24-Pin Dot Matrix Printer 24-Pin Dot Matrix Printer User's Guide User's Guide Printed in Japan 00.
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ COVER.FM Pass 0 n = On f = Flashing o = Off Control Panel Buttons and Lights Font button Selects the font. Condensed button Turns on and off the condensed mode. Reset When you press both the Font and Condensed buttons simultaneously, the printer clears its buffer and return to its default settings. Pause button Stops printing temporarily, and resumes printing when pressed again.
R R4C4590 Rev. D Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono Takahashi Hoadley, Courtier A5 size 3/30/01 FRONT.FM Pass 1 ® 24-Pin Dot Matrix Printer All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION. The information contained herein is designed only for use with this EPSON printer.
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ FRONT.FM Pass 1 FCC Compliance Statement For United States Users This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
R R4C4590 Rev. D Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ A5 size 3/30/01 FRONT.FM Pass 1 DECLARATION of CONFORMITY According to 47CFR, Part 2 and 15 for Class B Personal Computers and Peripherals; and/or CPU Boards and Power Supplies used with Class B Personal Computers: We: Located at: EPSON AMERICA, INC.
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Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ R R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 USERS.TOC Pass 1 Contents Getting to Know Your Printer Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Print Head Caution Symbol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 ENERGY STAR Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 For United Kingdom Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 USERS.TOC Pass 1 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ Positioning your continuous paper supply. . . . . . . . . . . . . Loading continuous paper with the tractor. . . . . . . . . . . . . Using the tear-off function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Removing continuous paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using Continuous Multipart Forms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ R R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 USERS.TOC Pass 1 Changing the Printer driver settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-16 Printer Driver Settings Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-17 Using the EPSON Remote! Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-19 Installing EPSON Remote! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-19 Accessing EPSON Remote! . . . . .
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 USERS.TOC Pass 1 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ Loading paper manually from the paper guide . . . . . . . . . Roll Paper Holder. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Installing the roll paper holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Loading a roll of paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Removing roll paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ R R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 USERS.TOC Pass 1 For Users in Singapore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-8 For Users in Hong Kong. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-9 For Users in the Philippines. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ R R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 INTRO.FM Pass 0 Getting to Know Your Printer Your EPSON® LQ-680/LQ-680Pro 24-pin dot matrix printer provides high-quality printing and great performance in a compact design.
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 INTRO.FM Pass 0 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ Important Safety Instructions Read all of these instructions and save them for later reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the printer. ❏ Do not place the printer on an unstable surface or near a radiator or heat source. ❏ Place the printer on a flat surface. The printer will not operate properly if it is tilted or at an angle.
Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ R R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 INTRO.FM Pass 0 ❏ Unplug the printer and refer servicing to qualified personnel under the following conditions: If the power cord or plug is damaged; if liquid has entered the printer; if the printer has been dropped or the cabinet damaged; or if the printer does not operate normally or exhibits a distinct change in performance.
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ INTRO.FM Pass 0 Print Head Caution Symbol K The symbol on the print head indicates that this part may be hot. Never touch the print head just after the printer has been used. Let the print head cool for a few minutes before touching it. ENERGY STAR Compliance As an ENERGY STAR Partner, EPSON has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.
Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ R R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 INTRO.FM Pass 0 Safety information w Warning: This appliance must be earthed. Refer to the rating plate for voltage and check that the appliance voltage corresponds to the supply voltage.
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 INTRO.FM Pass 0 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ Warnings, Cautions, and Notes This guide uses the following conventions: w c Warnings must be followed to avoid bodily injury. Cautions must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment. Notes contain important information and useful tips on the operation of your printer.
Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ R R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 SETUP.FM Pass 1 Chapter 1 1 Setting Up the Printer Unpacking the Printer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Choosing a Place for the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 Assembling the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5 Attaching the paper guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 SETUP.FM Pass 1 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ Unpacking the Printer Besides this guide, your printer box should include an EPSON printer software CD-ROM, a Notice Sheet, and the following items: power cord printer paper guide ribbon cartridge Note: Depending on your printer model, the power cord may be permanently attached to the printer.
Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ R R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 SETUP.FM Pass 1 You must remove all protective materials packed around and inside your printer before you set it up and turn on the power. Follow the directions on the Notice Sheet (packed with the printer) to remove these materials. Save all packing and protective materials in case you need to ship the printer in the future.
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 SETUP.FM Pass 1 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ ❏ Avoid electrical outlets controlled by wall switches or automatic timers. An interruption of power can erase information in the memory of your printer or computer. Also avoid outlets on the same circuit as large motors or other appliances that can cause voltage fluctuations.
R R4C4590 Rev. D Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ A5 size 3/30/01 SETUP.FM Pass 1 Assembling the Printer 1 Attaching the paper guide To attach the paper guide, slide the slots on the paper guide all the way onto the mounting pegs in the printer as shown below. Plugging in the Printer 1. Make sure the printer is turned off. 2. Check the label on the back of the printer to make sure its voltage matches that of your electrical outlet.
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 SETUP.FM Pass 1 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ 3. If the power cord is not attached to the printer, plug the appropriate end into the AC inlet on the back of the printer. 4. Plug the power cord into a properly grounded electrical outlet. Connecting the Printer to Your Computer Your printer has a standard IEEE-1284 compatible parallel interface connection and an optional interface.
Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ R R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 SETUP.FM Pass 1 3. Squeeze the wire clips together until they lock in place on both sides of the connector. 4. If your cable has a ground wire, connect it to the printer’s ground connector as shown below. 5. Plug the other end of the cable into the computer.
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 SETUP.FM Pass 1 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ Installing or Replacing the Ribbon Cartridge EPSON recommends the use of genuine EPSON Ribbon Cartridges (S015016). w Warning: You may touch the print head by hand to install or replace the ribbon cartridge. If you have just used the printer, the print head may be hot; let it cool for a few minutes before proceeding. 1. Make sure the printer is turned off. 2.
Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ R R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 SETUP.FM Pass 1 3. The print head should be in the replacement position indicated by an indentation in the front metal plate, as shown below. If it is not, close the printer cover and turn the printer on to move the print head to the replacement position. Wait a few seconds, then turn the printer off again and open the printer cover.
