Epson Printer 1000 User Manual
User’s Guide  
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48-NOZZLE INK JET PRINTER  
S t y l u s 1000  
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User’s Guide  
Important Safety Instructions  
1.  
Read all of these instructions before you set up your printer.  
2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the printer.  
3. Unplug the printer from the wall outlet before you clean it,  
and use a damp cloth for cleaning, not liquid or aerosol  
cleaners.  
4. Do not use your printer near water or spill any liquid on it.  
5. Do not place the printer on an unstable cart, stand, table, or  
other surface that may allow the printer to fall.  
6. Do not block any slots or openings in the cabinet. These are  
provided for the ventilation necessary to ensure reliable  
operation and protection from overheating. Placing the  
printer on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface may  
block the openings. Also, do not place the printer in a  
built-in installation unless proper ventilation is provided.  
7.  
Never place the printer near or over a radiator or heat  
register.  
8.  
Use the type of power source indicated on the label. If you  
are not sure of the type of power available, consult your  
dealer or local power company.  
9.  
This printer may be equipped with a plug having a third  
(grounding) pin, which fits only into a grounding-type  
outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert  
the plug into the outlet, have an electrician replace your  
obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the purpose of the  
grounding-type plug.  
10. Do not put your printer where the cord will be walked on.  
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11. If you use an extension cord, make sure that the total of the  
ampere ratings on the products plugged into the extension  
cord does not exceed the extension cord’s ampere rating.  
Also, make sure that the total of all products plugged into  
the wall outlet does not exceed 15 amperes.  
12. Never push objects of any kind into your printer because  
they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts  
that could result in a risk of fire or electric shock.  
13. Except as specifically explained in the user’s manual, do not  
attempt to repair the printer yourself. This could expose  
you to dangerous voltage points or other risks. Refer all  
servicing in those compartments to service personnel.  
14. Unplug the printer from the wall outlet and have it repaired  
by a qualified service person under the following  
conditions:  
A. When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed  
B. If liquid has been spilled into it  
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D
If it has been exposed to rain or water  
If it does not operate normally when the operating  
instructions are followed. Adjust only those controls  
that are covered by the operating instructions since  
improper adjustment of other controls may result in  
damage and will often require extensive work by a  
qualified technician to restore the printer to normal  
operation.  
E. If it has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged  
F. If it exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating  
a need for service.  
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FCC Compliance Statement  
For United States Users  
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital  
device, pursuant to Part of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide  
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This  
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed  
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio or  
television reception. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a  
particular installation. If this equipment does cause interference to radio and television  
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is  
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures.  
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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.  
Cl Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the  
receiver is connected.  
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Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.  
WARNING  
The connection of a non-shielded equipment interface cable to this equipment will  
invalidate the FCC Certification of this device and may cause interference levels which  
exceed the limits established by the FCC for this equipment. It is the responsibility of the  
user to obtain and use a shielded equipment interface cable with this device. If this  
equipment has more than one interface connector, do not leave cables connected to  
unused interfaces. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer  
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.  
For Canadian Users  
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from  
digital apparatus as set out in the radio interference regulations of the Canadian  
Department of Communications.  
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Tips for Printing on Single Sheets  
When you print on single sheets, you may notice that your  
printer prints the first page of your file correctly but then  
prints too low on the next page, or that it prints the last few  
lines from one page onto the next.  
These differences in print position are easy to adjust; you can  
simply change some of the settings in your application  
program as described below to get the right results.  
1. When you install an application program, it normally asks  
you what printer you are using. Make sure you choose the  
correct printer. See Chapter 1 for, the right printer to  
choose.  
2. Many programs include an option to set the maximum lines  
per page. If your program has a lines-per-page setting and  
you are using  
for try  
x
paper, set the lines per page to  
Note:  
Tofind the right lines-per-page settingfor paper that is not  
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create a test document using your application program. Set your top  
and bottom margins to 0 and then create a file of numbered lines from  
1 to  
When you print yourfile, notice the last number printed on  
the first page. This is your maximum lines-per-page setting.  
3. If your program doesn’t have a lines-per-page setting, try  
decreasing the top margin or increasing the bottom  
margin, or both, until you get the results you want.  
4. You can also try adjusting the form length setting. For a  
standard  
inches  
x
page, try setting the form length at  
inches for  
5. Some programs also let you indicate whether you are using  
single sheets or continuous paper. Make sure you choose  
single sheets.  
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Contents  
Introduction  
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Features  
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.2  
.3  
Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
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HowtoUseThisManual  
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Warnings, Cautions, and Notes  
Chapter 1 Setting Up the Printer  
l-2  
About Your Ink Jet Printer  
A few precautions  
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l-2  
.1-4  
1-5  
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Choosing the right paper  
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Unpacking the Printer  
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Attaching the paper support and the paper separators  
l-7  
Choosing a Place for the Printer  
Plugging in the Printer  
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l-8  
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l-9  
Installing the Ink Cartridge  
Loading Paper in the Paper Feeder  
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l-13  
l-15  
l-17  
l-18  
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Testing the Printer  
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Connecting the Printer to Your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Setting Up Your Software Programs  
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Chapter 2 Paper Handling  
Printing on Single Sheets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . , 2-2  
Tips on using the paper feeder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-2  
Adjusting the loading position-Adjusting the  
print position  
Loading paper manually . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-5  
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2-7  
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Using Continuous Paper with Optional Push Tractor  
2-7  
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Installing the push tractor  
Loading continuous paper  
Tips on using continuous paper  
Using the tear-off feature  
Removing the push tractor  
2-8  
2-11  
2-12  
2-13  
2-14  
2-14  
2-15  
2-16  
2-16  
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Switching Between Continuous Paper and Single Sheets  
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Switching to single sheets  
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Switching to continuous paper  
Printing on Special Paper  
Envelopes  
Printing on envelopes  
2-18  
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Labels  
Using the Printer  
Chapter 3  
3-2  
3-2  
3-3  
3-5  
3-6  
3-7  
3-7  
3-9  
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Operating the Control Panel  
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Indicator lights  
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Buttons  
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Selecting Character Fonts  
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Scalable fonts  
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Condensed printing  
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Using the Default-Settings Mode  
Default settings descriptions  
Character table -Auto print direction -  
Continuous-paper page length -  
Skip-over-perforation -Network interface mode  
-Mixed text/graphics mode -Auto line feed -  
Auto interface selection - Auto interface wait  
time -Tear off  
3-11  
3-15  
3-16  
3-17  
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Changing the default settings  
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Optional Interface Cards  
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Installing an interface card  
The C82305*/C82306* serialinterface card  
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Selecting a baud rate -Handshake timing -  
Error handling  
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.3-18  
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.3-20  
Maintenance and Transportation  
Replacing the ink cartridge  
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Cleaning the print head  
Cleaning the printer  
Transporting the printer  
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.3-22  
.3-22  
.3-24  
.3-25  
3-29  
Troubleshooting  
Error indicators  
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Power supply  
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Printing  
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Paper handling  
Clearing a paper jam-Preventing paper feeding  
and paper jam problems  
Appendix  
Technical Specifications . . , . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-2  
Printer specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-2  
Printing-Paper-Mechanical-Electrical-  
Environmental-Safety approvals  
Interface specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-7  
Specifications and pin assignments-Interface  
timing  
Initialization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-10  
Default settings  
Command Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-11  
Sending printer commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-11  
Using the command summary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-12  
General operation-Paper feeding--Page  
format-Print position motion-Font selection-  
Font enhancement-Spacing-Character  
handling-Graphics-Bit image  
Character Tables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-20  
Glossary  
Index  
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V111  
Your new Epson printer is a 48-nozzle ink jet printer, ideal for  
quiet, high-speed printing.  
Features  
Your printer offers the following features:  
High print quality. Epson’s new ink jet technology delivers  
crisp dot-per-inch text and graphics.  
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Flexible paper handling. Use the built-in paper feeder to  
load up to sheets automatically. You can also insert  
envelopes or single pages manually without removing the  
paper supply.  
Wide range of paper size with  
can print on paper up to A3 size:  
printable columns. You  
mm x mm  
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inches x  
manually insert paper up to  
inches).  
inches) using the paper feeder. You can  
mm x mm  
inches  
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Quiet printing. Ink jet technology helps maintain a quiet  
working environment.  
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Epson  
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This enhanced printer control language  
adds scalable fonts and improved graphics capability.  
Compatibility. Supports the Epson commands  
widely used in software written for other Epson printers.  
Convenience. Drop-in ink cartridge prints up to pages.  
(at characters per page, using the Roman font)  
Introduction  
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Options  
The following options enable you to make full use of your  
printer.  
Push-Tractor Unit (C80029*)  
With this option you can print on continuous paper as well  
as single sheets. See Chapter 2 for details.  
Interface Cards  
Optional interface cards, including one for  
available to supplement the printer’s built-in parallel  
interface. See Chapter 3 for details.  
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How to Use This Manual  
Here’s what you’ll find in this book:  
Chapter 1 describes how to unpack and set up the printer.  
It also describes printing a self test and configuring your  
software for the printer. These instructions include basic  
directions regarding the ink, paper, and placement of the  
printer; be sure to read and follow these instructions  
carefully.  
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Chapter 2 explains paper handling. It contains instructions  
on using the optional push tractor and printing on special  
paper.  
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Chapter 3 covers operating the control panel, changing  
printer settings, the use of options, and maintenance and  
troubleshooting.  
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The Appendix includes printer specifications, commands,  
and character tables.  
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A glossary of printer terms and an index are included at  
the end.  
2 Introduction  
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  
of your printer.  
tips on the operation  
Where to Get Help for United States Users  
Epson America provides local customer support and service  
through a nationwide network of authorized Epson dealers  
and Service Centers.  
Epson also provides the following support services through  
the Epson  
at (800) 922-8911:  
Assistance in locating your nearest Authorized Epson  
Reseller or Service Center  
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Technical assistance with the installation, configuration,  
and operation of Epson products  
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Information on  
P 2 drivers for your software  
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Sales of the  
comprehensive information on  
/ P reference manual, which contains  
/ P 2  
Epson technical information library fax service  
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Product literature with technical specifications on our  
current and new products  
Sales of ribbons, supplies, parts, documentation, and  
accessories for your Epson product  
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Customer Relations  
Introduction 3  
Chapter  
1
Setting Up the Printer  
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l-2  
l-2  
About Your Ink Jet Printer  
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
A few precautions  
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . l-4  
Choosing the right paper  
Unpacking the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . l-5  
l-6  
Attaching the paper support and the paper separators . . .  
Choosing a Place for the Printer . . . . . . . . . , . . . . . . . , l-7  
. . . . . . . . l-8  
Plugging in the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
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Installing the Ink Cartridge  
Loading Paper in the Paper Feeder . . . . . . . _ . . . . . . . l-13  
Testing the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . l-15  
Connecting the Printer to Your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . l-17  
Setting Up Your Software Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . l-18  
Setting Up the Printer  
1-1  
About Your Ink Jet Printer  
If you’re new to ink jet printers, you may wonder how they  
differ from dot matrix or laser printers. Two noticeable benefits  
of this technology are high print quality and quiet printing.  
An ink jet printer produces cost-effective, high-quality print  
results. When you use the right paper, you get the crisp, sharp  
printouts usually associated with laser printers. And the ink  
cartridge inside your printer is easier to replace and more  
affordable than the toner cartridges used by lasers.  
Inside the ink jet print head, tiny spray units, or jets, draw ink  
from the cartridge and then propel it onto the page in the form  
of characters or graphics. Because the print head doesn’t strike  
the page as it prints, an ink jet printer is much quieter than an  
impact dot-matrix printer.  
A few precautions  
Even if you are familiar with other types of printers, be sure to  
read through the following list of precautions to operate your  
ink jet printer safely and efficiently.  
The ink cartridge contains ethyl alcohol. Under normal  
circumstances, it will not come out of the cartridge. If  
leakage occurs, however, make sure ink does not come in  
contact with your skin or eyes. If it does get on your skin,  
wash it off with soap and water. If it gets in your eyes,  
flush them with plenty of water and contact a physician.  
Cl Keep ink cartridges out of the reach of children.  
Do not dismantle the ink cartridges or try to refill them.  
Once you install the ink cartridge, do not open the clamp  
or remove the ink cartridge except to replace it with a new  
one. The cartridge may become unusable otherwise.  
Setting Up the Printer  
1-2  
Install the ink cartridge immediately after you remove it  
from its package. Leaving the cartridge unpacked for a  
long time before use may result in poor print quality.  
Do not use an ink cartridge beyond its rated life  
expectancy. Ink cartridges are good up to the date printed  
on the cartridge carton.  
Do not shake an ink cartridge. Shaking or swinging an ink  
cartridge may cause leakage of ink.  
Do not put your hand inside the printer or touch the  
cartridge during printing.  
Before transporting the printer, make sure the print head is  
capped, and do not remove the ink cartridge.  
Before you turn off the printer, make sure that the print head is  
capped. (It is capped when it is in the far right position as  
shown below.) The printer caps the print head when no data is  
received for several seconds; you can also cap the print head  
by pressing the PAUSE button.  
Setting Up the Printer  
1-3  
Choosing the right paper  
One of the keys to getting great results with your ink jet printer  
is selecting the right paper. With paper that is too absorbent,  
the ink can bleed slightly, causing characters to blur. With  
paper that is not absorbent enough, the ink may take too long  
to dry and may smear easily.  
The finish and thickness of the paper are also important. Avoid  
paper that has a rough finish or a slick, coated finish. Also,  
avoid paper that is too thick or too thin. See the paper  
specifications in the Appendix for more information.  
