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Epson Stylus 300 User Guide

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User’s Guide
Stylus
300
®
EPSON
4002270
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FCC Compliance Statement
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 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.
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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
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Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
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Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
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Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
The connection of a non-shielded equipment interface cable to this equip&m 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.
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of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
WARNING
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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Notice
When you install the ink cartridge for the first time (just after unpacking the printer), please perform the following steps in addition to the steps described in your user’s guide.
After step 4 on page l-10 (after you hold down the
carriage moves to the middle of the printer) do the following:
Turn the paper-thickness lever clockwise as far as it will go, as shown below.
REPLACE INK
button and the
Next go on to the next step (step 5 on page l-10). Proceed with steps as written in the
manual until you reach step
After the printer finishes the cleaning procedure in step 11 on page following additional steps:
Hold down the
position.
Turn the paper-thickness lever all the way to the left (counterclockwise).
Press the
position.
Go on to the next step (step 12 on page
REPLACE INK
REPLACE INK
Note: You do not need to do these additional steps when you
11.
1-13,
perform the
button until the carriage moves to the middle
button again to return the carriage to the far right
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rephce
the ink autridgc.
Copyright 0 1993
by Seiko Epson Corp.
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Printer Parts
control panel
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paper separator
manual feed slot
AC inlet
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Serif
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paper feeder cover
PAPER
OUT
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Chapter 2
Using Ofher Printer Functions
Loading Paper Manually
Paper sizes
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Printing on single sheets Printing on envelopes
Tips for Maintaining the Correct Printing Position
Operating the Control Panel
Indicator lights Buttons
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Selecting Character Fonts
Scalable Fonts
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Condensed printing
Using the Default-Setting Mode
Default setting descriptions
Changing the default settings Changing the character-table setting
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2-10
2-11 2-11 2-12
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Chapter 3
Maintenance and Troubleshooting
Replacing the Ink Cartridge Cleaning thePrint Head Cleaning the Printer Transporting the Printer Troubleshooting
Power supply Printing
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Paper handling
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Features
Your new quiet, high-speed printing.
Your printer offers the following features:
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High print quality. Epson’s new ink jet technology delivers crisp
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Flexible paper handling. Use the built-in paper feeder to load up to envelopes or single pages manually without removing the paper supply.
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Fast printing speed. You can print up to second in
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Quiet printing. Ink jet technology helps maintain a quiet
working environment.
Epson@printer
360
x
360
dots per inch
100
sheets automatically. You can also insert
12-cpi
letter quality
is a
48-nozzle
(dpi)
text and graphics.
(LQ)
ink jet printer, ideal for
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characters per
mode.
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Small footprint conserves your work space.
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Epson ESC/P provides scalable fonts and improved graphics capability.
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Compatibility. Supports the Epson widely used in application programs written for other
Epson printers.
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Convenience. Drop-in ink cartridge prints up to (at
1000
characters/page, using the Roman font).
21”
This enhanced printer control language
ESC/P@
commands
700
pages
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Important
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Read all of these instructions before you set up your printer.
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Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the printer.
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Unplug the printer from the wall outlet before you clean it,
and use a damp cloth for cleaning, not liquid or aerosol cleaners.
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Do not use your printer near water or spill any liquid on it.
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Do not place the printer on an unstable cart, stand, table, or other surface that may allow the printer to fall.
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Do not block any slots or openings in the cabinet. These are provided for the ventilation necessary to ensure reliable operation and protection from overheating. Placing the
printer on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface may
block the openings. Also, do not place the printer in a
built-in installation unless proper ventilation is provided.
Safety
Instructions
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Never place the printer near or over a radiator or heat register.
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Use the type of power source indicated on the label. If you
are not sure of the type of power available, consult your dealer or local power company.
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This printer may be equipped with a plug having a third
(grounding) pin, which fits only into a grounding-type
outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the
plug into the outlet, have an electrician replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the purpose of the
grounding-type plug.
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Do not put your printer where the cord will be walked on.
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If you use an extension cord, make sure that the total of ampere ratings on the products plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the extension cord’s ampere rating. Also, make sure that the total of all products plugged into
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the wall outlet does not exceed
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Never push objects of any kind into your printer because
amperes.
they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
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Except as specifically explained in the user’s manual, do not attempt to repair the printer yourself. This could expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks. Refer all servicing in those compartments to service personnel.
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Unplug the printer from the wall outlet and have it
repaired by a qualified service person under the following conditions:
the
When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed
If liquid has been spilled into it
If it has been exposed to rain or water
If it does not operate normally when the operating instructions are followed. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions since improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the printer to normal operation.
If it has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged
If it exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service
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Warnings, Cautions,
Warnings must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury.
Cautions must be observed to avoid damage to your
equipment.
Notes contain important information and useful tips on the operation of your printer.
and Notes
6 Introduction
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Chapter 1
Setting
About Your Ink Jet Printer
A few precautions Choosing the right paper
Unpacking the Printer
Attaching the paper support
Choosing a Place for the Printer
Plugging in the Printer
Installing the Ink Cartridge
Testing the Printer
Loading paper in the paper feeder Running the self test.
Up‘
Your Printer
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Connecting the Printer to Your Computer
Using Software Programs
Microsoft Windows What is a Printer Driver?
Fonts with Windows WordPerfect Microsoft Word for MS-DOS Lotus l-2-3 Version 3.X for MS-DOS Using Fonts
Setting Up Other Software Programs Tips for Using the Paper Feeder
5.1
for MS-DOS
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and all Windows Programs
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Setting Up Your Printer
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If you’re new to ink jet printers, you may wonder how they differ from dot matrix or laser printers. Two noticeable benefits of this technology are high print quality and quiet printing.
An ink jet printer produces cost-effective, quality print results. When you use the right paper, you get crisp, laser-sharp printouts usually associated with laser printers. And the ink cartridge inside your printer is easier to replace and more affordable than the toner cartridges used by lasers.
Inside the ink jet print head, tiny spray units, or jets, draw ink
from the cartridge and then propel ink dots onto the page in the form of characters or graphics. Because the print head does not strike the page as it prints, it is much quieter than an impact printer such as a dot-matrix.

A few precautions

Even if you are familiar with other types of printers, be sure to read through the following list of precautions to operate your ink jet printer safely and efficiently:
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The ink inside the ink cartridge contains isopropyl alcohol. Under normal circumstances, it will not come out of the
cartridge. If leakage occurs, however, make sure ink does not come in contact with your skin or eyes. If it does get on your skin, wash it off with soap and water. If it gets in your eyes, flush them with plenty of water and contact a physician.
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Keep the ink cartridges out of the reach of children.
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After you remove the protective sealing tape, do not shake the cartridge. This can cause leakage.
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Do not dismantle the ink cartridges or try to refill them.
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After removing an empty cartridge, put it in a plastic bag
for disposal.
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Once you install the ink cartridge, do not remove it except to replace it with a new one. The cartridge may become unusable otherwise.
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Install the ink cartridge immediately after you remove it from its package. Leaving the cartridge unpacked for a long
time before use may result in poor print quality.
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Always wait until the print head stops moving before you turn off the printer. (To stop printing quickly, press
PAUSE
and then turn off the printer.)
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Do not put your hand inside the printer or touch the
cartridge during printing.
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Before transporting the printer, make sure the print head is
capped, and do not remove the ink cartridge.
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Protect the print head on the ink cartridge and the circuit
board in the printer. Do not touch the head or the terminal,
and do not place the print head face down on anything.
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Perform the cleaning cycle only if print quality has declined.
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Don’t move the print head by hand.
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Choosing
One of the keys to getting great results with your ink jet printer is selecting the right paper. Paper absorbency is an especially important consideration. With paper that is too absorbent, the ink can bleed slightly, causing characters to blur. However, with paper that is not absorbent enough, the ink may take too long to dry and smear easily.
The finish and thickness of the paper are also important. Avoid
paper that has a rough finish or a slick, coated finish. Also, avoid paper that is too thick or too thin. See the paper specifications in the Appendix for more information.
Most correspondence-quality paper works in your printer without problems. However, it is a good practice to test any
paper or envelopes in your printer before buying large quantities.
the
right paper
To test a supply of paper, take a single sheet from the package
and load it in the printer. Perform the self test and check the results. You should test both sides of the paper to determine
which gives you the best quality printing. (When you load
paper, remember that the printer prints on the bottom side of the paper.) If the ink does not bleed or smear, the paper should be suitable for use with your printer.
Because the drying speed for the ink depends on the pattern
being printed, the type of paper used, and the temperature and
humidity, some smudging or streaking may occur under certain conditions. If the ink does not dry quickly enough, try removing sheets one at a time as they finish printing.
Note:
Ink jet printers are particularly sensitive to the condition of your
paper. Keep unused paper in its original packaging material and store
it in a cool, dry place.
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Unpacking the Printer

