Epson EPL-N1200 User Manual

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Printer Parts
printer cover latch
AC inlet
cover-1n
LocalTalk/Serial
interface connector
(option)
Parallel C interface
connector
Parallel B interface
connector
Type-B interface
connector
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printer cover
grooves for imaging cartridge
control panel
cover-2
fuser
front cover
paper stopper
power switch
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Front
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title page
®
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Copyright © 1996 by Seiko Epson Corporation, Nagano, Japan
Reference Guide
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Declaration of Conformity
According to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN 45014
Manufacturer:
Address:
SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION
3-5, Owa 3-chome, Suwa-shi,
Nagano-ken 392 Japan
Representative:
Address:
EPSON EUROPE B.V.
Prof. J. H. Bavincklaan 5 1183
AT Amstelveen
The Netherlands
Declares that the Product:
Product Name:
Type Name:
Model:
Laser Printer
EPL-N1200
L250A
Conforms to the following Directive(s) and Norm(s):
Directive 89/336/EEC:
EN 55022 Class B
EN 50082-1
IEC 801-2
IEC 801-3
IEC 801-4
EN 61000-3-2
EN 61000-3-3
Directive 73/23/EEC:
EN 60950
August 1996
M. Hamamoto
President of EPSON EUROPE B.V.
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Contents
Getting Started
About This Guide . . . . . . . .
About Your Printer . . . . . . .
Features . . . . . . . . . . .
Options . . . . . . . . . . . .
ENERGY STAR Compliance . .
About Making Printer Settings .
Printer Driver . . . . . . . .
OneTouch Modes . . . . . .
SelecType . . . . . . . . . .
Remote Control Panel utility
Safety Information . . . . . . . .
Ozone safety . . . . . . . . .
Laser Printer Precautions . . . .
Important Safety Instructions .
For United Kingdom Users . . .
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes
Chapter 1
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Paper Handling
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Loading Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Loading paper for automatic feeding in the MP
(Multi Purpose) Tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Manually loading paper . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Selecting the paper size . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Choosing Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Envelopes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Colored paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Transparencies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Understanding Your Printer
The Control Panel .
Overview . . . .
Display . . . . .
Indicator lights
Buttons . . . . .
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2-3
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2-5
Using the Printer Driver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Understanding the required settings . . . . . . . .
Accessing the driver menus . . . . . . . . . . . . .
How to Make settings on the menus . . . . . . . .
Saving settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Deleting settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Restoring the driver default settings . . . . . . . .
Getting help from the printer driver . . . . . . . .
Exiting the printer driver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Accessing the Font Manager window . . . . . . .
Accessing the Softtray Manager window . . . . .
Accessing the Overlay Manager window . . . . .
Driver Setting Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Printer Settings menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Paper menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adding a new size to the Paper Size list . . . . . .
Printer SelecType menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Printer Options menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Font Manager Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adding fonts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Deleting fonts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Changing a font name . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Copying and moving fonts to another printer port
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Chapter 3
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Making Printer Driver Settings
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Softtray Manager Window
Creating a softtray . . .
Overlay Manager Window
Creating an overlay . .
Deleting an overlay . .
Chapter 4
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Options
Printer Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
500-Sheet Lower Paper Cassette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing the lower paper cassette . . . . . . . . . . .
Loading paper into the 500-sheet lower paper cassette
Memory Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing a memory module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removing a memory module . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ROM Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Optional Interfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing the LocalTalk/Serial module . . . . . . . . .
Installing an optional interface card . . . . . . . . . .
Using the Serial Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using the serial interface utility . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chapter 5
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Remote Control Panel Utility
Remote Control Panel Utility Overview . . . . .
When to use the Remote Control Panel utility
Installing the Remote Control Panel utility .
Accessing the Remote Control Panel . . . . .
LaserJet 4/EpsonScript Level 2 Mode . . . .
ESCP2 Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
FX Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
I239X Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Page Setup Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Type Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Printer Setup Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Other Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
More Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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SelecType
When to Use SelecType . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SelecType . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using SelecType . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SelecType menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Understanding SelecType Settings . . . . . . .
Test menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Emulation menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Printing menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tray Size menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Config menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Setup menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parallel B menu, Parallel C menu . . . . .
Serial menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
L/T menu, AUX menu . . . . . . . . . . .
LJ4 menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using the OneTouch Modes . . . . . . . . . . .
Using Other Emulations . . . . . . . . . . . . .
ESC/P 2 or FX Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
I239X Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
EPSON GL/2 Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Before printing in the EPSON GL/2 mode
Chapter 7
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Troubleshooting and Maintenance
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Paper Jam and Feeding Problems . . . . . . . . . . .
Preventing paper feed and paper jam problems
Print Quality Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Memory Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Option Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Status and Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hex Dump Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replacing the Imaging Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . .
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Optimizing Print Quality . .
Adjusting RITech . . . .
The RITech setting . . . .
Adjusting print density
Resetting the Printer . . . . .
Cleaning the Printer . . . . .
Removing spilled toner .
Cleaning the printer case
Transporting the Printer . . .
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Appendix A Technical Specifications
Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Environmental . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mechanical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electrical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parallel B interface . . . . . . . . . . .
Parallel C interface . . . . . . . . . .
Using the ECP mode in Windows 95
Serial Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Options and Consumables . . . . . . . .
500-Sheet Lower Paper Cassette . . .
Imaging cartridge (S051016) . . . . .
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Appendix B Symbol Sets
Introduction to Symbol Sets . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
In LJ4 Emulation Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
International Set for ISO sets . . . . . . . . . . .
In ESC/P 2 or FX Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
International Character Sets . . . . . . . . . . . .
Characters available with the ESC (^ command
In I239X Emulation Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Appendix C Command Summary
LaserJet 4 (LJ4) Emulation Commands
GL/2 context commands . . . . . .
ESC/P 2 and FX Commands . . . . . .
ESC/P 2 mode . . . . . . . . . . . .
FX mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
PJL Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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I239X Emulation Commands . . . . .
Page format . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Printer and Screen Fonts
Available Fonts . . . . .
Adding More Fonts . . .
Downloading fonts .
Selecting Fonts . . . . . .
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Switching between SelecType Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E-2
Glossary
Index
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Nishi
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Getting Started
The EPSON EPL-N1200 printer combines high performance and
reliability with a wide range of features.
To get started with your laser printer, please:
❏
Read the safety information, laser printer precautions, and
important safety instructions in this section.
❏
Use your Getting Ready! guide to set up and test your new
printer.
See this guide for detailed information about your printer.
About This Guide
This guide contains information about using your printer. For
information about installing and setting up the printer, see the
Getting Ready! guide.
Chapter 1, “Paper Handling,” contains information on loading
paper. Also consult this chapter when you need information about
printing on special paper.
Chapter 2, “Understanding Your Printer,” describes how to use
the printer’s control panel.
Chapter 3, “Making Printer Driver Settings,” describes the features
of the Windows printer driver packed with your printer. If you
need information on how to install the driver, see the Getting
Ready! guide.
Chapter 4, “Options,” gives step-by-step instructions for installing
the options available for the printer.
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Chapter 5, “Remote Control Panel Utility,” describes the printer
settings that can be modified with the Remote Control Panel
utility. Read this chapter if you are not able to modify a printer
setting from your software.
Chapter 6, “SelecType,” contains detailed information on the
settings you can make in SelecType. Read this chapter if you are
not able to modify a printer setting from your software.
Chapter 7, “Troubleshooting and Maintenance,” gives helpful
information for what to do if you encounter a printer error and
provides instructions on how to maintain your printer.
Appendix A, “Technical Specifications,” contains the technical
specifications about the printer.
Appendix B, “Symbol Sets,” lists the symbol sets available in each
emulation mode with the tables of the characters for each set.
Appendix C, “Command Summary,” lists the commands that can
be embedded in print jobs to control the printer. This appendix is
intended for advanced users only.
Appendix D, “Working with Fonts,” describes the steps you need
to follow to add more fonts and lists the available fonts with
samples.
Appendix E, “Map of SelecType Menus,” lists the SelecType
menus and the order in which you access them. This appendix is
useful when you use SelecType.
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About Your Printer
Your printer is the latest in EPSON’s advanced line of laser
printers. It emulates the Hewlett-Packard® LaserJet 4 (LJ4)
printer, allowing you to print using the wide variety of software
programs that support HP LaserJet printers.
The printer’s 600-dpi (dots per inch) resolution is enhanced by
EPSON’s Resolution Improvement Technology (RITech), which
smoothes the jagged edges of diagonal lines in both text and
graphics. This gives your documents a clean, crisp look that
contributes to a professional appearance.
The printer is easy to install and use. You simply set up the
printer, connect it to your computer, and install the printer driver
as described in the Getting Ready! guide.
The printer supports ECP mode in Windows 95. ECP mode is
useful for high-speed data transfer and bidirectional
communication with your computer.
Features
The printer comes with a full set of features that contributes to
ease of use and consistent, high-quality output. The main features
are described below.
High-quality printing
Your printer provides 600-dpi printing at a speed of up to 12 pages
per minute. You’ll appreciate the professional print quality
produced by your printer and its quick processing speed.
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Wide variety of fonts
The printer comes with a selection of 14 scalable TrueType® fonts,
31 LaserJet-compatible scalable fonts, and one bitmap font in LJ4
emulation mode to provide you with the fonts you need to create
professional-looking documents. The fonts included with the
printer are listed in Appendix D.
Toner Save Mode
To reduce the amount of toner used in printing documents, you
can print rough drafts using the Toner Save Mode.
Options
The printer comes with two built-in bidirectional parallel
interfaces and 2 MB of memory, which can be expanded up to
64 MB. You can also install an additional Type-B serial, coax, or
twinax interface. The 500-Sheet Lower Paper Cassette (C81262✽:
A4, C81263✽: Letter), automatically feeds up to 500 A4 or letter
size sheets without reloading. Using two lower paper cassettes (the
maximum), you can preload up to 1,250 sheets of paper with the
MP Tray (250 sheets). See Chapter 4 for more information on
printer options.
ENERGY STAR Compliance
As an International ENERGY STAR Partner, EPSON
has determined that this product meets the
International ENERGY STAR Program guidelines for energy
efficiency.
The International ENERGY STAR Program promotes the
voluntary development of energy-efficient computers, printers,
and other peripheral equipment.
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About Making Printer Settings
To print, you will need to make some printer settings. This printer
offers four way to make printer settings:
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Printer driver
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Remote Control Panel utility
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OneTouch modes
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SelecType
If you use a Windows application, use the printer driver that came
with the printer to make printer settings. For details on your
printer driver, see “Making Printer Driver Settings” in Chapter 3.
If you use a DOS application, make the print settings in the
application. For details, see your DOS application manual.
If you cannot make all the settings you need through the Windows
printer driver or DOS application, use SelecType (OneTouch
modes) or Remote Control Panel utility. The OneTouch modes are
part of SelecType.
Printer Driver
Use the printer driver to easily and conveniently make new printer
settings. Most users may never need to use anything besides their
application software and the printer driver to make printer
settings. You can access the printer driver through an application‘s
Print command or directly through the Printers folder/program
group in your operating system. Be aware that settings you make
in your application overide other settings. See “Making Printer
Driver Settings,” Chapter 3, for more information.
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OneTouch Modes
Use the OneTouch modes on the printer control panel to make
printer settings when you cannot make a setting in your
application software. The OneTouch modes are the easiest way to
make several basic settings from the printer’s control panel;
however, your software application and printer driver in some
cases override these settings. See “Using the OneTouch Modes” on
page 6-20 for more information.
SelecType
Use the SelecType buttons and display on the printer control panel
to make printer settings when you cannot make a setting in your
application software. SelecType has more detailed options than the
OneTouch modes but may be slower depending on the settings
you make. See “Using SelecType,” Chapter 6, for more
information.
Remote Control Panel utility
Use the Remote Control Panel utility when the printer is not easily
accessible and you want to make SelecType settings. This utility
allows you to make SelecType settings from your computer. It
only works in DOS. See “Using the Remote Control Panel Utility,”
Chapter 5, for more information.
Safety Information
Laser safety
This printer is certified as a Class 1 laser product under the U.S.
Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Radiation
Performance Standard according to the Radiation Control for
Health and Safety Act of 1968. This means that the printer does
not produce hazardous laser radiation.
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Since radiation emitted by the laser is completely confined within
protective housings and external covers, the laser beam cannot
escape from the machine during any phase of user operation.
For European users
United Kingdom
The EPL-N1200 is a page printer which utilizes a semiconductor
laser.
There is no possibility of danger from the laser, provided the
printer is operated according to the instructions in the guides
provided.
Since radiation emitted by the laser is completely confined within
protective housings, the laser beam cannot escape from the
machine during any phase of user operation.
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Warning:
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures
other than those specified in this guide, may result in
hazardous radiation exposure.
This is a semiconductor laser. The maximum power of the laser
diode is 5.0 × 10-4 W and the wavelength is 780 ± 20 nm.
Denmark
Advarsel
Usynlig laserstråling ved åbning, når sikkerhedsafbrydere er ude
af funktion. Undgå udsættelse for stråling.
Klasse 1 laser produkt der opfylder IEC825 sikkerheds kravene.
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Finland and Sweden
EPL-N1200 on lasertoiminen sivukirjoitin. Laserista ei aiheudu
käyttäjälle vaaraa, kun kirjoitinta käytetään käyttöohjeiden
mukaisesti.
Laserin aiheuttama säteily jää kokonaisuudessaan
suojarakenteiden sisäpuolelle, eikä lasersäde pääse laitteen
ulkopuolelle sit käytettäessä.
VAROITUS!
Laitteen käyttäminen muulla kuin tässä käyttöohjeessa mainitulla
tavalla saattaa altistaa käyttäjän turvallisuusluokan 1 ylittävälle
näkymättömälle lasersäteilylle.
VARNING!
Om apparaten används på annat sätt än i denna bruksanvisning
specificerats, kan användaren utsättas för osynlig laserstrålning,
som överskrider gränsen för laser
klass 1.
LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE
KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT
Kirjoittimen taakse kuvan osoitamiin paikkoihin on kiinnitetty
tarrat, jotka osoittavat, että kirjoitin on B.S.7192 ja IEC
825-määräysten mukainen luokan 1 laserlaite. Jos kirjoittimen
kuori poistetaan, näkyviin tulee kolmas, alla oleva tarra.
Norway
Advarsel
Dersom apparatet brukes på annen måte enn spesifisert i denne
bruksanvisning, kan brukeren utsettes for unsynlig laserstråling
som overskrider grensen for laser klasse 1.
Dette er en halvleder laser. Maksimal effeckt til laserdiode er
5.0 × 10- 4 W og bolgelengde er 780 ± 20 nm.
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CDRH regulations
The Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) of the
U.S. Food and Drug Administration implemented regulations for
laser products on August 2, 1976. Compliance is mandatory for
products marketed in the United States. The label shown below
indicates compliance with the CDRH regulations and must be
attached to laser products marketed in the United States.
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Laser safety labels
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Use of controls, adjustments, or performance of procedures
other than those specified in this guide may result in
hazardous radiation exposure.
Your printer is a Class 1 laser product as defined in IEC 825
specifications. The label shown below is attached in countries
where required.
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Internal laser radiation
Max. Radiation Power
5.0 × 10 - 4 W
Wave Length
780 ± 20 nm
This is a Class IIIb Laser Diode Assembly that has an invisible
laser beam. The printer head unit is NOT A FIELD SERVICE
ITEM. Therefore, the printer head unit should not be opened
under any circumstances.
For Denmark, Finland, Sweden, and Norway users
An additional laser warning label is affixed to the inside of the
printer, as shown below.
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Ozone safety
Ozone emission
Ozone gas is generated by laser printers as a by-product of the
printing process. Ozone is produced only when the printer is
printing.
Ozone exposure limit
The recommended exposure limit for ozone is 0.1 parts per million
(ppm) expressed as an average time-weighted concentration over
an eight (8) hour period.
The EPL-N1200 laser printer generates <0.01ppm for 8 hours of
continuous printing when considering a closed room of
approximately 1000 cu ft (8’ × 10 ’ × 12 ’).
Minimize the risk
To minimize the risk of exposure to ozone, you should avoid the
following conditions:
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Use of multiple laser printers in a confined area (see above)
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Operation in conditions of extremely low humidity
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Poor room ventilation
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Long, continuous printing together with any of the above
Printer location
The printer should be located so that the exhaust gases and heat
generated are:
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Not blown directly into the user’s face
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Vented directly out of the building whenever possible
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Laser Printer Precautions
This printer uses laser technology. The following list of
precautions applies whenever you open the printer cover.
Even if you are familiar with other types of printers, be sure
to follow these precautions carefully to ensure safe, efficient
operation.
❏
Be careful not to touch the fuser, which is marked CAUTION
HOT SURFACE. If the printer has been in use, the fuser can be
very hot.
CAUTION HOT SURFACE ATENCION EXTERIOR CALIENTE
VORSICHT HEISS ATTENTION SURFACE CHAUDE
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Avoid touching the components inside the printer unless
instructed to do so in this guide.
❏
Never force the printer’s components into place. Although the
printer is designed to be sturdy, rough handling can damage it.
❏
Be sure not to scratch the surface of the drum. When you
remove the imaging cartridge from the printer, always set the
unit on a clean, smooth surface. Also, avoid touching the
drum, since oils from your skin can permanently damage its
surface and may affect print quality.
❏
Do not turn the cartridge upside down or stand it on its sides.
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Protect the light-sensitive drum from exposure to light. Avoid
exposing the imaging cartridge to room light any longer than
necessary. Do not open the drum’s protective cover.
Overexposing the drum may cause abnormally dark or light
areas to appear on the printed page and reduce the service life
of the drum.
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When handling the cartridge, always set it on a clean, smooth
surface.
❏
Do not attempt to modify or take apart the cartridge. It cannot
be refilled.
❏
Try not to touch the toner and avoid all contact with
your eyes.
❏
Do not use a cartridge for at least one hour after moving it
from a cool to a warm environment.
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Avoid touching the glass in front of the laser beam; otherwise,
print quality may decline.
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To get the best print quality, do not store the imaging cartridge in
an area subject to direct sunlight, dust, salty air, or corrosive gasses
(such as ammonia). Avoid locations subject to high temperatures
or humidity or abrupt changes in temperature or humidity. Also,
be sure to keep the consumable components out of the reach of
children.
Hinweis:
Die Geräteanschlußleitung muß den einshlägigen Normen genügen.
Es muß eine dreiadrige Leitung verwendet werden.
Die Anshlußleitung darf nicht leichter als H05VV-F order H05VVH2-F
sein.
Maschinenlärminformations-Verordnung-3. GSGV, 18. 01. 1991: Der
arbeitsplatzbezogene schalldruckpegel beträgt 70 dB (A) oder weniger
gemäß ISO 7779.
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Important Safety Instructions
Read all of these instructions before operating your printer.
❏
Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the printer.
❏
Unplug this printer from the wall outlet before cleaning.
Use a damp cloth for cleaning and do not use liquid or aerosol
cleaners.
❏
Do not use this printer near water.
❏
Do not place the printer on an unstable cart, stand, or table.
❏
Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are
provided for ventilation. Do not block or cover them. Do not
put the printer on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface or
in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is provided.
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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.
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If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your
electrician to replace your obsolete outlet.
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Do not put your printer where the cord will be walked on.
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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 ampere rating. Also,
make sure that the total of all products plugged into the wall
outlet does not exceed 15 amperes.
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Never push objects of any kind through cabinet slots as they
may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that
could result in a risk of fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid
of any kind on the printer.
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Except as specifically explained in this guide, do not attempt
to service this product yourself. Opening or removing those
covers that are marked “Do Not Remove” may expose you to
dangerous voltage points or other risks. Refer all servicing in
those compartments to service personnel.
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Unplug this printer from the wall outlet and refer servicing to
qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
A. When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
B. If liquid has been spilled into it.
C. If it has been exposed to rain or water.
D. 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 product 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.
For United Kingdom Users
Use of options
Epson (UK) Limited shall not be liable against any damages or
problems arising from the use of any options or consumable
products other than those designated as Original EPSON Products
or EPSON Approved Products by Epson (UK) Limited.
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Safety information
Warning: This appliance must be earthed. Refer to rating plate
for voltage and check that the appliance voltage corresponds to
the supply voltage.
Important: The wires in the mains lead fitted to this appliance are
coloured in accordance with the following code:
Green and yellow—Earth
Blue—Neutral
Brown—Live
If you need to fit a plug:
As the colours of the mains lead of this appliance may not match any
coloured markings used to identify the terminals in a plug, please proceed
as follows:
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The green and yellow wire must be connected to the terminal
in the plug which is marked with the letter E or the Earth
symbol (G).
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The blue wire must be connected to the terminal in the plug
marked with the letter N.
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The brown wire must be connected to the terminal in the plug
marked with the letter L.
If damage occurs to the plug, replace the cord set or consult a
qualified electrician.
Replace fuses only with a fuse of the correct size and rating.
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Warnings must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury.
Cautions must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment.
Notes contain important information and useful tips on the operation of
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Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Loading Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Loading paper for automatic feeding in the MP
(Multi Purpose) Tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Manually loading paper . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Selecting the paper size . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Choosing Paper . .
Labels . . . . . .
Envelopes . . .
Colored paper .
Transparencies
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You can feed paper into your printer from the MP
(Multi Purpose) Tray or from an optional lower paper cassette.
This chapter describes how to
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switch the paper source
print on special media, such as labels or envelopes.
The following section, “Loading Paper,” describes the steps
required to load paper.
Loading Paper
This section covers how you load regular paper using the MP
Tray. To load paper in an optional lower paper cassette, see
page 4-5.
Note:
If the weight of your paper is not between 60 to 90 g/m2
(16 to 24 lb), decrease the number of sheets you load.
Loading paper for automatic feeding in the MP (Multi
Purpose) Tray
This section describes loading a stack of regular paper. For
instructions on loading paper one sheet at a time, see
“Manually loading paper” on page 1-4.
You can load up to 250 sheets of paper in the MP Tray.
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1. Open the front cover.
2. Fan a stack of paper and tap the edges of the stack on a flat
surface to even it up.
3. Adjust the paper guides to match the size of your paper.
Load the stack of paper into the MP Tray with the printable
side up.
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5. Slide the paper stopper to match the size of your paper.
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Manually loading paper
Manually loading paper is useful when you want to check the
print quality after each page is printed.
You can manually load paper ranging in size from 92 × 148.5
mm (3.6 × 6 inches) to 216 × 356 mm (8.5 × 14 inches). You can
also load up to 10 envelopes in the MP Tray.
Note:
Because thickness and surface characteristics are especially important
for envelopes, test a sample for print quality and proper feeding before
you buy a large number of envelopes.
This loading procedure is almost the same as the procedure for
automatic paper feeding, except you load paper sheet-by-sheet
in the MP Tray, send print data to print the first page, and
press the On Line button to print each following page. To load
paper manually, follow the steps below.
1. Access the printer driver menus in one of the following ways:
Note:
If you have not installed the printer driver, see your Getting
Ready! guide for installation instructions.
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For access through your application software, click the
Print or Printer Setup command in the File menu. You
also may need to click Setup, Options, Properties, or a
combination of these buttons.
For direct access through Windows 3.1 and Windows NT,
double-click the Printers icon in the Control Panel dialog
box. Next, click Epson EPL-N1200 in the Installed
Printers list box, and then click the Setup button.
