Epson EPL-N1210 Setup Manual

Printer Parts

output tray
extension

MP (Multi­Purpose) tray

front cover

control panel

printer cover

printer cover
latch

power switch

standard lower
paper cassette

AC inlet

Paralell interface
connector

Type-B interface
slot cover

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Laser Printer

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Setup Guide

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Contents

1 Read Before Using the Printer

Warnings, Cautions, and Notes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Laser Printer Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Safety Precautions When Using the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

2 Unpacking and Assembling the Printer

Unpacking the Printer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Removing the Protective Materials. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Finding a Place for the Printer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Installing the Imaging Cartridge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Optional 250-Sheet Lower Paper Cassette Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Preparing the Paper Cassette Unit for Installation . . . . . . . 16

Installing the 250-Sheet Lower Paper Cassette Unit . . . . . .17

Optional 500-Sheet Lower Paper Cassette Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Installing the 500-Sheet Lower Paper Cassette Unit . . . . . .20

Memory Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Installing a memory module. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Removing a memory module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Optional Interfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Installing an interface card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

3Loading Paper

Loading the MP (Multi-Purpose) Tray. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Loading the Standard Lower Paper Cassette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

4 Testing and Connecting the Printer

Plugging in the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Testing the Printer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

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Connecting the Printer to the Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

5 Installing and Using the Printer Driver

Installing the Printer Driver for All Windows Users . . . . . . . . . 42

Making Basic Driver Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

For Windows 2000/98/95 and Windows NT 4.0 users. . . 43
For Windows 3.1 and Windows 3.11 for Workgroups users44

For Windows NT 3.51 users. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

6 Using the Online Guide

About the Online Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Viewing the Online Guide from the CD-ROM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Installing and Viewing the Online Guide from your Hard Disk 48

7 Safety Information

Laser Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Ozone Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Index

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Read Before Using the Printer

Information provided in this chapter is essential for the safe and
efficient operation of your printer. Be sure to read this chapter
carefully before using the printer.

Warnings, Cautions, and Notes

Warnings

must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury.

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Cautions

must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment.

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Notes

contain important information and useful tips on the operation of

your printer.

Laser Printer Precautions

This printer uses laser technology. 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 to ensure safe, efficient operation.

Read Before Using the Printer

1

Be careful not to touch the fuser, which is marked

❏

Hot Surface Avoid Contact

. If the printer has been in use,

the fuser can be very hot.

CAUTION Hot Surface Avoid Contact

Avoid touching the components inside the printer unless

❏

instructed to do so in this guide.

CAUTION

Never force the printer’s components into place. Although the

❏

printer is designed to be sturdy, rough handling can damage
it.

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Protect the light-sensitive drum from exposure to light. Avoid

❏

exposing the imaging cartridge to room light any longer than
necessary. Do not open the drum’s protective cover.
Overexposing the drum may cause abnormally dark or light
areas to appear on the printed page and reduce the service life
of the drum.

Do not turn the cartridge upside down or stand it on its ends.

❏

When handling the cartridge, always set it on a clean, smooth

❏

surface.

Do not attempt to modify or take the cartridge apart. It cannot

❏

be refilled.

Do not touch the toner and avoid all contact with your eyes.

❏

Do not use a cartridge for at least one hour after moving it

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from a cool to a warm environment to avoid damage from
condensation.

Warning:

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Do not dispose of used imaging cartridges in fire, as they can
explode and cause injury. Dispose of them according to local
regulations.

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Hinweis:

Die Geräteanschlußleitung muß den einshlägigen Normen genügen.
Es muß eine dreiadrige Leitung verwendet werden.
Die Anshlußleitung darf nicht leichter als H05VV-F order H05VVH2­F sein.

Maschinenlärminformations-Verordnung-3. GSGV, 18. 01. 1991: Der
arbeitsplatzbezogene schalldruckpegel beträgt 70 dB (A) oder weniger
gemäß ISO 7779.

Safety Precautions When Using the Printer

Read all of these instructions before operating your printer:

Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the printer.

❏

Unplug this printer from the wall outlet before cleaning.

❏

Use a damp cloth for cleaning and do not use liquid or aerosol
cleaners.

Do not use this printer near water.

❏

Do not place the printer on an unstable cart, stand, or table.

❏

Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are

❏

provided for ventilation. Do not block or cover them. Do not
put the printer on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface or
in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is provided.

Use the type of power source indicated on the label. If you are

❏

not sure of the type of power available, consult your dealer or
local power company.

If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact a

❏

qualified electrician.

