Epson EPL-N2120 Setup Manual

Where to Find Information

Setup Guide (this manual)

Contains information on how to place the printer, assembling the
printer and installing the printer driver.

Online guides

The CD-ROM shipped with your printer includes
the following online guides as well as the printer
driver.
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.

Reference Guide

❏ How to use the printer

❏ How to solve the problems

❏ How to keep your printer in good condition

❏ Safety information and technical specifications

Online Help for each printer software

Click Help for detailed information and instructions on the
printer software that controls your printer. Online Help is
automatically installed when you install the printer software.

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Laser Printer

Setup Guide

SafetyInstructions..................... 1

1 RemovingtheProtectiveMaterials .....6

2 FindingaPlaceforthePrinter..........8

3 AssemblingthePrinter ...............10

4 InstallingtheOptions ................13

5 Testing and Connecting the Printer . . . . 24

6 InstallingthePrinterSoftware..........27

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is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information contained
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modifications, repairs, or alterations to this product, or (excluding the U.S.) failure tostrictly
comply with SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION’s operating and maintenance instructions.

SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION and its affiliates shall not be liable against any damages or
problems arising from the use of any options or any consumable products other than those
designated as Original EPSON Products or EPSON Approved Products by SEIKO EPSON
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General Notice: Other product names used herein are for identification purposes only and may be
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Copyright © 2001 by SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION, Nagano, Japan.

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.

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Safety Instructions

Laser Printer Precautions

This printer uses laser technology. Follow the precautions below
carefully to ensure safe, efficient operation.

❏ Be careful not to touch the fuser,

which is marked CAUTION!
HIGH TEMPERATURE.Ifthe
printer has been in use, the fuser
can be very hot.

❏ Do notattempt tomodify or take

the imaging cartridge apart. It
cannot be refilled.

❏ Do not touchthe tonerand avoid

all toner contact with your eyes.

❏ Do not dispose of used imaging

cartridges in fire, as they can
explode and cause injury.
Dispose of them according to local regulations.

CAUTION! HIGH TEMPERATURE

Important Safety Instructions

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.

❏ Avoid touching the components inside the printer unless

instructed to do so in this guide.

Safety Instructions

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❏ Never force printer components intoplace. Althoughthe printer

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

❏ Be sure to keep consumables out of the reach of children.

❏ Do not leave jammed paper inside of the printer. This can cause

the printer to overheat.

❏ Do not use this printer near water.

❏ Do not place the printer on an unstable surface.

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

❏ Avoid using outlets that other appliances are plugged into.

❏ 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.

❏ Usethetypeofpowersourceindicatedonthelabel.Ifyouare

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.

❏ 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 fire or electric shock.

❏ Never spill liquid of any kind on the printer.

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Safety Instructions

❏ Except as specifically explained in this guide, do not attempt to

service this product yourself. Opening or removing those covers
that are marked Do Not Remove may expose you to dangerous
voltage points or other risks. Refer all servicing in those
compartments to service personnel.

❏ Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating

instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result
in damage and may require a qualified service representative to
restore the product normal operation.

❏ 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.

D. If it does not operate normally when the operating

instructions arefollowed. Adjust onlythose controlsthat are
coveredby theoperatinginstructions.Improper adjustment
of other controls may result in damage and may require a
qualified service representative 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.

Safety Instructions

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Safety Information

Laser safety labels

Warning:

Theuseofcontrols,ortheperformanceofproceduresand

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adjustments other than those specified in this guide may result in
hazardous radiation exposure.

YourprinterisaClass1laser
product as defined in the IEC60825
specifications. The label shown
below is attachedin countrieswhere
required.

Internal laser radiation

Max. Radiation Power 0.31 mW

Wave Length 770 to 795 nm

This is a Class IIIb Laser Diode
Assembly that has an invisible laser
beam. The printer head unit is NOT
A SERVICE ITEM, Therefore, the
printer head unit should not be
opened under any circumstances.
An additional laser warning label is
affixed to the inside of the printer.

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.

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Safety Instructions

Ozone exposure limit

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

The EPSON EPL-N2120 laser printer generates less than 0.1 ppm for
8 hours of continuous printing.

Minimize the risk

Tominimizetheriskofexposuretoozone,youshouldavoidthe
following conditions:

❏ Useofmultiplelaserprintersinaconfinedarea(seeabove)

❏ 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’sface

❏ Vented directly out of the building whenever possible

Safety Instructions

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Removing the Protective

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Materials

Beforeinstalling the imaging cartridge and thepaper cassette,you
must first remove the protective materials from the printer.

