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FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT FOR AMERICAN USERS
This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy and if not installed and used properly, that is, in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, may cause interference to radio and television reception. It has been type tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B computing device in accordance with the specifications in Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference in a residential installation. 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 the receiving antenna
Relocate the printer with respect to the receiver
Move the printer away from the receiver
Plug the printer into a different outlet so that the printer and receiver are on different branch circuits.
If necessary, the user should consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ television technician for additional suggestions. The user may find the following booklet prepared by the Federal Communications Commission helpful:
‘Television Interference Handbook’
This booklet is available from the U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington DC 20402. Stock No. 004-000-00450-7.
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 that exceed the limits established by the FCC for this equipment. If this equipment has more than one interface connector, do not leave cables connected to unused interfaces.
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the radio interference regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.
Le present appareil numèrique n’èmet pas de bruits radioèlectriques dèpassant les limites applicables aux appareils numeriques de Classe B prescrites dans le reglement sur le brouillage radidlectriques èdicte par le Ministère des Communications du Canada.
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IMPORTANT NOTICE
DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY
Epson America makes no representations or warranties, either express or implied, by or with respect to anything in this manual, and shall not be liable for any implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose or for any indirect, special, or consequential damages. Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, so this exclusion may not apply to you.
COPYRIGHT NOTICE
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Epson America, Inc. No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of information contained herein. While every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this publication, Epson America assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions. Nor is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein. Further, this publication and the features described herein are subject to change without notice.
TRADEMARKS
Epson is a registered trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation. IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation. LaserJet and LaserJet Plus are trademarks of Hewlett-Packard Company.
Copyright © 1989 by Epson America, Inc. Torrance, California
HGM45-32901 Rev. 7/89
Printed in Japan
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Contents
About This Manual
Introduction
Chapter 1 Setting Up the Printer
Finding a Place for the Printer. Unpacking the Printer. Carrying the Printer Assembling the Printer
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Chapter 2 Testing and Connecting the Printer
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Connecting to Your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chapter 3 Using the Printer
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SelecType Overview The SelecType Control Panel.
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Selecting a Paper Size Printing Methods Summary Paper Delivery Choices Paper Feed Methods
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Chapter 6 Maintenance and Transportation
Maintenance Maintenance Messages Routine Printer Cleaning
General Printer Maintenance. Service Overhaul Transporting Your Printer
Unpacking the Printer after Shipment
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Error Messages Paper Jam Problems
Troubleshooting. Power Supply. Printing Problems Paper Handling Decline in Print Quality
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Appendix A Character Samples and Symbol Sets
Resident Fonts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Symbol Set Tables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Appendix B Technical Specifications
Printer Specifications Interface Specifications.
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Introduction

The EPL-6000 laser printer offers high performance and reliability and a wide range of features. Your printer combines a
semiconductor laser with the electrophotographic technology used
in office copiers to give you high-quality printing that is both fast and quiet.
The imaging system used by your laser printer is driven by a powerful computer that allows the printer to compose an entire page in internal memory before printing. The printer can manipulate the page it holds in memory to provide you with the ability to mix text and graphics, create predefined forms, and print with a range of fonts normally associated with typeset material.
Features
In addition to the high-quality printing and ease of operation you have come to expect from Epson* printers, the EPL-6000 printer
offers the following:
HP LaserJet series II emulation resident in the printer, giving you access to the wide range of software written for Hewlett­Packard laser printers.
An optional Epson FX Identity Cartridge that uses the ESC/P standard. This cartridge comes with its own user’s manual.
Epson’s SelecType feature that gives you touch control over many printer features, including font selection, paper size, and interface settings.
Two slots available for font and identity cartridges. The EPL-6000 can accommodate HP-compatible soft fonts.
A built-in 512KB of RAM. A 2MB memory board option (upgradable to 4MB) is also available.
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High-quality, 300 dot-per-inch (DPI) printing at a speed of 6 pages per minute for letter-size paper.
Two paper delivery methods: face-down delivery for collated sheets and faceup delivery for printing on media requiring a straight paper path and for immediate viewing of printed output.
Three built-in interfaces: parallel and RS-232C and RS-422A serial.
A small footprint and a light weight.
Enhanced paper handling capabilities that allow you to select a variety of sizes for automatic feeding without having to change paper cassettes. A manual paper feed capability is also available.
Where to get help
Customer support and service for Epson products are provided by a network of authorized Epson Dealers and Customer Care Centers
throughout the United States. Epson America provides product
information and support to its dealers and Customer Care Centers.
Therefore, we ask that you contact the business where you purchased your Epson product to request assistance. If the people there do not have the answer to your question, they can obtain it through our dealer support program.
Epson is confident that this policy will provide you with the assistance you need.
Call the Epson Consumer Information Center at l-800-922-8911 for the following:
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The location of the nearest Epson dealer
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The location of the nearest Customer Care Center
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Information on Epson User Groups.
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Options and supplies
To locate or purchase accessories or supplies, contact your nearest Epson dealer or call 1-800-873-7766.
Epson FX Identity Cartridge Replacement Toner Cartridge Drum Unit Optional 2MB Memory Board
#IBS100 #IBS300 #IBS301 #IBS401
Laser printer precautions
Certain precautions are necessary to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the EPL-6000. The following list of precautions applies whenever you open the printer cover. Even if you are familiar with
other types of printers, be sure to follow these precautions carefully.
Be careful not to touch the fuser, which has a hot surface. (The fuser is the orange-colored area on the left side of the printer, inside the cover.) There is a label on the fuser warning you not to touch the hot surface.
Protect the light-sensitive drum from exposure to light. You should avoid exposing the drum unit to room light for any longer than necessary. Never expose the drum to lighting any stronger than room light. Overexposing the drum may cause abnormally dark or light areas to appear on the printed page, reducing the service life of the drum.
If you must expose the drum, either by taking the drum unit out
of the printer or by leaving the printer cover open, cover the
drum with a soft cloth or sheet of paper.
If you remove the drum, developer unit, or basket from the printer, always set them on a clean, smooth surface. Be sure not to scratch or mar the roller on the developer unit or the surface of the drum. Also avoid touching the drum, since oils from your skin can permanently mar its surface and affect print quality.
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Never try to force the printer’s components into place. Although the printer is designed to be sturdy, rough handling can damage the printer.
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About This Manual

This user’s manual provides step-by-step instructions on setting up and operating your laser printer.
Finding your way around
The introduction includes important information on precautions you should take while operating your laser printer. It also discusses the features of your EPL-6000, tells you where you can get help, and lists the options available for this printer.
Chapter 1 contains information on unpacking and setting up your printer.
Chapter 2 includes information on testing the printer and connecting the printer to your computer. This chapter also describes how to change your print density setting.
Chapter 3 contains information on general printer operation. The information on SelecType is necessary for the day-today operation of your printer.
Chapter 4 details paper handling. Chapter 5 gives you information on the HP LaserJet series II
mode, including a command summary.
Chapter 6 gives you information on maintaining and transporting your printer.
If the printer does not operate properly or the printed results are not what you expect, see Chapter 7 for a list of possible problems and recommended solutions.
See the appendixes for information on available symbol sets and character samples, a list of technical specifications, and an index.
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l A Quick Reference Card at the back of the manual provides a
map of SelecType menus.
l The back flap area has a front and rear view of the printer
designating major parts. Views of the printer’s internal components are also shown.
Conventions used in this manual
WARNINGS must be followed carefully to avoid damage to your printer or computer or injury to yourself.
CAUTIONS should be followed carefully to ensure that your printer operates correctly.
Notes contain important information and useful tips on the operation of your printer.
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Chapter 1
Setting Up the Printer
Finding a Place for the Printer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Unpacking the Printer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Carrying the Printer Assembling the Printer
Installing internal components Installing the paper cassette. Installing the face-up output tray Attaching the power cord Setting the paper feed mechanism
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Finding a Place for the Printer