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For direct access through Windows 95, click Start, point to
Settings, and click Printers. Next, right-click the Epson
EPL-N1200 icon and click Properties in the menu that
appears. Be sure to right-click the printer icon.
2. The Print Settings menu appears. Click on the arrow next to
the Paper Source box to see the list of sources available.
Click Manual feed.
3. Click the Paper tab to see the Paper menu. Click the arrow
next to the Paper Size box to see the list of available paper
sizes.
Scroll through this list and click on the paper size that matches
the paper you will load in the printer.
4. Open the front cover. Remove any paper remaining in the
MP Tray.
5. Adjust the paper guides to match the paper size you are
using. Insert a sheet into the MP Tray with the printable
side up, as far as it will go. Close the front cover.
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6. Send a print job from your application. The control panel
display shows Manual Feed and the selected page size.
7. Press On Line to print. A sheet of paper is loaded and printed.
8. Insert another sheet and press On Line again to print the next
page of print data, if necessary. Repeat this step for every
page to be printed.
Selecting the paper size
By default, the printer driver is set up for A4 size paper to be
loaded in the Multi Purpose Tray. If you load paper of a
different size, you may need to change the paper size setting
using one of the following methods.
Using the printer driver:
Choose the paper size in the Print Settings tab, or the Paper tab.
For more information on using the printer driver, see Chapter 3.
Using the Remote Control Panel utility:
Bring up the Remote Control Panel by typing EPRCPO at the
DOS prompt. Select the appropriate emulation from the main
Remote Control Panel window and click the Page Setup
button. Then choose the paper size.
Using the SelecType mode:
For information on changing the paper size in SelecType mode,
see Chapter 6.
Note:
If you want to use a custom-size paper from 92 × 148.5 mm (3.6 × 6
inches) to 216 × 356 mm (8.5 × 14 inches), use the MP Tray and make
the size setting according to one of the following methods.
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Access the printer driver (see Chapter 3), click inside the paper
size box on the paper menu, and type an original name for your
paper. When you finish adjust the Width, Height, and
Measurement Unit settings to match your custom paper, press
the Enter key and your custom paper size will be saved.
Access SelecType mode (see Chapter 6) and set page size to CTM
(custom).
Access the Remote Control Panel utility (see Chapter 5) and set
page size to Custom.
Choosing Paper
Note:
Since the quality of any particular brand or type of paper may be
changed by the manufacturer at any time, EPSON cannot guarantee
the quality of any type of paper. Always test samples of paper stock
before purchasing large quantities or printing large jobs.
You can use many kinds of media including stock paper,
envelopes, labels, and overhead projector transparencies. The
printer feeds most types of media automatically from the MP
Tray. This section describes the paper feed and delivery
choices and how to select and load paper.
The type of paper you use in your printer can affect the quality
of your printed output. The smoother the paper you use, the
smoother and sharper your printing looks.
For best results, store your paper supply in its original
wrapper. Your printout can be marred by moisture absorbed in
the paper. Do not store paper in a humid or damp
environment.
Below are some recommendations for selecting paper and
other print media for the printer.
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Labels
Use only labels designed for laser printers or plain-paper
copiers.
To prevent the adhesive from coming into contact with printer
parts, always use labels that completely cover the backing
sheet so that no gaps occur between the individual labels.
You should test the label sheet for leaking adhesive by pressing
a sheet of paper on top of a sheet of labels. If the paper sticks,
do not use the labels.
Envelopes
Load envelopes with the print surface facing up. The printing
quality on envelopes may be irregular because different parts
of an envelope have different thicknesses. If the printing is too
light, adjust the print density with the printer driver, the
Remote Control Panel utility, or SelecType.
Colored paper
You can use colored paper as long as it meets the weight limits
shown in the paper specifications. Do not, however, use coated
paper (paper to which a clear or colored coating has been
added).
Transparencies
You can use overhead projector transparencies and adhesive
drafting film if they are made for use with plain-paper copiers
or laser printers. Use the MP Tray to print on these materials.
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Understanding Your Printer
The Control Panel
Overview . . .
Display . . . . .
Indicator lights
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This chapter tells you how to:
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Control the printer from your computer
Use the control panel
Getting acquainted with your printer’s control panel may help
you get more from your printer. For more information on the
SelecType settings availabe from the control panel, including
the OneTouch modes, see Chapter 6.
Appendix E shows all SelecType menu categories and options.
It can be used as a guide whenever you use SelecType.
The Control Panel
Overview
The printer control panel gives you easy control over most
common printer operations. The panel is made up of three
elements: a liquid crystal display, indicator lights, and buttons.
The display and indicator lights tell you the current status of
the printer, and you can use the buttons to select printer
settings and functions. However, software settings override
these settings.
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The display shows the following:
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Status messages, such as Warming Up, indicate the printer’s
current status.
Error messages, such as Paper Out, identify maintenance
procedures you must perform or error conditions you need
to correct.
SelecType options, such as Emulation, allow you to control
printer mode, font selection, paper handling, and several
other printer functions.
For solutions to error messages and maintenance information,
see Chapter 7. For full information on SelecType, see Chapter 6.
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Indicator lights
On Line
On when the printer is on line, indicating
the printer can receive and print data.
When the printer is off line, this light is off.
The light flashes as the system switches
between on-line and off-line status.
Form Feed
On when data is received and stored in the
printer’s buffer but not yet printed.
Flashing indicates the printer is processing
data. When no data remains in the printer
buffer (the section of memory reserved for
receiving data), this light is off.
Continue
Flashes when an error is detected or a
maintenance procedure must be
performed. At the same time, an error or
maintenance message appears on the
display.
OneTouch
mode 1
On when the printer is in OneTouch
mode 1. For details on the OneTouch
modes, see page 6-20.
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OneTouch
mode 2
On when the printer is in OneTouch
mode 2. For details on the OneTouch
modes, see page 6-20.
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SelecType
On when the printer is in SelecType mode.
See Chapter 6 for more information.
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Item
Menu
SelecType
Continue
(Reset)
Value
Enter
On Line
Form Feed
On Line
Switches the printer between on line and
off line status.
SelecType
(ALT)
Selects a OneTouch mode or SelecType
mode. Press this button once to enter
OneTouch mode 1. Press this button
again to enter OneTouch mode 2. Press
this button once more to enter SelecType
mode. Pressing this button while in
SelecType mode returns the printer to on
line status. See Chapter 6 for more
information.
ALT + Menu,
Item, Value,
or Enter
Advances the parameter or setting shown
to the next value in each group. If used in
combination with the ALT button in
SelecType mode, it returns the parameter
or setting shown to its previous value.
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Selects the corresponding OneTouch
mode setting listed above this button, or
selects the SelecType menu if in
SelecType mode. Press this button when
the printer is on line to enter SelecType
mode.
Item
Selects the corresponding OneTouch mode
setting listed above this button or selects
the function available within the current
menu after entering the SelecType mode.
Value
Selects the corresponding OneTouch
mode option listed above this button, or
selects the parameter available within the
current item, after entering the Item of the
SelecType mode.
Enter
Selects the corresponding OneTouch
mode option listed above this button, or
accepts the setting currently shown on the
display as a new setting when in
SelecType mode. Press this button two
times when the printer is on line to print
the status sheet.
Form Feed
When the printer is off line and data
remains in the printer’s memory, prints
out the data and clears the buffer.
Continue
(Reset)
Enables the printer to resume printing
after certain maintenance-required
conditions or errors have been cleared. If
the Continue light is flashing, read the
status or error message on the display
and correct the problem as described in
Chapter 7. If used in combination with
the ALT button, the printer is reset.
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Chapter 3
Making Printer Driver Settings
Using the Printer Driver . . . . . . . . . . . .
Understanding the required settings . . .
Accessing the driver menus . . . . . . . .
How to Make settings on the menus . . .
Saving settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Deleting settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Restoring the driver default settings . . .
Getting help from the printer driver . . .
Exiting the printer driver . . . . . . . . .
Accessing the Font Manager window . .
Accessing the Softtray Manager window
Accessing the Overlay Manager window
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Paper menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Adding fonts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Deleting fonts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Copying and moving fonts to another printer port
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Overlay Manager Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-27
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This chapter describes the available settings for your
Microsoft® Windows® printer driver. For information on
installing the printer driver and making basic settings, see the
Getting Ready! guide that came with your printer.
A printer driver is a custom-designed program that works with
the software on your computer to send codes that run (or
“drive”) your printer. These software codes select the graphic
resolution, orientation, copies, and other features of the
document you are printing.
Using the Printer Driver
Printer driver settings are divided among four menus that are
identified by the tabs on the tops of the menus: Print Settings,
Paper, Printer SelecType, and Printer Options. Each menu has
a variety of settings that affect printing as described in “Driver
Setting Descriptions” on page 3-7.
The Driver Settings window, shown below, contains all the
settings you can make through the driver.
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Understanding the required settings
Before printing, you must make a few required settings. These
are listed below. Choose the settings to match your document
requirements. For more detailed information, see “Driver
Setting Descriptions” on page 3-7.
Print Settings Menu
Graphic
Resolution
Sets the degree of detail in your printout.
The numbers stand for the horizontal and
vertical dots per inch (dpi). The higher the
numbers, the more detailed the printout.
Halftone
Sets the pattern, or method, your printer
uses to print graphics. This is also called
grayscale.
Paper Format
Indicates the size of the paper to be printed.
Paper Source
Tells the printer which tray to take paper
from.
Orientation
Sets the direction of printing on the page,
portrait or landscape. This page is portrait.
Copies
Sets the number of copies to be printed.
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Accessing the driver menus
Printer driver menus contain organized groups of print
options. There are three ways to access the driver menus,
choose the one that best suits your needs.
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For access through your application software, click the Print
or Printer Setup command in the File menu. You also may
need to click Setup, Options, Properties, or a combination
of these buttons.
For direct access through Windows 3.1 and Windows NT,
double-click the Printers icon in the Control Panel dialog
box. Next, click Epson EPL-N1200 in the Installed Printers
list box, and then click the Setup button.
For direct access through Windows 95, click Start, point to
Settings, and click Printers. Next, right-click the Epson
EPL-N1200 icon and click Properties in the menu that
appears. Be sure to right-click the printer icon. Select the
Details tab at the top of the window, and then click the
Setup button.
When you access the Driver Settings window, the Print
Settings menu appears. To bring another menu to the front of
the window, click the tab for that menu near the top of the
screen.
How to Make settings on the menus
You can make settings in any of the following ways:
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Click the check box.
Click the scroll box on the scroll bar and drag it.
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Click on the pointer to open a drop-down list, and then
highlight an item on the list to select it.
Click the text box, then enter a number or text.
Hold down the Alt key and type the underlined character
representing the setting.
If you need more information, see your Windows User’s Guide.
Saving settings
When you have selected the settings you want and you’re
ready to print, click the OK button. This exits you from the
driver setup and saves your selections. Your settings stay in
effect until you make additional changes and choose the OK
button again.
If you want to save your new settings, after making the choices
you want, type a unique name for the new settings in the
Default box on the Print Settings menu and click OK. Then
when you are ready to print, open the Default drop-down list
by clicking the arrow next to the Default box and select the
name of the settings you want to make.
Deleting settings
If you decide you want to delete your settings, select the name
of the settings that you want to delete in the Default box on the
Print Settings menu and click the Delete button.
Restoring the driver default settings
If you decide you want to use the original factory settings,
select Driver default in the Default drop-down list.
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Getting help from the printer driver
If you are ever unsure about the meaning or purpose of an item
in a window, do one of the following:
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Hold the mouse pointer over an item in the window for a
couple of seconds. A short description of that item appears.
Click the Help button. This displays help information for
the current window.
Exiting the printer driver
There are two ways to exit the Driver Settings window:
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Click the OK button at the bottom of the window to save all
the settings you made and exit the printer driver.
Click the Cancel button to ignore all the current changes
you made and exit the printer driver.
Accessing the Font Manager window
Click the Fonts button at the bottom of the Driver Settings
window to access the Font Manager window. See page 3-17 for
more detailed information about the Font Manager.
Accessing the Softtray Manager window
Click the Overlays button at the bottom of the Driver Settings
window to access the Softtray Manager window. See page 3-25
for more information about the Softtray Manager.
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Accessing the Overlay Manager window
Click the Overlays button at the bottom of the Driver Settings
window to access the Softtray Manager window. Then click the
Manage Overlays button on the Overlay menu to display the
Overlay Manager. See page 3-27 for more information about
the Overlay Manager.
Driver Setting Descriptions
This section describes the settings you can make with the
printer driver and provides a general overview of each menu.
Printer Settings menu
Use this menu to select general print settings. When you access
the Driver Settings window, the Print Settings menu appears
by default.
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Graphics Resolution
Use this drop-down list to select the resolution you want to
use for printing graphics. However, your choices for
graphics resolution depend on your selection from the
Device Resolution drop-down list in the Printer SelecType
menu. If you set Device Resolution to High (600 dpi), you
can choose 600 × 600 dpi, 300 × 300 dpi, or 150 × 150 dpi
in the Graphics Resolution list. If you set the Device
Resolution to Low (300 dpi), you can choose 300 × 300
dpi, 150 × 150 dpi or 75 × 75 dpi from the Graphics
Resolution list.
Halftone
Use this drop-down list to select a halftoning method when
printing graphics. The following settings are available in
this list.
Dithering
This method uses the standard Windows dithering
patterns, and is the one you should normally select.
Screening (default)
This method controls color intensity by using variable dot
sizes. It is similar to the rastering method used to produce
newspaper images. You should use this method for
scanned images, for bitmap printing, or when your output
will be photocopied.
Error Diffusion
You should use this method for photographic images or
equivalent drawings. This setting is not available if you
select EPSON GL/2 in the Graphics Mode drop-down list
in the Printer SelecType menu.
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Paper Format
Use this drop-down list to select the paper size you have
loaded in the current paper source. See the section below
for more information. The illustration next to the list
changes according to the paper size you select. Your
choices are:
A4
Envelope C6
A5
Letter
Executive
Legal
International B5
JIS B5 Paper
Envelope DL
Commercial-10
Monarch
C5
US half
Government Legal
Government Letter
F4
210 × 297 mm
114 × 162 mm
148 × 210 mm
8.5 × 11 inches
7.25 × 10.5 inches
8.5 × 14 inches
176 × 250 mm
6.36 × 9.02 inches
Paper Source
Use this drop-down list to select the paper source. The usual
selections available in this list are: Multi Purpose Tray
(default), Manual feed, and Auto. However, if you install
the optional lower paper cassette and select Lower paper
cassette or 2 Lower paper cassettes in the Feeder
drop-down list of the Printer Options tab, your choice of
paper sources will be: Lower Cassette [2 or 1] or
MP/Lower Cassette [2 or 1].
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Orientation
Use this drop-down list to select the orientation: either Portrait
(default) or Landscape.
Copies
Use the scroll arrows or click the text box and enter a number
using your keyboard to specify the number of copies you
want. You can enter from 1 to 999.
Paper menu
Use this menu to select duplex (double-sided) printing, paper
size, and printable area.
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Duplexing
Use this drop-down list to select the duplex mode for
double-sided printing. The selections available in this list
are: Duplex OFF (default), Top Binding, and Left Binding.
Top Binding is useful to bind the printout at the top, while
Left Binding is useful for binding on the left side.
Duplexing tells the printer to print every other page; then,
after you flip over and reinsert the pages, the printer prints
the alternate pages on the back of the previously printed
pages.
Paper Size
Use this drop-down list to select a paper size for printing.
You can use any of the standard paper sizes that are
automatically listed by the printer driver, or you can edit
the list to create your own selection of paper sizes.
For more information on how to create your own selection,
see “Adding a new size to the Paper Size list” on page 3-12.
Remove
Click this button to delete the paper size that is selected in the
Paper Size list. You can use this button to shorten the list to
contain only the paper sizes you need.
Restore
Click this button to restore the Paper Size list so it includes all
of the preset paper sizes.
Size
The two boxes in this block show the vertical and horizontal
dimensions of the paper selected in the Paper Size list. You
can also input values into these boxes to change the
dimensions.
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Measurement Unit
Use this drop-down list to select the unit of measurement
you want to use. The settings available in this list are:
cm (default), inch, Pixel, Pica, Point.
As soon as you change the measurement unit, the values
in the Size block change automatically to match.
Adding a new size to the Paper Size list
Use the following procedure to specify a custom paper size of
your own and add it to the Paper Size list.
1. In the Driver Settings window, click the Paper tab.
2. Move the cursor over the Paper Size box, click once, and
input the name of the paper size.
3. Use the Measurement Unit drop-down list to specify the unit
of measurement you want to use.
4. Click on the dimension boxes in the Size block and input
values for the horizontal and vertical dimensions of the
paper you are adding.
5. Click the OK button at the bottom of the window to save the
new paper size.
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Printer SelecType menu
Use this menu to set resolution, toner usage, power
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Graphics Mode
Use this drop-down list to select a graphics mode. The
selections available in this list are: Raster - internal Fonts,
EPSON GL/2, and Pure Raster.
Device Resolution
Use this drop-down list to select device resolution. The
available settings are: High (600 dpi) (default) and Low
(300 dpi). For information on how these settings affect
your printout, see “Graphics Resolution” on page 3-8.
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RITech
Use this drop-down list to select the RITech (Resolution
Improvement Technology) setting you want to use. The
settings available in this list are: Dark, Medium (default),
Light, Off. For normal printing, the default is sufficient.
Density
Adjust the print density to make the printout darker or
lighter. The settings available in this list are: Darkest, Dark,
Medium (default), Light, and Lightest.
Show all font names
When this checkbox is selected, EPSON fonts are added to
your application’s font lists. If you deselect this option, the
printer’s internal fonts will not be displayed in the font list.
BiDi Mode
Use this drop-down list to enable the bidirectional interface
to send printer status back to the PC. Leave the default
value set to “Bidi OFF” if your system hangs when you try
to print.
Time-out
Use this drop-down list to specify how long the printer should
wait for data before terminating the current print job. You
can specify a time as short as 5 seconds or as long as 300
seconds.
Toner Save Mode
Use this drop-down list to switch the Toner Save Mode on and
off. When the Toner Save Mode is switched on, the printer
consumes less toner but print quality is reduced.
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Low Power Consumption
When Low Power Consumption is turned on, the printer goes
into a standby mode after being idle for 30 minutes. It takes
about 60 seconds for the printer to warm up again.
Auto Continue
Use this drop-down list to switch Auto Continue on and
off. This permits the printer to automatically recover from
a print overrun or insufficient memory error. The printer
then continues printing after a wait of five seconds.
When Auto Continue is off, you must press the button on
the printer control panel to resume printing. In most cases,
leave Auto Continue off so you are aware of the error
messages and can make the necessary corrections. You
might want to set Auto Continue on when printing long jobs
or when you are away from the printer for long periods.
Printer Options menu
Use this menu to set printer options such as available memory
and paper source.
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Memory
Use this drop-down list to check the amount of memory
installed in your printer.
Page Protect
Use this list to make use of the Page Protect function. This
allows you to allocate additional printer memory for
printing data, as opposed to receiving it. You may need to
use Page Protect if you are printing a highly complex page
and do not have sufficient memory. If a memory error
occurs, change the setting to ON and reprint your data.
This reduces the amount of memory reserved for receiving
data so your computer may take longer to send the print
job, but it will allow you to print complex jobs. Page Protect
usually works best if set to Auto. You will need to increase
your printer’s memory if memory errors continue to occur.
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Changing the Page Protect setting reconfigures the printer’s
memory which causes any downloaded fonts to be erased.
Image Optimum
Use this drop-down list to reduce the amount of graphics data
when the data reaches the memory limit, allowing complex
documents to be printed. When this mode is on, the
graphics quality is reduced. The options are: OFF, ON, and
Auto.
Feeder
Use this drop-down list to select the feeder. The selections
available in this list are: Standard (default), Lower Paper
Cassette, and 2 Lower Paper Cassette.
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Not available with this printer.
Advanced...
Click here to print a status sheet or a font sample.
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The Font Manager window handles the installation and all
administration of printer fonts. Fonts of various formats can be
added, deleted, and copied using this window. You can also
specify whether the font being installed is temporary or
permanent.
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Installed Fonts
This list shows all the fonts that are already installed. Fonts
whose names are marked with a check are permanent.
Whenever you highlight a font name in this list, the font’s
format, character set, name, and other information appear
in the status line.
Use the procedure described under “Adding fonts” on page
3-20 to install fonts and add their names to the Installed
Fonts list.
Available Fonts
This list is next to the Installed Fonts list and shows all fonts
that are currently available for installation. Each font name
includes an icon or abbreviation that indicates the format of
that font. Whenever you select a font by highlighting its
name in this list, the font’s format, character set, name, and
other information appear in the status line.
Delete
Click this button to delete (de-install) the font whose name is
highlighted in the Installed Fonts list.
Edit Font
Click this button to display the Edit Font window to edit the
highlighted font in the Installed Fonts list. You can use the
Edit Font window to change the name of the font, the font
description, and ID.
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Temporary/Permanent
Click on these radio buttons to specify whether the font
selected in the Installed Fonts list is temporary or
permanent. Permanent fonts remain in printer memory
until power is switched off. Temporary fonts must be
downloaded to the printer for each print job.
Add Fonts
Click this button to open the Add Fonts window. Use this
window to select the drive and directory that contains the
fonts you want to add. For details on using this window,
see “Adding fonts” on page 3-20.
After selecting the directory that contains the fonts you want
to add, click OK to return to the Font Manager window.
The names of the fonts contained in the directory you
selected will appear in the Available Fonts list.
You can also exit the Add Fonts window by clicking Cancel.
This returns you to the Font Manager window.
Copy Port
Click this button to open the Copy Port window. Use this
window to copy or move installed fonts to another printer
port. For details on using this window, see “Copying and
moving fonts to another printer port” on page 3-23.
Exit
Click this button to exit the Font Manager window and return
to the Driver Settings window.
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Adding fonts
Use the following procedure to install soft (downloadable)
fonts. You can also specify certain fonts as being permanent,
which means they are kept in printer memory until power is
switched off.
1. Open the Font Manager window.
2. Click Add Fonts.
Initially, the list in the Add Fonts window contains drive
names.
3. Select the drive that contains the fonts you want to add by
double-clicking on its drive name, or by highlighting the
drive name and then clicking OK.
The list changes to show all of the directories contained on the
drive you selected, in addition to the drive names.
4. Choose the name of the directory that contains the fonts you
want to add and highlight its name in the list.
To open a directory, double-click on the directory name, or
highlight the directory name and then click OK.
The directory name followed by [..] on the list indicates the
previous directory. By selecting [..], you can backstep
through the directories.
5. After you highlight the name of the directory that contains
the fonts you want to add, click OK to return to the Font
Manager window.
The names of the fonts contained in the directory you selected
using the Add Fonts window are shown in the Available
Fonts list.
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6. Select the fonts you want to install by highlighting their
names in the Available Fonts list.
As soon as you highlight a font name, the arrow button
between the two lists points to the left, indicating the fonts
will be transferred to the Installed Fonts list.
7. After selecting all of the fonts you want to install, click on the
left-pointing arrow button to begin the installation.
