Page 3 Neither Seiko Epson Corporation nor its affiliates shall be liable to the purchaser of this product or third parties for damages, losses, costs, or expenses incurred by purchaser or third parties as a result of: accident, misuse, or abuse of this product or unauthorized modifications, repairs, or alterations to this product.
Page 4: Important Safety Instructions
Important Safety Instructions Read all of these instructions and save them for later reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
Page 5 10. If an extension cord is used with this product, make sure that the total of the ampere ratings on the products plugged into the extension cord does Also, make sure that the total of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed 15 amperes.
Page 6: Safety Information
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. Since radiation emitted inside the printer is completely confined within protective housings and external covers, the laser beam cannot escape from the machine during any phase of user operation.
Page 7: Ozone Emission
Operator Safety This Laser Page Printer is considered a CDRH Class I laser device, safe for personal use. The printer contains a 5 milliwatt, 760-810 nanometer wavelength, GaAlAs laser diode. Direct (or indirect reflected) eye contact with the laser beam may cause serious eye damage;...
Page 8: Table Of Contents
The Control Panel........Testing the Printer ....... . .
Page 9 Replacing Consumable Parts ......Cleaning Your Printer ......
Page 10 Appendix D Printer Modes Available Printer Modes ......HP Emulation Mode .......
Page 12 Features In addition to the high-quality printing and ease of use you expect from an Epson printer, these features make using your new laser printer even easier: High-quality 300 dots-per-inch (DPI) printing at up to six pages per minute.
Page 13 The ability to connect two computers at the same time (or three when an optional interface is installed). Options Many printer options are available for your printer. For detailed information on installing and using these options, see Appendix A. Paper cassette (legal) If you use legal-size paper, you can purchase this optional cassette from your dealer.
Page 14 Multi-media feeder (C812141) The optional multi-media feeder allows you to feed various-sized papers into your printer. This tray feeds up to 150 sheets of plain paper or 15 envelopes. Epson optional interfaces If you would like to use this printer with three computers or to...
Page 15 Introduction Memory board (C8226Ol) You can increase your printer’s memory using the memory board and memory chips. You can expand the memory to a total of 5.5MB, enough to print complex graphics. See Appendix A for information on expanding your printer’s memory.
Page 16 Introduction Epson GL identity card (C826021) The Epson GL identity card allows your printer to emulate an HP 7475A/7440A plotter. Introduction 5...
Page 17: Laser Printer Precautions
If you must expose the unit either by taking it out of the printer or by leaving the printer cover open, cover the unit with a soft cloth or sheet of paper.
Page 18: Finding Your Way Around
SelecType options and submenus. Use the SelecType menu maps found on this card as guides whenever you enter SelecType. On the back cover foldout are illustrations identifying the different parts of your printer. You can refer to these as you set it up. Introduction Introduction 7...
Page 19 Tips for the first-time laser printer user To get you off to a good start with your Epson laser printer, we offer a few tips you may find helpful: Remember to wait for the full page to be composed before it prints and feeds out.
Page 20 On rare occasions, a print job needs an extra push. For some print jobs (such as a print screen), the printer may not print even though the data has been sent to the printer’s memory. If the FEED off line and then press the Adjust your software’s lines-per-page setting to 60.
Page 21 Introduction Where to help Epson America provides local customer support and service through a nationwide network of authorized Epson dealers and Service Centers. Epson also provides the following support services through the Epson Consumer Resource Center at (800) 922-8911: Assistance in locating your nearest Authorized Epson Reseller or...
Page 22 Finding a Place for the Printer......Unpacking the Printer.......
Page 23: Finding A Place For The Printer
Finding a Place for the Printer Before unpacking the printer, you need to find a suitable place to use it. Follow these guidelines: Place the printer on a flat, stable surface. Place the printer close enough to the computer or workstation for its cable to reach.
Page 24 Avoid using outlets on the same circuit with large motors or other appliances that might affect the power supply. Keep the entire computer and printer system away from potential sources of interference, such as loudspeakers or the base units of cordless telephones.
Page 25: Unpacking The Printer
Unpacking the Printer The printer and the other components are in separate packaging inside the main carton. 1. Carefully unpack the main carton and make sure you have the accessories shown below. Paper Cassette Output Tray Toner Cartridge Power Cord...
Page 26 Unpacking the Printer 2. Carefully remove the printer from the large carton and set it on a flat, stable surface. Since the printer is heavy, you may need someone to help you lift it. 3. Remove the plastic protective bag from the printer. Then remove the plastic bags from the paper cassette, output tray, and power cord.
Page 27: Carrying The Printer
Unpacking the Printer Carrying the printer When you move your printer to the location you selected, carry it by placing your hands underneath each side of it, as shown below: Note: The printer weighs about 13 kg (29lbs) and should be carried with care.
Page 28: Assembling The Printer
Assembling the Printer Before you can use the printer, you need to install a few parts. Make sure your printer is in its operating location before you install these parts. Note: The consumable parts for this printer are listed below. It is recommended you keep spares on hand for timely replacement.
Page 29 Do not expose the photoconductor unit to light brighter than normal room light. Never install the toner cartridge before you install the photoconductor unit. 1. Push down on the latch on the top printer cover. Setting Up the Printer the printer to open the...
Page 30 2. Remove the photoconductor unit from its packaging. Pull the red protective pieces from both sides of the unit, as shown below. 3. Hold the photoconductor unit by the green handles and insert it into the printer, as shown below. Setting Up the Printer...
Page 31 Assembling the Printer 4. Pull out the protective black paper from the photoconductor unit. 5. Gently press down on the top of the printer cover until the latch clicks shut. Note: You cannot close the printer cover if the photoconductor unit is not installed correctly.
Page 32: Installing The Toner Cartridge
1. Open the front cover. 2. While holding the toner cartridge in a horizontal position, gently shake the cartridge from side to side a few times to distribute the toner evenly. Assembling the Printer Setting Up the Printer 1-11...
Page 33 4. Lift the toner cartridge cover and push it all the way down until it snaps into place. CAUTION: Never touch the roller under the toner cartridge cover; otherwise, print quality may decline. Make sure the toner cartridge cover is open before sliding the cartridge into the printer. Up the Printer 1-12 Setting...
Page 34 Printer Assembling 5. Insert the toner cartridge into the printer by sliding it gently into the opening until it locks in place. 6. Close the front cover. 1-13 Setting Up the Printer...
Page 35: Installing The Output Tray
2. Then the assembled output tray by sliding the tray legs attach into the slots on the back of printer. Setting Up the Printer 1-14...
Page 36: Loading And Installing The Paper Cassette
1. Remove all the pieces of packing tape from the paper cassette. Then push down on the metal plate on the bottom of the cassette until it locks in place. 2. Open the paper cassette cover. Setting Up the Printer 1-15...
Page 37 3. Take a stack of letter-size paper and fan it. (High-quality copier paper is recommended.) Tap the edges of the paper on a flat surface to even up the stack. 4. Load a stack of up to 100 sheets of paper into the cassette. 1-16 Setting Up the Printer...
Page 38 6. Insert the cassette along the slots on the inside of the printer until it locks in place. Note: The standard cassette holds letter-size paper. If you would like to use other paper sizes, please contact your Epson dealer. Optional paper-feeding accessories are available. Assembling the Printer...
Page 39: Attaching The Power Cord
Attaching the power cord 1. Before attaching the power cord, make sure the power switch on the printer is turned off. It is off when the O on the switch is pressed down, as shown below. 2. Make sure the rated voltage of the printer matches your outlet voltage by checking the label on the back of your printer.
Page 40 Contact your dealer for assistance. 3. Insert the power cord into the socket at the back of the printer, as shown below. Then plug the other end of the cord into a properly grounded outlet.
Page 41 Buttons ......... Testing the Printer........
Page 42: The Control Panel
The printer control panel is made up of three elements: a liquid crystal display, indicator lights, and buttons. The indicator lights and display let you check the current status of the printer. You use the buttons to select printer settings and functions.
Page 43: Indicator Lights
ON LINE when the printer is on line, indicating the printer print data. When the printer is off line, this light is off. The light as the system switches between flashes the printer but has not yet...
Page 44: Buttons
When you hold down this button for several seconds, RESET appears on the display panel and all settings return to their previously-saved values. The printer finishes printing the page already in progress at the moment this button is pressed; however, all remaining data is discarded.
Page 45 If the light is lit, press FEED press to print out data in the printer’s memory. If you use more FEED than one channel, you can print data received by each of those channels. To select manual paper feeding, press this button when the...
Page 46: Testing The Printer
Turning on the printer Turn on the power by pressing the power switch located on the top left comer of the printer. The printer is on when the vertical line ( I ) is pressed down. The control panel lights turn on briefly.