Setting up your printer is a simple process that takes only a few minutes. You need to find a location for your printer and install a few parts. Then your printer will be ready to be connected to your computer.
Before setting up your printer, you need to find a suitable place to use it. Be sure to keep the following points in mind when selecting a place for your printer:
Place the printer on a flat, stable surface. Place the printer close enough to the computer or workstation
for its cable to reach. Your printer is equipped with four rubber feet. Be sure that your
printer stand or desktop is large enough to accommodate all four feet.
Use a grounded outlet-one that has three holes to match the power plug on the printer. Do not use an adapter plug.
Leave adequate room around the printer to allow easy printer
operation and maintenance. You need to locate a space that is 35 inches (889 mm) wide and 24 inches (610 mm) deep. When you install the printer in this space, you should make sure there is sufficient room on each side of the printer. See the following diagram for details.
Note: If you plan to install the face-up output tray, you need a space that is 44 inches (1118 mm) wide and 24 inches (610 mm) deep. Within this area, you need 13 inches (330 mm) of flat, unobstructed space to the left of the printer, rather than the 5 inches (127 mm) shown in the diagram below. There should be at least 2 inches (50 mm) of space to the left of the tray after it is installed.
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To give you enough room to open the printer cover, allow 18 inches (457 mm) from the bottom of the print& to any shelf or surface directly above the printer.
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WARNINGS:
Avoid locations that are subject to direct sunlight, excessive heat, moisture, or dust.
Avoid using electrical outlets that are controlled by wall switches or automatic timers. Accidental disruption of power can wipe out valuable information in your computer’s memory and your printer’s memory.
Avoid using outlets on the same circuit with large motors or other appliances that might disrupt the power supply.
Keep the entire computer system away from potential sources of interference, such as loudspeakers or the base units of cordless telephones.

Unpacking the Printer

Carefully unpack the outer carton. At the top of the carton is the accessory pack containing several printer components. Beneath the pack is the printer itself, which is protected by white foam packing material.
Note: If you already followed the instructions on your unpacking sheet, skip to the section on carrying the printer.
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Unpacking the Printer
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Remove the accessory pack and make sure you have the accessories shown below.
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Carefully remove the printer from the outer carton, lifting the printer by the recesses on each side of it. Set the printer on a flat, stable surface. Since the printer is heavy, you may need to have someone help you lift it.
3. Remove the white foam packing material and plastic bag protecting the printer. Also remove the plastic bag from the paper cassette.
Note: It is very important to save all packing materials. You need to repack the printer in these materials whenever you ship the printer. Chapter 6 has details on transporting your printer.
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Raise the top cover of your printer by lifting up on the latch.
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Remove the tape and foam from the printer and paper cassette.
CAUTION: Be particularly careful to remove the foam taped inside the printer. Save this foam; you’ll need it whenever you transport the printer.
Top cover
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To close the cover, push only on the ridged portion of the lid.
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Carrying the Printer

When you move your printer to the location you selected for it,
carry the printer by holding the recesses on each side of the printer,
as shown below.
Note: The printer weighs about 36 lb. (16 kg) and should be carried with care. You may need to have someone help you lift it.
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Assembling the Printer

Before you can use the printer, you need to install a few important parts. Before proceeding, familiarize yourself with the components shown below. The basket is inside the printer and must be removed when you install certain parts. The other parts shown were shipped in the accessory pack.
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Note: Put the developer cleaner and magnetic cleaner in a safe place for now. You’ll need to use the developer cleaner if vertical white lines appear on your printed pages. The magnetic cleaner is useful for removing excess toner from the paper guide. Usage of these two accessories is described in Chapter 6.

Installing internal components

This section describes how to install internal components, including the drum unit, drum replacement cartridge, cleaning pad, and developer unit.
The drum unit, drum replacement cartridge, cleaning pad, and
toner cartridge (which is attached to the developer unit) need to be replaced periodically. See Chapter 6 for details.
WARNING: When handling the drum, developer unit, or basket, always set them on a clean, smooth surface. Be sure not to scratch or mar the roller on the developer unit or the surface of the drum. Also avoid touching the drum, since oils from your skin can permanently mar its surface and affect print quality.
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Raise the top cover of your printer by lifting up on the latch.
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Remove the basket and place it on a flat surface.
3.
Locate the cleaning pad in the accessory pack. Holding the green felt tabs on the cleaning pad, insert the pad into the indentation on the orange-colored fuser on the left side of your printer.
WARNING Never touch the fuser. When the printer is in operation, the fuser becomes very hot.
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Locate the drum unit, which has two green handles, and the
4. cotton swab.
WARNING: Do not expose the photosensitive drum to light any longer than necessary (a few minutes at most). It is recommended that you cover the drum with a soft cloth or sheet of paper whenever the drum is exposed. Also, do not touch the surface of the drum.
Place the drum unit on a clean, smooth surface and locate the
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main charger wire, which extends along the length of the green drum inside a slot directly over the drum.
WARNING: The main charger wire is very delicate. Do not press on it too hard or it may break Also, never touch the wire.
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6.
Gently clean the main charger wire with the cotton swab by rubbing the swab along the length of the wire. You need to insert the cotton swab a fraction of an inch into the slot to reach the wire.
7.
Set the drum unit aside for a moment and locate the developer unit.
WARNING: Do not touch the roller on the developer unit.
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Hold the developer unit horizontally, with the toner cartridge
8. label right side up. Gently shake the unit back and forth a few times to distribute the toner.
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Install the drum unit (lifting it by its green handles) and the developer unit in the basket.
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10. With the top cover of the printer open, align the arrow on the back of the basket with the arrow on the printer case. (The arrows point toward each other when the unit is properly installed.) Gently lower the basket into place.
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11. Press down simultaneously on the drum unit’s two green handles until the drum unit clicks into place.
12. Unfasten the tape holding the clear plastic film in place on the initial toner cartridge, which is attached to the developer unit.
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13. Pressing down on the toner cartridge to hold it firmly in place, pull out the film. (pull the film up and out toward the back of the printer.) Pull firmly until the other end of the film comes out
of the cassette.
14. Insert the drum replacement cartridge in the slot at the right rear comer of the printer frame (with the printer cover open). Make sure that the indicator light faces the front of the printer. Press down on the cartridge until it clicks into place.
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15. Now close the printer cover by pressing down on the ridged area on the right side of the cover.

Installing the paper cassette

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Locate the paper cassette opening on the right side of the printer. Align the hooks on either side of the paper cassette with the slots in the opening.
2.
Insert the paper cassette into the printer in the direction of the arrow on the side of the cassette. Push the cassette in until it goes no further, then lower the right side of the cassette (the side you insert paper into) until the cassette drops into place.
CAUTION: It is particularly important to lower the cassette into place. If the paper cassette is not installed properly, the control panel may display a PAPER
EMPTY
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Installing the face-up output
The faceup output tray lets you print heavier paper and other media requiring a straight paper path. (See Chapter 4 for details.) The faceup output tray also lets you view your printed output the moment it comes out of the printer.
If you wish to install the face-up output tray, follow these steps:
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Locate the two faceup output tray hooks on the left side of your printer.
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Mount the faceup output tray onto the hooks as shown.
tray
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WARNING: When you open the printer cover, the tray touches the desktop and slides to the left of the printer as shown below. Before you install the tray, make sure there is at least 13 inches (330 mm) of unobstructed area to the left of the printer. Otherwise your tray may run into an obstruction and break when you open the cover.
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When it is not in use, you can leave the tray attached to the printer but rotated so that it rests on top of the printer. However, you should lower the tray before you open the printer cover.
Note: The EPL-6000 is factory set for face-down output on top of the printer. If you prefer face-up delivery, simply move the paper patch selector (located on the left side of the printer) to the down
position.
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Attaching the power cord

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Before attaching the power cord, make sure that the power switch on the left side of the printer is turned off. (It is off when the O side of the switch is pushed down.)
2.
Attach the power cord to the socket at the back of the printer, as shown below. Then plug the other end of the power cord into a properly grounded outlet.

