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  • Page 1 User’s Guide NPD5749-01 EN...

  • Page 2: Copyrights And Trademarks

    Epson Corporation’s operating and maintenance instructions. Seiko Epson Corporation shall not be liable for any damages or problems arising from the use of any options or any consumable products other than those designated as Original Epson Products or Epson Approved Products by Seiko Epson Corporation.

  • Page 3: Operating System Versions

    FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide Operating System Versions In this manual, terms such as "Windows 10", "Windows 8.1", "Windows 8", "Windows 7", "Windows Vista", "Windows XP", "Windows Server 2012", "Windows Server 2008 R2", "Windows Server 2008", "Windows Server 2003 R2" refer to the following operating system.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide Contents Where to Find Information Where to Find Information ............. . . 9 Safety Instructions Safety Instructions.
  • Page 5 Uninstalling the Printer Software............85 Uninstalling the printer driver and EPSON Status Monitor 3......86 Chapter 3 Control Panel Buttons and Lights.
  • Page 6 Before Contacting Epson........
  • Page 7 Genuine Epson ribbon cartridge........
  • Page 8 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide Index Contents...

  • Page 9: Where To Find Information

    FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide Where to Find Information Where to Find Information The following manuals are supplied with your Epson printer. Start Here (paper manual) Provides information on setting up the printer and installing the software. User's Guide (this manual) Provides overall information and instructions on using the printer.

  • Page 10: Safety Instructions

    FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide Safety Instructions Safety Instructions Warnings, Cautions, and Notes Warnings must be followed carefully 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.
  • Page 11 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide ❏ Do not place this product on a soft, unstable surface like a bed or a sofa, or a small, enclosed area, as this restricts ventilation. ❏ Do not block or cover the slots and openings in the printer’s cabinet, and do not insert objects through the slots.
  • Page 12 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide ❏ Avoid electrical outlets controlled by wall switches or automatic timers. An interruption in 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.

  • Page 13: For Users In Russia, Belarus, And Kazakhstan

    The model complies with the Technical regulation of Customs Union "About the safety of low voltage equipment" (TP TC 004/2011); with the Technical regulation of Customs Union "On Electromagnetic Compatibility of Technical Devices" (TP TC 020/2011) Manufacturer: SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION Address: 3-5, Owa 3-chome, Suwa-shi, Nagano-ken 392-8502 Japan Telephone: 81-266-52-3131 Safety Instructions...

  • Page 14: For United Kingdom Users

    For United Kingdom users Use of options Epson (UK) Limited shall not be liable against any damages or problems arising from the use of any options or consumable products other than those designated as Original Epson Products or Epson Approved Products by Epson (UK) Limited.

  • Page 15: For Singapore Users

    Maschinenlärminformations-Verordnung 3. GPSGV: Der höchste Schalldruckpegel beträgt 70 dB(A) oder weniger gemäss EN ISO 7779. Das Gerät ist nicht für die Benutzung am Bildschirmarbeitsplatz gemäß BildscharbV vorgesehen. Importeur EPSON EUROPE. B.V. AMSTERDAM. THE NETHERLANDS For Turkish users For Ukraine users...

  • Page 16: Chapter 1 Paper Handling

    FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide Chapter 1 Paper Handling Selecting a Paper Source Your printer provides a variety of paper sources for printing on single sheets and continuous paper. Paper can be fed into the printer from the front, bottom, or rear. Select the paper source that best suits your current printing needs.
  • Page 17 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide Tractor position Description Load paper from the front slot. If you print on thick paper such as multipart forms, use the front paper slot because this paper path is almost straight. This reduces the chances of paper jams.

  • Page 18: Printing On Single Sheets (Cut-Sheet)

    FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide Paper slot Description If you print on thick paper such as multipart forms or continuous paper with labels, use the front paper slot because this paper path is nearly straight. This reduces the chances of paper jams.

  • Page 19: Setting The Paper Release Lever

    FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide Setting the Paper Release Lever When you load continuous paper in the printer, you need to set the paper release lever to indicate the paper source you want to use, as described in the table below. The table below describes each paper release lever position.
  • Page 20 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide 1. Turn off the printer and open the printer cover. The paper-thickness lever is located on the left side of the printer. The numbers next to the lever indicate the thickness setting. 2. Use the table below to select the appropriate paper thickness.

