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    U S E R'S GUIDE aa
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    product or unauthorized modifications, repairs, or alterations to this product, or (excluding the US) failure to strictly comply with Seiko Epson Corporation's operating and maintenance instructions. Seiko Epson Corporation shall not be liable against any damages or problems arising from the use of
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    been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio or television reception. However, there
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    Ink Cartridge l-8 Testing the Printer 1-13 Loading paper in the paper feeder 1-13 Running the self test 1-15 Connecting the Printer to Your Computer 1-16 Using Software Programs 1-17 Microsoft Windows 3.1 and all Windows Programs . . . . . 1-17 What is a Printer Driver 1-18 Fonts with Windows
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    table setting 2-16 Chapter 3 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Replacing the Ink Cartridge Cleaning the Print Head Cleaning the Printer 3-4 Transporting the Printer 3-5 Troubleshooting 3-5 Error indicators 3-6 Power supply 3-7 Printing 3-7 Paper handling 3-12 Appendix Technical Specifications
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    control panel paper supper \ Paper feeder cover paper separator manual feed slot access panel AC inlet 0 0 Courier 0 0 Roman T (PS) 00 Sans Serii H (PS) 08 Roman 80 Sans Serif 8 8 Prestige
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    and print a self test. Be sure to read and follow these instructions. cl Chapter 2 contains information that you will need to use special printer functions. It explains how to load paper manually and change printer settings from the control panel. 0 Chapter 3 contains maintenance and troubleshooting
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    control language provides scalable fonts and improved graphics capability. 0 Compatibility. Supports the EPSON ESC /I'@ commands widely used in application programs written for other EPSON printers. cl Convenience. Drop-m ink cartridge prints up to 700 pages (at 1000 characters/page, using the Roman
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    in locating your nearest Authorized EPSON Reseller or Service Center cl Technical assistance with the installation, configuration, and operation of EPSON products ci Information on ESC / P 2 drivers for your software 0 Sales of the ESC/P reference manual, which contains comprehensive information on
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    on our current and new products 0 Sales of ink cartridges, supplies, parts, documentation, and accessories for your EPSON product 0 Customer Relations CompuServe@ On-line Support The fastest way to access helpful tips, specifications, drivers, application notes, and bulletins is through the
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    of the product. All claims under this guarantee MUST be supported by evidence of purchase, normally the bill of sale invoice, and it contact the Service Co-ordinator Manager at Epson (UK) Limited. Epson (UK) Limited, or EPSON Appointed Distributors, will at their discretion repair or replace
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    modifications. The guarantee does not cover visits to the user's premises or the repair or commissioning of the product on site. 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
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    : 0 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 (+) or coloured green or green and yellow. 0 The blue wire must be connected to the terminal in the plug marked with the letter N or
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    Read all of these instructions before you set up your printer. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the printer. Unplug the printer from the wall outlet before you clean it, and use a damp cloth for cleaning, not liquid or aerosol cleaners. Do not use your printer near water or spill
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    shock 0 Except as specifically explained in the user's manual, do not attempt to repair the printer yourself. This could expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks. Refer ail servicing in those compartments to service personnel. 0 Unplug the printer from the wall outlet and have it
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    Warnings, Cautions, and Notes Warnings must befoIIozoed carefully to avoid bodily injury. m Cautions must be observed to avoid damage to your g equipment. Notes contain important information and useful tips on the operation of your printer. 10 Introduction
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    Ink Cartridge l-8 Testing the Printer 1-13 Loading paper in the paper feeder 1-13 Running the self test 1-15 Connecting the Printer to Your Computer 1-16 Using Software Programs 1-17 Microsoft Windows 3.1 and aII Windows Programs . . . . 1-17 What is a Printer Driver 1-18 Fonts with Windows
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    printouts usually associated with laser printers. And the ink cartridge inside your printer is easier to replace and more affordable than the toner cartridges used by lasers. Inside the ink jet print head, tiny spray units, or jets, draw ink from the cartridge and then propel ink dots onto the page
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    put your hand inside the printer or touch the cartridge during printing. 0 Before transporting the printer, make sure the print head is capped, and do not remove the ink cartridge. Q Perform the cleaning cycle only if print quality has declined. 0 Don't move the print head by hand. .-___--Setting
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    works in your printer without problems. However, it is a good practice to test any paper or envelopes in your printer before buying large quantities . If the ink does not dry quickly enough, try removing sheets one at a time as they finish printing. Note: Ink jet printers are particularly sensitive
