Page 1: Printer Parts
Printer Parts printer cover latch AC inlet LocalTalk/Serial Parallel C interface interface connector connector (option) Parallel B interface Type-B interface connector connector (option) printer cover grooves for imaging cartridge control panel fuser front cover paper stopper power switch...
Page 2: Laser Printer
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 3: Declaration Of Conformity
Model: L250A Conforms to the following Directive(s) and Norm(s): Directive 89/336/EEC: EN 55022 Class B EN 50082-1 IEC 801-2 IEC 801-3 IEC 801-4 EN 61000-3-2 EN 61000-3-3 Directive 73/23/EEC: EN 60950 August 1996 M. Hamamoto President of EPSON EUROPE B.V.
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Contents Getting Started About This Guide ......1-1 About Your Printer ......1-3 Features .
Page 5 Chapter 2 Understanding Your Printer The Control Panel ......Overview ....... Display .
Page 6 Softtray Manager Window ..... . . 3-25 Creating a softtray ......3-26 Overlay Manager Window .
Page 7 ....... 6-26 EPSON GL/2 Mode ......6-27 Before printing in the EPSON GL/2 mode .
Page 8 Optimizing Print Quality ......7-27 Adjusting RITech ......7-27 The RITech setting .
Page 9 In I239X Emulation Mode ..... . . B-24 In EPSON GL/2 Mode ......B-24 Appendix C Command Summary LaserJet 4 (LJ4) Emulation Commands .
Page 10 Appendix E Map of SelecType Menus Switching between SelecType Menus ....E-2 Glossary Index...
Page 11: About This Guide
Getting Started The EPSON EPL-N1200 printer combines high performance and reliability with a wide range of features. To get started with your laser printer, please: Read the safety information, laser printer precautions, and important safety instructions in this section. Use your Getting Ready! guide to set up and test your new printer.
Page 12 Chapter 5, “Remote Control Panel Utility,” describes the printer settings that can be modified with the Remote Control Panel utility. Read this chapter if you are not able to modify a printer setting from your software. Chapter 6, “SelecType,” contains detailed information on the settings you can make in SelecType.
Page 13: About Your Printer
About Your Printer Your printer is the latest in EPSON’s advanced line of laser ® printers. It emulates the Hewlett-Packard LaserJet 4 (LJ4) printer, allowing you to print using the wide variety of software programs that support HP LaserJet printers.
Page 14: Options
MP Tray (250 sheets). See Chapter 4 for more information on printer options. NERGY TAR Compliance As an International NERGY TAR Partner, EPSON has determined that this product meets the International NERGY TAR Program guidelines for energy efficiency. The International...
Page 15: About Making Printer Settings
About Making Printer Settings To print, you will need to make some printer settings. This printer offers four way to make printer settings: Printer driver Remote Control Panel utility OneTouch modes SelecType If you use a Windows application, use the printer driver that came with the printer to make printer settings.
Page 16: Onetouch Modes
OneTouch Modes Use the OneTouch modes on the printer control panel to make printer settings when you cannot make a setting in your application software. The OneTouch modes are the easiest way to make several basic settings from the printer’s control panel; however, your software application and printer driver in some cases override these settings.
Page 17 For European users United Kingdom The EPL-N1200 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.
Page 18 Finland and Sweden EPL-N1200 on lasertoiminen sivukirjoitin. Laserista ei aiheudu käyttäjälle vaaraa, kun kirjoitinta käytetään käyttöohjeiden mukaisesti. Laserin aiheuttama säteily jää kokonaisuudessaan suojarakenteiden sisäpuolelle, eikä lasersäde pääse laitteen ulkopuolelle sit käytettäessä. VAROITUS! Laitteen käyttäminen muulla kuin tässä käyttöohjeessa mainitulla tavalla saattaa altistaa käyttäjän turvallisuusluokan 1 ylittävälle näkymättömälle lasersäteilylle.
Page 19 CDRH regulations The Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration implemented regulations for laser products on August 2, 1976. Compliance is mandatory for products marketed in the United States. The label shown below indicates compliance with the CDRH regulations and must be attached to laser products marketed in the United States.
Page 20 Internal laser radiation Max. Radiation Power 5.0 1 Wave Length 780 20 nm This is a Class IIIb Laser Diode Assembly that has an invisible laser beam. The printer head unit is NOT A FIELD SERVICE ITEM. Therefore, the printer head unit should not be opened under any circumstances.
Page 21: Ozone Safety
The recommended exposure limit for ozone is 0.1 parts per million (ppm) expressed as an average time-weighted concentration over an eight (8) hour period. The EPL-N1200 laser printer generates <0.01ppm for 8 hours of continuous printing when considering a closed room of approximately 1000 cu ft (8’...
Page 22: Laser Printer Precautions
Laser Printer Precautions This printer uses laser technology. The following list of precautions applies whenever you open the printer cover. Even if you are familiar with other types of printers, be sure to follow these precautions carefully to ensure safe, efficient operation.
Page 23 Protect the light-sensitive drum from exposure to light. Avoid exposing the imaging cartridge to room light any longer than necessary. Do not open the drum’s protective cover. Overexposing the drum may cause abnormally dark or light areas to appear on the printed page and reduce the service life of the drum.
Page 24 Avoid touching the glass in front of the laser beam; otherwise, print quality may decline. To get the best print quality, do not store the imaging cartridge in an area subject to direct sunlight, dust, salty air, or corrosive gasses (such as ammonia).
Page 25: Important Safety Instructions
Important Safety Instructions Read all of these instructions before operating your printer. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the printer. Unplug this printer from the wall outlet before cleaning. Use a damp cloth for cleaning and do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.
Page 26: 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 27 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 28: Warnings, Cautions, And Notes
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes Warnings must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury. Cautions must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment. Notes contain important information and useful tips on the operation of your printer. Getting Started...
Page 29: Manually Loading Paper
Chapter 1 Paper Handling Introduction ......1-2 Loading Paper ......1-2 Loading paper for automatic feeding in the MP (Multi Purpose) Tray .
Page 30: Introduction
Introduction You can feed paper into your printer from the MP (Multi Purpose) Tray or from an optional lower paper cassette. This chapter describes how to load paper switch the paper source print on special media, such as labels or envelopes. The following section, “Loading Paper,”...
Page 31 1. Open the front cover. 2. Fan a stack of paper and tap the edges of the stack on a flat surface to even it up. 3. Adjust the paper guides to match the size of your paper. Load the stack of paper into the MP Tray with the printable side up.
Page 32: Manually Loading Paper
For direct access through Windows 3.1 and Windows NT, double-click the Printers icon in the Control Panel dialog box. Next, click Epson EPL-N1200 in the Installed Printers list box, and then click the Setup button. Paper Handling...
Page 33 For direct access through Windows 95, click Start , point to Settings , and click Printers . Next, right-click the Epson EPL-N1200 icon and click Properties in the menu that appears. Be sure to right-click the printer icon. 2. The Print Settings menu appears. Click on the arrow next to the Paper Source box to see the list of sources available.
Page 34: Selecting The Paper Size
6. Send a print job from your application. The control panel display shows Manual Feed and the selected page size. 7. Press On Line to print. A sheet of paper is loaded and printed. 8. Insert another sheet and press On Line again to print the next page of print data, if necessary.
Page 35: Choosing Paper
Note: Since the quality of any particular brand or type of paper may be changed by the manufacturer at any time, EPSON cannot guarantee the quality of any type of paper. Always test samples of paper stock before purchasing large quantities or printing large jobs.
Page 36: Labels
Labels Use only labels designed for laser printers or plain-paper copiers. To prevent the adhesive from coming into contact with printer parts, always use labels that completely cover the backing sheet so that no gaps occur between the individual labels. You should test the label sheet for leaking adhesive by pressing a sheet of paper on top of a sheet of labels.
Page 37: Indicator Lights
Chapter 2 Understanding Your Printer The Control Panel ......2-2 Overview ......2-2 Display .
Page 38: The Control Panel
