Epson EPI-4000 User Manual

Appendix BModes and CommandsB-1Available Printer Modes...B-2Setting the Printer Mode With SelecType...B-2Printer Driv

Loading Paper4.Make sure the paper release lever is up, as shown below.5.Remove the paper tray cover.3-6Paper Handling

Loading Paper6.Press in the tab on the paper-end clip and move the clip towardyou until it rests against the end of the paper tray, as shownbelow.7.If

Loading Paper8.Check if the left paper guide is in place on the left side of thepaper tray. If the paper guide is not in place, move it until itclicks

Loading Paper10. Move the paper support so it is centered between the paperguides.11. Take a stack of paper or envelopes, fan it, and then tap the edg

Loading Paper12. If you are loading single sheets, insert the stack between thepaper guides with the side that provides the best printingquality facin

Loading PaperThe top of the paper or envelope stack mustbe below the maximum height mark on the left paperguide shown below or a paper jam may result.

Loading PaperNote: You can load letter or A4 size paper in landscape position(with the longer edge of the paper entering the printer first), asshown b

Loading Paper14. If you are loading single sheets, press in the tab on the paper-end clip and move the clip so that it rests lightly against thepaper

Loading Paper15. Replace the paper tray cover.16. Open the paper feeder cover. If you are loading single sheets,move the envelope lever to the single-

Loading PaperCAUTION: If the envelope lever is in the envelopeposition when you are using single sheets, the printerdoes not load paper or print prope

IntroductionThe Epson® EPI-4000 combines high performance and reliabilitywith a wide range of features. The EPI-4000 uses ink jet technologyfor fast,

Loading PaperLoading Paper ManuallyUsing the manual loading feature, you can load one sheet of paperor one envelope at a time. This allows you to temp

Loading Paper4.If you want to print a single sheet, make sure the envelope leveris in the single-sheet position, as shown below. To print anenvelope,

Loading Paper6.Make sure the paper release lever is up, as shown below.7.To print a single sheet, place the sheet of paper on the paper traycover with

Loading PaperTo print an envelope, place it inside the paper feeder with theenvelope opening entering the printer first and the front of theenvelope f

Loading Paper9.To print a single sheet, insert it into the manual feeding slotusing enough pressure so that the page bows slightly in themiddle, until

Loading Paper10.Press ON LINE to set the printer on line. You can now print thepage or envelope.Note: When you use the manual loading feature for seve

Chapter 4OptionsUsing Font Cards...4-2Compatible Font Cards...

Using Font CardsFont cards allow you to use many different styles of type in additionto the internal fonts resident in your printer. The EPI-4000 has

Using Font Cardsl Keep font cards in their slip cases and blue anti-static bags whenyou are not using them.l Do not store cards in direct sunlight or

Using Font Cards2.Hold the card so that the Epson logo faces up and the arrowpoints toward the slot you want to use.3.Make sure the card is level and

Introductionl The ability to print up to two letter size pages or one ledger sizepage of text per minute.l Two built-in interfaces: Centronics® parall

Using Font CardsNow that you have inserted a font card, you can select the fonts youwant to print using your application program or SelecType.Selectin

Using Font CardsWhen the printer is in HP emulation mode, you use the SelecTypefont source menu to specify the source of the font, whether the fontis

Using Font CardsCAUTION: A new setting takes effect only after you pressSET to save it, so always be sure to press SET after youchange a setting.Next

Using Font Curds2.To remove the font card, grasp the card at the center and gentlypull it straight out of the slot, as shown below.Recovering From a C

Using Font Cards5.To reinsert the font card, see the section on inserting a font cardearlier in this chapter.When removing a font cardIf a card error

Using a Memory BoardIf you often print complex pages with graphics and downloadedfonts, you may want to increase the amount of random accessmemory (RA

Using a Memory Board2.Remove the paper tray cover and remove the paper in the papertray. Then remove the paper support between the two paperguides by

Using a Memory Board5.Pull out the extension tray to its full length, as shown below.6.Use a cross-head screwdriver to remove the single screw in them

Using a Memory Board7.The option board cover is part of the paper tray. Lift up theoption board cover and slide it out from underneath the paperguides

Using a Memory Board9.Secure the memory board with the three screws that come withthe memory board, as shown below.10. Move the paper guides to the ri

IntroductionCoax and Twinax interface boardsThese two interfaces let you use the EPI-4000 as a local systemprinter for an IBM® mainframe or minicomput

Using a Memory Board11. Slide the extension tray back into place. Then move the leftpaper guide left until it clicks into place. Replace the papersupp

Using Interface BoardsEpson offers several optional interfaces you can use to supplementyour printer’s built-in parallel and serial interfaces. The ta

Using interface BoardsCoax and Twinax interfaces are also available from Epson dealers.These interfaces allow connectivity to mainframes andminicomput

Using Interface Boards2.Turn the printer around so that the back faces you. Thendisconnect all interface cables from the back of the printer.3.Use a c

Using Interface Boards4.Grasp the clips on the parallel interface and pull the interfacetray straight out of the printer, as shown below.5.Press in th

Using Interface Boards6.Carefully insert the connector pins on the bottom of the optionalinterface board into the mating connector on the built-ininte

Using Interface Boards8.Connect the frame ground (FG) wire with the FG retainingscrew. If it is not already attached, connect the other end of theFG w

Using Interface Boards11. Attach the proper interface cable to the computer and to theoptional interface connector. Then turn the printer around.CAUTI

Chapter 5Maintenance and TransportationCleaningthePrinter ...5-2CleaningthePrint Head...

