Epson ActionPrinter 2250 - ActionPrinter-2250 Impact Printer Betriebsanweisung

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AppendixA-1Technical Specifications...A-2Command Summary...

italicA typestyle in which the characters slant. This sentence is italicized.line feedA control code that advances the paper one line space.NLQ printi

subscriptPrinting in which each character is printed at about two-thirds the normal height inthe lower part of the character space.superscriptPrinting

IndexCommand descriptions are not indexed here.AApplication program, see SoftwareAuto line feed, 3-6, 3-9, 3-14BBack feed, 2-17 -18, 3-6,3-9,3-14Bidir

JJam, paper, 2-16, 3-21LLabels, 2-17 -18, A-4Leverpaper-release, 2-5, 2-6, 2-12, 2-13, 2-14LF/FF button, 3-3Loading papercontinuous paper, 2-7 -9envel

TTear off, 2-11, 3-6, 3-9, 3-14adjusting, 2-11position, 3-6, 3-9, 3-14Testing the printer, 1-8 -11, 3-4Toll-free number for USA users, ivTop-of-form p

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IntroductionYour new Epson® printer is an advanced 9-pin dot matrix printerthat combines high performance with a wide range of features.FeaturesThese

IntroductionFinding Your Way AroundHere’s what you’ll find in this book:lChapter 1 contains step-by-step instructions for unpacking,setting up, testin

Chapter 1Setting Up the PrinterUnpackingthePrinter... 1-2Removing the protective materials

Unpacking the PrinterYour printer box should include these items.printeroutput guideribbon cartridge@ipower cord*cable clippush tractor**lIn some loca

Unpacking the PrinterRemoving the protective materialsDuring shipping, a piece of foam packing, a print head protector,and a piece of tape protect the

Choosing a Place for the PrinterThe printer works flat or upright, as shown below. You can set itwhichever way fits your preference or working space.

Choosing a Place for the PrinterIf you plan to use a printer stand, follow these guidelines:Use a stand that supports at least 10 kg (22 lbs).Never us

Installing the Ribbon Cartridge2.Turn the ribbon-tightening knob in the direction of the arrow toremove any slack in the ribbon. Insert the ribbon car

Installing the Ribbon Cartridge4.Replace the printer cover by inserting its tabs into the holes onthe printer as shown below; then close the cover.Plu

Printer Partsprinter coverparallel in&aceuribbon CartridgeFONT lightsrLNever move this lever.,~~-~~~Font button LF/FF buttonControl panel-

Running the SelfTest3.If the power cord is not attached to the printer, connect it to theAC inlet on the printer.4.Plug the power cord into a properly

Running the Self Test2.Pull the paper cassette out of the printer.3.Fan a stack of A4 or letter-size paper and then even up the edges.Note: The US ver

Running the Self Test5.While holding down the metal plate in the paper cassette, putthe paper in the cassette. Make sure the paper is underneath allfi

Running the Self TestRunning the test1.Make sure the printer is turned off.2.While holding down the LF/FF (w ) button, turn on the printer.The printer

Connecting the Printer to Your Computer2.Squeeze the wire clips together until they lock in place on eitherside.Note: If your cable has a ground wire,

Connecting the Printer to Your Computer4.Plug the other end of the cable into the computer. If there is aground wire at the computer end of the cable,

Setting Up Your Software ProgramsBecause the family of Epson printers shares a great manycommands, you can use a software program even if does not lis

Chapter 2Paper HandlingPrinting on Single Sheets...2-2Tips for using the papercassette...

Printing on Single SheetsYou can load standard-sized single sheets with the paper cassetteand you can load single sheets of paper from 148 mm (5.8 inc

Printing on Single SheetslWhen you want to push the paper support back into the papercassette, first remove paper from the cassette. Then hold downthe

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Printing on Single Sheets2.Next, lower the flap on the rear slot. Then insert a single sheetinto the slot, aligning the paper edge with the arrow mark

Using Continuous Paper with the Push TractorYou can use the push tractor to print on continuous paper from101 mm (4 inches) to 254 mm (10 inches) wide

Using Continuous Paper with the Push Tractor3.Hold the tractor as shown and fit the edges of both sides into theslots at the back of the printer. Then

Using Continuous Paper with the Push TractorLoading continuous paper1.Place the continuous paper supply below the printer so thepaper feeds smoothly i

Using Continuous Paper with the Push Tractor4.Adjust the right sprocket unit, aligning the paper edge witharrow mark on the case. Then slide the left

Using Continuous Paper with the Push Tractor6.Make sure your paper has a clean, straight leading edge. Fit thefirst four holes of the paper over the s

Using Continuous Paper with the Push TractorTips for using continuous paperlYou can adjust the top-of-form position temporarily. Open theprinter cover

Using Continuous Paper with the Push TractorUsing the tear-off featureWhen you use continuous paper, the tear-off feature makes it easierto tear off t