This chapter tells you how to: Control the printer from your computer Use the control panel Getting acquainted with your printer’s control panel may help you get more from your printer. For more information on the SelecType settings availabe from the control panel, including the OneTouch modes, see Chapter 6.
Page 39: Display
Display The display shows the following: Status messages, such as Warming Up, indicate the printer’s current status. Error messages, such as Paper Out, identify maintenance procedures you must perform or error conditions you need to correct. SelecType options, such as Emulation, allow you to control printer mode, font selection, paper handling, and several other printer functions.
Page 40: Indicator Lights
Indicator lights On when the printer is on line, indicating On Line the printer can receive and print data. When the printer is off line, this light is off. The light flashes as the system switches between on-line and off-line status. On when data is received and stored in the Form Feed printer’s buffer but not yet printed.
Page 41: Buttons
Buttons Value Item Enter Menu On Line SelecType Continue Form Feed (Reset) Switches the printer between on line and On Line off line status. Selects a OneTouch mode or SelecType SelecType mode. Press this button once to enter (ALT) OneTouch mode 1. Press this button again to enter OneTouch mode 2.
Page 42 Selects the corresponding OneTouch Menu mode setting listed above this button, or selects the SelecType menu if in SelecType mode. Press this button when the printer is on line to enter SelecType mode. Selects the corresponding OneTouch mode Item setting listed above this button or selects the function available within the current menu after entering the SelecType mode.
Page 43 Understanding Your Printer...
Page 44 Chapter 3 Making Printer Driver Settings Using the Printer Driver ..... . 3-2 Understanding the required settings ... . . 3-3 Accessing the driver menus .
Page 45: Using The Printer Driver
This chapter describes the available settings for your ® ® Microsoft Windows printer driver. For information on installing the printer driver and making basic settings, see the Getting Ready! guide that came with your printer. A printer driver is a custom-designed program that works with the software on your computer to send codes that run (or “drive”) your printer.
Page 46: Understanding The Required Settings
Understanding the required settings Before printing, you must make a few required settings. These are listed below. Choose the settings to match your document requirements. For more detailed information, see “Driver Setting Descriptions” on page 3-7. Print Settings Menu Sets the degree of detail in your printout. Graphic The numbers stand for the horizontal and Resolution...
Page 47: Accessing The Driver Menus
For direct access through Windows 3.1 and Windows NT, double-click the Printers icon in the Control Panel dialog box. Next, click Epson EPL-N1200 in the Installed Printers list box, and then click the Setup button. For direct access through Windows 95, click Start, point to Settings, and click Printers.
Page 48: Saving Settings
Click on the pointer to open a drop-down list, and then highlight an item on the list to select it. Click the text box, then enter a number or text. Hold down the Alt key and type the underlined character representing the setting.
Page 49: Getting Help From The Printer Driver
Getting help from the printer driver If you are ever unsure about the meaning or purpose of an item in a window, do one of the following: Hold the mouse pointer over an item in the window for a couple of seconds. A short description of that item appears. Click the Help button.
Page 50: Accessing The Overlay Manager Window
Accessing the Overlay Manager window Click the Overlays button at the bottom of the Driver Settings window to access the Softtray Manager window. Then click the Manage Overlays button on the Overlay menu to display the Overlay Manager. See page 3-27 for more information about the Overlay Manager.
Page 51 Error Diffusion You should use this method for photographic images or equivalent drawings. This setting is not available if you select EPSON GL/2 in the Graphics Mode drop-down list in the Printer SelecType menu. Making Printer Driver Settings...
Page 52 Paper Format Use this drop-down list to select the paper size you have loaded in the current paper source. See the section below for more information. The illustration next to the list changes according to the paper size you select. Your choices are: 210 297 mm Envelope C6...
Page 53: Paper Menu
Orientation Use this drop-down list to select the orientation: either Portrait (default) or Landscape. Copies Use the scroll arrows or click the text box and enter a number using your keyboard to specify the number of copies you want. You can enter from 1 to 999. Paper menu Use this menu to select duplex (double-sided) printing, paper size, and printable area.
Page 54 Duplexing Use this drop-down list to select the duplex mode for double-sided printing. The selections available in this list are: Duplex OFF (default), Top Binding, and Left Binding. Top Binding is useful to bind the printout at the top, while Left Binding is useful for binding on the left side.
Page 55: Adding A New Size To The Paper Size List
Measurement Unit Use this drop-down list to select the unit of measurement you want to use. The settings available in this list are: cm (default), inch, Pixel, Pica, Point. As soon as you change the measurement unit, the values in the Size block change automatically to match. Adding a new size to the Paper Size list Use the following procedure to specify a custom paper size of your own and add it to the Paper Size list.
Page 56: Printer Selectype Menu
Graphics Mode Use this drop-down list to select a graphics mode. The selections available in this list are: Raster - internal Fonts, EPSON GL/2, and Pure Raster. Device Resolution Use this drop-down list to select device resolution. The available settings are: High (600 dpi) (default) and Low (300 dpi).
Page 57 Medium (default), Light, and Lightest. Show all font names When this checkbox is selected, EPSON fonts are added to your application’s font lists. If you deselect this option, the printer’s internal fonts will not be displayed in the font list.
Page 58: Printer Options Menu
Low Power Consumption When Low Power Consumption is turned on, the printer goes into a standby mode after being idle for 30 minutes. It takes about 60 seconds for the printer to warm up again. Auto Continue Use this drop-down list to switch Auto Continue on and off.
Page 59 Memory Use this drop-down list to check the amount of memory installed in your printer. Page Protect Use this list to make use of the Page Protect function. This allows you to allocate additional printer memory for printing data, as opposed to receiving it. You may need to use Page Protect if you are printing a highly complex page and do not have sufficient memory.
Page 60: Font Manager Window
Installed Cartridge Not available with this printer. Advanced... Click here to print a status sheet or a font sample. Font Manager Window The Font Manager window handles the installation and all administration of printer fonts. Fonts of various formats can be added, deleted, and copied using this window.
Page 61 Installed Fonts This list shows all the fonts that are already installed. Fonts whose names are marked with a check are permanent. Whenever you highlight a font name in this list, the font’s format, character set, name, and other information appear in the status line.
Page 62 Temporary/Permanent Click on these radio buttons to specify whether the font selected in the Installed Fonts list is temporary or permanent. Permanent fonts remain in printer memory until power is switched off. Temporary fonts must be downloaded to the printer for each print job. Add Fonts Click this button to open the Add Fonts window.
Page 63: Adding Fonts
Adding fonts Use the following procedure to install soft (downloadable) fonts. You can also specify certain fonts as being permanent, which means they are kept in printer memory until power is switched off. 1. Open the Font Manager window. 2. Click Add Fonts. Initially, the list in the Add Fonts window contains drive names.
Page 64 6. Select the fonts you want to install by highlighting their names in the Available Fonts list. As soon as you highlight a font name, the arrow button between the two lists points to the left, indicating the fonts will be transferred to the Installed Fonts list. 7.
Page 65: Deleting Fonts
Deleting fonts The following procedure deletes fonts from printer memory. It also gives you the option of deleting the font file from the temporary file on your computer’s hard disk. Unless you plan to use a font later, it is a good idea to remove it from the hard disk to free up storage space.
Page 66: Changing A Font Name
Use the following procedure to copy or move installed fonts to another printer port when you are using more than one EPSON printer or if you change the port to which your printer is connected. 1. Click the Fonts button at the bottom of the Driver Settings window to open the Font Manager window.
Page 67 3. Select the port to which you want to copy or move the fonts by highlighting the port name in the list. 4. After selecting a port name, click OK to return to the Font Manager window. Move and Copy buttons have been added. Also, the Copy Port button is now a Close Port button.
