Epson Stylus 1500 Reference Manual
Epson Stylus 1500 Reference Manual

Epson Stylus 1500 Reference Manual

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  • Page 1: Reference Guide

    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, or (excluding the U.S.) failure to...
  • Page 2 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 energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio or television reception.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction Energy Star Compliance ..... . Energy-saving Tips ..... . How to Use This Manual .
  • Page 4 ......3-9 Transporting the Printer ..... . . 3-10 Calibrating the Printer When Printing From DOS .
  • Page 5 Using the C823051 or C823061 Serial Interface Board . . . Installing an Optional Interface Board ....Connecting the Printer to the Network ... Appendix B Technical Specifications Printing .
  • Page 6 ......C-1 EPSON ESC/P 2 Commands ....C-1 IBM XL24E Emulation Codes .
  • Page 7: Printer Parts

    Printer Parts printer cover paper-release lever knob tear-off edge edge guides (manual feed slot) center support paper support sprocket-lock lever sprocket cover optional parallel interface interface cover monochrome print head control panel black ink cartridge compartment page eject guides rear edge guide...
  • Page 8: Introduction

    Setup and Software Guide. Note: After you install the driver, check the ReadMe icon in the EPSON group in Windows or the README1st icon on the Macintosh hard disk for the latest information about your printer and software.
  • Page 9: Energy-Saving Tips

    E-mail rather than memos. Not only is this faster, but you’ll save paper and storage space too. How to Use This Manual After you have set up the printer as described in the Setup and Software Guide, refer to this manual for the following information: Chapter 1, “Paper Handling,”...
  • Page 10: 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: Technical information on the installation, configuration,...
  • Page 11: Electronic Support Services

    You can purchase ink cartridges, paper, parts, printed manuals, and accessories for EPSON products from EPSON Accessories at (800) 873-7766 (U.S. sales). In Canada, call (800) BUY-EPSON. If you purchased your printer outside the United States or Canada, contact your EPSON dealer or the marketing location nearest you for customer support and service.
  • Page 12 Epson America Forum on CompuServe. If you are already a member, simply type GO EPSON at the menu prompt to reach the Forum. If you are not currently a member, you are eligible for a free introductory membership as an owner of an EPSON product.
  • Page 13: 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 or insert objects through the slots.
  • Page 14: Chapter 1 Paper Handling

    However, if the coated paper does not absorb enough ink, the ink can smear. To ensure the best results, EPSON provides special papers and transparencies that are formulated for the inks used in EPSON ink jet printers.
  • Page 15: Setting The Thickness Adjustment Lever

    To order EPSON papers and transparencies, contact your dealer or call EPSON Accessories at (800) 873-7766 (U.S. only). In Canada, call (800) BUY-EPSON for sales locations. Use the following part numbers when ordering: Paper or other media Special coated paper...
  • Page 16 If a document is smeared, set the thickness adjustment lever to the + position (regardless of the paper type) and print it again. To access the lever, open the printer cover; the lever is in the right back corner, as shown in the following illustration.
  • Page 17: Loading Plain Paper

    1. Make sure the paper-release lever is set to the single-sheet position. 2. Raise the output tray until it locks in the upright position. Paper Handling TITLE LM-9.EPS EPSON AMERICA, INC. DATE Documentation Department 9/7/95 20770 Madrona Avenue, Torrance, CA 90503 (310) 782-0770 DRAWN BY B.
  • Page 18 3. Slide the right edge guide to the left as far as it will go. Then slide the left edge guide to match the width of your paper. 4. Move the center support to a point midway between the edge guides. Then gently extend the rear edge guide until it stops.
  • Page 19 6. Load the stack of paper, printable side down, all the way into the sheet feeder. Make sure the right edge of the stack is against the right edge guide. Next, slide the left edge guide against the left edge of the paper. Note: The sheet feeder can hold up to 100 sheets of 17-lb (64 g/m paper.
  • Page 20 When you load paper in the landscape direction (wider than it is tall), the rear edge guide may not match the length of your paper. In this case, remove the rear edge guide and re-insert it as shown. 8. Lower the output tray to the printing position. Make sure that the rear edge guide of the paper tray is positioned under the output tray.
  • Page 21: Loading Oversized Paper

