Epson FX 890, FX2190 Service Manual
SERVICE MANUAL
®
SEDM02003
Serial Impact Dot Matrix Printer
EPSON FX-890/2190
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PRECAUTIONS
Precautionary notations throughout the text are categorized relative to 1)Personal injury and 2) damage to equipment.
DANGER Signals a precaution which, if ignored, could result in serious or fatal personal injury. Great caution should be exercised in
performing procedures preceded by DANGER Headings.
WARNING Signals a precaution which, if ignored, could result in damage to equipment.
The precautionary measures itemized below should always be observed when performing repair/maintenance procedures.
DANGER
1.
ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE PRODUCT FROM THE POWER SOURCE AND PERIPHERAL DEVICES PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE OR REPAIR
PROCEDURES.
2.
NO WORK SHOULD BE PERFORMED ON THE UNIT BY PERSONS UNFAMILIAR WITH BASIC SAFETY MEASURES AS DICTATED FOR ALL ELECTRONICS
TECHNICIANS IN THEIR LINE OF WORK.
3.
WHEN PERFORMING TESTING AS DICTATED WITHIN THIS MANUAL, DO NOT CONNECT THE UNIT TO A POWER SOURCE UNTIL INSTRUCTED TO DO
SO. WHEN THE POWER SUPPLY CABLE MUST BE CONNECTED, USE EXTREME CAUTION IN WORKING ON POWER SUPPLY AND OTHER ELECTRONIC
COMPONENTS.
4.
When disassembling or assembling a product, be sure to wear gloves to avoid injuries from metal parts with sharp edges.
WARNING
1.
REPAIRS ON EPSON PRODUCT SHOULD BE PERFORMED ONLY BY AN EPSON CERTIFIED REPAIR TECHNICIAN.
2.
MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE SOURCE VOLTAGES IS THE SAME AS THE RATED VOLTAGE, LISTED ON THE SERIAL NUMBER/RATING PLATE. IF THE
EPSON PRODUCT HAS A PRIMARY AC RATING DIFFERENT FROM AVAILABLE POWER SOURCE, DO NOT CONNECT IT TO THE POWER SOURCE.
3.
ALWAYS VERIFY THAT THE EPSON PRODUCT HAS BEEN DISCONNECTED FROM THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE REMOVING OR REPLACING
PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARDS AND/OR INDIVIDUAL CHIPS.
4.
IN ORDER TO PROTECT SENSITIVE MICROPROCESSORS AND CIRCUITRY, USE STATIC DISCHARGE EQUIPMENT, SUCH AS ANTI-STATIC WRIST
STRAPS, WHEN ACCESSING INTERNAL COMPONENTS.
5.
DO NOT REPLACE IMPERFECTLY FUNCTIONING COMPONENTS WITH COMPONENTS WHICH ARE NOT MANUFACTURED BY EPSON. IF SECOND
SOURCE IF’S OR OTHER COMPONENTS WHICH HAVE NOT BEEN APPROVED ARE USED, THEY COULD CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE EPSON PRODUCT,
OR COULD VOID THE WARRANTY OFFERED BY EPSON.
About This Manual
This manual describes basic functions, theory of electrical and mechanical operations, maintenance and repair procedures of the printer. The instructions and
procedures included herein are intended for the experienced repair technicians, and attention should be given to the precautions on the preceding page.
Manual Configuration Symbols Used in this Manual
This manual consists of six chapters and Appendix.
CHAPTER 1. PRODUCT DESCRIPTIONS
Provides a general overview and specifications of the
product.
CHAPTER 2. OPERATING PRINCIPLES
Describes the theory of electrical and mechanical
operations of the product.
CHAPTER 3. TROUBLESHOOTING
Describes the step-by-step procedures for the
troubleshooting.
CHAPTER 4. DISASSEMBLY / ASSEMBLY
Describes the step-by-step procedures for disassembling
and assembling the product.
CHAPTER 5. ADJUSTMENT
Provides Epson-approved methods for adjustment.
CHAPTER 6. MAINTENANCE
Provides preventive maintenance procedures and the
lists of Epson-approved lubricants and adhesives
required for servicing the product.
APPENDIX Provides the following additional information for
reference:
•
Connector pin assignments
•
Electric circuit boards components layout
•
Electrical circuit boards schematics
•
Exploded diagram & Parts List
Various symbols are used throughout this manual either to provide
additional information on a specific topic or to warn of possible danger
present during a procedure or an action. Be aware of all symbols when
they are used, and always read NOTE, CAUTION, or WARNING
messages.
Indicates an operating or maintenance procedure, practice
or condition that is necessary to keep the product’s quality.
Indicates an operating or maintenance procedure, practice,
or condition that, if not strictly observed, could result in
damage to, or destruction of, equipment.
May indicate an operating or maintenance procedure,
practice or condition that is necessary to accomplish a task
efficiently. It may also provide additional information that is
related to a specific subject, or comment on the results
achieved through a previous action.
Indicates an operating or maintenance procedure, practice
or condition that, if not strictly observed, could result in injury
or loss of life.
Indicates that a particular task must be carried out
according to a certain standard after disassembly and
before re-assembly, otherwise the quality of the
components in question may be adversely affected.
CAUTION
CHECK
POINT
WARNING
Revision Status
Revision
Date of Issue
Description
A
June 20, 2003
Formal first release
B
August 21, 2003
Revision up:
Chapter-3: Error Correction ("3.2.12 Fatal Error" on page 63)
Chapter-4: Error Correction ("4.2.3 C524MAIN Board" on page 74)
Appendix: The part list and the exploded diagram for the FX-2190 are added.