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    Unpacking the Printer Your printer box should include these items: Ink Cartridge Power Cord In some locations, the power cord comes attached to the printer. The shape of the AC plug varies by country; be sure the plug included is the right shape for your location. Q Caution: You must remove
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    . To install it, push the paper support notches onto the mounting posts on the printer case. Choosing a Place for the Printer When selecting a location for your printer, follow these guidelines: a Place the printer on a flat, horizontal, stable surface. If the printer is tilted or at an angle, it
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    . a Use a grounded power outlet; do not use an adapter plug. If you plan to use a printer stand, follow these guidelines: 0 Use a stand that supports at least 10 kg (22 lb). 0 Never use a stand that tilts the printer. It should always be kept level. 0 Place cables so they do not interfere with paper
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    the AC inlet on the back of the printer. 4. Plug the power cord into a properly grounded electrical outlet. Installing the Ink Cartridge Each ink cartridge contains enough ink to print about 700 pages. The exact number of pages a single cartridge can print varies according to the amount of text and
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    install the ink cartridge: 1. Make sure the printer is turned off. 2. Hold down both the AH and Pause buttons while you turn on the printer. Release the buttons after the printer starts initializing. The print hea$ moves to the ink cartridge replace position automatically and the Pause light begins
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    3. Open the printer cover. 4. Pull the top of the ink cartridge clamp toward you to open it. 1-10 Setting Up Your Printer
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    the foil package containing the ink cartridge and remove it from the protective cardboad. Make sure to remove the tape seal from the ink cartridge. 6. Lower the cartridge into the holder with the label face up and the arrow mark on the cartridge towards the arrow mark on the printer case. Setting Up
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    the ink cartridge clamp toward the back of the printer to secure the cartridge. 8. Press the Alt button again to return the print head to the far right position and to charge the ink delivery system. Charging takes about one minute. The Pause light flashes throughout the cycle and turns off when ink
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    After you install the ink cartridge, you can use the built-in self test to make sure the printer is working properly. You can run the self test with paper from the built-in paper feeder or by feeding a sheet manually. This section describes loading paper in the paper feeder. Loading paper in the
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    the stack with the right edge of the paper feeder. Then move the left edge guide to match the width of your paper, as shown below. 4. Close the paper stack. Now you are ready to run the self test. For more about printing with the paper feeder, be sure to read "Tips for Using the Paper Feeder"
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    loads a sheet of paper automatically from the paper feeder and begins the self test. It prints on the first and last lines of page 1 to measure the page length. Then the printer prints characters in each font on page 2. Here is part of a typical self test: Courier 0123456789:;
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    Your Computer If the self test prints correctly, you are ready to connect your printer to the computer. You need a shielded twisted-pair parallel cable to connect your computer to the printer's built-in parallel interface. Follow these steps: 1. Make sure both the printer and computer are turned off
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    screen. 4. In the list of printers box, select EPSON Stylus 400. If Stylus 400 is not available, select EPSON Stylus 300, EPSON Stylus 800, or EPSON AP-3250 ESC/P 2. If these are also not available, select EPSON LQ-870. 5. Choose the Install button. A dialog box may instruct you to insert a diskette
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    . 10. Choose the OK button. 11. Highlight EPSON Stylus 400 (or the printer you added) and click the button labeled Set As Default Printer. 12. Click the Close button. You have now chosen the printer driver for Windows. What is a Printer Driver? The software you use to enter and format your documents
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    Windows Stylus 400, Stylus 300, Stylus 800, AP-3250, or LQ-870 driver. If you want to use the printer's internal fonts and the TrueType fonts, contact Microsoft Windows Product Support. WordPerfect® 6.0 or 5.1 for MS-DOS® If your current version of WordPerfect does not support the EPSON Stylus 400
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    Disk). 5. Insert the diskette containing the EPSON Stylus 400 driver. 6. When you see Directory for Printer files, C: \ WPC60-DOS or C: \ WP51\, type A: or B:, depending on which drive you are using. 7. Select Stylus 400 from the list of EPSON printers on the diskette and press Enter. WordPerfect
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    , many programs can send their own fonts to the printer in the same way they send your documents. For instance, Lotus l-2-3 creates and sends the fonts that it uses to print spreadsheets. Whether you use internal fonts or fonts downloaded from software, you will most likely need to select your fonts
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    and formats that you use most often. printing the sample file shows you how the printer works with your application Pro0gran-t. If the printing results are not what you expect, see "Troubleshooting" in Chapter 3 or consult your computer or software manual. Tips for Using the Paper Feeder Following