Page 68: Softtray Manager Window
Softtray Manager Window If your application program does not include a softtray management function, use the Softtray Manager window to merge your document files with a previously defined overlay and assign the overlay to specified pages of the document. The button functions for this window are described below. Note: If your application software has a Header/Footer function, use that instead of Softtray Manager and Overlay Manager.
Page 69: Creating A Softtray
Delete Click this button to delete an overlay. Exit Click this button to close the Softtray Manager window and return to the previous window. Creating a softtray After creating an overlay, follow these steps to create and assign a softtray. See the next section for details about overlays. 1.
Page 70: Overlay Manager Window
Overlay Manager Window The Overlay Manager window lets you define, create, and manage overlays. Overlays are stored on the hard disk of your computer, and make it possible to include company logos, forms, and other types of overlays in a printed document. You can assign previously defined overlays to specific pages with the Softtray Manager.
Page 71: Creating An Overlay
Creating an overlay To create an overlay, follow these steps: 1. From the Driver Settings window, click the Overlays button. 2. Click the Manage Overlays button. Then the Overlay Manager window appears. 3. Make sure the Create menu is selected, then input a name for the overlay you want to define in the Description box.
Page 72: Deleting An Overlay
Deleting an overlay To delete an overlay, follow these steps: 1. Click the Edit/Delete tab in the Overlay Manager window. 2. Use the Available Overlays list to select the overlay that you want to delete. 3. Click Delete. 4. Click Yes in the dialog box that appears to delete the highlighted overlay.
Page 73 3-30 Making Printer Driver Settings...
Page 74: Options
Chapter 4 Options Printer Options ......4-2 500-Sheet Lower Paper Cassette ....4-3 Installing the lower paper cassette .
Page 75: Printer Options
Optional memory modules expand your printer’s memory. See page 4-7. Optional interface cards and modules provide a link that enables you to use the EPL-N1200 with a Macintosh, LocalTalk network, IBM mainframe, and so on. See page 4-12. If you purchased your printer and options at the same time, first set up the printer and run the print test by following the instructions in the Getting Ready! guide.
Page 76: 500-Sheet Lower Paper Cassette
500-Sheet Lower Paper Cassette The optional lower paper cassette gives you a second paper source, in addition to the MP Tray. You can install up to 2 optional cassettes (for a maximum of 1,250 sheets loaded in the printer, including the MP Tray). This section describes how to install the cassette and load paper.
Page 77 Note: The printer is heavy, so you may need to have someone help you lift it. If you are installing the second optional cassette, lift the printer off the first cassette, fit one cassette on top of the other, and replace the printer as described above. 5.
Page 78: Loading Paper Into The 500-Sheet Lower Paper Cassette
Loading paper into the 500-sheet lower paper cassette 1. Pull out the paper tray from the paper cassette. 2. Press down the plate in the paper tray until it locks into position. Options...
Page 79 3. Fan a stack of paper and tap it on a flat surface to even the edges. Insert the paper face-up into the tray. 4. Replace the paper tray in the paper cassette. You are now ready to print using the lower paper cassette. Options...
Page 80: Memory Modules
Memory Modules By installing a Single In-line Memory Module (SIMM) in both open slots, you can increase printer memory up to 64 MB. You may want to add additional memory if you are having difficulty printing complex, graphics-intensive pages or if you regularly use numerous downloaded fonts.
Page 81 3. Facing the back of the printer, remove the four screws that secure the interface bracket. 4. Pull the tab on the bracket to release the controller board, as shown below. Warning: Avoid touching the electrical components that are exposed. They may be very hot if the printer has been used recently.
Page 82 6. Locate the two memory module slots as shown below. ROM SLOT RAM SLOT 7. Insert the SIMM module into either RAM SLOT (CN1,CN6), making sure the pin numbers of the slot and the SIMM match, either 1 or 72. Note: You can insert the SIMM module in either RAM slot.
Page 83 9. With the component side of the controller board facing the outside of the printer, fit it on the top and bottom guide rails. 10. Slide the controller board into the printer. Press it firmly on both sides of the bracket to lock the board into place. If the controller board does not fit smoothly into the printer, do not force it.
Page 84: Removing A Memory Module
Removing a memory module 1. Perform steps 1 through 6 in the previous section to access the printer’s SIMM socket. 2. Pull the metal clips on each side of the SIMM socket outward to release the memory module. 3. Grasp both sides of the SIMM and pull it out as shown above. 4.
Page 85: Optional Interfaces
The twinax interface is compatible with the following IBM systems: AS-400, System 36, 5251 (model 12), System 34, System 38, and 5294. When equipped with an EPSON twinax interface, the printer can be used in place of the following IBM...
Page 86: Installing The Localtalk/Serial Module
To add a direct connection to an Ethernet system, use the Ethernet Card (C82331 ). To add a direct connection to a Macintosh computer with the optional EpsonScript Level 2 module, use either the LocalTalk/Serial module or the AppleTalk Interface Card (C82312 ).
Page 87 3. Select one of the following interface settings: RS-232C type serial interface, current loop type serial interface, or LocalTalk interface, using a jumper switch and the two slide switches on the module. The default selection is LocalTalk. If you want to select the serial interface settings, change the jumper and the two slide switches to the serial interface positions as shown below.
Page 88: Installing An Optional Interface Card
5. Perform steps 9 to 11 on page 4-10 to complete procedure. You can verify whether the interface is correctly installed by printing a status sheet. Installing an optional interface card 1. Turn off the printer. Warning: High voltages are present inside the printer when the power is on.
Page 89 5. With the component side of the optional interface card facing the inside of the printer, slide the interface card into the grooves in the interface slot as shown below. Push it in firmly to lock the card into place. 6.
Page 90: Using The Serial Interface
Using the Serial Interface To use a serial interface, you must purchase an appropriate interface cable. EPSON supplies several types of interface cables. You can use any interface cable that meets the printer specifications listed below. See your computer manual for any special computer requirements.
Page 91 The default serial settings for the optional serial interface are listed below. To change the serial settings, see the interface card’s manual if you are using a Type-B serial interface or if you installed a LocalTalk/Serial module. For information about your computer’s serial settings, see your computer manual.
Page 92: Using The Serial Interface Utility
For Windows 95 1. Click the Start button, point to Settings, and then click Printers. 2. Right-click the Epson EPL-N1200 icon, and click Properties in the menu that appears. Be sure to right-click your printer. 3. Select the Details tab.
Page 93 1. Type HSERIAL at the DOS prompt and press Enter to bring up the list of parameters for the port and the baud rate selection. C:\HSERIAL 2. Select the appropriate parameters from the list and type the following: C:\HSERIAL /P=n /B=m n = parameter for the port selection m = parameter for the baud rate selection For example, if you would like to use the COM1 port with the...
Page 94 Chapter 5 Remote Control Panel Utility Remote Control Panel Utility Overview ... . . 5-2 When to use the Remote Control Panel utility ..5-2 Installing the Remote Control Panel utility .
Page 95: Remote Control Panel Utility Overview
Remote Control Panel Utility Overview The Remote Control Panel utility is software that allows you to change printer settings, such as the print quantity, paper size, and RITech setting. When to use the Remote Control Panel utility You do not normally need to use the Remote Control Panel to change printer settings.
Page 96: Installing The Remote Control Panel Utility
Installing the Remote Control Panel utility To install the utility, follow these steps: 1. Insert the floppy disk containing the utility into your computer’s disk drive. 2. Type SETUP at the DOS prompt and press Enter. A:\SETUP 3. Follow the instructions on the screen to install the utility. Accessing the Remote Control Panel To start the Remote Control Panel, type the following at the DOS prompt and press Enter.
Page 97: Laserjet 4/Epsonscript Level 2 Mode
Click the button for the emulation mode you want to configure. Note: EpsonScript Level 2 is available only when the EpsonScript Level 2 option is installed. LaserJet 4/EpsonScript Level 2 Mode The main menu displays the current printer settings for the selected printer mode.