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 SETUP.FM Pass 1 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ 4. If a used ribbon cartridge is already installed, squeeze the tabs on each side of the cartridge, and pull the cartridge out of the printer. Properly dispose the used ribbon and cartridge. 5. Turn the ribbon-tightening knob on the new cartridge in the direction of the arrow to take up any slack in the ribbon. 6.
Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ R R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 SETUP.FM Pass 1 7. Hold the ribbon cartridge by its handle and push it firmly down into position; then press on both ends of the cartridge to make sure the plastic hooks fit into the slots. 8. Turn the ribbon-tightening knob again to remove any slack in the ribbon and to make sure the ribbon moves freely. 9. Close the printer cover.
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 SETUP.FM Pass 1 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ Installing the Printer Software After you connect the printer to your computer, you need to install the software included on the EPSON printer software CD-ROM shipped with your printer. Your printer software includes: ❏ Printer driver The printer driver is the software that runs, or “drives,” your printer.
Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ R R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 SETUP.FM Pass 1 Installing the printer software in Windows 98, 95, 2000, or NT 4.0 Follow the steps below to install the printer software in Windows 98, 95, 2000, or NT 4.0: Note: ❏ Installing the printer software for Windows 2000 or NT 4.0 may require administrator privileges. If you have problems, ask your administrator for more information.
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 SETUP.FM Pass 1 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ 3. Click Install to start the printer software installation. 4. Select your printer from the list, then follow the instructions on the screen. When you install the printer driver on Windows 98, 95, 2000 or NT 4.0, EPSON Status Monitor 3 will also be installed. For information on opening and using the software, see Chapter 3, “Using the Printer Software.
Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ R R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 SETUP.FM Pass 1 3. Choose Run from the File menu. The Run dialog box appears. In the Command Line box, type D:SETUP. (Substitute the appropriate drive letter as necessary.) Then click OK. If you wish to make a diskette version of the printer software on your CD-ROM, type EPSETUP instead of SETUP.
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 SETUP.FM Pass 1 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ For DOS programs To control the printer from DOS application programs, you need to select the printer you are using or another available printer from the printer list of your application. Choose the EPSON LQ-680/LQ-680Pro printer at the appropriate step in the setup or installation procedure of your DOS application program.
Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ R R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 HANDLE.FM Pass 1 Chapter 2 Paper Handling 2 Selecting a Paper Source. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2 Paper source and paper types. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3 Setting the paper release lever (LQ-680) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4 Setting the Paper Source button (LQ-680Pro) . . . . . . . . . . .
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 HANDLE.FM Pass 1 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ Your printer can print on a wide variety of paper types, including single sheets, continuous paper, multipart forms, labels, envelopes, postcards, and roll paper. This chapter explains how to use these paper types with your printer. Note: See Appendix C for detailed specifications on the paper types the printer can use.
R R4C4590 Rev. D Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ A5 size 3/30/01 HANDLE.FM Pass 1 Paper source and paper types The table below shows which paper source to use for each paper type.
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ HANDLE.FM Pass 1 Setting the paper release lever (LQ-680) Set the paper release lever to select the paper-feeding method you want the printer to use. The paper release lever has two positions: for tractor feeding and for single-sheet feeding, as explained below. Single-sheet feeding position – to use the paper guide, the optional cut-sheet feeder, or the optional roll paper holder.
Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ R R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 HANDLE.FM Pass 1 Setting the Paper Source button (LQ-680Pro) Set the Paper Source button on the control panel to select the paper source you want the printer to use.
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 HANDLE.FM Pass 1 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ Adjusting the Paper Thickness Lever You need to set the paper thickness lever to match the thickness of your paper. There are nine lever positions, from -1 to 7. The Auto position is also available on the LQ-680Pro. For LQ-680 users: Set the paper thickness lever manually to the appropriate position from -1 to 7, as described in the table below.
Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ R R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 HANDLE.FM Pass 1 The following table provides guidelines for selecting the appropriate lever position for the type of paper you are using.
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 HANDLE.FM Pass 1 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ Using Continuous Paper You can load continuous paper from the built-in tractor unit located on the back of the printer. Note: See Appendix C for detailed specifications on continuous paper.
Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ R R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 HANDLE.FM Pass 1 Loading continuous paper with the tractor 1. Make sure the printer is turned off. 2. For LQ-680 users: Select tractor feeding with the paper release lever, and make sure the paper thickness lever is set to 0 if you are using ordinary continuous paper.
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ HANDLE.FM Pass 1 4. Release the sprocket lock levers by pushing them up. 5. Facing the back of the printer, position the left sprocket unit so that the sprocket pins are to the left of the “0” on the scale and the arrow mark on the printer. Then push down the lock lever to lock the sprocket in place.
Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ R R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 HANDLE.FM Pass 1 6. Slide the right sprocket unit to roughly match the width of your paper, but do not lock it. 2 7. Slide the paper support midway between the two sprocket units.
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 HANDLE.FM Pass 1 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ 8. Open the sprocket covers. 9. Fit the first three holes of the continuous paper over the sprocket pins on both sides. Be sure to load your paper printable side up. c 2-12 Caution: Make sure the first sheet of your continuous paper has a clean, straight edge so that it can feed smoothly into the printer.
Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ R R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 HANDLE.FM Pass 1 10. Close the sprocket covers. If necessary, unlock and reposition the left sprocket unit so that the perforation aligns with the arrow mark on the printer. Then lock the sprocket in place. 2 11. Slide the right sprocket unit to remove any slack in the paper. Then push down the sprocket lock lever to lock the sprocket in place. 12. Turn on the printer.
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 HANDLE.FM Pass 1 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ When using continuous paper, you can use the tear-off function to tear off printed pages not wasting any blank pages next to the printed pages. For more information, see the next section. Note: ❏ You can advance the paper to the loading position by pressing the Load/Eject button before the printer receives data.
Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ R R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 HANDLE.FM Pass 1 If the perforation between pages is not aligned with the tear-off edge, you can adjust the tear-off position using the micro-adjust feature as described later in this chapter. c Caution: Never use the tear-off function to feed labels backwards; they may come off their backing and jam the printer.