    Loading Oversized Paper When you load paper more than 14.3 inches (364 mm) wide or 16.5 inches (420 mm) long, you need to adjust the edge guides on the sheet feeder and the output tray as follows. Note: You can load paper up to 17 inches (432 mm) wide; however, the maximum printable width is 13.6 inches (345 mm).
  • Page 22 4. Move the center support to a point midway between the edge guides. 5. Pull the output tray extension out as far as it will go. 6. Gently extend the rear edge guide of the paper support until it stops. 7.
  • Page 23 8. Load the stack of paper, printable side down, so that the right edge of the stack is against the right side of the sheet feeder. Next, slide the left edge guide against the left edge of the paper. Note: Do not load more than 30 sheets of oversized paper into the sheet feeder.
  • Page 24: Loading Single Sheets Manually

    See “Adjusting the Loading Position” on page 1-28. Follow these steps to load a single sheet in the manual feed slot: 1. Turn on the printer. Make sure that the paper-release lever is set to the single-sheet position. Note: If a sheet of paper is in the manual feed slot before you turn on the printer, the paper is ejected with nothing printed.
  • Page 25 2. Lower both page eject guides. 3. Position the right edge guide to the right of the arrow mark on top of the manual feed slot. Then slide the left edge guide to match the paper’s width. Note: If loading paper more than 14.3 inches (364 mm) wide, move the right edge guide to the right as far as it will go.
  • Page 26 Then try loading it again. 5. Use the print command in your software to start printing a document. When the printer finishes printing, it ejects the sheet. If the sheet does not eject completely, press the Load/Eject button. 6. To switch back to the sheet feeder, press the Load/Eject button or send data to the printer without inserting a sheet into the manual feed slot.
  • Page 27: Using Special Papers And Other Media

    Using Special Papers and Other Media When using special coated paper, glossy paper, transparencies, envelopes, labels, or banner paper, keep the following in mind: Use special coated paper and glossy paper within one year of purchase. Use transparencies within six months. Do not touch the printable surface of the paper;...
  • Page 28: Loading Coated Or Glossy Special Papers And Transparencies

    50 sheets of transparency film 30 sheets of high-quality glossy paper. Note: Use only EPSON transparency film and high-quality glossy paper. Remember to change the printer driver settings so they are appropriate for the media you loaded. See your Setup and Software Guide for instructions.
  • Page 29 Follow these steps to load envelopes: 1. Make sure you set the thickness adjustment lever to the correct position for envelope printing, as described on page 1-3. 2. You can load up to 10 envelopes in the sheet feeder with the printable side facing down as shown.
  • Page 30 Note: Before printing on envelopes from DOS using the sheet feeder, the printer must be in the envelope printing mode. To enter this mode, load a single envelope from the sheet feeder and then eject it by pressing the Load/Eject button. The printer will now feed envelopes correctly.
  • Page 31: Loading Labels

    Appendix B for specifications. Use labels that completely cover the backing sheet; otherwise, they may peel off and become jammed in the printer. For continuous labels: Choose labels mounted on a continuous backing sheet with sprocket holes for use with the tractor feeder. Follow the instructions on page 1-22 to load continuous labels like any other type of continuous paper.
  • Page 32 Removing continuous labels Follow these steps to remove labels printed on continuous paper: 1. Tear off the fresh supply of labels at the rear of the printer. 2. Press the LF/FF button to advance the remaining labels out of the printer.
  • Page 33: Loading Banner Paper

    Follow these steps to remove banner paper: 1. Cut off the paper at the back of the printer where it enters the manual feed slot. 2. Press the Load/Eject button to feed the paper out of the printer.
  • Page 34: Printing On Continuous Paper