Page 47: Rom Check
Do not open the printer cover while the printer is warming up or printing. After you turn off the printer, always wait at least five seconds before turning it back on. Never turn the printer off while it is printing or feeding paper.
Page 48: Selecting And Printing A Status Sheet Or Test Print
1. Make sure that your printer is turned on. 2. Press the SelecType button until SelecType LEVEL1 appears. Note: If you have used SelecType before, and if the printer is set up to use more than one channel, the following option appears on the display at step 2: CANCEL : <...
Page 49: Troubleshooting Information
System Configuration Top Offset Full Print Load Macro Note: The status sheet prints the printer’s current settings, including any new macro settings. See Chapter 4 for information on macro settings. 5. Press the SelecType button twice to exit SelecType. If the status sheet does not print properly, see Chapter 7 for troubleshooting information.
Page 50: Adjusting Print Density
1. Push down the latch on the top of the printer to open the printer cover. Locate the small green knob on the inside right middle of the printer as shown below.
Page 51 Cl When you replace the toner cartridge, turn the knob to the default position. The knob clicks when you reach the default position. Testing and Connecting Your Printer Testing the Printer 2-11...
Page 52 Testing the Printer 4. Close the printer cover. 5. Print a status sheet again to check the new print density setting. 2-12 Testing and Connecting Your Printer...
Page 53: Connecting The Printer To Your Computer
Connecting the Printer to Your Computer For the printer to receive and interpret information from your computer, both devices must be set up to communicate properly. You must choose the correct interface cable and communication settings. Note: After connecting the printer to your computer and before using your application software, be sure to complete Testing the computer-to-printer connection found at the end of this chapter.
Page 54: Connecting The Printer To More Than One Computer
If your computer provides both types of connection, use the parallel interface for the printer and leave the serial port of your computer free for devices such as modems. If you are in doubt about which type of connection to use, consult your dealer.
Page 55 Connecting the Printer to Your Computer 2. Plug the parallel cable connector securely into the parallel interface of the printer as shown below. 3. Squeeze the wire clips together until they lock in place on either side of the connector.
Page 56 Connecting the Printer to Your Computer 4. If your cable has a grounding wire, connect it to the printer’s ground connector as shown. 5. Plug the other end of the parallel cable into your computer and fasten the connector screws to the interface, if necessary. Some parallel cables have grounding wires at the computer end as well.
Page 57: Application Software
Testing the parallel connection To make sure you properly connected your computer to your printer, follow these steps before you begin working with your application software: 1. Turn on your computer; then turn on your printer. 2. Bring up a DOS prompt on your computer screen such as: c:>...
Page 58: Connecting The Serial Interface
Get Help in the introduction of this manual. Connecting the serial interface If you want to use the printer’s standard serial interface, make sure that you have a properly shielded cable and that it is the correct one for your printer.
Page 59 3. Use a screwdriver to fasten the screws of the connector, if required. 4. If your cable has a grounding wire, connect it to the printer’s ground connector. 5. Plug the other end of the serial cable into your computer. (Fasten the connector screws to the interface, if required.)
Page 60: Chapter 3 Using Your Printer With Application Software
Using your Printer with Application Software Using Printer Selection Menus ..... . . Matching the printer mode to your application program .
Page 61: Using Printer Selection Menus
Using Printer Selection Menus Once you’ve set up the printer, you can start using it with your application software program by choosing a printer name from the program’s printer selection menu. If your program has a printer selection menu, follow the instructions below about printer emulation (operating) modes to get the best performance from your printer.
Page 62 Epson LQ and FX emulation modes If your software supports only Epson LQ or FX printers, select the appropriate emulation mode using SelecType. To choose LQ mode, follow the steps below. (To choose FX mode, at step 4, simply choose FX instead of LJ-2P or LQ.)
Page 63 In FX mode, choose one of the following: Fx-850/1050 FX-1000/800 (286e/86e) FX-85 FX-80 If none of the above printers is listed among your program’s options, choose the first available of the following: Epson printer, Standard printer, Draft printer. Using your Printer with Application Software...
Page 64 Using Printer Selection Menus Printing a test file After you set the printer mode and select the most appropriate printer from your program’s printer selection menu as described above, create and print a test file using the fonts, symbols, features, and formats that you use most often.
Page 65 Chapter 4 SelecType SelecType Overview ....... . SelecType Level 1 functions......SelecType Level 2 functions.
Page 66: Selectype Overview
SelecType Overview The SelecType function on the printer control panel allows you to print test pages, display memory size, select paper sizes, and change your printer’s configuration without using DIP switches or software commands. However, use SelecType only when you are unable to use your application software to control settings required for your print job.
Page 67: Selectype Level 1 Functions
Selects the number of copies to be printed. Orientation. Selects portrait (vertical) or landscape (horizontal) printing orientation. Selects one of the available fonts. Prints a report listing the current printer settings. Prints all font samples (bit-map and scalable fonts) in the printer.
Page 68: Selectype Level 2 Functions
SelecType Prints two test patterns. Chooses one of the emulation modes: HP LaserJet III’, Epson LQ, Epson FX, or (with the optional identity card installed) Epson GL. Configures the parallel and serial interfaces. Chooses the size of the receive buffer, Channel mode.
Page 69: Using Selectype
Using SelecType This section describes the control panel and explains how to use SelecType. If you would like using SelecType later in this section. The Control Panel The control panel contains the SelecType button (which also functions as the left arrow button, buttons, and the display.
Page 70: Thedisplay
Using SelecType The Display When you enter SelecType, menus and options appear on the display. The display shows SelecType main menus on the left side and options for each menu on the right side. The display also uses the icons shown below: Buttons Use the arrow buttons to move through menus and to select, display, set, or execute SelecType options.
Page 71: Steps To Using Selectype
Steps to using SelecType There are five basic steps to using SelecType: 1. Enter SelecType mode. 2. Move to the option you want. 3. Set, select, or execute the option. 4. Save the new setting, if necessary. 5. Exit SelecType mode. You’ll see how to complete each step on the following pages.
Page 72 Some options, like the SUB CONFIG option, may display only the main option until you enter the submenu. And some options, like the VERSION option, simply display information about your printer. button to enter the next level of an option. You use the Press enter the next level of the INPUT option.
Page 73 Save the setting If you want a setting to remain in effect even when you turn the printer off and on, you can use the SYSTEM CONFIG option to save Level 1 settings, and the P-CONFIG SAVE option to save Level 2 settings.
Page 74 Using SelecType Exit SelecType mode To exit SelecType mode from any option, press one or more times until the following display appears: 4-10 SelecType...
Page 75: Selectype Options
SelecType Options This section lists all the options available when you use SelecType. Most options are the same whether you’re working in LJ-2P, LQ, or FX emulation mode. Some of the options in Level 1, however, have a different function for each mode. These options are listed later in this chapter.
Page 76 This option selects whether paper feeds into standard paper cassette or the optional multi-media feeder. If you choose STD, the printer loads paper from the standard paper cassette. If you choose OPT, the printer loads paper from the optional multi- media feeder.
Page 77 LETTER P-SIZE *LETTER HALF LT (Half Letter) LEGAL (Government Letter) (Government Legal) (Executive) MONARCH (Commercial 10) You can probably choose the paper size with your application software, but if necessary, you can choose any of shown above with the P-SIZE option. The factory setting is LETTER. COPIES 1 to 99 You can use your software to print multiple copies of your...
Page 78 You can choose portrait (vertical) or landscape (horizontal) orientation. FONT Available options in the FONT submenu are different for each printer mode. See Choosing a Font later in this chapter for information on using this option. SelecType 4-14...
Page 79: Status Sheet
STATUS SHEET Use this option to print a status sheet that lists the current printer settings. When you reach this option, press status sheet. See Selecting and printing a status sheet in Chapter 2. Printer Configuration Installed Memory : 3.OMbytes...
Page 80 FULL PRINT 0 to 62 The default setting of 0 is sufficient for most uses of the printer, but printing complex pages may require an increase in the setting. If the message SET FULL PRINT appears on the display, increase this setting.
Page 81 Paper Size Setting Since the amount of RAM you reserve with this option is not available for any other purpose, it is best to leave the setting at 0 until you see a SET FULL PRINT message. Then, increase the setting in small increments until the error does not occur.
Page 82 SelecType Options L-OFFSET to +63 Use the L-OFFSET (left offset) option to make fine adjustments in the position of the printing on the page. The setting is in dots; each dot is 1/300th of an inch (0.0846 mm). With this option, you can move the printing on the page approximately 1/5th of an inch (5 mm) to the left (settings from -1 to -64) or to the right (settings from 1 to +63).
