Technical Brief (Impact Printers)
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... of an EPSON's impact printer tells you if it has a narrow or wide carriage: LLL L Nine-pin printers all begin with LQ FX-980-Nine-pin narrow carriage Wide carriage printers have 4 number in their names Narrow carriage printers have the ...-four pin printers all EPSON impact printers: Functionality M Printing technology M Control code/emulation M Paper handling M SmartPark™ settings Versatility M Flexible interfacing M Built-in fonts M Computer-based set-up Reliability M Ribbon quality M Ribbon cartridge reliability M Total Print Volume vs. Impact printers are renowned ...
... of an EPSON's impact printer tells you if it has a narrow or wide carriage: LLL L Nine-pin printers all begin with LQ FX-980-Nine-pin narrow carriage Wide carriage printers have 4 number in their names Narrow carriage printers have the ...-four pin printers all EPSON impact printers: Functionality M Printing technology M Control code/emulation M Paper handling M SmartPark™ settings Versatility M Flexible interfacing M Built-in fonts M Computer-based set-up Reliability M Ribbon quality M Ribbon cartridge reliability M Total Print Volume vs. Impact printers are renowned ...
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... Because the carriage does not have the extra weight of extended use a stationary ribbon cartridge. Technical Brief-Multimedia projectors Page 6 Reliability-Ribbon quality EPSON brand impact printer ribbons are superior to sell with the highest quality dyes, pigments, oils and a ... nylon by computercontrolled machinery Made with the highest quality nylon manufactured Made with every printer Adds profit to every sale 5 Reliability-Ribbon cartridge reliability Most EPSON impact printers use and extreme temperature changes L L Easy to the less expensive compatible ribbons....
... Because the carriage does not have the extra weight of extended use a stationary ribbon cartridge. Technical Brief-Multimedia projectors Page 6 Reliability-Ribbon quality EPSON brand impact printer ribbons are superior to sell with the highest quality dyes, pigments, oils and a ... nylon by computercontrolled machinery Made with the highest quality nylon manufactured Made with every printer Adds profit to every sale 5 Reliability-Ribbon cartridge reliability Most EPSON impact printers use and extreme temperature changes L L Easy to the less expensive compatible ribbons....
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Appendixes A The DIP Switches A-1 B The LQ Character Set and ASCII Table B-1 C Installing the Option Cartridge C-1 The Identity Module C-2 The Font Module C-3 Using the Option Cartridges C-3 D Troubleshooting and Maintenance D-1 Diagnosing the Problem D-1 Beeper Error Warnings D-4 Hex Dump Mode D-4 IBM PC BASIC Solutions D-6 Applesoft BASIC Solutions D-7 QX-10 and QX-16 Solutions D-8 ...
Appendixes A The DIP Switches A-1 B The LQ Character Set and ASCII Table B-1 C Installing the Option Cartridge C-1 The Identity Module C-2 The Font Module C-3 Using the Option Cartridges C-3 D Troubleshooting and Maintenance D-1 Diagnosing the Problem D-1 Beeper Error Warnings D-4 Hex Dump Mode D-4 IBM PC BASIC Solutions D-6 Applesoft BASIC Solutions D-7 QX-10 and QX-16 Solutions D-8 ...
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... feed knob 1-3 1-4 Tightening the ribbon 1-5 1-5 Loading the LQ-800 ribbon cartridge 1-6 1-6 Loading the LQ-1000 ribbon cartridge 1-6 1-7 Positioning the ribbon 1-7 1-8 Installing the single-sheet guide 1-9 1-9 Loading single-sheet paper 1-10 1-10 Paper thickness lever 1-12 1-11 Turning on 2-9 2-9 Removing the cut sheet feeder 2-11 3-1 Continuous-feed paper with printer stand . . . . . . 3-1 3-2 Continuous-feed paper without stand 3-2 3-3 Installing...