    Caution: Do not use the knob on the left side of the printer to adjust the loading position; this may damage the printer or cause it to lose the top-of-form position.
  • Page 35: Loading Continuous Paper

    Loading Continuous Paper Follow these steps to load continuous paper in the printer: 1. Place the supply of continuous paper directly behind the printer so that paper can feed smoothly. Make sure the paper path is not obstructed, and allow enough room for printed pages to be stacked in front of the printer.
  • Page 36 4. Release the sprocket units on the tractor by raising the sprocket-lock levers. 5. Move the sprocket units to match the paper’s width; then position the center support midway between the two sprocket units. 1-23 Paper Handling...
  • Page 37 6. Open both sprocket covers. 7. Make sure the printable side of the paper is up. Then fit the first four holes of the paper over the sprocket pins and close the sprocket covers. 1-24 Paper Handling...
  • Page 38 8. Position the left sprocket unit so its right edge is aligned with the arrow mark on the printer. The arrow mark indicates the left edge of the printable area. Then lower the sprocket-lock lever to lock the left sprocket unit.
  • Page 39 10. Reattach the manual feed guide to the printer. Match the holes of the guide to the pins on both sides of the printer and push until they click into place. 11. Lower both page eject guides. 1-26 Paper Handling...
  • Page 40: Removing Continuous Paper

    12. Make sure the rear edge guide of the paper support is pushed under the output tray, as shown below, to prevent a paper jam. 13. When the printer receives data, it advances the continuous paper to the loading position and starts printing. Removing Continuous Paper...
  • Page 41: Adjusting The Loading Position

    Caution: Do not use the knob on the left side of the printer to adjust the loading position; this may damage the printer or cause it to lose the top-of-form position.
  • Page 42: Adjusting The Tear-Off Position

    Note: Your setting remains in effect until you change it again, even if you turn off the printer. The printer has a minimum and maximum loading position, beyond which the paper stops moving. Adjusting the Tear-Off Position When you press the Load/Eject button after you have finished printing a page of continuous paper, you may find that the perforation is not aligned with the tear-off edge.
  • Page 43 Default Setting mode. Do not use the knob on the left side of the printer to adjust the tear-off position; this may damage the printer or cause it to lose the top-of-form position.
  • Page 44: Switching Between Continuous Paper And Single Sheets

    Switching to Single Sheets To switch from continuous paper to single sheets, follow these steps: 1. If any printed sheets remain in the printer, tear off the printed pages. 2. Press the Load/Eject button. The printer feeds the continuous paper backward to the paper-park position.
  • Page 45: Switching To Continuous Paper

    5. The printer is ready to print. When it receives data, it loads a single sheet from the sheet feeder or manual feed slot. Note: The paper eject guides raise automatically when a single sheet is loaded from the sheet feeder.
  • Page 46: Chapter 2 Controlling The Printer

    Chapter 2 Controlling the Printer This chapter explains how to control the printer using the control panel. It also describes the additional printer functions you can perform using the Default Setting mode. Using the Control Panel The printer’s control panel contains lights for displaying the printer status and buttons for controlling certain functions, as described in this section.
  • Page 47: Lights

    If color ink runs out while you’re printing, the printer stops. You can continue to print with the black ink cartridge by switching to monochrome printing. To do this, turn off the printer, turn it on again, and resend your print job. Paper Out On when the printer runs out of paper.
  • Page 48: Buttons

    Use this mode for rough drafts of text only. Condensed On when condensed mode is selected. In this mode, the printer prints selected fonts at 60% of their width so that more characters can fit on a page. Font Indicates which font is selected.
  • Page 49 Pause again. The settings made in this mode are saved in the printer’s memory. Load/Eject Loads or ejects a sheet of paper. The printer normally loads and ejects paper automatically. When using continuous paper, press this button to feed paper backward to the paper-park position.
  • Page 50 Load/Eject + Operate button (LQ self test) Checks the paper length and performs a printer self test at 360 dpi; see “Testing the Printer” in Chapter 1 of your Setup and Software Guide for more information. LF/FF + Operate button (Draft self test) Checks the paper length and performs a printer self test at 180 dpi;...
  • Page 51: Using The Default Setting Mode