  • Page 21: Loading Continuous Paper

    FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide Loading Continuous Paper Follow the instructions in this section to load continuous paper in the printer. Positioning your continuous paper supply When you load continuous paper, make sure you align your paper supply with the tractor so the paper feeds smoothly into the printer, as shown below.
  • Page 22 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide Installing the tractor in the rear push position Before installing the tractor in the rear push position, remove it from its current position. If the tractor is in the front push position, remove it by pressing the tractor’s lock tabs while lifting it out. If the tractor is in the pull position, remove it as described in “Removing the tractor from the rear push...
  • Page 23 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide 2. Make sure the tractor is installed in the rear push position and the sheet guide is removed from the printer. 3. Set the paper release lever to the rear push tractor position. 4. Release the left and right sprockets by pulling the blue sprocket lock levers forward.
  • Page 24 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide 5. Slide the right sprocket (illustration shown below) approximately 12 mm (0.5 inch) from the far position and push the blue lever back to lock in place. Then slide the another sprocket to match the width of your paper, but do not lock it.
  • Page 25 Note: For your safety, Epson recommends operating the printer with the printer cover closed. The printer will function with the printer cover opened or removed, but maximum safety and print speed are achieved when the cover is closed.
  • Page 26 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide 3. Press the tractor’s lock tabs, tilt the tractor up, and lift it out of the printer. Using the tractor in the front push position Installing the tractor in the front push position Before installing the tractor in the front push position, remove it from its current position. If the tractor is in the rear push position, remove the sheet guide and then press the tractor’s lock tabs while...
  • Page 27 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide Loading paper with the front push tractor When using the push tractor, it is a good idea to set the Auto tear-off function in the Default Setting mode to On. See “About Your Printer’s Default Settings” on page 92 for more information.
  • Page 28 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide 4. Set the paper release lever to the front push tractor position. Also set the paper-thickness lever (located under the printer cover) to the proper position for your paper’s thickness. See “Adjusting the Paper Thickness Lever” on page 19 for instructions.
  • Page 29 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide 7. Insert the paper into the bottom slot as shown in the illustration below. 8. Make sure your paper has a clean, straight edge. Then open both sprocket covers and fit the first four holes of the paper, with printable side up, over the tractor pins. Then close the sprocket covers.
  • Page 30 User’s Guide Note: For your safety, Epson recommends operating the printer with the printer cover closed. The printer will function with the printer cover opened or removed, but maximum safety and print speed are achieved when the cover is closed.
  • Page 31 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide 4. Close the front cover. Using the tractor in the pull position Using the tractor in the pull position is ideal for printing on thick and heavy continuous paper, such as multipart forms or continuous paper with labels. However, you cannot use the tear-off function with the pull tractor.
  • Page 32 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide 1. Make sure the printer is turned off. Then open the paper guide cover by pulling its back edge forward. 2. Lift the printer cover and pull it straight up. 3. Press the tabs on each side of the paper tension unit upward and pull it towards you. Store the paper tension unit in a safe place.
  • Page 33 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide 4. Attach the sheet guide if necessary then lay it flat on the printer. Then slide the edge guides to the middle of the sheet guide. 5. Lower the tractor into the printer’s mounting slots and press down both ends of the tractor to make sure it is firmly seated.
  • Page 34 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide 1. Before loading a paper, make sure the following: - the printer is turned off - the printer cover is removed - the tractor is installed in the pull position - the sheet guide is lying flat on the printer 2.
  • Page 35 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide 4. Slide the left sprocket approximately 12 mm (0.5 inch) from the far left position and push the lever back to lock it in place. Then slide the right sprocket to match the width of your paper, but do not lock it.
  • Page 36 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide Front slot: Load paper with the printable side facing up. Bottom slot: Load paper in the bottom slot with the printable side facing up. 7. Fit four holes of the paper over the tractor pins on both sprockets. Then close the sprocket covers.
  • Page 37 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide 9. Slide the edge guides on the sheet guide to the center. 10. Close the front cover as shown below. Note: When using the bottom slot, you do not need to open the front cover. 11. Turn on the printer.
  • Page 38 User’s Guide Note: For your safety, Epson recommends operating the printer with the printer cover closed. The printer will function with the printer cover opened or removed, but maximum safety and print speed are achieved when the cover is closed.
  • Page 39 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide 1. Remove any paper loaded on the pull tractor as described in “Removing paper from the pull tractor” on page 38. 2. Make sure the printer is turned off. Then open the paper guide cover by pulling its back edge toward you.
  • Page 40 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide Using two tractors in a push/pull combination Using two tractors at the same time is recommended for printing on continuous pre-printed forms, multipart forms, and labels, and for printing high quality graphics. To reduce paper jams and improve continuous paper feeding, you can install the optional pull tractor unit.
  • Page 41 10. Attach the printer cover. Make sure the sheet guide is installed and lying flat on the printer. Note: For your safety, Epson recommends operating the printer with the printer cover closed. The printer will function with the printer cover opened or removed, but maximum safety and print speed are achieved when the cover is closed.

  • Page 42: Using The Tear-Off Function

    FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide Using the tear-off function If the push tractor is installed, you can use the tear-off function to advance your continuous paper to the printer’s tear-off edge when you finish printing. You can then easily tear off the printed document.
  • Page 43 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide Caution: Never use the knob to adjust the tear-off position; this may damage the printer or cause it to lose the top-of-form position. Note: If your paper’s perforation is not properly aligned with the tear-off edge, you can adjust the tear-off position using the Micro Adjust function as described in “Adjusting the tear-off position”...

  • Page 44: Loading Single Sheets

    FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide Loading Single Sheets You can load ordinary single sheets and envelopes one at a time from the rear and front bypass tray of the printer, using the sheet guide. You can also load single-sheet paper using an optional cut-sheet feeder and sheet guide. See “Front sheet guide”...

  • Page 45: Using The Sheet Guide

    You can use the supplied sheet guide to load one single sheet, multipart forms, or envelopes at a time from the rear of the printer. Your single-sheet paper can be up to 257 mm (10.1 inches) wide on the FX-890II/FX-890IIN and 420 mm (16.5 inches) wide on the FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN. See “Printer Specifications” on page 141 for more details.
  • Page 46 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide Loading paper in the front sheet guide You can load single sheets or multipart forms one at a time in the front sheet guide. Follow these steps: Caution: Do not load labels or envelopes in the front sheet guide.
  • Page 47 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide Note: You can slide the left edge guide to the left in 1/10-inch increments to increase the left margin on your printout. 5. Slide the paper printable side up between the edge guides until it meets resistance. The printer loads the paper automatically.
  • Page 48 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide 1. Set the paper-thickness lever (located under the printer cover) to 0 if you are using ordinary single-sheet paper. Also move the paper release lever to the single-sheet position. 2. Turn on the printer, if necessary. 3. Slide the left edge guide until it locks in place next to the triangle mark on the sheet guide. Then, adjust the right edge guide to match the width of your paper.

