Epson FX-850+ Dot Matrix Printer Manuals

Epson FX-850+ User Manual (223 pages)

Epson Owner's Manual Printer FX-850, FX-1050

Brand: Epson | Category: Printer | Size: 2.35 MB

Table of Contents

4
- Fcc Compliance Statement
  3
- For American Users
  3
- Features
  6
- Introduction
  6
- About this Guide
  7
- Options
  7
Chapter 1 Setting up the Printer

9
Chapter 2 Paper Handling

29
- Paper Handling
  29
- Using Single Sheets
  30
- Using Continuous Paper
  32
- Adjusting the Loading Position
  42
  - Using Micro-Adjustment
    42
  - Using Short Tear-Off
    43
  - Printing on Special Paper
    45
  - The Paper Thickness Lever
    45
  - Multi-Part Forms
    46
  - Labels
    47
  - Envelopes
    47
Chapter 3 Using the Printer

49
- Using the Printer
  49
- Lights
  50
- Operating the Control Panel
  50
- Buttons
  51
- Selectype
  52
- Other Control Panel Features
  53
- Setting the DIP Switches
  53
- DIP Switch Functions
  54
- Selecting Typestyles
  58
- Using Selectype
  59
  - Character Fonts
    59
- Characters Per Inch
  60
  - Condensed Mode
    60
- Enhancing Your Printing
  61
  - If Selectype Does Not Work
    61
  - Character Size
    61
  - Emphasized and Double-Strike Printing
    62
  - Italic Printing
    63
  - Underlining
    63
  - Superscripts and Subscripts
    63
  - Selecting Typestyles with Master Select
    63
Chapter 4 Using Software and Graphics

66
- Using Software and Graphics
  66
- Using Printer Selection Menus
  67
- Using the FX with Application Programs
  67
- Aquicktest
  68
- Using Spreadsheets
  68
- Using Word Processors
  68
- Command Summary
  69
- Computer-Printer Communication
  70
- Using Graphics Software
  70
- Escapesequences
  71
- Printer Commands
  71
- Sending Printer Commands from Within Your Software Program
  72
- Using the Command Summary
  72
- Dot Graphics
  73
- The Print Head
  74
- Pinlabels
  75
- Graphics Commands
  76
- Graphics Programming
  77
- Density Varieties
  80
- User-Defined Characters
  84
- Defining Your Own Characters
  85
- Maintenance
  92
  - Cleaning the Printer
    93
  - Replacing the Ribbon
    94
  - Transporting the Printer
    97
Chapter 6 Troubleshooting

100
- Troubleshooting
  100
- Problems and Solutions
  101
- The Printer Does Not Print
  101
- The Printer Stops Printing
  101
- The Printout Is Faint or Uneven
  102
- The Printout Is Not What You Expect
  102
- The Printout Is Spaced Incorrectly
  102
- Continuous Paper Does Not Feed Properly
  103
- Single Sheets Do Not Feed Properly
  103
- Cut Sheet Feeder Does Not Load Paper Correctly
  104
- Data Dump Mode
  104
Chapter 7 Using Printer Options

106
- Using Printer Options
  106
- Installation
  107
- The Cut Sheet Feeder
  107
- Setting the Sheet Feeder Mode
  109
- Paper Loading
  110
- Recommended Paper
  110
- Envelope Loading
  113
- Using the Cut Sheet Feeder
  113
- Setting up Your Software
  114
- Software Operation
  114
- Control Panel Operation
  116
- Testing the Printer in the Cut Sheet Feeder Mode
  116
- Switching from the Cut Sheet Feeder to Continuous Paper
  117
- Single Sheet Insertion
  119
  - Installation and Use
    120
  - The Pull Tractor
    120
  - Removing the Pull Tractor
    126
  - Using the Pull Tractor Alone
    126
  - When You Are Finished Printing
    126
  - Choosing an Interface
    127
  - Interface Boards
    127
  - Compatible Interfaces
    128
  - Removing the Upper Case
    128
  - Installing the Board
    133
  - Attaching the Upper Case
    136
- Command Summary
  139
  - Commands in Numerical Order
    142
  - Epson (ESC/P) Commands
    146
  - Data Control
    151
  - Vertical Motion
    152
  - Horizontal Motion
    157
  - Print Enhancement
    167
  - Word Processing
    170
  - IBM Emulation Mode Commands
    179
- Appendix A: Technical Specifications
  