    Pause light is on and then turn off the printer. Note: If the printer is in economy mode when a demonstration page is printed, black will print as gray. Economy/Condensed + Operate button (Default Setting mode) Enters the printer’s Default Setting mode;...
  • Page 52 To turn on Default Setting mode and print instructions, turn off the printer. Make sure there is paper loaded in the printer. Then hold down the Economy/Condensed button while you turn the printer back on. Follow the instructions the printer prints to change the default settings by pressing the buttons on the control panel.
  • Page 53 The printer will ignore data from the parallel interface. Auto interface wait time. Sets the time period for the printer to wait for data from the current interface (and accept no data from the other interface) when you’re using the Auto interface mode.
  • Page 54 Software. Specifies the printer control language to use when printing from DOS: EPSON ESC/P 2 (default) or IBM XL24E. If your software allows you to select EPSON ESC/P 2, choose it for the most advanced fonts and graphics. Auto CR. Specifies that the printer perform a carriage return and line feed operation if the print positions exceed the right margin of the paper.
  • Page 55 Auto tear off. When using continuous paper, advances the paper perforation to the tear-off position where you can easily tear off the printed pages. When the printer receives data, it automatically reverses the paper to the top-of-form position and starts printing, so you can use all of the next sheet.
  • Page 56: Chapter 3 Maintenance

    The Pause light flashes throughout the cleaning cycle and then stays on when the cycle is finished. To clean the black print head: 1. Make sure the printer is on and press the Pause button. 2. Hold down the Alt button and press LF/FF. The cleaning cycle begins.
  • Page 57: Replacing The Ink Cartridges

    If the print quality does not improve after you clean the print heads three times, and you are sure the cartridges are not low or out of ink (as described in the next section), contact your dealer or authorized EPSON servicer. Replacing the Ink Cartridges The printer’s Ink Out O (black) and Ink Out NNN (color) lights...
  • Page 58: Selecting The Correct Ink Cartridges

    If the black ink cartridge is empty, you cannot continue printing, even if the color cartridge still contains ink. Selecting the Correct Ink Cartridges Use only these EPSON ink cartridges in your Stylus 1500 printer: Black ink cartridge Color ink cartridge When you need new ink cartridges, contact your dealer or call EPSON Accessories at (800) 873-7766 (U.S.
  • Page 59: Replacing The Black Ink Cartridge

    3. Remove the ink compartment cover as shown below. 4. Carefully pull the used ink cartridge straight out of the printer and dispose of it so any excess ink does not spill out. Do not take the used cartridge apart or try to refill it.
  • Page 60 6. Insert the end of the cartridge with the foil plug into the ink compartment following the directions on the cartridge label. 7. Push the cartridge all the way into the compartment until the cartridge meets the back of the ink compartment. Make sure the Ink Out O light goes off.
  • Page 61: Replacing The Color Ink Cartridge

    2. Press the Pause button (check that the Pause light comes on). 3. Open the printer cover using the notch on the cover. 4. Hold down the Alt button for about five seconds until the print head moves slightly left to the ink cartridge install position.
  • Page 62 6. Lift the cartridge out of the printer and dispose of it carefully so any excess ink does not spill out. Do not take the used cartridge apart or try to refill it. Warning: If ink gets on your hands, wash them thoroughly with soap and water.
  • Page 63 8. Lower the ink cartridge into its holder with the label facing up and the arrow pointing to the back of the printer. Do not push down on the ink cartridge. 9. Press the ink cartridge clamp down until it locks in place.
  • Page 64: Cleaning The Printer