The fonts are copied into a directory named PCLFNT, which
is created by the Font Manager. If you want to use a
different directory name, specify the name you want to use
before clicking OK.
8. Now you can specify permanent fonts (fonts that stay in
printer memory until you switch power off). Select a font
name in the Installed Fonts list by highlighting its name,
and click on the Permanent radio button.
Note:
You must specify permanent fonts one-by-one. If you select more
than one font name in the Installed Fonts list, the Temporary
and Permanent radio buttons will become dimmed on the
display (which indicates they cannot be used). If you want to
make more than one font permanent, you must repeat the above
step as many times as necessary. Permanently installed fonts
may make printing quicker, but they also reduce the amount of
memory available for printing graphics and complex pages.
9. After you finish installing the fonts, click Exit to return to
the Driver Settings window.
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Deleting fonts
The following procedure deletes fonts from printer memory. It
also gives you the option of deleting the font file from the
temporary file on your computer’s hard disk. Unless you plan
to use a font later, it is a good idea to remove it from the hard
disk to free up storage space.
1. Open the Font Manager window.
2. Select the font you want to delete by highlighting its name in
the Installed Fonts list.
3. After selecting the font, click Delete.
A message appears asking if you want to delete the selected
font from your computer’s hard disk.
4. Click Yes to delete the selected font from both printer
memory and your computer’s hard disk.
Selecting No deletes the selected font from printer memory but
leaves it on the hard disk. The font name will not appear in
any menus, but the font will continue to take up hard disk
space.
5. After you finish deleting the font, click Exit to return to the
Driver Settings window.
Note:
The above delete operation does not remove factory default fonts from
printer memory.
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Changing a font name
This feature comes in handy when you want to add a font that
has the same name as an already installed font. You should
change the name of the installed font before adding the new
one.
1. Click the Fonts button at the bottom of the Driver Settings
window to open the Font Manager window.
2. Select the font whose name you want to change by
highlighting its name in the Installed Fonts list.
3. After selecting the font, click Edit Font.
4. Type in the new name for the selected font in the window
that appears.
5. After typing in the new name, click OK.
The new name appears in the Font Manager’s Installed Fonts
list and in all Windows applications.
6. After you finish renaming the font, click Exit to return to the
Driver Settings window.
Copying and moving fonts to another printer port
Use the following procedure to copy or move installed fonts to
another printer port when you are using more than one
EPSON printer or if you change the port to which your printer
is connected.
1. Click the Fonts button at the bottom of the Driver Settings
window to open the Font Manager window.
2. Click Copy Port.
A window appears with a list of ports.
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3. Select the port to which you want to copy or move the fonts
by highlighting the port name in the list.
4. After selecting a port name, click OK to return to the Font
Manager window.
Move and Copy buttons have been added. Also, the Copy
Port button is now a Close Port button.
You can use the Close Port button to abort the font copy/move
operation at any time.
5. Select the fonts you want to copy or move by highlighting
their names in the Installed Fonts list.
6. After selecting the fonts, click Move or Copy.
Clicking Move causes the fonts to be moved to the list on the
right for the port you selected. The move operation deletes
the fonts from the Installed Fonts list.
Clicking Copy causes the fonts to be copied to the list on the
right for the port you selected. The copy operation leaves
the fonts in the Installed Fonts list.
7. After you finish copying or moving the fonts, click Exit to
return to the Driver Settings window.
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Softtray Manager Window
If your application program does not include a softtray
management function, use the Softtray Manager window to
merge your document files with a previously defined overlay
and assign the overlay to specified pages of the document.
The button functions for this window are described below.
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If your application software has a Header/Footer function, use that
instead of Softtray Manager and Overlay Manager.
Manage Overlays
Click this button to switch to the Overlay Manager window.
Zoom
Click this button to show a full-page preview of the selected
page.
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Delete
Click this button to delete an overlay.
Exit
Click this button to close the Softtray Manager window and
return to the previous window.
Creating a softtray
After creating an overlay, follow these steps to create and
assign a softtray. See the next section for details about overlays.
1. In the Driver Settings window, click the Overlays button;
you see the Overlay menu of Softtray Manager.
2. Click on the page or pages (represented by page icons) that
you want the overlay to print on. If you want to assign the
overlay to print on a range of pages, click on the Options
tab and then enter the desired values in the Start with page
or Page range from 1 to option boxes.
3. Click the Overlay tab. From the list of available overlays
above the page icons, select the overlay you want.
4. Open the Active Softtray list by clicking the arrow next to it.
5. Choose a softtray from this list or assign a unique name to the
softtray by entering text in the box.
6. Click Exit.
All subsequent documents will be printed with this softtray.
To stop overlay printing, open the printer driver and
deselect the overlay. You can always delete previously
defined softtrays and overlays.
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Overlay Manager Window
The Overlay Manager window lets you define, create, and
manage overlays. Overlays are stored on the hard disk of your
computer, and make it possible to include company logos,
forms, and other types of overlays in a printed document. You
can assign previously defined overlays to specific pages with
the Softtray Manager. The Overlay Manager also lets you
assign one overlay to different softtrays.
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Creating an overlay
To create an overlay, follow these steps:
1. From the Driver Settings window, click the Overlays button.
2. Click the Manage Overlays button. Then the Overlay
Manager window appears.
3. Make sure the Create menu is selected, then input a name for
the overlay you want to define in the Description box.
4. Click Create.
5. If you are using the Overlay Manager or Softtray Manager
for the first time, a dialog box appears showing you the
name of the default overlay directory. Click OK to save
your overlay in the default directory.
If you want to store your overlay in a different directory, click
Cancel and then input the entire path to the directory in
the Description box. Make sure the Capture Printout radio
button is checked. Next, click Create.
6. In the dialog box that appears, click OK. The next file you
send to the printer from an application program, such as
Windows Write or Notepad, will be saved as the overlay
using the name you entered earlier. If you want to stop the
procedure, click Cancel.
7. Exit the printer driver and open the application that you will
use to create the overlay.
8. Print the file that you want to save as the overlay. It is
possible to save any kind of file as an overlay. When
printing starts, a message appears telling you the overlay
was programmed successfully.
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Deleting an overlay
To delete an overlay, follow these steps:
1. Click the Edit/Delete tab in the Overlay Manager window.
2. Use the Available Overlays list to select the overlay that you
want to delete.
3. Click Delete.
4. Click Yes in the dialog box that appears to delete the
highlighted overlay.
Note:
If you check the Delete Overlays from disk radio box and you click the
Delete button, the highlighted overlay will be deleted from your
hard disk.
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500-Sheet Lower Paper Cassette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
Installing the lower paper cassette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
Loading paper into the 500-sheet lower paper cassette . . . 4-5
Memory Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7
Installing a memory module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7
Removing a memory module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-11
ROM Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-11
Optional Interfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-12
Installing the LocalTalk/Serial module . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-13
Installing an optional interface card . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-15
Using the Serial Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-17
Using the serial interface utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-19
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Printer Options
You can add to your printer’s capabilities by installing any of
the following options:
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500-Sheet Lower Paper Cassette (C81262✽: A4, C81263✽:
Letter) increases paper feeding capacity. Each cassette can
hold up to 500 sheets of one kind of paper: A4 or Letter.
You can’t switch back and forth between paper sizes in one
cassette. However, you can use up to two optional cassettes
at the same time. See page 4-3.
Note:
The asterisk (✽) is a substitute for the last digit of the product
number, which varies by country.
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EpsonScript Level 2 ROM module (C83219✽) generates
crisp PostScript output. See page 4-11.
Optional memory modules expand your printer’s memory.
See page 4-7.
Optional interface cards and modules provide a link that
enables you to use the EPL-N1200 with a Macintosh,
LocalTalk network, IBM mainframe, and so on. See page
4-12.
If you purchased your printer and options at the same time,
first set up the printer and run the print test by following the
instructions in the Getting Ready! guide. Then install the
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Before installing an option, carefully read the manual that
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500-Sheet Lower Paper Cassette
The optional lower paper cassette gives you a second paper
source, in addition to the MP Tray. You can install up to 2
optional cassettes (for a maximum of 1,250 sheets loaded in the
printer, including the MP Tray). This section describes how to
install the cassette and load paper.
Installing the lower paper cassette
1. Turn off the printer.
2. Unplug the printer’s power cord from the electrical outlet
and from the printer.
3. Remove all interface cables from the interface connectors.
4. Lift the printer. Make sure the printer and cassette are facing
the same way. Align the pins on the cassette with the holes
on the bottom of the printer, and then lower the printer
until it rests securely on the cassette.
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❏ The printer is heavy, so you may need to have someone help
you lift it.
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If you are installing the second optional cassette, lift the
printer off the first cassette, fit one cassette on top of the
other, and replace the printer as described above.
5. Reconnect any interface cables you removed.
6. Make sure the power is turned off and then plug the power
cord into the printer and into an electrical outlet.
7. Turn on the printer.
To confirm that the lower paper cassette is installed correctly,
print a status sheet. If the cassette is not listed on the status
sheet, try reinstalling it.
Be sure to select the paper source in your application program.
Since the selection method varies from application to
application, see your software documentation for more
information.
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Loading paper into the 500-sheet lower paper
cassette
1. Pull out the paper tray from the paper cassette.
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3. Fan a stack of paper and tap it on a flat surface to even the
edges. Insert the paper face-up into the tray.
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4. Replace the paper tray in the paper cassette.
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Memory Modules
By installing a Single In-line Memory Module (SIMM) in both
open slots, you can increase printer memory up to 64 MB. You
may want to add additional memory if you are having
difficulty printing complex, graphics-intensive pages or if you
regularly use numerous downloaded fonts.
You can purchase SIMMs from various vendors. Be sure the
SIMM you purchase meets the following requirements:
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Capacity of 1, 2, 4, 8, 16, or 32 MB
Access speed of 70ns or less
Dimensions within 108 mm (4.25 inches) × 39 mm
(1.53 inches), with a thickness of 10 mm (0.4 inch)
Installing a memory module
1. Turn off the printer.
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To avoid electrical shock, do not attempt to install a SIMM
unless the printer is turned off.
2. Unplug the power cable from the electrical outlet.
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3. Facing the back of the printer, remove the four screws that
secure the interface bracket.
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4. Pull the tab on the bracket to release the controller board, as
shown below.
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Avoid touching the electrical components that are exposed.
They may be very hot if the printer has been used recently.
5. Place the controller board on a clean, stable surface.
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6. Locate the two memory module slots as shown below.
ROM SLOT
RAM SLOT
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7. Insert the SIMM module into either RAM SLOT (CN1,CN6),
making sure the pin numbers of the slot and the SIMM
match, either 1 or 72.
Note:
You can insert the SIMM module in either RAM slot.
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8. Press the module in firmly until it clicks into place. Do not
apply too much force.
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9. With the component side of the controller board facing the
outside of the printer, fit it on the top and bottom guide
rails.
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10. Slide the controller board into the printer. Press it firmly on
both sides of the bracket to lock the board into place. If the
controller board does not fit smoothly into the printer, do
not force it. Remove it and make sure the edges fit properly
into the grooves inside the slot.
11. Secure the interface bracket with the four retaining screws
that you removed earlier.
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Removing a memory module
1. Perform steps 1 through 6 in the previous section to access
the printer’s SIMM socket.
2. Pull the metal clips on each side of the SIMM socket outward
to release the memory module.
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3. Grasp both sides of the SIMM and pull it out as shown above.
4. Follow steps 9 through 12 in the previous section to complete
the procedure.
ROM Module
You can install the EpsonScript Level 2 module (C83219✽)
using the same basic steps as those used to install the memory
module. See “Installing a memory module” for installation
instructions. However, this must be installed in the ROM SLOT
rather than in the RAM SLOT.
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Optional Interfaces
This section describes how to install the LocalTalk/Serial
modules and optional interface cards listed below.
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To add a serial or parallel interface to your printer, use one
of the following:
LocalTalk/Serial module
32 KB Serial Interface Card
32 KB Parallel Interface Card
C82334✽
C82307✽
C82310✽
The LocalTalk/Serial module provides your printer with either
an RS-232C or current loop serial connection.
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To add a direct connection to an IBM mini or mainframe
system, use one of the following:
Coax Interface Card
Twinax Interface Card
C82314✽
C82315✽
The coax and twinax connectors each contain a parallel
interface. Since the printer’s built-in parallel interface remains
active, this gives you three parallel interfaces and a coax or
twinax interface. Print jobs can be sent to any connection, and
the printer automatically switches between the active ports.
The twinax interface is compatible with the following IBM
systems: AS-400, System 36, 5251 (model 12), System 34,
System 38, and 5294. When equipped with an EPSON twinax
interface, the printer can be used in place of the following IBM
system printers: 4210, 5224 (models 1 and 2), 5256 (models 1, 2,
and 3), 3218 (non IPDS), 4214 (model 2), 5225 (models 1, 2, 3,
and 4), and 5219 D01, D02.
The coax interface allows the printer to be connected to the
following IBM control units and mainframe systems: 3174,
3276, 4274, and 3270.
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To add a direct connection to an Ethernet system, use the
Ethernet Card (C82331✽).
To add a direct connection to a Macintosh computer with
the optional EpsonScript Level 2 module, use either the
LocalTalk/Serial module or the AppleTalk Interface Card
(C82312✽).
Note:
If you reset the printer while it is receiving data through the
AppleTalk Interface Card, you need to turn the printer off and
then on again before it can communicate properly.
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GPIB Interface Card (C82323✽).
Installing the LocalTalk/Serial module
1. Perform steps 1 to 5 in “Installing a memory module,” page
4-7, to access the printer’s SIMM SLOT.
2. Remove the connector cover as shown.
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3. Select one of the following interface settings: RS-232C type
serial interface, current loop type serial interface, or
LocalTalk interface, using a jumper switch and the two
slide switches on the module. The default selection is
LocalTalk. If you want to select the serial interface settings,
change the jumper and the two slide switches to the serial
interface positions as shown below.
Note:
Make sure both slide switches are set to the same position;
otherwise, the printer will not operate correctly.
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4. Position the module as shown below; then carefully insert its
connector into printer connector CN4. Secure the module
with the two screws that come with it.
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5. Perform steps 9 to 11 on page 4-10 to complete procedure.
You can verify whether the interface is correctly installed by
printing a status sheet.
Installing an optional interface card
1. Turn off the printer.
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High voltages are present inside the printer when the power
is on. Do not attempt to install the card unless the printer is
turned off.
2. Unplug the power cable from the electrical outlet.
3. Turn the printer so its back faces you.
4. Remove the two screws that secure the Type-B slot cover and
remove the cover.
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5. With the component side of the optional interface card facing
the inside of the printer, slide the interface card into the
grooves in the interface slot as shown below. Push it in
firmly to lock the card into place.
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6. Secure the interface card with the two retaining screws.
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You can verify the interface is correctly installed by printing a
status sheet.
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Using the Serial Interface
To use a serial interface, you must purchase an appropriate
interface cable. EPSON supplies several types of interface
cables. You can use any interface cable that meets the printer
specifications listed below. See your computer manual for any
special computer requirements.
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RS-232C Cable (9 pin) C836152 (2.0 m) from mini DIN
(printer) to D-SUB 9-pin (computer) for RS-232C; for direct
printer to computer connection
RS-232C Cable (25 pin) C836151 (2.0 m) form mini DIN
(printer) to D-SUB 25-pin (computer) for RS-232C; for
direct printer to computer connection
Current Loop Cable C836141 (0.4 m) from mini DIN
(printer) to D-SUB 25-pin (interface cable) for both RS-232C
and Current loop; a cable extension for printer to interface
cable connection
If you installed a serial interface, you need to ensure that the
printer and the computer are using the same serial settings. If
the serial settings do not match, you must make the
appropriate settings. The settings can be changed either in the
printer or computer. See the next section for information about
the serial interface utility that comes with your printer.
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The default serial settings for the optional serial interface are
listed below. To change the serial settings, see the interface
card’s manual if you are using a Type-B serial interface or if
you installed a LocalTalk/Serial module. For information
about your computer’s serial settings, see your computer
manual.
Serial type:
Word length:
Baud rate:
Parity:
Stop bit:
DTR:
XON/XOFF:
RS-232C
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9600
NONE
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OFF
ON
You also need to change the port setting of your computer if it
is not already set to the serial port. The following procedures
describe how to change the port setting in Windows 3.1 and 95.
To change the setting using non-Windows software, see your
software manual.
For Windows 3.1
1. In the Main window, double-click the Control Panel icon.
2. Double-click the Printers icon.
3. In the Printers dialog box that appears, click the Connect
button.
4. Select a COM (serial) port.
5. Click the OK button.
6. Close the Printers dialog box.
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For Windows 95
1. Click the Start button, point to Settings, and then click
Printers.
2. Right-click the Epson EPL-N1200 icon, and click Properties
in the menu that appears. Be sure to right-click your printer.
3. Select the Details tab.
4. Click the arrow next to the Printer Port drop-down list. Then
select a COM (serial) port.
5. Click OK to save this setting.
Using the serial interface utility
You can use the serial interface utility that comes with your
printer to specify the port and the baud rate of your computer
for the serial interface connection.
This utility is included in the Remote Control Panel utility. For
details on installation of the Remote Control Panel utility, see
Chapter 5.
Your printer supports the following serial interface baud rates:
300, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200, 38400, and 57600. If you
want to use your printer with a higher baud rate that is
supported by your computer system, you can use the utility to
match the baud rate between the computer and printer.
Note:
This utility may not work with all computer systems.
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1. Type HSERIAL at the DOS prompt and press Enter to bring up
the list of parameters for the port and the baud rate
selection.
C:\HSERIAL
2. Select the appropriate parameters from the list and type the
following:
C:\HSERIAL /P=n /B=m
n = parameter for the port selection
m = parameter for the baud rate selection
For example, if you would like to use the COM1 port with the
57600 baud rate, type the following:
C:\HSERIAL /P=1 /B=576
If you need help, type the following:
C:\HSERIAL\?
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Installing the Remote Control Panel utility . .
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Remote Control Panel Utility Overview
The Remote Control Panel utility is software that allows you to
change printer settings, such as the print quantity, paper size,
and RITech setting.
When to use the Remote Control Panel utility
You do not normally need to use the Remote Control Panel to
change printer settings. Most software programs let you
change settings that affect the final printed output, and any
settings you make from your software override those made
from the Remote Control Panel.
However, if you are not able to change printer settings from
your software program or if you are running DOS, the Remote
Control Panel will allow you to:
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specify the size of paper loaded in the paper tray
turn the Toner Save Mode on and off
change the density setting or RITech setting
change the emulation mode
turn the Standby mode on and off
specify the Top Offset and Left Offset
Note:
When the printer is shared by more than one user, the settings may be
changed by other users. Even if the Remote Control Panel window
shows your desired setting, always click the Send button.
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Installing the Remote Control Panel utility
To install the utility, follow these steps:
1. Insert the floppy disk containing the utility into your
computer’s disk drive.
2. Type SETUP at the DOS prompt and press Enter.
A:\SETUP
3. Follow the instructions on the screen to install the utility.
Accessing the Remote Control Panel
To start the Remote Control Panel, type the following at the
DOS prompt and press Enter. (If you changed the default
directory during installation, type that directory instead.)
C:\EPSONRCP\EPRCPO
The main Remote Control Panel menu appears.
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Click the button for the emulation mode you want to configure.
Note:
EpsonScript Level 2 is available only when the EpsonScript Level 2
option is installed.
LaserJet 4/EpsonScript Level 2 Mode
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The main menu displays the current printer settings for the
selected printer mode. The buttons on the left open dialog
boxes so you can change the settings listed under Printer Status.
Print ERR SHEET for EpsonScript*
Turn this setting on if you want a printed record of EpsonScript
Level 2 errors. When an error is detected, the printer prints a
sheet listing the type of error.
*Available only when the EpsonScript Level 2 option is installed
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Page Setup Options
Clicking the Page Setup button on the Remote Control Panel
menu opens the following menu:
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If you are unable to make the settings that are availabe on the
Page Setup menu from your software program, make the
settings on this menu as follows:
Page Size
Selects the default paper size. You should change this item
only if you cannot change the paper size from your software
program.
If your paper size is not listed below, you can define a new size
using the Custom setting. Use the following settings when
defining a custom page size: 92 to 216 mm × 148.5 to 356 mm.
The Page Size options are as follows:
LT (Letter)
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A5
B5
HLT (Half letter)
LGL (Legal)
GLT (Government letter)
GLG (Government legal)
EXE (Executive)
F4
MON (Monarch)
C10 (Commercial 10)
DL
C5
IB5 (International B5)
C6
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Copies
Selects the number of copies to be printed. You can enter any
number from 1 to 999. You should specify the number of copies
from your software program.
Form
Specifies the number of horizontal lines on a page. You can
enter any number from 5 to 128. This setting is available only
in LJ4 mode.
Orientation
Specifies whether the page is printed in portrait (default) or
landscape orientation. The pages in this manual are printed in
portrait orientation.
Paper Feed
Allows you to select how paper is fed into the printer or where
paper is fed from. Your choices are Automatic (paper is fed
from whichever tray has the correct paper size), Manual (you
must manually feed paper in the MP Tray), MP Tray, Lower
Cassette 1 (if installed), and Lower cassette 2 (if installed).
The default is Automatic.
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Type Options
Clicking the Type button on the Remote Control Panel menu
opens the following menu.
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The Type menu is available only in LJ4 mode.
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If you are unable to make the settings that are availabe on the
Type menu from your software program, make the settings on
this menu as follows:
Typeface
Specifies the typeface to use.
Pitch / Point Size
Specifies the point size for proportional and scalable fonts. The
range of point sizes is 4.00 to 999.75. It also specifies the pitch
for fixed pitch fonts. The range of pitch is 0.44 to 99.99.
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Symbol Set
Specifies the symbol set to use. If the typeface you selected is
not available for the symbol set you select, the typeface
is replaced with the currently selected symbol set. The
following symbol sets are available:
Roman-8
Italian
Swedis2
UK
German
8859-2 ISO
PsMath
WiTurkish
VeMath
Math-8
PcTk437
PsText
IBM-DN
PcMultilingual
VeUS
PcE.Europe
WiAnsi
Norweg1
ECM94-1
ANSI ASCII
French2
Legal
Spanish
8859-9 ISO
MsPublishing
DeskTop
WiE.Europe
Windows
IBM-US
VeInternational
PiFont
Other
Note:
The following symbol sets cannot be selected with the Swiss 721
SWM and Dutch 801 SWM fonts: PsMath, MsPublishing,
VeMath, Math-8, and PiFont.
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symbol sets cannot be printed when either the Swiss 721 SWM or
Dutch 801 SWM font is selected.
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Printer Setup Options
Clicking the Printer Setup button on the Remote Control Panel
menu opens the following menu:
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If you are unable to make the settings that are available on the
Printer Setup menu from your software program, make the
settings on this menu as follows:
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Page Protect
Use this list to make use of the Page Protect function. This
allows you to allocate additional printer memory for printing
data, as opposed to receiving it. You may need to use Page
Protect if you are printing a highly complex page. If a Print
Overrun error occurs, change the setting to ON and reprint
your data. This reduces the amount of memory reserved for
receiving data so your computer may take longer to send the
print job, but it will allow you to print complex jobs. Page
Protect usually works best if set to Auto. You will need to
increase your printer’s memory if memory errors continue to
occur.