Page 98: Escp2 Mode
ESCP2 Mode FX Mode Remote Control Panel Utility...
Page 99: I239X Mode
I239X Mode Page Setup Options Clicking the Page Setup button on the Remote Control Panel menu opens the following menu: Remote Control Panel Utility...
Page 100 If you are unable to make the settings that are availabe on the Page Setup menu from your software program, make the settings on this menu as follows: Page Size Selects the default paper size. You should change this item only if you cannot change the paper size from your software program.
Page 101 Copies Selects the number of copies to be printed. You can enter any number from 1 to 999. You should specify the number of copies from your software program. Form Specifies the number of horizontal lines on a page. You can enter any number from 5 to 128.
Page 102: Type Options
Type Options Clicking the Type button on the Remote Control Panel menu opens the following menu. Note: The Type menu is available only in LJ4 mode. If you are unable to make the settings that are availabe on the Type menu from your software program, make the settings on this menu as follows: Typeface Specifies the typeface to use.
Page 103 Symbol Set Specifies the symbol set to use. If the typeface you selected is not available for the symbol set you select, the typeface is replaced with the currently selected symbol set. The following symbol sets are available: Roman-8 Norweg1 Italian ECM94-1 Swedis2...
Page 104: Printer Setup Options
Printer Setup Options Clicking the Printer Setup button on the Remote Control Panel menu opens the following menu: If you are unable to make the settings that are available on the Printer Setup menu from your software program, make the settings on this menu as follows: 5-11 Remote Control Panel Utility...
Page 105 Page Protect Use this list to make use of the Page Protect function. This allows you to allocate additional printer memory for printing data, as opposed to receiving it. You may need to use Page Protect if you are printing a highly complex page. If a Print Overrun error occurs, change the setting to ON and reprint your data.
Page 106 Auto Continue Permits the printer to automatically recover from a Print Overrun, Mem Overflow, or Paper Set error. The printer continues printing within a few seconds after one of these problems occurs. When Auto Continue is off, you must press the button on the control panel to resume printing.
Page 107: Other Options
Other Options Clicking the Other button brings up the following dialog box. This menu is available only in ESC/P 2, FX, or I239X emulation modes. Condensed (ESCP2, FX only) Use this option to change the character spacing. Condensed printing is useful for spreadsheets and other applications that need to fit a large amount of information on each line.
Page 108 Text Use this option to set the page length in lines. The unit of measure for this option is a 1/6 inch line. If you change the Orientation, Page Size, or T.Margin settings, the page length setting automatically returns to the default setting for each paper size.
Page 109 ZeroChar This option determines whether the printer prints a slashed zero (0) or an unslashed zero (0). This feature is useful for clearly distinguishing between an uppercase letter O and zero when printing documents such as program lists. Alt.Graphics (I239X only) Turns the Alternate Graphics option on or off.
Page 110: More Options
More Options Clicking the More button on the Remote Control Panel menu opens the following menu: If you are unable to make the settings available on the More menu from your software program, make the settings on this menu as follows: Source Symbol Set (LJ4 only) Available only when an optional font ROM is installed while in the LJ4 emulation mode.
Page 111 Top Offset Allows you to adjust the vertical printing position on the page. The setting is in millimeters. You can move the printing position by approximately 0.5 mm increments from the top edge (the parameters are from -9 to 99). Left Offset Allows you to adjust the horizontal printing position on the page.
Page 112 Country (ESCP2, FX only) Selects the international character set. CG Table (ESCP2, FX only) Selects the character tables. Character tables contain the characters and symbols used in different languages. The printer prints text based on the selected character table. Code Page (I239X only) Selects the character tables.
Page 113 5-20 Remote Control Panel Utility...
Page 114 ......6-27 Before printing in the EPSON GL/2 mode ..6-28...
Page 115: When To Use Selectype
When to Use SelecType In general, use SelecType only for settings you cannot make in your software, including the following: Changing the emulation modes and selecting the IES (Intelligent Emulation Switching) mode Specifying the channel and configuring the interface Choosing the size of the memory buffer used to receive data You should keep in mind the following points when using SelecType settings.
Page 116: Buttons
SelecType Before entering and using SelecType, you should understand how the buttons on the printer’s control panel work. Buttons The functions of the control panel buttons on the printer change when in SelecType mode. Using SelecType Note: You can directly access certain menu items using the OneTouch modes.
Page 117: Selectype Menus
2. To change the settings, press Menu, Item, or Value. To select a new menu (menu category), press Menu. To select an item (setting) in a menu, press Item. To select a value (parameter) for an item, press Value. To accept a new setting, press Enter. Press ALT to select a menu, item, or parameter in reverse order.
Page 118 Emulation Menu These settings select the default emulation for each interface. Also see page 6-9. Parallel B, Parallel C, Serial*, L/T*, AUX** * available only when the LocalTalk/Serial module is installed **available only when the optional interface is installed. Printing Menu These settings are made in everyday use.
Page 119 Setup Menu These settings provide the printer with information necessary for printing. Also see page 6-14. Interface, Time Out, Standby, Lang, Toner, Toner Count Clear, Page Count, SelecType Init Parallel B, Parallel C Menu These settings control communication between the printer and the computer when using a parallel interface.
Page 120 LJ4 Menu These settings control the fonts and symbol sets when in LJ4 mode. Also see page 6-18. FontSource, Font Number, Pitch, Height, SymSet, Form, Source SymSet, Dest SymSet PS Menu These settings are available only when EpsonScript Level 2 is installed.
Page 121: Understanding Selectype Settings
Font Sample, PS Font Sample* Prints a sample of the fonts available for your selected printer emulation. *Available only when Epson Script Level 2 is installed. EXT PRINT INFO Prints information concerning the optional ROM. This item is available only when the optional ROM is installed.
Page 122: Emulation Menu
Emulation menu Use this menu to select the printer emulation mode. You can specify different emulations for each interface; in other words, for each computer you connect. Since each emulation mode has its own specific options, make settings in the LJ4, ESCP2, FX, GL2, or I239X menus, as necessary.
Page 123 Page Size Specifies the paper size. Orientation Specifies whether the page is printed in portrait or landscape orientation. This page is printed in portrait orientation. Copies Selects the number of copies to be printed, up to 999. Manual Feed This item selects manual feed mode for the MP Tray. For details on manual feed mode, see Chapter 1.
Page 124: Tray Size Menu
Tray Size menu Use this menu to make the MP Tray paper size setting and check the currently loaded paper size in the optional paper cassettes if installed. MP Tray Size Allows you to set the paper size for the MP Tray. Note: You can also make the MP Tray Size setting directly from OneTouch Mode 2.
Page 125: Config Menu
Config menu RITech Allows you to adjust the RITech setting. RITech produces smoother and crisper lines, text, and graphics. If you change this setting, you can check the print quality by printing a status sheet from the SelecType Test Menu. Note: You can also make the RITech setting directly from OneTouch Mode 2.
Page 126 Top Offset Use this option to make fine adjustments to the vertical position of the printing on the page. Caution: Be sure that the printed image does not exceed the edge of paper. Otherwise, you may damage the printer. Left Offset Use this option to make fine adjustments to the horizontal position of the printing on the page.
Page 127: Setup Menu
Page Protect Use this list to make use of the Page Protect function. This allows you to allocate additional printer memory for printing data, as opposed to receiving it. You may need to use Page Protect if you are printing a highly complex page. If a Print Overrun error occurs, change the setting to ON and reprint your data.
Page 128 Standby Saves power by reducing the power to the fixing heater if the printer receives no data for 30 minutes. In this mode, the printer begins warming up as soon as you press send print data; it then warms up and is ready to print in about 60 seconds.
