Product Information Guide
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... reduces the chance of ordinary single-sheet paper. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canada sales). Additional Tractor Unit (C800301) Used in your printer. Epson LX-300+II LX-300+II Parts Printer cover Paper supports Edge guides Paper guide User Replaceable Parts User replaceable ...Ribbon cartridge Paper thickness lever (gap) Parallel interface USB interface Tractor USB cable holder Power switch Power cord Options You can purchase online at www.epsonstore.com (U.S. Black Ribbon Cartridge (#8750) Expected ribbon life is approximately 3 million characters. 7/06 Epson LX-300+II ...
... reduces the chance of ordinary single-sheet paper. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canada sales). Additional Tractor Unit (C800301) Used in your printer. Epson LX-300+II LX-300+II Parts Printer cover Paper supports Edge guides Paper guide User Replaceable Parts User replaceable ...Ribbon cartridge Paper thickness lever (gap) Parallel interface USB interface Tractor USB cable holder Power switch Power cord Options You can purchase online at www.epsonstore.com (U.S. Black Ribbon Cartridge (#8750) Expected ribbon life is approximately 3 million characters. 7/06 Epson LX-300+II ...
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Epson LX-300+II Printer Specifications Mechanical Printing method Printing speed Printing direction Line spacing Printable columns Resolution Emulation Interfaces 9-pin impact dot matrix High-speed draft 300 cps at 10 cpi 337 cps at 12 or 15 cpi High-speed draft condensed 321 cps at 17 cpi 300 cps ... one USB (ver 1.1) interface Paper feed methods Paper feed speed Buffer Built-in fonts Character tables Character sets Reliability Dimensions and weight Ribbon Acoustic noise Friction (top paper entry) Push tractor (rear paper entry) Pull tractor (rear paper entry) Push and pull tractor (...
Epson LX-300+II Printer Specifications Mechanical Printing method Printing speed Printing direction Line spacing Printable columns Resolution Emulation Interfaces 9-pin impact dot matrix High-speed draft 300 cps at 10 cpi 337 cps at 12 or 15 cpi High-speed draft condensed 321 cps at 17 cpi 300 cps ... one USB (ver 1.1) interface Paper feed methods Paper feed speed Buffer Built-in fonts Character tables Character sets Reliability Dimensions and weight Ribbon Acoustic noise Friction (top paper entry) Push tractor (rear paper entry) Pull tractor (rear paper entry) Push and pull tractor (...
Product Information Guide
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... dissolved in place and flat on top of the printer firmly to clean the printer; Epson LX-300+II 7/06 Keep the printer cover in water. Related Documentation( Manual Epson LX-300+II User's Guide CD-ROM containing the on the printer mechanism or electronic components. If you need to move... it . Repack the printer, ribbon cartridge, and paper guide in the original packing materials and place them in the printer. When transporting the printer, do not lift it . 1. Remove the paper guide, the USB cable holder, paper supports, and knob. 4. Epson LX-300+II 5. If any paper ...
... dissolved in place and flat on top of the printer firmly to clean the printer; Epson LX-300+II 7/06 Keep the printer cover in water. Related Documentation( Manual Epson LX-300+II User's Guide CD-ROM containing the on the printer mechanism or electronic components. If you need to move... it . Repack the printer, ribbon cartridge, and paper guide in the original packing materials and place them in the printer. When transporting the printer, do not lift it . 1. Remove the paper guide, the USB cable holder, paper supports, and knob. 4. Epson LX-300+II 5. If any paper ...
Reference Guide
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Chapter 5 Options and Consumables Cut-sheet Feeder 98 Optional Tractor 102 Roll Paper Holder 104 Replacing the Ribbon Cartridge 105 Chapter 6 Product Information Printer Parts 109 Specifications 111 Mechanical 111 Electronic 113 Electrical 115 Environmental 115 Paper 115 Printable area 119 Paper alignment 121 Command Lists 122 EPSON ESC/P control codes 122 IBM 2380 Plus emulation control codes 123 Standards and approvals 125 Safety approvals 125 CE marking 125 Index 126 5
Chapter 5 Options and Consumables Cut-sheet Feeder 98 Optional Tractor 102 Roll Paper Holder 104 Replacing the Ribbon Cartridge 105 Chapter 6 Product Information Printer Parts 109 Specifications 111 Mechanical 111 Electronic 113 Electrical 115 Environmental 115 Paper 115 Printable area 119 Paper alignment 121 Command Lists 122 EPSON ESC/P control codes 122 IBM 2380 Plus emulation control codes 123 Standards and approvals 125 Safety approvals 125 CE marking 125 Index 126 5
Reference Guide
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... avoid damage to avoid bodily injury. Notes contain important information and useful tips on the operation of these parts just after the printer has been used. ❏ Chapter 5, "Options and Consumables," describes how to use options such as the roll paper holder ...to replace the ribbon cartridge. ❏ Chapter 6, "Product Information," contains technical information about the printer. Hot parts caution symbol K This symbol is placed on the printer. c Cautions must be followed carefully to your printer. Let them cool for a few minutes before using the printer and follow all ...
