Page 1 Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein. Neither Seiko Epson Corporation nor its affiliates shall be liable to the purchaser of this product or third parties for damages, losses, costs, or expenses incurred by purchaser or third parties as a result of: accident, misuse, or abuse of this product or unauthorized modifications, repairs, or alterations to this product.
Page 3 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. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio or television reception.
Page 4: Declaration Of Conformity
Model: Conforms to the following Directive(s) and Norm(s): Directive 89/336/EEC: Directive 73/23/EEC: Directive 90/384/EEC: April 1996 M. Hamamoto President of EPSON EUROPE B.V. 45014 SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION Owa 3-chome, Suwa-shi, 3-5, Nagano-ken 392 Japan EPSON EUROPE B.V. Prof. J. H. Bavincklaan 5 1183 AT Amstelveen...
Page 5: Energy Star Compliance
Energy Star Compliance As an Energy Star Partner, EPSON has determined that this product meets the Energy Star guidelines for energy efficiency. The EPA estimates that if all desktop computers, printers, and other peripheral devices met Energy Star standards, energy cost savings would exceed $1 billion annually and carbon dioxide emissions would be reduced by 20 million tons.
Page 6: Where To Get Help
Where to Get Help If you purchased your printer in the United States or Canada, EPSON provides customer support and service through a network of Authorized EPSON Customer Care Centers. EPSON also provides the following services when you dial (800) 922-8911:...
Page 7: World Wide Web
EPSON’s home page links users to What’s New, EPSON Products, EPSON Connection EPSON Connection for the latest drivers and FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) and the EPSON Chat area. To get in touch with EPSON around the world, EPSON Contacts includes Contact Information for local EPSON subsidiaries.
Page 8: 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 9: Important Safety Instructions
Turn off and unplug the printer before cleaning. Clean with a damp cloth only. Do not spill liquid on the printer. Do not place the printer on an unstable surface or near a radiator or heat register. Do not block or cover the openings in the printer’s cabinet. Do not insert objects through the slots.
Page 10: Table Of Contents
Installing the Ribbon Cartridge ....Plugging in the Printer ......
Page 11 Changing the default settings ....Printer functions ......
Page 12 Chapter 5 Maintenance and Transportation Cleaning the Printer ......Replacing the Ribbon ......
Page 13 Character Tab/es Printer Specifications ......Printing .......
Page 14 You will find the same high-quality printing and ease of operation you have come to expect from EPSON printers, including: High speed draft mode printing of up to 300 characters per...
Page 15 You can also use this tractor as a front push tractor. Roll paper holder (#8310), allows you to use your printer with 8.5-inch roll paper like that used with telex machines. Interface cards, available to supplement the printer’s built-in parallel interface.
Page 16: How To Use This Manual
Chapter 1 contains information on unpacking, setting up, testing, and connecting the printer. Be sure to read this chapter first. Chapter 2 explains how to load and use single sheets, continuous paper, and special paper in the printer.
Page 17 Warnings, Cautions, and Notes This guide uses the following conventions: 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. 4 Introduction...
Page 18: Setting Up The Printer
Installing the Ribbon Cartridge ....1-5 Plugging in the Printer ......
Page 19: Choosing A Place For The Printer
This chapter explains how to set up the printer and install the printer driver software. Choosing a Place for the Printer When selecting a place to set up your printer, be sure to follow these guidelines: Place the printer on a flat, stable surface, close enough to the computer for the interface cable to reach it.
Page 20 If you plan to use a printer stand, follow these guidelines: Use a stand that supports at least 26 kg (57.8 lbs). Never use a stand that tilts the printer at an angle of more than 15 degrees from horizontal. If you install a cut-sheet feeder, the stand must keep your printer level.
Page 21: Unpacking The Printer
Unpacking the Printer In addition to this guide, your printer box should include an EPSON printer driver disk, Notice Sheet, and the following items: Note: Depending on your printer model, the power cord may be permanently attached to the printer.
Page 22: Installing The Ribbon Cartridge
Save all packing and protective materials, including the protective locking clips on the paper tension unit and the transportation screw, in case you need to ship the printer in the future. It should always be transported in its original packaging.
Page 23 (the indented portion of the paper tension unit). Warning Never move the printhead while the printer is turned on; this can damage the printer. Also, the print head may become hot during use. Always let it cool before you touch it.
Page 24 4. Hold the cartridge so that the ribbon-tightening knob is facing up and is on the left. Place the bottom edge of the cartridge into the printer so that the notch on each end of the cartridge fits over the small peg on each side of the printer.
Page 25 Slide the print head from side to side to make sure it moves smoothly. 8. Replace the printer cover by first inserting the front tabs into the slots near the front of the printer; then lower it until it locks into place.
Page 26 You may find it easy to insert the paper separator one side at a time. You need not separate the paper guide and the paper separator, in case you need to ship the printer. 10. Attach the paper guide by sliding the slots on the bottom of the paper guide over the pegs behind the paper tension unit.