Setting the paper feed mechanism

Follow the steps below if you are using the printer for the first time or if you have lust transported the printer:
1.
Be sure the printer is turned off; then remove the paper cassette.
2.
Turn on the power by pressing the side of the power switch marked with the number 1. The power indicator lights and a
P A P E R
E MPTY
message appears.
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Wait at least five seconds, then turn off the power and reinsert the paper cassette. Push the cassette in until it goes no further, then lower the right side of the cassette (the side you load paper into) until it drops into place.
This procedure causes the paper feed mechanism, which can become misaligned when you transport the printer, to resume its original position. If you do not perform these steps before using your printer for the first time or after transporting your printer, paper jams may result.
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Chapter 2
Testing and Connecting Your Printer
Testing the Printer.
Turning on the power Loading paper Performing the self test.
Adjusting print density Performing the font and status print tests.
Connecting to Your Computer
Choosing an interface Connecting the parallel interface Connecting the serial interface Setting the DIP switches for the serial interface
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Testing the Printer

The EPL-6000 has three built-in print tests: the self test, font print test, and status print test. These tests let you check the operation of your printer and obtain information on printer status.
It is recommended that you run the self test before you begin using
your printer to make sure the printer is operating correctly. This test
is also useful for checking the print density setting on your printer.
The other two tests, the font print test and status print test, can be run any time you need information on fonts or printer status.
Before running any of these tests, make sure you have removed all protective materials from the printer and that you have installed all components as described in Chapter 1.
You do not need to connect the printer to your computer before running these tests. (Connecting your printer to your computer is described later in this chapter.)
Before performing these tests, it is necessary to turn on the power and load paper as described below.

Turning on the power

1.
Make sure the printer is plugged in.
2.
Turn on the power by pressing the side of the power switch marked with the number 1.
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The power indicator lights and a PLEASE WAIT message
appears while the printer warms up. (It takes about a minute for the printer to warm up.) Then the PAPER EMPTY message appears. If the display remains blank, see Chapter 7 for troubleshooting information.
CAUTION: After turning off the printer, always wait at least five seconds before switching it back on.

Loading paper

The paper cassette holds up to 150 sheets of 20 lb. paper. To load paper, follow the steps below. See Chapter 4 for more information
on paper handling.
1.
Remove the paper cassette.
2.
Open the manual feed tray on the paper cassette. Slide the paper guides all the way apart, as shown below.
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Take a stack of paper and fan it. Next, tap the edges of the paper
on a flat surface to even up the stack.
4.
Insert the stack of paper into the paper cassette, making sure
that the top of the stack does not cover the red line inside the paper cassette. Push the paper in gently as far as it can go.
5.
Slide the paper guides together (if necessary) until they are both resting lightly against the paper.
6.
Close the manual feed tray.
7.
Reinsert the paper cassette into the printer with the arrow on the
side of the cassette pointing into the printer. Push the cassette in
until it goes no further and lower the right side of the cassette
(the side you load paper into) until it drops into place.
CAUTION: It is particularly important to lower the cassette into place. If the cassette is not installed properly, the message PAPER EMPTY appears in the display.
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8.
If you are not using letter size paper (the factory default setting for your printer), see the section on SelecType in Chapter 3 for details on setting the correct paper size.

Performing the self test

Successful completion of the self test indicates that you have set up your printer correctly and that you are ready to connect the printer to your computer. If you are unable to print this test, see Chapter 7 for troubleshooting information.
The self test also lets you check your print density setting. After you print the self test, check the character pattern to see whether you are satisfied with the print density. The section in this chapter on adjusting print density describes how to change the print density setting.
Follow the steps below to perform the self test:
WARNING: Never open the printer cover while the
EPL-6000 is printing.
1.
Be sure that your printer is plugged in and the power is on
before performing the self test.
2.
Be sure that your printer is off line. (OFF L I NE appears on your display.) If not, press the ON LINE button to set the printer off line.
3.
Press the MANUAL and SPECIAL buttons on your control panel at the same time.
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4. When you release the buttons, SELF TEST appears on the
display and the printer prints a self test.
Notes:
l It is important to press the buttons at the same time. l For more information on using the control panel, see
Chapter 3.
Part of the character pattern is shown below. Look at your printout to determine whether the print is too light or too dark. If you need
to change the print density, see the following section on adjusting print density.

Adjusting print density

If the self test you printed is too light or too dark, adjust the print density as follows:
1.
Open the printer cover by lifting up on the latch.
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Locate the density control knob, which is in the front right comer inside the printer.
3.
To make the print darker, turn the knob clockwise as shown below.
Note: Increasing the print density increases toner consumption. If you increase the print density, you need to replace the toner cartridge more frequently.
4.
To make the print lighter, turn the knob counterclockwise.
Note: If you wish to return the print density to the factory default setting, point the arrow on the knob toward the gray dot on the printer case.
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5.
Close the printer cover.
6.
Print the self test again to check the new print density setting.
(To print the self test, make sure the printer is off line, then press
the MANUAL and SPECIAL buttons at the same time.)

Performing the font and status print tests

There are two other tests you can perform, in addition to the self
test. The font print test gives you information on available fonts and the status test lists printer settings. Like the self test, the successful completion of either of these tests indicates that you have correctly set up your printer and that you are ready to connect the printer to your computer.
The font print test
The font print test gives you details on available HP fonts, including
font source and font ID number, pitch, point size, available symbol
sets, and a print sample.
The symbol set ID numbers listed on the font print test (in the
symbol set column) provide the unique portion of the escape
sequence needed to select that particular symbol set. For more
information on symbol sets, see Appendix A, and for more
information on escape sequences, see the Printer Commands section
in Chapter 5.
Follow the steps below to perform the font print test:
1.
Be sure that your printer is plugged in and the power is on.
2.
Be sure that your printer is off line. (OFF LINE appears on
your display.) If not, press the ON LINE button to set the printer off line.
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3.
To perform the font print test, press the RESET/CONTINUE and the SPEClAL buttons at the same time.
4.
When you release the buttons, F0NT PRINT appears on the display and the printer outputs a font print test.
A portion of the font print test printout is shown below.
Internal IOO COURIER
I01 COURIER
I02 COURIER
I03 COURIER
I04 COURIER BOLD
I05 COURIER BOLD
I06 COURIER BOLD
I07 COURIER BOLD
LINE PRINTER
I08
10 12
10 12
10
12
10 12
10 12
10 12
10 12
10 12 ON
16.6 8.5 8U
8U
10u
11u
ON
8U
10u
11u
Status print test
The status print test gives you information on current printer settings, such as paper size, number of copies selected, and font source and number.
Follow the steps below to perform the status print test:
1.
Be sure that your printer is plugged in and the power is on.
2.
Be sure that your printer is off line. (OFF LINE appears on your display.) If not, press the ON LINE button to set the printer off line.
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3.
Press the and buttons at the same time.
4. When you release the buttons, STATUS PRINT appears on the display and the printer outputs the status print test.
A portion of the printout is shown below.
Function & Menu Status
Paper Size Copies Auto Continue Status print Power-ON Data Buffer Over Run Buffer Buzzer
Letter 1 ON OFF ON-LINE 2K Bytes 10 % ON
Interface
Parallel
Page Length Top Margin Text Length Current LPI
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Current Page Format
Letter
Vertical Horizontal
66 Lines Left Margin 0 columns
3 Lines Right Margin
60 Lines Current CPI
6 LPI Printable Chara
8.5 x 11 inch
80 Columns 10 CPI 80 Characters
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Connecting to Your Computer

For the EPL-6000 to be able to receive and interpret information
from your computer, both devices need to be set up so that they can communicate correctly. This requires having the correct interface cable and selecting the right communications settings. You can
select from the following built-in interfaces:
l Parallel l RS-232C serial l RS-422A serial.