("7.3 Exploded Diagrams" on page 114, "7.4 Parts List" on page 122)
EPSON FX-890/2190
Revision B
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1 PRODUCT DESCRIPTIONS
1.1 Features ................................................................................................................ 9
1.2 Interface ............................................................................................................. 23
1.2.1 Parallel interface (Forward channel) ........................................................... 23
1.2.2 Parallel interface (Reverse channel) ............................................................ 25
1.2.3 USB Interface ............................................................................................. 26
1.2.4 Optional Interface ....................................................................................... 27
1.2.5 Type-B Interface communication specification .......................................... 27
1.2.6 Interface selection ....................................................................................... 28
1.2.7 IEEE1284.4 protocol................................................................................... 29
1.3 Operation ........................................................................................................... 30
1.3.1 Control panel ............................................................................................... 30
1.3.2 Switches ...................................................................................................... 30
1.3.2.1 Operation in Normal Mode .................................................................. 30
1.3.2.2 Operations at Power-on ....................................................................... 31
1.3.2.3 Operation in Default Setting Mode ...................................................... 31
1.3.3 Indicators ( LEDs )...................................................................................... 31
1.3.3.1 Indications in Normal Mode ................................................................ 31
1.3.4 Buzzer ......................................................................................................... 33
1.3.5 Default Setting ............................................................................................ 33
1.3.5.1 Setting Method .................................................................................... 33
1.3.5.2 Setting Items ........................................................................................ 34
1.3.6 EEPROM Clear Function ........................................................................... 35
1.3.7 Bi-D Adjustment ......................................................................................... 36
1.4 Dimensions and Weight ..................................................................................... 37
1.4.1 FX-880T+ Mode ......................................................................................... 41
1.4.1.1 Setting of FX-880T+ mode .................................................................. 41
1.4.1.2 Supported commands .......................................................................... 41
1.4.1.3 Default setting items ............................................................................ 42
1.4.1.4 Printer defaults ..................................................................................... 42
1.4.1.5 Action of the printer ............................................................................ 42
Chapter 2 Operating Principles
2.1 Overview ............................................................................................................. 44
2.1.1 Printer Mechanism ...................................................................................... 45
2.1.1.1 Printhead .............................................................................................. 45
2.1.1.2 Paper Feed Mechanism ........................................................................ 45
2.1.1.3 Carriage Movement Mechanism .......................................................... 45
2.1.1.4 Tractor Feed Mechanism ..................................................................... 45
2.1.1.5 Platen Gap Adjustment Mechanism ..................................................... 45
2.1.1.6 Ribbon Feed Mechanism ..................................................................... 46
2.1.1.7 Sensors ................................................................................................. 46
2.1.2 Circuit Operation......................................................................................... 47
2.1.2.1 C524 MAIN Board .............................................................................. 47
2.1.2.2 C524 PSB/PSE/PSH Power Supply Circuit ......................................... 50
Chapter 3 Troubleshooting
3.1 Overview ............................................................................................................. 53
3.1.1 Specified Tools ........................................................................................... 53
3.1.2 Procedure for Troubleshooting ................................................................... 53
3.1.3 Preliminary Checks ..................................................................................... 54
3.1.4 Error ............................................................................................................ 54
3.2 Troubleshooting Based on Symptoms .............................................................. 55
3.2.1 Printer fails to operate when power is turned on ......................................... 55
3.2.2 No LED on Control Panel lights up even with power turned on ................. 56
3.2.3 Abnormal operation of Carriage at power on .............................................. 56
3.2.4 Abnormal paper feeding .............................................................................. 57
3.2.5 Printing is faulty during self-test, but carriage operation is normal ............ 58
3.2.6 Abnormal operation of Control Panel ......................................................... 59
3.2.7 Abnormal on-line operation (normal self-printing, though) ........................ 59
3.2.8 Abnormal operation of ribbon ..................................................................... 60
3.2.9 Abnormal operation of Carriage Unit ......................................................... 61
3.2.10 Faulty print ................................................................................................ 62
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3.2.11 Electrical Noise ......................................................................................... 62
3.2.12 Fatal Error ................................................................................................. 63
3.3 Troubleshooting for Individual Units .............................................................. 64
3.3.1 Main Component Checking Point ............................................................... 64
Chapter 4 Disassembly and Assembly
4.1 Overview ............................................................................................................. 66
4.1.1 Disassembly Precautions ............................................................................ 66
4.1.2 Tools and Instruments ................................................................................. 66
4.1.3 Service Check After Repair ........................................................................ 67
4.1.3.1 Abbreviations for Small Parts .............................................................. 68
4.2 Main Components Disassembly ........................................................................ 69
4.2.1 Pre-disassembly Procedures ........................................................................ 70
4.2.2 Upper Housing ............................................................................................ 72
4.2.3 C524MAIN Board ...................................................................................... 74
4.2.4 C524PSB/PSE/PSH Board .......................................................................... 76
4.3 Printer Mechanism Disassembly ...................................................................... 77
4.3.1 Printhead ..................................................................................................... 77
4.3.2 HP (Home Position) Detector ..................................................................... 78
4.3.3 Platen .......................................................................................................... 79
4.3.4 Printer Mechanism ...................................................................................... 80
4.3.5 CR Motor .................................................................................................... 81
4.3.6 PF Motor ..................................................................................................... 83
4.3.7 PF Gear Train .............................................................................................. 84
4.3.8 PG (Platen Gap) Detector ........................................................................... 86
4.3.9 Release Detector ......................................................................................... 86
4.3.10 Front PE (Paper End) Detector ................................................................. 87
4.3.11 Rear PE Detector....................................................................................... 87
4.3.12 Carriage Assembly .................................................................................... 88
4.3.13 Rear Paper Guide Assembly ..................................................................... 90
4.3.14 Ribbon Drive (RD) Assembly ................................................................... 92
5.2.1 Platen Gap Adjustment ............................................................................... 95
5.3 Adjustment Program ......................................................................................... 97
5.3.1 Preparation .................................................................................................. 97
5.3.1.1 System Requirement ............................................................................ 97
5.3.1.2 Installation ........................................................................................... 97
5.3.1.3 Running the Program ........................................................................... 97
Chapter 6 Maintenance
6.1 Overview ............................................................................................................. 99
6.1.1 Preventive Maintenance .............................................................................. 99
6.2 Lubrication ....................................................................................................... 100
Chapter 7 Appendix
7.1 Connector Summary ....................................................................................... 105
7.2 Electric Circuit Diagrams ............................................................................... 108
7.3 Exploded Diagrams ......................................................................................... 114
7.4 Parts List .......................................................................................................... 122
Chapter 5 Adjustment
5.1 Adjustment Overview ........................................................................................ 94
5.1.1 Required Adjustment .................................................................................. 94
5.1.2 Adjustment Tools ........................................................................................ 94
5.2 Adjusting and Resetting the Printer ................................................................ 95
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CHAPTER
PRODUCT DESCRIPTIONS
EPSON FX-890/2190
Revision B
1.1 Features
EPSON FX-890/2190 is a small-foot 18-pin serial impact dot matrix printer.
HARDWARE SPECIFICATIONS
Print method : Impact Dot Matrix
Number of pins : 18 pins
Print pin arrangement : 9 pins x 2 files
Print pin diameter : 0.29 mm (0.0114 inch)
Color : Black ink ribbon
Print Direction : Bi-direction with logic seeking
RESOLUTION
Table 1-1. Resolution ( dpi )
PRINTING SPEED
Table 1-2. Printing Speed (cps) and Printable Columns
Printing Mode
Character
Pitch
Printable Columns
Printing Speed
FX-890
FX-2190
Normal
Copy
Ultra Speed Draft
10 cpi
80
136
566
489
12 cpi
96
163
680
571
High Speed Draft
10 cpi
80
136
559
476
12 cpi
96
163
627
539
15 cpi
120
204
629
520
High Speed Draft
Condensed
17 cpi
137
233
595
463
20 cpi
160
272
541
419
Draft
10 cpi
80
136
419
347
12 cpi
96
163
503
416
15 cpi
120
204
405
314
Draft Condensed
17 cpi
137
233
359
300
20 cpi
160
272
419
350
Draft Emphasized
10 cpi
80
136
209
173
NLQ
10 cpi
80
136
104.6
87.5
12 cpi
96
163
125.9
105.0
15 cpi
120
204
100.8
78.5
17 cpi
137
233
89.7
38.5
20 cpi
160
272
104.6
44.9
Note1: When the power supply voltage drops to the lower limit, the printer stops printing and
then starts printing remains on that line again more slowly than before.