Page 27: Plugging In The Printer
Plugging in the Printer Make sure the printer is turned off. 2. Check the label on the back of the printer to make sure the voltage matches that of your electrical outlet. Caution: If the rated voltage and your outlet voltage do not match, contact your dealer for assistance.
Page 28: Running The Self Test
Running the Self Test You can run a self test on the printer in letter quality or draft mode, with either continuous paper or single sheets. You can load the paper from the rear, front, top, or bottom. The following steps describe how to run the test on single-sheet paper, loaded from the top.
Page 29 Run the self test using paper at least 360 mm (14 inches) wide; otherwise, the print head prints directly on the platen. 5. Lift the paper path guide, and rest it against the paper guide. Setting Up the Printer 1-12...
Page 30 If you want to temporarily stop printing the self test, press the Pause button. To resume printing, press To end the self test, first press the remains in the printer, press the the page; then turn off the printer. Here is part of a typical self test: stops Pause again.
Page 31: Connecting The Printer To Your Computer
Connecting the Printer to Your Computer Use an interface cable with a 36-pin connector on the printer end, and a connector that will work with your computer on the other end. See your computer’s reference guide for the required connector type. Follow these steps to connect the printer to your computer: Make sure both the printer and computer are turned off.
Page 32: Installing The Printer Driver
Install the driver for Windows 3.1 users Follow these steps to install the printer driver for Windows 3.1: Make sure Windows is running. Insert the EPSON driver disk into drive A (or B, depending on your computer). From the File menu, choose...
Page 33 See your computer documentation for more information. Make sure plain paper is loaded in the printer and the printer is connected to the computer’s parallel port. (The paper is used to perform a test print in step 11.) Turn off your printer and computer, if necessary.
Page 34 Copy manufacturer’s files from box and click At the next screen you can type a unique name for the printer in the Printer name box. We recommend that you keep the model name as shown. The program will copy the files to your hard disk and add an icon to the Printers folder using the printer name you assign.
Page 35 Installing the driver while running Windows 95 Follow these steps to install the printer driver for Windows 95. In the Desktop window, double-click the Double-click the Double-click the Click the Next button. Local printer Select the Click the Next button.
Page 36: Checking The Printer Driver Settings
3. Make sure your printer is highlighted, and click the button in the Print Setup menu. 4. Select the paper size you have loaded in the printer from the Paper Size list. If you don’t see your paper size in the list, use the arrows on the screen changes according to the paper size you select.
Page 37 Open the Printer menu, and Click on the Paper tab, and select the paper size you have loaded in the printer from the Paper size list. If you don’t see your paper size, scroll through the list, and select the correct size.
Page 38: For Dos Program Users
Most DOS software programs include drivers for EPSON ESC/P2 printers. Also, DOS programs require you to select from a list of printers to install the printer driver. If the LQ-2070 is not included in the list, contact your software manufacturer to see if there is an updated driver available or select the first printer available from the list below.
Page 39 Chapter 2 Paper Handling Setting the paper release lever ..... 2-2 Using Single Sheets ......Loading single sheets with the paper guide .
Page 40: Setting The Paper Release Lever
This chapter describes how to: Set the paper release lever Load single sheets Load continuous paper with the rear tractor or the optional tractor(s) Switch between paper-feed methods Print on special paper. Setting the paper release lever Before you load paper, you must to set the paper release lever for the type of paper and feed method you want to use.
Page 41 Note: Although some arrows show paper loading from the top, the paper actually enters the printer from the rear, even when using the paper guide. The push/pull tractor combination is recommended for enhanced paper handling when using continuous paper. See page 2-13 for more details.
Page 42: Using Single Sheets
Loading single sheets with the paper guide 1. Move the paper release lever to the single-sheet position. Make sure the paper guide is installed and the paper path guide is open. 2. Turn on the printer. Paper Handling...
Page 43 3. Slide the left edge guide until it stops next to the arrow on the paper guide. Then adjust the right edge guide to match the width of your paper. 4. Lift the paper path guide and rest it against the paper guide. Paper Handling...
Page 44 You are now ready to print. Caution: Do not use the knob on the right side of the printer except to clear paper jams when the printer is turned of. Otherwise, you may damage the printer or cause it to lose the top-of-form position.
Page 45: Loading Single Sheets From The Front
2. Open the front paper guide. 3. Turn on the printer. 4. Position the left edge guide as shown below. (Printing starts at the arrow mark.) See the Appendix for more information on the left margin position.
Page 46 You are now ready to print. Caution: Do not use the knob on the right side of the printer except to clear when the paper jams damage the printer or cause it to lose the top-of-form position.
Page 47: Using Continuous Paper
“Loading paper with the optional tractor unit” on page 2-13. Make sure you align your paper supply with the paper path so the paper feeds smoothly into the printer. Also, make sure the ejected paper does not interfere with the paper about to load.
Page 48 Follow the steps below to load paper with the rear push tractor: Make sure the printer is turned off. Remove the printer cover and paper guide. 3. Make sure the paper release lever is set to the rear push tractor position.
Page 49 5. Slide the left sprocket to the left margin of the paper using the scale on the printer as shown below. (Printing starts at the “0” mark. See the Appendix for more information on the left margin position.) Then slide the right sprocket to match the width of your paper, but do not lock it.