Page 129: Parallel B Menu, Parallel C Menu
Parallel B menu, Parallel C menu Speed Specifies the transfer speed by selecting the delay period from the STROBE to the ACKNLG signal. For more information on the parallel interface signal, see “Interface Specifications” in Appendix A. Bi-D Enables or disables bidirectional communication. Note: This options is available only when the Parallel B Menu is selected.
Page 130 Parity When this option is set to None, parity checking is disabled. The parity bit, if used, provides a basic form of error detection. See your computer manual and software documentation for the proper setting. Stop Bit Use this option to set the number of stop bits for each character of information sent to the printer.
Page 131: L/T Menu, Aux Menu
L/T menu, AUX menu Buffer Size Determines the amount of memory to be used for receiving data and printing data. If set to Maximum, more memory is allocated for receiving data. If set to Minimum, more memory is allocated for printing. The factory default setting is Normal. LJ4 menu Note: If you always use the HP LaseJet 4 printer driver in your software,...
Page 132 SymSet Selects the default symbol set. If the font you selected in FontSource and Font Number is not available in the new SymSet setting, the Fontsource and the Font Number values are automatically replaced with the default value. Form Selects the number of lines for the selected paper size and orientation.
Page 133: Using The Onetouch Modes
Using the OneTouch Modes The OneTouch modes are part of SelecType mode, but they are more limited and easier to use. The settings you make in these modes and SelecType are reflected in each other. To enter OneTouch mode 1, press the SelecType button (repeatedly if necessary) until the light next to Paper Source comes on indicating the printer is now in OneTouch mode 1.
Page 134 Paper Source Specifies whether paper feeds into the printer from the MP Tray or from an optional lower paper cassette (if installed). If you select Auto, the paper source containing the paper that matches the setting in the Page Size menu will be used. Page Size Specifies the paper size.
Page 135: Using Other Emulations
If you want to use an emulation other than LJ4, you can select ESC/P 2, FX, I239X, or GL/2 emulation mode. Match the emulation mode in the Emulation Menu with drivers or print data already formatted for EPSON LQ or FX series printers, or IBM printers. Note: The printer’s intelligent emulation switching (IES) feature...
Page 136 Pitch You can select a character pitch of 10, 12, or 15 characters per inch (cpi), or choose proportional spacing. Condensed Use this option to change the character spacing. Condensed printing is useful for spreadsheets and other applications that need to fit a large amount of information on each line. However, 15-cpi characters cannot be condensed.
Page 137 AutoCR Use the automatic carriage return option to perform a carriage-return line-feed (CR-LF) operation whenever the print position exceeds the right margin. If Auto CR is Off, the printer does not print characters beyond the right margin, and it does not perform a linewrap until it receives a CR.
Page 138 The table below shows the available parameters for each setting in ESC/P 2 and FX modes. See the previous pages for a detailed description of each setting. Setting Parameter Font Courier, Prestige, Roman, Sans Serif, Roman T*, Orator S, Sans H*, Script, OCR B Pitch 10 cpi, 12 cpi, 15 cpi, Prop.
Page 139: I239X Mode
I239X Mode I239X mode emulates IBM 2390/2391 Plus commands. For detailed information on most of the settings and parameters in the table below, refer to the previous section. Setting Parameter Font Courier, Prestige, Gothic, Orator, Script, Presentor, Sans serif Pitch 10 cpi, 12 cpi, 15 cpi, 17 cpi, 20 cpi, 24 cpi, Prop.
Page 140: Epson Gl/2 Mode
You cannot change the GL/2 Mode items by SelecType. To change these items, use the GL/2 command listed in Appendix C. In EPSON GL/2 mode, you can use your printer with plotter applications. This mode is similar to the GL/2 mode supported in HP LaserJet 4 mode.
Page 141: Before Printing In The Epson Gl/2 Mode
Before printing in the EPSON GL/2 mode You may need to change printer settings depending on your output needs. Always check the printer’s setting to make sure they match the data you are trying to print. Before you switch conflicts with the printer’s settings: Paper size: Printer’s paper size setting...
Page 142 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting and Maintenance Introduction ......7-2 Paper Jam and Feeding Problems ....7-2 Preventing paper feed and paper jam problems .
Page 143: Introduction
Introduction This chapter provides the information necessary for you to keep the printer in optimum condition. This chapter tells you how to Solve problems you may encounter Replace consumables Optimize print quality Also included is a complete description of the status, error, and warning messages shown on the printer’s control panel display.
Page 144 2. Open the printer cover. Be sure to remove any pieces of paper that may have torn off or are remaining in the printer. Warning: Opening the printer cover exposes the fuser, which is marked by a CAUTION HOT SURFACE label. Be careful not to touch the fuser.
Page 145 2. Gently pull out the paper. If it tears, make sure you remove any pieces remaining in the printer. Note: Because the toner on the paper inside the printer may not have been fixed on the page, toner may come off on your hands when you remove the paper.
Page 146: Preventing Paper Feed And Paper Jam Problems
Preventing paper feed and paper jam problems If you have frequent paper feed or paper jam problems, use this checklist of corrective measures: Use a higher-quality paper, one that is not too thin or rough. Fan the stack of paper and then tap its edges to align it before you load it.
Page 147 The On Line light is on but nothing prints. Your computer may not be properly connected to the printer. Perform the procedure described in “Testing the computer-to-printer connection” in the Getting Ready! booklet. The interface cable may not be plugged in securely. Check both ends of the cable between the printer and the computer.
Page 148 The font selected with software commands won’t print. The selected font is not supported by your printer. Be sure you have installed the correct font. See Appendix D for more information. Some or all of the output is garbled or printed as asterisks. If you use the Remote Control Panel, check whether any Remote Control Panel settings have been changed by another user.
Page 149 The position of the printout is not correct. Make sure that you are using the correct page length and margin settings in your application program. Graphics don’t print correctly. Make sure that your software program is set for the printer emulation you are using.
Page 150: Print Quality Problems
You may not have reset the printer after making settings. Press the Alt button and Continue button at the same time to reset the printer and enable the new settings. When transporting the printer Caution: Whenever you ship or transport the printer, first remove the Imaging cartridge and place it in a plastic bag.
Page 151 Vertical black or white bands or lines Clean the printer lens. Remove the imaging cartridge and place it on a clean, flat surface. Clean the lens as shown below. Wipe the lens from end to end with a dry, lint-free cloth. Then reinsert the imaging cartridge in the printer and close the printer cover.
Page 152 Uneven darkness Take out the imaging cartridge, shake it from side to side, and reinstall it. Your paper may be moist or damp. Printing is sensitive to moisture absorbed by the paper. Do not store your paper in a humid or damp environment. Install a new imaging cartridge as described later in this chapter.
Page 153 Missing areas on printed image Your paper may be moist or damp. Printing is sensitive to moisture absorbed by the paper. The higher the moisture content in the paper, the lighter the printed output. Do not store your paper in a humid or damp environment. You may not be using the correct type of paper for your printer.
Page 154 Your paper may be moist or damp. Printing is sensitive to moisture absorbed by the paper. The higher the moisture content in the paper, the lighter the printed output. Do not store your paper in a humid or damp environment. Take out the imaging cartridge, shake it from side to side to distribute the toner, and then reinstall it.
Page 155: Memory Problems
Memory Problems Mem Overflow This message indicates that you need to simplify the page you are trying to print, change your memory allocation, or add more memory to your printer. Try simplifying your page by reducing the number or size of fonts or the number or size of graphics, or both.
Page 156 Illegal AUX I/F Card indicates both the LocalTalk/Serial module (set in LocalTalk) and the LocalTalk Type B I/F card are installed simultaneously. Remove one of them. Make sure the I/F card is listed in the table of installable ones in Appendix A. Paper does not feed from the optional lower paper cassette Be sure you have selected the proper paper tray in your software.
