Epson FX 1170 User Manual

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No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Seiko Epson Corporation. No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contained herein. Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein.

Neither Seiko Epson Corporation nor its affiliates shall be liable to the purchaser of this product or third parties for damages, losses, costs or expenses incurred by purchaser or third parties as a result of: accident, misuse, or abuse of this product

or unauthorized modifications, repairs, or alterations to this product.

Seiko Epson Corporation and its affiliates shall not be liable against any damages arising from the use of any options other than those designated as Original Epson Products or Epson Approved Products by Seiko Epson Corporation.

Epson and Epson ESC/P are registered trademarks, Seiko Epson Corporation.

General Notice: Other product names used herein are for identification purposes

only and may be trademarks of their respective companies.

and

ESC/P 2 is a trademark, of

User’s Manual

For United States Users

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio or

television reception. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause interference to radio and television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures,

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna

Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver

Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected

Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

WARNING

The connection of a non-shielded equipment interface cable to this equipment will

invalidate the FCC Certification of this device and may cause interference levels which

exceed the limits established by the FCC for this equipment. It is the responsibility of the

user to obtain and use a shielded equipment interface cable with this device. If this

equipment has more than one interface connector, do not leave cables connected to unused

interfaces.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s

authority to operate the equipment.

For Canadian Users

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.

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Tips for printing on single sheets

There are a few things you should know about printing on single sheets as opposed to continuous paper. When you print on single sheets, you may notice that your printer prints the first page of your file correctly

but then prints too low on the next page, or that it prints the last few lines from one page onto the next.

These differences in print position are easy to adjust; you can simply change some of the settings in your application program as described below to get the right results.

1. When you install an application program, it normally asks you what printer you are using. Make sure you choose the correct printer. See Chapter 1 for the right printer to choose.

2. Many programs include an option to set the maximum lines per page. If your program has a lines-per-page setting and you are using standard 83 x 11-inch paper, set the lines per page to 61.

Note: To find the right lines-per-page setting for paper that is not St x 11, create a test document using your application program. Set your top and bottom margins to 0 and then create a file of numbered lines from 1 to 66. When you print your file, notice the last number printed on the first page. This is your maximum lines-per-page setting.

3. If your program doesn’t have a lines-per-page setting, try decreasing the top margin or increasing the bottom margin, or both, until you get the results you want.

4. You can also try adjusting the form length setting. For a standard

x 11-inch page, try setting the form length at 10 inches.

5. Some programs also let you indicate whether you are using single sheets or continuous paper. Make sure you choose single sheets.

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Where to Get Help for United States Users

Epson America provides local customer support and service through a nationwide network of authorized Epson dealers and Service Centers.

Epson also provides the following support services through the

Epson Consumer Resource Center at

Assistance in locating your nearest Authorized Epson Reseller or

Service Center

Technical assistance with the installation, configuration, and

operation of Epson products

Information on application software drivers

Sales of the Epson ESC/P Reference Manual, which has

comprehensive information on all commands, including ESC/P

Epson technical information library fax service

Product literature with technical specifications on our current

and new products

(800) 922-8911:

Sales of ribbons, supplies, parts, documentation, and accessories

for your Epson product

Customer Relations.

Introduction

Features Options Finding Warnings,

Printer

Chapter 1 Setting Up the Printer

Unpacking Choosing Assembling Testing

Connecting Configuring

Chapter 2 Paper Handling

Selecting

Using

Switching Between Continuous and Single Sheets......

Printing

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Your

Cautions,

Parts.................................................................................

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Place

the

Printer..

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Your

Paper Single Continuous

Sheets

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Software

Feeding

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1-4 1-6 1-10 1-14 1-15

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Chapter 3 Using the Printer

Control

DIP

Micro

Tear

Typestyles Data

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Switches

Feed..................................................................................

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Dump Mode..

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Chapter 4 Using the Printer Options

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Cut-sheet Feeder Additional Tractor Unit

Interface Card

Chapter 5 Maintenance and Transportation

Cleaning the Printer Replacing Transporting the Printer

Chapter 6 Troubleshooting

Problems and Solutions Power

Printing Paper Handling Options

Chapter 7 Technical Specifications

Printer Specifications Interface Specifications Optional Specifications Initialization

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7-10 7-14 7-16

Chapter 8 Command Summary

Using the Command Summary Commands Arranged by Topic

Appendix

Character Tables International Character Sets

Glossary

Index

Contents

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Introduction

Your new Epson® 24-pin dot matrix printer combines a compact design and high performance with a wide range of features.

Features

These features make your Epson printer an outstanding value:

Fast printing speed. Print up to 330 characters per second in 12 cpi draft mode.