Page 83 Avoid using the same macro number in different channels, especially if you connect the printer to more than one computer and if you use the same printer emulation mode for more than one channel.
Page 84 Use this option to specify the macro number you want to use as the power-on default for each operating mode. Each time you turn the printer on, the macro you set with this option is in effect. Select macro 0 to use the factory default settings.
Page 85: Level 2 Options
Each of these options is described below. An asterisk (*) indicates the factory default setting, if there is one. TEST PRINT Print two different test patterns to check whether your printer is working correctly. After TEST PRINT appears, press the following display:...
Page 86 The HP emulation mode offers the widest range of features, but you may also want to select the other modes to use software written specifically for other printers. You must change setting before you can operate your printer as an Epson LQ or FX printer. Press .
Page 87 BUSY DELAY SLCTIN * OFF With SLCTIN set to off, the printer is continuously selected and device control codes DC1 and DC3 are ignored. In almost all cases, leave SLCTIN set to off. When SLCTIN is on, the SLCTIN signal goes HIGH at power-on and the control codes DC1 and DC3 are valid.
Page 88 (LF) command with each carriage return (CR). When AUTOFEED is set to on, a line feed is added to each carriage return the printer receives. If your text lines overprint each other, you may need to set AUTOFEED to on.
Page 89 If you are using the serial interface, see your computer manual for the proper settings. The printer settings must match the computer settings. W O R D L E N G T H 8 You can select a word length for serial communications from two options: 8-bit word length or 7-bit word length.
Page 90 STOP This option sets the number of stop bits on each character of information sent to the printer. Stop bits signal the end of a character. This option turns the printer ready communications protocol on or off. DTR protocol can be used in combination with the XON/XOFF option setting.
Page 91 ENQ/ACK “OFF This option is available in the Epson GL mode only. *OFF When DSR (Data Set Ready) is off, the signal level is permanently set HIGH, allowing the printer to send data to the computer. For most communications purposes, this option should be set to off (signal level HIGH).
Page 92 99 (K) The receive buffer size option allows you to change the size of the printer’s input buffer. By choosing an appropriate buffer size, you can quickly transfer the contents of a file from the computer’s memory to the printer’s memory. The printer then prints the information from its own memory and frees up the computer for other tasks.
Page 93 After you set the channel, you see the following display: Press to execute the save and initialize operation. Your setting is now saved and also is in effect every time you turn the printer on. twice to save the setting. If to move to the channel to select the channel (P, S, or 0) you to set the channel.
Page 94 (between 0 and 9). Note: When you share the printer, each printer channel requires at least 0.3K of RAM and the printer always needs some portion of RAM for general operation. If you use one memory chip set to increase the printer’s memory to 1.0MB, your best settings would...
Page 95 Press to execute the save and initialize operation. Your settings are now saved and also are in effect every time you turn the printer C H T I M E O U T 6 0 10 to 600 (in steps of 10) This option sets the time for a channel timeout.
Page 96 SelecType Options Press ; the display shows the following: Press to initialize the printer or press to cancel and return to the main menu without saving. FACTORY RESET FACTORY RESET returns all Level 1 and Level 2 settings to their factory settings.
Page 97 DISABLE, which keeps the printer warmed up and ready to print at all times. Note: If the power is on and you do not use the printer for eight hours, it automatically enters standby mode, even if the standby mode is disabled.
Page 98: Choosing A Font
Choosing a Font The FONT option is different for each printer mode. This section describes the available submenus of the FONT option in each mode. You can use the level 1 FONT SAMPLE option as described earlier to print out a list of the available fonts.
Page 99: Lq And Fx Emulation Modes
After you choose the font source, you choose the font by number based on the font source option selected above. Only fonts that match the current orientation setting can be selected. If you change the SYMSET or ORIENT settings, the available font numbers may change.
Page 100: Using The Sub Config Option
Once you set new settings with the SUB CONFIG option, each setting remains in effect until you change it again or turn off the printer unless you use the Level 1 SYSTEM CONFIG option SAVE MACRO setting described earlier in this chapter.
Page 101 0 to 128. SYMSET Roman-8 Use the SYMSET option to choose from 26 resident HP symbol sets. (The HP LaserJet series IIP printer has 25 symbol sets.) In most cases, you will never need to change this setting. * Roman-8 (ISO60)
Page 102 Using the SUB CONFIG Option LQ and FX emulation modes When you set up your printer to operate in LQ or FX mode, the SUB CONFIG option includes the fourteen submenus shown below: SUB CONFIG. PITCH CONDENSED L-MARGIN R-MARGIN FORM TOP...
Page 103 CONDENSED * OFF You can use this option to change the character spacing. Condensed printing is useful for spreadsheets and other applications where you need to fit the maximum amount of information on each line. The 15 cpi character pitch cannot be condensed. L-MARGIN 0 to available This option allows you to set the left margin position.
Page 104 Using the SUB CONFIG Option Default right margin Paper Size Condensed A4(80 col) O F F O F F Letter Legal O F F Half Letter O F F Executive G Legal G Letter O F F F4 (80 col) 4-40 SelecType Portrait...
Page 105 SKIPBOTTOM *OFF When SKIPBOTTOM is set to on, the printer inserts the number of line spaces specified by the ESC N (skip-over-perforation) command between the last line printed on one page and the first printable line page. The total number of lines skipped equals the...
Page 106 Using the SUB CONFIG Option PcUSA CGTABLE * PcUSA PcMulti PcPort PcCanF PcNord DLoad ITALIC The CGTABLE (character generator table) option allows you to select the graphics character table, the italics character table, or download table. The graphics table contains graphics characters for printing lines, corners, and shaded areas;...
Page 107 ZERO CHAR. This option determines whether the printer prints a slashed zero (0) or an open zero (0). This feature is useful for clearly distinguishing between an uppercase letter O and a zero when printing documents such as programming lists.
Page 108 DARK * DARK LIGHT BCODE With B-IMAGE set to DARK or LIGHT, your printer can correctly emulate graphics densities set with the printer commands. When DARK is selected, the bit image density is high. When LIGHT is selected, the bit image density is low.
Page 109 Chapter 5 Paper Handling Choosing Paper ........Paper-feed Method .
Page 110: 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 use of any particular brand or type of paper. Always test samples of paper stock before purchasing large quantities or printing large jobs.
Page 111: Paper Handling
Standard office paper-You can use the printer’s paper cassette to feed most types of 16 to 24-1b (60- to 90-g/m includes such paper as copier paper, cotton bond, and letterhead. If you feed paper manually one sheet at a time through the manual feed slot, you can use up to 42-1b (157-g/m For best results, use paper made especially for laser printers.
Page 112 Choosing Paper Envelopes-Load envelopes face down as shown below. The printing quality on envelopes may be irregular because different parts of an envelope have different thicknesses. If printing is too light, turn the print density knob clockwise. Always return the print density knob to the center (default) position when you go back to printing on ordinary paper.
Page 113: Paper-Feed Method
To print on letterhead paper, load the paper face down with the top of the paper entering the printer first. To automatically load various types of media into the printer, use the optional multi-media feeder. See Appendix A. Feed...
Page 114: Special Setting For Thin Paper
Special paper type setting. To change the paper type setting to Special, first make sure the printer is on line. Then press the for several seconds. SP appears on the display to show that the printer is in the Special mode.
Page 115: Loading Paper In The Cassette
The standard paper cassette holds up to 100 sheets of paper. 1. Pull out the paper cassette. CAUTION: Do not open the paper cassette cover while the paper cassette is installed in the printer; this could break the cover. Paper Handling 5-7...
Page 116 Loading Paper in the Cassette 2. Push down on the metal plate on the bottom of the cassette until it locks in place. 3. Open the paper cassette cover. Paper Handling...
Page 117 Take a stack of letter-size paper, fan it, and tap the edges on a flat surface to even up the stack, as shown. Insert the stack of paper face down into the paper cassette, making sure that the edges of the paper are covered by both comer brackets on the cassette.
Page 118 Loading Paper the Cassette 6. Close the paper cassette cover. 7. Insert the cassette along the slots on the inside of the printer until it locks in place. 8. If you are using the optional legal-size paper cassette, raise the smaller part of the output tray as shown below.
Page 119: Choosing A Paper Size
Choosing a Paper Size The factory paper-size setting is set to letter. Whenever possible, use your application software settings to choose the paper size you require for your print job. If you cannot select the paper size with your application program, you can use the SelecType Level 1 P-SIZE option.
Page 120: Changing The Paper-Size Setting
P-SIZE appears. until the paper size you wish to print on appears. paper size. SelecType button. factory setting until SYSTEM CONFIG appears. until SAVE MACRO appears. until macro number you wish to save appears. printer once the number for a that...