2: When the head temperature rises to the upper limit, the printer stops printing. When the
head temperature falls to the normal level, the printer starts printing again more slowly
than before.
Printing Mode
Horizontal Density
Vertical
Density
Adjacent Dot
Print
Ultra Speed Draft
10 cpi
80 dpi
72 dpi
No
Ultra Speed Draft
12 cpi
84 dpi
72 dpi
No
High Speed Draft
10 cpi
90 dpi
72 dpi
No
High Speed Draft
12 cpi
96 dpi
72 dpi
No
Draft
120 dpi
72 dpi
No
Draft Condensed
240 dpi
72 dpi
No
Draft Emphasized
120 dpi
72 dpi
Yes
NLQ
240 dpi
144 dpi
No
Bit Image
60, 72, 80, 90 or 120 dpi
72 dpi
Yes
120 or 240 dpi
72 dpi
No
EPSON FX-890/2190
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FEEDING METHOD
Friction feed : Front, Rear
Push tractor feed : Front, Rear
Push & Pull tractor feed : Front, Rear
Pull tractor feed : Front, Rear, Bottom
FEED SPEED
Normal mode
4.23 mm (1/6 inch feed)
Continuous feed
62 msec
0.127 MPS (m/sec)
[5.0 IPS (inches/sec)]
Copy mode
4.23 mm (1/6 inch feed)
Continuous feed
83 msec
0.078 MPS (m/sec)
[3.1 IPS (inches/sec)]
FEEDER
Front push tractor
Rear push tractor
CSF Bin 1 / Bin 2 (Option)
Pull tractor ( Option )
Roll paper holder (Option)
PAPER SPECIFICATIONS
Table 1-3. Cut Sheet (Single sheet, Not multi part) FX-890
FX-890
Front Entry
Rear Entry
Manual
Manual
High-Capacity
CSF
Single-Bin CSF
Min.
Max.
Min.
Max.
Min.
Max.
Min.
Max.
Width
(inch)
(mm)
(3.9)
100
(10.1)
257
(3.9)
100
(10.1)
257
(3.9)
100
(8.5)
216
(7.2)
182
(8.5)
216
Length
(inch)
(mm)
(3.9)
100
(14.3)
364
(3.9)
100
(14.3)
364
(3.9)
100
(14.3)
364
(8.3)
210
(14.3)
364
Thickness
(inch)
(mm)
(0.0025)
0.065
(0.0055)
0.14
(0.0025)
0.065
(0.0055)
0.14
(0.0028)
0.07
(0.0055)
0.14
(0.0028)
0.07
(0.0055)
0.14
Weight
(g/m2)
(lb)
52
(14)
90
(24)
52
(14)
90
(24)
64
(18)
90
(24)
64
(18)
90
(24)
CSF Capacity
---
---
185 sheets with the
form 64 g/m2 (17lb)
*1
60 sheets with the form
64 g/m2 (17lb)
*2
150 sheets with the
form 82 g/m2 (22lb)
*1
50 sheets with the form
82 g/m2 (22lb)
*2
Quality
Plain paper, Reclaimed paper
Not curled, not folded, not crumpled
Note : Printing on reclaimed paper is available only under normal temperature and humidity
conditions.
Note “*1”: When using High-Capacity CSF, paper total thickness is below 15 mm.
“*2” : When using Single-Bin CSF, paper total thickness is below 5 mm.
EPSON FX-890/2190
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Table 1-4. Cut Sheet (Single sheet, Not multi part) FX-2190
FX-2190
Front Entry
Rear Entry
Manual
Manual
High-Capacity
CSF
Single-Bin CSF
Min.
Max.
Min.
Max.
Min.
Max.
Min.
Max.
Width
(inch)
(mm)
(3.9)
100
(16.5)
420
(3.9)
100
(16.5)
420
(3.9)
100
(16.5)
420
(7.2)
182
(16.5)
420
Length
(inch)
(mm)
(3.9)
100
(16.5)
420
(3.9)
100
(16.5)
420
(3.9)
100
(16.5)
420
(8.3)
210
(14.3)
364
Thickness (inch)
(mm)
(0.0025)
0.065
(0.0055)
0.14
(0.0025)
0.065
(0.0055)
0.14
(0.0028)
0.07
(0.0055)
0.14
(0.0028)
0.07
(0.0055)
0.14
Weight
(g/m2)
(lb)
52
(14)
90
(24)
52
(14)
90
(24)
64
(18)
90
(24)
64
(18)
90
(24)
CSF Capacity
---
---
185 sheets with the
form 64 g/m2 (17lb)
*1
60 sheets with the form
64 g/m2 (17lb)
*2
150 sheets with the
form 82 g/m2 (22lb)
*1
50 sheets with the form
82 g/m2 (22lb)
*2
Quality
Plain paper, Reclaimed paper
Not curled, not folded, not crumpled
Note : Printing on reclaimed paper is available only under normal temperature and humidity
conditions
Note “*1”: When using High-Capacity CSF, paper total thickness is below 15 mm.
“*2” : When using Single-Bin CSF, paper total thickness is below 5 mm.
Table 1-5. Cut Sheet (Multi part) FX-890
FX-890
Front Entry
Rear Entry
Manual
Manual / High-Capacity
CSF / Single-Bin CSF
Minimum
Maximum
Minimum
Maximum
Width
(inch)
(3.9)
(10.1)
-----
-----
(mm)
100
257
Length
(inch)
(3.9)
(14.3)
-----
-----
(mm)
100
364
Copies
1 original + 5 copies
-----
Total thickness
(inch)
(0.0047)
(0.018)
-----
-----
(mm)
0.12
0.46
Weight
(g/m2)
40
58
-----
-----
(one sheet of multi part)
(lb)
(12)
(15)
Quality
Plain paper, Reclaimed paper
Not curled, not folded,
not crumpled
-----
Jointing
Line glue at the top side of form
-----
-----
Note1: Type of paper of multi-part forms should be Carbonless. Don’t use Carbon-backed and
Carbon-interleaved.
2: Type of paper of line glue at the top should be set jointing side of paper horizontally.
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Table 1-6. Cut Sheet (Multi part) FX-2190
FX-2190
Front Entry
Rear Entry
Manual
Manual / High-Capacity CSF
/ Single-Bin CSF
Minimum
Maximum
Minimum
Maximum
Width
(inch)
(3.9)
(16.5)
-----
-----
(mm)
100
420
Length
(inch)
(3.9)
(16.5)
-----
-----
(mm)
100
420
Copies
1 original + 5 copies
-----
Total thickness
(inch)
(0.0047)
(0.018)
-----
-----
(mm)
0.12
0.46
Weight
(g/m2)
40
58
-----
-----
(one sheet of multi part)
(lb)
(12)
(15)
Quality
Plain paper, Reclaimed paper
Not curled, not folded,
not crumpled
-----
Jointing
Line glue at the top side of
form
-----
-----
Note 1: Type of paper of multi-part forms should be Crbonless. Don’t use Carbon-backed and
Carbon-interleaved.