... avoid damage to avoid bodily injury. Notes contain important information and useful tips on the operation of these parts just after the printer has been used. ❏ Chapter 5, "Options and Consumables," describes how to use options such as the roll paper holder ...to replace the ribbon cartridge. ❏ Chapter 6, "Product Information," contains technical information about the printer. Hot parts caution symbol K This symbol is placed on the printer. c Cautions must be followed carefully to your printer. Let them cool for a few minutes before using the printer and follow all ...
Reference Guide
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...touching it is printing the self test. Also, other parts of other controls may damage it. ❏ Do not turn off the printer while it . Introduction 9 When handling paper ❏ Because labels are covered in the user documentation. they may curl around the platen... head by a qualified technician. ❏ Whenever you may result in damage requiring extensive repair by hand to replace the ribbon cartridge. When operating the printer ❏ Adjust only those controls that are sensitive to temperature and humidity, use them only under these normal operating conditions:...
...touching it is printing the self test. Also, other parts of other controls may damage it. ❏ Do not turn off the printer while it . Introduction 9 When handling paper ❏ Because labels are covered in the user documentation. they may curl around the platen... head by a qualified technician. ❏ Whenever you may result in damage requiring extensive repair by hand to replace the ribbon cartridge. When operating the printer ❏ Adjust only those controls that are sensitive to temperature and humidity, use them only under these normal operating conditions:...
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c Caution: ❏ Never use a hard or abrasive brush. ❏ Do not spray the inside of the printer firmly to lift it. ❏ You need to remove the ribbon cartridge. If you need to move the print head by the USB cable holder as the holder may be hot; then ...disconnect the interface cable from the electrical outlet; Maintenance and Troubleshooting 75 unsuitable lubricants can damage the printer components and the case. ❏...
c Caution: ❏ Never use a hard or abrasive brush. ❏ Do not spray the inside of the printer firmly to lift it. ❏ You need to remove the ribbon cartridge. If you need to move the print head by the USB cable holder as the holder may be hot; then ...disconnect the interface cable from the electrical outlet; Maintenance and Troubleshooting 75 unsuitable lubricants can damage the printer components and the case. ❏...
Reference Guide
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...the other items in the printer's original box. If any options are installed, remove them and pack them in their original packing materials and place them in their original boxes. 6. It explains: ❏ How to get help if you need assistance from Epson (page 96) 76 ... jams (page 93) ❏ Printing a self test (page 94) ❏ Where to read the control panel lights that comes with your printer is installed in this section. 4. Then remove the ribbon cartridge. 7. Troubleshooting You can solve most printing problems by checking for the solutions in the push position. 5.
...the other items in the printer's original box. If any options are installed, remove them and pack them in their original packing materials and place them in their original boxes. 6. It explains: ❏ How to get help if you need assistance from Epson (page 96) 76 ... jams (page 93) ❏ Printing a self test (page 94) ❏ Where to read the control panel lights that comes with your printer is installed in this section. 4. Then remove the ribbon cartridge. 7. Troubleshooting You can solve most printing problems by checking for the solutions in the push position. 5.
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...Pause lights are on page 105. Cause What to print again. Then try to do No paper is loaded. Turn off the printer and check for a paper jam or ribbon jam. (If an error occurs when you switch between single sheets and continuous paper, make sure the paper release lever is printed.... See "Replacing the Ribbon Cartridge" on and the printer beeps three times. The printer may be worn out. If it still does not print correctly, see "Where To Get Help" on again. The...
...Pause lights are on page 105. Cause What to print again. Then try to do No paper is loaded. Turn off the printer and check for a paper jam or ribbon jam. (If an error occurs when you switch between single sheets and continuous paper, make sure the paper release lever is printed.... See "Replacing the Ribbon Cartridge" on and the printer beeps three times. The printer may be worn out. If it still does not print correctly, see "Where To Get Help" on again. The...
Reference Guide
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..." on page 105. 82 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Stop printing and contact Epson to do The ribbon cartridge may be installed properly. Reinstall the ribbon cartridge as described on not be worn out. Cause The ribbon may See "Replacing the Ribbon Cartridge" on page 105. Dots are missing in printed characters or ... The print is faint or uneven Parts of dots is missing in the printout. The printout is too much slack in the ribbon or the ribbon has come loose. Dots are missing at the bottom. Cause What to do The print head is damaged. What to do Replace...