Do not put your printer where the cord will be walked on.

❏

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If you use an extension cord, make sure that the total of the

❏

ampere ratings on the products plugged into the extension
cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating.

Never push objects of any kind through cabinet slots as they

❏

may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that
could result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

Never spill liquid of any kind on the printer.

❏

Except as specifically explained in this guide, do not attempt

❏

to service this product yourself. Opening or removing those
covers that are marked
dangerous voltage points or other risks. Refer all servicing in
those compartments to service personnel.

Unplug this printer from the wall outlet and refer servicing

❏

to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

A. When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.

B. If liquid has been spilled into it.

C. If it has been exposed to rain or water.

Do Not Remove

may expose you to

D. If it does not operate normally when the operating

instructions are followed. Adjust only those controls that
are covered by the operating instructions since improper
adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will
often require extensive work by a qualified technician to
restore the product to normal operation.

E. If it has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.

F. If it exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a

need for service.

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Unpacking and Assembling the Printer

This chapter provides you with instructions on how to unpack
your printer and remove the protective materials. It also provides
you with information that you need to find a suitable place to
locate the printer.

After unpacking the printer, you have to install the imaging
cartridge before you can start printing.

Unpacking the Printer

Follow these steps to unpack your printer:

1. Remove the accessories and printer from the shipping carton.

Note:

The printer weighs about 20.5 kg (45.2 lb) and should be lifted
with care.

2. Set the printer on a flat, stable surface.

3. Remove the packing materials from the printer and its
accessories and store them for future use.

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4. Make sure you have the items shown below, plus one CD­ROM containing the printer driver, utility programs, and the
Online Guide.

imaging cartridge

printer

paper cassette

power cord

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Removing the Protective Materials

Before installing the imaging cartridge and the paper cassette, you
must first remove the protective materials from the printer.

Follow these steps to remove the printer’s protective materials:

1. Remove the protective tape and the protective material as
shown below.

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2. Press the latch on the right side of the printer and open the
printer cover.

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1

3. Remove the plastic protectors from inside the top of the
printer, as shown below.

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4. Remove the protective material from inside the printer.

Finding a Place for the Printer

It is important that you place the printer in a suitable location to
ensure smooth operation. Use the following as a guideline when
finding a place to install the printer:

Place your printer close enough to the computer or

❏

workstation for the printer cable to reach both.

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Leave adequate room around the printer to allow easy

❏

operation and maintenance, and sufficient ventilation. The
illustrations below show the recommended amount of space.

700mm

870mm

400mm

750mm

598mm

710mm

The height requirements will increase as shown in the table

❏

200mm

200mm

200mm

536mm

below when an optional lower paper cassette unit is attached
to the printer.

Optional Lower Paper Cassette Unit Height increase

250-Sheet Lower Paper Cassette Unit 80 mm (3.15 inches)

500-Sheet Lower Paper Cassette Unit 120 mm (4.72 inches)

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Caution:

Never place the printer on a stand that is narrower than

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the printer’s width, like that shown in the illustration
below, otherwise you may damage the printer.

Avoid locations that are subject to direct sunlight,

❏

excessive heat, moisture, or dust.

Place the printer where you can easily unplug the power

❏

cord.

Avoid using an electrical outlet that is controlled by wall

❏

switches or automatic timers. Accidental disruption of
power can wipe out valuable information in your
computer’s or printer’s memory.

Avoid using outlets on the same circuit as large motors

❏

or other appliances that might disturb the power supply.

Keep the entire computer and printer system away from

❏

potential sources of interference, such as loudspeakers or
the base units of cordless telephones.

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Installing the Imaging Cartridge

The printer does not come with the imaging cartridge installed.
You have to install it when you first use your printer.

Caution:

Do not turn the imaging cartridge upside down. Do not

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❏

expose the imaging cartridge to light any longer than
necessary.

Do not open the drum’s protective cover and avoid exposing

❏

the imaging cartridge to room light any longer than
necessary. Overexposing the cartridge may cause
abnormally dark or light areas to appear on the printed page
and reduce the life of the cartridge.

Follow these steps to install the imaging cartridge:

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1. While holding the imaging cartridge horizontally, gently
shake it a few times to distribute the toner evenly.

2. Set the cartridge on a clean, flat surface. Firmly grip the tab
on the right side of the imaging cartridge and pull the clear
seal all the way out with firm, even pressure.

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3. Peel off the tape and remove the protective sheet.