    If you want to clean the printer, follow these steps: 1. Turn off the printer and disconnect any cables connected to it. Be sure to keep the printer cover closed as you clean it. 2. Remove any paper or other media from the sheet feeder and rear tractor.
  • Page 65: Transporting The Printer

    Transporting the Printer If you need to transport your printer, follow these steps: 1. Open the printer cover and make sure that the print heads are locked in the far right position. If they aren’t, turn on the printer, wait about 10 seconds, and turn it off. Close the printer cover.
  • Page 66: Calibrating The Printer When Printing From Dos

    Sheet that was packed with the printer. 7. Repack the printer and attachments in the original box. Be sure to keep the printer flat as you transport it. If you notice problems with your printed output after transporting the printer, clean the print heads as described earlier in this chapter.
  • Page 67: Chapter 4 Troubleshooting

    If you have a printing problem, check the appropriate section and follow all suggestions that apply to your problem. Also check the ReadMe icon in the Windows EPSON group or the README1st icon on your Macintosh hard disk for the latest information.
  • Page 68 Load/Eject button; then lower the paper-release lever to the continuous paper position. Turn the printer off, check for and clear any carriage obstructions (paper, etc.), and turn the printer back on. If the error persists, contact your dealer or an authorized service provider.
  • Page 69: Print Quality Problems

    For color or complex grayscale images, turn on MicroWeave and turn off High Speed mode. Use a higher quality paper. For best print quality, use EPSON special coated papers for 360 and 720 dpi or EPSON high-quality glossy paper (720 dpi only). Note: Do not use high-quality glossy paper when you print at 360 dpi.
  • Page 70: Printed Output Is Faint, Blurred, Or Of Poor Quality

    Use a higher quality paper. If you are using 720-dpi resolution, you get better results when you use EPSON special coated paper for 720 dpi or EPSON high-quality glossy paper. Check whether economy printing mode is on. To turn off this mode, press the Economy/Condensed button until the Economy light goes off.
  • Page 71: Printed Image Is Smeared

    Your Windows video driver may not be compatible with the printer. Use the standard Windows VGA driver or contact the manufacturer of your video card for an updated driver. For information on changing the video driver, see your Windows documentation.
  • Page 72: You See White Banding In Your Printouts

    If you still see white banding, clean the print heads as described in Chapter 3. The printout contains incorrect or garbled characters. Make sure EPSON Stylus 1500 is selected as the default Windows printer driver (Windows driver) or is the last printer selected in the Chooser (Macintosh driver).
  • Page 73: You See Incorrect Colors In Your Printout

    You see incorrect colors in your printout. Make sure EPSON Stylus 1500 is selected as the default Windows printer driver (Windows driver) or is the last printer selected in the Chooser (Macintosh driver). Check that the printer driver’s Brightness and Contrast settings (Windows driver) or Light/Dark setting (Macintosh driver) are appropriate for the image.
  • Page 74: Printing Has Stopped But The Pause Light Is Off

    Turn off the printer and perform a self test as described in Chapter 1 of your Setup and Software Guide. If the self test does not print, the problem is with the printer. If the self test prints correctly, the problem is probably caused by your software.
  • Page 75: The Printer Sounds Like It Is Printing, But Nothing Prints

    Chapter 3. If this does not solve the problem, replace the ink cartridge(s). The printer prints blank pages. Make sure EPSON Stylus 1500 is selected as the default Windows printer driver (Windows driver) or is the last printer selected in the Chooser (Macintosh driver).
  • Page 76: You See Error Messages On Your Pc Because Of Printing Conflicts

    Manager files, for example, C:\SPLTEMP. 2. Open the EPSON program group and double-click the Spool Manager icon. 3. Make sure EPSON Stylus 1500 is selected, and then open the Queue menu. 4. Select Setup. In the Queue Setup dialog box, change the spool directory to the one you created in step 1.
  • Page 77: The Printer Does Not Seem To Receive Print Jobs