Cleaning the PrinterTo keep your printer operating at its best, you should clean itthoroughly several times a year. Follow these steps to clean thepri

IntroductionAbout This ManualThis user’s manual provides fully illustrated, step-by-stepinstructions on setting up and operating your Epson EN-4000pri

4.5.Cleaning the PrinterIf the outer case or any of the flat covers are dirty or dusty, cleanthem with a soft, clean cloth dampened with water and a-m

Cleaning the Print HeadThe EPI-4000 offers a print head cleaning cycle to ensure that all theprint head’s ink nozzles deliver ink correctly. Whenever

Cleaning the Print HeadRunning the Cleaning CycleTo run the cleaning cycle, follow these steps:1.Make sure the printer is off line. If the ON LINE lig

Cleaning the Paper PathThe paper path normally does not require cleaning. Follow the stepsin this section to clean the paper path only after a paper j

Replacing the Ink CartridgeWhen the display reads IL, the ink low message, there is enough inkleft in the cartridge to print only about 20 letter size

Replacing the Ink Cartridge2.Open the ink cartridge compartment cover, as shown below.3.Remove the cartridge by pulling it straight out of the printer

Replacing the Ink CartridgeNote: The ink indicator lever at the end of the cartridge tells youwhether the ink cartridge is full or empty. The lever is

Replacing the Ink Cartridge5.Gently push the cartridge into the compartment until you feel itmeet the back of the compartment and hear it snap into pl

Transporting the PrinterIf you need to transport the printer some distance, carefully repackit in its original packing materials and box according to

Transporting the: Printer5.Remove the paper tray cover and then remove the paper in thepaper tray.6.Attach the protective bracket with the screw, as s

introductionConventions used in this manualWARNINGS must be followed carefully to avoid damageCAUTIONS should be followed carefully to ensure thatyour

Transporting the Printer7.Move the paper guides and the center support to theas they can go.left as far8.Open the paper feeder cover and replace the p

Transporting the Printer9.Open the ink cartridge compartment cover.10. Insert the protective sheet into the paper feeder sideways withthe edge of the

Transporting the Printer11. Turn the knob underneath the ink cartridge compartment covercounterclockwise until the protective sheet reaches the positi

Transporting the Printer13. Close the printer, paper feeder, and ink cartridge compartmentcovers.14.Remove the output tray by lifting it up and out of

Transporting the Printer15. Pull out the extension tray to its full length. Then pull theextension tray toward you and lift it up to remove it from th

Chapter 6TrobleshootingStatusandError Messages ...6-2The Messages...

Status and Error MessagesThe control panel gives you two types of information: statusmessages and error messages. Status messages appear on thedisplay

Status and Error Messagesbo Buffer overflowText or graphics data fill the printer’s buffer and the printer does nothave enough memory to store all the

Status and Error MessagesCAUTION: Do not open the printer cover while your print.If you do, the printer stop printing, goes off line, andsome part of

Status and Error MessagesH d Hexadecimal dump modeThis status menu appears when the printer is set to hexadecimaldata dump mode. See Data Dump Mode la

IntroductionInk Jet Printer PrecautionsThe EPI-4000 uses ink jet technology. Even if you are familiar withother types of printers, please read and obs

Status and Error MessagesL E Envelope lever errorThe envelope lever is in the envelope position and you are trying toprint a single sheet, or the enve

Status and Error MessagesP S Paper size errorThe SelecType paper size setting does not match the actual paperloaded in the printer. Press MANUAL FE

Problems and SolutionsThis section includes common problems you may encounter whileusing the printer and their likely solutions. Use the guide below t

Problems and SolutionsSelecType Problems.SelecType does not function as expected.Paper Handling.The printer does not feed single sheets properly..The

Power SupplyProblemSolutionPower is not beingsupplied to theprinter.The POWER light doesnot go on.When you turn thepower on, the printeremits an unusu

Paper Feeding ProblemsNote: If you are using the optional push tractor and cannot find asuitable correction in this section, see the manual included w

Paper Feeding ProblemsProblemSolutionThe printer feeds thepaper but does notprint (continued).The display reads PS(continued).The display reads PJ.The

Clearing a Paper JamWhen the printer does not feed paper into the printer or causes it tojam in the paper path, follow these steps to remove the jamme

Clearing a Paper JamNote: If you cannot remove the jammed paper by turning theknob, you must remove it from the top of the printer. Close theink cartr

Clearing a Paper JamNote: Sometimes ink can smear on the platen during a paper jam.As a result, the backs next few pages may be soiled.If this happen