  189
  - Printer Specifications
    190
  - Interface Specifications
    193
  - Initialization
    196
  - Default Settings
    197
- Appendix B: Tables
  
  199
  - Proportional Width Table
    199
  - Character Tables
    203
  - Glossary
    205
  - Index
    212

Epson FX-850+ User Manual (220 pages)

C009021

Brand: Epson | Category: Printer | Size: 2.25 MB

Table of Contents

4
- Fcc Compliance Statement
  3
- For American Users
  3
- Features
  6
- Introduction
  6
- About this Manual
  7
- Options
  7
  - Pull Tractor Unit
    7
Chapter 1 Setting up the Printer

9
- Setting up the Printer
  9
- Unpacking the Printer
  10
  - Removing the Protective Materials
    11
- Choosing a Place for the Printer
  13
- Assembling the Printer
  14
  - Installing the Platen Knob
    14
    
    Installing the Ribbon Cartridge
    16
    
    Attaching the Paper Guide
    19
- Testing the Printer
  20
  - Plugging in the Printer
    21
    
    Loading a Sheet of Paper
    21
    
    Running the Self Test
    24
- Connecting the Printer to Your Computer
  26
  - Connecting the Parallel Interface Cable
    26
Chapter 2 Paper Handling

29
- Paper Handling
  29
- Using Single Sheets
  30
- Using Continuous Paper
  32
  - Reloading During Printing
    32
    
    Positioning Your Continuous Paper Supply
    37
- Switching between Continuous and Single Sheets
  38
  - Switching Back to Continuous Paper
    41
- Adjusting the Loading Position
  42
- Using Micro-Adjustment
  42
- Using Short Tear-Off
  43
- Printing on Special Paper
  45
  - The Paper Thickness Lever
    45
    
    Multi-Part Forms
    46
    
    Envelopes
    47
    
    Labels
    47
Chapter 3 Using the Printer

49
- Using the Printer
  49
- Operating the Control Panel
  50
  - Lights
    50
    
    Buttons
    51
    
    Other Control Panel Features
    52
    
    Selectype
    52
- Setting the DIP Switches
  53
  - DIP Switch Functions
    54
- Selecting Typestyles
  58
  - Using Selectype
    59
    
    Character Fonts
    59
    
    Characters Per Inch
    60
    
    Condensedmode
    60
- Enhancing Your Printing
  61
  - If Selectype Does Not Work
    61
    
    Character Size
    61
    
    Emphasized and Double-Strike Printing
    62
    
    Italic Printing
    63
    
    Selecting Typestyles with Master Select
    63
    
    Superscripts and Subscripts
    63
    
    Underlining
    63
Chapter 4 Using Software and Graphics

66
- Using Software and Graphics
  66
- Using Software and Graphics
  67
- Using the FX with Application Programs
  68
  - Using Printer Selection Menus
    68
    
    A Quick Test
    69
    
    Using Spreadsheets
    69
    
    Using Word Processors
    69
- Computer-Printer Communication
  71
  - Using Graphics Software
    71
    
    Escapesequences
    72
    
    Printer Commands
    72
    
    Using the Command Summary
    73
- Dot Graphics
  74
  - The Print Head
    75
    
    Pinlabels
    76
    
    Graphics Commands
    77
    
    Graphics Programming
    78
    
    Density Varieties
    81
- User-Defined Characters
  85
  - Defining Your Own Characters
    86
- Maintenance
  93
  - Cleaning the Printer
    94
  - Replacing the Ribbon
    95
  - Transporting the Printer
    98
Chapter 6 Troubleshooting

101
- Troubleshooting
  101
- Problems and Solutions
  102
- The Printer Does Not Print
  102
- The Printer Stops Printing
  102
- The Printout Is Faint or Uneven
  103
- The Printout Is Not What You Expect
  103
- The Printout Is Spaced Incorrectly
  103
- Continuous Paper Does Not Feed Properly
  104
- Single Sheets Do Not Feed Properly
  104
- Cut Sheet Feeder Does Not Load Paper Correctly
  105
- Data Dump Mode
  105
Chapter 7 Using Printer Options