Easy paper handling. Four paper paths to suit your printing needs: top, rear, bottom, and front loading.

Flexibility. Load single sheets from the top or front paper slots

without removing your continuous paper supply.

Epson’s ESC/P 2. The first dot matrix printer control language to offer scalable fonts and enhanced graphics.

Compatibility. Supports the Epson ESC/P commands widely used in application programs written for other Epson LQ printers.

More about ESC/P 2

Epson’s enhanced printer control language, ESC/P 2, offers two scalable fonts in sizes from 8 to 32 points. You can use this feature if your application program supports scalable fonts. For DOS-based word processing programs, new ESC/P 2 drivers may be available to enable your program to use your printer’s scalable fonts. Call

(800) 922-8911

For many graphics-based programs, such as Microsoft Windows,

ESC/P 2 works with your software to provide enhanced graphics printing capability. In the Windows environment, you’ll be able to print the Microsoft scalable fonts instead of the Epson fonts.

to ask about special ESC/P 2 drivers.

Introduction 1

Introduction

If you’re an experienced printer user, you may also want to order

the Epson ESC/P Referrence Manual for complete programming information. Call the number above to purchase the reference manual.

Options

For additional information on these options, see Chapter 4. Single-Bin Cut-Sheet Feeder

(C806371 for LQ-870, C806391 for LQ-1170) This economical cut-sheet feeder automatically feeds up to 50

sheets of paper into your printer without reloading. High-Capacity Cut-Sheet Feeder

(C806381 for LQ-870, C806401 for LQ-1170) This cut-sheet feeder automatically feeds up to 150 sheets of paper or 25 plain bond envelopes without reloading. You can create a double-bin cut-sheet feeder by connecting this cutsheet feeder to the single-bin model.

Additional Tractor Unit

(C800201 for LQ-870, C800211 for LQ-1170) This option improves the performance of continuous-paper handling. It is especially useful with continuous multi-part

forms. You can also use it to load two types of continuous

paper in the printer at the same time.

Film Ribbon Cartridge

(#7768 for LQ-870, #7770 for LQ-1170)

A film ribbon cartridge produces even higher quality printing

than the standard fabric ribbon.

Interface Card

(C823051/C823071)

Optional interface cards are available to supplement the

printer’s built-in parallel interface.

Introduction

Finding Your Way Around

This manual provides fully illustrated, step-by-step instructions for setting up and operating your printer.

Chapter 1 contains information on unpacking, setting up, testing, and connecting the printer. Be sure to read this chapter

first. Chapters 2 and 3 include important information on paper

handling and day-to-day operation of your printer. Chapter 6 contains troubleshooting information. If the printer

does not operate properly or the printed results are not what you expect, see Chapter 6 for a list of problems and solutions.

Other chapters contain information on installing options, general maintenance, specifications, and printer commands. There is also a glossary of printer terms and an index.

Warnings, Cautions, and Notes

WARNINGS must be followed to avoid bodily injury.

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CAUTIONS must be observed to avoid damage to your

equipment.

Notes contain important information and useful tips on the

operation of your printer.

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Introduction

Printer parts

paper guide

paper tension unit

tractor

edge guides

front cover

paper thickness lever

ACinlet

rant

edge guide

front

paw

Note: In some countries, the power cord is attached.

Introduction

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read all of these instructions and save them for later reference.

Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.

Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

4. Do not use this product near water.

Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The product may fall, causing serious damage to the product.

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

provided for ventilation; to ensure reliable operation of the

product and to protect it from overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is provided.

7. This product should be operated from the type of power source

indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type

of power available, consult your dealer or local power company.

This product is equipped with a 3-wire grounding-type plug, a

plug having a third (grounding) pin. This plug will only fit into a grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the purpose of the grounding-type plug.

Do not locate this product where the cord will be walked on.

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10. If an extension cord is used with this product, 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. Also, make sure that the total of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed 15 amperes.

11. Never push objects of any kind into this product 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 product.

12. Except as specifically explained in the User’s Manual, 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.

13. Unplug this product 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 the product. C. If the product has been exposed to rain or water. D. If the product 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.

If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.

If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service.

Introduction

Chapter 1

Setting Up the Printer

Unpacking

Checking Removing

Choosing

Assembling

Installing Attaching

Testing

the

Plugging

Running Connecting Configuring

Choosing

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parts..

the

protective

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1-4

1-6

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1-15

Setting Up the Printer

1-1

Unpacking the Printer

Checking the parts

When you unpack the printer, make sure that you have all the parts shown below and that none has been damaged.

Paper guide

Power cord

Note: In some locations, the power cord is attached to the printer.