Choosing an interface

When connecting the EPL-6000 to your computer, you first have to
determine whether a parallel or serial connection should be used.
Many computers only provide one type of connection for a printer.
If both serial and parallel connections are available, it is normally
better to use the parallel interface for the printer, leaving the serial
port of your computer free for devices such as modems. If you are in
any doubt about which type of connection to make, consult your
Epson dealer.
Your printer is set up at the factory for parallel communication. If
your computer also uses parallel communication, you should be
able to connect up immediately, provided you have a shielded
parallel interface cable.
However, if you find that you need a serial interface, you must
change the communications settings with SelecType as described in
Chapter 3. You also need to find out which type of serial interface is
required by your computer (RS-232C or RS-422A) and set the
printer’s DIP switches accordingly. (The DIP switches are factory set
for the RS-232C serial interface.)
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Connecting the parallel interface

If you are using the EPL-6000’s standard parallel interface, you must use a shielded parallel interface cable.
Follow these steps to connect the parallel interface:
1.
Turn off both your printer and computer.
2.
Plug the connector securely into the parallel interface of the printer as shown. (The parallel interface is the leftmost connector, if you are facing the back of your printer.)
3.
Lock the wire clips together into place on each side of the connector.
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4.
Plug the other end of the cable into your computer.
Now that you have connected the parallel interface, see Chapter 3 for information on operating your printer.

Connecting the serial interface

If you are using the printer’s serial interface, make sure that you have a properly shielded cable, and that it is the correct one for your computer.
Follow these steps to connect the serial interface:
1.
Turn off both the printer and the computer.
2.
Plug the cable connector securely into the serial interface as shown. (The serial interface is just to the left of the DIP switches if you are facing the back of your printer.)
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3.
Use a screwdriver to fasten the screws of the connector, if required.
4.
Plug the other end of the cable into your computer. (Fasten the screws of the connector to the interface, if required.)
This completes the connection of the serial interface cable. Now you need to set the DIP switches for the type of serial interface you are using.
Computer

Setting the DIP switches for the serial interface

The DIP switches are factory set for the RS-232C interface. If you are using the RS-422A interface, you need to change the DIP switches according to the table below.
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The DIP switches are located at the back of your printer and are numbered 1 through 8.
The DIP switch settings are listed below. Use the tip of a ballpoint pen or another small pointed object to turn the switches ON or OFF.
Pressing a switch down sets it ON and up sets it OFF.
CAUTION:
Turn your printer off before setting the
switches. Then turn it back on to implement your changes.
1 RS-232C RS-422A
* If DIP switch 5 is turned ON when the RS-232C serial interface is in use, pin 25
on the connector is set to +5V; if the DIP switch is turned OFF, the pin on the connector is not used.
OFF OFF OFF OFF l OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF ON ON
3
2
5
4
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7 6
6 OFF OFF ON
OFF
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Now that you have connected the serial interface cable and checked the DIP switches, you need to set the printer for serial communication in SelecType. You may also need to change several interface settings, such as baud rate and parity, before your printer and computer can communicate properly. See the SelecType section in Chapter 3 for details on serial interface settings and for other information on operating your printer.
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Using the Printer
The Control Panel
Control panel display Indicator lights. Buttons
SelecType Overview
SelecType main menu. Interface submenu. HP emulation submenu
The SelecType Control Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using SelecType.
Enter SelecType Display main menu functions
Enter menu options.
Set an option. Display submenu functions and select options Exit SelecType and reset the printer. Initializing SelecType to factory default settings SelecType practice example.
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The Control Panel

The EPL-6000 control panel gives you control over many printer functions, including interface settings, font selection, and paper size. The control panel is made up of three elements: an LCD (liquid crystal display), Lights, and buttons. The buttons let you select
options for SelecType printer functions, while the indicator lights and the display let you monitor the current status of the printer.

Control panel display

The display on the left side of the control panel lets you monitor the printer’s status and view SelecType functions and their available options. The display gives you three types of information, as
described below:
l Status messages, which appear in the display as part of the
normal operation of your printer, indicate the printer’s current status.
DATA IN BUFFER
FONT PRINT
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This message appears after the printer receives data without a form feed command. The printer is waiting to receive more data or a form feed command or for you to press the RESET/CONTINUE button to print the page.
This message appears when you run the font print test, which prints all available fonts in HP emulation.
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INITIALIZE
ON LINE [LTR]
OFF LINE [LTR]
PLEASE WAIT
PROCESSING
PUSH MANUAL KEY
This message appears when you reset printer functions to the original factory default settings. This procedure is described in the section on initializing SelecType in this chapter.
This message appears when the printer is on line, ready to receive data. The current paper size is shown on the right (for example, LTR for letter size paper).
This message appears when the printer is off line, unable to receive data. The current paper size is shown on the right.
This message appears for approximately
60 seconds while the printer warms up and
completes self-diagnostic checks. This message appears while the printer is
receiving data and printing. It changes to
ON
L I NE before the paper is ejected.
This message appears during manual printing. See Chapter 4 for instructions on manual feed printing.
RESET
SELF TEST
STATUS PRINT
This message appears when you reset printer functions to their SelecType settings.
This message appears during the self test,
which prints a character pattern that lets you check the print density and see whether your printer is operating correctly.
This message appears during the status print test, which gives you information on current printer settings.
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l
Maintenance and error messages inform you of required maintenance or of an existing error condition. For a detailed list of maintenance and error messages, see Chapter 7.
l
SelecType options let you control many printer functions, such as font selection and paper handling. For information on SelecType instructions and messages, see the SelecType section later in this chapter.

Indicator lights

POWER ERROR
MANUAL

Buttons

SelecType
UP DOWN
On when the printer power supply is on. On to indicate an error condition. Details
of the error condition appear in the display.
Indicates that the printer is in the manual paper feed mode.
When the printer is off line, use this button to enter or exit SelecType.
In SelecType mode, these two buttons
allow you to move through SelecType
menus and submenus.
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SET
RESET/CONTINUE
Press this button to switch from a SelecType function to a list of options for that function and to set SelecType options.
This button has several functions. Printing data in buffer-When the printer
is on line, if print data is in the buffer and no new data is received within five seconds, the message DATA appears. Pressing the
RESET/CONTINUE
I N
BUFFER
button at that time clears the buffer by printing a page.
Resetting the printer - When the printer is off line, holding this button down for three
seconds clears the buffer, resets printer
functions to their current SelecType settings, and clears temporary soft fonts and temporary macros. The message
RESET appears briefly in the display.
Clearing certain error messages - When
certain error messages appear in the
display, this button can be pressed to clear
them and set the printer on line. Pressing
this button also overrides paper size
messages. See the “Error Messages” section
in Chapter 7 for more information.
MANUAL
The
RESET/CONTINUE
button also has
several functions related to SelecType. See
the section on the SelecType control panel
for details.
When the printer is off line, use this button
to alternate between manual and automatic
paper feed modes.
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SPECIAL
ON LINE
Press this button to set a higher fuser
temperature. Use this setting for envelopes and heavy (27 through 34-pound) paper. When this option is on, a pound sign (#) appears at the right of the display. The
default setting is off.
Press this button to set the printer on line
or off line. This button is disabled in the SelecType mode.
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SelecType Overview