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    usually adjust the margins by using your programs, taking the printer's default loading position into account. You can change the default it using your application program or printer commands, if necessary. See the Appendix for more about printer commands. 0 If the ink does not dry fast enough, try
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    Ch apter 2 Using Other Printer Functions Loading Paper Manually 2-2 Paper sizes 2-2 Printing on single sheets 2-2 Printing on envelopes 2-4 Tips for Maintaining the Correct Printing Position 2-6 Operating the Control Panel 2-6 Indicator lights 2-7 Buttons 2-8 Selecting Character Fonts 2-9
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    sizes fromthe manual feed slot: 0 Envelope No. 6,166 mm (6.5 inches) wide x 92 mm (3.6 inches) I'J Envelope No. 10,240 mm (9.5 inches) wide x 104 mm (4.1 inches) Printing on single sheets Follow these steps to load a single sheet in the manual feed slot: 1. Turn on the printer. 2-2 Using Other
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    the way out, press the Load/Eject button. 4. You can print as many sheets as you like from the manual slot. When you want'to switch to the paper feeder, press the Load/Eject button without inserting a sheet into the manual slot. The printer then loads a sheet of paper from the paper feeder. Using
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    one at a time as they finish printing. Printing on envelopes You can also use the manual feed slot to print on individual envelopes. 1. Turn on the printer and open the printer cover. 2. Press the Pause button to set the Pause light on. 3. Hold down the Replace Ink (AN) button for several seconds
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    an envelope into the manual feed slot with the wide end at the top entering the printer first and the printable side face-up until it meets resistance. The printer loads the envelope to the print position automatically. 9. Now give your print command. The printer ejects the envelope automatically
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    problem, try the following IJ Select single sheets or sheet feeder bin 1 in your software 0 Reduce the maximum number of lines per page 0 Reduce the top and bottom margins in your document, through your software application Operating the Control Panel The indicator lights and buttons on the printer
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    . The print speed is the same in both economy and LQ mode, but the economy mode uses less ink This mode is ideal for rough drafts. Paper Out/Ink Out On when the printer runs out of paper. Flashing indicates that the ink in the ink cartridge is low or the cartridge is empty. When only this light is
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    to cycle through the font choices on the font menu. The Font lights indicate the current selection. AD/Replace ink Hold down this button for several seconds to move the carriage to the ink cartridge replace position when the printer is paused. The Alt button also alters the functions of the other
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    printer has six built-in character fonts including two new EPSON fonts: the EPSON Roman T and EPSON Sans Serif H. (The Roman T is similar to the Times" font; Sans Serif H is similar to Helvetica?') Press the Font button to select from the six fonts listed on the controipanel. The two Font lights
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    the Economy/Condensed (AR + Font) button. (EPSON Roman T and EPSON Sans Serif H cannot be condensed.) You can condense printing that is 10 cpi, 12 cpi, and proportionally spaced. You cannot condense 15-cpi printing. Note: If your application software controls fonts and can select the condensed mode
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    comes with a series of internal settings that control B variety of printer functions, such as print direction and loading position. because these settings take effect each time you turn on the printer, they are called default settings. The factory default settings are designed to meet the needs
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    between bidirectional (for text data) and unidirectional motion (for graphics data). When this feature is set to off, the print head motion is controlled by your software. Network interface mode If your printer is connected to a single computer, leave this feature off. If you want to use the
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    with l/6 inch line spacing, but with the 3 mm setting you can print 66 lines. If you set the top margin in your software, that setting is added to the default-setting value. Changing the default settings To change the printer's default settings, you use the control panel buttons; the control panel
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    language English French German ltallan Spanish Font light 0 0 0 8 0 0 0 0 .I, 0 0 On 0 Off 0 Flashing d After you press the Ait button, the printer prints the current default settings and the next instruction in the language you selected. Wait until printing is finished; then go to the
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    is off. If you are changing the character-table setting, skip to "Changing the character-table setting" below. 5; Press the Font button until the Font lights match your desired setting as shown in the table below. Network Interface mode On 0 Off 0 6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 to make all your changes
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    Spain I PC437 PC850 PC860 PC863 PC865 PC861 BRASCII Abicomp Note: lf the table you printed in Step 3 on page 2-14 includes "Submenu 3, 'I use that table to select you move from setting to setting, the Font lights turn on, off, or flash to show your selection, as indicated in the following table.