Most correspondence-quality paper works in your printer  
without problems. However, it is a good practice to test any  
paper or envelopes in your printer before buying large  
quantities.  
To test a supply of paper, perform the self test using a single  
sheet from the package and check the results. Test both sides of  
the paper to determine which gives you the best quality  
printing. If the ink does not bleed or smear, the paper should  
be suitable for use with your printer.  
Because the drying speed for the ink depends on the pattern  
being printed, the type of paper used, and the temperature and  
humidity, some smudging or streaking may occur under  
certain conditions. If the ink does not dry quickly enough, try  
removing sheets one at a time as they finish printing.  
Note:  
Ink jet printers are particularly sensitive to the condition your  
paper. Keep unused paper in its original packaging material and  
store it in a cool, d y place.  
Use recycled paper under normal temperature and humidity  
conditions only. Poor quality paper may reduce print quality, as  
well as cause paper jams and other problems. you encounter  
problems, switch to a higher grade  
paper.  
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1-4  
Setting Up the Printer  
Unpacking the Printer  
Your printer box should include these items:  
Ink cartridge  
Power cord  
Printer  
Notice sheet  
Paper support  
Paper separator  
In some locations, the power cord comes attached to the  
printer. The shape of the AC plug varies by country; be sure  
the plug included is the right shape for your location.  
Caution:  
It is not possible to change the printer’s voltage. Check the label  
on the back of the printer to make sure the printer’s voltage  
matches your electrical outlet. not, con&t your dealer.  
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You must remove all packing and protective materials packed  
with your printer before you can set it up and turn on the  
power. Follow the directions on the Notice Sheet (inserted in  
your printer) to remove these materials.  
1-5  
Setting Up the Printer  
Attaching the paper support and the paper separators  
You should install the paper support and the paper separators  
before you begin using the printer. To install, follow the steps  
below.  
1. Attach the paper support. Grasp the paper support and  
place the right end notch over the mounting post of the  
printer. Then, push the left notch onto the left mounting  
post.  
2. Attach the paper separators. Hold the first paper separator  
upright and push the tips into the notches. Then lower the  
paper separator. Repeat for the second paper separator.  
1-6  
Setting Up the Printer  
Choosing a Place for the Printer  
When selecting a location for your printer, follow these  
guidelines:  
Place the printer on a flat, horizontal, stable surface. If the  
printer is tilted or at an angle, it cannot operate properly.  
Place the printer close enough to the computer for the  
interface cable to reach it easily.  
Leave adequate room for easy operation and maintenance.  
Avoid using or storing the printer in places subject to rapid  
changes in temperature and humidity. Also keep it away  
from direct sunlight, strong light sources, or heat  
generating devices.  
Avoid places subject to shocks and vibrations.  
Place the printer where you can easily unplug the power  
cord.  
Avoid electrical outlets controlled by wall switches or  
automatic timers. Also, avoid outlets on the same circuit as  
large motors or other appliances that can cause  
fluctuations in line voltage.  
Keep the entire computer system away from potential  
sources of electromagnetic interference, such as  
loudspeakers or the base units of cordless telephones.  
Use a grounded power outlet; do not use an adapter plug.  
When you use continuous paper, make sure the paper path  
is not obstructed. See Chapter 2 for details.  
If you plan to use a printer stand, follow these guidelines:  
Use a stand that supports at least  
kg  
1-7  
Setting Up the Printer  
Cl Never use a stand that tilts the printer. It should always be  
kept level.  
Cl Place cables so they do not interfere with paper feeding;  
secure them to a leg of the stand if possible.  
Plugging in the Printer  
1. Make sure that the power switch is turned off. It is off when  
the “G” side of the switch is pressed down.  
2. Check the label on the back of the printer to make sure the  
voltage required by the printer matches that of your  
electrical outlet. Also, make sure that you have the correct  
power cable for your power source.  
Caution:  
It is not possible to change the printer‘s voltage.  
the rated  
voltage and your outlet voltage do not match, contact your  
dealerfor assistance. Do not plug in the power cord.  
3. If the power cord is not attached to the printer, connect it to  
the AC inlet on the back of the printer.  
4. Plug the power cord into a properly grounded electrical  
outlet.  
1-8  
Setting Up the Printer  
Installing the Ink Cartridge  
Each ink cartridge contains enough ink to print about  
pages. The exact number of pages a single cartridge can print  
varies according to the amount of text and graphics on each  
Warning:  
The ink cartridge is a self-contained unit. Under ordinary use,  
ink will not leakfrom the cartridge. If ink does come out, avoid  
contact with skin and eyes. ink gets into your eyes,fIush  
them immediately with plenty of water and contact a  
your skin with soap and  
pwhaytesric. ilafn. Wash all traces of inkfrom  
irritation occurs, contact a physician.  
The first time you use your new printer, you need to charge the  
ink delivery system with ink. You need to perform this  
operation only once.  
Install the ink cartridge as follows:  
Note:  
Do not open the ink cartridge package until just before you install the  
cartridge,  
the ink may dry up.  
1. Make sure the printer is turned off.  
2. Hold down both the ALT and PAUSE buttons while you turn  
on the printer. Release the buttons after the printer starts  
initializing; the print head then moves to the ink cartridge  
replace position.  
Setting Up the Printer  
1-9  
Open the printer cover.  
3.  
Pull the top of the ink cartridge clamp towards you to open  
it.  
4.  
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Setting Up the Printer  
1-10  
5. Open the foil package containing the ink cartridge and  
remove it from the protective cardboard. Make sure to  
remove the tape seal from the ink cartridge.  
6. Lower the cartridge into the holder with the label face up  
and the arrow mark on the cartridge towards the arrow  
mark on the printer case.  
1-11  
Setting Up the Printer  
7. Push the ink cartridge clamp towards the back of the printer  
to secure the cartridge.  
Caution:  
Once you install the ink cartridge, do not open the clamp or  
remove the ink cartridge except to replace it with a new one.  
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The cartridge may  
unusable otherwise.  
8. Press the  
button again to charge the ink delivery system.  
It takes about one minute.  
The PAUSE light flashes throughout the cycle and turns off  
when the ink charging has finished.  
Caution:  
Do not  
offor reset the printer until  
ink-charging cycle  
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is complete.  
9. Close the printer cover.  
1-12  
Setting Up the Printer  
After you charge the ink delivery system, you can use the  
built-in self test to make sure the printer is working properly.  
You can run the self test with paper from the built-in paper  
feeder or by feeding a sheet manually. This section describes  
loading paper in the paper feeder.  
1. Open the paper feeder cover while holding up the lever on  
2. Slowly slide the right edge guide as far to the left as it will  
go, and align it to the guide mark. Then adjust the left edge  
guide to match the width of your paper. You may also use  
the guide mark for A4 size paper (or letter /legal size paper  
for the U.S. version). When you load paper  
mm  
inches) wide, move the right edge guide as far to the right  
as it will go.  
wide paper  
C : Letter landscape  
:A4 landscape  
D
E : Legal landscape  
F : B4 landscape  
1-13  
Setting Up the Printer  
Move the center support to the center of both edge guides.  
When you load paper in the landscape direction, adjust the  
center support until you can see the paper size you are  
using through the cutout in the center support.  
3.  
Fan a stack of paper; then tap it on a flat surface to even the  
edges. While aligning the paper’s edges with the edge  
guides, insert it with the printable surface face down all the  
way into the paper feeder until it meets resistance.  
4.  
Note:  
The paperfeeder holds up to  
sheets (the maximum for  
or  
paper). Do not load paper higher than the mark on the edge  
guide.  
Setting Up the Printer  
1-14  
5. Close the paper feeder cover.  
When you send data to the printer or when you run the self  
test, the printer advances the paper to the loading position and  
starts printing.  
Now you are ready to run the self test. For more about printing  
with the paper feeder, be sure to read “Tips for Using the  
Paper Feeder” in Chapter 2.  
Testing the Printer  
When using the paper feeder, the self test begins by printing  
on the first and last lines of page this allows the printer to  
measure the page length. Then the printer prints character  
samples on page 2.  
Note:  
Use paper at least  
mm  
inches) wide; otherwise, the print head  
prints directly on the platen and shortens your printer life. The paper  
feeder holds up to  
paper).  
sheets (the maximum for 64-g/m’ or  
Follow these steps to run the self test:  
1. Make sure the printer is turned off.  
2. While holding down the FONT button  
mode) or the  
LOAD/EJECT button (draft mode), turn on the printer.  
The printer loads a sheet of paper from the paper feeder and  
begins the self test. It prints on the first and last lines of  
page 1 to measure the page length. Then the printer prints  
character samples on page 2.  
Setting Up the Printer  
1-15  
In  
mode, the printer prints characters in each font, in the  
order the fonts appear on the control panel. Here is part of  
a typical self test:  
Courier  
The test continues until the paper in the paper feeder runs  
out or you press the PAUSE button. To stop the test, press  
the PAUSE button. To resume the test, press the PAUSE  
button again.  
3.  
To end the self test, press the PAUSE button to stop printing  
and then press the LOAD/EJECT button to eject the paper.  
4.  
Turn off the printer.  
5.  
1-16  
Setting Up the Printer  
Connecting the Printer to Your Computer  
If the self test prints correctly, you are ready to connect your  
printer to the computer. You need a shielded, twisted-pair  
parallel cable to connect your computer to the printer’s built-in  
parallel interface.  
Follow these steps:  
1. Make sure both the printer and computer are turned off.  
2. Plug the cable connector securely into the printer’s interface  
connector.  
3. Squeeze the wire clips together until they lock in place on  
both sides. If your cable has a ground wire, connect it to the  
ground connector above the interface connector.  
4. Plug the other end of the cable into the computer’s parallel  
interface. If there is a ground wire at the computer end of  
the cable, connect it to the ground connector at the back of  
the computer.  
Printer 1-17  
Setting Up the  
Setting Up Your Software Programs  
Most software programs let you specify the type of printer you  
use so that the software can take full advantage of the printer’s  
features. Many provide an installation or setup menu that  
presents a list of printers.  
To take full advantage of your printer’s features, including  
ESC/P 2, choose one of the ESC/P 2 printers on the list below.  
If none of these is listed, contact your software manufacturer  
for an update that includes one of these. Until you receive an  
update, choose another printer as close to the top of the list as  
possible.  
SQ-850/2550  
SQ-850+/ 1050+  
LQ-550/1010  
LQ-2550  
LQ-8OO/lOOO  
LQ-1500  
Stylus 1000  
Stylus 800  
SQ-870/1170  
LQ-870/1170  
LQ-570/1070  
ESC/P  
2
ESC/P  
If none of these printers is listed among your software’s  
options, select the first one available from the following: LQ,  
EX, FX, LX, RX, MX, Epson printer, Standard printer, and Draft  
printer.  
After you select the most appropriate printer as described  
above, you may want to create and print a sample file with the  
fonts and formats that you use most often. Printing the sample  
file shows you how the printer works with your software.  
If the printing results are not what you expect, see  
“Troubleshooting” in Chapter 3 or consult your computer or  
software manual.  
1-18  
Setting Up the &inter  
Chapter 2  
Paper Handling  
2-2  
2-2  
2-5  
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Printing on Single Sheets  
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Tips on using the paper feeder  
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Loading paper manually  
. . . . . 2-7  
Using Continuous Paper with Optional Push Tractor  
2-7  
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Installing the push tractor  
Loading continuous paper  
Tips on using continuous paper  
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2-11  
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Using the tear-off feature  
Removing the push tractor  
2-13  
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. . . 2-14  
Switching Between Continuous Paper and Single Sheets  
Switching to single sheets . . . . . . . . . . . , . . . . . . . . 2-14  
Switching to continuous paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15  
2-16  
2-16  
2-18  
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Envelopes  
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Printing on Special Paper  
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Labels.  
Paper Handling 2-1  
Printing on Single Sheets  
You can load single sheets up to 420 mm (16.5 inches) wide  
using the built-in paper feeder or the manual insertion slot.  
Tips on using the paper feeder  
For the steps on using the paper feeder, see “Loading paper in  
the paper feeder” in Chapter 1. Following the tips below will  
give you the best performance when loading paper with the  
paper feeder.  
Load paper into the paper feeder before you turn on the  
printer or send data. When the printer receives data from  
the computer, it loads a single sheet and begins to print.  
If the printer runs out of paper during a print job, reload  
the paper feeder and then press the LOAD/EJECT button to  
continue printing.  
Cl  
Press the LOAD/EJECT button if you need to eject a sheet  
of loaded paper.  
You can switch to either manual loading or to the optional  
push tractor without removing the paper supply from the  
paper feeder. For details, see “Loading paper manually” or  
“Switching to continuous paper” later in this chapter.  
If the ink does not dry fast enough, try removing sheets  
one at a time as they finish printing.  
The default page length for paper loaded from the paper  
feeder is 61 lines (letter-size paper) or 65 lines (A4-size  
paper). You can change it using your software or printer  
commands, if necessary. See the Appendix for more about  
printer commands.  
2-2 Paper Handling  
Because most software takes care of the top and bottom  
margins, you should usually adjust the margins by using  
your software, taking the printer’s default loading position  
into account.  
You can use the printer’s micro-feed feature to adjust the  
paper loading position or to adjust the current print  
position during a print job. See below.  
Adjusting the loading position  
The loading position is the position of the paper when the  
printer loads it. If printing is too high or low on the page,  
change the loading position with the micro-feed feature.  
1. Make sure the printer is turned on.  
2. Load a sheet of paper from the paper feeder by pressing the  
LOAD/EJECT button.  
