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- Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 1
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EPSON® LQ-510/1010 User's Manual - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 3
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio or television reception. However designated as Original Epson Products by Seiko Epson Corporation. Epson and Epson ESC/P are registered trademarks of Seiko Epson Corporation. General Notice - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 4
and save them for later reference. 2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. 3. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 5
product. 12. Except as specifically explained in the User's Manual, do not attempt to service this product yourself. Opening or removing those covers that are when the operating instructions are followed. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions, since improper - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 6
Introduction 1 Features 1 Options 2 About This Manual 5 Where to Get Help 6 Chapter 1 Setting Up the Printer 1-1 Unpacking the Printer 1-2 Choosing a Place for the Printer 1-5 Assembling the Printer 1-7 Testing the Printer 1-15 Connecting the Printer to Your Computer 1-22 Setting Up - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 7
Sheet Feeder 5-2 The Pull Tractor 5-24 The Interface Boards 5-37 Chapter 6 Maintenance 6-1 Cleaning the Printer 6-2 Replacing the Ribbon 6-4 Transporting the Printer 6-10 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting 7-1 Printing 7-2 Paper Handling 7-7 Options 7-10 Chapter 8 Technical Specifications - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 8
Chapter 9 Command Summary 9-1 Using the Command Summary 9-2 Commands in Numerical Order 9-5 Commands Arranged by Topic 9-8 Appendix A-1 Proportional Width Table A-2 Character Sets A-6 Glossary Index vii - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 9
The Epson® LQ-510 and LQ-1010 are advanced 24-pin dot matrix printers combining compact design and high performance with a wide range of features. Features In addition to the high-quality printing and ease of operation you have come to expect from Epson printers, the LQ-510 and LQ-1010 offer - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 10
up to a width of 14 inches. Throughout this manual, the LQ-510 is referred to as the standard width printer and the LQ-1010 is referred to as the wide carriage printer. Options A variety of printer options is available for use with your printer. For detailed information on installing and using these - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 11
single-sheet paper more easily and more efficiently. Up to 150 sheets of standard bond paper can be automatically fed into the printer without reloading. l Pull Tractor Unit (C800062/C800142) This option improves the performance of continuous paper handling. It is especially useful with continuous - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 12
around l Chapter 1 contains information on unpacking, setting up, testing, and connecting the printer. Be sure to read and follow these instructions first. Inside the back cover of this manual are illustrations of the printer in which all of the major parts are identified. l Chapters 2 and 3 cover - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 13
what you expect, see Chapter 7 for troubleshooting instructions. Other chapters and the appendix contain information on printer options, general maintenance, and specifications. You will also find a glossary of printer terms. At the back of this manual is a handy Quick Reference card that contains - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 14
Introduction Where to Get Help A network of authorized Epson dealers and Customer Care Centers throughout the United States offers customer support and service for Epson products. Epson America provides product information and support to its dealers and Customer Care Centers. Therefore, we ask that - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 15
1-7 Installing the Platen Knob 1-7 Installing the Ribbon Cartridge 1-8 Attaching the Paper Guide 1-13 Testing the Printer 1-15 Plugging in the Printer 1-15 Running the Self Test 1-15 Connecting the Printer to Your Computer 1-22 The Parallel Interface 1-22 Setting Up Your Application Software - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 16
This section describes how to unpack your printer. Checking the Parts When you unpack the printer, make sure that you have all the parts shown below and that none have been damaged. platen knob ribbon cartridge After removing the parts, save - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 17
protected by a locking clip, which must be removed before you turn on the printer. CAUTION: Before turning on the wide carriage printer, be absolutely sure you have removed the locking clip. Turning on the printer while the clip is attached may seriously damage the mechanism. Follow these steps to - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 18
Unpacking the printer 3. To remove the locking clip on the wide carriage printer, lift and remove the paper tension unit. 4. Remove the locking clip. Note: Store the clip with the other packing material in case you ever need to transport your printer. 1-4 Setting Up the Printer - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 19
outlets controlled by wall switches or automatic timers. Accidental interruption of power can wipe out information in both your computer's and printer's memory. Avoid using outlets that share a circuit with large motors or electrical appliances; this could cause fluctuations in line voltage. Keep - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 20
enough clearance to keep the paper from catching on the underside of the stand. Also, make sure the distance between the stand supports is wide enough for the paper you are using. l Position your printer's cables so that they do not interfere with paper feeding. If possible, secure the cables to the - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 21
to install the platen knob. Installing the Platen Knob The platen knob is used to feed the paper manually in the event of a paper jam or other paper feeding problem. The platen knob is packed in an indentation in the printer's white foam packing material. 1. Insert the knob into the hole on the - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 22
to adjust the position of the paper. This interferes with the automatic paper loading system and may cause a paper jam. Installing the Ribbon Cartridge Your printer's ribbon cartridge is designed for easy installation and removal. Before installing the ribbon cartridge, make sure the - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 23
1. Slide the print head to the middle of the printer. CAUTION: Never move the print head while the printer is turned on because this can damage the printer. Also, if you have been using the printer, the print head may be hot; let it cool for a few minutes before touching it. 2. Turn the ribbon - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 24
, open the paper tension unit cover. (On the wide carriage printer, you already removed the paper tension unit when you removed the locking clip.) 4. Hold the ribbon cartridge by its lightly on both ends of the cartridge to make sure the plastic hooks are properly seated. 1-10 Setting Up the Printer - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 25
5. Use a pointed object, such as a ball point pen, to guide the ribbon between the print head and ribbon guide while you turn the ribbon-tightening knob to help feed the ribbon into place. 6. Slide the print head from side to side to make sure - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 26
Assembling the Printer 7. On the standard width printer, close the paper tension unit cover. The standard width printer is now complete. 8. On the wide carriage printer, fit the rear notches of the paper tension unit over the pins of the printer; then lower the unit. 1-12 Setting Up the Printer - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 27
sides of the paper tension unit to lock it in place. Attaching the Paper Guide When you use single sheets, the paper guide helps to feed the paper smoothly and efficiently into the printer. Attach the paper guide using the following procedure. 1. Place the paper guide on the printer. Setting Up the - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 28
into place. Note: To lower the paper guide, lift up slightly to release it from its locked position; then gently lower it down onto the printer. 3. Attach the printer cover by fitting the hooks on the cover into the notches at the front of the printer and tilting the cover back into place. 1-14 - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 29
the ribbon is correctly installed. Before running the self test, you need to connect the printer to an electrical outlet and load a sheet of paper. Plugging in the Printer 1. Make sure that the printer is turned off. 2. Plug the power cable into a properly grounded electrical outlet. Running the - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 30
. CAUTION: Never run the self test using paper that is narrower than 8¼ inches (210 mm) on the standard width printer or 14 inches (360 mm) on the wide carriage printer. This prevents the print head from printing directly onto the platen, which can damage the print head. Although the self test - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 31
) or FORM FEED button (Letter Quality mode), turn on the printer. The printer beeps several times and POWER and PAPER OUT lights come on. 4. Move the left edge guide so that it locks in place next to the guide mark. 5. Adjust the right edge guide to match the width of your paper. Setting Up the - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 32
a sheet of paper down between the edge guides until it meets resistance. After about two seconds, the printer loads the paper automatically and then starts the self test. Note: If the platen turns without loading the paper, press the ON LINE button to take the printer off line. Then remove the paper - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 33
ON LINE button. 8. If the paper is still loaded, press the LOAD/EJECT button or LINE FEED button to eject it. Then turn off the printer. CAUTION After turning the power off, always wait at least five seconds before turning it back on. Turning the power on and off rapidly can - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 34
Testing the Printer Here is part of a typical self test printed in Letter Quality mode. Country/Graphic SW1-1 1-2 1-3 U.S.A/United States on on on France/ page of the self test printout is slightly different. For details, see The Cut Sheet Feeder in Chapter 5. 1-20 Setting Up the Printer - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 35