The SelecType feature lets you control many of your printer’s functions, from the simplest to the most complex.
With SelecType’s menu-based system, you can easily change the printer’s configuration without DIP switches. (It is necessary to use
DIP switches only if you need to select the RS-422A serial interface. See Chapter 2 for details.) Also, SelecType lets you select many font and print functions without software commands.
You can enter the main menu to perform routine printing functions. In addition, you can enter submenus to control serial interface settings and emulation options for HP and FX emulation.
Notes:
l
Your application program may send printer commands that
temporarily override the HP emulation submenu settings. If you are not getting the results you expect, check your application software settings.
l Epson FX emulation is available through an optional Epson
FX Identity Cartridge. SelecType options for FX emulation are discussed in the manual that comes with the FX cartridge.
A brief description of each menu function is given below. See the SelecType Options section in this chapter for a detailed description of each function and its available options. The sections on the control panel and using SelecType explain SelecType operation.
Note: See the Quick Reference Card at the back of this manual for a map of SelecType menus.
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SelecType Overview
Main Menu
PAPER SIZE COPIES AUTO CONT EMULATION
I/F STATUS PRT POWER ON
DATA BUFFER OVER LORD BUZZER
Interface Submenu
BAUD RATE PROT DATA BIT
PARITY STOP BIT ROBUST-XON

SelecType main menu

PAPER SIZE
COPIES
AUTO CONT
(Automatic Continue)
EMULATION
HP Emulation Submenu
(resident)
FONT SOURCE FONT NUMBER FORM
SYMBOL
Specifies the size of the paper. Selects the number of copies to print. Lets the printer continue printing instead
of stopping under certain error conditions.
Allows you to select the emulation mode and enter the emulation submenus.
I/F
(Interface)
STATUS PRT
POWER ON
DATA BUFFER
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Allows you to set up the printer’s interface to conform to the requirements of your computer.
Allows you to run the status print test each time the printer is powered on.
Selects either on line or off line mode when the printer is powered on.
Sets the size of the data buffer in kilobytes.
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OVER LORD BUZZER
Selects the data buffer overflow value. Turns the buzzer on or off.

Interface submenu

BAUD RATE
PROT
(Protocol)
DATA BIT PARITY STOP BIT ROBUST-XDN
Sets the data transfer rate. Selects the protocol.
Selects the number of data bits.
Selects the parity. Selects the number of stop bits. Turns Robust-Xon on and off.

HP emulation submenu

FONT SOURCE FONT NUMBER
FORM
(Form Length)
Sets the default font source location. Allows you to specify font number based
on the font source selected. Sets the number of lines that can be printed
on the paper.
SYMBOL
Selects a symbol set.
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The SelecType Control Panel

This section examines the SelecType portion of the control panel and describes the steps necessary to select SelecType functions and change options for each function.
The SelecType portion of the control panel consists of the display, the SelecType button , the and and buttons, and the addition, the RESET/CONTINUE button has several functions in SelecType.
The display shows SelecType functions on the left side. On the right side, the display shows the options for each function.
SET
button. In
SelecType
The main menu works in a loop, so that pressing the button at the
last function takes you around to the first function; pressing the A
button at the first function takes you to the last function.
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Use the SelecType. (After exiting SelecType, you must use the RESET/CONTINUE button as
described below to implement your
changes.)
The A button moves you up a menu or increases numeric values.
The button moves you down a menu or decreases numeric values.
SelecType
button to enter and exit
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Use of these buttons is described in more detail in the following sections.
Panel
RESET/CONTINUE
This button has several uses related to
SelecType. (For information on other uses of this button, see the section on buttons earlier in this chapter.)
Implementing SelecType changes - After
you exit SelecType (with the printer off line), hold down this button for three seconds (until the message RESET appears) to implement your SelecType settings.
Initializing SelecType settings to factory defaults - In SelecType mode, hold down
the
RESET/CONTINUE
button for three
seconds (until the message INITIALIZE appears). Then hold down the button for three more seconds (until the message RESET appears) to return all SelecType functions to the factory settings. See the section on initializing SelecType for full details.
SET
CAUTION:
This initializing procedure returns all SelecType options to their factory settings, cancelling all changes you have made. It should be used with care.
Use the SET button to select and set SelecType options.
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Using SelecType

This section describes how to change SelecType functions. For descriptions of each available option, see the SelecType Options section later in this chapter. You need to follow several basic steps
each time you use SelecType:
l Enter SelecType
l
Display main menu functions
l Enter menu options
l Set an option
l
Display submenu functions and select submenu options
(if desired)
l
Exit SelecType and reset the printer.
Details of each step are provided below.

Enter SelecType

To enter SelecType, set the printer off line by pressing the ON LINE button. Then press the SelecType button. You are now in the main
menu, which contains these menu functions:
PAPER SIZE
COPIES AUTO CONT EMULATION
I/F STATUS PRT POWER ON
DATA BUFFER OVER LOAD BUZZER
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The left side of the display shows menu functions. The right side shows options for each function. An asterisk (*) to the right of an option indicates that it is the current setting.

Display main menu functions

As soon as you enter the main menu, you see the first function and the current option for that function. The function is blinking. (Blinking functions or options appear shaded in this chapter.)
You can use the to move down the list of functions; you can use the to move back up the list.

Enter menu options

Move to the function you wish to change. Press the SET button to
activate the list of options. The menu function stops blinking, and
the menu option starts blinking, indicating that you can now choose an option.
Use the and buttons to move forward and backward through the various options.
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Set an option

When you reach the option you wish to use, press the SET button.
An asterisk (*) appears next to the option, indicating that it has been
set. The option stops blinking and the function starts blinking. To
implement your SelecType changes, see the section on exiting SelecType later in this chapter.
If you want to return to the list of menu functions without setting a new option, make sure the current option (the one with the asterisk next to it) appears in the display. (If necessary, use the arrows to move to the current option.) Press the SET button. The option stops blinking and the menu function begins blinking. You can now move to a new function.