Note:
Changing the Page Protect setting reconfigures the printer’s memory
which causes any downloaded fonts to be erased.
Resolution
Selects the resolution you want to use for printing. The
available settings are 600 dpi (default) and 300 dpi.
RITech
Allows you to adjust the RITech (Resolution Improvement
Technology) setting or turn it off. See “Optimizing Print
Quality” on page 7-27 for more information about RITech.
Ordinarily, the RITech setting should not have to be changed.
The RITech options are Light, Medium, Dark, and Off.
Density
Adjusts the print density to make the printout darker or
lighter. Click the appropriate arrow key to darken or lighten
the output.
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Auto Continue
Permits the printer to automatically recover from a Print
Overrun, Mem Overflow, or Paper Set error. The printer
continues printing within a few seconds after one of these
problems occurs.
When Auto Continue is off, you must press the button on the
control panel to resume printing. In most cases, leave Auto
Continue off so you can tell when an error occurs and make
the necessary corrections. You might want to set Auto
Continue on when printing long jobs or when you are away
from the printer for long periods.
Toner Save Mode
Turns the Toner Save mode on. When turned on, the printer
saves toner by substituting a gray shade for the black inside of
characters. The characters are outlined in full black on the right
and lower edges.
Note:
You can also make the Toner Save setting item directly from
OneTouch Mode 2.
Image Optimum
Reduces the amount of graphics data when the data reaches
the memory limit, allowing complex documents to be printed.
When this mode is on, graphics quality is reduced. The options
are Off, On, and Auto. On and Auto are the same.
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Other Options
Clicking the Other button brings up the following dialog box.
This menu is available only in ESC/P 2, FX, or I239X emulation
modes.
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Condensed (ESCP2, FX only)
Use this option to change the character spacing. Condensed
printing is useful for spreadsheets and other applications that
need to fit a large amount of information on each line.
However, 15-cpi characters cannot be condensed.
T.Margin
Use this option to specify the distance from the top of the sheet
to the baseline of the first printable line. This is measured in
0.05 inch increments.
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Text
Use this option to set the page length in lines. The unit of
measure for this option is a 1/6 inch line.
If you change the Orientation, Page Size, or T.Margin settings,
the page length setting automatically returns to the default
setting for each paper size.
AutoCR
Use the automatic carriage return option to perform a
carriage-return line-feed (CR-LF) operation whenever the print
position exceeds the right margin. If Auto CR is Off, the printer
does not print characters beyond the right margin, and it does
not perform a linewrap until it receives a CR. Most software
programs take care of this function.
AutoLF
If you set AutoLF to Off, the printer does not send an
automatic line feed (LF) command with each carriage return
(CR). When you set AutoLF to On, the printer adds a line feed
to each carriage return it receives. If your text lines overprint
each other, set AutoLF to On.
BitImage
With BitImage set to Dark or Light, your printer can correctly
emulate the graphics densities set with the printer commands.
If you select Dark, the bit image density is high. If you select
Light, the bit image density is low.
With BitImage set to BarCode, your printer converts bit
images to bar codes by automatically filling in any vertical
gaps between dots. This produces unbroken vertical lines that
can be read by a bar code reader. BarCode is not available in
I239X mode.
This mode reduces the size of the image being printed and
may cause some distortion when printing bit-image graphics.
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ZeroChar
This option determines whether the printer prints a slashed
zero (0) or an unslashed zero (0). This feature is useful for
clearly distinguishing between an uppercase letter O and zero
when printing documents such as program lists.
Alt.Graphics (I239X only)
Turns the Alternate Graphics option on or off. The default
setting is OFF.
Character Set (I239X only)
Selects the character table 1 or 2.
Next (I239X only)
Turn to the next page.
Prev (I239X only)
Turn to the previous page.
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More Options
Clicking the More button on the Remote Control Panel menu
opens the following menu:
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If you are unable to make the settings available on the More
menu from your software program, make the settings on this
menu as follows:
Source Symbol Set (LJ4 only)
Available only when an optional font ROM is installed while
in the LJ4 emulation mode.
Destination Symbol Set (LJ4 only)
Available only when an optional font ROM is installed while
in the LJ4 emulation mode.
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Top Offset
Allows you to adjust the vertical printing position on the page.
The setting is in millimeters. You can move the printing
position by approximately 0.5 mm increments from the top
edge (the parameters are from -9 to 99).
Left Offset
Allows you to adjust the horizontal printing position on the
page. The setting is in millimeters. You can move the printing
position by approximately 0.5 mm increments from the left
edge (the parameters are from -9 to 99).
Standby
Sets the Standby mode to Enable or Disable. When Standby is
enabled, the printer goes into a sleep mode if it is not used for
30 minutes. The printer begins warming up as soon as you
send data; it warms up and is ready to print in about 60
seconds. When Standby is disabled, the printer stays warmed
up and ready to print.
Timeout
Sets the length of time the printer waits before looking for the
next print job. If the printer is online and receives no new data
for the number of seconds specified, the printer automatically
switches to the next channel that receives data.
Paper Size Ignore
Selects whether a paper size error is ignored when it occurs.
Turning this item on causes the printer to print even if the
image size exceeds the printable area for the specified size of
paper. This may cause smudges, because of toner that is not
transferred onto the paper properly. When this item is off, the
printer stops printing if a paper size error occurs.
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Country (ESCP2, FX only)
Selects the international character set.
CG Table (ESCP2, FX only)
Selects the character tables. Character tables contain the
characters and symbols used in different languages. The
printer prints text based on the selected character table.
Code Page (I239X only)
Selects the character tables. Character tables contain the
characters and symbols used in different languages. The
printer prints text based on the selected character table.
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When to Use SelecType
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Using the OneTouch Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-20
Using Other Emulations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-22
ESC/P 2 or FX Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-22
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In general, use SelecType only for settings you cannot make in
your software, including the following:
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Changing the emulation modes and selecting the IES
(Intelligent Emulation Switching) mode
Specifying the channel and configuring the interface
Choosing the size of the memory buffer used to receive data
You should keep in mind the following points when using
SelecType settings.
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A number of SelecType settings can also be made using the
OneTouch modes, printer driver, and Remote Control
Panel utility.
Application programs may send commands to the printer
that override SelecType settings. If you are not getting the
results you expect, check your application software settings.
To see the current SelecType settings, print a status sheet.
A map of all available SelecType menus is included in
Appendix E.
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SelecType
Before entering and using SelecType, you should understand
how the buttons on the printer’s control panel work.
Buttons
The functions of the control panel buttons on the printer
change when in SelecType mode.
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Using SelecType
Note:
You can directly access certain menu items using the OneTouch
modes. For more information, see “Using the OneTouch Modes” on
page 6-20.
1. To enter SelecType mode, press Menu while the printer is on
line.
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2. To change the settings, press Menu, Item, or Value.
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To select a new menu (menu category), press Menu.
To select an item (setting) in a menu, press Item.
To select a value (parameter) for an item, press Value.
To accept a new setting, press Enter.
Press ALT to select a menu, item, or parameter in reverse
order. See Appendix E for a map showing the order that
selecType menus are displayed in.
3. To exit SelecType mode, press On Line or SelecType.
SelecType menus
This section gives a brief description of the menus in SelecType
and lists the settings available on each menu. For more detailed
descriptions of the settings, see “Understanding SelecType
Settings” on page 6-8.
Test Menu
These settings select and perform the printer’s internal test
printing. You can obtain information on the printer’s current
settings, available fonts, and a brief summary of features. Also
see page 6-8.
Status Sheet, LJ4 Font Sample, ESCP2 Font Sample, FX Font
Sample, I239X Font Sample, PS Status Sheet*, PS Font
Sample*, Ext Printer Info**
* available only when the EpsonScript Level 2 is installed
**available only when there is the data
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Emulation Menu
These settings select the default emulation for each interface.
Also see page 6-9.
Parallel B, Parallel C, Serial*, L/T*, AUX**
* available only when the LocalTalk/Serial module is installed
**available only when the optional interface is installed.
Printing Menu
These settings are made in everyday use. Most can be set using
your software. Always check the software settings, because the
software settings override the Printing Menu settings. Also see
page 6-9.
Paper Source, Page Size, Orientation, Copies, Manual
Feed, Resolution
Tray Size Menu
These settings display the paper size loaded in each paper tray.
This may be different from the size set in Page Size, which
specifies the size of the image the printer produces internally.
Also see page 6-11.
MP Tray Size, LC1 Size, LC2 Size
Config Menu
These settings affect the printer’s performance. Also see page
6-12.
RITech, Toner Save, Density, Top Offset, Left Offset, Size
Ignore, Auto Cont, Page Protect, Image Optimum
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Setup Menu
These settings provide the printer with information necessary
for printing. Also see page 6-14.
Interface, Time Out, Standby, Lang, Toner, Toner Count
Clear, Page Count, SelecType Init
Parallel B, Parallel C Menu
These settings control communication between the printer and
the computer when using a parallel interface. Also see page
6-16.
Speed, Bi-D*, Buffer Size
*Available only in Parallel B Menu.
Serial Menu*
These settings control the serial interface settings. These
settings are necessary for correct communication between the
printer and the computer. Also see page 6-16.
Word Length, Baud Rate, Parity, Stop Bit, XOn/XOff, DTR,
Buffer Size
*Available only when the LocalTalk/Serial module is installed and the
SelecType Emulation menu is set to Serial. See Chapter 4, “ Options,” for
more information.
L/T*, AUX** Menu
This setting controls the optional interface settings. Also see
page 6-18.
Buffer Size
* Available only when the LocalTalk/Serial module is installed and the
SelecType Emulation menu is set to L/T (LocalTalk). See Chapter 4,
“ Options,” for more information.
**Available only when the Type B interface is installed.
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LJ4 Menu
These settings control the fonts and symbol sets when in LJ4
mode. Also see page 6-18.
FontSource, Font Number, Pitch, Height, SymSet, Form,
Source SymSet, Dest SymSet
PS Menu
These settings are available only when EpsonScript Level 2 is
installed. For more information, refer to the EpsonScript Level
2 manual.
ESCP2 Menu
These settings are available only when the printer is in
ESC/P 2 mode. Also see page 6-22.
FX Menu
These settings are available only when the printer is in FX
mode. Also see page 6-22.
I239X Menu
These settings are available only when the printer is in I239X
mode. Also see page 6-26.
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Understanding SelecType Settings
Read this section for a complete description of the settings
available on the SelecType menus.
Test menu
For the settings below, press Enter to print. No values are
selectable by pressing Value.
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After you print these samples, user-defined data stored in the
printer such as download fonts may be erased depending on
which sample you printed.
Status Sheet, PS Status Sheet*
Prints a sample printout describing the current printer features.
Use this option to check whether your printer is working
correctly.
LJ4 Font Sample, ESCP2 Font Sample, FX Font Sample, I239X
Font Sample, PS Font Sample*
Prints a sample of the fonts available for your selected printer
emulation.
*Available only when Epson Script Level 2 is installed.
EXT PRINT INFO
Prints information concerning the optional ROM. This item is
available only when the optional ROM is installed.
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Emulation menu
Use this menu to select the printer emulation mode. You can
specify different emulations for each interface; in other words,
for each computer you connect. Since each emulation mode has
its own specific options, make settings in the LJ4, ESCP2, FX,
GL2, or I239X menus, as necessary. The options you can set are
the same for every interface.
Setting
Parameter
Parallel B, Parallel C, Serial, L/T, AUX
LJ4, ESCP2, FX, I239X, PS*1,
GL2, Auto
*1 Available only when the EpsonScript Level 2 module is installed.
Note:
The default setting may change depending on which option is
installed. Print a status sheet to confirm the current default settings.
Printing menu
The settings in the Printing Menu can be set from within your
software. The settings you make in your software override
SelecType settings.
All items in the Printing Menu except Resolution can be
accessed directly with the OneTouch Modes. See “Using the
OneTouch Modes” later in this chapter.
Paper Source
Specifies whether paper feeds into the printer from the MP
Tray or from an optional lower paper cassette.
If you select Auto, paper feeds from the tray containing the
paper that matches the paper selected in the Page Size setting.
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Page Size
Specifies the paper size.
Orientation
Specifies whether the page is printed in portrait or landscape
orientation. This page is printed in portrait orientation.
Copies
Selects the number of copies to be printed, up to 999.
Manual Feed
This item selects manual feed mode for the MP Tray. For
details on manual feed mode, see Chapter 1.
Resolution
Switches the resolution between 300 and 600 dpi.
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Setting
Parameter
Paper Source
Auto, MP, LC1, LC2
Page Size
A4, A5, B5, LT, HLT, LGL, GLT, GLG, EXE,
F4, MON, C10, DL, C5, C6, IB5, CTM
Orientation
Port, Land
Copies
1- 999
Manual Feed
Off, On
Resolution
600, 300
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Tray Size menu
Use this menu to make the MP Tray paper size setting and
check the currently loaded paper size in the optional paper
cassettes if installed.
MP Tray Size
Allows you to set the paper size for the MP Tray.
Note:
You can also make the MP Tray Size setting directly from OneTouch
Mode 2.
LC1 Size
Displays the actual paper size loaded in the optional Lower
Paper Cassette 1.
Note:
LC1 Size and LC2 Size only display the currently loaded paper size.
You cannot change this parameter, it is set automatically.
LC2 Size
Displays the actual paper size loaded in the optional Lower
Paper Cassette 2.
Setting
Parameter
MP Tray Size
A4, A5, B5, LT, HLT, LGL,
GLT, GLG,EXE, F4, MON,
C10, DL, C5, C6, IB5
LC1, LC2
A4, LT
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Config menu
RITech
Allows you to adjust the RITech setting. RITech produces
smoother and crisper lines, text, and graphics. If you change
this setting, you can check the print quality by printing a status
sheet from the SelecType Test Menu.
Note:
You can also make the RITech setting directly from OneTouch
Mode 2.
Toner Save
Turns the Toner Save mode on. When turned on, the printer
saves toner by substituting a gray shade for the black inside of
characters. The characters are outlined in full black on the right
and lower edges.
Note:
You can also make the Toner Save setting item directly from
OneTouch Mode 2.
Density
Use this option to adjust the print density if your print is too
light or too dark.
Note:
Increasing the print density increases toner consumption. If you
select darker print, you may need to replace the imaging cartridge
more often.
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Top Offset
Use this option to make fine adjustments to the vertical
position of the printing on the page.
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Be sure that the printed image does not exceed the edge of
paper. Otherwise, you may damage the printer.
Left Offset
Use this option to make fine adjustments to the horizontal
position of the printing on the page. This is useful for fine
adjustment when you are using the manual feed mode.
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Be sure that the printed image does not exceed the edge of
paper. Otherwise, you may damage the printer.
Size Ignore
Selects whether a paper size error is ignored. Turning this item
on causes the printer to print even if the image size exceeds the
printable area for the specified size of paper. This may cause
smudges because of toner that is not transferred onto the paper
properly. When this item is off, the printer stops printing if a
paper size error occurs.
Auto Cont
Permits the printer to automatically continue printing after a
certain period of time when one of the following errors occurs:
Paper Set, Print Overrun and Mem Overflow. When this
option is off, you must press the Continue button to resume
printing. In most cases, it is best to leave this option set to Off.
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Page Protect
Use this list to make use of the Page Protect function. This
allows you to allocate additional printer memory for printing
data, as opposed to receiving it. You may need to use Page
Protect if you are printing a highly complex page. If a Print
Overrun error occurs, change the setting to ON and reprint
your data. This reduces the amount of memory reserved for
receiving data so your computer may take longer to send the
print job, but it will allow you to print complex jobs. Page
Protect usually works best if set to Auto. You will need to
increase your printer’s memory if memory errors continue to
occur.
Note:
Changing the Page Protect setting reconfigures the printer’s memory
which causes any downloaded fonts to be erased.
Image Optimum
Reduces the amount of graphics data when the data reaches
the memory limit, allowing complex documents to be printed.
When this mode is on, graphics quality is reduced.
Setup menu
Interface
Specifies whether the printer can receive data through all the
interfaces available or only through the one selected.
Time Out
Sets the length of the printer waits when it it on line and no
new data is received. When this time is up, the printer searches
for new print data on other channels.
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Standby
Saves power by reducing the power to the fixing heater if the
printer receives no data for 30 minutes. In this mode, the
printer begins warming up as soon as you press send print
data; it then warms up and is ready to print in about 60
seconds.
Lang
Specifies the language displayed on the control panel and
printed on the status sheet.
Toner
Displays the amount of toner left in the imaging cartridge.
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Toner Count Clear
Resets the toner counter, when you replace the imaging
cartridge.
Page Count
Displays the total number of sheets printed by this printer.
SelecType Init.
Erases all the SelecType settings you have changed, and resets
them to the factory default settings.
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Parallel B menu, Parallel C menu
Speed
Specifies the transfer speed by selecting the delay period from
the STROBE to the ACKNLG signal. For more information on
the parallel interface signal, see “Interface Specifications” in
Appendix A.
Bi-D
Enables or disables bidirectional communication.
Note:
This options is available only when the Parallel B Menu is selected.
Buffer Size
Determines the amout of memory to be used for receiving data
and printing data. If set to Maximum, more memory is
allocated for receiving data. If set to Minimum, more memory
is allocated for printing data. The factory default setting is
Normal.
Serial menu
Word Length
You can select an 8-bit or 7-bit word length. See your computer
manual and software documentation for the proper setting.
The factory setting is 8-bit.
Baud Rate
Use this option to set the data transfer rate (baud) for the serial
interface. The baud rate is measured in bits per second (bps).
See your computer manual and software documentation for
the proper setting.
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Parity
When this option is set to None, parity checking is disabled.
The parity bit, if used, provides a basic form of error detection.
See your computer manual and software documentation for
the proper setting.
Stop Bit
Use this option to set the number of stop bits for each character
of information sent to the printer. Stop bits signal the end of a
character.
XOn/XOff
Use this option to set the XOn/XOff communications protocol
to On, Off, or Robust. You can use XOn/XOff protocol in
combination with the DTR option setting. If set to Robust, the
printer sends an XOn signal when the printer is available to
receive data.
DTR
Use DTR (Data Terminal Ready) to turn the printer’s DTR
communications protocol on or off. You can use DTR protocol
in combination with the XOn/XOff option setting.
Buffer Size
Determines the amount of memory to be used for receiving
data and printing data. If set to Maximum, more memory is
allocated for receiving data. If set to Minimum, more memory
is allocated for printing data. The factory default setting is
Normal.
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L/T menu, AUX menu
Buffer Size
Determines the amount of memory to be used for receiving
data and printing data. If set to Maximum, more memory is
allocated for receiving data. If set to Minimum, more memory
is allocated for printing. The factory default setting is Normal.
LJ4 menu
Note:
If you always use the HP LaseJet 4 printer driver in your software,
you should change settings using your software. The software
settings always override the LJ4 menu options.
FontSource
Selects the default font source.
Font Number
Selects the default font number from the default font source.
Pitch
Specifies the default font pitch if the font is scalable and
fixed-pitch. You can select from 0.44 to 99.99 CPI, in increments
of 0.01 CPI.
Height
Specifies the default font height if the font is scalable and
proportional. You can select from 4.00 to 999.75 points, in
increments of 0.25 points.
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SymSet
Selects the default symbol set. If the font you selected in
FontSource and Font Number is not available in the new
SymSet setting, the Fontsource and the Font Number values
are automatically replaced with the default value.
Form
Selects the number of lines for the selected paper size and
orientation. This causes a line spacing (VMI) change also, and
the new VMI value is stored in the printer. This means that
later changes in the Page Size or the Orientation settings cause
changes in the Form value, based on the stored VMI.
Source SymSet
Available only when an optional font ROM is installed.
Dest SymSet
Available only when an optional font ROM is installed.
Setting
Parameter
FontSource
Resident, SIMM, Download
Font Number
0 ~ 65535
Pitch
0.44 ~ 99.99 cpi
Height
4.00 ~ 999.75 pt.
SymSet
Roman-8, ECM94-1, 8859-2 ISO, 8859-9 ISO,
IBM-US, IBM-DN, PcMultiling, PcE.Europe,
PcTk437, Wiansi, WiE.Europe, WiTurkish,
DeskTop, PsText, VeInternati, VeUS,
MsPublishin, Math-8, PsMath, VeMath, PiFont,
Legal, UK, ANSI ASCII, Swedis2, Italian,
Spanish, German, Norweg1, French2, Window
Form
5 ~ 128 Lines
Source SymSet
0 ~ 3199
Dest SymSet
0 ~ 3199
For details on the ESCP2, FX, and I239X menus, refer to “Using
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Using the OneTouch Modes
The OneTouch modes are part of SelecType mode, but they are
more limited and easier to use. The settings you make in these
modes and SelecType are reflected in each other.
To enter OneTouch mode 1, press the SelecType button
(repeatedly if necessary) until the light next to Paper Source
comes on indicating the printer is now in OneTouch mode 1.
The current OneTouch mode 1 settings for Paper Source, Page
Size, Manual Feed, and Orientation are shown on the display
above the corresponding setting. For example, Port or Land is
shown above Orientation.
OneTouch mode 1
To enter OneTouch mode 2, press the SelecType button
(repeatedly if necessary) until the indicator light next to RITech
comes on indicating the printer is now in OneTouch mode 2.
The current OneTouch mode 2 settings for RITech, Copies, MP
Tray Size, and Toner Save are shown on the display above the
corresponding setting. For example, On or Off is shown above
Toner Save.
OneTouch mode 2
To make OneTouch settings, access one of the modes as
described above and press the button located under the setting
you want to change to cycle forward through the available
options. You can also press ALT (SelecType) and the button to
cycle backward through the available options.
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Paper Source
Specifies whether paper feeds into the printer from the MP
Tray or from an optional lower paper cassette (if installed). If
you select Auto, the paper source containing the paper that
matches the setting in the Page Size menu will be used.
Page Size
Specifies the paper size.
Manual Feed
Turns Manual Feed on or off for the MP Tray. For details on
the Manual Feed mode, see Chapter 2.
Orientation
Specifies whether the page is printed in portrait (Port) or
landscape (Land) orientation.
RITech
Allows you to make the RITech setting: Dark, Medium, Light,
Off. RITech produces smoother and crisper lines, text, and
graphics. If you change this setting, you can check the print
quality by printing a status sheet from the SelecType Test
Menu.
Copies
Selects the number of copies to be printed, up to 999.
MP Tray Size
Allows you to set paper size for the MP Tray.
Toner Save
Turns the Toner Save mode on or off. When turned on, the
printer saves toner by substituting a gray shade for the black
inside of characters. The characters are outlined in full black
on the right and lower edges.
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Using Other Emulations
Your printer is designed to work best in its LJ4 emulation
mode, so LJ4 emulation mode is recommended whenever
possible. If you want to use an emulation other than LJ4, you
can select ESC/P 2, FX, I239X, or GL/2 emulation mode.
Match the emulation mode in the Emulation Menu with
drivers or print data already formatted for EPSON LQ or FX
series printers, or IBM printers.
Note:
The printer’s intelligent emulation switching (IES) feature
automatically switches between emulation modes, depending on the
received data. The available emulation modes are LJ4, GL2, I239X,
ESC/P 2, and FX.