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

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Removing the Protective Materials

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Removing the Protective Materials

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Finding a Place for the Printer

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Allow adequate space for easy operation and maintenance.

70cm

87.8cm

135.4cm

72cm

Additional space needed for options;

20cm

20cm

20cm

40cm

250-Sheet Lower Paper Cassette Unit 7.9 cm to the bottom of the

500-Sheet Lower Paper Cassette Unit 10.8 cm to the bottom of the

Duplex Unit 30 cm to the rear side of the

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printer

printer

printer

Always follow the precautions below when finding a place to
locate the printer.

❏ Place the printerwhere youcan easily unplug thepower cord.

❏ Keep the entire computer and printer system away from

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

Caution:

❏ Leave adequateroom aroundthe printerto allowfor sufficient

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ventilation.

❏ Avoid locations that are subject to direct sunlight, excessive

heat, moisture, or dust.

Finding a Place for the Printer

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Assembling the Printer

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Installing the Imaging Cartridge

Handling precautions:

❏ When handling the imaging cartridge, always place them on

a clean smooth surface.

❏ If toner gets onto your skin or clothes, wash it off with soap

and water immediately.

❏ Waitforatleastonehourbeforeinstallinganimaging

cartridge after moving it from a cool to a warm environment
to prevent damage from condensation.

❏ Do not turn the imaging cartridge upside down or stand it on

its ends. Do not expose the imaging cartridge to light any
longer than necessary.

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

theimaging cartridgeto room light any longerthan necessary.
Overexposing the cartridge may cause abnormally dark or
light areas to appear on the printed page and reduce the life
of the cartridge.

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Assembling the Printer

Follow these steps to install the imaging cartridge:

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

2. Pull the clear seal all the way out with firm, even pressure.

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3. Press the latch on the left side of the printer and open the
printer cover.

4. Turn the arrow on the cartridge to the printer cover side and
slide the cartridge into place. Align the guides on both sides,
then insert the cartridge firmly.

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

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Assembling the Printer

Installing the Options

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If you purchased any options with the printer,install them before
plugging in the printer. To install the 250-Sheet Paper Casssette
Unit, 500-Sheet Paper Cassette Unit and the Duplex Unit, refer to
the manual for each option.

Installing a Memory Module

By installing a DIMM (Dual In-line Memory Module), you can
increase printer memory up to 528 MB. You may want to add
additional memory if you are having difficulty printingcomplex,
graphics-intensive pages or if you regularly use numerous
downloaded fonts.

You can purchase DIMMs from various vendors. Be sure the
DIMMyoupurchasemeetsthefollowingrequirements:

DRAM type Synchronous Dynamic RAM

Capacity 32, 64, 128, 256 or 512 MB*

CAS Latency CL=2

Type 168-pin type, 64bit, with SPD

Dimensions Within 134×36 mm (5.27×1.42 inches), with a thickness

* Contact your dealer or a qualified service representative about compatible

SDRAM.

Caution:

Before you install a memory module, be sure to discharge any

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static electricity by touching a grounded piece of metal.
Otherwise, you may damage static-sensitive components.

Dual In-line Memory Module (SDRAM DIMM)

PC 100 compliant

of 10 mm (0.4 inch)

Installing the Options

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Warning:

Be careful when working inside the printer as some components

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are sharp and may cause injury.

1. Make sure the printer is turned off and unplug the power
cord.

2. Open the printer cover by pressing the latch, then remove the
printer’s right side cover.

3. Loosen the screws that secure the shield cover, then remove
the cover.

screws

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

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

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

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

Caution:

Do not remove any modules from the circuit board.

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Otherwise, the printer will not work.

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

Caution:

When replacing the shield cover, be sure not to pinch the

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wires inside the printer between the printer case and the
shield cover.

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9. Replace the printer’srightsidecover.

10. Press down on the printer cover until it clicks shut.

To verify that memory is correctly installed, print a status sheet.
For instructions on how to print a status sheet, see “Printing a
status sheet” on page 25.

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, contactyour dealer or aqualified service representative
for assistance.

Installing the Options

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Installing a ROM Module

The availability of optional ROM modules that expand your
printer’s features differ, depending on the country of purchase.

Caution:

Before you install a ROM module,be sure to dischargeany static

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electricity by touching a grounded piece of metal.Otherwise, you
may damage static-sensitive components.

