Epson EPL-N2010 Bedienungsanleitung

4010589XXX-00Reference GuidePage Printer

1Getting StartedThe EPSON EPL-N2010 printer combines high performance and reliability with a wide range of features.To get started with your las

5SelecType 5-31Using Other EmulationsYour printer is designed to work best in its LJ4 emulation mode, so LJ4 emulation mode is recommended whenev

5-32 SelecTypePitchYou can select a character pitch of 10, 12, or 15 characters per inch (cpi), or choose proportional spacing.CondensedUse this

5SelecType 5-33AutoCRUse the automatic carriage return option to perform a carriage-return line-feed (CR-LF) operation whenever the print positio

5-34 SelecTypeThe table below shows the available parameters for each setting in ESC/P 2 and FX modes. See the previous pages for a detailed desc

5SelecType 5-35I239X Model239X mode emulates lBM 2390/2391 Plus commands. For detailed information on most of the settings and parameters in the

5-36 SelecTypeEPSON GL/2 ModeNote:You cannot change the GL/2 Mode items by SelecType. To change these items, use the GL/2 command listed in Appen

5SelecType 5-37Pens 0 through 6Selects the thickness of the seven “pens” used to make the printout.* Pen2 through Pen6 are available only when GL

5-38 SelecTypeBefore printing in the EPSON GL/2 modeYou may need to change printer settings depending on your output needs. Always check the prin

6Troubleshooting and Maintenance 6-1Chapter 6Troubleshooting and MaintenanceProblems and Solutions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6-2 Troubleshooting and MaintenanceProblems and Solutions Most printer problems have simple solutions. Look through this section to find the kind

2Chapter 5, “SelecType,” contains detailed information on the settings you can make in SelecType. Read this chapter if you are not able to modify a pr

6Troubleshooting and Maintenance 6-3 wWarning:Opening the printer cover exposes the fuser, which is marked by a CAUTION Hot Surface Avoid Contact

6-4 Troubleshooting and MaintenanceMake sure you are using the correct paper size. Also make sure you are using paper that meets the specificatio

6Troubleshooting and Maintenance 6-5Note:Because the toner on the paper inside the printer may not have been fixed on the page, toner may come of

6-6 Troubleshooting and MaintenanceOperational problemsAbnormal noise may come from the printer momentarily immediately after a new imaging cartr

6Troubleshooting and Maintenance 6-7Make sure you use a double-shielded, twisted-pair interface cable no longer than six feet in length.If you ar

6-8 Troubleshooting and MaintenanceMake sure that you are using the correct page length and margin settings in your software program.Make sure th

6Troubleshooting and Maintenance 6-9There may be a problem with the Imaging Cartridge. Remove the cartridge, shake it gently from side to side, a

6-10 Troubleshooting and MaintenanceYour paper may be moist or damp. Do not store your paper in a humid or damp environment.You may not be using

6Troubleshooting and Maintenance 6-11If, after checking the Toner status in the EPSON Status Monitor 2, or the SelecType Toner option in the Setu

6-12 Troubleshooting and MaintenanceToner may have spilled in the paper feed path. Turn off the printer. Remove the Imaging Cartridge and then c

3The printer's 600-dpi (dots per inch) resolution is enhanced by EPSON's Resolution Improvement Technology (RITech), which smoothes th

6Troubleshooting and Maintenance 6-13Option ProblemsThe message Invalid AUX I/F Card means that the printer cannot read the installed optional in

6-14 Troubleshooting and MaintenanceStatus and Error Messages This section contains an alphabetical list of the status, error, and warning messag

6Troubleshooting and Maintenance 6-15The fixer is cooled in order to maintain printing quality. Printing will be resumed after a moment.Paper is

6-16 Troubleshooting and MaintenanceYou may also need to increase the amount of printer memory. See Chapter 3 for more information on adding memo

6Troubleshooting and Maintenance 6-17Manual Feed mode is specified for the current print job. Make sure the paper size indicated by XXX is loaded

6-18 Troubleshooting and MaintenancePaper is jammed in the paper path. Open the printer cover and clear the jammed paper as described in the PAPE

6Troubleshooting and Maintenance 6-19The required time to process the print data exceeds the print engine speed because the current page is too c

6-20 Troubleshooting and MaintenanceThe printer's current interface has been reset and the buffer is cleared. However, other interfaces are

6Troubleshooting and Maintenance 6-21A controller error or a print engine error has been detected. Write down the error number listed on the disp

6-22 Troubleshooting and MaintenanceResetting the Printer There are two ways to reset the printer.ResetResetting the printer stops printing and c

4OptionsThe printer comes with a built-in bi-directional parallel interface, a serial interface, and 8MB of memory, which can be expanded up to 256MB.