Your printer box should include these items:
Power Cord
In some locations, the power cord comes attached to the printer. The shape of the AC plug varies by country; be sure the plug included is the right shape for your location.
Cair tion:
You must remove all packing and protective materials packed
with
your printer before you can set it up and turn on the
power. Follow the directions on the Notice Sheet (inserted in
your printer) to remove these materials.
Save all of the packaging and the protective materials in case you ever need to transport the printer.
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Attaching the paper
You should install the paper support before you begin using
the printer. To install it, push the paper support notches onto the mounting posts on the printer case.
support

Choosing a Place for the Printer

When selecting a location for your printer, follow these
guidelines:
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Place the printer on a flat, horizontal, stable surface. If the printer is tilted or at an angle, it cannot operate properly.
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Place the printer close enough to the computer for the interface cable to reach it easily.
Leave adequate room for easy operation and maintenance.
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Avoid using or storing the printer in places subject to rapid changes in temperature and humidity. Also keep it away from direct sunlight, strong light sources, or heat generating devices.
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Avoid places subject to shocks and vibrations.
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Your
Printer
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2.
Check the label on the back of the printer to make sure the voltage required by the printer matches that of your
electrical outlet. Also, make sure that you have the correct power cable for your power source.
Caution:
It is not possible to adjust the printer for use at another voltage. If the rated voltage and match, contact
the power cord.
3.
If the power cord is not attached to the printer, connect it to
your dealer for assistance. Do not plug in
your outlet voltage do not
the AC inlet on the back of the printer.
4.
Plug the power cord into a properly grounded electrical outlet.
Installing
Warning:
The ink cartridge is a self-contained unit. Under ordinary use, ink will not leak from the cartridge.
contact with skin and eyes.
all traces of handling an ink cartridge. physician.
the Ink Cartridge
If
i
nk does come out, avoid
i’f
ink gets in to your eyes, flush
them immediately with water and contact a physician. Wash
inkfiom
your skin with soap and water after
If
irritation
occurs,
contact a
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Up
Your Printer
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3.
Hold down the
REPLACE INK
to the middle of the printer.
button until the carriage moves
4.
Release the button. The
5.
Open the package containing the ink cartridge.
6.
Remove the shipping cap from the ink cartridge by pushing it
PAUSE
light begins blinking.
on the right side carefully with your finger. Then remove the tape from the ink cartridge.
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Lift the cartridge lever with your thumb and move it gently as
8. far back as it will go.
circuit
Warning:
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9.
Never touch the circuit board on the carriage.
Fit the cartridge over the circuit board as shown below.
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10.
Pull the cartridge lever down until it clicks into place.
Caution:
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Check that there is no space between the carriage and cartridge.
If
there is, repeat the
stepsfiom
step 7 on page Z-11.
11.
Press the
far right position. The printer then performs cleaning procedures (it takes about is finished, the
12. Press the
13.
Close the printer cover.
REPLACE INK
PAUSE
PAUSE
button to
light comes on.
button to return the carriage to the
20
seconds). When the cleaning
turn
the
PAUSE
light off.
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Testing the Printer

After you install the ink cartridge, you can use the built-in self test to make sure the printer is working properly. You can run
the self test with paper from the built-in paper feeder or by feeding a sheet manually. This section describes loading paper in the paper feeder.
Loading paper in
Open the paper feeder cover and lift the paper separator.
1.
2.
Fan a stack of letter-size or A4 paper; then tap it on a flat
surface to even the edges.
the
paper feeder
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3.
Insert a stack of paper all the way into the paper feeder with the printable surface face-down. Align the right edge of the stack with the right edge of the paper feeder. Then move the left edge guide to match the width of your paper, as shown below.
4.
Close the paper feeder cover and lower the paper separator to
secure the paper stack.
Now you are ready to run the self test. For more about printing with the paper feeder, be sure to read “Tips for Using the Paper
Feeder” at the end of this chapter.
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Running the self test

1.
Make sure the printer is turned off.
2.
While holding down the loads a sheet of paper automatically from the paper feeder
and begins the self test.
The printer prints characters in each font. Here is part of a
typical self test:
Courier
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'abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz{:}- !'#$%&I()*+,-./01231
abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz{:}- !I#$%&'()*+,-./012341 bcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz{:}- !'#$%&I()*+,-./012345t
Roman
cdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz{ defghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz{ : efghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz { I } -
'abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz{i}- !"#$%a'()*+,-./(
'abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz{:}-
'abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz{i}- !'#$%&'()*+,-./OlZ
'abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz(:)" "#$%&'()*+,-./0121
T
FONT
!"#$%&'()*+,-./0123456789:;<=>?@ABCDEFGHIJKL
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)-
!"#$%&'()*+,-./0123456789:;<=>?@ABCDEFGHIJKLh
} -
!"#$%&'()*+,-./012356789:;<=>?@ABCDEFGHIJKLM:
button, turn on the printer. It
!'#$%&'()*+,-./03
3.
4.
5.
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The self test continues until the paper in the paper feeder runs out or you press the the
PAUSE
button. To resume the test, press the
PAUSE
button. To stop the test, press
PAUSE
button again.
To end the self test, press the
and then press the
LOAD/EJECT
PAUSE
button to stop printing
button to eject the paper.
Turn off the printer.
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Connecting
If the self test prints correctly, you are ready to connect your printer to the computer. You need a shielded twisted-pair parallel cable to connect your computer to the printer’s built-in parallel interface.
Follow these steps:
1.
Make sure both the printer and computer are turned off.
2.
Plug the cable connector securely into the printer’s interface connector.
3.
Squeeze the wire clips together until they lock in place on
both sides. If your cable has a ground wire, connect it to the
ground connector above the interface connector.
the Printer to
Your Computer
4.
Plug the other end of the cable into the computer’s parallel interface. If there is a ground wire at the computer end of the cable, connect it to the ground connector at the back of the computer.
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Using Software Programs

To take full advantage of your printer’s features, find the
instructions for your software program or programs below. After the instructions for specific programs is a section of general information for other programs.
Microsoft@ Windows”
If Windows is already installed on your system, follow the steps below to choose the printer. Then your printer will work
correctly for all your Windows programs, such as Word for Windows, Lotus@ l-2-3@ for Windows, and Core1 DRAW?
If Windows is not already installed on your system, run the
setup program as instructed by the Windows documentation, and follow steps 4 through section for choosing a printer.
1.
In the window labeled
icon.
2.
Double click the
3.
Choose the
Add>
3.1
Printers
and all Windows Programs
10
below when you reach the
Main,
button on the right side of the screen.
icon.
double click the
Control Panel
4.
5.
6.
7.
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In the list of printers box, select Epson Stylus
If Stylus Epson
If these are also not available, select Epson
Choose the insert a diskette.
If necessary, insert the diskette required.
Choose the
Setting Up Your Printer
300
is not available, select Epson Stylus
AP-3250 ESC/P 2.
Install
Setup
button. A dialog box may instruct you to
button.
300.
LQ-870.
800
or
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8.
Select
9.
If you selected the LQ-870 printer, select
- Bin 1
proper page breaks in your documents.
10.
Choose the
11.
Highlight Epson Stylus
click the button labeled
12.
Click the
You have now chosen the printer driver for Windows.
360 x
as the
Close
360 as the
Paper Source.
OK
button.
button.

What is a Printer Driver?

The software you use to enter and format your documents sends codes that run (or “drive”) your printer. These software
Resolution.
Sheet Feeder
This step is very important for
300
(or the printer you added) and
Set As Default Printer.
codes select the font, margins, page size, line spacing, and other features of the document you are printing. Therefore, it is
important that you choose the right printer driver and install it correctly from your software package. If there is a problem
with the appearance of your document, a software setting
could be the cause.