head area. Make sure that all packing material and shipping restraints have been removed from inside the printer. See Chapter 7, Troubleshooting, for other possible causes and solutions. If the printer still does not print the self test correctly, contact your dealer or call the Consumer Information - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 36
Boards in Chapter 5. If you are not sure which type of interface cable is required, see your computer manual. The Parallel Interface Connect the parallel interface cable as described below: 1. Make sure that both your printer and computer are turned off. 2. Plug the cable connector securely into the - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 37
3. Squeeze the wire clips together until they lock in place on either side of the connector. 4. If your cable has a ground wire, connect it to the ground screw beneath the interface connector. Setting Up the Printer 1-23 - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 38
Connecting the Printer to your Computer 5. Plug the other end of the cable into the computer. If there is a ground wire at the computer end of the cable, attach it to the ground connector at the back of the computer. 1-24 Setting Up the Printer - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 39
are listed in order of preference. LQ-2550 LQ-2500 LQ-850 (LQ-1050) LQ-500 LQ-800 (LQ-1000) LQ-1500 If none of the above printers is listed, select the first one available on the following list: LQ, EX, FX, LX, RX, MX, Epson printer, Standard printer, Draft printer. To use all of the features of - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 40
Chapter 2 Paper Handling Selecting a Paper Feeding Method 2-2 Using Single Sheets 2-4 Loading Paper 2-4 Reloading During Printing 2-7 Using Continuous Paper 2-8 Positioning Your Continuous Paper Supply 2-8 Loading Continuous Paper 2-8 Switching Between Continuous and Single Sheets 2-16 - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 41
Selecting a Paper Feeding Method The paper release lever on the standard width printer has two positions and on the wide carriage printer has three positions for use with the various methods of paper feeding. Make sure the paper release lever is set to match the desired paper - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 42
Single sheet position: When you load single sheets from either the paper guide or from the optional cut sheet feeder, the lever should be all you are using the optional pull tractor. Note: On the standard width printer, the paper release lever is in the forward position for continuous paper whether - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 43
accommodate single sheets with a width of 7.2 inches (182 mm) to 10 inches (254 mm). The wide carriage printer can accommodate single sheets with a width of 7.2 inches (182 mm) to 14.3 inches (364 mm). If you do most of your printing on single sheets, - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 44
3. Move the left edge guide so that it locks in place next to the guide mark. (You may want to change this position later, depending on the margin settings of your application program.) 4. Adjust the right edge guide to match the width of your paper. Paper Handling 2-5 - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 45
Using Single Sheets 5. Slide the paper down between the edge guides until it meets resistance. After about two seconds, the printer loads the paper automatically and is set ON LINE so that it can accept data from your computer. CAUTION: Never advance the paper using the - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 46
document of more than one page using single sheets of paper, the printer stops printing when it reaches the bottom of the page. When this on, the first thing you should do is press the ON LINE button to take the printer off line. Once the ON Line light is off, remove the sheet that has just been - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 47
paper up to 10 inches (254 mm) wide on the standard width printer and up to 16 inches (406 mm) wide on the wide carriage printer. Positioning Your Continuous Paper Supply An important consideration for achieving smooth and trouble-free paper feeding is the position of your paper supply. Three ways - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 48
2. Set the paper release lever to the continuous paper position. On the standard width printer, this is the forward position. On the wide carriage printer, this is the center position. Paper Handling 2-9 - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 49
Using Continuous Paper 3. Release the sprocket units by pulling the sprocket lock levers forward as shown below. 4. Slide the left sprocket unit until it is one-half inch from the farthest left position. Press the lever back to lock it in place. 2-10 Paper Handling - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 50
Using Continuous Paper 5. Slide the right sprocket unit so that it roughly matches the width of your paper, but do not lock it. 6. Move the paper support midway between the two sprocket units. Paper Handling 2-11 - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 51
7. Open both sprocket covers. Note: Make sure that your paper has a clean, straight edge before inserting it into the printer. 2-12 Paper Handling - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 52
8. Fit the first three holes in the paper over the pins of both sprockets. 9. Close the sprocket covers. Paper Handling 2-13 - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 53
Using Continuous Paper 10. Slide the right sprocket unit to a position where the paper is straight and has no wrinkles. Then lock it in place. 11. Reattach the paper guide. Then slide the edge guides apart to the sides of the paper guide as shown. 2-14 Paper Handling - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 54
the Loading Position in Chapter 3. CAUTION: Never adjust the loading position using the platen knob and never turn the platen knob while the printer is turned on. Note: Before you begin printing, check the page length and skip over perforation settings; readjust the settings if necessary. See - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 55
and Single Sheets Even with continuous paper loaded in the printer, you can easily switch to single-sheet printing without removing out of the way. Follow the steps below. 1. If the printer is on line, press the ON LINE button to set the printer off line. 2. Tear off any outgoing sheets. If the end - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 56
true for narrow paper (less than 6 inches or 150 mm wide). 3. Press the LOAD/EJECT button to feed the continuous paper backward out of the printer and into the standby position. The paper is still attached to the tractor but no longer in the paper path. Note: Pressing the LOAD/EJECT - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 57
Sheets CAUTION: Never feed labels backward through the printer. Labels can easily come off the backing sheet and jam the printer. 4. Push the paper release lever back to the single sheet position. 5. Stand the paper guide upright and adjust the edge guides to roughly match the width of your paper - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 58
Switching Between Continuous and Single Sheets 6. Insert a sheet of paper between the edge guides until it meets resistance. Slide the edge guides to match the width of your paper. After about two seconds, the printer loads the paper automatically and is set ON LINE so that is can accept data from - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 59
1. Slide the edge guides apart so they do not interfere with continuous paper feeding. 2. Lower the paper guide onto the printer. 2-20 Paper Handling - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 60
3. On the standard width printer, pull the paper release lever forward to the continuous paper position. On the wide carriage printer, set the paper release lever to the middle position for continuous paper feeding. Paper Handling 2-21 - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 61
Switching Between Continuous and Single Sheets 4. Press the LOAD/EJECT button to feed the continuous paper to the loading position. 5. Press the ON LINE button to set the printer on line so that it can accept data. 2-22 Paper Handling - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 62
is equipped with a paper thickness lever that can be set to seven positions (standard width printer) or eight positions (wide carriage printer). These positions are identified by a scale on the printer next to the lever. To change the paper thickness setting, follow these steps. 1. Make sure that - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 63
2. Slide the print head to the middle of the printer. 3. Select the paper thickness you want according to the table on the next page. For normal use, the lever should always be set to position 2 - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 64
(20 lb) Bond (24 lb) Lever Position 1 2 2 3 3 4 4 4 or 5 6 6 7 Note: When the lever is set to position 4 or higher, the printing speed is reduced. 4. Reattach the printer cover. Paper Handling 2-25 - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 65
envelopes, multi-part forms, labels, or thicker-than-normal paper can damage the print head. Multi-part Forms With the built-in tractor unit, your printer can print on continuous multi-part forms. You can use multi-part forms that have up to three parts including the original. Make sure you - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 66
CAUTION: Do not use multi-part forms with the singlesheet feeding system or the optional cut sheet feeder. Labels If you need to print labels, always use labels mounted on a continuous backing sheet with sprocket holes for use with a tractor. Do not try to print labels as single sheets because - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 67
never use the short tear-off function with labels. (Be sure to set DIP switch 2-2 to off.) If a label does become stuck in the printer, contact your dealer or call the Consumer Information number listed in Where to Get Help. Because labels are especially sensitive to temperature and humidity, always - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 68
When manually feeding an envelope, you may have to push it down slightly while pressing the LOAD/EJECT button to get it to feed properly. CAUTION: The - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 69
0.33 inch (8.5 mm) minimum 0.12 inch (3 mm) minimum 0.87 inch (22.0 mm) minimum Note: Envelope printing is only available at normal temperature (40°F to 95°F or 5°C to 35°C). To make sure that the printing fits within the printable area, always print a test sample using a normal sheet of paper - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 70
Chapter 3 Using the Printer Operating the Control Panel 3-2 Selecting Typestyles 3-6 Character Fonts 3-6 Condensed Mode 3-10 Setting the DIP Switches 3-11 Changing a DIP an International Character Set 3-22 Choosing a Character Set 3-24 Using the Data Dump Mode 3-26 Using the Printer 3-1 - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 71
