Epson C80673 User's Guide

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Printer Parts

Interface CardsYou can use optional interface cards to supplement your printer’sbuilt-in parallel interface. The EPSON interface cards below arecompat

2. Remove the screws from the shield plate on the back of theprinter and remove the plate.3.Slide the interface card along the slots on both sides of

The C82305*or C823306* serial interface cardTo use the C82305* or C82306* serial interface card, see thesections below to set the correct baud rate, h

Chapter 5Maintenance and TransportationCleaning the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2Replacing the Ribbon . . . . .

Cleaning the PrinterTo keep your printer operating at its best, you should clean itthoroughly several times a year. Follow these steps:1.Make sure the

Replacing the RibbonWhen printing becomes faint, you need to replace the ribboncartridge. Use the EPSON ribbon cartridges listed below for bestresults

Transporting the PrinterIf you need to transport your printer some distance, carefullyrepack it using the original box and packing materials, asdescri

Chapter 6TroubleshootingPower Supply...6-2Power is not being supplied...6-2Printing...

Most printer problems have simple solutions.You can check the operation of your printer using the self test.See “Running the Self Test” in Chapter 1.

The lights come on briefly and then go off. The lights stay offeven when the power is turned on again.Check that the printer’s voltage rating matches

FCC Compliance StatementFor United States UsersThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digitaldevice, pursuan

The printer makes a strange noise, beeps five times, and thenabruptly stops printing.Turn off the printer and let the print head cool. Then, check for

The paper thickness lever may not be set properly. See“Adjusting the paper thickness lever” in Chapter 2.Dots are missing in printed characters or gra

The print position is not what you expectPrinting starts too high or too low on the page, or the bottom partof one page is printed at the top of the n

4.You can also try adjusting the form length setting. For astandard 8l/2 x l1-inch page, try setting the form length at10 inches.5. Some programs also

Paper feeding is crooked or the paper jams.Turn off the printer and pull out the paper. Insert a new sheetstraight into the paper guide. Be sure, you’

Paper feeding is crooked or the paper jams.Make sure the paper guide is in the upright position.The position of your paper supply may be preventing it

OptionsSee this section if you have problems with optional equipment.The paper does not feed properly with the cut-sheetfeederThe paper does not feed.

The paper feed is crooked.The paper may be old or creased. Use only new, clean sheetsof paper.There may be too much paper in the stacker.Make sure the

Continuous paper does not feed properly when usingthe pull tractor with the push tractorPaper feed is crooked or the paper jams.The pull tractor and p

AppendixSpecifications, Command Summary,and Character TablesPrinter Specifications...A-2Printing...

Declaration of ConformityAccording to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN 45014Manufacturer:Address:SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION3-5, Owa 3-chome, Suwa-shi,Nagano-ken 3

Printer SpecificationsPrintingPrinting method:Printing speed:9-pin impact dot matrixQualityCharactersper inchCharacters/second/lineHigh speed draft104

Printable columns:character sizesMaximum printedcharacters per colum10cpi13612cpi16315cpi20417cpicondensed23320cdcondensed272Printing direction:Line s

PaperSingle sheets (CSF):Width:Length:Thickness:Weight:Single sheets (multipart)*:Width:Length:Copies:Thickness:Weight:Jointing:both front and rear en

Postcards*:both front and rear entryWidth:100 to 148 mm (3.9 to 5.83 inches)Length:Front: 148 mm (5.83 inches)Rear: 100 to 148 mm (3.94 to 5.83 inches

Continuous paperwith labels:Label size:Base sheet width:Base sheet hmgth(one page):Base sheet thickness:Total thickness:Label weight:Roll paper:Width:

Paper alignmentFront paper alignmentPrinting starts at the arrow mark. The unprintable area is to the left of thearrow mark.Rear paper alignmentPrinti

Printable areaSingle sheets, envelopes, and postcards:BA The minimum top margin is 4.2 mm.B The minimum left margin is 3.0 mm.The minimum right margin

Roll paper:A The minimum top margin is 4.2 mm.B The minimum left margin is 3.0 mm.The minimum right margin is 3.0 mm.The maximum printable width is 20

Electrical120V model:Rated voltage:Input voltage range:Rated frequency range:Input frequency range:Rated current:Power consumption:Insulation resistan