3. Open the printer cover and the paper feeder cover.  
4. As soon as the paper is loaded, hold down the ALT button  
and press the ECONOMY/CONDENSED button to move  
the loading position up l/180 inch, or the FONT button to  
move the loading position down l/180 inch. Continue  
pressing the appropriate button until you reach the  
position you want.  
5. Close the printer cover and the paper feeder cover.  
6. Send data from the computer to start printing.  
The printer has a minimum and maximum loading  
position. If you try to move the loading position beyond  
these limits, the printer beeps and the paper stops moving.  
When the paper reaches the factory-set loading position,  
the printer beeps. Use the factory setting as a reference  
point when adjusting the loading position.  
Paper Handling 2-3  
The pointer on the print head indicates the base line of  
printed characters. (You may have to experiment a few  
times to get the results you want.)  
When you adjust the loading position for single-sheet  
paper, the printer remembers the new position only until  
you turn off the power. The loading position returns to the  
factory setting when the power is turned on again.  
Adjusting the print position  
The print position is the position on the page where the print  
head is currently printing. If you want to change the current  
vertical print position, you can use the micro-feed feature as  
follows:  
1. Press the PAUSE button to stop printing; the PAUSE light  
comes on.  
2. Hold down the ALT button and press the  
ECONOMY/CONDENSED (up) or FONT (down) button to  
adjust the print position on the page.  
3. Press the PAUSE button again to resume printing. (You may  
have to experiment a few times to get the results you  
want.)  
2-4 Paper Handling  
Note:  
The printer has a limit-S.0 mm (0.31 inches)-to the amount you  
can move the vertical print position backwards using micro feed.  
Feeding stops when you reach this limit.  
Loading paper manually  
You can load single sheets of paper or envelopes from the  
manual feed slot without removing the paper supply from the  
paper feeder.  
You can use the manual feed slot to load single sheets of paper  
from 182 mm (7.2 inches) to 420 mm (16.5 inches) wide and  
long.  
When you load paper manually, you can use the printer’s  
micro-feed feature, just as when you load paper from the paper  
feeder.  
Follow these steps to load a single sheet in the manual feed  
slot:  
Turn on the printer. Lower both sides of the page eject guide.  
1.  
Note:  
sheet of paper is in the slot before you turn on the printer, the  
paper is ejected with nothing printed.  
Paper Handling 2-5  
2. Insert a single sheet of paper into the slot until it meets  
resistance, aligning the right edge of the paper with the  
arrow mark on the printer. When you use paper 420 mm  
(16.5 inches) wide, align the right edge of the paper with  
the right end.  
3. The printer loads the sheet.  
Note:  
lf the sheet does not load straight, press the  
eject it. Then try loading if again.  
to  
4. Send data from the computer to start printing.  
When the printer finishes printing, it ejects the sheet. If the  
sheet does not come all the way out, press the LOAD/EJECT  
button.  
Press the LOAD/EJECT button or send data to the printer  
without inserting a sheet into the manual slot to switch back to  
the paper feeder. The page eject guides raise automatically.  
The printer then loads a sheet of paper from the paper feeder.  
Note:  
the ink does not dry fast enough, fry removing sheets one a time  
as theyfinish printing.  
Paper Handling  
Using Continuous Paper with Optional Push Tractor  
You can use the optional push tractor to print on continuous  
paper from 102 mm (4 inches) to 406 mm (16 inches) wide.  
Installing the push tractor  
Warning:  
Be careful not to touch the part of the access panel or push  
tractor that fits inside the printer.  
1. Make sure the printer is turned off. Then insert your fingers  
into the cutouts on both sides of the access panel; pull  
straight back on the top of the cutouts to remove the access  
panel from the printer.  
2.  
Push the release lever of the tractor down to the single-sheet  
position.  
Handling  
Paper  
2-7  
3. Grasp both ends of the tractor and push it into the printer, as  
shown below, until it locks in place.  
Loading continuous paper  
1. Place the supply of continuous paper behind the printer so  
that the printer feeds the paper smoothly. Make sure the  
paper path is not obstructed, and allow the printed pages  
to be stacked in front of the printer. See below for an  
illustration of proper paper placement.  
2-8 Paper Handling  
2. Release the sprocket units by raising the sprocket-lock levers.  
Align one sprocket unit with the mark as shown below.  
Slide the other sprocket unit to match the width of your  
paper, but do not lock it.  
3. Position the center support midway between the two  
sprocket units.  
4. Open both sprocket covers.  
Paper Handling 2-9  
5. Fit the first four holes of the paper over the sprocket pins,  
and then close the sprocket covers.  
6. Slide the left sprocket unit to remove any slack in the paper.  
Then lower the sprocket-lock levers until they lock into  
place.  
2-10 Paper Handling  
7. Raise the release lever to the continuous-paper position.  
8. Raise the paper separators and remove them.  
9. Lower both sides of the page eject guide as shown on page  
2-5. Turn on the printer. When it receives data, it advances  
the paper to the loading position and starts printing.  
Tips on using continuous paper  
Follow the tips below for the best performance when printing  
on continuous paper.  
If the printer runs out of paper during a print job, attach  
additional paper to the push tractor and press the  
LOAD/EJECT button to continue printing.  
Paper Handling 2-11  
You can switch to single sheets without removing the  
paper supply from the push tractor. For instructions, see  
“Switching to single sheets” later in this chapter.  
You can use the printer’s micro-feed feature to adjust the  
position, just as when you load single sheets. The printer  
remembers this new position even after you turn it off. See  
page 2-3.  
When you turn on the printer with paper loaded, it  
reverses the paper to the paper-park position and then  
advances it to the next page. To keep the loading position  
accurate, remove any printed sheets before you turn off the  
printer .  
Using the tear-off feature  
After you have finished printing, you can use the tear-off  
feature to advance paper to the tear-off edge of the printer. You  
can then easily tear off printed sheets. When you resume  
printing, the printer feeds paper back to the loading position.  
This feature lets you save paper that would normally be lost  
between documents.  
To use the tear-off feature, turn the tear-off mode on using the  
default-settings mode as described in Chapter 3.  
The printer advances paper to the tear-off position only when  
the printer receives a full page of data or a form-feed command  
and no more data is received for three seconds.  
Caution:  
Never use the tear-offfeature with labels. When fed  
backward, labels may come off the backing and jam the  
printer.  
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When you use labels,  
using the  
turn the tear-off mode off  
mode.  
2-12 Paper Handling  
If the perforation is not aligned with the tear-off edge, adjust  
the tear-off position as follows:  
1. Make sure the paper is in the tear-off position.  
2. While holding down the ALT button, press the  
ECONOMY/CONDENSED (up) or FONT (down) button to  
adjust the position. The printer remembers the new  
position even after you turn it off.  
3. Tear off any printed pages.  
Note:  
The printer has a minimum and maximum tear-offposition. If  
you try to move the  
beyond these limits, the  
printer beeps and the paper stops moving.  
When the paper reaches the factory-set tear-off position, the  
printer beeps. Use the factory setting as a reference point when  
adjusting the  
Removing the push tractor  
1. Tear off any printed pages. Press the LOAD/EJECT button to  
feed the paper backward out of the printer and into the  
paper-park position. Remove the paper from the push  
tractor.  
Caution:  
Never feed labels  
printer, see “Labels“ later in this chapter.  
To remove labels from the  
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Make sure you tear offyour printed document before  
feeding paper  
Reverse feeding several pages at a  
time may cause a paper jam.  
2. Turn off the printer. Attach the paper separators as shown on  
page l-6.  
3. Lower the release lever to the single-sheet position.  
Paper Handling 2-13  
4. Pull up on both levers on the sides of the bottom of the  
tractor and pull the tractor out of the printer.  
5. Replace the access panel.  
Switching Between Continuous Paper and Single  
Sheets  
When using the push tractor, you can easily switch to  
single-sheet printing without removing the continuous paper.  
Switching to single sheets  
To switch from continuous paper to single sheets, follow the  
steps below.  
2-14 Paper Handling  
1. If any printed sheets remain in the printer, tear off the  
printed pages.  
2. Press the LOAD/EJECT button. The printer feeds the  
continuous paper backward to the paper-park position.  
Caution:  
Always tear offpaper before back-feeding; back-feeding too  
many sheets can cause a paper jam.  
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back-feed labels. Labels call easily come  
backing and jam the printer.  
their  
3. Move the release lever to the single-sheet position.  
Note:  
If the  
beeps, raise the release lever and press the LOA D/EJECT  
button to feed the paper  
lower the lever again.  
to the paper-park position. You can  
4. Attach the paper separators as shown on page l-6.  
5. The printer is ready to print. When it receives data, it loads a  
single sheet from the paper feeder or manual feed slot.  
Switching to continuous paper  
To switch from single sheets back to continuous paper, follow  
the steps below.  
1. If a single sheet is in the paper path, press the LOAD/EJECT  
button to eject it.  
2. Raise the release lever to the continuous-paper position.  
Note:  
the  
beeps, lower the release  
LOAD/EJECT button to eject the paper. Then raise the lever again.  
and press the  
Paper Handling 2-15  
3. Remove the paper separators as shown on page 2-11.  
4. The printer is ready to print. When it receives data, it loads  
continuous paper from the push tractor and begins to  
print.  
Printing on Special Paper  
In addition to printing on single sheets and continuous paper,  
your printer can print on a wide variety of other paper types,  
such as envelopes and labels.  
Envelopes  
You can load the following envelope sizes from the manual  
feed slot.  
No. 6 envelope, 166 mm (6.5 inches) x 92 mm (3.6 inches)  
No. 10 envelope, 240 mm (9.5 inches) x 104 mm (4.1 inches)  
Printing on envelopes  
You can use the manual feed slot to print on individual  
envelopes.  
1. Turn on the printer and open the printer cover.  
2. Turn the paper-thickness lever clockwise as far as it will go  
3. Close the printer cover.  
2-16 Paper Handling  
4. Lower both sides of the page eject guide.  
5. Insert an envelope with the wide end entering the printer  
first, printable side face-up, until it meets resistance. The  
printer then loads the envelope to the print position.  
6. Send data from your computer. The printer ejects the  
envelope when it finishes printing.  
Note:  
Make sure your software keeps the printing entirely within the  
printable area of the envelope. See the Appendix for details.  
Use envelopes only under normal operating conditions.  
the ink is not dryingfast enough, try removing envelopes one at  
a time as they finish printing.  
To switch back to the paper feeder, turn the paper-thickness  
lever counterclockwise as far as it will go. Then press the  
LOAD/EJECT button to load from the paper feeder.  
Paper Handling 2-17  
Labels  
Only use labels mounted on a continuous backing sheet with  
tractor sprocket holes. Do not try to print labels on single  
sheets; labels on a shiny backing sheet may not feed properly.  
You load labels the same way as continuous paper, except you  
turn the paper-thickness lever clockwise as far as it will go.  
Caution:  
Neverfeed labels  
by pressing the LOAD/EJECT  
button. They call easily peel off the backing and jam the  
printer.  
I-1  
Make sure the tear-off mode is set to  
settings mode when using labels.  
the default  
Use labels under normal operating conditions only because  
they are sensitive to extreme temperature and humidity.  
Do not leave labels loaded in the printer between jobs; they  
you resume printing.  
To remove labels from the printer, follow the steps below.  
1. Tear off the labels at the rear of the printer.  
2. Press the LOAD/EJECT button while holding down the ALT  
button to advance the remaining labels out of the printer.  
2-18 Paper Handling  
3-2  
3-2  
3-3  
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Operating the Control Panel  
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Indicator lights  
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Buttons  
3-5  
3-6  
3-7  
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Selecting Character Fonts  
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Scalable fonts  
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Condensed printing  
3-7  
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Using the Default-Settings Mode  
Default settings descriptions  
Changing the default settings  
3-9  
3-11  
3-15  
3-16  
3-17  
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Optional Interface Cards  
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Installing an interface card  
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The C82305*/C82306* serial interface card  
3-18  
3-18  
3-20  
3-20  
3-21  
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Maintenance and Transportation  
Replacing the ink cartridge  
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Cleaning the print head  
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Cleaning the printer  
Transporting the printer  
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3-22  
3-22  
3-24  
3-25  
3-29  
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Troubleshooting  
Error indicators  
Power supply  
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Printing  
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Paper handling  
3-1  
Using the Printer  
Operating the Control Panel  
The printer control panel gives you easy control over most  
common printer operations. It consists of indicator lights and  
buttons.  
You can also change the default settings with this panel. See  
“Changing the default settings” on page 3-11.  
0 DATA  
0
Indicator lights  
The indicator lights tell you the current status of the printer  
and give information about error conditions. See  
“Troubleshooting” for details on errors.  
PAUSE  
On when printing is paused  
FONT  
Indicates the current font setting. These three lights go on and  
off when you press the FONT button. The font menu on the  
control panel tells you which font is selected. For instructions  
on selecting fonts, see page 3-5.  
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CONDENSED  
On when the condensed printing mode is selected. When this  
mode is selected, the printer prints a condensed version of  
selected fonts. See page 3-7 for more information.  
ECONOMY  
On when the economy printing mode is selected. When this  
mode is selected, the printer uses less ink. This mode is ideal  
for rough drafts and editing work.  
INK OUT  
On when the ink cartridge runs out of ink. It flashes when the  
ink is low. For instructions on replacing the ink cartridge, see  
page 3-18.  
PAPER OUT  
On when the printer runs out of paper. Rapid flashing  
indicates a paper jam.  
DATA  
On when data remains in the printer’s memory.  
Note:  
When the network interface mode is set to on in the default settings  
mode, data may be present in the printer’s buffer even though the  
printer is not continuously printing. Always make sure the DATA  
light is off before turning  
the printer.  