To enable intelligent emulation switching, select Auto on the
Emulation Menu using the printer driver, the Remote Control
Panel utility, or the SelecType mode.
ESC/P 2 or FX Mode
This section lists the ESCP2 menu and FX menu options.
Unless specifically mentioned, the same items are available for
either mode.
Font
The Font option selects a font by typeface.
The factory default font is Courier. After selecting the desired
font, you can also adjust the character spacing and size of the
font with the Pitch and Condensed options described below.
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Pitch
You can select a character pitch of 10, 12, or 15 characters per
inch (cpi), or choose proportional spacing.
Condensed
Use this option to change the character spacing. Condensed
printing is useful for spreadsheets and other applications that
need to fit a large amount of information on each line.
However, 15-cpi characters cannot be condensed.
T.Margin
Use this option to specify the distance from the top of the sheet
to the baseline of the first printable line. This is measured in
0.05 inch increments.
Text
Use this option to set the page length in lines. The unit of
measure for this option is a 1/6 inch line.
If you change the Orientation, Page Size, or T.Margin settings,
the page length setting automatically returns to the default
setting for each paper size.
CG Table
Use the character generator table option to select the graphics
character table, or the italics table. The graphics table contains
graphic characters for printing lines, corners, shaded areas,
international characters, Greek characters, and mathematical
symbols. Selecting the italics table defines the upper half of the
character table as italic characters.
Country
Use this option to select one of the fifteen international symbol
sets. See “Symbol Sets” in the Appendix for samples of the
characters in each country’s symbol set.
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AutoCR
Use the automatic carriage return option to perform a
carriage-return line-feed (CR-LF) operation whenever the print
position exceeds the right margin. If Auto CR is Off, the printer
does not print characters beyond the right margin, and it does
not perform a linewrap until it receives a CR. Most software
programs take care of this function.
AutoLF
When you set AutoLF to Off, the printer does not send an
automatic line feed (LF) command with each carriage return
(CR). When you set AutoLF to On, the printer adds a line feed
to each carriage return it receives. If your text lines overprint
each other, set AutoLF to On.
Bit Image
With BitImage set to Dark or Light, your printer can correctly
emulate the graphics densities set with the printer commands.
When you select Dark, the bit image density is high. When you
select Light, the bit image density is low.
The BarCode setting converts bit images to bar codes by
automatically filling in any vertical gaps between dots. This
produces unbroken vertical lines that can be read by a bar code
reader. BarCode is not available in I239X mode.
This mode reduces the size of the image being printed and may
cause some distortion when printing bit-image graphics.
ZeroChar
This option determines whether the printer prints a slashed
zero (0) or an unslashed zero (0). This feature is useful for
clearly distinguishing between an uppercase letter O and zero
when printing documents such as program lists.
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The table below shows the available parameters for each
setting in ESC/P 2 and FX modes. See the previous pages for a
detailed description of each setting.
Setting
Parameter
Font
Courier, Prestige, Roman, Sans Serif,
Roman T*, Orator S, Sans H*, Script, OCR B
Pitch
10 cpi, 12 cpi, 15 cpi, Prop.
Condensed
Off, On
T. Margin
0.40 - 1.50 inch
Text
1 - 81 Lines
CG Table
PcUSA, Italic, PcMultilin, PcPortugue,
PcCanFrenc, PcNordic, PcTurkish2, PcE.
Europe, BpBRASII, BpAbicomp
Country
USA, France, Germany, UK, Denmark,
Sweden, Italy, Spain1, Japan, Norway,
Denmark2, Spain2, LatinAmeric, Korea, Legal*
Auto CR
On, Off
Auto LF
Off, On
Bit Image
Dark, Light, BarCode
ZeroChar
0, 0
*Available only in ESC/P 2 mode.
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I239X Mode
I239X mode emulates IBM 2390/2391 Plus commands. For
detailed information on most of the settings and parameters in
the table below, refer to the previous section.
Setting
Parameter
Font
Courier, Prestige, Gothic, Orator, Script,
Presentor, Sans serif
Pitch
10 cpi, 12 cpi, 15 cpi, 17 cpi, 20 cpi, 24 cpi, Prop.
Code Page
437, 850, 860, 863, 865
T. Margin
0.30 - 1.50 inch
Text
1 - 81 Lines
Auto CR
Off, On
Auto LF
Off, On
Alt. Graphics
Off, On
BitImage
Dark, Light
ZeroChar
0, 0
Character Set
1, 2
Code Page (I239X only)
Selects the character tables. Character tables contain the
characters and symbols used in different languages. The
printer prints text based on the selected character table.
Alt.Graphics (I239X only)
Turns the Alternate Graphics option on or off. The default
setting is OFF.
Character Set (I239X only)
Selects character table 1 or 2.
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EPSON GL/2 Mode
Note:
You cannot change the GL/2 Mode items by SelecType. To change
these items, use the GL/2 command listed in Appendix C.
In EPSON GL/2 mode, you can use your printer with plotter
applications. This mode is similar to the GL/2 mode supported
in HP LaserJet 4 mode. EPSON GL/2 mode emulates some of
the HP-GL plotter commands and includes all of the
commands found in HP’s GL/2 mode, plus two additional
commands.
The table below shows the differences between these modes.
For more information on GL/2 commands in LJ4 emulation
mode, see Appendix C.
Command
HP GL/2 mode
EPSON GL/2 mode
Orientation
Printer setting
Landscape only
Plotter unit
1/1016 inch
1/1021 inch
Picture frame
Same as LaserJet 4
mode
Depends on the
hard-clip limit
Default position of P1
and P2
Lower left and
lower right corners,
respectively, of
picture frame
inside of picture frame
Undefined
commands
First character is
ignored
First two characters
are ignored
CS, CA commands
Not supported
Partially supported
PG, AF commands
Not supported
Supported
Results when a DT
command with no
second parameter is
sent
Terminator is not
plotted
Terminator is plotted
ESC %#A commands
Supported
Not supported
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Before printing in the EPSON GL/2 mode
You may need to change printer settings depending on your
output needs. Always check the printer’s setting to make sure
they match the data you are trying to print. Before you switch
conflicts with the printer’s settings:
Paper size:
Printer’s paper size setting
Driver (plotter selection): HP-GL/2 or HP-GL plotters
If you need to configure the printer settings, first switch the
emulation and then change the settings using the printer
driver, the Remote Control Panel utility, or SelecType.
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Settings or data saved in printer RAM (such as download
fonts) may be erased when you switch emulation.
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Chapter 7
Troubleshooting and Maintenance
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2
Paper Jam and Feeding Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2
Preventing paper feed and paper jam problems . . . . . . . 7-5
Print Quality Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-9
Memory Problems
Option Problems
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Status and Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-17
Hex Dump Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-23
Replacing the Imaging Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-24
Optimizing Print Quality . . . . .
Adjusting RITech . . . . . . .
The RITech setting . . . . . .
Adjusting print density . . .
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Cleaning the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-30
Removing spilled toner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-31
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Introduction
This chapter provides the information necessary for you to
keep the printer in optimum condition. This chapter tells you
how to
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Solve problems you may encounter
Replace consumables
Optimize print quality
Also included is a complete description of the status, error, and
warning messages shown on the printer’s control panel display.
Paper Jam and Feeding Problems
The printer stops and the Feed Jam message appears.
1. Open the front cover. Carefully remove all the paper in the
MP tray along with any sheets that have fed part way into
the printer.
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2. Open the printer cover. Be sure to remove any pieces of
paper that may have torn off or are remaining in the
printer.
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Opening the printer cover exposes the fuser, which is marked
by a CAUTION HOT SURFACE label. Be careful not to
touch the fuser.
If necessary, remove the imaging cartridge and any paper left
in the paper feed path, and then reinsert the imaging
cartridge.
3. Close the printer cover. Tap the edges of the paper stack on a
flat surface and carefully reload it into the paper bin. (Do
not reload curled or wrinkled sheets.) Close the front cover.
4. The jammed page’s print data is automatically reprinted.
The printer stops and the Paper Jam message appears.
1. Open the printer cover and remove the imaging cartridge.
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Opening the printer cover exposes the fuser, which is marked
by a CAUTION HOT SURFACE label. Be careful not to
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2. Gently pull out the paper. If it tears, make sure you remove
any pieces remaining in the printer.
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Note:
Because the toner on the paper inside the printer may not have
been fixed on the page, toner may come off on your hands when
you remove the paper. If you spill toner on your clothing, rinse it
off with cold water. Using hot water may leave a permanent stain.
3. Reinstall the imaging cartridge. Then close the printer cover.
4. After a paper jam, the jammed page’s print data is
automatically reprinted.
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Preventing paper feed and paper jam problems
If you have frequent paper feed or paper jam problems, use
this checklist of corrective measures:
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Use a higher-quality paper, one that is not too thin or
rough.
Fan the stack of paper and then tap its edges to align it
before you load it.
Be sure that you do not load too much paper in the tray.
Be sure to adjust the paper guides so that the paper can
slide in and out freely.
Never let more than 250 sheets accumulate in the output
tray on top of the printer.
Try turning over the stack of paper in the tray. 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 up.
The display panel stays blank when you turn the printer on.
Turn off the printer and check the power cable connections
between the printer and the electrical outlet; then turn the
printer back on.
If the electrical outlet is controlled by an outside source such as
a wall switch, make sure the switch is turned on or plug
another electrical device into the outlet to check whether the
outlet is operating properly.
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The On Line light is on but nothing prints.
Your computer may not be properly connected to the printer.
Perform the procedure described in “Testing the
computer-to-printer connection” in the Getting Ready! booklet.
The interface cable may not be plugged in securely. Check both
ends of the cable between the printer and the computer.
Make sure that your interface cable meets the specifications for
the printer and computer.
If you are using the serial interface, set the baud rate, protocol,
data bit, and related settings. See your computer manual for
the correct settings and interface requirements.
If you are using the parallel interface, set the Speed setting (on
either the Parallel B or C menu) to match the value the
computer requires.
Make sure that your software is properly set up for your
printer.
The imaging cartridge may be empty. Replace it as described at
the end of this chapter.
The printer doesn’t print and the On Line light is off.
Press On Line once to put the printer on line (the On Line light
comes on).
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The font selected with software commands won’t print.
The selected font is not supported by your printer. Be sure you
have installed the correct font. See Appendix D for more
information.
Some or all of the output is garbled or printed as asterisks.
If you use the Remote Control Panel, check whether any
Remote Control Panel settings have been changed by another
user.
Make sure that both ends of the interface cable are plugged in
securely.
Make sure you use a double-shielded, twisted-pair interface
cable no longer than six feet in length for Parallel B; no longer
than 30 feet in length for Parallel C.
If you are using an optional serial interface, set the parity, baud
rate, number of data bits, and number of stop bits to match the
computer.
The Image Optimum setting may be set to Auto or On. If it is,
fonts other than you expect may be printed to increase the
printing speed. Turn the Image Optimum setting off in the
printer driver, the Remote Control Panel utility, or SelecType.
The emulation setting for that port may not be correct. Specify
the emulation mode with the Remote Control Panel utility or
SelecType.
If the printer still does not print correctly, contact your dealer
or a qualified service person.
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The position of the printout is not correct.
Make sure that you are using the correct page length and
margin settings in your application program.
Graphics don’t print correctly.
Make sure that your software program is set for the printer
emulation you are using. For example, if you are using the LJ4
emulation, be sure that your graphics software is set for a
LaserJet 4 printer.
If you are using a serial interface, make sure that you set the
appropriate protocol settings in the SelecType Serial Menu.
Graphics require large amounts of memory; see “Memory
Problems” in this chapter for more help.
The Remote Control Panel utility does not function as expected.
Your settings may have been changed by your software
program, which overrides the Remote Control Panel utility.
Initialize the printer as described later in this chapter.
SelecType does not function as expected.
Software programs override SelecType settings. Use software
settings instead of SelecType settings whenever possible.
Your settings may have been changed by your software
program. Perform a factory reset (initialize) with the SelecType
Init function in the SelecType Setup Menu. For more
information, see Chapter 6.
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You may not have reset the printer after making settings. Press
the Alt button and Continue button at the same time to reset
the printer and enable the new settings.
When transporting the printer
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Whenever you ship or transport the printer, first remove the
Imaging cartridge and place it in a plastic bag. Seal the bag to
prevent the fine toner particles from spilling into the printer or
onto your clothing.
Print Quality Problems
Dark or dirty background
Lighten the Density setting using the Remote Control Panel
utility, the printer driver, or the SelecType Config Menu.
Clean the paper path inside the printer with a clean, dry cloth.
Clean internal printer components by printing three pages
with only one character per page.
There may be a problem with the imaging cartridge. Remove
the cartridge, shake it from side to side, and then reinstall it. If
this does not solve the problem, replace the imaging cartridge
as described later in this chapter.
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Vertical black or white bands or lines
Clean the printer lens. Remove the imaging cartridge and place
it on a clean, flat surface. Clean the lens as shown below.
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Wipe the lens from end to end with a dry, lint-free cloth. Then
reinsert the imaging cartridge in the printer and close the
printer cover. If the problem persists, install a new imaging
cartridge as described later in this chapter and print several
pages to check the print quality.
Horizontal black or white bands, or a black page
Install a new imaging cartridge as described later in this
chapter.
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Uneven darkness
Take out the imaging cartridge, shake it from side to side, and
reinstall it.
Your paper may be moist or damp. Printing is sensitive to
moisture absorbed by the paper. Do not store your paper in a
humid or damp environment.
Install a new imaging cartridge as described later in this
chapter. Then print several pages to check the print quality.
Toner smudges
Remove the imaging cartridge, shake it from side to side to
distribute the toner, and wipe the bottom of it with a clean, dry
cloth.
Clean the paper path inside the printer using a clean, dry cloth.
Clean internal printer components by printing three pages
with only one character per page.
If the problem remains, replace the imaging cartridge as
described later in this chapter.
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Missing areas on printed image
Your paper may be moist or damp. Printing is sensitive to
moisture absorbed by the paper. The higher the moisture
content in the paper, the lighter the printed output. Do not
store your paper in a humid or damp environment.
You may not be using the correct type of paper for your
printer. If the surface of your paper is too rough, printed
characters appear distorted or broken. Smooth, high-quality
copier paper is recommended for best results. See “Paper
Specifications” in Appendix A for information on choosing
paper.
Completely blank pages
If after checking the SelecType Toner option in the Setup
Menu, the Toner message indicates that the amount of toner is
low (E* F), read “Replacing the Imaging Cartridge” starting on
page 7-24.
Check that the imaging cartridge is installed as described in the
Getting Ready! booklet or in “Replacing the Imaging Cartridge”
later in this chapter.
The problem may be with your software program or interface
cable. Print out a status sheet. If blank pages continue to print,
the problem may be with the printer. Turn off the printer and
contact your dealer.
Printed image is light or faint
Darken the Density setting using the printer driver, Remote
Control Panel utility, or the SelecType Config Menu.
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Your paper may be moist or damp. Printing is sensitive to
moisture absorbed by the paper. The higher the moisture
content in the paper, the lighter the printed output. Do not
store your paper in a humid or damp environment.
Take out the imaging cartridge, shake it from side to side to
distribute the toner, and then reinstall it. If the problem
persists, replace the imaging cartridge as described at the end
of this chapter.
The Toner Save mode may be on. Turn off the Toner Save
mode using the printer driver, the Remote Control Panel
utility, OneTouch mode 2, or SelecType.
Image is too dark
The Density setting may be incorrect. Change the print density
using the printer driver, the Remote Control Panel utility, or
the SelecType Config Menu.
If the problem persists, replace the imaging cartridge as
described at the end of this chapter.
Non-printed side of the page is dirty
Toner may have spilled in the paper feed path. Remove the
imaging cartridge and then clean the paper path of the printer
using a soft, lint-free cloth.
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Opening the printer exposes the fuser, which is marked by a
CAUTION HOT SURFACE label. Be careful not to touch the
fuser.
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Memory Problems
Mem Overflow
This message indicates that you need to simplify the page you
are trying to print, change your memory allocation, or add
more memory to your printer.
Try simplifying your page by reducing the number or size of
fonts or the number or size of graphics, or both.
Image Optimum
The printer cannot print at the requested quality level because
of insufficient memory, and the printer reduces the quality
automatically so that the printer can continue printing. Check
to see if the printout is acceptable. If not, add more memory
(for a permanent solution) or set Device Resolution to Low
(300 dpi) and Page Protect to OFF temporarily in the printer
driver.
Option Problems
The message Illegal AUX I/F Card or Illegal I/F Module appears
The message Illegal AUX I/F Card means that the printer cannot
read the installed optional interface card. Turn off the printer,
then remove the card.
The message Illegal I/F Module means that the printer cannot
read the installed optional LocalTalk/Serial module. Turn off
the printer, then remove the module.
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Illegal AUX I/F Card indicates both the LocalTalk/Serial
module (set in LocalTalk) and the LocalTalk Type B I/F card
are installed simultaneously. Remove one of them.
Make sure the I/F card is listed in the table of installable ones
in Appendix A.
Paper does not feed from the optional lower paper cassette
Be sure you have selected the proper paper tray in your
software.
There may be no paper in the lower paper cassette. Load it
with paper.
Be sure that the lower paper cassette is properly installed and
that you have not tried to load it with too many sheets of
paper. The cassette can hold a maximum of 500 sheets of
75g/m2 (20 lb) paper.
The lower paper cassette may not be installed properly. See
Chapter 4 for instructions on installing the lower paper cassette.
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Feed Jam when using the optional lower paper cassette
1. Remove the paper tray from the lower paper cassette.
2. Remove any folded paper from the paper cassette, and
discard any curled or wrinkled sheets.
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3. Tap the edge of the paper stack. Then reinsert it into the
cassette making sure the paper is evenly aligned and rests
below the maximum paper mark.
4. Make sure you are using the correct paper size. Your cassette
can contain only A4 (A4 size cassette) or letter size (LT size
cassette) paper. Also make sure you are using paper that
meets the specifications for this printer.
5. Press the Continue button. The jammed page’s print data is
automatically reprinted.
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Even with additional memory installed, complex pages don’t print
and the Mem Overflow message still appears.
The Page Protect setting in the printer driver, the Remote
Control Panel utility, or SelecType may need to be changed.
See “Memory Problems” in this chapter for more information.
You may not have installed enough memory. If you are
printing at 600 dpi, printing at 300 dpi may solve the problem.
Status and Error Messages
This section contains an alphabetical list of status, error, and
warning messages that appear in the control panel display.
Check Paper Size
The paper size setting is different from the size loaded in the
printer. Check to see if the correct size of paper is loaded in the
tray; then press the Continue button to clear the message.
If you turn on Size Ignore on the SelecType Config menu, this
error does not occur.
Feed Jam
Paper is not feeding into the printer from the specified feeder
(or cassette) or has jammed on its way into the printer. Remove
the jammed paper. See page 7-2 for feed jams in the printer.
See page 7-15 for feed jams in the optional paper cassette. See
page 7-5 for advice on preventing this problem.
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Form Feed
When the printer is off line and data remains in the printer’s
memory, pressing Form Feed prints out the data and clears
the buffer. After printing, Ready appears on the display.
Illegal AUX I/F Card
The printer cannot read the installed optional interface card.
Turn off the printer, then remove the card.
Illegal I/F Module
The printer cannot read the installed optional LocalTalk/Serial
module. Turn off the printer, then remove the module.
Image Optimum
The printer cannot print at the requested quality level because
of insufficient memory, and the printer reduces the quality
automatically so that the printer can continue printing. Check
to see if the printout is acceptable. If not, add more memory
(for a permanent solution) or set Device Resolution to Low
(300 dpi) and Page Protect to OFF temporarily in the driver.
Manual Feed XXX
Manual Feed mode is specified for the current print job. Make
sure the paper size indicated by XXX is loaded in the MP Tray,
then press On Line.
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If you do not want to print this job in manual mode, press
Continue. The printer feeds paper according to the Paper
Source setting.
For detailed information on the Manual Feed mode, see
Chapter 1.
Mem Overflow
The printer has insufficient memory available for the current
task. To correct the error, press Continue. If the message
remains, press Reset.
You can also clear this error by turning the printer off and back
on again. However, it may be necessary to reduce the number
or size of fonts, reduce the number or size of graphics, lower
the resolution, or add more memory to the printer.
Paper Jam
Paper is jammed in the paper path. Open the printer cover and
clear the jammed paper as described on page 7-2 or 7-15. After
the jam is cleared, the jammed page’s print data is
automatically reprinted.
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Opening the printer cover exposes the fuser, which is marked
by a CAUTION HOT SURFACE label. Be careful not to
touch the fuser.
Paper Out XXX YY
There is no paper in the specified paper source (XXX). Load
paper of the indicated size (YY) into the source and press
Continue. See Chapter 1 for instructions on loading paper.
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Paper Set XXX YY
The paper loaded in the tray (XXX) does not match the required
paper size, (YY). Replace the paper with the correct size of
paper and press Continue.
Print Overrun
The time required to process data exceeds the print engine
speed because the volume of data is too great. Press Continue
to resume printing. If this message appears again, change the
Page Protect setting in SelecType Config Menu.
Printer Open
The printer cover is open. Close the printer cover to continue
printing.
Ready
The printer is ready to receive data or print.
Reset
The printer’s current interface has been reset and the buffer is
cleared. However, other interfaces are still active and retain
their settings and data.
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Reset All
All printer settings have been reset to the user default
configuration.
Reset to Save
You have changed the SelecType setting but the new setting is
not activated immediately after exiting SelecType. To activate
the new setting, do one of the following: (1) exit SelecType by
pressing Continue or On Line (the new setting is activated
after the current print job is finished), or (2) reset the printer by
pressing ALT and Reset at the same time.
Self Test
The printer is performing its internal check cycle. It finishes
soon.
ROM Check
The printer is checking the ROM.
RAM check
The printer is checking the RAM.
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Service Req.CXXX
Service Req.EXXX
A controller error or a print engine error has been detected.
Write down the error number listed on the display and turn off
the printer. Wait at least five seconds and then turn it back on.
If the error message still appears, turn off the printer, unplug
the power cord, and contact a qualified service person.
Standby
The printer is in its low power state; however, it is still on line
if the On Line light is on.
Toner Low
The printer is almost out of toner. You should prepare a new
imaging cartridge; the toner will be out soon.
Toner Out
You must replace the imaging cartridge. Replace it as described
later in this chapter.
Press Continue to print one more page.
Warming Up
The printer is warming up.
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Hex Dump Mode
Hex dump mode (also called data dump) is a special feature
that makes it easy for experienced users to find the cause of
communication problems between the printer and the
computer. In hex dump mode the printer produces an exact
printout of the codes it receives.
1. Make sure the paper is loaded and the printer is off.
2. Hold down the Form Feed button while you turn on the
printer. Make sure you hold the button down until you see
the message HEX Dump on the display.
3. Run any program that causes the printer to print. Your
printer prints out all the codes it receives in hexadecimal
format.
4. To turn off the hex dump mode, turn off the printer or reset it
by pressing and holding the ALT and Continue buttons at
the same time. When Reset All appears on the display,
release the buttons.
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Replacing the Imaging Cartridge
The imaging cartridge prints up to 6,000 pages depending
upon the complexity of your print jobs.