Page 121 POWERON MACRO. 10. Press until you see the macro number you want to take effect each time you turn on the printer. Be sure to use the same number you chose in step 6. 11. Press to execute the saving action.
Page 122: Loading Paper Manually
Note: You can also use the manual feed method when the multi- media feeder is installed. The printer accommodates hand-fed paper ranging in size from 98 x 148 mm (3.86 x 5.83 inches) to 216 x 356 mm (8.5 x 14 inches).
Page 123 Paper Loading Manually 5. Adjust the paper guides to match the size of paper you are using as shown below. 6. Insert a sheet of paper into the manual feed slot as far as it will go. Paper Handling 5-15...
Page 124 INPUT menu setting in SelecType Level 1. 7. To return to automatic feeding, press light goes off. Also, the printer must be on line. Note: Never turn the printer off when it is printing or feeding paper. Otherwise, a STARTUP error may occur. Paper Handling...
Page 125 Replacing the photoconductor unit ....Cleaning Your Printer.......
Page 126: Replacing Consumable Parts
Replacing Consumable Parts Your printer’s consumable parts and their approximate usage are shown below: Toner cartridge Photoconductor unit Note: See Chapter 8, Consumable Parts for more details about conditions governing consumable part life. The following are consumable part replacement messages:...
Page 127: Replacing The Toner Cartridge
Next, replace the photoconductor unit; then replace the toner cartridge. Finally, install the ozone filter. 1. Turn off the printer. Replacing Consumable Parts when you see printer.
Page 128 Replacing Consumable Parts 2. Grasp the paper cassette tray with both hands and pull it out of the printer. 3. Open the front cover. Maintenance and Transportation...
Page 129 4. Remove the toner cartridge by pulling it straight out. Then close the toner cartridge cover. 5. Dispose. of the toner cartridge as a unit with nonburnable items. Do not take the cartridge apart. Follow any local regulations that may apply to nonburnable waste. 6.
Page 130 Replacing Consumable Parts 7. Remove all packing tape from the cartridge. Then pull the seal tape out of the toner cartridge in the direction of the arrow. 8. Lift back the toner cartridge cover as shown. Then press the cover all the way down until it snaps into place. Maintenance and Transportation...
Page 131 Replacing Consumable Parts 9. Insert the toner cartridge into the printer by sliding it gently into the opening until it locks in place. 10. Close the front cover. 11. Insert the paper cassette. Each time you replace the toner cartridge, you should replace the ozone filter and clean the transfer charger wire as described next.
Page 132: Replacing The Ozone Filter
Replace the ozone filter replace the toner cartridge. 1. Make sure the printer is turned off. 2. Open the fan cover located on the left side of the printer. 3. Pull the filter out of the printer. Maintenance and Transportation...
Page 133: Cleaning The Transfer Charger Wire
You should also clean the transfer charger wire if the print quality declines. See Chapter 7 for a discussion of the print quality problems that can be solved by cleaning the transfer charger wire. 1. Open the printer cover. Replacing Consumable Parts Maintenance and Transportation...
Page 134: Replacing The Photoconductor Unit
Then move it back to its original position. 3. Close printer cover. Replacing the photoconductor unit When you see CHANGE PCU on the display, it is time to replace the photoconductor unit.
Page 135 Always remove the toner cartridge before removing the photoconductor unit. Removing the photoconductor unit by force will damage the printer. Replacing Consumable Parts fuser, which is marked with a label. The fuser is very hot...
Page 136 Replacing Consumable Parts 3. Open the front cover. 4. Pull out the toner cartridge. 5. Push down on the latch on the top of the printer to open the printer cover. 6-12 Maintenance and Transportation...
Page 137 Follow all local regulations that may apply to nonburnable waste. 8. Remove the new photoconductor unit from its packaging. Save the packaging in case you ever need to transport the printer. Pull the red plastic pieces from both sides of the new unit. Replacing Consumable Parts...
Page 138 Do not expose the photoconductor unit to light brighter than normal room light. 9. Insert the photoconductor unit into the printer while holding the green handles. 10. Remove the black protective paper from the photoconductor unit.
Page 139 11. Press PCU 0 appears on the display. 12. Gently press down on the top of the printer cover until the latch clicks shut. Note: You cannot close the printer cover if you installed the photoconductor unit incorrectly. If you cannot close the cover, carefully remove and then re-install the photoconductor unit.
Page 140 Replacing Consumable Parts 14. Close the front cover. 15. Insert the paper cassette. Maintenance and Transportation 6-16...
Page 141: Cleaning Your Printer
Chapter 7, Troubleshooting. This section describes cleaning the printer case. Cleaning the printer case If the printer’s outer case is dirty or dusty, first turn off the printer; then clean it with a soft, clean cloth dampened with a mild detergent, as shown below.
Page 142: Transporting Your Printer
Transporting Your Printer If you need to move the printer a short distance, such as from one room to another, remove the paper cassette and make sure that you keep the printer level to avoid spilling toner. If you plan to ship the printer some distance, repack the printer and its accessories in the original packing materials to avoid damaging them.
Page 143 4. Open the front cover. 5. Pull out the toner cartridge. 6. Make sure the toner cartridge cover is closed. Then put the toner cartridge back in its original plastic bag. Transporting Your Printer Maintenance and Transportation 6-19...
Page 144 Transporting Your Printer 7. Close the front cover. 8. Push down on the latch on the top of the printer to open the printer cover. 9. Remove the photoconductor unit by pulling up on the green handles located on both sides of the unit as shown below.
Page 145: Unpacking The Printer After Transportation
14. Seal the main carton with packing tape. Unpacking the printer after transportation 1. Unpack the printer as described in Chapter 1. When you unpack the toner cartridge, carefully wipe off any toner during shipment by using a soft, clean cloth.
Page 146 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting Status and Error Messages......The messages ........Troubleshooting Directory.
Page 147: Status And Error Messages
Status messages appear on the display during normal operation. They indicate the printer’s current status. This section contains an alphabetical list of status and error messages you may encounter while printing and includes steps you can take to correct any problems.
Page 148 [S] DATA The printer has received data but is not yet printing, or the printer has received data and is off line. If the printer is off line, press to print the data. FEED [E] FEED JAM Paper is not feeding into the printer from the specified cassette or has jammed on its way into the printer.
Page 149 Status and Error Messages [E] ILLEGAL CARD A card in the card slot or a cartridge in the cartridge slot cannot be read. To correct this error, take the printer off line and then press CONTINUE. printer is off line and remove the card or the cartridge.
Page 150 [E] REINSERT CARD If this message appears an identity card or a font cartridge while the lit or while the printer was on line. To correct the error, make sure printer is off line. Next, reinsert the card or cartridge and press CONTINUE.
Page 151 A controller or print engine error has been detected. Write down the error number that appears in the right column of the display and turn off the printer. Turn the printer back on after a few seconds to see if the error message still appears. If it does, turn off the printer, unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet, and contact a qualified service person.
Page 152 When this message appears, press any control panel button or send data to the printer to warm it up. [W] TONER LOW The printer is almost out of toner. When you see this message, you can still print up to 20 more pages.
Page 153: Troubleshooting Directory
Printing problems The printer does not print or stops printing... . . The printout is not what you expected....
Page 154: Decline In Print Quality
. . . , ..... . . Using an optional interface, the printer does not operate as expected........
Page 155: Paper Jam Problems
FEED JAM The FEED JAM message indicates that paper is not feeding into the printer from the specified tray or has jammed on its way into the printer. When a feed error occurs, the printer stops printing. When you see the FEED JAM message, follow these steps: 1.
Page 156 To do this, open the printer cover, remove any paper pieces from the paper feed path, and close the printer cover. 2. Open and close the printer cover to reset the paper jam detector. 3. Tap the edges of the paper on a flat surface and reload it into the paper cassette.
Page 157: Paper Jam
Appendix A for more information. Note: Make sure you are using paper that meets the specifications for this printer. See Chapter 5 for the correct paper to use. PAPER JAM The message PAPER JAM indicates that there is a paper jam either in the paper input path or the paper eject area.
Page 158 Then pull the paper out from under the roller until the page is completely free of the roller. If the paper tears, make sure you remove any pieces remaining in the printer. Paper Jam Problems Troubleshooting...
Page 159 Using hot water may leave a permanent stain. If toner spills inside the printer, do not use the printer until you remove all of the spilled toner. When you resume normal printing, the first few pages that pass through the printer may be slightly smeared with excess toner.
Page 160 Paper Jam Problems 6. If the paper is caught at the paper ejection section, gently pull the paper to remove it. 7. Close the printer. Resume printing when the printer warms up. Troubleshooting 7-15...