Buttons  
RESET  
Clears the printer’s buffer and initializes the printer settings to  
their factory settings. See page A-10 for details.  
PAUSE  
Press this button to stop printing temporarily. Press it again to  
resume printing.  
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LOAD/EJECT  
Press this button to load paper. However, the printer normally  
loads paper automatically. When single-sheet paper is in the  
loading position, the printer ejects the sheet when you press  
this button. When continuous paper is in the loading position  
or tear-off position, the printer feeds the paper backward to the  
paper-park position.  
If you have been printing from the manual feed slot, pressing  
this button switches paper loading back to the paper feeder.  
FONT  
Press this button to cycle through the font choices on the font  
menu. The FONT lights indicate the current selection.  
ECONOMY/CONDENSED  
Press this button to select economy or condensed printing. The  
indicator lights indicate which mode is on.  
ALT  
Hold down this button for several seconds to move the print  
head to the ink cartridge replace position when the printer is  
paused.  
The ALT button also alters the functions of the other buttons.  
Hold down the ALT button and press another button to  
perform the following functions:  
PRINT HEAD CLEANING (ALT + PAUSE)  
Starts the print head cleaning cycle. See “Cleaning the Print  
Head” on page 3-20 for details.  
LF/FF (ALT + LOAD/EJECT)  
Press this button briefly to feed the paper forward one line.  
Hold this button down to eject a single sheet or to advance  
continuous paper to the top of next page. You can also use this  
button to feed continuous paper from the paper-park position  
to the loading position.  
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MICRO FEED:  
(ALT + FONT)  
Feeds paper forward in I/180-inch increments.  
(ALT +ECONOMY/CONDENSED)  
Feeds paper backward in l/180-inch increments.  
See page 2-3 for details.  
Selecting Character Fonts  
Your printer has eight built-in character fonts including two  
new Epson fonts: Epson Roman T and Epson Sans Serif H. (The  
Roman T is similar to the Times’” font; Sans Serif H is similar to  
Helvetica?” )  
The draft font of your printer has an excellent appearance  
compared with draft fonts in other printers. It uses fewer dots  
per character than the other fonts to increase printing speed.  
This allows you to print good quality documents for rough  
drafts and editing work.  
Press the FONT button to select from the eight fonts listed on  
the control panel. The three FONT lights come on (O), or go off  
(o), or flash  
to indicate the active font.  
Note:  
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Roman T and Sans Serif  
spacing only.  
are available in proportional  
Font selections you make in your software usually override these  
control panel selections. For best results, use your software to  
select fun  
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The table below lists the available fonts and shows how the  
FONT lights appear for each selection.  
FONT  
Fonts  
Samples  
j
Draft  
Epson Courier  
Epson Roman T  
0
Epson  
Serif  
H
/ 0  
Epson Roman  
j
Epson  
Serif  
Epson Prestige  
Epson Script  
off flashing  
0 on  
Scalable fonts  
The size of the Roman, Sans Serif, Roman T, and Sans Serif H  
fonts can be selected from 8 to 32 points in 2-point increments  
by using your software or by sending an ESC/P 2 command.  
See the documentation that came with your software for  
information on selecting the size of scalable fonts. See the  
Appendix for a list of ESC/P 2 commands.  
Roman  
Epson  
Epson Epson Epson  
Roman T  
Epson Epson  
Epson  
Epson  
Sans Serif  
Epson  
Epson Epson Epson  
Sans Serif H  
Epson  
Epson Epson Epson  
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Condensed printing  
Condensed printing reduces the size of characters to  
approximately 60 percent of their normal width, allowing  
more characters to fit on a line. This is useful for spreadsheets  
and other software that needs to print the maximum amount of  
information on a page.  
You can condense most fonts by pressing the  
ECONOMY/CONDENSED button. (Epson Roman T,  
Epson Sans Serif H, and 15-cpi printing cannot be condensed.)  
The printout below shows condensed  
printing.  
T h i s i s 10  
This is condensed  
p r i n t i n g .  
printing.  
Note:  
software controls characterfonts  
cm select the condensed  
mode, you should select condensed mode through the software rather  
than with the control panel. Software or command settings usually  
override panel settings.  
Using the Default-Settings Mode  
Your printer comes with a series of internal settings that  
control a variety of printer functions, such as print direction  
and auto line feed. Because these settings take effect each time  
you turn on the printer, they are called default settings.  
The factory default settings are designed to meet most user’s  
needs, so you may not need to change them. The table below  
lists the features you can set in the default-settings mode.  
For a detailed description of each setting, see “Default settings  
descriptions.” To change a setting, see “Changing the default  
settings” on page 3-11.  
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Settings  
Options  
Italic U.S.A., Italic France,  
Italic Germany, Italic U.K.,  
Italic Denmark. Italic Sweden,  
Italic Italy, Italic Spain  
Character table  
PC437 Greek’.  
Auto print direction  
Off  
Continuous-paper page  
length  
1 1 inches,  
inches  
inches,  
inches,  
Skip-over-perforation  
Network interface mode  
Mixed text/graphics mode  
Auto line feed  
On, Off  
On, Off  
On, Off  
On, Off  
On. Off  
seconds,  
On, Off  
Auto interface selection  
Auto interface wait time  
Tear off  
seconds  
l
Available only in the European version  
Available only in the North/South American version  
Note:  
Most software controls the character table and auto  
your  
software controls thesefeatures, you may never need to set them with  
the control panel.  
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Default settings descriptions  
Character fable  
Character tables contain the characters and symbols used by  
different languages. The printer prints text with the selected  
character table. When you select this feature, the font light on  
the control panel goes on or off to indicate the current  
selection.  
Auto print direction  
The printer ordinarily prints text bidirectionally for speed and  
prints graphics characters unidirectionally for precise vertical  
alignment.  
When auto print direction is set to on, the printer switches  
between bidirectional (for text data) and unidirectional motion  
(for graphics data). When this feature is set to off, the print  
head motion is controlled by your software.  
Continuous-paper page length  
When you are printing on continuous paper, this feature lets  
you select from the four page lengths described in the table on  
page 3-15.  
Skip-over-perforation  
When this feature is on and you are using continuous paper,  
the printer leaves a l-inch (25.4-mm) margin between the last  
printable line on one page and the first printable line on the  
next page. This causes the printer to skip over the perforation  
between continuous sheets.  
Most software takes care of the top and bottom margins. Do  
not turn on skip-over-perforation unless your software does  
not provide these margins.  
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Adjust your top-of-form position with the micro-feed feature  
to get half of the margin at the bottom of one page and half at  
the top of the next page.  
Network interface mode  
If your printer is connected to a single computer, leave this  
feature off. If you want to use the printer in a network  
environment and share it among multiple computers, set this  
feature to on.  
Note:  
When this feature is set to on, data may be present in the printer‘s  
buffer even though the printer is not continuously printing. Always  
make sure the DATA light is off before turning off the printer.  
Mixed text/graphics mode  
This feature is for software that has problems printing scalable  
font text combined with graphics. Leave the mixed  
text/graphics mode set to off if you don’t notice any problems  
in your printout.  
Auto line feed  
When the auto line feed feature is on, each carriage return (CR)  
code is accompanied by a line feed (LF) code. If your printed  
text is unexpectedly double-spaced, set this feature to off. If  
text lines print on top of each other, set it to on.  
Auto interface selection  
This feature is necessary when an optional interface card is  
installed and interface cables are connected to both the parallel  
interface and the optional interface card.  
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When this feature is on, the printer determines which interface  
receives data and then switches to that interface until the end  
of the print job (when no data is received from the selected  
interface for the amount of time specified by the Auto interface  
wait time). Usually, you should set this feature to on.  
When this feature is set to off, the printer receives data only  
from the interface specified by the DIP switch on the optional  
interface card.  
A
uto interface wait time  
This feature is necessary when the auto interface selection is set  
to on. If the data from the computer is not sent within the  
specified period, the printer  
the source of any  
new data. Otherwise, the printer receives data only from the  
currently selected interface and ignores data from the other  
interface. You can set the time to either  
seconds.  
seconds or  
Tear  
You can set this feature on to select tear-off mode. See “Using  
the tear-off feature” in Chapter 2 for information on tear-off  
mode. Use the tear-off feature only with continuous paper.  
Do not use the tear-off feature with labels.  
Changing the default settings  
You change the printer’s default settings using the control  
panel buttons; the control panel lights show your selections.  
Follow the steps below to make your changes:  
Make sure the printer is turned off and  
paper is loaded in the paper feeder.  
letter, or larger  
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2. Hold down the ECONOMY/CONDENSED button and turn  
on the printer to enter the default-settings mode.  
The printer loads a sheet of paper and prints a brief summary  
and instructions. It instructs you to select the language that  
you want messages printed in (English, French, German,  
Italian, or Spanish).  
3. Press the FONT button until the FONT lights indicate the  
language of your choice; then press the ALT button to make  
your selection.  
FONT  
Languages  
English  
French  
German  
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off  
After you press the ALT button, the printer prints the current  
default settings and the next instruction in the language  
you selected. Wait until printing is finished; then go to the  
next step.  
4. To move to the feature you want to change, press the ALT  
button until the DATA, PAPER OUT, and INK OUT lights  
indicate the appropriate selection.  
For example, if you want to change the character table setting,  
press the ALT button until the DATA and PAPER OUT lights  
are off and the INK OUT light is on.  
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Next, press the FONT button to change the setting.  
5.  
As you move from setting to setting, the FONT lights turn on  
(0), off  
and flash  
to show your selection, as indicated  
in the tables on page 3-14 and 3-15.  
l Off  
flashing  
Repeat steps 4 and 5 to make all of your changes.  
To exit the default-settings mode, turn the printer off.  
6.  
7.  
Note:  
You may exit default-setting mode any time by turning off the  
printer. Any changes you have made remain in effect until you  
change them again.  
you  
settings mode again and print the current settings. Turn the  
printer to exit without making  
to check the new default settings, enter the  
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FONT  
Settings  
Default-settings menu  
m o o  
Italic  
Character table  
Italic France  
c
Italic Germany  
Italic U.K.  
t
Italic Denmark 1  
Italic Sweden  
Italic Italy  
<I,  
Italic Spain 1  
.I, \I,  
PC437 (USA, Standard Europe)  
PC850 (Multilingual)  
PC860 (Portuguese)  
PC863 (Canadian-French)  
PC865 (Norwegian)  
PC853 (Turkish)’  
(Brazilian Portuguese)”  
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PC857 (Turkish)*  
(Brazilian Portuguese)**  
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L
L
PC437 Greek (Greek)’  
PC851 (Greek)’  
PC855  
PC866 (Russian)*  
PC852 (East Europe)’  
on  
.I,  
+
Auto print direction  
a
.
0
Off  
l
l
Available only in the European version  
Available only in the North/South American version  
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FONT  
Settings  
Default-settings menu  
11 inches  
12 inches  
8.5 inches  
inches  
Continuous-paper  
page length  
\I,  
Skip-over-perforation off  
on  
L
Network interface  
mode  
Off  
on  
Off  
on  
Off  
c
Mixed text/graphics  
mode  
l @O  
Auto line feed  
on  
on  
Auto interface  
selection  
1
Off  
Auto interface wait  
time  
30 seconds  
l
:
10 seconds  
Tear off  
Off  
on  
Optional Interface Cards  
You can use optional interface cards to supplement your  
printer’s built-in parallel interface.  
The Epson interface cards below are compatible with your  
printer. (Not all interfaces are available in all countries.)  
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3-15  
If you are unsure whether you need an optional interface or  
would like to know more about interfaces, contact your dealer.  
Names  
Model Numbers  
C82305*/C82306*  
C82307*/C82308*  
C82310*  
Serial interface card  
32 KB Serial interface card  
32 KB Parallel interface card  
32 KB IEEE-488 interface card  
LocalTalk interface card  
C82313*  
C82312*  
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The last digit varies by country  
Installing an Interface Card  
Follow the steps below to install an optional interface card.  
Removal of the interface card is the reverse of these steps.  
1. Make sure the printer is turned off. Unplug the printer’s  
power cord and disconnect the interface cable.  
2. Remove the screws from the interface cover. Remove the  
interface cover.  
3. Be sure to set any switches and jumpers on the card. See the  
interface card’s manual for details.  
Note:  
You can set the Auto i nt e r f a c e selection and Auto interface wait time  
in default-settings mode. See pages 3-10 and 3-Z 1 for  
information.  
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Slide the interface card along the slots on both sides of the  
interface compartment. Push in firmly to make sure you  
fully insert the connector at the rear of the interface card  
into the printer’s internal socket.  
4.  
5.  
Re-insert the screws and tighten to complete installation of  
the optional interface.  
The C82305 */C82306 * serial interface card  
To use the C82305*/C82306* interface card, see the sections  
below on selecting a baud rate, handshake timing, and error  
handling. For all other data transfer conventions, see the  
C82305*/C82306* interface card manual.  
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Selecting a baud rate  
You can select from the following baud rates: 300, 600, 1,200,  
2,400, 4,800, 9,600 and 19,200 bps (bits per second). When you  
set the baud rate, see the bit-rate selection table in the  
C82305*/C82306* interface card manual.  
When the vacant area for data in the input buffer drops to 256  
bytes, the printer outputs an X-OFF code or sets the DTR flag  
to 1 (MARK) to indicate that it cannot receive data. When the  
vacant area for data in the buffer increases to 512 bytes, the  
printer outputs an X-ON code or sets the DTR flag to 0  
(SPACE) to indicate that it is ready to receive data.  