(green) On when the POWER switch is on and power is supplied. READY (green) On when the printer is ready to accept input data. Flickers during printing. PAPER OUT (red) On when the printer is out of paper or when continuous paper is in the standby position. ON LINE (green) On when - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 72
, press this button to eject a single sheet of paper or to advance continuous paper to the top of the next page. LINE FEED When the printer is off line, press this button to advance the paper one line, or hold it down to advance the paper continuously. LOAD/EJECT This button - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 73
Typestyles later in this chapter. CONDENSED Press this button to turn the condensed mode on and off. The orange indicator light is on when the printer is in the condensed mode. In the condensed mode, all characters are printed at approximately 60 percent of their normal width. 3-4 Using the - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 74
down both the LINE FEED and the FORM FEED buttons while you switch on the printer, you turn on the data dump mode. This feature allows advanced users to locate the source of communications problems between the computer and printer. See Using the Data Dump Mode for more information. Using the - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 75
a particular application, check your software manual for instructions on selecting typestyles. Character Fonts Your printer has ten built-in fonts: draft, Epson Roman, Epson Sans Serif, Epson Courier, Epson Prestige, Epson Script, OCR-A, OCR-B, Epson Orator, and Epson Orator-S. Eight of the fonts - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 76
ORATOR OTHER BLINKING FONT When you press the FONT button, the printer scrolls through eight of the ten built-in fonts. The indicator k to select the other two built-in fonts: ESC k 6 OCR-A ESC k 8 Epson Orator-S When you select one of these fonts, the indicator lights show the OTHER pattern. See - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 77
The following samples show the character set available for each font. DRAFT Epson Roman Epson Sans Serif Epson Courier Epson Prestige 3-8 Using the Printer - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 78
a document reader or image scanner) for input into another computer. Print enhancements, such as bold and underlining, cannot be read by an actual character reader. Epson Orator Using the Printer 3-9 - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 79
Epson Orator-S The draft mode uses fewer dots per character for high-speed printing, which makes it ideal for rough drafts and editing work. The other fonts are Letter Quality (LQ) fonts. Letter Quality takes a little This is 12 CPI printing. This it condensed 12 CPI printing, 3-10 Using the Printer - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 80
of all the DIP switch functions follow the tables. Changing a DIP Switch Setting To change a DIP switch setting, follow these steps: 1. Turn off the printer. 2. Open the DIP switch cover and use a pointed object, such as a pen, to change the DIP switch settings. A DIP switch is on when it - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 81
Off 3-16 On Off 3-14 8 KB 1 KB* 3-14 Bidirect. Unidirect. 3-14 See Table 4 3-13 * Required for use of user-defined (download) characters. 3-12 Using the Printer - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 82
OFF OFF OFF ON OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF Table 2 Graphics character sets Graphics character sets PC 437 (United States) Epson Extended Graphics PC 850 (Multilingual) PC 860 (Portugal) PC 863 (Canada-French) PC 865 (Norway) SW 1-1 SW SW 2-7 SW 2-8 OFF OFF ON OFF OFF ON ON ON Using the Printer 3-13 - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 83
code (LF). Input buffer capacity The input buffer stores data from your computer. If you want to free your computer for other tasks while the printer prints, change the setting of switch 2-5 to 8 KB (on). Before using user-defined characters, however, be sure to set the input buffer to 1 KB (off - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 84
sheet feeder, the page length is automatically set when you run the self test. See The Cut Sheet Feeder in Chapter 5 for details. Using the Printer 3-15 - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 85
can be set to values other than one inch by using the ESC N command. See the Command Summary in Chapter 9 for details. 3-16 Using the Printer - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 86
knob to feed paper except in case of a paper jam or other paper feeding problem. (If you need to use the platen knob, make sure the power is , always use the micro-adjustment feature. Until the loading position is reset, the printer remembers this position even if it is turned off, and uses it as a - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 87
feed the paper forward or the LINE FEED button to feed the paper backward. Note: When the paper reaches the factory-set loading position, the printer beeps and micro-adjustment feeding pauses for a moment before continuing. You can use this factory setting as a reference point when adjusting the - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 88
When you are finished printing, the short tear-off feature automatically feeds the perforation of the continuous paper to the tear-off edge of the printer cover so that you can tear off the last sheet. When you resume printing, the paper feeds backward to the loading position. This feature lets - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 89
the tear-off edge, you can adjust the tear-off position using micro-adjustment, as described below. Note: Short tear-off is performed whenever the printer receives a full page of data or a form feed, and no more data is received for three seconds. When you resume printing after tearing off the - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 90
paper forward or the LINE FEED button to feed it backward. You can now tear off your document from the perforation and resume printing. The printer remembers this new tear-off position even after the - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 91
and symbols used in other languages. You can select one of eight international character sets by changing the DIP switch settings. Whenever the printer is turned on, reset, or initialized, the character set selected by the DIP switches becomes the default character set. To select an international - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 92
5C 5D 5E 60 7B 7C 7D 7E 8 Japan 9 Norway 10 Denmark II 11 Spain II 12 Latin America 13 Korea 64 Legal Using the Printer 3-23 - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 93
can still print ordinary text and italics. For italics, see your software manual or the description of the ESC 4 command in the Command Summary, setting of a DIP switch, first turn off the printer, change the DIP switch, and then turn the printer back on. You can also select the italics character - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 94
settings of DIP switches, 1-1, 1-2, and 1-3. Character set SW 1-1 SW 1-2 SW 1-3 PC 437 (United States) Epson Extended Graphics ON ON ON PC 850 (Multilingual) ON ON OFF PC 860 (Portugal) ON OFF ON PC 863 switches 1-1, 1-2, and 1-3 select an international character set. Using the Printer 3-25 - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 95
dump mode is a special feature that makes it easy for experienced users to identify the cause of communication problems between the printer and application programs. The data dump mode gives a printout of the codes reaching the printer. To use the data dump mode, follow these steps: 1. Make sure the - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 96
as control codes, are represented by dots. 4. To turn off the data dump mode after you have taken the printer off line, turn off the printer. By comparing the characters printed ESC R 0 ESC t 1 Function Initialize printer Select USA character set Select PC 437 (Epson Extended Graphics) Using the - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 97
Your Own Graphics 4-13 User-defined Characters 4-17 Designing Your Characters 4-17 Defining Your Characters 4-19 Sending Information to Your Printer 4-21 Printing User-defined Characters 4-24 Copying ROM Characters to RAM 4-25 Letter Quality Characters 4-26 Mixing Print Styles 4-27 - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 98
software. For software control of these features, see the instructions for your application programs or look up their specific commands in the Command Summary in Chapter 9. Character Spacing To add greater variety to your documents, the printer has three cpi spacings, as well as proportional spacing - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 99
. See the Print Size and Character Width commands in Chapter 9. Character Size In addition to the basic cpi spacings and proportional spacing, the printer offers three other modes that can change the size of your printing. These modes are double-width, double-height, and condensed. The doublewidth - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 100
in Chapter 9. Special Effects and Emphasis The printer offers two ways of emphasizing text and also these effects. See your application program manual for details. Emphasized and double-strike as the print head moves across the paper, with the dots in the second pass printed slightly to the right of - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 101
Enhancing Your Printing In double-strike mode, the print head prints each line twice, making the text bolder. For even greater boldness, emphasized and doublestrike can be combined. The following samples show the different effects you can achieve using these modes alone and in combination. This is - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 102
Superscripts and subscripts Superscripts and subscripts can be used for printing footnote numbers and mathematical formulas. The example below shows underlining and subscripts combined in a mathematical formula. average = (a1 + a2 an)_ n See the ESC S0 and ESC S1 commands in Chapter 9. Outline and - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 103
page and the next by simply giving your software a few instructions. If you use commercial software that produces graphics, all you need to know about dot graphics is how to use the software. The application program will take care of the printer. (Some programs call this bit image printing.) On the - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 104
firings so that the effect is that of 24 pins arranged in a single vertical column. Dot patterns The print head is able to print graphics, as well as text because graphic images are formed on the printer in about the same way that pictures in newspapers and magazines are printed. If you - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 105