Page 161: Power Supply
If the printer still does not operate, the outlet may be faulty. Plug another electrical device into the outlet to check whether the outlet is operating properly.
Page 162: Printing Problems
If the test shows a proper connection, skip to the last item in this problem category. The interface cable may not be plugged in securely. Check both ends of the cable between the printer and the computer. If you are using a parallel interface, secure the connector using the wire retaining clips.
Page 163 Be sure you have installed the correct font cartridge. Characters not belonging to the selected symbol set are being printed. The expected symbol set may not be available in the printer. Be sure you have installed the correct font cartridge.
Page 164 See the section on data dumps later in sent this chapter. If the printer still does not print correctly, contact your dealer or a qualified service person. The position of the printout is not what you expected.
Page 165 Printing Problems Even after changing the page length or margin positions, you find that the printed position is not correct. You may need to set the printing position with the T-OFFSET or L-OFFSET settings in the SYSTEM CONFIG menu of SelecType Level 1.
Page 166: Problems With Graphics
Graphic images do not print. After changing the printer mode, you are unable to print graphics. You may not have the correct printer driver installed. If you try to print with a software package set for another printer, nothing will be printed. Make sure that the driver matches the currently selected printer mode as described in Chapter 3.
Page 167 Chapter 4. The printer does not have sufficient memory available for the task you have given it. It may be necessary to simplify the page you are trying to print or add more memory to the printer. Press CONTINUE RESET information on adding memory.
Page 168: Selectype Problems
Settings made with SelecType are ignored. You may not have saved your settings before turning off or resetting the printer. Make sure you save your settings with the SYSTEM CONFIG option SAVE MACRO setting in SelecType Level 1 or with P-CONFIG SAVE in Level 2.
Page 169 You may be trying to select a setting that is not available in the currently selected printer mode. Not all settings are available in all printer modes. For example, you cannot select OPT from the INPUT menu if you haven’t installed the optional multi-media feeder.
Page 170: Paper Handling
See Chapter 4 to change the INPUT setting. The ONLINE light is off. The printer is off line. Press ONLINE to set the printer on line. Paper feeds crookedly or jams. Paper feeds crookedly in the printer.
Page 171 Do not store your paper in a humid or damp environment. You may not be using the correct type of paper for your printer. Smooth, high-quality copier paper is recommended for best results. See Chapter 5 for more on choosing paper.
Page 172 P-SIZE and continue printing. If the SelecType settings are incorrect, you need to press the data in the printer. Next, enter SelecType Level 1 and change the paper-size setting to match the size of the paper you are using.
Page 173 Paper Handling CAUTION: When you press the in the printer is lost. If you continue to print using paper that is smaller than the size of paper set with your software, toner may accumulate inside damage it. Make sure you set the P-SIZE setting to the paper you are using.
Page 174: Decline In Print Quality
Make sure you install the photoconductor unit CAUTION: before installing the toner cartridge; otherwise you may damage the printer. Printed pages have a dark The print density may be set for darker print. Turn density knob counterclockwise for lighter print.
Page 175 Wipe the lens with a soft clean dry lintfree cloth, moving left to right without stopping. Reinsert it in the cartridge until it clicks in place. Then reinsert the toner cartridge in the printer and close the front cover. If the print quality problem persists, replace the photoconductor unit as described in Chapter 6.
Page 176 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.
Page 177 The problem may be with your software program or interface cable. Run a test print or 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 or a qualified service person.
Page 178 The printed image is too dark. The print density knob may not be set correctly. Raise the printer cover and turn the print density knob counterclockwise. See Chapter 2 for information on adjusting the print density knob. If the problem persists, replace the photoconductor unit as described in Chapter 6.
Page 179: Options
Options Using optional font cartridges, the printer does not operate as expected. The desired font cannot be selected. You may not have inserted the font cartridge correctly. Reinsert the cartridge as described in Appendix B. The correct page orientation (portrait or landscape) may not be selected with SelecType.
Page 180 Several sheets feed into the printer at one time and jam (the FEED JAM PAPER JAM message appears on the display). You may not be fanning and tapping the stack of paper sufficiently. Remove the jammed paper following the instructions earlier in this chapter. Before reloading paper, be sure to tap the paper and even up the edges of the stack.
Page 181 Options The optional interface may not be installed correctly. Turn off the printer and unplug the interface cable and the power cable. Then check to see that the mating connector of the interface is correctly plugged into the main board. See The Optional Interface Board in Appendix A for more information.
Page 182: Data Dump Mode
The data dump mode produces an exact printout of the codes reaching the printer. 1. Make sure that the printer is loaded with paper and turned off. 2. Hold down the SelecType button while you turn on the printer.
Page 183 In the text field, printable characters appear as their true ASCII characters. Non-printable codes, such as control codes, are represented by dots.
Page 184 Technical Specifications Printer Specifications ....... Printing ......... . .
Page 185: Printer Specifications
Less than 20 seconds with letter (except when the STANDBY mode is on) 45 seconds or less at normal temperature HP LaserJet series II emulation ESC/P 24-pin printer emulation (LQ-2500) ESC/P 9-pin printer emulation (FX-850/1050) 1 slot for identity cards...
Page 186: Paper And Paper Delivery
L a b e l s Envelopes Transparencies Colored paper Card stock Epson does not recommend or guarantee use of any particular brand of paper. Because paper characteristics are subject to change by individual manufacturers, it is your responsibility to ensure the quality of paper used with the printer.
Page 187 Printer Specifications Paper weight: Paper size: Technical Specifications Plain paper: 60-90 g/m Card stock: 90-157 g/m Paper sizes using SelecType Paper: Type Letter Legal Half-Letter Executive Government Legal Government Letter Envelope: Monarch Commercial-10 Paper size range using software commands Width 98-216 (3.86-8.5 inches)
Page 188 Printer Specifications Printable area: Special sizes: Basically, the paper area within a ¼ inch (6.4 mm) border is the printable area for any paper size. Details for paper sizes using SelecType are shown below. Technical Specifications 8-5...
Page 189 Printer Specifications HP LJ-2P mode (Units = dots at 300 dpi; I, r, t, b = 50 dots) Technical Specifications...
Page 190 Printer Specifications FX and LQ emulation modes (Units = dots at 300 dpi) Technical Specifications 8-7...
Page 191: Consumable Products
Printer Specifications Paper feed alignment and direction: Paper feed: Input paper supply (75 glm Paper eject: Paper eject capacity (75 glm Consumable products Toner cartridge (S050002): Technical Specifications Center alignment for all sizes Automatic or manual feed or 20 lb paper):...
Page 192 Atmospheric pressure: No less than 740 millibar (about the same as atmospheric pressure at 2500 m or 8200 ft altitude). Example of a 5% print ratio (reduced printout, Letter-size paper). Replace at the same time as the toner cartridge. Technical Specifications 8-9 Printer Specifications...
Page 193: Mechanical
Mechanical Electrical Rated Voltage: Rated current: Rated frequency range: Power consumption: Dielectric strength (between AC line and chassis): Technical Specifications 8-10 Dimensions and weight: 177 mm (7.0 inches) Height: 356 mm (14.0 inches)* Width: 479 mm (18.9 inches) 479 mm (18.9 inches)* 362 mm (14.3 inches) Depth: 700 mm (27.6 inches)*...
Page 194: Controller Hardware
Controller hardware CPU: RAM: Environmental Temperature: Humidity: Atmospheric pressure: Operating Angle: 68000 (CPU clock 14.1312 MHz) Standard: 0.5 MB (expandable up to 5.5MB) 0 to 30°C (32 to 80°F) 20% to 80% RH No less than 740 millibar (about the same as atmospheric pressure at a 2500 m or 8200 ft altitude) Should be kept level.
Page 195: Interface Specifications
Centronics parallel serial RS-232C Parallel interface Your printer is equipped with an 8-bit parallel interface. Parallel interface pin assignments The parallel interface connector pin assignments and a description of the interface signals are shown in the table below. Signal Pin Return Pin Signal...
Page 196 Technical Specifications Interface Specifications About a 10-microsecond pulse. LOW indicates data has been received and that the printer is ready to accept more data. This signal is output as a pair with BUSY. A HIGH signal indicates that the printer cannot receive data.
Page 197 Interface Specifications 8-14 Technical Specifications...
Page 198 0.2 microseconds. Data transfer must be carried out by observing the ACKNLG or BUSY signal. (Data transfer to this printer can be carried out only after the receipt of the ACKNLG signal or when the level of the BUSY signal is LOW.
