Epson ActionLaser 1100 Reference Guide
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FOR AMERICAN USERS
This equipment has 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 designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio or television reception. However, there is no guarantee that interference will
not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause interference to radio
and television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
WARNING
The connection of a non-shielded equipment interface cable to this equipment will
invalidate the FCC Certification of this device and may cause interference levels which
exceed the limits established by the FCC for this equipment. It is the responsibility of
the user to obtain and use a shielded equipment interface cable with this device. If this
equipment has more than one interface connector, do not leave cables connected to
unused interfaces.
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the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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Contents
Getting Started
Where to Get Help for U.S. and Canadian Users
CompuServe On-line Support
Safety Information
Laser safety
CDRH regulations
Internal laser radiation
Ozone emission
Laser Printer Precautions
Important Safety Instructions
About this Guide
Chapter 1
About Your Printer
Features
Adjusting the Power Save Mode
Monitoring the Printer Status
Front panel lights
EPSON Control Panel for Windows
Paper Handling
Loading paper
Choosing paper
Printing on special paper
Fonts
Using Your Printer
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Chapter 2 Changing the Printer Settings
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Accessing Printer Driver Setting in Windows ....................
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Font Manager ...............................................................
Chapter 3 Troubleshooting
Resetting the Printer
General Problems
Print Quality Problems
Optimizing Print Quality
Adjusting edge smoothing
Adjusting print density
Cleaning the Printer
Cleaning the inside of the printer
Removing spilled toner
Cleaning the printer case
Deleting the EPSON Control Panel for Windows
Appendix A
Paper
Printer
Interface
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Paper specifications
General
Environmental ..................................................................... A-4
Mechanical
Electrical
Toner cartridge
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Appendix B
Controlling Printer Settings from MS-DOS
EPSON Control Panel for DOS
Installation
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Bringing up the EPSON Control Panel for DOS
Using the EPSON Control Panel for DOS.
EPSON Control Panel screens
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Moving within and between screens
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Gettinghelp ..........................
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Appendix C Command Summary
LJ3 Emulation Commands
GL/2 emulation context commands
PJLMode
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Memory Module
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Installing Additional Memory
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Installing the SIMM
Checking the memory
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Index
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Getting Started
The EPSON® ActionLaser
performance and reliability with a wide range of features.
To get started with your ActionLaser printer, please:
Read the safety information, laser printer precautions, and
important safety instructions in this introduction.
Use your Read This First guide to set up and test your new
printer.
Refer to this Reference Guide for detailed information about
your printer.
TM
1100 printer combines high
Where to Get Help for U.S. and Canadian Users
Epson America provides local customer support and service
through a nationwide network of authorized EPSON dealers
and Service Centers.
If you need to call for technical assistance, please print a test
sheet and have it handy. To print a test sheet, turn the printer
on and then briefly press the reset button on the back of the
printer. (Make sure the Error light is not on.)
EPSON also provides the support services listed below
through EPSON Connections.
Canadian users can call (800) GO-EPSON.
Assistance in locating your nearest Authorized EPSON
Reseller or Service Center
Technical assistance with the installation, configuration,
and operation of EPSON products
SM
U.S. users can call (800) 922-8911;
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EPSON technical information library fax service
Product literature with technical specifications on EPSON’s
current and new products
Customer Relations
You can purchase supplies, parts, documentation, and
accessories by calling EPSON Accessories at (800) 873-7766
(U.S. only).
CompuServe@ On-line Support
The fastest way to access helpful tips, specifications, drivers,
application notes, and bulletins is through the Epson America
Forum on CompuServe.
If you are not currently a member of CompuServe, you are
eligible for a free introductory membership as an owner of an
EPSON product. This membership entitles you to:
An introductory $15 credit on CompuServe
Your own user ID and password
A complimentary subscription to
CompuServe’s monthly publication
To take advantage of this offer, call (800) 848-8199 in the United
States and Canada and ask for representative #529. In other
countries, call (614) 529-1611 or your local CompuServe access
number.
If you are already a CompuServe member, simply type
GO EPSON at the menu prompt to reach the Epson America
Forum.
2 Getting Started
CompuServe Magazine,
Safety Information
Laser safety
This printer is certified as a Class 1 laser product under the U.S.
Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Radiation
Performance Standard according to the Radiation Control for
Health and Safety Act of 1968. This means that the printer does
not produce hazardous laser radiation.
Since radiation emitted by the laser is completely confined
within protective housings and external covers, the laser beam
cannot escape from the machine during any phase of user
operation.
CDRH
regulations
The Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) of the
U.S. Food and Drug Administration implemented regulations
for laser products on August 2, 1976. Compliance is mandatory
for products marketed in the United States. The label shown
below indicates compliance with the CDRH regulations and
must be attached to laser products marketed in the United
States.
This Product complies with
regulations 21 CFR Chapter 1,
Subchapter J, section 1010, 1040.
Epson America, Inc.
20770 Madrona Ave.
Tonance, CA 90503 USA
Getting Started 3
Warning:
Use of controls, adjustments, or performance of procedures
other than those specified in this guide may result in
hazardous radiation exposure.
Your printer is a Class 1 laser product as defined in IEC 825
specifications. The label shown below is attached in countries
where required.
Internal laser radiation
Max. Radiation Power
Wavelength
This is a Class IIIb Laser Diode Assembly that has an invisible
laser beam. The printer optical unit is NOT A FIELD SERVICE
ITEM. Therefore, the optical unit should not be opened under
any circumstance.
5mW
780 nm
Ozone emission
During printer operation, a small amount of ozone is released.
This amount is not large enough to affect human beings
adversely.
However, it is best to make sure the room where you are using
the printer has adequate circulation, especially when you are
printing a high volume of materials or using the printer
continuously over a long period of time.
4 Getting Started
Laser Printer Precautions
This printer uses laser technology. The following list of
precautions applies whenever you open the cover. Even if you
are familiar with other types of printers, be sure to follow these
precautions carefully to ensure safe, efficient operation.
Avoid touching the components inside the printer unless
instructed to do so in this guide.
When you open the printer or remove the toner cartridge,
you expose components inside the printer that can be
very hot. Avoid touching the fuser area, which is located
immediately above the toner cartridge when you open the
front cover, and the motor, which is further inside the
printer.
Do not scratch the surface of the drum, which is the green
cylinder that can be seen through an opening of the toner
cartridge. Avoid touching the drum, since oils from your
skin can permanently damage its surface and may affect
print quality.
Avoid pressing on the top of the toner cartridge. Pressing
directly on the cartridge may cause toner to spill into the
printer. If there is a spill, see Chapter 3 for cleaning
instructions.
Never force the printer’s components into place. Although
the printer is designed to be sturdy, rough handling can
damage it.
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The toner cartridge is the part of the printer mechanism that
forms the image and transfers it onto the paper. Keep the
following guidelines in mind whenever you handle the toner
cartridge:
When removing the toner cartridge, avoid exposing it to
room light any longer than necessary. Exposure to light can
damage the drum, causing dark or light areas to appear on
the printed page and reducing the service life of the drum.
If you need to keep the cartridge out of the printer for long
periods, cover it with a cloth.
Do not turn the cartridge upside down or stand it on its
sides.
Do not attempt to modify or take apart the cartridge. It
cannot be refilled.
Try not to touch the toner and avoid all contact with your
eyes.
Do not use a cartridge for at least one hour after moving it
from a cool to a warm environment.
To get the best print quality from your toner cartridge, do not
store the cartridge in locations that are subject to direct
sunlight, dust, salty air, or corrosive gasses (such as ammonia).
Also avoid locations subject to high temperatures or humidity
or abrupt changes in temperature or humidity.
6 Getting Started
Important Safety Instructions
Read all of these instructions and save them for later reference.
Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the printer.
Unplug the printer before cleaning. Clean with a damp
cloth only. Do not spill liquid on the printer.
Do not place the printer on an unstable surface or near a
radiator or heat register.
Do not block or cover the openings in the printer’s cabinet.
Do not insert objects through the slots.
Use only the type of power source indicated on the
printer’s label.
Connect all equipment to properly grounded power
outlets. Avoid using outlets on the same circuit as
photocopiers or air control systems that regularly switch on
and off.
Do not let the power cord become damaged or frayed.
If you use an extension cord with the printer, make sure the
total ampere rating of the devices plugged into the
extension cord does not exceed the cord’s ampere rating.