dots. Your printer also forms its images with patterns of dots, as many as 360 dots per inch horizontally and 360 dots per inch vertically. The images printed by this printer dots per inch horizontally. As the print head moves across the paper, every 1/180th of an inch it must receive instructions - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 106
fire any one pin, you send its number to the printer. To fire more than one pin at the same three sections in each column. As you can see, this method of planning and printing dot graphics requires considerable calculation. Because triple-density uses 180 columns per inch, printing a single line - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 107
command is quite different from the other commands used by the printer. For most of the other printer modes, such as emphasized and double-width, one ESC density* Pins 8 8 8 3 8 8 24 24 24 24 24 m Horiz. density dots/in. 0 60 1 120 2 120 3 240 4 80 4 90 32 60 33 120 38 90 39 - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 108
The graphics command requires more than one number to specify how many columns to reserve because one line can use thousands of columns, but the printer does not use numbers larger than 255 in decimal. Therefore the graphics mode command uses two numbers, n1 and n2, for reserving columns. To find - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 109
simplest application of graphics-calculating by hand the data to print the graphic image. While this method is the most tedious, it helps you understand dot graphics. It is also useful for small graphic elements that are used many times. Software and Graphics 4-13 - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 110
this grid will be about 1/8th of an inch high and less than 1/4th of an inch wide. The actual pattern that the printer prints on the paper is, of course, made up of dots that overlap each other both vertically and horizontally. The reason the planning grid uses an x for each - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 111
Below is the same grid divided into three sections to make the data calculation easier. At the bottom of each section of each column is the total of the pin numbers for that section. This gives you the total of 126 data numbers necessary to print this small figure. 128 64 32 16 8 4 2 1 0 0 0 0 1 7 - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 112
through 60 print the design that you see below. Notice that the dots overlap quite a bit. This design was printed using the triple-density, 24-pin graphics option because the density is the same (180 dots per inch) in both directions. Adding the following lines to the preceding - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 113
), and the user-defined characters are stored in the printer's Random Access Memory (RAM). Designing Your Characters User-defined characters are like dot graphics because you send the printer precise instructions on where you want each dot printed. In fact, planning a user-defined character is like - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 114
a character you use a grid that is 24 dots high-one dot for each pin on the printer's print head. The width of the character matrix depends on the character set in use. For draft characters, the grid is nine dots wide, for Letter Quality it is 29 dots wide, and for proportional characters it is 37 - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 115
paper to a numeric format so you can send the data to your printer. Every dot has an assigned value. Each vertical column (which has a maximum of 24 dots) is first divided into three groups of eight dots. Each group of eight dots is represented by one byte, which consists of eight bits. Hence, one - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 116
byte is calculated by adding the values of the rows in which dots appear. The right side of the figure shows the whole character with This manual uses decimal numbers because the program examples are written in BASIC and everyone is familiar with decimals. The data you send to your printer, however - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 117
You have seen how to design a character by placing dots on a grid and translating the dots to decimal equivalents. The last step in defining a character is sending this information to your printer. Sending Information to Your Printer The printer loads characters in the print style (Letter Quality - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 118
37 42 The last part of the command to define your characters is the actual data that defines the dot patterns for each character. Because it takes three bytes to specify all the dots in one vertical column, your printer expects d1 x 3 bytes of data to follow d2. 4-22 Software and Graphics - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 119
d2. The information about the actual character design (which is contained in the DATA statements at the end of the program) is sent to the printer in the loop between lines 50 and 70. Note: When defining Letter Quality or proportional characters, put a WIDTH statement in your program to prevent - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 120
printout below. As you can see, both sets of characters (the @ from the original characters in ROM that the printer normally uses and the alternative character you defined) remain in the printer available for your use. The command to switch between the two sets is used in line 90 and 110. It - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 121
switch back and forth, at will, between the normal character set and your user-defined character set. It is, however, rather inconvenient. Therefore, your printer has a command that allows you to copy all of the standard characters from ROM to the user-defined character set. The command format is as - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 122
. The difference between these characters and regular characters is that superscript and subscript characters are smaller. They are a maximum of 16 dots high. Their maximum width in dot columns is shown in the table below. Mode Draft Letter Quality Proportional d1 d0+d1+d2 7 12 23 36 23 42 - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 123
them you only need two bytes of data for each vertical row of dots. Design grids for these characters are shown in the figure below. Draft Quality, and proportional) can be used in combination with most of your printer's various print styles. For instance, emphasized mode works with user-defined - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 124
Keep in mind that user-defined characters are stored in RAM, which is not permanent memory. When the printer power is turned off or the printer is initialized with the INIT signal, the user-defined characters are lost. (Some computers do this each time BASIC is loaded.) 4-28 Software and Graphics - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 125
The Cut Sheet Feeder 5-2 Installation 5-2 Paper Handling 5-6 Testing the Printer in the Cut Sheet Feeder Mode . . . . . 5-9 Operating the Cut Sheet Feeder 5-11 Switching Interface 5-37 Compatible Interfaces 5-38 Installation 5-38 #8143 New Serial Interface 5-46 Using the Printer Options 5-1 - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 126
standard bond paper can be fed automatically into the printer without reloading. Installation 1. Assemble the cut sheet feeder by following the instructions provided in its accompanying manual. 2. Make sure that the printer is turned off. Then remove the paper guide and printer cover. 5-2 Using the - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 127
3. Separate the clear plastic part of the printer cover from the printer cover by pressing on the tabs on each side. 4. Attach the clear plastic part included with the cut sheet feeder to the printer cover. Using the Printer Options 5-3 - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 128
the back. 6. Tilt the cut sheet feeder slightly forward to fit the notches at the base of the unit over the black pins inside the printer. Tilt the feeder back until it rests on top of the - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 129
7. Attach the printer cover. The Cut Sheet Feeder 8. Turn on the cut sheet feeder mode by setting DIP switch 1-8 to on. 9. Turn on the printer. Using the Printer Options 5-5 - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 130
Paper Handling 1. Make sure that the cut sheet feeder mode is turned on with DIP switch 1-8. 2. Pull the paper set levers all the way forward until the paper supports retract and lock open to allow for paper loading. 5-6 Using the Printer Options - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 131
with the arrow on the panel. Next, slide the right paper guide so that it roughly matches the width of your paper. 4. Take a stack of paper and fan it as shown. This keeps sheet feeds at a time. Tap the side and bottom of the paper on a flat surface to even the stack. Using the Printer Options 5-7 - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 132
right paper guide until the paper is held firmly, but not so tightly that it causes the paper to buckle. Make sure the paper can move up and down freely. 6. Push the paper set levers back until they click into place and clamp the paper against the guide rollers. 5-8 Using the Printer Options - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 133
the Cut Sheet Feeder Mode When you perform the cut sheet feeder self test, the printer counts the number of lines on the page. As shown on the following page, Run the self test using paper that is 8¼ inches (210 mm) wide on the standard width printer and 14 inches (360 mm) wide on the wide carriage - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 134
feeder mode is selected and the paper release lever is set to the back position. 2. While holding down the LINE FEED button, turn on the printer. (For LQ mode, press the FORM FEED button instead of the LINE FEED button.) A part of the printout of the fit sheet is shown below. The - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 135
ON LINE button. 4. To end the self test when paper is loaded, press the LOAD/EJECT button to eject the paper. Then turn off the printer. Operating the Cut Sheet Feeder After stacking paper in the cut sheet feeder, turn on the - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 136
only) without replacing the stack of paper in your cut sheet feeder. 1. Press the ON LINE button to set the printer off line. 2. Align the single sheet to be fed with the mark on the left paper guide. Then slide the sheet into the printer path until you feel resistance. S-12 Using the - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 137
The Cut Sheet Feeder 3. Press the LOAD/EJECT button to load the sheet. Using the Printer Options 5-13 - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 138
Using the control panel To operate the cut sheet feeder manually from the control panel when the printer is in the cut sheet feeder mode, first make sure that the printer is off line. LINE FEED When there is paper in the printer, press this button to feed the paper one line or hold it - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 139