Error handling  
When the printer detects an error, it prints an asterisk (*).  
Maintenance and Transportation  
Replacing the ink cartridge  
When the INK OUT light on the control panel flashes, the ink in  
the ink cartridge is low. The printer continues printing until  
the cartridge is completely empty. When it is out of ink, the  
printer stops and the INK OUT light stays on. Printing does not  
resume until you insert a new cartridge.  
It’s a good idea to keep a spare ink cartridge on hand. Use  
Epson ink cartridge SO20025 to ensure proper operation and  
preserve the life of the print head. Other brands of ink may  
clog the print head or damage it.  
Follow these steps to remove the empty cartridge:  
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1. Make sure the printer stops printing and both the INK OUT  
and PAUSE lights stay on. Then open the printer cover.  
2. Hold down the ALT button for several seconds and release  
the button when the print head moves to the ink cartridge  
replace position.  
3. Pull the ink cartridge clamp toward you to release the  
cartridge. (The clamp pushes the ink cartridge up so it is  
easy to grasp.)  
4. Lift the cartridge out of the printer and dispose of it properly.  
Do not take the used cartridge apart or try to refill it.  
Warning:  
The ink cartridge is self-contained to prevent leaks. However, if  
ink gets on your hands, wash them thoroughly with soapy  
water. Avoid touching your eyes. lf irritation occurs, contact a  
physician.  
5. Turn to page l-11 and follow the instructions from step 5 on  
to install the new cartridge. After installing, make sure that  
you press the PAUSE button and that the PAUSE light is  
turned off.  
Note:  
When you replace the cartridge, the printer does not recharge the ink,  
delivery system again. However, the print head may start moving  
the printer performs normal maintenance procedures. This can take up  
to 40 seconds to complete.  
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3-19  
Cleaning the print head  
If print quality diminishes, use the printer’s built-in print-head  
cleaning cycle to ensure the nozzles are delivering ink  
properly. To avoid wasting ink, clean the print head only if  
print quality declines.  
Follow these steps:  
1. Make sure the printer is turned on and the PAUSE light is on.  
If the PAUSE light is not on, press the PAUSE button to  
pause the printer.  
2. Hold down the ALT button and press the PAUSE button for  
two seconds.  
The cleaning cycle takes about 40 seconds. The PAUSE light  
flashes throughout the cycle and then stays on when the  
cleaning cycle is finished.  
3. Press the PAUSE button to resume printing.  
Cleaning the printer  
To keep your printer operating at its best, you should clean it  
thoroughly several times a year.  
Before you clean the printer, make sure the printer is turned off  
and remove any paper.  
Use a soft brush to carefully brush away all dust and dirt.  
To clean the outer case, use a soft, clean cloth dampened with  
mild detergent. Keep the printer cover closed to prevent water  
from getting inside the printer.  
If the inside of the printer accidentally gets soiled with ink,  
wipe it off with a damp cloth.  
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Caution:  
Never use alcohols or  
chemicals cm damage the components as well as the case.  
to clean the  
these  
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Be careful roof to get wafer  
components.  
the  
mechanism or  
Do not  
a hard or abrasive brush.  
Do not spray the inside  
the printer with lubricants;  
Contact your  
service person if lubrication is needed.  
damage the  
dealer or a  
Transporting the printer  
If you need to transport your printer some distance, carefully  
repack it using a box and enough packing materials to prevent  
damage to your printer, as described below:  
1. Open the printer cover and make sure that the print head is  
capped in the far right position. If it is not capped, turn on  
the printer to cap it. Then, turn off the printer.  
2. Remove the paper separators from the printer. Then, remove  
the paper support.  
3. Unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet; then  
disconnect the interface cable from the printer.  
4. Remove the paper from the paper feeder and attach the  
protective material to the printer. Repack it in a box.  
Caution:  
3
Do  
the ink cartridge when you tramport your  
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printer.  
Keep the printerflat in the box during transport.  
If the print quality is poor after transport, clean the print head.  
See “Cleaning the Print Head.”  
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3-21  
Troubleshooting  
Most problems you may encounter while operating your  
printer have simple solutions. Find your problem in this section  
and follow the recommended steps. If you cannot solve your  
problem using these instructions, contact your dealer or a  
qualified service person for assistance.  
Error indicators  
You can get information on problems you encounter by looking  
at the control panel. Check the lights on your printer and  
compare them to the list below. Follow the recommended steps  
to fix the error.  
flashing  
- unchanged  
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off  
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Paper end  
No paper is loaded in the printer. Load paper again.  
Paper jam  
The paper is jammed inside the printer. Follow the steps on  
page 3-33.  
Ink is low  
The ink cartridge is almost out of ink. Get ready to replace the  
ink cartridge.  
Ink is gone/No ink cartridge  
The ink cartridge is empty or not installed. Replace the ink  
cartridge with a new one.  
Fatal ink system error  
Contact your dealer.  
Cleaning/Charging  
The printer is in the charging cycle or the cleaning cycle. This is  
not an error.  
Release lever error  
The release lever is in the wrong position. Move the release  
lever to the correct position.  
Back feed/Eject error  
The paper is too long. When using continuous paper, tear off  
any printed page before ejecting. Use paper that is within the  
specified size. See “Technical Specifications” in the Appendix.  
Carriage error  
A carriage error occurred. Turn off the printer. After a few  
seconds turn it back on again.  
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3-23  
Power supply  
The printer does not work or control panel lights are off.  
Check that the power cord is properly plugged into the  
electrical outlet.  
Check that the I “side of the power switch is pressed down to  
turn on the printer.  
If the electrical outlet is controlled by an outside switch or  
automatic timer, use a different outlet.  
Plug another electrical device into the outlet to determine  
whether it is working.  
The lights come on briefly but then go off and stay off.  
Check that the printer’s voltage rating matches the voltage of  
your electrical outlet. If the voltages do not match, unplug the  
printer and contact your dealer immediately. Do not reconnect  
the power cord to an electrical outlet.  
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Printing  
Printing stops and the PAUSE light is on.  
Printing is temporarily suspended. Press the PAUSE button to  
continue.  
The PAUSE light is off but nothing prints.  
Check both ends of the cable between the printer and the  
computer. Make sure the interface cable is plugged in securely.  
Make sure your interface cable meets both the printer and  
computer specifications.  
The printer sounds like it is printing, but nothing prints.  
_ _ _ _  
The print head nozzles may be clogged. Hold down the ALT  
button and press the PAUSE button for two seconds to clean  
the print head. See “Cleaning the Print Head” earlier in this  
chapter.  
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3-25  
Dots are missing in printed characters or graphics.  
The print head nozzles may be clogged. Hold down the ALT  
button and press the PAUSE button for two seconds to clean  
the print head. See “Cleaning the Print Head” earlier in this  
chapter.  
Set the Mixed text/graphics mode to on in the default-settings  
mode. See “Using the Default-Settings Mode” earlier in this  
chapter.  
Set the Network interface mode to on in the default-settings  
mode. See “Using the Default-Settings Mode” earlier in this  
chapter.  
The printed image is light or faint.  
The print head nozzles may be clogged. Hold down the ALT  
button and press the PAUSE button for two seconds to clean  
the print head. See “Cleaning the Print Head” earlier in this  
chapter.  
The paper-thickness lever may not be set correctly. The raised  
position is for envelopes and may cause faint printouts if used  
for plain paper. For details on the paper-thickness lever, see  
“Printing on Special Paper” in Chapter 2.  
Your paper may be moist or damp. Ink jet printers are sensitive  
to moisture absorbed by the paper. Do not store your paper in  
a damp or humid environment.  
You may have selected the economy printing mode. To exit  
this mode, press the ECONOMY/CONDENSED button until  
the ECONOMY light goes off.  
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The printed image is blurred.  
You may not be using the correct type of paper. See Chapter 1  
for tips on choosing the right paper.  
You may not be printing on the correct side of the paper. Test  
both sides to determine which side gives you the best print  
quality.  
Your paper may be moist or damp. Do not store your paper in  
a damp or humid environment.  
The typestyles or characters set with your software do not print.  
Check that the software is correctly configured for your printer.  
The font selected on the control panel does not print.  
Your software settings may be overriding the control panel  
setting. Check the font settings in your software.  
The wrong characters are printed.  
The wrong character table is selected. Change the character  
table as described in “Using the Default-Settings Mode” earlier  
in this chapter.  
Printing starts too high or too low on the page.  
Adjust the top margin using your software or use the printer’s  
micro-feed feature to make minor adjustments to the loading  
position. See “Tips on using the paper feeder” in Chapter 2.  
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All the text prints on the same line.  
Set Auto line feed to on in the default-settings mode so that the  
printer adds a line-feed to each carriage return. See “Using the  
Default-Settings Mode” earlier in this chapter.  
The text prints an extra blank line between each text line.  
Set Auto line feed to off in the default-settings mode so that  
two line-feed signals are not sent. See “Using the  
Default-Settings Mode” earlier in this chapter.  
Line spacing is incorrect. Adjust the line-space setting with  
your software.  
The printed page length is not what you expected.  
The page length setting may not match the length of the paper  
loaded in the printer. Change the page length setting with your  
software to match the paper you are using. When using  
continuous paper, you can change the length in the default  
settings mode.  
When using an optional interface card, the printer does not print  
or the printout is not what you expected.  
The other interface may be selected by the Auto interface  
selection feature. Set Auto interface selection to off in the  
default settings mode; the DIP-switch setting on the optional  
interface board then selects the interface.  
You may be trying to use an interface card or cable with the  
wrong specifications. Check the specifications to make sure  
you can use the interface card or cable with this printer.  
3-28  
Using the Printer  
The computer and printer interface settings may not match.  
Make sure the settings on the computer and printer match.  
The interface may have been disabled. Make sure that the  
switch near the interface connector is turned on.  
Single sheets do not feed properly from the paper feeder.  
Too many sheets are loaded in the paper feeder. Remove the  
paper from the paper feeder and reload the paper no higher  
than the mark on the edge guide.  
The paper is too thick or too thin to be fed. Make sure the  
paper is within the specifications. Some paper types require  
manual feeding. See “Technical Specifications” in the  
Appendix.  
Check that the release lever is in the single-sheet position when  
using the push tractor.  
The paper-feeder cover may be opened. Close the paper-feeder  
cover.  
Paper may be jammed near the print head.  
The printer loads more than one sheet at a time.  
The paper is too thin. Make sure the paper is within the  
specifications. See “Technical Specifications” in the Appendix.  
Using the Printer  
3-29  
The ejected paper is wrinkled.  
The paper is too thin or is damp. Make sure the paper is within  
the specifications. See “Technical Specifications” in the  
Appendix. Do not store your paper in a damp or humid  
environment.  
Single-sheet paper does not fully eject.  
Use the LOAD/EJECT button to eject the page.  
The paper may be too long. Use paper that is within the  
specified size. See “Technical Specifications” in the Appendix.  
Paper from the paper feeder is crooked.  
The paper may be old or creased. Use only new, clean sheets of  
paper.  
There may be too much paper on the paper support.  
Make sure that your paper is the proper size and quality. See  
the Appendix.  
When installing the push tractor, it does not lock in place.  
The release lever is in the continuous paper position. Move the  
release lever to the single-sheet position.  
3-30  
Using the Printer  
The lever inside the printer is in the wrong position as shown  
below.  
Remove the printer cover and the push tractor. Raise the lever  
as shown below and do not move the lever afterwards.  
After installing the push tractor, the release lever is locked.  
When installing the push tractor, the release lever is in the  
wrong position. Remove the push tractor and lower the release  
lever to the single-sheet position. Then re-install the push  
tractor.  
3-31  
Using the Printer  
The push tractor does not feed the paper.  
The release lever is in the wrong position. Move the release  
lever to the continuous-paper position.  
The paper has come off the push tractor. Reattach the paper to  
the push tractor.  
The lever inside the printer is in the wrong position. Remove  
the printer cover and the push tractor. Raise the lever as shown  
in illustrations above and do not move the lever afterwards.  
Paper feeding of continuous paper is crooked or the paper jams.  
Check that the release lever is in the correct position.  
Make sure the paper supply is not obstructed by a cable or  
some other object.  
Make sure that your paper supply is positioned within 1 meter  
(3.28 feet) of the printer.  
Check that the holes on the sides of the paper are aligned with  
each other. Also, make sure the sprocket units are locked and  
their covers are closed.  
Check that the paper-thickness lever is set correctly for the  
paper you are using. See page 2-16.  
Check that the paper size and thickness is within the specified  
range. See the Appendix.  
There may be slack in the paper. Adjust the position of the  
sprocket units.  
3-32  
Using the Printer  
The continuous paper does not eject properly.  
The page is too long. Tear off the paper and remove it from the  
printer. Use paper that is within the specified length range. See  
the Appendix.  
The paper is jammed inside the printer.  
Clearing  
u
paper jam  
To clear a paper jam follow the steps below:  
Warning:  
Be  
not to touch the  
the access panel or push  
tractor thatfits inside the printer.  
1. Open the printer cover and the paper feeder cover.  
2. Pull the access panel straight out of the rear of the printer, as  
shown below. When loading continuous paper, remove the  
push tractor.  
Using the Printer  
3-33  
3. Pull the paper out gently. If the paper tears, make sure you  
remove any remaining pieces.  
4. If the paper is caught in the paper ejection area, gently pull it  
out of the printer.  
5. Push the access panel back into the rear of the printer. When  
loading continuous paper, replace the push tractor. Close  
the printer cover and the paper feeder cover.  