Also, make sure the total of all devices plugged into the
wall outlet does not exceed 15 amperes.
Except
not attempt to service the printer yourself.
Unplug the printer and refer servicing to qualified service
personnel under the following conditions:
If the power cord or plug is damaged; if liquid has entered
the printer, if the printer has been dropped or the cabinet
damaged; if the printer does not operate normally or
exhibits a distinct change in performance. Adjust only
those controls that are covered by the operating
instructions.
as
specifically explained
in this Reference Guide,
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do
About this Guide
This guide contains information for operating and maintaining
the printer once you have installed it. For information about
installing and setting up the printer, see Read This First.
Chapter 1, “Using Your Printer,” lists the printer’s features and
describes how to control the printer and load paper.
Chapter 2, “Changing the Printer Settings,” describes how to
change printer settings using the Windows” printer driver.
Printer driver settings allow you to do such things as change
the toner density, turn on toner saving mode, and specify how
long the printer is idle before it enters power save mode.
Chapter 3, “Troubleshooting,” gives helpful information for
avoiding printer errors, optimizing print quality, and solving
any problems you may encounter.
Appendix A contains the technical specifications about the
printer.
Appendix B describes how to use the EPSON Control Panel for
DOS to control the printer. This appendix is intended for users
who do not have Microsoft’ Windows.
Appendix C lists the commands that can be used to control the
printer. This appendix is intended for advanced users only.
Appendix D gives step-by-step instructions for installing a
Single In-Line Memory Module (SIMM) so you can increase
printer memory up to 5MB.
8 Getting Started
Chapter 1
Using Your Printer
About Your Printer
Features
Adjusting the Power Save Mode
Monitoring the Printer Status
Front panel lights
EPSON Control Panel for Windows
Paper Handling
Loading paper
Choosing paper
Printing on special paper
Fonts
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About Your Printer
The ActionLaser 1100 is the latest in EPSON’s advanced line of
laser printers. It emulates the Hewlett-Packard® LaserJet® III
(LJ3) printer, allowing you to print using the wide variety of
software programs that support HP
the printer from either the Windows or the MS-DOS
environment.
The printer gives you the ability to produce good-looking,
professional documents and publications. Its 300-dpi resolution
is enhanced by the edge smoothing feature, which smoothes
jagged edges of diagonal lines in text and graphics and gives
your document a clean crisp appearance.
The ActionLaser 1100 is quiet and is easy to install and use.
You simply set it up and connect it to your computer as
described in
Read This First.
To use the printer, just bring up
your software program and use the Print menu option under
your File menu. From the Print menu, you can access the
settings that allow you to control the print job and the printer
itself.
®
printers. You can control
®
Features
The ActionLaser 1100 comes equipped with a built-in
bidirectional parallel interface and with 1MB of memory, which
can be expanded up to 5MB. See Appendix D for more
information about installing additional memory.
The other main features are described below.
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Using
Your
Printer
Toner saving mode
The toner saving mode allows you to reduce the amount of
toner used in printing draft documents. When you turn on
toner saving mode, the printer applies less toner to each page,
causing text and graphics to appear gray rather than black. The
toner saving mode settings allow you to control how light or
dark you want the toner to be applied.
EPSON Control Panel utility
The EPSON Control Panel for Windows keeps you informed
of the printer’s status and notifies you of printing errors. Each
time the printer status changes, such as when the paper tray is
empty or an error occurs, a message automatically appears on
screen. In case of an error, the message informs you of what
steps to take to clear the error.
Note:
If you are not using the printer in a Windows environment, the
Reporter, which is included with the EPSON Control Panel
keeps you informed of the printer status.
Energy Star compliant
for
DOS,
Your EPSON printer complies with the U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency’s Energy Star program, which promotes the
manufacture of energy-efficient printers, computers, and
monitors. The printer conserves electricity by automatically
entering a low-power, standby mode when not in use for a
specified period of time (default is 15 minutes).
The EPA estimates that if all desktop computers, printers, and
other peripheral devices met Energy Star standards, energy
cost savings would exceed $1 billion annually and carbon
dioxide emissions would be reduced by 20 million tons.
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Your Printer
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All of EPSON’s dot matrix and ink jet printers conform to
Energy Star standards, as do all ActionLaser printers produced
after June, 1993.