4. Insert the pins on each side of the cartridge into the grooves
inside the printer, and slide the cartridge gently into place.

5. Gently press down on the printer cover until it clicks shut.

Caution:

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Never transport the printer with the imaging cartridge
installed.

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Optional 250-Sheet Lower Paper Cassette Unit

Installing the optional 250-Sheet Lower Paper Cassette Unit
increases the paper-feeding capacity of your printer. For
information on the paper sizes and types supported by the
optional 250-Sheet Lower Paper Cassette Unit, see “Paper
Sources” in the

Caution:

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Before installing an option, carefully read the manual that comes
with the option.

Online Guide

Preparing the Paper Cassette Unit for Installation

The paper cassette of the 250-Sheet Lower Paper Cassette Unit is
protected against damage with a special tab, which has to be
removed before installation.

Follow these steps to remove the protective tab:

.

1. Pull off the protective tape, as shown below.

2. Remove the protective tab.

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Installing the 250-Sheet Lower Paper Cassette Unit

The installation procedure for both the optional 250-Sheet Lower
Paper Cassette Unit and 500-Sheet Lower Paper Cassette Unit is
the same. Refer to the instructions below for the installation of
both units.

Follow these steps to install the optional 250-Sheet Lower Paper
Cassette Unit or 500-Sheet Lower Paper Cassette Unit:

Note:

The illustrations show the 250-Sheet Lower Paper Cassette Unit.

1. Make sure the printer is turned off.

2. Unplug the printer’s power cord from the electrical outlet and
from the printer.

3. Remove all interface cables.

4. Remove the standard lower paper cassette from the printer.

5. Place the unit in the location where the printer will be
installed.

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6. Lift up the printer. Make sure the printer and unit are facing
the same direction. Aligning the pins on the unit with the
holes on the bottom of the printer, lower the printer until it
rests securely on the unit.

7. Secure the printer to the unit with the provided screws. Install
three of the screws at the locations noted below.

Note:

Use a coin to fasten the screws because a normal screwdriver will
probably not fit into the slot of the standard lower paper cassette.

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Three areas for tightening

8. Reinsert the standard lower paper cassette back into the
printer.

9. Reconnect any interface cable you removed.

10. Make sure the printer’s power switch is turned off, then plug
the power cord into the printer and into an electrical outlet.

11. Turn on the printer.

To confirm that the 250-Sheet Lower Paper Cassette Unit or the
500-Sheet Lower Paper Cassette Unit is installed correctly, print
a status sheet by pressing the
printer is online. The 250-Sheet Lower Paper Cassette Unit or the
500-Sheet Lower Paper Cassette Unit will be listed under Other
Options on the status sheet as one of the available options. If the
unit is not listed on the status sheet, try reinstalling it.

When printing on paper loaded in the optional 250-Sheet Lower
Paper Cassette Unit or 500-Sheet Lower Paper Cassette Unit, be
sure to select the option as the paper source in your application
program. Since the selection method varies from application to
application, see your software documentation for more
information.

button two times when the

Enter

Note:

The paper-loading procedure for the optional 250-Sheet Lower Paper
Cassette Unit is the same as that for the standard lower paper cassette.
See “Loading the Standard Lower Paper Cassette” on page 33 for a
detailed description of the procedure.

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Optional 500-Sheet Lower Paper Cassette Unit

Installing the optional 500-Sheet Lower Paper Cassette Unit
increases the paper-feeding capacity of your printer. For
information on the paper sizes and types supported by the
optional 500-Sheet Lower Paper Cassette Unit, see “Paper
Sources” in the

Online Guide

.

Installing the 500-Sheet Lower Paper Cassette Unit

The installation procedure for the optional 500-Sheet Lower Paper
Cassette Unit is the same as that for the optional 250-Sheet Lower
Paper Cassette Unit. See “Installing the 250-Sheet Lower Paper
Cassette Unit” on page 17 for installation instructions.

Note:

See “Loading Paper” in the Online Guide for a detailed description of
the paper-loading procedure for the optional 500-Sheet Lower Paper
Cassette Unit.

Memory Module

By installing a DIMM (Dual In-line Memory Module), you can
increase printer memory up to 256 MB. You may want to add
additional memory if you are having difficulty printing complex,
graphics-intensive pages or if you regularly use numerous
downloaded fonts.

