Epson Action Scanner II User manual

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Important Safety Instructions
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Read all of these instructions and save them for later reference.
Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not
use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for
cleaning.
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.
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 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.
Do not locate this product where the cord will be walked on.
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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.
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Safety Information
Laser Safety
This printer is certified as a Class 1 laser product under the U.S.
Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Radiation
Performance Standard according to the Radiation Control for Health
and Safety Act of 1968. This means that the printer does not produce
hazardous laser radiation.
Since radiation emitted inside the printer is completely confined
within protective housings and external covers, the laser beam
cannot escape from the machine during any phase of user operation.
CDRH Regulations
The Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) of the U.S.
Food and Drug Administration implemented regulations for laser
products on August 2,1976. These regulations apply to laser
products manufactured from August 1,1976. Compliance is
mandatory for products marketed in the United States. The label
shown below indicates compliance with the CDRH regulations and
must be attached to laser products marketed in the United States.
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Operator Safety
This Laser Page Printer is considered a CDRH Class I laser device,
safe for personal use.
The printer contains a 5 milliwatt, 760-810 nanometer wavelength,
GaAlAs laser diode.
Direct (or indirect reflected) eye contact with the laser beam may
cause serious eye damage; however, safety precautions and interlock
mechanisms have been designed to prevent any possible laser beam
exposure to the operator.
CAUTION: Use of controls or adjustment or performance
of procedures other than those specified herein may result
in hazardous radiation exposure.
Ozone Emission
During printer operation, a small amount of ozone is released. This
amount is nct large enough to affect human beings adversely.
However, it is best to make sure the room where you are using the
printer has adequate circulation, especially if you are printing a high
volume of materials or using the printer continuously over a long
period of time.
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Contents
Introduction
Chapter 1 Setting Up the Printer
Finding a Place for the Printer
....................... 1-2
Unpacking the Printer
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1-4
Assembling the Printer
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1-7
Chapter 2 Testing and Connecting Your Printer
The Control Panel.
.................................
2-2
Testing the Printer
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2-6
Connecting the Printer to Your Computer
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2-13
Chapter 3 Using your Printer with Application Software
Using Printer Selection Menus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3-2
Chapter 4 SelecType
SelecType Overview.
...............................
4-2
Using SelecType
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4-5
SelecType Options
.................................
4-11
Choosing a Font
...................................
4-34
Using the SUB CONFIG Option.
..................... 4-36
Chapter 5 Paper Handling
Choosing Paper.
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5-2
Paper-feed Method.
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5-5
Special Setting for Thin Paper
....................... 5-6
Loading Paper in the Cassette
.......................
5-7
Choosing a Paper Size
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5-11
Loading Paper Manually.
........................... 5-14
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Chapter 6 Maintenance and Transportation
Replacing Consumable Parts ........................6-2
Cleaning Your Printer ..............................6-17
Transporting Your Printer ..........................6-18
Chapter 7 Troubleshooting
Status and Error Messages ..........................7-2
Troubleshooting Directory ..........................7-8
Paper Jam Problems ................................
7-10
Power Supply .....................................
7-16
Printing Problems. .................................7-17
Problems With Graphics ............................
7-21
SelecType Problems ................................
7-23
Paper Handling. ...................................
7-25
Decline in Print Quality. ............................
7-29
Options ...........................................
7-34
Data Dump Mode. .................................7-37
Chapter 8 Technical Specifications
Printer Specifications ...............................8-2
Printing ..........................................8-2
Interface Specifications .............................8-12
Initialization ......................................8-19
Option Specifications, ..............................8-24
Appendix A Options
The Multi-Media Feeder ............................A-2
The Optional Interface Board ........................A-10
The Memory Expansion Board. ......................A-13
Optional Epson GL Identity Card ....................
A-21
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Appendix B Font Cartridges
Available Font Cartridges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
B-2
Using the Font Cartridges. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-4
Appendix C Character Samples and Symbol Sets
Available Fonts and Symbol Sets. ....................C-2
HP Emulation Mode ...............................C-4
LQ and FX Emulation Modes ........................C-12
Converting Hexadecimal Numbers to Decimals. .......C-18
Appendix D Printer Modes
Available Printer Modes ............................D-2
HP Emulation Mode ...............................
D-3
LQ and FX Emulation Modes ........................
D-12
Glossary
Index
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Introduction
Your high-performance Epson
®
laser printer combines reliability and
a wide range of features to give you high-quality printing that is
both fast and quiet.
The printer uses a semiconductor laser with the electrophotographic
technology used in photocopiers. The imaging system is driven by a
powerful processor that allows the printer to compose an entire page
in internal memory before printing. The printer provides you with
many features not found on other types of printers, such as the
ability to mix text and graphics and to print with a range of fonts
normally associated with typeset material.
Features
In addition to the high-quality printing and ease of use you expect
from an Epson printer, these features make using your new laser
printer even easier:
High-quality 300 dots-per-inch (DPI) printing at up to six pages
per minute.
HP LaserJet IIP
TM
emulation that gives you easy access to the
great variety of software written for Hewlett-Packard
®
printers.
A font cartridge slot for adding optional fonts to enhance the
appearance of your documents.
Two Epson ESC/P
®
emulation modes for compatibility with the
range of software written for Epson 9-pin and 24-pin printers.
Lower operating cost, because the consumable imaging
component is divided into the photoconductor unit and the toner
cartridge. You need only replace each when necessary, not both
as a combined unit.
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Two built-in interfaces: A Centronics
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parallel interface and an
RS-232C serial interface. The RS-232C interface allows you to
receive data at a baud rate of up to 19200 bps.