The Energy Star emblem dues not represent EPA endorsement of any
product or service.
Optional PostScript® emulation
Optional software is available that allows you to print
documents formatted for PostScript Level 2. Call your dealer
or EPSON Accessories for more information.
Adjusting the Power Save Mode
In compliance with the Energy Star program, the printer enters
power save mode when it is idle for a specified length of time
(15 minutes by default). While in this mode, the printer
conserves energy by using less electricity.
Power save mode is automatically interrupted whenever you
send a print job or press the reset button at the back of the
printer. It takes approximately 45 seconds for the printer to
warm up when it is in power save mode.
You can specify how long the printer is idle before power save
mode comes on or turn off power save mode. For more
information, see Chapter 2.
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Using Your Printer
Monitoring the Printer Status
If you are running Windows, the printer keeps you informed of
its status in two ways:
The
Ready
flash depending on the current status. For example, the
Ready
computer to the printer.
The EPSON Control Panel for Windows automatically
presents screens to keep you informed of the printer status
or notify you of an error. For example, each time the paper
tray is empty, a screen automatically appears to inform you
of the change in status.
Note:
If you are running the EPSON Control Panel
provides
the printer status.
onscreen status and error messages to keep you informed of
Front panel lights
and
Error
lights on the front panel come on or
light begins to flash as data is sent from your
for
DOS, the Reporter
The two lights on the front panel allow you to monitor the
status of the printer. The green
printer is on and is ready to receive print data. As data is
received from the computer, the
The orange
light is on continuously, it indicates that no paper is loaded or
that there is a paper feed jam. A flashing
one of the following: an internal paper jam has occurred, the
front cover is open, or the toner cartridge is not installed.
Error light
indicates an error condition.
Ready light is
Ready
light flashes.
Error
Using
on when the
If
the
Error
light indicates
Your
Printer
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Other status conditions are indicated by the combination of the
Ready
conditions that can be indicated by the printer’s
Error
and
lights:
Error
lights. The following table describes all status
Ready
and
Ready
off
Slow
flashing
Flashing Off
On
off
off
Flashing On
Flashing Flashing
On
Error
Off
Off
off
On
Flashing
On
Printer status
Printer is off.
Printer is in power save mode.
Print data is being received at the printer or has
already been received.
Printer is ready to receive print data.
Either the paper tray is empty or there is a
paper feed problem.
One of the following errors has occurred:
• Paper has jammed inside the printer.
• The front cover is open.
• The toner cartridge is not installed.
One of the following errors has occurred:
• Insufficient memory to print job.
• Printer is In manual feed mode and is waiting
for the next sheet.
• There is a printer overrun error.
The printer is warming up.
A printer engine or controller error has
occurred. Contact your dealer or a qualified
service person.
The EPSON Control Panel provides more precise information
about the printer status or any errors that occur. See the next
section.
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Using Your Printer
EPSON Control Panel for Windows
The EPSON Control Panel for Windows consists of a series of
screens that appear automatically whenever the printer status
changes and whenever the printer encounters an error. For
example, EPSON Control Panel messages appear in the
following cases:
The paper tray is empty.
The printer is warming up.
A print error has occurred. For each error, an EPSON
Control Panel message informs you of what you can do to
correct the problem.
The message remains open on top of your software program
until you minimize the screen by clicking the
( ) in the upper right comer of the message window. To
make the EPSON Control Panel message window reappear,
double-click the
comer of your screen.
Note:
If you are using the EPSON Control Panel for DOS, the Reporter
provides on screen status and error messages to keep you informed of
the printer status.
EPSON Control Panel
Minimize
icon at the bottom left
button
Using Your Printer
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Paper Handling
The paper tray holds up to 100 sheets of various standard-size
papers, including letter and legal. For other sizes and exact
specifications, see Appendix A.
Loading paper
To load a stack of paper in the printer’s paper tray:
1.
Remove any paper remaining in the paper tray. Do not add
paper to a partial stack.
2.
Pull the paper release lever toward the front of the printer.
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3.
Fan a stack of paper and load the paper in the paper tray.
Place the paper side you want printed face down in the
paper tray. Up to 100 sheets can fit in the paper tray.
4.
Slide the paper guides against the paper stack so the paper
fits loosely between them. The paper guides should not fit
too tightly against the paper.
