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Epson EPL-N2750 Setup Manual

Epson EPL-N2750 Setup Manual

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  • Page 2: Where To Find Information

    Quick Reference Provides you with a list of LCD panel messages and information on replacing the imaging cartridge and clearing jammed paper. Place it in the small box provided with the printer for safekeeping and easy access. Online Help Provides you with detailed information and instructions on the printer software that controls your printer.

  • Page 3: Laser Printer

    EPSON CORPORATION’s operating and maintenance instructions. SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION shall not be liable against 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 4: Printer Parts

    Printer Parts face-down tray cover B lock lever cover A Duplex Unit cover C1 connector control panel ethernet interface serial interface connector connector 5-Bin Multi-Purpose Unit connector power switch MP tray (Multi-Purpose tray) lower cassette optional interface slot cover parallel interface...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Safety Instructions Laser Printer Precautions ....... . . 1 Important Safety Instructions ......3 Warnings, Cautions, and Notes.
  • Page 6 Testing the Printer ........

  • Page 7: Safety Instructions

    Do not touch the areas specified on the caution labels inside cover A and cover B. If the printer has been in use, the fuser can be very hot. CAUTION...
  • Page 8 Never force the printer’s components into place. Although the printer is designed to be sturdy, rough handling can damage Be sure not to scratch the surface of the drum. When you remove the imaging cartridge from the printer, always set the unit on a clean, smooth surface.

  • Page 9: Important Safety Instructions

    Der arbeitsplatzbezogene schalldruckpegel beträgt 70 dB (A) oder weniger gemäß ISO 7779. Important Safety Instructions Read all of these instructions before operating your printer: Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the printer. Unplug the printer from the wall outlet before cleaning.
  • Page 10 Slots and openings in the cabinet and at the back and bottom of the printer are provided for ventilation. Do not block or cover them and do not put the printer on beds, sofas, rugs, or other soft surfaces that may block ventilation. Do not place the printer in an enclosure unless proper ventilation is provided.

  • Page 11: Warnings, Cautions, And Notes

    D. If the printer has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged. If the printer exhibits a distinct change in performance and a message indicating a need for service appears on the LCD panel.

  • Page 12: Assembling The Printer

    Attaching the Quick Reference Box Use the quick reference box for storing the Quick Reference if this guide is included with your printer. Insert the knob on the bottom of the quick reference box into the slot on the left side of the printer.

  • Page 13: Attaching The Side Cover

    Attaching the Side Cover Attach the printer’s side cover unless the optional Large Capacity Paper Unit is installed. Follow these steps to attach the printer’s side cover: Note: If the optional 500-sheet Lower Cassette Unit is installed, attach the side cover to the lowermost 500-sheet Lower Cassette Unit.

  • Page 14: Installing The Imaging Cartridge

    2. Attach the side cover to the bottom of the printer by first fitting the side cover into the slot to the rear of the printer, then fitting the other end into the slot to the front. Installing the Imaging Cartridge Follow these steps to install the imaging cartridge: 1.
  • Page 15 Release the handle by removing your hand from it gently and the handle will automatically spring out. protective cover Assembling the Printer...
  • Page 16 When you remove the tape, the handle may spring out quickly enough to hurt your fingers. To avoid this, hold the handle firmly in position while peeling off the tape. 3. Open cover A gently by pulling the latch. Assembling the Printer...
  • Page 17 Do not touch the hot areas indicated by caution labels inside cover A. 4. Holding the left and right handles of the imaging cartridge, insert it into the printer until it is firmly seated. CAUTION Hot Surface Avoid Contact Assembling the Printer...
  • Page 18 5. Close cover A by pushing it up and into the printer. Caution: Never transport the printer with the imaging cartridge installed. Assembling the Printer...

