Epson EPL-N2120 User manual

Where to Find Information
Setup Guide (this manual)
Contains information on how to place the printer, assembling the
printer and installing the printer driver.
Online guides
The CD-ROM shipped with your printer includes
the following online guides as well as the printer
driver.
Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.0 or later, or
Netscape Navigator 4.0 or later, must be installed
in your computer to read the Online Guide.
Reference Guide
❏How to use the printer
❏How to solve the problems
❏How to keep your printer in good condition
❏Safety information and technical specifications
Online Help for each printer software
Click Help for detailed information and instructions on the
printer software that controls your printer. Online Help is
automatically installed when you install the printer software.

Laser Printer
®
Setup Guide
SafetyInstructions..................... 1
1 RemovingtheProtectiveMaterials .....6
2 FindingaPlaceforthePrinter..........8
3 AssemblingthePrinter ...............10
4 InstallingtheOptions ................13
5 Testing and Connecting the Printer . . . . 24
6 InstallingthePrinterSoftware..........27

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or otherwise, without the prior written permission of SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION. No
patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contained herein. Neither
is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information contained
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modifications, repairs, or alterations to this product, or (excluding the U.S.) failure to strictly
comply with SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION’s operating and maintenance instructions.
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problems arising from the use of any options or any consumable products other than those
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Copyright © 2001 by SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION, Nagano, Japan.
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes
wWarnings must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury.
cCautions must be observed to avoid damage to your
equipment.
Notes contain important information and useful tips on the
operation of your printer.

Safety Instructions 1
Safety Instructions
Laser Printer Precautions
This printer uses laser technology. Follow the precautions below
carefully to ensure safe, efficient operation.
❏Be careful not to touch the fuser,
which is marked CAUTION!
HIGH TEMPERATURE.Ifthe
printer has been in use, the fuser
can be very hot.
❏Do not attempt to modify or take
the imaging cartridge apart. It
cannot be refilled.
❏Do not touch the toner and avoid
all toner contact with your eyes.
❏Do not dispose of used imaging
cartridges in fire, as they can
explode and cause injury.
Dispose of them according to local regulations.
Important Safety Instructions
Read all of these instructions before operating your printer:
❏Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the printer.
❏Unplug this printer from the wall outlet before cleaning.
Use a damp cloth for cleaning and do not use liquid or aerosol
cleaners.
❏Avoid touching the components inside the printer unless
instructed to do so in this guide.
CAUTION! HIGH TEMPERATURE

2Safety Instructions
❏Never force printer components into place. Although the printer
is designed to be sturdy, rough handling can damage it.
❏Be sure to keep consumables out of the reach of children.
❏Do not leave jammed paper inside of the printer. This can cause
the printer to overheat.
❏Do not use this printer near water.
❏Do not place the printer on an unstable surface.
❏Do not put your printer where the cord will be stepped on.
❏Avoid using outlets that other appliances are plugged into.
❏Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are
provided for ventilation. Do not block or cover them.
❏Do not put the printer on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface
or in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is provided.
❏Usethetypeofpowersourceindicatedonthelabel.Ifyouare
not sure of the type of power available, consult your dealer or
local power company.
❏If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact a
qualified electrician.
❏If you use an extension cord, 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.
❏Never push objects of any kind through cabinet slots as they may
touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could
result in a fire or electric shock.
❏Never spill liquid of any kind on the printer.

Safety Instructions 3
❏Except as specifically explained in this guide, 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.
❏Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating
instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result
in damage and may require a qualified service representative to
restore the product normal operation.
❏Unplug this printer 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 it.
C. If it has been exposed to rain or water.
D. If it does not operate normally when the operating
instructions are followed. Adjust only those controls that are
covered by the operating instructions. Improper adjustment
of other controls may result in damage and may require a
qualified service representative to restore the product to
normal operation.
E. If it has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
F. If it exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a
need for service.

4Safety Instructions
Safety Information
Laser safety labels
wWarning:
Theuseofcontrols,ortheperformanceofproceduresand
adjustments other than those specified in this guide may result in
hazardous radiation exposure.
YourprinterisaClass1laser
product as defined in the IEC60825
specifications. The label shown
below is attached in countries where
required.
Internal laser radiation
This is a Class IIIb Laser Diode
Assembly that has an invisible laser
beam. The printer head unit is NOT
A SERVICE ITEM, Therefore, the
printer head unit should not be
opened under any circumstances.
An additional laser warning label is
affixed to the inside of the printer.
Ozone safety
Ozone emission
Ozone gas is generated by laser printers as a by-product of the
printing process. Ozone is produced only when the printer is
printing.
Max. Radiation Power 0.31 mW
Wave Length 770 to 795 nm

Safety Instructions 5
Ozone exposure limit
The recommended exposure limit for ozone is 0.1 parts per million
(ppm) expressed as an average time-weighted concentration over an
eight (8) hour period.
The EPSON EPL-N2120 laser printer generates less than 0.1 ppm for
8 hours of continuous printing.
Minimize the risk
Tominimizetheriskofexposuretoozone,youshouldavoidthe
following conditions:
❏Useofmultiplelaserprintersinaconfinedarea(seeabove)
❏Operation in conditions of extremely low humidity
❏Poor room ventilation
❏Long, continuous printing together with any of the above
Printer location
The printer should be located so that the exhaust gases and heat
generated are:
❏Not blown directly into the user’sface
❏Vented directly out of the building whenever possible

