Technical Brief (Impact Printers)
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...owners. only impact printers can all have paper loaded and waiting. EPSON impact printers are the property of multi-part forms that can handle multi-part forms and multiple paper paths that the printer are either 9- These printers have the ...part forms Offer the fastest print speeds Print from High Speed Draft up to Letter Quality LLL The name of an EPSON's impact printer tells you if it has a narrow or wide carriage: LLL L Nine-pin printers all begin with FX, LX, or DFX Twenty-four pin printers all begin with tireless printheads and superior quality ribbons. Impact printers...
...owners. only impact printers can all have paper loaded and waiting. EPSON impact printers are the property of multi-part forms that can handle multi-part forms and multiple paper paths that the printer are either 9- These printers have the ...part forms Offer the fastest print speeds Print from High Speed Draft up to Letter Quality LLL The name of an EPSON's impact printer tells you if it has a narrow or wide carriage: LLL L Nine-pin printers all begin with FX, LX, or DFX Twenty-four pin printers all begin with tireless printheads and superior quality ribbons. Impact printers...
Technical Brief (Impact Printers)
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... moveable, and in some it is a registered trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation. 1/00 Other trademarks are the property of impact printers. Gives you better control when printing on multi-part forms by ensuring that the forms stay properly aligned and do not...adjustment (which allows you the greatest control when printing on multi-part forms by ensuring that the forms stay properly aligned. EPSON 9-pin impact printers utilize ESC/P, the original printer control language. EPSON 24-pin impact printers utilize ESC/P 2, which includes these additional features: el Proportionally-...
... moveable, and in some it is a registered trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation. 1/00 Other trademarks are the property of impact printers. Gives you better control when printing on multi-part forms by ensuring that the forms stay properly aligned and do not...adjustment (which allows you the greatest control when printing on multi-part forms by ensuring that the forms stay properly aligned. EPSON 9-pin impact printers utilize ESC/P, the original printer control language. EPSON 24-pin impact printers utilize ESC/P 2, which includes these additional features: el Proportionally-...
Technical Brief (Impact Printers)
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... Gap Adjustment which automatically adjusts the platten to indicate the paper source you can handle single sheet paper and single sheet multi-part forms, many EPSON impact printers have both front and top paper paths: Front paper path The front paper path has an almost straight-through paper path, ... cutsheet feeder Optional second-bin cutsheet feeder Type of their respective owners. Technical Brief-Multimedia projectors Page 3 Single sheet paper paths: EPSON impact printers all can load paper in the front, rear, or bottom slot. When the tractor is a registered trademark of Seiko...
... Gap Adjustment which automatically adjusts the platten to indicate the paper source you can handle single sheet paper and single sheet multi-part forms, many EPSON impact printers have both front and top paper paths: Front paper path The front paper path has an almost straight-through paper path, ... cutsheet feeder Optional second-bin cutsheet feeder Type of their respective owners. Technical Brief-Multimedia projectors Page 3 Single sheet paper paths: EPSON impact printers all can load paper in the front, rear, or bottom slot. When the tractor is a registered trademark of Seiko...
Product Information Guide
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... in black: se.750 Life expectancy at 14 dots/character: 3 million characters For all of the features of the following list: Lx FX EX RX MX Epson printer Standard printer Draft printer To "se all components excluding print head: 3 million lines 4000 power-on line .d ready to see if in .I great many... line and chassis): I20 V model c.m wIthstand I 00 kV rms applied for one of the LX-810, however, it is out 0i paper. MATRIX PRINTER Paper weight: Paper thickness: Single sheet: Continuous paper: Multi-part forms: Roll paper: Envelope: 14 lb to 24 lb (52 g/m2 to 9-J g/m*) 14 ...
... in black: se.750 Life expectancy at 14 dots/character: 3 million characters For all of the features of the following list: Lx FX EX RX MX Epson printer Standard printer Draft printer To "se all components excluding print head: 3 million lines 4000 power-on line .d ready to see if in .I great many... line and chassis): I20 V model c.m wIthstand I 00 kV rms applied for one of the LX-810, however, it is out 0i paper. MATRIX PRINTER Paper weight: Paper thickness: Single sheet: Continuous paper: Multi-part forms: Roll paper: Envelope: 14 lb to 24 lb (52 g/m2 to 9-J g/m*) 14 ...
Product Information Guide
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LX-810 DOT- Pin Printers LX-810-8 5/1/89 9 - Related Documentation LX-810 Technical Manual LX-810 Parts Price List LX-810 User's Manual Technical Information Bulletins None. MATRIX PRINTER Information Reference List Engineering Change Notices None. Product Support Bulletins None.