  • Page 49: Loading Special Paper

    The printer feeds the paper automatically and is ready to print. Note: For your safety, Epson recommends operating the printer with the printer cover closed. The printer will function with the printer cover opened or removed, but maximum safety and print speed are achieved when the cover is closed.

  • Page 50: Labels

    FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide Continuous multipart forms Except for setting the paper-thickness lever, you load continuous multipart forms the same way as ordinary continuous paper. See “Loading Continuous Paper” on page 21 for more information. Note: ❏ Be sure your multipart forms do not exceed 0.49 mm (0.019 inch) in thickness.
  • Page 51 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide Caution: ❏ Never feed labels backward using the Load/Eject or Tear Off/Bin button. When fed backward, labels can easily peel off the backing sheet and cause a paper jam. ❏ Use them only under normal operating conditions described below: Temperature: 15 to 25 ˚C (59 to 77 ˚F)

  • Page 52: Envelopes

    FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide Envelopes You can feed envelopes one at a time using the sheet guide, or you can load multiple envelopes using the optional high-capacity cut-sheet feeder (bin 1 of the double-bin cut-sheet feeder). Note: Envelopes can be loaded only in the rear paper slot.

  • Page 53: Switching Between Continuous Paper And Single Sheets

    FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide Note: The cards can be loaded only in the front or rear paper slot. Before loading cards, set the paper-thickness lever to position 2 and set the paper release lever to the single-sheet position. To load a single card, follow the instructions in “Loading paper in the rear sheet guide” on page 47.

  • Page 54: Switching To Continuous Paper

    FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide Note: ❏ If continuous labels are loaded in the printer, remove them before switching to single-sheet printing. See “Tear off and eject labels” on page 51 for more information. ❏ If the tractor is in the pull position, remove any continuous paper from it before switching to single-sheet printing.

  • Page 55: Using The Micro Adjust Function

    FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide 2. Make sure that the tractor is installed in the front or rear push position and that continuous paper is loaded on it as described in “Loading continuous paper with the tractor” on page 21. 3. Set the paper release lever to the front or rear push position, depending on the tractor position you are using.

  • Page 56: Adjusting The Top-Of-Form Position

    FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide 2. Hold down the Pause button for about three seconds. The Pause light begins flashing and the printer enters the Micro Adjust mode. 3. Open the paper guide cover, then press the LF/FF button to feed paper forward, or press the Load/Eject button to feed paper backward, until the paper perforation is aligned with the tear-off edge of the paper tension unit.
  • Page 57 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide Caution: Never use the knob to adjust the top-of-form position; this may damage the printer or cause it to lose the top-of-form position. Note: ❏ This mode can be used even when the printer cover is opened.
  • Page 58 5. After you set the top-of-form position, press the Pause button to save the adjusted setting. Note: For your safety, Epson recommends operating the printer with the printer cover closed. The printer will function with the printer cover opened or removed, but maximum safety and print speed are achieved when the cover is closed.

  • Page 59: Chapter 2 Printer Software

    Windows software applications can take full advantage of the printer’s capabilities. EPSON Status Monitor 3 program allows you to monitor the status of your printer, alerts you when errors occur, and provides you with troubleshooting tips. See “Installing EPSON Status Monitor 3” on page 72 for instructions.

  • Page 60: Accessing The Printer Driver From Windows Applications

    See “Changing the printer driver settings” on page 65 to check and change printer driver settings. Note: ❏ The examples in the following section are from the FX-890II. If you have the FX-890IIN, FX-2190II, and FX-2190IIN, substitute the model that has been used. The instructions are the same all models.
  • Page 61 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide 2. Click Preferences. The Printing Preferences window appears, and you see the Layout, Paper/ Quality, User Defined Paper, and Extension Settings menus. These menus contain the printer driver settings. Printer Software...

  • Page 62: Accessing The Printer Driver From The Start Menu

    FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide 3. To view a menu, click the corresponding tab at the top of the window. See “Changing the printer driver settings” on page 65 to change the settings. Accessing the printer driver from the Start menu Follow these steps to access the printer driver from the Start menu: Note: The screen shots used in this procedure are from the Windows 10 operating system.
  • Page 63 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide For Windows 8, 8.1/Server 2012: Click Desktop on the Start screen, move the cursor to the top-right corner of the screen, click Settings, and then click Control Panel. Next, click View devices and printers from the Hardware and Sound category.
  • Page 64 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide 2. Right-click your printer icon, and click Printing preferences. The screen displays the Layout, Paper/Quality, User Defined Paper and Extension Settings menus. These menus display the printer driver settings. Printer Software...

  • Page 65: Changing The Printer Driver Settings

    FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide When you click Printer properties in the menu displayed by right-clicking the printer icon, the Properties window appears, which includes menus used to make the printer driver settings. 3. To view a menu, click the corresponding tab at the top of the window. See “Printer Driver Settings Overview”...

  • Page 66: Printer Driver Settings Overview

    FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide Click the Help button on the Printer Driver screen. When you finish making your printer driver settings, click OK to apply the settings, or click Cancel to cancel your changes. Once you have checked your printer driver settings and changed them if necessary, you are ready to print.

  • Page 67: Printer Settings

    FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide Printer settings Settings Explanations Paper Size Select the size of the paper you want to use. If you do not see your paper size, use the scroll bar to scroll through the list. Orientation Select Portrait or Landscape.
  • Page 68 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide Settings Explanations Print Speed This setting allows you to select print speed. Select Printer Setting when you want to print using the settings stored in the printer. When Standard is selected, prints in standard printing mode. When High Speed is selected, prints in high-speed printing mode.