Page 50 Attach the printer cover and paper guide. 10. Slide the left and right edge guides to the center of the paper exit path for smoother paper feeding. 11. Turn on the printer. When the printer receives data, it automatically loads the paper before printing. Note: Always close the printer cover before printing.
Page 51: Loading Paper With The Optional Tractor Unit
The rear push tractor cannot be removed, but it is deactivated in some paper release lever positions Make sure you align your paper supply with the paper loaded in the tractor so the paper feeds smoothly into the printer. or bottom in addition to the front...
Page 52: Changing Tractor Positions
If you feed paper through the bottom paper slot, use a printer stand that has a large enough opening for paper to feed from the bottom without obstruction. Changing tractor positions You can use the optional pull tractor unit as either a front push tractor or a pull tractor;...
Page 53: Removing The Tractor From The Front Push Position
3. Push the tractor into the printer’s mounting slots as shown below. You are now ready to load continuous paper with the front push tractor. See “Loading paper with the front push tractor” on page 2-21 or “Loading paper with the push/pull tractor combination”...
Page 54 3. Open the front paper guide and remove it by grasping both sides and pulling it straight out of the printer. 4. Press the tractor’s lock tabs, tilt it up, and lift it out of the printer. 2-16 Paper Handling...
Page 55 Before you load continuous paper using the pull tractor position, you must first purchase the optional pull tractor. Make sure the printer is turned off. Lift the printer cover and paper guide up and off the printer. Paper 2-17 Hand 1...
Page 56 Press the tabs on both ends of the clear plastic paper-tension unit, raise the front of the unit, and lift it off the printer. 4. Place the tractor’s tabs into the printer’s mounting slots, then press the tractor back until it locks into place.
Page 57 If you want to use the tractor in another position, follow the directions below to remove it. Then see the appropriate section for installation instructions. 1. Make sure the printer is turned off. 2. Remove any paper that is in the feed path. 3. Remove the printer cover and paper guide.
Page 58 Replace the clear plastic paper-tension unit by placing the small pegs into the notches on each side of the printer. Press down until it locks into place. Slide the print head back and forth to make sure it can move freely.
Page 59: Loading Paper With The Front Push Tractor
This type of form cannot be fed through the front push tractor. Make sure the printer is turned off. 2. Remove the front paper guide. 3. Make sure the tractor is in the front mounting slot and the paper release lever is set to the front push tractor position as shown above.
Page 60 4. Release the sprockets by pushing the sprocket locks up and away from you. 5. Position the left sprocket as shown below. (Printing starts at the arrow mark.) See the Appendix for more information on the left margin position. Paper Handling 2-22...
Page 61 Lock the sprocket in place. Then slide the right sprocket to match the width of your paper, but do not lock it. Move the paper support midway between the two sprocket units. 7. Make sure your paper has a clean, straight edge. Then open the sprocket covers and fit the holes of the paper, printable side up, over the tractor pins.
Page 62: Loading Paper With The Pull Tractor
11. Slide the left and right edge guides to the center of the paper exit path. This helps prevent paper jams. 12. Turn on the printer. When the printer receives data, it automatically loads the paper before printing. Note: Always close the printer cover before printing. The printer stops printing when the cover is open.
Page 63 Make sure the printer is turned off. 2. Remove the printer cover and paper guide. 3. Make sure the tractor is in the pull tractor position and the paper release lever is set to the pull tractor position. 4. Release the sprockets by pulling the sprocket locks toward you.
Page 64 Then fit the holes of the paper over the tractor pins. Close the sprocket covers. Slide the right sprocket to remove any slack in the paper; then lock it in place. Attach the printer cover and paper guide. 2-26 Paper Handling...
Page 65: Loading Paper With The Push/Pull Tractor Combination
10. Slide the left and right edge guides to the center of the paper exit path. This helps prevent paper jams. 11. Turn on the printer. When the printer receives data, it automatically loads the paper before printing. Note: Always close the printer cover before printing. The printer stops...
Page 66 To load paper in the tractors, follow these steps: Make sure the tractors are in the front or rear push/pull tractor position. Also, make sure the paper release lever is set to either the front push or rear push tractor position. Load paper in the front or rear push tractor as described in the appropriate section earlier in this chapter.
Page 67 9. Raise the paper path guide and rest it against the paper guide. Caution: Do not use the knob on the right side of the printer except to clear paper jams when the printer is turned off. Otherwise, you may damage the printer or cause it to lose the top-of-form position.
Page 68: Removing Paper From The Tractor
Removing paper from the tractor 1. To remove continuous paper, press the the paper’s perforation to the tear-off edge of the printer cover. Note: If the page perforation is not properly aligned with the tear-off edge, you can adjust the tear-off position using Micro Chapter 3.
Page 69: Switching To Single Sheets
Switching to sing/e sheets To switch from continuous paper to single sheets, follow these steps: If any printed sheets remain in the printer, press the Tear Off/Bin button to advance the paper to the tear-off position. 2. Tear off the printed pages.