Page 199: Serial Interface (Rs232C)
Word length: 7 or 8 bits Parity: none, odd or even Stop bits: 1 or 2 Printer ready protocol: enabled (DTR and XON/XOFF protocol set to ON.) The data format can be set using options and menu items in SelecType.
Page 200 Signal ground. This pin provides a ground for all the signal lines. Data terminal ready. This pin indicates whether or not the printer is ready to receive data. If the printer ready protocol is not selected, this pin is always high (i.e. the printer is ready to receive data).
Page 201 When the printer can receive the data, the printer sets the DTR signal level to high (SPACE). When the printer cannot receive data, the printer sets the DTR signal level to low (MARK). If the DTR menu in SelecType is set to off, the DTR signal is always treated as high (SPACE.) The printer sends the TXD (transmitted data) only when...
Page 202: Initialization
You clear the data received and return the current SelecType Level 1 settings to the saved settings: When the CONTINUE printer display,* and your software sends the RESET command to the printer.* You return current SelecType Level 1 settings to the saved...
Page 203: Default Settings In Hp Emulation Mode
Initialization The following tables list the default conditions that become valid when the printer is initialized. The default conditions are different for each printer mode. Default settings in HP emulation mode Item Factory Reset Paper input AUTO Paper size Letter...
Page 204 Item Fonts (both primary and secondary) Symbol set Spacing Pitch Height Style Strokeweight Typeface Underline Font ID Character code Raster graphic resolution Macro number End of line wrap Display function Advanced graphics Symbol set Font numbers are saved in EEPROM, and font attributes are selected with the SelecType SYMSET option.
Page 205: Default Settings In Lq And Fx Emulation Modes
Default settings in LQ and FX emulation modes Item Factory Reset Paper input Auto Paper size Letter Page length 62 lines Top of form 0.5 inch Left margin Left edge of the printable area. Right margin 80 columns (10 cpi) Horizontal tab Every eight characters.
Page 206 Item Factory Reset Underline, Superscript, o f f Subscript, Double-width, Bold Italic Upright I n t e r c h a r a c t e r 0 spacing Justification DC 1, DC 3 DC 1 Enable Reset Upright DC 1 Enable Technical Specifications Initialization...
Page 207: Option Specifications
Weight: Paper feed: Feeding speed: Technical Specifications 8-24 DC 24 V supplied by the printer 10 Mohm minimum Can withstand 1250 VAC rms for one minute. Paper Width: 98-216 mm (3.86-8.50 inches) Paper Length: 148-356 mm (5.83-14.0 inches) Plain paper:...
Page 208 Mechanical Dimensions and weight: Without the printer: Height: 175 mm (6.9 inches) Width: 326 mm (12.8 inches) 384 mm (15.1 inches) Depth: Technical Specifications Option Specifications 8-25...
Page 209: Appendix A Options
Checking the board ......Optional Epson GL Identity Card ....
Page 210: The Multi-Media Feeder
98 to 216 mm (3.86 to 8.50 inches) wide and from 148 to 356 mm (5.83 to 14.0 inches) long. You can load two different sizes of paper in your printer at once (one size in the multi-media feeder and the other in your standard paper cassette). You can also set...
Page 211: The Multi-Media Feeder
The Multi-Media Feeder 1. Remove the manual feed paper guide. 2. Attach the multi-media feeder as shown below. Then, mount the multi-media feeder safely on the printer. Options A-3...
Page 212 The Multi-Media Feeder 3. Move the paper guide on the multi-media feeder as shown below. 4. Open the lid of the multi-media feeder. A-4 Options...
Page 213: Loading Paper
The Multi-Media Feeder Loading paper 1. To load paper into the multi-media feeder, first raise up the paper cover. 2. Adjust the paper guides to match the paper size you are using, as shown below. Options A-5...
Page 214 The Multi-Media Feeder 3. Take a stack of paper and fan it. Tap the edges of the paper on a flat surface to even up the stack. 4. Insert a stack of paper into the multi-media feeder, making sure the top of stack does not exceed the maximum height of the paper guide, as shown below.
Page 215: Operating The Multi-Media Feeder
5. Close the paper cover. Operating the multi-media feeder To feed paper from the multi-media feeder automatically, you need to change the paper source with your application software, or you can change the INPUT menu in SelecType Level 1. Also, you may need to change the paper size with your application software or with the P-SIZE menu in SelecType Level 1 to match the paper size in the multi-media feeder.
Page 216 3. Press to change the feeding method. 4. Press methods can select the multi-media feeder. STD Standard OPT Option AUTO Auto select feeds from the paper stock for suitable Note: AUTO feeding selects the multi-media feeder if both the paper sizes in both the standard cassette and multi-media feeder are the same.
Page 217 See Chapter 5, Saving the new paper-size setting. Depending on your application software, you may need to select the multi-media feeder using your software, rather than with SelecType. See Chapter 3 for information on using the printer with application programs. Status messages The messages listed below may appear on the display while you are operating the printer with the multi-media feeder.
Page 218: The Optional Interface Board
1. Turn off the printer. Then unplug the power cord and disconnect all interface cables from the rear of the printer. WARNING: Do not remove any screws other than the brass-colored screws specified below.
Page 219: The Optional Interface Board
5. Turn the printer around. Then attach the proper interface cable to the computer and to the optional interface connector. 6. Make sure the printer is turned off. Then plug the power cord into the printer. The Optional Interface Board...
Page 220 The Optional Interface Board Before you use the interface board, you may need to change the printer mode and the interface connection with SelecType, but if you are using the SelecType default of AUTO-SENSE, you probably will not need to change any SelecType settings. The optional interface can be selected as Channel O.
Page 221: The Memory Expansion Board
5.5MB. Note: The optional Epson GL identity (ID) card requires a minimum of 1MB additional memory. If you use another ID card, consult its manual for memory requirements.
Page 222: The Memory Expansion Board
The Memory Expansion Board Installing RAM chips on the memory board There are four sectors on the memory board, each with four chip sockets, as shown below. There are three ways to install chip sets on this board. 0.5MB chip sets in blocks A, B, C, and D A 2.0MB chip set in block A, and 0.5MB chip sets in blocks B, C, and D 2.0MB chip sets in blocks A and B, and 0.5MB chips sets in blocks...
Page 223 After you have bought the chip sets and decided where to install them, follow the steps below: 1. Locate the DIP switches on the memory board and make sure that switches 1 and 2 are off, as shown below. 2. Set the remaining DIP switches on the memory board according to the following table: DIP Switch Block...
Page 224 3. Make sure that all the pins on each chip are straight. The pins should point inward at slightly less than a 90° angle as shown below. If any of the pins are bent, straighten them by gently pushing them back into alignment with the other pins. 4.
Page 225: Installing The Board
CAUTION: Do not attempt to install the memory board unless the printer is turned off and the power cord is unplugged. Also, try not to touch any contacts on the circuit board of the printer; many of the components can be destroyed by the static electricity in your body.
Page 226 2. Disconnect all interface cables from the rear of printer. 3. Remove the two brass-colored retaining screws and the memory board cover located on the right side of the printer. Keep the screws and the cover in a safe place.
Page 227 Board The Memory Expansion 5. Secure the board using the four screws attached to the memory board. 6. Replace the cover over the memory board as shown below and secure it with the two brass-colored retaining screws. Options A-19...
Page 228: Checking The Board
Complete the following steps to make sure that the memory expansion board is installed properly and is functioning correctly. 1. Turn on the printer power and watch the display for the following: All the indicator lights on the display light briefly.
Page 229: Optional Epson Gl Identity Card
Optional Epson GL Identity Card The Epson GL Identity card allows you to install the Epson GL printer mode on your printer. The printer has one slot for identity cards. The optional Epson GL Identity card requires a minimum of 1MB additional memory.
Page 230: Inserting A Card
(after you press Be careful damage or by using too much force. 1. Make sure that the printer is not in one of the following conditions: light is flashing fast. (The printer is receiving data FEED through the currently-selected interface.) You are setting parameters using SelecType.
Page 231 5. Gently slide the card into the slot as shown below. CAUTION: If the message REMOVE CARD appears on display, you inserted the card or when the printer’s memory contained data. If you see this message, remove the card, press return to step 1.
Page 232: Using The Epson Gl Identity Card
Optional Epson GL Identity Card Using the Epson GL identity card To run the EPSON GL printer mode after inserting the identity card, follow these steps: 1. Press SelecType until SelecType LEVEL2 appears on the display. 2. Press until MODE ASSIGN appears.
Page 233: Removing A Card
FEED the description of card error messages in Chapter 7 for more information. Make sure that the printer is not in one of the following conditions: light is flashing fast (the printer is receiving data FEED through the currently-selected interface). You are setting parameters using SelecType.
