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Epson EPL-N2050+ Setup Manual

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  • Page 1 Laser Printer Setup Guide 4013246-00...
  • Page 2 Where to Find Information Setup Guide (this manual) Provides you with information on assembling the printer’s parts and installing printer options. Reference Guide (online guide) Provides you with detailed information on the printer’s functions, maintenance, troubleshooting, and technical specifications. Administrator’s Guide (online guide) Provides network administrators with information on both the printer driver and network settings.
  • Page 3 EPSON CORPORATION’s operating and maintenance instructions. SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION shall not be liable against any damages or problems arising from the use of any options or any consumable products other than those designated as Original EPSON Products or EPSON Approved Products by SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety Instructions Laser Printer Precautions ....... . . 1 Important Safety Instructions .
  • Page 6 Installing the printer driver ......41 Installing the EPSON Font Manager ....43 Using the Online Guides About the Online Guides .

  • Page 7: Safety Instructions

    Safety Instructions Laser Printer Precautions This printer uses laser technology. The following precautions apply whenever you use the printer. Even if you are familiar with other types of printers, be sure to follow these precautions carefully to ensure safe, efficient operation. Because the printer weighs approximately 26 kg (57.4 lb) without the Imaging Cartridge, you should not lift or carry it by yourself.
  • Page 8 Do not touch the areas inside the front and rear covers of the printer, which are marked with the caution labels. If the printer has been in use, these areas may be very hot. (Visible when the imaging cartridge is removed.) Do not touch the components inside the printer unless instructed to do so in this guide.
  • Page 9 Never force the printer’s components into place. Although the printer is designed to be sturdy, rough handling can damage Do not attempt to modify or take the cartridge apart. It cannot be refilled. Do not touch the toner and avoid all contact with your eyes. Wait for at least one hour before using the cartridge after moving it from a cool to a warm environment to prevent damage from condensation.

  • Page 10: 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 the printer from the electrical outlet before cleaning. Use a damp cloth for cleaning and do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners.
  • Page 11 Unless specifically instructed in this guide, do not attempt to service this product yourself. Opening or removing covers that are marked Do Not Remove may expose you to high voltage. Refer all servicing in those compartments to a qualified service representative. Unplug the printer and refer servicing to a qualified service representative under the following conditions: A.

  • Page 12: 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. Safety Instructions...

  • Page 13: Assembling The Printer

    Assembling the Printer Finding a Place for the Printer Allow adequate space for easy operation and maintenance as shown below. To install any of the following options, you will need the indicated amount of additional space. Assembling the Printer...
  • Page 14 Large Capacity Paper Unit adds 140 mm (5.5 in.) to the bottom of the printer for each unit. Multibin Unit adds 360 mm (14.2 in.) to the top of the printer. Shifter adds 220 mm (8.7 in.) to the top of the printer. Caution: Place the printer where you can easily unplug the power cord.

  • Page 15: Installing The Imaging Cartridge

    When handling the cartridge, always set it on a clean, smooth surface. We recommend the use of genuine EPSON Imaging Cartridges. Products not manufactured by EPSON may cause damage to your printer not covered by EPSON’s warranties. Assembling the Printer...
  • Page 16 1. While holding the imaging cartridge horizontally, gently shake it a few times to distribute the toner evenly. 2. Push the button on the front cover of your printer and open it as shown below. Push Assembling the Printer...
  • Page 17 3. Remove the two orange pieces of protective material from both sides of the inside of the printer, as shown below. 4. Pull the protective strip located on the right side of the cartridge all the way out completely with firm, even pressure. Assembling the Printer...
  • Page 18 5. Note the arrows on the left and right sides inside the printer. Slide the imaging cartridge, in the direction of the arrows, at a slight downward angle into the printer. Push the cartridge into the printer until it is firmly seated in its proper position. Caution: To avoid spilling toner, do not tilt the imaging cartridge.

  • Page 19: About The Power Cord

    About the Power Cord If a power cord is included in your area, it is packed either in the large box with the printer, or in the document box, depending on your location. The shape of the power cord plug varies by country. Be sure the plug is of the right shape for your location.

  • Page 20: Installing The Options

    Installing the Options You can install the memory module, ROM module, Hard Disk Drive, Interface Card, Duplex Unit, Multibin Unit, Shifter, and Envelope Feeder into the printer. See the installation instructions for the option you want to install. After installing options, print a status sheet to confirm that they are installed correctly.
  • Page 21 Warning: Avoid touching electrical components that are exposed after you have removed the printer’s casing. They may be very hot if the printer has been in use. Follow these steps to install an optional memory module: 1. Make sure the printer is not turned on. 2.
  • Page 22 4. Identify the DIMM slot. It’s relative position is shown below. CN12 5. Pull the clips on each side of the CN12 outward. 6. Hold the memory module above CN12 in the orientation illustrated below. Installing the Options...
  • Page 23 7. Push one end of the memory module into the slot until the clip comes up. Do not apply too much force. 8. Push the other end of the memory module into the slot until the other clip comes up to retain the memory module securely.

