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Page 2 - Printer Parts

DoveRev. C A5 size Cover.fm 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Printer Parts printer cover printer cover latch lower cassette tray control panel MP Tray Type-B interface connector (option) Parallel interface connector Serial interface...

Page 3 - Reference Guide

Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ DoveRev. C A5 size front.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Reference Guide All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, mechanical, ...

Page 4 - ii; Declaration of Conformity; SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION

ii DoveRev. C A5 size front.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Declaration of Conformity According to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN 45014 Manufacturer: SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION Address: 3-5, Owa 3-chome, Suwa-shi,Nagano-ken 392 Japan Rep...

Page 5 - iii; Contents; Getting Started; Chapter 1; Understanding Your Printer; Chapter 2; Paper Handling

iii <bookname>Rev. C A5 size dove.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:<tantoname> _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Contents Getting Started About This Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1About Your Printer . ....

Page 6 - iv; Chapter 3; Options; Removing the Lower Paper Cassette

iv <bookname>Rev. C A5 size dove.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:<tantoname> _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Printing envelopes with the MP tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6 Manually Loading Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

Page 7 - Chapter 4; EPSON Status Monitor 2 Utility; Chapter 5; SelecType

v <bookname>Rev. C A5 size dove.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:<tantoname> _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Chapter 4 EPSON Status Monitor 2 Utility Utility Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2Inst...

Page 8 - vi; Chapter 6; Troubleshooting and Maintenance; Appendix A; Technical Specifications

vi <bookname>Rev. C A5 size dove.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:<tantoname> _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ ESCP2 and FX menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-35I239X menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

Page 9 - vii; 00 Sheet Lower Paper Cassette Unit - Universal; Symbol Sets; Appendix C; Command Summary

vii <bookname>Rev. C A5 size dove.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:<tantoname> _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Error handling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-14 Options and Consumables . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

Page 10 - viii; Appendix D; Working with Fonts; Appendix E; Contacting Customer Support; Appendix F; Map of SelecType Menus

viii <bookname>Rev. C A5 size dove.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:<tantoname> _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Appendix D Working with Fonts Printer and Screen Fonts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-2Available Fonts . ...

Page 11 - To get started with your laser printer, please:; guide to set up and test your new; See this guide for detailed information about your printer.; About This Guide

Getting Started 1 DoveRev. C A5 size intro.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Getting Started The EPSON EPL-N1600 printer combines high performance and reliability with a wide range of features. To get started with your laser prin...

Page 13 - About Your Printer; Features; High-quality printing

Getting Started 3 DoveRev. C A5 size intro.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ About Your Printer Your printer is the latest in EPSON's advanced line of laser printers. It emulates the Hewlett-Packard ® LaserJet 4™ (LJ4) printer, a...

Page 14 - Wide variety of fonts; The printer comes with a full selection of scalable TrueType; Toner Save Mode; ENERGY; As an International

4 Getting Started DoveRev. C A5 size intro.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Wide variety of fonts The printer comes with a full selection of scalable TrueType ® fonts, LaserJet-compatible scalable fonts, and one bitmap font in L...

Page 15 - Safety Information; Laser safety; United Kingdom

Getting Started 5 DoveRev. C A5 size intro.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Safety Information Laser safety This printer is certified as a Class 1 laser product under the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Radia...

Page 16 - CDRH regulations

6 Getting Started DoveRev. C A5 size intro.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ CDRH regulations The Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration implemented regulations for laser produc...

Page 17 - Laser safety labels; mW; Wavelength

Getting Started 7 DoveRev. C A5 size intro.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Laser safety labels w Warning:Use of controls, adjustments, or performance of procedures other than those specified in this guide may result in hazardou...

Page 18 - Ozone safety; Ozone emission

8 Getting Started DoveRev. C A5 size intro.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Ozone safety Ozone emission Ozone gas is generated by laser printers as a by-product of the printing process. Ozone is produced only when the printer is...

Page 19 - Laser Printer Precautions

Getting Started 9 DoveRev. C A5 size intro.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Laser Printer Precautions This printer uses laser technology. The following list of precautions applies whenever you open the printer cover. Even if you...

Page 20 - Do not turn the cartridge upside down or stand it on its sides.

10 Getting Started DoveRev. C A5 size intro.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ ❏ Do not turn the cartridge upside down or stand it on its sides. ❏ Protect the light-sensitive drum from exposure to light. Avoid exposing the imaging...

Page 21 - Important Safety Instructions

Getting Started 11 DoveRev. C A5 size intro.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Important Safety Instructions Read all of these instructions before operating your printer. ❏ Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the printe...

Page 22 - When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.

12 Getting Started DoveRev. C A5 size intro.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ ❏ Except as specifically explained in this guide, do not attempt to service this product yourself. Opening or removing those covers that are marked “Do...

Page 23 - For United Kingdom Users; Use of options; This appliance must be earthed. Refer to rating plate for voltage; If you need to fit a plug:

Getting Started 13 DoveRev. C A5 size intro.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ For United Kingdom Users Use of options Epson (UK) Limited shall not be liable against any damages or problems arising from the use of any options or c...

Page 24 - Warnings; must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury.; Cautions; must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment.; Notes

14 Getting Started DoveRev. C A5 size intro.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Warnings, Cautions, and Notes w Warnings must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury. c Cautions must be observed to avoid damage to your equipme...

Page 26 - Controlling the Printer; Accessing the printer driver

1-2 Understanding Your Printer DoveRev. C A5 size chap1.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:<tantoname> _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Controlling the Printer There are a two ways to control your printer and change its settings: ❏ The printer driver (for Windows...

Page 27 - The Control Panel

1 Understanding Your Printer 1-3 DoveRev. C A5 sizechap1.mif10/28/98Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:<tantoname> _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ ❏ To access the driver from Windows NT 3.51, double-click the Control Panel icon in the Main program group, then double- click t...

Page 28 - Optimizing Print Quality; Resolution Improvement Technology; Off; Using the printer driver; Adjusting Print Density

1-4 Understanding Your Printer DoveRev. C A5 size chap1.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:<tantoname> _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Optimizing Print Quality Your printer provides you with a number of ways to print your documents so that they are presented wit...

Page 29 - Enhanced MicroGray; To use the Enhanced MicroGray setting folow these steps:; Click the

1 Understanding Your Printer 1-5 DoveRev. C A5 sizechap1.mif10/28/98Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:<tantoname> _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Using the printer driver : Change the Density setting on the Panel menu of the printer driver. Using SelecType : Follow the inst...