Insulation resistance:10 M min. (between AC line and chassis,DC 500 V)Dielectric strength:AC 1500 Vrms. 1 min. (between AC lineand chassis)*Maximu

Where to Get Help forUnited States UsersEPSON provides customer support and service through a nationwidenetwork of Authorized EPSON Customer Care Cent

230 V model:Safety standards:EN 60950 (TÜV, SEMKO, DEMKO,NEMKO, FIMKO)EMI: EN 55022 (CISPR pub.22) class BAcoustic noise:Level:Approx. 55 dB (A) (IS0

Parallel interface (forward channel)Transmission mode:g-bit parallel, IEEE-P1284 compatibilitymodeAdaptable connector:57-30360 (Amphenol) or equivalen

*In/Out shows the direction of signal flow as viewed from the printer.Parallel interface (reverse channel)Transmission mode:IEEE-P1284 nibble modeAdap

Extensibility request:The printer responds to the extensibilityrequest in the affirmative when therequest is 00H or 04H, which means:00H:Request nibbl

PinSignal nameno.14Host Busy31INIT32DataAvail/DataBit-0,4361284-Active 3018Logic HGND303029In/OutInDescriptionSet LOW to indicate that hostcan receive

Using CommandsSending printer commandsMost actions your printer performs are controlled by your software.Software commands instruct the printer to pri

Commands Arranged by TopicGeneral operationASCIIESC @Esc U l/0ESC EM nDec.Hex.Description64 40Initialize Printer8555Turn Unidirectional Mode On/Off25

Page formatASCIIESC l nESC Q nESC nESC C 0 nDec.Hex.Description108 6Cset Left Marginn = left margin column81 51Set Right Marginn = right margin column

Font selectionESC k n 1076BASCII Dec.Hex.DescriptionSelect Typefacen = 0: Roman1: Sans SerifESC P8050ESC M774DESC g10367ESC p l/011270ESC x n 12078ESC

Font enhancementASCIISIDC2soESC W l/0DC4ESC-l/OESC w l/0ESC GESC HESC S 0ESC S lESC TDec..HexDescription15OFSelect Condensed Printing1812Cancel Conden

CompuServe® online supportIf you have a modem, the fastest way to access helpful tips, specifications,drivers, application notes, and bulletins is thr

Character handlingASCIIDec.Hex,DescriptionESC: 0 n 0 583AESC R n8252ESC & nn3826ESC % n3725Esc t n11674ESC 6ESC 754553637Copy ROM to RAMn= 0, ln:

ASCllESC (t nnDec.Hex.Description40 116 28 74Assign Character TableESC (t 30 dl d2 d3Assign Character Table set by d2 andd3 to dldl = 0, 1, 2, 3, “0”,

SpacingASCIIESC SP nDec.Hex.Description32 20Set Intercharacter Spacen = number of units of space added tothe space between charactersUnits are l/120 i

BarcodeASCIIESC (B mnDec.Hex.Description40 662842Select Barcode PrintingESC (B n1 n2 k m s vl v2 c datan = (nl + (256 x n2))k: Select Barcodek=0: EAN

ASCIIDec.Hex.Descriptionc: Control flagBit 0 = Check digit0: A check digit is not addedby the printer1: A check digit is added by theprinterBit 1 = Hu

The valid data of each barcode type is described below. If invalid data isincluded in the barcode data string the barcode is not printed.Barcode TypeE

Character TablesInternational Character SetsGraphics Character TablesPC 437 (United States)A-28

PC850PC 863PC 865A-29

PC861BRASCIICODE89ABCDEFCODEAbkomp89ABCDEFIS0 Latin 1A-30

Roman 8PC 437 GreekPC852A-31

Safety informationwarning:This appliance must be earthed. Refer to rating plate for voltage and check thatthe appliance voltage corresponds to the sup

PC 853PC855PC 857PC864A-32

PC 866PC 869A-33

MAZOWIACode MJKBulgariaEstoniaA-34

PC 774IS0 Latin 2PC866LATitalicA-35

IndexCommand descriptions are not indexed here. For information on specificcommands, see the Appendix.AAdjusting the loading position,3-13-14Applicati