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Your Printer
5.
Push the paper release lever toward the back of the printer.
This places the feed roll in contact with the paper stack.
Paper will not feed properly if the paper release lever is not
in the feed position.
For information about loading heavy paper, envelopes, labels,
or transparencies, see “Printing on special paper” later in this
chapter.
Choosing paper
For best results, use paper made especially for laser printers
or plain-paper copiers. Paper should be of good quality and
relatively smooth with a weight between 16 and 24 lb (60 and
90 g/m²). Because the printer is sensitive to moisture, always
store paper in a dry place.
You may use colored paper but not paper to which a clear or
colored coating has been added. For preprinted paper stock
such as letterheads, use papers and inks designed for laser
printers. Ordinary inks or dyes may smear or come off when
subjected to the high temperature of the fuser. Always test
samples of paper stock before purchasing large amounts.
Note:
The
quality
by the manufacturer at any time, so EPSON cannot guarantee any
particular one.
In addition, you can print on special stock such as heavy
paper (greater than 24 lb or 90 g/m2), envelopes, labels, or
transparencies. To do so, you need to feed single sheets one at a
time. See the next section "printing on special paper.”
of
any particular brand or type
of
paper may be
Using
Your
changed
Printer
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Printing on special paper
You can print on special paper stock such as heavy paper
(over 24 lb or 90 g/m2), envelopes, labels, and transparencies.
When selecting special types of paper or other stock, follow the
recommendations given below.
For printing on special paper, it is usually easier to use manual
feed and feed a single sheet at a time. To use manual feed,
select the printer driver’s Manual Feed option and turn off
Auto Continue (see Chapter 2 for information on printer driver
settings). Then send your print job. The printer prints the page
and then waits for you to press the reset button at the rear of
the printer before it prints the next sheet.
Envelopes
Toad envelopes with the flap-side up and to the left. The
printing quality on envelopes may be irregular because
different parts of an envelope have different thicknesses. Print
one or two envelopes to check the print quality. If the printing
is too light, adjust the print density as described in Chapter 3.
Do not use envelopes with metal clasps or fastenings. Also do
not use window envelopes unless they are specially designed
for laser printers. The plastic on most window envelopes can
melt when it comes in contact with the hot fuser.
Labels
Use only labels designed for laser printers or plain-paper
copiers. To prevent the adhesive from coming into contact with
printer parts, always use labels that completely cover the
backing sheet, with no gaps between the individual labels. You
should test the label sheet for leaking adhesive by pressing a
sheet of paper on top of a sheet of labels. If the paper sticks, do
not use the labels.
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Your
Printer
Transparencies
You can use overhead projector transparencies and adhesive
drafting film if they are made for use with laser printers or
plain-paper copiers. Normally you should use manual feed
when printing transparencies.
Fonts
The printer comes with a set of 14 bitmap and 8 scalable
resident fonts. The resident bitmap fonts include Courier and
Line Printer in various sizes and orientations. The resident
fonts, stored permanently in memory, are these:
CG Times Medium
CG Times Bold
CG Times Italics
CG Times Bold Italic
Univers Medium
Univers Bold
Univers Italics
Univers Bold Italic
All other Windows fonts are automatically transferred, or
downloaded, from the computer to the printer when you send
a print job. For other types of fonts to be downloaded, you
need the appropriate screen font software. For example, to
download Adobe® fonts, you need Adobe Type Manager™
(ATM); to download Intellifont® Scalable Typefaces from Agfa,
®
you need Intellifont for Windows.” If you don’t have the
appropriate screen font software for a particular font, the font
will not be downloaded and the printer will substitute one of
the resident fonts.
Downloaded fonts remain in printer memory only until the
print job is completed. When the print job is completed or you
turn off the printer, downloaded fonts are flushed from
memory. Downloaded fonts, which must first be transferred
from the computer, do not print as fast as resident fonts.
Using Your Printer
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If you are printing a page that consists mainly of graphics but
not a lot of TrueType text, you might want to print TrueType as
graphics as described in Chapter 2. Printing TrueType fonts as
graphics requires less printer memory and may speed up
printing because the fonts don’t need to be downloaded.
Printing TrueType as graphics is also useful if you want to
print graphics over text so that only a portion of the text is
visible.
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Using Your Printer
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