Page 70: Switching To Continuous Paper
If a single sheet is in the paper path, press the button to eject it. Move the paper release lever to the push or pull tractor position. The printer advances the continuous paper to the loading position when it receives data. Printing on Special Paper...
Page 71: Adjusting The Paper Thickness Lever
Adjusting the paper thickness /ever Set the paper thickness lever to match the thickness of your paper according to the table below. Paper type Thin paper Ordinary paper (single sheets or continuous) Multipart forms (carbonless) 2 sheets (original + 1 copy) 3 sheets (original + 2 copies) 4 sheets (original + 3 copies) Labels, postcards...
Page 72: Multipart Forms
Multipart forms Your printer can print on both single-sheet and continuous multipart forms. You can load single-sheet multipart forms in both the front and top paper slots. You can load continuous multipart forms from the front, rear, and bottom. Note: carbonless multi part forms.
Page 73: Labels
Then use labels out of the printer. buttons. Labels can easily peel off the backing and printer. leave labels loaded in the printer may jam when you resume the LF/FF button to advance the remaining Load/Eject Tear jobs;...
Page 74: Envelopes
See details. Postcards You can load postcards from the front and top paper slots. Load cards only under normal operating conditions. Set the printer to using Card mode light and button descriptions in Chapter 3 for more information.
Page 75 Changing the default settings ....3-7 Printer functions ......
Page 76: Control Panel
On when the printer runs out of paper or paper is jammed. Pause (orange) On when the printer is not ready to print data, paper is out or jammed, the cover is open, or you press the pause printing. The function is enabled or the print head is too hot.
Page 77 Draft Roman Sans Serif Courier Prestige script Others* = On, = Off Others means the font selected in the Default Setting mode. Condensed (green) On when you select condensed printing from the control panel. = Off Using the Printer...
Page 78: Buttons
Press this button to temporarily stop printing and to resume printing. To enable the Micro Adjust function, hold down this button for at least 3 seconds when the printer is in standby mode. Press it again to disable this function. See “Using Micro Adjust”...
Page 79 C o n d e n s e d Press this button to print condensed characters. Press it again to return to normal character printing. Note: The typestyle samples on the control panel are meant as guides only; actual printed results may slightly. differ Using Printer...
Page 80: Other Control Panel Features
Other control pane/ features The control panel also gives you access to several other functions. To activate the functions listed below, turn on the printer while pressing one of buttons, as follows: Load/Eject LF/FF Condensed Load/Eject Pause Font Condensed Using the Printer Performs a letter quality self test.
Page 81: Using The Default Setting Mode
The printer prints an instruction sheet. Follow the instructions on this sheet and in this section. The current setting for the printer are indicated by an arrow on the instruction sheet. Selecting an instruction sheet language...
Page 82 Each time you press the printer saves the settings you selected. When you finish changing the settings, turn off the printer. The following table lists the functions you can change and their available settings. Each function is described after the table.
Page 83: Printer Functions
Printer functions This section describes each of the printer functions. Character table Your printer has 11 standard character tables as well as tables for 20 other countries. See the Appendix for character samples. International character set for Italic table You can change 8 characters in the Italic character table to suit your printing needs.
Page 84: Print Direction
Printing is normally bidirectional; however, unidirectional printing allows for precise vertical printing alignment. Software When you select ESC/P 2, the printer operates in the EPSON ESC/P 2 mode. When you select IBM, the printer emulates an IBM printer. lnterface mode The printer has two interfaces: parallel and Type-B (optional).
Page 85: Input Buffer
The input buffer stores data sent from your computer. The input buffer can store up to 64KB of data, so you can free your computer for other tasks while the printer prints. When the buffer is off, the buffer cannot store data, so the computer must wait for the printer to print each character before sending the next.
Page 86: Carriage Return
“0” character and a zero. Buzzer (Beep) The printer beeps when some errors occur. See “Troubleshooting” in Chapter 6 for more information. If you do not want the printer to beep, turn this setting off. Roll paper...
Page 87: Using Quiet Mode
To enter Quiet mode, hold down the buttons while turning on the printer. You can only set this mode when you mm on the printer. You cannot set this in the Default Setting mode. When you turn off the printer, Quiet mode is canceled. Each time you want to use this mode, you must turn the printer on as described in this section.
Page 88 This gives you an 8.5 mm top margin. 3-14 Using the Printer [ ] button to move the loading position LF/FF [ ] button to move the 6.5 mm...
Page 89: Using The Tear-Off Function
Press the Micro Adjust mode. Note: For both cut sheet and continuous paper, the printer remembers this new position even after it has been turned off and back on. Using the Tear-Of Function After you have finished printing, you can use the tear-off feature to advance continuous paper on the push tractor to the tear-off edge of the printer.
Page 90: Using Auto Tear-Off Mode
Also make sure the page length for continuous paper is selected correctly in the Default Setting mode. Be sure you turn off the printer to exit from the Default Setting mode, and then turn it on again.