EEdge guides, 1-12-13, 2-4front, 2-6Ejjt. See Load/Eject buttonEnvelopes, 2-29, 4-7EPSON Calibration, l-20EPSON Remote!, l-18-19ESC/P, 1, A-17-201Labe

PPaper,continuous. See Continuous paperenvelopes, 2-29feeding methods, 2-2-23labels, 2-28mu&part forms, 2-27postcards, 2-29removing from tractor,

TTear Off /Binbutton, 3-4, 3-6light, 3-2Tear off feature, 3-16-17auto tear off, 3-16-17Testing the printer, 1-10-13Tractor positionsCHANGING, 2-9-11fr

Important Safety InstructionsBefore using your printer, read the following safety instructions to makesure you use the printer safely and effectively.

ContentsIntroductionOptions...2How to Use This Manual...3Warnings, Cautions, and Notes...

Chapter 2 Paper HandlingSelecting the Paper Feeding Method... 2-2Setting the paper release lever... 2-2Using Single Sheet

Chapter 3Using the printerControl Panel...3-2Lights...3-2Buttons...

Printer UpdatePlease update the information in your User’s Guide with theinformation given below.On page 1-15, replace the original text with the newi

Chapter 5Maintenance and TransportationCleaning the Printer...5-2Replacing the Ribbon...5-3Transporting

AppendixSpecifications, Command Summary, andCharacter TablesPrinter Specifications...A-2Printing...

Chapter 1Setting Up the PrinterChoosing a Place for the Printer...1-2Unpacking the Printer...1-4Installing the

Choosing a Place for the PrinterWhen selecting a place to set up your printer, be sure to followthese guidelines:Place the printer on a flat, stable s

If you plan to use a printer stand, follow these guidelines:Use a stand that supports at least 26 kg (57.8 lbs).Never use a stand that tilts the print

Unpacking the PrinterYour printer box should include an EPSON printer driver diskand the following items:Note:In some locations the power cord may be

Installing the Ribbon CartridgeBefore installing the ribbon cartridge, make sure that the powercord is not plugged into an electrical outlet.1.Lift th

3.Remove the plastic separator from the middle of the ribboncartridge and discard the separator.4.Hold the cartridge with the ribbon-tightening knob f

6. Lift the ribbon guide and insert it firmly over the metal pinsbehind the print head. Press down on the guide until it clicksinto place. Make sure t

8.Replace the printer cover by first inserting the front tabs into theslots near the front of the printer; then lower it into place.9. Attach the pape

On page 1-15, add the information below.Installing the driver for Windows 95 usersFollow these steps to install the printer driver using theWindows 95

10.Insert the paper separator into the paper guide.11.Lift the paper path guide and rest it against the paper guide.Note:Always close the printer cove

Plugging in the Printer1.Make sure the printer is turned off.2. Check the label on the back of the printer to make sure thevoltage matches that of you

The printer prints the self test in the currently selected font.1.Make sure the printer is turned off and the paper path guide isopen.2.Move the paper

4. Move the left edge guide until it locks in place next to the arrowguide mark. Then adjust the right edge guide to match thewidth of your paper.Caut

6.Insert a sheet of paper between the edge guides until it meetsresistance. Make sure you adjust the edge guides to match thewidth of your paper. Afte

Connecting the Printer to Your ComputerIf the self test printed correctly, you are ready to connect yourprinter to the computer. Use a 36-pin cable to

Setting Up Your SoftwareMost software lets you specify the type of printer you use so thatyou can take full advantage of the printer’s features. Yours

Checking the printer driver settingsbefore you start printing, you should make sure that the driversettings match your document requirements. While ma

8. Click Options to open the option menu.You can control intensity by clicking the arrow to darker orlighter; you can control dithering by choosing No

Printer utilitiesThe following DOS utilities are included with the printer:Epson Remote! utility allows you to change the printer’sdefault settings fr

6.Click OK. You see the Install From Disk screen.7.Insert the Windows printer driver disk in a disk drive.8.If you inserted the disk in drive A, click

Using Epson Remote!To make changes to the default settings with Epson Remote!,follow these steps:1.2.3.4.5.6.7.8.Change to the directory you specified

Using Epson CalibrationTo run the CALIBRAT.EXE utility program, follow these steps:1.Insert the diskette containing the calibration utility into yourc

Chapter 2Paper HandlingSelecting the Paper Feeding Method...2-2Setting the paper release lever...2-2Using Single Sheets.

