Epson FX-2190 User manual

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With an expansive feature set and remarkable
durability, the Epson FX-2190 impact printer
offers the flexibility required for critical daily
print requirements. Powerful, yet easy to
use, this 9-pin, wide-carriage workhorse
boasts an MTBF rating of 20,000 power-on
hours (POH) and speeds of up to 680 cps.
An extremely reliable, high-value performer, the Epson FX-2190 provides
Parallel, USB, and additional connectivity options for seamless integration.
And, it includes Epson Remote Configuration Manager™software for easy
printer setup and simple setting selections via most Windows®operating
systems. Ideal for rugged environments, this robust printer is the perfect
drop-in replacement for the Epson FX-1180/1180+/2180 or the Okidata®
Microline®321/321 Turbo.
The high-speed Epson FX-2190 races through forms up to 7 parts thick
and 16.5
" wide through four convenient paper paths. Its easy-to-install 12
million character ribbon cartridge boosts productivity and ensures a low cost
per page, while its 400 million character print head life offers added dependability.
Complete with a newly designed control panel featuring a lock-out mode
and other intuitive functions, this versatile product is the ideal solution for
demanding print environments. And, as part of a comprehensive three-year
warranty, it’s backed by superior technical support from the world leader in
impact printing.
FX-2190
IMPACT PRINTER
The wide-format solution for
easy integration and maximum productivity
Key Features
High-speed 9-pin printing
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Speeds through multipart forms, reports,
labels, and more at up to 680 cps
Extreme reliability in demanding print
environments
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Offers an MTBF rating of 20,000 POH (25%
duty cycle) and a 400 million character print
head life
User-friendly setup and operation
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Facilitates easy printer configuration using
a newly designed control panel or its
Windows-based Epson Remote
Configuration Manager
Easy system integration
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Provides resident Epson, IBM®and
Microline printer languages for increased
compatibility
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Includes standard Parallel and USB
connections, plus an additional slot for
optional interface cards
Easy-to-install 12 million character ribbon
cartridge
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Ensures a lower cost per page, and
reduces the need for frequent user
intervention
Advanced paper handling capabilities
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Provides four convenient paper paths to
accommodate cut sheet paper and
continuous forms up to 7 parts thick
and 16.5 " wide
Standard three-year warranty
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Includes access to Epson’s superior
technical support
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Selected Print Speed
Epson FX-2190 Okidata ML-421 Lexmark 2481
Pages Per Minute
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Printed on Recycled Paper
Printer Method
9-pin, serial impact dot matrix
Print Direction
Bidirectional logic seeking for text and graphics printing. Unidirectional
text or graphics printing can be selected using software commands.
Print Speed
Ultra Speed Draft 680.cps (12 cpi)
566 cps (10 cpi)
High Speed Draft 559 cps (10 cpi)
Draft 419 cps (10 cpi)
Letter-quality 104 cps (10 cpi)
(Note: Normal print speed is achieved when printer safety cover is
fully closed)
Character Sets
13 character tables
13 international character sets
Resident Bitmapped Fonts
Ultra Speed Draft 10, 12 cpi
High Speed Draft 10, 12, 15, 17, 20 cpi
Draft 10, 12, 15, 17, 20 cpi
NLQ (Roman/Sans Serif) 10, 12, 15, 17, 20 cpi, proportional
Column Width
10 cpi 136
12 cpi 163
15 cpi 204
17 cpi 233
20 cpi 272
Bar Code Fonts
EAN-13, EAN-8, Interleaved 2 of 5, UPC-A, UPC-E, Code 39, Code
128, POSTNET, Codabar (NW-7), Industrial 2 of 5, Matrix 2 of 5
Formatting
1/6" or programmable in 1/432" increments
Line Spacing: 6 lines per inch default
(8 lpi option available on FX-2190 Okidata Mode only)
Paper Feed Mechanism
Feeding method Friction feed (front, rear)
Push tractor (front, rear)
Pull tractor (front, bottom, rear)
Push and pull tractor** (front, rear)
Cut sheet feeder (optional)
Roll paper holder (optional)
Paper Feed Speed
62 millisecond per 1/6"
5" per second continuous feed
Paper Path
Manual insertion Front or rear in, top out
Cut sheet feeder Rear in, top out
Tractor Front rear or bottom in, top out
Pull/push tractor Front or rear in, top out
Input Buffer
128K
Software Drivers
Windows 95, 98, Me, 2000, XP and NT 4.0
Interface
Bidirectional Parallel (IEEE 1284 Nibble Mode supported),
USB 1.1, Type-B slot for optional interface cards
Printer Language
Epson ESC/P,
®IBM PPDS, Okidata Microlines (FX-2190, Okidata
Mode only)
Paper Handling
Forms: continuous multipart, original plus 5 carbonless copies,
1 + 6 copies with pull tractor, maximum thickness .018"
Width
Single sheets 3.9" to 16.5"
Continuous 4.0" to 16.0"
Cut sheet feeder 7.2" to 16.5"
Length
Single sheets 3.9" to 14.3"
Continuous 4.0" to 22.0"
Cut sheet feeder 10.1" to 14.0"
No. 6 envelopes 6.5" x 3.6"
No. 10 envelopes 9.5" x 4.1"
Labels 2.5" x 0.94" (minimum)
Roll paper 8.5" width
Sound Level
55 dBA (ISO 7779 pattern)
Power Requirements
Rated voltage 100 to 240V AC
Input voltage range 90 to 264V
Rated frequency range 50 to 60 Hz
Input frequency range 49.5 to 60.5 Hz
Physical Dimensions
Height 6.1"
Width 23.2"
Depth 13.8"
Weight 21.2 lb
Control Panel Functions
Font, pitch, pause, tear-off, bin selection, line feed, form feed, load,
eject, micro-adjust, top-of-form adjustment, panel lockout, reset,
menu, default setting selection
Reliability
Total print volume 52 million lines (except print head)
MTBF 20,000 POH (25% duty cycle)
Print head life 400 million characters at 14
dots/character
Ribbon life 12 million characters at 14
dots/character
Warranty
Three-year limited warranty in the U.S. and Canada
*Advanced print head design provides unmatched burst speed, allowing the Epson
FX-2190 to maximize performance by consistently performing at or near top speeds.
Standardized ISO 10561 throughput tests illustrate how Epson’s superior technology
results in faster printing and greater print volume over time.
Test conducted by Seiko Epson Corporation.
** Additional tractor unit required
Ordering Information Printer Specifications
Epson FX-2190 and Accessories
Product Code Description
C11C526001 Epson FX-2190 Impact Printer
S015335 Ribbon Cartridge
C800211 Additional Push/Pull Tractor Unit
C806391 Single Bin Cut Sheet Feeder
C806401 High Capacity Cut Sheet Feeder
C823051 Serial Interface Board
C823071 32KB Serial Interface Board
C823121 LocalTalk Interface
C823141 Coax Interface Board
C823151 Twinax Interface Board
C823452 Bidirectional Parallel Interface Board
C12C823912 EpsonNet Multiprotocol 10/100 Base-TX
Type-B Ethernet Print Server
Specifications and terms are subject to change without notice. Epson and Epson ESC/P are registered trademarks of Seiko Epson Corporation. Epson Remote Configuration Manager is a trademark
of Epson America, Inc. All other product and brand names are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Epson disclaims any and all rights in these marks.
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