    The printer does not seem to receive print jobs. On a PC, release any print jobs that may be held in the EPSON Spool Manager. Open the Spool Manager and click any job marked pending or held. Then open the Document menu and select Delete.
  • Page 78: Paper Handling Problems

    Use a higher quality paper that is suitable for ink jet printers and is not too thin, too thick, or rough. For best quality, use EPSON special coated and high-quality glossy papers. See Appendix B for paper specifications. Fan the stack of paper before you load it.
  • Page 79: Continuous Paper Problems

    The paper was exposed to excess humidity, over 60%. See Appendix B for specifications on required environmental conditions. The left edge guide is too tight or too loose; adjust it for the size of the paper. The thickness adjustment lever is set incorrectly for the media;...
  • Page 80 Make sure that your paper supply is positioned within 3 feet (1 meter) of the printer. Check that the holes on the sides of the paper are aligned with each other. Also, make sure the sprocket units are locked and their covers are closed.
  • Page 81: Other Paper Handling Problems

    The paper is jammed inside the printer. Be sure you remove all of the paper. Caution: Use the knob on the left side of the printer only to clear paper jams and only when the printer is off. Otherwise, you may damage the printer or change the top-of-form position.
  • Page 82 Make sure the printer driver’s Copies setting and the copies setting in your application software are set to print one copy at a time. Also verify that you have selected the correct paper size in the driver and in your application software.
  • Page 83: Other Problems

    If you often print pages with large graphics and dense text with little white space, you will use up cartridges faster than if you print pages with lots of white space. The printer also uses ink during a print head cleaning cycle, so do not perform cleaning cycles unless necessary.
  • Page 84: Appendix A Using Optional Interfaces

    PC and describes how to install a board in your printer. For information on using optional interfaces with your Macintosh, see the Setup and Software Guide for Macintosh. Interface Boards for the PC The following EPSON interface boards are compatible with your printer: Interface board Serial Interface board...
  • Page 85: Using The C823051 Or C823061 Serial Interface Board

    Handshake timing When the vacant 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 vacant area for data in the buffer increases to 512 bytes, the printer outputs an X-ON code or sets the DTR flag to 0 (SPACE) to indicate that it is ready to receive data.
  • Page 86: Installing An Optional Interface Board

    Installing an Optional Interface Board 1. Turn off the printer. 2. Unplug the printer’s power cord from the electrical outlet and disconnect any interface cables. Caution: Do not install or remove an interface board when the printer is connected to the electrical outlet; this may damage your printer or computer.
  • Page 87 8. Reconnect any interface cables you disconnected in step 2. 9. Make sure the printer is off. Then plug in the power cord. You may need to change the settings for the interface options using the printer’s Default Setting mode. See “Using the Default Setting Mode”...
  • Page 88: Connecting The Printer To The Network

    Ethernet interface board. Connect the network cable to one node of the T-connector. If the printer is not the last device in a daisy-chain, connect another network cable to the other node of the T-connector. If the printer is the last device, attach a 50-ohm terminator to the other node of the T-connector.
  • Page 89: Appendix B Technical Specifications

    Appendix B Technical Specifications Printing Printing method: Nozzle configuration: Available only with the optional color print head and ink cartridge installed Printable columns and printing speed: Character pitch (characters per inch) 17 (10 condensed) 20 (12 condensed) Resolution: Paper feed speed: Input buffer: Print direction: Control code:...
  • Page 90: Paper