If your printed images become faint, enter the SelecType Setup
Menu to use the Toner function to find out approximately how
much toner remains in the imaging cartridge.
Simply count the asterisks between the E (empty) and the F
(full) on the display. Each asterisk represents about 25% of the
total toner capacity. If you see only one asterisk on the display,
indicating that there is less than 25% toner left, you should get
ready to replace the imaging cartridge.
When replacing a cartridge, be sure to use the S051016 imaging
cartridge. Even if you have a cartridge labeled S051011, do not
use it; order the S051016 cartridge that is specially designed for
your high-quality 600 dpi printer.
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Warning:
Do not touch the fuser, which is marked with a CAUTION
HOT SURFACE label.
1. Make sure the printer is turned on.
2. Gently open the printer cover and remove the imaging
cartridge by pulling it up toward you.
3. Dispose of the used imaging cartridge with nonburnable
items.
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Caution:
Do not turn the imaging cartridge upside down. Do not
expose the imaging cartridge to light any longer than
necessary.
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4. Remove the new imaging cartridge from its aluminum bag.
While holding the cartridge horizontally, gently shake it a
few times to distribute the toner evenly.
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5. Set the imaging cartridge on a clean, flat surface. Firmly grip
the tab on the left side of the imaging cartridge. Pull the
clear seal all the way out with firm, even pressure as
shown.
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6. Hold the imaging cartridge and gently shake the cartridge
from front to back.
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7. Insert the imaging cartridge into the printer by placing the
pins on each side of the cartridge into the grooves inside
the printer. Slide it gently into the opening until it stops.
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8. Gently press down on the printer cover until it clicks into the
closed position.
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Never transport the printer with the imaging cartridge
installed.
Note:
Be sure to select Toner Count Clear on the SelecType Setup menu
when installing or replacing a new imaging cartridge.
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Optimizing Print Quality
Adjusting RITech
Resolution Improvement Technology (RITech) is EPSON’s new
printer technology that improves the appearance of printed
lines, text, and graphics.
The RITech setting
The factory setting for RITech gives the best quality text and
graphics for nearly all purposes. You may not need to set or
adjust anything. Occasionally, however, adjusting the RITech
setting may further improve the print quality. For example,
you may want to change the setting after you replace an
imaging cartridge or if you notice that your printing is not as
smooth and crisp as it should be. Before adjusting the RITech
setting, print a status sheet for a RITech test pattern to help you
in determining which setting is best for you.
Note:
Before printing a status sheet, turn the Toner Save Mode off with the
Windows driver, the Remote Control Panel, or the SelecType mode.
The RITech test pattern is not printed when the Toner Save Mode is
on.
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If the test pattern seems too heavy, change the setting to Light
as described below; if it seems too light, change the setting to
Dark; if you are printing gray shading or screen patterns,
change the setting to Off.
To change the RITech setting, follow these steps:
Using the printer driver:
Changing the RITech setting on the Printer SelecType menu in
the printer driver.
Using the Remote Control Panel utility:
Bring up the Remote Control Panel utility by typing EPRCPO
at the DOS prompt; select the appropriate emulation from the
main Remote Control Panel window; click the Printer Setup
button; then change the RITech setting.
Using SelecType:
For information on using SelecType, see Chapter 6.
If the pattern still needs to be improved, you may have to
change the print density setting. For a darker RITech setting,
make the print density lighter and vice versa. See the next
section for more information.
Adjusting print density
Do not change the print density unless it is necessary.
Changing the print density affects all text and graphics, so
check the new setting by printing several pages with various
kinds of text and graphics.
If your test pages are too light or too dark, adjust the print
density by using the printer driver, the Remote Control Panel
utility, or the SelecType mode.
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Using the printer driver:
Change the Density setting on the Printer SelecType menu in
the printer driver.
Using the Remote Control Panel utility:
Bring up the Remote Control Panel utility by typing EPRCPO
at the DOS prompt; select the appropriate emulation from the
main Remote Control Panel window; click the Printer Setup
button; then change the Density setting.
Using the SelecType mode:
For information on using SelecType, see Chapter 6.
Note:
Increasing the print density increases toner consumption. If you
select darker print, you may need to replace the imaging cartridge
more often.
Resetting the Printer
There are two ways to reset (return to a fixed set of conditions)
the printer.
Reset
Reset the settings for the emulation mode and interface you are
using now by holding down Alt and Reset until Reset appears
on the display. You can reset the printer anytime a printout is
not being sent on the interface you are using.
Reset all
Reset the settings for all emulation modes and interfaces by
holding down Alt and Reset until Reset All appears on the
display. You can also reset all emulation modes and interfaces
by turning off and turning on the printer.
Note:
Reset all clears all print jobs received from all interfaces, so be careful
not to disrupt someone else’s print job.
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Cleaning the Printer
The printer needs only minimal cleaning. If you notice a
decline in print quality, clean the glass lens and the inside of
the printer, as described in this section.
You should also clean the paper feeder and the printer cover
every few months. These procedures are described later in this
section.
Follow the steps below to clean the inside of the printer and the
paper feeder:
1. Make sure the printer is turned off.
2. Open the printer cover.
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Opening the printer exposes the fuser, which is marked by a
caution label. If you have used the printer recently, the fuser
may be hot; be careful not to touch it. Let the printer cool
before you clean the inside.
3. Remove the imaging cartridge from the printer.
4. Remove any dirt with a soft cloth.
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5. Replace the imaging cartridge.
6. Close the printer cover.
7. Open the front cover and clean the paper feeder with a soft
cloth.
Removing spilled toner
If toner spills inside the printer, do not use the printer until
you remove all the spilled toner. Follow these steps:
1. If only a small amount of toner is present, carefully wipe out
the inside of the printer with a dry cloth.
2. If a large amount of toner is present, use a small vacuum
cleaner (available from computer supply stores) to remove
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Caution:
Toner or any other fine powder can damage some vacuum
cleaners. Be sure to read the instructions for your vacuum
cleaner before you use it on spilled toner.
Note:
If you spill toner on your clothing, rinse it off with cold water. Do not
use hot water; it may cause the toner to leave a permanent stain.
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Cleaning the printer case
If the printer’s outer case is dirty or dusty, turn off the printer
and clean it with a soft, clean cloth dampened with a mild
detergent.
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Never use alcohol or thinner to clean the printer cover; these
chemicals can damage the components and the case. Be careful
not to get water on the printer mechanism or any electronic
components.
Transporting the Printer
If you need to transport your printer some distance, carefully
repack it using the original box and packaging materials as
follows:
1. Turn off the printer.
2. Open the printer cover and remove the Imaging cartridge.
3. Unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet; then
disconnect the interface cable from the printer.
4. Remove the optional lower paper cassette, if installed.
5. Attach the protective materials to the printer; then repack the
printer in its original box.
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Do not expose the Imaging cartridge to light any longer than
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Specifications
Note:
Since the quality of any particular brand or type of paper may be changed by the
manufacturer at any time, EPSON cannot guarantee the guality of any type of
paper. Always test samples of paper stock before purchasing large quantities or
printing large jobs.
Paper Types:
Plain paper, recycled paper, labels, envelopes,
transparencies, colored paper, card stock,
letter head
Note:
Use recycled paper under normal temperature and humidity conditions only.
Poor quality paper may reduce print quality, cause paper jams and other problems.
Paper weight:
Plain paper
Card stock
60 to 90 g/m2, 16 to 24 lb
90 to 157 g/m2, 24 to 42 lb
Paper size:
Paper
A-2
Technical Specifications
A4 (210 mm × 297 mm)
A5 (148 mm × 210 mm)
B5 (182 mm × 257 mm)
Letter (8.5 × 11 inches)
Half-Letter (5.5 × 8.5 inches)
Legal (8.5 × 14 inches)
Government Letter (8.5 × 10.5 inches)
Government Legal (8.5 × 13 inches)
Executive (7.25 × 10.5 inches)
F4 (210 mm × 330 mm)
Custom (92 ~ 216 mm ö 148.5 ~ 356 mm)
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Monarch (3 7/8 7 1/2 inches)
Commercial 10 (4 1/8 9 1/2 inches)
DL (110 mm × 220 mm)
C5 (162 mm × 229 mm)
International B5 (176 mm × 250 mm)
C6 (114 mm ö 162 mm)
Caution:
Only load paper sizes that are listed above.
Printable area:
95 dots from paper edge based on 600 dpi
Note:
Printable area varies according to the emulation mode.
Printer
General
Printing method:
Laser beam scanning and dry
electrophotographic process
Resolution:
600 ö 600 dpi
Printing speed:
Up to 12 pages per minute depending on the
font and quantity of data
First print:
Less than 16 seconds with A4/letter
Warm-up time:
About 60 seconds at normal temperature
Paper feed:
Automatic or manual feed
Paper feed alignment:
Center alignment for all sizes
Input paper supply
(75g/m2 paper):
Paper eject:
Up to 250 sheets in the MP Tray
Up to 500 sheets per optional lower paper cassette
(up to two optional cassettes)
Up to 10 envelopes, depending on thickness
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Paper eject capacity
(75g/m2 paper):
200 sheets
Internal emulation:
HP LaserJet4 emulation (LJ4 mode)
HP-GL/2 emulation (GL2 mode)
ESC/P 24-pin printer emulation (ESC/P2 mode)
ESC/P 9-pin printer emulation (FX mode)
IBM Proprinter emulation (I239X mode)
Optional emulation:
EpsonScript Level 2
Resident fonts:
45 scalable fonts, and one bitmap font
(in LJ4 mode)
RAM:
2 MB, expandable up to 64 MB
Environmental
Temperature:
Operation:
Storage:
10 to 35ºC (50 to 95ºF)
0 to 35ºC (32 to 95ºF)
Humidity:
Operation:
Storage:
15 to 85% RH
15 to 85% RH
Altitude:
2,500 meters (8200 feet) maximum
Mechanical
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Dimensions and weight:
Height:
Width:
Depth:
Weight:
Durability:
5 years or 300,000 sheets, whichever comes first
Technical Specifications
265 mm (10.4 inches)
411 mm (16.2 inches)
484 mm (19.0 inches)
Approx. 15 kg (33.1 lb)
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Electrical
110 V model
230 V model
Voltage
90 V to 132 V
198 V to 264 V
Rated frequency
50 Hz to 60 Hz ± 3 Hz
50Hz to 60Hz ± 3Hz
Rated current
7A
4A
Power consumption
Less than 900 W
Less than 900 W
Power consumption *
in Standby mode
Less than 30 W
Less than 30 W
* No option installed
Note:
Check the label on the back of the printer for the voltage of your printer.
Interface
Parallel B interface
The parallel B (IEEE 1284-I compliant) interface connector pin
assignments are shown in the table below.
Pin No.
Direction
IEEE 1284-B connector
Compatibility
Nibble
nStorbe
HostClk
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IN
2
IN
DATA1
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DATA2
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DATA3
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DATA4
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DATA5
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DATA6
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DATA8
PtrClk
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OUT
Busy
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IEEE 1284-B connector
Compatibility
Nibble
12
OUT
PError
AckDataReq
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OUT
Select
Xflag
14
IN
nAutoFd
HostBusy
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NC
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GND
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CG
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OUT
PeripheralLogic High
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GND
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IN
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OUT
nlnit
nFault
nDataAvail
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GND
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NC
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OUT
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IN
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nSelectln
IEEE1284active
Note:
The column heading “Direction” refers to the direction of signal flow as viewed
from the printer.
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Parallel C interface
The parallel C (IEEE 1284-II compliant) interface connector pin
assignments and a description of the interface signals are shown in the
table below.
Pin No.
Direction
IEEE1284-C connector
Compatibility
Nibble
ECP
PtrBusy
PeriphAck
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OUT
Busy
2
OUT
Select
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OUT
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PtrClk
PeriphClk
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nFault
nDataAvail
nPeriphRequest
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PError
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nAckReverse
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IN/OUT
DATA1
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IN/OUT
DATA2
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IN/OUT
DATA3
Xflag
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IN/OUT
DATA4
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DATA5
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DATA6
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DATA7
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HostClk
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nSelectln
IEEE1284active
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IN
nAutoFd
18
IN
19 - 35
36
DATA8
nlnit
nReverseRequest
HostBusy
HostAck
HostLogicHigh
GND
OUT
PeripheralLogic High
Note:
The column heading “Direction” refers to the direction of signal flow as viewed
from the printer.
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nStrobe/HostClk
Compatibility mode: Latch pulse used to read in print data. When low,
DATA is valid.
negotiation phase: Latch pulse used to read in extensibility request values.
Nibble mode: Always high.
ECP mode: Used to transfer data and addresses from the host to the
printer with handshaking via PeriphAck (Busy).
DATA1 to DATA8 (bidirectional, but may always be an input if
ECP or EPP mode is not supported)
Compatibility mode: Forward channel data.
negotiation phase: Extensibility request value.
Nibble mode: Not used.
ECP mode: Bi-directional data.
nACK/PtrClk/PeriphClk
All modes: DTA8 is the MSB, DATA1 is the LSB.
Compatibility mode: Acknowledgment low pulse in order to indicate that
data was transferred from the host.
negotiation phase: Low signal indicates IEEE 1284 is supported; set to
high afterwards to indicate that the Xflag and “data available” flag are
valid.
reverse data transfer phase: In nibble mode, a low signal indicates that the
nibble data is valid.
reverse idle phase: When switched from low to high, generates an
interrupt that notifies the host that there is data available.
ECP mode: Used to transfer data from the printer to the host with
handshaking via HostAck (nAutoFd).
Busy/PtrBusy/PeriphClk
Compatibility mode: High signal indicates that the printer is not ready to
receive data.
negotiation phase: Reflects the BUSY status of the forward channel.
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reverse data transfer phase: In nibble mode, this signal serves as nibble
data bit 3 and then 7.
reverse idle phase: Reflects the BUSY status of the forward channel.
ECP mode: Used for forward direction flow control. In reverse direction,
this signal is used as a ninth data bit that indicates whether the data
signals indicates a command or data.
PError/AckDataReq/nAckReverse
Compatibility mode: High signal indicates that a feed jam occurred in the
paper supply section, or that there is no paper in the paper tray.
negotiation phase: High signal indicates whether or not IEEE 1284 is
supported or not. Afterwards, this signal conforms with nDataAvail
(nFault).
reverse data transfer phase: In nibble mode, this signal serves as nibble
data bit 2 and then 6.
reverse idle phase: High until the host requests a data transfer.
Afterwards, this signal conforms with nDataAvail (nFault).
ECP mode: Low signal authorizes nReverseRequest. The host looks at this
signal in order to determine whether or not it has permission to drive the
data signals.
Select/Xflag
Compatibility mode: Always high.
negotiation phase: Xflag indicates the extensibility flag. Used to respond
to the extensibility request value sent from the host.
reverse data transfer phase: In nibble mode, this signal serves as nibble
data bit 1 and then 5.
reverse idle phase: Same as negotiation phase.
ECP mode: Same as negotiation phase.
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nAutoFd/HostBusy/HostAck
Compatibility mode: Not used.
negotiation phase: In order to request 1284 mode, this signal is set low and
IEEE 1284active (nSelectln) is set high. Afterwards, this signal is set high
when PtrClk (nAck) is set low.
reverse data transfer phase: In nibble mode, setting this signal low
indicates to the printer that the host is ready to receive data. When this
signal is subsequently set high, it indicates that the host received the data.
reverse idle phase: This signal is set high in response to a PtrClk (nAck)
low pulse in order to return to the reverse data phase. If this signal is set
high at the same time that IEEE 1284active (nSelectln) is set low the IEEE
1284 idle phase is aborted and the interface returns to compatibility mode.
ECP mode: Used for reverse direction flow control. Also used for
handshaking via PeriphClk (nAck).
NC
Not used.
PeripheralLogicHigh
Parallel B: NC.
Parallel C: Pull up to +5V with 3.9 KΩ.
nlnit/nReverseRequest
Compatibility mode: When a low signal is detected, the printer is deemed
to be BUSY until the low signal is released.
negotiation phase: Always high.
reverse data transfer phase: Always high.
ECP mode: Low when switching to reverse direction. The peripheral
device has permission to drive the data signals only when this signal is
low and 1284active is high.
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nFault/nDataAvail/nPeriphRequest
Compatibility mode: Low signal indicates that an error occurred.
negotiation phase: This signal is set high in order to authorize 1284
compatibility. In nibble mode, after the host sets HostBusy (nAutoFd)
high, this signal is set low in order to indicate that the transmission data is
ready.
reverse data transfer phase: This signal is set low in order to indicate to a
nibble mode host that the transmission data is ready. Afterwards, this
signal serves as nibble data bit 0 and then 4.
reverse idle phase: Indicates whether or not the data is valid.
ECP mode: This signal is set low to request communications with the host.
Valid in both forward and reverse direction.
nSelectln/IEEE1284active
Compatibility mode: Always low.
negotiation phase: This signal is set high at the same time that HostBusy is
low in order to request 1284 mode.
reverse data transfer phase: This signal is set high to indicate that the bus
direction is from the printer to the host. This signal is set low to terminate
1284 mode, setting the bus direction from the host to the printer.
reverse idle phase: Same as reverse data transfer phase.
ECP mode: Always high. This signal is set low to terminate ECP mode
and return to compatibility mode.
HostLogicHigh
NC. (Not used.)
GND
Twisted pair return signal.
CG
Connected to the printer chassis. This signal and GND are connected.
+5V
Pull up to +5V with 1 kΩ
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Using the ECP mode in Windows 95
To use the ECP mode with a Parallel C (IEEE 1284 level II compliant)
connector, your computer must support the ECP mode.
Note:
The ECP mode is not available with Windows 3.1 and Windows NT.
To use the ECP mode, follow these steps:
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1.
Make the ECP mode settings in the BIOS setting program that comes
with your computer. (For details of the settings and the program, see
your computer’s manual.)
2.
Click the Start button, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel.
3.
Right-click the System icon, and click Open in the menu that appears.
4.
Select the Device Manager tab.
5.
Select the ECP Printer Port under Ports [COM & LPT], then click the
Properties button.
6.
Select the Resources tab.
7.
Make the appropriate setting in the Resource settings dialog box. (This
setting depends on your computer system. For details, see your
computer manual.)
8.
Click OK to save the settings.
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Serial Interface
The printer’s resident serial interface can be set for either RS-232C or
current loop operation. This interface has the following characteristics:
Data format
Word length:
7 or 8 bits
Parity:
None, odd, or even
Stop bits:
1 or 2
Printer ready protocol:
Enabled (XON/XOFF protocol set to ON)
You can set the data format using options and menu items in the
SelecType mode.
Baud rate (bits per second):
300, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200,
38400, 57600
Note:
When using the serial interface as RS-232C, the availability of baud rates over
38400 depends on your computer’s hardware reliability (including the interface
cable). When using the serial interface as Current loop, the availability of baud
rates over 2400 depends on your computer’s hardware reliability (including the
interface cable). EPSON does not recommend or guarantee the use of any
particular brand of computer.
Signal level:
RS-232C:
Conforms to EIA
Connector
D-sub 25-pin connector (computer)/mini DIN (printer)
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Handshaking
The printer’s serial interface can use DTR (Data Terminal Ready) signal
levels and XON/XOFF communication protocols either separately or in
combination. When the vacant area for data in the input buffer drops to
256 bytes, the printer outputs an XOFF code or sets the DTR signal level to
low (MARK), indicating that it cannot receive more data.
Once the vacant area for data in the buffer recovers to 512 bytes, the
printer outputs the XON code or sets the DTR flag to high (SPACE),
indicating that it is again ready to receive data.
Error handling
A * character is printed if a parity error, framing error, or overrun error is
detected.
Pin assignments
The serial interface connector pin assignments and a description of the
interface signals are shown in the table below. The direction of signals is
given as viewed from the printer.
Signal
pin
RS-232C
2
Direction
Description
TXD
OUT
Transmits data. This pin
transmits serial data from the
printer to the computer.
3
RXD
IN
Received data. This pin
transmits data from the
computer to the printer.
5
CTS
17
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Current
loop
TTY-TXD
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IN
Always ignored
OUT
Transmits data. This pin
transmits serial data from the
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Current
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Direction
Description
OUT
Data terminal ready. This pin
indicates whether or not the
printer is ready to receive
data. If the printer ready
protocol is not selected, the
printer is always ready to
receive data (this pin is always
HIGH.) If the printer ready
protocol is selected, the
printer can accept data when
the pin level is HIGH and
cannot accept data when
the pin level is LOW. When the
DTR signal goes LOW, the host
computer must stop sending
data within 256 characters.
This function can be set on or
off with the default-setting
mode of the printer.
23
TTY-RXD
Return
Received data. This pin
transmits serial data from the
computer to the printer.
24
TTY-RXD
Return
Transmits data. This pin
transmits serial data from the
printer to the computer.
25
TTY-RXD
IN
Received data. This pin
transmits serial data from the
computer to the printer.
Note:
The column heading “Direction” refers to the direction of signal flow as viewed
from the printer.
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Options and Consumables
500-Sheet Lower Paper Cassette
Paper size:
A4 (C81262✽) or Letter (C81263✽)
Paper weight:
60 to 90 g/m2 (16 to 24 lb)
Paper feed:
Automatic feed delivery system
Cassette capacity up to 500 sheets
(75 g/m2 or 20 lb paper)
Feeding speed:
For the first sheet, 22 seconds or less;
subsequent sheets, 12 pages per minute
Paper types:
Plain paper, such as copier paper, and
recycled paper
AC power supply:
DC 5 V supplied by the printer
Dimensions and weight:
Height
107 mm (4.2 inches)
Width
405 mm (15.9 inches)
Depth
477 mm (18.9 inches) including the cassette
Weight
4.0 kg (8.8 lb) including the cassette
Imaging cartridge (S051016)
Storage temperature:
0 to 35°C (32 to 95°F)
Storage humidity:
35 to 85% RH
Shelf life:
18 months after production
Life:
Up to 6000 pages under the following
conditions: Letter or A4-size paper,
continuous printing, and 5% print ratio
The number of pages you can print with an imaging cartridge varies
depending on the type of printing. If you print a few pages at a time or
print dense text exceeding the 5% print ratio, your cartridge may print
fewer pages.
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Proof Sign-off:
Nishi
Norum
Grady
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Appendix B
Symbol Sets
B
Introduction to Symbol Sets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-2
In LJ4 Emulation Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-3
International Set for ISO sets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-18
In ESC/P 2 or FX Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-19
International Character Sets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-23
Characters available with the ESC (^ command . . . . . . . . . B-24
In I239X Emulation Mode
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-24
In EPSON GL/2 Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-24
Symbol Sets
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Introduction to Symbol Sets
Your printer can access a variety of symbol sets. Many of these symbol
sets differ only in the international characters specific to each language.
Note:
Normally, your software handles fonts and symbols, so you probably never need
to adjust the printer’s settings. If you are writing your own printer control
programs, or if you are using older software that cannot control fonts, refer to the
following sections for symbol set details.
When you are considering which font to use, you should also consider
which symbol set to combine with the font. Available symbol sets vary
depending on which emulation mode you use and which font you choose.
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In LJ4 Emulation Mode
The following table lists the symbol sets available in LJ4 emulation mode.
A table of the characters for each set is included later in this chapter.
