Epson EPL-N1200 User manual

Contents
1 Finding a Place for the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
2 Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4
3 Installing the Imaging Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
4 Loading Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8
5 Attaching the Power Cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9
6 Test Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10
7 Connecting the Printer to Your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11
8 Installing the Printer Driver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12
9 Making Basic Driver Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16
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Nishi _______
Norum _______
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Skylark Getting Ready!
Rev.c
’96/05/15
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This booklet will help you set up your printer and begin printing quickly.
It also gives you instructions for routine maintenance. If you need detailed
information on using the printer or if you have problems printing, see
your Reference Guide.
EPSON is a registered trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation.
General Notice: Other product names used herein are for identification purposes
only and may be trademarks of their respective owners. EPSON disclaims any
and all rights in those marks.
Copyright Seiko Epson Corporation 1996, Nagano, Japan.
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This guide provides the basic information you need to use your
EPL-N1200 with a PC running Microsoft®Windows®or DOS.
For more information about printing on special paper, using
the printer’s control panel, using the utilities that came with
your printer, and other information that will help you get the
results you want, see the Reference Guide.
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1Finding a Place for the Printer
❏Place your printer close enough to the computer or
workstation for the printer cable to reach both ends.
❏Use a grounded outlet that matches the printer’s power
plug. Do not use an adapter plug.
❏Leave adequate room around the printer to allow easy
operation and maintenance and sufficient ventilation. The
diagram below shows the recommended amount of space.
❏If you install the optional lower paper cassette, you will
need an additional 94 mm (3.7 inches) in height.
❏If you install both optional lower paper cassettes, you will
need an additional 195 mm (7.7 inches) in height.
453 mm (17.8")
from the bottom
100 mm (4") minimum each side
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cCaution:
❏Place the printer where you can easily unplug the power
cord.
❏Avoid locations that are subject to direct sunlight,
excessive heat, moisture, or dust.
❏Avoid using an electrical outlet that is controlled by wall
switches or automatic timers. Accidental disruption of
power can wipe out valuable information in your
computer’s and printer’s memory.
❏Avoid using outlets on the same circuit with large motors
or other appliances that might disturb the power supply.
❏Keep the entire computer and printer system away from
potential sources of interference, such as loudspeakers or
the base units of cordless telephones.
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2Unpacking
1. Remove the accessories and printer from the shipping carton.
Note:
The printer weighs about 15 kg (33.1 lbs) and should be lifted
with care.
2. Set the printer on a flat, stable surface.
3. Take the packaging material off the printer and the other
items and store it for future use.
4. Make sure you have everything shown below.
printer
imaging cartridge power cord
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3Installing the Imaging Cartridge
cCaution:
❏Do not turn the imaging cartridge upside down. Do not
expose the imaging cartridge to light any longer than
necessary.
❏Do not open the drum’s protective cover and avoid
exposing the imaging cartridge to room light any longer
than necessary. Overexposing the cartridge may cause
abnormally dark or light areas to appear on the printed
page and reduce the life of the imaging cartridge.
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1. Pull the latch on the right toward you to open the printer
cover.
2. While holding the imaging cartridge horizontally, gently
shake it a few times to distribute the toner evenly.
3. Set the imaging cartridge on a clean, flat surface. Firmly grip
the tab on the left side of the imaging cartridge. Pull the
clear seal all the way out with firm, even pressure as shown.
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4. Hold the imaging cartridge and gently shake the cartridge
from front to back.
5. Insert the pins on each side of the imaging cartridge into the
grooves inside the printer, and slide the cartridge gently
into place.
6. Gently press down on the printer cover until it clicks shut.
cCaution:
Never transport the printer with the imaging cartridge
installed.
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4Loading Paper
1. Fan a stack of paper (up to 250 sheets); then tap it on a flat
surface to even up the edges.
2. Open the front cover.
3. Adjust the paper guides inside the MP (Multi Purpose) Tray
to match the size of the paper. Load the stack of paper into
the tray; make sure that the paper guides do not squeeze
the paper.
4. Close the front cover.
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