Selecting the Paper Feeding MethodThe printer can accommodate almost any type of paper with front,rear, and bottom paper slots plus a tractor that can

Single-sheet position-for all single sheets (includingenvelopes and postcards), whether loaded fromfront, top, the optional cut-sheet feeders, or the

2.Turn on the printer. Slide the left edge guide until it stops next tothe arrow on the paper guide. Then adjust the right edgeguide to match the widt

4.Insert the paper firmly between the edge guides until it meetsresistance. After a few seconds, the printer advances the paperto the loading position

Loading single sheets from the front1.Move the paper release lever to the single-sheet position andopen the front cover. Make sure the paper path guid

4.While aligning the paper’s left and right edges with the edgeguides, insert the paper firmly until it meets resistance. After afew seconds, the prin

Using Continuous PaperThe printer’s paper-handling system allows you to loadcontinuous paper through the front, rear, or bottom.You can print on conti

Installing the driver while running Windows 95If you are using Windows 95, follow the steps below.1.In the Desktop window, double-click the My Compute

Make sure you align your paper supply with the paper loaded inthe tractor so the paper feeds smoothly into the printer.If you feed paper through the b

2.Open the front paper guide and remove it by grasping the finson both sides and pulling it straight out of the printer.Note:When loading multipart fo

Using the pull tractor positionBefore installing the tractor in the top position, you need toremove it from its current position (front) by pressing t

4. Push the tractor into the printer’s mounting slot as shown below.To remove the tractor unit, hold down its lock tabs, tilt it back, andlift it off

3.Release the sprockets by pushing the sprocket locks backward.4.Position the left sprocket as shown below. (Printing starts at thearrow mark.) See th

6.Make sure your paper has a clean, straight edge. Then open thesprocket covers and fit the holes of the paper over the tractorpins.7.Close the sprock

11.Turn on the printer. When the printer receives data, itautomatically loads the paper before printing.Note:Always close the printer cover before pri

3.Make sure the paper release lever is set to the rear push tractorposition.4.Release the sprockets by pushing the sprocket locks forward.2-16 Paper H

5. Slide the left sprocket to the left margin of the paper using thescale on the printer as shown below. (Printing starts at the “0”mark. See the Appe

8.Slide the right sprocket to remove any slack in the paper; thenlock it in place.9.Attach the printer cover and paper guide.Note:Advance the paper be

On page 1-16, add the information below. If you are usingWindows 3.1, refer to the information in your User’s Guide.Checking the printer driver settin

Loading the pull tractor1.Make sure the printer is turned off.2.Remove the printer cover and paper guide.3.Make sure the tractor is in the pull tracto

5. Slide the left sprocket to the left margin of the paper using thescale at the rear of the tractor as a guide. (Printing starts at the“0” mark. See

9. Attach the printer cover and paper guide.Note:Advance the paper behind the printer guide as shown below. Makesure the paper path guide rests agains

Loading the push/pull tractorTo use the push and pull tractors in combination, you must firstpurchase the optional pull tractor. See Chapter 4 for mor

8.Slide the left and right edge guides to the center of the paper guide.9. Raise the paper path guide and rest it against the paper guide.Caution:Do n

Caution:Make sure you tear off your printed document before pressing theLoad/Eject button. Reverse feeding several pages at a time maycause a paper ja

You can now load single sheets as described in “Using SingleSheets,” earlier in this chapter.Switching to continuous paperTo switch from single sheets

Adjusting the paper thickness leverSet the paper thickness lever to match the thickness of your paperaccording to the table below.Paper typeThin paper

Multipart formsYour printer can print on both single-sheet and continuousmultipart forms. You can load single-sheet multipart forms in boththe front

LabelsWhen selecting labels for printing, always choose the typemounted on a continuous backing sheet with sprocket holes foruse with a tractor. Do no

On pages 1-18 through l-20, replace the original informationwith the new information below.DOS printer utilitiesYour printer driver disk includes the

EnvelopesYou can load envelopes only from the top paper slot, followingthe guidelines below:Always set the paper thickness lever to position 4 to 5 to

Chapter 3Using the PrinterControl Panel...3-2Lights...3-2Buttons...

