Epson ActionPrinter L-750 User manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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

2. 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.

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

product may fall, causing serious damage to the product.

6. 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

unless proper ventilation is provided.

7. 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 do not exceed the extension cord ampere rating.

Also, make sure that the total of all products plugged into the wall

outlet does not exceed 15 amperes.

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

slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts

that could result in a risk of fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid

of any kind on the product.

12. Except as specifically explained in the Users 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.

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Where to Get Help

Customer support and service for Epson products are provided by a

network of authorized Epson dealers and service centers throughout

the United States. Epson America provides product information and

toll-free support to its dealers and service centers.

Epson is confident that this policy will provide you with the

assistance you need. For service center and technical support

referrals, please call our Consumer Information number:

1-800-922-8911.

Options and Supplies

To locate or purchase ActionPrinter™ accessories or supplies, please

call 1-800-873-7766.

Chapter 5 Technical Specifications

5-1

Printer Specifications .................................................

5-2

Interface Specifications ............................................... 5-7

Initialization .............................................................

5-11

Default Settings ........................................................

5-12

Chapter 6 Command Summary

6-1

Appendix A-1

The

Interface Boards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

A-2

Glossary

Index

Contents

Introduction

The ActionPrinter™

L-750

is an advanced

24-pin impact

dot

matrix

printer combining 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:

Draft mode with fast printing of up to 216 characters per second

in 12 pitch (12 characters per inch).

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

producing high-quality documents.

A convenient control panel design that allows for direct

selection of fonts.

Fourteen international character sets, a legal set, italics, and the

Epson Extended Graphics set.

Easy paper handling, featuring automatic single-sheet loading.

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

Epson Letter Quality printers.

Introduction 1

About This Guide

This user’s guide provides fully illustrated, step-by-step instructions

for setting up and operating your printer.

Finding your way around

Chapter 1 contains information on unpacking, setting up,

testing, and connecting the printer. Be sure to read and follow

the instructions in this chapter first.

Chapters 2 and 3 include important information on paper

handling and general printer operation. This information is

necessary for the day-to-day operation of your printer.

Other chapters contain information on

general maintenance,

specifications, and printer commands. There is also a glossary of

printer terms and an index. At the back of this guide is a Quick

Reference card.

Conventions used in this guide

WARNINGS:

must be followed carefully to avoid damage

to your printer and computer.

CAUTIONS:

should be followed carefully to ensure that

your printer operates correctly.

Notes: contain important information and useful tips on the operation

of your printer.

About This Guide

Chapter 1

Setting Up the Printer

Unpacking the Printer ................................................

1-2

Removing the protective materials .............................

1-3

Removing the pull tractor........................................

1-6

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

1-7

Assembling the Printer ...............................................

1-9

Installing the paper feed knob ..................................

1-9

Installing the ribbon cartridge...................................

1-10

Attaching the paper guide........................................

1-13

Testing the Printer

....................................................

1-17

Plugging in the printer ............................................

1-17

Loading a sheet of paper .........................................

1-17

Running the self test ...............................................

1-18

Connecting the Printer to Your Computer .....................

1-20

The parallel interface ..............................................

1-20

Printer Selection Menus .............................................

1-22

Choosing from a menu ...........................................

1-22

Setting Up

the

Printer

1-1

Unpacking the Printer

As you unpack the printer, check that you have all the parts shown

below and that none have been damaged during transportation.

Note: You’ll find the paper feed knob in a piece of the foam packing.

After removing the parts, store the packaging materials in case you ever

need to transport your printer.

1-2

Setting

the Printer

Unpacking the Printer

Removing the protective materials

The printer is protected during shipping by the platen protector,

two locking tabs, the carriage protector, and the print head

protector. These protective items must be removed before you turn

on the printer. After removing these items, store them with the

other packaging materials.

Raise the tractor cover to the upright position. Then lift the

cover up and off.

2. Pull the paper bail lever toward you; then remove the platen

protector.

Setting Up the Printer 1-3

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