Epson Stylus Color 800 User manual

User’s Guide
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48-NOZZLE INK JET PRINTER
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Copyright 0 1992 by Seiko Epson Corporation
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User’s Guide

FCC Compliance Statement
For United States Users
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause interference to radio and television
reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures.
0 Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
U Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Cl Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
Cl Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
WARNING
The connection of a non-shielded equipment interface cable to this equipment will
invalidate the FCC Certification of this device and may cause interference levels which
exceed the limits established by the FCC for this equipment. It is the responsibility of the
user to obtain and use a shielded equipment interface cable with this device. If this
equipment has more than one interface connector, do not leave cables connected to
unused interfaces. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
For Canadian Users
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from
digital apparatus as set out in the radio interference regulations of the Canadian
Department of Communications.
Le present appareil numerique n’emet pas de bruits radioelectriques depassant les limites
applicables aux appareils numeriques de Classe B prescrites dans le reglement sur le
brouillage radioelectrique edict@ par le Ministere des Communications du Canada.
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Important Safety Instructions
Read all of these instructions before you set up your printer.
Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the printer.
Unplug the printer from the wall outlet before you clean it, and
use a damp cloth for cleaning, not liquid or aerosol cleaners.
Do not use your printer near water or spill any liquid on it.
Do not place the printer on an unstable cart, stand, table, or other
surface that may allow the printer to fall.
Do not block any slots or openings in the cabinet. These are
provided for the ventilation necessary to ensure reliable
operation and protection from overheating. Placing the printer
on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface may block the
openings. Also, do not place the printer in a built-in installation
unless proper ventilation is provided.
Never place the printer near or over a radiator or heat register.
Use the type of power source indicated on the label. If you are
not sure of the type of power available, consult your dealer or
local power company.
This printer may be equipped with a plug having a third
(grounding) pin, which fits only into a grounding-type outlet.
This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into
the outlet, have an electrician replace your obsolete outlet. Do
not defeat the purpose of the grounding-type plug.
Do not put your printer where the cord will be walked on.
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’s ampere rating. Also, make
sure that the total of all products plugged into the wall outlet
does not exceed 15 amperes.
Never push objects of any kind into your printer because they
may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could
result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
Except as specifically explained in the user’s manual, do not
attempt to repair the printer yourself. This could expose you to
dangerous voltage points or other risks, Refer all servicing in
those compartments to service personnel.
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LI Unplug the printer from the wall outlet and have it repaired by a
qualified service person under the following conditions:
When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed
If liquid has been spilled into it
If it has been exposed to rain or water
If it does not operate normally when the operating instructions
are followed. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the
operating instructions since improper adjustment of other
controls may result in damage and will often require extensive
work by a qualified technician to restore the printer to normal
operation.
If it has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged
If it exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need
for service.
Where United States Users Can Get Help
Epson America provides local customer support and service through
a nationwide network of authorized Epson dealers and Service
Centers.
Epson also provides the following support services through the
Epson Connection at
[phone]
Assistance in locating your nearest Authorized Epson Reseller or
Service Center
Technical assistance with the installation, configuration, and
operation of Epson products
Information on ESC/P 2 drivers for your software
Sales of the ESC/P reference manual, which contains
comprehensive information on ESC/P 2 commands
Epson technical information library fax service
Product literature with technical specifications on our current
and new products
Sales of ribbons, supplies, parts, documentation, and accessories
for your Epson product
Customer Relations
Information about user groups
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Tips for Printing on Single Sheets
There are a few things you should know about printing on single
sheets as opposed to continuous paper. When you print on single
sheets, you may notice that your printer prints the first page of your
file correctly but then prints too low on the next page, or that it
prints the last few lines from one page onto the next.
These differences in print position are easy to adjust; you can simply
change some of the settings in your application program as
described below to get the right results.
1. When you install an application program, it normally asks
you what printer you are using. Make sure you choose the
correct printer. See Chapter 1 for the right printer to choose.
2. Many programs include an option to set the maximum lines
per page. If your program has a lines-per-page setting and
you are using 8.5x11-inch paper, set the lines per page to
61;
for A4, try 65.
Note:
Tofind fhe right lines-per-page seffingfor paper that is not 8.5~12,
create a test document using your application program. Set your fop
and bottom margins to 0 and then create a file of numbered linesfrom
2 to 66. When you print yourfile, notice the last number printed on
fhe first page. This is your maximum lines-per-page setting.
3. If your program doesn’t have a lines-per-page setting, try
decreasing the top margin or increasing the bottom margin,
or both, until you get the results you want.
4. You can also try adjusting the form length setting. For an
8.5x11-inch page, try setting the form length at 10 inches
(10.5 inches for A4).
5. Some programs also let you indicate whether you are using
single sheets or continuous paper. Make sure you choose
single sheets.
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Contents
lntroduction
Features
...........................................................................................
1
How to Use This Manual..............................................................
2
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes ...................................................
2
Chapter 11
Setting Up Your Printer
About YourInk Jet Printer..................................................................
l-2
Afew precautions........................................................................
l-2
Choosing the right paper............................................................
l-3
Unpacking the Printer..........................................................................
l-4
Attaching the paper support ......................................................
l-5
Choosing a Place for the Printer .........................................................
l-6
Plugging in the Printer
.........................................................................
l-7
Installing the Ink Cartridge.................................................................
l-8
Testing the Printer
................................................................................
l-13
Loading paper in the paper feeder............................................
l-13
Running the self test....................................................................
l-14
Connecting the Printer to Your Computer........................................
l-15
Setting Up Your Software Programs ..................................................
l-17
Tips for Using the Paper Feeder.........................................................
l-18
Chapter 2 Using Other Printer Functions
Loading Paper Manually.....................................................................
2-2
Papersize
......................................................................................
2-2
Printing on single sheets.............................................................
2-2
Printing on envelopes.................................................................
2-4
Operatingthe Control Panel..............................................................
.2-6
Indicator lights.............................................................................
2-6
Buttons
.........................................................................................
.2-7
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Controlling
the Page with MicroFeed..............................................
.2-8
Adjusting
the loading position..................................................2-9
Adjusting
the print position.......................................................2-10
Selecting Character Fonts...................................................................
.2-11
ScalableFonts
...............................................................................2-12
Condensedprinting.....................................................................2-12
Using the Default-Settings
Mode ......................................................
.2-13
Defaultsettings
descriptions......................................................2-14
Changing
the default settings...................................................
.2-15
Chapter 3 Mainfenunce and Troubleshooting
Replacingthe Ink Cartridge................................................................3-2
Cleaning thePrint Head......................................................................3-3
Cleaning
the
Printer..............................................................................3-4
Transporting the Printer.....................................................................,3-4
Troubleshooting....................................................................................3-5
Power supply...............................................................................3-5
Printing.........................................................................................
.3-6
Paper handling.............................................................................3-10
Appendix
Technical Specifications......................................................................
A-2
Printerspecifications..................................................................
A-2
Interface
specifications...............................................................
A-7
Initialization................................................................................
A-11
Command Summary...........................................................................
A-13
Sending printercommands.......................................................
A-13
Using
the commandsummary.................................................
A-13
General
operation
.......................................................................
A-13
Paper feeding..............................................................................
A-14
Page format..................................................................................
A-14
Print position motion.................................................................
A-15
Font selection...............................................................................
A-15
Font enhancement......................................................................
A-17
Spacing.........................................................................................
A-17
Character handling.....................................................................
A-18
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Bitimage ......................................................................................
A-20
Graphics.......................................................................................
A-21
CharacterTables
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A-21
Glossary
Index
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