107
- Using Printer Options
  107
- Installation
  108
- The Cut Sheet Feeder
  108
- Setting the Sheet Feeder Mode
  110
- Paperloading
  111
- Recommended Paper
  111
- Envelope Loading
  114
- Using the Cut Sheet Feeder
  114
- Setting up Your Software
  115
- Software Operation
  115
- Control Panel Operation
  117
- Testing the Printer in the Cut Sheet
  117
- Switching from the Cut Sheet Feeder to Continuous Paper
  118
- Single Sheet Insertion
  120
  - Installation and Use
    121
  - The Pull Tractor
    121
  - Using Options
    127
- Removing the Pull Tractor
  127
  - Choosing an Interface
    128
  - Interface Boards
    128
- Using the Pull Tractor Alone
  127
- When You Are Finished Printing
  127
- Compatible Interfaces
  129
- Removing the Upper Case
  129
- Installing the Board
  134
- Attaching the Upper Case
  137
- Command Summary
  140
  - Commands in Numerical Order
    143
  - Epson (ESC/P) Commands
    147
  - Data Control
    152
  - Vertical Motion
    153
  - Horizontal Motion
    158
  - Overall Printing Style
    162
  - Print Enhancement
    168
  - Word Processing
    171
  - IBM Emulation Mode Commands
    180
- Appendix A: Technical Specifications
  
  190
  - Printer Specifications
    191
  - Interface Specifications
    194
  - Initialization
    197
  - Default Settings
    198
- Appendix B Tables
  
  199
  - Proportional Width Table
    199
  - Character Tables
    204
  - Glossary
    206
  - Index
    213

Epson FX-850+ Technical Manual (225 pages)

Technical Manual

Brand: Epson | Category: Printer | Size: 4.76 MB

Rev.-A Chapter 1 General Description

7
- Table of Contents
  7
- General Description
  7
- Figure 1-1. Exterior Views of the FX-850/1050
  10
- Interface Overview
  21
  - 8-Bit Parallel Interface Specifications
    21
  - Figure 1-6. Data Transmission Timing of 8-Bit
    21
- Dip Switches and Jumper Setting
  26
  - DIP Switch Settings
    26
- Self Test Operation
  28
  - Printer Mechanism
    28
- Chapter 1 Features
  29
- Hexadecimal Dump Function
  29
  - Hexadecimal Dump Printing
    29
    
    Hexadecimal Dump Mode
    29
    
    Turn off the Printer
    29
- Printer Initialization
  30
  - Hardware Initialization
    30
  - Software Initialization
    30
- Buzzer Operation and Error Conditions
  31
  - Buzzer Operation
    31
  - Error Conditions
    31
- Paper Handling Functions
  32
  - Autoloading and Backout Function
    32
  - Short Tear-Off Function
    32
- Paper End Detection
  33
- Main Components
  34
Rev.-A Chapter 2 Operating Principles

41
- Operating Principles
  41
- CHAPTER 2 Cable Connections
  45
- General
  45
- Figure 1-14. PEGX Board
  46
- Printer Mechanism Operation
  47
  - Printhead
    47
  - Carriage Mechanism
    47
  - Home Position Sensor
    49
  - Ribbon Feed Mechanism
    50
  - Paper Feed Mechanism
    51
    
    Push Tractor Feeding Method
    52
- Circuit Operation
  54
  - Information
    54
    
    Power Supply Section
    54
    
    Control Circuit Section
    56
    
    Memory Mapping
    58
  - Power Supply Circuit
    59
    
    Filter Circuit
    60
    
    Transformer
    60
    
    Rectifier and Smoothing Circuit
    61
    
    Regulator Circuit
    62
    
    Pulse-Width Modulation (PWM) Circuit
    63
    
    Regulator Circuit
    65
    
    DC Supply Circuit
    69
    
    VX Voltage Supply Circuit
    70
  - Main IC Function
    71
    
    CPU Functions
    71
    
    E05A15HA Gate Array Functions
    73
    
    E05A16GA Gate Array Functions
    75
  - Main Circuit Operation
    77
    
    Interface Control Circuit
    77
    
    Reset Circuit
    77
    
    DIP Switch Circuit and Jumpers
    81
    
    Memory Back-Up Circuit
    82
Chapter 4 Disassembly, Assembly, and Adjustment

110
- General Repair Information
  114
- Parallel Interface
  115
- Disassembly and Assembly
  118
  - Upper Case Removal
    120
  - Control Panel Removal
    121
  - Push Tractor Unit Removal
    121
  - Circuit Board Removal
    122
    