... feed knob 1-3 1-4 Tightening the ribbon 1-5 1-5 Loading the LQ-800 ribbon cartridge 1-6 1-6 Loading the LQ-1000 ribbon cartridge 1-6 1-7 Positioning the ribbon 1-7 1-8 Installing the single-sheet guide 1-9 1-9 Loading single-sheet paper 1-10 1-10 Paper thickness lever 1-12 1-11 Turning on 2-9 2-9 Removing the cut sheet feeder 2-11 3-1 Continuous-feed paper with printer stand . . . . . . 3-1 3-2 Continuous-feed paper without stand 3-2 3-3 Installing...
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... 6-13 6-7 Calculating the data 6-14 6-8 Grids for super/subscript characters 6-19 A-1 The DIP switch panels A-1 C-1 Plugging the identity and font modules together C-1 C-2 Installing an option cartridge C-2 D-1 Print head replacement D-9 D-2 Removing the ribbon cables D-10 F-1 Parallel interface timing F-3 G-1 Removing the upper case G-3 G-2 Removing the control panel G-4 G-3 Main circuit board G-5 G-4 Interface board mounted...
... 6-13 6-7 Calculating the data 6-14 6-8 Grids for super/subscript characters 6-19 A-1 The DIP switch panels A-1 C-1 Plugging the identity and font modules together C-1 C-2 Installing an option cartridge C-2 D-1 Print head replacement D-9 D-2 Removing the ribbon cables D-10 F-1 Parallel interface timing F-3 G-1 Removing the upper case G-3 G-2 Removing the control panel G-4 G-3 Main circuit board G-5 G-4 Interface board mounted...
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...The Epson LQ-800 and LQ-1000 are also capable of a wide variety of print enhancements, including: LETTER QUALITY DRAFT Bold Italic Underlining Subscript Superscript Double-width Bold Italic Underlining Subscript Superscript Double w i d t h The LQ-800 and LQ-1000 combine the versatility and reliability of Epson ...extend the capabilities of the LQ-800 and LQ-1000. The LQ-800 and LQ-1000 are state-of-the-art, X-pin dotmatrix printers that look like they came from a typewriter. l Option cartridges are no need for other popular printers. These cartridges provide additional type fonts, and...
...The Epson LQ-800 and LQ-1000 are also capable of a wide variety of print enhancements, including: LETTER QUALITY DRAFT Bold Italic Underlining Subscript Superscript Double-width Bold Italic Underlining Subscript Superscript Double w i d t h The LQ-800 and LQ-1000 combine the versatility and reliability of Epson ...extend the capabilities of the LQ-800 and LQ-1000. The LQ-800 and LQ-1000 are state-of-the-art, X-pin dotmatrix printers that look like they came from a typewriter. l Option cartridges are no need for other popular printers. These cartridges provide additional type fonts, and...
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... the ribbon as shown in the direction of the platen. If you can leave the cover on top in Figure 1-4. Before loading the cartridge into the printer, turn the small knob on . Figure 1-4. Tightening the ribbon 1-5 WARNING The power must be careful not to touch the print head ... ribbon or load paper, you 've been using your printer. Now you have easy access to the printer for ribbon installation and paper loading. Moving the print head when the power is ON may damage your printer just before changing the ribbon cartridge, be OFF when moving the print head. 3 Installing ...
... the ribbon as shown in the direction of the platen. If you can leave the cover on top in Figure 1-4. Before loading the cartridge into the printer, turn the small knob on . Figure 1-4. Tightening the ribbon 1-5 WARNING The power must be careful not to touch the print head ... ribbon or load paper, you 've been using your printer. Now you have easy access to the printer for ribbon installation and paper loading. Moving the print head when the power is ON may damage your printer just before changing the ribbon cartridge, be OFF when moving the print head. 3 Installing ...