Symbol set name
Roman-8*
(includes another 19 sets)
Roman Extension
ECM94-1
Legal
8859-2 ISO
PsMath
8859-9 ISO
WiTurkish
MsPublishing
VeMath
DeskTop
Math-8
WiE.Europe
PcTk437
Windows
PsText
IBM-US
IBM-DN
McText
PcMultilingual
VeInternational
VeUS
PiFont
PcE.Europe
Symbol
WiAnsi
Wingdings
Symbol set
ID for ESC (
8U
0E
0N
1U
2N
5M
5N
5T
6J
6M
7J
8M
9E
9T
9U
10J
10U
11U
12J
12U
13J
14J
15U
17U
19M
19U
579L
Available typefaces
(see next page)
43 typefaces + bitmap**
bitmap
43 typefaces + bitmap
43 typefaces + bitmap
43 typefaces + bitmap
35 typefaces
43 typefaces + bitmap
43 typefaces
35 typefaces
35 typefaces
43 typefaces
35 typefaces
43 typefaces
43 typefaces
43 typefaces
43 typefaces
43 typefaces + bitmap
43 typefaces + bitmap
43 typefaces
43 typefaces + bitmap
43 typefaces
43 typefaces
35 typefaces
43 typefaces
Symbol Set SWA
43 typefaces
More WingBats SWM
* The other 19 sets are the following: Norweg1, Italian, Swedish, ANSI
ASCII, UK, French, German, Spanish, Norweg2, French2, HP German,
JIS ASCll, HP Spanish, Chinese, IRV, Swedis2, Portuguese, IBM Portuguese,
and IBM Spanish. These are partial variations of the Roman-8 set.
**“ Bitmap” means the “ Line Printer” typeface. All other typefaces are
scalable.
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The 35 and 43 typefaces refer to those shown in the table below:
Typefaces
B-4
35
43
Flareserif 821 SWC
Incised 901 SWC
Clarendon Condensed SWC
Ribbon 131 SWC
Original Garamond SWC
Audrey Two SWC
Zapf Humanist 601 SWC
Swiss 742 Condensed SWC
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
—
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
Swiss 721 SWM
Dutch 801 SWM
—
—
N
N
Courier SWC
Letter Gothic SWC
Dutch 801 SWC
Swiss 742 SWC
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
N
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Romon-8
ECM94-1 (0N)
ECM94-1
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Legal (1U)
LIGAL
8859-2 ISO (2N)
8859-2
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PsMath (5M)
PsMath
8859-9 ISO(5N)
8859-9
Symbol Sets
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WiTurkish (5T)
WiTurkish
MsPublishing (6J)
MsPublishing
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VeMath
DeskTop (7J)
DeskTop
Symbol Sets
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Math-8
WiE.Europe (9E)
WiE.Europe
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PcTk437
Windows (9U)
Windows
Symbol Sets
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PsText
IBM-US (10U)
IBM-US
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IBM-DN
McText (12J)
McText
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PcMulti
VeInternational (13J)
Velnter
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VeUS
PiFont (15U)
PiFont
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Pce.Europe
Symbol (19M)
Symbol
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WiAnsi
Wingdings (579L)
Wingdings
Symbol Sets
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International Set for ISO sets
To obtain the symbol sets listed below, substitute the characters in the
ANSI ASCII sets with the characters in the table below.
ASCII code hex
Iso set
ANSI ASCII (0U)
Norweg 1 (0D)
French (0F)
HP German (0G)
Italian (0l)
JlS ASCII (0K)
Swedis 2 (0S)
Norweg 2 (1D)
UK (1E)
French 2 (1F)
German (1G)
HP Spanish (1S)
Chinese (2K)
Spanish (2S)
IRV (2U)
Swedish (3S)
Portuguese (4S)
IBM Portuguese (5S)
IBM Spanish (6S)
B-18
Symbol Sets
23 24 40 5B 5C 5D 5E 60 7B 7C 7D 7E
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PC 437, 850, 860, 863, 865
857, 852, BRASCII, Abicamp
PC 437
EPSON Roman
N
×
×
Courier SWC
N
N
×
EPSON Sans serif
N
×
×
EPSON Prestige
N
×
×
EPSON Script
N
×
×
Letter Gothic SWC
N
N
×
Swiss 721 SWM
N
N
×
Dutch 801 SWM
N
N
×
OCR B
×
×
N
*Available only in ESC/P 2 mode.
PC437 (U.S./Standard Europe)
PC437
Symbol Sets
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PC850 (Multilingual)
PC860 (Portuguese)
PC850, 860
PC863 (Canadian-French)
PC865 (Norwegian)
PC863, 865
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PC857, 852
BRASCII
Abicomp
BRA,Abi
Symbol Sets
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Italic
Italic
No characters are available for hex code 15 in the italic character table.
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International Character Sets
You can select one of the following international character sets using
either SelecType or the ESC R command. For example, when you select
“Italic France” in SelecType, the characters in the “France” row in the table
below are used in the italic character table.
Country
ASCII code hex
23 24 40 5B 5C 5D 5E 60 7B 7C 7D 7E
USA
France
Germany
UK
Denmark
Sweden
Italy
Spain
Japan
Norway
DenmarkII
Spain II
Latin America
Korea*
Legal*
* Available for ESC/P 2 emulation only
Symbol Sets
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Characters available with the ESC (^ command
To print the characters in the table below, use the ESC (^ command.
In I239X Emulation Mode
Available symbol sets in I239X mode are PC437, PC850, PC860, PC863,
and PC865.
Refer to “ESC/P 2 or FX modes” in the previous section.
Available fonts are EPSON Sans Serif, Courier SWC, EPSON Prestige,
EPSON Gothic, EPSON Presentor, EPSON Orator, and EPSON Script.
In EPSON GL/2 Mode
Available symbol sets in EPSON GL/2 mode are the same as those in
LaserJet 4 emulation mode. Refer to the section on LaserJet 4 mode.
B-24
Symbol Sets
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Grady
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Command Summary
LaserJet 4 (LJ4) Emulation Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-3
GL/2 context commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-7
ESC/P 2 and FX Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-9
ESC/P 2 mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-9
FX mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-12
PJL Commands
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-15
EJL Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-16
I239X Emulation Commands
Page format . . . . . . .
Text . . . . . . . . . . . .
Auxiliary Functions . . .
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Your printer has the ability to emulate the following printers in each
printer mode:
LJ-4
Hewlett-Packard LaserJet 4 (PCL5e)
ESC/P 2
EPSON LQ-570 (24-pin)
FX
EPSON FX-870/1170, or LX-100 (9-pin)
GL/2
Hewlett-Packard GL/2 graphics language
In addition, the following printer control languages are supported:
PJL
Printer Job Language
EJL
EPSON Job Control Language
This appendix lists the printer commands for these modes. Most of the
commands closely emulate the original printer or the control language;
however, some have operational differences because the printers use
different technologies. Additional information is provided in the
descriptions of control commands with these differences.
For more information on emulation modes, refer to the following sections:
C-2
Changing the emulation mode
Chapter 6
Available symbol sets or character tables
Appendix B
Using the printer as an ESC/P 2 printer
Chapter 6
Using the printer as an FX printer
Chapter 6
Using the printer as a GL/2 plotter
Chapter 6
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LaserJet 4 (LJ4) Emulation Commands
This section lists the printer commands supported in the LJ4 emulation
mode. For more information on printer commands, see HewlettPackard’s LaserJet 4 reference manual.
Job control
Reset
Number of copies
Universal exit language
Long-edge (left) offset registration
Short-edge (right) offset registration
Unit of measure
ESC E
ESC &l#X
ESC%#X
ESC &l#U
ESC &l#Z
ESC &u#D
Page control
Paper source
Page size
Page length
Orientation
Print direction
Top margin
Text length
Left margin
Right margin
Clear horizontal margins
Perforation skip
Horizontal Motion Index (HMI)
Vertical Motion Index (VMI)
Line spacing
ESC &l#H
ESC &l#A
ESC &l#P
ESC &l#O
ESC &a#P
ESC &l#E
ESC &l#F
ESC &a#L
ESC &a#M
ESC 9
ESC &l#L
ESC &k#H
ESC &l#C
ESC &l#D
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Cursor positioning
Vertical position
ESC &a#R
ESC *p#Y
ESC &a#V
Horizontal position
ESC &a#C
ESC *p#X
ESC &a#H
Half line feed
ESC =
Line termination
Push/pop position
ESC &k#G
ESC &f#S
Font selection
Primary symbol set
Secondary symbol set
Primary spacing
Secondary spacing
Primary pitch
Secondary pitch
Set pitch mode
Primary height
Secondary height
Primary style
Secondary style
Primary font stroke weight
Secondary font stroke weight
Primary typeface family
Secondary typeface family
Primary font default
Secondary font default
Enable underline
Disable underline
Transparent print data
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ESC (id
ESC )id
ESC (s#P
ESC )s#P
ESC (s#H
ESC )s#H
ESC &k#S
ESC (s#V
ESC )s#V
ESC (s#S
ESC )s#S
ESC (s#B
ESC )s#B
ESC (s#T
ESC )s#T
ESC (3@
ESC )3@
ESC &d#D
ESC &d@
ESC &p#X[data]
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Font management
Assign font ID
Font and character control
Set symbol set
Define symbol set
Symbol set control
Select primary font with ID#
Select secondary font with ID#
ESC *c#D
ESC *c#F
ESC *c#R
ESC (f#W[data]
ESC *c#S
ESC (#X
ESC )#X
Soft font creation
Font descriptor
Download character
Character code
ESC )s#W[data]
ESC (s#W[data]
ESC *c#E
Raster Graphics
Raster resolutions
Raster graphics presentations
Start raster graphics
Raster Y offset
Set raster compression mode
Transfer raster data by row
End raster graphics (version B)
End raster graphics (version C)
Raster height
Raster width
ESC *t#R
ESC *r#F
ESC *r#A
ESC *b#Y
ESC *b#M
ESC *b#W[data]
ESC *rB
ESC *rC
ESC *r#T
ESC *r#S
Print model
Select current pattern
Select source transparency mode
Select pattern transparency mode
Rectangle width (PCL unit)
Rectangle width (decipoints)
Rectangle height (PCL unit)
Rectangle height (decipoints)
Fill rectangular area
ESC *v#T
ESC *v#N
ESC *v#O
ESC *c#A
ESC *c#H
ESC *c#B
ESC *c#V
ESC *cP
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User-defined pattern management/creation
Pattern ID
Define pattern
User-defined pattern control
Set pattern reference point
ESC *c#G
ESC *c#W[data]
ESC *c#Q
ESC *p#R
Macros
Macro ID
Macro control
ESC &f#Y
ESC &f#X
Status readback
Set status readback location type
Set status readback location unit
Inquire status readback entity
Flush all pages
Free memory space
Echo
ESC *s#T
ESC *s#U
ESC *s#I
ESC &r#F
ESC *s1M
ESC *s#X
Programming hints
End-of-line wrap
Enable display functions
Disable display functions
ESC &s#C
ESC Y
ESC Z
PCL vector graphics switching / set-up picture frame
Enter PCL mode
Enter GL/2 mode
GL/2 plot horizontal size
GL/2 plot vertical size
Set picture frame anchor point
Picture frame horizontal size
Picture frame vertical size
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ESC %#A
ESC %#B
ESC*c#K
ESC*c#L
ESC*c0T
ESC*c#X
ESC*c#Y
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GL/2 context commands
Dual context extensions
Enter PCL mode
Reset
Primary font
Secondary font
Scalable or bitmapped fonts
ESC %#A
ESC E
FI
FN
SB
Palette extensions
Transparency mode
Screened vectors
Number of Pens
TR
SV
NP
Vector Group
Arc absolute
Arc relative
Absolute arc three point
Bezier absolute
Bezier relative
Plot absolute
Plot relative
Pen down
Pen up
Relative arc three point
Polyline encoded
AA
AR
AT
BZ
BR
PA
PR
PD
PU
RT
PE
Polygon Group
Circle
Fill rectangle absolute
Fill rectangle relative
Edge rectangle absolute
Edge rectangle relative
Fill wedge
Edge wedge
Polygon mode
Fill polygon
Edge polygon
CI
RA
RR
EA
ER
WG
EW
PM
FP
EP
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Character Group
Select standard font
Select alternate font
Absolute direction
Relative direction
Absolute character size
Relative character size
Character slant
Extra space
Standard font definition
Alternate font definition
Character fill mode
Label origin
Label
Define label terminator
Character plot
Transparent data
Define variable text path
SS
SA
DI
DR
SI
SR
SL
ES
SD
AD
CF
LO
LB
DT
CP
TD
DV
Line and fill attribute group
Line type
Line attribute
Pen width
Pen width unit selection
Select pen
Symbol mode
Fill type
Anchor corner
Raster fill definition
User defined line type
LT
LA
PW
WU
SP
SM
FT
AC
RF
UL
Configuration and status group
Scale
Input window
Input P1 and P2
Input relative P1 and P2
Default values
Initialize
Rotate coordinate system
Comment
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SC
IW
IP
IR
DF
IN
RO
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ESC/P 2 and FX Commands
This section lists the printer commands supported in the ESC/P 2 and FX
emulation modes.
ESC/P 2 mode
General operation
Initialize printer
Control paper loading/ejecting
ESC @
ESC EM n
Paper feeding
Carriage return
Form feed
Line feed
Select 1/8-inch line spacing
Select 1/6-inch line spacing
Set n/180-inch line spacing
Set n/360-inch line spacing
CR
FF
LF
ESC 0
ESC 2
ESC 3 n
ESC + n
Page format
Set page format
Set page length in defined units
Set page length in lines
Set page length in inches
Set bottom margin for continuous paper
Cancel top/bottom margin for
continuous paper
Set left margin
Set right margin
ESC ( c nn
ESC ( C nn
ESC C n
ESC C 0 n
ESC N n
ESC O
ESC l n
ESC Q n
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Print position motion
Set absolute horizontal print position
Set relative horizontal print position
Set absolute vertical print position
Set relative vertical print position
Set horizontal tabs
Tab horizontally
Set vertical tabs
Tab vertically
Advance paper n/180 inch
Reverse paper n/180 inch
ESC $ n1 n2
ESC \ n1 n2
ESC ( V nn
ESC ( v nn
ESC D nn
HT
ESC B nn
VT
ESC J n
ESC j n
Font selection
Select typeface
Select font by pitch and point
Select 10.5 point, 10 cpi
Select 10.5 point, 12 cpi
Select 10.5 point, 15 cpi
Turn proportional mode on/off
Select LQ or draft
Select italic font
Cancel italic font
Select bold font
Cancel bold font
Master select
Control code set/clear
Select print Pitch
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ESC k n
ESC X nn
ESC P
ESC M
ESC g
ESC p 1/0
ESC x n
ESC 4
ESC 5
ESC E
ESC F
ESC ! n
ESC I 1/0
ESC c
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Font enhancement
Select condensed printing
Cancel condensed printing
Select double-width printing (one line)
Turn double-width printing on/off
Cancel double-width printing (one line)
Turn double-height printing on/off
Select double-strike printing
Cancel double-strike printing
Select superscript printing
Select subscript printing
Cancel superscript/subscript printing
Select line/score
Turn underline on/off
Select character style
SI
DC2
SO
ESC W 1/0
DC4
ESC w 1/0
ESC G
ESC H
ESC S 0
ESC S 1
ESC T
ESC ( - nn
ESC - 1/0
ESC q n
Spacing
Set intercharacter space
Define unit
ESC SP n
ESC ( U nn
Character handling
Assign character table
Select character table
Select an international character set
Define download character
Copy ROM to RAM
Select user-defined set
Enable printing of upper control codes
Enable upper control codes
Print data as characters
ESC ( t nn
ESC t n
ESC R n
ESC & nn
ESC : 0 n 0
ESC % n
ESC 6
ESC 7
ESC ( ^ nn
Bit image
Selection and printing of bit image
Select graphic mode
Print raster graphics
ESC * nn
ESC ( G nn
ESC . c v hm
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FX mode
Printer commands arranged by topic
The following section lists and describes all FX and LQ commands by
topic.
Printer operation
Initialize printer
Control paper loading/ejecting
ESC @
ESC EM n
Data control
Carriage return
CR
Vertical motion
Form feed
Set page length in lines
Set page length in inches
Set skip over perforation
Cancel skip over perforation
Line feed
Select 1/8-inch line spacing
Select 7/72-inch line spacing
Select 1/6-inch line spacing
Select n/216-inch line spacing
Perform n/216-inch line spacing
Tab vertically
Set vertical tabs
FF
ESC C n
ESC C 0 n
ESC N n
ESC O
LF
ESC 0
ESC 1
ESC 2
ESC 3 n
ESC J
VT
ESC B nn
Note:
Your printer will not print characters beyond one page length (set with the ESC
C or ESC C0 commands), while an FX printer might print them.
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Horizontal motion
Set absolute horizontal print position
Set relative horizontal print position
Set left margin
Set right margin
Tab horizontally
Set horizontal tabs
ESC $ n1 n2
ESC\n1 n2
ESC l n
ESC Q n
HT
ESC D nn
Overall printing style
Select letter quality or draft
ESC x n
Note:
The print quality and speed cannot be changed even if you send the ESC x
command.
Select typeface family
Master select
ESC k n
ESC ! n
Print size and character width
Select 10 cpi
Select 12 cpi
Turn proportional mode on/off
Select condensed mode
Cancel condensed mode
Select double-width mode (one line)
Cancel double-width mode (one line)
Turn double-width mode on/off
Turn double-height printing on/off
ESC P
ESC M
ESC p 1/0
SI
DC2
SO
DC4
ESC W 1/0
ESC w 1/0
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Font enhancement
Select emphasized mode
Cancel emphasized mode
Select double-strike mode
Cancel double-strike mode
ESC E
ESC F
ESC G
ESC H
Note:
The ESC G and ESC E commands produce identical effects, so you cannot obtain
darker print by combining the two.
Select superscript/subscript mode
Cancel superscript/subscript mode
Select italic mode
Cancel italic mode
Turn underline mode on/off
ESC S 0/1
ESC T
ESC 4
ESC 5
ESC - 1/0
Word processing
Set intercharacter space
Select character tables
Assign character tables
Select international character set
Printable code area expansion
Enable upper control codes
ESC SP n
ESC t n
ESC ( t nn
ESC R n
ESC 6
ESC 7
User Defined Characters
Define user-defined characters
ESC & nn
Note:
The appearance of characters defined using ESC & may differ slightly from an
actual FX printer.
Copy ROM to RAM
Select user-defined set
Printable code area expansion
ESC : 0 n 0
ESC % n
ESC I n
Bit image
Select graphics mode
Selection and printing of bit image
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ESC * m n
ESC ^ m n
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PJL Commands
This section lists the available commands for printer job language mode
(PJL). For more information on PJL, refer to the Printer Job Language
Technical Reference Manual from Hewlett-Packard.
COMMENT
@PJL COMMENT [words] [<CR>] <LF>
DEFAULT
@PJL DEFAULT [LPARM: ***] variable = value [<CR>] <LF>
DINQUIRE
@PJL DINQUIRE [LPARM: ***] variable [<CR>] <LF>
ECHO
@PJL ECHO [Words] [<CR>] <LF>
ENTER
@PJL ENTER LANGUAGE = *** [<CR>] <LF>
EOJ
@PJL EOJ [NAME= ***] [<CR>] <LF>
INFO
@PJL INFO read only variable [<CR>] <LF>
INITIALIZE
@PJL INITIALIZE [<CR>] <LF>
INQUIRE
@PJL INQUIRE [LPARM: ***] variable [<CR>] <LF>
JOB
@PJL JOB [NAME = ***][START = ***][END = ***][<CR>] <LF>
OPMSG
@PJL OPMSG DISPLAY = *** [<CR>] <LF>
RDYMSG
@PJL RDYMSG DISPLAY = *** [<CR>] <LF>
RESET
@PJL RESET [<CR>] <LF>
SET
@PJL SET [LPARM: ***] variable = value [<CR>] <LF>
STMSG
@PJL STMSG DISPLAY = *** [<CR>] <LF>
UEL
<ESC>%-12345X
USTATUS
@PJL USTATUS variable = value [<CR>] <LF>
USTATUSOFF
@PJL USTATUSOFF [<CR>] <LF>
PJL
@PJL [<CR>] <LF>
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EJL Mode
This section lists the commands for EJL (EPSON Job Control Language).
EJL can perform the following operations:
‰
‰
Switch the printer emulation
Transfer the printer’s system information to the computer
EJL can switch the printer emulation with a unidirectional interface, but
a bidirectional interface is required for the computer to receive system
information from the printer.
Function
Command
Universal
exit language
<ESC><SOH>
Enter printer
emulation
@EJL<WS>ENTER[<WS>]LANGUAGE[<WS>]=[<WS>]
LANGUAGE[<CR]<LF>
LANGUAGE:LJ4, EPSONGL2, PS*, ESCP2, FX, I239X
*Available only when the appropriate option module
is installed.
Comment
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@EJL<WS>COMMENT<WS><comment
strings>[<CR>]<LF>
Inquire name
@EJL<WS>INQUIRE<WS>NAME[<CR>]<LF>
ID
@EJL<WS>ID[<WS>][<CR>]<LF>
Select
language
@EJL<WS>SELECT<WS>Option[<WS>]=
[<WS>]Value[<WS>][<CR>]<LF>
Set option
@EJL<WS>[SET<WS>Option[<WS>]=
[<WS>]Value][<WS>][<CR>]<LF>
Default
@EJL<WS>DEFAULT[<WS>Option[<WS>]=
[<WS>]Value][<WS>][<CR>]<LF>
Print
@EJL<WS>PRINT[<WS>Option][<WS>][<CR>]<LF>
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Overview of the EJL commands
EJL commands must be sent immediately after the printer receives the
universal exit command; otherwise the printer returns to its currently
selected emulation mode.
Every EJL command starts with the string @EJL, which must be in
uppercase letters, although other commands can be both uppercase and
lowercase.
You must send the LF code at the end of an EJL command; only an LF
code terminates the EJL command. If the EJL command is not followed by
an LF code, the printer does not recognize it as an EJL command; it is then
printed as a character string in the currently selected printer emulation
mode.
If the printer emulation you attempt to switch to is not available, the
printer switches to the currently selected printer emulation mode.
Note:
If the emulation setting is set to Auto, the printer switches automatically
between emulation modes, depending on the recieved data. If a specific emulation
setting is selected, the printer switches to that mode.
EJL command summary
<ESC><SOH>
Description:
Exit current printer emulation and enter EJL mode
@EJL<WS>ENTER<WS>Option[<WS>]=
[<WS>]Value[<CR>]<LF>
Option (Value):
LANGUAGE (LJ4, EPSONGL2, PS*, ESCP2, FX, I239X)
*Available only when the appropriate option module
is installed.