6Troubleshooting and Maintenance 6-23Replacing the Imaging Cartridge The Imaging Cartridge prints up to 7,600 pages depending upon the complexity

6-24 Troubleshooting and Maintenance wWarning:Do not dispose of used imaging cartridges in fire, as they can explode and cause injury. Dispose of

6Troubleshooting and Maintenance 6-256. Peel off the tape and remove the protective sheet.7. Insert the pins on each side of the Imaging Cartridg

6-26 Troubleshooting and Maintenance8. Gently press down on the printer cover until it clicks shut. cCaution:Never transport the printer with the

6Troubleshooting and Maintenance 6-27Adjusting the Print DensityThere are cases where the density of the printing will differ after the imaging c

6-28 Troubleshooting and Maintenance1. Make sure the printer is turned off.2. Open the printer cover. wWarning:Opening the printer exposes the fu

6Troubleshooting and Maintenance 6-29If only a small amount of toner is present, carefully wipe out the inside of the printer with a clean, dry c

6-30 Troubleshooting and MaintenanceCleaning the paper rollerPicture postcards and other preprinted media is sometimes dusted with a powder to ke

6Troubleshooting and Maintenance 6-313. Remove the Imaging Cartridge from the printer.4. Grip the protruding area and move it outside of the two

6-32 Troubleshooting and Maintenance5. Move the two paper rollers on the left and right to the outside and then detach them.6. Gently wipe the tw

5For European usersUnited KingdomThe EPL-N2010 is a page printer which utilizes a semiconductor laser.There is no possibility of danger from the

6Troubleshooting and Maintenance 6-337. Rotate the surface imprinted with the arrows to the left and then attach the two left and right paper rol

6-34 Troubleshooting and Maintenance9. Move the left and right guides inside and fix the two left and right paper rollers in position.10. Install

6Troubleshooting and Maintenance 6-35Transporting the Printer If you need to transport your printer, carefully repack it using the original box a

6-36 Troubleshooting and Maintenance

ATechnical Specifications A-1Appendix ATechnical SpecificationsPaper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

A-2 Technical SpecificationsPaperSpecificationsNote:Since the quality of any particular brand or type of paper may be changed by the manufacturer

ATechnical Specifications A-3 cCaution: Only load paper sizes that are listed above.Printable area: 5mm minimum margin on all sidesNote:Printable

A-4 Technical SpecificationsEnvironmentalMechanicalElectrical*No option installedThis product is also designed for IT power system with Phase to

ATechnical Specifications A-5InterfaceParallel interfaceThe parallel (IEEE 1284-II compliant) interface connector pin assignments are shown in t

A-6 Technical SpecificationsNote:The column heading “Direction” refers to the direction of signal flow as viewed from the printer.nstrobe/HostClk

6Laser safety labels wWarning:Use of controls, adjustments, or performance of procedures other than those specified in this guide may result in hazard

ATechnical Specifications A-7nACK/PtrClk/PeriphClkAll modes: DATA 8 is the MSB, DATA 1 is the LSB.Compatibility mode: Acknowledgment low pulse

A-8 Technical SpecificationsPError/AckDataReq/nAckReverseCompatibility mode: High signal indicates that a feed jam occurred in the paper supply s

ATechnical Specifications A-9nAutoFd/HostBusy/HostAckCompatibility mode: Not used.negotiation phase: In order to request 1284 mode, this signal i

A-10 Technical SpecificationsnFault/nDataAvail/nPeriphRequestCompatibility mode: Low signal indicates that an error occurred.negotiation phase: T

ATechnical Specifications A-11Using the ECP mode in Windows 95 and Windows 98To use the ECP mode with a Parallel (IEEE 1284-II compliant) connect

A-12 Technical SpecificationsSerial InterfaceThe printer’s resident serial interface can be set for RS-232C operation. This interface has the fol

