Epson LQ-1010X, LQ-510X User Manual

EPSON

LQ-510/1010

User’s Manual

FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT FOR AMERICAN 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 Epson America, Inc., 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.

Le present appareil numerique n’emet pas de bruits radioelectriques depassant les limites applicables aux appareils numeriques de Classe B prescrites dans le reglement sur le brouillage radioelectriques edicte par le Ministere des Communications du Canada.

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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,

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.

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 do 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:

When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.

If liquid has been spilled into the product.

If the product has been exposed to rain or water.

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.

Contents

Introduction

Features Options.. About This Manual

Where to Get Help.

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Chapter 1 Setting Up the Printer

Unpacking the Printer.

Choosing a Place for the Printer Assembling the Printer. Testing the Printer. Connecting the Printer to Your Computer Setting Up Your Application Software

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Chapter 2 Paper Handling

Selecting a Paper Feeding Method . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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

Using Continuous Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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

Printing on Special Paper. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Chapter 3 Using the Printer

Operating the Control Panel Selecting Typestyles

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Setting the DIP Switches. Page Length Skip Over Perforation

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Adjusting the Loading Position.

Using Short Tear-off

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Selecting an International Character Set Choosing a Character Set Using the Data Dump Mode

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Chapter 4 Software and Graphics

Enhancing Your Printing Graphics

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User-defined Characters.

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Chapter 5 Using the Printer Options

The Cut Sheet Feeder The Pull Tractor The Interface Boards

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Chapter 6 Maintenance

Cleaning the Printer Replacing the Ribbon Transporting the Printer.

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Chapter 7 Troubleshooting

Printing Paper Handling Options..

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Chapter 8 Technical Specifications

Printer Specifications Interface Specifications

Option

Initialization.

Specifications

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Chapter 9 Command Summary

Using the Command Summary. Commands in Numerical Order

Commands Arranged by Topic.

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Appendix

Proportional Width Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Character Sets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Glossary

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Introduction

The Epson® LQ-510 and LQ-1010 are advanced 24-pin dot matrix printers combining compact design and high performance with a wide range of features.

Features

In addition to the high-quality printing and ease of operation you have come to expect from Epson printers, the LQ-510 and LQ-1010 offer the following features:

Easy paper handling, featuring automatic single-sheet loading. Compatibility with the Epson ESC/P® commands used by the

LQ-500, LQ-800, LQ-850, LQ-950, LQ-1000, LQ-1050, LQ-1500, LQ-2500, and LQ-2550.

Fast draft mode printing of up to 192 characters per second at

12 cpi (characters per inch).

An improved control panel design that allows direct selection of character fonts, as well as a choice of normal or condensed printing.

The SmartPark™ paper handling system, which allows use of single sheets of paper without removing the continuous paper,

eliminates paper waste with short tear-off, and allows easy and

accurate paper alignment.

Nine built-in Letter Quality fonts for producing high-quality

documents:

Epson Roman, Epson San Serif, Epson Courier, Epson Prestige, OCR-B, OCR-A, Epson Script, Epson Orator, Epson Orator-S

A 360 x 360 dot per inch graphics mode.

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A micro-adjustment feature that allows you to feed the paper forward or backward to finely adjust the loading and short tearoff positions.

l Fifteen international character sets, an italic character set, and

five graphics character sets.

The ability to handle a wide range of paper types, including envelopes and labels.

The LQ-510 and LQ-1010 are basically the same printer except for the width of their carriages. The LQ-510 has a standard width carriage

that accommodates paper up to a width of 10 inches. The LQ-1010 has a wide carriage that accommodates paper up to a width of 14 inches.

Throughout this manual, the LQ-510 is referred to as the standard

width printer and the LQ-1010 is referred to as the wide carriage printer.

Options A variety of printer options is available for use with your printer.

For detailed information on installing and using these options, see Chapter 5.

To locate or purchase options or supplies, call Epson Accessories, Inc. at

1-800-873-7766.

Film Ribbon Cartridge (#7768/#7770) An optional film ribbon cartridge provides you with even higher

quality printing than the standard fabric ribbon.