LX-810 DOT- Pin Printers LX-810-8 5/1/89 9 - Related Documentation LX-810 Technical Manual LX-810 Parts Price List LX-810 User's Manual Technical Information Bulletins None. MATRIX PRINTER Information Reference List Engineering Change Notices None. Product Support Bulletins None.
Product Support Bulletin(s)
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... original. Model AP-2250 l LX-810 FX-870/1170 DFX-5000 (Front Tractor) (Rear Tractor) DFX-8000 (Front Tractor) (Rear Tractor) 9-PIN PRINTERS Orig. + Maximum No. Total of 9-pin and 24-pin dot-matrix printers when using continuous multi-part carbonless paper. Product Support Bulletin EPSON Subject: Quick Reference for 9/24 Pin Printer Paper Specifications Date: 10...
... original. Model AP-2250 l LX-810 FX-870/1170 DFX-5000 (Front Tractor) (Rear Tractor) DFX-8000 (Front Tractor) (Rear Tractor) 9-PIN PRINTERS Orig. + Maximum No. Total of 9-pin and 24-pin dot-matrix printers when using continuous multi-part carbonless paper. Product Support Bulletin EPSON Subject: Quick Reference for 9/24 Pin Printer Paper Specifications Date: 10...
User Manual
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...If this equipment will not occur in a particular installation. Epson and Epson ESC/P are designed to radio and television reception. Move the printer away from the U.S. Plug the printer into a different outlet so that the printer and receiver are on , the user is encouraged to ...prepared by the Federal Communications Commission helpful: "Television Interference Handbook" This booklet is available from the receiver . No part of this book, Epson America, Inc. FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT FOR AMERICAN USERS This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy and if not...
...If this equipment will not occur in a particular installation. Epson and Epson ESC/P are designed to radio and television reception. Move the printer away from the U.S. Plug the printer into a different outlet so that the printer and receiver are on , the user is encouraged to ...prepared by the Federal Communications Commission helpful: "Television Interference Handbook" This booklet is available from the receiver . No part of this book, Epson America, Inc. FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT FOR AMERICAN USERS This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy and if not...
User Manual
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...1 contains information on printer options, general maintenance, and specifications. Be sure to need most from your printer. Also see Chapter 7 for troubleshooting problems and solutions. Chapter 4 shows you expect, see Chapter 9 for a useful summary of the major parts are not what you... Chapters 2 and 3 cover paper handling and general printer operation. At the back of character tables, and an index. About This Manual 1 It includes advice about using software commands, graphics, and creating your Epson's' printer. About This Manual This user's manual provides fully ...
...1 contains information on printer options, general maintenance, and specifications. Be sure to need most from your printer. Also see Chapter 7 for troubleshooting problems and solutions. Chapter 4 shows you expect, see Chapter 9 for a useful summary of the major parts are not what you... Chapters 2 and 3 cover paper handling and general printer operation. At the back of character tables, and an index. About This Manual 1 It includes advice about using software commands, graphics, and creating your Epson's' printer. About This Manual This user's manual provides fully ...
User Manual
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Chapter 1 Setting Up the Printer Unpacking the Printer 1-2 Checking the parts 1-2 Choosing a Place for the Printer 1-4 Assembling the Printer 1-7 Installing the platen knob 1-7 Installing the ribbon cartridge 1-8 Attaching the paper guide 1-13 Testing the Printer 1-15 Plugging in the printer 1-15 Running the self test 1-17 Printing problems and solutions 1-24 Connecting the Printer to Your Computer 1-26 The parallel interface 1-26 Setting Up Your Application Software 1-29 Choosing from a menu 1-29 Setting Up the Printer 1-1
Chapter 1 Setting Up the Printer Unpacking the Printer 1-2 Checking the parts 1-2 Choosing a Place for the Printer 1-4 Assembling the Printer 1-7 Installing the platen knob 1-7 Installing the ribbon cartridge 1-8 Attaching the paper guide 1-13 Testing the Printer 1-15 Plugging in the printer 1-15 Running the self test 1-17 Printing problems and solutions 1-24 Connecting the Printer to Your Computer 1-26 The parallel interface 1-26 Setting Up Your Application Software 1-29 Choosing from a menu 1-29 Setting Up the Printer 1-1
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Printer Paper guide sa Platen knob Ribbon cartridge Power cable In some locations, the power cable may be attached to the printer. 1-2 Setting Up the Printer Unpacking the Printer Checking the parts When you unpack the printer, make sure that you have all the parts shown below and that none have been damaged.
Printer Paper guide sa Platen knob Ribbon cartridge Power cable In some locations, the power cable may be attached to the printer. 1-2 Setting Up the Printer Unpacking the Printer Checking the parts When you unpack the printer, make sure that you have all the parts shown below and that none have been damaged.