Page 32 - Using the MP Tray; Selecting the MP tray as the paper source; Using the printer driver from Windows

2-2 Paper Handling DoveRev. C A5 size chap2.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ The printer can feed paper from any of three sources: the standard paper cassette tray, the MP Tray, or the optional 500 sheet lower cassette unit. To ...

Page 33 - Printing with the MP tray; Open the front cover by pulling the top of the panel towards

2 Paper Handling 2-3 DoveRev. C A5 size chap2.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Using the printer driver:Choose the paper source on the Basic Setting menu (except Windows NT 3.51) or Document Setting menu (in Windows NT 3.51). Fo...

Page 34 - As shown in the illustration below, pull the tab so that the MP

2-4 Paper Handling DoveRev. C A5 size chap2.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ 2. As shown in the illustration below, pull the tab so that the MP tray folded inside the front cover flips out. 3. Slide the guide to the far right of...

Page 35 - Fan the media and tap the edges on a flat surface to align them

2 Paper Handling 2-5 DoveRev. C A5 size chap2.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ 4. Fan the media and tap the edges on a flat surface to align them before loading the media. 5. Place the stack of the media in the MP tray. The top ...

Page 36 - Printing envelopes with the MP tray; Slide the side guide to the far right of the MP tray.

2-6 Paper Handling DoveRev. C A5 size chap2.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Printing envelopes with the MP tray 1. Open the MP tray as explained above. 2. Slide the side guide to the far right of the MP tray. 3. Before you put ...

Page 37 - Slide the right side guide to the loaded envelopes. All the

2 Paper Handling 2-7 DoveRev. C A5 size chap2.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ 5. Slide the right side guide to the loaded envelopes. All the envelopes should be under the plastic tab of the right side guide. Note:Do not add env...

Page 38 - Manually Loading Paper

2-8 Paper Handling DoveRev. C A5 size chap2.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Manually Loading Paper You can manually load paper. Manually loading paper can be helpful when you want to check the print quality after each page is p...

Page 39 - Manual Feed

2 Paper Handling 2-9 DoveRev. C A5 size chap2.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ 2. The Basic Setting menu (except Windows NT 3.51) or the Printer Setup menu (Windows NT 3.51) appears. Check the Manual Feed check box. 3. Select th...

Page 40 - Selecting the Paper Size; Loading an uncommon paper size; To load an uncommon, or custom, paper size from 90

2-10 Paper Handling DoveRev. C A5 size chap2.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Selecting the Paper Size By default, the printer driver is set for A4 size paper. If you load paper of a different size, you need to change the paper ...

Page 41 - Printing on Special Paper; Envelopes

2 Paper Handling 2-11 DoveRev. C A5 size chap2.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Printing on Special Paper Note:Since the quality of any particular brand or type of media may be changed by the manufacturer at any time, EPSON cann...

Page 42 - Transparencies

2-12 Paper Handling DoveRev. C A5 size chap2.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ You should test the label sheet for leaking adhesive by pressing a sheet of paper on top of a sheet of labels. If the paper sticks to the sheet of lab...

Page 44 - ) increases paper feeding capacity (up to 500 sheets

3-2 Options DoveRev. C A5 size chap3.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ There are a number of options available for your printer. These include: ❏ The 500 Sheet Lower Paper Cassette Unit - Universal (C81290 ✽ ) increases paper fee...

Page 45 - 00 Sheet Lower Paper Cassette Unit; No Duplex Unit Installed; Unpack the 500 sheet lower paper cassette and place it on the

3 Options 3-3 DoveRev. C A5 size chap3.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ 500 Sheet Lower Paper Cassette Unit The optional lower paper cassette gives you a third paper source, in addition to the standard cassette tray and the MP T...

Page 46 - Make sure the printer and cassette are facing in the same

3-4 Options DoveRev. C A5 size chap3.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ 2. Make sure the printer and cassette are facing in the same direction. 3. Lift the printer and align the pins on the cassette with the holes on the bottom of...

Page 47 - Fasten the two feeder joints at the rear of the printer securely,

3 Options 3-5 DoveRev. C A5 size chap3.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ 5. Fasten the two feeder joints at the rear of the printer securely, using the supplied clips. 6. Remove the upper 250 sheet paper cassette completely from ...

Page 48 - Fasten the front feeder joints securely, using the supplied

3-6 Options DoveRev. C A5 size chap3.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ 7. Fasten the front feeder joints securely, using the supplied clips. w Warning:Always remove the optional 500 sheet lower paper cassette before lifting the p...

Page 49 - Duplex Unit Installed

3 Options 3-7 DoveRev. C A5 size chap3.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Duplex Unit Installed If you have already installed the duplex unit, follow the instructions below. Otherwise, if you are installing the 500 sheet lower pap...

Page 50 - Lower the printer and duplex unit combination onto the 500

3-8 Options DoveRev. C A5 size chap3.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ c Caution: ❏ Do not attempt to lift the printer and duplex unit combination using the grips on the printer. Only use the grips on the duplex unit. ❏ The print...

Page 51 - Use the supplied clips to fasten the two joints at the rear of the

3 Options 3-9 DoveRev. C A5 size chap3.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ 5. Use the supplied clips to fasten the two joints at the rear of the printer (joining the duplex unit to the 500 sheet lower paper cassette). Make sure the...

Page 52 - Use the supplied clips to fasten the two joints as shown below.

3-10 Options DoveRev. C A5 size chap3.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ 7. Use the supplied clips to fasten the two joints as shown below. Make sure the clips are fastened securely. 8. Push back the 500 sheet lower paper cassette...

Page 53 - Loading the optional lower cassette with paper; Remove the lower cassette by reaching into the handle and

3 Options 3-11 DoveRev. C A5 size chap3.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Loading the optional lower cassette with paper 1. Remove the lower cassette by reaching into the handle and pulling straight towards you. 2. Press down on ...

Page 54 - Squeeze the side guide and slide it to the far right of the

3-12 Options DoveRev. C A5 size chap3.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ 3. Squeeze the side guide and slide it to the far right of the cassette. 4. You may need to adjust the length of the cassette to fit the paper you are using....

Page 55 - Fan a stack of paper (up to 500 sheets) to prevent the sheets

3 Options 3-13 DoveRev. C A5 size chap3.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ 5. Fan a stack of paper (up to 500 sheets) to prevent the sheets from sticking together, and tap the edge of the stack on a firm surface to line up the edg...

Page 56 - Replace the paper cassette in the printer.

3-14 Options DoveRev. C A5 size chap3.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ 8. Replace the paper cassette in the printer. c Caution:Do not remove the cassette while you are printing, otherwise you may cause a paper jam.