Page 234: Recovering From A Card Error
MEMORY OVERFLOW INSUFF MEMORY A card error occurs if you insert or remove a card when the printer is on line or when the printer’s memory contains data. You cannot use the card or print documents until you correct the card error.
Page 235: Available Font Cartridges
Appendix B Font Cartridges Available Font Cartridges ......Using the Font Cartridges ......Inserting a font cartridge .
Page 236 Available Font Cartridges This printer can use any of the font cartridges listed below when the HP LaserJet IIP emulation mode is selected. By using font cartridges, you can select many different styles of type in addition to the resident fonts in your printer.
Page 237 Anacom Peripherals Everex Pacific lntercon Caution: Use only the font cartridges listed above in your printer. Do not use other cartridges with this printer or you may damage your printer. Cartridge #CO1 WordPerfect #CO2 Microsoft #CO3 Polished Worksheets. #CO4 Persuasive Presentations #CO5 Forms Etc.
Page 238: Using The Font Cartridges
Using the Font Cartridges Inserting a font cartridge You insert a font cartridge into the slot on the front of the printer. CAUTION: Never insert or remove a cartridge while the printer is on line, in SelecType mode, or while the printer is resetting (after you press Be careful when you insert or remove a font cartridge.
Page 239 Using the Font Cartridges 4. Hold the cartridge so that the label on the cartridge faces left as shown below. 5. Press firmly until the cartridge locks into place. Font Cartridges B-5...
Page 240: Selecting A Font With Your Application Program
Most application programs, however, allow you to select fonts, and you should or printer commands to do so. To select a font using SelecType, see Choosing a Font, Chapter 4. For information on printer commands, see Appendix D. Also see your software manual for information on to use printer command sequences.
Page 241: Removing A Font Cartridge
CAUTION: Never remove a font cartridge while the printer is on line, in SelecType mode, or while the printer is resetting. If you remove a card while the printer is in one of these states, a REINSERT CARD message appears on the display.
Page 242 Using the Font Cartridges 4. Grasp the edges of the cartridge and slowly pull it from the slot. 5. Turn on the printer or press to set the printer on line. ON LINE Font Cartridges...
Page 243: Hp Emulation Mode
Appendix C Character Samples and Symbol Sets Available Fonts and Symbol Sets ..... C-2 Resident fonts........Symbol sets .
Page 244: Available Fonts And Symbol Sets
Available Fonts and Symbol Sets This appendix describes the printer’s resident fonts and available symbol sets in HP LaserJet IIP and Epson LQ/FX emulation modes. Resident fonts The following table lists the resident bitmap fonts in the printer and the printer modes that support these fonts. Character samples of each font are included later in this appendix.
Page 245: Available Fonts And Symbol Sets
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. Not all symbol sets are available in all modes. The following table lists the symbol sets and the modes that can access those sets.
Page 246: Hp Emulation Mode
This section describes the resident fonts and symbol sets available in HP emulation mode. Resident fonts The printer offers a variety of resident fonts in HP emulation mode. The following table lists the resident fonts available in HP emulation mode and shows samples of text printed with them.
Page 247 ISO ANSI ASCII Set (Symbol Set ID Note: For the shaded areas, see the international character table set. that #OU) Character Samples and Symbol Sets HP Emulation Mode...
Page 248: International Set For Iso Sets
International Set for ISO Sets Name ANSI ASCII United Kingdom ISO 10 Swedish ISO 11 Swedish 2 ISO 14 JIS ASCII ISO 15 Italian ISO 16 Portuguese ISO 17 Spanish ISO 21 German ISO 25 French ISO 57 Chinese ISO 60 Norwegian v1 ISO 61 Norwegian v2...
Page 249 HP Emulation Mode HP Legal Set HP Roman-8 Extension (Symbol Set ID #1U) (Symbol Set ID 0E) Character Samples and Symbol Sets...
Page 250 HP Emulation Mode ISO 100 ECMA-94 (Symbol Set ID #0N) Latin-1 Character Samples and Symbol Sets...
Page 251 HP Emulation Mode HP Roman-8 Set (Symbol Set ID #8U) Character Samples and Symbol Sets...
Page 252 HP Emulation Mode HP IBM-US Set (Symbol Set ID #10U) IBM-US (#10u) IBM-DN (#11u) C-10 Character Samples and Symbol Sets...
Page 253 HP Emulation Mode Multilingual (Symbol Set ID #12U) Note to <14> cannot be printed in <16> : <01> <1F> ESCP emulation modes. Character Samples and Symbol Sets C-11...
Page 254: Lq And Fx Emulation Modes
LQ and FX emulation modes. Resident fonts The printer offers a variety of resident fonts in LQ and FX emulation modes. The following table lists the resident fonts available in LQ and FX emulation modes and shows samples of text printed with them.
Page 255: Character Sets
LQ and FX emulation modes. The tables show both the characters and their hexadecimal values. Epson Italic Character Table Note: You do not need to select the italic character table to print italics. You can print italics when out of the other character tables is selected.
Page 256 LQ and FX Emulation Modes Pc USA C-14 Character Samples and Symbol Sets...
Page 257 LQ and FX Emulation Modes The following tables show the characters that differ from P USA. Nordic 9B 9D AF Portuguese 84 86 89 88 8C 8E 8F 91 92 94 96 98 99 9D 9F A9 Pc CanFrench Character Samples and Symbol Sets C - 1 5...
Page 258 Characters International Countory U.S.A. France Germany U.K. Denmark 1 Sweden Italy Spain 1 Japan Norway Denmark 2 Spain 2 Latin America C-16 Character Samples and Symbol Sets...
Page 259: Converting Hexadecimal Numbers To Decimals
Converting Hexadecimal Numbers to Decimals If you prefer to use decimal numbers instead of hexadecimal numbers, you can convert them with the chart below. Just read down in the column for the first digit of the hexadecimal value and across in the row for the second digit. The decimal value corresponds to your hexadecimal number is at the intersection that of the column beginning with the hexadecimal number’s first digit...
Page 260: Appendix D Printer Modes
Printer Modes Available Printer Modes ....... D-2 HP Emulation Mode .......
Page 261: Available Printer Modes
Epson FX This appendix gives you information on how to operate your printer as an HP LaserJet series IIP, Epson LQ-2500, or Epson FX-800/1000 (FX-86e/286e) printer. It also describes the differences between modes and provides you with a list of the printer commands used in each mode.
Page 262: Hp Emulation Mode
This section gives you information about using HP emulation. It describes the unique features of your printer’s HP emulation as well as the differences between your printer’s HP emulation and printing with the HP LaserJet itself. A list of printer commands is also provided. connect your printer...
Page 263: Hp Emulation Mode
HP Emulation Mode Operating as an HP LaserJet IIP printer Operating the printer in HP emulation mode differs slightly from operating a LaserJet IIP because the two printers use different technologies. The differences in printing are explained below. Input paper supply...
Page 264: Hp Emulation Command Summary
Printable area The size of the printable area for the LaserJet IIP and this printer is the same. The maximum number of characters that can be printed per line is also the same. However, the absolute print position may not be exactly the same as a printout from an HP LaserJet IIP printer.
Page 265 The values for # produce the effects in the following table. Whenever INPUT in SelecType is set to AUTO, this command is enabled for #2 or #3. Epson laser Eject current page Feed from standard paper cassette Manual feed...
Page 266 Printer commands arranged by topic The HP printer commands supported in HP LaserJet IIP emulation are listed below. Backspace Line feed Form feed Carriage return Shift out Shift in Escape Horizontal tab Orientation: Orientation Font selection: Symbol set HP Math 7...
Page 267 ISO 16: Portuguese IS0 84: Portuguese IBM IS0 85: Spanish IBM HP Thai 8 HP Turkish 8 IS0 6: ANSI ASCII HP Legal ISO 2: IRV HP HPL Language Set Printer Modes Primary Secondary ESC)0K ESC(0K ESC)1K ESC(1K ESC)2K ESC(2K...
Page 268 ESC(10U ESC)11U ESC(11U ESC)12U ESC(12U ESC)15U ESC(15U ESC)0V ESC(0V ESC)8V ESC(8V ESC)0Y ESC(0Y ESC)8Y ESC(8Y ESC)s#P ESC(s#P ESC)s#H ESC(s#H 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&1#P ESC&1#A ESC&1#E ESC&1#F ESC 9 ESC&a#L ESC&a#M ESC&1#C ESC&1#D Printer Modes D-9...