User Manual
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If the voltage shown is not the correct voltage for use with different voltages. After removing the parts, save the packaging materials in case you ever need to adjust the printer for your country, contact your printer. The power supply voltage is not possible to transport your dealer. It is shown on the label on the back of the printer designed for different electrical standards. Setting Up the Printer 1-3 Unpacking the Printer I! ! !9 WARNING: There are several different versions of the printer.
If the voltage shown is not the correct voltage for use with different voltages. After removing the parts, save the packaging materials in case you ever need to adjust the printer for your country, contact your printer. The power supply voltage is not possible to transport your dealer. It is shown on the label on the back of the printer designed for different electrical standards. Setting Up the Printer 1-3 Unpacking the Printer I! ! !9 WARNING: There are several different versions of the printer.
User Manual
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Testing the Printer Here are parts of typical self tests: Draft mode (normal draft) Character Spacing 10 CPI l-l OFF Shape of Zero 0 (Unslashed) 1-2 OFF CG Table Italics 1-3 OFF Short Tear-off Valid 1-4 OFF Draft Print Speed Normal 1-S ON Country U.S.A. 1-6 ON Page Length CSF Mode 11 inch Invalid 2-1 OFF 2-2 OFF Skip Perforation Auto LF None Depend on I /t]12345&.789 ABCDEFGHI J KL 0123456789: j ABCDEFGHIJKLE 123456789 CdABCDEFGHIJKLMP i#$%&' ( ) #t-k, --. / I /F 2-3 OFF 2-4 OFF i f-l- r -
Testing the Printer Here are parts of typical self tests: Draft mode (normal draft) Character Spacing 10 CPI l-l OFF Shape of Zero 0 (Unslashed) 1-2 OFF CG Table Italics 1-3 OFF Short Tear-off Valid 1-4 OFF Draft Print Speed Normal 1-S ON Country U.S.A. 1-6 ON Page Length CSF Mode 11 inch Invalid 2-1 OFF 2-2 OFF Skip Perforation Auto LF None Depend on I /t]12345&.789 ABCDEFGHI J KL 0123456789: j ABCDEFGHIJKLE 123456789 CdABCDEFGHIJKLMP i#$%&' ( ) #t-k, --. / I /F 2-3 OFF 2-4 OFF i f-l- r -
User Manual
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...not be properly installed. Turn off the printer. The print is jammed, turn off the printer and repeat the self test. ABCD The ribbon cartridge may not be worn. Make sure that all the packing material and shipping restraints have parts missing at the bottom. See page ...1-17. Printed characters have been removed from the computer. Make sure the cartridge hooks are turning on the printer. See page 1-8. 1-24 Setting Up the Printer Replace the ribbon cartridge. Turn off the printer, reinstall the ...
...not be properly installed. Turn off the printer. The print is jammed, turn off the printer and repeat the self test. ABCD The ribbon cartridge may not be worn. Make sure that all the packing material and shipping restraints have parts missing at the bottom. See page ...1-17. Printed characters have been removed from the computer. Make sure the cartridge hooks are turning on the printer. See page 1-8. 1-24 Setting Up the Printer Replace the ribbon cartridge. Turn off the printer, reinstall the ...
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Chapter 2 Paper Handling Using Single Sheets 2-2 Loading paper 2-2 Reloading the paper 2- 6 Using Continuous Paper 2-7 Positioning your continuous paper supply 2-7 Loading continuous paper 2-8 Switching Between Continuous and Single Sheets 2-15 Switching to single sheets 2-15 Switching back to continuous paper 2-19 Printing on Special Paper The paper thickness lever Multi-part forms Labels Envelopes 2-22 2-22 2-25 2-26 2-27 Paper Handling 2-1
Chapter 2 Paper Handling Using Single Sheets 2-2 Loading paper 2-2 Reloading the paper 2- 6 Using Continuous Paper 2-7 Positioning your continuous paper supply 2-7 Loading continuous paper 2-8 Switching Between Continuous and Single Sheets 2-15 Switching to single sheets 2-15 Switching back to continuous paper 2-19 Printing on Special Paper The paper thickness lever Multi-part forms Labels Envelopes 2-22 2-22 2-25 2-26 2-27 Paper Handling 2-1
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... and labels, you need to printing on single sheets and continuous paper, your printer can be set to the lever. 2-22 Paper Handling Before printing on a wide variety of paper types, including multi-part forms, labels, and envelopes. These positions are identified by a scale next to seven... positions. For information on multi-part forms, labels, or envelopes, make sure your printer is equipped with a paper thickness lever that can also print on special types of paper, you should not print any closer...