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Single-bin Cut Sheet Feeder (C806122/C806242)

The cut sheet feeder makes it possible to handle single-sheet paper more easily and more efficiently. Up to 150 sheets of standard bond paper can be automatically fed into the printer without reloading.

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Pull Tractor Unit (C800062/C800142)

This option improves the performance of continuous paper

handling. It is especially useful with continuous multi-part forms.

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l Interface Boards

Optional interface boards are available to supplement the printer’s built-in parallel interface. Guidelines for choosing the right interface and instructions on installing the boards are given in Chapter 5.

About This Manual

This user’s manual provides fully illustrated, step-by-step instructions on setting up and operating your printer.

Finding your way around

Chapter 1 contains information on unpacking, setting up, testing, and connecting the printer. Be sure to read and follow these instructions first. Inside the back cover of this manual are illustrations of the printer in which all of the major parts are identified.

Chapters 2 and 3 cover paper handling and general printer operation. This important information is necessary for the day-to-day operation of your printer.

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Chapter 4 shows you how to get the most from your printer. It

includes advice on the use of software commands, graphics, and creating your own user-defined characters. See Chapter 9 for a useful summary of printer commands.

If the printer does not operate properly or the printed results are

not what you expect, see Chapter 7 for troubleshooting

instructions.

Other chapters and the appendix contain information on printer

options, general maintenance, and specifications. You will also

find a glossary of printer terms.

At the back of this manual is a handy Quick Reference card that

contains the information you are most likely to need.

Note: The majority of the illustrations in this manual show the standard width printer. Whenever necessary, an illustration is included to show the wide carriage printer.

Warnings, Cautions, and Notes

WARNINGS must be followed to avoid bodily injury.

CAUTIONS must be observed to avoid damage to your printer.

Notes contain important information and useful tips on the operation of your printer.

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Where to Get Help

A network of authorized Epson dealers and Customer Care Centers throughout the United States offers customer support and service for Epson products. Epson America provides product information and support to its dealers and Customer Care Centers.

Therefore, we ask that you contact the business where you purchased your Epson product to request assistance. If the people

there do not have the answer to your question, they can obtain it

through our dealer support program.

Epson is confident that this policy will provide you with the

assistance you need. Call the Epson Consumer Information Center at

1-213-782-2600 for the following:

The location of the nearest Epson dealer

The location of the nearest Customer Care Center.

To locate or purchase accessories or supplies, contact your Epson dealer.

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Chapter 1

Setting Up the Printer

Unpacking the Printer.

Checking the Parts.

Removing the Protective Materials.

Choosing a Place for the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Assembling the Printer.

Installing the Platen Knob

Installing the Ribbon Cartridge.

Attaching the Paper Guide. Testing the Printer.

Plugging in the Printer

Running the Self Test Connecting the Printer to Your Computer

The Parallel Interface

Setting Up Your Application Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Unpacking the Printer

This section describes how to unpack your printer.

Checking the Parts

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

platen knob

ribbon cartridge

After removing the parts, save the packaging materials in case you ever need to transport your printer.

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Removing the Protective Materials

The printer is protected during shipping by pieces of white packing

material. Also, the wide carriage printer is protected by a locking

clip, which must be removed before you turn on the printer.

CAUTION: Before turning on the wide carriage printer, be absolutely sure you have removed the locking clip. Turning on the printer while the clip is attached may seriously damage the mechanism.

Follow these steps to remove the protective materials.

Remove the printer cover.

Remove the pieces of white packing material. At this point, the standard width printer is completely unpacked.

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Unpacking the printer

To remove the locking clip on the wide carriage printer, lift and

remove the paper tension unit.

Remove the locking clip.

Note: Store the clip with the other packing material in case you ever need to transport your printer.

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Choosing a Place for the Printer

There are several important things to consider when selecting a place to set up your printer. Keep the following in mind:

Place the printer on a flat, hard, stable surface. A soft surface, such as a padded counter or carpeted area, will block the ventilation slots and may cause overheating.

Place the printer close enough to the computer for the printer cable to reach.

Leave adequate room around the printer to allow for easy printer operation and maintenance, and for unrestricted flow of air around the printer.