Page 157 Feed Jam when using the optional lower paper cassette 1. Remove the paper tray from the lower paper cassette. 2. Remove any folded paper from the paper cassette, and discard any curled or wrinkled sheets. 3. Tap the edge of the paper stack. Then reinsert it into the cassette making sure the paper is evenly aligned and rests below the maximum paper mark.
Page 158: Status And Error Messages
Even with additional memory installed, complex pages don’t print and the Mem Overflow message still appears. The Page Protect setting in the printer driver, the Remote Control Panel utility, or SelecType may need to be changed. See “Memory Problems” in this chapter for more information. You may not have installed enough memory.
Page 159 Form Feed When the printer is off line and data remains in the printer’s memory, pressing Form Feed prints out the data and clears the buffer. After printing, Ready appears on the display. Illegal AUX I/F Card The printer cannot read the installed optional interface card. Turn off the printer, then remove the card.
Page 160 If you do not want to print this job in manual mode, press Continue. The printer feeds paper according to the Paper Source setting. For detailed information on the Manual Feed mode, see Chapter 1. Mem Overflow The printer has insufficient memory available for the current task.
Page 161 Paper Set XXX YY The paper loaded in the tray (XXX) does not match the required paper size, (YY). Replace the paper with the correct size of paper and press Continue. Print Overrun The time required to process data exceeds the print engine speed because the volume of data is too great.
Page 162 Reset All All printer settings have been reset to the user default configuration. Reset to Save You have changed the SelecType setting but the new setting is not activated immediately after exiting SelecType. To activate the new setting, do one of the following: (1) exit SelecType by pressing Continue or On Line (the new setting is activated after the current print job is finished), or (2) reset the printer by pressing ALT and Reset at the same time.
Page 163 Service Req.CXXX Service Req.EXXX A controller error or a print engine error has been detected. Write down the error number listed on the display and turn off the printer. Wait at least five seconds and then turn it back on. If the error message still appears, turn off the printer, unplug the power cord, and contact a qualified service person.
Page 164: Hex Dump Mode
Hex Dump Mode Hex dump mode (also called data dump) is a special feature that makes it easy for experienced users to find the cause of communication problems between the printer and the computer. In hex dump mode the printer produces an exact printout of the codes it receives.
Page 165: Replacing The Imaging Cartridge
Replacing the Imaging Cartridge The imaging cartridge prints up to 6,000 pages depending upon the complexity of your print jobs. If your printed images become faint, enter the SelecType Setup Menu to use the Toner function to find out approximately how much toner remains in the imaging cartridge.
Page 166 4. Remove the new imaging cartridge from its aluminum bag. While holding the cartridge horizontally, gently shake it a few times to distribute the toner evenly. 5. Set the imaging cartridge on a clean, flat surface. Firmly grip the tab on the left side of the imaging cartridge. Pull the clear seal all the way out with firm, even pressure as shown.
Page 167 7. Insert the imaging cartridge into the printer by placing the pins on each side of the cartridge into the grooves inside the printer. Slide it gently into the opening until it stops. 8. Gently press down on the printer cover until it clicks into the closed position.
Page 168: Optimizing Print Quality
Optimizing Print Quality Adjusting RITech Resolution Improvement Technology (RITech) is EPSON’s new printer technology that improves the appearance of printed lines, text, and graphics. The RITech setting The factory setting for RITech gives the best quality text and graphics for nearly all purposes. You may not need to set or adjust anything.
Page 169: Adjusting Print Density
If the test pattern seems too heavy, change the setting to Light as described below; if it seems too light, change the setting to Dark; if you are printing gray shading or screen patterns, change the setting to Off. To change the RITech setting, follow these steps: Using the printer driver: Changing the RITech setting on the Printer SelecType menu in the printer driver.
Page 170: Resetting The Printer
Using the printer driver: Change the Density setting on the Printer SelecType menu in the printer driver. Using the Remote Control Panel utility: Bring up the Remote Control Panel utility by typing EPRCPO at the DOS prompt; select the appropriate emulation from the main Remote Control Panel window;...
Page 171: Cleaning The Printer
Cleaning the Printer The printer needs only minimal cleaning. If you notice a decline in print quality, clean the glass lens and the inside of the printer, as described in this section. You should also clean the paper feeder and the printer cover every few months.
Page 172: Removing Spilled Toner
5. Replace the imaging cartridge. 6. Close the printer cover. 7. Open the front cover and clean the paper feeder with a soft cloth. Removing spilled toner If toner spills inside the printer, do not use the printer until you remove all the spilled toner. Follow these steps: 1.
Page 173: Cleaning The Printer Case
Cleaning the printer case If the printer’s outer case is dirty or dusty, turn off the printer and clean it with a soft, clean cloth dampened with a mild detergent. Caution: Never use alcohol or thinner to clean the printer cover; these chemicals can damage the components and the case.
Page 174: Technical Specifications
Appendix A Technical Specifications Paper ........A-2 Specifications .
Page 175: 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 guality of any type of paper. Always test samples of paper stock before purchasing large quantities or printing large jobs.
Page 176: Printer
Envelopes: Monarch (3 7/8 7 1/2 inches) Commercial 10 (4 1/8 9 1/2 inches) DL (110 mm 220 mm) C5 (162 mm 229 mm) International B5 (176 mm 250 mm) C6 (114 mm 162 mm) Caution: Only load paper sizes that are listed above. Printable area: 95 dots from paper edge based on 600 dpi Note:...
Page 177: Environmental
Paper eject capacity (75g/m paper): 200 sheets Internal emulation: HP LaserJet4 emulation (LJ4 mode) HP-GL/2 emulation (GL2 mode) ESC/P 24-pin printer emulation (ESC/P2 mode) ESC/P 9-pin printer emulation (FX mode) IBM Proprinter emulation (I239X mode) Optional emulation: EpsonScript Level 2 Resident fonts: 45 scalable fonts, and one bitmap font (in LJ4 mode)
Page 178: Electrical
Electrical 110 V model 230 V model Voltage 90 V to 132 V 198 V to 264 V Rated frequency 50 Hz to 60 Hz 3 Hz 50Hz to 60Hz Rated current Power consumption Less than 900 W Less than 900 W Power consumption * Less than 30 W Less than 30 W...
Page 179 Pin No. Direction IEEE 1284-B connector Compatibility Nibble PError AckDataReq Select Xflag nAutoFd HostBusy PeripheralLogic High 19 - 30 nlnit nFault nDataAvail nSelectln IEEE1284active Note: The column heading “Direction” refers to the direction of signal flow as viewed from the printer. Technical Specifications...
Page 180: Parallel C Interface
Parallel C interface The parallel C (IEEE 1284-II compliant) interface connector pin assignments and a description of the interface signals are shown in the table below. Pin No. Direction IEEE1284-C connector Compatibility Nibble Busy PtrBusy PeriphAck Select Xflag nAck PtrClk PeriphClk nFault nDataAvail...
Page 181 nStrobe/HostClk Compatibility mode: Latch pulse used to read in print data. When low, DATA is valid. negotiation phase: Latch pulse used to read in extensibility request values. Nibble mode: Always high. ECP mode: Used to transfer data and addresses from the host to the printer with handshaking via PeriphAck (Busy).
Page 182 reverse data transfer phase: In nibble mode, this signal serves as nibble data bit 3 and then 7. reverse idle phase: Reflects the BUSY status of the forward channel. ECP mode: Used for forward direction flow control. In reverse direction, this signal is used as a ninth data bit that indicates whether the data signals indicates a command or data.
Page 183 nAutoFd/HostBusy/HostAck Compatibility mode: Not used. negotiation phase: In order to request 1284 mode, this signal is set low and IEEE 1284active (nSelectln) is set high. Afterwards, this signal is set high when PtrClk (nAck) is set low. reverse data transfer phase: In nibble mode, setting this signal low indicates to the printer that the host is ready to receive data.
Page 184 nFault/nDataAvail/nPeriphRequest Compatibility mode: Low signal indicates that an error occurred. negotiation phase: This signal is set high in order to authorize 1284 compatibility. In nibble mode, after the host sets HostBusy (nAutoFd) high, this signal is set low in order to indicate that the transmission data is ready.
Page 185: Using The Ecp Mode In Windows 95
Using the ECP mode in Windows 95 To use the ECP mode with a Parallel C (IEEE 1284 level II compliant) connector, your computer must support the ECP mode. Note: The ECP mode is not available with Windows 3.1 and Windows NT. To use the ECP mode, follow these steps: Make the ECP mode settings in the BIOS setting program that comes with your computer.