Page 57 - Make sure that the computer and printer are turned off,

3 Options 3-15 DoveRev. C A5 size chap3.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Removing the Lower Paper Cassette (no duplex unit installed) When moving the printer, you should remove the lower paper cassette first. When fitted with th...

Page 60 - Completely remove the duplex tray, and pull out the 500 sheet

3-18 Options DoveRev. C A5 size chap3.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ 3. Completely remove the duplex tray, and pull out the 500 sheet lower cassette until you can see the two feeder joints the front of the printer as shown bel...

Page 61 - Lift the printer and duplex unit up and away from the 500

3 Options 3-19 DoveRev. C A5 size chap3.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ 6. Lift the printer and duplex unit up and away from the 500 sheet lower paper cassette. c Caution:When you lift the printer and duplex unit, always use th...

Page 62 - Duplex Unit; Installing the Duplex Unit; Unpack the parts of the duplex feeder, and place them on the

3-20 Options DoveRev. C A5 size chap3.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Duplex Unit Installing the Duplex Unit The optional duplex unit allows you to print on both sides of the paper automatically. To install the duplex unit, fol...

Page 63 - Remove the transparent cover attached to the rear of the

3 Options 3-21 DoveRev. C A5 size chap3.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ 2. Remove the transparent cover attached to the rear of the printer. Insert the duplex chute into the body exit of the printer, and secure it with the two ...

Page 64 - With the front of the printer towards you, grasp the sides of

3-22 Options DoveRev. C A5 size chap3.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ 4. With the front of the printer towards you, grasp the sides of the printer. Line up the corners of the printer with the corners of the duplex unit and plac...

Page 65 - Check that the printer is securely seated on top of the duplex

3 Options 3-23 DoveRev. C A5 size chap3.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ 5. Check that the printer is securely seated on top of the duplex unit. 6. Use the supplied clips to fasten the duplex unit to the printer and close the du...

Page 66 - Completely remove the paper cassette. Pull out the duplex

3-24 Options DoveRev. C A5 size chap3.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ 7. Completely remove the paper cassette. Pull out the duplex unit feeder tray until you can see the two feeder joints at the front of the printer. 8. Use the...

Page 67 - Removing the Duplex Unit

3 Options 3-25 DoveRev. C A5 size chap3.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ You can select duplex printing either through the printer driver software, or through the printer’s control panel. Using the printer driver:Check the Duple...

Page 68 - At the rear of the printer, pinch the two feeder joint clips

3-26 Options DoveRev. C A5 size chap3.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ 3. At the rear of the printer, pinch the two feeder joint clips between your thumb and finger and remove them, as shown in the illustration below. 4. Complet...

Page 69 - Pinch the two front feeder joint clips between your thumb and

3 Options 3-27 DoveRev. C A5 size chap3.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ 5. Pinch the two front feeder joint clips between your thumb and finger, and remove them from the front of the printer, as shown below. 6. Save the front a...

Page 70 - Inside the vertical component of the duplex unit is the plastic

3-28 Options DoveRev. C A5 size chap3.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ 8. Inside the vertical component of the duplex unit is the plastic cover which was originally taken from the printer. Remove it from the duplex unit and rest...

Page 71 - Face Up Tray; ). This tray gives you immediate viewing; Installing the Face Up Tray; Find the three mounting holes on the rear of the printer. If you

3 Options 3-29 DoveRev. C A5 size chap3.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Face Up Tray The printer normally outputs paper face down on top of the printer. If you want face-up output, you can install the optional Face Up Tray (C81...

Page 72 - Pull the center grip of the face-up tray to open the large part; Removing the Face Up Tray; Follow the instructions below to remove the face-up tray.

3-30 Options DoveRev. C A5 size chap3.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ 2. Pull the center grip of the face-up tray to open the large part of the tray extension. If you need to use the small part of the tray extension, flip this ...

Page 73 - Detach the face-up tray from the rear of the printer (or from; Memory Modules; Access speed of 60 ns or less

3 Options 3-31 DoveRev. C A5 size chap3.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ 2. Detach the face-up tray from the rear of the printer (or from the rear of the optional duplex unit, if you have installed it). Store the face-up tray in...

Page 74 - Installing a memory module; Unplug the power cable from the electrical outlet.

3-32 Options DoveRev. C A5 size chap3.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Installing a memory module 1. Turn off the printer. w Warning:To avoid electrical shock, do not attempt to install a SIMM unless the printer is turned off. 2...

Page 75 - Insert the SIMM module into the RAM slot at an angle,

3 Options 3-33 DoveRev. C A5 size chap3.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ 8. Insert the SIMM module into the RAM slot at an angle, making sure the pint numbers of the slot and the SIMM match, either 1 or 72 . 9. Press the module ...

Page 76 - Removing a memory module; Perform steps 1 through 7 in the previous section to access the

3-34 Options DoveRev. C A5 size chap3.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ If an incorrect amount of memory is shown on the status sheet, turn off the printer and review the steps above to make sure you correctly installed the SIMM....

Page 77 - ROM module; Installing a ROM Module

3 Options 3-35 DoveRev. C A5 size chap3.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ ROM module Installing a ROM Module You can install the EPSONScript Level 2 Package (C83229 ✽ ) using the same basic steps as those used to install the memo...

Page 78 - Removing a ROM Module; Optional Interfaces

3-36 Options DoveRev. C A5 size chap3.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Removing a ROM Module 1. Perform steps 1 through 7 in “Installing memory module” section to access the printer’s RAM slots. 2. Push the metal switch to relea...

Page 80 - Installing an Interface Card; Follow the steps below to install an optional interface card.

3-38 Options DoveRev. C A5 size chap3.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Installing an Interface Card Follow the steps below to install an optional interface card. 1. Turn off the printer. 2. Unplug the power cable from the electr...

Page 81 - Secure the interface card with the two retaining screws.

3 Options 3-39 DoveRev. C A5 size chap3.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ 6. Secure the interface card with the two retaining screws. You can verify that the interface is correctly installed by printing a status sheet.

Page 84 - Utility Overview; ) to monitor or get the current status of a

4-2 EPSON Status Monitor 2 Utility DoveRev. C A5 size chap4.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Utility Overview The EPSON Status Monitor 2 is a utility program that monitors your printer and gives you information about the current...

Page 85 - Installing the Utility

4 EPSON Status Monitor 2 Utility 4-3 DoveRev. C A5 size chap4.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Installing the Utility 1. Make sure Windows is running. 2. Insert the CD-ROM that comes with your printer into your CD-ROM drive (usu...