Using Continuous Paper with the Push Tractor0?CAUTION: Always tear off the printed document andlexcess paper before feeding paper backward. Never feed

Switching Between Continuous Paper and Single SheetsWhen you use the push tractor, you can easily switch to single-sheetprinting without removing the

FCC Compliance StatementFor United States UsersThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class Bdigital device, pursuan

Switching Between Continuous Paper and Single Sheets010CAUTION: If you lower the paper-release lever whilecontinuous paper is still loaded, the printe

Printing on Special PaperIn addition to printing on single sheets and continuous paper, yourprinter can print on a wide variety of other paper types,

Printing on Special PaperEnvelopesYou can use the manual insertion slot to print on individualenvelopes.lAlways load envelopes manually through the re

Printing on Special PaperMulti-part formsYou can use carbonless continuous multi-part forms of up to threeparts (one original plus two copies).lLoad m

Printing on Special PaperlThe printer does not feed paper back to the paper-park positionand then advance it to the top-of-form position between jobse

Chapter 3Using the PrinterOperating the Control Panel...3-2Lights...

Operating the Control PanelYou can control basic printer operations - line feeding, formfeeding, paper loading and ejecting, and font selection -with

Operating the Control PanelFONT lightsThe FONT lights indicate the current font setting. These lights changewhen you press the FONT button. Look at th

Operating the Control PanelPAPERPARKIf you are using continuous paper, you can press the LF/FF and FONTbuttons at the same time to move the paper back

Selecting Character FontsTo choose one of the fonts available with your printer, press theFONT button.FONTThe two FONT lights come on (0) and go off (

Important Safety Instructions...Read all of these instructions before you set up your printer.Follow all warnings and instructions marked on

Using the Default-Setting ModeFor most users, the factory settings are best, but you can changethese settings if necessary. The table below lists all

Using the Default-Setting ModeChanging the default settingsIf you do need to change any default settings, you can do asdescribed below. You press the

Using the Default-Setting Mode3.To enter the default-setting mode, hold down the FONT buttonwhile you turn on the printer.The printer loads a sheet of

Using the Default-Setting ModeNote: When you first use the default-setting mode, it’s a goodidea to press the FONT button to print the help text befor

Using the Default-Setting Mode7.Press the LF/FF button to change the setting. The READY lightturns on or off to show your selection, as indicated in T

Using the Default-Setting ModeTable C: Character tableBLINK ONOFFPC 866 (Russian)*BLINK ONONUSSR GOST (Russian)*BLINK ONBLINKPC 861 (Icelandic)* Avail

Using the Default-Setting ModeTable D: Page lengthLight 1Light 2OFFOFFOFFOFFOFFONOFFONREADY lightONBLINKOFFONPage length11 inches12 inches8.5 inches70

Using the Default-Setting Mode9.Turn off the printer to exit the default-setting mode.Any changes you have made remain in effect until you changethem

Using the Default-Setting ModeSkip-over-perforationWhen you turn on this feature, the printer skips over theperforations of continuous paper, providin

Using the Default-Setting ModelThe tear-off feature is disabled.l The printer does not feed paper back to the paper-park positionand then advance it t

.Unplug the printer from the wall outlet and have it repaired by a qualifiedservice person under the following conditions:When the power cord or plug

Using the Default-Setting ModePage lengthThis option is available only when you use continuous paperwith the push tractor. You can set the page length

Maintenance and Transportation0taCAUTION:lNever use alcohol or thinners to clean the printer;these chemicals can damage the components as wellas the c

Maintenance and TransportationTo remove the old ribbon cartridge, first move the print head to thecenter of the printer. Then remove the cartridge by

TroubleshootingMost problems you may encounter while operating your printerhave simple solutions. If you have a printer problem, find it in thelist be

TroubleshootingPower supplyPower is not being supplied.lThe lights on the control panel do not go on.Check that the power cord is properly plugged int

TroubleshootinglThe printer sounds like it is printing, but nothing is printed.The ribbon cartridge may not be installed properly. See thesection on r

TroubleshootingDots are missing in printed characters or graphics.lA line of dots is missing in the printout.The print head is damaged. Stop printing

TroubleshootingThe print position is not what you expected.lPrinting starts too high or too low on the page, or the bottom part of onepage is printed

TroubleshootinglRegular gaps occur in the printout.One-inch skip-over-perforation may be set. Set skip-over-perforation to off in the default-setting

Single sheets do not feed properly from the manual insertion slot.lPaper feeding is crooked or the paper jams.Turn off the printer and pull out the pa

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TroubleshootinglThe paper does not eject properly.The page may be too long. Tear off the fresh supply of paperand eject the page from the printer. Use

AppendixTechnical Specifications...A-2Printer specifications...

