Epson Dfx-9000 User manual

DFX-9000

IMPACT PRINTER

Combining speed and reliability

for maximum productivity

Key Features

Blaze through critical reports with ultra-fast print speeds

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Prints multipart forms, labels, and more at speeds

up to 1550 cps

Tackle the most demanding print tasks

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Durable 9-pin performer offers an MTBF rating

of 20,000 POH at 25% duty cycle

Get dependable print performance, day after day

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Boasts a 400-million-character print head life

Minimize your application costs

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15-million-character ribbon cartridge ensures

low cost printing and reduces the need for frequent

user intervention

Simplify the integration process

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Convenient LCD display allows for easy printer

configuration and menu navigation

Meet all your printing needs with flexible forms handling

capabilities

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Prints 136-column, wide-format reports, plus forms

up to 10 parts thick

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Front and rear paper paths

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Platen gap adjusts automatically, according to the

paper thickness

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Auto jam sensor eliminates wasting forms

Use with new or legacy systems

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Enhanced connectivity supports

standard Parallel, Serial, and

USB interfaces

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Accommodates optional internal

Type B interface boards for

easy networking

Enjoy the added confidence of

superior Epson service and support

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Includes a one-year on-site

limited warranty in the U.S.

and Canada

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With speeds up to 1550 cps and

an MTBF rating of 20,000 power-

on hours (POH), the Epson DFX-

9000 offers the power and

durability to tackle the most

demanding print tasks. Day after

day, you can count on it to efficiently

process everything from reports and 10-part forms to shipping documents

or mailing labels.

A robust, dependable workhorse, this 9-pin, wide-format printer boasts

a 400-million-character print head life and 15-million-character ribbon

cartridge, which minimizes production costs and reduces the need for

frequent user intervention. Its advanced paper handling capabilities make

it the perfect solution for a wide variety of applications, including critical

spreadsheets, checks, invoices, bar codes and more.

Featuring two standard paper paths, the DFX-9000 easily switches between

multiple applications. Its intelligent paper sensor detects the paper width

and thickness, adjusting automatically for optimum performance and

high-quality results. It even features an automatic jam sensor to prevent

wasting forms in the unlikely event of a paper jam.

With Parallel, Serial, and USB interfaces standard, plus a type-B slot for

optional connectivity, the DFX-9000 easily attaches to new or legacy

systems in standalone or networked environments. And, its convenient

LCD display and intuitive menu selections mean setup has never

been easier. Plus, it’s all backed by Epson’s one-year on-site

warranty for superior service and support.

EPSON DFX-9000

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Printing Method

9-pin impact dot matrix

Print Direction

Text Mode: Bidirectional

Graphics Mode: Unidirectional (bidirectional via software)

Print Speed

High Speed Draft 1550 cps (10 cpi)

Draft 1320 cps (10 cpi)

Near Letter Quality 330 cps (10 cpi)

Character Sets

11 character tables, 13 international character sets

Resident Fonts (cpi)

Epson Super Draft 10

Epson Draft 10, 12

Epson NLQ Roman 10, 12, proportional

Epson NLQ San Serif 10, 12, proportional

Bar Code Fonts EAN-13, EAN-8, Interleaved 2 of 5,

UPC-A, UPC-E, Code-39, Code-128,

POSTNET

Printable Columns

136 columns (10 cpi)

Formatting

Tabs 10 sets vertical tabs, 32 horizontal tabs

Line spacing 1/6," 1/8" or programmable

(min 1/216")

Perforation skip Skip over perforation programmable

in lines

Paper Feed Speed

Approximately 26.5 ms/line at 1/6" line spacing; 15 inches per second

(continuous feed)

Paper Paths

Push tractor Front or rear in, top out

Pull tractor Front or rear in, top out

Paper Feed Methods

Dual push tractors/paper paths: automatic back-out and loading;

automatic paper thickness adjustment; automatic paper width detection;

microadjustment for top-of-form and tear-off mode; adjustable tractor

feed; perforation cutter (optional); pull tractor (optional)

Input Buffer

128KB or 0KB, user selectable

Software Drivers*

Windows 95, 98, 98SE, 2000, XP, Me and NT 3.51/4.0

Standard Interfaces

Bidirectional IEEE 1284 Parallel

USB 1.1, RS-232C Serial

Type B slot for optional interface boards

Optional Interfaces

10/100 Base T Ethernet, RS-232 Serial, Coax, Twinax

Printer Languages

ESC/P,®IBM PPDS

Paper Handling

Multi-part Forms

Front 1 original + 9 copies

Rear 1 original + 6 copies

Continuous Feed 3.0" to 16.5"

Labels 2.5" x .94" (min)

Page length 3.5" minimum for forms

with labels

Sound Level

58 dB (A)

Power Requirements

50 - 60Hz ±.5Hz; 200 watts; 100-240 volt

Energy Star compliant

Physical Dimensions

Height 14.3"

Width 27.6"

Depth 14.9"

Weight 75 lb

Reliability

MTBF 20,000 POH (25% duty cycle)

Print head life 400 million characters

Ribbon life 15 million characters (draft,

10 cpi, 14 dots/character)

Warranty

One-year on-site limited warranty in the U.S. and Canada

Support-The Epson ConnectionSM

Automated Technical Support (800) 922-8911

Pre-Sales Support U.S. & Canada (800) 463-7766

Internet Website www.epson.com

* Additional software drivers available in your Windows operating system, or at www.epson.com.

** Field upgrade of Flash ROM to be done by Epson authorized service centers

Printer Specifications

Epson DFX-9000 Description

C11C605001 Epson DFX-9000 printer

S015384 Epson DFX-9000 ribbon cartridge

C12C800381 Pull tractor unit

C815071 Perforation cutter

8502 Printer stand

C823051 Serial interface

C823071 32KB Serial interface

C823121 LocalTalk interface

C823141 Coax interface

C823151 Twinax interface

C823452 Bidirectional Parallel interface

C12C823912 Multiprotocol 10/100 Base-TX Ethernet Print Server

Ordering Information

Printed on Recycled Paper

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