Display submenu functions and select options

When you want to enter the emulation or interface submenus from
the SelecType main menu, follow the steps described below.
Note: Options for each function are described in the SelecType Options section later in this chapter.
HP emulation submenu
To enter the emulation submenu, follow the steps described below:
1.
Press the or button until you see the EMULATION function in the display.
2.
Press the SET button to switch to the current option. If the
HPLJ2* option does not appear in your display, use the or
button to select it.
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Press the SET button again to set the emulation.
3.
4.
Press the SET button a third time to enter the emulation submenu, where you can change options for the following functions:
FONT SOURCE FONT NUMBER FORM SYMBOL
5.
Use the or button to move to a function you want to
change.
Note: This submenu does not work in a loop. Pressing the button when FONT
SOURCE is displayed or the button
when SYMBOL is displayed causes you to exit the emulation submenu and return to the main menu.
6.
Press the SET button to activate the option. The function stops blinking, and the option starts blinking.
7.
Use the or button to move to the option you want to set.
8.
Press the SET button. An asterisk (*) appears next to the option, indicating that the new option has been set. The option stops
blinking; the function starts blinking.
9.
To exit the emulation submenu and return to the main menu, use the or button to take you back to the main menu. The message EMULATION = HPLJ2* appears in the display.
If you wish to exit SelecType at this point, see the section on exiting SelecType later in this chapter.
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Interface submenu
To enter the interface submenu from the main menu, follow the steps below:
1.
Press the or button until you see the I/F function in the display.
2.
Press the SET button to activate the menu option. (The option starts blinking, indicating that it has been activated.)
3.
If the I/F function is set to the PARALLEL option, press the button to select the SERIAL option.
4.
Press the SET button to set the SERIAL option. An asterisk (*) appears next to SERIAL.
5.
Press the SET button a third time to enter the interface submenu, where you can change options for the menu functions listed below. (The SelecType Options section in this chapter describes options for these functions in detail.)
BAUD RATE PROT DATA BIT PARITY STOP BIT ROBUST-XON
6.
Use the or button to move to a function you want to
change.
Note: This submenu does not work in a loop. Pressing the
button when BAUD
RATE is displayed or pressing the
button when ROBUST-XON is displayed causes you to exit the submenu and return to the main menu.
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7.
Press the SET button to activate the option. The function stops blinking, and the option starts blinking.
8.
Use the or button to move to the option you want to set.
9.
Press the SET button. An asterisk (*) appears next to the option, indicating that the new option has been set. The option stops blinking and the function starts blinking.
10. To exit the emulation submenu and return to the main menu,
use the or button to take you back to the main menu. The message I/F
If you wish to exit SelecType at this point, see the section below on
exiting SelecType.
= SERIAL* appears in the display.

Exit SelecType and reset the printer

To exit SelecType (from any main menu or submenu function) and
implement your changes, follow these steps:
1.
When you have set all the options you want, press the SelecType
button. The printer is set off line.
2.
Hold down the RESET/CONTINUE button for three seconds (until the message RESET appears) to implement your changes. The options are implemented in the printer’s memory until you change them or initialize them to the factory settings.
Note:
LOAD, and interface submenu settings you must also turn the printer off. Remember to leave the printer off for at least five seconds before turning it back on.
To implement changes
to
the
DATA
BUFFER, OVER
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Initializing SelecType to factory default settings

To initialize SelecType options, returning them to the factory settings, follow the steps below. (Factory settings are marked with an asterisk (*) in the SelecType Options section.)
1.
Press the ON LINE button to set the printer off line.
2.
Press the SelecType button to enter SelecType. This message appears:
PAPER SIZE = LTR*
3.
Hold down the RESET/CONTINUE button for three seconds until the message INITIALIZE appears in the display.
4.
Your printer is set off line. This message appears in the display:
OFF LINE LTR
5.
Hold down the RESET/CONTINUE button for three more seconds until the message RESET appears in the display.
6.
Your printer is set on line. This message appears in the display:
ON LINE LTR
7.
If initializing SelecType changes your DATA LOAD, or interface submenu settings, you should also turn off the power to save these settings. (Remember to wait for at least five seconds before turning
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BUFFER, OVER
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SelecType practice example

To better understand how to use SelecType, you may want to try this example.
Turning off the buzzer
This example shows how to turn off the buzzer.
1.
Press the SelecType button to enter SelecType. This message appears:
2.
Press the button nine times or simply press the button once, until the BUZZER=ON* appears in the display. The word
BUZZER
3.
Press the SET button to move to the list of buzzer options. The
word ON starts blinking.
is blinking.
4.
Press the button to move to the OFF option.
5.
Press the SET button to set the option. The asterisk (*) now appears next to the word OFF. The word BUZZER starts blinking again.
Now exit SelecType by pressing the SelecType button. Then hold down the RESET/CONTINUE button for three seconds until RESET appears in the display.
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SelecType Options

This section describes in detail each SelecType menu option.

Main menu options

When you enter the SelecType main menu by setting the printer off
line and pressing the SelecType button, you can change any of the menu functions listed below:
PAPER SIZE COPIES AUTO CONT EMULATION
I/F STATUS PRT POWER ON DATA BUFFER OVER LOAD BUZZER
Options for each menu function are described below. An asterisk (*) is shown to the right of the factory default setting.
PAPER SIZE = LTR*
The four paper size options are listed below:
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Letter size paper (8.5 x 11 inches) Legal size paper (8.5 x 14 inches) European style (210 x 297 mm) Executive (7.25 x 10.5 inches)
LTR* LGL A4 EXEC
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COPIES = 01* 01 through 99
You can change the setting to print between one and 99 copies of each page.
AUTO CONT = ON*
ON* OFF
When this option (automatic continue) is on, your laser printer
automatically continues printing after a 10 second pause when one of the following errors occurs: paper size, error 20 (memory overflow), error 21 (page too complex), error 22 (communication error), and error 40 (parity/baud rate error). When this option is off, you must press the RESET/CONTINUE button to continue printing. See Chapter 7 for details on error messages.
EMULATION = HPLJ2* HPLJ2*
This option allows you to enter the HP emulation submenu
(described in the following section). When an optional Epson FX
Identity Cartridge is installed, the printer also shows FX as an
option. (The SelecType options for the FX cartridge are described in the option manual.)
I/F = PARALLEL* PARALLEL*
SERIAL
This option selects the printer interface. When the serial interface is set, this option is used to enter the interface submenu (described later).
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STATUS PRT = OFF*
ON OFF*
When this option is on, a status print test is run each time the printer is powered on. See Chapter 2 for information on this print test.
POWER ON = ON LINE*
ON LINE* OFF LINE
When this option is set to on line, the printer is set on line after you
power on. In the off line setting, the printer is set off line after you
power on.
DATA BUFFER = 02*
01 through 99
This option sets the size of the data buffer in kilobytes.
OVER LOAD = 10* 01 through 40
This option selects the printer’s data buffer overflow value. The options are percentages.
BUZZER = ON*
ON* OFF
When this option is on, a buzzer sounds when a printer error occurs. When the option is turned off, the buzzer does not sound.
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HP emulation submenu options

When you enter the HP emulation submenu, you can access any of the menu functions listed below. Accessing this submenu is described in the section on displaying submenu functions.
FONT SOURCE
FONT NUMBER FORM SYMBOL
Options for each function are described below. An asterisk (*) is
shown to the right of the factory default option.
FONT SOURCE = I* I*
1
2 S
This option selects the printer’s font source. The four options are listed below:
I
1
2 S
Internal font Cartridge slot 1 Cartridge slot 2 Downloadable soft font
Note: Only available options appear on your display.
FONT NUMBER = 00*
This option selects the printer’s font number, based on the font source option selected above. For a list of available fonts and font ID numbers, print the font print test as described on page 2-8.
00 through 99
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FORM = 060*
005-128
This option sets the form length (the number of lines printed on
each page).
SYMBOL = ROMAN8*
ROMAN8* ECMA-94 (Latin 1)
I EM-US
IBM-ON (Danish/Norwegian) ISO2 (International Reference
Version)
ISO4 (United Kingdom)
ISO6 (ASCII)
ISO10 (Swedish) ISO11 (Swedish)
ISO14 (JIS ASCII)
ISO15 (Italian>
ISO16 (Portuguese)
ISO17 (Spanish)
ISO21 (German)
ISO25 (French)
ISO57 (Chinese)
ISO60 (Norwegian 1)
ISO61 (Norwegian 2)
ISO69 (French)
ISO84 (Portuguese)
ISO85 (Spanish: IBM)
GERMAN
SPANISH
This option sets the symbol set. A symbol set is a unique group of available characters. Each symbol set is designed to meet the needs
of a specific application, See Appendix A for details.
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Interface submenu options

