Epson ActionPrinter 2000 User manual

U S E R’ S G U I D E

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User’s Guide

For United States Users

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital

device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide

reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This

equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and

used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio or

television reception. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a

particular installation. If this equipment does cause interference to radio and television

reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is

encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

•

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna

•

Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver

•

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

receiver is connected

•

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

WARNING

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

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

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

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

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

interfaces.

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

authority to operate the equipment.

For Canadian Users

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from

digital apparatus as set out in the radio interference regulations of the Canadian Department

of Communications.

Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites

applicables aux appareils numériques de Classe B prescrites dans le réglement sur le

brouillage radioélectrique édicté par le Ministère des Communications du Canada.

Tips for printing on single sheets

There are a few things you should know about printing on single

sheets as opposed to continuous paper. When you print on single

sheets, you may notice that your printer prints the first page of

your file correctly but then prints too low on the next page, or

that it prints the last few lines from one page onto the next.

These differences in print position are easy to adjust; you can

simply change some of the settings in your application program as

described below to get the right results.

When you install an application program, it normally asks you

what printer you are using. Make sure you choose the correct

printer. See Chapter 1 for the right printer to choose.

Many programs include an option to set the maximum lines per

page. If your program has a lines-per-page setting and you are

using standard 8½, X 11-inch paper, set the lines per page to

61.

Note: To find the right lines-per-page setting for paper that is

not 8½, X 11, create a test document using your application

program. Set your top and bottom margins to 0 and then create

a file of numbered lines from 1 to 66. When you print your file,

notice the last number printed on the first page. This is your

maximum lines-per-page setting.

3. If your program doesn’t have a lines-per-page setting, try

decreasing the top margin or increasing the bottom margin, or

both, until you get the results you want.

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

standard 8½, X ll-inch page, try setting the form length at 10

inches.

Some programs also let you indicate whether you are using

single sheets or continuous paper. Make sure you choose single

sheets.

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Where to Get Help for United States Users

Epson America provides local customer support and service

through a nationwide network of authorized Epson dealers and

Service Centers.

Epson also provides the following support services through the

Epson Consumer Resource Center at (800) 922-8911:

❏ Assistance in locating your nearest Authorized Epson Reseller or

Service Center

❏ Technical assistance with the installation, configuration, and

operation of Epson products

❏ Epson technical information library fax service

❏ Product literature with technical specifications on our current

and new products

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

for your Epson product

❏ Customer Relations.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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

Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.

3. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do

not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for

cleaning.

4. Do not use this product near water.

Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table.

The product may fall, causing serious damage to the product.

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

provided for ventilation; to ensure reliable operation of the

product and to protect it from overheating, these openings

must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be

blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other

similar surface. This product should never be placed near or

over a radiator or heat register. This product should not be

placed in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is

provided.

This product should be operated from the type of power source

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

of power available, consult your dealer or local power

company.

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

plug having a third (grounding) pin. This plug will only fit into

a grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you

are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your

electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the

purpose of the grounding-type plug.

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

10. If an extension cord is used with this product, make sure that

the total of the ampere ratings on the products plugged into

the extension cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere

rating. Also, make sure that the total of all products plugged

into the wall outlet does not exceed 15 amperes.

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

cabinet slots, as they may touch dangerous voltage points or

short out parts that could result in a risk of fire or electric

shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

12. Except as specifically explained in the User’s Manual, do not

attempt to service this product yourself. Opening or removing

those covers that are marked “Do Not Remove” may expose

you to dangerous voltage points or other risks. Refer all

servicing in those compartments to service personnel.

13. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to

qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

A. When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.

B. If liquid has been spilled into the product.

C. If the product has been exposed to rain or water.

D. If the product does not operate normally when the

operating instructions are followed. Adjust only those

controls that are covered by the operating instructions, since

improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage

and will often require extensive work by a qualified

technician to restore the product to normal operation.

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

damaged.

F. If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance,

indicating a need for service.

Introduction 1

Features ........................................................................................ 1

Options ........................................................................................ 2

Finding Your Way Around.. ...................................................... 2

Warnings, Cautions, and Notes ................................................ 3

Name of the Parts.. ..................................................................... 4

Chapter 1 Setting Up the Printer 1-1

Unpacking the Printer.. .......................................................... 1-2

Choosing a Place for the Printer.. ......................................... 1-3

Assembling the Printer.. ......................................................... 1-5

Testing the Printer.. ................................................................ 1-10

Connecting the Printer to Your Computer.. ........................ 1-13

Setting Up Your Application Software ................................ 1-14

Chapter 2 Paper Handling 2-1

Using Single Sheets ................................................................ 2-2

Using Continuous Paper ........................................................ 2-4

Adjusting the Loading Position ............................................ 2-7

Switching Between Continuous and Single Sheets.. .......... 2-8

Printing on Special Paper.. ..................................................... 2-10

Chapter 3 Using the Printer 3-1

Operating the Control Panel ................................................. 3-2

Setting the DIP Switches.. ..................................................... 3-5

Selecting Typestyles ............................................................... 3-9

Selecting an International Character Set.. ............................ 3-11

Choosing a Character Table .................................................. 3-12

Chapter 4 Using the Printer Options 4-1

Cut-Sheet Feeder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2

Pull Tractor

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Interface Boards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ............................. 4-17

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Chapter 5 Maintenance 5-1

Cleaning the Printer ............................................................... 5-2

Replacing the Ribbon.. ........................................................... 5-3

Transporting the Printer ........................................................ 5-4

Chapter 6 Troubleshooting 6-1

Problems and Solutions .......................................................... 6-2

Power Supply .......................................................................... 6-3

Printing.. ................................................................................... 6-4

Paper Handling ....................................................................... 6-8

Options .................................................................................... 6-10

Chapter 7 Technical Specification 7-1

Printer Specifications .............................................................. 7-2

Interface Specifications.. ......................................................... 7-7

Initialization.. ........................................................................... 7-10

Chapter 8 Command Summary 8-1

Using the Command Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-2

Commands Arranged by Topic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3

Appendix A-1

Character Tables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-2

Glossary GL-1

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Introduction

Your new Epson 9-pin dot matrix printer combines a compact

design and high performance with a wide range of features.

Features

In addition to the high-quality printing and ease of operation you

have come to expect from Epson printers, your printer offers the

following:

Easy paper handling, featuring automatic single-sheet loading.

Fast draft printing of up to 240 characters per second at 12 cpi.

Two built-in Near Letter Quality fonts (Roman and Sans Serif)

for producing high-quality documents.

A convenient control panel design that allows direct selection

of fonts, as well as a choice of normal or condensed printing.

The SmartParkTM paper handling system that lets you use

single sheets of paper without removing continuous paper,

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

accurate paper alignment.

Compatibility with the Epson ESC/P® commands used by the

LX-800.

A micro-adjustment feature that allows you to feed the paper

forward or backward to finely adjust the paper loading and

short tear-off positions.

Thirteen international character sets, an italic character table,

and the five PC character tables.

Introduction 1

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