Introductionl If you must turn the printer off in the midst of printing, firstpress ON LINE to set the printer off line, wait three seconds, andthen t

Clearing a Paper Jam2. Open the printer cover.3.Remove the jammed paper from the top of the printer.6-16Troubleshooting

Clearing a Paper Jam4.5.--WARNING:l Do not use force to pull out jammed paper; you couldcause serious damage to the printer. If you cannotremove jamme

Test PrintProblem SolutionThe self test orstatus sheet does notprint.The printer does notIf the display reads PE, make sure youfeed paper at all.have

Printing ProblemsProblemThe printer does notprint or stopsprinting.The ON LINE light ison but the printerdoesn’t print anything.SolutionThe interface

Printing ProblemsProblemSolutionThe printer does notprint or stopsprinting (continued).The ON LINE light is off.Print is faint oruneven.Dots are missi

Printing ProblemsProblemSolutionPrint is faint oruneven (continued).Printing on envelopesis either faint or toodark.The characters areblurred.The enve

Printing ProblemsProblem SolutionThe printout is notwhat you expected.The printer does notproduce the font youselected with yoursoftware.The printer p

Printing ProblemsProblemSolutionThe printout is notwhat you expected(continued).The printer prints aseries of strangecharacters (continued).The printe

Printing ProblemsProblemSolutionThe printout is notwhat you expected(continued).All of the output isgarbled or printed asasterisks (continued).Charac

Printing ProblemsProblem SolutionThe position of theprintout is not whatyou expected.The printed page lengthdiffers from the actuallength of the paper

Chapter 1Setting Up the PrinterChoosing a Place for the Printer ...1-2UnpackingthePrinter.. ...

Problems With GraphicsProblemSolutionThe printer does notprint screengraphics.After you change theprinter mode, youcannot print graphics.You cannot pr

Problems With GraphicsProblem SolutionThe printer does notprint screengraphics.The message bFappears and the printerdoes not print graphics.The printe

SelecType ProblemsProblem SolutionSelecType does notfunction asexpected.The printer ignoressettings made withSelecType.Desired SelecTypesettings do no

SelecType ProblemsProblemSolutionSelecType does notfunction as expected(continued).After changing printermodes, you find thatyour previousSelecType se

Paper HandlingProblemSolutionThe printer does notfeed paper properly.The printer does notfeed paper at all.Paper may not be loaded or may beloaded inc

Paper HandlingProblem SolutionThe printer does notfeed paper properly(continued).The ON LINE light isoff.The printer feedsthe paper crookedlyor causes

Paper HandlingProblemSolutionThe printer feedsthe paper crookedlyor causes the paperto jam (continued).The printer feeds twoor more sheets at thesame

Paper HandlingProblemSolutionThe printer prints apage and then stops(continued).The display reads PS(continued).The paper size currently set in SelecT

Paper HandlingProblem SolutionThe printer prints apage and then stops(continued).The display reads PS(continued).You t y to insert asingle sheet manua

OptionsProblemSolutionWhen you use anoptional font card,the printer does notoperate as expected.The desired font cannotbe selected.You cannot select f

Choosing a Place for the PrinterThere are several important things to consider when selecting aplace to set up your printer. Keep the following in min

OptionsProblemSolutionWhen you use anoptional interface,the printer does notoperate as expected.The printout is garbledor the printer does notprint.Th

OptionsProblemSolutionAfter you install anoptional memoryboard, the printerdoes not function asexpected.The printer does notprint.Complex pages stillc

Data Dump ModeData dump mode is a special feature that makes it easy forexperienced users to identify the cause of communications problemsbetween the

Data Dump Mode3.Run any program that causes the printer to print (either anapplication program or one in any programming language). Theprinter prints

Data Dump ModeThe chart below interprets the first eight codes of the sampleprintout.Hex codes Command1B40ESC @1B5200 ESCR01B7401 ESCt1FunctionInitial

Chapter 7Technical SpecificationsPrinter Specifications ...7-2Printing...

Printer SpecificationsPrintingPrinting method:Resolution:Printing speed:On demand ink jet64 nozzles (16 x 4 staggered)300 dpi (horizontal, vertical)Th

Printer SpecificationsLQ and FXemulation mode:Courier (10 cpi)Upright/italic*Medium/BoldP/LLine printer (16.66 cpi)Upright/Italic*Medium/Bold*P/L Pres

Printer SpecificationsPaper feed direction:Single sheetsLetter, A4 sizesAll other sizesEnvelopesPortrait, landscapePortraitLandscapePaper feed speed:P

Printer SpecificationsPaperSingle sheetsQuality:Width:Length:Thickness:Weight:Sizes:EnvelopesQuality:Width:Plain, bondThe EPI-4000 cannot print on mul

Choosing a Place for the PrinterPlace the printer on a. flat, hard, stable surface. A soft surface,such as a carpeted area, blocks the ventilation slo

Printer SpecificationsLength:Thickness:Weight:3.6 inches to 4.3 inches (92mm to 110mm)You can set the following three envelopesizes using SelecType:No