ATechnical Specifications A-13Error handlingA* character is printed if a parity error, framing error, or overrun error is detected.Pin assignment

A-14 Technical SpecificationsNote:The column heading “Direction” refers to the direction of signal flow as viewed from the printer.Using the Seri

ATechnical Specifications A-153. Select the Details tab.4. Click the arrow next to the Printer Port drop-down list. Then select a COM (serial) po

A-16 Technical SpecificationsOptions and Consumables250-Sheets Lower Paper Cassette Unit A3 Universal (C813261)Paper size: A3, A5, B4, A4, B5, Le

7Ozone safetyOzone emissionOzone gas is generated by laser printers as a by-product of the printing process. Ozone is produced only when the pri

ATechnical Specifications A-17Weight 6.0 kg (13.2 lb) including the trayImaging Cartridge (S051069)Storagetemperature: 0 to 35°C (32 to 95°F)Stor

A-18 Technical Specifications

BSymbol Sets B-1Appendix BSymbol SetsIntroduction to Symbol Sets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-2In LJ4 Emulati

B-2 Symbol SetsIntroduction to Symbol Sets Your printer can access a variety of symbol sets. Many of these symbol sets differ only in the interna

BSymbol Sets B-3In LJ4 Emulation Mode The following table lists the symbol sets available in LJ4 emulation mode. A table of the characters for ea

B-4 Symbol SetsThe 35 and 43 typefaces refer to those shown in the table below: Typefaces35 43Flareserif 821 SWCIncised 901 SWCClarendon Condense

BSymbol Sets B-5Roman-8 (8U)Roman Extension (0E)

B-6 Symbol SetsECM94-1 (0N)Legal (1U)

BSymbol Sets B-78859-2 ISO (2N)PsMath (5M)

B-8 Symbol Sets8859-9 ISO(5N)WiTurkish (5T)

8Laser Printer Precautions This printer uses laser technology. The following list of precautions applies whenever you open the printer cover. Even if

BSymbol Sets B-9MsPublishing (6J)VeMath (6M)

B-10 Symbol SetsDeskTop (7J)Math-8 (8M)

BSymbol Sets B-11WiE.Europe (9E)PcTk437 (9T)

B-12 Symbol SetsWindows (9U)PsText (10J)

BSymbol Sets B-13IBM-US (10U)IBM-DN (11U)

B-14 Symbol SetsMcText (12J)PcMultilingual (12U)

BSymbol Sets B-15VeInternational (13J)VeUS (14J)

B-16 Symbol SetsPiFont (15U)PcE.Europe (17U)

BSymbol Sets B-17Symbol (19M)WiAnsi (19U)

B-18 Symbol SetsWingdings (579L)OCR A (0O)

9❏Protect the light-sensitive drum from exposure to light. Avoid exposing the imaging cartridge to room light any longer than necessary. Do not

BSymbol Sets B-19OCR B (1O)OCR B Extension (3Q)

B-20 Symbol SetsCode 3-9 (0Y)EAN/UPC (8Y)

BSymbol Sets B-21International Set for ISO setsTo obtain the symbol sets listed below, substitute the characters in the ANSI ASCII sets with the

B-22 Symbol SetsIn ESC/P 2 or FX Modes PC 437, 850, 860, 863, 865857, 852, BRASCII, Abicamp, AbicompPC 437 Pc858 8859-15ISOOCR AEPSON Roman✓✓−✓✓−

BSymbol Sets B-23PC437 (U.S./Standard Europe)PC850 (Multilingual) PC860 (Portuguese)

B-24 Symbol SetsPC863 (Canadian-French) PC865 (Norwegian)PC857 (PcTurk2) PC852 (East Europe)

BSymbol Sets B-25BRASCII AbicompPC858

B-26 Symbol SetsISO 8859-15ItalicNo characters are available for hex code 15 in the italic character table.

BSymbol Sets B-27International Character SetsYou can select one of the following international character sets using either SelecType or the ESC R

B-28 Symbol SetsCharacters available with the ESC (^ commandTo print the characters in the table below, use the ESC (^ command.