    Since the quality of any particular brand or type of paper may be changed by the manufacturer at any time, EPSON cannot guarantee the use of any particular brand or type of paper. Always test samples of paper stock before purchasing large quantities or printing large jobs.
  • Page 91 Envelopes: Size Paper types Thickness Paper weight Index cards: Size Paper types Thickness Weight Single sheet labels: Size Paper types Total thickness Transparencies: Size Thickness Banner paper: Size Paper types Thickness Weight No. 10 9.5 4.1 inches (241 104 mm) 8.7 4.3 inches (220 110 mm) 9.0 6.4 inches (229 162 mm) Plain bond or air mail paper...
  • Page 92 Continuous paper: Size Paper types Thickness Weight Continuous labels: Size Paper types Thickness Note: Poor quality paper may reduce print quality and cause paper jams and other problems. If you encounter problems, switch to a higher grade of paper. Print on special coated paper, high-quality glossy paper, envelopes, and transparencies only under these normal conditions: Temperature Humidity...
  • Page 93 The following EPSON genuine papers are available: S041062 Special coated paper for 720 dpi printing (Letter) S041067 Special coated paper for 720 dpi printing (Legal) S041069 Special coated paper for 720 dpi printing (Super A3/B) S041070 Special coated paper for 720 dpi printing (B)
  • Page 94 Envelopes The minimum top margin is 0.33 inch (8.5 mm). The minimum left margin is 0.12 inch (3.0 mm). The minimum right margin is 0.12 inch (3.0 mm). The minimum bottom margin is 0.55 inch (14.0 mm). Note: Load envelopes long edge first, face down. Continuous paper The minimum top and bottom margins above and below the perforation are 9.0 mm (0.35 inch).
  • Page 95: Ink Cartridges

    Ink Cartridges Black ink cartridge (S020062): Color Print capacity* Cartridge life* Temperature Dimensions Color ink cartridge (S020049): Colors Print capacity* Cartridge life* Temperature Dimensions Ink cartridge life may vary. If you often print large graphics and dense text with little white space, you use ink faster than if you print pages with lots of white space.
  • Page 96: Mechanical

    Caution: Use only genuine EPSON ink cartridges and do not refill them. Other products may cause damage to your printer that is not covered by EPSON’s warranties. Do not use an ink cartridge after the expiration date on the package.
  • Page 97: Electrical

    Electrical Input voltage range: Rated frequency range: Input frequency range: Rated current: Power consumption: Environmental Temperature: Humidity: Safety Approvals Safety standards: EMC: 103.5 to 132 V 50 to 60 Hz 49.5 to 60.5 Hz 0.7 A Approx. 23 W (during self test, LQ at 10 cpi) Operation 50 to 95°F (10 to 35°C) Storage* 4 to 140°F ( 20 to 60°C)
  • Page 98: Fonts

    Fonts The printer comes with an installed set of fonts, which are selectable using the Default Setting mode. However, the printer always uses the fonts you select with your software program. The only time you need to select the printer’s installed fonts is when your software program does not allow you to select fonts.
  • Page 99: Interface Specifications

    1 and LOW when it is logical 0. About a 5- s pulse. LOW indicates data has been received and the printer is ready to accept more data. BUSY A HIGH signal indicates the printer cannot receive data.
  • Page 100 — — — — B-12 Technical Specifications Direction Description A HIGH signal indicates the printer is in a paper-out state or in an error state. SLCT Pulled up to +5 V through AUTO Not used FEED — Not used —...
  • Page 101: Timing Chart

    0.2 microseconds. Data transfer must be carried out by observing the ACKNLG or BUSY signal. Data transfer to this printer can be carried out only after receipt of the ACKNLG signal or when the level of the BUSY signal is LOW.
  • Page 102: Default Settings

    All three initialization methods reset the font according to the default settings selected using the control panel. However, ESC @ does not initialize the printer mechanism, clear the input data buffer, or clear the user-defined character set. The control panel initialization does not initialize the printer mechanism or clear the user-defined character set.
  • Page 103: Appendix C Commands And Character Tables

    If you need more information about using printer commands, you can purchase the ESC/P 2 Reference Manual (ESCP2REF) from EPSON Accessories by calling (800) 873-7766 (in the U.S. only). In Canada, call (800) BUY-EPSON for sales locations. General operation: ESC @, ESC U, ESC EM...
  • Page 104: Ibm Xl24E Emulation Codes