Printer SpecificationsPaper feeddirection:Landscape onlyWhen you load envelopes, move theenvelope lever to the envelope position.Insert envelopes face

Printable AreaThe printable area depends on the printer mode. This section showsthe printable and print assured area for single sheets and envelopesan

Printer SpecificationsNote: The total length of the single sheet can be from 7.2 to 17inches (182 to 431.8mm). The total width of the sheet can be fro

Printer SpecificationsPrintable area in HP emulation mode7-10Technical Specifications

Printer SpecificationsPrintable area in HP emulation modePaper sizeIxrtybLetter75 240075 30 318090 Legal75 240075 30 408090 Executive75 202575 30 3030

Printer SpecificationsPrintable area in LQ and FX emulation modePaper feeding directionPortraitPaper feeding directionLandscape7-12Technical Specifica

Printer SpecificationsPrintable area in LQ and FX emulation modePaper sizeIxrtLetter7524007545Legal 752400 75 45202575453150754531507545b105105105 10

Printer SpecificationsInkType:Color:Ink capacity:Approximately 3.72 fluid ounces (110ml)Ink cartridgeprint capacity:Exclusive ink cartridge #SO20003Bl

Printer SpecificationsCartridgc weight:8.75 ounces (250 g)Cartridge dimensions:4.2 inches (W) x 6.3 inches (D) x1.3 inches (H)106mm (W) x 157mm (D) x

Unpacking the PrinterCarefully unpack the main carton. At the top of the carton you’llfind an accessory box containing several printer components. Und

Printer SpecificationsWeight:Noise:Reliability:Approximately 39.6 lbs. (18 kg.)50 dBAMCBF (Mean Cycles Between Failure):5 million lines (excluding pri

Printer SpecificationsController HardwareCPU:RAM:ROM:Host interface:IC card:Internalsoftware modes:68000, 10 MHzStandard: 512KBOptional: 2MB memory bo

Printer SpecificationsEnvironmentTemperature:Operating:50° F to 95° F (10° C to 35° C)Storage:-4° F to 104° F (-20° C to 40° C)In shippingcontainer:-2

Interface SpecificationsYour printer comes with both a parallel and a serial interface.Parallel InterfaceThe built-in parallel interface has the follo

Pin assignments for the parallel interfaceThe following table provides the parallel interface connector pinassignments and describes the interface sig

Interface SpecificationsSignal Returnpin pin SignalDirection Description14 -AUTOINIf this signal is LOW when the printer isFEEDinitialized, a line fee

Interface SpecificationsNote:l All interface conditions are based on the TTL level. Thetransition time (rising and falling time) of each signal mustbe

Interface SpecificationsSerial InterfaceThe built-in serial interface is an asynchronous RS-232C interface. Ithas the following characteristics:Synchr

Interface SpecificationsAvailable Bytes inInput BufferPrinter StatusSignalDecreases to 256 bytesCannot receive input data Sends X-OFF codeor set DTR t

Interface SpecificationsPin assignments for the serial interfacePinSignal Direction Description1Chassis GND -Thisis connected to the printer chassis.2

Unpacking the Printer1.Remove the printer from the large carton and set it on a flat,stable surface. You may need someone to help you lift it.2.Remove

InitializationThe table below describes how the printer can be initialized(returned to a fixed set of conditions).Initialization typeOccurs whenHardwa

InitializationDefault Settings in HP Emulation ModeCopy count11Page lengthPortrait66 lines SelecType settingLandscape51 lines SelecType settingVMI8/48

InitializationItemFonts (both primaryand secondary)Symbol setSpacingPitchHeightStyleStrokeweightTypefaceUnderlineFont IDCharacter codeRaster graphicre

InitializationDefault Settings in LQ and FX Emulation ModeItem Factory Reset ResetPaper sizePrinting directionLetterPortraitSelecType settingSelecTy

Appendix AResident Fonts and Symbol SetsHP Emulation Mode ...A-2Resident Fonts ...

HP Emulation ModeThis section describes the resident fonts and symbol sets available inHP emulation mode.Note: The EPI-4000’s default (factory) settin

HP Emulation ModeTo select a resident font, you can use your application program asdescribed in the section on selecting a font with your applicationp

HP Emulation ModeHP Roman-8 (Symbol Set ID # 8U)A-4

HP Emulation ModeHP Roman-8 Extension (Symbol Set ID # 0E)A-5

HP Emulation ModeHP IBM-US (Symbol Set ID # 10U)A-6

Unpacking the PrinterRemoving the Protective MaterialsThe EN-4000 is protected during shipping by a screw, a lockingbracket, a protective sheet, and w

HP Emulation ModeHP IBM-Denmark/Norway (Symbol Set ID # 11U)A-7

HP Emulation ModeISO ANSI ASCII (Symbol Set ID # 0U)A-8

HP Emulation ModeISO ANSI International ISO SetsNameIDANSI ASCII0UNorwegl0DFrench0FHP German0GItalian0IJIS ASCII0KSwedis20SNorweg21DUK1EFrench21FGerma