You can purchase DIMMs from various vendors. Be sure the
DIMM you purchase meets the following requirements:

168-pin, SDRAM type

❏

Capacity of 32, 64, 128 or 256 MB

❏

Access speed of 15 ns or less

❏

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Dimensions within 134

❏

thickness of 10 mm (0.4 inch)

36 mm (

×

5.27

1.42 inches), with a

×

Installing a memory module

Follow these steps to install an optional memory module into the
printer:

1. Turn off the printer.

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2. Unplug the printer’s power cord from the electrical outlet and
from the printer.

3. Remove the standard lower paper cassette from the printer to
ease the installation procedure, if necessary.

4. Turn the printer so its left side faces you.

5. Open the printer cover by pressing the latch on the right side
of the printer.

To avoid electrical shock, do not attempt to install a DIMM
unless the printer is turned off.

6. Remove the printer’s side cover, as shown below.

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7. Loosen the screws that secure the shield cover, then remove
the cover as shown below.

screws

Warning:

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Avoid touching the electrical components that are exposed
after you remove the shield cover. They may be very hot if the
printer has been in use.

Caution

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8. Push the clips on each side of the RAM slot outward.

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Before you install the module, be sure to discharge any static
electricity by touching the printer’s shield cover or a
grounded piece of metal. Otherwise, you may damage static­sensitive components.

:

9. Align the two depressions on the base of the DIMM with the
protrusions inside the RAM slot to determine the position of
attachment.

10. Insert one end of the DIMM into the slot and push until the
retaining clip comes up.

11. Push the other end of the DIMM into the slot until the clip
comes up to retain the memory module securely.

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12. Replace the shield cover, then secure it with its screws.

Caution:

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When replacing the shield cover, be sure not to pinch the
wires inside the printer between the printer case and the
shield cover.

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13. Replace the printer’s side cover, as shown below.

14. Gently close the printer cover.

15. Make sure the printer’s power switch is turned off, then plug
the power cord into the printer and into an electrical outlet.

16. Turn on the printer.

To verify that memory is correctly installed, print a status sheet
by pressing the

button two times when the printer is online.

Enter

If an incorrect amount of memory is shown on the status sheet,
turn off the printer and review the steps above to make sure you
correctly installed the DIMM. If the amount of memory is still
incorrect, contact your dealer or a qualified service representative
for assistance.

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Removing a memory module

Follow these steps to remove a memory module:

1. Perform steps 1 through 7 under “Installing a memory
module” on page 21 to access the printer’s DIMM slots.

2. Push the clips on each side of the DIMM slot outward to
release the memory module.

3. Grasp both sides of the DIMM and pull it out as shown above.

4. Follow steps 12 through 16 under “Installing a memory
module” on page 21 to complete the procedure.

Optional Interfaces

You can install an optional interface card to supplement your
printer’s built-in parallel interface and provide added network
compatibility. The EPSON interface cards described below are
compatible with your printer. (Not all interface cards are available
in all countries.)

Note:

The asterisk (
which varies by country.

To add a direct connection to an Ethernet system, use an optional
Ethernet Card (

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) is a substitute for the last digit of the product number,

✽

C82362✽/C82363✽).

To add a serial or parallel interface to your printer, use one of the
following:

32KB Serial Interface Card C82307

32KB Parallel Interface Card C82310

✽
✽

To add a direct connection to an IBM mini or mainframe system,
use one of the following:

Coax Interface Card

Twinax Interface Card C82315

C82314

✽
✽

The coaxial and twinaxial connectors each contain a parallel
interface. Since the printer’s built-in parallel interface remains
active, this gives you two parallel interfaces and a coaxial or
twinaxial interface. Print jobs can be sent to any connection, and
the printer automatically switches between the active ports.

The twinaxial interface is compatible with the following IBM
systems: AS-400, System 36, 5251 (model 12), System 34, System
38, and 5294. When equipped with the EPSON twinaxial interface,
the printer can be used in place of the following IBM system
printers: 4210, 5224 (models 1 and 2), 5256 (models 1, 2, and 3),
3218 (non IPDS), 4214 (model 2), 5225 (models 1, 2, 3, and 4), and
5219 D01, D02.

The coaxial interface allows the printer to be connected to the
following IBM control units and mainframe systems: 3174, 3276,
4274, and 3270.

To add a direct connection to your GPIB network, use the GPIB
Interface Card (C82313

).

✽

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Installing an interface card

Follow these steps to install an optional interface card:

1. Turn off the printer.

2. Unplug the printer’s power cord from the electrical outlet and
from the printer.

3. Turn the printer so its back faces you.

4. Remove the two screws that secure the Type-B interface slot
cover and remove the cover.

5. Slide the interface card into the grooves in the interface slot
as shown below. Push it in firmly to lock the card into place.