  • Page 69: Monitoring Settings

    EPSON Status Monitor 3 is installed when the printer is connected directly and the printer driver is installed. When sharing the printer, be sure to set EPSON Status Monitor 3 so that the shared printer can be monitored on the printer server and clients. See “Setting up EPSON Status Monitor 3” on page 70 and “Setting Up Your Printer on a Network”...

  • Page 70: Setting Up Epson Status Monitor 3

    Remote Desktop function, communication error may occur. ❏ If EPSON Status Monitor 3 is installed with the Windows Firewall feature turned on (recommended), the shared printer may not be able to be monitored. This problem can be resolved by adding ENAGENT.EXE to Exceptions of the firewall function.
  • Page 71 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide 3. Click the Monitoring Preferences button. The Monitoring Preferences dialog box appears. 4. 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.

  • Page 72: Accessing Epson Status Monitor 3

    Utility menu and follow the instructions. ❏ Open the Utility menu, then click the EPSON Status Monitor 3 icon. To find out how to open the Utility menu, See “Using the Printer Driver” on page 59.

  • Page 73: Using Bi-D Adjustment

    FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide You can also run the executable file that locates in the following. Client’s OS Folder Name Windows XP/Vista/7/8/8.1/10 (x64) \Apps\StatusMonitor\STM3x64 Windows XP/Vista/7/8/8.1/10 (x86) \Apps\StatusMonitor\STM3 Using Bi-D Adjustment This utility tool allows you to make adjustment when you find a misalignment in vertical line.

  • Page 74: Using Printer Setting

    FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide FX-890II/FX-890IIN: A4 or 8 inches continuous paper FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN: A3 Rotated or 13.6 inches continuous paper Note: The image on the right above is an example of good and bad patterns in the print results. 4. Look at the adjustment patterns and find the vertical line that is aligned the best. Then, select the corresponding line number in the Bi-D Adjustment window.

  • Page 75: Changing Printer Setting

    FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide Caution: ❏ Do not turn off Packet mode setting. ❏ Network connection and serial connection are not supported. ❏ Make sure that the printer status is ready before getting setting from the printer or updating the printer settings.

  • Page 76: Setting Up Your Printer On A Network

    ❏ See “Setting for the clients” on page 80. Note: ❏ When sharing the printer, be sure to set EPSON Status Monitor 3 so that the shared printer can be monitored on the printer server and clients. See “Setting up EPSON Status Monitor 3” on page 70.
  • Page 77 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide For Windows 8, 8.1: Click Desktop on the Start screen, move the cursor to the top-right corner of the screen. Click Settings, and then click Control Panel. Next, click View devices and printers from the Hardware and Sound category.
  • Page 78 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide Select Share this printer, then type the name in the Share name box and click OK. Note: ❏ Do not use spaces or hyphens for the share name, or an error may occur. ❏ In Windows 8, 8.1, 7, or Vista, you cannot select Share this printer until you click the Change sharing options button.
  • Page 79 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide 4. Select File and Printer Sharing, and then click OK. Windows 8, 8.1 1. Click Desktop on the Start screen, move the cursor to the top-right corner of the screen, click Settings, and then click Control Panel. Next, click System and Security, and then click Windows Firewall.

  • Page 80: Setting For The Clients

    Printers folder. You can also access the shared printer from Network Neighborhood or My Network on the Windows desktop. ❏ When you want to use the EPSON Status Monitor 3 at clients, you have to install both of the printer driver and the EPSON Status Monitor 3 in each client.
  • Page 81 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide 2. Right-click the icon for the printer you wish to change the settings for, and then click Printer properties. Printer Software...
  • Page 82 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide 3. Click the Ports tab and then click Add Port. 4. When the Printer Ports window appears, select Local Port, and then click New Port. Printer Software...
  • Page 83 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide 5. Enter the following information for the port name and then click OK. \\Name of computer connected to the target printer\name of shared printer 6. After returning to the Printer Ports window, click Cancel. 7. Check that the name you entered for the port has been added and selected, and then click Close.
  • Page 84 72 for instructions. ❏ If you want to use EPSON Status Monitor 3 for the shared printer, reinstall the printer driver as instructed in “Setting for the clients” on page 80 after installing the printer driver and EPSON Status Monitor 3 from the CD-ROM.

  • Page 85: Cancelling Printing

    FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide Cancelling Printing If the printouts are not what you expected and display incorrect or garbled characters or images, you may need to cancel printing. When the printer icon is displayed on the taskbar, follow the instructions below to cancel printing.

  • Page 86: Uninstalling The Printer Driver And Epson Status Monitor 3

    User’s Guide Note: When uninstalling EPSON Status Monitor 3 from a multi-user Windows XP environment, remove the shortcut icon from all clients before uninstalling. You can remove the icon by clearing the Shortcut Icon check box in the Monitoring Preferences dialog box.
  • Page 87 5. Click the Printer Model tab, select the icon of the printer you want to uninstall, then click OK. Note: Make sure that nothing is selected in the Printer Model tab. Open Utility tab and select EPSON Status Monitor 3 (for EPSON XXXXXX ESC/P) and click OK. You can uninstall only the EPSON Status Monitor 3.

  • Page 88: Chapter 3 Control Panel

    FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide Chapter 3 Control Panel Buttons and Lights 1. Font (Item D ) button ❏ Selects one of the fonts. To select a font, see “Selecting a Font and Pitch” on page 90. ❏ When the printer enters the Default Setting mode, the button works as an ItemD button. You can press the ItemD button to select the next menu.
  • Page 89 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide ❏ When the printer is in the Default Setting mode, the Menu lights (both the Tear Off/Bin lights) stay on. 5. Tear Off/Bin (Set) button ❏ Feeds continuous paper forward to the tear-off position. ❏ Feeds continuous paper backward from the tear-off position to the top-of-form position.