Page 186: Serial Interface
When using the serial interface as Current loop, the availability of baud rates over 2400 depends on your computer’s hardware reliability (including the interface cable). EPSON does not recommend or guarantee the use of any particular brand of computer.
Page 187: Error Handling
Handshaking The printer’s serial interface can use DTR (Data Terminal Ready) signal levels and XON/XOFF communication protocols either separately or in combination. When the vacant area for data in the input buffer drops to 256 bytes, the printer outputs an XOFF code or sets the DTR signal level to low (MARK), indicating that it cannot receive more data.
Page 188 Signal RS-232C Current Direction Description loop Data terminal ready. This pin indicates whether or not the printer is ready to receive data. If the printer ready protocol is not selected, the printer is always ready to receive data (this pin is always HIGH.) If the printer ready protocol is selected, the printer can accept data when...
Page 189: Options And Consumables
Options and Consumables 500-Sheet Lower Paper Cassette Paper size: A4 (C81262 ) or Letter (C81263 ) Paper weight: 60 to 90 g/m (16 to 24 lb) Paper feed: Automatic feed delivery system Cassette capacity up to 500 sheets (75 g/m or 20 lb paper) Feeding speed: For the first sheet, 22 seconds or less;...
Page 190: Symbol Sets
..... . . B-24 In EPSON GL/2 Mode ......B-24...
Page 191: Introduction To Symbol Sets
Introduction to Symbol Sets Your printer can access a variety of symbol sets. Many of these symbol sets differ only in the international characters specific to each language. Note: Normally, your software handles fonts and symbols, so you probably never need to adjust the printer’s settings.
Page 192: In Lj4 Emulation Mode
In LJ4 Emulation Mode The following table lists the symbol sets available in LJ4 emulation mode. A table of the characters for each set is included later in this chapter. Symbol set name Symbol set Available typefaces ID for ESC ( (see next page) Roman-8* 43 typefaces + bitmap**...
Page 193 The 35 and 43 typefaces refer to those shown in the table below: Typefaces Flareserif 821 SWC Incised 901 SWC Clarendon Condensed SWC Ribbon 131 SWC Original Garamond SWC Audrey Two SWC Zapf Humanist 601 SWC Swiss 742 Condensed SWC Swiss 721 SWM —...
Page 194 Roman-8 (8U) ECM94-1 (0N) Symbol Sets...
Page 195 Legal (1U) 8859-2 ISO (2N) Symbol Sets...
Page 196 PsMath (5M) 8859-9 ISO(5N) Symbol Sets...
Page 197 WiTurkish (5T) MsPublishing (6J) Symbol Sets...
Page 198 VeMath (6M) DeskTop (7J) Symbol Sets...
Page 199 Math-8M WiE.Europe (9E) B-10 Symbol Sets...
Page 200 PcTk437 (9T) Windows (9U) B-11 Symbol Sets...
Page 201 PsText (10J) IBM-US (10U) B-12 Symbol Sets...
Page 202 IBM-DN (11U) McText (12J) B-13 Symbol Sets...
Page 203 PcMultilingual (12U) VeInternational (13J) B-14 Symbol Sets...
Page 204 VeUS (14J) PiFont (15U) B-15 Symbol Sets...
Page 205 PcE.Europe (17U) Symbol (19M) B-16 Symbol Sets...
Page 206 WiAnsi (19U) Wingdings (579L) B-17 Symbol Sets...
Page 207: International Set For Iso Sets
International Set for ISO sets To obtain the symbol sets listed below, substitute the characters in the ANSI ASCII sets with the characters in the table below. ASCII code hex Iso set 23 24 40 5B 5C 5D 5E 60 7B 7C 7D 7E ANSI ASCII (0U) Norweg 1 (0D) French (0F)
Page 208: In Esc/P 2 Or Fx Modes
In ESC/P 2 or FX Modes PC 437, 850, 860, 863, 865 857, 852, BRASCII, Abicamp PC 437 EPSON Roman Courier SWC EPSON Sans serif EPSON Prestige EPSON Script Letter Gothic SWC Swiss 721 SWM Dutch 801 SWM OCR B *Available only in ESC/P 2 mode.
Page 209 PC850 (Multilingual) PC860 (Portuguese) PC863 (Canadian-French) PC865 (Norwegian) B-20 Symbol Sets...
Page 210 PC857 (PcTurk2) PC852 (East Europe) BRASCII Abicomp B-21 Symbol Sets...
Page 211 Italic No characters are available for hex code 15 in the italic character table. B-22 Symbol Sets...
Page 212: International Character Sets
International Character Sets You can select one of the following international character sets using either SelecType or the ESC R command. For example, when you select “Italic France” in SelecType, the characters in the “France” row in the table below are used in the italic character table. Country ASCII code hex 23 24 40 5B 5C 5D 5E 60 7B 7C 7D 7E...
Page 213: Characters Available With The Esc
Available fonts are EPSON Sans Serif, Courier SWC, EPSON Prestige, EPSON Gothic, EPSON Presentor, EPSON Orator, and EPSON Script. In EPSON GL/2 Mode Available symbol sets in EPSON GL/2 mode are the same as those in LaserJet 4 emulation mode. Refer to the section on LaserJet 4 mode. B-24...
Page 214: Appendix C Command Summary
Appendix C Command Summary LaserJet 4 (LJ4) Emulation Commands ....C-3 GL/2 context commands ..... . C-7 ESC/P 2 and FX Commands .
Page 215 Your printer has the ability to emulate the following printers in each printer mode: LJ-4 Hewlett-Packard LaserJet 4 (PCL5e) ESC/P 2 EPSON LQ-570 (24-pin) EPSON FX-870/1170, or LX-100 (9-pin) GL/2 Hewlett-Packard GL/2 graphics language In addition, the following printer control languages are supported: Printer Job Language EPSON Job Control Language This appendix lists the printer commands for these modes.
Page 216: Laserjet 4 (Lj4) Emulation Commands
LaserJet 4 (LJ4) Emulation Commands This section lists the printer commands supported in the LJ4 emulation mode. For more information on printer commands, see Hewlett- Packard’s LaserJet 4 reference manual. Job control Reset ESC E Number of copies ESC &l#X Universal exit language ESC%#X Long-edge (left) offset registration...
Page 217: Cursor Positioning
Cursor positioning Vertical position ESC &a#R ESC *p#Y ESC &a#V Horizontal position ESC &a#C ESC *p#X ESC &a#H Half line feed ESC = Line termination ESC &k#G Push/pop position ESC &f#S Font selection Primary symbol set ESC (id Secondary symbol set ESC )id Primary spacing ESC (s#P...
Page 218: Font Management
Font management Assign font ID ESC *c#D Font and character control ESC *c#F Set symbol set ESC *c#R Define symbol set ESC (f#W[data] Symbol set control ESC *c#S Select primary font with ID# ESC (#X Select secondary font with ID# ESC )#X Soft font creation Font descriptor...
Page 219: Programming Hints
User-defined pattern management/creation Pattern ID ESC *c#G Define pattern ESC *c#W[data] User-defined pattern control ESC *c#Q Set pattern reference point ESC *p#R Macros Macro ID ESC &f#Y Macro control ESC &f#X Status readback Set status readback location type ESC *s#T Set status readback location unit ESC *s#U Inquire status readback entity...
Page 220: Gl/2 Context Commands
GL/2 context commands Dual context extensions Enter PCL mode ESC %#A Reset ESC E Primary font Secondary font Scalable or bitmapped fonts Palette extensions Transparency mode Screened vectors Number of Pens Vector Group Arc absolute Arc relative Absolute arc three point Bezier absolute Bezier relative Plot absolute...
Page 221 Character Group Select standard font Select alternate font Absolute direction Relative direction Absolute character size Relative character size Character slant Extra space Standard font definition Alternate font definition Character fill mode Label origin Label Define label terminator Character plot Transparent data Define variable text path Line and fill attribute group Line type...
Page 222: Esc/P 2 And Fx Commands
ESC/P 2 and FX Commands This section lists the printer commands supported in the ESC/P 2 and FX emulation modes. ESC/P 2 mode General operation Initialize printer ESC @ Control paper loading/ejecting ESC EM n Paper feeding Carriage return Form feed Line feed Select 1/8-inch line spacing ESC 0...
Page 223: Print Position Motion
Print position motion Set absolute horizontal print position ESC $ n1 n2 Set relative horizontal print position ESC \ n1 n2 Set absolute vertical print position ESC ( V nn Set relative vertical print position ESC ( v nn Set horizontal tabs ESC D nn Tab horizontally Set vertical tabs...
Page 224: Font Enhancement
Font enhancement Select condensed printing Cancel condensed printing Select double-width printing (one line) Turn double-width printing on/off ESC W 1/0 Cancel double-width printing (one line) Turn double-height printing on/off ESC w 1/0 Select double-strike printing ESC G Cancel double-strike printing ESC H Select superscript printing ESC S 0...
Page 225: Fx Mode
FX mode Printer commands arranged by topic The following section lists and describes all FX and LQ commands by topic. Printer operation Initialize printer ESC @ Control paper loading/ejecting ESC EM n Data control Carriage return Vertical motion Form feed Set page length in lines ESC C n Set page length in inches...
Page 226: Horizontal Motion
Horizontal motion Set absolute horizontal print position ESC $ n1 n2 Set relative horizontal print position ESC\n1 n2 Set left margin ESC l n Set right margin ESC Q n Tab horizontally Set horizontal tabs ESC D nn Overall printing style Select letter quality or draft ESC x n Note:...
Page 227: Word Processing