HP Emulation ModeECMA-94 Latin 1 (Symbol Set ID # ON)A-10

HP Emulation ModeHP Legal (Symbol Set ID # 1U)A-11

LQ and FX Emulation ModeThis section describes the resident fonts and character sets availablein LQ and FX emulation mode.Note: The EPI-4000’s default

LQ and FX Emulation ModeNote: The font samples in the table show only portrait orientationsince the character itself is the same in portrait or lands

LQ and FX Emulation ModeEpson Italic Character TableNote: You do not need to select the italic character table toitalics. You can print italics when t

LQ and FX Emulation ModeEpson Extended Graphics Character TableA-15

LQ and FX Emulation ModeEpSon International Character SetsNote: In LQ mode, the Korean and legal internationalsets are not available.xcharacterA-16

Unpacking the Printer3. Remove the locking bracket.4.Lift the paper feeder cover and remove the white packingmaterial from the center of the paper tra

Converting Hexadecimal Numbers to DecimalsIf you prefer to use decimal instead of hexadecimal numbers, youcan convert hexadecimal to decimal numbers u

Appendix BModes and CommandsAvailable Printer Modes...B-2Setting the Printer Mode With

Available Printer ModesYour EPI-4000 printer comes with the following resident printermodes:•HP LaserJet series II• Epson LQ-2500• Epson FX-850/1050Th

Available Printer ModesThe EPI-4000 is factory set to LaserJet series II emulation mode andthis factory setting gives you the fullest range of feature

HP EmulationYour EPI-4000 printer offers HP emulation so you can use most:commercial software designed for the HP LaserJet series II printer.Simply fo

Command Summary for HP EmulationThis section lists the printer commands supported in HP emulation.For more information on printer commands, see the He

Command Summary for HP EmulationJob Control CommandsFunctionControl CodesPrinter CommandBackspaceLine FeedForm FeedCarriage ReturnShift OutShift InEsc

Command Summary for HP EmulationFunctionPage Length and SizePaper sizeExecutiveLetterLegalLedger (B)A4A3Page length# = Number of lines.Printer Command

Command Summary for HP Emulation FunctionPrinter Command Vertical Line SpacingVertical motion index# = Number of 1/48-inch incrementsLines per inch1 l

Command Summa y for HP EmulationCursor PositioningFunctionVertical and HorizontalPrinter CommandVerticalVertical (lines)# = Number of rows.ESC&a#R

Unpacking the Printer5.Move both paper guides to the right; then remove the packingmaterial as shown below.6.Open the ink cartridge compartment cover.

Command Summary for HP EmulationFont SelectionFunctionPrinter CommandSymbol Set SelectionPrimary symbol setsLine drawISO ASCIIRoman-8Roman ExtensionIS

Command Summary for HP EmulationFunctionPrinter CommandSymbol Set Selection (continued)Primary symbol sets (continued)Greek-8Mat h-8IBM-USIBM-D/NPi fo

Command Summa y for HP EmulationFunctionPrinter CommandSymbol Set Selection (continued)Secondary symbol sets (continued)ISO Sweden 2ISO PortugalISO Po

Command Summa y for HP EmulationFunctionPrinter CommandPoint SizePrimary point size7 Pt.8 Pt.8.5 Pt.10 Pt.12 Pt.14.4 Pt.Secondary point size7 Pt.8 Pt.

Command Summa y for HP EmulationFunction Printer CommandStroke WeightPrimary stroke weightLight (-3)Medium (0)Bold (3)Secondary stroke weightLight (-3

Command Summa y for HP EmulationFunctionPrinter CommandTypeface (continued)Secondary typefaceLine printerPicaEliteCourierHelveticaTimes RomanLetter Go

Command Summa y for HP EmulationFont ManagementFunctionFont ManagementSpecify font ID# = Font ID number.Font and character controlDelete all fontsDele

Command Summa y for HP EmulationGraphicsFunctionRaster GraphicsResolution75 dots per inch100 dots per inch150 dots per inch300 dots per inchStart grap

Command Summa y for HP EmulationGraphics (continued)FunctionPrinter CommandRectangular Area FillFill rectangle areaSolid RuleGray scale fillPatterned

Command Summary for HP EmulationMacrosFunctionPrinter CommandMacro ID and ControlMacro IDESC&f#Y# = Macro ID number.Macro controlStart macroStop m

Unpacking the Printer7.Turn the knob counter-clockwise until the printer ejects theprotective sheet through the back of the printer.8.Close the ink ca

Command Summary for LQ/FX EmulationThis summary contains all the commands used by the printer in LQor FX emulation mode. Command parameters are indica

Command Summary for LQ/FX EmulationThe following commands are available in FX mode but not in LQmode:ESC17/72-inch line feedESC^ select 9-pin graphics

Command Summary for LQ/FX EmulationESC wThis command produces double-height characters, but differsoperationally in the following ways:LQ mode-If you

Command Summary for LQ/FX EmulationDELThe EPI-4000 handles the DEL command as a BS command. Printportion return is the same as for an LQ or FX printer