The interface submenu is used to set options for the serial interface.
If you are using a serial interface, the options listed below should be set so that they match the requirements of your computer.
BAUD RATE PROT DATA BIT PARITY
STOP BIT
ROBUST-XON
Options for each menu function are described below. An asterisk (*)
is shown to the right of the factory default setting.
BAUD RATE = 9600*
19200
9600* 4800 2400
1200
600 300
This option sets the rate data is transferred from the computer to the
printer. The computer and printer must be set to the same baud rate.
PROT = RDY/BSY(H)*
RDY/BSY(H)* RDY/BSY(L) XON/XOFF
This option sets printer’s communication protocol. A communication protocol keeps the computer from sending more
information than the printer can handle. Most computers require
RDY/BSY set to high. The RDY/BSY option is also referred to as
DTR POLARITY.
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DATA BIT = 8* 8*
7
This option sets the number of data bits in each character of information sent to the printer.
PARITY = NONE*
NONE* ODD EVEN
IGNORE
This option sets the parity bit, which provides a basic form of error
detection.
STOP BIT = 1*
1*
2
This option sets the number of stop bits on each character of information sent to the printer. Stop bits signal the end of a character.
ROBUST-XON = ON*
ON* OFF
When this option is set to ON, additional Xon's are transmitted at one-second intervals until data is received. Only one Xon is transmitted when this option is set to OFF. This option should normally be set to ON, since most computers run using the ON
setting.
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Chapter 4
Paper Handling
Selecting Paper. .
Selecting a Paper Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Printing Methods Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Paper Delivery Choices Paper Feed Methods
Automatic printing Feeding paper manually.
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Selecting Paper

With the EPL-6000, you can print on many sizes and types of paper. You can also use other media, such as envelopes, labels, and
overhead projector transparencies. The printer feeds most types of paper automatically from the paper cassette, while special print media and special paper require manual feeding for greater control.
The type of paper you use in the printer directly affects the quality of the material you print.
A printed image is made up of many tiny dots of toner. If the paper is rough, the edges of the letters become ragged because some of the dots fall into indentations on the paper. The smoother the paper used, the better your printing will look
You should use especially smooth paper for printing originals that
will be used to make reproductions. Because reproduction introduces its own raggedness to the edges of the letters, you want to start with the best originals possible.
Below are some recommendations for selecting paper and other print media for your printer.
Note: Since the quality of a particular paper may be changed by the manufacturer at any time, Epson cannot guarantee any particular brand or type of paper. Be sure to test samples of paper stock before purchasing large quantities or printing large jobs.
Standard office paper -
automatically feed most types of 16 to 27 lb. (60 g/m2 to 101 g/m2) paper. This typically includes such paper as copier paper, memo sheets, cotton bond, and letterhead. If you feed paper manually through the manual feed slot, you can use 14 to 34 lb. (52 g/m2 to
128 g/m2) paper.
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For best results, use paper made especially for laser printers. Paper made for plain-paper copiers is also a good choice.
If you want to use less expensive paper, test it thoroughly before regular use. Paper should be of good quality, relatively smooth, and readily available. Also, keep in mind that if the paper is textured or
too rough, your printed output may not be as clear. Special paper - You can use colored or three-hole punched paper
as long as it meets the weight limits given above for standard office paper. However, do not use coated paper.
Labels
- Use only labels designed for laser printers or plain-paper copiers in your printer. When printing labels, you should use the faceup output tray; this keeps the labels from curling or coming off
their backing sheet. (Face-up printing is described in the section on paper delivery choices.)
To prevent the adhesive from coming into contact with printer
parts, use only labels that completely cover the backing sheet so that there are no gaps.
You should also test the label sheet for leaking adhesive by pressing an ordinary sheet of paper on top of a sheet of labels. If the paper sticks at all, the labels should not be used.
Other materials
- You can use overhead projector transparencies and adhesive drafting film if they are made for use with plain-paper copiers or laser printers. These materials should be ejected face-up into the face-up paper tray.
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Selecting a Paper Size

The default paper size setting in SelecType is LTR for letter-size paper. If you are using a different size paper, change the PAPER SIZE setting in SelecType. You may also need to adjust the paper
guides on the paper cassette to match the size of the paper you want to use.
The table below lists all of the paper sizes on the SelecType menu.
LETTER
LEGAL
A4
EXECUTIVE
8.5 x 11 inches
8.5 x 14 inches 210 x 297 mm
7.25 x 10.5 inches
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Printing Methods Summary

You have several choices to make when printing. These choices
depend mainly on the type of paper or other print media you use. Paper delivery method - You can choose between face-up output
and face-down output.
Paper feed method -
You can select either automatic or manual
paper feed.
SPECIAL
button
- You should press this button before printing
envelopes or heavy paper. The following table shows recommended settings for different print
media. (If you wish to try other settings, be sure to test print a few sheets before regular use.) Paper feed and paper delivery methods are described in the following sections.
Paper
Delivery
Face-up or Face-down
Face-up or Face-down
Face-up
Thin Paper (14 - 16 lb.) (52 - 60 g/m2)
Regular Paper (16 - 27 lb.) (60 - 101 g/m2)
Heavy Paper (27 - 34 lb.) (101 - 128 g/m2)
Paper
Feed
Manual
Auto
Manual
SPECIAL
Button
No
No
Yes
Envelopes Transparencies
Labels
Manual Manual Manual
Yes Optional Optional
Face-up Face-up Face-up
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Paper Delivery Choices

Your laser printer can deliver paper facedown on top of the printer or faceup into the faceup output tray. The advantage of printing face-down is that when the printed stack is turned over, the pages are collated from first page to last. On the other hand, the faceup
output tray gives you immediate viewing of your printed output. The faceup method of delivery is necessary for printing on media that require a straight-through paper path, such as envelopes, labels, heavy paper, and overhead transparencies.
To select faceup printing, simply move the paper path selector (located on the left side of the printer) to the down position. Also be sure that the face-up output tray is installed. (See Chapter 1 for details.) To select facedown printing, move the paper path selector to the up position.
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Paper Feed Methods

The paper cassette holds up to 150 sheets of 20 lb. paper for automatic printing. Additionally, the manual feed tray, on top of the paper cassette, allows you to hand-feed single sheets of paper.
Automatic
To print automatically, follow the steps listed below.
1.
Remove the paper cassette.
2.
Open the manual feed tray on the paper cassette. Slide the paper guides all the way apart, as shown below.
printing
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Take a stack of paper and fan it as shown. Next, tap the edges of
3. the paper on a flat surface to even up the stack.
4.
Insert the stack of paper into the paper cassette, making sure that the top of the stack does not cover the red line on the inside of the paper cassette. Push the paper in gently as far as it can go.
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Note: Additional instructions for printing on special paper types are given below.
To print on letterhead or three-hole punched paper, load it
l
faceup, with the top of the paper pointing into the printer.
To print on the back of a printed page, load the paper with the
l
printed side facedown, top of the page in first. To reduce paper jams, manual feed is recommended for two-sided printing. (When you print on both sides of a page, the print
quality on the second side may not be as good as on the first.) To print on legal-size paper, pull out the paper support
l
beneath the paper cassette as shown below.
Slide the paper guides together (if necessary) until they are both
5. resting lightly against the paper.
Close the manual feed tray.
6.
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7.
Locate the paper cassette opening on the right side of the printer. Align the hooks on each side of the cassette with the slots on
each side of the opening.
8.
Reinsert the paper cassette into the printer with the arrow on the side of the cassette pointing into the printer. Push the cassette in until it can go no further and lower the right side of the cassette (the side you load paper into) until the cassette drops into place.
CAUTION: It is particularly important to lower the
cassette into place. If the cassette is not installed properly, the message PAPER EMPTY appears in the display.
9.
For envelopes and paper weights of 27 to 34 lb. (101 to
128 g/m
2
), press the SPECIAL button. A pound sign (#) appears
at the right of the display.
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10. If you want faceup delivery, set the paper path selector to the down position.
11. If the paper you have just loaded is a different size than the
paper you last used, set the SelecType option for the new paper size, as described in Chapter 3.
12. Press the ON LINE button to set the printer on line.
Now your EPL-6000 is ready to print.