10Hinweis:Die Geräteanschlußleitung muß den einshlägigen Normen genügen.Es muß eine dreiadrige Leitung verwendet werden.Die Anshlußleitung darf nicht

BSymbol Sets B-29In I239X Emulation Mode Available symbol sets in I239X mode are PC437, PC850, PC860, PC863, and PC865.Refer to “ESC/P 2 or FX mo

B-30 Symbol Sets

CCommand Summary C-1Appendix CCommand SummaryLaserJet 4 (LJ4) Emulation Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-3GL/2 context com

C-2 Command SummaryYour printer has the ability to emulate the following printers in each printer mode:LJ-4 Hewlett-Packard LaserJet 4 (PCL5e)ESC

CCommand Summary C-3LaserJet 4 (LJ4) Emulation Commands This section lists the printer commands supported in the LJ4 emulation mode. For more inf

C-4 Command SummaryCursor positioningVertical position ESC &a#RESC *p#YESC &a#VHorizontal position ESC &a#CESC *p#XESC &a#HHalf l

CCommand Summary C-5Font managementAssign font ID ESC *c#DFont and character control ESC *c#FSet symbol set ESC *c#RDefine symbol set ESC (f#W[da

C-6 Command SummaryMacrosMacro ID ESC &f#YMacro control ESC &f#XStatus readbackSet status readback location type ESC *s#TSet status readb

CCommand Summary C-7Vector GroupArc absolute AAArc relative ARAbsolute arc three point ATBezier absolute BZBezier relative BRPlot absolute PAPlot

C-8 Command SummaryLine and fill attribute groupLine type LTLine attribute LAPen width PWPen width unit selection WUSelect pen SPSymbol mode SMFi

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11❏If you use an extension cord, make sure that the total of the ampere ratings on the products plugged into the extension cord does not exceed

CCommand Summary C-9Paper feedingCarriage return CRForm feed FFLine feed LFSelect 1/8-inch line spacing ESC 0Select 1/6-inch line spacing ESC 2Se

C-10 Command SummaryFont selectionSelect typeface ESC k nSelect font by pitch and point ESC X nnSelect 10.5 point, 10 cpi ESC PSelect 10.5 point,

CCommand Summary C-11Character handlingAssign character table ESC ( t nnSelect character table ESC t nSelect an international character set ESC R

C-12 Command SummaryVertical motionForm feed FFSet page length in lines ESC C nSet page length in inches ESC C 0 nSet skip over perforation ESC N

CCommand Summary C-13Print size and character widthSelect 10 cpi ESC PSelect 12 cpi ESC MTurn proportional mode on/off ESC p 1/0Select condensed

C-14 Command SummaryCopy ROM to RAM ESC : 0 n 0Select user-defined set ESC % nPrintable code area expansion ESC I nBit imageSelection and printin

CCommand Summary C-15PJL Commands This section lists the available commands for printer job language mode (PJL). For more information on PJL, ref

C-16 Command SummaryI239X Emulation Commands This section lists the printer commands supported in the I239X emulation mode. For more information

CCommand Summary C-17Paper feeding/print position motionCarriage return CRLine feed LFForm feed FFMove paper vertically (n/180, n/216, or n/360 i

C-18 Command SummaryFont enhancementContinuous overscore ESC_Continuous underline ESC-Score select ESC[-Select print type style ESC[@Begin double

12For United Kingdom Users Use of optionsEpson (UK) Limited shall not be liable against any damages or problems arising from the use of any options or

CCommand Summary C-19AGM ModeLine spacingSet line spacing for graphics (n/180, n/216, or n/360 inch) ESC 3Set line spacing for text (n/60 inch) E

C-20 Command Summary

DWorking with Fonts D-1Appendix DWorking with FontsPrinter and Screen Fonts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

D-2 Working with FontsRead this section if you would like to know more about fonts and see samples of the installed fonts.To select a font, use y

DWorking with Fonts D-3Available Fonts The following table lists the fonts that are installed on your printer. The names of all the fonts appear

D-4 Working with FontsWhen selecting fonts in your software program, choose the font name listed in the HP equivalent column.ESC/P 2 and FX modes

DWorking with Fonts D-5I239X modeFont name Bitmap fontOCR B -OCR A -Font name Scalable fontEPSON Sans serif -Courier SWC Medium, BoldEPSON Presti