Description:
Enter printer emulation from EJL mode
@EJL<WS>COMMENT<WS>comment strings[<CR>]<LF>
Description:
Enter comments
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@EJL<WS>INQUIRE<WS>NAME[<WS>][<CR>]<LF>
Description:
Inquire printer name. If you are using a bidirectional
interface between the computer and the printer, your
printer outputs the following answer strings:
@EJL ANSWER NAME = Printer name <CR> <LF>
@EJL<WS>ID[<WS>][<CR>]<LF>
Description:
Send the device ID to host computer
@EJL<WS>SELECT<WS>Option[<WS>]=
[<WS>]Value[<WS>][<CR>]<LF>
Option (Value):
LANGUAGE (LJ4, ESCP2, FX, I239X)
Description:
Specify the available language under EJL mode
@EJL<WS>SET[<WS>Option[<WS>]=
[<WS>]Value][<WS>][<CR>]<LF>
Description:
Specify the setting
Option (Value):
TOPOFFSET (-9 to 99.0), LEFTOFFSET (-9 to 99.0),
PAGESIZE (LT, LGL, A4, EXE, MON, C5, DL, A5, B5,
HLT, GLT, GLG, F4, C6, COM10, IB5, CTM),
PRINTERMODE (LJ4, EPSONGL2, AUTO, PS*, I239X,
ESCP2, FX), AUTOCONTINUE (OFF, ON),
PANELLOCK (OFF, ON), PAPERUNIT (1 to 15, AUTO),
SIZEIGNORE (OFF, ON).
Other values depend on the LANGUAGE.
*Available only when the appropriate option module
is installed.
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LJ4:
DESTSYMSET (0 to 3199), SRCSYMSET (0 to 3199)
ESCP2, FX:
AUTOCR (OFF, ON), AUTOLF (OFF, ON), BITIMAGE
(BCODE, DARK, LIGHT), CGTABLE (BPABICOMP,
BPBRASCII, BULGARIAN*, CODEMJK*, HEBREW7*,
HEBREW8*, ISO8859-7*, ISO8859-9*, ITALIC,
MAZOWIA*, PCAR864*, PCCANF, PCCY855*,
PCCY866*, PCEEUROPE, PCGK437*, PCGK851*,
PCGK869*, PCHE862*, PCICELANDIC*, PCMULT,
PCNORD, PCPORT, PCSL427*, PCTURKISH1*,
PCTURKISH2, PCUSA), CONDENSED (OFF, ON),
COUNTRY (DENMARK, DENMARK2, FRANCE,
GERMANY, ITALY, JAPAN, KOREA,
LANTINAMERIC, LEGAL, NORWAY, SPAIN1,
SPAIN2, SWEDEN, UK, USA), FONT (COURIER,
OCRB, ORATORS, PRESTIGE, ROMAN, ROMAN-T,
SANS, SANS-H, SCRIPT), PITCH (10, 12, 15, PROP),
TEXT (1 to 81), TMARGIN (0.4, 0.4 to 1.5), ZERO
(NORMAL, SLASHEDZERO)
* Available only in ESC/P 2 mode.
I239X:
ALTGRAPHICS (OFF), AUTOCR (OFF, ON),
AUTOLF (OFF, ON), BITIMAGE (DARK, LIGHT),
CODEPAGE (437, 850, 860, 863, 865), FONT (COURIER,
GOTHIC, ORATOR, PRESENTOR, PRESTIGE, SANS,
SCRIPT), PITCH (10, 12, 15, 17, 20, 24, PROP), TEXT
(1 to 81), TMARGIN (0.3, 0.35 to 1.5), ZERO (NORMAL,
SLASHEDZERO)
@EJL<WS>DEFAULT[<WS>Option[<WS>]=
[<WS>]Value][<WS>][<CR>]<LF>
Description:
Save the setting in EEPROM as the default of the EJL
mode settings
Option (Value):
Same as SET command
@EJL<WS>PRINT[<WS>Option][<WS>][<CR>]<LF>
Description:
Print the printer’s current status sheet
Option:
STATUSSHEET, PSFONTSHEET*, PSSTATUSSHEET*,
ESCP2 FONTSHEET, FXFONTSHEET,
I239X FONTSHEET, LJ4 FONTSHEET,
OPTROM1-INFO-SHEET*, SIMM1-INFO-SHEET*
*Available only when the appropriate option module
is installed.
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Example with @EJL<WS>ENTER<WS>Option[<WS>]=
[<WS>]<Value>[<WS>][<CR>]<LF>
Decimal:
Hexadecimal:
64 69 74 76 32 69 78 84 69 82 32 76 65 78 71 85 65 71 69
[32] 61 [32] <ASCII strings> [13] 10
40 45 4A 4C 20 45 4E 54 45 52 20 4C 41 4E 47 55 41 47 45
[20] 3D [20] <ASCII strings> [0D] 0A
Note:
<WS> represents spaces (decimal 32) or Horizontal Tab (HT) (decimal 9).
Commands marked with brackets can be omitted.
I239X Emulation Commands
This section lists the printer commands supported in the I239X emulation
mode. For more information on these commands, see IBM’s 2390/2391
reference manual.
Page format
Printable area
Set page length in lines
Set page length in inches
Set skip perforation
Cancel skip perforation
Set horizontal margins
ESC C n
ESC C NUL n
ESC N n
ESC O
ESC X
Line spacing
Set line space to 1/8-inch
Set line space to 7/72-inch
Activate line spacing for text
Set line spacing for graphics
(n/180, n/216, or n/360 inch)
Set line spacing for text (n/72 inch)
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ESC 0
ESC 1
ESC 2
ESC 3 n
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Unit definition
Set vertical units
(1/180, 1/216, or 1/360 inch)
ESC [ \
Set vertical tab stops
Set default tab stops
Set horizontal tab stops
ESC B
ESC R
ESC D
Tab
Paper feeding/print position motion
Carriage return
Line feed
Form feed
Move paper vertically
(n/180, n/216, or n/360 inch)
Automatic line feed
Reverse line feed
Back space
Space
Horizontal tab
Vertical tab
Move current print position
(1/120 inch)
Set top of form
CR
LF
FF
ESC J
ESC 5
ESC ]
BS
SP
HT
VT
ESC d
ESC 4
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Text
Font selection
Select 10 pitch font
Select 12 pitch font
Start 17 cpi printing
Start 17 cpi printing
Proportional spacing
Begin subscript/superscript
End subscript/superscript
Select font and pitch
Select print or font
Select character set 2
Select character set 1
Select page code
Print one character
Print character from A Code Page
DC2
ESC:
SI
ESC SI
ESC P
ESC S
ESC T
ESC[I
ESC I
ESC 6
ESC 7
ESC[T
ESC ^
ESC \
Font enhancement
Continuous overscore
Continuous underline
Score select
Select print type style
Begin double-width printing by line
Begin double-width printing by line
End double-width printing by line
Double-width printing
Begin empahsized (bold) print
End empahsized (bold) print
Begin double-strike print
End double-strike print
ESC_
ESCESC[ESC[@
SO
ESC SO
DC4
ESC W
ESC E
ESC F
ESC G
ESC H
Bit image
Normal density bit image graphics
Double-density bit image graphics
(half speed)
Double-density bit image graphics
(normal speed)
High-density bit image graphics
Graphic print mode
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Command Summary
ESC K
ESC L
ESC Y
ESC Z
ESC [g
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Bar code set up
Bar code transfer
ESC [f
ESC [P-
Auxiliary Functions
Initialize
Set initial conditions
ESC [K
Data input control
Cancel 1 line
CAN
Auxiliary function
Select paper tray
ESC [F
AGM Mode
Line spacing
Set line spacing for graphics
(n/180, n/216, or n/360 inch)
Set line spacing for text (n/60 inch)
ESC 3
ESC A
Paper feeding/print position motion
Move paper vertically
(n/180, n/216, or n/360 inch)
Line feed
ESC J
LF
Command Summary
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Normal-density bit image graphics
Double-density bit image graphics
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Double-density bit image graphics
(normal speed)
High-density bit image graphics
Graphic print mode
Select graphic mode
C-24
Command Summary
ESC K
ESC L
ESC Y
ESC Z
ESC [g
ESC *
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Working with Fonts
Printer and Screen Fonts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-2
Available Fonts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-3
Adding More Fonts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-6
Downloading fonts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-6
Selecting Fonts
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-6
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Read this section if you would like to know more about fonts
and see samples of the installed fonts.
To select a font, use your application program.
Font problems are uncommon but some may occur, such as:
‰
‰
The printer substitutes a font other than the one you
selected with your software.
The printed page does not exactly match what is on screen.
These kinds of problems usually occur if you use an emulation
other than LJ4 or when you are trying to print fonts that are not
installed in the printer. If you have font problems, read
“Printer and Screen Fonts,” below, to find out how to fix them.
Printer and Screen Fonts
Fonts are installed on both the printer and the computer. The
printer fonts, which reside in printer memory, are used by
the printer to print text. Screen fonts, which are stored on
your computer’s media, are used to display text on screen to
represent the fonts that will print.
Two separate sets of fonts are needed because the monitor
and printer have different requirements for producing fonts.
The monitor normally uses bitmap fonts that are specially
designed for the screen’s resolution. A bitmap is a dot-by-dot
representation of an image or character. The printer, however,
uses an outline font that is created from a mathematical
formula that describes the outline of each character. Using
outline fonts allows the printer to render any character in the
requested size.
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screen font
printer font
Note:
The distinction between printer and screen fonts is not as important
when you are using TrueType fonts, which are included with
Windows. TrueType is an outline font format that can be used by
both the printer and the screen.
Available Fonts
The following table lists the fonts that are installed on your
printer. The names of all the fonts appear in your software’s
font list if you are using the driver provided with the printer.
(If you are using a different driver, all of these fonts may not be
available.)
The fonts provided with the printer are shown in the following
table.
LJ4/GL2 mode
Font name
Scalable font
HP equivalent
Dutch 801 SWC
Roman, Bold, Italic, Bold Italic
CG Times®
Zapf Humanist 601
SWC
Demi, Bold, Demi Italic, Bold
Italic
CG Omega®
Ribbon 131 SWC
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Coronet
Clarendon
Condensed SWC
-
Claredon
Condensed
Swiss 742 SWC
Medium, Bold, Italic, Bold Italic,
Condensed, Bold Condensed,
Condensed Italic, Bold
Condensed Italic
Univers®
Incised 901 SWC
Medium, Black, Italic
Antique Olive
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Font name
Scalable font
HP equivalent
Original Garamond
SWC
Medium, Bold, Italic, Bold Italic
Garamond
Andrey Two SWC
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Marigold
Flareserif 821 SWC
Medium, Extra Bold
Albertus
Swiss 721 SWM
Roman, Bold, Oblique, Bold
Oblique
Arial®
Dutch 801 SWM
Roman, Bold, Italic, Bold Italic
Times New
Symbol Set SWA
-
Symbol
More WingBats
SWM
-
Wingdings
Courier SWC
Medium, Bold, Italic, Bold Italic
Courier
Letter Gothic SWC
Roman, Bold, Italic
Letter Gothic
Font name
Bitmap font
HP equivalent
Line Printer
−
Line Printer
When selecting fonts in your software program, choose the font
name listed in the HP equivalent column.
ESC/P 2 and FX modes
Font name
Scalable font
EPSON Roman
-
EPSON Sans serif
-
Courier SWC
Medium, Bold
EPSON Prestige
-
EPSON Script
-
Swiss 721 SWM*
Roman, Bold
Dutch 801 SWM*
Roman, Bold
Letter Gothic SWC
Roman, Bold
* Available only in ESC/P 2 mode.
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Bitmap font
OCR B
-
Font name
Scalable font
EPSON Sans serif
-
Courier SWC
Medium, Bold
EPSON Prestige
-
EPSON Gothic
-
EPSON Presentor
-
EPSON Orator
-
EPSON Script
-
Font name
Bitmap font
OCR B
-
I239X mode
To see the font samples, use the Test Menu in SelecType.
1. Make sure that paper is loaded.
2. Press Menu while the printer is on line.
3. Press Item until the font sample you want appears.
4. Press Enter; a Font Sample sheet is printed.
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Adding More Fonts
Fonts that reside on your computer’s hard disk can be
downloaded, or transferred, to the printer so they can be
printed. Downloaded fonts, also called soft fonts, remain in
printer memory until you turn off the printer or otherwise
reinitialize it. If you plan on downloading many fonts, make
sure your printer has sufficient memory.
Downloading fonts
Most font packages make it easy to install fonts by providing
their own installer. The installer gives you the option of having
the fonts automatically downloaded whenever you start your
computer or having fonts downloaded only when you need to
print a particular font.
If you’re running Windows, you can also install fonts by
clicking on the Fonts icon in the Control Panel. Once installed,
the fonts are available in all your Windows applications.
Selecting Fonts
Whenever possible select fonts from the font list in your
software application. See your software documentation for
instructions.
If you are sending unformatted text to the printer directly from
DOS or if you are using a simple software package that does
not include font selection, you can select fonts with the Remote
Control Panel utility. For instructions, see Chapter 5.
Note:
Selecting a font using the Remote Control Panel utility is not
recommended. Selecting fonts from your software program is easier,
and any font selection you make from your software overrides the
selection you make from the Remote Control Panel.
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Map of SelecType Menus
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The following menu maps show the possible menus and options in
SelecType.
KEY
Pressing the Menu button displays the next menu.
Pressing the Alt + Menu buttons displays the prior menu.
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This is only available with option.
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Glossary
ASCII
American Standard Code for Information Interchange. A standardized
way of assigning codes to characters and control codes. The system is
widely used by manufacturers of computers, printers, and software.
auto line feed
A printer feature in which each carriage return code (CR) is automatically
accompanied by a line feed (LF) code.
bitmap font
The dot-by-dot representation of a font. Bitmap fonts are displayed on
computer screens and printed on dot matrix printers. See outline font.
buffer
See memory.
character set
A collection of letters, numbers, and symbols used in a particular
language.
cpi (characters per inch)
A measure of the size of fixed-width text characters.
default
A value or setting that takes effect when the printer is turned on, reset,
or initialized.
dots per inch (dpi)
The number of dots per inch is a measure of printer resolution. The higher
the number of dots, the higher the resolution.
download
To transfer information from the computer to the printer.
download font
A font that is loaded into the printer’s memory from an outside source,
such as a computer. Also called soft font.
dpi
See dots per inch.
driver
The part of a software program that converts commands from the
program into commands used by the printer. Also known as the printer
driver.
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The part of the printer mechanism where the image is formed and
transferred to the paper.
emulation
See printer emulation.
fixed-width font
A font whose characters are allotted the same amount of horizontal space,
no matter the width of the character. Thus the uppercase M receives the
same amount of space as the letter l.
font
A set of characters and symbols that share a common typographic design
and style.
font family
The collection of all sizes and styles of a font.
halftone
A grayscale image that is composed of small dots. The dots can be close
together to create black or more widely spaced to create gray or white
areas in the image. Newspaper photographs are common examples of
halftones.
imaging cartridge
The imaging cartridge contains a photosensitive print drum and a supply
of toner.
initialization
The act of returning the printer to its defaults (fixed set of conditions).
interface
The connection between the printer and the computer. A parallel interface
transmits data one character or code at a time, and a serial interface
transmits data one bit at a time.
landscape
Printing that is oriented sideways on the page. This orientation gives you
a page that is wider than it is high and is useful for printing spreadsheets.
memory
The part of the printer’s electronic system that is used to store
information. Some information is fixed and is used to control how the
printer operates. Information that is sent to the printer from the computer
(such as downloaded fonts) is stored in memory temporarily. See also
RAM and ROM.
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Refers to the direction in which characters are printed on a page. This
direction is either portrait, like this page, or landscape with the text
printed on a page turned sideways.
outline font
A font whose outline is described mathematically, allowing it to be
rendered (printed or drawn) smoothly at any size.
PCL
The command language built into the Hewlett-Packard LaserJet series
printers.
photoconductor unit
A component of the printer that contains a photosensitive print drum.
pitch
A measure of the number of characters per inch (cpi) for fixed-width fonts.
point size
The height of a particular font as measured from the top of the tallest
character to the bottom of the lowest. A point is a typographic unit of
measure equivalent to 1/72 of an inch.
portrait
Printing that is oriented upright on the page (as opposed to landscape, in
which printing is oriented sideways on the page). This is the standard
orientation for printing letters or documents.
printer driver
See driver.
printer emulation
A set of operating commands that determines how data sent from the
computer is interpreted and acted upon. Printer emulations replicate
existing printers, such as the HP LaserJet 4.
proportional font
A font whose characters have varying amounts of horizontal space
depending on the width of the character. Thus the uppercase M takes up
more horizontal space than the lowercase l.
RAM
Random Access Memory (RAM) is where temporary information is stored.
Remote Control Panel
A software utility used to make changes to printer settings, including
print quality, paper size, and RITech.
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To refresh the printer’s memory and erase the current print jobs.
resident font
A font that is stored permanently in the printer’s memory.
resolution
A measure of the fineness and clarity of images produced by the printer
or monitor. Printer resolution is measured in dots per inch. Monitor
resolution is measured in pixels.
RITech
Resolution Improvement Technology. A feature that smooths the jagged
edges of printed lines or shapes.
ROM
Read Only Memory (ROM) is where permanent information is stored.
sans serif font
A font lacking serifs.
scalable font
See outline font.
SelecType
A feature of the printer that allow you to set printer values and control
most of the printer’s function from the control panel.
serif
The small decorative strokes that come off the main lines of a character.
status sheet
A report that lists the printer settings and other printer information.
symbol set
A collection of symbols and special characters. Symbols are assigned to
specific codes in a character table.
TrueType
An outline font format that was developed jointly by Apple Computer
and Microsoft Corporation. TrueType fonts are outline fonts that can be
easily resized for screen display or for printing.
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Adjusting
print density, 7-28
RITech, 7-27
ALT, 2-5
AUX Menu, 6-18
ECP mode, A-12
EJL mode, C-16
Emulation Menu, 6-9
Emulation Modes
ESCP2, 6-22
FX, 6-22
I239X, 6-26
LJ4, 6-18
Envelops, 1-8
Error messages, 7-17
ESCP2 Menu, 6-22
B
Button, 2-5
C
Check Paper Size error, 7-17
Cleaning printer, 7-30
Colored paper, 1-8
Config Menu, 6-12
Consumables
imaging cartridge, A-16
replacing, 7-24
specifications, A-16
Continue, 2-6
Control panel, 2-2−6
Copies, 3-10, 5-8, 6-10, 6-21
F
Feed Jam, 7-2, 7-17
Font
available, D-3
downloading, D-6
printer, D-2
samples, 6-8, D-5
screen, D-2
selecting, D-6
Form Feed, 2-6
FX Menu, 6-22
D
Data dump mode, 7-23
Density, 3-14, 5-12, 6-12
DOS, 5-2
G
GL/2 emulation mode, 6-27
context commands, C-7
Graphic Resolution, 3-8
H
Halftone, 3-8
Hex dump, 7-23
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I239X Menu, 6-26
Image Optimum, 3-16, 5-13, 6-14
Imaging cartridge
installing, 7-24
life, A-16
Installing
LocalTalk/Serial module, 4-13
500-Sheet Lower Paper Cassette,
4-3
memory module, 4-7
optional interface card, 4-15
Intelligent Emulation Switch, 6-22
Interface
options, 4-12
Item, 2-6
Manual Feed, 6-20
Mem Overflow error, 7-14, 7-19
Memory Module, 4-7
Mode
EJL, C-16
LJ4, B-3
PJL, C-15
MP Tray Size, 6-20
O
OneTouch Modes, 6-20
On Line, 2-5
Orientation, 3-10, 5-8, 6-20
P
J
Jams
Feed, 7-2, 7-17
Paper, 7-3, 7-19
Preventing jams, 7-5
L
Labels, 1-8
LaserJet 4 (LJ4) emulation mode
command, C-3
LJ4 Menu, 6-18
Loading paper
in MP Tray, 1-2
manually, 1-4
LocalTalk/Serial module, 4-13
Lower Paper Cassette, 4-3
L/T Menu, 6-18
IN-2
Page Size, 3-11, 5-7, 6-20
Paper
choosing, 1-7
jam problems, 7-2, 7-19
loading, 1-2
loading manually, 1-4
size, 1-6
specifications, A-2
Paper feed, 5-8
Paper Format, 3-9
Paper Jam, 7-2, 7-19
Paper size, 1-6,
Paper Source, 3-9, 6-20
Parallel interface
specifications, A-5−12
Parallel B Menu, 6-16
Parallel C Menu, 6-16
PJL mode, C-15
Print density, 7-28
Printer
driver, 3-2
specifications, A-3
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Weight, A-4
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RAM, 4-7
Remote Control Panel utility, 5-2
Replacing
imaging cartridge, 7-24
Reset, 2-6, 7-29
Reset All, 7-29
RITech, 3-14, 5-12, 6-12, 7-27
S
SelecType, 6-3
Serial interface
utility, 4-19
Serial Menu, 6-16
Setup Menu, 6-14
Status sheet, 2-6, 6-8
Symbol Sets, B-2
T
Test Menu, 6-8
Toner, 7-24
Toner Count Clear, 6-15, 7-26
Toner Low, 7-22
Transparencies, 1-8
Transporting the Printer, 7-32
Troubleshooting
error messages, 7-17
paper jam, 7-2, 7-19
print quality, 7-9
U
Utility
Remote Control Panel, 5-2
serial interface, 4-19
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EPSON OVERSEAS MARKETING LOCATIONS
EPSON AMERICA, INC.
EPSON UK LTD.
20770 Madrona Ave.
Campus 100, Maylands Avenue,
P.O. Box 2842
Hemel Hempstead, Herts,
Torrance, CA 90509-2842
HP2 7TJ, U.K.
Phone: (800) 922-8911
Phone: (+44) 01442 61144
Fax: (310) 782-5220
Fax: (+44) 01442 227227
EPSON DEUTSCHLAND GmbH
EPSON FRANCE S.A.
Zülpicher Straße 6,
68 bis, rue Marjolin
40549 Düsseldorf Germany
92300, Levallois-Perret, France
Phone: (0211) 56030
Phone: 33.1.40.87.37.37
Telex: 8584786
Telex: 610657
EPSON AUSTRALIA PTY. LTD.
EPSON SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.
70 GIBBES STREET, CHATSWOOD 2067 NSW.
No. 1 Temasek Avenue #36-00
Phone: 2-9903-9000
Millenia Tower, Singapore 039192
Fax: 2-9903-9177
Phone: (065) 33 77 911
Fax: (065) 33 41 185
EPSON HONG KONG LTD.
EPSON TAIWAN TECHNOLOGY &
Rooms 4706-10, 47/F,
TRADING LTD.
China Resources Bldg.,
10F, No. 287 Nanking E. Road, Sec. 3,
26 Harbour Road, Wanchai, Hong Kong
Taipei, Taiwan, R.O.C.
Phone: 2585-4300
Phone: (02) 717-7360
Fax: 2827-7083
Fax: (02) 712-9164
EPSON ITALIA S.p.A.
EPSON IBERICA S.A.
V.le F.lli Casiraghi 427
Av. de Roma, 18-26
20099 Sesto S.Giovanni
08290 Cerdanyola del Valles
MI, Italy
Barcelona, Spain
Phone: 2-262331
Phone: 582. 15.00
Fax: 2-2440750
Fax: 582. 15.55
SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION
EPSON PORTUGAL, S.A.
(Hirooka Office)
R. do Progresso, 471, 1º Perafita
80 Harashinden, Hirooka
4460 Matosinhos, Portugal
Shiojiri-shi, Nagano-ken
Phone: (02) 996 14 02
399-07 Japan
Fax: (02) 996 14 11
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