  • Page 19: Installing Options

    Remove the packaging materials and any other items from the 500-Sheet Lower Cassette Unit and store them for future use. 3. Lift the unit out of the box and place it near the printer. Installing Options...
  • Page 20 If you plan to install the optional Large Capacity Paper Unit at the same time, refer to the instructions under “Large Capacity Paper Unit” on page 18 to complete the installation of both units. 4. Remove the side cover from the bottom of the printer. Installing Options...
  • Page 21 5. With the assistance of two or more people, grasp the printer at the positions indicated below and lift it carefully. front Caution: The printer weighs about 30 kg (66.1 lb); always lift it with two or more people. rear...
  • Page 22 6. Align each of the printer’s corners with those of the unit, then lower the printer until it rests securely on the unit. 7. Make sure all corners of the printer fit firmly onto the unit. 8. Pull out the paper cassette and fasten the unit using the fittings and screws provided.
  • Page 23 9. On the back of the printer, fasten the unit using the fittings and screws provided. 10. Pull the paper cassette out and remove the protective materials. 11. Attach the side cover to the bottom of the cassette unit as shown below.

  • Page 24: Large Capacity Paper Unit

    Large Capacity Paper Unit It is best to install the optional Large Capacity Paper Unit (C81322 ) when first setting up the printer. Please note that you will need the assistance of at least two other people to lift up the printer when installing this option.
  • Page 25 3. With the assistance of two or more people, lift the Large Capacity Paper Unit out of the box and place it near the printer. Note: The unit has four handles that you can use to lift it with. Pull the handles out from the locations shown below when you need to use them.
  • Page 26 Unit for installation, see “500-Sheet Lower Cassette Unit” on page 13. Note: All subsequent illustrations show both an optional 500-Sheet Lower Cassette Unit and an optional Large Capacity Paper Unit. 6. Remove the side cover from the bottom of the printer. Installing Options...
  • Page 27 7. With the assistance of two or more people, grasp the printer at the positions indicated below and lift it carefully. front Caution: The printer weighs about 30 kg (66.1 lb); always lift it with two or more people. rear...
  • Page 28 8. Align each of the printer’s corners with those of the unit, then lower the printer until it rests securely on the unit. 9. Make sure all corners of the printer fit firmly onto the unit. Then pull out the paper cassette and fasten the unit using the fittings and screws provided.
  • Page 29 10. On the back of the printer, fasten the unit using the fittings and screws provided. Note: Also fasten the 500-Sheet Lower Cassette Unit with the fittings and screws provided if you are installing both options at the same time.
  • Page 30 13. Pull out the paper cassette and attach the printer supports and printer support covers to the front of the printer, then attach the printer supports to the back of the printer. 14. Attach the included L-shaped printer support to the side of the unit as shown below.

  • Page 31: Duplex Unit

    Duplex Unit Installing the optional Duplex Unit (C81318 ) allows you to automatically print on both sides of the paper. Follow these steps to install the optional Duplex Unit: 1. Open the shipping carton. 2. Remove the inserts and all other protective materials inside the box.
  • Page 32 3. Remove the cover and the Duplex Unit connector cover on the side of the printer as shown below. Installing Options...
  • Page 33 4. Insert the paper transfer unit as shown below. 5. Fasten the paper transfer unit with the included screws. Installing Options...
  • Page 34 6. Connect the cable on the right side of the paper transfer unit to the connector on the printer. 7. Remove the covers shown below. Installing Options...
  • Page 35 8. Hold the Duplex Unit at an angle and insert the two tabs at the base of the unit into the slots (marked with arrows) on the printer. Push to attach the upper portion of the unit onto the printer.
  • Page 36 10. Remove the protective cover from the cable attached to the Duplex Unit, then plug the ends of the cable into the appropriate connectors at the side of the printer. 11. Replace the connector cover and fasten the screw. 12. After you install the Duplex Unit, slide the tether tension lever to the position shown below.