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Note:

When inserting the interface card, make sure that the component
side of the card is on the left.

6. Secure the interface card with the two retaining screws.

To verify that the interface card is correctly installed, print a status
sheet by pressing the

button two times when the printer is

Enter

online.

If the interface is not listed on the status sheet, try reinstalling the
card making sure the card is securely fastened to the socket inside
the printer.

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Loading Paper

The printer comes with two standard paper sources. The MP tray
accommodates 150 sheets of plain paper, while the standard
lower cassette accommodates up to 250 sheets. Use the following
procedures to load paper into the MP (Multi-Purpose) tray and
the standard lower paper cassette.

Note:

See “Loading Paper” in the Online Guide for a detailed description of
the paper-loading procedure for the optional lower paper cassette units.

Loading the MP (Multi-Purpose) Tray

The MP tray is the most flexible of all the standard and optional
paper sources. It accommodates a wide range of paper sizes and
is the paper source to use when printing on special media such as
transparencies and envelopes.

Follow these steps to load paper into the MP tray:

1. Open the front cover by pulling on both sides of the cover.

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2. Slide both paper guides outward to accommodate the paper
you are loading.

3. Set paper into the MP tray with the printable surface facing
up.

Note:

Make sure to load the paper as far as it will go inside the MP

❏

tray.

Load A4, A5, B5, LT, HLT, Exe and GLT paper sizes with the

❏

long edge first. You can close the front cover when loading these
paper sizes as they fit inside the printer.

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Load A3, B, B4, F4, LGL, GLG, Monarch, C-10, DL, C5 and

❏

Custom paper sizes with the short edge first. You cannot close
the front cover when loading most of these paper sizes as they
do not fit inside the printer and require the front cover to be
opened to provide support.

4. Adjust the paper guides to the size of the paper.

5. Extend the output tray so it accommodates the size of the
paper loaded in the printer.

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6. Set the paper size switch so it matches the size of the paper
loaded in the tray.

Set the switch to
the size of the paper loaded, and use the control panel to set the
paper size. See “How to - Use the Control Panel” in the

for more information.

Guide

By default, the printer is set up to print on A4 size paper. If you
are printing on any other paper size, you need to change the
printer’s paper size setting by using either the paper size switch
described above, or the printer’s control panel. You can also
change the paper size setting through the printer driver, or from
within the software you are using. See “Making Basic Driver
Settings” on page 43 for more information.

By Cont. Panel

if there’s no matching choice for

Online

Loading the Standard Lower Paper Cassette

Follow these steps to load paper into the standard lower paper
cassette:

1. Remove the standard lower paper cassette from the printer.

2. Remove the cover of the paper cassette.

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33

3. Press down on the metal plate in the paper cassette until it
locks into position.

4. Slide both paper guides outward to accommodate the paper
you are loading.

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Note:

To load A3, B4, and LGL paper sizes, extend the paper cassette till
you see the respective size marking on the bottom of the cassette.

Loading Paper

5. Set paper into the paper cassette with the printable surface
facing up. Make sure that the paper is under the metal
retaining clips on both sides of the paper cassette.

Note:

If your printouts are curled or do not stack properly when using

❏

plain paper, try turning the stack over and reloading it.

Load A4, A5, B5 and LT paper sizes with the long edge first.

❏

Load A3, B4 and LGL paper sizes with the short edge first.

❏

6. Adjust the paper guides to the size of the paper.

7. Reattach the cover firmly over the sides of the paper cassette
and close it.

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8. Insert the lower paper cassette back into the printer.

Note:

Make sure you insert the paper cassette as far as it will go inside the
printer.

9. Extend the output tray to accommodate the size of the paper
loaded in the lower paper cassette to prevent it from falling
off the edge.

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Loading Paper

4

Testing and Connecting the Printer

This chapter provides you with the necessary instructions to test
that the printer is correctly set up for use with a computer. You
will also find information on how to connect the printer to your
computer.

Plugging in the Printer

Follow these steps to connect the printer to an electrical outlet:

1. Make sure the printer is turned off. It is off when the

the power switch is pushed in.

side of

N

2. Insert the power cord into the back of the printer. Then plug
the other end into a properly grounded electrical outlet.

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37

Testing the Printer

To test whether the printer is set up correctly, print a status sheet.
The status sheet contains information about the printer, including
the current settings.

