EPSON® DFX-8000 User's Manual FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT FOR AMERICAN USERS This quipment has been tested and found to.&& with @te limits for a class B digital device. pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC &da. `Yhaee limits pe 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. w, .wtorodioc~ca&uu. However, there is no guarantee that &&e&e `- not~jttapar&&rin&l#&m.Ifthisquipment YtiP does cause harmful~@gf&+e,~.radid qr *ion *on, w&h .FM 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: . Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. . Increase the separation between the quipment and receiver. . Connect the quipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. . Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. WARNING The connection of a non-shielded printer interface cable to this printer will invalidate the FCC Certification of this device and may cause interfemnce levels which exceed the limits establiied by the FCC for this quipment. If this quipment has more than one interface connector, do not leave cables connected to unused interfaces. Seiko Epson Corporation shall not be liable against any damages or problems arisii from the use of any options or any consumable products other than those designated as Origmal Epson Products or Epson Approved Products by Seiko Epson Corporation. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form or by any means, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Epson America, Inc. No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contained herein. While every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this book, Epson America, Inc. assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions. Neither is any liability assumed for damages resultiq from the use of the information contained herein. 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 pr4sent appareil num6rique n&et pas de bruits radioflectriques depassant les limites applicables aux appareils nun&iques de Classe B prescrites darts le r4glement sur le brouillage radidlectrique' 6dicte par le Minis&e des Communications du Canada. Epson and Epson ESC/P are registered trademarks of Seiko Epson Corporation. IBM is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation. Graphics created with UniPaint by Unison World Inc. and Epson JD-Graph. Copyright 0 1989 by Epson America Inc. Torrance, California IlWORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1. Readall of these instructions and save them for later reference. 2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. 3. Unphrg this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. 4. Do not use this product near water. 5. Do not pbce this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The product may fall, causing serious damage to the product. 6. Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provid&d for ventilation; to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product .on-a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This$rdduct'should not be placed in a built-in instAlation unless proper ventilation is provided. 7. This product should be operated from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power available, consult your dealer or local power company. 8. This product is equipped with a &wire grounding-type plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pm. This plug will only fit into a grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the purpose of the grounding-type phrg. 9. Do not locate this product where the cord will be walked on. iii 10. If an extension cord'is used with`& product, make sure that the total of the ampere ratings on the products piugged into the extension cord does not exceed'the extension cord ampere rating. Also, make sure that the total .of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed 15 amperes. 11. Never puih objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a risk of fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product. 12. Except as specifically explained in the User's Manual, 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. 13. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: A. When the power cord or ~1% is damaged or frayed. B. If liquid has been spilled into the product. C. If the product has been exposed to rain or water. D. If the product.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 product to normal operation. E. If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged. F. If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service. iv Contents About This Manual Introduction Chapter 1 Setting Up the Printer 1 3 1-1 Unpacking the Printer ................................................ Choosing a Place for the Printer .................................. Assembling the Printer ............................................... Testing the Printer .................................................... Connecting the Printer to Your Computer ..................... Setting Up Your Application Software .......................... Chapter 2 Paper Handling 1-2 1-7 1-9 1-13 1-26 1-36 2-1 2-2 Using the Two-Tractor System .................................... Switching between Front and Rear Tractors ................... Changing the Paper ................................................... Printing on Special Paper ........................................... Chapter 3 Using the Printer 2-20 2-24 2-29 3-1 3-2 3-7 3-17 3-18 3-20 3-33 3-37 3-40 3-43 Operating the Control Panel ....................................... Setting the DIP Switches ............................................ Page Length ............................................................. Skip Over Perforation ............................................... Using the Paper Memory Feature ................................. Adjusting the Top of Form Position ............................. Adjusting the Printing Position .................................... Using Short Tear-Off ................................................. Selecting Typestyles ................................................... s Contents v Selecting an International Character Set ........................ 3-47 Choosing a Character Table ........................................ 3-49 Data Dump Mode ..................................................... 3-51 Chapter 4 Software and Graphics 4-1 Enhancing Your Printing ............................................ 4-2 Graphics ................................................................. 4-10 User-defined Characters .............................................. 4-22 Chapter 5 Using the Printer Options 5-1 Pull Tractor ............................................................. 5-2 Paper Cutter ............................................................ 5-19 Interface Boards ........................................................ 5-32 Chapter 6 Maintenance 6-1 Cleaning the Printer .................................................. 6-2 Replacing the Ribbon ................................................. 6-4 Transporting the Printer ............................................. 6-9 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting Problems and Solutions .............................................. Power Supply .......................................................... Printing ................................................................... Paper Handling ........................................................ Options ................................................................... Chapter 8 Technical Specifications 7-1 7-2 7-3 7-4 7-13 7-18 8-1 Printer Specifications ................................................. 8-2 Interface Specifications ............................................... 8-11 Initialization ............................................................. 8-17 vi Contents Chapter 9 Command Summary Using the Command Summary .................................... Commands in Numerical Order ................................... Epson ESC/P Commands Arranged by Topic ................. IBM Emulation Mode Commands Arranged by Topic.. .... Appendix 9-l 9-2 9-5 9-9 9-41 A-l Proportional Width Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-2 . Character Tables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-6 Glossary GL-1 IN-1 Index Contents vii About This Manual This user's manual provides fully-illustrated, step-by-step instructions for setting up and operating the Epson DFX-8000 printer. It also includes information that you will need for your daily use of the printer. Chapter 1 shows you how to unpack, set up, test, and connect the printer. Be sure to read and follow the instructions in this chapter first. Inside the back cover of this manual are illustrations that identify the parts of the printer. You may want to unfold the cover and refer to these illustrations as you set up and operate the printer. Chapters 2 and 3 describe loading paper and using the printer. This information is necessary for -the day-to-day operation of your printer. Chapter 4 provides, information on enhancing your printing, using software commands and graphics, and creating your own user-defined characters. Chapter 9 contains a summary of printer commands. Chapter 7 contains troubleshooting information. If the printer does not operate properly or the printed results are not what you expect, see Chapter 7 for a list of possible problems and recommended solutions . Other chapters contain information on printer options, general maintenance, and specifications. You will also find an appendix with reference tables, a glossary of printer terms, and an index. At the back of this manual is a handy Quick Reference card that lists DIP switch settings and printer commands. About This Manual 1 About This Manual Conventions used in this manual 61 WARNINGS must be followed carefully to avoid damage to your printer and computer. CAUTIONS must be followed to ensure that your printer operates correctly. Notes containimportant information and useful tips on the operation of your printer. Where to Get Help Customer support and service for Epson products are provided by a network of authorized Epson dealers and Customer Care Centers throughout the United States. Epson America provides product information and support to its dealem and Customer Care Centers. Therefore, we a& that you contact the business where you purchased your Epson product to request assistance. If the people there do not have the answer to your question, they can obtain it through our dealer support program. Epson is confident that this policy will provide you with the assistance you need. Call the Epson Consumer Information Center at 1-800-922-8911 for the following: l l l The location of the nearest Epson dealer The location of the nearest Customer Care Center Information on Epson User Groups. 2 About This Manual Introduction The Epson DFX-8000 printer is an advanced dot matrix printer designed for business applications. The printer combines high performance and reliability with a wide range of-f-es, including high speed printing and automatic paper handling. Features In addition to the high-quality printing and ease of operation you expect from Epson printers, the DFX ...