Page 86 - Accessing the Utility; Start; Accessing Online Help

4-4 EPSON Status Monitor 2 Utility DoveRev. C A5 size chap4.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Accessing the Utility For Windows 95, 98, and NT 4.0 1. Click Start , then point to Programs . 2. Point to Epson , then click EPSON Sta...

Page 88 - Overview; The display shows the following:

5-2 SelecType DoveRev. C A5 size chap5.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ This section explains how to use the control panel; its display, its indicators and its buttons to make settings. In the later part of this section, there i...

Page 90 - Indicator Lights; On Line

5-4 SelecType DoveRev. C A5 size chap5.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Indicator Lights On Line On when the printer is on line, indicating the printer can receive and print data. When the printer is off line, this light is off....

Page 91 - Buttons

5 SelecType 5-5 DoveRev. C A5 size chap5.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Buttons On Line Switches the printer between on line and off line status. SelecType (ALT) Selects a OneTouch mode or a SelecType mode. Press this button o...

Page 92 - Enter

5-6 SelecType DoveRev. C A5 size chap5.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Enter (Status Sheet) Selects the corresponding OneTouch mode option listed above this button, or accepts the setting currently shown on the display as a new...

Page 93 - When to use SelecType; Specifying the channel and configuring the interface

5 SelecType 5-7 DoveRev. C A5 size chap5.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ When to use SelecType In general, use SelecType only for settings you cannot make in your software, including the following: ❏ Changing the emulation mode...

Page 95 - Using the buttons in SelecType Mode

5 SelecType 5-9 DoveRev. C A5 size chap5.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Using the buttons in SelecType Mode Note:You can directly access certain menu items using the OneTouch modes. For more information, see "Using the One...

Page 96 - SelecType menus; Test Menu; Font Sample, I239X Font Sample, PS Status Sheet

5-10 SelecType DoveRev. C A5 size chap5.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ SelecType menus This section gives a brief description of the menus in SelecType and lists the item settings available on each menu. Test Menu These settin...

Page 97 - Tray Size Menu; Init Paper

5 SelecType 5-11 DoveRev. C A5 size chap5.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Tray Size Menu These settings display the paper size loaded in each paper tray. This paper size may be different from the size set in the Page Size menu,...

Page 98 - Serial Menu; Buffer Size

5-12 SelecType DoveRev. C A5 size chap5.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Serial Menu These settings control communication between the printer and the host computer when using a serial interface, and are necessary for correct com...

Page 99 - PS Menu

5 SelecType 5-13 DoveRev. C A5 size chap5.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ PS Menu These settings are available only if the optional EPSONScript Level 2 has been installed. See "PS menu", page 5-34 for further details. E...

Page 100 - Using the OneTouch Modes; OneTouch mode 1; To enter OneTouch mode 1, press the; button; Paper Source; Specifies the paper size.

5-14 SelecType DoveRev. C A5 size chap5.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Using the OneTouch Modes The OneTouch modes are part of SelecType mode, but they are more limited and easier to use. The settings you make in the OneTouch ...

Page 101 - OneTouch mode 2; RITech

5 SelecType 5-15 DoveRev. C A5 size chap5.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ OneTouch mode 2 To enter OneTouch mode 2, press the SelecType button (repeatedly if necessary) until the light next to RITech comes on, indicating that t...

Page 102 - Understanding SelecType Settings; Test menu; For all the settings below, you should press; You cannot select any values by pressing; Value

5-16 SelecType DoveRev. C A5 size chap5.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Understanding SelecType Settings Read this section for a complete description of the settings at you can make using the SelecType menus. Test menu For all ...

Page 103 - Emulation menu; The options available are the same for every interface.; Printing menu; If you select; Auto; , paper feeds from the tray containing the paper; Page Size

5 SelecType 5-17 DoveRev. C A5 size chap5.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Emulation menu Use this menu to select the printer emulation mode. You can specify a different emulation for each interface fitted to the printer; in oth...

Page 104 - Specifies the output tray.

5-18 SelecType DoveRev. C A5 size chap5.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Wide A4 This setting specifies whether the printer accepts wide A4 paper for printing or not. Orientation Specifies whether the page is printed in portrait...

Page 105 - Binding

5 SelecType 5-19 DoveRev. C A5 size chap5.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Binding Selects the binding direction of the printout. This item is available only when the Duplex Unit is installed. Start Page If the optional Duplex U...

Page 106 - Tray Size menu; Allows you to set the paper size for the MP Tray.; LC1 Size

5-20 SelecType DoveRev. C A5 size chap5.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Tray Size menu Use this menu to make the MP Tray paper size setting and check the currently loaded paper size in the standard and optional paper cassettes,...

Page 107 - Config menu; Adjust the print density to make documents lighter or darker.

5 SelecType 5-21 DoveRev. C A5 size chap5.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Config menu This menu allows you to make various settings which affect the operation of the printer. RITech Allows you to adjust the RITech setting. RITe...

Page 108 - Top Offset

5-22 SelecType DoveRev. C A5 size chap5.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Top Offset Makes fine adjustments to the vertical position of the printing on the page. c Caution:Be sure that the printed image does not extend over the t...

Page 109 - AutoCont; Continue; button to resume printing. In; Page Protect; ON; Image Optimum; On

5 SelecType 5-23 DoveRev. C A5 size chap5.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ AutoCont Permits the printer to continue printing automatically after a certain period of time when one of the following errors occurs: Paper Set, Print ...

Page 110 - Setup menu; Interface; When this is set to; , the printer automatically receives data; Time Out

5-24 SelecType DoveRev. C A5 size chap5.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Setup menu This menu allows you to set up various parameters, mainly concerned with the printer hardware. Interface When this is set to Auto , the printer ...

Page 111 - Standby; Displays the printer name instead of; Toner; Displays the amount of toner left in the imaging cartridge.; Toner Counter Clear; Resets the toner counter, wher you replace the imaging cartridge.

5 SelecType 5-25 DoveRev. C A5 size chap5.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Standby Save energy by reducing power to the fixing heater if the printer receives no data for 30 minutes. In this mode, the printer begins to warm up as...

Page 112 - Page Count; Displays the total number of sheets printed by this printer.; SelecType Init

5-26 SelecType DoveRev. C A5 size chap5.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ LC2 Init. Paper Specifies the amount of paper that you load in the optional lower paper cassette. Page Count Displays the total number of sheets printed by...

Page 113 - Parallel menu; Maximum; , more memory is allocated for; , more memory is allocated for; Normal

5 SelecType 5-27 DoveRev. C A5 size chap5.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Parallel menu This menu allows you to make settings which control the parallel interface. Speed Specifies the transfer speed between the computer and the...