Command Summary for LQ/FX EmulationPrinter OperationASCIIDec. Hex.ESC @ 6440DC1 1711DC31913DEL127 7FESC603CESC U 0/1 85 55ESC EM25 19ES

Command Summa y for LQ/FX EmulationVertical MotionASCIIDec.Hex.DescriptionFF 12ESC Cn670C43ESC C0n6743ESC N n78 4EESC OLFESC 0ESC 2ESC + nESC3 nESC An

Command Summary for LQ/FX EmulationHorizontal MotionASCIIDec. Hex.DescriptionESC I n108 6C Set Left Marginn = left margin columnESCQ n 81 51Set Right

Command Summa y for LQ/FX EmulationOverall Printing StyleASCIIDec. Hex.ESC x n120 78DescriptionSelect Letter Quality or Draft0: Draft1: Letter Quality

Command Summary for LQ/FX EmulationPrint Size and Character WidthASCIIDec.Hex.ESC P8050ESC M77 4DESC g103 67ESC p112 70SI15OFESC SI15OFDC218 12so14 0E

Command Summa y for LQ/FX EmulationWord ProcessingASCIIDec. Hex.DescriptionESC a9761ESC SP32 20Select JustificationSet Intercharacter SpaceCharacter T

Unpacking the PrinterChecking the PartsAs you unpack your printer, check that you have all the partsshown below, and that none have been damaged durin

Command Summa y for LQ/FX EmulationUser-defined CharactersASCIIDec.Hex.DescriptionESC &3826Define User-defined CharactersESC:000 58 3ACopy ROM to

Command Summa y for LQ/FX EmulationGraphics (con't)ASCIIDec.Hex.DescriptionESC * m n1 n2 42 2AOptionSingle-densityDouble-densityHigh-speed double

GlossaryNote that these definitions apply specifically to printers.application programA software program that helps you carry out a particular task, s

boldA print enhancement that produces darker than normal charactersand is typically used to add emphasis to a document. Bold is alsooffered as a font

defaultA value or setting that takes effect when the equipment is turned on,reset, or initialized.dot graphicsSee bit image graphics.downloadA way of

ESC/PAbbreviation for Epson Standard Code for Printers. This system ofprinter commands lets you perform software control of your printerfrom your comp

IC cardsOptional cards that can be plugged into either of the two slots on theprinter.initializationReturns the printer to its defaults (fixed set of

memoryThe part of the printer’s electronic system that is used to storeinformation. Some information is fixed and is used to control howthe printer op

optionIn the SelecType mode, you can change the sixteen menus for yourprinter, and each of those menus has parameters. For example, inthe interface me

print qualityYour printer has two types of print quality: draft and Letter Quality(LQ). Draft is for high-speed, draft quality jobs; LQ is used toprod

Unpacking the PrinterCarrying the PrinterEPI-4000 printer design differs from that of other printers. Whenyou need to carry the printer, follow these

styleRefers to whether or not a character is slanted. The two styles areupright and italic.symbol setA collection of symbols (letters, numbers, and sp

IndexPrinter commands are not indexed here. To locate a specificcommand, see Appendix B. For status or error messages on thedisplay, see Chapter 6.AAc

Control panel, 2-2-5Envelope guide, 3-19, 5-15buttons, 2-4-5Envelope lever, 3-5, 3-14, 3-17display, 2-2Envelopeslights, 2-3choosing, 3-2-3Controller h

Fonts, 4-2resident, 2-11—12,2-24HP emulation mode, 2-12,A-2-3, 7-2LQ and FX emulationmode, 2-24, A-12—13,7-3samples, 2-12, 2-24, A-2, A-12selectingres

Interface, choosing, 1-43Interface menu, 2-20, 4-22Interfaces, built-in, 4-16, 4-22parallel interface, 7-19-22serial interface, 7-23-25Interfaces, opt

OON LINE button, 2-4ON LINE light, 2-3Option board cover, 4-13-14Optionssee Interface boardssee Font cardsee Memory boardsee Push tractorOrientation,

Printer commands, B-4-19,B-20-31Printer drivers, 1-49—50,B-2-3Printer mode menu, 2-19, 4-2,A-12Print head, Intro-6, Intro-7, 1-18cleaning, 5-4-5Print

Symbol sets, 2-13, 2-26, A-3-11ID numbers, A-3selecting, 2-13, 2-26, A-3tables, A-4—11TTechnical specifications,see SpecificationsTemperatureink, 7-14

HP LaserJet II Emulation Mode Menus and Options

Unpacking the Printer2. Remove the output tray.3.Grasp the printer as shown below. You may need someone tohelp you lift it.1-12Setting Up the Printer

LQ and FX Emulation Mode Menus and Options

Changing SelecType Settings1.Press ON LINE to set the printer off line.2.Press SelecType to enter SelecType mode.3.Press MENU to choose the menu.4.Pre

FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT FOR AMERICAN USERSThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digitaldevice, pursuant to

CAUTION: Never pick up the printer by grasping theparts indicated in the illustration below. Because they’renot designed to bear the weight of the pri