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    may exit the default-setting mode any time by turning ofif the printer. Any changes you have made remain in effect until you change them again. Q lf you want to check fhe new default settings, enter the default-setting mode again and print the current settings. After you check them, turn the
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    Chapter 3 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Replacing the Ink Cartridge 3-2 Cleaning the Print Head 3-3 Cleaning the Printer 3-4 Transporting the Printer 3-5 Troubleshooting 3-5 Error indicators 3-6 Power supply 3-7 Printing 3-7 Paper handling 3-12 Maintenance and Troubleshooting 3-1
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    empty. When the cartridge is out of ink, the printer stops printing, and the Ink Out and Data lights flash and the Pause light stays on. Printing will not resume until you insert a new cartridge. It's a good idea to keep a spare ink cartridge on hand. Use EPSON ink cartridge SO20025 to ensure
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    to page 1-11 and follow the steps there to install the new cartridge. Note: When you replace the cartridge, the printer will not recharge the ink delivery system again. However, the print head may start moving as the printer performs normal maintenance procedures. This can take up to 40 seconds to
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    the printer mechanism or electronic components. 0 Do not use a hard or abrasive brush. Q Do not spray the inside of the printer with lubricants; unsuitable oils can damage the mechanism. Contact your dealer or a qualified service person if lubrication is needed. 3-4 h4aintenance and Troubleshooting
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    head. See "Cleaning the Print Head." Troubleshooting Most problems you may have with your printer have simple solutions. Find your problem in this section and follow the recommended steps. If you cannot solve your problem, contact your dealer or a qualified service person for assistance. Maintenance
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    off the printer. After a few seconds, turn it back on again. No ink or no ink cartridge The ink cartridge may be empty or not installed. Install an ink cartridge or replace the one you have installed with a new one. Fatal ink system error Contact your dealer. 3-6 Maintenance and Troubleshooting
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    but nothing prints. Contact your dealer. Printing stops and the Data and Pause lights flash. The paper is jammed inside the printer. Follow the steps on page 3-13. A carriage error has occurred. Turn off the printer. After a few seconds, turn it back on again. Maintenance and Troubleshooting 3-7
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    The Ink Out light flashes. The ink cartridge is almost out of ink. Get ready to replace the ink cartridge. The Ink Out and Data lights flash, and the Pause light stays on; the printer does not print. The ink cartridge may be empty or not installed. Install an ink cartridge ,or replace the one you
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    service person.. Check the printer settings within your software program. Use the hex dump mode to pinpoint communication problems between the printer problems. The printer sounds like it is printing, but nothing prints. The print head nozzles may be clogged. Turn the Pause light Troubleshooting 3-9
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    side gives you the best print quality. Your paper may be moist or damp. Do not store your paper in a dainp or humid environment. The typestyles or characters set with your software do not print. Check that the program is correctly configured for your printer. 3-10 Maintenance and Troubleshooting
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    . Adjust the line-space setting with your software. Printed page length is not as expected. The page length setting may not match the length of the paper loaded in the printer. Change the page length setting within your software to match the paper you are using. Maintenance and Troubleshooting 3-11
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    printer does not print; the Paper Out and Pause lights are on. No paper is loaded in the printer. Load paper in the paper feeder or from the manual feed slot; then press the Pause button to set the Pa use light not store your paper in a damp or humid environment. 3-12 Maintenance and Troubleshooting