Font enhancement Select emphasized mode ESC E Cancel emphasized mode ESC F Select double-strike mode ESC G Cancel double-strike mode ESC H Note: The ESC G and ESC E commands produce identical effects, so you cannot obtain darker print by combining the two. Select superscript/subscript mode ESC S 0/1 Cancel superscript/subscript mode...
Page 228: Pjl Commands
PJL Commands This section lists the available commands for printer job language mode (PJL). For more information on PJL, refer to the Printer Job Language Technical Reference Manual from Hewlett-Packard. COMMENT @PJL COMMENT [words] [<CR>] <LF> DEFAULT @PJL DEFAULT [LPARM: ***] variable = value [<CR>] <LF> DINQUIRE @PJL DINQUIRE [LPARM: ***] variable [<CR>] <LF>...
Page 229: Ejl Mode
EJL Mode This section lists the commands for EJL (EPSON Job Control Language). EJL can perform the following operations: Switch the printer emulation Transfer the printer’s system information to the computer EJL can switch the printer emulation with a unidirectional interface, but a bidirectional interface is required for the computer to receive system information from the printer.
Page 230 Overview of the EJL commands EJL commands must be sent immediately after the printer receives the universal exit command; otherwise the printer returns to its currently selected emulation mode. Every EJL command starts with the string @EJL, which must be in uppercase letters, although other commands can be both uppercase and lowercase.
Page 231 @EJL<WS>INQUIRE<WS>NAME[<WS>][<CR>]<LF> Description: Inquire printer name. If you are using a bidirectional interface between the computer and the printer, your printer outputs the following answer strings: @EJL ANSWER NAME = Printer name <CR> <LF> @EJL<WS>ID[<WS>][<CR>]<LF> Description: Send the device ID to host computer @EJL<WS>SELECT<WS>Option[<WS>]= [<WS>]Value[<WS>][<CR>]<LF>...
Page 232 LJ4: DESTSYMSET (0 to 3199), SRCSYMSET (0 to 3199) ESCP2, FX: AUTOCR (OFF, ON), AUTOLF (OFF, ON), BITIMAGE (BCODE, DARK, LIGHT), CGTABLE (BPABICOMP, BPBRASCII, BULGARIAN*, CODEMJK*, HEBREW7*, HEBREW8*, ISO8859-7*, ISO8859-9*, ITALIC, MAZOWIA*, PCAR864*, PCCANF, PCCY855*, PCCY866*, PCEEUROPE, PCGK437*, PCGK851*, PCGK869*, PCHE862*, PCICELANDIC*, PCMULT, PCNORD, PCPORT, PCSL427*, PCTURKISH1*, PCTURKISH2, PCUSA), CONDENSED (OFF, ON), COUNTRY (DENMARK, DENMARK2, FRANCE,...
Page 233: I239X Emulation Commands
Example with @EJL<WS>ENTER<WS>Option[<WS>]= [<WS>]<Value>[<WS>][<CR>]<LF> Decimal: 64 69 74 76 32 69 78 84 69 82 32 76 65 78 71 85 65 71 69 [32] 61 [32] <ASCII strings> [13] 10 Hexadecimal: 40 45 4A 4C 20 45 4E 54 45 52 20 4C 41 4E 47 55 41 47 45 [20] 3D [20] <ASCII strings>...
Page 234 Unit definition Set vertical units (1/180, 1/216, or 1/360 inch) ESC [ \ Set vertical tab stops ESC B Set default tab stops ESC R Set horizontal tab stops ESC D Paper feeding/print position motion Carriage return Line feed Form feed Move paper vertically (n/180, n/216, or n/360 inch) ESC J...
Page 235: Text
Text Font selection Select 10 pitch font Select 12 pitch font ESC: Start 17 cpi printing Start 17 cpi printing ESC SI Proportional spacing ESC P Begin subscript/superscript ESC S End subscript/superscript ESC T Select font and pitch ESC[I Select print or font ESC I Select character set 2 ESC 6...
Page 236: Auxiliary Functions
Bar code Bar code set up ESC [f Bar code transfer ESC [P- Auxiliary Functions Initialize Set initial conditions ESC [K Data input control Cancel 1 line Auxiliary function Select paper tray ESC [F AGM Mode Line spacing Set line spacing for graphics (n/180, n/216, or n/360 inch) ESC 3 Set line spacing for text (n/60 inch)
Page 237 Bit image Normal-density bit image graphics ESC K Double-density bit image graphics (half speed) ESC L Double-density bit image graphics (normal speed) ESC Y High-density bit image graphics ESC Z Graphic print mode ESC [g Select graphic mode ESC * C-24 Command Summary...
Page 238: Appendix D Working With Fonts
Appendix D Working with Fonts Printer and Screen Fonts ..... . D-2 Available Fonts ......D-3 Adding More Fonts .
Page 239: Printer And Screen Fonts
Read this section if you would like to know more about fonts and see samples of the installed fonts. To select a font, use your application program. Font problems are uncommon but some may occur, such as: The printer substitutes a font other than the one you selected with your software.
Page 240: Available Fonts
screen font printer font Note: The distinction between printer and screen fonts is not as important when you are using TrueType fonts, which are included with Windows. TrueType is an outline font format that can be used by both the printer and the screen. Available Fonts The following table lists the fonts that are installed on your printer.
Page 241 When selecting fonts in your software program, choose the font name listed in the HP equivalent column. ESC/P 2 and FX modes Font name Scalable font EPSON Roman EPSON Sans serif Courier SWC Medium, Bold EPSON Prestige EPSON Script Swiss 721 SWM*...
Page 242 Font name Bitmap font OCR B I239X mode Font name Scalable font EPSON Sans serif Courier SWC Medium, Bold EPSON Prestige EPSON Gothic EPSON Presentor EPSON Orator EPSON Script Font name Bitmap font OCR B To see the font samples, use the Test Menu in SelecType.
Page 243: Adding More Fonts
Adding More Fonts Fonts that reside on your computer’s hard disk can be downloaded, or transferred, to the printer so they can be printed. Downloaded fonts, also called soft fonts, remain in printer memory until you turn off the printer or otherwise reinitialize it.
Page 244 Appendix E Map of SelecType Menus Map of SelecType Menus...
Page 245: Switching Between Selectype Menus
Switching between SelecType Menus The following menu maps show the possible menus and options in SelecType. Pressing the Menu button displays the next menu. Pressing the Alt + Menu buttons displays the prior menu. This is only available with option. Map of SelecType Menus...
Page 246 Map of SelecType Menus...
Page 247 Map of SelecType Menus...
Page 248 Glossary ASCII American Standard Code for Information Interchange. A standardized way of assigning codes to characters and control codes. The system is widely used by manufacturers of computers, printers, and software. auto line feed A printer feature in which each carriage return code (CR) is automatically accompanied by a line feed (LF) code.
Page 249 drum The part of the printer mechanism where the image is formed and transferred to the paper. emulation See printer emulation. fixed-width font A font whose characters are allotted the same amount of horizontal space, no matter the width of the character. Thus the uppercase M receives the same amount of space as the letter l.
Page 250 orientation Refers to the direction in which characters are printed on a page. This direction is either portrait, like this page, or landscape with the text printed on a page turned sideways. outline font A font whose outline is described mathematically, allowing it to be rendered (printed or drawn) smoothly at any size.
Page 251 reset To refresh the printer’s memory and erase the current print jobs. resident font A font that is stored permanently in the printer’s memory. resolution A measure of the fineness and clarity of images produced by the printer or monitor. Printer resolution is measured in dots per inch. Monitor resolution is measured in pixels.
Page 252 Index Adjusting ECP mode, A-12 print density, 7-28 EJL mode, C-16 RITech, 7-27 Emulation Menu, 6-9 ALT, 2-5 Emulation Modes AUX Menu, 6-18 ESCP2, 6-22 FX, 6-22 I239X, 6-26 LJ4, 6-18 Button, 2-5 Envelops, 1-8 Error messages, 7-17 ESCP2 Menu, 6-22 Check Paper Size error, 7-17 Cleaning printer, 7-30 Colored paper, 1-8...
Page 253 I239X Menu, 6-26 Manual Feed, 6-20 Image Optimum, 3-16, 5-13, 6-14 Mem Overflow error, 7-14, 7-19 Imaging cartridge Memory Module, 4-7 installing, 7-24 Mode life, A-16 EJL, C-16 Installing LJ4, B-3 LocalTalk/Serial module, 4-13 PJL, C-15 500-Sheet Lower Paper Cassette, MP Tray Size, 6-20 memory module, 4-7 optional interface card, 4-15...
Page 254 Printing Menu, 6-9 Problem Weight, A-4 memory, 7-14 paper jam, 7-2, 7-19 print quality, 7-9 RAM, 4-7 Remote Control Panel utility, 5-2 Replacing imaging cartridge, 7-24 Reset, 2-6, 7-29 Reset All, 7-29 RITech, 3-14, 5-12, 6-12, 7-27 SelecType, 6-3 Serial interface utility, 4-19 Serial Menu, 6-16 Setup Menu, 6-14...
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Page 256 EPSON OVERSEAS MARKETING LOCATIONS EPSON AMERICA, INC. EPSON UK LTD. 20770 Madrona Ave. Campus 100, Maylands Avenue, P.O. Box 2842 Hemel Hempstead, Herts, Torrance, CA 90509-2842 HP2 7TJ, U.K. Phone: (800) 922-8911 Phone: (+44) 01442 61144 Fax: (310) 782-5220 Fax: (+44) 01442 227227 EPSON DEUTSCHLAND GmbH EPSON FRANCE S.A.

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Epson EPL-N1200 Reference Manual

Chapter 1 Paper Handling

Paper Handling

Chapter 2 Understanding Your Printer

Understanding Your Printer

Chapter 3 Making Printer Driver Settings

Making Printer Driver Settings

Chapter 4 Options

Remote Control Panel Utility

Chapter 5 Remote Control Panel Utility

Chapter 6 Selectype

Selectype

Chapter 7 Troubleshooting and Maintenance

Troubleshooting and Maintenance

Appendix A Technical Specifications

Appendix B Symbol Sets

Appendix C Command Summary

Appendix D Working with Fonts

Quick Links

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