Epson ActionLaser 1600 User Manual

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Contents

Introduction

About This Manual Where to Get Help for U.S. and Canadian Users System and Memory Requirements

Chapter 1 Setup

Installing Your Hardware ........................................................... 1-2

Removing the controller board .....................................

Installing the EpsonScript and LocalTalk boards .......

Reinserting the controller board .....................................

Printing a status sheet .......................................................

Chapter 2

Software Installation Installing the Macintosh Driver

Running the EpsonScript Installer program Selecting the EpsonScript driver

Installing the Windows Driver

Selecting a PostScript printer Running the EpsonScript Installer Selecting the default printer

Installing the Drivers and Utilities

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Chapter 3

Changing the Emulation Selecting Fonts

Using EpsonScript in a Macintosh Environment

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Using the EpsonScript Macintosh Driver

Saving PostScript-compatible files as binary and ASCII .. 3-5

Using precision bitmaps Using the MicroGray feature Printing an error sheet

Font Management

Adding fonts to a PPD file

Substituting fonts Handling TrueType fonts

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Specifying which fonts to download

Saving PostScript-Compatible Files

Using the EpsonScript Utility

Managing fonts

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Getting information about the printer

Sending files formatted for PostScript

Renaming the printer

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Additional EpsonScript Utility features

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Chapter 4

Changing the Emulation Selecting Fonts Using the EpsonScript Windows Driver

Using EpsonScript in a windows Environment

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Accessing EpsonScript driver settings

Advanced EpsonScript Settings

Handling TrueType fonts

Specifying memory usage

Graphics settings

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Creating files that conform to Adobe DSC

Printing EpsonScript error information

Appendix A

Index

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Introduction

EpsonScript Level 2 for the ActionLaser™ 1600 adds PostScript® compatibility to your ActionLaser 1400 so you can print files formatted for PostScript. The printed output is equivalent to the output of an Apple® LaserWriter® II NTX.

EpsonScript includes a set of 35 PostScript-compatible fonts that include the following: Fixed Pitch 810 Courier, Dutch® 801 Roman, Swiss® 721, Geometric ITC Avant Garde® Revival 711 ITC Bookman,® Swiss 721 Narrow, Century 702 Century Schoolbook,® Zapf Calligraphic 801, ITC Zapf Chancery® Medium Italic, ITC Zapf Dingbats,® and Symbol. Matching screen fonts are also included to ensure that what you see on the screen matches the final printed output.

The quality of grayscale images is enhanced when you use the MicroGray feature, which allows EpsonScript to achieve the quality of a 1200-dpi typesetter to produce smoother graphic output than is available with standard PostScript.

The EpsonScript kit consists of an EpsonScript interface board and two sets of disks, one for the PC and one for the Apple Macintosh.® Your kit might also include the Local Talk® interface board, which allows you to connect the printer to your Macintosh or to an AppleTalk® network.

About This Manual

This manual is intended both for Macintosh and PC users. It is divided up into the following chapters:

Chapter 1, “Setup,” describes how to install the EpsonScript

and the LocalTalk interface boards. If these boards are already installed on your printer, skip this chapter. Note that the LocalTalk board needs to be installed only if you have a Macintosh.

Introduction 1

Chapter 2, "Installing the Drivers and Utilities,” describes how to install the EpsonScript software.

Chapter 3, “Using EpsonScript in a Macintosh Environment,” provides detailed information about using EpsonScript if your printer is connected to an Apple Macintosh computer.

Chapter 4, “Using EpsonScript in a Windows” Environment,” provides detailed information about using EpsonScript if you are running Microsoft® Windows on your PC.

Appendix A, “Changes to SelecType,“’ describes how the printer’s SelecType menus are expanded to include settings specific to EpsonScript. Because the default settings are designed for most computer environments, you should not normally have to consult this appendix.

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.

EPSON also provides the support services listed below through EPSON Connections” U.S. users can call (800) 922-8911; 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

EPSON technical information library fax service Product literature with technical specifications on EPSON’s

current and new products

Customer Relations.

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You can purchase supplies, parts, documentation, and accessories by calling EPSON Accessories at (800) 873-7766 (U.S. sales only). In Canada, call (800) GO-EPSON for sales locations.

When you call for technical assistance, be ready to identify your system and its configuration, and describe any error conditions to the support staff.

If you need help with any software program you are using, see the documentation that came with that program for technical support information

System and Memory Requirements

To install and use EpsonScript in a Macintosh environment, your Macintosh must be at least 2MB of RAM.

running System 7.0 or later and have

Caution:

Installing EpsonScript on a Macintosh that is running System

6.x or earlier can corrupt the system file on your Macintosh.

If you are installing EpsonScript in a Windows environment, your PC must be

running Windows 3.0 or later.

The 2MB of memory that comes with the printer is sufficient for using EpsonScript for most print jobs. However, if you regularly print pages that contain complex layouts or a lot of large or complicated graphics, you may need to install more memory on your printer. See your printer manual for more information.

Note: LaserTalk™ and SmartArt™ are not compatible with EpsonScript.

Introduction 3

Chapter 1

Setup

Installing Your Hardware

Removing the controller board Installing the EpsonScript and LocalTalk boards Reinserting the controller board Printing a status sheet

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Setup 1-1

Installing Your Hardware

EpsonScript for the ActionLaser 1600 comes with two interface boards: the EpsonScript board and the LocalTalk interface board.

