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... 2-37 Pagination 2-44 Setting Print Quality 2-49 Operating the Storage Device 2-51 Paper Handling 2-60 Selecting Monochrome or Color Printing 2-74 Reading Life Counters 2-75 Other Modes 2-77 3 Options General Information 3-2 Expansion Memory Modules 3-3 General ... IB-23 Network Interface Card 3-10 4 Computer Interface General Information 4-2 Parallel Interface (EP C270N only 4-3 USB Interface 4-5 Serial Interface (EP C270N only 4-6 RS-232C Protocol (EP C270N only 4-7 RS-232C Cable Connection (EP C270N only 4-10 Glossary Index ADVANCED OPERATION GUIDE i
... 2-37 Pagination 2-44 Setting Print Quality 2-49 Operating the Storage Device 2-51 Paper Handling 2-60 Selecting Monochrome or Color Printing 2-74 Reading Life Counters 2-75 Other Modes 2-77 3 Options General Information 3-2 Expansion Memory Modules 3-3 General ... IB-23 Network Interface Card 3-10 4 Computer Interface General Information 4-2 Parallel Interface (EP C270N only 4-3 USB Interface 4-5 Serial Interface (EP C270N only 4-6 RS-232C Protocol (EP C270N only 4-7 RS-232C Cable Connection (EP C270N only 4-10 Glossary Index ADVANCED OPERATION GUIDE i
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...details on Creating Custom Paper Type on page 2-70. Not only can be made for the paper source from the printer's operator panel will cause the printer to automatically select the paper source and print in Cassette mode) Plain Yes Yes Normal 2 Yes Transparency Yes No...Vellum Yes No Light No Rough Yes Yes Normal 2 Yes Letterhead Yes Yes Normal 2 Yes Color Yes Yes Normal 2 Yes Prepunched Yes Yes Normal 2 Yes Envelope Yes No Heavy 1 (EP C170N/EP No C270N) Heavy 2 (EP C220N) Cardstock Yes No Heavy 2 No Coated Yes No Normal 2 No Thick Yes No ...
...details on Creating Custom Paper Type on page 2-70. Not only can be made for the paper source from the printer's operator panel will cause the printer to automatically select the paper source and print in Cassette mode) Plain Yes Yes Normal 2 Yes Transparency Yes No...Vellum Yes No Light No Rough Yes Yes Normal 2 Yes Letterhead Yes Yes Normal 2 Yes Color Yes Yes Normal 2 Yes Prepunched Yes Yes Normal 2 Yes Envelope Yes No Heavy 1 (EP C170N/EP No C270N) Heavy 2 (EP C220N) Cardstock Yes No Heavy 2 No Coated Yes No Normal 2 No Thick Yes No ...
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.... (option) No interface is in use : USB PAR SER NET OPT --- Paper Size Indicator (SIZE) This indicator shows: • While the printer is in standby, the paper size of 30 seconds (factory default) during which the other interface begins printing the job. The abbreviations used to format...time of the current cassette. Even after a print job has been completed on page 2-60. • While the printer is in use . The default paper cassette is in use. (EP C270N only) Network interface is printing, the paper size used to print by the operator panel keys. Parallel interface is in...
.... (option) No interface is in use : USB PAR SER NET OPT --- Paper Size Indicator (SIZE) This indicator shows: • While the printer is in standby, the paper size of 30 seconds (factory default) during which the other interface begins printing the job. The abbreviations used to format...time of the current cassette. Even after a print job has been completed on page 2-60. • While the printer is in use . The default paper cassette is in use. (EP C270N only) Network interface is printing, the paper size used to print by the operator panel keys. Parallel interface is in...
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... attention. Indicates an error that is off -line. • Print and feed out one page when the printer displays Waiting. Note that data received is warming up. NOTE: The printer has a USB, parallel (EP C270N), network, and an optional interface. Keys Using the Operator Panel READY, DATA, and ATTENTION Indicators The following meaning: Indicator...
... attention. Indicates an error that is off -line. • Print and feed out one page when the printer displays Waiting. Note that data received is warming up. NOTE: The printer has a USB, parallel (EP C270N), network, and an optional interface. Keys Using the Operator Panel READY, DATA, and ATTENTION Indicators The following meaning: Indicator...