Preventing paper feeding and paper jam problems  
If you have frequent paper feeding or paper jam problems,  
refer to this checklist of corrective measures:  
Cl Use a higher-quality paper, one that is not too thin or  
rough. Some types of paper require manual feeding. See  
Chapter 2.  
Fan the stack of paper and then tap it on its edge to align it  
before you load it.  
Be sure that you do not load paper higher than the mark on  
the edge guide.  
Try turning the stack of paper over in the paper feeder.  
Most packages of paper indicate the best side with an  
arrow on the end of the package. Make sure the best side is  
loaded face down.  
3-34  
Using the Printer  
Appendix  
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
A-2  
A-2  
A-7  
A-10  
Technical Specifications  
Printer specifications  
Interface specifications  
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Initialization  
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
A-11  
A-l 1  
A-12  
Command Summary  
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
Sending printer commands  
Using the command summary  
Character Tables , . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-20  
Appendix A-l  
Technical Specifications  
Printer specifications  
Printing  
Printing method:  
Drop on demand 48-nozzle ink jet matrix  
Printable columns and printing speed:  
characters per inch  
characters per second  
Maximum Resolution:  
Printing direction:  
x
text and graphics  
Bidirectional with logic-seeking for  
text and graphics. (The auto print  
direction can be set in the  
default-setting mode.)  
Line spacing:  
Paper feed speed:  
Input buffer:  
l/6 inch, l/8 inch, or programmable  
in l/360-inch increments  
milliseconds per l/6-inch line  
inches/set. for continuous paper  
when Mixed text/graphics  
option in default-settings mode is set  
to ON  
when Mixed text/graphics  
option in default-settings mode is set  
to OFF  
A-2 Appendix  
Character tables:  
North/South America:  
Europe:  
1 italic and 7 graphics character tables  
1 italic and graphics character tables  
1 italic and 5 graphics character tables  
Other countries:  
Character sets:  
international character sets and  
legal character set  
Bitmap fonts:  
Select other font/pitch combinations using ESC/P 2 commands. See the  
command summary later in this chapter for a list of commands.  
Scalable fonts:  
Font  
Min.  
Max.  
Increments  
Epson  
Epson  
Roman  
Serif  
8
8
Epson Roman T  
Epson Serif Ii  
Paper  
Single sheets (Paper feeder):  
Width  
to  
to  
to  
mm  
mm  
mm  
g/m2  
to  
to  
inches)  
inches)  
to  
to 24 lb)  
Bond paper, plain paper  
Length  
Thickness  
Weight  
Quality  
inches)  
to  
Appendix A-3  
Single sheets (Manual insertion):  
182 to  
to  
to  
mm  
mm  
to  
to  
inches)  
inches)  
Width  
Length  
Thickness  
Weight  
Quality  
mm  
to  
lb)  
Bond Paper, plain paper  
inches)  
2
to  
g/m  
to  
Use  
lb.) paper under normal temperature and  
humidity conditions only.  
Cl Use recycled paper under normal temperature and humidity  
conditions only. Poor quality paper may reduce print quality, as  
well as cause paper jams and other problems. If you encounter  
problems, switch to a higher grade of paper.  
Continuous paper:  
to  
to  
to  
Plain paper  
mm to  
mm  
inches)  
to  
lb)  
Width  
Thickness  
Weight  
Quality  
inches)  
to  
Labels:  
to  
mm to  
inches)  
Size  
width for backing sheet  
x
mm  
x
inches) minimum  
for label  
mm  
Plain paper  
Thickness  
Quality  
inches) maximum total  
Use labels only under normal temperature and humidity  
conditions.  
Use continuous type labels only with the optional push tractor.  
Envelopes:  
x
X
mm  
mm  
mm  
to  
lb)  
x
inches)  
Size  
No. 6  
No.  
X
inches)  
inches)  
Thickness  
Weight  
to  
to  
2
g/m  
to  
Quality  
Bond paper, plain paper, air mail  
Use envelopes only under normal temperature and humidity  
conditions.  
Cl Insert envelopes long side first; use the manual feed slot only.  
Make sure the difference in thickness within the printable area is  
less than  
mm  
inches).  
A-4 Appendix  
Printable area:  
Single sheets  
Envelopes  
(paper feeder and manual insertion)  
A The minimum top margin is  
B The minimum left and right margins are  
inches). However, the maximum printable width  
mm inches).  
mm  
inches).  
mm  
is  
C The minimum bottom margin is  
mm  
inches).  
Continuous paper  
A The minimum top and bottom  
margins (above and below the  
perforation) are  
inches).  
mm  
B The minimum left and right  
margins are mm  
inches). However, the  
maximum printable width is  
mm  
inches).  
Mechanical  
Paper-feed method:  
Friction  
Ink cartridge (S020025):  
Color:  
Black  
Approximately  
Print capacity:  
million  
characters in letter quality mode  
2 years from production date  
(The cartridge life may vary,  
depending on how often you use the  
print head cleaning function.)  
Cartridge life:  
Appendix A-5  
Ink cartridge (S020025):  
Temperature:  
Storage:  
Transit:  
to  
to  
to  
to  
1 month at  
hours at  
Freezing:  
thaws in  
2 hours at  
MTBF:  
power-on hours  
Lifetime print capacity:  
Print head life:  
pages (A4 or letter)  
million dots per nozzle  
Dimensions and weight:  
Height  
Width  
Depth  
mm  
mm  
mm  
inches)  
inches)  
inches) without paper  
feeder  
mm  
feeder  
kg  
inches) with paper  
Weight  
lb.)  
Electrical  
V model:  
Rated voltage:  
AC  
AC  
V
Input voltage range:  
Rated frequency range:  
Input frequency range:  
Rated current:  
to  
V
to Hz  
to  
A
Hz  
Power consumption:  
W (during self- test  
mode at  
printing in  
V model:  
Rated voltage:  
AC  
AC  
to  
to  
V
V
Input voltage range:  
Rated frequency range:  
Input frequency range:  
Rated current:  
to Hz  
to  
Hz  
A
Power consumption:  
W (during self-test  
mode at  
printing in  
A-6 Appendix  
Environmental  
Temperature:  
Operation:  
Storage:  
to  
to  
to  
to  
Humidity (without condensation):  
Operation:  
Storage:  
to  
5 to  
RI-I  
Print assured  
Safety approvals  
Safety standards:  
with  
US model:  
EN  
European model:  
SETI)  
US model:  
European model:  
FCC Part Subpart B class B  
part part  
EN  
Pub  
class B  
Interface Specifications  
Your printer is equipped with an g-bit parallel interface.  
Specifications and pin assignments  
The built-in parallel interface has the following characteristics:  
Data format:  
&bit parallel  
Synchronization:  
Handshake timing: BUSY and  
Signal level:  
Connector:  
STROBE pulse  
signals  
Amphenol connector or equivalent  
compatible  
The table below provides the connector pm assignments and describes  
their respective interface signals.  
Appendix A-7  
Direction  
Description  
Signal  
Pin  
Return  
Pin  
Signal  
IN  
1
STROBE pulse to read data.  
Pulse width must be more than  
at the receiving terminal.  
STROBE  
IN  
IN  
IN  
IN  
IN  
IN  
IN  
IN  
2
3
4
5
6
7
DATA 1  
DATA 2  
DATA 3  
DATA 4  
DATA 5  
DATA 6  
DATA 7  
DATA 8  
These signals represent  
information in bits 1 to 8 of  
parallel data respectively. Each  
signal is at HIGH level when  
data is logical 1 and LOW when  
it is logical  
8
9
OUT  
About an  
pulse.  
LOW indicates that data has  
been received and that the  
printer is ready to accept more  
data.  
BUSY  
OUT  
A HIGH signal indicates the  
printer cannot receive data.  
The signal goes HIGH in the  
following cases:  
During data entry (for each  
character)  
During printing  
When the PAUSE button is  
pressed  
During an error state  
OUT  
OUT  
IN  
A HIGH signal indicates the  
printer is out of paper.  
-
-
Pulled up to 5 V through 1  
resistance  
,
AUTO  
FEED  
When this signal is LOW, the  
paper is automatically fed one  
line after printing.  
-
NC  
Not used  
-
-
Logic ground level  
CHASSIS  
Printer’s chassis ground, which is  
isolated from the logic ground  
A-8 Appendix  
Description  
Signal  
Pin  
Signal  
Direction  
Return  
Pin  
Not used  
NC  
-
Twisted-pair return signal ground  
level  
-
-
IN  
When this level becomes LOW,  
the printer controller is reset to  
its state when the power is first  
turned on and the print buffer is  
cleared. This level is normally  
HIGH; its pulse width must be  
more than  
terminal.  
at the receiving  
-
ERROR  
OUT  
This level becomes LOW when:  
The paper-is out  
The PAUSE button is  
pressed  
An error occurs  
-
-
-
Same as for pins  
NC  
NC  
Not used  
Pulled up to 5 V through 1  
resistance  
Not used  
Note:  
The column heading “Direction” refers to the direction of signal flow as  
viewed from the printer.  
“Return” denotes the twisted-pair return, connected at signal ground level.  
For the interface wiring, be sure to use a twisted-pair cable for each  
signal and to complete the connection on the return side.  
All interface conditions are based on the  
times of each signal must be less than  
level. Both the rise and fall  
microseconds.  
Data transfer must be carried out by observing the  
signal. Data transfer to this printer can be carried out only after receipt of  
the signal or when the BUSY signal is LOW.  
or BUSY  
Appendix A-9  
Interface timing  
The figure below shows the timing for the parallel interface.  
Id  
B U S Y  
lop  
D A T A  
STROBE  
Initialization  
The printer can be initialized (returned to a fixed set of conditions) in  
three ways:  
The power is turned on.  
The printer receives an INIT signal from the parallel  
Hardware  
initialization  
interface (pin  
goes LOW).  
The following condition then results:  
The printer mechanism is initialized.  
The input data buffer is cleared.  
The download character set is cleared.  
The print buffer is cleared.  
The default values are set. (Panel settings are reset.)  
initialization  
Software sends the  
command.  
(initialize the printer)  
The following condition then results:  
The print buffer is cleared.  
The default values are set.  
kept.)  
last panel settings are  
Hold down the RESET button.  
The printer switches to an interface using the Auto  
interface selection feature.  
Control  
panel  
initialization  
The following results:  
The input data buffer is cleared.  
The print buffer is cleared.  
The default values are set. (The last panel settings are  
kept.)  
A-10 Appendix  
Default settings  
The table below shows the default settings that take effect when the  
printer is initialized. In addition, hardware and control panel  
initialization clears the data buffer.  
Default setting  
Item  
Current paper position  
Top-of-form position  
Page length  
Single sheets:  
lines for  
paper  
lines for letter-size paper  
inches for manual insertion  
Left and right margins  
Line spacing  
Canceled  
1
line spacing  
point  
Character size  
Vertical tab position  
Horizontal tab positions  
Font selection  
Cleared  
Every eight characters  
Last font selected on control panel  
Canceled (except condensed printing)  
Special printing effects  
Download character set  
Hardware initialization: cleared  
Software/control panel  
initialization: deselected only  
Command Summary  
Sending printer commands  
Most actions your printer performs are handled by your software.  
Software commands instruct the printer to print in a particular typeface,  
feed the paper a certain amount after printing each line, start printing a  
particular place on the page, and so on.  
Some software programs let you send these commands yourself. This  
allows you to enhance your printing in ways that may not normally be  
available through the software. For example, some word processing  
programs may not offer shadow fonts, but by inserting a command in  
your document, you can use shadow fonts anywhere you like. The  
commands your printer recognizes are listed in this command summary.  
Appendix A-11  
How you format commands depends on the software you are using.  
Some software programs accept only the decimal format, while others let  
you type in ASCII characters. (Some programs don’t let you insert printer  
commands at all.) In addition, your software probably specifies certain  
punctuation you must use to enter the command. If your software allows  
you to send commands to the printer, the software manual should  
explain exactly what format and punctuation are required.  
Using the command summary  
The following section lists and describes all the commands by topic. If a  
command has no parameters, it is merely listed. If it has parameters, they  
are explained. The parameters are indicated by lowercase italicized  
letters, usually The examples below show how the parameters are  
indicated.  
is a command with no parameters.  
U 1 is a command that uses 1 to turn the feature on and 0 to turn it  
off.  
$
is a command with two parameters.  
D
is a command with a variable number of parameters.  
General operation  
Hex.  
Description  
ASCII  
Dec.  
-
Initialize Printer  
Turn Unidirectional Mode On/Off  
Control Paper Loading/Ejecting  
EM n  
n =  
: Eject a sheet  
Paper feeding  
ASCII  
Dec.  
Hex.  
Description  
-
CR  
Carriage Return  
Form Feed  
Line Feed  
0
Select l/g-inch Line Spacing  
Select l/6-inch Line Spacing  
A-12 Appendix  
Description  
Set  
Hex.  
Hex.  
Dec.  
ASCII  
n
/
Line Spacing  
Set n/360-inch Line Spacing  
Page format  
Description  
Dec.  
ASCII  
Set Page Format  
Top margin in defined units  
n =  
+
x
Bottom margin in defined units  
Set Page Length in Defined Unit  
n =  
+
x
Number of defined units  
Set Page Length in Lines  
n
= Number of lines  
Set Page Length in Inches  
n
= Number of inches  
Set Bottom Margin  
for Continuous Paper  
= Number of lines  
n
0
Cancel Top/Bottom Margin  
for Continuous Paper  
Set Left Margin  
n = Left margin column  
Set Right Margin  
n
= Right margin column  
Appendix A-13  
Print position motion  
Hex.  
Description  
ASCII  
Dec.  