2: Type of paper of line glue at the top should be set jointing side of paper horizontally.
Table 1-7. Card
FX-890
&
FX-2190
Front Entry
Rear Entry
Manual
Manual
High-Capacity
CSF
Single-Bin
CSF
Min.
Max.
Min.
Max.
Min.
Max.
Min.
Max.
Width
(inch)
(mm)
(3.9)
100
(5.8)
148
(3.9)
100
(5.8)
148
(3.9)
100
(5.8)
148
---
---
Length
(inch)
(5.8)
148
(3.9)
100
(5.8)
148
(3.9)
100
(5.8)
148
---
---
(mm)
Thickness
(inch)
(mm)
(0.0087)
0.22
(0.0087)
0.22
(0.0087)
0.22
---
---
Weight
(g/m2)
192
(51)
192
(51)
192
(51)
---
---
(lb)
Quality
Plain paper, Reclaimed paper
Not curled, not folded, not crumpled
Note1: Printing on card is available only under normal temperature and humidity conditions
2: When setting cards, be sure to align their left edge with the matchmark of the sheet
guide.
3: When Paper size is A6 and the sheet is to be set horizontal, it should be inserted from
rear entrance only.
4: When using card, set up card mode.
EPSON FX-890/2190
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Table 1-8. Envelope
FX-890
&
FX-2190
Front Entry
Rear Entry
Manual
Manual
High-Capacity
CSF
Single-Bin
CSF
Min.
Max.
Min.
Max.
Min.
Max.
Min.
Max.
Envelope
(No.6)
Width
(inch)
(mm)
-----
(6.5)
165
-----
Length
(inch)
(mm)
-----
(3.6)
92
-----
Envelope
(No.10)
Width
(inch)
(mm)
-----
(9.5)
241
-----
Length
(inch)
(mm)
-----
(4.1)
105
-----
Total Thickness
(inch)
(mm)
-----
(0.0063)
0.16
(0.0205)
0.52
(0.0063)
0.16
(0.0205)
0.52
-----
-----
The difference of thickness at the printable
area is within 0.25 mm (0.0098 inch)
-----
Weight
(g/m2)
-----
45
90
45
90
-----
(lb)
(12)
(24)
(12)
(24)
CSF capacity
25 sheets (24lb)
----
30 sheets (12lb)
----
Quality
-----
BOND paper, PLAIN paper or AIR
MAIL
No glue at a flap
Not curled, not folded, not crumpled
-----
Note 1: Printing on envelope is available only under normal temperature and humidity
conditions
2: Set the longer side of envelope horizontally.
3: When setting envelopes of No. 6 paper size, be sure to align their left edge with the
matchmark of the sheet guide.
4: Envelope should be inserted from rear entrance only.
5: Except for AIRMAIL, the sheets stacked must not exceed 4 sheets.
6: Printing is allowed only on the front side; printing on the back side is impossible.
Table 1-9. Handling possible cut sheets of fixed forms
(single sheet/multi-part) with FX-890
Size
Direction
A3
B4
A4
B5
A5
A6
Envelope
Rear Entry
(manual)
Vertical
---/---
/---
/---
/---
/---
/---
---
Horizontal
---/---
---/---
---/---
/---
/---
/---
Front Entry
(manual)
Vertical
---/---
/ /
/ / /
---
Horizontal
---/---
---/---
---/---
/ / /
---
High-Capacity CSF
Vertical
---/---
---/---
/---
/---
/---
/---
---
Horizontal
---/---
---/---
---/---
/---
/---
/---
Single-Bin CSF
Vertical
---/---
---/---
/---
/---
---
---
---
Horizontal
---/---
---/---
---/---
---/---
---
---
---
Table 1-10. Handling possible cut sheets of fixed forms
(single sheet/multi-part) with FX-2190
Size
Direction
A3
B4
A4
B5
A5
A6
Envelope
Rear Entry
(manual)
Vertical
/---
/---
/---
/---
/---
/---
---
Horizontal
/---
/---
/---
/---
/---
/---
Front Entry
(manual)
Vertical
/ / /
/ /
/
---
Horizontal
/ / /
/ /
/
---
High-Capacity CSF
Vertical
TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD TBD
TBD
Horizontal
TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD TBD
TBD
Single-Bin CSF
Vertical
TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD TBD
TBD
Horizontal
TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD
TBD TBD
TBD
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Table 1-11. Continuous paper (Single sheet and Multi Part) FX-890
FX-890
Bottom/Front/Rear Entry
Minimum
Maximum
Width
(inch)
(4)
(10)
(mm)
101.6
254
Length (one page)
(inch)
(4)
(22)
(mm)
101.6
558.8
Copies
1 original + 5 copies *
Total thickness
(inch)
(0.0025)
(0.018)
(mm)
0.065
0.46
Weight
(g/m2)
52
82
(not multi part)
(lb)
(14)
(22)
Weight
(g/m2)
40
58
(one sheet of multi part)
(lb)
(12)
(15)
Quality
Plain paper, Reclaimed paper
Carbonless multi part paper
Not break, without wrinkle, without tear,
without turn over
Jointing
Point glue or paper staple(both side)
Note “*” : When pull tractor is used, 1 original + 6 copies are available only under normal
temperature and humidity conditions.
Table 1-12. Continuous paper (Single sheet and Multi Part) FX-1190
FX-2190
Bottom/Front/Rear Entry
Minimum
Maximum
Width
(inch)
(4)
(16)
(mm)
101.6
406.4
Length (one page)
(inch)
(4)
(22)
(mm)
101.6
558.8
Copies
1 original + 5 copies *
Total thickness
(inch)
(0.0025)
(0.018)
(mm)
0.065
0.46
Weight
(g/m2)
52
82
(not multi part)
(lb)
(14)
(22)
Weight
(g/m2)
40
58
(one sheet of multi part)
(lb)
(12)
(15)
Quality
Plain paper, Reclaimed paper
Carbonless multi part paper
Not break, without wrinkle, without tear,
without turn over
Jointing
Point glue or paper staple(both side)
Note “*” : When pull tractor is used, 1 original + 6 copies are available only under normal
temperature and humidity conditions.
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Table 1-13. Labels (FX-890)
FX-890
Bottom/Front Entry
Rear Entry
Minimum
Maximum
Minimum
Maximum
Label size
See Figure 1-1 below.
-----
Base sheet width
(inch)
(mm)
(4)
101.6
(10)
254
-----
-----
Base sheet length
(one page)
(inch)
(mm)
(4)
101.6
(22)
558.8
-----
-----
Base sheet
Thickness
(inch)
(mm)
(0.0028)
0.07
(0.0035)
0.09
-----
-----
Total thickness
(inch)
(mm)
(0.0063)
0.16
(0.0075)
0.19
-----
-----
Label weight
(g/m2)
(lb)
64
(17)
-----
Quality
Plain paper or the same quality
labels
-----
Note 1: Printing on labels is available only under normal temperature and humidity conditions.