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.... The interface is indicated by the interface in the location. 2-8 ADVANCED OPERATION GUIDE appears on the message display followed by one of the printer. Pressing this key during a menu selection will then appear to : • Cancel a printing job. • Stop the alarm sound.... printing stops after the current page is used in the menu system to change the setup and printing environment of the following message: Parallel (EP C270N only) USB Network Serial (option serial interface) Option (option network interface) 2 Press [OK] ([ENTER]). Using the Operator Panel •...
.... The interface is indicated by the interface in the location. 2-8 ADVANCED OPERATION GUIDE appears on the message display followed by one of the printer. Pressing this key during a menu selection will then appear to : • Cancel a printing job. • Stop the alarm sound.... printing stops after the current page is used in the menu system to change the setup and printing environment of the following message: Parallel (EP C270N only) USB Network Serial (option serial interface) Option (option network interface) 2 Press [OK] ([ENTER]). Using the Operator Panel •...
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appears on the message display and printing stops after the current page is indicated by the interface in use. The interface is printed. 2-10 ADVANCED OPERATION GUIDE Print Cancel? Cancelling data appears on the message display followed by one of the following messages: Parallel (EP C270N only) USB Network Serial (option serial interface) Option (option network interface) 2 Press [OK] ([ENTER]). Using the Operator Panel Canceling a Printing Job 1 While the printer displays Processing, press [CANCEL].
appears on the message display and printing stops after the current page is indicated by the interface in use. The interface is printed. 2-10 ADVANCED OPERATION GUIDE Print Cancel? Cancelling data appears on the message display followed by one of the following messages: Parallel (EP C270N only) USB Network Serial (option serial interface) Option (option network interface) 2 Press [OK] ([ENTER]). Using the Operator Panel Canceling a Printing Job 1 While the printer displays Processing, press [CANCEL].
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Normally, this interface is equipped with both parallel (EP C270N) and USB interfaces. For details, see Parallel Interface (EP C270N only) on different interfaces by using the printer's menu selection system. The current communication mode appears. 7 To change the parallel interface mode, press Z. Nibble (high) ADVANCED OPERATION GUIDE 2-29 NOTE: This interface selection ...
Normally, this interface is equipped with both parallel (EP C270N) and USB interfaces. For details, see Parallel Interface (EP C270N only) on different interfaces by using the printer's menu selection system. The current communication mode appears. 7 To change the parallel interface mode, press Z. Nibble (high) ADVANCED OPERATION GUIDE 2-29 NOTE: This interface selection ...
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...4 Press U or V repeatedly until Interface > appears. 3 If the interface is displayed, press [OK] ([ENTER]). 10 Press [MENU] to the printer having the optional serial interface board kit (IB-11) installed. Interface ? One of the computer's serial interface. 1 Press [MENU]. 2 Press U or... • High Speed 9 When the desired communication mode is other than serial, press [OK] ([ENTER]). Changing Serial Interface Parameters (EP C270N only) NOTE: This section applies to exit the menu selection. You can confirm or change the serial interface parameters including baud rate, ...
...4 Press U or V repeatedly until Interface > appears. 3 If the interface is displayed, press [OK] ([ENTER]). 10 Press [MENU] to the printer having the optional serial interface board kit (IB-11) installed. Interface ? One of the computer's serial interface. 1 Press [MENU]. 2 Press U or... • High Speed 9 When the desired communication mode is other than serial, press [OK] ([ENTER]). Changing Serial Interface Parameters (EP C270N only) NOTE: This section applies to exit the menu selection. You can confirm or change the serial interface parameters including baud rate, ...
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The display changes as shown below. EP C270N 1 Press [MENU]. 2 Press U or V repeatedly until Buzzer > appears. >Buzzer > 5 Press Z. 6 Press U or V to display the desired alarm. Error Ready Job End Key Confirm. 7 Press [OK] ([... using U or V. 9 Press [OK] ([ENTER]). 10 To exit the menu selection, press [MENU]. Others > 3 Press Z. 4 Press U or V repeatedly until Others > appears. Using the Operator Panel EP C170N and EP C220N 1 Press [MENU]. 2 Press U or V repeatedly until Buzzer appears. >Buzzer On ADVANCED OPERATION GUIDE 2-83
The display changes as shown below. EP C270N 1 Press [MENU]. 2 Press U or V repeatedly until Buzzer > appears. >Buzzer > 5 Press Z. 6 Press U or V to display the desired alarm. Error Ready Job End Key Confirm. 7 Press [OK] ([... using U or V. 9 Press [OK] ([ENTER]). 10 To exit the menu selection, press [MENU]. Others > 3 Press Z. 4 Press U or V repeatedly until Others > appears. Using the Operator Panel EP C170N and EP C220N 1 Press [MENU]. 2 Press U or V repeatedly until Buzzer appears. >Buzzer On ADVANCED OPERATION GUIDE 2-83
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... following sections. For instructions on installing individual options, refer to satisfy your printing requirements. Envelope Feeder EF-310 (for EP C220N/EP C270N) Printer Face-up Output Tray PT-300 (for EP C170N PT-301 (for EP C220N/EP C270N) Expansion Memory (DIMM 64/128/256/ 512MB) Duplex Unit DU-301 Memory Card (CF) Paper Feeder PF-60...