Fonts with Windows

Microsoft Windows standard drivers use scalable
fonts rather than the fonts built into the printer. Windows fonts appear the same on the screen as they do in your printed document. (This feature is called
What You Get.) All programs that run under Windows can use
the Windows printer driver to print their files. Therefore, you have access to the full range of TrueType fonts if you use the Windows Stylus
300,
Stylus
WYSIWYG,
800,
Al?-3250, or
TrueTypeRv’
What You See Is
LQ-870
driver.
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If you want to use the printer’s internal fonts and the TrueType fonts, contact Microsoft Windows Product Support.
WordPerfect
If your current version of WordPerfect does not support the Epson Stylus the correct driver.
Until your Stylus
driver for one of the printers listed below:
Epson ActionPrinter 3250 Epson
Note:
If you
Sheet Feeder Bin 1
If you have already installed WordPerfect for MS-DOS and you want to add the WordPerfect Stylus
choose
5.1
for MS-DOS*
300,
contact WordPerfect for details on obtaining
300
driver arrives, you may want to install the
LQ-870
the
LQ-870
in
printer
the
in WordPerfect, be sure to select
Printer Setup
screen.
300
driver, follow the
instructions below:
1.
Select
2.
Type S (for
3.
Type 2 (for
4.
Type 2 (for
5.
Insert the diskette containing the Epson Stylus
6.
When
or
File
and
Print
(or press Shift
F7).
Select Printer).
Additional Printers).
Other Disk).
you
see
Directory for Printer files:
B:,
depending on which drive you are using.
300
driver.
C:\WP51\, type A:
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7.
Select Stylus
diskette and press showing ‘the driver filename at the bottom of the screen.
8.
Press directory.
You can access the printer’s internal scalable fonts by selecting
Enter.
300
from the list of Epson printers on the
Enter.
The program copies the file into the WordPerfect
WordPerfect responds by
Font
WordPerfect displays a list of all the Stylus 300 fonts, including
the scalable fonts.
and
Base Font
(or pressing CTRL F8 and then pressing

Microsoft Word for MS-DOS

Contact Microsoft’s Word for MS-DOS Product Support to get
the latest drivers.

Lotus l-2-3 Version 3.X for MS-DOS

To obtain the latest printer driver files for Lotus l-2-3 for
MS-DOS, contact Lotus technical support.

Using Fonts

4).
There are two sources for the fonts you use in your documents:
internal and downloaded. In addition to the internal fonts built into your printer, many programs can send their own fonts to the printer in the same way they send your documents. For instance, Lotus l-2-3 creates and sends the fonts that it uses to print spreadsheets.
Whether you use internal fonts or fonts downloaded from
software, you will most likely need to select your fonts through
your software.
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Setting
To take full advantage of your printer’s features, including ESC/P If none of these is listed, contact your software manufacturer
for an update that includes one of these. Until you receive an update, choose another printer as close to the top of the list as possible.
Stylus
Up Other Software Programs
2,
choose one of the ESC/P 2 printers on the list below.
300
-
Stylus
ActionPrinter
SQ-87011170
LQ-870/ 1170
LQ-570/ 1070
LQ- 100
If none of these printers is listed among your program’s
options, select the first one available from the following: EX, printer.
After you select the most appropriate printer as described above, you may want to create and print a sample file with the fonts and formats that you use most often. Printing the sample file shows you how the printer works with your application program.
800
FX,
LX, RX,
3250
MX,
E.SC/P
1
Epson printer, Standard printer, and Draft
2
LQ-850+/ 1050+
SQ-85012550 LQ-550/ LQ-800/ LQ-
LQ-500
LQ-2550
10
1000
10
1500
ESC/P
-
LQ,
If the printing results are not what you expect, see
“Troubleshooting” in Chapter 3 or consult your computer or
software manual.
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Chapter 2
Using Other Printer Functions
Loading Paper Manually
Paper sizes Printing on single sheets Printing on envelopes
Tips for Maintaining the Correct Printing Position . . . . . . .
Operating the Control Panel
Indicator lights Buttons
Selecting Character Fonts
Scalable Fonts Condensed printing
Using the Default-Setting Mode
Default setting descriptions Changing the default settings Changing the character-table setting
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2.
Insert a single sheet of paper into the slot until it
meets
resistance, aligning the right edge of the paper with the arrow mark on the printer. The printer automatically loads the sheet.
No tc:
[fthe slwt
eject it.
3.
Now give your print command. When the printer receives the
dots not load
Tim
try loading it
straight, press the
aCgain.
LOAD/EJECT
buttot?
to
data, it begins printing.
When the printer finishes printing, it ejects the sheet automatically. If the sheet does not come all the way out, press the
4.
You can print as many sheets as you like from the manual
LOAD/EJECT
button.
slot. When you want to switch to the paper feeder, press the
LOAD/EJECT
button without inserting a sheet into the manual slot. The printer then loads a sheet of paper from the paper feeder.
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Note:
If the ink does
as they finish printing.
not,dry
fast enough, try removing sheets one
at
a time
Printing on
You can also use the manual feed slot to print on individual envelopes.
1.
Turn on the printer and open the printer cover.
2.
Press the
3.
Hold down the
and release the button when the carriage moves to the middle position. The
4.
Turn the paper-thickness lever clockwise as far as it will go
envelopes
PAUSE
REPLACE INK
button to set the
(ALT) button for several
PAUSE
light begins blinking.
PAUSE
light on.
secor
5.
6.
2-4
Press the
REPLACE INK
far right position. The
Press the
Using
Other
PAUSE
Printer Functions
button to turn the
button to return the carriage to the
PAUSE
light comes on.
PAUSE
light off.
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7.
Close the printer cover.
8.
Insert an envelope into the manual feed slot with the wide end at the top entering the printer first and the printable side face-up until it meets resistance. The printer loads the envelope to the print position automatically.
9.
Now give your print command. The printer ejects the
envelope automatically when it is finished printing.
Note:
0
Make sure within the printable area of the envelope. For a description of the printable area, see the Appendix.
Ll
Use envelopes only under normal temperature and humidity
conditions.
LI
If the ink is not dryingfast enough, try removing envelopes one
at a time as theyfinish printing.
yoz4r
application program keeps the printing entirely
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When you switch back to the paper feeder, move the paper-thickness lever back to its normai position. To do this, first press the hold down the moves to the middle position. Then turn the paper-thickness lever all the way to the left (counterclockwise).
PAUSE
REPLACE INK
button to
(ALT) button until the carriage
turn the PAUSE
light on. Next

Tips for Maintaining the Correct Printing Position

There is an area at the top and bottom edges of each sheet that the printer uses to load and feed the paper. You cannot print on these portions of the page.
If the margins and page breaks in your document do not take into account these unprintable areas, you may find that the printing position is too low on the page or that part of one page is printed at the top of the next page. Your software may be set to print on continuous paper or to print too many lines on a page. To correct this problem, try the following:
Ll
Select single sheets or sheet feeder bin 1 in your software
CI
Reduce the maximum number of lines per page
Cl
Reduce the top and bottom margins in your document,
through your software application.
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ECONOMY
On when the economy printing mode is selected. In economy
mode the printer uses fewer dots per character. The print speed is the same in both economy and LQ mode, but the economy mode uses less ink. This mode is ideal for rough drafts.
PAPER OUT
On when the printer runs out of paper. Rapid flashing indicates a paper jam.
DATA
On when data remains in the printer’s memory.