Set Absolute Horizontal Print Position  
$
n =  
x
Specifies print position from  
left margin in defined units  
* Before you define the unit, the  
default unit is l/60 inch for this  
command.  
Set Relative Horizontal Print Position  
\
n =  
+
x
Moves current print position in  
defined units  
* Before you define the unit, the  
default unit is l/120 inch in draft  
and l/180 inch in  
for this  
command.  
Set Absolute Vertical Print Position  
n =  
+
x
Specifies print position from top  
margin in defined units  
Set Relative Vertical Print Position  
n =  
+
x
Moves current print position in  
defined units  
Set Horizontal Tabs  
Up to tabs entered in ascending  
order  
D
B
Terminated by 0  
Tab Horizontally  
9
Set Vertical Tabs  
Up to tabs; last n should be 0  
VT  
Tab Vertically  
Advance paper n /  
inch  
A-14 Appendix  
Font selection  
Description  
Hex.  
Dec.  
ASCII  
Select Typeface  
4 : Script  
Roman T  
Serif H  
Serif  
Courier  
Prestige  
Select Font by Pitch and Point  
Set pitch to 360/m  
M = No change in pitch  
m = Select proportional  
=
or  
n =  
+
x
Set point size in  
points  
Total points =  
+
x
x
n = No change in point  
n =  
or  
Serif  
Serif  
(for Roman,  
Roman and  
n =  
*
(for other typefaces)  
or @ cancel  
Master Select  
! n  
To find the value of II, add together  
the numbers of the font attributes  
and enhancements you want to  
combine from the list below:  
n =  
Double-strike  
Double-width  
Italic  
Proportional  
Condensed  
Bold  
Underline  
Select  
Select  
Select  
point,  
point,  
point,  
I’  
M
g
Turn Proportional Mode On/Off  
pl / O  
Select or Draft  
n = Draft  
Appendix A-15  
Hex.  
Description  
Dec.  
ASCII  
4
Select Italic Font  
5
Cancel Italic Font  
Select Bold Font  
Cancel Bold Font  
E
F
font enhancement  
Hex.  
Description  
Dec.  
ASCII  
Select Condensed Printing  
OF  
Cancel Condensed Printing  
DC2  
s o  
Select Double-Width Printing  
(one line)  
Turn Double-Width Printing On/Off  
W l/O  
Cancel Double-Width Printing  
(one line)  
DC4  
Turn Double-Height Printing On/Off  
Select Superscript Printing  
Select Subscript Printing  
w l/O  
Cancel Superscript/Subscript Printing  
Select Line/Score  
T
Underline  
Strikethrough  
Overscore  
Cancel score line selected by  
Single continuous line  
Double continuous line  
Single broken line  
Double broken line  
Select Character Style  
n = Normal style  
Outline  
Shadow  
Outline with shadow  
Select Double-Strike Printing  
G
A-16 Appendix  
Description  
Hex.  
Hex.  
Dec.  
Dec.  
ASCII  
Cancel Double-Strike Printing  
H
Turn Underline On/Off  
- l/O  
Spacing  
Description  
ASCII  
Set Intercharacter Space  
n
n = Number of units of space added  
to the space between characters  
Units is l/120 inch (draft) or  
l/180 inch  
and proportional)  
Define Unit  
Define positioning unit as n/3600  
inch  
n =  
or60  
n =  
default  
Set Horizontal Motion Index  
Select Pitch in n/360-inch units  
c
Total units =  
+
x
Character handling  
Description  
Dec.  
Hex.  
ASCII  
6
Enable Printing of  
Upper Control Codes  
This command enables the printing  
of codes  
to  
(if current  
table has characters in those  
locations).  
Enable Upper Control Codes  
Cancels  
6
Select an International Character Set  
USA  
Spain  
I
Legal  
France  
Germany  
UK  
Denmark I  
Sweden  
Italy  
Japan  
Norway  
Denmark  
Spain II  
Latin America  
Korea  
Appendix A-17  
Description  
Hex.  
ASCII  
Dec.  
Assign Character Table  
Assign character table set with  
and to table  
=
or  
Character Table  
Italic  
0
0
1 0 PC  
PC  
3 0 PC  
4 0 PC  
5 0 PC  
(USA)  
1
Greek (Greek)*  
(Multilingual)  
( G r e e k ) *  
(Turkish)*  
6
0
P C  
7 0 PC  
8 0 PC  
9 0 PC  
0 PC  
0 PC  
0 PC  
0 PC  
0
(Portuguese)  
(Canada-French)  
( N o r w a y )  
(East Europe)*  
(Turkish)*  
(Arabic)*  
(Russian)  
(Brazilian Portuguese)**  
0
(Brazilian Portuguese)**  
* available for European version only  
**available for North/South  
American version only  
Select Character Table  
Select character table  
n
assigned by  
or  
n =  
n = 2 : Remaps download characters  
from 0 - to unless a  
character table has been assigned  
-
to 2 with the  
( t command  
Copy ROM to RAM  
n =  
or 9  
Typeface (see list in  
k
command description)  
Select User-Defined Set  
n = Normal set  
User-defined set  
A-28 Appendix  
Hex.  
Description  
Dec.  
ASCII  
Define User-Defined Character  
8-t 0  
data  
= First character number  
= Last character number  
= Left space of character  
= Body width of character  
= Right space of character  
data: 3 bytes required for each  
character; super/subscript  
requires only 2 bytes per  
character  
Print Data as Characters  
(
(
data  
n =  
+
x
Amount of data  
data: The following n bytes of data  
printed as characters  
Graphics  
Hex.  
Des&p  
Dec.  
Select Graphics Mode  
* Cancel Graphics mode with  
Print Raster Graphics  
@
.
c = Full graphics mode  
Compressed mode  
=
Dot density for vertical in  
3600/u  
h =  
Dot density for horizontal  
in 3600/h  
Number of vertical dots  
Number of horizontal dots  
Total dots =  
+
x
* The following combination is not  
allowed:  
=
and h =  
Appendix A-19  
Bit image  
Hex.  
Description  
ASCII  
Dec.  
Select Bit Image  
* m  
data  
n =  
+
x
Total columns  
Total data =  
+
x
x f  
t = Number of data bytes per column  
-
Vertical  
density  
Pins  
Adjacent  
dots print  
m
Horizontal  
density  
1
Yes  
Yes  
No  
8
8
8
8
8
0
1
2
3
4
6
1
1
1
1
No  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
Yes  
No  
1
3
3
3
3
3
6
6
6
Yes  
Character Tables  
You can select these character tables by using the default-setting mode or  
by using a command.  
The characters for hex codes through are the same as the PC437  
table, so only the PC437 tables are shown completely. The rest of the  
tables show only the characters for hex codes  
through  
The tables with * after the table name are available in the European  
version only; those with are available in the North/South American  
version only.  
A-20 Appendix  
PC437 (USA, standard Europe)  
CODE  
0
0
1
p
L
Y
1
!
2
2 B R b  
6 R 6  
I-  
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
A
B
*
:
C
D
E
F
SO .  
N
n
hi  
PC860 (Portuguese)  
PC850  
CODE  
0
L
0
1
1
2
3
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
4
5
6
7
8
9
A
B
C
D
E
F
Y
P
9
A
B
C
D
E
F
x
x
A f  
, n n  
Appendix A-21  
PC865 (Norwegian)  
PC863 (Canadian-French)  
CODE  
CODE  
0
1
0
1
2
3
2
3
4
5
6
7
a
9
A
B
C
D
E
F
4
5
6
7
a
9
A
B
C
D
E
F
PC857 (Turkish) *  
PC853 (Turkish) *  
CODE  
CODE  
0
1
0
1
2
3
4
5
2
3
4
5
6
7
a
9
A
B
C
D
E
F
6
7
a
9
A
B
C
D
E
F
A-22 Appendix  
PC85 7 (Greek) *  
PC437 Greek (Greek)”  
CODE  
A P  
0
1
0
1
2
2
3
4
5
3
4
5
6
6
7
a
9
A
B
C
D
E
F
7
a
9
A
B
C
D
E
F
PC866 (Russian)  
PC855  
l
CODE  
8
b
9
A
B
C
L
D
E
F
-
CODE  
0
1
A P a  
p
0
1
2
2
3
3
4
5
4
5
6
7
e
6
7
a
9
a
9
A
B
C
D
E
F
A
B
C
D
E
F
Appendix A - 2 3  
Portuguese) * *  
PC852 (East Europe) *  
CODE  
CODE  
0
1
0
1
2
3
4
5
2
3
4
5
6
7
a
9
A
B
C
D
E
F
6
7
a
9
A
B
C
D
E
F
Portuguese)  
l
*
/talk  
CODE  
CODE  
0
1
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
a
9
A
B
C
D
E
F
I-  
P
A
A
A
A
is  
6
6
2
3
4
5
6
7
a
9
A
B
C
D
E
F
DC2  
DC4  
DC2  
2
6
6
ii  
i
4 D T d t  
U
ii  
c
c
,
E
E
E
E
b
ii  
0
U
Y
c
Q
EM  
EM)  
Y
i
Y
i i  
VT  
f
i
VT  
+
I
C
f
i
P
CR  
SO  
CR  
No character is available for hex code in the italic character table.  
A-24 Appendix  
International c h a r a c t e r s e t s  
You can select one of the following international character sets by using  
the default-setting mode or sending the  
R command. For example,  
when you select “Italic France,” the characters in the “France” row on the  
table below are used in the italic character table.  
The following eight international character sets can be selected in the  
default-setting mode or with the  
R command.  
ASCII code hex  
Country  
USA  
Fr a nc e  
Ge r ma ny  
UK  
#
$
i i &  
.
.
De nma r k  
Swe de n  
I t a l y  
Spa i n  
m
i i }  
-
The following seven additional sets are available only with the  
command.  
R
Country  
ASCII code hex  
SE  
J a pa n  
Nor wa y  
De nma r k I I  
Spa i n I I  
La t i n Ame r i c a  
Kor e a  
#
$
’
Le ga l  
Appendix A-25  
Characters available with the  
(A command  
To print the characters in the table below, use the  
(
command.  
1
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
a
9
A
B
C
D
E
F
A - 2 6 Appendix  
Glossary  
The following definitions apply specifically to printers. If a word is  
italicized, see that topic for more information.  
ASCII  
American Standard Code for Information Interchange. A standardized  
coding system for assigning numerical codes to letters and symbols.  
auto line feed  
When this feature is selected in the default-setting mode, each  
carriage-return code (CR) is automatically followed by a line-feed  
code.  
bidirectional printing  
Printing in which the print head prints in both directions. This increases  
the speed of printing.  
A binary digit or this is the basic unit of information used by a  
printer or computer.  
buffer  
The portion of the printer’s memory used to store data before printing it.  
A unit of information consisting of eight bits.  
characters per inch  
A measure of the size of text characters, sometimes referred to as pitch.  
Glossary  
GL-1  
character fable  
A collection of letters, numbers, and symbols used in a particular  
language.  
condensed printing  
Printing in which the width of each character is approximately  
width of standard characters. Useful for fitting wide tables or  
spreadsheets onto paper.  
of the  
continuous paper  
Paper that has sprocket-feed holes on each side, is perforated between  
pages, and is supplied in a folded stack. Also called fanfold paper.  
control code  
Special codes used to control printer functions such as a carriage return  
or line feed.  
default  
A value or setting that takes effect when the equipment is turned on,  
reset, or initialized.  
double-height printing  
Printing in which each character is twice as tall as normal.  
double- width printing  
Printing in which each character is twice as wide as normal.  
draft  
One of two print qualities available on your printer. Draft uses a  
minimum number of dots per character for high-speed printing. See also  
Letter Quality.  
GL-2  
Glossary  
ESC/P  
Abbreviation for Epson Standard Code for Printers. This is the system of  
commands your computer uses to control your printer. It is standard for  
all Epson printers and supported by most software for personal  
computers.  
ESC/P  
2
The enhanced version of the ESC/P printer command language.  
Commands in this language produce laser-like results, such as scalable  
fonts and enhanced graphics printing.  
font  
A style of type designated by a family name.  
form feed  
A control code and control panel button that advance the paper to the  
next top-of-form position.  
hex dump  
A troubleshooting feature that helps advanced users find the cause of  
communication problems between the printer and the computer. When  
the printer is in hex dump mode, it prints each code it receives in  
hexadecimal notation and ASCII characters. Also called data dump.  
initialization  
Returns the printer to its defaults (fixed set of conditions).  
ink jet  
A method of printing in which each letter or symbol is formed by  
spraying ink onto paper.  
interface  
The connection between the computer and the printer. A parallel  
interface transmits data one character or code at a time.  
Glossary GL-3  
italic  
A typestyle in which the characters slant. This sentence is italicized.  
Letter Quality (LQ)  
One of two print qualities available on your printer. Letter Quality  
provides better readability and appearance at a reduced print speed. See  
also draft  
line feed  
A control code and control panel button that advance the paper one line  
space.  
loading position  
The position to which the paper is automatically loaded.  
paper-park position  
The position in which the paper is backed out of the paper path, but is  
still attached to the optional push tractor.  
printable area  
The area of a page in which print quality is assured. It is smaller than the  
physical size of the page due to margins.  
proportional printing  
Printing in which the width of the character varies from character to  
character. For example, a capital W receives much more space than a  
lowercase The result looks more like a typeset book than a typewritten  
draft.  
push tractor  
An optional, detachable device that automatically “pushes” continuous  
paper into the printer from the loading side.  
GL-4  
Glossary  
RAM  
Random Access Memory. The portion of the printer’s memory used as a  
buffer and for storing user-defined characters. All data stored in RAM is  
lost when the printer is turned off.  
reset  
To return a printer to its defaults either by sending a command, an INIT  
signal, or by turning the printer off and then back on.  