Page 114 - Word Length

5-28 SelecType DoveRev. C A5 size chap5.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Serial Menu Allows you to make various settings concerned with the serial interface. Word Length Selects the word length used in serial communication (eith...

Page 115 - known as “software handshaking”. The; , more memory is allocated to receiving data. If set to

5 SelecType 5-29 DoveRev. C A5 size chap5.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ XOn/XOff Selects the communications protocol between the computer and the printer to On , Off , or Robust . XOn/XOff protocol is sometimes known as “soft...

Page 116 - AUX menu; , more memory is allocated to printing data. The factory; LJ4 menu; Font Source

5-30 SelecType DoveRev. C A5 size chap5.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ AUX menu This menu is only available if the optional interface has been installed. Buffer Size Determines the amount of memory used for receiving and print...

Page 117 - and; Font Number; the printer uses the default symbol set.

5 SelecType 5-31 DoveRev. C A5 size chap5.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Height Chooses the height of the font used in the print job, if the font is a proportional scalable font. The height is expressed in points; one inch bei...

Page 118 - LF Function; If you set LF Function to; GL2 menu

5-32 SelecType DoveRev. C A5 size chap5.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ LF Function If you set LF Function to LF , the printer does not send an automatic carriage return (CR) command with each line feed (LF) or form feed (FF). ...

Page 119 - Selects the logical “pen” which is used to “plot” the drawing.

5 SelecType 5-33 DoveRev. C A5 size chap5.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ GL-Mode Selects whether the emulation is similar to the GL/2 or the HP LaserJet 4 emulation of the GL/2. Scale Selects whether the output from the softwa...

Page 120 - Before you start printing in the GL/2 mode; Printer’s paper size setting; PS menu

5-34 SelecType DoveRev. C A5 size chap5.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Before you start printing in the GL/2 mode You may need to change the printer settings, depending on your output needs. First, check the printer’s settings...

Page 121 - ESCP2 and FX menus; Font; Selects the font which is used for printing.; Pitch; Turns condensed printing on or off.; Text; Orientation; settings, the page length setting automatically returns

5 SelecType 5-35 DoveRev. C A5 size chap5.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ ESCP2 and FX menus This menu allows you to make settings which affect the printer when it is in ESCP2 or FX emulation mode. The same menu items are avail...

Page 122 - CG Table

5-36 SelecType DoveRev. C A5 size chap5.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ CG Table Use the character generator table option to select the graphics character table or the italics table. The graphics table contains graphic characte...

Page 123 - ZeroChar

5 SelecType 5-37 DoveRev. C A5 size chap5.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ If you select the BarCode setting, the printer converts bit images to bar codes by automatically filling in any vertical gaps between dots. This produces...

Page 125 - Code Page; Selects character table 1 or 2.

5 SelecType 5-39 DoveRev. C A5 size chap5.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Code Page Selects the character tables. Character tables contain the characters and symbols used by different languages. The printer prints text based in...

Page 129 - Problems and Solutions; Paper jams; Preventing paper feed and paper jam problems; Use a higher-quality paper that is not too thin or rough.; The printer stops and an error message is shown

6 Troubleshooting and Maintenance 6-3 DoveRev. C A5 size chap6.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Problems and Solutions Most printer problems have simple solutions. Look through this section to find the kind of problem you have, ...

Page 130 - Clearing a paper jam

6-4 Troubleshooting and Maintenance DoveRev. C A5 size chap6.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ ❏ Try turning over the stack of paper in the paper tray. Most paper packages indicate the best side for printing. ❏ The paper or media...

Page 131 - Feed Jam; Paper jammed before reaching the Imaging Cartridge

6 Troubleshooting and Maintenance 6-5 DoveRev. C A5 size chap6.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ If paper jams in the printer before reaching the Imaging Cartridge, the display shows Feed Jam . 1. Open the printer cover, and remo...

Page 132 - Open the cassette tray (if you are using the optional lower

6-6 Troubleshooting and Maintenance DoveRev. C A5 size chap6.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ 5. Open the cassette tray (if you are using the optional lower paper cassette, open it) and remove any jammed sheets or sheets which h...

Page 133 - Paper Jam; Paper jammed between the Imaging Cartridge and the paper exit

6 Troubleshooting and Maintenance 6-7 DoveRev. C A5 size chap6.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ If paper is jammed between the Imaging Cartridge and the paper exit, the display shows Paper Jam . 1. Open the printer cover and rem...

Page 134 - Exiting; Paper jammed at the paper exit

6-8 Troubleshooting and Maintenance DoveRev. C A5 size chap6.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ If paper is jammed at the paper exit, the display shows Exiting Paper Jam . 1. Open the cover and remove the cartridge. 2. If you have...

Page 135 - Paper Jam in Duplex; Paper jammed at the entrance to the duplex unit

6 Troubleshooting and Maintenance 6-9 DoveRev. C A5 size chap6.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ If paper is jammed as it enters the optional duplex, the display shows Paper Jam in Duplex . 1. Unfasten the catch of the duplex uni...

Page 136 - Jam in Duplex Cover; Paper jammed in the vertical unit of the duplex unit

6-10 Troubleshooting and Maintenance DoveRev. C A5 size chap6.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ 7. As previously described, remove any jammed or partially-fed sheets of paper or other media from the cassette tray or the MP tray. ...

Page 137 - Jam in Duplex; Paper Jammed in the duplex unit

6 Troubleshooting and Maintenance 6-11 DoveRev. C A5 size chap6.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ 4. If you opened the optional duplex unit or removed the optional face up tray, close and re-fasten the duplex unit or replace the ...

Page 138 - Open the paper cassettes and remove any jammed or partially; Operational problems; Press; once to put the printer on line (the; The; light does not turn on when you turn the printer on.; The printer does not print and the

6-12 Troubleshooting and Maintenance DoveRev. C A5 size chap6.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ 5. Close the duplex tray. 6. Close and lock the vertical unit. 7. Open the paper cassettes and remove any jammed or partially fed pap...

Page 139 - Printout problems; light is on but nothing prints.; The font selected with software commands won't print.

6 Troubleshooting and Maintenance 6-13 DoveRev. C A5 size chap6.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Your computer may not be properly connected to the printer. Perform the procedure described in “Connecting the printer to the compu...

Page 140 - Position of the printout is not correct

6-14 Troubleshooting and Maintenance DoveRev. C A5 size chap6.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ If you are using a serial interface, set the parity, baud rate, number of data bits, and number of stop bits to match the computer. T...

Page 141 - Print quality problems; Lighten the; The background is dark or dirty.