This chapter covers basic operation of your printer, including thecontrol panel lights and buttons, the printer’s default settings, andother functions

Tear Off /Bin (two lights, green)The Tear Off /Bin selection status is displayed by two lights:Tear off positionBin 1Bin2Card = Flashing, q =

ButtonsOperatePress this button to turn the printer on or off.PausePress this button to temporarily stop printing and to resumeprinting. Holding it do

FontPress this button to select one of the following fonts:Draft, Roman, Sans SerifPitchPress this button to select one of the following pitches:10 cp

Other control panel featuresThe control panel also gives you to access to several otherfunctions. To activate the functions listed below, turn on thep

Changing the Default SettingsThe default settings control many basic functions of the printer.While you can control many of these functions through yo

Selecting items and changing settingsFollow the steps below to select items and change their settings.The available items and settings are listed on t

ItemSettingsPage length for rear tractor3, 3.5, 4, 5.5, 6, 7, 8.5, 11,70/6, 12, 14, 17 inches High speed draftOn OffPrint directionSoftwareInterface

On pages 2-11, and 2-12, replace the original illustrations asfollows:1.Please replace the illustration on page 2-11 of your User'sGuide with the

Page length for front and rear tractorFor paper fed through the front or rear tractor, you can set thepage length to one of the following: 3, 3.5, 4,

Input bufferThe input buffer stores data sent from your computer. The inputbuffer can store up to 64KB of data, so you can free your computerfor other

Auto carriage returnWhen the auto carriage return feature is on, each line feed (LF)code or ESC J (n/216-inch line feed) code is accompanied by acarri

Micro AdjustThe micro adjust feature allows you to move paper forward orbackward in l/216-inch increments. You can use this feature toadjust the loadi

4.Press the Load/Eject button to move the loading positiondown on the page, or press the LF/FF button to move theloading position up on the

5.Press the Pause button or send data to the printer to leave themicro adjust mode.Note:For both cut sheet and continuous paper, the printer remembers

Using auto tear-off modeWhen you select the auto tear-off mode default setting, the printeradvances continuous paper to the tear-off position when you

Using the Tear Off/Bin buttonWhether or not the printer is in auto tear-off mode, you can usethe Tear Off/Bin button to advance continuous paper to th

Barcode PrintingYour printer has powerful barcode printing capabilities andincludes the following resident barcode fonts: EAN-13, EAN-8,Interleaved 2

Chapter 4Using Printer OptionsCut-Sheet Feeders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2Installing the high capacity cut-sheet feed

On page 5-3, add the information below.When replacing the ribbon cartridge or ribbon pack, you canuse the cartridge and pack listed below, in addition

This chapter describes how to use optional equipment with yourprinter, including cut-sheet feeders, a pull tractor, a roll paperholder, and interface

3.If the standard tractor is installed in the pull tractor position,remove it. If the optional pull tractor is installed, remove it. Ineither case, ma

loading paper with the high capacity cut-sheet feederLoad paper using the high capacity cut-sheet feeder as follows:1.Turn off the printer.2.Push down

4. Fan a stack of paper (up to 150 sheets); then tap the side andbottom of the stack on a flat surface to even it up.Caution:Do not use labels in the

Assembling the double bin cut-sheet feederYou can connect the high capacity cut-sheet feeder to the secondbin cut-sheet feeder to create a double bin

Switching to the cut-sheet feeder1.If any printed continuous paper remains in the printer, press theTear Off/Bin button to advance the paper to the te

Pull TractorThe optional pull tractor (C80032*) provides optimum continuouspaper handling. (The asterisk (*) is a substitute for the last digit ofthe

7.Fit the paper to the pull tractor’s sprocket.8.Move the paper release lever to the pull tractor position and usemicro adjust, described in Chapter 3

2.Position the roll paper holder beneath the printer as shownbelow. Fit the two holes in the base onto the two positioningpegs on the bottom of the pr

5.6.7.Bring the leading edge of the paper up over the rear push tractorand insert it into the printer path until you feel resistance.Note:Use the rear