... following sections. For instructions on installing individual options, refer to satisfy your printing requirements. Envelope Feeder EF-310 (for EP C220N/EP C270N) Printer Face-up Output Tray PT-300 (for EP C170N PT-301 (for EP C220N/EP C270N) Expansion Memory (DIMM 64/128/256/ 512MB) Duplex Unit DU-301 Memory Card (CF) Paper Feeder PF-60...
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Options Expansion Memory Modules To expand the printer memory for more complex print jobs and faster print speed, you install the memory modules. A 128MB memory module is 1024MB: EP C270N (512MB x 2), 640MB: EP C170N and EP C220N. Always hold the main controller board or a memory module by your ... shown below to 1024MB, remove the 128MB memory module and install two 512MB memory modules. (EP C270N) NOTE: The expansion memory should only be liable for handling the printer's main controller board and memory modules To protect electronic parts, discharge static electricity from 64, 128...
Options Expansion Memory Modules To expand the printer memory for more complex print jobs and faster print speed, you install the memory modules. A 128MB memory module is 1024MB: EP C270N (512MB x 2), 640MB: EP C170N and EP C220N. Always hold the main controller board or a memory module by your ... shown below to 1024MB, remove the 128MB memory module and install two 512MB memory modules. (EP C270N) NOTE: The expansion memory should only be liable for handling the printer's main controller board and memory modules To protect electronic parts, discharge static electricity from 64, 128...
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... Before inserting a memory card in the printer, make sure that the printer is included in the CD-ROM supplied with the label side up to approximately 500 sheets of paper. Reading Font from the control panel or automatically when you to add 3 (1: EP C170N) more paper cassettes to a flash... memory card. Insert the memory card in the printer's slot, the contents of 256MB. To manually read from the Memory Card Once inserted in the...
... Before inserting a memory card in the printer, make sure that the printer is included in the CD-ROM supplied with the label side up to approximately 500 sheets of paper. Reading Font from the control panel or automatically when you to add 3 (1: EP C170N) more paper cassettes to a flash... memory card. Insert the memory card in the printer's slot, the contents of 256MB. To manually read from the Memory Card Once inserted in the...
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4 Computer Interface This chapter contains explanations on the following topics: • General Information 4-2 • Parallel Interface (EP C270N only 4-3 • USB Interface 4-5 • Serial Interface (EP C270N only 4-6 • RS-232C Protocol (EP C270N only 4-7 • RS-232C Cable Connection (EP C270N only 4-10 ADVANCED OPERATION GUIDE 4-1
4 Computer Interface This chapter contains explanations on the following topics: • General Information 4-2 • Parallel Interface (EP C270N only 4-3 • USB Interface 4-5 • Serial Interface (EP C270N only 4-6 • RS-232C Protocol (EP C270N only 4-7 • RS-232C Cable Connection (EP C270N only 4-10 ADVANCED OPERATION GUIDE 4-1
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Computer Interface General Information This chapter explains the signals used in the printer's parallel (EP C270N only), USB, and serial (option [EP C270N only]) interfaces. This chapter explains the following topics: • Parallel Interface (EP C270N only) • USB Interface • Serial Interface (EP C270N only) 4-2 ADVANCED OPERATION GUIDE It also lists pin assignments, signal functions, timings, connector specifications, and voltage levels.
Computer Interface General Information This chapter explains the signals used in the printer's parallel (EP C270N only), USB, and serial (option [EP C270N only]) interfaces. This chapter explains the following topics: • Parallel Interface (EP C270N only) • USB Interface • Serial Interface (EP C270N only) 4-2 ADVANCED OPERATION GUIDE It also lists pin assignments, signal functions, timings, connector specifications, and voltage levels.