D-6 Working with FontsAdding More Fonts Fonts that reside on your computer's hard disk can be downloaded, or transferred, to the printer so

EContacting Customer Support E-1Appendix EContacting Customer SupportFor United Kingdom and the Republic of Ireland Users. . . . . . . . E-2For A

E-2 Contacting Customer SupportIf your printer is not operating properly and you cannot solve your problem with the troubleshooting information i

13Replace fuses only with a fuse of the correct size and rating.Warnings, Cautions, and Notes wWarnings must be followed carefully to avoid bod

EContacting Customer Support E-3Customer SupportOur Customer Support team can provide the following services:❏Technical information on installing

E-4 Contacting Customer SupportWhen you first connect to the Bulletin Board Service, you will be asked for your name, company name, phone number

EContacting Customer Support E-5EPSON HelpdeskEPSON Helpdesk is provided as a final backup to make sure our clients have access to advice. Operat

E-6 Contacting Customer SupportUsers can access our World Wide Web home page at: http://www.epson.com.hk.Electronic bulletin board systemAn elect

FMap of SelecType Menus F-1Appendix FMap of SelecType MenusSwitching between SelecType Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-2

F-2 Map of SelecType MenusSwitching between SelecType MenusThe following menu maps show the possible menus and options in SelecType.KEYPressing t

FMap of SelecType Menus F-3

F-4 Map of SelecType Menus

1GlossaryASCIIAmerican Standard Code for Information Interchange. A standardized way of assigning codes to characters and control codes. The sys

2 fixed-width fontA font whose characters are allotted the same amount of horizontal space, no matter the width of the character. Thus the upperc

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3point sizeThe height of a particular font as measured from the top of the tallest character to the bottom of the lowest. A point is a typograph

4 symbol setA collection of symbols and special characters. Symbols are assigned to specific codes in a character table.TrueTypeAn outline font f

IN-1IndexAALT, 5-5Auto Continue, 5-19AUX, 5-11, 5-24BButton, 5-8CCheck Paper Size error, 6-14Cleaning the Printer, 6-27Continue, 5-6Controlling t

IN-2 MManual Feed, 5-15, 6-17Memory Module, 3-12Mem Overflow, 6-17MP Tray Size, 5-30NNeed Memory, 6-17OOneTouch mode, 5-4, 5-29On Line, 5-5Option

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1Understanding Your Printer 1-1Chapter 1Understanding Your PrinterControlling the printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1-2 Understanding Your PrinterControlling the printerThere are two ways to control your printer and change its settings.❏The printer driver (for

1Understanding Your Printer 1-3❏To access the driver from Windows NT 3.51, double-click the Control Panel icon in the Main program group, then do

1-4 Understanding Your PrinterOptimizing Print Quality Using RITechResolution Improvement Technology (RITech) is EPSON's original printer te

1Understanding Your Printer 1-5Enhanced MicroGrayEnhanced MicroGray (Enh. MG) is EPSON's new printer technology created especially for high

1-6 Understanding Your Printer

ii ContentsGetting StartedAbout This Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1About Your Printer.

2Paper Handling 2-1Chapter 2Paper HandlingLoading Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2

2-2 Paper HandlingLoading Paper The printer can feed paper from any of two sources: the MP tray, or the lower paper cassette.Please note the foll

2Paper Handling 2-34. Slide the paper guide outwards then slide the paper guide clip (vertical) outwards.5. Set paper into the paper cassette wit

2-4 Paper HandlingFor A3, B4, LGL or paper, extend the paper tray and orient the paper with the short side of paper towards the printer.If your p

2Paper Handling 2-59. Extend the output tray so it matches the size of the paper loaded in the printer.Loading paper in the MP tray1. Grasp both

2-6 Paper Handling2. Slide the paper guide outwards.3. Set paper into the MP Tray with the side to be printed on facing up, as for as it will go.