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    a new sheet straight into the manual feed slot. The paper is jammed inside the printer. To clear a paper jam follow the steps below. 1. Open the printer cover and the paper feeder cover. 2. Pull the access panel away from the rear of the printer, as shown below. Maintenance and Troubleshooting 3-13
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    printer cover and the paper feeder cover. Preventing paper feed and paper jam problems If you have frequent paper feed or paper jam problems, try these corrective measures: cl Use a higher-quality paper, one that is not too thin or rough. Some types of paper require manual and Troubleshooting
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    Appendix Technical Specifications A-2 Printer specifications A-2 Command Summary A-12 Sending printer commands A-12 Using the command summary A-12 Character Tables A-23 Appendix A-1
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    Technical Specifications Printer specifications Printing Printing method: Thermal 48-nozzle ink jet matrix Printable columns and printing speed: Character pitch (chamcten per inch) 10 12 15 17 (10 condensed) 20 (12 condensed) Printable columns 80 96 120 137 160 Printing speed (characters per
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    combinations using ESC/P 2 commands. See the command summary later in this chapter for a list of commands. Scalable fonts: Font EPSON Roman EPSON Sans Serif EPSON Roman EPSON Sans Serif H Min pt 8 8 8 8 Max pt 32 32 32 Incw3ments 2 2 Pt 2 Pt 2 Pt Character tables: Character sets: 8 graphic
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    under normal temperature and humidity conditions only. Poor quality paper may reduce print quality and cause paper jams and other problems. lf you encounter problems, switch to a higher grade of paper. Envelopes (Manual insertion): Size Thickness Weight No. 6 166 x 92 mm (6.5 x 3.6 inches) No. 10
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    the letter-size paper feeder 3 mm (0.12 inch) for manual insertion The minimum bottom margin is 13.0 mm (0.51 inches), Mechanical Paper-feed method: Ink cartridge (S020025): Color: Print capacity: Cartridge life: Temperature: Friction Black Approximately 0.7 million characters in letter quality
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    print volume: Dimensions and weight: Height Width Depth Weight 4,000 power-on hours 25,000 pages (1000 characters/A4 or letter) 159 mm (6.3 inches) 435 mm (17.1 inches) 264 mm (10.4 inches) (without paper support) 400 mm (15.7 inches) (with paper support during self-test printing in LQ mode at
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    (without condensation): Operation: Storage: 10" to 35°C (50' to 95°F) -20" to 50°C (-4" to 122°F) 20 to 80% RI-I 5to!35qP'o RH 80% Print aaeured 55% 20% 10°C (50°F) Safety approvals Safety standards: US model: European model: R.F.I.: US model: European model: 27°C 35°C (8OT) (95T) UL1950 with
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    Interface specifications Your printer is equipped with an 8-bit parallel interface. Specifications and pin assignments The built-in parallel interface has is logical 0. About an 11q.s pulse. LOW Indicates that data has been received and that the printer is ready to accept more data. A-8 Appendix
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    E NC GND CHASSIS GND NC GND KiT Direction OUT OUT OUT IN - IN Deccriptlon A HIGH signal Indicates the printer cannot receive data. The signal goes HIGH LOW, the paper b automatically fed one line after printing. Not used Logic ground level Printer's chassis ground, which is isolated from the logic
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    Direction Description 32 - ERROR OUT This level becomes LOW when the printer: 1) Is out of paper 2) The Pause button is pressed 3) Is In an error state 33 - GND printer mechanism Is Lnltialized. 2) The Input data buffer Is cleared. 3) The download character set is cleared. 4) The print
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    * Hold down the Alt button and press the Load/Eject button. The following resuits: 1) The printer mechanism Is inltlallzed. 2) The Input data buffer is cleared. 3) The download character set is cleared. 4) The print buffer is cleared. 5) The default values are set. (The last panel settings are kept