  • Page 90: Selecting A Font And Pitch

    FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide 10. Pause button ❏ Stops printing temporarily, and resumes printing when pressed again. ❏ Press and hold for three seconds to enter Micro Adjust mode. Press again to exit Micro Adjust mode. 11. Paper Out light ❏ On when no paper is loaded in the selected paper source or paper is not loaded correctly.
  • Page 91 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide Font Pitch 10, 12 10, 12, 15, 17, 20 Draft 10, 12, 15, 17, 20, PS Roman 10, 12, 15, 17, 20, PS Sans Serif 10, 12, 15, 17, 20, PS 1. Make sure that the printer is not printing. If it is, press the Pause button to stop printing.

  • Page 92: About Your Printer's Default Settings

    FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide 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.

  • Page 93: Push Tractor

    FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide Item Setting / value * Character table Standard model: italic, PC 437, PC 850, PC 860, PC 863, PC 865, PC 861, BRASCII, Abicomp, Roman 8, ISO Latin 1, PC858, ISO8859-15 All other models: Italic, PC 437, PC 850, PC 437 Greek, PC 853, PC855, PC 852, PC 857, PC 866, PC 869, MOZOWIA, Code MJK, ISO 8859-7, ISO Latin 1T, Bulgaria, PC 774, Estonia, ISO 8859-2, PC 866 LAT., PC 866 UKR,...
  • Page 94 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide Page length for rear tractor This setting allows you to set the page length (in inches) for the continuous paper loaded on the rear push tractor. Skip over perforation This feature is available only when continuous paper is selected as the paper source. When you turn on this feature, the printer provides a one-inch (25.4 mm) margin between the last line printed on one...
  • Page 95 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide Software When you select ESC/P the printer operates in the Epson ESC/P mode. When you select IBMPPDS, ® the printer emulates an IBM printer. 0 slash The zero character has a slash ( ) when this feature is turned on. It has no slash (0) when this feature is turned off.
  • Page 96 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide Character table You can select among various character table. Make sure that you select same character table as the printer driver if necessary. When using the printer driver, change the settings on the printer driver. For details, see “Printer Driver Settings Overview”...

  • Page 97: Changing Default Settings

    ❏ If you use single sheets, you need to load a new sheet of paper each time the printer ejects a printed sheet from the sheet guide. ❏ For your safety, Epson recommends operating the printer with the printer cover closed. The printer will function with the printer cover opened or removed, but maximum safety and print speed are achieved when the cover is closed.

  • Page 98: Lock-Out Mode

    FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide Note: You cannot change the language by the ItemU (Pitch) button. 4. Press the Set (Tear Off/Bin) button to select the desired language. The printer prints a message asking if you wish to print all of the current settings.

  • Page 99: Changing The Lock-Out Mode Setting

    21 and “Loading Single Sheets” on page 44 for instructions on loading continuous paper and single sheets. ❏ For your safety, Epson recommends operating the printer with the printer cover closed. The printer will function with the printer cover opened or removed, but for maximum safety keep the cover closed.
  • Page 100 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide 1. Make sure the printer is turned off. Caution: Whenever you turn off the printer, wait at least five seconds before turning it back on; otherwise, you may damage the printer. 2. Turn on the printer while holding down both the LF/FF and Pause buttons.

  • Page 101: Chapter 4 Troubleshooting

    FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide Chapter 4 Troubleshooting 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.

  • Page 102: Problems And Solutions

    FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide Panel light state Beep pattern Problem Solution – The print head is overheated. F Pause Wait for a few minutes; the printer resumes printing automatically once the print head cools. An unknown printer error has occurred. F All the lights on the control panel Turn off the printer and leave it off for several minutes;...

  • Page 103: Power Supply Problems

    FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide Power supply problems The lights on the control panel do not go on. Cause What to do The power cord may be unplugged. Check that the power cord is properly plugged into the electrical outlet. The outlet may not be operating.
  • Page 104 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide Cause What to do The interface cable is broken or twisted. Check that the interface cable is not broken or twisted. If you have another interface cable, replace the cable and check whether the printer works correctly.
  • Page 105 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide The ribbon has too much slack, the ribbon has Remove any slack in the ribbon by turning the ribbon-tightening come loose, or the ribbon cartridge is not installed knob, or reinstall the ribbon cartridge as described in “Replacing properly.
  • Page 106 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide All the text is printed on the same line. Cause What to do No line feed command is sent at the end of each Turn on the auto line feed setting using the printer’s line of text.

  • Page 107: Printing Position Problems

    FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide Printing position problems Your printing appears too high or low on the page. Cause What to do The paper size setting in your application software Check the paper size setting in your application or printer driver. or printer driver does not match the size of the paper you are using.

  • Page 108: Paper Handling

    FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide The printer’s page length setting for the front or Change the page length settings for the front or rear tractor using rear tractor does not match the size of the paper the printer’s default-setting. See “Changing default settings” on you are using.

  • Page 109: Continuous Paper Does Not Feed Properly

    FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide Too many sheets are loaded in the cut-sheet Load less than 150 sheets of paper. See “Cut-Sheet Feeder” on feeder. You cannot load more than 150 sheets of page 123 for more information. paper in the high-capacity cut-sheet feeder.

  • Page 110: Network Problems

    FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide You may be trying to feed too much paper If you are using normal continuous paper, tear off the last printed backward. page and press the Load/Eject button to feed the paper backward. If you are using labels, tear off the paper entering the printer, and then press the LF/FF button to feed the labels forward.