2: The base sheet of labels must be continuous paper.
3: Labels should be inserted from bottom or front entrance.
4: Do not pull out paper from backward.
5: No label paper should be left on the printer when the printer is not used.
6: Do not print on the base sheet of labels.
7: Do not use cut sheet labels.
Table 1-14. Labels (FX-2190)
FX-2190
Bottom/Front Entry
Rear Entry
Minimum
Maximum
Minimum
Maximum
Label size
See Figure 1-1 below.
-----
Base sheet width
(inch)
(mm)
(4)
101.6
(16)
406.4
-----
-----
Base sheet length
(one page)
(inch)
(mm)
(4)
101.6
(22)
558.8
-----
-----
Base sheet
Thickness
(inch)
(mm)
(0.0028)
0.07
(0.0035)
0.09
-----
-----
Total thickness
(inch)
(mm)
(0.0063)
0.16
(0.0075)
0.19
-----
-----
Label weight
(g/m2)
(lb)
64
(17)
-----
Quality
Plain paper or the same quality
labels
-----
Note1: Printing on labels is available only under normal temperature and humidity conditions.
2: The base sheet of labels must be continuous paper.
3: Labels should be inserted from bottom or front entrance.
4: Don’t pull out paper from backward.
5: No label paper should be left on the printer when the printer is not used.
6: Don’t print on the base sheet of labels.
7: Don't use cut sheet labels.
Figure 1-1. Label Size
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Table 1-15. Roll Paper
FX-890&
FX-2190
Bottom/Front Entry
Rear Entry
Minimum
Maximum
Minimum
Maximum
Width
(inch)
(mm)
-----
(8.5)
216
Length
(inch)
(mm)
-----
-----
Diameter
(inch)
(mm)
-----
(5)
127 mm
Thickness
(inch)
(mm)
-----
(0.0028)
0.07
(0.0035)
0.09
Weight
(g/m2)
(lb)
-----
52
(14)
82
(22)
Quality
-----
Plain paper, not curled, not
folded, not crumpled
Note 1: Roll paper must be set on the roll paper holder (option).
2: Roll paper should be inserted from rear entrance only.
3: Release lever position should be friction.
CHARACTER TABLES
Standard version : 13 tables
NLSP version : 42 tables
International character sets : 13 countries
INPUT BUFFER
128 Kbyte
TYPEFACE
Bit map font
◼
EPSON Draft : 10 cpi, 12 cpi, 15 cpi
◼
EPSON Roman : 10 cpi, 12 cpi, 15 cpi, Proportional
◼
EPSON Sans Serif : 10 cpi, 12 cpi, 15 cpi, Proportional
◼
EPSON OCR-B : 10 cpi *
Bar code fonts:
EAN-13, EAN-8, Interleaved 2 of 5, UPC-A, UPC-E, Code 39, Code 128,
POSTNET, Coda bar (NW-7)*, Industrial 2 of 5*, Matrix 2 of 5*
NOTE: “*”: These fonts are not described in user’s manual.
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ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATION
Table 1-16. 120V Version
Table 1-17. 230V Version
Table 1-18. UPS Version
Rated voltage range
AC 100 to AC240V
Input voltage range
AC 90 to 264V
Rated frequency range
50 to 60 Hz
Input frequency range
49.5 to 60.5 Hz
Rated current
1.1 A (Max. 3.0 A)
Power consumption
Approx.56 W (ISO/IEC 10561 Letter pattern)
Approx. 4.0 W in sleep mode *
0 W in power off mode
Energy Star compliant
Insulation resistance
10 M min. (between AC line and chassis, DC 500 V)
Dielectric strength
AC 1500 V rms. 1 min. ( between AC line and chassis)
Note “*” : Upon a lapse of 5 minutes under the following conditions, the printer enters sleep
mode:
•
Not in Pause, not in error status
•
There is no data in input buffer.
Rated voltage
AC 120 V
Input voltage range
AC 103.5 to 132 V
Rated frequency range
50 to 60 Hz
Input frequency range
49.5 to 60.5 Hz
Rated current
1.1 A (Max. 2.5 A)
Power consumption
Approx.53 W (ISO/IEC 10561 Letter pattern)
Approx. 3.5 W in sleep mode *
0 W in power off mode
Energy Star compliant
Insulation resistance
10 M min. (between AC line and chassis, DC 500 V)
Dielectric strength
AC 1000 V rms. 1 min. or AC 1200 V rms. 1 sec.
(between AC line and chassis)
Rated voltage range
AC 220 to 240 V
Input voltage range
AC 198 to 264 V
Rated frequency range
50 to 60 Hz
Input frequency range
49.5 to 60.5 Hz
Rated current
0.6 A (Max. 1.3A)
Power consumption
Approx. 53 W (ISO/IEC 10561 Letter pattern)
Approx. 3.5 W in sleep mode *
0 W in power off mode
Energy Star compliant
Insulation resistance
10 M min. (between AC line and chassis, DC 500 V)
Dielectric strength
AC 1500 V rms. 1 min. (between AC line and chassis)
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ACOUSTIC NOISE
Level: 55 dB(A) (ISO 7779 pattern)
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
Temperature : 5 to 35C (operating, *1)
15 to 25C (operating,
*1,*2
)
-30 to 60C (non-operating)
Humidity : 10 to 80 % RH (operating, *1)
30 to 60 % RH (operating,
*1,*2
)
0 to 85 % RH (non-operating)
Resistance to shock : 1 G, within 1ms (operating)
2 G, within 2ms (non-operating)
Resistance to vibration : 0.25 G, 10 to 55 Hz (operating)
0.50 G, 10 to 55 Hz (non-operating)
*1: without condensation
*2: during printing on reclaimed paper, multi part paper, envelope, label or roll paper
RELIABILITY
Total print volume (MVBF) 52 million lines (except print head)
MTBF 20000 POH (25% Duty)
Print head life 400 million strokes/wire
(Approx. 400 million characters (Draft 10 cpi, 14 dots/
character))
RIBBON CARTRIDGE
<FX-890>
Type Fabric
Color Black
Ribbon dimensions 13 mm (W) x 17 M (L) Endless
Ribbon life Approximately 7.5 million characters
(Draft 10 cpi, 14 dots / character)
Cartridge dimensions 287 mm (W) x 30 mm (H) x 77 mm (D)
<FX-2190>
Type Fabric
Color Black
Ribbon dimensions 13 mm (W) x 19 M (L) Endless
Ribbon life Approximately 12 million characters
(Draft 10 cpi, 14 dots / character)
Cartridge dimensions 468.5 mm (W) x 34 mm (H) x 78 mm (D)
SAFETY APPROVALS
120 V version
◼
Safety standards UL 1950, CSA C22.2 No. 950
◼
EMI FCC part 15 subpart B class B, CSA C108.8 class B
230 V version
◼
Safety standards EN60950
◼
EMI EN55022 ( CISRP pub.22 ) class B
AS/NZS.3548 class B
UPS Version
◼
Safety standards UL 1950, CSA C22.2 No. 950
EN60950
◼
EMI FCC part 15 subpart B class B, CSA C108.8 class B
EN55022 (CISPR pub. 22) class B
AS/NZS 3548 class B
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CE MARKING
230 V version & UPS version
◼
Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC: EN60950
◼
EMC Directive 89/336/EEC: EN55022 class B
EN61000-3-2
EN61000-3-3
EN55024
INTERFACE
◼
Bi-directional parallel interface (IEEE-1284 nibble mode supported)
◼
USB (ver1.1) I/F
◼
Type-B I/F level 2 (Option)
CONTROL CODE
◼
ESC/P
◼
IBM PPDS emulation
EXPENDABLES & OPTIONS
Table 1-19. Expendables & Option
Expendables
Code No.