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 HANDLE.FM Pass 1 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ 2. Tear off all printed pages at the tear-off edge. If the perforation is not aligned with the tear-off edge, adjust the tear-off position using the micro-adjust feature. See “Adjusting the tear-off position” later in this chapter. 3. When you resume printing, the printer feeds the paper back to the top-of-form position and begins printing.
Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ R R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 HANDLE.FM Pass 1 For instructions on how to activate the auto tear-off function, see “About Your Printer’s Default Settings” on page 4-3 or open the EPSON Remote! utility as described in Chapter 3 and follow the on-screen instructions. While using the default-setting mode or the utility, also make sure the page length is set correctly for your continuous paper.
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 HANDLE.FM Pass 1 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ Before printing, set the paper thickness lever to the correct position for your multipart forms. LQ-680 users should set the lever as described in the table on page 2-7. LQ-680Pro users should make sure the lever is set to the Auto position. You can load continuous multipart forms in the same way as you load ordinary continuous paper.
Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ c R R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 HANDLE.FM Pass 1 Caution: ❏ When printing on overlapping multipart forms, make sure that your software settings keep the printing entirely within the printable area of the forms. Printing on the edge of a multipart form can damage the print head. For information about the printable area, see the paper specifications in Appendix C.
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 HANDLE.FM Pass 1 c Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ Caution: ❏ When printing on labels, make sure that your software settings keep the printing entirely within the printable area. Printing on the edge of a label can damage the print head. For information about the printable area, see the paper specifications in Appendix C.
Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ R R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 HANDLE.FM Pass 1 Follow these steps to load single sheets from the paper guide: 1. Make sure that the printer is off and the paper guide is attached as described in Chapter 1. Then close the sprocket covers and push down the sprocket lock levers to lock the sprocket units in place. 2.
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 HANDLE.FM Pass 1 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ 4. Slide the edge guide until it rests against the guide mark, as shown below. guide mark 5. Insert a sheet of paper, following the edge guide, until it meets resistance. Be sure to load your paper printable side up and top edge first. After a few seconds, the printer automatically advances the paper to the loading position.
Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ R R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 HANDLE.FM Pass 1 After printing a sheet, the printer ejects the printed sheet onto the paper guide. If you are printing a multiple-page document, remove the printed sheet and insert a new sheet into the paper guide. The printer automatically advances the paper and resumes printing. Note: If the printer does not eject the printed sheet, press the Load/Eject button.
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 HANDLE.FM Pass 1 c Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ Caution: ❏ When printing on multipart forms, make sure that your software settings keep the printing entirely within the printable area of the forms. Printing on the edge of a multipart form can damage the print head. For information about the printable area, see the paper specifications in Appendix A.
Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ c R R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 HANDLE.FM Pass 1 Caution: ❏ When printing on envelopes, make sure that your software settings keep the printing entirely within the printable area. Printing on the edge of an envelope can damage the print head. For information on the printable area, see the paper specifications in Appendix C. ❏ Use envelopes only under normal operating conditions.
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 HANDLE.FM Pass 1 c Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ Caution: ❏ Card mode is available only when the paper thickness lever is set to Auto or 2 or higher on the scale. ❏ When printing on postcards, make sure that your software settings keep the printing entirely within the printable area. Printing on the edge of a postcard can damage the print head.
R R4C4590 Rev. D Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ A5 size 3/30/01 HANDLE.FM Pass 1 1. When you have finished printing on continuous paper, press the Tear Off/Bin button (LQ-680) or the Tear Off/Special Paper button (LQ-680Pro) to advance the paper to the tear-off position. (If you selected auto tear-off in the printer’s default-setting mode or the EPSON Remote! utility, the printer advances the paper perforation to the tear-off position automatically.
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 HANDLE.FM Pass 1 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ Switching to continuous paper To switch from single sheets to continuous paper, follow the steps below. 1. If necessary, press the Load/Eject button to eject the last printed single sheet. 2. Make sure continuous paper is loaded in the printer as described in “Loading continuous paper with the tractor” on page 2-9. 3.
Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ R R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 HANDLE.FM Pass 1 1. Make sure the printer is turned on. If necessary, lift up the printer cover so you can see the paper position. 2. Load either continuous or single-sheet paper. (Press the Load/Eject button to load continuous paper from the tractor or a single sheet from the optional cut-sheet feeder.) 3. Hold down the Pause button for about three seconds.
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 HANDLE.FM Pass 1 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ Note: ❏ Pressing the LF/FF [D] button moves the loading position toward the top of the page when loading a sheet from the front (from the paper guide). Pressing the LF/FF [D] button moves the loading position toward the bottom of the page when loading a sheet from the rear (from the cut-sheet feeders or the tractor).
Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ R R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 HANDLE.FM Pass 1 Adjusting the tear-off position If your continuous paper perforation is not aligned with the tearoff edge, you can use the micro-adjust feature to move the perforation to the tear-off position as follows: 1. Make sure both Tear Off lights are flashing (the paper is at the current tear-off position). You may need to press the Tear Off button.
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 HANDLE.FM Pass 1 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ 4. Tear off the printed pages. 5. Press the Pause button to turn off micro-adjust mode. When you resume printing, the printer automatically feeds the paper back to the top-of-form position and begins printing. Your tear-off position setting remains in effect until you change it, even if you turn off the printer.
Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ R R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 SOFTWARE.FM Pass 1 Chapter 3 Using the Printer Software About Your Printer Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2 Using the Printer Driver With Windows 98 or 95 . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3 Accessing the printer driver from Windows applications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3 Accessing the printer driver from the Start menu. .
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 SOFTWARE.FM Pass 1 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ About Your Printer Software The EPSON printer software that comes with your printer includes the printer driver software, the EPSON Remote! utility, and the EPSON Status Monitor 3 utility for Windows 98, 95, 2000 and NT 4.0. A printer driver is software that allows your computer to control the printer.
Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ R R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 SOFTWARE.FM Pass 1 Using the Printer Driver With Windows 98 or 95 You can access the printer driver from your Windows applications or from the Start menu. When you access the printer driver from a Windows application, any settings you make apply only to the application you are using. See “Accessing the printer driver from Windows applications” below.
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 SOFTWARE.FM Pass 1 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ 1. Select Print Setup or Print from the File menu of your application software. The Print or Print Setup dialog box appears. 2. Make sure that your printer is selected and then click Printer, Setup, Properties, or Options. (You may need to click a combination of these buttons.) The Properties window appears, and you see the Paper, Graphics, and Device Options menu.
Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ R R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 SOFTWARE.FM Pass 1 3. To view a menu, click the corresponding tab at the top of the window. See “Changing the printer driver settings” below to change the settings. Accessing the printer driver from the Start menu To access the printer driver from the Start menu, follow these steps: 1. Click the Start button, and then point to Settings. 2. Click Printers. 3.
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 SOFTWARE.FM Pass 1 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ Using the Printer Driver With Windows 3.1 You can access the printer driver from your Windows applications or from the Control Panel. When you access the printer driver from a Windows application, any settings you make apply only to the application you are using. See “Accessing the printer driver from Windows applications” below.
Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ R R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 SOFTWARE.FM Pass 1 1. Select Print Setup or Print from the File menu of your application software. The Print or Print Setup dialog box appears. See “Changing the Printer driver settings” on page 3-8 for detailed information about the settings in this dialog box. 3 2. Make sure that your printer is selected and then click Printer, Setup, or Options.
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 SOFTWARE.FM Pass 1 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ Accessing the printer driver from the Control Panel To access the printer driver from the Control Panel, follow these steps: 1. In the Main window, double-click the Control Panel icon. 2. Double-click the Printers icon. The Printers dialog box appears. 3. Make sure your printer is highlighted, then click Setup. The Print Setup dialog box appears.
Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ R R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 SOFTWARE.FM Pass 1 Using the Printer Driver With Windows 2000 and NT 4.0 You can access the printer driver from your Windows applications or from the Start menu. When you access the printer driver from a Windows application, any settings you make apply only to the application you are using. See “Accessing the printer driver from Windows applications” below.
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 SOFTWARE.FM Pass 1 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ 1. Select Print Setup or Print from the File menu of your application software. The Print or Print Setup dialog box appears. 2. Make sure that your printer is selected and then click Printer, Setup, Properties, or Options. (You may need to click a combination of these buttons.) The Document Properties window appears, and you see the Page Setup and Advanced menus.
Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ R R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 SOFTWARE.FM Pass 1 3. To view a menu, click the corresponding tab at the top of the window. See “Changing the printer driver settings” below to change the settings. 3 Accessing the printer driver from the Start menu To access the printer driver from the Start menu, follow these steps: Note: The screen shots in the following section are from the Windows NT 4.0 operating system.
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 SOFTWARE.FM Pass 1 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ 3. Right-click your printer icon, and click Document Defaults. The screen displays the Default Document Properties window, which contains the Page Setup and Advanced menus. These menus display the printer driver settings. When you click Properties, the printer software window appears, which includes Utility menu. 4.
Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ R R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 SOFTWARE.FM Pass 1 When you finish making your printer driver settings, click OK to apply the settings, or click Cancel to cancel your changes. Once you’ve checked your printer driver settings and changed them if necessary, you are ready to print. Using the Printer Driver With Windows NT 3.5x You can access the printer driver from your Windows applications or from the Control Panel.
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 SOFTWARE.FM Pass 1 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ 1. Select Print Setup or Print from the File menu of your application software. The Print or Print Setup dialog box appears. 2. Make sure that your printer is selected and then click Printer, Setup, Properties, or Options. (You may need to click a combination of these buttons.
Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ R R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 SOFTWARE.FM Pass 1 3. Click Options (or a similar button) to view the Advanced Document Properties dialog box, which includes the Graphics Resolution, Color, and Optimizations printer driver settings. See “Changing the Printer driver settings” on page 3-16 to change the settings.
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 SOFTWARE.FM Pass 1 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ 3. Click the Details button, then click Job Default. You see the Document Properties dialog box, which includes the Form and Orientation printer driver settings. See “Changing the Printer driver settings” below to change the settings. 4.
R R4C4590 Rev. D Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ A5 size 3/30/01 SOFTWARE.FM Pass 1 Printer Driver Settings Overview The following tables show the Windows printer driver settings. Note that not every setting is available in all versions of Windows. The printing settings are shown below. 3 Settings Explanations Paper size Select the size of the paper you want to use. If you don’t see your paper size, use the scroll bar to scroll through the list.
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ SOFTWARE.FM Pass 1 Settings Explanations Monitoring Preferences Click this button to open the Monitoring Preferences dialog box where you can make settings for EPSON Status Monitor 3. Paper/Output Check the Paper Size, Orientation, and Paper Source settings you made on the Page Setup menu and change them if necessary.
Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ R R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 SOFTWARE.FM Pass 1 Using the EPSON Remote! Utility The EPSON Remote! utility allows you to easily change the printer’s default settings from your computer’s DOS prompt. Installing EPSON Remote! 3 Follow the steps below to install EPSON Remote! 1. Insert the printer software CD-ROM in a disk drive. 2. At the DOS prompt, type D:\SETUP.
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 SOFTWARE.FM Pass 1 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ Using the EPSON Status Monitor 3 Utility The EPSON Status Monitor 3 utility that comes with your printer is available for Windows 98, 95, 2000 and NT 4.0. It allows you to monitor your printer’s status, alerts you when printer errors occur, and provides troubleshooting instructions when needed.
Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ R R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 SOFTWARE.FM Pass 1 2. Click the Monitoring Preferences button. The Monitoring Preferences dialog box appears. 3 3. The following settings are available: Select Notification Displays the error item check box ON/OFF status. Turn on this check box to display the selected error notification. Select Shortcut icon The selected icons are displayed in the task tray on the PC screen.
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 SOFTWARE.FM Pass 1 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ Accessing EPSON Status Monitor 3 To access EPSON Status Monitor 3: ❏ Double-click the printer-shaped shortcut icon on the taskbar. To add a shortcut icon to the taskbar, see Utility menu. ❏ Open the Utility menu, then click EPSON Status Monitor 3.
Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ R R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 CHANGE.FM Pass 1 Chapter 4 Changing Printer Settings From the Printer’s Control Panel Selecting a Built-In Font and Pitch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2 About Your Printer’s Default Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3 Changing default settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 CHANGE.FM Pass 1 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ Selecting a Built-In Font and Pitch Your printer comes with the twelve built-in fonts. See “Built-in fonts:” on page C-4 for information of fonts you can select. You can also change the pitch by turning the condensed mode on or off. You can select the font and pitch using the buttons on the printer’s control panel as described below.