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    commands Most actions your printer performs are handled by your software. Software commands instruct the printer to print in a particular typeface, feed the paper a certain amount after printing each line, start printing a particular place on the page, and so on. Some software programs let you send
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    Commands arranged by topic General operation ASCII Dec. Hex. Description ESC @ 64 40 Initialize Printer ESC U l/O 85 55 Turn Unidirectional Mode On/ Off ESC EM n 2.5 19 Control Paper Loading/Ejecting n = "R" Ejects the sheet Paper feeding ASCII CR FF LF ESC 0
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    ASCII Dec. ESC$nl n2 36 ESC \ nl n2 92 ESC(Vnn 40 86 Hex. 24 5c 2856 Description Set Absolute Horizontal Print Position n = nl t n2 x 256 n: Specifies print position from left margin in defined units * Before you define the unit, the default is l/60 inch for this command. Set Relative
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    ASCII ESCkn DeC. Hex. 40118 2876 68 44 9 09 66 42 11 OB 74 4A Description Set Relative Vertical Print Position ESC(v20nl n2 n=nl+n2x256 n: Moves current print position in defined units Set Horizontal Tabs Up to 32 tabs entered in ascending order Terminated by 0 Tab Horizontally Set
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    ASCII ESC X nn ESC P ESC M ESC g ESC p l/O ESCxn ESC4 ESC5 ESC E ESC F Dec. Hex. Description 88 58 Select Font by Pitch and Point ESCXmnZ n2 m: Set pitch to 360/m cpi m = 0: No change in pitch m = 1: Select proportional m = 0, 1,18,21,24,30,36,42, 48,60,or72 n=nl +nZx256 n: Set point size in
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    Dec. Hex. Description SI 15 OF Select Condensed Printing DC2 18 12 Cancel Condensed Printing so 14 OE Select Double-Width Printing (one line) ESCWl/O 87 57 Turn Double-Width Printing On/Off DC4 20 14 Cancel Double-Width Printing (one line) ESC w l/O 119 77 Turn Double-Height
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    ASCII ESC(-nn ESC - l/O ESCqn Dec. 40 45 45 113 Hex. 28 2D 2D 71 Description Select Line/Score ESC(-30lnl n2 nl = 1: Underline 2: Strikethrough 3: Overscore n2 = 0: Cancel score line selected by nl 1: Single continuous line 2: Double continuous line 5: Single broken line 6: Double broken line
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    0 Bulgaria (Bulgaria)* * Available only in certain areas Select Character Table Select character table n assigned by ESC(t n = 0, 1,2,3,48,49,50, or 51 n = 2: Remaps download characters from 0 - 127 to 128 - 255, unless a character table has been assigned to 2 with the ESC ( t command Appendix A-19
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    n: Typeface (see list in ESC k command description) Select User-Defined Set n = 0: Normal set 1: User-defined set Enable Printing of Upper Control Codes This command enables the printing of codes 128-159 (if current table has characters in those locations). Enable Upper Control Codes Cancels ESC
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    nl+tix256 n: Total columns Total data = (nl x256) xt t = Number of data bytes per column Horizontal Vertical Adjacent m derittty (dpl) density (dpi) Pins dots print t 0 60 1 120 2 120 3 240 4 80 6 90 32 60 33 120 38 90 39 180 40 360 71 180 72 360 73 360 60 8 Yes
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    ASCII ESC . nn Dec. Hex. Description 46 2E Print Raster Graphics ESC.cvhmnl n2data c = O:Fullg~aphicsmode 1: Compressed mode v = 10,20: Dot density for vertical in 3600/v DPI h = 10,20: Dot density for horizontal in
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    Character Tables These character tables are selected with the default-setting mode or by using a command. All tables except the italic character table are the same as the PC437 table for hex codes 00 through 7F, so only the PC437 table is shown completely. The rest of the tables show only the
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    PC850 (Multilingual) amE t0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 a 9 A B C D E F 89ABCDEF ,c E a :
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    PC86 1 (Icelandic) XCE 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 a Q A 0 C D E F 8QABCDEF Abicomp (8~12. Potfugese) 0I 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F 8RASCll (Bra. Portuguese) 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F PC437 Greek (Greek)* ccr 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 a 9 A B C D E F Appendix A-25