Follow these steps to print a status sheet:

1. Make sure the imaging cartridge is installed and that paper is
loaded into the printer.

2. Turn on the printer. Several messages appear on the LCD
panel as the printer performs internal tests. After about 45
seconds, the

message appears.

Ready

3. Make sure the
and print data). Otherwise, press the

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On Line

light is on (printer is ready to accept

Paper Source

Page Size Manual Feed Orientation

RITech Copies MP Tray Size

Menu Item Value Enter

SelecType

Continue Form Feed On Line

ALT

Reset

Toner Save

Mode

On Line

button once.

4. Press the

button. The display shows

Enter

Status Sheet

.

5. Press the
starts flashing and the printer starts printing a status sheet.

6. Check that the printer has printed the status sheet clearly and
that information on the options installed in the printer is
correct. If the printer properly recognizes an installed option,
the option’s name appears under Other Options.

If the printer cannot print a status sheet, or if you are unable to
get the printer to print a correct status sheet, contact your dealer.

button again. The message on the LCD panel

Enter

Connecting the Printer to the Computer

To connect your computer to the printer’s built-in parallel
interface, you need a shielded, twisted-pair parallel interface
cable that is IEEE-1284 compatible.

Your printer also has room for an optional Type-B interface
connector. See “Optional Interfaces” on page 26 for more
information.

Follow these steps to connect the printer to your computer using
the parallel interface:

1. Make sure both the printer and the computer are off.

2. Connect the parallel cable to the parallel connector, and
secure the connector to the printer by squeezing the wire clips
together until they lock into place on both sides of the
connector.

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39

Note:

Use only a shielded, twisted-pair parallel cable.

3. Connect the other end of the cable to your computer.

4. Turn on the printer and then turn on your computer.

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Testing and Connecting the Printer

5

Installing and Using the Printer Driver

The CD-ROM that comes with your printer contains utility
programs and a printer driver for Microsoft
Windows 98, Windows 95, Windows 3.11 for Workgroups,
Windows 3.1, Windows NT

After connecting the printer to your computer, install the printer
driver. The printer driver is software that runs, or “drives,” your
printer. With it, you can make settings such as paper size, paper
source, and orientation. You can also refer to the printer driver’s
online help for detailed information about printer settings.

Note:

If you are running DOS, you cannot use the driver included with the
printer.

When you install the printer driver, the EPSON Status Monitor 3
utility program is automatically installed at the same time. The
EPSON Status Monitor 3 is an utility program that monitors your
printer and gives you information about the current status of the
printer. If a print error occurs, it also provides you with a message
describing the error. You can access the EPSON Status Monitor 3
from your printer driver. For detailed information about using
the utility program, see “Using EPSON Status Monitor 3 Utility”
in the

Online Guide

, or refer to online help for the utility.

®

4.0, and Windows NT 3.51.

®

Windows® 2000,

Installing and Using the Printer Driver

41

Installing the Printer Driver for All Windows Users

The software installation procedures for the various Windows
operating systems are similar and will be treated together in the
following section.

Follow these steps to install the printer driver:

1. Make sure the printer is off and Windows is running.

2. Insert the CD-ROM that comes with your printer into your
CD-ROM drive.

3. The EPSON Installation Program screen opens automatically.

If the EPSON Installation Program screen does not appear
automatically, click
2000/98/95/NT 4.0); or choose
Program Manager (in Windows 3.11 for
Workgroups/3.1/NT 3.51). Then, enter
click OK (substitute the appropriate drive letter if necessary).

Start

and

(in Windows

Run

from the File menu in the

Run

D:\EPSETUP.EXE

and

4. Double-click

and then click the arrow on the top right.

5. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.

The printer driver is now installed on your computer. The
installation program automatically selects this printer as the
default printer for Windows applications.

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Installing and Using the Printer Driver

Install Printer Driver

; or select

Install Printer Driver

Making Basic Driver Settings

Before you start printing, you should make sure that the driver
settings match your document requirements. While many
Windows applications override the printer settings made with the
driver, some do not.

Be sure to check the following settings in the printer driver:

Paper Size The size of the paper to be printed on.

❏

Orientation The direction of printing on the page. This

❏

is either portrait or landscape.

Print Quality The print resolution in dots per inch (dpi).

❏

Paper Source

❏

Auto Selection, MP tray
Cassette1

.

, or

Lower

For Windows 2000/98/95 and Windows NT 4.0 users

The way to access the printer driver is similar for all these
operating systems. Procedures specific to a particular operating
system are noted.