  • Page 111: Clearing A Paper Jam

    FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide ❏ If you are using a USB hub, connect the printer to the first tier of the hub, or connect the printer directly to the computer’s USB port. Clearing a Paper Jam Follow these steps to clear a paper jam: Caution: Do not pull the jammed paper when the printer is on.

  • Page 112: Cancelling Printing

    FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide Note: ❏ To print the instruction sheet and alignment patterns, you need four single sheets or four pages of continuous paper of at least the following sizes: Paper type FX-890II/FX-890IIN FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN 241 × 279 mm 376 × 279 mm Continuous paper (9.5 ×...

  • Page 113: Using The Printer Driver

    FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide You can cancel printing from your computer by using the printer driver, or from the printer’s control panel. Using the printer driver To cancel a print job before it is sent from your computer, see “Cancelling Printing” on page 85.

  • Page 114: Printing Hex Dump

    FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide 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 run the test using the Draft font, turn on the printer while holding down the LF/FF button. To run the test using the printer’s letter-quality fonts, turn on the printer while holding down the...
  • Page 115 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide 1. Make sure paper is loaded and the printer is turned off. 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, turn on the printer while holding down both the LF/FF and Load/Eject buttons.

  • Page 116: Chapter 5 Where To Get Help

    If you need further help, visit the Epson support website shown below. Select your country or region and go to the support section of your local Epson website. The latest drivers, FAQs, manuals, or other downloadables are also available from the site.

  • Page 117: Help For Users In Europe

    ❏ Names and versions of the software applications you normally use with your product Help for Users in Europe Check your Pan-European Warranty Document for information on how to contact Epson support. Help for Users in Indonesia Contacts for information, support, and services are: World Wide Web (http://www.epson.co.id)

  • Page 118: Help For Users In India

    Information on product specifications, drivers for download, and products enquiry are available. Help for Users in the Philippines To obtain technical support as well as other after sales services, users are welcome to contact the Epson Philippines Corporation. World Wide Web (http://www.epson.com.ph) Information on product specifications, drivers for download, Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ), and E-mail Enquiries are available.

  • Page 119: Chapter 6 Options And Consumables

    Epson printer. They ensure proper operation and long life of the print head and other printer parts. Other products not manufactured by Epson may cause damage to your printer, which is not covered by Epson’s warranties.
  • Page 120 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide 2. Open the paper guide cover by pulling its back edge toward. 3. Open the printer cover to the upright position, then pull it up to remove it. 4. Slide the print head so that it does not hit the paper tension unit.
  • Page 121 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide 5. Grasp the ribbon guide and pull it until it is out of the print head. 6. Grasp the used cartridge by its handle and pull it up and out of the printer. 7. Hold both sides of the ribbon guide and pull it until it is out of the cartridge.
  • Page 122 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide 8. Insert the ribbon cartridge into the printer at an angle as shown below, then press firmly on both sides of the cartridge to fit the plastic hooks into the slots on the printer. Note: Do not touch the white cable inside the printer.

  • Page 123: Cut-Sheet Feeder

    FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide 10. Turn the ribbon-tightening knob to help feed the ribbon into place. Caution: The ribbon should not be twisted or creased. 11. Replace the printer cover by inserting the front tabs into the slots on the printer and lowering the cover into place.

  • Page 124: Installing The Cut-Sheet Feeder

    FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide High-capacity cut-sheet feeder: FX-890II/FX-890IIN C80638* FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN C80640* You can use either one of these separately, or you can use both feeders together as a double-bin cut-sheet feeder to automatically load two different types of single-sheet paper. The single-bin cut-sheet feeder holds up to 50 single sheets. The high-capacity cut-sheet feeder holds up to 150 single sheets or up to 25 envelopes.
  • Page 125 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide 2. Remove the sheet guide by moving it along the path and lifting it at an angle from the printer. Lift the printer cover by its back edge and then pull it straight up and off the printer.

  • Page 126: Loading Paper In The Single-Bin Cut-Sheet Feeder

    FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide high-capacity cut-sheet feeder 4. To replace the printer cover, first insert the front tabs into the slots on the printer, then lower the cover into place. If you installed the double-bin cut-sheet feeder, you need to select your paper path (bin 1 or bin 2). See “Selecting the paper path (bin 1 or bin 2)”...
  • Page 127 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide 1. Make sure the sheet guide is removed, and set the paper release lever to the single-sheet position. Also make sure the paper-thickness lever (located under the printer cover) is set to 0. 2. Slide the left paper guide of the cut-sheet feeder so it is aligned with the triangle mark. Next, slide the right paper guide to roughly match the width of your paper.
  • Page 128 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide 3. Pull both paper set levers forward until the paper guides retract and lock open to allow paper loading. 4. Take a stack of paper (up to 50 sheets) and fan it. Next, tap the side and bottom edges of the paper on a flat surface to even up the stack.

  • Page 129: Loading Paper In The High-Capacity Cut-Sheet Feeder

    FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide 8. Attach the stacker-support wires to the paper tension unit as shown below. The cut-sheet feeder automatically loads paper when the printer receives data. If the first line on your page appears too high or low, you can adjust its position using the Micro Adjust function.
  • Page 130 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide 2. Pull the lock levers on the edge guides forward to release them. 3. Slide the left paper guide until it is aligned with the triangle mark; then lock it in place by pushing back its lock lever. Next, slide the right paper guide to roughly match the width of your paper. Slide the paper support to midway between the paper guides.
  • Page 131 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide 5. Take a stack of paper (up to 150 sheets) and fan it. Next, tap the side and bottom edges of the paper on a flat surface to even up the stack. 6. Insert the paper stack printable side down along the left paper guide.