  • Page 37: Hard Disk Drive

    For instructions, see the Reference Guide. 1. Make sure the printer is not turned on, and unplug the power cord if it is plugged into an electrical outlet.
  • Page 38 To avoid losing the retaining screws, do not remove them completely from the plate. Warning: Avoid touching electrical components that are exposed after you remove the plate. They may be very hot if the printer has been in use. Installing Options...
  • Page 39 4. Identify the Hard Disk Drive socket. Its relative location is as shown below. 5. Unpack the Hard Disk Drive. 6. Hold the Hard Disk Drive such that its electrical connector is on the same side as the socket on the circuit board. Hard Disk Drive socket Installing Options...
  • Page 40 7. Lower and attach the drive into the circuit board, making sure the connector is securely fastened into the socket. 8. Fasten the two screws provided in the positions illustrated below. Installing Options...
  • Page 41 9. Return the plate to its original position. Place the two outside tabs of the plate under the edge of the opening with the inside tabs on top of the edge. 10. Push the plate down into place. Then fasten the two retaining screws that you loosened earlier.

  • Page 42: Memory Module

    The printer comes with 16 MB of memory. By installing an optional Dual In-line Memory Module (DIMM), you can increase printer memory up to a maximum of 256 MB. You may want to add memory if you are having difficulty printing complex,...
  • Page 43 For instructions, see the Reference Guide. 1. Make sure the printer is not turned on, and unplug the power cord if it is plugged into an electrical outlet.
  • Page 44 To avoid losing the retaining screws, do not remove them completely from the plate. Warning: Avoid touching electrical components that are exposed after you remove the plate. They may be very hot if the printer has been in use. Installing Options...
  • Page 45 4. Identify the DIMM slot. Its relative location is as shown below. DIMM slot 5. Pull the clips on each side of the DIMM slot outward. Installing Options...
  • Page 46 6. Hold the memory module above the DIMM slot in the following orientation, then insert it into the slot. Do not apply too much force. 7. Push one end of the DIMM into the slot until the clip comes 8. With your other hand, push down the other end of the DIMM into the slot until the clip comes up to retain the memory module securely.
  • Page 47 9. Return the plate to its original position. Place the two outside tabs of the plate under the edge of the opening with the inside tabs on top of the edge. 10. Push the plate down into place. Then fasten the two retaining screws that you loosened earlier.

  • Page 48: Adobe Postscript 3 Rom Module

    For instructions, see the Reference Guide. 1. Make sure the printer is not turned on, and unplug the power cord if it is plugged into an electrical outlet.
  • Page 49 To avoid losing the retaining screws, do not remove them completely from the plate. Warning: Avoid touching electrical components that are exposed after you remove the plate. They may be very hot if the printer has been in use. Installing Options...
  • Page 50 4. Identify the slots for ROM modules. Their relative locations are as shown below. 5. Hold the ROM module in the following orientation, then insert the ROM module into slot A. Installing Options slot A slot B slot C...
  • Page 51 6. Push the ROM module into the slot evenly until the button comes up. 7. Return the plate to its original position. Place the two outside tabs of the plate under the edge of the opening with the inside tabs on top of the edge. Installing Options...
  • Page 52 8. Push the plate down into place. Then fasten the two retaining screws that you loosened earlier. 9. Gently replace the top cover until it clicks shut. Installing Options...

  • Page 53: Interface Card

    Interface Card A variety of optional interface cards are available to provide additional links between your printer and computers or networks. See the Reference Guide or a complete list of available optional interface cards. Follow these steps to install an optional interface card: 1.

  • Page 54: 5-Bin Multi-Purpose Unit

    4. Secure the interface card by fastening the two retaining screws. 5-Bin Multi-Purpose Unit The optional 5-Bin Multi-Purpose Unit (C81320 ) can be used as a mailbox, a sorter, a multiple sorter, or a large capacity stacker. The output capacity is 500 printed sheets of plain paper. Follow these steps to install the optional 5-Bin Multi-Purpose Unit: 1.
  • Page 55 3. Remove the printer covers, as shown below. 4. Place the unit on top of the printer. Be careful not to drop the unit. Installing Options...
  • Page 56 5. Fasten the screw on the front of the unit. 6. Fasten the screw on the back of the unit, then attach the cable to the connector on the back of the printer. Installing Options...
  • Page 57 7. Attach the covers as shown below. Installing Options...
  • Page 58 8. Insert the tray shown below into Bin 1. (The tray has the number 1 printed on the top right corner). Please note that this tray differs in shape from the trays for the other bins. Installing Options...
  • Page 59 9. Insert the trays shown below into Bins 2 to 4, starting from the bottom. (These trays are numbered from 2 to 4). Please note that these trays differ in shape from the trays for Bins 1 and 5. bottom Installing Options...