Follow these steps to make the required settings:

1. Click the

2. Point to

3. Right-click your printer icon and choose

Windows 98 and Windows 95),

Windows 2000), or

4. Click the

button.

Start

Settings

Basic Settings

, then click

Document Defaults

Printers

tab.

.

Printing Preference

Properties

(in Windows NT 4.0).

(in

(in

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5. Select the paper size you loaded in the printer from the list
next to the Paper Size setting. If you don’t see your paper size
on the list, use the arrow on the right to scroll through the list.

6. Select

Portrait

printing on the diagram on the screen changes according to the
orientation you select.

or

Landscape

orientation. The direction of

7. Select the resolution from the Print Quality setting.

8. Select the paper source.

Make any other settings you wish, and click

finished.

when you are

OK

For Windows 3.1 and Windows 3.11 for Workgroups
users

The way to access the printer driver is the same for these operating
systems, and are treated together in this section.

Follow these steps to access the driver and make the required
settings:

1. In the Main window, double-click the

2. Double-click the

Printers

icon.

Control Panel

icon.

3. Make sure your printer is highlighted, and click the

button.

4. Select the size of the paper to be printed on from the list next
to the Paper Size setting. If you don’t see your paper size on
the list, use the arrow on the right to scroll through the list.

5. Select

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Portrait

direction on the screen changes according to the orientation you
select.

or

Landscape

orientation. The printing

Setup

6. Select the resolution from the Print Quality setting.

7. Select the paper source.

Make any other settings you wish, and click

finished.

when you are

OK

For Windows NT 3.51 users

Follow these steps to access the driver and make the required
settings in Windows NT 3.51:

1. In the Main window, double-click the

2. Double-click the

Printers

icon.

3. Double-click your printer icon.

4. Select

Properties

from the Printers menu.

5. Make sure your printer is selected and click the

6. Select the paper source.

7. Select the paper size.

Make any other settings you wish, and click

finished.

Control Panel

when you are

OK

Setup

icon.

button.

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6

Using the Online Guide

In addition to this guide, your printer comes packaged with an

Online Guide

with information you need to use the

o n t h e s of t wa r e C D- R OM . T h is ch a pt er p ro v id es y ou

Online Guide

.

About the Online Guide

The

Online Guide

detailed information on how to use the printer, installation
procedures of optional products, and troubleshooting. You can
view this guide directly from the CD-ROM, or install it into your
computer and view it from your hard disk.

Note:

Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.0 or later, or Netscape Navigator 4.0 or
later, must be installed in your computer to read the Online Guide.

, which is also called

The Reference Guide,

contains

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Using the Online Guide

System Requirements

The following tables list the system requirements necessary to use
the

Online Guide

System Windows 2000/98/95, or Windows NT 4.0

.

CPU i486/25 MHz (for Windows 95, NT 4.0)

Memory 16 MB for Windows 98/95, NT 4.0 (32 MB or more

Hard disk space 4 MB to install the

CD-ROM drive Double-speed (Quad-speed or faster

Display 640 × 480 pixel or 800 × 600 pixel resolution, with High

Browser Web browser (Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.0 or later,

i486/66 MHz (for Windows 98)
(Pentium or higher recommended for Windows 98)

Pentium 133 MHz (for Windows 2000)
(Pentium higher than 133 MHz recommended)

recommended)

32 MB for Windows 2000 (64 MB or more
recommended)

Online Guide

recommended)

Color (16 bit) or True Color (32 bit) setting

or Netscape Navigator 4.0 or later)

Viewing the Online Guide from the CD-ROM

You can view the

Online Guide

directly from the CD-ROM.

Follow these steps to view the

Online Guide

from the CD-ROM:

1. Insert the printer software CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive.
The Installation Program screen opens automatically.

2. Double click

3. Click

View Reference Guide

Online Guide

.

.

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4. The front page of the
the desired section by clicking one of the section titles on the
left.

Reference Guide

opens. You can move to

Installing and Viewing the Online Guide from
your Hard Disk

You can install the

Follow these steps to install and view the
your computer:

1. Insert the printer software CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive.
The Installation Program screen opens automatically.

2. Double click

3. Click the
screen instructions.

4. When the installation is complete, an
appears in the EPSON folder. Double-click the icon to view
the guide.

Reference Guide

Online Guide

Install Reference Guide

into your computer.

Reference Guide

.

button and follow the on-

EPLN1210 Guide

from

icon

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7

Safety Information

Laser Safety

This printer is certified as a Class 1 laser product under the U.S.
Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Radiation
Performance Standard according to the Radiation Control for
Health and Safety Act of 1968. This means that the printer does
not produce hazardous laser radiation.