  • Page 24: Hard Disk Drive

    Hard Disk Drive Follow these steps to install the optional Hard Disk Drive (C82377 ): Note: The asterisk ( ) is a substitute for the last digit of the product number, which varies by country. 1. Follow steps 1 through 3 in “Memory Module” on page 15. 2.

  • Page 25: Rom Module

    3. Tighten the two screws with a screwdriver. 4. Replace the left side casing of the printer and tighten the two retaining screws. 5. Turn on the printer. ROM Module Follow these steps to install the Adobe PostScript 3 ROM module (C83245 ): 1.

  • Page 26: Interface

    3. Hold the ROM module oriented as shown, then push the ROM module into the slot evenly until the button comes up. 4. Turn on the printer. Interface Follow these steps to install an optional interface card: Caution: Before you install the interface card, be sure to discharge any static electricity by touching a grounded piece of metal.
  • Page 27 3. Remove the two screws that secure the interface slot cover and remove the cover. 4. With the component side of the optional interface card facing the correct side, slide and push the interface card into the slot as shown below. Push the card firmly to lock it into place. Installing the Options...

  • Page 28: Large Capacity Paper Unit

    5. Secure the interface card by fastening the two retaining screws. 6. Turn on the printer. Large Capacity Paper Unit Follow these steps to install the optional Large Capacity Paper Unit: 1. Make sure the printer is not turned on. 2.
  • Page 29 3. You can install up to two Large Capacity Paper Units to your printer. Carefully remove the Large Capacity Paper Unit from its carton and place it on the floor or a flat stable surface. Then, remove the packing tape used to secure the paper cassette in place.
  • Page 30 4. If you are installing two units, remove the other unit from its carton, and carefully lower it onto the bottom unit. Be sure that the pins and electronic connector are properly aligned. 5. Make sure all corners of the upper unit fit securely onto the bottom unit.
  • Page 31 7. Lift the printer and carefully place it on the Large Capacity Paper Units. Be sure that the pins and electronic connector are properly aligned. Caution: The printer weighs about 26 kg (57.4 lb).Always lift it with two or more people. Grasp the printer at the locations illustrated above.

  • Page 32: Duplex Unit

    11. Turn on the printer. Duplex Unit The optional Duplex Unit allows you to automatically print on both sides of the paper. Follow these steps to install the Duplex Unit: Caution: Open the inner tray of the Duplex Unit and remove the packing tape;...
  • Page 33 3. While holding the Duplex Unit in both hands, align the edges on the unit with the guide rails in the printer. Caution: Do not touch the areas marked by the caution labels inside the rear cover. If the printer has been in use, these areas may be very hot.

  • Page 34: Multibin Unit

    Note: Keep the packaging materials in case you remove the Duplex Unit in the future. Multibin Unit Follow these steps to install the Multibin Unit: Note: The Multibin Unit cannot be installed at the same time as the optional Shifter. If the Shifter is installed, remove it before installing the Multibin Unit.
  • Page 35 3. Reach into the top rear of the printer and press in on the two plastic tabs locking the top cover in place, while at the same time holding onto the cover so it doesn’t fall. Lift the top cover off carefully and store it in a safe place.
  • Page 36 3. Carefully lift the Multibin Unit, holding it so that the drawers are facing the same direction as the front of the printer. Lift the unit over the printer, tilt the front end slightly downward, and fit the metal hook into the hook slot. 4.
  • Page 37 5. Connect one end of the Power Extension Cable to the lower power outlet on the back of the Multibin Unit. Connect the other end of the cable to the power inlet on the printer. 6. Connect the printer’s original power cord to the upper power inlet on the Multibin Unit, and plug the other end into an electrical outlet.

  • Page 38: Shifter

    Shifter Installing To install the Shifter, follow the instructions below. Note: The Shifter cannot be used in combination with the optional Multibin Unit. If the Multibin Unit is installed, remove it before installing the Shifter. See “Multibin Unit” in the Reference Guide. 1.

  • Page 39: Envelope Feeder

    3. Note the location of the interface plug on the Shifter and its counterpart on the printer. Lower the rear of the unit into place and make sure the plug is inserted properly into the receptacle on the printer. Slide the unit slightly as necessary so that the plastic tabs snap into the slot along the rear of the printer.
  • Page 40 2. Open the MP Tray. 3. Remove the small cap from the inner left side of the MP tray as shown below. Note: Take care not to lose the small cap, as you need to replace it when you remove the Envelope Feeder. 4.
  • Page 41 5. Note the location of the interface plug on the Envelope Feeder and its counterpart on the printer. Be sure that the plug is inserted properly into the receptacle on the printer. 6. Push it straight into position directly above the MP tray. 7.