Buttons

PAUSE
Press this button to stop printing temporarily. Press it again to resume printing.
LOAD/EJECT
Press the
LOAD/EJECT
button to load or eject a sheet of paper.
If you have been printing from the manual feed slot, pressing this button switches paper loading back to the paper feeder.
FONT
Press this button to cycle through the font choices on the font menu. The
ALT/REPLACE
FONT
INK
lights indicate the current selection.
Hold down this button for several seconds to move the carriage
to the ink cartridge replace position when the printer is paused.
The
ALT button also alters the functions of the other buttons.
Hold down the
ALT button and press another button to change
the functions as follows:
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PRINT HEAD CLEANING
Starts print head cleaning cycle. See “Cleaning the Print on page
3-3
for details.
(ALT
+ PAUSE)
Head”
RESET
(ALT
Clears the printer’s buffer and initializes the printer settings to
their factory settings. See “Initialization” on page details.
ECONOMY/CONDENSED
Selects economy printing or condensed mode. Press it again to turn your selection off. The indicator light goes on or off next to
the mode you select.
Selecting
Your printer has six built-in character fonts including two new Epson fonts: the Epson Roman T and Epson Sans Serif Roman T is similar to the
Helveticc
+ LOAD/EJECT)
Character
Fonts
)
(ALT
+ FONT)
Timesn”
font; Sans Serif H is similar to
A-10
for
H.
(The
Press the control panel. The two flash
FONT
button to select from the six fonts listed on the
FONT
(6)
to indicate the active font.
00
Courier
o l
Roman T
0 0Sans
08
Roman
8 0Sans 88
Prestige
FONT
(PS)
Serif H
Serif
lights come on
(PS)
l
0
(0),
go off
(a),
or
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Roman
Epson
RomanT
Epson
Sans Serif
Epson
Sans Serif H
Epson
’
Condensed
Condensed printing reduces the size of characters to
approximately characters to fit on a line. This is useful for spreadsheets and other applications where you need to print the maximum amount of information on a page.
Epson Epson
Epson
Epson
printing
60
percent of their normal width, allowing more
Epson Epson
Epson
Epson
Epson Epson
Epson
Epson
You can condense the current font by pressing the
ECONOMY/CONDENSED (ALT + FONT)
Roman T and Epson
can condense printing that is
spaced. You cannot condense
Your printer comes with a series of internal settings that control
a variety of printer functions, such as print direction and loading position. Because these settings take effect each time you turn on the printer, they are called default settings.
Sans
Serif H cannot be condensed.) You
10 cpi, 12 cpi,
15-cpi
printing.
button. (Epson
and proportionally
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The factory default
settings
are designed to meet the needs of
most users, so you may not need to change them. The table
below lists the features you can select in the default-setting
mode.
For a detailed description of each setting, see “Default Setting Descriptions,
default settings” on page
” below. To change a setting, see “Changing the
2-14.
Setting
Character table
Auto print direction
Network interface mode
Mixed text/graphics mode
Auto line feed
Loadina
Dosiiion
Options
italic U.S.A., Italic France, Italic Germany, Italic U.K., italic Denmark I, Italic Sweden, Italic Italy, Italic Spain I,
PC860, PC863, PC865, PC861, BRASCII. Abicomp
On, Off
On, Off
On, Off
On. Off
8.5
3 mm,
mm
PC437, PC850.
or
Note:
Most application software controls the character table and auto line
feed.
If your software controls these features, you may never need to
set them with the control panel.
I

Default setting descriptions

Character fable
Character tables contain the characters and symbols used by
different languages. The printer prints text with the selected character table.
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Loading position
When you want to print more lines on a page, set this feature to
3 mm. For example, with A4-size paper and the loading position set to
l/6 inch line spacing, but with the 3 mm setting you can print
66
lines. If you set the top margin in your software, that setting
is added to the default-setting value.
8.5
mm, you can print 65 lines per page with
Changing
To change the printer’s default settings, you use the control panel buttons; the control panel lights show your selections.
Follow the steps below to make your changes:
1.
Make sure the printer is turned off and paper is loaded in the paper feeder.
2.
Hold down the
enter the default-setting mode.
The printer loads a sheet of paper and prints a brief summary and instructions. It instructs you to select the language that you want messages printed in (English, French, German, Italian, or Spanish).
the
default
settings
PAUSE
button and turn on the printer to
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Press the
5.
FONT
button until the
FONT
desired setting as shown in the table below.
On 0 Off l
lights match your
6.
Repeat steps 4 and 5 to make all your changes.
7.
Exit the default setting mode by turning the printer off.
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1
Changing
the character-table setting
First follow steps 1 through 4 above. Then follow the steps below.
1.
Press the
LOAD/EJECT
button to select the submenu of the
character-table menu, as shown in the table below.
Submenu
,Submenu
Submenu 2
On
1
0 Off l Flashing
ECONOMY light
a
6
CONDENSED
light
Settings
0
Italic U.S.A. Italic France Italic Germany
Italic U.K. Italic Denmark I Italic Sweden Italic Italy
Italic Spain I
PC437 PC850 PC860 PC863
PC865 PC861
BRASCII Abicomp
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Press the
2. from setting to setting, the
FONT
button to change the setting. As you move
FONT
lights turn on, off, or flash
to show youi selection, as indicated in the following table.
3.
NO
tc:
Ti
2
2-18
On
0 Off
l
Flashing
8
Exit the default-setting mode by turning off the printer.
Y’orr may tile +uGter. you challyc tfmr
If you
de,filult-setting
you changes.
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exit the
A
dejmlt-setting
fly cha?lges
again.
want
to check the new default settings, enter the
mode again and print the current settings. After
check thelIz, tzu,n
mode any time by turning off
you have made remain in effect
the printer off to exit without
mtil
makirrg
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Chapter 3
Maintenance and Troubleshooting
Replacing the Ink Cartridge
Cleaning the Print Head
Cleaning the Printer
Transporting the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Troubleshooting
Error indicators Power supply
Printing Paper handling
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When the printed image is faint or nothing prints even after
you clean the print head, you need to replace the ink cartridge.
Use Epson ink cartridge
Make sure the printer is on.
1.
Open the printer cover.
2.
3.
Press the
4.
Hold down the
PAUSE
SO20031.
button to turn the
REPLACE INK
(ALl) button for several
PAUSE
light on.
seconds and release the button when the carriage moves to the middle position. The
5.
Lift the cartridge lever up until it clicks. The cartridge lifts
PAUSE
light begins blinking.
out of the carriage.
Warning:
Never touch the circuit board on the carriage.
6.
Lift the cartridge out of the printer and dispose of it properly. Do not take the used cartridge apart or try to refill it.
Warning:
Ifink
gets on your hands, wash them thoroughly with soapy water. Avoid touching your eyes. occurs, contact a physician.
7.
Open the package containing the ink cartridge.
If
irritation
Now follow the instructions in “Installing the Ink Cartridge” in
Chapter
1.
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If print quality diminishes, use the printer’s built-in print-head cleaning cycle to ensure that the nozzles are delivering ink properly. To avoid wasting ink, clean the print head only if print quality declines.
Follow these steps:
1.
Make sure the printer is turned on and the
If
the
PAUSE
light is not on, press the
PAUSE
PAUSE
button to
light is on.
pause the printer.
2.
Hold down the
ALT button and press the
PAUSE
button for
two seconds.
The cleaning cycle takes about 20 seconds. The
PAUSE
light flashes throughout the cycle and then stays on when the cleaning cycle is finished.
3.
Press the
PAUSE
button to resume printing.
To keep your printer operating at its best, you should clean it thoroughly several times a year.
1.
Make sure the printer is turned off.
Remove any paper from the paper feeder.
2.
3.
Use a soft brush to carefully brush away all dust and dirt.
4.
If the outer case or the inside of the paper feeder is dirty,
clean it with a soft, clean cloth dampened with mild
detergent. Keep the printer cover closed to prevent water
from getting inside.
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and Troubleshooting
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5.
If the inside of the printer accidentally gets soiled with ink, wipe it off with a damp cloth.
If you need to transport your printer some distance, carefully repack it using the original box and packing materials as
follows:
1.
Open the printer cover and make sure that the print head is
capped in the far right position. If the print head is not capped, turn on the printer to cap it. Then turn off the printer.
2.
Unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet; then
disconnect the interface cable from the printer.
3.
Remove the paper from the paper feeder.
4.
Attach the protective material to the printer.
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5.
Repack the printer and power cord and place them in the
original box.
6.
Keep the printer flat in the box during transport.
7.
If the print quality is poor after transport, clean the print head. See “Cleaning the Print Head.”

Troubleshooting

Most problems you may have with your printer have simple solutions. Find your problem in this section and follow the recommended steps. If you cannot solve your problem, contact your dealer or a qualified service person for assistance.

Error indicators

Some problems are identified with a pattern of error indicators,
as listed in this table:
DATA light
--
ij
a
On 0 Off
c
Paper out
PAPER OUT light PAUSE light
0
6
ij
I
All panel lights flashing Fatal ink system error
0
Flashing
0
6
I
0 Paper out
0
0 No ink cartridge
ij
Error status
Paper jam
Carriage error
I
No paper is loaded in the printer. Load paper again and press the
PAUSE
button to set the
PAUSE
light off.
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Paper jam
The paper is jammed inside the printer. Follow the steps on page
No ink cartridge
No ink cartridge is installed. Install an ink cartridge.
Carriage error
A carriage error occurred. Turn off the printer. After a few
seconds, turn it back on again.
Fatal ink system error
Contact your dealer.
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Power
The printer does not work and control panel lights are off.
supply
Check that the power cord is properly plugged into the electrical outlet.
Check that the side of the power switch with the vertical bar ( I )
is pressed down to turn on the printer.
If the electrical outlet is controlled by an outside switch or automatic timer, use a different outlet.
Plug another electrical device into the outlet to determine whether it is working.
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The lights come on briefly but then go off and stay off.
Check that the printer’s voltage rating matches the voltage of your electrical outlet. If the voltages do not match, unplug the printer and contact your dealer immediately. Do not reconnect the power cord to an electrical outlet.