Assembling the PrinterThe next step is to install a few important parts.Attaching the Printer Cover1.Insert the mounting pins on the printer cover int

Assembling the PrinterInstalling the Extension TrayYou can pull out the extension tray as needed to hold paper that islonger than the paper tray.1.Hol

Assembling the PrinterInstalling the Output TrayThe output tray receives printed pages and envelopes.1.Hold the output tray as shown below.2.Insert th

Assembling the PrinterInstalling the Paper Support1.Place the paper support on the metal ledge between the twopaper guides, and lower the end of the s

Assembling the PrinterFollow the steps below to install the ink cartridge:1.Open the ink cartridge compartment cover, as shown.WARNING: Never install

Assembling the Printer2.Hold the cartridge with your thumb over the raised triangle atone end. Insert the end opposite the triangle into the inkcompar

Assembling the Printer4.Close the ink compartment cover.Note: Each ink cartridge contains enough ink to print up to 1000average letter size pages. Pag

Assembling the PrinterPlugging in the PrinterNow that your printer is fully assembled, follow the steps below toconnect it to an electrical outlet.1.M

Your Printer’s ComponentsThe EPI-4000 printer is designed to make all the features easy to use.This section introduces the parts of the EPI-4000 so th

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS1.Read all of these instructions and save them for later reference.2.Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the p

Your Printer’s ComponentsThe paper fray holds stacks of paper and feeds them automaticallythrough the printer.The paper tray cover protects your paper

Your Printer's ComponentsBack ViewThe illustration below shows the printer from the back with thepaper cover off.Inside the paper tray, you see t

Your Printer’s ComponentsYou connect your printer to your computer by connecting a cable toone of the two interface connectors at the center rear of y

Your Printer’s ComponentsOn the left side of the printer just below the paper tray, you see twofont card slots used to insert optional font cards. See

Charging the Ink Feeding SystemYou need to charge the ink feeding system only once, the first timeyou set up your printer. You do not need to repeat t

Charging the Ink Feeding System2.Hold down the RESET button while you turn on the printer.During charging, the display reads IC and then the ink charg

Loading Paper to Print a Self TestNow that you’ve assembled, set up, and plugged in your printer,you’re probably anxious to see it print. Follow the i

Loading Paper to Print a Self Test2. Press MANUAL FEED. The MANUAL FEED light goes on.1-30Setting Up the Printer

3.Open the paper feeder cover.Setting Up the Printer1-31

Loading Paper to Print a Self Test4.Move the envelope lever to the single-sheet position.5.Close the paper feeder cover.1-32Setting Up the Printer

10. If an extension cord is used with this product, make sure that thetotal of the ampere ratings on the products plugged into theextension cord do no

Loading Paper to Print a Self Test6.Move the paper release lever to the single-sheet position.7.Open the paper tray cover. Squeeze the tab on the pape

Loading Paper to Print a Self Test8.9.Move the left paper guide until it clicks into place at the left sideof the paper tray.Move the right paper guid

Loading Paper to Print a Self Test10. Move the paper support so it is centered between the paperguides.11. Take a stack of letter size paper, fan it,

Loading Paper to Print a Self Test12. Insert the stack of paper between the left and right paper guides.Press down a little on the edge of the paper t

Loading Paper to Print a Self TestCAUTION: Be sure to set the paper-end clip lightlyagainst the end of the paper to avoid paper feeding14. Put the cov

Printing the Self TestOnce you have loaded letter size paper, follow the instructionsbelow to print the self test.1.Press ON LINE to set the printer o

Printing the Self Test4.Press or to change the right digit to 1. Your display shouldread 81.5.Press SET. The display reads Co.Setting Up the Pr

Printing the Self Test6.Close the printer cover. The display reads PE.want to print. If you press the SET button when the printercover is open, the pr

Printing the Self Test7.Press MANUAL FEED. The MANUAL FEED light goes off.8.Press ON LINE. The display reads SP and your printer begins theself test.T

Printing the Self TestIf the Self Test Doesn’t PrintThe most likely cause of a failed test is either a problem with theprint head or a mistake in the

ContentsIntroduction1Features ...1Options and Supplies ...2About This Manual ...

Connecting the Printer to Your ComputerYour EPI-4000 has two separate interface connections: a parallelinterface and an RS-232C compatible serial inte

Connecting the Printer to Your ComputerConnecting the Parallel InterfaceTo use the printer’s standard parallel interface, connect a shieldedparallel i

Connecting the Printer to Your Computer3. Squeeze the wire clips together until they lock side of the connector.Note: If your cable has a ground wire,

Connecting the Printer to Your Computer4.Plug the other end of the cable into the computer. If there is aground wire at the computer end of the cable,

Connecting the Printer to Your Computer3.Use a screwdriver to secure the cable by tightening the screw oneach side of the connector.Setting Up the Pri

Connecting the Printer to Your ComputerNote:••If the screws that come with the cable do not fit into thescrew locks of the printer’s interface connect

Using Your Printer with SoftwareNow that you’ve set up the EPI-4000 printer and are more familiarwith its operation, start using it with your applicat

Using Your Printer with SoftwareIf none of the printers listed above are available from your program,use the Epson LQ or FX mode. If you use LQ or FX

Chapter 2Using the PrinterTheControlPanel...2-2The Display...