Feeding paper manually

If you want to print on mailing labels, heavy paper (over 27 lb. or 101 g/m2), light-weight paper (14 through 16 lb. or 52 through 60 g/m2), envelopes, or transparencies, or if you are printing a small job on a different type of paper than is already in the cassette, you can hand-feed the paper using the manual feed tray.
You can manually feed paper ranging in size from 3.2 x 5.0 inches
(82 x 127
mm) to 8.5 x 14.0 inches (216 x 356 mm).
Note: For best results, it may be necessary to change the amount of paper in the paper cassette; it is recommended that you leave the cassette half-filled (half-way to the red line) during manual printing.
It is easy to hand-feed paper with the EPL-6000; just follow the steps listed below.
1.
If the paper size you are printing on is different than the paper size you just used, use SelecType to select the new paper size as described in Chapter 3. (If you are using a non-standard paper size that is not listed in SelecType, skip this step.)
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2.
If the printer is on line, press the ON LINE button to set the printer
off line. Set the printer for manual printing by pressing the MANUAL button on the control panel. The manual light comes on.
3.
Open the manual feed guides wide enough to fit the paper being printed.
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4.
Insert a sheet of paper into the manual feed slot, gently pushing it in as far as it can go.
Note: Insert the paper with the side you want to print on face-up. For example, to print on the back of a printed page, load the paper with the blank side face-up.
5.
Slide the manual feed guides together until they are both resting lightly against the paper.
6.
For envelopes and paper weights of 27 to 34 lb. (101 to
128 g/m2), press the SPECIAL button. A pound sign (#) appears
at the right of the display when you press this button.
7.
For transparencies, mailing labels, envelopes, and thick paper, set the paper path selector to the down position for face-up delivery.
8.
Press the ON LINE button to set the printer on line.
9.
Use your application software to print your document. The
message PUSH MANUAL KEY appears in the display.
10. Push the MANUAL button again to print the first page.
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11. Insert the next sheet of paper and press the MANUAL button again. Proceed in this manner until you have finished the print job.
12. When you have completed manual printing, set the printer off
line by pressing the ON LINE button. Next, press the MANUAL
button. (The manual light goes out.) Then press the ON LINE
button to set the printer back on line.
You may now resume normal printing.
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Chapter 5
Printer Modes
HP Emulation.
Unique features Printer driver information Fonts and font cartridges Memory management.
Reset Paper handling. Character clipping.
Printer Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Command List
Job control commands Cursor positioning
Font selection Font management Soft font creation Graphics Macros Programming aids
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HP Emulation

Your EPL-6000 printer offers HP emulation that enables you to use application programs written for HP LaserJet series II printers.
Note: Epson FX emulation is available with an optional emulation cartridge. The Epson FX Identity Cartridge lets you use software written specifically for Epson FX printers.
HP emulation lets you use commercial software designed for the HP LaserJet series II printer. Simply follow the software’s instructions for printing with an HP LaserJet series II printer.
This chapter gives you information about using HP emulation, It describes the unique features of your printer’s HP emulation, as well as the differences between the EPL-6000’s HP emulation and printing with the HP LaserJet itself. A list of printer commands is also provided.

Unique features

Certain EPL-6000 printer functions give you greater versatility than
you get with an HP LaserJet series II printer. These include the following:
l The ability to print on different sizes of paper without changing
the paper cassette.
l An adjustable temperature feature that makes it possible to
lower the fuser temperature when printing on lightweight paper
or heat-sensitive media.
l An easy-to-use control panel.
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Printer driver information

Many application programs let you specify the type of printer you’re using by selecting a printer driver. Drivers are programs that your software uses to send commands to the printer. Application
programs often provide an installation or setup procedure that presents a list of printer drivers to choose from.
To take advantage of HP emulation, simply choose a printer driver from the list below. They are listed in order of priority.
HP LaserJet series II HP LaserJet Plus HP LaserJet
TM
TM
The application program’s menu may list a number of more specific choices corresponding to various HP LaserJet font cartridges. (The
choices are labeled with capital letters, such as A, B, or C.)

Fonts and font cartridges

There are six resident fonts in your printer. These correspond to the resident fonts for the HP LaserJet series II printer. They are:
Courier Courier Courier bold Courier bold Line printer Line printer
12 point 12 point 12 point 12 point
8.5 point
8.5 point
In addition, the cartridge slots on your printer let you access a wide variety of other fonts available on font cartridges.
portrait landscape portrait landscape portrait landscape
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Installing a font cartridge
To install a font cartridge, follow these steps:
1.
Press the
ON
LINE button to set the printer off line.
CAUTION: Never insert or remove the cartridge while the
printer is on line.
2.
Insert the font cartridge (with the label facing up and the
connectors pointing into the printer) into either cartridge slot on the lower right side of the printer. Press firmly until it clicks into place.
3.
Press the ON LINE button to set the printer on line.
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Removing a font cartridge
To remove a font cartridge, follow these steps:
1.
Press the ON LINE button to set the printer off line.
CAUTION: Never insert or remove the cartridge while the printer is on line.
2.
Hold the edges of the cartridge and slowly pull it from the slot.
3.
Press the ON LINE button to set the printer on line.

Memory management

Your printer has a standard memory of 512KB expandable to 2.5MB
with the purchase of the optional 2MB memory board. An additional 2MB can be added to the optional memory board for a total memory of 4.5MB.
If you wish to print full-page, 300 dot-per-inch graphics or perform
other sophisticated print jobs, it is recommended that you install the optional 2MB memory board.

Reset

The printer can be reset in the following three ways:
1.
By turning the power off and then back on
2.
By holding down the RESET/CONTINUE button for three seconds
(with the printer off line)
3.
By sending the ESC E command.
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The result varies depending upon which method you use, as shown
in the table below.
Power Off/On
Data in Buffer
Permanent Downloaded Fonts/Permanent Macros
Temporary
Downloaded Fonts/Temporary Macros
SelecType Settings*
* After any reset, the printer is set to the SelecType settings, overriding any
software commands that have been set.
clears
clears
clears
does not
change
RESET/CONTINUE
Button clears
does not clear
clears
does not change
ESC E Command
prints data in buffer and clears
does not clear
clears
1 does not
change
Note: A font or macro can be designated “permanent” or
“temporary” through the use of printer commands.

Paper handling

With the EPL-6000, the paper size is not determined by the paper
tray as it is with an HP LaserJet printer. Use the PAPER SIZE option in SelecType to set any of the four paper sizes supported by the printer. See Chapter 3 for SelecType information.
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If you set the paper size with a print command that differs from the size selected in SelecType, the message PS CHANGE appears. Press the RESET/CONTINUE button to clear the error; the printer is set off line.
After clearing the error, you have two options:
1.
Change the paper in the cassette; then enter SelecType and change the paper size to match. Press the ON LINE button after
exiting SelecType to continue printing.
2.
Alternatively, press the ON LINE button to continue printing on the current paper. (The message PAPER SIZE ERROR appears in the display.)
For certain nonstandard sizes of paper, you may need to use the manual feed option described in Chapter 4.

Character clipping

If a character is partially outside the printable area, the HP LaserJet
does not print any portion of the character. The EPL-6000 prints that portion of the character within the printable area, making it easier to tell when you have exceeded your margins.
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