Printing

The DATA, PAPER OUT,
and
Contact your dealer.
Printing stops and the
DATA
A carriage error occurred. Turn off the printer. After a few seconds turn it on again.
The DATA
and
PAPER OUT
print.
The ink cartridge is not installed. Install an ink cartridge.
Printing stops and the
PAUSE
PAUSE
and
lights flash but nothing prints.
PAUSE
lights flash.
lights flash, and the printer does not
light is on.
:
Printing has been temporarily suspended. Press the
PAUSE
button to continue.
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The PAUSE
light is off but nothing prints.
The interface cable may not be plugged in securely. Check both
ends of the cable between the printer and the computer. Make sure your interface cable meets both the printer and computer specifications.
Make sure your software is properly set up for your printer.
Ink cartridges do not last long enough.
See the information on page l-8.
Printed output is not what you expect.
If the printer does not print correctly, try the self test described
on page l-14. If the self test works properly, the printer is all right and the problem probably lies in the computer, the software, or the interface cable. (Be sure to use a shielded cable.) If the self test does not work, contact your dealer or a qualified service person.
Check the printer settings within your software program.
Use the hex dump mode to pinpoint communication problems between the printer and your application program. To enter the
hex dump mode, hold down the
LOAD/EJECT
and
FONT
buttons and turn on the printer. Then send data from the computer. The printer prints the exact codes it receives from the
computer in hexadecimal format. You can analyze this information to isolate problems.
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The printer sounds like it is printing, but nothing prints.
The print head nozzles may be clogged. Turn the off. Next, hold down the
ALT button and press the
PAUSE
PAUSE
light
button for two seconds to clean the print head. See “Cleaning
the Print Head” earlier in this chapter.
I
Dots are missing in printed characters or graphics.
:
The print head nozzles may be clogged. Turn the off. Next, hold down the
ALT button and press the
PAUSE
PAUSE
light
button for two seconds to clean the print head. See “Cleaning
the Print Head” earlier in this chapter.
Set the Mixed text/graphics mode to on in the default-settings
mode. See “Using the Default-Settings Mode” in Chapter
2.
Set the Network interface mode to on in the default-settings mode. See “Using the Default-Settings Mode” in Chapter
2.
The printed image is light or faint.
The print head nozzles may be clogged. Turn the off. Next, hold down the
ALT button and press the
button for two seconds to clean the print head. See “Cleaning
the Print Head” earlier in this chapter.
When the printed image is light or faint even after you clean
the print head, the ink cartridge is empty. Replace the ink cartridge with a new one.
The paper-thickness lever may not be set correctly. The raised position for envelopes may cause faint printouts if used for plain paper. For details on the paper-thickness lever, see
“Loading Paper Manually” in Chapter
2.
PAUSE
PAUSE
light
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Your paper may be moist or damp. Ink jet printers are sensitive
to moisture absorbed by the paper. Do not store your paper in a
damp or humid environment.
You may have selected the economy printing mode. To exit this mode, press the button until the
ECONOMY/CONDENSED
ECONOMY
The printed image is blurred.
You may not be using the correct type of paper. Although most
types of business-correspondence-quality paper work well with your printer, you should always test the paper you want to use before buying it in large quantities. See Chapter 1 for tips on
choosing the right paper.
You may not be printing on the correct side of the paper. Test both sides to determine which side gives you the best print
quality.
Your paper may be moist or damp. Do not store your paper in
a damp or humid environment.
light goes off.
(ALT
+ FONT)
The typestyles or characters set with your software do not print.
Check that the program is correctly configured for your printer.
The font selected on the control panel does not print.
Software settings override the control panel settings. Use the font settings in your software.
The wrong characters are printed.
The wrong character table is selected. Change the character table as described in “Using the Default-Setting Mode” in
Chapter
2.
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Printing starts too high or too low on the page.
Adjust the top margin using your software program.
All the text prints on the same line.
Set auto line feed to on in the default-setting mode so that the printer automatically adds a line-feed code to each carriage
:
return. See “Using the Default-Setting Mode” in Chapter
2.
The text prints an extra blank line between each text line.
Set auto line feed to off in the default-setting mode so that two line-feed signals are not sent. See “Using the Default-Setting
Mode” in Chapter
2.
Line spacing is incorrect. Adjust the line-space setting with your software.
Printed page length is not as expected.
The page length setting may not match the length of the paper loaded in the printer. Change the page length setting within your software to match the paper you are using.

Paper handling

The printer does not print; the
No paper is loaded in the printer. Load paper in the paper
feeder or from the manual feed slot; then press the
button to set the
PAUSE
PAPER OUT
light off.
and
PAUSE
lights are on.
PAUSE
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Single sheets do not feed properly from the paper feeder.
Too many sheets are loaded in the paper feeder. Remove the paper from the paper feeder and reload up to
100
sheets.
The paper is too thick or too thin to be fed. Make sure that the paper you are using meets the specifications. Some paper types require manual feeding. See “Technical Specifications” in the Appendix.
The printer loads more than one sheet at a time.
The paper is too thin. Make sure that the paper you are using meets the specifications. Some paper types require manual feeding. See “Technical Specifications” in the Appendix.
The ejected paper is wrinkled.
The paper is too thin or is damp. Make sure that the paper you
are using meets the specifications. See “Technical
Specifications” in the Appendix. Do not store your paper in a
damp or humid environment.
The paper does not fully eject.
Use the
LOAD/EJECT
button to eject the page.
-
The paper may be too long to be loaded from the manual feed
slot. Use paper that is within the specified size. See “Technical Specifications” in the Appendix.
Paper is loaded crookedly from the manual feed slot.
Use the
LOAD/EJECT
button to eject the page. Then insert a
new sheet straight into the manual feed slot.
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The paper is jammed inside the printer.
To clear a paper jam follow the steps below.
Open the printer cover and the paper feeder cover.
1.
Pull the access panel away from the rear of the printer, as
2. shown below.
Pull the paper out gently. If it tears, make sure you remove
3. any remaining pieces.
4.
If the paper is caught in the paper ejection area, gently pull it out of the printer.
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5.
Push the access panel back to the rear of the printer and close the printer cover and the paper feeder cover.
Preventing paper feed and paper jam problems
If you have frequent paper feed or paper jam problems, try these corrective measures:
Use a higher-quality paper, one that is not too thin or rough. Some types of paper require manual feeding. See Chapter
Fan the stack of paper and straighten it before loading.
Be sure that you do not load too much paper in the paper feeder. You can load up to
Try turning the stack of paper over in the paper feeder. Most packages of paper indicate the best side with an arrow
2.
100
pages.
on the end of the package. Make sure the best side is loaded face down.
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Appendix

Technical Specifications
Printer specifications
Command Summary
Sending printer commands Using the command summary
Character Tables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-23
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Technical Specifications