2Paper Handling 2-7For A4, A5, B5, LT, HLT, EXE, GLT or paper, orient the paper horizontally. The paper tray can close after the paper is set in

2-8 Paper Handling6. Set the paper size switch so it matches the size of paper loaded in the tray.❏To load thick envelopes, heavy paper, or other

2Paper Handling 2-9Note:If you have not installed the printer driver, see your Getting Ready! guide for installation instructions.❏For access thr

2-10 Paper HandlingOtherwise, open the front cover, and remove any paper remaining in the MP Tray. Insert a sheet or stack of the correct size pa

iiiEnvelopes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12Colored paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2Paper Handling 2-11Using the SelecType mode:For information on changing the paper size in SelecType mode, see Chapter 5.Loading an uncommon pape

2-12 Paper HandlingFor best results, store your paper supply in its original wrapper. Your printout can be marred by moisture absorbed in the pap

2Paper Handling 2-13TransparenciesYou can use overhead projector transparencies and adhesive drafting film if they are made for use with plain-pa

2-14 Paper Handling

3Options 3-1Chapter 3OptionsPrinter Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2Installing th

3-2 OptionsPrinter Options You can add to your printer's capabilities by installing any of the following options:❏250-Sheets Lower Paper Cas

3Options 3-3Installing the Optional Lower Paper Cassette UnitThe following two lower paper cassette units are available as options for this print

3-4 OptionsInstalling one paper cassette unitThis section explains how to mount a 250-sheets paper cassette unit or a 500-sheets paper cassette u

3Options 3-56. Secure the printer to the cassette unit with the screws that come with the cassette unit. Install three of the screws at the locat

3-6 Options1. Turn off the printer.2. Unplug the printer’s power cord from the electrical outlet and from the printer.3. Remove all interface cab

iv Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4When to Use SelecType . . . . . . . . . .

3Options 3-76. Lift up the printer. Make sure the printer and cassette units are facing in the same direction. Aligning the pin on the cassette u

3-8 Options10. Turn on the printer.To confirm that the lower paper cassette is installed correctly, print a status sheet by pressing the control

3Options 3-94. Fan a stack of paper and tap it on a flat surface to even the edges. Insert the paper printable-side up into the paper cassette.If

3-10 OptionsLoading Paper into the 250-Sheets Lower Paper Cassette1. Pull out the paper cassette from the paper cassette unit.2. Remove the cover

3Options 3-115. Set paper into the paper cassette with the side to be printed on facing up.If your printsouts are curled or do not stack properly

3-12 Options7. Close the cover and insert the paper cassette into the printer. Make sure the paper cassette is inside the printer as far as it wi

3Options 3-13You can purchase DIMMs from various vendors. Be sure the DIMM you purchase meets the following requirements:❏168-pin, SDRAM type❏Cap

3-14 Options6. Remove the printer's side cover.7. Loosen the retaining screws securing the shield cover; then remove the shield cover. wWarn

3Options 3-15 cCaution:Before you install the module, be sure to discharge any static electricity by touching the printer's shield cover. Ot

3-16 Options12. Replace the shield cover. Next, secure it with its screws. cCaution:When replacing the shield cover, be sure not to pinch the wir

vAdjusting the Print Density . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-27Cleaning the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3Options 3-1713. Replace the printer's side cover.14. Gently close the printer cover.15. Plug the power cord back in and turn on the printer

3-18 OptionsRemoving a memory module1. Perform steps 1 through 7 in the previous section to access the printer’s RAM slots.2. Pull the clips on e

3Options 3-19Note:The right slot’s usage varies by country.3. Insert the PostScript module all the way into the center slot.Removing a ROM Module

3-20 OptionsOptional InterfacesThis section describes how to install the optional interface cards listed below.To add a direct connection to an E

3Options 3-21To add a direct connection to a Macintosh computer with the optional Adobe PostScript 3 Package, use the AppleTalk Interface Card (C

3-22 Options5. With the component side of the optional interface card facing the outside of the printer, slide the interface card into the groove

4EPSON Status Monitor 2 Utility 4-1Chapter 4EPSON Status Monitor 2 Utility Utility Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4-2 EPSON Status Monitor 2 UtilityUtility Overview The EPSON Status Monitor 2 is a utility program that monitors your printer and gives you infor

4EPSON Status Monitor 2 Utility 4-3Installing the Utility 1. Make sure Windows is running.2. Insert the CD-ROM that comes with your printer into

4-4 EPSON Status Monitor 2 UtilityAccessing the Utility For Windows 95, 98, and NT 4.01. Click Start, then point to Programs.2. Point to Epson, t

vi Characters available with the ESC (^ command . . . . . . . . . B-28In I239X Emulation Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5SelecType 5-1Chapter 5SelecTypeThe control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2Overview .