Page 91: Using The Tear Off/Bin Button
Adjust feature. See “Using Micro Adjust,” earlier in this chapter. 3. When you resume printing, the printer feeds the paper back to the loading position and begins printing. (You can also manually feed the paper back to the loading position by pressing the button when using the pull (top) tractor.
Page 92: Using Bid Adjustment
When using bidirectional printing, you may notice that the lines in your printout are not properly aligned. To correct this problem, use the printer’s Bi-d Adjustment mode as follows: Make sure continuous paper is loaded in the printer. 2. Hold down the instructions for adjusting Bi-d alignment are printed, along with the first set of alignment patterns.
Page 93 Chapter 4 Using Printer Options Cut-Sheet Feeders ......Installing the high capacity cut-sheet feeder ... 4-2 Loading paper with the high capacity cut-sheet feeder .
Page 94: Cut-Sheet Feeders
LQ-2070 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. By connecting both cut-sheet feeders, you can operate them as a double bin cut-sheet feeder. This allows you to load two different types of paper.
Page 95 Warining: Never move the printhead while the printer is turned on; can damage the printer. Also, the print head may become hot during use. Always let it cool before you touch 5. Hold the cut-sheet feeder in both hands and on both sides of the feeder.
Page 96: Loading Paper With The High Capacity Cut-Sheet Feeder
Loading paper with the high capacity cut-sheet feeder Load paper using the high capacity cut-sheet feeder as follows: 1. Turn off the printer. 2. Push down the center support. Slide the left paper guide so it is aligned with the arrow mark on the back of the center support.
Page 97 6. Insert the paper along the left paper guide. The printable side of the paper should face the back of the printer. Adjust the position of the right 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.
Page 98: Installing The Double Bin Cut-Sheet Feeder
You cannot use the second bin cut-sheet feeder without the high capacity cut-sheet feeder. 1. Install the assembled double bin cut-sheet feeder on the printer. See “Installing the high capacity cut-sheet feeder” earlier in this chapter.
Page 99: Switching Between Continuous Paper And The Cut-Sheet Feeder
Move the paper selection lever to the continuous paper position. Note: When you print several pages center support and out the back software manualsfor details. your continuous paper, guide the paper the printer as it prints. Tear Off/Bin button. The Load/Eject over Using Printer Options...
Page 100: Selecting Single-Sheets, Postcards, Or Envelopes
Switching to the cut-sheet feeder If any printed continuous paper remains in the printer, press the Tear Off/Bin button to advance the paper to the tear-off position. Tear off the printed pages. Load/Eject Press the backward to the standby position. The paper is still attached to the push tractor but is no longer in the paper path.
Page 101: Pull Tractor
See “Using the Default Setting Mode” in Chapter 3 for details. To use the roll paper holder, follow the steps below. Note: This option is not available in all countries. 1. Turn off the printer and make sure the paper release lever is at the single-sheet position. Using Printer Options...
Page 102 2. Position the roll paper holder beneath the printer as shown below. Fit the two holes in the base onto the two positioning pegs on the bottom of the printer. Caution: Be careful to avoid dropping the roll paper holder when lifting the printer.
Page 103 5. Bring the leading edge of the paper up over the rear push tractor and insert it into the paper path until you feel resistance. rear paper path 6. Install the paper guide and the printer cover. 7. Turn on the printer. The roll paper loads automatically. 4-11 Using Printer Options...
Page 104: Interface Cards
Interface Cards You can use optional interface cards to supplement your printer’s built-in parallel interface. The EPSON interface cards below are compatible with your printer. (Not all interfaces are available worldwide.) Model number C82305* / C82306* C82307* / C82308* C82310*/ C82311*...
Page 105 Push it in firmly to make sure you fully insert the connector at the back of the interface card into the printer’s internal socket. Then re-insert the screws and tighten them. To remove the interface card, reverse the steps above.
Page 106: The C82305* And C82306* Serial Interface Cards
Handshake timing When the unused area for data in the input buffer drops to 256 bytes, the printer outputs an X-OFF code or sets the DTR flag to 1 (MARK) to indicate that it cannot receive data. When the unused...
Page 107: Chapter 5 Maintenance And Transportation
Maintenance and Transportation Cleaning the Printer ......5-2 Replacing the Ribbon ......5-3 Transporting the Printer .
Page 108: Cleaning The Printer
To keep your printer operating at its best, you should clean it thoroughly several times a year. Follow these steps: 1. Make sure the printer is turned off. Then remove any paper as well as the paper guide. Also remove the optional tractor and cut-sheet feeders, if installed.
Page 109: Replacing The Ribbon
Replacing the Ribbon When printing becomes faint, you need to replace the ribbon cartridge. Use the EPSON ribbon cartridge or pack listed below for best results. A ribbon pack, containing ribbons only, is also available. The ribbons are used to replace the worn ribbons in the cartridge.
Page 110: Transporting The Printer
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: Turn off printer. Unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet; then disconnect the interface cable from the printer.
Page 111 Printing ....... . 6-3 The printer does not print ....6-3 The print is faint or uneven .
Page 112: Power Supply
Note: you are an experienced user or a programmer, you can print a hexadecimal dump to isolate communication problems between the printer and computer. To print a hex dump, turn off the printer. the LF/FF hold down Next, the printer.
