Epson EPL-N1600 Option User manual

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Printer Parts
printer cover
printer cover latch
lower cassette
tray
control panel
MP Tray
Type-B interface
connector (option
)
Parallel interface
connector
Serial interface
connector
AC inlet
power switch
transparent cover

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Contents
1 Finding a Place for the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
2 Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
3 Installing the Optional Duplex Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
4 Installing the Optional 500 Sheet Lower Paper
Cassette Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
5 Installing the Imaging Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
6 Loading Paper. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
7 Attaching the Power Cord. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
8 Testing the printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
9 Connecting the Printer to the Computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
10 Installing the Printer Software. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
11 Making Basic Driver Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
12 Accessing Online Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

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EPSON is a registered trademark of SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION.
HP and LaserJet are registered trademarks of Hewlett-Packard Company.
Microsoft, Windows, and MS-DOS are registered trademarks of Microsoft 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 © 1998 by SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION, Nagano, Japan.

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This booklet helps you set up your printer and begin printing
quickly. If you need detailed information on printer use or if you
have problems printing, see your Reference Guide.
1
Finding a Place for the Printer
❏Place your printer close enough to the computer or
workstation for the printer cable to connect easily.
❏Leave adequate room around the printer to allow for easy
operation and maintenance as well as sufficient ventilation.
The diagram below shows the recommended amount of
space.
❏If you install the optional Duplex Unit (see "Installing the
Optional Duplex Unit" on page 4), you will need to allow an
additional 235 mm (9.3 inches) at the back of the printer.
270 mm
25 mm
310 mm
180 mm

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cCaution:
❏The printer is fitted with a ventilation fan on the right-hand
side (the same side as the power switch). Make sure that this
fan is not blocked when you position the printer.
❏Avoid locations that are subject to direct sunlight, excessive
heat, moisture, or dust.
❏Place the printer where you can easily unplug the power
cord.
❏Avoid using an electrical outlet that is controlled by wall
switchesorautomatictimers.Accidentaldisruptionofpower
can wipe out valuable information in your computer's or
printer's memory.
❏Avoid using outlets on the same circuit as 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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2
Unpacking
1. Remove the accessories and printer from the shipping carton.
cWarning:
The printer weighs about 13 kg (about 29 lb) and should be
lifted with care. Get another person to help you if necessary
2. Set the printer on a flat, stable surface.
3. Remove the packing material from the printer and its
accessories and store for future use.
4. Make sure you have the items shown below, plus one CD-
ROM containing a printer driver, and utility programs.
Note:
The shape of the AC power cord plug varies by country; be sure the plug
included is the right shape for your location.

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3
Installing the Optional Duplex
Unit
Note:
❏This section is only for customers installing the optional duplex
unit.
❏If you are installing both the optional duplex unit and the optional
500 sheetlower paper cassette,you must install theduplex unitfirst
before proceeding with the installation of the 500 sheet lower paper
cassette.
❏If you are installing the optional 500 sheetlower paper cassette and
are not installing the optional duplex unit, turn to "Installing the
Optional 500 Sheet Lower Paper Cassette Unit" on page 10.
❏If you are not installing either the duplex unit or the lower paper
cassette, turn to "Loading Paper" on page 21.
❏The optional duplex unit allows you to print on both sides of a sheet
of paper automatically. To install the duplex unit, follow the
instructions below:

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1. Unpack the parts of the duplex feeder, and place them on the
stable surface where you will be installing the printer. Lift up
the vertical unit so that it locks into the locking bar on the side
of the horizontal unit, as shown below.
2. Remove the transparent cover attached to the rear of the
printer. Insert the duplex chute into the body exit of the
printer, and secure it with the two supplied clips.

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3. Inside the vertical unit, you will find a metal bar. Use this bar
to remove the plastic cover at the right of the body exit.
When you have removed the plastic cover, store it together
with the metal bar in the place in the vertical unit where you
found the metal bar.
4. With the front of the printer towards you, grasp the sides of
the printer. Line up the corners of the printer with the corners
of the duplex unit and place the printer on the duplex unit.