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for the LQ-1000 hold the ribbon cartridge by the two plastic tabs. 3. Loading the LQ-800 ribbon cartridge Figure 1-6. end of the cartridge into the printer, guiding the two square pins on top of the cartridge to make sure the pins are firmly seated in Figures 1-5 and 1-6. Figure 1-5. Lower the cartridge into the slots in the printer frame, as shown in the slots. For the LQ-800, hold the cartridge by the raised plastic fin on each end of the cartridge; Press firmly on each . Loading the LQ-1000 ribbon cartridge 1-6
for the LQ-1000 hold the ribbon cartridge by the two plastic tabs. 3. Loading the LQ-800 ribbon cartridge Figure 1-6. end of the cartridge into the printer, guiding the two square pins on top of the cartridge to make sure the pins are firmly seated in Figures 1-5 and 1-6. Figure 1-5. Lower the cartridge into the slots in the printer frame, as shown in the slots. For the LQ-800, hold the cartridge by the raised plastic fin on each end of the cartridge; Press firmly on each . Loading the LQ-1000 ribbon cartridge 1-6
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And that's it-the ribbon is also a diagram on the top of the arrow to guide the ribbon into place between the ribbon guide and the print head as shown in the direc- tion of the ribbon cartridge itself.) Figure 1-7. Now use the point of a pencil to tighten the ribbon. 4. Positioning the ribbon 5. With the cartridge in place, again turn the ribbon knob in Figure 1-7. (There is now installed. 1-7
And that's it-the ribbon is also a diagram on the top of the arrow to guide the ribbon into place between the ribbon guide and the print head as shown in the direc- tion of the ribbon cartridge itself.) Figure 1-7. Now use the point of a pencil to tighten the ribbon. 4. Positioning the ribbon 5. With the cartridge in place, again turn the ribbon knob in Figure 1-7. (There is now installed. 1-7
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... printing becomes too light, replace the ribbon with a fresh cartridge. When buying new ribbon cartridges for the LQ-800 or 1000, be used as shown below. Installing the single-sheet guide Now install the single-sheet guide. It helps you get a ribbon specifically for other Epson printers, such as the FX series, may closely resemble an...
... printing becomes too light, replace the ribbon with a fresh cartridge. When buying new ribbon cartridges for the LQ-800 or 1000, be used as shown below. Installing the single-sheet guide Now install the single-sheet guide. It helps you get a ribbon specifically for other Epson printers, such as the FX series, may closely resemble an...
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... Option Cartridge The option cartridge for other popular printers. The cartridge is made up of two modules-the identity module and the font module. These two modules are plugged together to form an option cartridge, as shown in Figure C-1. Plugging the identity and font modules together C-1 Figure C-1. The cartridge can then be plugged into the LQ's option cartridge...
... Option Cartridge The option cartridge for other popular printers. The cartridge is made up of two modules-the identity module and the font module. These two modules are plugged together to form an option cartridge, as shown in Figure C-1. Plugging the identity and font modules together C-1 Figure C-1. The cartridge can then be plugged into the LQ's option cartridge...
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... programs designed for the Diablo 630 printer. *Note: Many programs support the Epson LQ printer series. Figure C-2. Installing an option cartridge The Identity Module The identity modules can enhance the LQ's capabilities or give it the "personality" of purchasing a IBM or Diablo option cartridge. Identity modules include: l ESC/P Expansion (Epson Standard Code for Printers Expansion) #7696-This module maintains...
... programs designed for the Diablo 630 printer. *Note: Many programs support the Epson LQ printer series. Figure C-2. Installing an option cartridge The Identity Module The identity modules can enhance the LQ's capabilities or give it the "personality" of purchasing a IBM or Diablo option cartridge. Identity modules include: l ESC/P Expansion (Epson Standard Code for Printers Expansion) #7696-This module maintains...
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...the command set , turn the power OFF remove the cartridge and turn the power ON again. C-4 With the cartridge installed, the printer reacts to the LQ's built-in the cartridge, then turn the power ON again so that the printer acknowledges that allows you to choose which typestyle will be...in command set contained in the identity module. (For specific information on commands, see the instructions packaged with the option cartridges for further information on the printer-either the LQ's built-in typestyle and the font module typestyle by using the control panel buttons or ESCape codes.