6 Troubleshooting and Maintenance 6-15 DoveRev. C A5 size chap6.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Print quality problems Lighten the Density setting on the Panel menu of your printer driver. Turn off the printer. Clean the paper ...

Page 142 - Uneven print quality on the page

6-16 Troubleshooting and Maintenance DoveRev. C A5 size chap6.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ There may be a problem with the Imaging Cartridge. Remove the cartridge, shake it gently from side to side, and then reinstall it. If...

Page 143 - Darken the; setting on the Panel menu of your printer driver.; Missing areas on printed image

6 Troubleshooting and Maintenance 6-17 DoveRev. C A5 size chap6.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ If the problem remains, replace the Imaging Cartridge. See "Replacing the Imaging Cartridge", on page 6-30 Your paper may b...

Page 144 - Memory problems; The image is too dark; Mem Overflow

6-18 Troubleshooting and Maintenance DoveRev. C A5 size chap6.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Take out the Imaging Cartridge, shake it gently from side to side to distribute the toner, and then reinstall it. If the problem pers...

Page 145 - Lower the Resolution setting to 300 dpi.; Option problems; Be sure you have selected the proper paper tray in your software.; Paper does not feed from the optional lower paper cassette

6 Troubleshooting and Maintenance 6-19 DoveRev. C A5 size chap6.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ You may also need to increase the amount of printer memory. see chapter 3 for more informaiton on adding memory. The printer has in...

Page 146 - Error Messages; Check Paper Size

6-20 Troubleshooting and Maintenance DoveRev. C A5 size chap6.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Error Messages This section contains a list of the messages shown on the display, giving a brief description of each message and sugg...

Page 147 - Duplex Mem Overflow

6 Troubleshooting and Maintenance 6-21 DoveRev. C A5 size chap6.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ There is not enough memory to print both sides of the document using the duplex unit. To correct the error, press the Continue butt...

Page 148 - Face Up print off

6-22 Troubleshooting and Maintenance DoveRev. C A5 size chap6.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Face Up printing was canceled. Government Legal and Legal size paper cannot be printed with Face Up output by this printer. Even if F...

Page 149 - Turn off the printer then resend the print data.; Illegal DIMM x

6 Troubleshooting and Maintenance 6-23 DoveRev. C A5 size chap6.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ This message means that the printer cannot communicate with the installed optional interface card. Turn off the printer and remove ...

Page 150 - The cassette tray is not inserted properly. Insert the tray.

6-24 Troubleshooting and Maintenance DoveRev. C A5 size chap6.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ There is no Imaging Cartridge inserted in the printer. Install a Imaging Cartridge (see "Replacing the Imaging Cartridge", on...

Page 151 - label. Be careful not to touch the; Need Memory

6 Troubleshooting and Maintenance 6-25 DoveRev. C A5 size chap6.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ The printer has insufficient memory available for the current task. Add more memory to your printer as described in "Memory Mod...

Page 152 - Paper Out XXXXX YYYY

6-26 Troubleshooting and Maintenance DoveRev. C A5 size chap6.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ There is no paper in the specified paper source ( ;;;;; ). Load paper of the indicated size ( <<<< )into the source. See ...

Page 153 - The printer is checking its RAM memory.

6 Troubleshooting and Maintenance 6-27 DoveRev. C A5 size chap6.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ The printer is checking its RAM memory. The printer is ready to print. The printer's current interface has been reset and the buffe...

Page 154 - The printer is warming up.

6-28 Troubleshooting and Maintenance DoveRev. C A5 size chap6.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ A controller error or a print engine error has been detected. Write down the error number listed on the display and turn off the prin...

Page 155 - Resetting the printer; There are two ways to reset the printer.; To reset the printer, hold down the; Reset; Reset all; To perform reset all, hold down the; Reset; You can also perform reset all by turning off the printer.

6 Troubleshooting and Maintenance 6-29 DoveRev. C A5 size chap6.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Resetting the printer There are two ways to reset the printer. Reset Resetting the printer stops printing and clears the current pr...

Page 156 - Replacing the Imaging Cartridge; Open the printer cover by pressing the latch on the top right

6-30 Troubleshooting and Maintenance DoveRev. C A5 size chap6.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Replacing the Imaging Cartridge The Imaging Cartridge prints up to 8,500 pages depending upon the complexity of your print jobs. If y...

Page 157 - Grasp the Imaging Cartridge as shown in the illustration, and

6 Troubleshooting and Maintenance 6-31 DoveRev. C A5 size chap6.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ 2. Grasp the Imaging Cartridge as shown in the illustration, and pull it upward to remove it. Store the used cartridge in its origi...

Page 158 - Hold the Imaging Cartridge as shown in the illustration

6-32 Troubleshooting and Maintenance DoveRev. C A5 size chap6.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Note: ❏ Save the aluminized bag in which the toner cartridge was packed, in case you need to store the cartridge after removing it (f...

Page 159 - Setup

6 Troubleshooting and Maintenance 6-33 DoveRev. C A5 size chap6.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Note: ❏ Always pull the tab horizontally. It may break if you pull it at an angle. ❏ Always make sure that the top of the cartridge...

Page 160 - Cleaning the Printer; Cleaning the outside of the printer

6-34 Troubleshooting and Maintenance DoveRev. C A5 size chap6.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Cleaning the Printer The printer needs only minimal cleaning. If you notice a decline in print quality, clean the inside of the print...

Page 161 - As shown in the illustration below, pinch the cleaning brush; Cleaning the inside of the printer; Remove any dirt inside the printer with a clean cloth.

6 Troubleshooting and Maintenance 6-35 DoveRev. C A5 size chap6.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ 4. As shown in the illustration below, pinch the cleaning brush and slide it gently once across the surface of the mirror. Note: ❏ ...

Page 162 - Removing spilled toner

6-36 Troubleshooting and Maintenance DoveRev. C A5 size chap6.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Removing spilled toner If toner spills inside the printer, do not use the printer until you remove all the spilled toner. If only a s...

Page 163 - Transporting the Printer

6 Troubleshooting and Maintenance 6-37 DoveRev. C A5 size chap6.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Transporting the Printer If you need to transport your printer, carefully repack it using the original box and packing materials as...

Page 165 - Paper; Specifications

A-2 Technical Specifications DoveRev. C A5 size appa.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Paper Specifications Note:Since the quality of any particular brand or type of paper may be changed by the manufacturer at any time, EPSON can...

Page 166 - Printer; General

A Technical Specifications A-3 DoveRev. C A5 size appa.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ c Caution: Only load paper sizes that are listed above. Note:The printable area varies, depending on the emulation mode currently in use. Pr...