ROM  
Read Only Memory. A portion of memory that can only be read and  
cannot be used for data storage. ROM remains, even when you turn off  
the printer.  
self test  
A method for checking the operation of the printer. When you run the  
self test, the printer prints the characters stored in its ROM.  
software program  
A software program that helps you carry out a particular task, such as  
word processing or financial planning.  
subscript  
Printing in which each character is printed at about two-thirds the normal  
height in the lower part of the character space.  
superscript  
Printing in which each character is printed at about two-thirds the normal  
height in the upper part of the character space.  
fear off  
A paper feed operation that automatically feeds the perforation of  
continuous paper to the tear-off position so you can tear it off easily, and  
then feeds the paper back to the loading position.  
Glossary GL-5  
fear-off position  
The position the printer feeds the paper to at the end of print job when  
tear-off mode is set to on in default settings. Using the micro-feed feature,  
you can adjust the position so that the paper’s perforation meets the  
printer’s tear-off edge.  
top-of-form  
The position on the paper that the printer recognizes as the first printable  
line. The printer feeds the paper to this position when it loads the paper.  
unidirectional/ printing  
Printing in which the print head prints in one direction only.  
Unidirectional printing is useful for printing graphics because it allows  
more precise vertical alignment than bidirectional printing.  
user-defined characters  
Characters that are defined and stored in the printer by the user. Also  
called download characters.  
GL-6 Glossary  
Index  
Command descriptions are not indexed here. For information  
on a specific command, see the Appendix. Also see the  
glossary for definitions of terms.  
Buttons, 3-1  
A
ALT, 3-4  
Access panel, 2-7  
ECONOMY/CONDENSED,  
3-4  
FONT, 3-4  
LOAD/EJECT, 3-4  
PAUSE, 3-3  
RESET, 3-3  
Adjusting loading position, 2-3  
Adjusting print position, 2-4  
ALT button, 3-4  
Auto interface selection, 3-8,  
3-10-11, 3-15-16, 3-28  
Auto interface wait time, 3-8,  
3-11,3-16  
Buzzer, 3-22  
Auto line feed, 3-8, 3-10, 3-15,  
3-28  
C
Auto print direction, 3-8-9,3-14  
Cable  
parallel interface, l-17  
Carriage error, 3-23  
Cartridge, ink, l-9-12,3-18-19  
installing, l-9-12  
life, A-5-6  
replacing 3-11-19  
specifications, A-5-6  
Changing the default settings,  
3-11-15  
B
Back feed/ Eject error, 3-23  
Baud rate, 3-18  
Bidirectional printing, see Auto  
print direction  
Bitmap fonts  
Draft, A-3  
Epson Courier, A-3  
Epson Prestige, A-3  
Epson Roman, A-3  
Epson Sans Serif, A-3  
Epson Script, A-3  
Buffer, A-2  
Character  
fonts, 3-5-7, A-3  
tables, 3-8-9,3-14,3-27, A-3,  
A-20-26  
Character sets, international,  
A-25  
samples, A-25  
selecting, A-18, A-25  
Choosing paper, l-4  
IN-1  
E
Cleaning the print head, 3-20,  
3-26  
Cleaning the printer, 3-20-21  
Cleaning/ Charging, 3-23  
Codes, control, A-12-20  
Command summary, A-11  
Computer, connecting to, l-17  
CONDENSED button, 3-4  
CONDENSED light, 3-3  
Condensed mode, 3-7  
Condensed printing, 3-7  
Configuration, see Software  
Connecting printer to computer,  
l-17  
ECONOMY light, 3-3  
ECONOMY/CONDENSED  
button, 3-4  
Economy mode, 3-3  
EJECT button, 3-4  
Electrical specifications, A-6  
Envelopes, 2-17, A-4-5  
Epson Courier, 3-6, A-3  
Epson Prestige, 3-6, A-3  
Epson Roman, 3-6, A-3  
Epson Roman T, 3 - 5 A-3  
Epson Sans Serif, 3-6, A-3  
Epson Sans Serif H, 3 - 5 A-3  
Epson Script, 3-6, A-3  
Error handling, 3-18  
Error indicators  
Continuous paper, 2-7-16,  
3-32-33, A-4-5  
loading, 2-8-11  
page length, 3-9  
switching to, 2-15-16  
Control codes, A-12-20  
Control panel, 3-2-5  
Courier, font, 3-6, A-3  
Cover  
buzzer, 3-22  
IN K OUT light, 3-22  
PAPER OUT light, 3-22  
PA USE light, 3-22  
Error status, 3-22-23  
Back feed/Eject error, 3-23  
Carriage error, 3-23  
Cleaning/ Charging 3-23  
Fatal ink system error, 3-23  
Ink is gone/No ink cartridge,  
3-23  
paper feeder, l-13  
printer, l-10  
D
DATA light, 3-3  
Data dump, see Hex dump  
Default  
Ink is low, 3-23  
Paper end, 3-23  
Paper jam, 3-23  
settings, A-11  
settings, changing, 3-11-15  
settings mode, 3-7-15  
Draft font, 3-5-6, A-3  
Release lever error, 3-23  
ESC/ P, Intro-l  
ESC/P 2, Intro-l, l-18,3-6  
IN-2  
Indicator lights, 3-2-3  
CONDENSED, 3-3  
DATA, 3-3  
F
Fatal ink system error, 3-23  
FCC regulations, ii  
Fonts  
ECONOMY, 3-3  
FONT, 3-2  
INK OUT, 3-3  
PAPER OUT, 3-3  
PAUSE, 3-2  
button, 3-4-5  
changing  
with control panel, 3-5  
with software programs,  
A-15  
Initialization, A-10  
Ink cartridge  
draft, 3-6, A-3  
installing, l-9-12  
life, A-5  
replacing, 3-18  
Epson Courier, 3-6, A-3  
Epson Prestige, 3-6, A-3  
Epson Roman, 3-6, A-3  
Epson Roman T, 3-6, A-3  
Epson Sans Serif, 3-6, A-3  
Epson Sans Serif H, 3-6, A-3  
Epson Script, 3-6, A-3  
lights, 3-2-3  
specifications, A-5-6  
Ink charging, l-12  
Ink drying, l-4,2-2  
Ink is gone/No ink cartridge,  
3-23  
Ink is low, 3-23  
Ink jet, l-2-3  
samples, 3-6  
scalable, 3-6  
Ink jet, precautions, l-2-3  
INK OUT light, 3-3, 3-22  
Input buffer, A-2  
Installation, 1-18  
Installing  
ink cartridge, l-9-12  
interface card, 3-16-17  
push tractor, 2-7  
Interface  
connecting, l-17  
specifications, A-7-10  
Interface cards  
installing, 3-16-17  
optional, 3-15, 3-28  
International character sets  
samples, A-25  
selecting, 3-6, 3-27  
Form feed, see LOAD/EJECT  
button  
Form length, continuous paper,  
3-9  
H
Handshake timing, 3-18  
Help, where to get, Intro-3  
Hex dump mode, 3-25  
Humidity, printer environment,  
A-7  
I
selecting, A-18, A-25  
Image, blurred, 3-27  
IN-3  
J
0
Jam, paper, 3-33-34  
Optional interface cards,  
3-11-16,3-28  
L
Optional push tractor, 2-7-16,  
3-30-32  
Labels, 2-18, A-4  
LF/FF button, 3-4  
Lights, status, 3-2  
Lines per page, setting v  
Lever  
Options  
interface cards, 3-15, 3-28  
push tractor, 2-7-16,  
3-30, 3-32  
P
paper-thickness, 2-16  
release, 2-7  
Page length, 3-8-9, 3-15, 3-28  
continuous paper, A-4  
manual insertion, A4  
single sheets, A-3  
Paper  
LOAD/EJECT button, 3- 4  
Loading paper  
continuous paper, 2-8-11  
envelopes, 2-16  
labels, 2-18  
choosing, l-4  
continuous paper, 2-8-13,  
3-32, A-4-5  
end, 3-23  
manually, 2-5-6  
paper feeder, l-13-15  
Loading position, adjusting,  
2-3-4  
feeder, l-13-15,2-2  
feeding, 3-32  
Location, printer, l-7  
handling, 2-l-18,3-29  
jams, 3-23, 3-33-34  
labels, 2-18  
loading, l-13,2-5  
separators, l-6  
M
Maintenance, 3-18  
Manual feed slot, 2-5-6  
Manual loading/insertion, 2-5-6  
Micro-feed feature, 2-11 3-5,  
3-27  
single sheets, 2-6, A-3--5  
size, A-3--4  
specifications, A-3  
storage, l-4  
support, l-6  
Missing dots, 3-26  
Mixed text/graphics mode, 3-8,  
3-10, 3-15, 3-26  
switching between  
continuous and single, 2-14  
PAPER 0UT light, 3-3, 3-22  
Paper-park position, 2-12  
Paper-thickness lever, 2-16, 3-26  
N
Network interface mode, 3-8,  
3-10, 3-15, 3-26  
Parallel interface, l-17, A-7-10  
PAUSE button, 3-3  
PAUSE light, 3-2, 3-22, 3-25  
Pausing printing, 1-16  
Plugging in the printer, l-8  
Port, printer, see Parallel interface  
Power  
Push tractor, 2-7-16, 3-30-32  
installing, 2-7  
loading paper, 2-8  
removing, 2-13  
Q
Quality, print, A-2  
cord, connecting, l-8  
switch, l-8  
R
turning on/off, l-8  
Precautions, ink jet, l-2-3  
Prestige, font, 3-6, A-3  
Printable area  
Release lever, 2-7  
Release lever error, 3-23  
Removing the push tractor, 2-13  
Replacing ink cartridge, 3-18  
RESET button, 3-3  
continuous paper, A-5  
envelopes, A-5  
single sheets, A-5  
Print direction, A-2  
Printer  
Resetting printer defaults, 3-11,  
A-10-11  
cleaning, 3-20-21  
connecting to computer, l-17  
location, l-7  
Roman, font, 3-6, A-3  
Roman T, font, 3-6, A-3  
specifications, A-2  
testing, l-15  
S
transporting, 3-21  
unpacking, l-5  
voltage, l-5  
Safety approvals, A-7  
Safety information, iii-iv, l-2  
Sans Serif, font, 3-6, A-3  
Sans Serif H, font, 3-6, A-3  
Scalable fonts, 3-6, A-3  
Epson Roman, 3-6, A-3  
Epson Roman T, 3-6, A-3  
Epson Sans Serif, 3-6, A-3  
Epson Sans Serif H, 3-6, A-3  
Script, font, 3-6, A-3  
Print head  
capping, l-3  
cleaning, 3-4, 3-20  
Printing on envelopes, 2-16  
Printing on labels, 2-18  
Printing on special paper, 2-16  
Printing position, adjusting, 2-4  
Print speed, A-2  
Self test, l-15-16  
Problems  
Serial interface card, 3-17  
Setting up your software, l-18  
Settings  
paper feeding, 3-34  
paper jams, 3-33-34  
see also Troubleshooting  
changing 3-11-15  
printer defaults, 3-7-11  
IN-5  
Setup menu, l-18  
Single sheets, 2-2, 3-29, A-3-5  
v
prints on, v  
switching to, 2-14  
tips for, 2-2-3  
Voltage, l-5, l-8, A-6  
power supply, A-6  
see also Loading paper  
Skip-over-perforation, 3-5-10,  
3-15  
W
Warnings, Intro-3  
Software, l-18,2-3  
controlling printer with, 1-18  
setting up, l-18  
Weight, printer, A-6  
Where to get help, Intro-3  
Special paper, 2-18  
Specifications, A-11  
Speed, printing, A-2  
Stand, printer, l-7-8  
Switching between continuous  
paper and single sheets,  
2-14-16  
T
Tear off, 2-12-13,3-8, 3-11, 3-15  
adjusting, 2-13  
position, 2-12  
Technical specifications, A-2  
Temperature  
printer environment, A-7  
Testing the printer, l-15-16  
Top margin, 3-27  
Tractor, push, 2-7-16  
installing, 2-7  
loading paper, 2-8  
Transporting the printer, 3-21  
Troubleshooting, 3-22-34  
U
Unidirectional printing, 3-9  
Unpacking the printer, l-5  
IN-6  
EPSON OVERSEAS MARKETING LOCATIONS  
EPSON AMERICA, INC.  
EPSON UK LTD.  
Maylands Avenue,  
Campus  
Ave.  
Box  
Torrance, CA  
Phone:  
Hemel Hempstead,  
HP2  
U.K.  
Phone:  
1 1  
Telex:  
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F a x :  
EPSON  
EPSON FRANCE  
r u e  
France  
Germany  
Phone:  
Telex:  
Phone:  
Telex:  
EPSON AUSTRALIA  
LTD.  
EPSON SINGAPORE  
LTD.  
Rodborough Road,  
No.  
1
Raffles Place  
Forest,  
Australia  
Singapore  
P h o n e  
Fax:  
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975-l  
EPSON HONG KONG LTD.  
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EPSON ELECTRONICS TRADING LTD.  
(TAIWAN BRANCH)  
No.  
Road, Sec.  
Road,  
Hong Kong  
P h o n e  
Telex:  
Taiwan,  
Phone.  
Fax:  
7
7
EPSON  
EPSON  
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Barcelona, Spain  
Phone:  
Ml, Italy  
P h o n e  
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1
Fax:  
SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION  
Office)  
Japan  
P h o n e ,  
Feb.  
User’s Guide  
Printed in Japan  

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