FX-890
FX-2190
Ribbon cartridge (Black)
S015329
S015327
Options
High capacity cut sheet feeder (Bin 1)
C80638*
C80640*
Single bin cut sheet feeder (Bin 2)
C80637*
C80639*
Pull tractor unit
C80020*
C80021*
Roll paper holder
#8310
#8310
Front sheet guide
C81400*
C81401*
Front paper guide
C81402*
C81403*
Serial Interface card
C82305* / C82306*
C82305* / C82306*
32KB intelligent serial Interface card
C82307* / C82308*
C82307* / C82308*
Local Talk I/F card
C82312*
C82312*
32KB IEEE-488 I/F card
C82313*
C82313*
Coax I/F card
C82314*
C82314*
Twinax I/F card
C82315*
C82315*
IEEE-1284 parallel I/F card
C82345*
C82345*
EpsonNet 10 Base 2/T Int. Print Server
C82362*
C82362*
EpsonNet 10/100 Base Tx Int. Print Server
C82363* *1/C82364*
C82363* *1/C82364*
EpsonNet 10/100 Base Tx Int. Print Server
C82384*
C82384*
EpsonNet 10/100 Base Tx Int. Print Server 2
C82391*
C82391*
EpsonNet 802.11b Wireless Ext. Print Server
C12C82396*
C12C82396*
Note “*1”: When you use Ethernet interface card C82363*, you need to attach the optional
interface adapter (C82525*) to the interface card.
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PRINTABLE AREA
Cut sheets
Figure 1-2. Printable Area for Cut Sheet
Table 1-20. Printable Area for Cut Sheet
Single Sheet / Multi Part
FX-890
FX-2190
PW (Width)
Refer to “PAPER
SPECIFICATIONS” Table 1-3 on
page 10 for single sheet or
Table 1-5 on page 11 for multi
part
Refer to “PAPER
SPECIFICATIONS” Table 1-4 on
page 11 for single sheet or
Table 1-6 on page 12 for multi
part
PL (Length)
LM (Left Margin)
3 mm or more (PW<=209.2 mm)
26.9 mm or more (PW=257 mm)
3 mm or more (PW<=351.4 mm)
37.3 mm or more (PW=420 mm)
RM (Right Margin)
TM (Top Margin)
4.2 mm or more
BM (Bottom Margin)
Note : The maximum horizontal printable area is 203.2 mm (8 inch) for FX-890 or 345.4 mm
(13.6 inch) for FX-2190.
Printable Area
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Envelope Continuous paper
PW
PL
Figure 1-3. Printable Area for Envelope
Table 1-21. Printable Area for Envelope
Figure 1-4. Printable Area for Continuous Paper
Table 1-22. Printable Area for Continuous Paper
Printable Area
LM
RM
TM
BM
Printable Area
Envelope Printable Area
PW (Width)
Refer to “PAPER SPECIFICATIONS” Table 1-8 on page 13
PL (Length)
LM (Left Margin)
3 mm or more
RM (Right Margin)
TM (Top Margin)
4.2 mm or more
BM (Bottom Margin)
Continuous Paper
FX-890
FX-2190
PW (Width)
Refer to “PAPER
SPECIFICATIONS” Table 1-11
on page 14
Refer to “PAPER
SPECIFICATIONS” Table 1-12
on page 14
PL (Length)
LM (Left Margin)
13 mm or more (PW<=241.3mm,
9.5 inches)
26 mm or more (PW=254 mm,
10 inches)
13 mm or more (PW<=377.8mm,
14.875 inches)
26 mm or more (PW=406.4 mm,
16 inches)
RM (Right Margin)
TM (Top Margin)
4.2 mm or more
BM (Bottom Margin)
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RM
PL
BM
6.35mm
or more
Printable area
PW
TM
LM
Label Roll paper
PW
1.2
mm
or more
TM
Figure 1-6. Printable Area for Roll Paper
Figure 1-5. Printable Area for Label
Table 1-23. Printable Area for Label
Table 1-24. Printable Area for Roll Paper
LM RM
Printable area
Roll Paper
PW (Width)
Refer to “PAPER SPECIFICATIONS” Table 1-15 on page 16
PL (Length)
-----
LM (Left Margin)
3 mm or more
RM (Right Margin)
3 mm or more
TM (Top Margin)
4.2 mm or more
BM (Bottom Margin)
-----
Continuous Paper
FX-890
FX-2190
PW (Width)
Refer to “PAPER
SPECIFICATIONS” Table 1-13
on page 15
Refer to “PAPER
SPECIFICATIONS” Table 1-14
on page 15
PL (Length)
LM (Left Margin)
3 mm or more
RM (Right Margin)
TM (Top Margin)
BM (Bottom Margin)
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1.2 Interface
This printer provides bi-directional 8-bit parallel interface, USB interface and Type-B
optional interface slot as standard.
1.2.1 Parallel interface (Forward channel)
Specifications
◼
Transmission mode: 8 bit parallel, IEEE-1284 compatibility mode
◼
Adaptable connector: 57-30360 (Amphenol) or equivalent
◼
Synchronization: -STROBE pulse
◼
Handshaking : BUSY and -ACKNLG signals
◼
Signal level: TTL compatible (IEEE-1284 level 1 device)
Table 1-25. Connector pin assignment (Forward channel)
Table 1-25. Connector pin assignment (Forward channel) (continued)
Pin
No.
Signal
Name
Return
GND
Pin
IN/
Out*
Function description
12
PE
28
Out
This signal’s high level means that the printer is in
a state of paper-out error.
13
SLCT
28
Out
Always at high level when the power to the printer
is on.
14
-AFXT
30
In
Not used.
31
-INIT
30
In
This signal’s negative pulse initializes printer.
32
-ERROR
29
Out
This signal’s low level means the printer is in a
state of error.
36
-SLIN
30
In
Not used.
18
Logic H
-
Out
This line is pulled up to +5 V through 3.9 k
resistor.