Page 113: Printing
Pause Paper Out beeps three times. The printer may be out of paper. Load paper in the printer. Pause light is on and nothing is printed. Pause button to turn off the Pause light and resume Press the printing.
Page 114 The printer makes a strange noise, beeps five times, abruptly stops printing, and all the control panel lights flash. Turn off the printer and let the print head cool. Then, check for a paper jam, a ribbon jam, or other problems. Try to print again.
Page 115: The Print Is Faint Or Uneven
The print is faint or uneven Printed characters have parts missing at the bottom. The ribbon cartridge may not be installed properly. See Chapter 1 for installation instructions. The printout is faint. The ribbon may be worn described in Chapter 1. The paper thickness lever may not be set properly.
Page 116: Printed Characters Are Not What You Expect
Printed characters are The typestyles or characters you sent with your software did not print. Check software is correctly configured for your printer. that the For instructions, see Chapter 1. The font selected on the control panel does not print.
Page 117: Paper Handling
Paper feeding is crooked or the paper jams. Turn off the printer and pull out the paper. Make sure the edge guides are set correctly. Insert a new sheet straight into the paper guide. Be sure you’re using the right type of paper. See the paper specifications in the Appendix.
Page 118: Continuous Paper Does Not Feed Properly
Make sure the paper supply is not obstructed. Make sure your paper supply is positioned within 1 meter (3 feet) of the printer. Make sure the printer cover is closed. Make sure tractor is installed correctly. the holes on the sides of the paper are aligned with Check that each other.
Page 119: Options
You may have tried to change the paper release lever position while paper was still in the printer. Return the paper release lever to the original position and eject the paper. Then change the lever position.
Page 120 Paper may be jammed near the print head. Look for a paper jam and remove it. Make sure the edge guide positions on the paper guide of the cut sheet feeder are correct. Position the edge guides at the diamond-shaped guide marks. There may be only one sheet left in the bin.
Page 121: Continuous Paper Does Not Feed Properly When Using The Tractors In A Push/Pull Position
One page of your document has printed on two pages. Check that the page-length setting and lines-per-page setting in your software are correct. Also see “Changing the default settings” in Chapter 3. The desired paper type does not load when switching between the cut-sheet feeder and a push tractor.
Page 122 Character Tables Printer Specifications ......Printing....... . .
Page 123: Printer Specifications
Printer Specifications Printing Printing method: Printing speed: Quality High speed draft Draft Draft condensed Letter quality Letter quality condensed The paper thickness lever position or an overheated print head may affect the printing speed. Specifications, Command Summary, and Character Tables...
Page 124 Printable columns: Character sizes 10 cpi 12 cpi 15 cpi 17 cpi condensed 20 cpi condensed Printing direction: Line spacing: Paper feed speed: Buffer: Character tables: Character sets: Bit map fonts: Scalable fonts: Barcode fonts Specifications, Command Summary, and Character Tables Maximum printed characters per colum Bidirectional logic-seeking for text and...
Page 125: Paper
Paper Single sheets (CSF): Width: Length: Thickness: Weight: Single sheets (multipart)*: Width Length: Copies: Thickness: Weight: Jointing: ‘Use under normal operating conditions. Envelopes*: Size: Thickness: Weight: ‘Use under normal operating conditions. Specifications, Command Summary, and Character Tables both front and rear entry 101 to 420 mm (4.0 to 16.5 inches) Front: 147 to 420 mm (5.8 to 16.5 inches) Rear: 101 to 420 mm (4.0 to 16.5 inches)
Page 126 Postcards*: Width: Length: Thickness: Weight: *Use under normal operating conditions, Continuous paper (single sheet and multipart): front, rear, and bottom entry Width: Length: Copies: Thickness: Weight (not multipart): Weight (one sheet of multipart): Jointing: Specifications, Command Summary, and Character Tables both front and rear entry 105 to 148 mm (4.13 to 5.83 inches) Front: 148 mm (5.83 inches)
Page 127 Continuous paper with labels: Label size: Base sheet width: Base sheet length (one page): Base sheet thickness: Total thickness: Label weight: Roll paper: Width: Thickness: Weight: Specifications, Command Summary, and Character Tables front and bottom entry 23.8 63.5 mm (15/16x 2.5 inches) minimum 101 to 406 mm (4 to 16 inches) 101 to 559 mm (4 to 22 inches) 0.07 to 0.09 mm (0.0028 to 0.0035 inch)
Page 128: Paper Alignment
Paper alignment Front paper alignment Printing starts at the arrow mark. The unprintable area is to the left of the arrow mark. Rear paper alignment Printing starts at “0” on the scale. The unprintable area is to the left of the “0”.
Page 129: Printable Area
Printable area Single sheets, envelopes, and postcards: A The minimum top margin is 4.2 mm (0.17 inch). B The minimum left margin is 3.0 mm (0.12 inch). The minimum right margin is 3.0 mm (0.12 inch). For single sheets, the maximum width is 420 mm (16.5 inches); however, the maximum printable width is 345.4 mm (13.6 inches).