Printer specifications

Printing
Printing method:
Printable columns and printing speed:
Character pitch
(characters per inch)
10
12
15
17(10condensed)
20(12condensed)
Maximum Resolution:
Printing direction:
Line spacing:
Thermal $&nozzle ink jet matrix
Printable Printing speed columns
360
x
360
Bidirectional with logic-seeking for text and graphics. (The auto print direction can be set in the default-setting mode.)
l/6 inch, l/8 inch, or programmable in
l/360-inch increments
(characters per second)
80
96
120 165
137 189
160
dpi text, graphics
110
132
220
Paper feed speed:
Input buffer:
A-2 Appendix
110
milliseconds per l/6-inch line
8KB
when mixed text/graphics
option in default-setting mode is set to ON
24KB when mixed text/graphics
option in default-setting mode is set to OFF
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Bitmap fonts:
1
Font .
Epson Roman 0 0 0 0
EDson
Epson Courier
I
Epson Prestige
I
Select other font/pitch combinations using ESC/P 2 commands. See the command summary later in this chapter for a list of commands.
Scalable fonts:
Font
Epson Roman
Epson Sans Serif
Epson Roman T
Epson Sans Serif H
Character tables:
Sans Serif 0 0 0 0
1 10 cpi 1 12cpi ) 15 cpi I
0
I
0
I
Min pt
a
a a a
One italic and 8 graphic character tables
0
I
0
I
I
I
Max
pt Increments
32
32 32 32
Proportional
0
I
0
I
2
Pt
2
Pt
2
Pt
2
Pt
I
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­I
Character sets:
Paper
Single sheets (paper feeder):
Single sheets (manual insertion):
Size Thickness
Weight
Quality
Width
Length Thickness Weight Quality
14
international character sets and 1 legal
character set
Letter
0.065 64
Cl Use
Bond paper, plain paper
210
279
0.065
52
Bond paper, plain paper
(8.5
x 11 inches) or A4
to 0.14 mm
to 90 g/m*
90g/m2 (24
temperature and humidity conditions.
to 216 mm
to 297 mm
to
0.11 tim (0.0026
to
90
g/m2
(0.0026
(18
to 24 lb)
lb) paper under normal
(8.3
to
8.5
(11.0
to
11.7
(14
to 24 lb)
(210
to
0.0055
inches)
inches)
to
0.0043
x 297 mm)
inches)
inches)
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Note:
Use recycled paper under normal temperature and humidity conditions only.
Poor quality paper
problems.
Envelopes (Manual insertion):
If you encounter problems, switch
niny
reduce print quality and cause paper jams and other
to
a
higher grade of
paper.
Size
Thickness Weight
Quality
Printable area:
Single sheets (paper feeder and manual insertion)
No.6
No.10
0.16 to 0.52 mm
45
to 90 g/m2
0
Use envelopes only under normal
temperature and humidity conditions.
0 Insert envelopes long side first; use the
manual feed slot only.
Bond paper, plain paper, air mail
0
Difference in thickness within the
printable area must be less than
166 x92mm(6.5
24Ox104mm(9.5
(12
(0.0063
to 24 lb)
B
4
x3.6 inches)
x4.1 inches)
to 0.0197 inches)
0.25
mm.
A-4 Appendix
Page 74
Envelopes:
A
I
A
B
C
Mechanical
Paper-feed method:
Ink cartridge
Color Print capacity
Temperature
MTBF:
B
The minimum top margin is
The minimum left margin is The minimum right margin is:
3.8
mm
(0.15
inches) for the A4-size paper feeder
9.7
mm
3 mm
The minimum bottom margin is
(SO20031):
(0.38
inches) for the letter-size paper feeder
(0.12
inch) for manual insertion
Friction
Black
Approximately in letter quality mode
-10”
to 35°C
4,000 power-on hours
3.0
3.0
mm
C
mm
(0.12
inches).
(0.12
inches).
13.0 mm
(50”
(0.51
0.7 million characters
to 95°F) (storage)
inches).
Total print volume:
25,000
pages
(1000
characters/A4 or letter)
Appendix A-5
Page 75
Dimensions and weight:
Height , Width
Depth
Weight
Elecfricul
120
V model:
Rated voltage Input voltage range
Rated frequency range Input frequency range Rated current Power consumption
159
mm
(6.3
inches)
435
mm
(17.1
inches)
264 mm 400 mm
4.8 kg
AC AC
Sot060
49.5 to
0.4
Approx. 12 W (during self-
test printing in LQ mode at 10
120
103.5
A
(10.6
V
Hz
60.5
cpi)
(10.4
inches) (without paper support)
(15.7
inches) (with paper support)
lb)
to
132
V
Hz
220-240 V model:
AC
220
to
240 264
V V
Hz
cpi)
Rated voltage
AC
198
Input voltage range Rated frequency range
Input frequency range Rated current Power consumption
No tc:
Cheek the label OH the back of the printerfor the printer voltage.
50to60
49.5 to
0.2
Approx. 12 W (during
self-test printing in LQ
mode at 10
t0
Hz
60.5
A
A-6 Appendix
Page 76
Environmental
Temperature:
Humidity (without condensation):
80% 55%
20%
@eration:
Storage:
Operation: Storage:
10”
-20”
20
to
5
to
to
35°C (50”
to 60°C
80%
RH
85%
RI-I
to 95°F)
(-4”
to
140°F)
print assured area
Safety approvals
Safety standards:
US model: European model:
R.F.I.:
US model: European model:
10°C
(50°F) (80°F) (95°F)
27°C
UL1950 with
EN 60950
IEC
950
NEMKO, SETI)
FCC Part
Vfg. 243 (VDE
EN 55022
35°C
(TUV)
(SEMKO,
15
Subpart B class B
(CISPR
D3,
CSA22.2
DEMKO,
0878
Pub
#/950
part 3, part
22)
class B
30)
Appendix A-7
Page 77
Interface specifications
Your printer is equipped with an &bit parallel interface.
Specifications and pin assignments
The built-in parallel interface has the following characteristics: Data format:
Synchronization:
Handshake timing:
Signal level:
Connector:
The table below provides the connector pin assignments and describes
their respective interface signals.
Signal
Pin
1
i-
Return Pin
19
20
21 22 23 24 25
~
26 27
Signal
STROBE
DATA 1 DATA 2 DATA 3 DATA 4 DATA 5
DATA 6 DATA 7 DATA 8
&bit parallel
STROBE pulse
BUSY and ACKNLG signals
TTL compatible
36-pin 57-30360 Amphenol connector or
equivalent
Direction
IN
IN IN IN
IN IN IN IN
’
IN
Description
STROBE pulse to read data.
Pulse width must be more
than
0.5 fl
terminal.
These signals represent
information in bits 1 to 8 of parallel data respectively.
Each signal is at HIGH level
when data is logical 1 and
LOW when it is logical
at the receiving
0.
A-
A-8 Appendix
28
ACKNLG
OUT
About an 11-p pulse. LOW
indicates that data has been received and that the printer is ready to accept more data.
Page 78
Signal Pin
Return
Pin
Direction
Description
11
12
13
14
15 NC
16
29
30
BUSY
PE
SLCT
AUTO
FEED
XT
GND
OUT
OUT
OUT
IN
A HIGH signal indicates the printer cannot receive data. The signal goes HIGH in the following cases:
1)
During data entry (for
each
character)
2)
During printing
3)
When the PAUSE button is
pressed
4)
During an error state
A HIGH signal indicates that the printer is out of paper.
Pulled up to 5 V through 1 .O kR resistance
When this signal is LOW, the
paper is automatically fed one line after printing.
Not used
Logic ground level
17
18
19-30
31
16
CHASSIS
GND
NC
GND
INIT
IN
Printer’s chassis ground,
which is isolated from the
logic ground
Not used
Twisted-pair return signal ground level
When this level becomes
LOW, the printer controller is
reset to its state when the
power is first turned on and the print buffer is cleared. This level is normally HIGH; its
pulse width must be more
than 50
terminal.
txz
at the receiving
I
Appendix A-9
Page 79
Signal
Pin
Return Pin
Signal
Direction
Description
32
33
34
35
36
Note:
Q
cl
-
-
-
-
-
The column heading “Direction” refers to the direction of signal flow as
Viewed from the printer.
“Return” denotes the twisted-pair return, to be connected at signal
ground level. For the interface wiring, be sure to use
cab/e for side.
each
ERROR
GND
-
NC
NC
signal and to complete the connection on the return
OUT
OUT
IN
This level becomes LOW when the printer:
1) Is out of paper
2)
The PAUSE button is
pressed
3)
Is in an error state
Same as for pins
Not used
Pulled up to 5 V through
1
.O
kQ resistance
Not used
19-30
a
twisted-pair
cl
cl
lnitializa
The printer can be initialized (returned to a fixed set of conditions) in three ways:
Hardware initialization
A// interface conditions are based on the
times of each
Data transfer must be carried out by observing the ACKNLG or BUSY
signal. Data transfer to this printer
of the
ACKNLG signal or when the BUSY signal is LOW.
signa/
must be less than
can
TlZ
level.
Both
the rise and
0.2
microseconds.
be carried out on/y after receipt
tion
* The power is turned on. * The printer receives an the parallel interface (pin 31 goes LOW). The following condition then results:
1)
The printer mechanism is initialized.
2)
The input data buffer is cleared.
3)
The download character set is cleared.
4)
The print buffer is cleared.
5)
The default values are set.
lNlT
signal from
fall
A-10 Appendix
Page 80
Page 81

Command Summary

Sending printer commands

Most actions your printer performs are handled by your software. Software commands instruct the printer to print in a particular typeface,
feed the paper a certain amount after printing each line, start printing a particular place on the page, and so on.
Some software programs let you send these commands yourself. The commands your printer recognizes are listed in this command summary.
How you format commands depends on the software you are using. Some
software programs accept only the decimal format, while others let you type in ASCII characters. (Some programs don’t let you insert printer commands at all.) In addition, your software probably specifies certain punctuation you must use to enter the command. If your software allows you to send commands to the printer, the software manual should explain exactly what format and punctuation are required.