R R4C4590 Rev. D Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ A5 size 3/30/01 CHANGE.FM Pass 1 About Your Printer’s Default Settings The default settings control many printer functions. While you can often set these functions through your software or printer driver, you may sometimes need to change a default setting from the printer’s control panel using the default-setting mode.
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Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ R R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 CHANGE.FM Pass 1 Page length for tractor This setting allows you to set the page length for continuous paper. Skip over perforation This feature is available only when continuous paper is selected. When you select On, the printer provides a one-inch (25.4 mm) margin between the last line printed on one page and the first line printed on the next page.
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 CHANGE.FM Pass 1 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ Print direction You can select auto print direction (Auto), bidirectional printing (Bi-D), or unidirectional printing (Uni-D). Printing is normally bidirectional for faster printing; however, unidirectional printing allows for precise vertical printing alignment, which is useful for printing graphics.
Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ R R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 CHANGE.FM Pass 1 I/F (interface) mode The printer comes with a built-in parallel interface and an interface slot in which you can install one optional interface. For information on using an optional interface, see “Optional interface cards” on page A-19.
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 CHANGE.FM Pass 1 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ Auto CR (carriage return) This setting is available only in IBM 2390 Plus emulation mode. When auto carriage return is on, each line feed (LF) code or ESC J code is accompanied by a carriage return code. This moves the print position to the beginning of the next line. If the printer adds an extra line after every carriage return, select Off. A.G.M.
Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ R R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 CHANGE.FM Pass 1 Manual feed wait time This sets the amount of wait time between when paper is inserted into the paper guide and it is fed. If the paper feeds before you can adjust its position to your satisfaction, you can increase the wait time. Buzzer (beeper) The printer beeps when an error occurs. (See “Using the Error Indicators” on page 5-2 for more information on printer errors.
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 CHANGE.FM Pass 1 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ 1. Make sure paper is loaded and the printer is turned off. c Caution: Whenever you turn off the printer, wait at least five seconds before turning it back on; otherwise you may damage the printer. 2. While holding down the Font button, turn on the printer. The printer enters the default-setting mode and prints the language selection instructions. 3.
Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ R R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 TRBLE.FM Pass 1 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Using the Error Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2 Problems and Solutions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4 Power supply problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5 Single-sheet paper loading or feeding problems . . . . . . . . .
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ TRBLE.FM Pass 1 Using the Error Indicators You can identify many common printer problems using the lights on the control panel. If your printer stops working and one or more control panel lights are on or flashing or the printer beeps, use the following table to diagnose and fix the problem. If you can’t fix your problem using this table, go to the next section.
Panel light state R R4C4590 Rev. D Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ A5 size 3/30/01 Beep pattern TRBLE.FM Pass 1 Problem Solution f Paper Out n Pause ••• Continuous paper is not fed back to the standby position. Tear off the printed document at the perforation; then press the Load/Eject button. The printer feeds the paper to the standby position. Press the Pause button to turn off the Pause light.
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 TRBLE.FM Pass 1 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ Problems and Solutions Most printer problems are easy to solve. Use the information in this section to find the cause and solution to any printer problems that occur. Determine what type of problem occurred, and see the appropriate page listed below: Power supply problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . page 5-5 Single-sheet paper loading or feeding problems . . . . . . . .
R R4C4590 Rev. D Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ A5 size 3/30/01 TRBLE.FM Pass 1 Power supply problems The control panel lights come on briefly, but then go off and stay off. Cause What to do The printer’s voltage rating does not match the voltage of your electrical outlet. Check the printer and the outlet voltage ratings. If the voltages do not match, unplug the printer immediately and contact your dealer.
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ TRBLE.FM Pass 1 Single-sheet paper loading or feeding problems The printer does not load single-sheet paper or does not feed it properly. Cause What to do Tractor feeding is selected. Select single-sheet feeding. For more information, see “Selecting a Paper Source” on page 2-2.
Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ R R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 TRBLE.FM Pass 1 The optional cut-sheet feeder does not feed your single-sheet paper properly. Cause What to do The cut-sheet feeder is not installed properly. Reinstall it as described in “Installing the cut-sheet feeder” on page A-3. Too many sheets are loaded in the cut-sheet feeder. Load no more than 150 single sheets in the high-capacity cut-sheet feeder.
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ TRBLE.FM Pass 1 Continuous paper loading or feeding problems The printer does not load continuous paper or does not feed it properly. Cause What to do Single-sheet feeding is selected. Select tractor feeding. For more information, see “Selecting a Paper Source” on page 2-2. Continuous paper is not loaded properly.
R R4C4590 Rev. D Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ A5 size 3/30/01 TRBLE.FM Pass 1 Printing position problems Printing starts too high or low on the page. Cause What to do The paper size setting in your application software or printer driver does not match the size of the paper you are using. Check the paper size setting in your application or printer driver.
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ TRBLE.FM Pass 1 The printer prints on or too far away from the perforation of your continuous paper. Cause What to do The printer you want to use is not selected in your software. Choose the correct printer from the Windows desktop or in your application before printing. The paper size setting in your application or printer driver does not match the size of the paper you are using.
Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ R R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 TRBLE.FM Pass 1 Printing or printout quality problems The printer does not print when the computer sends data. Cause What to do The printer is paused. Press the Pause button. The interface cable is not plugged in securely. Check that both ends of the cable between the printer and the computer are plugged in securely.
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ TRBLE.FM Pass 1 The printout is faint. Cause What to do The paper thickness lever is not set correctly. Set the paper thickness lever to match the thickness of your paper. See “Adjusting the Paper Thickness Lever” on page 2-6. The ribbon is worn out. Replace the ribbon cartridge as described in Chapter 1. The printout has gaps.
Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ R R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 TRBLE.FM Pass 1 Lines of dots are missing in the printout. Cause What to do The print head is damaged. Stop printing and contact your dealer to have the print head replaced. c Caution: Never replace the print head yourself; you may damage the printer. Other parts of the printer must also be checked when the print head is replaced. All the text is printed on the same line.