    PEGX Board Removal
    122
    
    PEBFIL-11 Board Removal
    124
  - Printer Mechanism Disassembly
    125
    
    Printer Mechanism Removal
    126
    
    Printhead Removal
    127
    
    FPC (Flexible Printed Cable) Removal
    128
    
    Carriage Motor Removal
    129
    
    Timing Belt-Belt-Driven Pulley Removal
    131
    
    Home Position Sensor Removal
    132
    
    Friction/Tractor Sensor Removal
    134
    
    Plunger Removal
    135
    
    Platen Unit Removal
    136
    
    Paper Release Lever Removal
    137
    
    Main and Base Frame Removal
    138
    
    Ribbon Driver Unit Removal
    141
    
    Carriage Removal
    142
    
    Paper Guide Plate Removal
    144
    
    Paper End Sensor Removal
    145
    
    Paper Holding Roller Set and Paper
    146
    
    Push Tractor Unit Disassembly
    148
    
    Paper Tension Unit Disassembly
    149
- A D J U S T M E N T
  150
Chapter 5 Troubleshooting

157
- Troubleshooting
  157
- General
  158
- Diagnostic Tool
  159
- PDOS System Feature
  159
- System Overview
  159
- How to Select the Host Computer
  160
- System Activation
  160
- Mode Selection
  161
- PDOS for RAM and CPU Check
  164
- Programmer Tips
  165
- Unit Replacement
  166
- Power Supply Circuit
  174
- Control Circuit
  177
  - List of Figures
    178
  - List of Tables
    178
  - Lubrication and Adhesive Application
    179
  - Preventive Maintenance
    179

Epson FX-850+ User Manual (184 pages)

9-pin dot matrix printer

Brand: Epson | Category: Printer | Size: 1.71 MB

Table of Contents

11
- Fcc Compliance Statement
  3
- For Canadian Users
  3
- For United States Users
  3
- Important Safety Instructions
  4
- Where United States Users Can Get Help
  6
- Epson Product Guarantee
  7
- For United Kingdom Users
  7
- Safety Information
  8
- Use of Options
  8
- Features
  13
- Introduction
  13
- Options
  14
  - Additional Tractor Unit
    14
- Finding Your Way Around
  16
- Warnings, Cautions, and Notes
  16
- Printer Parts
  17
Chapter 1 Setting up the Printer

18
- Unpacking the Printer
  19
  - Checking the Parts
    19
    
    Removing the Protective Materials
    20
- Choosing a Place for the Printer
  21
- Assembling the Printer
  23
  - Installing the Ribbon Cartridge
    23
    
    Attaching the Paper Guide
    26
- Testing the Printer
  27
  - Plugging in the Printer
    27
    
    Running the Self Test
    28
  - Setting up the Printer
    30
- Connecting the Printer to Your Computer
  31
- Configuring Your Software for the Printer
  32
  - Choosing from a Menu
    32
Chapter 2 Paper Handling

34
Chapter 3 Using the Printer

60
- Control Panel
  61
  - Lights
    61
    
    Buttons
    62
    
    Other Control-Panel
    63
- Default-Setting Mode
  64
  - Default-Setting Listing
    64
    
    Default Setting Descriptions
    65
    
    Input Buffer
    67
    
    Changing Group 1 Default Settings
    68
    
    Changing Group 2 Default Settings
    69
    
    Changing Group 3 Default Settings
    71
    
    Changing Group 4 Default Settings
    73
- Micro Feed
  74
  - Adjusting the Print Position
    74
    
    Adjusting the Loading Position
    75
- Tear off
  77
  - Using the Tear-Off Mode
    77
    
    Using the TEAR off Button
    78
    
    Adjusting the Tear-Off Position
    79
- Character Fonts
  80
- Data Dump Mode
  82
Chapter 4 Using the Printer Options