Store the packing materials in case you ever need to transport your

printer.

Printer

1-2

CAUTION: It is not possible to adjust voltage of the

printer for use at another voltage. If the label on the back of the printer does not show the correct voltage for your country,

Setting Up the Printer

contact

your dealer.

Unpacking the Printer

Removing the protective materials

To prevent damage during shipping, several pieces of protective material are packed with your printer. You must remove these before you put your printer together.

Follow the directions on the Notice Sheet inserted in your printer when removing the protective material.

Note:

l Make sure you remove all packing and protective materials

from your printer before turning on the power.

Save all packing and protective materials to protect your printer should you need to transport it elsewhere in the future.

Setting Up the Printer

1-3

Choosing a Place for the Printer

When selecting a place to set up your printer, keep the following

in mind:

Place the printer on a flat, stable surface.

Place the printer close enough to the computer for the printer

cable to reach. Leave adequate room around the printer to allow for easy

operation and maintenance.

CAUTION: Avoid locations that are subject to direct

sunlight, excessive heat, moisture, or dust.

Use a grounded outlet; do not use an adapter plug. Avoid electrical outlets controlled by wall switches or

automatic timers. Accidental disruption of power can wipe out information in the memory of your computer or your printer.

Avoid outlets on the same circuit with large motors or other

appliances that might cause fluctuations in line voltage. Keep the entire computer system away from potential causes of

electromagnetic interference such as loudspeakers or the base units of cordless telephones.

1-4

Setting Up the Printer

Choosing a Place for the Printer

Note: If you plan to use a printer stand, follow these guidelines:

Use a stand that supports at least twice the weight of the

printer.

17.8 kg (39.3

24.6 kg (54.2

Never use a stand that tilts the printer at an angle of more

than 15 degrees from horizontal. If you install a cut-sheet feeder, keep your printer absolutely level.

If you position the paper supply below the printer stand,

make sure that you allow enough clearance (1.2 inches or

30 mm) between the underside of the stand and the top of the paper supply to keep the paper from catching on the underside of the stand. Also check that the distance between the stand’s supports is at least 280 mm (11 inches), to accommodate any paper size you may use.

Position your printer’s power cord and interface cable so that

they do not interfere with paper feeding. If possible, secure the cables to the printer stand.

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Align the paper stack with the tractor sprocket units, so that

the paper has a straight path into the printer.

Setting Up the Printer

1-5

Assembling the Printer

After choosing a good place for your printer, you install the ribbon cartridge and paper guide.

Installing the ribbon cartridge

Before installing the ribbon cartridge, make sure that the printer is not plugged into an electrical outlet.

1. Lift the printer cover straight up and off.

Grasp the tabs on each side of the paper-tension unit as shown

below. Press up firmly with your thumbs to lift the front of

the unit; then pull the paper-tension unit up and off of the printer.

Slide the print head to the middle of the printer.

1-6

Setting Up the Printer

Assembling the Printer

CAUTION: Never move the print head while the printer

is turned on or you might damage the printer. Also, if you just used the printer, the print head may be hot; let it cool for a few minutes before touching it.

Turn the ribbon-tightening knob in the direction of the arrow to remove any slack in the ribbon. Next, hold the ribbon cartridge by its handle and push it firmly down into position; then press on both ends of the cartridge to fit the plastic hooks

Use a pointed object, such as a ball point pen, to guide the ribbon between the print head and ribbon guide while you turn the ribbon-tightening knob to help feed the ribbon into place.

Setting Up the Printer

1-7

Assembling the Printer

Slide the print head from side to side to make sure it moves

smoothly. Also check that the ribbon is not twisted or creased.

Replace the paper-tension unit by placing it on the printer’s mounting pegs; then lowering it into place. Press down both ends of the paper-tension unit firmly until you feel it snap click into place.

Replace the printer cover by first inserting the front tabs into the slots on the printer, then lowering it into place.

1-8

Setting Up the Printer

Assembling the Printer

Attaching the paper guides

Your printer comes with two paper guides so you can load single sheets from the top or front of the printer.

Testing the Printer

Before connecting your printer to a computer, use the built-in self-test function to see that the printer is working properly.

Plugging in the printer

1. Make sure the printer is turned off.

Check the label on the back of the printer to make sure the

voltage required by the printer matches that of your electrical

outlet.

CAUTION: If the rated voltage and your outlet voltage

do not match, contact your dealer for assistance. Do not plug in the power cord.

If the power cord is not attached to the printer, connect it to

3. the AC inlet on the printer’s rear panel.