on line if you wish to control the cut sheet feeder using software commands. Switching Between the Cut Sheet Feeder and Push Tractor The printer lets you switch easily between the cut sheet feeder and tractor-feeding systems without having to remove either the feeder or the continuous paper supply - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 140
The Cut Sheet Feeder 2. If any single sheets are still in the printer, press the LOAD/EJECT button to eject the paper. 3. Pull the paper release lever forward to the continuous paper position. You do not need to change the DIP switch 1-8 setting. 5-16 Using the Printer Options - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 141
The Cut Sheet Feeder On the wide carriage printer, set the paper release lever to the center continuous paper position. 4. Press the LOAD/EJECT button to load continuous paper. Using the Printer Options 5-17 - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 142
5. Press the ON LINE button to set the printer on line so that it can accept data. 6. After the first printed page passes the printer cover edge, fold at the perforation so the page lies on the printer cover. 5-18 Using the Printer Options - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 143
Cut Sheet Feeder Note: It is important to keep the printed continuous paper aligned with the tractor so that the paper feeds smoothly into the printer. Switching back to the cut sheet feeder It is easy to switch back to using the cut sheet feeder. 1. Press the ON LINE button to - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 144
continuous paper forward, use the FORM FEED button only. Never press the LOAD/EJECT button; this will feed the continuous paper backward. 5-20 Using the Printer Options - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 145
The Cut Sheet Feeder 3. Press the LOAD/EJECT button until you feed the continuous paper backward out of the paper path and into the standby position. CAUTION: Never press the LOAD/EJECT button more than twice. This may cause a paper jam. Using the Printer Options 5-21 - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 146
The Cut Sheet Feeder 4. Push the paper release lever back to the single sheet position. 5. Press the ON LINE button to set the printer on line. Removing the Cut Sheet Feeder 1. Turn off the printer and remove any paper remaining in the bin and printer. 2. Remove the printer cover. 5-22 Using the - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 147
Tilt the cut sheet feeder back. Release its notches from the printer's pins, and then lift up and remove the cut sheet feeder of the cut sheet feeder cover with the clear plastic part that was originally on the printer cover. Removal of the cut sheet feeder is now completed. Be sure to store the - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 148
along with the built-in push tractor as described in this section. Installation 1. Turn off the printer and remove the printer cover and paper guide. 2. On the standard width printer, remove the paper tension unit cover. On the wide carriage printer, you remove the paper tension unit. 5-24 Using the - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 149
3. Fit the rear notches on the tractor over the rear mounting pins in the printer. Then tilt the tractor unit toward you until the front latches click in place over the black front mounting pins. Push down on the front latches to be sure they are firmly seated. Using the Printer Options 5-25 - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 150
The Pull Tractor 4. Pull the paper release lever forward to the continuous paper position. 5. Set DIP switch 2-2 to off. Note: You cannot use the short tear-off function with the pull tractor. 6. Turn on the printer. 5-26 Using the Printer Options - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 151
is turned on and that the paper release lever is set forward to the continuous paper position. Note: For both the standard width printer and wide carriage printer, this is the forward continuous feed position. 2. Set the first three holes of the continuous paper onto the built-in push tractor as - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 152
button, be careful not to touch any of the buttons on the control panel until step 10. CAUTION: Never use the platen knob while the printer is turned on. To adjust the loading position, use the microadjustment feature described in Chapter 3. 4. Open the sprocket covers of the pull tractor and pull - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 153
: 5. Adjust the sprocket units to match the width of the paper. Then adjust the paper support so that it is halfway between the sprocket units. 6. Fit the holes in the paper over the tractor pins on the sprocket units and close the sprocket covers. Using the Printer Options 5-29 - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 154
direction until the paper fits properly. 8. See that the paper is not crooked or wrinkled and lock the sprocket units in place. 5-30 Using the Printer Options - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 155
The Pull Tractor 9. Install the paper guide. Slide the edge guides all the way apart. 10. Separate the clear plastic part of the printer cover from the printer cover by pressing on the tabs on each side. Using the Printer Options 5-31 - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 156
The Pull Tractor 11. Attach the clear plastic part included with the pull tractor to the printer cover. 12. Attach the pull tractor cover and press the ON LINE button the printer on line. 5-32 Using the Printer Options - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 157
. Removing the Pull Tractor 1. Make sure to tear off the printed document and remove the tractor cover and paper guide. Then turn on the printer. 2. Press the ON LINE button to set the printer off line. Then, press the LOAD/EJECT button until the continuous paper feeds backward out of the paper path - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 158
3. Remove the continuous paper from the push tractor unit. 4. Place your thumbs beside the front latches on each end of the tractor unit and gently push up on them, slowly tilting the unit back Push the paper release lever to the back position. 5-34 Using the Printer Options - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 159
5. On the standard width printer, replace the paper tension unit cover. On the wide carriage printer, replace the paper tension unit. Using the Printer Options 5-35 - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 160
The Pull Tractor 6. Remove the tractor cover from the printer cover and reassemble the printer cover. 7. Install the paper guide and printer cover. 5-36 Using the Printer Options - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 161
, such as Coax and Twinax, allow Epson printers to function as local IBM printers without the addition of any other circuitry or components. The buffered parallel interfaces also offer trouble-free operation and standardized connections. They provide the printer with more memory to free the computer - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 162
table above. Coax and Twinax interfaces are also available from Epson dealers. These interfaces allow connectivity to mainframe and minicomputers and emulation of IBM printers. Installation The optional interface boards available for your printer are easy to install. The only tool needed is a cross - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 163
turned off and the power cord is unplugged. Also, try not to touch contacts on the circuit board of the printer because many of the components can be destroyed by the static electricity present in your body. Do not change the settings of any DIP switches - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 164
with the FG wire not attached and one with the FG wire attached. This slight difference changes the way the boards are installed in the printer but does not affect the operation of the interface in any way. Check to see which type of interface board you have. FG wire not - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 165
the pins on the optional interface board into the mating connector on the main board; then secure the board with the screws provided. Using the Printer Options 5-41 - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 166
top of the interface board. 4. Set the DIP switches on the interface board according to the manual accompanying it. If the FG wire is attached, follow these steps: 1. Carefully place the interface board next to the printer. Use the CG screw to connect the round end of the FG (frame ground) wire - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 167
2. Holding the interface board level, rotate it into position and attach it to the main board. Make sure that the connector pins are properly inserted into the mating connector. Using the Printer Options 5-43 - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 168
the screws provided. 4. For all interface boards except #8143 New Serial Interface board, set the DIP switches on the interface board according to the manual accompanying it. If you have the #8143 board, see the next section. Attaching the interface board cover 1. Bend back the hinge plate on the - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 169
careful not to subject it to excessive bending. 2. Reattach the board cover. CAUTION: When an optional interface board is installed, be sure to disconnect the printer cable from the printer's built-in parallel interface. Two interface cables must not be connected at the same time. Using the - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 170
baud rate, make sure you use the bit rate selection table for printers with buffers (in the #8143 interface manual). For more information on the printer's input buffer settings, see Setting the DIP Switches in Chapter 3 of this manual. Handshaking timing When the vacant area for data in the input - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 171
Chapter 6 Maintenance Cleaning the Printer 6-2 Replacing the Ribbon 6-4 Transporting the Printer 6-10 Maintenance 6-1 - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 172
several times a year. Follow the steps below. 1. Make sure that the printer is turned off. Then remove the paper guide or the cut sheet feeder. 2. Using a soft brush, carefully remove all dust and dirt. 3. If the outer case or paper guide is dirty or dusty, clean it with a soft, clean cloth dampened - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 173
mechanism or electronic components. l Do not use a hard or abrasive brush. l Do not spray the inside of the printer with lubricants; unsuitable oils can damage the mechanism. If you think lubrication is needed, contact your dealer or call the Consumer Information number listed in - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 174
Replacing the Ribbon Replace the ribbon when the printout becomes too faint. The following Epson replacement ribbon cartridges are available: Printer Standard width printer Wide carriage printer Standard ribbon #7753 #7754 Film ribbon #7768 #7770 Notes: l Use the optional film ribbon only when - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 175