  • Page 132: Assembling The Double-Bin Cut-Sheet Feeder

    FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide Assembling the double-bin cut-sheet feeder Using the double-bin cut-sheet feeder allows you to load two types of single-sheet paper in the printer at the same time and easily switch between them. Before you install the double-bin cut-sheet feeder, you need to connect the single-bin cut-sheet feeder (C80637*/ C80639*) to the high-capacity cut-sheet feeder (C80638*/C80640*).

  • Page 133: Selecting The Paper Path (Bin 1 Or Bin 2)

    FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide To install the double-bin cut-sheet feeder on your printer, see “Installing the cut-sheet feeder” on page 124. Selecting the paper path (bin 1 or bin 2) When the double-bin cut-sheet feeder is installed, the high-capacity cut-sheet feeder becomes bin 1 and the single-bin cut-sheet feeder becomes bin 2 for paper path selection purposes.

  • Page 134: Roll Paper Holder

    FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide Roll Paper Holder The optional roll paper holder (C811141) allows you to use 8.5-inch roll paper like that used with telex machines. This provides an inexpensive alternative to using continuous paper for applications requiring variable paper lengths. Before you install and use the roll paper holder, you need to assemble...

  • Page 135: Installing The Roll Paper Holder

    FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide Installing the roll paper holder Follow these steps to install the roll paper holder on your printer: 1. Make sure the printer is turned off. 2. Remove the sheet guide, then remove the tractor if it is installed in the pull or rear push position.
  • Page 136 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide 2. Set the paper release lever to the single-sheet position. Also set the paper-thickness lever to the proper position for the thickness of your roll paper. 3. Cut the leading edge of the roll paper straight across.
  • Page 137 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide 6. Bring the leading edge of the paper up over the rear of the printer and insert it into the printer until it meets resistance. The printer loads the roll paper automatically. 7. Install the sheet guide over the roll paper to separate the printout from the unused paper. Slide the edge guides to the middle of the sheet guide.

  • Page 138: Removing Roll Paper

    40. Additional Sheet Guide You can install the optional sheet guide (C933781 for the FX-890II/FX-890IIN, C933811 for the FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN) in the front and rear position at the same time. For details on installing the additional sheet guide, see “Using the sheet guide” on page 45.

  • Page 139: Printer Parts

    FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide Chapter 7 Product Information Printer Parts 1. sheet guide 2. paper guide cover 3. printer cover 4. front cover 5. power switch 6. control panel 7. paper release lever Product Information...
  • Page 140 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide 8. edge guides 9. paper tension unit 10. ribbon cartridge 11. knob 12. USB interface 13. serial interface* 14. parallel interface 15. LAN port* 16. sprockets* 17. AC inlet 18. wing 19. paper-thickness lever For Network compatible model.

  • Page 141: Printer Specifications

    FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide Printer Specifications Mechanical 9 × 2-pin impact dot matrix Printing method: Printing speed: Ultra high speed draft 615 cps at 10 cpi 738 cps at 12 cpi High speed draft 612 cps at 10 cpi 694 cps at 12 cpi...
  • Page 142 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide Paper feed speed: Continuous 134 mm/second 5.3 inches/second Intermittent 47.7 msec/line at 1/6 inch line spacing Paper capacity: Single-bin cut-sheet feeder up to 50 sheets of 82 g/m² (22 lb) paper Note: The total thickness of the paper stack can be up to 5 mm (0.20 inch).
  • Page 143 320 mm (12.6 inches) (not including the sheet guide) Weight approx. 9.4 kg (20.7 lb) Ribbon: Black ribbon cartridge S015329 for FX-890II/FX-890IIN S015335 for FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN (For users in America) S015327 for FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN (For worldwide users) Ribbon life approx. 7.5 million characters (Draft,...

  • Page 144: Electronic

    Fonts: Bitmap fonts: Epson Draft 10, 12, 15 cpi Epson Roman 10, 12, 15 cpi, proportional Epson Sans Serif 10, 12, 15 cpi, proportional Bar code fonts: EAN-13, EAN-8, Interleaved 2 of 5, UPC-A, UPC-E, Code 39, Code 128, POSTNET...

  • Page 145: Electrical

    FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide Character tables: Standard model: Italic table, PC 437 (US, Standard Europe), PC 850 (Multilingual), PC 860 (Portuguese), PC 861 (Icelandic), PC 865 (Nordic), PC 863 (Canadian-French), BRASCII, Abicomp, ISO Latin 1, Roman 8, PC 858, ISO 8859-15...

  • Page 146: Environmental

    FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide Power consumption (with 220 to 240 V: 100 to 120 V: USB connection) Approx. 54 W (ISO/IEC 10561 Letter Approx. 57 W (ISO/IEC 10561 Letter pattern) pattern) FX-890II/FX-2190II: FX-890II/FX-2190II: Approx. 0.5 W in sleep mode* Approx. 0.4 W in sleep mode*...