Since radiation emitted by the laser is completely confined within
protective housings and external covers, the laser beam cannot
escape from the machine during any phase of user operation.

Internal laser radiation

3

Max. Radiation Power 5.0

-

0

1

W

×

Wave Length 780 +10/-20

This is a Class IIIb Laser Diode Assembly that has an invisible
laser beam. The printer head unit is NOT A FIELD SERVICE
ITEM. Therefore, the printer head unit should not be opened
under any circumstances.

nm

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49

Ozone Safety

Ozone emission

Ozone gas is generated by laser printers as a by-product of the
printing process. Ozone is produced only when the printer is
printing.

Ozone exposure limit

The recommended exposure limit for ozone is 0.1 parts per
million (ppm) expressed as an average time-weighted
concentration over an eight (8) hour period.

The EPSON EPL-N1210 laser printer generates less than 0.02 ppm
for 8 hours of continuous printing in a closed room of
approximately 29.3m³.

Minimize the risk

To minimize the risk of exposure to ozone, you should avoid the
following conditions:

Use of multiple laser printers in a confined area (see above)

❏

Operation in conditions of extremely low humidity

❏

Poor room ventilation

❏

Long, continuous printing together with any of the above

❏

Printer location

The printer should be located so that the exhaust gases and heat
generated are:

Not blown directly into the user’s face

❏

Vented directly out of the building whenever possible

❏

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Safety Information

Index

Numerics

250-Sheet Lower Paper Cassette Unit

installing, 17
preparing for installation, 16

500-Sheet Lower Paper Cassette Unit

installing, 20

D

Driver

about, 41
basic settings, 43
installing, 42

I

Imaging cartridge, installing, 13
Installing

an optional interface card, 28
an optional memory module, 21
the optional 250-Sheet Lower Paper

Cassette Unit, 17

the optional 500-Sheet Lower Paper

Cassette Unit, 20

Interface

available, 39
using the parallel interface, 39

Interface cards

available, 26
installing, 28

L

Locating the printer

guidelines, 10
precautions, 12

installing, 21
removing, 26

O

Online Guide

about, 46
system requirements, 47

P

Paper

loading in the lower paper cassette,

33

loading in the MP tray, 30
Paper sources, 30
Precautions

during operation, 4

laser printer, 1
Printer

attaching the power cord, 37

connecting to the computer, 39

locating, 10

testing, 38

unpacking, 6

usage precautions, 4

S

Safety

internal laser radiation, 49

laser, 49

ozone, 50

Warnings, Cautions, and Notes, 1
Status sheet, printing, 38

T

M

Memory module

Testing the printer, 38

Index

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Index

EPSON OVERSEAS MARKETING LOCATIONS

Epson America, Inc.

3840 Kilroy Airport Way
Long Beach, CA 90806-2469
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

EPSON DEUTSCHLAND GmbH

Zülpicher Straße 6,
40549 Düsseldorf Germany
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

EPSON AUSTRALIA PTY. LTD.

70 GIBBES STREET,
CHATSWOOD 2067 NSW.
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

EPSON HONG KONG LTD.

Rooms 4706-10, 47/F,
China Resources Bldg.,
26 Harbour Road, Wanchai, Hong Kong
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

EPSON ITALIA S.p.A.

V.le F.lli Casiraghi 427
20099 Sesto S.Giovanni
MI, Italy
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

EPSON UK LTD.

Campus 100, Maylands Avenue,
Hemel Hempstead, Herts,
HP2 7TJ, U.K.
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

EPSON FRANCE S.A.

68 bis, rue Marjolin
92300, Levallois-Perret, Fra nc e
Phone: [phone]
Telex: 610657

EPSON SINGAPOR E PT E. LTD.

No. 1 Temasek Avenue #36-00
Millenia Tower, Singapore 039192
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

EPSON TAIWAN TECHNOLOGY &
TRADING LTD.

10F, No. 287 Nanking E. Road, Sec. 3,
Taipei, Taiwan, R.O.C.
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

EPSON IBERICA S.A.

Av. de Roma, 18- 2 6
08290 Cerdanyola del Valles
Barcelona, Spain
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION
(Hirooka Office)

80 Harashinden, Hirooka
Shiojiri-shi, Nagano-ken
399-0785 Japan

EPSON PORTUGAL, S.A.

R. do Progresso, 471, 1° Perafita
4460 Matosinhos, Portug al
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

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