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ TRBLE.FM Pass 1 The printout has extra blank lines between lines of text. Cause What to do Two line feed commands are being sent at the end of each line of text. Turn off the auto line feed setting using the printer’s default-setting mode or the EPSON Remote! utility. See “About Your Printer’s Default Settings” on page 4-3 or “Using the EPSON Remote! Utility” on page 3-19.
Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ R R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 TRBLE.FM Pass 1 The printer you want to use is not selected in your software. Choose the correct printer from the Windows desktop or in your application before printing. Your application software is not configured correctly for your printer. Make sure that your application software is set up correctly for your printer. See your application documentation.
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 TRBLE.FM Pass 1 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ Clearing Paper Jams To clear a paper jam, follow these steps: 1. Turn off the printer. 2. Open the printer cover. 3. If continuous paper is loaded in the printer, remove it or tear off the supply at the back of the printer. 4. Turn the knob on the right side of the printer toward you to eject the paper in the printer. Remove any remaining pieces of paper.
Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ R R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 TRBLE.FM Pass 1 Aligning Vertical Lines in Your Printout If you notice that the vertical lines in your printout are not properly aligned, you can use the printer’s bidirectional adjustment mode to correct this problem.
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 TRBLE.FM Pass 1 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ Printing a Self Test Running the printer’s self test helps you determine whether the printer or the computer is causing the problem: ❏ If the self test results are satisfactory, the printer is working properly and the problem probably results from your printer driver settings, application settings, computer, or interface cable. (Be sure to use a shielded interface cable.
Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ R R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 TRBLE.FM Pass 1 2. To run the test using the Draft font, hold down the LF/FF button while you turn on the printer. To run the test using the printer’s letter-quality fonts, hold down the Load/Eject button while you turn on the printer. After a few seconds, the printer loads the paper automatically and begins printing a self test. A series of characters is printed. 3.
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 TRBLE.FM Pass 1 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ To print a hex dump, follow the steps below. 1. Make sure paper is loaded and the printer is turned off. c Caution: Whenever you turn off the printer, wait at least five seconds before turning it back on; otherwise you may damage the printer. 2. To enter hex dump mode, hold down both the LF/FF and Load/Eject buttons while you turn on the printer. 3.
Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ R R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 OPTIONS.FM Pass 1 Appendix A Enhancing Your Printer With Options Cut-Sheet Feeders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-2 Installing the cut-sheet feeder. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-3 Loading paper from the cut-sheet feeder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-6 Switching between the tractor and the cut-sheet feeder. . .
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ OPTIONS.FM Pass 1 Cut-Sheet Feeders Two cut-sheet feeders are available for use with your printer: High capacity (bin 1) Second bin (bin 2) C80687✽ C80679✽ The asterisk (✽) is a substitute for the last digit, which varies by country. Contact your local EPSON dealer for the part number in your country.
Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ R R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 OPTIONS.FM Pass 1 Installing the cut-sheet feeder The cut-sheet feeder comes with a paper guide for stacking printed sheets. To install the cut-sheet feeder, you need to attach both the cut-sheet feeder and the paper guide. Follow the steps below. Note: ❏ The second-bin feeder can be used only in combination with the highcapacity feeder.
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 OPTIONS.FM Pass 1 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ 3. Hold the cut-sheet feeder by placing your hands on both sides of it. While holding down the buttons on both sides, fit the notches on each side of the feeder over the mounting posts on the printer. Lower the cut-sheet feeder until it rests on the printer. 4. Remove the paper guide from the front of the printer.
Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ R R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 OPTIONS.FM Pass 1 6. Fully extend the paper guide extension. (If you do not plan to stack the printed sheets, you do not need to perform this step.) 7. If you are printing on long paper, pull out the extension flap located in the center of the paper guide.
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 OPTIONS.FM Pass 1 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ You are now ready to load paper with your cut-sheet feeder as described in the next section. To remove the cut-sheet feeder, turn off the printer and reverse the steps above. Note: Even if you are not using the cut-sheet feeder, you can use its paper guide instead of the standard paper guide.
Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ R R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 OPTIONS.FM Pass 1 Loading paper from the high-capacity cut-sheet feeder Load paper in the high-capacity cut-sheet feeder (bin 1 of the double-bin feeder) as follows: 1. Pull both paper set levers forward until the paper guides retract to allow paper loading. A 2. Release the paper guide lock levers by pulling them forward.
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 OPTIONS.FM Pass 1 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ 3. Slide the right paper guide so that its edge is even with the guide mark on the cut-sheet feeder and push back the lever to lock the paper guide in place. Next, slide the left paper guide to roughly match the width of your paper. guide mark 4. Slide the center support midway between the paper guides.
Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ R R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 OPTIONS.FM Pass 1 5. Fan a stack of paper (up to 150 sheets); then tap the sides and bottom of the stack on a flat surface to even it up. 6. Insert the paper along the right paper guide and adjust the position of the left paper guide so that it matches your paper’s width. Make sure the position of the guide allows the paper to move up and down freely. Then lock the left guide in place.
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 OPTIONS.FM Pass 1 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ 7. Push back the paper set levers to clamp the paper against the guide rollers. 8. Before printing, make sure single sheet feeding is selected. Also adjust the thickness setting to the paper loaded in the cut-sheet feeder. See “Adjusting the Paper Thickness Lever” on page 2-6 for details. 9.
Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ R R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 OPTIONS.FM Pass 1 Loading paper from the second-bin cut-sheet feeder Follow the steps below to load paper in the second bin of the double-bin cut-sheet feeder. Note: You cannot use the second-bin cut-sheet feeder without the high-capacity cut-sheet feeder, although the illustrations here show only the secondbin feeder. 1.
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 OPTIONS.FM Pass 1 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ 2. Load a fanned stack of paper (up to 50 sheets), aligning the right edge of the paper with the right paper guide. Be sure to load the paper with the printable side up. Adjust the left paper guide and center support to fit the paper, and then push back the paper set levers to lock the paper in place. 3. Before printing, make sure single sheet feeding is selected.
R R4C4590 Rev. D Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ A5 size 3/30/01 OPTIONS.FM Pass 1 Switching between the tractor and the cut-sheet feeder You can easily switch between continuous paper loaded from the tractor and single sheets loaded from the cut-sheet feeder without removing your continuous paper. Switching to continuous paper Follow the steps below to switch to continuous paper loaded from the tractor. 1.