5-2 SelecTypeThe control PanelOverviewThe printer control panel gives you easy control over most common printer operations. The panel is made up

5SelecType 5-3For solutions to error messages and maintenance information, see Chapter 6.Indicator lightsOn LineOn when the printer is on line, i

5-4 SelecTypeOneTouch mode1On when the printer is in OneTouch mode 1. For details on OneTouch modes, see page 5-29.OneTouch mode 2On when the pri

5SelecType 5-5On LineSwitches the printer between on line and off line status.SelecType (ALT)Selects a OneTouch mode or SelecType mode. Press thi

5-6 SelecTypeValueSelects the corresponding OneTouch mode setting listed above this button if in OneTouch mode 1 or 2, or selects the parameter a

5SelecType 5-7❏Application programs may send commands to the printer that override SelecType settings. If you are not getting the results you exp

5-8 SelecTypeSelecTypeBefore entering and using SelecType, you should understand how the buttons on the printer’s control panel work.ButtonsThe f

5SelecType 5-9❏To select an item (setting) in a menu, press Item.❏To select a value (parameter) for an item, press Value.❏To accept a new setting

5-10 SelecType*Available only when the optional interface is installed.Printing MenuThese settings are made in everyday use. Most can be set usin

viiAppendix F Map of SelecType MenusSwitching between SelecType Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . F-2GlossaryIndex

5SelecType 5-11Parallel MenuThese settings control communication between the printer and the computer when using a parallel interface. Also see p

5-12 SelecTypeGL2 MenuThese settings are availabe only when the printer is in GL2 mode. Also see page 5-36.GLMode, Scale, Origin, Pen, End, Join,

5SelecType 5-13Understanding SelecType SettingsRead this section for a complete description of the settings available on the SelecType menus.Test

5-14 SelecTypeEmulation menuUse this menu to select the printer emulation mode. You can specify different emulations for each interface; in other

5SelecType 5-15Page SizeSpecifies the paper size.Wide A4 (LeserJet 4 only)Allows you to print 80 characters per line of 10 cpi font on A4 size pa

5-16 SelecTypeTray menuThis menu allows you to specify the size and type of paper you load. Accessing this menu also lets you check the size of t

5SelecType 5-17Note:LC1 Size, LC2 Size, and LC3 Size only display the currently loaded paper size. You cannot change this parameter, it is set au

5-18 SelecTypeConfig menuRITechAllows you to adjust the RITech setting. RITech produces smoother and crisper lines, text, and graphics.Note:You c

5SelecType 5-19Size IgnoreSelect whether a paper size error is ignored. Turning this item on causes the printer to print even if the image size i

5-20 SelecTypePaper TypeAllows you to use various types of paper. Thick is useful for irregular size plain paper over 75g/m2 and envelopes. Alway

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5SelecType 5-21StandbySaves power by reducing the power to the fixing heater if the printer receives no data for 60 minutes. In this mode, the pr

5-22 SelecType* This appear only when the corresponding option is installed.Parallel menuSpeedSpecifies the transfer speed by selecting the delay

5SelecType 5-23ParityWhen this option is set to None, parity checking is disabled. The parity bit, if used, provides a basic form of error detect

5-24 SelecTypeBuffer SizeDetermines the amount of memory to be used for receiving data and printing data. If set to Maximum, more memory is alloc

5SelecType 5-25Buffer SizeDetermines the amount of memory to be used for receiving data and printing data. If set to Maximum, more memory is allo

5-26 SelecTypeNote:❏After changing these settings, reset the printer to make the new settings effective. To reset the printer, Press the Continue

5SelecType 5-27SymSetSelects the default symbol set. If the font you selected in FontSource and Font Number is not available in the new SymSet se

5-28 SelecTypeLF FunctionWhen LF is set for the LF Function, the printer does not perform a carriage return (CR) command with each line feed (LF)

5SelecType 5-29Using the OneTouch ModesThe OneTouch modes are part of SelecType mode, but they are more limited and easier to use. The settings y

5-30 SelecTypePaper SourceSpecifies whether paper feeds into the printer from the MP Tray, Paper Lower Cassette or from an optional lower paper c