Page 130: Mechanical
Roll paper: A The minimum top margin is 4.2 mm (0.17 inch). B The minimum left margin is 3.0 mm (0.12 inch). The minimum right margin is 3.0 mm (0.12 inch). The maximum printable width is 203.2 mm (8 inches). Mechanical Paper-feed methods: Ribbon life:...
Page 131: Electrical
Dimensions: Weight: Electrical 120V model: Rated voltage: Input voltage range: Rated frequency range: Input frequency range: Rated current: Power consumption: Insulation resistance: Dielectric strength: ‘Maximum 2.0 A depending on the character type 230V model: Rated voltage: Input voltage range: Rated frequency range: Input frequency range: Rated current: A-10...
Page 132: Environmental
Power consumption: Insulation resistance: Dielectric strength: *Maximum 1.2 A depending on the character type Environmental Temperature: Humidity: Resistance to shock: Resistance to vibration: Safety approvals 120 V model: Safety standards: EMI: Specifications, Command Approx. 34 W (IS0 10561 Letter pattern) 10 M min.
Page 133: Ce Marking
Low Voltage Directive 73 /23 /EEC: EMC Directive 89/336/EEC: Non-Automatic Weighting Instruments Directive 90/384/EEC: Interface specifications The printer provides a bidirectional, 8-bit, parallel interface and Type-B optional interface slot as standard. A-22 Specifications, Command EN 60950 (TUV, SEMKO, DEMKO, NEMKO, FIMKO) EN 55022 (CISPR pub.22) class B...
Page 134 4 bit 5 bit 6 bit 7:MSB This signal (negative pulse) indicates that the printer has received data and is ready to accept more. This signal's high level means that the O u t printer ready to accept data.
Page 135 INIT ERROR SLIN Logic H +5 V Chassis 16, 33 19-30 15, 34 *In/Out shows the direction of signal flow from the printer’s point of view. interface (reverse channel) Parallel Transmission mode: Adaptable connector: Synchronization: Handshaking: Signal level: Data transmission...
Page 136 HostBusy INIT DataAvail/ DataBit-0,4 Specifications, Command Summary, and Character Tables The printer responds to the extensibility request in the affirmative when the request is 00H or 04H, which means: Request nibble mode of reverse channel transfer Request device ID in nibble mode of...
Page 137 Signal name 1284-Active Logic-H Chassis 16,33 19-30 15,34 * In/Out shows the direction of signal flow from the printer’s point of view A-16 Specifications, Command Summary, and Character Tables In/Out* Description 1284 active signal. A high signal indicates that all other signals sourced by the peripheral are in a valid state.
Page 138: Using Commands
Software commands instruct the printer to print in a particular typeface, feed the paper a certain amount after printing each line, start printing on a particular place on the page, and so on. The commands your printer recognizes are listed in this command summary.
Page 139: Commands Arranged By Topic
ESC 3 n ESC + n A-18 Specifications, Command Summary, and Character Tables by Topic Description Hex. Initialize Printer Turn Unidirectional Mode On/Off Control Paper Loading/Ejecting n=“1” Select bin 1 of CSF n=“2” Select bin 2 of CSF n="R” Eject a sheet H e x .
Page 140: Page Format
Page format Dec. ASCII ESC 1 n ESC Qn 40 99 ESC (c nn 40 67 ESC (C nn ESC C n ESC C 0 n ESC N n ESC O Specifications, Command Summary, and Character Tables Description Hex. Set Left Margin n = left margin column Set Right Margin n = right margin column...
Page 141: Print Position Motion
Print position motion Dec. ASCII ESC $ n1 n2 ESC \ n1 n2 40 86 ESC (V nn 40118 ESC (v nn ESC D nn Specifications, Command Summary, and Character Tables A-20 Hex. Description Set Absolute Horizontal Print Position n = n1 + n2 x 256 n: Specifies print position from left margin in defined units Before you define the unit, the...
Page 142: Font Selection
ASCII Dec. ESC B nn ESC J n Font selection ASCII Dec. ESC k n E S C X m n n 8 8 Specifications, Description Hex. Set Vertical Tabs Up to 16 tabs; last n should be 0 Tab Vertically Perform n/180-inch Line Feed Hex.
Page 143 ASCII Dec. ESC P ESC M ESC g ESC p 1/0 ESC x n ESC 4 ESC 5 ESC E ESC F ESC! n A-22 Specifications, Command Summary, and Character Tables Hex. Description Select 10.5 point, 10 cpi Select 10.5 point, 12 cpi Select 10.5 point, 15 cpi Turn Proportional Mode On/Off Select Letter Quality or Draft...
Page 144: Font Enhancement
Font enhancement ASCII Dec. ESC W 1/0 ESC-1/0 ESC w 1/0 ESC G ESC H ESC S 0 ESC S 1 ESC T ESC q n ESC ( - nn 40 45 Specifications, Command Summary, and Character Tables Description Hex, Select Condensed Printing Cancel Condensed Printing Select Double-Width Printing (one line)
Page 145: Character Handling
Character handling Dec. ASCII ESC : 0 n 0 ESC R n ESC & nn ESC % n 40 94 ESC (^ nn A-24 Specifications, Command Summary, and Character Description Hex. Copy ROM to RAM n = 0,1,2,3,4,5, or 9 n: Typeface Select an International Char.