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 OPTIONS.FM Pass 1 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ 4. Select single-sheet feeding, as described in Chapter 2, “Selecting a Paper Source.” 5. Pull out the paper guide extension, and pull out the extension flap if you are printing on long paper.
R R4C4590 Rev. D Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ A5 size 3/30/01 OPTIONS.FM Pass 1 4. Slide the edge guide until it is aligned with the guide mark on the paper guide. 5. Insert a sheet of paper along the edge guide until it meets resistance. Be sure to load your paper printable side up. After a few seconds, the printer automatically advances the paper to the loading position. The printer is ready to accept data from your computer and print.
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 OPTIONS.FM Pass 1 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ 2. Facing the back of the printer, slide both sprocket units all the way to the right, and slide the edge guide all the way to the right. 3. Position the roll paper holder beneath the printer as shown below. Fit the two holes in the roll paper holder base under the two positioning pegs on the bottom of the printer.
R R4C4590 Rev. D Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ A5 size 3/30/01 OPTIONS.FM Pass 1 Loading a roll of paper To load a roll of paper on the roll paper holder, follow these steps: 1. Cut the leading edge of the roll paper straight across. Slide the roll paper holder shaft through the center of the paper roll. 2. Set the shaft and paper roll onto the roll paper holder.
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 OPTIONS.FM Pass 1 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ 3. Turn on the printer and make sure that the single-sheet feeding is selected as described in Chapter 2, “Selecting a Paper Source.” 4. Bring the leading edge of the paper up over the paper path guide and insert it into the printer until you feel resistance. The printer loads the roll paper automatically. Removing roll paper Roll paper cannot be fed backward.
R R4C4590 Rev. D Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ A5 size 3/30/01 OPTIONS.FM Pass 1 Optional interface cards You can install an optional interface card to supplement your printer’s built-in parallel interface and provide added network compatibility. The EPSON interface cards in the table below are compatible with your printer. (Not all the interfaces in the table are available worldwide.
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 OPTIONS.FM Pass 1 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ Installing an interface card Follow the steps below to install an optional interface card. 1. Make sure the printer is turned off. Unplug the printer’s power cord and disconnect the interface cable. 2. Remove the screws securing the shield plate to the back of the printer and remove the plate. 3.
Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ R R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 OPTIONS.FM Pass 1 Note: ❏ Insert the card bottom face up. The bottom face is the face usually covered with metal plate. ❏ Store the detached shield plate in a safe place; you will need to reattach it if you remove the interface card. To remove the interface card, reverse the steps above.
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Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ R R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 CLEANING.FM Pass 1 Appendix B Cleaning and Transporting the Printer Cleaning the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-2 Transporting the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 CLEANING.FM Pass 1 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ Cleaning the Printer To keep your printer operating at its best, you should clean it thoroughly several times a year. To clean your printer, follow these steps: 1. Remove any paper loaded in the printer. Make sure the printer is turned off. 2. Remove the paper guide. If an optional cut-sheet feeder is installed, remove it. 3.
R R4C4590 Rev. D Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ A5 size 3/30/01 CLEANING.FM Pass 1 Transporting the Printer If you need to transport your printer some distance, carefully repack it using the original box and packing materials, as described below. w Warning: You need to move the print head by hand to remove the ribbon cartridge. If you have just used the printer, the print head may be hot; let it cool for a few minutes before touching it. 1.
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Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ R R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 SPEC.FM Pass 1 Appendix C Specifications Printer Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-2 Mechanical. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-2 Electronic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-4 Electrical. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Paper capacity: R R4C4590 Rev. D Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ A5 size 3/30/01 SPEC.FM Pass 1 High-capacity cut-sheet feeder up to 150 sheets of 82 g/m² (22 lb) paper up to 25 plain or bond envelopes up to 30 airmail envelopes up to 50 postcards Note: The total thickness of the paper stack can be up to 15 mm (0.59 inch).
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Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ Character tables: R R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 SPEC.
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ SPEC.FM Pass 1 Electrical Input voltage range 120 V Model 220 to 240 V Model 99 to 132 V 198 to 264 V Rated frequency range 50 to 60 Hz Input frequency range 49.5 to 60.5 Hz Rated current 1.0 A (maximum 2.5 A depending on the character type) 0.5 A (maximum 1.4 A depending on the character type) Power consumption Approx.
Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ R R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 SPEC.FM Pass 1 Ordinary single sheets: front and cut-sheet feeder entry Width Front: 90 to 304.8 mm (3.5 to 12 inches) Cut-sheet feeders: 100 to 297 mm (3.9 to 11.6 inches) Length Front: 70 to 420 mm (2.8 to 16.5 inches) High-capacity cut-sheet feeder: 70 to 420 mm (2.8 to 16.5 inches) Second-bin cut-sheet feeder: 210 to 420 mm (8.2 to 16.5 inches) Thickness Front: 0.065 to 0.
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 SPEC.FM Pass 1 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ Thickness 0.12 to 0.46 mm (0.0047 to 0.018 inch) Weight 40 to 58 g/m² (10 to 15 lb) Binding Front: Line glue at the top or a side of form High-capacity cut-sheet feeder: Line glue at the top of form Envelopes: front and high-capacity cut-sheet feeder entry Size No. 6: 165 × 92 mm (6.5 × 3.6 inches) No. 10: 241 × 105 mm (9.5 × 4.1 inches) Thickness 0.16 to 0.
Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ R R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 SPEC.FM Pass 1 Continuous paper (standard and multipart): rear entry Width 101.6 to 304.8 mm (4 to 12 inches) Length (one page) 76.2 to 558.8 mm (3 to 22 inches) Copies 1 original + up to 5 copies Thickness Printable area 0.065 to 0.46 mm (0.0025 to 0.018 inch) Gathering area up to 0.9 mm (0.
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 SPEC.FM Pass 1 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ Continuous paper with overlapping multipart forms (LQ-680Pro only): rear entry Width and length of the Same as standard continuous paper backing sheet Copies 1 original + up to 5 copies Thickness Printable area 0.065 to 0.46 mm (0.0025 to 0.018 inch) overlapping areaup to 0.70 mm (0.028 inch) other measurements See below Labels: rear entry Label size 23.8 × 63.