Page 167 - Environmental

A-4 Technical Specifications DoveRev. C A5 size appa.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Environmental Internal emulation: HP listed LaserJet 4 emulation (LJ4 mode) HP-GL/2 emulations (GL2 mode) ESC/P2 24-pin printer emulation (ESC...

Page 168 - Mechanical

A Technical Specifications A-5 DoveRev. C A5 size appa.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Mechanical Electrical Dimensions and weight: Height: 264 mm (10.4 inches) Width: 421 mm (16.6 inches) Depth: 420 mm (16.5 inches) Weight: 13...

Page 169 - Interfaces; Parallel interface

A-6 Technical Specifications DoveRev. C A5 size appa.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Interfaces Parallel interface The parallel (IEEE 1284-I compliant) interface connector pin assignments are shown in the table below. The colum...

Page 173 - NC

A-10 Technical Specifications DoveRev. C A5 size appa.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ nAutoFd/HostBusy/HostAck NC Not used. PeripheralLogicHigh Pull up to + 5 V with 3.9 k Ω . Compatibility mode: Not used. Negotiation phase: In...

Page 174 - nInit/nReverseRequest

A Technical Specifications A-11 DoveRev. C A5 size appa.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ nInit/nReverseRequest nFault/DataAvail/nPeriphRequest Compatibility mode: When a low signal is detected, the printer is deemed to be BUSY u...

Page 175 - GND; CG

A-12 Technical Specifications DoveRev. C A5 size appa.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ nSelectIn/IEEE1284active GND Twisted pair return signal. CG Connected to the printer chassis. This signal and GND are connected. +5V Pull up ...

Page 176 - Using the ECP mode in Windows 95 and Windows 98

A Technical Specifications A-13 DoveRev. C A5 size appa.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Using the ECP mode in Windows 95 and Windows 98 To use the ECP mode with a Parallel (IEEE 1284 level I compliant) connector, your computer ...

Page 177 - Serial Interface; Data format; Error handling

A-14 Technical Specifications DoveRev. C A5 size appa.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Serial Interface The printer’s serial interface has the following characteristics: Data format Handshaking The printer’s serial interface can...

Page 178 - Pin assignments

A Technical Specifications A-15 DoveRev. C A5 size appa.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Pin assignments The serial interface connector pin assignments and a description of the interface signals are shown in the table below. The...

Page 179 - Using the Serial Interface

A-16 Technical Specifications DoveRev. C A5 size appa.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Using the Serial Interface If you use a serial interface, you need to confirm that the printer and the computer are using the same serial set...

Page 180 - Using the serial interface utility

A Technical Specifications A-17 DoveRev. C A5 size appa.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ For Windows 95 , 98, and NT 4.0 1. Click the Start button, point to Settings, and then click Printers. 2. Right-click the EPSON EPL-5700 ic...

Page 181 - Options and Consumables; 00 Sheet Lower Paper Cassette Unit - Universal (C81290

A-18 Technical Specifications DoveRev. C A5 size appa.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Options and Consumables 500 Sheet Lower Paper Cassette Unit - Universal (C81290 ✽ ) Face Up Tray (C81294 ✽ ) Paper size: A4, Letter, Legal, B...

Page 184 - Appendix B

B Symbol Sets B-1 DoveRev. C A5 sizeappb.mif10/28/98Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Appendix B Symbol Sets Introduction to Symbol Sets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-2 In LJ4 Emulation Mode . . . . . . . ....

Page 185 - Introduction to Symbol Sets

B-2 Symbol Sets DoveRev. C A5 size appb.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Introduction to Symbol Sets Your printer can access a variety of symbol sets. Many of these symbol sets differ only in the international characters specifi...

Page 186 - In LJ4 Emulation Mode

B Symbol Sets B-3 DoveRev. C A5 sizeappb.mif10/28/98Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ In LJ4 Emulation Mode The following table lists the symbol sets available in LJ4 emulation mode. A table of the characters for each set is included later in...

Page 204 - International Set for ISO sets

B Symbol Sets B-21 DoveRev. C A5 sizeappb.mif10/28/98Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ International Set for ISO sets To obtain the symbol sets listed below, substitute the characters in the ANSI ASCII sets with the characters in the table be...

Page 205 - In ESC/P 2 or FX Modes

B-22 Symbol Sets DoveRev. C A5 size appb.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ In ESC/P 2 or FX Modes PC 437, 850, 860, 863, 865 857, 852, BRASCII, Abicamp PC 437 OCR A EPSON Roman N × × × Courier SWC N N × × EPSON Sans serif N × × ×...

Page 208 - BRASCII Abicomp

B Symbol Sets B-25 DoveRev. C A5 sizeappb.mif10/28/98Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ BRASCII Abicomp Italic No characters are available for hex code 15 in the italic character table.

Page 209 - International Character Sets

B-26 Symbol Sets DoveRev. C A5 size appb.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ International Character Sets You can select one of the following international character sets using either SelecType or the ESC R command. For example, wh...

Page 210 - Characters available with the ESC (^ command

B Symbol Sets B-27 DoveRev. C A5 sizeappb.mif10/28/98Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Characters available with the ESC (^ command To print the characters in the table below, use the ESC (^ command.

Page 211 - In I239X Emulation Mode

B-28 Symbol Sets DoveRev. C A5 size appb.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ In I239X Emulation Mode Available symbol sets in I239X mode are PC437, PC850, PC860, PC863, and PC865. Refer to “ESC/P 2 or FX modes” in the previous sect...

Page 214 - Job control

C Command Summary C-3 DoveRev. C A5 size appc.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ LaserJet 4 (LJ4) Emulation Commands This section lists the printer commands supported in the LJ4 emulation mode. For more information on printer comm...

Page 215 - Font selection

C-4 Command Summary DoveRev. C A5 size appc.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Font selection Primary symbol set ESC (id Secondary symbol set ESC )id Primary spacing ESC (s#P Secondary spacing ESC )s#P Primary pitch ESC (s#H Secon...

Page 216 - Raster Graphics

C Command Summary C-5 DoveRev. C A5 size appc.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Raster Graphics Raster resolutions ESC *t#R Raster graphics presentations ESC *r#F Start raster graphics ESC *r#A Raster Y offset ESC *b#Y Set raster...

Page 217 - Programming hints; GL/2 context commands; Dual context extensions

C-6 Command Summary DoveRev. C A5 size appc.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Programming hints End-of-line wrap ESC &s#C Enable display functions ESC Y Disable display functions ESC Z PCL vector graphics switching / set-up p...