..." on page 105. 82 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Stop printing and contact Epson to do The ribbon cartridge may be installed properly. Reinstall the ribbon cartridge as described on not be worn out. Cause The ribbon may See "Replacing the Ribbon Cartridge" on page 105. Dots are missing in printed characters or ... The print is faint or uneven Parts of dots is missing in the printout. The printout is too much slack in the ribbon or the ribbon has come loose. Dots are missing at the bottom. Cause What to do The print head is damaged. What to do Replace...
Reference Guide
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Then call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766). Toll or long distance charges may apply. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canada sales). To find the nearest reseller, call : ❏ U.S.: (562) 276-4322, 6 AM to 6 PM, Pacific Time, Monday through Friday. ❏ Canada: (905) 709-2170, 6 AM to 6 PM, Pacific Time, Monday through Friday. Or you can purchase ribbon cartridges and other accessories from an Epson authorized reseller. Purchase supplies and accessories You can purchase online at www.epsonstore.com (U.S. Maintenance and Troubleshooting 97
Then call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766). Toll or long distance charges may apply. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canada sales). To find the nearest reseller, call : ❏ U.S.: (562) 276-4322, 6 AM to 6 PM, Pacific Time, Monday through Friday. ❏ Canada: (905) 709-2170, 6 AM to 6 PM, Pacific Time, Monday through Friday. Or you can purchase ribbon cartridges and other accessories from an Epson authorized reseller. Purchase supplies and accessories You can purchase online at www.epsonstore.com (U.S. Maintenance and Troubleshooting 97
Reference Guide
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... of standard bond paper (22 lb or 82 g/m²) without reloading. If the tractor is turned off. Make sure the printer is installed in the pull-tractor position, remove it and reinstall it in the single-sheet position. 98 Options and Consumables Remove the... the printer cover. 2. Make sure the paper release lever is in the push-tractor position. 3. Chapter 5 Options and Consumables The following options are available for your LX-300+II: ❏ Single-bin cut-sheet feeder (C806371) ❏ Additional tractor (C800301) ❏ Roll paper holder (#8310) ❏ Black ribbon cartridge ...
... of standard bond paper (22 lb or 82 g/m²) without reloading. If the tractor is turned off. Make sure the printer is installed in the pull-tractor position, remove it and reinstall it in the single-sheet position. 98 Options and Consumables Remove the... the printer cover. 2. Make sure the paper release lever is in the push-tractor position. 3. Chapter 5 Options and Consumables The following options are available for your LX-300+II: ❏ Single-bin cut-sheet feeder (C806371) ❏ Additional tractor (C800301) ❏ Roll paper holder (#8310) ❏ Black ribbon cartridge ...
Reference Guide
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... life of the roll. Other products not manufactured by Epson's warranties. Replacing the Ribbon Cartridge When printing becomes faint, you feel resistance. 7. Genuine Epson ribbon cartridges are designed and manufactured to work properly with your printer, which is not covered by Epson may cause damage to your Epson printer. Options and Consumables 105 Set the shaft and paper...
... life of the roll. Other products not manufactured by Epson's warranties. Replacing the Ribbon Cartridge When printing becomes faint, you feel resistance. 7. Genuine Epson ribbon cartridges are designed and manufactured to work properly with your printer, which is not covered by Epson may cause damage to your Epson printer. Options and Consumables 105 Set the shaft and paper...
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...use your hand to slide it to install. 106 Options and Consumables Open the printer cover to the upright position, then pull it up to install or replace the ribbon cartridge: 1. Remove the new ribbon cartridge from the printer. 5. Follow these steps to remove it. 3. w Warning: If you have... just used ribbon cartridge from its package and turn the ribbon-tightening knob in the middle of the arrow to ...
...use your hand to slide it to install. 106 Options and Consumables Open the printer cover to the upright position, then pull it up to install or replace the ribbon cartridge: 1. Remove the new ribbon cartridge from the printer. 5. Follow these steps to remove it. 3. w Warning: If you have... just used ribbon cartridge from its package and turn the ribbon-tightening knob in the middle of the arrow to ...
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then press both sides of the cartridge firmly to fit the plastic hooks into the printer as a ball point pen, to guide the ribbon between the print head and ribbon guide. Options and Consumables 107 Use a pointed object, such as shown; Insert the ribbon cartridge into the printer slots. 7. 6.
then press both sides of the cartridge firmly to fit the plastic hooks into the printer as a ball point pen, to guide the ribbon between the print head and ribbon guide. Options and Consumables 107 Use a pointed object, such as shown; Insert the ribbon cartridge into the printer slots. 7. 6.