35
+5 V
-
Out
This line is pulled up to +5 V through 1.0 k
resistor.
17
Chassis
-
-
Chassis GND.
16, 33
19-30
GND
-
-
Signal GND.
15, 34
NC
-
-
Not connected.
Note : In/Out shows the direction of signal flow from the printer’s point of view.
Pin
No.
Signal
Name
Return
GND
Pin
IN/
Out*
Function description
1
-STROBE
19
In
Strobe pulse. Input data is latched at falling edge of
the signal.
2
DATA1
20
In
Parallel input data to the printer. bit 0: LSB
3
DATA2
21
In
bit 1
4
DATA3
22
In
bit 2
5
DATA4
23
In
bit 3
6
DATA5
24
In
bit 4
7
DATA6
25
In
bit 5
8
DATA7
26
In
bit 6
9
DATA8
27
In
bit 7: MSB
10 -ACKNLG
28 Out
This signal (negative pulse) indicates that the
printer has received data and is ready to accept next
one.
11
BUSY
29
Out
This signal’s high level means that the printer is not
ready to accept data.
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Data transmission timing
DATA
-STROBE
BUSY
-ACKNLG
Figure 1-7. Data transmission timing
Table 1-26. Parameters
Note “*1”: Rise and fall time of output signals
“*2” : Rise and fall time of input signals
BUSY signal is active (high level) under any of the following conditions:
◼
In the process of receiving data
◼
Input buffer full
◼
-INT signal active (low level)
◼
During hardware initialization
◼
-ERROR or PE signal active (low level or high level, respectively)
◼
In the self test mode
◼
In the adjustment mode
◼
In the default-setting mode
-ERROR signal is active (low level) under any of the following conditions:
◼
In the condition of the printer hardware error (fatal error)
◼
In the condition of the paper-out error
◼
In the condition of the release lever error
◼
In the condition of the cover open error
◼
In the condition of the paper eject error
PE signal is active (high level) under the following condition:
◼
In the condition of paper-out error
data byte n
t hold
data byte n+1
t stb
t next
t busy
t reply
t ack
t nbusy
t ready
t setup
Parameter
Minimum
Maximum
t setup
500 nsec
_
t hold
500 nsec
_
t stb
500 nsec
_
t ready 0 _
t busy
_
500 nsec
t reply _ _
t ack
500 nsec
10 us
t nbusy 0 _
t next 0 _
t tout*
1
_
120 nsec
t tin*
2
_
200 nsec
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1.2.2 Parallel interface (Reverse channel)
Specifications
◼
Transmission mode : IEEE-1284 nibble mode
◼
Adaptable connector: 57-30360 (Amphenol) or equivalent
◼
Synchronization : Refer to the IEEE-1284 specification
◼
Handshaking : Refer to the IEEE-1284 specification
◼
Signal level: TTL compatible (IEEE-1284 level 1 device)
◼
Data transmission timing : Refer to the IEEE-1284 specification
◼
Extensibility request : The printer responds to the extensibility request in
the affirmative, when the request is 00H or 04H,
which mean;
00H : Request nibble mode of reverse channel transfer
04H : Request device ID in nibble mode of reverse channel transfer
Device ID: The printer sends the following device ID string when it is requested
◼
FX-890
When IEEE1284.4 is enabled,
When IEEE1284.4 is disabled,
◼
FX-2190
When IEEE1284.4 is enabled,
When IEEE1284.4 is disabled,
[00H][4CH]
MFG:EPSON;
CMD:ESCP9,PRPII9,BDC,D4;
MDL:FX-890;
CLS:PRINTER;
DES:EPSON[SP]FX-890;
[00H][4EH]
MFG:EPSON;
CMD:ESCP9,PRPII9,BDC,D4;
MDL:FX-2190;
CLS:PRINTER;
DES:EPSON[SP]FX-2190;
[00H][4BH]
MFG:EPSON;
CMD:ESCP9,PRPII9,BDC;
MDL:FX-2190;
CLS:PRINTER;
DES:EPSON[SP]FX-2190;
[00H][49H]
MFG:EPSON;
CMD:ESCP9,PRPII9,BDC;
MDL:FX-890;
CLS:PRINTER;
DES:EPSON[SP]FX-890;
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Table 1-27. Connector pin assignment (Reverse channel)
1.2.3 USB Interface
Specifications
◼
Standard: Based on
“Universal Serial Bus Specifications
Revision 1.1”
“Universal Serial Bus Device Class
Definition for Printing Devices Version 1.1”
◼
Bit rate : 12 Mbps (Full Speed Device)
◼
Data encording : NRZI
◼
Adaptable connector : USB Series B
◼
Recommended cable length : 2 meters
Connector pin assignment and signals :
Table 1-28. Connector pin assignment
Pin No.
Signal name
In/Out
Function description
1
VCC
-
Cable power. Maximum power consumption is
100mA 2 -Data
Bi-directional
Data 3 +Data
Bi-directional
Data, pull up to +3.3V via 1.5K resistor
4
Ground
-
Cable ground
Pin #2
Pin #3
Pin #1
Pin #4
Note : In/Out refers to the direction of signal flow from the printer’s point of view.
Figure 1-8. USB Interface connector pin assignment
Pin No.
Signal Name
Return
GND
Pin
IN/
Out*
Function description
1
HostClk
19
In
Host clock signal.
2
DATA1
20
In
Parallel input data to the printer. bit 0: LSB
3
DATA2
21
In
bit 1
4
DATA3
22
In
bit 2
5
DATA4
23
In
bit 3
6
DATA5
24
In
bit 4
7
DATA6
25
In
bit 5
8
DATA7
26
In
bit 6
9
DATA8
27
In
bit 7: MSB
10
PtrClk
28
Out
Printer clock signal.
11
PtrBusy /
DataBit-3,7
29
Out
Printer busy signal and reverse channel transfer
data bit 3 or 7.
12
AckDataReq /
DataBit-2,6
28
Out
Acknowledge data request signal and reverse
channel transfer data bit 2 or 6.
13
Xflag /
DataBit-1,5
28
Out
X-flag signal and reverse channel
transfer data bit 1 or 5.
14
HostBusy
30
In
Host Busy signal.
31
-INIT
30
In
Not used.
32
-DataAvail /
DataBit-0,4
29
Out
Data Available signal and reverse channel transfer
data bit 0 or 4.
36
1284-Active
30
In
1284 active signal.
18
Logic-H
-
Out
This line is pulled up to +5 V through 3.9 k
resistor.
35
+5 V
-
Out
This line is pulled up to +5 V through 1.0 k
resistor.
17
Chassis
-
-
Chassis GND.
16, 33
19-30
GND
-
-
Signal GND.
15, 34
NC
-
-
Not connected.
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1.2.4 Optional Interface
Type-B optional interface cards are available.