R R4C4590 Rev. D Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ A5 size 3/30/01 SPEC.FM Pass 1 Printable area Single sheets, envelopes, postcards, and roll paper: A B A B printable area printable area C B C A The minimum top margin is 0 mm (0 inch). For envelopes and postcards loaded from cut-sheet feeder, it is 4.2 mm (0.17 inch). B The minimum left and right margins are 3.0 mm (0.12 inch) each. The maximum printable width is 269.2 mm (10.6 inches).
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ SPEC.FM Pass 1 Continuous paper (standard and multipart): A A Printable area B C-12 B A The minimum top and bottom margins above and below the perforation are 4.2 mm (0.17 inch) each. B The minimum left and right margins are 13 mm (0.51 inch) each. The maximum printable width is 269.2 mm (10.6 inches). For continuous paper wider than 295.2 mm (11.
R R4C4590 Rev. D Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ A5 size 3/30/01 SPEC.FM Pass 1 Continuous paper with overlapping multipart forms: A B B Printable area C A A The minimum top margin from the perforation down to the printable area is 21.2 mm (0.83 inch). B The minimum left and right margins are 19 mm (0.75 inch) each. The maximum printable width is 266.8 mm (10.5 inches).
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 SPEC.FM Pass 1 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ Safety approvals 120 V model: Safety standards UL1950 CSA C22.2 No. 950 EMI FCC part 15 subpart B class B CSA C108.8 class B 230 V model: Safety standards EN 60950 EMI EN 55022 (CISPR pub.
Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ R R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 SPEC.FM Pass 1 Command Lists Your printer supports the following EPSON ESC/P2 control codes and IBM 2390 Plus emulation control codes: EPSON ESC/P2 control codes Selecting an EPSON ESC/P2 printer in your software allows you to use advanced fonts and graphics.
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 SPEC.FM Pass 1 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ IBM 2390 Plus emulation control codes This printer emulates the IBM Proprinter using the commands below. For detailed information, see the IBM 2390 Plus reference manual.
Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ R R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 CUSTOMER.FM Pass 1 Appendix D Customer Support Information Contacting Customer Support. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-2 For Users in North America. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-3 For Users in the United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 CUSTOMER.FM Pass 1 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ Contacting Customer Support If your EPSON product is not operating properly and you cannot solve the problem using the troubleshooting information in your product documentation, contact customer support services for assistance. If customer support for your area is not listed below, contact the dealer where you purchased your product.
R R4C4590 Rev. D Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ A5 size 3/30/01 CUSTOMER.FM Pass 1 For Users in North America If you purchased your printer in the United States or Canada, EPSON provides technical assistance 24 hours a day through the electronic support services and automated telephone services listed in the following table: Service Access World Wide Web From the Internet, you can reach EPSON Support at http://support.epson.com.
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 CUSTOMER.FM Pass 1 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ ❏ Computer configuration ❏ Description of the problem Note: For help using any other software on your system, see the documentation for that software for technical support information. You can purchase ink cartridges, ribbon cartridges, paper, manuals, and accessories from EPSON at (800) 873-7766 or visit our web site at www.epsonsupplies.com (U.S. sales only).
Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ R R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 CUSTOMER.FM Pass 1 Support Via Telephone Our Customer and Warranty Support teams can be contacted by calling 0870 163 7766 in the UK or 0044 0870 163 7766 from the Republic of Ireland.
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 CUSTOMER.FM Pass 1 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ For Users in Australia EPSON Australia wishes to provide you with a high level of customer service. In addition to your product documentation, we provide the following sources for obtaining information: Your Dealer Don’t forget that your dealer can often help identify and resolve problems.
R R4C4590 Rev. D Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ A5 size 3/30/01 CUSTOMER.FM Pass 1 The Helpdesk numbers are: Phone: 1300 361 054 Fax: (02) 9903 9189 We encourage you to have all the relevant information on hand when you ring. The more information you prepare, the faster we can help solve the problem.
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 CUSTOMER.FM Pass 1 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ For Users in Malaysia Contacts for information, support, and services are: World Wide Web (www.epson.com.my) Information on product specifications, drivers for download, Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ), and Email Enquiries are available.
R R4C4590 Rev. D Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ A5 size 3/30/01 CUSTOMER.FM Pass 1 For Users in Hong Kong To obtain technical support as well as other after-sales services, users are welcome to contact EPSON Hong Kong Limited.
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Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ R R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 GLOSS.FM Pass 0 Glossary auto line feed When this option is turned on in the default-setting mode or the EPSON Remote! utility, each carriage return (CR) code is automatically followed by a line feed (LF) code. bidirectional printing Printing in which the print head prints in both directions (bidirectionally), from left to right and then right to left.
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 GLOSS.FM Pass 0 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ draft The print mode used by your printer when you select Draft as the font. The Draft font uses fewer dots per character for faster printing. See also letter quality. driver See printer driver. ESC/P Abbreviation for EPSON Standard Code for Printers, the system of commands your computer uses to control your printer.
Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ R R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 GLOSS.FM Pass 0 line feed (LF) A control panel button and control code that advances the paper one line space. micro adjust A printer feature that allows you to precisely adjust the tear-off and top-of-form positions. pitch The horizontal size of the font, which is measured in the number of character per inch (cpi). The standard is 10 cpi. See also characters per inch (cpi).
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Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ R R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 USERS.IX Pass 0 Index Numerics C 0 slash, 4-6 Cards.
L R4C4590 Rev. D A5 size 3/30/01 Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ USERS.IX Pass 0 Error indication, 5-2 to 5-3 ESC/P 2, C-15 F Font (default setting), 4-8 Font.
installing for DOS, 1-16 for Windows 2000 or NT 4.0, 1-13 to 1-14 for Windows 3.1, 1-14 to 1-15 for Windows 98 or 95, 113 to 1-14 for Windows NT 3.5x, 114 to 1-15 settings, 3-17 to 3-18 Printer software, installing, 1-12 to 116 R R4C4590 Rev. D Proof Sign-off: Takahashi, Kono _______ Takahashi _______ Hoadley, Courtier _______ A5 size 3/30/01 USERS.
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