Page 146 ASCII Dec. ESC t n ESC 6 ESC 7 Specifications, Command Summary, and Character Tables Description Hex. Select Character Table Select character table n assigned by ESC (t n = 0,1,2,3,“1”,“2”, or “3” n = 2: Remaps downloaded characters from O-127 to 128-255 Enable Printing of Upper Control Codes...
Page 147 Dec. ASCII 40116 2874 ESC (t nn Specifications, Command Summary, and Character Tables A-26 Description Hex. Assign Character Table ESC (t 3 0 d1 d2 d3 Assign Character Table set by d2 and d3 to d1 d1 = 0,1,2,3,“0”,“1”,“2”, or “3” *Available in certain areas.
Page 148: Spacing
Spacing ASCII Dec. ESC c n1 n2 ESC SP n ESC (U nn 40 85 Graphics ASCII Dec. ESC, nn 40 71 ESC (G nn Specifications, Command Summary, and Character Tables Description Hex. Set Horizontal Motion Index (HMI) Change Pitch in n/360-inch units Total units = n1 + n2 Set Intercharacter Space...
Page 149: Bit Image
Bit image ASCII Dec. ESC * nn Horizontal density (dpi) A-28 Specifications, Command Summary, and Character Tables Hex, Description Select Bit Image ESC * m n1 n2 data n = n1 + n2 x 256 n: Total columns Total data = (n1 + n2 x 256) x t Vertical Adjacent Pins...
Page 150: Barcode
Barcode ASCII Dec. 40 66 ESC ( B mn Specifications, Command Summary, and Character Tables Description Hex. 28 42 Select Barcode Printing ESC (B n1 n2 k m s v1 v2 c data n = (n1 + (256 x n2)) k: Select Barcode k=0: E A N - 1 3 1: EAN-8...
Page 151 Hex. Description c: Control flag Bit 0 = Check digit 0: A check digit is not added by the printer 1: A check digit is added by the printer Bit 1 = Human readable character (HRC) 0: The HRC is added by the...
Page 152 The valid data of each barcode type is described below. If invalid data is included in the barcode data string, the barcode is not printed. Barcode Data Barcode Type 0-9 (Hex 30-39) EAN13 0-9 (Hex 30-39) EAN-8 0-9 (Hex 30-39) UPC-A 0-9 (Hex 30-39) UPC-E...
Page 153: Character Tables
Character Tables International Character Sets Country France Germany Denmark Sweden Italy Spain Graphics Character Tub/es PC 437 (United States) A-32 ASCII code hex 23 24 40 5B 5C 5D 6E 60 7D 7E...
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Page 161 Printing in which the print head prints in both directions. This increases the speed of printing. buffer The portion of the printer’s memory used to store data before printing it. character table A collection of letters, numbers, and symbols that provides you with the characters used in a particular language.
Page 162 See printer driver. 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 software for personal computers.
Page 163 The black roller that provides a backing for the paper during printing. printable area The area of a page on which the printer can print. It is smaller than the physical size of the page due to margins. printer driver A software program that sends commands for using the functions of a particular printer.
Page 164 The position to which the printer feeds the paper at the end of a print job. You can change the position by using the Micro Adjust feature. top-of-form The position on the paper that the printer recognizes as the first printable line.
Page 165 3-7 DOS. See Software Double bin cut-sheet feeder, 4-6—7 Draft, 3-5 Drivers. See Printer drivers Edge guides, 1-12—13,2-5 front, 2-7 Eject. See Load/Eject button Envelopes, 2-36, 4-8 EPSON Calibration, 1-22 EPSON Remote!, 1-22 ESC/P 2,1, A-18—30 Index IN-1...
Page 166: Graphics Character Tables
4-4 envelopes, 2-36 labels, 2-35 multipart form, 2-34 postcards, 2-36 single sheets, 2-4—8 Location for printer, 1-2—3 Microsoft Windows, See Windows Micro Adjust button, 3-4 Micro Adjust feature, 3-13—15 Moving the printer, 5-2 Multipart forms, 2-34 Operate button, 3-4—5 Options, 2,4-2—14...
Page 167 Paper tension unit, 2-18 Paper thickness lever, 2-33 Pause button, 3-4,3-6 light, 3-2 Placement of printer, 1-2—3 Plugging in the printer, 1-10 Postcards, 2-36 Power cord, 1-4 plugging in, 1-10 Power supply problems, 6-2—3, Print head warning, 1-6 Print quality problems, 6-3—6...
Page 168 Unidirectional printing, 3-10 Unpacking the printer, 1-4 Utilities EPSON Calibration, 1-22 EPSON Remote!, 1-22 Voltage, caution, 1-5,1-10 Weight, A-10 Windows, 1-15—20 installing printer driver, 1-15—18 IN-4 Index...

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