Table 1-29. FX -890
Reply message
ESC/P
IBM PPDS
Main-Type
MT9p, PW80c110cpi,
PRG(Wxxxxx)rev, AP500ma
MT9p, PW80c110cpi,
PRG(Wxxxxx)rev, AP500ma
Product-Name
FX-890
FX-890
Emulation-Type
ESCP9, PRPII9, BDC
ESCP9, PRPII9, BDC
Entity-Type
EPSONFX
EPSONPRPII9
Table 1-30. FX-2190
1.2.5 Type-B Interface communication specification
Reply for Optional command
(*: Reply for Type-B I/F Level 2 device: not described in user's manual)
Table 1-31. Reply for Optional command
Reply message
ESC/P
IBM PPDS
Main-Type
MT9p, PW136c110cpi,
PRG(Wxxxxx)rev, AP500ma
MT9p, PW136c110cpi,
PRG(Wxxxxx)rev, AP500ma
Product-Name
FX-2190
FX-2190
Emulation-Type
ESCP9, PRPII9, BDC
ESCP9, PRPII9, BDC
Entity-Type
EPSONFX
EPSONPRPII9
Option command
number
Command name
Reply-A
Reply-B
00h
No-operation
-----
-----
01h
Start Hardware Reset
Accept*
Execute OK*
02h
Start Software Reset
Reject
-----
03h
Send Main System Type
Accept
Execute OK
04h
Send Name Data
Reject
-----
05h
Inquire Name Data
Accept
Execute OK
06h
Send Product Name
Accept
Execute OK
07h
Send Software Emulation Type
Accept
Execute OK
08h
Complete Buffered Data
Accept
Execute OK
09h
Stop Procedure
Reject
-----
0Ah
Return Buffered Data
Reject
-----
0Bh
Send Entity Type
Accept
Execute OK
0Ch
Send Status
Accept
Execute OK
0Dh
Quit Procedure
Reject
-----
0Eh
Inquire ASCII Message
Reject
-----
0Fh
Send ASCII Message
Accept
Execute OK
10h
(Reserved)
Unknown
-----
11h
Send All Entity Type
Reject
-----
12h
Inquire Protocol
Reject
-----
13h
(Reserved)
Unknown
-----
14h
Inquire Emergency Message
Accept
Execute OK
15h
Send Emergency Reply
Accept
Execute OK
16h-17h
(Reserved)
Unknown
-----
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Main command
Table 1-32. Main command
1.2.6 Interface selection
The printer has 3 interfaces; the parallel interface, USB interface and Type-B optional
interface. These interfaces are selected manually by Default Setting or selected
automatically.
Manual selection
One of the three interfaces can be selected by Default Setting.
Automatic selection
The automatic interface selection is enabled by Default Setting. In this automatic
interface selection mode, the printer is initialized to the idle state scanning which
interface receives data at power-on. Then the interface that receives data first is
selected. When the host stops data transfer and the printer is in the stand-by state
for the period of seconds specified by Default Setting, the printer is returned to the
idle state. As long as the host sends data or the printer interface is the busy state,
the selected interface is let as it is.
Interface state and interface selection
Back Ground Job command: Response
“0x00”: get device ID Normal response
“0x01”: get all status Normal response
“0x02”~“0x3F” Processing impossible response
A bit rate available by Serial I/F card :
19200bps, 9600bps, 4800bps, 2400bps, 1200bps, 600bps, 300bps
When the parallel interface is not selected, the interface gets info a busy state.
When the Type-B serial interface card is installed and it is not selected, the
interface sends XOFF and sets the DTR signal MARK. When the optional
interface is not selected, the printer sets “OFFLINE” bit of MNSTS register to the
optional interface. When the printer is initialized or returned to the idle state, the
parallel interface got into a ready state, the serial interface sends XON and sets the
DTR SPACE and the printer resets “OFFLINE” bit of MNSTS register to the
optional interface. Note that the interrupt signal such as a -INIT signal on the
parallel interface is not effective while that interface is not selected.
Preventing Hosts from Data Transfer Timeout
Generally, hosts abandons data transfer to peripherals when a peripheral is in the
busy state for dozens of seconds continuously. To prevent hosts from this kind of
timeout, the printer receives data very slowly, several bytes per minute, even if the
printer is in the busy state. This slowdown is started when the rest of the input
buffer becomes several thousands of bytes. At last, when the input buffer is full,
the printer is in the busy state continuously.
IEEE1284.4 on the parallel interface and on the USB interface do not require this
function.
Option command
number
Command name
Sending Timing
01h
Start Software Reset
• Init signal on the std. parallel
• Type-B I/F Option command : 01h
• Panel Reset
• Cold start
02h
Send Option Type
• Deciding the level of Type-B I/F
after power on
04h
Send Name Data
• Type-B I/F Option command: 05h
07h
Inquire Software Emulation Type
• Changing control language
0Eh
Inquire ASCII Message
• Writing to DBIN-register
14h
Inquire Emergency Reply
• Reply for Back Ground Job
command response
15h
Send Emergency Message
• Receive back Ground Job
command
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1.2.7 IEEE1284.4 protocol
The packet protocol described by IEEE1284.4 is supported on the parallel I/F.
Two function modes of IEEE1284.4 protocol, “Off” and “Auto”, are available and
one of them is selected according to the value of Default setting. (See Section
1.3.5. Default Setting).
NOTE:Packet protocol option “Off” &“Auto” in Default setting mode are effective in
not only parallel I/F but also USB I/F.
Auto: Communication is carried out in the convetional mode until a magic
string (1284.4 synchronous commands) is received. By receiving a
magic string, communication in IEEE1284.4 packet mode is started.
Off: Communication is carried out in the convetional mode.
NOTE:The packet protocol of IEEE1284.4 allows a device to carry on multiple
exchanges or conversations which contain data and/or control information
with another device at the same time across a single point-to-point link. The
protocol is not, however, a device control language. It does provide basic
transport-level flow control and multiplexing services. The multiplexed
logical channels are independent of each other and blocking of one has no
effect on the others. The protocol operates over IEEE1284.
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1.3 Operation
This section describes the operations on this printer.
1.3.1 Control panel
The control panel of this printer is equipped with 6 switches and 10 LEDs, which are
located as shown below.
Figure 1-9. Control Panel
1.3.2 Switches
1.3.2.1 Operation in Normal Mode
In the normal mode, pressing panel switches executes the following functions.
Table 1-33. Normal Mode
Switch
Function
Pause
• Alternates printing and no-printing status.
• Enables Micro Adjust function, holding it down for 3 seconds.
Load/Eject
• Loads or ejects the paper.
• Executes micro feed forward, when this function is enabled.
LF/FF
• Executes line feed, pressing it shortly.
• Executes form feed, holding it down for a few seconds.
• Executes micro feed backward, when this function is enabled.
Tear Off/Bin
• Advances continuous paper to the Tear-Off position.
• Selects CSF bin 1/2 or Card mode in friction mode.
Font
• Selects font and draft quality.
Pitch
• Selects pitch.
Reset (Font & Pitch)
• Resets the printer.
Menu
(Pitch & Tear Off/Bin)
• Enter or exit the default setting mode.
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