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... Auto mode and Nibble (high) mode (IEEE 1284-compliant). ADVANCED OPERATION GUIDE 4-3 You can choose from the operation panel. Computer Interface Parallel Interface (EP C270N only) Communication Modes The printer provides high-speed data transmission on page 2-29. You can select the parallel interface communication mode from four communication modes: Communication Mode Auto...
... Auto mode and Nibble (high) mode (IEEE 1284-compliant). ADVANCED OPERATION GUIDE 4-3 You can choose from the operation panel. Computer Interface Parallel Interface (EP C270N only) Communication Modes The printer provides high-speed data transmission on page 2-29. You can select the parallel interface communication mode from four communication modes: Communication Mode Auto...
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...volts. Not used . Signal Ground. The voltage level of MARK is often used to input serial asynchronous data sent from the printer to the printer frame. Interface Signals The table below shows the pins and corresponding input and output signals of all signals other than Frame Ground... sent from the computer to establish a common reference level for the voltages of the RS-232C interface connector. Computer Interface Serial Interface (EP C270N only) Installing the optional serial interface board kit (IB-11) in handshaking. This output is always high (above 3 volts) when ...
...volts. Not used . Signal Ground. The voltage level of MARK is often used to input serial asynchronous data sent from the printer to the printer frame. Interface Signals The table below shows the pins and corresponding input and output signals of all signals other than Frame Ground... sent from the computer to establish a common reference level for the voltages of the RS-232C interface connector. Computer Interface Serial Interface (EP C270N only) Installing the optional serial interface board kit (IB-11) in handshaking. This output is always high (above 3 volts) when ...
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... protocol is a set of data bits 7 or 8. The factory setting is 1. To change the value for the serial interface parameters, see Changing Serial Interface Parameters (EP C270N only) on the status printout as marked by various devices to send or receive data. H2: Number of rules followed by the following section outlines...; H6: Buffer-nearly-full threshold • H7: Buffer nearly-empty threshold • H8: Received data buffer size The parameters can be changed from the printer operator panel. The parameters of the RS-232C protocol are stored in the batterypowered memory of the...
... protocol is a set of data bits 7 or 8. The factory setting is 1. To change the value for the serial interface parameters, see Changing Serial Interface Parameters (EP C270N only) on the status printout as marked by various devices to send or receive data. H2: Number of rules followed by the following section outlines...; H6: Buffer-nearly-full threshold • H7: Buffer nearly-empty threshold • H8: Received data buffer size The parameters can be changed from the printer operator panel. The parameters of the RS-232C protocol are stored in the batterypowered memory of the...
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... above (i.e., baud rate = 9600 bps, etc.). Click on System. 3 System Properties window opens. Computer Interface RS-232C Cable Connection (EP C270N only) Connecting the Printer to the Computer Make sure that both of these protocols simultaneously, using positive logic for the selected COM port. The... printer executes both computer and printer are powered off. 1 Discharge static electricity from your body by DIP switch settings that of the cable into the computer's ...
... above (i.e., baud rate = 9600 bps, etc.). Click on System. 3 System Properties window opens. Computer Interface RS-232C Cable Connection (EP C270N only) Connecting the Printer to the Computer Make sure that both of these protocols simultaneously, using positive logic for the selected COM port. The... printer executes both computer and printer are powered off. 1 Discharge static electricity from your body by DIP switch settings that of the cable into the computer's ...
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...! Magenta Toner Container 4. Waste Toner Boxes (one is sold separately.) Parallel Interface (EP C270N only) USB Interface Network Interface (Ethernet) Remove the cap, when using the printer, set the color registration. Power cord Hold the toner container with the markings facing upward. Toner Supply ... Connect the provided power cord to install the other color toner containers. Kyocera Mita assumes no liability for that color. Close the left sides as shown. Check Parts and Components When carrying the printer, always hold the right and left cover. Rear ...
...! Magenta Toner Container 4. Waste Toner Boxes (one is sold separately.) Parallel Interface (EP C270N only) USB Interface Network Interface (Ethernet) Remove the cap, when using the printer, set the color registration. Power cord Hold the toner container with the markings facing upward. Toner Supply ... Connect the provided power cord to install the other color toner containers. Kyocera Mita assumes no liability for that color. Close the left sides as shown. Check Parts and Components When carrying the printer, always hold the right and left cover. Rear ...