4. Plug the power cord into a properly grounded electrical outlet.

1-10

Setting Up the Printer

Testing the Printer

Running the self test

You can run the self test with either continuous paper or single sheets. Also, you can load paper for the test from the rear, front, top, or bottom. The following steps describe how to run the test on single-sheet paper, loaded from the top. See Chapter 2 for full

details on paper handling.

The printer prints the self test in the currently selected font.

Make sure that the printer is turned off. Move the paperrelease lever to the single-sheet position.

Hold down the LF/FF button while you turn on the printer. The

printer beeps several times and the

POWER

and

PAPER OUT

lights come on.

The self test begins by printing on the first and last lines of page

1. The printer then prints the DIP-switch settings and character

samples on page 2.

Setting Up the Printer

1-11

Testing the Printer

Move the left edge guide until it locks in place next to the

arrow guide mark. Then adjust the right edge guide to match the width of your paper.

CAUTION: Run the self test using paper at least 210 mm

inches) wide for the LQ-870 or 360 mm (14 inches) wide for the LQ-1170; otherwise the print head prints directly onto the platen.

Insert a sheet of paper down between the edge guides until it

meets resistance. After about two seconds, the printer loads the paper automatically and starts the self test.

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Setting Up the Printer

Testing the Printer

The self test prints the current DIP-switch settings, followed by font samples for each of the printer’s available fonts.

The self test continues until the paper runs out or until you press the PAUSE button. When the printer beeps, you can load

another sheet of paper to continue printing font samples.

When you wish to stop the test, press the PAUSE button. To

resume the test, press the PAUSE button again.

6. Press the LOAD/EJECT button to eject the paper. Then turn off the printer to end the self test.

Here is part of a typical self test:

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Note: If the self test does not print properly, see Chapter 6.

Setting Up the Printer

1-13

Connecting the Printer to Your Computer

If the self test printed correctly, you are ready to connect your printer to the computer. Use a shielded twisted-pair parallel cable to connect your computer to your printer’s built-in parallel interface.

Connect the parallel interface cable as described below:

Make sure both the printer and computer are turned off; then plug the cable connector securely into the printer. Squeeze the wire clips together until they lock in place on either side of the connector.

Note: If your cable has a ground wire, attach it to the ground connector beneath the interface connector.

Plug the other end of the cable into the computer. (If there is a

ground wire at the computer-end of the cable, attach it to the

ground connector at the back of the computer.)

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Setting Up the Printer

Configuring Your Software for the Printer

Most application programs let you specify the type of printer you use so that the program can take full advantage of the printer’s features. Many of these programs provide an installation or setup

section that presents a list of printers.

Choosing from a menu

Although you can use an application program even if it does not list your printer on its printer selection menu, to take full advantage of your printer’s features (including ESC/P 2), choose the LQ-870/1170 or LQ-570/1070 when you set up your program. If your printer is not listed, call the software manufacturer or call Epson at (800) 922-8911 to see if an update is available. Until you receive an update choose from the following list (the printers are listed in the order of preference):

LQ-850/l050

LQ-510/1010 LQ-500

LQ-2550 LQ-2500

LQ-800/1000 LQ-1500

If none of these printers is listed, select the first one available from the following list: FX, LX, RX, MX, Epson printer, Standard printer, Draft printer. Because the printers in this list are 9-pin printers, your graphics printing will not be correct.

Setting Up the Printer

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Chapter 2

Paper Handling

SelectingaPaper Feeding

Setting the paper-release

Method

lever

Using Single Sheets ................................................................

Loading single sheets from the Loading single sheets from the front

Using Continuous

Tractor position

Changing tractor

Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

and

available paper paths . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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2-8 Loading continuous paper with the front push-tractor. 2-11 Removing continuous paper

from the front

push-tractor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Loading continuous paper with the rear push-tractor . . . 2-14 Removing continuous paper

from

the

rear

push-tractor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Loading continuous paper with the pull tractor . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Removing continuous paper from the pull tractor . . . . . . . . . 2-20

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Printing

Setting

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Paper Handling 2-1

Selecting a Paper Feeding Method

Your printer comes with four paper paths so that you can print on almost any type of paper:

l Choose the top or front paper guide to print on single sheets

l Choose the tractor unit to load continuous paper from the

front, rear, or bottom.

You can mount the tractor unit in three different positions to suit your particular needs: use it as a front push-tractor, rear pushtractor, or top pull-tractor.

Once you select a feeding method, you simply set the paperrelease lever, load your paper, and print. You can even print on single sheets without removing your continuous paper supply.

Setting the paper-release lever

You set the paper-release lever to determine the active paper path

in your printer. The printer automatically loads paper from the

position you choose. The figure below shows which setting to use

for single sheets and the various tractor positions.

2-2 Paper Handling

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