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Turn the ribbon-tightening knob in the direction of the arrow to help feed the ribbon into place; Replace and close the printer cover. 108 Options and Consumables 8. it should not be twisted or creased. 9.
Turn the ribbon-tightening knob in the direction of the arrow to help feed the ribbon into place; Replace and close the printer cover. 108 Options and Consumables 8. it should not be twisted or creased. 9.
Reference Guide
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Feeding method: Feeder: Paper feed speed: Reliability: Dimensions and weight: Ribbon: Acoustic noise: Friction feed (rear paper entry) Push tractor feed (rear paper entry) Push and Pull tractor feed (rear paper entry) Pull tractor feed (rear ... inches (159 mm) Width 14.4 inches (366 mm) Depth 10.8 inches (275 mm) (excluding the knob, paper release lever, etc.) Weight approx. 9.7 lb (4.4 kg) Black ribbon cartridge (#8750) Ribbon life 3 million characters Approx. 49 db (A) (ISO 7779 pattern) 112 Product Information
Feeding method: Feeder: Paper feed speed: Reliability: Dimensions and weight: Ribbon: Acoustic noise: Friction feed (rear paper entry) Push tractor feed (rear paper entry) Push and Pull tractor feed (rear paper entry) Pull tractor feed (rear ... inches (159 mm) Width 14.4 inches (366 mm) Depth 10.8 inches (275 mm) (excluding the knob, paper release lever, etc.) Weight approx. 9.7 lb (4.4 kg) Black ribbon cartridge (#8750) Ribbon life 3 million characters Approx. 49 db (A) (ISO 7779 pattern) 112 Product Information
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... installing, 18 printing with, 11, 17 to 21 Push tractor printing with, 11 to 16 removing, 17 to 18 R Resolution, 111 Restoring default settings, 73 Ribbon cartridge life, 112 location, 110 replacing, 82, 98, 105 to 108 Roll paper holder, 98, 104 to 105, 112 Roll paper specifications, 118 S Safety ..., 29 to 32 Specifications control codes, 122 to 124 electrical, 115 electronic, 113 to 114 environmental, 115 mechanical, 111 to 112 paper, 115 to 121 printer, 111 to 124 standards and approvals, 125 Status Monitor 3, 33, 41 to 44, 59 to 61 Support, technical, 96 to 97 Switching paper source, 16...
... installing, 18 printing with, 11, 17 to 21 Push tractor printing with, 11 to 16 removing, 17 to 18 R Resolution, 111 Restoring default settings, 73 Ribbon cartridge life, 112 location, 110 replacing, 82, 98, 105 to 108 Roll paper holder, 98, 104 to 105, 112 Roll paper specifications, 118 S Safety ..., 29 to 32 Specifications control codes, 122 to 124 electrical, 115 electronic, 113 to 114 environmental, 115 mechanical, 111 to 112 paper, 115 to 121 printer, 111 to 124 standards and approvals, 125 Status Monitor 3, 33, 41 to 44, 59 to 61 Support, technical, 96 to 97 Switching paper source, 16...
User's Guide
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...avoid damage to avoid bodily injury. See the Reference Guide for more information. Or you can purchase ribbon cartridges, paper, manuals, and accessories from an Epson® authorized reseller. You can purchase online at www.epsonstore.com (U.S. As you read your documentation...information to get you started using your printer: ❏ Setting up the printer ❏ Paper handling ❏ Using the control panel ❏ Troubleshooting ❏ Product information For detailed information about using your printer. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales). Introduction This ...
...avoid damage to avoid bodily injury. See the Reference Guide for more information. Or you can purchase ribbon cartridges, paper, manuals, and accessories from an Epson® authorized reseller. You can purchase online at www.epsonstore.com (U.S. As you read your documentation...information to get you started using your printer: ❏ Setting up the printer ❏ Paper handling ❏ Using the control panel ❏ Troubleshooting ❏ Product information For detailed information about using your printer. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales). Introduction This ...
User's Guide
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... sure you have the following items. Printer Knob Ribbon cartridge Paper guide Paper supports USB cable holder Printer software Carefully remove all packing and protective materials in case you assemble or turn it on. Save all the protective materials from the printer, as shown below, before you need to unpack and set up your...
... sure you have the following items. Printer Knob Ribbon cartridge Paper guide Paper supports USB cable holder Printer software Carefully remove all packing and protective materials in case you assemble or turn it on. Save all the protective materials from the printer, as shown below, before you need to unpack and set up your...