Using the command summary

The following section lists and describes all the commands by topic. If a command has no parameters, it is merely listed. If it has parameters, they
are explained. The parameters are indicated by lowercase italicized letters,
usually
ESC @ is a command with no parameters. ESC U l/O is a command that uses 1 to turn the feature on and 0 to turn it
ESC ESC
n.
The examples below show how the parameters are indicated.
$ nl n2 is a command with two parameters. D nn is a command with a variable number of parameters.
A-12 Appendix
Page 82
Commands arranged by topic
General operation
ASCII
ESC @
ESC U l/O
ESC EM n
Paper feeding
ASCII
CR
FF
LF
ESCO
ESC 2
ESC3n
Dec.
64
85
25 19
Dec.
13
12
10
48 30
50 32
51
Hex.
40
55
Hex.
OD
oc
OA
33
Description
Initialize Printer
Turn Unidirectional Mode On/Off
Control Paper Loading/Ejecting
=
“R”
n
Ejects the sheet
Description
Carriage Return
Form Feed
Line Feed
Select 1 /&inch Line Spacing
Select l/6-inch Line Spacing
Set n/180-inch Line Spacing
ESC+n
Page format
ASCII
ESC(cnn
ESC(Cnn
ESCCn
43
Dec.
4099
40
67
67
2B
Hex.
28
63
28
43
43
Set n/360-inch Line Spacing
Description
Set Page Format
ESC(c4OmZm2nln2 m=ml+m2x256 m:
Top margin in defined units
n=nl+n2x256
n:
Bottom margin in defined units
Set Page Length in Defined Unit
ESC(C20nln2
n=nl +n2x256 n:
Number of defined units
Set Page Length in Lines
n = Number of lines
Appendix A-13
Page 83
Page 84
ASCII
Dec.
Hex.
Description
ESC(vnn
ESC D
HT
ESC
B
VT
ESC
,
nn
nn
JYZ
Font selection
40 118 2876
68 44
9
66
11
74
09 42
OB 4A
Set Relative Vertical Print Position
ESC(v20nln2
n=nl +n2x256
n:
Moves current print position in
defined units
Set Horizontal Tabs
32
Up to
order Terminated by 0
Tab Horizontally Set Vertical Tabs
Up to
Tab Vertically
Advance paper n/180 inch
tabs entered in ascending
16
tabs; last n should be 0
ASCII
ESCkn
Dec.
107
Hex.
6B
Description
Select Typeface
n
=
0:
Roman
1:
Sans
Serif
2:
Courier
3:
Prestige
10:
Roman T
11:
Sans Serif
H
Appendix A-15
Page 85
ASCII
Dec.
Hex.
Description
ESC X
ESC I’
nn
88
80
58
50
Select Font by Pitch and Point
ESCXmnl m:
Set pitch to 360/m cpi
0:
??Z=
1:
m= m=0,
48,60,
n2
No change in pitch
Select proportional
1,18,21,24,30,36,42,
or
72
n=nl +n2x256 n:
Set point size in
Total points =
=0: No change in point
n n
=
0,16,21,24,28,32,36, 40,44,48,52,56,60,
(for Roman, Sans Serif Roman T, and Sans Serif
n
=
0,21,42
*
Cancel
M g, p, !, or @
Select
10.5
point, 10 cpi
0.5
points
(nl
+ n2 x
(for other typefaces)
ESC
256)
or
X with ESC
x
64
0.5
H.)
P,
ESCM
ESC g
ESC p l/O
ESCxn
ESC
4
ESC 5
ESC E
ESC
F
77
103
112
120
52
53
69 70
4D
67
70
78
34
35
45
46
Select
Select
Turn Proportional Mode On/Off
Select
n
Select Italic Font
Cancel Italic Font
Select Bold Font
Cancel Bold Font
10.5
point, 12 cpi
10.5
point, 15 cpi
LQ or Draft
= 0: Draft
1:
LQ
A-16 Appendix
Page 86
ASCII
Dec.
Hex.
Description
ESC!n
33
Font enhancement
ASCII
SI
DC2 so
Dec.
15
18 14
21
Hex.
OF
12 OE
Master Select
To find the value of n, add together
the numbers of the font attributes and enhancements you want to combine from the list below:
16:
n =
0: 1Ocpi
1: 12
cpi
2:
Proportional
4:
Condensed
8:
Bold
Double-strike
32:
Double-width
64:
Italic
128:
Underline
Description
Select Condensed Printing
Cancel Condensed Printing
Select Double-Width Printing (one line)
ESC W l/O
DC4
ESCwl/O
ESC G
ESC H
ESCSO
ESCSl
ESC T
87
20
119
71 72 48
83 53
83
84
57
14
77
47
53
54
Turn Double-Width Printing On/Off
Cancel Double-Width Printing (one
line)
Turn Double-Height Printing On/Off
Select Double-Strike Printing
Cancel Double-Strike Printing
Select Superscript Printing
Select Subscript Printing Cancel Superscript/Subscript Printing
Appendix A-l 7
Page 87
ASCII
Dec.
Hex.
Description
ESC(-nn
ESC - l/O ESCqn
40 45
45
113
2D Select Line/Score
28
ESC(-30lnln2 nl
=
1:
Underline
2:
Strikethrough
3:
Overscore
n2
=
0:
Cancel score line selected by
1:
Single continuous line
2:
Double continuous line
5:
Single broken line
6:
Double broken line
2D 71
Turn Underline On/Off
Select Character Style n = 0: Normal style
1:
Outline
2:
Shadow
3:
Outline with
shadow
nl
Spacing
ASCII
ESC SP n
ESC(Unn
ESC
c nl
n2
Dec. Hex.
32 20
28
40
99
85
55
63
Description
Set Intercharacter Space
n
=
Number of units of space added
to the space between characters
Units are l/120 inch (draft) and
l/180 inch
Define Unit
ESC(UlOn
Define positioning unit as n/3600 inch
n =
10,20,30,40,50,
n =
10:
Set Horizontal Motion Index Select Pitch in n/360-inch units Total units = nl +
(LQ
default
and proportional)
or
60
(HMI)
n2
x
256
_
A-18 Appendix
Page 88
Character handling
ASCII
ESC(tnn
ESCtn
, Dec.
40
116
116
Hex.
2874
74
Description
Assign
ESC(t3Odld2d3
Assign Character Table set with and
dl d2 d3
0 0
1 0 PC 437 (USA) 3 0 PC 7 0 PC 8 0 PC 9 0 PC
24 25
26
Select Character Table Select character table n assigned by
ESC(t
n = 0, n =
Character Table
d3
to table
=
0,
1,2,3,48,49,50,
dl
or
51
Character Table
Italic
850
(Multilingual)
860
(Portuguese)
863
(Canada-French)
865
(Norway) 0 PC 0 BRASCII (Brazilian
0 Abicomp (Brazilian
1,2,3,48,49,50,
2:
Remaps download characters from 0 - 127 to character table has been assigned to 2 with the
861
(Icelandic)
Portuguese)
Portuguese)
ESC
or
51
128
-
255,
unless a
( t command
d2
Appendix A-19
Page 89
ASCII
Dec.
Hex.
Description
ESCRn
ESC &.
nn
82
38
52
26
Select an International Character Set
7:
=
0:USA
n
1:
France
2:
Germany
3:
UK
4:
Denmark I
5:
Sweden
6:
Italy
Define User-Defined Character
ESC
& 0 nl
nl
= First character number
n2
.=
Last character number
d0
= Left space of character
dl
= Body width of character
d2
= Right space of character
data: 3 bytes required for each character; super/subscript requires only 2 bytes per character
n2 dO dl d2
Spain I
8:
Japan
9:
Norway
10:
Denmark
11:
Spain II
12:
Latin America
13:
Korea
64:
Legal
data
ESC:OnO
ESC
% n 37
ESC 6
ESC7
ESC ( A
nn 28
58
54
55
40
94
3A
25
36
37
5E
Copy ROM to RAM
n=0,1,2,3,4,5,6,or9
n :
Typeface (see list in command description)
Select User-Defined Set
n
=
0:
Normal set
1:
User-defined set
Enable Printing of Upper Control Codes This command enables the printing of codes characters in those locations).
Enable Upper Control Codes Cancels ESC 6
Print Data as Characters
ESC
128-159
( *
(if current table has
nl n2
data
ESC
k
n=nl +n2x256 n:
Amount of data
data:The following n bytes of data
printed as characters
A-20 Appendix
Page 90
Bit image
ASCII
ESC *
nn
Horizontal
m
0
1
2 3 4 6
32 33 38 39 40 340
71 72 73
density
60
120 120 240
80 90 60
120
90
180
180 360 360
, Dec.
42
(dpi)
Hex.
2A
Vertical density
60
60 60 60 60 60
180 180 180
180
180 360 360 360
Description
Select Bit Image
ESC * m
nl n2
data
n=nl +n2x256 n:
Total columns
Total data = t = Number of data bytes per column
(dpi)
Pins
8 8 8 8
8
24 24 24 24
24 24 48
48
48
(nl
+ n2 x
Adjacent dots print
Yes Yes
No
No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
No Yes
No Yes
256)
x t
t
1
1 1 1 1
1 3 3 3 3 3 6 6 6
Graphics
ASCII
ESC(Gnn
Dec.
4071
Hex.
2847
Description
Select Graphics Mode
ESC(GlOn n=lor49
+ Cancel Graphics mode with ESC
Appendix A-21
63
Page 91
ASCII
Dec. Hex.
Description
ESC
.
nn
46
2E
Print Raster Graphics
ESC.cvhmnZnZdata
= 0: Full graphics mode
C
1:
Compressed mode
=
10,20:
V
=
10,20:
h
m:
Number of vertical dots
n:
Number of horizontal dots
*
Dot density for vertical in
3600/v DI’I
Dot density for horizontal
in 3600/h DM
11n-624
Total dots = nl + The following combination is not allowed:
v=lOandh=20
n2
x
256
A-22 Appendix
Page 92
These character tables are selected with the default-setting mode or by using a command.
All tables except the italic character table are the same as the PC437 table
for hex codes 00 through 7F, so only the PC437 table is shown completely. The rest of the tables show only the characters for hex codes 80 through
PC437 (USA, standard Europe)
CCDE0123456789ABCDEF
0 1
2 3 4
MJL
0
@P
!lAQaqtiaigl~fi+
DC2 "2BRbr&lE6%
#3CScsbGti
0@$4DTdtaifi
p c fi &
*
1:::::
L JL a
r
FF.
s
1
D CR ­E SO F
SI
> N A n
j?O-0
- A A << 4
Iif>>,&
+
1
n
E I
Appendix A-23
Page 93
PC850 (Multilingual)
89ABCDEF
0
1
2 3 4
5 6 7 a 9
A
6
C D E
F
PC860 (Portuguese)
0
1
2 3 4 5 6 7
a 9
A
B
C
D E F
PC863 (Canadian-French)
89ABCDEF
C
0
1
E I ;; L Y a
ii t ’ 3. * f p f
2 3 4
5 6 7
a 9 A B C D E F
z
PC865 (Norwegian)
A-24 Appendix
Page 94
Page 95
Italic
CCOE 89ABCDEF
0
MJL
1
2
3 4
5 6 7
8 9
A LF B
c A
D CR E SO
F
DC2
cnx$4
HrEM)9IYiy
VTESC+ ;
SI
O@P'P
!ZAQaq
2BRbr
"
#3CSCS
DTdt %SEUeu &dFVfv
'7GWgw
(8HXhx
*:JZjZ
K C k f
,<L\l'
-=,]m; >N^n--
j?O-0
No characters are available for
15
hex code table.
in the italic character
A-26 Appendix
Page 96
International character sets
You can select one of the following international character sets with the default-setting mode or the select “Italic France,” the characters in the “France” row on the table below are used in the italic character table.
The following eight international character sets can be selected with the
default-setting mode or with the
ESC
R command. For example, when you
ESC
R command.
Country
23 24 40 50
USA France Germany UK Denmark Sweden Italy Spain
The following seven additional sets can be selected only with the ESC R
command.
Country
#s@[\l*‘{ll-
# $ A, O c 0
#$~AUUA’~6ii~
E$@[\l^‘c:v”
#$@?lE0AA’~09-
#nBXuAu62i6&ii #$@“\ts-tiiib&i
pt
$ @ i R i n ’ .. ii }
23
24
ASCII code hex
X SD BE 60 78 7C 70
ASCII code hex
40 58
SC SD
A e fs
BE
ii & .
60
78
7C
70
7E
-
7E
Japan Norway Denmark II Spain II Latin America
Korea Legal
#$@r~l*‘{lI-
#afia4i0AUBae09ii #$JLE0Au~a0&B
#$BiRib‘ifi6ii
#$&iFii6iiifi6ti
#$@[~lnc{lI-
# $ 8 o ’ )r q c 0 Q p
Appendix A-27
9(
Page 97
Characters available with the ESC ( n command
To print the characters in the table below, first send the ESC ( A command.
0 1 7
0
1 2 3 4
5
6
7
6
9
A
B C D
E
F
A-28 Appendix
Page 98