Use a grounded outlet; do not use an adapter plug. Avoid locations that are subject to direct sunlight, excessive heat,

moisture, or dust. Avoid electrical outlets controlled by wall switches or automatic

timers. Accidental interruption of power can wipe out information in both your computer’s and printer’s memory.

Avoid using outlets that share a circuit with large motors or

electrical appliances; this could cause fluctuations in line voltage. Keep the entire computer system away from potential sources of

electromagnetic interference such as loudspeakers or the base

units of cordless telephones.

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The illustration below shows a good printer location.

Note: Before using a printer stand, read these requirements and suggestions.

The stand should be able to support at least twice the weight of the printer.

Never use a stand that supports the printer at an angle of more than 15 degrees from horizontal.

l With a cut sheet feeder, your printer must be kept level. l If your paper supply is positioned below the printer stand,

make sure there is enough clearance to keep the paper from catching on the underside of the stand. Also, make sure the distance between the stand supports is wide enough for the paper you are using.

Position your printer’s cables so that they do not interfere with paper feeding. If possible, secure the cables to the printer stand.

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Assembling the Printer

After you’ve decided on the best place to set up your printer, the next step is to install the platen knob.

Installing the Platen Knob

The platen knob is used to feed the paper manually in the event of a

paper jam or other paper feeding problem. The platen knob is packed

in an indentation in the printer’s white foam packing material.

Insert the knob into the hole on the printer’s side and rotate it

1. slowly until it slips onto the shaft.

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Push firmly on the platen knob until it fits against the printer case.

CAUTION: Do not use the platen knob to adjust the position of the paper. This interferes with the automatic

paper loading system and may cause a paper jam.

Installing the Ribbon Cartridge

Your printer’s ribbon cartridge is designed for easy installation and removal. Before installing the ribbon cartridge, make sure the printer is turned off.

Install the ribbon cartridge as follows.

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Assembling the Printer

Slide the print head to the middle of the printer.

CAUTION: Never move the print head while the printer is turned on because this can damage the printer. Also, if you have been using 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.

2. This removes slack in the ribbon and makes it easier to install.

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Assembling the Printer

On the standard width printer, open the paper tension unit

3. cover. (On the wide carriage printer, you already removed the paper tension unit when you removed the locking clip.)

Hold the ribbon cartridge by its handle and push it firmly down

4. into position, making sure the plastic hooks fit into the slots.

Note: Press lightly on both ends of the cartridge to make sure the plastic hooks are properly seated.

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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.

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

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

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Assembling the Printer

On the standard width printer, close the paper tension unit cover.

The standard width printer is now complete.

On the wide carriage printer, fit the rear notches of the paper

tension unit over the pins of the printer; then lower the unit.

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Press down on both sides of the paper tension unit to lock it in

place.

Attaching the Paper Guide

When you use single sheets, the paper guide helps to feed the paper smoothly and efficiently into the printer. Attach the paper guide using the following procedure.

Place the paper guide on the printer.

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2. Raise the paper guide until it locks into place.

Note: To lower the paper guide, lift up slightly to release it from its locked position; then gently lower it down onto the printer.

Attach the printer cover by fitting the hooks on the cover into the notches at the front of the printer and tilting the cover back into place.

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Testing the Printer

Now that your printer is fully assembled, you can use its built-in self test function to see that the printer is working correctly before you connect it to a computer. You should perform this test to make sure that your printer was not damaged during shipping and that the ribbon is correctly installed.

Before running the self test, you need to connect the printer to an electrical outlet and load a sheet of paper.

Plugging in the Printer

Make sure that the printer is turned off.

Plug the power cable into a properly grounded electrical outlet.

Running the Self Test

The self test can be run in the draft or Letter Quality mode, depending on which button you hold down as you turn on the

printer.

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The self test is 8 inches wide on the standard width printer and

14 inches wide on the wide carriage printer.

CAUTION: Never run the self test using paper that is narrower than 8¼ inches (210 mm) on the standard width printer or 14 inches (360 mm) on the wide carriage printer. This prevents the print head from printing directly onto the platen, which can damage the print head.

Although the self test can be run with continuous paper, use a single sheet of paper now because single sheet loading is easier.

Make sure the printer is turned off.

Push the paper release lever back to the single sheet position.

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