Warning:

Be careful when working inside the printer as some components

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are sharp and may cause injury.

1. Make sure the printer is turned off and unplug the power
cord.

2. Open the printer cover by pressing the latch, then remove the
printer’s right side cover.

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Installing the Options

3. Loosen the screws that secure the shield cover, then remove
the shield cover.

screws

4. Insert the ROM module all the way into the slot as shown
below. The button at the top of the slot will jut out when the
module is inserted correctly.

Caution:

❏ Do not remove any modules from the circuit board.

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Otherwise, the printer will not work.

❏ Do not force the ROM module into the slot.

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

Caution:

When replacing the shield cover, be sure not to pinch the

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wires inside the printer between the printer case and the
shield cover.

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6. Replace the printer’srightsidecover.

7. Press down on the printer cover until it clicks shut.

To verifythat the ROM moduleis correctlyinstalled, printa status
sheet. If the module is not listed on the status sheet, try
reinstalling. Make surethat it is securely fastenedto the ROM slot
on the printer. For instructions on how to print a status sheet, see
“Printing a status sheet” on page 25.

Installing the Options

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Installing an Interface Card

Your printer comes with a Type B interface slot. Various optional
interface cards are available to expand your printer’sinterface
options. See the Reference Guide for more details on optional
interface cards.

Caution:

Before you install the interface card, be sure to discharge any

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static electricity by touching a grounded piece of metal.
Otherwise, you may damage static-sensitive components.

1. Make sure the printer is turned off and unplug the power
cord.

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

3. Slide the interface card into the grooves in the interface slot.
Push it in firmly to lock the card into place.

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Installing the Options

Note:

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

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

To confirm that the interface card is installed correctly, print a
status sheet. If the AUX interface is not listed on the status sheet,
try reinstalling making sure the card is securely fastened to the
socket on the printer. For instructions on how to print a status
sheet, see “Printing a status sheet” on page 25.

If the interface is not listed on the status sheet, try reinstalling the
card making sure thecard issecurely fastened to the socketinside
the printer.

Installing the Options

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Testing and Connecting the

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Plugging in the Printer

Testing the Printer

Printer

Make sure the printer is turned off. Insert the power cord into the
back of the pritner. Then plug the other end into a properly
grounded electrical outlet.

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

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Testing and Connecting the Printer

Loading paper

Fan a stack of A4 size paper, then tap it on a flat surface to even
the edges. Load the paper in the MP tray.

printable surface up

Printing a status sheet

1. Turn onthe printer. Afterabout 13 seconds,the displayshows
Ready.

2. Press the Enter button two times.

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.

Testing and Connecting the Printer

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Connecting to the Computer

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

YourprinteralsohasroomforanoptionalType-Binterface
connector. See “Installing an Interface Card” on page 22 for more
information.

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

2. Attach the parallel interface cable to the printer as shown.

Note:

Use only a shielded, twisted-pair parallel cable.

3. Plug the other end of the cable into the computer’sparallel
interface connector.

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Testing and Connecting the Printer

Installing the Printer Software

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When you install the printer driver, the following are installed.

❏ Printer driver

The printer driver gives you complete control settings over
yourprinter withthe Microsoft
Windows NT
such as print quality and paper size.

❏ EPSON Status Monitor 3

The EPSON Status Monitor 3 utility allows you to view
printer status information such as the amount of toner
remaining and check for any printer errors.

❏ Online help

Online help provides on-screen accessto detailed information
and instructions about printer settings. You can access online
help by clicking the Help button in the printer driver.

Make sure your printer is turned off.

Insert the CD-ROM that comes with your printer into your
CD-ROM drive. Then follow the on-screen instructions.

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4.0. With it, you can make various settings

®

Windows®Me/98/95/2000,

Installing the Printer Software

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Note:

If the EPSON Installation Program screen does not appear
automatically, click Start and choose Run.Then,enter
D:\EPSETUP.EXE and click OK (substitute the appropriate drive letter
if necessary).

To install other software, please see the Reference Guide.

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Installing the Printer Software

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Epson America, Inc.

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Rooms 4706-10, 47/F,
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V.le F.lli Casiraghi 427
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10F, No. 287 Nanking E. Road, Sec. 3,
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Av. de Roma, 18-26
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SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION
(Hirooka Office)

80 Harashinden, Hirooka
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399-0785 Japan

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R. do Progresso, 471, 1° Perafita
4460 Matosinhos, Portugal
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