...the command set , turn the power OFF remove the cartridge and turn the power ON again. C-4 With the cartridge installed, the printer reacts to the LQ's built-in the cartridge, then turn the power ON again so that the printer acknowledges that allows you to choose which typestyle will be...in command set contained in the identity module. (For specific information on commands, see the instructions packaged with the option cartridges for further information on the printer-either the LQ's built-in typestyle and the font module typestyle by using the control panel buttons or ESCape codes.
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Next, remove the dust cover and ribbon cartridge (see Chapter 1 for more information), and slide the print head to the middle of the printer, and lift the print head off the carriage as indicated by the arrows in Figure D-2. Print head replacement Slide the print head over to the ...left and right, as shown in Figure D-1. Now lift the print head assembly out of the printer. Disconnect the two copper-colored ribbon cables by moving the two locking levers to the printer.) D-9 Figure D-1. Unlock the print head by gently pulling them out of the black connector blocks on the...
Next, remove the dust cover and ribbon cartridge (see Chapter 1 for more information), and slide the print head to the middle of the printer, and lift the print head off the carriage as indicated by the arrows in Figure D-2. Print head replacement Slide the print head over to the ...left and right, as shown in Figure D-1. Now lift the print head assembly out of the printer. Disconnect the two copper-colored ribbon cables by moving the two locking levers to the printer.) D-9 Figure D-1. Unlock the print head by gently pulling them out of the black connector blocks on the...
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... charge that may build up on your body. Also, beware of the components are present inside the printer when the power is unplugged from the printer. 2. Remove the ribbon cartridge. Take off the upper half of the printer - WARNING High voltages are sensitive to static electricity and can install these you need to take...
... charge that may build up on your body. Also, beware of the components are present inside the printer when the power is unplugged from the printer. 2. Remove the ribbon cartridge. Take off the upper half of the printer - WARNING High voltages are sensitive to static electricity and can install these you need to take...
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Printer Ribbon Cartridge ribbon, black Ribbon life expectancy . . . . 2 million characters MCBF 5 million lines (excluding print head life) Print head life 200 million strokes Dimensions and weight LQ-800 Height 3.8 in . Width (with paper feed knob 16.5 in . Depth 13.2 in . 17.6 lbs. Weight 13.2 lbs. Power Power 120 VAC + 10% Power ... millisecond) Storage 2 G (less than 1 millisecond) Vibration Operating 0.25 G, 55Hz (maximum) Storage 0.50 G, 55Hz (maximum) Insulation resistance . . . . . 10 megaohms between AC power line and chassis H-3 LQ-1000 3.8 in. 23.5 in. 13.2 in .
Printer Ribbon Cartridge ribbon, black Ribbon life expectancy . . . . 2 million characters MCBF 5 million lines (excluding print head life) Print head life 200 million strokes Dimensions and weight LQ-800 Height 3.8 in . Width (with paper feed knob 16.5 in . Depth 13.2 in . 17.6 lbs. Weight 13.2 lbs. Power Power 120 VAC + 10% Power ... millisecond) Storage 2 G (less than 1 millisecond) Vibration Operating 0.25 G, 55Hz (maximum) Storage 0.50 G, 55Hz (maximum) Insulation resistance . . . . . 10 megaohms between AC power line and chassis H-3 LQ-1000 3.8 in. 23.5 in. 13.2 in .
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... thickness; See Dust cover Line feed, DIP switch for, A-4 Line spacing, 5-17 Location of printer, 1-3 LQ. See Paper feed knob Margins, 5-18 Master Select, 5-13 O OFF LINE button, 1-13-1-14 ON LINE light and button, 1-13-1-14 Option cartridge DIP switch setting, A-4 Overprinting, D-2 Index-4 I -11 K Knob. Serial interface International characters, 5-15-5-17 Italic...
... thickness; See Dust cover Line feed, DIP switch for, A-4 Line spacing, 5-17 Location of printer, 1-3 LQ. See Paper feed knob Margins, 5-18 Master Select, 5-13 O OFF LINE button, 1-13-1-14 ON LINE light and button, 1-13-1-14 Option cartridge DIP switch setting, A-4 Overprinting, D-2 Index-4 I -11 K Knob. Serial interface International characters, 5-15-5-17 Italic...