paper tension unit. 3. To remove the ribbon cartridge, grip it by the black plastic tab and lift the cartridge straight up and out of the printer. WARNING: If the printer has just been used, the print head may be hot. Let it cool before attempting to replace the ribbon. Maintenance 6-5 - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 176
Replacing the Ribbon 4. Slide the print head to the middle of the printer. 5. To remove slack in the new ribbon, turn the ribbon-tightening knob in the direction of the arrow. 6. Push the new ribbon cartridge firmly into position, making sure the plastic hooks fit into the slots. 6-6 Maintenance - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 177
sides of the cartridge to make sure the hooks are properly inserted. 7. Use a pointed object, such as a ball point pen, to guide the ribbon between the print head and ribbon guide while you turn the ribbon-tightening knob to help feed the ribbon into place. Be careful not to puncture the ribbon - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 178
8. Slide the print head from side to side to make sure it moves smoothly. Also see that the ribbon is not twisted or creased. 9. On the standard width printer, close the paper tension unit cover. 6-8 Maintenance - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 179
On the wide carriage printer, attach the paper tension unit. 10. Insert the hooks on the printer cover unit into the printer, and then tilt the printer cover back into place. Maintenance 6-9 - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 180
it in the original box and packing materials according to the following instructions. 1. Make sure the printer is turned off. Then remove any installed options, as well as the paper guide and printer cover. CAUTION: Turn the printer off before unplugging the power cable from the AC outlet. 2. Unplug - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 181
4. On the wide carriage printer, you need to replace the locking clip. Remove the paper tension unit. Then attach the locking clip. Then replace the paper tension unit. 5. Reattach the printer cover. 6. Replace the packing materials and put the printer in its box. Maintenance 6-11 - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 182
Chapter 7 Troubleshooting Printing 7-2 Paper Handling 7-7 Options 7-10 Troubleshooting 7-1 - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 183
the printer and the computer. Make sure your interface cable meets both the printer and the computer specifications. The software may not be installed properly for your printer. Check the printer settings for your software. l The PAPER OUT light is on. Load paper in the printer. 7-2 Troubleshooting - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 184
buzzer sounds several times, and the printer stops abruptly. Turn off the printer and check for paper jams or other problems; then turn the printer back on. If the printer still does not print correctly, contact paper thickness lever is set correctly for the paper you are using. Troubleshooting 7-3 - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 185
in the printout. The print head is damaged. Stop printing and contact your dealer to have the printer repaired. l Dots are missing in random positions. There is either too much slack in the ribbon or the ribbon panel. If it is on, press the CONDENSED button to cancel the mode. 7-4 Troubleshooting - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 186
and adjust it. l All the text is printed on the same line. Set DIP switch 2-4 on so the printer automatically adds a line feed code to each carriage return. l The text is printed with an extra blank line does not fall in the center of the skip. Adjust the loading position. Troubleshooting 7-5 - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 187
self test works properly, the printer is working, and the problem probably lies in the computer, the software, or the cable. If the self test does not work or if any other problem persists, contact your dealer or call the Consumer Information number listed in Where to Get Help. 7-6 Troubleshooting - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 188
handling single sheets of paper and continuous paper. If you are having problems using the optional cut-sheet feeder or pull tractor, see Options later in this chapter. Single sheets do not feed properly. l Paper was inserted in the sheet guide, but the platen did not move and paper was not fed - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 189
edge guides to the width of the paper. The dimensions of the paper may exceed the specified limitations. Use only paper sizes that are within the specified range. Multi-part forms cannot be used with this printer's position.) Press the LOAD/EJECT button again to load the paper. 7-8 Troubleshooting - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 190
cable or some other object, and that the paper feeds smoothly into the printer. Check that the holes on the sides of the paper are aligned with sure DIP switch 2-2 is set to on. Short tear-off is performed whenever the printer receives a full page of data or a form feed and no more data is received - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 191
Options This section describes problems you may encounter while using the DIP switch 1-8 is on. Make sure the cut sheet feeder is correctly installed on the printer. Check that the paper release lever is pushed back to the single sheet position. Make length setting is correct. 7-10 Troubleshooting - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 192
With an optional interface, the printer does not operate properly. l The printer does not print or the printout board. Check the specifications to make sure that you can use the interface with this printer. Make sure that the cable matches the interface specifications. Check that the DIP switches or - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 193
Chapter 8 Technical Specifications Printer Specifications 8-2 Printing 8-2 Paper 8-3 Mechanical 8-7 Electrical 8-8 Environment 8-8 Interface Specifications 8-9 Pin Assignments for the Parallel Interface 8-9 Interface Timing 8-11 Printing Enabled/Disabled Signals and Control Conditions 8-12 - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 194
Printer Specifications Printing Print method: Print speed: 24-pin impact dot matrix Quality Draft LQ Characters per inch 10 12 10 12 Characters/second/line 160 192 53 64 Printing direction: Line spacing: Paper feed speed: (continuous feed) Printable columns: - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 195
Input buffer: Character fonts: Font Draft Epson Roman Epson Sans Serif Epson Courier Epson Prestige Epson Script OCR-B OCR-A Epson Orator Epson Orator-S 8 KB/1 KB (DIP switch selectable) Available (Characters per inch) 10, 12, 15 10, 12, 15, Proportional 10, 12, 15, Proportional 10, 12, 15 10, - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 196
Paper width and length: Paper Single sheet width length Continuous paper width Envelopes Labels Standard width printer Wide carriage printer 7.2 to 10.1 inches 7.2 to 14.3 inches (182 to 257 mm) (182 to 364 mm) 7.2 to 14.3 inches 7.2 to 14.3 inches (182 to 364 mm) (182 - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 197
Note: For the standard width printer, printing on paper from 9 to 10 inches wide increases the minimum right and left margins to 0.9 inch (24 mm increases to 0.98 inch (25 mm) when printing on 10-inch wide paper on the standard width printer or on 15- to 16-inch wide paper on the wide carriage - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 198
Envelope Note: Envelope printing is only available at normal operating conditions. Load the envelope with its long side horizontal. Paper weight: Paper thickness: Number of copies: Single Sheet Continuous Multi-part forms Envelope 14 lb to 24 lb 14 lb to 22 lb 12 lb to 15 lb per sheet. Maximum - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 199
#7768/#7770: Life expectancy (in Letter Quality characters, at 48 dots/character) 0.2 million characters For all components excluding print head: 3,000,000 lines Standard width printer: 4000 power-on hours (at 25% duty) Wide carriage printer: 6000 power-on hours (at 25% duty) 200 million strokes - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 200
(80) 5.51 inches (139.9 mm) 16.46 inches (418 mm) 13.66 inches (347 mm) approx. 13.2 lb (6 kg) Wide carriage printer (136) 5.69 inches (144.5 mm) 23.35 inches (593 mm) 13.68 inches (347.5 mm) approx. 17.6 lb (8 kg) Electrical Voltage: Power consumption: Frequency: Insulation - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 201
Interface Specifications Your printer is equipped with an 8-bit parallel interface. For specifications on optional interfaces, refer to their manuals. Pin Assignments for the Parallel Interface Connector pin assignments and a description of their respective interface signals are shown in the - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 202
cleared. This level is normally HIGH; its pulse width must be more than 50 microseconds at the receiving terminal. This level becomes LOW when the printer is: 1) in paper out state. 2) off line. 3) in error state. Same as for Pins 1 Q-30. Not used. Pulled up to 5V through 3.3 Kohm resistance. The - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 203
and to complete the connection on the return side. These cables should be shielded and connected to the chassis of the host computer and the printer. All interface conditions are based on TTL level. Both the rise and the fall times of each signal must be less than 0.2 microseconds. Data transfer - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 204
) Pulsed Enabled each character Pulsed Disabled* each character Not Disabled generated l While printing is disabled, character data is being received and acknowledged so that the printer can look for another DC1 character, which would allow it to resume printing. 8-12 Technical Specifications - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 205
inches (444 mm) 24.3 inches (618 mm) Depth 17.1 inches (434 mm) 17.4 inches (443 mm) Weight 2.4 lb (1.1 kg) 5.9 lb (2.7 kg) Dimensions: mounted on printer. Bin and Stacker capacity: MCBF: Environmental condition: Single sheet: Up to 100 sheets of 24 lb (90g/m2) paper Up to 185 sheets of 17 - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 206
Paper: Width Length Thickness Weight C806122 C806242 7.17 to 8.5 inches (182 to 216 mm) 7.17 to 14.33 inches (182 to 364 mm) 8.27 to 14.3 inches (210 to 364 mm) 10.12 to 14.33 inches (257 to 364 mm) 0.0028 to 0.005 inches (0.07 to 0.14 mm) 17 to 24 lb (64 to 90 g/m*) Printable area Note: - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 207
the hardware and one way through the software. These are described in the following table. Hardware initialization Software initialization • The power is turned on. The printer receives an INIT signal at the parallel interface (pin 31 goes LOW). • The software sends the ESC @ (initialize the - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 208