  • Page 60: 10-Bin Multi-Purpose Unit

    10. Insert the tray shown below into Bin 5. (The tray has the number 5 printed on the top right corner). Please note that the this tray differs in shape from the trays for the other bins. 11. Open the back cover of the unit and remove all protective materials.
  • Page 61 3. Attach the two metal plates to the left side of the printer with the included fittings and screws, as shown below.
  • Page 62 4. Attach the lower support clamp to the bottom of the printer as shown. Press up on the clamp until it clicks into place. 5. Open the cover on the back side of the 10-Bin Multi-Purpose Unit and remove the protective materials inside.
  • Page 63 6. Insert one end of the lower support bar into the lower support clamp on the printer and the other end into the lower support clamp on the 10-Bin Multi-Purpose Unit. Then roll the 10-Bin Multi-Purpose Unit toward the printer until the magnets on the unit make contact with the metal plates.
  • Page 64 7. Tighten the screw at the bottom of the unit to secure the lower support bar. 8. Remove the stickers from the holes on the face-down tray, then attach the lower paper guide as shown below. Installing Options...
  • Page 65 Purpose Unit. Tighten the screws on both sides of the paper guide, then close the upper paper guide cover. 10. Attach the cables from the 10-Bin Multi-Purpose Unit to the printer and the paper guide as shown below. Installing Options...
  • Page 66 11. Insert the output trays into the unit, starting from the bottom. All the trays are of the same shape. Installing Options...
  • Page 67 12. If you need to adjust the height of the unit, remove the cover on the front wheel first, then turn the front screws to the left. Turn the top screw to adjust the height of the unit, then turn the front screws to the right to secure the top screw.

  • Page 68: Plugging In The Printer

    Attaching the Power Cord Follow these steps to plug the printer into an electrical outlet: 1. Make sure the power switch on the front of the printer is turned off. 2. Insert the power cord into the AC inlet at the back of the printer, then plug the other end into a properly grounded outlet.

  • Page 69: Loading Paper

    Note: When you load Executive, G-Letter, HLT, Ledger, B4, G-Legal, and other custom paper sizes, select the paper size in the printer driver, then set the paper size for the MP tray using the SelecType Tray Menu. For instructions, see “SelecType Settings” in the Reference Guide.
  • Page 70 1. Pull out the paper cassette and remove the protective materials inside. 2. Push down the inner tray until it clicks onto the bottom of the cassette. Plugging in the Printer...
  • Page 71 Be sure not to load paper higher than the maximum paper mark. If your printouts are curled or do not stack properly when using plain paper, try turning the stack over and reloading it. printable side up Plugging in the Printer...
  • Page 72 5. Adjust the vertical and horizontal paper guides to match the size of your paper. Note: Make sure to adjust the paper guides to the paper size you load; otherwise, the printer will not print properly. 6. Push the paper cassette in. Plugging in the Printer...

  • Page 73: Loading Paper Into The Lower Cassette

    7. Peel the appropriate paper size label from the label sheet included with your printer and attach it to the outside of the MP tray. Loading paper into the lower cassette The lower cassette can accommodate a variety of paper sizes. It handles 500 sheets of plain paper, allowing you to load a total of 750 sheets when used in combination with the MP tray.
  • Page 74 1. Pull the paper cassette all the way out, and remove the protective materials inside. 2. Push down the inner tray until it clicks onto the bottom of the cassette. Plugging in the Printer...
  • Page 75 3. While pressing the vertical paper guide, pull it up and slide it outward to accommodate the paper you are loading. 4. Insert the horizontal paper guide into the slot for the paper size you want to load. Plugging in the Printer...
  • Page 76 Make sure to adjust the paper guides to match the paper size you load; otherwise, the printer will not print properly. 6. Set the paper size with the paper-size dial.
  • Page 77 7. Push the paper cassette in. 8. Peel the appropriate paper size label from the label sheet included with your printer and attach it to the outside of the cassette. Plugging in the Printer...