83
Chapter 6 Troubleshooting

114
- Problems and Solutions
  115
  - Power Supply
    115
- Power Supply
  116
- Printing
  117
  - Troubleshooting
    118
- Paper Handling
  121
- Options
  124
Chapter 7 Technical Specifications

126
- Printer Specifications
  127
  - Printing
    127
    
    Paper
    128
    
    Technical Specifications
    128
    
    Continuous Paper
    131
    
    Printable Area
    131
    
    Roll Paper
    132
    
    Mechanical
    133
    
    Electrical
    134
    
    Environmental
    135
    
    Safety Approvals
    135
- Interface Specifications
  136
  - Specifications and Pin Assignments
    136
    
    Interface Timing
    139
- Option Specifications
  140
  - Cut-Sheet Feeders
    140
    
    Operating Conditions
    141
    
    Dimensions and Weight
    142
    
    Front Sheet Guide
    142
- Initialization
  143
  - Default Settings
    143
Chapter 8 Command Summary

144
- Using the Command Summary
  145
- ESC P Commands Arranged by Topic
  146
  - ESC/P Commands Arranged by Topic
    146
  - Printer Operation
    146
- Data Control
  147
- Vertical Motion
  147
- Horizontal Motion
  148
- Overall Printing Style
  149
- Character Pitch and Size
  150
- Print Enhancement
  151
- Character Tables
  152
- Word Processing
  152
- Graphics
  154
- User-Defined Characters
  154
- Data Control
  157
- IBM Commands Arranged by Topic
  157
- Printer Operation
  157
- Character Pitch and Size
  159
- Overall Printing Style
  159
- Print Enhancement
  161
- Appendix
  164
  - Character Tables in the ESC/P Mode
    165
  - Character Tables
    168
  - Character Tables in the IBM Emulation Mode
    172
    
    Symbol Set
    174
  - Glossary
    175
    
    Bidirectional Printing
    175
  - User-Defined Characters
    180
    
    Unidirectional Printing
    180
  - Index
    181

Epson FX-850+ Product Support Bulletin (25 pages)

laser printers

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Epson FX-850+ Product Manual (8 pages)

Brand: Epson | Category: Printer | Size: 0.18 MB

Important Notice
1
DIP Switch Functions
2
Default Character Set
2
Character Table
3
International Character Sets
3
Printer Specifications
3
Paper Thickness
4
Master Select
5
Hardware Initialization
6
Software Initialization
6
Using the FX with Application Programs
6
Serial Operation
7
Dip Switch Settings
7
Related Documentation
7

Epson FX-850+ Product Support Bulletin (20 pages)

laser & Non-Impact Printer Error Codes

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Epson FX-850+ Product Support Bulletin (14 pages)

Product Support Bulletin(s)

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Epson FX-850+ Product Information (8 pages)

Epson FX-1050: Product Information

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Product Support Bulletin(s)

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Epson FX-850+ Product Support Bulletin (8 pages)

Product Support Bulletin(s)

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Epson FX-850+ Product Support Bulletin (3 pages)

Power Specifications

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Epson FX-850+ Product Support Bulletin (2 pages)

Product Support Bulletin(s)

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Epson FX-850+ Dot Matrix Printer Manuals

Table of Contents

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Setting up the Printer

Chapter 2 Paper Handling

Chapter 3 Using the Printer

Chapter 4 Using Software and Graphics

Chapter 6 Troubleshooting

Chapter 7 Using Printer Options

Appendix A: Technical Specifications

Appendix B: Tables

Table of Contents

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Setting up the Printer

Chapter 2 Paper Handling

Chapter 3 Using the Printer

Chapter 4 Using Software and Graphics

Chapter 6 Troubleshooting

Chapter 7 Using Printer Options

Appendix A: Technical Specifications

Appendix B Tables

Table of Contents

Rev.-A Chapter 1 General Description

Rev.-A Chapter 2 Operating Principles

Chapter 4 Disassembly, Assembly, and Adjustment

Chapter 5 Troubleshooting

Table of Contents

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Setting up the Printer

Chapter 2 Paper Handling

Chapter 3 Using the Printer

Chapter 4 Using the Printer Options

Chapter 6 Troubleshooting

Chapter 7 Technical Specifications

Chapter 8 Command Summary

Table of Contents

Table of Contents

Table of Contents

Table of Contents

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