0.5 megabytes (MB) of RAM built-in, expandable up to 5.5MB,
for graphics printing and multiple interface operation.
The ability to connect two computers at the same time (or three
when an optional interface is installed).
Options
Many printer options are available for your printer. For detailed
information on installing and using these options, see Appendix A.
Paper cassette (legal)
If you use legal-size paper, you can purchase this optional cassette
from your dealer. The cassette allows you to feed up to 100 sheets of
legal paper into the printer.
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Multi-media feeder (C812141)
The optional multi-media feeder allows you to feed various-sized
papers into your printer. This tray feeds up to 150 sheets of plain
paper or 15 envelopes.
Epson optional interfaces
If you would like to use this printer with three computers or to
connect two serial or parallel interfaces at the same time, install one
of these interfaces:
32 Kbyte serial interface (C823071)
32 Kbyte parallel interface (C823101)
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Memory board (C8226Ol)
You can increase your printer’s memory using the memory board
and memory chips. You can expand the memory to a total of 5.5MB,
enough to print complex graphics. See Appendix A for information
on expanding your printer’s memory.
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Epson GL identity card (C826021)
The Epson GL identity card allows your printer to emulate an HP
7475A/7440A plotter.
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Laser printer precautions
This printer uses laser technology. The following list of precautions
applies whenever you open the printer cover. Even if you are
familiar with other types of printers, be sure to follow these
precautions carefully to ensure safe, efficient operation.
l Do not touch the fuser, which is marked by a CAUTION: HOT
SURFACE label. If the printer has been in operation, the fuser is
very hot.
Protect the light-sensitive photoconductor unit from exposure to
light. Never expose it to sunlight, and expose it to room light for
no longer than necessary. Overexposing the unit may cause
abnormally dark or light areas to appear on the printed page and
thereby reduce the service life of the photoconductor unit.
If you must expose the unit either by taking it out of the printer
or by leaving the printer cover open, cover the unit with a soft
cloth or sheet of paper.
l Be very careful with the photoconductor unit. When you remove
it from the printer, always set it on a clean, smooth surface. Also,
move it only with the green handles, since oils from your skin
can permanently damage parts of it and may affect print quality.
Avoid pressing on the top of the toner cartridge.
Never try to force the printer’s components into place. Although
the printer is designed to be sturdy, rough handling can
damage it.
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Finding your way around
This manual provides fully illustrated, step-by-step instructions on
setting up and operating your printer.
Chapter 1 contains information on unpacking and setting up the
printer. Be sure to read and follow these instructions first.
Chapters 2 and 3 contain information on using the control panel,
testing and connecting the printer, and using your printer with
application software. Chapter 4 includes a detailed description of
SelecType, the control panel feature that allows you to customize
your printer’s interface and communication settings, font selection,
and other print enhancements.
For a detailed discussion of paper handling, see Chapter 5. Make
sure you read this chapter before purchasing paper.
Chapter 6 gives you information on maintaining and transporting
your printer.
If the printer does not operate properly or the printed results are not
what you expect, see Chapter 7 for troubleshooting tips.
Other chapters and appendixes contain information on technical
specifications, printer options, printer modes, using font cartridges,
and available symbol sets and character samples. The back of this
manual includes a glossary of printer terms and an index.
At the back of this manual is a Quick Reference card showing all
SelecType options and submenus. Use the SelecType menu maps
found on this card as guides whenever you enter SelecType.
On the back cover foldout are illustrations identifying the different
parts of your printer. You can refer to these as you set it up.
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Warnings, Cautions, and Notes
WARNINGS must be followed carefully to avoid bodily
injury.
CAUTIONS must be observed to avoid damage to your
equipment.
Notes contain important information and useful tips on the
operation of your printer.
Tips for the first-time laser printer user
To get you off to a good start with your Epson laser printer, we offer
a few tips you may find helpful:
Remember to wait for the full page to be composed before it
prints and feeds out.
The printer takes about 45 seconds to warm up when you first
turn it on and up to 20 seconds thereafter to print a page of text.
When the FEED light on your printer control panel is flashing,
data is being received from the computer. When the PRINTING
message appears, your job begins printing.
Have an extra toner cartridge on hand before you reach
5000 copies.
Unlike a dot matrix printer, which allows you to print even with
a worn-out ribbon, you cannot continue to print without
replacing an empty toner cartridge. A TONER LOW message lets
you know that you must replace the toner cartridge after
printing up to 20 more pages. Then TONER OUT appears.
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On rare occasions, a print job needs an extra push.
For some print jobs (such as a print screen), the printer may not
print even though the data has been sent to the printer’s
memory. If the FEED light is on, press ON LINE to take the printer
off line and then press the FEED button to print.
Adjust your software’s lines-per-page setting to 60.
You may have used a lines-per-page setting of 66 with your dot
matrix printer. For most application software, you will need to
reduce the lines-per-page to 60 when printing with your laser
printer.
You may have to add memory if you print highly complex
graphics.
Your printer’s 0.5MB memory easily handles most print jobs.
However, if the INSUFF MEMORY, ADD MEMORY, or PAGE
BUFFER FULL appears, you may have to add memory using the
optional memory board and memory chips. See Appendix A in
this manual.
Take advantage of your printer's special features.
Your printer allows you to produce typeset-quality images. Use
this manual along with your computer software manuals to
enhance your printed presentations. The more legible and
pleasing your document, the more likely it will be read and well-
received.
Rest assured that your laser printer is safe to use.
Don’t hesitate to open the printer to clear paper jams or to
replace the toner cartridge or photoconductor unit. Simply
follow the Laser printer precautions found earlier in this chapter.
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