Also, the data buffer is cleared when the printer is initialized by turning on the power or by an INIT signal. Note: The user-defined character set is not cleared when the printer is initialized with the software command (ESC @). 8-16 Technical Specifications - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 209
Command Summary Using the Command Summary 9-2 Control Key Chart 9-4 Commands in Numerical Order 9-5 Commands Arranged by Topic 9-8 Printer Operation 9-8 M S B C o n t r o l 9-11 Data Control 9-12 Vertical Motion 9-13 Horizontal Motion Overall Printing Style Print Size and Character - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 210
. The second part of this chapter lists and describes each command separately; the commands are divided into the following subjects: Printer operation MSB control Data control Vertical motion Horizontal motion Overall printing style Print size and character width Print enhancement Word processing - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 211
The simplest type of command consists of a single character to be sent to the printer. For instance, to print in condensed mode, the code format is: ASCII code: SI Decimal: 15 Hexadecimal: OF This code can be sent from a program - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 212
Control Key Chart Some application programs use control key codes for decimal values 0-27. The table below gives you the proper values. The Control Key column indicates that you press the control key at the same time you press the key for the letter or symbol in that column. For example, you press - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 213
Carriage Return 9-12 14 0E Select Double-width Mode (one line 9-26 15 0F Select Condensed Mode 9-25 17 11 Select Printer 9-8 18 12 Cancel Condensed Mode 9-26 19 13 Deselect Printer 9-9 20 14 Cancel Double-width Mode (one line 9-27 24 18 Cancel Line 9-12 127 7F Delete Character 9-9 14 0E - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 214
Unidirectional Mode (one line 9-9 61 3D Set MSB to 0 9-11 62 3E Set MSB to 1 9-11 63 3F Reassign Graphics Mode 9-40 64 40 Initialize Printer 9-8 65 41 Set n/60-inch Line Spacing. . . . . 9-16 66 42 Set Vertical Tabs 9-1 7 67 43 Set Page Length in Lines 9-13 67 43 Set Page - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 215
ASCII ESC N ESC O ESC P ESC Q ESC R ESC S 0 ESC S 1 ESC T ESC U ESC W ESC Y ESC Z ESC \ ESC a ESC b ESC g ESC k ESC 1 ESC p ESC q ESC t ESC w ESC x Dec. Hex. Description Page 78 4E Set Skip Over Perforation 9-14 79 4F Cancel Skip Over Perforation. .. 9-14 80 50 Select 10 CPI 9-24 81 51 Set - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 216
the command. DC1 Format: ASCII code: DC1 Decimal: 17 Hexadecimal: 11 Select Printer Comments: Returns the printer to the selected state if it has been deselected by the printer deselect code (DC3). It does not select the printer if it has been switched off line by the ON LINE button. Note - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 217
DC3 Format: ASCII code: DC3 Decimal: 19 Hexadecimal: 13 Deselect Printer Comments: Puts the printer into the deselected state until the select printer code (DC1) is received. The printer cannot be reselected with the ON LINE button. DEL Format: ASCII code: DEL Decimal: 127 Hexadecimal: - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 218
ESC U Format: ASCII code: Decimal: Hexadecimal: Turn Unidirectional Mode On/Off ESC U n 27 85 n 1B 55 n Comments: The following values can be used for n: 1: Turns the mode on 0: Turns the mode off Printing is normally bidirectional. This command selects unidirectional printing for more accurate - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 219
to 0. Some computers always send data with the MSB set to 1, which means that italics or character graphics are always printed. ESC = can overcome this problem. ESC > Format: ASCII code: Decimal: Hexadecimal: ESC 27 62 1B 3E Comments: Sets the MSB bit of all incoming data as 1. Set MSB to 1 ESC - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 220
BEL Format: ASCII code: BEL Decimal: 7 Hexadecimal: 07 Comments: Sounds the printer's beeper. Beeper Data Control CR Format: ASCII code: CR Decimal: 13 Hexadecimal: 0D Carriage Return Comments: Prints the data in the print buffer and returns - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 221
Vertical Motion FF Format: ASCII code: FF Decimal: 12 Hexadecimal: 0C Form Feed Comments: Prints the data in the print buffer and advances the paper to the top of the next form according to the current page length. When using a cut sheet feeder, FF ejects the sheet into the stacker. ESC C - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 222
Commands Arranged by Topic ESC N Format: ASCII code: Decimal: Hexadecimal: Set Skip Over Perforation ESC N n 27 78 n 1B 4E n Comments: The variable n is the number of lines skipped between the last line printed on one page and the first line to print on the next page. For example, with the - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 223
ESC 0 Format: ASCII code: Decimal: Hexadecimal: ESC 0 27 48 1B 30 Select l/&inch Line Spacing Comments: Sets the line spacing to 1/8 of an inch for subsequent line feed commands. ESC 2 Format: ASCII code: ESC 2 Decimal: 27 50 Hexadecimal: 1B 32 Select 1/6-inch Line Spacing Comments: Sets - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 224
ESC 3 Set n/180-inch Line Spacing Format: ASCII code: Decimal: ESC 3 n 27 51 n Hexadecimal: 1B 33 n Comments: Sets the line spacing to n/180 of an inch for subsequent line feed commands. The value of n must be from 0 to 255. ESC A Set n/60-inch Line Spacing Format: ASCII code: Decimal: - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 225
VT Tab Vertically Format: ASCII code: VT Decimal: 11 Hexadecimal: 0B Comments: Advances the paper to the next vertical tab position in the channel selected by ESC /. If no channel has been selected, channel 0 is used. If no vertical tabs have been set, the paper advances one line. ESC B - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 226
Commands Arranged by Topic ESC b Format: ASCII code: Decimal: Hexadecimal: Set Vertical Tabs in Channels ESC b c n1 n2 ... 0 27 98 c n1 n2 ... 0 1B 62 c n1 n2 ... 00 Comments: Functions the same as ESC B, except that the variable c selects a channel for the vertical tabs, which must be from 0 to - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 227
Horizontal Motion ESC 1 Format: ASCII code: ESC 1 n Decimal: 27 108 n Hexadecimal: 1B 6C n Set Left Margin Comments: Sets the left margin to n columns in the current character size. Settings made in the proportional mode are treated as 10 cpi. This command clears previous tab settings and - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 228
Comments: This sequence specifies the distance from the current left margin that subsequent characters are to be printed, using this formula: total number of dots = n1 + (n2 x 256). Each unit equals 1/60th of an inch. The sequence is ignored and the previous setting remains effective if the position - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 229
start. To find n1 and n2, first calculate the displacement required in dots. If the displacement is to the left, subtract it from 65536. Send the resulting number using this formula: total number of dots = n1 + (256 x n2). The command is ignored if it would move - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 230
: ESC x n 27 120 n Hexadecimal: 1B 78 n Comments: The following values can be used for n: 0: Selects draft mode. 1: Selects Letter Quality (LQ) mode. Overrides the SelecType panel setting. ESC k Format: ASCII code: ESC k n Decimal: 27 107 n Hexadecimal: 1B 6B n Select Typestyle Family - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 231
Comments: This command affects only the Letter Quality typestyle, not draft. If n = 0, typestyle in the printer is used. To select one of the other typestyles, use the family number of the font as shown below. For example, to choose the Prestige - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 232
Print Size and Character Width ESC P Format: ASCII code: Decimal: Hexadecimal: ESC P 27 80 1B 50 Select 10 CPI Comments: Selects 10 character per inch printing. This command is normally used to cancel 12 or 15 cpi. ESC M Format: ASCII code: ESC M Decimal: 27 77 Hexadecimal: 1B 4D - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 233
ESC p Format: ASCII code: Decimal: Hexadecimal: Turn Proportional Mode On/Off ESC p n 27 112 n 1B 70 n Comments: Turns proportional mode on and off. The following values can be used for n: 1: Turns mode on. 0: Turns mode off. The width of proportional characters varies from character to character - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 234
ESC SI Format: ASCII code: ESC SI Decimal: 27 15 Hexadecimal: 1B OF Select Condensed Mode Comments: Duplicates the SI command and the function of the CONDENSED button on the control panel. DC2 Cancel Condensed Mode Format: ASCII code: DC2 Decimal: 18 Hexadecimal: 12 Comments: Cancels - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 235
ESC SO Format: ASCII code: Decimal: Hexadecimal: Select Double-width Mode (one line) ESC SO 27 14 1B 0E Comments: Duplicates the SO command. ESC W Format: ASCII code: Decimal: Hexadecimal: Turn Double-width Mode On/Off ESC W n 27 87 n 1B 57 n Comments: Doubles the width of all characters. The - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 236
ESC E Format: ASCII code: Decimal: Hexadecimal: ESC E 27 69 1B 45 Select Emphasized Mode Comments: Makes text bolder by printing each dot twice, with the second dot printed slightly to the right of the first. ESC F Format: ASCII code: Decimal: Hexadecimal: ESC F 27 70 1B 46 Cancel Emphasized - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 237
ESC G Format: ASCII code: ESC G Decimal: 27 71 Hexadecimal: 1B 47 Select Double-strike Mode Comments: Makes text bolder by printing each line twice. ESC H Format: ASCII code: ESC H Decimal: 27 72 Hexadecimal: 1B 48 Cancel Double-strike Mode Comments: Cancels the double-strike mode - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 238
ESC S1 Format: ASCII code: Decimal: Hexadecimal: ESC S 1 27 83 1 1B 53 01 Select Subscript Mode Comments: Prints characters about two-thirds of the normal character height in the lower part of the character space. ESC T Cancel Superscript/Subscript Mode Format: ASCII code: Decimal: Hexadecimal - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 239
ESC (- Format: ASCII code: Decimal: Hexadecimal: Select Score ESC ( - n1 n2 m 27 40 45 n1 n2 m 1B 28 2D n1 n2 m d1 d2 d1 d2 d1 d2 Comments: Use decimal or hexadecimal values for all variables, not ASCII characters. Use the following values for the first 3 variables: n1 must be 3. n2 must be 0. m - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 240