    DOS program, and cannot print the character you need, you should never have to change the character table. Note: You never need to select the printer’s character tables or fonts when using the printer with a Macintosh. Commands and Character Tables...
  • Page 105 These character tables are selected using the printer’s Default Setting mode or by using software commands. All tables except the italic are the same as the PC437 table for hex codes 00 through 7F, so only the PC437 table is shown completely.
  • Page 106 PC850 (Multilingual) PC861 (Icelandic) Commands and Character Tables PC860 (Portuguese) PC863 (Canadian-French)
  • Page 107 PC865 (Nordic) Abicomp BRASCII ISO Latin 1T Commands and Character Tables...
  • Page 108 Roman 8 Italic Commands and Character Tables No characters are available for hex code 15 in the italic character table...
  • Page 109: International Character Sets

    International Character Sets You can select one of the following international character sets using the printer’s Default Setting mode or the ESC R command. For example, when you select “Italic France,” the characters in the “France” row on the table below are used in the italic character table.
  • Page 110: Characters Available With Esc

    Characters Available with ESC ( ^ Command To print the characters in the table below, use the ESC ( ^ command. Commands and Character Tables...
  • Page 111: Glossary

    The lightness or darkness level of an image. buffer The portion of the printer’s memory used to store data before it is printed. character table The collection of letters, numbers, and symbols that constitute the set of characters used in a particular language.
  • Page 112 ESC/P ® EPSON Standard Code for Printers. The system of commands sent by the computer to control the printer. It is standard for all EPSON printers and supported by most application software for personal computers. ESC/P 2 Enhanced version of the ESC/P printer command language, including scalable fonts and enhanced graphics.
  • Page 113 A printing method in which images are printed in finer increments to produce laser-like images and reduce the possibility of banding. 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 features of a particular printer.
  • Page 114 A measure of the amount of detail that can be represented. Resolution of printed images is measured in number of dots per inch (dpi). Your printer has three resolution settings: 720 720, 360 360, and 180 180 dpi. A method of specifying color by its component proportion of red, green, and blue.
  • Page 115 Bottom margin, 4-17, B-5 to B-6 Buffer, input, 2-4, B-1 Bulletin Board Service, Intro-4 Buttons, control panel, 2-1, 2-3 to 2-6 Calibrating the printer, 2-5, 3-11, 4-5 Carriage return, 2-9 Cartridges, see Ink cartridges Character pitch, 2-8, B-14 Character tables...
  • Page 116 Energy Star compliance, Intro-1 Energy, conserving, Intro-2 Envelopes loading, 1-14 to 1-17 printing from DOS, 1-17 specifications, B-3, B-5 Environmental specifications, B-9 EPSON Accessories, Intro-4, 3-3 America Forum, Intro-5 Bulletin Board Service, Intro-4 Customer Care Centers, Intro-3 papers, 1-1, B-5 Spool Manager, 4-10...
  • Page 117 Mechanical specifications, B-8 Messages, error, 4-8, 4-10 Micro adjust mode, 1-28 to 1-30 Microsoft Windows, Intro-1 MicroWeave, 4-3 to 4-4 Moving the printer, see Transporting the printer Network interface mode, 2-9 Network, connecting the printer, A-5 Notice sheet, 3-11 Nozzles, print head, 3-1, B-1...
  • Page 118 1-1 to 1-2, 1-14 to 1-16, 1-20, 4-12 to 4-16 jams, 2-2, 4-12 jams, preventing, 4-12 ordering EPSON, 1-2 plain, 1-1, 1-4 to 1-7 printable area, B-5 to B-6 printable surface, 1-4, 1-6, 1-10, 1-13 to 1-14, 1-16 to 1-18...
  • Page 119 1-27 to 1-28 Transparencies loading, 1-14 to 1-15 selecting, 1-1 to 1-2 specifications, B-3 Transporting the printer, 3-10 to 3-11 Troubleshooting, 2-6, 4-1 to 4-18 Unidirectional printing, 2-8 User-defined character set, B-14 Vertical lines, aligning, 2-8, 3-11, 4-5...

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