  • Page 42: Testing And Connecting The Printer

    Testing and Connecting the Printer Plugging in the Printer 1. Make sure the power switch on the front of the printer is turned off, as shown below. 2. Insert the power cord into the AC inlet at the back of the printer.

  • Page 43: Testing The Printer

    Testing the Printer To test whether the printer is set up correctly, print a status sheet. The status sheet contains information about the printer and the installed options, including the current settings. To print a status sheet, follow the steps below. Loading paper 1.

  • Page 44: Printing A Status Sheet

    Printing a status sheet 1. Turn on the printer. The lights and the LCD panel messages on the control panel change in the following order: All lights come on once and then turn off. The display shows ROM CHECK. The display shows RAM CHECK XXXMB, with the actual memory size of your printer (including the memory size of any optional memory module installed) displayed in place of XXX.

  • Page 45: Connecting To The Computer

    If the printer cannot print the status sheet or you find any problem printing the status sheet, contact your dealer. Connecting to the Computer Though this printer is intended to be used on a network, you can use the serial interface or parallel interface to connect the printer directly to a computer.
  • Page 46 3. Secure the connector by pushing the two wire clips together until they lock in place on both sides of the connector. 4. Plug the other end of the cable into the computer’s parallel interface connector, and fasten it as required. Testing and Connecting the Printer...

  • Page 47: Installing The Printer Software

    Installing the Printer Software About the Printer Software The EPSON EPL-N2050+ comes with a printer software CD-ROM that contains all the software you’ll need to use your new laser printer, including printer drivers and utility programs. To install the software, follow the instructions below.
  • Page 48 2. Insert the printer software CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive. The Installation Program screen appears as shown below: If it does not, double-click the My Computer icon. Click the CD-ROM icon, then select Open from the file menu.Then double-click Epsetup.exe. 3.

  • Page 49: Installing The Epson Font Manager

    5. When the installation is complete, click OK. Installing the EPSON Font Manager The EPSON Font Manager provides you with 131 screen fonts and helps you manage your fonts in Microsoft Windows. Follow these steps to install the EPSON Font Manager: 1.
  • Page 50 CD-ROM icon, then select Open from the File menu.Then double-click Epsetup.exe. 3. Double-click Install EPSON Font Manager. Alternatively, you can install by selecting Install EPSON Font Manager and then clicking the arrow at the top right. 4. Follow the on-screen instructions.

  • Page 51: Using The Online Guides

    Using the Online Guides About the Online Guides The following online guides are provided to help you learn more about your printer. Refer to the Reference Guide for information on troubleshooting procedures and error messages after installing the online guides into your computer. Reference To learn more about your printer, see this guide.

  • Page 52: Viewing The Online Guides From The Cd-Rom

    Memory 16 MB RAM for Windows 98/95, NT 4.0 (32 MB RAM or more recommended) 32 MB RAM for Windows Me and 2000 Hard disk space 3 MB to install the Reference Guide CD-ROM drive Double-speed (Quad-speed or faster recommended) Display 640 480 pixel or 800 600 pixel resolution, with High Color (16 bit) or True Color (32 bit) setting...

  • Page 53: Installing And Viewing The Online Guide From Your Hard Disk

    When the installation is complete, EPL-N2050+ Guide icon appears in the EPSON folder. Double-click the icon to open the guide. Note: If your hard disk does not have enough space to install the Reference Guide, view it directly from the CD.

  • Page 54: Safety Information

    Safety Information Laser Safety This printer is certified as a Class 1 laser product under the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Radiation Performance Standard according to the Radiation Control for Health and Safety Act of 1968. This means that the printer does not produce hazardous laser radiation.

  • Page 55: Cdrh Regulations

    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 56: Ozone Safety

    Ozone Safety Ozone emission Ozone gas is generated by laser printers as a by-product of the printing process. Ozone is produced only when the printer is printing. Ozone exposure limit The recommended exposure limit for ozone is 0.02 parts per million (ppm) expressed as an average time-weighted concentration over an eight (8) hour period.

  • Page 57: Energy Star ® Compliance

    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 58 If you need to fit a plug: As the colors of the mains lead of this appliance may not match any colored markings used to identify the terminals in a plug, please proceed as follows: The green and yellow wire must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked by the letter E or the Earth symbol ( G).
  • Page 59 Safety Information...
  • Page 60 Laser Printer Setup Guide Printed in Japan 00.XX-XX...

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