The Control PanelThe EPI-4000 control panel consists of three elements: a lightemitting diode (LED) display, indicator lights, and buttons. Thelights

Connecting the Serial Interface...1-46Using Your Printer with Software...1-49Selecting the Best Printer Mode...

The Control PanelIndicator LightsPOWEROn when the printer is turned on andpower is supplied.READYOn when the printer is ready to acceptdata. This ligh

The Control PanelButtonsMost of the buttons have more than one name and. function,depending on whether the printer cover is open or closed and whatmod

The Control PanelMANUAL FEEDOrdinarily, this light is off and paper feedsautomatically from the paper tray. Whenyou want to feed paper manually, set t

SelecType OverviewThe SelecType feature gives you a simple means to control yourprinter. When you lift the printer cover and use the SelecType panel,y

SelecType OverviewSelecTypePress this button to enter or exit SelecType.If SelecType mode is active, the SelecType light is on.MENU When the SelecType

SelecType OverviewUsing SelecTypeFollow these steps to use SelecType:1.Press ON LINE to set the printer off line and lift the printer cover.2.Press Se

SelecType Menus and OptionsHP Emulation Mode MenusMenu 0: Paper SizeBecause the EPI-4000 prints on a wide variety of paper sizes, thepaper size menu

SelecType Menus and OptionsOptionSetting012345678Letter size (8 1/2 in. x 11 in.)Legal size (8 1/2 in. x 14 in.)Executive size (7 1/4 in. x 10 1/2 in.

SelecType Menus and OptionsThe illustration below shows printing in portrait and landscapeorientation.Portrait orientationLandscape orientationMenu 2:

SelecType Menus and OptionsMenu 3: Font NumberUse the options on this menu to choose the specific font you want touse. The options available on this m

Using a Memory Board... 4-10Installing a Memory Board...4-10Checking the Memory Board...

SelecType Menus and OptionsNote: When you use a font from an optional font card, select thefont number listed on the card. If you download two or more

SelecType Menus and OptionsMenu 5: Auto ContinueThe setting for the auto continue menu determines whether a pagecontinues to print after certain error

SelecType Menus and OptionsWhen auto continue is on:l If the auto continue menu is set to on, printing resumes onesecond after the PS error occurs. Wh

SelecType Menus and OptionsMenu 6: Automatic MarginsWhen this menu is on, the printer leaves a margin between the lastprintable line on one page and t

3.4.5.6.SelecType Menus and OptionsPress MENU to change the left digit of the display to 7. This is thelines per page menu.Press SET. The display flas

SelecType Menus and OptionsMenu 8: Status Sheet/Self TestUse this menu to print a status sheet or a self test. The self test is aone-page sample showi

SelecType Menus and OptionsMenu 9: Printer ModeThe printer mode menu has three options: HP LaserJet series IIemulation, Epson LQ-2500 emulation, and E

SelecType Menus and OptionsMenu b: InterfaceThis menu gives you two options for the interface setting: parallel orserial. The factory setting is b0: p

SelecType Menus and OptionsMenu d: Word lengthThis menu appears only if you set the RS-232C serial interfaceoption. You can select a word length for s

SelecType Menus and OptionsMenu F: X-on/ X-offThis menu appears only after you have set the RS-232C serialinterface option. See your computer manual a

Chapter 7 Technical Specifications7-1Printer Specifications...Printing...Resident Font

SelecType Menus and OptionsLQ/FX Emulation Mode MenusThe menus in this section are available only if your printer is set toLQ or FX emulation mode. Se

SelecType Menus and OptionsLQ/FX Menu 3: TypefaceThe typeface menu available when you use LQ or FX mode displaysthe options listed below. Other option

SelecType Menus and OptionsLQ/FX Menu 4: Extended GraphicsWhen you use LQ or FX mode, the factory setting for this menu is40: Epson Extended Graphics

SelecType Menus and OptionsMenu 5: Country (LQ/FX)The country menu supports 13 international character sets. Thefactory default setting is 50: USA and

SelecType Menus and OptionsLQ/FX Menu 6: Automatic MarginsIf your printer is set for LQ or FX emulation, this menu is valid onlywhen you are printing

Chapter 3Paper HandlingChoosing Paper. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Choosing PaperThe EPI-4000 is a plain paper printer designed to print on mostcommonly available types of single-sheet paper and envelopes. Thetype of

Choosing PaperTo test paper in the printer, load a single sheet from the package,run the self test as described in Chapter 1, and look at the results.

Loading PaperThe EPI-4000 can print on a wide range of paper and envelope sizes,including letter, legal, and ledger size paper, and #6, #10, and DLsiz

Loading Paper1.Press ON LINE to set the printer off line. The ON LINE light goesoff. Then press MANUAL FEED to lower the pressure bar in thepaper tray