  • Epson Stylus 400 | User Manual - Page 96
    PC869 (Greek)* CODE 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F 89ABCDEF IS0 8859-7 (Win/Greek)* CODE 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F 89ABCDEF PC853 (Turkish)* PC857 (Turkish)* CCDE 0 1 2 3 4 5 0 7 8 9 A B C D E F 89ABCDEF A-26 Appendix
  • Epson Stylus 400 | User Manual - Page 97
    IS0 Latin 7 T (Turkish)* 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F PC555 (CyriMc)* 89ABCDEF 0 tj+a$LaR- 1 B+A$AJlpnr 2 fi e 6 tj$ n PP 3 r lb s M c 3 4 8hu -Hc3 5 P?I~X.+HT~ 6 eitaXKoTlli 7 CItA1fK0ys 6 sPeH~nY3 9 A B C D E F PC866 (Russian)* 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B !C D E F 89ABCDEF
  • Epson Stylus 400 | User Manual - Page 98
    MAZO W/A (Polund)* CODE 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F Code MJK (CSFR)* !x!!E 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F BBABCDEF Bulguria (Bulgaria) * CODEl89ABCDEF 0 IA P a p L 4: a f 1 EC6ilgpr 2 BTBT~$~Z 3 I-YrytIlI< 4 Ll@n@-j z f 5 EXextLaJ 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F A-28 A p p e n d i x
  • Epson Stylus 400 | User Manual - Page 99
    Italic 89ABCDEF u O@P'R .'lAQa; DC2 " 2 B R b r #3CScs DC4$4DTdt %SECleu &6FVfv '7GWgw (8HXhx HrEMeC9IYiy LF * * JZjz VT ESC + ; K[ki FF , CL \ 1' CR - =MIm; so >N^n" SI j?O-0 No characters are available for hex code 15 in the italic character table. Appendix A-29
  • Epson Stylus 400 | User Manual - Page 100
    International charactersets You can select one of the following international character sets with the default-setting mode or the ESC R command. For example, when you select "Italic France," the characters in the "France" row on the table below are used in the italic character table. The following
  • Epson Stylus 400 | User Manual - Page 101
    Characters available with the ESC ( ^ command To print the characters in the table below, first send the ESC ( ^ command. CCCE 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 6 9 A B c D E F 0 1 7 b 0 4 e t v!! + q + l - ;T 0 1 I-' CT + OL b* R A 010 Appendix A-31
  • Epson Stylus 400 | User Manual - Page 102
    is automatically followed by a line-feed (LF) code. bidirectional printing Printing in which the print head prints in both directions. This increases the speed of printing. bit A binary digit (0 or l), which is the smallest unit of information used by a printer or computer. butter The portion of the
  • Epson Stylus 400 | User Manual - Page 103
    is twice as Ml as normal. double- width printing printing in which each character is twice as wide as normal. driver, printer The part of a software program that contains commands for a particular printer. ESC/P Abbreviation for EPSON Standard Code for Printers. This system of commands gives you
  • Epson Stylus 400 | User Manual - Page 104
    . It is smaller than the physical size of the page due to margins. printer driver The part of a software program that contains commands for a particular printer. propottionai pfinttng Printing in which the width of the character varies from character to character. For example, a capital W receives
  • Epson Stylus 400 | User Manual - Page 105
    , See Software E Economy light 2-7 Economy printing, 2 - 7 Eject button, 2-8 Envelopes loading, 2-2, 2 - 4 specifications, A - 4 Environment for printer, l-6-7 specifications, A-7 EPSON Courier, 2-9, A-3 EPSON Prestige, 2-9, A-3 EPSON Roman, 2-9, A-3 EPSON Roman T, 2-9, A-3 EPSON Sans Serif
  • Epson Stylus 400 | User Manual - Page 106
    Sans Serif, 2-9, A-3 EPSON Sans Serif H, 2-9, A-3 lights, 2-7, 2-9 samples, 2-9 scalable, 2-10 selecting, 2-9 Form feed, See Load/Eject button H Help, where to get for USA users, Intro-3 Hex dump, 3-9 Humidity, printer environment, A-7 I Initialization, A - 1 0 Ink cartridge installin& 1 - 8 life
  • Epson Stylus 400 | User Manual - Page 107
    l-2-3 Prestige, font, 2-9, A-3 Printable area, A - 4 Print direction, A-2 Printer driver, l-18 Printing position, adjusting, 2 - 1 3 Print speed, A-2 Problems, See Troubleshooting Q Quality, print, A-4 R Replacing ink cartridge, 3 - 2 Resetting printer defaults, 2-8, A-11 Roman, font, 2-9, A-3 Roman
  • Epson Stylus 400 | User Manual - Page 108
    control panel ink jet printing command summary loading P a P e r Printed in Japan 94.4-10
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