Glossary

The following definitions apply specifically to printers.
ASCII
American Standard Code for Information Interchange. A standardized coding system for assigning numerical codes to letters and symbols.
auto line feed
When this feature is selected in the default-setting mode, each carriagereturn code
(CR) is automatically followed by a line-feed
bidirectional Printing
Printing in which the print head prints in both directions. This increases the speed of printing.
bit
A binary digit (0 or computer.
buffer
The portion of the printer’s memory used to store data before printing it.
We
A unit of information consisting of eight bits.
(TX)
code.
l),
which is the smallest unit of information used by a printer or
chuructefs
A measure of the size of text characters, sometimes referred to as pitch.
ctmucter
A collection of letters, numbers, and symbols that provides you with the characters used in a particular language.
Per inch
tub/e
@Pi)
condensed Printing
Printing in which the width of each character is approximately standard characters. Useful for fitting wide tables or spreadsheets onto the paper.
60%
of the width of
control code
Special codes used to control printer functions such as performing a carriage return or line feed.
See characters per inch.
defuult
A value or setting that takes effect when the equipment is turned on, reset, or
initialized.
dot matrix
A method of printing in which each letter or symbol is formed by a pattern (matrix) of individual dots.
Glossary GL-1
Page 99
double-height
Printing in which each character is twice as tall as normal.
printhg
double-width printing
Printing in which each character is twice as wide as normal.
driver,
The part of a software program that contains commands for a particular printer.
printer
ESC/P
Abbreviation for Epson Standard Code for Printers. This system of commands
you software control of your printer from your computer. It is standard for all Epson printers and supported by most application software for personal computers.
ESC/P,
The enhanced version of the language produce laser-like features, such as scalable fonts and enhanced graphics
printing.
2
ESC/P
printer command language. Commands in this
@V~S
font
A font is a style of type designated by a family name.
hex dump
A troubleshooting feature that helps advanced users find the cause of communication problems between the printer and the computer. When the printer is in hex dump mode, it prints each code it receives in hexadecimal notation and
ASCII characters, Also called data dump.
initialization
Returns the printer to its defaults (fixed set of conditions).
ink jet
A method of printing in which each letter or symbol is formed by precisely spraying ink onto paper.
interface
The connection between the computer and the printer. A parallel interface transmits data one character or code at a time.
Mic
A typestyle in which the characters slant.
line feed
A control code that advances the paper one line space.
loading
The position to which the paper is automatically loaded.
position
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One of two print qualities available on your printer. LQ (letter quality) printing provides better readability and appearance at a reduced print speed.
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printable ureu
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area of a page on which the printer can print. It is smaller than the physical size
of the page due to margins.
printer driver
The part of a software program that contains commands for a particular printer.
proportional
Printing in which the width of the character varies from character to character. For
example, a capital W receives much more space than a lowercase more like a typeset book than a typewritten draft.
RAM
Random Access Memory. The portion of the printer’s memory used as a buffer and
for storing user-defined characters. All data stored in RAM is lost when the printer is
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off.
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reset
To return a printer to its defaults either by sending a command, an INIT signal, or by turning the printer off and then back on.
ROM
Read Only Memory. A portion of memory that can only be read and cannot be used
for data storage. ROM retains its contents when you turn off the printer.
self test
A method for checking the operation of the printer. When you run the self test, the printer prints the characters stored in its ROM.
software program
A software program that helps you carry out a particular task, such as word processing or financial planning.
superscript
Printing in which each character is printed at about two-thirds the normal height in
the upper part of the character space.
unidirectional
Printing in which the print head prints in one direction only. Unidirectional printing is useful for printing graphics because it allows more precise vertical alignment than bidirectional printing.
user-defined
Characters that are defined and stored in the printer by the user. Also called download characters.
printing
characters
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