  • Page 147: Paper

    Quality Plain paper and recycled paper * 182 to 216 mm (7.2 to 8.5 inches) for the optional cut-sheet feeder for FX-890II/FX-890IIN. 182 to 420 mm (7.2 to 16.5 inches) for the optional cut-sheet feeder for FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN. ** 210 to 364 mm (8.3 to 14.3 inches) for the optional cut-sheet feeder.
  • Page 148 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide 1 original + 5 copies Copies Total thickness 0.12 mm (0.0047 inch) 0.46 mm (0.018 inch) Weight per sheet of 40 g/m2 (12 lb) 58 g/m2 (15 lb) multipart Quality Carbonless multipart forms with a line of glue at the top side of the form...
  • Page 149 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide Plain paper, recycled paper, and carbonless multipart forms with point gluing or paper Quality stapling on both sides * When the front or bottom pull tractor is installed and under normal conditions, up to 7 copies (1 original + 6 copies) can be used.
  • Page 150 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide Plain paper or the same quality labels Quality A. 63.5 mm (2.5 inch) min. B. 23.8 mm (15/16 inch) min. C. Corner radius = 2.5 mm (0.1 inch) min. Envelopes (rear entry only): Minimum Maximum Envelope size (No. 6) Width: 165 mm (6.5 inch)

  • Page 151: Recommended Printable Area

    FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide Recommended printable area Note: For best results, print within the recommended printable area. The printer may not print outside this area. Single sheets: The minimum top and bottom margins are 4.2 mm (0.17 inch). FX-890II/FX-890IIN: The minimum left and right margins are 3 mm (0.12 inch).
  • Page 152 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide Continuous paper: The minimum top and bottom margins (above and below the perforation) are 4.2 mm (0.17 inch). FX-890II/FX-890IIN: The minimum left and right margins are 13 mm (0.51 inch). The maximum printable width is 203.2 mm (8.0 inches). For paper wider than 229.2 mm (9.0 inches), the side margins increase to match the width of the paper.

  • Page 153: Command Lists

    For more information about the commands, contact Epson Customer Services. See “Contacting Customer Support” on page 116 for details. Epson ESC/P control codes Selecting an Epson ESC/P printer in your software allows you to use advanced fonts and graphics. General operation: ESC @, ESC U, ESC EM...

  • Page 154: Ibm Ppds Emulation Control Codes

    FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide Page format: ESC (C, ESC C, ESC C 0, ESC Q, ESC l, ESC (c, ESC N, ESC O, ESC (U Print position motion: ESC $, ESC \, ESC D, HT, ESC B, VT, ESC J Font selection:...

  • Page 155: Standards And Approvals

    ❏ The connection of a non-shielded printer interface cable to this printer will invalidate the EMC standards of this device. ❏ You are cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by Seiko Epson Corporation could void your authority to operate the equipment.

  • Page 156: Cleaning The Printer

    The following models are CE marked and in compliance with all the applicable EU Directives. For further details, visit the following website to access the full declaration of conformities containing reference to the Directives and harmonized standards used to declare conformity. https://www.epson.eu/conformity FX-890II: PB31A FX-890IIN: PB31B FX-2190II: PB32A FX-2190IIN: PB32B Cleaning the Printer To keep your printer operating at its best, you should clean it thoroughly several times a year.

  • Page 157: Transporting The Printer

    ❏ Do not use a hard or abrasive brush. Do not spray the inside of the printer with lubricants; unsuitable oils can damage the printer mechanism. Contact your Epson dealer if you think lubrication is needed. Transporting the Printer If you need to transport your printer for some distance, carefully repack it using the original box and packing materials.
  • Page 158 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide 6. Repack the printer, sheet guide, ribbon cartridge, wing, tractor unit, wire, and power cord (if necessary) in their original packing materials and place them in the printer’s original box. Product Information...

  • Page 159: Glossary

    FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide Glossary ASCII American Standard Code for Information Interchange. A standardized coding system for assigning numerical codes to letters and symbols. auto line feed When this setting is turned on using the default-setting mode, each carriage return (CR) code is automatically followed by a line feed (LF) code.
  • Page 160 A software program that sends commands from the computer for using the functions of a particular printer. ® ESC/P Abbreviation for EPSON Standard Code for Printers. This is the system of commands your computer uses to control your printer. It is standard for all EPSON printers and supported by most application software for personal computers. ™...
  • Page 161 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide letter quality (LQ) The print mode used by your printer when a font other than Draft is selected. Printing with letter-quality fonts provides better readability and appearance at a reduced print speed. line feed (LF) A control code and control panel button that advances the paper one line space.
  • Page 162 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide resolution A measure of the amount of detail that can be represented. Resolution of printed images is measured in number of dots per inch (dpi). self test A method for checking the operation of the printer. When you run the self test, the printer prints the characters stored in its ROM (Read Only Memory).
  • Page 163 Driver (printer driver)............59 selecting................90 Button Font..................88 LF/FF.................88 Edge guide................29 Load/Eject.................88 Envelopes................52 Pause..................88 specifications..............150 Pitch...................88 EPSON Status Monitor 3..........59, 69 Tear-Off/Bin..............88 accessing................72 Buzzer (beeper) setting............96 installing................72 setting up................70 Error indication..............101 Cancelling printing.............85, 112 Cards..................52 specifications..............148 Font..................96 Character table..............96 Font (default setting) Cleaning the printer............156...
  • Page 164 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide High Speed Draft (HSD)............90 Packet mode.................95 Page length for front tractor..........93 Page length for rear tractor..........94 I/F (interface) mode............95 Paper release lever...............19 IBM character table.............96 Paper source Installing selecting................16 cut-sheet feeder..............124 Paper specifications............147 front sheet guide...............45 Paper-thickness lever............19 roll paper holder............135...
  • Page 165 FX-890II/FX-890IIN/FX-2190II/FX-2190IIN User’s Guide Server..................76 Single sheets loading................44 specifications..............147 switching from..............54 switching to...............53 Single-sheet multipart forms specifications..............147 Skip over perforation............94 Software default setting..............95 Special paper loading................49 Specifications built-in font..............144 command lists:ESC/P............153 command lists:IBM PPDS emulation......153 electrical................145 electronic.................144 environmental..............146 mechanical..............141 paper................147 recommended printable area........151 safety approvals..............155...

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