6Removing the Protective Materials
1Removing the Protective
Materials
Before installing the imaging cartridge and the paper cassette, you
must first remove the protective materials from the printer.
Follow these steps to remove the printer’s protective materials:
1
2
3

Removing the Protective Materials 7
4
5
6

8Finding a Place for the Printer
2Finding a Place for the Printer
Allow adequate space for easy operation and maintenance.
Additional space needed for options;
250-Sheet Lower Paper Cassette Unit 7.9 cm to the bottom of the
printer
500-Sheet Lower Paper Cassette Unit 10.8 cm to the bottom of the
printer
Duplex Unit 30 cm to the rear side of the
printer
20cm
87.8cm
70cm 20cm
20cm
135.4cm
72cm
40cm

Finding a Place for the Printer 9
Always follow the precautions below when finding a place to
locate the printer.
❏Place the printer where you can easily unplug the power cord.
❏Keep the entire computer and printer system away from
potential sources of interference, such as loudspeakers or the
base units of cordless telephones.
cCaution:
❏Leave adequate room around the printer to allow for sufficient
ventilation.
❏Avoid locations that are subject to direct sunlight, excessive
heat, moisture, or dust.

10 Assembling the Printer
3Assembling the Printer
Installing the Imaging Cartridge
Handling precautions:
❏When handling the imaging cartridge, always place them on
a clean smooth surface.
❏If toner gets onto your skin or clothes, wash it off with soap
and water immediately.
❏Waitforatleastonehourbeforeinstallinganimaging
cartridge after moving it from a cool to a warm environment
to prevent damage from condensation.
❏Do not turn the imaging cartridge upside down or stand it on
its ends. 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 lightany 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 cartridge.

Assembling the Printer 11
Follow these steps to install the imaging cartridge:
1. While holding the imaging cartridge horizontally, gently
shake it a few times to distribute the toner evenly.
2. Pull the clear seal all the way out with firm, even pressure.

12 Assembling the Printer
3. Press the latch on the left side of the printer and open the
printer cover.
4. Turn the arrow on the cartridge to the printer cover side and
slide the cartridge into place. Align the guides on both sides,
then insert the cartridge firmly.
5. Gently press down on the printer cover until it clicks shut.

Installing the Options 13
4Installing the Options
If you purchased any options with the printer, install them before
plugging in the printer. To install the 250-Sheet Paper Casssette
Unit, 500-Sheet Paper Cassette Unit and the Duplex Unit, refer to
the manual for each option.
Installing a Memory Module
By installing a DIMM (Dual In-line Memory Module), you can
increase printer memory up to 528 MB. You may want to add
additional memory if you are having difficulty printing complex,
graphics-intensive pages or if you regularly use numerous
downloaded fonts.
You can purchase DIMMs from various vendors. Be sure the
DIMMyoupurchasemeetsthefollowingrequirements:
* Contact your dealer or a qualified service representative about compatible
SDRAM.
cCaution:
Before you install a memory module, be sure to discharge any
static electricity by touching a grounded piece of metal.
Otherwise, you may damage static-sensitive components.
DRAM type Synchronous Dynamic RAM
Dual In-line Memory Module (SDRAM DIMM)
Capacity 32, 64, 128, 256 or 512 MB*
CAS Latency CL=2
Type 168-pin type, 64bit, with SPD
PC 100 compliant
Dimensions Within 134 ×36 mm (5.27 ×1.42 inches), with a thickness
of 10 mm (0.4 inch)

14 Installing the Options
wWarning:
Be careful when working inside the printer as some components
are sharp and may cause injury.
1. Make sure the printer is turned off and unplug the power
cord.
2. Open the printer cover by pressing the latch, then remove the
printer’s right side cover.
3. Loosen the screws that secure the shield cover, then remove
the cover.
screws

Installing the Options 15
4. Push the clips on each side of the RAM slot outward.
5. Align the two depressions on the base of the DIMM with the
protrusions inside the RAM slot to determine the position of
attachment.
6. Insert one end of the DIMM into the slot and push until the
retaining clip comes up.
7. Push the other end of the DIMM into the slot until the clip
comes up to retain the memory module securely.
cCaution:
Do not remove any modules from the circuit board.
Otherwise, the printer will not work.

16 Installing the Options
8. Replace the shield cover, then secure it with its screws.
cCaution:
When replacing the shield cover, be sure not to pinch the
wires inside the printer between the printer case and the
shield cover.

Installing the Options 17
9. Replace the printer’srightsidecover.
10. Press down on the printer cover until it clicks shut.
To verify that memory is correctly installed, print a status sheet.
For instructions on how to print a status sheet, see “Printing a
status sheet”on page 25.
If an incorrect amount of memory is shown on the status sheet,
turn off the printer and review the steps above to make sure you
correctly installed the DIMM. If the amount of memory is still
incorrect, contact your dealer or a qualified service representative
for assistance.