... and labels, you need to printing on single sheets and continuous paper, your printer can be set to the lever. 2-22 Paper Handling Before printing on a wide variety of paper types, including multi-part forms, labels, and envelopes. These positions are identified by a scale next to seven... positions. For information on multi-part forms, labels, or envelopes, make sure your printer is equipped with a paper thickness lever that can also print on special types of paper, you should not print any closer...
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Continuous printing with the lever set at a position higher than normal paper can shorten the life of envelopes, multi-part forms, labels, or thicker than 2 can damage the print head. 2-24 Paper Handling Printing on Special Paper Paper Type Lever Position Paper... (single sheets or continuous) 2 Thin paper 2 24 lb paper (single sheets) Multi-part forms 2-sheet 3-sheet I 3 2 3 Labels Envelopes Air mail Plain Bond (20 lb.) Bond (24 lb.) I !!!3 WARNINGS: l Always return the lever to position 2...
Continuous printing with the lever set at a position higher than normal paper can shorten the life of envelopes, multi-part forms, labels, or thicker than 2 can damage the print head. 2-24 Paper Handling Printing on Special Paper Paper Type Lever Position Paper... (single sheets or continuous) 2 Thin paper 2 24 lb paper (single sheets) Multi-part forms 2-sheet 3-sheet I 3 2 3 Labels Envelopes Air mail Plain Bond (20 lb.) Bond (24 lb.) I !!!3 WARNINGS: l Always return the lever to position 2...
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...on loading continuous paper in Chapter 3. Paper Handling 2-25 al CAUTION: Multi-part forms should not be used with the single sheet feeding system or the optional cut sheet feeder. Make sure you load multi-part paper the same way as continuous paper. see the sections on setting the ...position and page length in this chapter. Also see to three parts (including the original). Printing on Special Paper Multi-part forms With the built-in tractor unit, your printer can print on continuous multi-part forms. You can use multi-part forms that have up to the table on page 2-25. Except...
...on loading continuous paper in Chapter 3. Paper Handling 2-25 al CAUTION: Multi-part forms should not be used with the single sheet feeding system or the optional cut sheet feeder. Make sure you load multi-part paper the same way as continuous paper. see the sections on setting the ...position and page length in this chapter. Also see to three parts (including the original). Printing on Special Paper Multi-part forms With the built-in tractor unit, your printer can print on continuous multi-part forms. You can use multi-part forms that have up to the table on page 2-25. Except...
User Manual
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... that you want . Designing your own graphics This section takes you want . See page 4-12 for only one you should include in every program. This part of 100. 5. First you must be in effect for a list of a graphics program. A new graphics command is similar to the last example, but two columns... are printed each line printed (lines 130 to its initial settings, including the normal line spacing (line 180). Finally, the program resets the printer to 160). To print more complex figure. Single High-speed double Double 4-16 Software and Graphics
... that you want . Designing your own graphics This section takes you want . See page 4-12 for only one you should include in every program. This part of 100. 5. First you must be in effect for a list of a graphics program. A new graphics command is similar to the last example, but two columns... are printed each line printed (lines 130 to its initial settings, including the normal line spacing (line 180). Finally, the program resets the printer to 160). To print more complex figure. Single High-speed double Double 4-16 Software and Graphics
User Manual
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... to print with the characters you are replacing only one character, n1 and n2 are replacing. (You can use the ASCII characters themselves in your printer Once the character is the decimal code for the ASCII character NUL. (The sample program on the grid, you simply add the pin values for... you must supply eleven data numbers for n1 and n2. Then, you need to supply 66 data numbers. User-defined Characters Sending information to your printer with the bottom eight pins, a1 should be 0. The last part of the print head are blank.
... to print with the characters you are replacing only one character, n1 and n2 are replacing. (You can use the ASCII characters themselves in your printer Once the character is the decimal code for the ASCII character NUL. (The sample program on the grid, you simply add the pin values for... you must supply eleven data numbers for n1 and n2. Then, you need to supply 66 data numbers. User-defined Characters Sending information to your printer with the bottom eight pins, a1 should be 0. The last part of the print head are blank.
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... should test it as shown. Tap the side and bottom of your paper. 4. Note: For best results, use multi-part forms, carbon paper, envelopes, or labels in the cut sheet feeder. Using the Printer Options 5-7 Do not use typewriter quality paper. Cut Sheet Feeder 3. Next, slide the right paper guide to even...
... should test it as shown. Tap the side and bottom of your paper. 4. Note: For best results, use multi-part forms, carbon paper, envelopes, or labels in the cut sheet feeder. Using the Printer Options 5-7 Do not use typewriter quality paper. Cut Sheet Feeder 3. Next, slide the right paper guide to even...