In a PC environment, you need to install the EpsonScript board

only. In a Macintosh environment, you need to install both the

EpsonScript and LocalTalk interface boards. If your ActionLaser 1600 is already equipped with EpsonScript

and LocalTalk (if needed), you can skip this chapter.

Removing the controller board

The EpsonScript and LocalTalk interface boards attach to connectors on the printer’s controller board. Therefore, you first need to remove the controller board.

Warning: High voltages are present inside the printer when the power is on. Do not attempt to remove the controller board unless the printer is turned off and the power cord is unplugged. Also, do not touch the contacts on the board because many of the components

Turn off the printer and unplug the power cable from the

can

be damaged by static electricity.

electrical outlet.

Remove any optional font cartridges and the lower paper cassette, if installed.

Disconnect all interface cables from the interface connectors.

Turn the printer so that its left side is facing you.

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Remove the two screws securing the interface card cover; then pull off the cover. Keep the screws handy so that you can use them later. If you have already installed an optional interface card, skip this step.

Remove the four silver screws that secure the metal bracket on the left side of the printer. Keep the screws handy so that you can use them later.

Setup 1-3

Pull the tab on the bottom of the bracket to remove the controller board, as shown below.

Warning: Avoid touching the electrical components that are exposed after you remove the controller board. They may be very hot if the printer has been used recently.

Grasp the board with both hands and pull it straight out of its slot.

Place the controller board on a clean, stable surface.

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Setup

Installing the EpsonScript and LocalTalk boards

Unpack the EpsonScript and LocalTalk boards. Follow these guidelines when handling the EpsonScript

and LocalTalk boards:

Do not drop or bend. Do not store in direct sunlight or near a heat source. Make sure the printer is turned off when you insert or

remove the boards; otherwise, you can damage the

boards or the printer. Do not touch the connectors. If the connectors become

dirty, clean them by wiping the edge with a clean tissue. Do not use water, alcohol, or other solvents.

Hold the EpsonScript board so its CN1 connector is face down and position it over the CN3 connector on the

controller board.

Insert the connector on the EpsonScript board into the

CN3

connector as shown below.

Setup 1-5

Press the EpsonScript board in firmly and secure it using the supplied screws.

If you do not need to install the LocalTalk interface, go to “Reinserting the controller board.”

Position the LocalTalk interface board so its connector is over the

CN4

connector on the controller board. The

LocalTalk port should show through the opening in the interface cover.

Press the LocalTalk board in firmly and secure it with the two screws provided.

On the printer’s interface panel, remove the white plastic cap that covers the opening for the LocalTalk connector.

1-6 Setup

Reinserting the controller board

Note: If you are installing additional memory, install it on the controller board before you reinsert the board. See your printer manual for instructions.

Hold the controller board level and fit its right edge into the right groove inside the board slot. Then gently fit its left edge into the left groove.

Slide the controller board into the printer until it locks in place. If the controller board does not fit smoothly into the printer, do not force it. Remove it and make sure the edges fit properly into the grooves inside the slot.

Secure the board with the four silver screws you removed earlier.

Setup 1-7

Attach the interface board cover with the two screws you removed in step 5.

Note:

Do no attach the interface cover if an optional interface is

installed.

Reconnect any interface cables you removed.

Reinsert the optional font cartridge and lower paper cassette if you have these options.

Be sure the power is turned off; then plug the power cord

into an electrical outlet.

Printing a status sheet

To print a status sheet to verify that EpsonScript is properly installed:

Turn on the printer.

Press the

button to enter SelecType. button several times until TEST MENU

appears on the display.

Press the

Item

button; you should see PS STATUS SHEET on

the display.

Press the

Enter

button The printer prints the status sheet,

showing the current EpsonScript printer settings.

Press the

On Line

button to put the printer back on line.

1-8 Setup

Chapter 2

Installing the Drivers

Software Installation ................................................................... 2-2

Installing the Macintosh Driver

Running the EpsonScript Installer program Selecting the EpsonScript driver

Installing the Windows Driver

Selecting a PostScript printer Running the EpsonScript Installer Selecting the default printer

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Utilities

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Installing the Drivers and Utilities

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Software Installation

This chapter describes how to install the EpsonScript driver

and utilities for both the Macintosh and PC environments. See the procedure that applies to you.

Installing the Macintosh Driver

To install the EpsonScript drivers and screen fonts on your Macintosh, you first need to run the EpsonScript Installer program. Then select the EpsonScript driver in the Chooser.

Running the EpsonScript Installer program

The Installer utility for the Macintosh driver has both an easy and a custom installation.

The easy installation installs all EpsonScript files and screen

fonts that are not already installed on your Macintosh. Normally, you should use the easy installation since this ensures that all necessary files are copied and that the Macintosh environment is modified to give you the full benefit of the EpsonScript option.

The custom installation installs only the files you specify. You might want to use the custom installation if you are low on disk space and want to install only those files that are absolutely

required. However, if you have enough disk space, it is

recommended that you use the easy installation. To install EpsonScript on your Macintosh:

Turn on your Macintosh if it is not already on Exit any Macintosh programs you are currently running.

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Installing the Drivers and Utilities

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