Page 218 - Polygon Group

C Command Summary C-7 DoveRev. C A5 size appc.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Polygon Group Circle CI Fill rectangle absolute RA Fill rectangle relative RR Edge rectangle absolute EA Edge rectangle relative ER Fill wedge WG Edg...

Page 219 - Configuration and status group

C-8 Command Summary DoveRev. C A5 size appc.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Configuration and status group Scale SC Input window IW Input P1 and P2 IP Input relative P1 and P2 IR Default values DF Initialize IN Rotate coordinat...

Page 220 - ESC/P 2 and FX Commands; General operation

C Command Summary C-9 DoveRev. C A5 size appc.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ ESC/P 2 and FX Commands This section lists the printer commands supported in the ESC/P 2 and FX emulation modes. ESC/P 2 mode General operation Initi...

Page 221 - Print position motion

C-10 Command Summary DoveRev. C A5 size appc.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Print position motion Set absolute horizontal print position ESC $ n1 n2 Set relative horizontal print position ESC \ n1 n2 Set absolute vertical prin...

Page 222 - Font enhancement

C Command Summary C-11 DoveRev. C A5 size appc.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Font enhancement Select condensed printing SI Cancel condensed printing DC2 Select double-width printing (one line) SO Turn double-width printing on...

Page 223 - FX mode; Printer commands arranged by topic

C-12 Command Summary DoveRev. C A5 size appc.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ FX mode Printer commands arranged by topic The following section lists and describes all FX and LQ commands by topic. Printer operation Initialize pri...

Page 224 - Overall printing style

C Command Summary C-13 DoveRev. C A5 size appc.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Overall printing style Select letter quality or draft ESC x n Note:The print quality and speed cannot be changed even if you send the ESC x command....

Page 225 - Word processing

C-14 Command Summary DoveRev. C A5 size appc.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Word processing Set intercharacter space ESC SP n Select character tables ESC t n Assign character tables ESC ( t nn Select international character se...

Page 226 - PJL Commands

C Command Summary C-15 DoveRev. C A5 size appc.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ PJL Commands This section lists the available commands for printer job language mode (PJL). For more information on PJL, refer to the Printer Job La...

Page 227 - I239X Emulation Commands; Page format; Printable area

C-16 Command Summary DoveRev. C A5 size appc.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ I239X Emulation Commands This section lists the printer commands supported in the I239X emulation mode. For more information on these commands, see IB...

Page 228 - Paper feeding/print position motion

C Command Summary C-17 DoveRev. C A5 size appc.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Paper feeding/print position motion Carriage return CR Line feed LF Form feed FF Move paper vertically (n/180, n/216, or n/360 inch) ESC J Automatic...

Page 229 - Auxiliary Functions

C-18 Command Summary DoveRev. C A5 size appc.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Font enhancement Continuous overscore ESC_ Continuous underline ESC- Score select ESC[- Select print type style ESC[@ Begin double-width printing by l...

Page 230 - AGM Mode; Line spacing

C Command Summary C-19 DoveRev. C A5 size appc.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ AGM Mode Line spacing Set line spacing for graphics (n/180, n/216, or n/360 inch) ESC 3 Set line spacing for text (n/60 inch) ESC A Paper feeding/pr...

Page 233 - Printer and Screen Fonts

D-2 Working with Fonts DoveRev. C A5 size appd.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Read this section if you would like to know more about fonts and see samples of the installed fonts. To select a font, use your application program....

Page 234 - Available Fonts

D Working with Fonts D-3 DoveRev. C A5 size appd.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Available Fonts The following table lists the fonts that are installed on your printer. The names of all the fonts appear in your software's font ...

Page 237 - Adding More Fonts; Downloading fonts; Selecting Fonts

D-6 Working with Fonts DoveRev. C A5 size appd.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Adding More Fonts Fonts that reside on your computer's hard disk can be downloaded, or transferred, to the printer so they can be printed. Downloade...

Page 239 - For United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland users; World Wide Web

E-2 Contacting Customer Support DoveRev. C A5 size appe.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ If your printer is not operating properly and you cannot solve your problem with the troubleshooting information in this guide and online h...

Page 240 - Faxon EPSON

E Contacting Customer Support E-3 DoveRev. C A5 size appe.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Faxon EPSON Contact Faxon EPSON faxback service for support information including troubleshooting tips, switch settings, and driver infor...

Page 241 - Pre Sales Enquiry Desk; For Australian users; EPSON FAXBACK

E-4 Contacting Customer Support DoveRev. C A5 size appe.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Pre Sales Enquiry Desk The Enquiry Desk team can be contacted by calling 0800 220546 in the UK or 1 800 409132 from the Republic of Ireland...

Page 242 - Your Dealer; For Singapore users

E Contacting Customer Support E-5 DoveRev. C A5 size appe.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Your Dealer Don’t forget that your dealer can often help identify and resolve problems. The dealer should always be the first call for ad...

Page 243 - For Hong Kong users; Internet home page; Electronic bulletin board system

E-6 Contacting Customer Support DoveRev. C A5 size appe.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ For Hong Kong users To obtain technical support as well as other after-sales services, users are welcome to contact EPSON Hong Kong Limited...

Page 244 - For Philippines users

E Contacting Customer Support E-7 DoveRev. C A5 size appe.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ For Philippines users To obtain technical support as well as other after sales services, users are welcome to contact the EPSON Philippin...

Page 245 - Technical Support Hotline; For Philippines Users

E-8 Contacting Customer Support DoveRev. C A5 size appe.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Technical Support Hotline You can also contact our technical staff at the following telephone and fax numbers: Phone: (852) 2585-4399 Fax: ...

Page 247 - Switching between SelecType Menus

F-2 Map of SelecType Menus DoveRev. C A5 size appf.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 L Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Switching between SelecType Menus The following menu maps show the possible menus and options in SelecType. KEY Pressing the Menu button display...

Page 250 - Glossary

Glossary 1 DoveRev. C A5 size glossary.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R Proof Sign-off:Nishi _______ <leadername> _______ <editorname> _______ Glossary ASCII American Standard Code for Information Interchange. A standardized way of assigning codes to characters and control codes. The system is wide...

Page 254 - IN; Index

IN - 1 DoveRev. C A5 size index.mif 10/28/98 Pass 0 R A Adjusting print density, 1-4ALT, 5-5AUX Menu, 5-12, 5-30 B Button, 5-5 C Check Duplex P-size, 6-20Check Paper Size, 6-20Cleaning printer, 6-35Config Menu, 5-11, 5-21Consumables Imaging Cartridge, A-19replacing, 6-31specifications, A-19 Continue...