Technical SpecificationsPrinter specificationsPrintingPrinting method:9-pin impact dot matrixPrinting speed:Quality Characters/inchCharacters/second/l

Technical SpecificationsResident fonts:Character tables:North/South America:Europe:Other countries:One italic and 7 graphics character tablesOne itali

Technical SpecificationsSingle sheets (Manual insertion):Width148 to 257 mm (5.8 to 10.1 inches)Length92 to 364 mm (3.6 to 14.3 inches)Thickness 0.065

Technical SpecificationsNote: You can use recycled paper under normal conditions. If you noticeincreases in ribbon consumption and paper jamming, use

Technical SpecificationsPrintable area:Single sheets (paper cassette and manual insertion) and envelopesprintable areaJB4-CA The minimum top margin is

Technical SpecificationsContinuous paperI 0-~---------- -------AThe minimum top and bottom margins above and below the perforation are9 mm (0.35 inche

Technical SpecificationsElectrical220 V model:Rated voltage:Input voltage range:Rated frequency range:Input frequency range:Rated current:Power consum

Technical SpecificationsEnvironmentalTemperature: Operation:5 to 35°C (41 to 95°F)Storage:-20 to 55°C (4 to 131°F)Humidity (without condensation):Oper

Use of optionsEpson (UK) Limited shall not be liable against any damages or problems arisingfrom the use of any options or consumable products other t

Technical SpecificationsThe table below provides the connector pin assignments and describes theirrespective interface signals.Signal ReturnSignal Dir

Technical SpecificationsSignalPinDirection 323536ReturnPin16-SignalGNDINITERRORGND+5v--INOUTOUT--DescriptionNot usedTwisted-pair return signal grou

Technical SpecificationsInterface timingThe figure below shows the timing for the parallel interface.BUSYACKNLGDATASTROBEInitializationThe printer can

Technical SpecificationsDefault settingsThe table below shows the default settings that take effect when the printer isinitialized.ItemTop-of-form pos

Command SummarySending printer commandsMost actions your printer performs are handled by your software. Softwarecommands instruct the printer to print

Command Summa yPrinter operationASCII Dec.Hex.ESC @ 6440DC11711DC31913ESCs1/0 115 73ESC<603CESC U 1/08555ESC 856 38ESC 957 39ESC EM n2519BEL707Data

Command Summa yASCIIDec.Hex.DescriptionESC C 0 n67 43ESC N n784EESC O794FLF10OAESC 048 30ESC l4931ESC 250 32ESC 3 n5133ESC A n 6541ESC J n744AVT11OBES

Command SummaryASCIIDec.Hex. DescriptionESC e 0 n101 65ESCeln101 65ESCfOn102 66ESCfln102 66HT909ESC D nn68 44Overall printing styleASCIIDec.Hex.Set Ho

Command SummaryPrint size and character widthASCIIDec. Hex.DescriptionESC P80 50ESC M774DSI15OFESC SI15OFDC218 12so14OEESC SO14OEDC4 2014ESC Wl/O87 57

Command SummaryWord processingASCIIDec.ESC a n97Hex.61DescriptionNLQ Justificationn = 0: Left justification1: Centering2: Right justification3: Full j

ContentsIntroduction1Features...1Finding Your Way Around...

Command SummaryASCIIDec.ESC R n82Hex.52DescriptionSelect an International Character Setn=0:USA7: Spain I1: France 8: Japan2: Germany 9: Norway3: U.K.

Command SummaryGraphicsASCIIDec.Hex.DescriptionESC K nl n2754BESC L nl n2764CESC Y nl n289 59ESC Z nl n290 5AESC * m nl n242 2ASelect Single-Density G

Character TablesYou can select these character tables with the default-setting mode or by using asoftware command.All tables except the italic charact

Character TablesPC 850 (Multilingual)0123456789ABCDEFPC 863 (Canadian-French)PC 865 (Nordic)/0123456789ABCDEFBQABCDEFc E : ?: L 101 5PC 860 (Portugues

Character TablesPC 437 Greek (Greek)”PC 851 (Greek)”0123456789ABCDEFPC 852 (East Europe)”70123456789ABCDEF0123456789ABCDEFT,PC 853 (Turkish)*012345678

Character TablesPC 855 (Cyrillic)*PC 857 (Turkish)*0123458789ABCDEFI89ABCDEFtjrna:L.H-PC 861 (Icelandic)*PC 866 (Russian)*0123458789ABCDEFBgABCDEFc $

Character TablesPC 869 (Greek)*USSR GOST (Russian)*0123458789ABCDEF89ABCDEF^r *c j:.. L T f -:BRASCII(Brazilian Portuguese)**0123458789ABCDEF012345878

GlossaryThe following definitions apply specifically to printers. If a word is italicized, seethat topic for more information.ASCIIAmerican Standard C

cpiSee characters per inch.data dumpA troubleshooting feature that helps advanced users find the cause ofcommunication problems between the printer an