  • Page 78: Selecting The Paper Size

    Selecting the paper size By default, the printer driver is set for A4 size paper. If you load paper of a different size, change the Paper Size setting on the printer driver’s Basic Settings tab. For more information on using the printer driver, see the driver’s online help.
  • Page 79 Ready message will appear. 4. Make sure the On Line light is on. This indicates that the printer is ready to accept and print data. If it isn’t on, press the On Line button. 5. Press Enter two times. The printer will print the status sheet, showing the current printer settings.

  • Page 80: Connecting The Printer To A Computer

    Connecting the Printer to a Computer Although this printer is intended to be used on a network, you can use the parallel interface to connect the printer directly to a computer. Note: Your printer also has room for an optional interface. See Chapter 4, “Using Options,”...
  • Page 81 3. Secure the connector by pushing the two wire clips together until they lock into place on both sides of the connector. If your cable has a ground wire, connect it to the printer’s ground connector as shown below. 4. Connect the other end of the cable to your computer, and fasten it as required.

  • Page 82: System Requirements

    To use your printer with a PC, you need Microsoft 98/95/3.1, Windows 2000, or Windows NT To install and use the printer software (printer driver and utilities) included on the CD-ROM or floppy disk packed with your printer, your system should meet the following requirements:...

  • Page 83: For Dos Programs

    When asked to select a printer, pick the first printer available in the list below. EPL-N2750 EPL-N2700 EPL-N4000 EPL-5500/5500+ EPL-N1200 EPL-5600 EPL-3000 EPL-5200/5200+ HP LaserJet 4L HP LaserJet 4 If you choose a printer other than the EPL-N2750, you may not be able to use some printer features. For DOS Programs...

  • Page 84: After This

    Using the Online Guide The online guide contains detailed instructions on how to use the printer, and provides you with information on installing and using optional products. You can view this guide directly from the CD-ROM, or install it into your computer and view it from your hard disk.

  • Page 85: Safety Information

    The recommended exposure limit for ozone is 0.02 parts per million (ppm) expressed as an average time-weighted concentration over an eight-hour period. The EPL-N2750 laser printer generates less than 0.01 ppm for eight hours of continuous printing in a closed room of approximately 1000 cubic feet (8’...

  • Page 86: Laser Safety

    Not blown directly into the user’s face. Vented directly out of the building whenever possible. Laser Safety This printer is certified as a Class 1 laser product under the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Radiation Performance Standard according to the Radiation Control for Health and Safety Act of 1968.

  • Page 87: Cdrh Regulations

    For European users United Kingdom The EPL-N2750 is a page printer which utilizes a semiconductor laser. There is no possibility of danger from the laser, provided the printer is operated according to the instructions in the guides provided. Since radiation emitted by the laser is completely confined within protective housings, the laser beam cannot escape from the machine during any phase of user operation.

  • Page 88: 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 89 Safety information Warning: This appliance must be earthed. Refer to rating plate for voltage and check that the appliance voltage corresponds to the supply voltage. Important: The wires in the mains lead fitted to this appliance are coloured in accordance with the following code: Green and yellow—Earth Blue—Neutral Brown—Live...
  • Page 90 Safety Information...

  • Page 91: Index

    Index Numerics 10-Bin Multi-Purpose Unit, 54 500-Sheet Lower Cassette Unit, 13 5-Bin Multi-Purpose Unit, 48 Assembling the printer, 6 Connecting power cord, 62 printer to computer, 74 DOS programs, 77 Duplex Unit, 25 Hard Disk Drive, 31 Imaging cartridge, 8...
  • Page 92 Safety CDRH regulations, 81 ENERGY STAR Compliance, 79 internal laser radiation, 82 labels, 82 laser, 80 laser printer precautions, 1 ozone, 79 read before using, 3 Warnings, Cautions, and Notes, 5 Side cover, attaching, 7 Status sheet, printing, 72 System requirements, 76...

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