Page 269 HP Emulation Mode Half-line feed: Half-line feed Raster graphics: Raster graphics resolution Start raster graphics Transfer raster graphics End raster graphics Specialized printer control: Printer reset Status sheet print Cursor positioning: Horizontal (columns) Vertical (lines) Horizontal (decipoints) Vertical (decipoints) Horizontal (dots)
Page 270 Vertical size (dots) Horizontal size (decipoints) Vertical size (decipoints) Print graphics Specify graphic pattern ESC&k#H ESC&k#G ESC&s#C ESC&1#X ESC&1#H ESC*c#D ESC*c#E ESC*c#F ESC(s#W [data] ESC)s#W [data] ESC(#X ESC)#X ESC(3@ ESC)3@ ESC&f#Y ESC&f#X ESC&f#S ESC*c#A ESC*c#B ESC*c#H ESC*c#V ESC*c#P ESC*c#G Printer Modes D-11...
Page 271: Lq And Fx Emulation Modes
Your printer has the ability to emulate an Epson LQ-2500 or FX-800/1000 (86e/286e) series printer. This means that you your printer to a computer set up for an Epson LQ or FX connect printer and print without having to modify the software controlling your printer.
Page 272 SI / ESC SI These commands print 10 cpi characters in a 16.66 cpi font, and 12 cpi characters in a 20 cpi font. On an actual LQ/FX series printer, these commands condense the font. D-13...
Page 273 FX and LQ printers. Because of this process, the graphics commands listed above do not produce exactly the same output on the printer that they would on an Epson FX or LQ printer. D-14 Printer Modes...
Page 274 The printer handles the DEL command as a BS command. Print portion return is the same as for an FX or LQ printer, although your printer does not clear previous characters. FX or LQ printers clear the data in their print buffer with this command;...
Page 275 ESC A ESC J ESC j Vertical tabbing ESC B ESC b ESC / Printer Modes D-16 Line feed Select 1/8-inch line spacing Select 7/72-inch line spacing (FX only) Select 1/6-inch line spacing Select n/180-inch line spacing (LQ) Select n/216-inch line spacing (FX)
Page 276: Horizontal Motion
Select condensed mode Select condensed mode Cancel condensed mode Select double-width mode (one line) Select double-width mode (one line) Turn double-width mode on/off Cancel double-width mode (one line) Turn double-height mode on/off LQ and FX Emulation Modes Printer Modes D-17...
Page 277 ESC K ESC L ESC Y ESC Z ESC * ESC ? ESC ^ D-18 Printer Modes Cancel superscript/subscript mode Turn underline mode on/off Select justification Set intercharacter space Select character table Select italic mode Cancel italic mode Select an international character set...
Page 278: Glossary
A measure of the speed of data transmission. It is used when setting up the serial interface on the computer and printer. A binary digit (0 or 1), which is the smallest unit of information used by a printer or computer.
Page 279 bold A print enhancement that produces darker than normal characters and is typically used to add emphasis to a document. Bold is also offered as a font attribute. buffer See memory. byte A unit of information consisting of eight bits. A byte usually corresponds to one character or code.
Page 280 A font that is loaded into the printer’s memory from an outside source, such as a computer. Dots per inch. This is a measure of print resolution. driver The part of an application program that converts commands from the program into commands used by the printer.
Page 281: Input Buffer
This mode can be used by experienced users as a troubleshooting tool. identity cards Optional cards that can be plugged into the card slot on the printer. initialization Returns the printer to its defaults (fixed set of conditions).
Page 282 See also EEPROM, RAM, and ROM. nonvolatile memory The portion of the printer’s memory that is not lost when you turn off the printer. The ROM portion of nonvolatile memory is permanent. The EEPROM portion is permanent unless it is reprogrammed.
Page 283 A set of operating commands that determines how data sent from the computer is interpreted and acted upon. Printer modes can emulate existing printers. Your printer offers three printer modes: HP LaserJet III’ (LJ-2P), LQ, and FX emulations.
Page 284 Information stored in ROM is used to control how the printer operates. Resident fonts are also stored in ROM. SelecType A feature of the printer that allows you to set printer values and control most of the printer’s functions from the control panel. serial interface See interface.
Page 285 Symbols are assigned to specific codes in a character table. test print A method of checking the operation of the printer. When a test print is performed with the SelecType feature, the printer prints out one of the two test patterns (vertical or horizontal lines).
Page 286 2-14 paper, 5-14 paper size, 5-11-13 Cleaning printer case, 6-17 transfer charger wire, 6-9-10 Connecting parallel interface, 2-14-16 printer to more than one computer, 2-14 printer to computer, 2-13-20 serial interface, 2-18-19 Consumable products replacing, 6-2-16 specifications, 8-8-9 CONTINUE...
Page 287 Emulation modes, see Epson and HP Envelopes, 5-4 Epson LQ and FX emulation modes, 3-2-4, 4-35, 4-38-44, 8-7, 8-22-23, C-12-16, D-12-18 character sets, C-13-16 printer modes, D-12-18 resident fonts, C-12 Epson GL identity card, optional, 5, A-21-26 Error handling, 8-18...
Page 288 2-3, 7-17 Operating multi-media feeder, A-7-9 Option specifications, 8-24-25 Optional interface board, A-10-13 interfaces, Epson, 3,2-13 Epson GL identity card, 5, A-21-26 caring for cards, A-21 inserting a card, A-22-23 recovering from a card error, A-26 removing a card, A-25...
Page 289 Photoconductor unit, 1-7, 6-2 cautions, 1-8 installing, 1-7-10 replacing, 6-10-16 specifications, 8-9 Power cord, attaching, 1-18-19 supply, 7-8, 7-16 POWERON MACRO, 4-19-20 Precautions, laser printer, 6 Print density, adjusting, 2-10-12 quality, decline, 7-29-33 Printer assembling, 1-7-20 carrying, 1-6 cleaning, 6-17 connecting to computer,...
Page 290 4-21-33 options, 4-11-33 problems, 7-23-24 using, 4-7-10 SELECTYPE button, 2-4,4-5-6 Serial interface, 2-13 connecting, 2-18-19 SelecType settings, 4-25-28 specifications, 8-16-18 Setting up the printer, 1-1-20 Specifications electrical, 8-10 environmental, 8-11 initialization, 8-19-23 interface, 8-12-18 mechanical, 8-10 option,8-24-25 paper, 8-3-8 printer, 8-2-11...
Page 291 TEST PRINT function, 4-4, 4-21 Testing and connecting your printer, 2-1-20 parallel connection, 2-17-18 printer, 2-6-12 Thin paper, 5-6 Tips for first-time laser printer user, 8-10 T-OFFSET, 4-17 Toll-free number, Intro-10 Toner cartridge, 1-7,6-2 cautions, 1-12 installing, 1-11-13 replacing, 6-3-7...
Page 292: Quick Reference
The following menu maps show the possible menus and options in SelecType. Mode-specific options, those marked “refer to mode,” are listed under each printer mode later on this card. See Chapter 3 for a description of each option. ( ) - Only available with option...
Page 293 SelecType Level 1 in LJ-2P mode RD - 0 to available FONT (A) - 0 to available (C) - 0 to available FORM SUB CONFIG. SYMSET 60LINES [0 to 128 or ***] Roman-8 IBM-US IBM-DN ECM94-1 French Chinese ANSI AS Norweg1 Swedish Norweg 2...
Page 294 SelecType Level 1 in LQ and FX modes FONT Courier Prestige (OCR-B) (OCR-A) D L * SUB CONFIG. PITCH CONDENSED L-MARGIN R-MARGIN FORM TOP TEXT SKIPBOTTOM CGTABLE COUNTRY J-REPRINT AUTO CR ZERO CHAR. WIDE PAGE B-IMAGE PROP. ON/OFF 0 to available 1 to available 0.50 TO 1.50 62LINES [1 to available]...
Page 295 SelecType Level 1 C A N C E L : < S : ^ P : V 0 : > INPUT P-SIZE COPIES ORIENT. FONT STATUS SHEET FONT SAMPLE SUB CONFIG. SYSTEM CONFIG. (OPT) A U T O L e t t e r E X E LETTER M O N A R C H...
Page 296 C - R O M F O N T PAGECOUNTER n PCU COUNTER n STANDBY E N A B L E DISABLE L J - 2 P (EPSON GL) [CH P] SLCTIN AUTOFEED BUSY DELAY [ C H S ] WORD LENGTH BAUD RATE...
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Chapter 1 Setting up the Printer

Chapter 2 Testing and Connecting Your Printer

Chapter 4 Selectype

Chapter 5 Paper Handling

Chapter 6 Maintenance and Transportation

Chapter 7 Troubleshooting

Chapter 8 Technical Specifications

Appendix A Options

Appendix C Character Samples and Symbol Sets

Appendix D Printer Modes

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