ESC - Format: ASCII code: Decimal: Hexadecimal: ESC 27 45 1B 2D Turn Underline Mode On/Off n n n Comments: This mode provides continuous underlining including spaces. The following values can be used for n: 1: Turns mode on. 0: Turns mode off. Areas skipped with HT or ESC $ are not underlined. - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 241
of space added to the right of each character, in addition to the space already allowed in the design of the character. The number of dots is determined by n, which should be from 0 to 127. Each unit of space is 1/120th of an inch in draft mode and 1/180th of an - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 242
Character Sets ESC t Select Character Set Format: ASCII code: Decimal: ESC t n 27 116 n Hexadecimal: 1B 74 n Comments: Selects the character table used by codes 128 to 255. Selecting a graphics character set does not disable italic printing. Italic printing can still be selected by ESC 4. The - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 243
Commands Arranged by Topic ESC 5 Format: ASCII code: Decimal: Hexadecimal: ESC 5 27 53 1B 35 Comments: Cancels the mode selected by ESC 4. Cancel Italic Mode ESC R Format: ASCII code: Decimal: Hexadecimal: Select an International Character Set ESC R n 27 82 n 1B 52 n Comments: Selects one of - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 244
User-defined Characters See Chapter 4 for sample programs and full information on this topic. ESC & Define User-defined Characters Format: ASCII code: ESC & 0 n1 n2 d1 Decimal: 27 38 0 n1 n2 d1 H e x a d e c i m a l : 1 B 26 00 n1 n2 d1 d2 data d2 data d2 data Comments: This command allows - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 245
ESC % Format: ASCII code: ESC % n Decimal: 27 37 n Hexadecimal: 1B 25 n Select User-defined Set Comments: This sequence is used to print the user-defined (download) character set. ESC & is required to define the character set. The following values can be used for n: 0: Selects the normal set. - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 246
Commands Arranged by Topic Graphics See Chapter 4 for sample graphics programs. See the table under ESC* for graphics modes. ESC K Format: ASCII code: Decimal: Hexadecimal: Select Single-density Graphics Mode ESC K n1 n2 27 75 n1 n2 1B 4B n1 n 2 Comments: Turns on 8-pin, single-density - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 247
density Doubledensity High-speed double-density' Quadruple-density* CRT I CRT II Single-density Double-density CRT III Triple-density Hex-density' Pins m Horiz. density (dots/in) 8 0 60 8 1 120 8 2 120 8 3 240 8 4 80 8 6 90 24 32 60 24 33 120 24 38 90 24 39 180 24 40 360 - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 248
ESC ? Format: ASCII code: Decimal: Hexadecimal: ESC ? 27 63 1B 3F Reassign Graphics Mode s m s m s m Comments: Changes from one graphics mode to another. The variable s is a character (K, L, Y or Z). The variable m corresponds to the mode m in the ESC * command. 9-40 Command Summary - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 249
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Proportional Width Table - . - " - This table lists the widths of your printer's proportional characters. The values given are in 360ths of an inch. (For example, a value of 36 is 36/360ths of an inch.) You may need - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 251
Code 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 4A 4B 4C 4D 4E 4F 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 5A 5B 5C 5D 5E 5F 60 61 62 63 CHR @ A B C D E F G H I J K L M N 0 P Q R S T U V W X Y Z [ \ ^] -' a b cC Width 36/24 36/24 36/24 36/24 36/24 36/24 36/24 36/24 36/24 24/16 30/20 36/24 36/24 42/28 36/24 36/24 36/24 36 - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 252
Code CHR Width 30/20 30/20 18/12 18/12 18/12 36/24 36/24 36/24 42/28 42/28 3O/20 30/20 3O/20 36/24 36/24 36/24 36/24 42/28 3O/20 30/20 36/24 42/28 30/20 30/20 18/12 30/20 36/24 36/24 36/24 30/20 30/20 30/20 30/20 30/20 30/20 30/20 30/20 Code B0 B1 B2 B3 B4 B5 B6 B7 B8 B9 BA BB BC BD BE BF co Cl - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 253
Code D3 D4 D5 D6 D7 D8 D9 DA DB DC DD DE DF EO El E2 E3 E4 E5 E6 E7 E8 E9 EA EB EC ED EE EF FO F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 CHR Width 30 30 30 30 30 30 30 30 30 30 30 30 30 30/20 30/20 30/20 30/20 30/20 30/20 30/20 30/20 30/20 30/20 30/20 30/20 30/20 30/20 30/20 30/20 30 30 30 30 30 30 30 30 Code F8 F9 - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 254
Character Sets The italics character set or a graphics character set is selected by DIP switch 1-7 or the ESC t software command. The graphics character sets are selected by DIP switches 1-1, 1-2, and 1-3 when DIP switch 1-7 is on. For the graphics character sets, the ESC 6 or ESC 7 software - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 255
Graphics Character Sets PC 437 (United States&Epson Extended Graphics code 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F 0123456789ABCDEF PC 850 (Multilingual) CODE 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F 0123456789ABCDEF A-7 - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 256
Character Sets PC 860 (Portugal) CODE 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A 8 C D E F 0123456789ABCDEF PC 863 (Canada-French) CODE 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F 0123456789ABCDEF A-8 - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 257
PC 865 (Norway) CODE 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F 0123456789ABCDEF A-9 - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 258
to letters and symbols. auto line feed When this feature is enabled using a DIP switch or external control through the parallel connector, the printer will automatically feed the paper one line after receiving a CR code. baud rate A measure of the speed of data transmission. Usually expressed in - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 259
beeper and performing a carriage return or line feed. cut sheet feeder (CSF) An optional, detachable device which automatically feeds single sheets of paper into the printer. 2 Glossary - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 260
data dump Sometimes called hex dump. A troubleshooting feature. When the printer is in the data dump mode, each the printer when it is turned on or initialized. DIP stands for Dual In-line Package. dot graphics A graphic design formed by patterns of dots. Also called bit image graphics. dot matrix A - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 261
number of dots. ESC (escape) code A special control code used to begin most printer commands. ESC/P Abbreviation for Epson Standard Code for Printers. The system of commands lets you perform software control of your printer from your computer. It is standard for all Epson printers and supported by - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 262
has a memory. When you print a file from a computer, the contents of the file are transferred quickly from the computer's memory to the printer's memory. The printer then prints information from its own memory at a much slower rate. This way of printing frees the computer to do other work while the - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 263
E, and F. This is frequently used by programmers. Any decimal number between 0 and 255 can be expressed by a two-digit hex number. on line When the printer is on line, it is able to communicate with the computer connected to it. paper-out sensor A small switch behind the platen that sends a signal - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 264
on. ROM Acronym for Read Only Memory. The portion of the printer's memory used to store power-on instructions and built-in fonts. self test A method of checking the operation of the printer. When the self test is run, the printer prints out its current DIP switch settings and the characters that are - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 265
A character spacing of 10 characters per inch. This is often the standard or default pitch. tractor The part of the printer that moves continuous paper through the printer by its sprockets gripping the holes in continuous paper. 12 cpi A character spacing in which each character is slightly narrower - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 266
page tables, 3-13, 3-25 see also Graphics character sets Command summary, 9-1-40 CONDENSED button, 3-4, Condensed mode, 3-10, 4-4, 9-25-26 Connecting printer, 1-22-24 Consumer Information number, Intro-6 Continuous paper loading, 2-8-15 switching to single sheets, 2-16-22 using, 2-8-15 Control keys - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 267
grids, 4-18-19 Dimensions, printer, 8-8 DIP switches settings, 3-11-14 tables, 3-12-13 Dot graphics mode, 4-7-16 Dot patterns, 4-8-9 Double-height mode, 12 Envelopes, 2-25, 2-28-30, 8-4, 8-6-7 Environment specifications, 8-8 Epson Extended Graphics, 3-13, 3-25, A-7 F Film ribbon cartridges, 2- - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 268
position, adjusting, 3-17-18 Locking clip, 1-4, 6-11 M Maintaining printer, 6-1-11 Mechanical specifications, 8-7-8 Micro-adjustment, 3-17-18 Multi-part feeding methods, 2-2-3, 8-3 speed, 8-2 Paper guide, attaching, 1-13-14 Paper handling, 2-1-30 problems and solutions, 7-7-9 PARER OUT light, 3-2 - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 269
14, 8-2 enhancing, 4-2-6 problems and solutions, 7-2-6 specifications, 8-2-3 Problems, see Troubleshooting Proportional width characters, 4-26, 3-6-7 settings, 3-6 Self test, 1-15-21 Serial interfaces, 5-37 Setting up printer, 1-1-25 Shadow printing, 4-6, 9-32 Short tear-off, using, 3-19-21 Single - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 270
9-29 T Tear-off mode, 3-14 position, adjusting, 3-20-21 Technical specifications, 8-1-16 Testing printer, 1-15-21, 5-9-11 Thin paper, 2-25 Transporting printer, 6-10-11 Troubleshooting, 7-1-11 Typestyles, selecting, 3-6-10 U Underlining, 4-5, 9-31-32 Unidirectional printing, 3-12, 3-14, 8-2, 9-9-10 - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 271
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Control and ESCape Codes by Function The following control codes are listed briefly for quick reference. For a more detailed explanation, see the page reference in Chapter 9. Variables are not included in this quick reference due to their complexity. For those codes that contain variables, such as - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 273
Horizontal Motion ASCII ESC I ESC Q BS ESC $ ESC \ HT ESC D Dec. Hex. 108 6C 81 51 8 08 36 24 92 5C 9 09 68 44 Overall Printing Style ASCII ESC x Dec. Hex. 120 70 ESC k 107 6B ESC t 33 21 Print Size and Character Width ASCII ESC P Dec. 80 Hex. 50 ESC M 77 4D ESC - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 274
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Control and ESCape Codes by Function The following control codes are listed briefly for quick reference. For a more detailed explanation, see the page reference in Chapter 9. Variables are not included in this quick reference due to their complexity. For those codes that contain variables, such as - Epson LQ-510X | User Manual - Page 278
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