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Proof Sign-off: Sunflower -P Ref. Nishi _______ R Rev. c Grady _______ A5 size Inside front cover 01-09-96 DR, pass 0 Printer Parts paper guide edge guide paper path guide paper separator printer cover cover-1 paper lever front paper guide knob control panel paper thickness lever ribbon cartridge shield plate cover-2 paper tension parallel interface unit rear push tractor cover-3 front paper guide front edge guide
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Proof Sign-off: Sunflower-P Nishi _______ R Grady _______ Rev.c A5 size Front 01/09/96 pass 2 ® EPSON 24-Pin Dot Matrix Printer LQ-2070 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, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Seiko Epson Corporation. No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contained herein. N
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Sunflower-P L Rev.c A5 size Front 01/09/96 pass 2 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 caus
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Sunflower-P R Rev.c A5 size Front 01/09/96 pass 2 Declaration of Conformity According to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN 45014 Manufacturer: SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION Address: 3-5, Owa 3-chome, Suwa-shi, Nagano-ken 392 Japan Representative: EPSON EUROPE B.V. Address: Prof. J. H. Bavincklaan 5 1183 AT Amstelveen The Netherlands Declares that the Product: Product Name: Dot Matrix Printer Type Name: LQ-2070 Model: P911A Conforms to the following Directive(s) and Norm(s): Directive 89/336/EEC: EN 55022 Cla
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Sunflower-P L Rev.c A5 size Front 01/09/96 pass 2 Energy Star Compliance As an Energy Star Partner, EPSON has determined that this product meets the Energy Star guidelines for energy efficiency. The EPA estimates that if all desktop computers, printers, and other peripheral devices met Energy Star standards, energy cost savings would exceed $1 billion annually and carbon dioxide emissions would be reduced by 20 million tons. All of EPSON’s ink jet printers conform to Energy Star standards. Note
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Sunflower-P R Rev.c A5 size Front 01/09/96 pass 2 Where to Get Help If you purchased your printer in the United States or Canada, EPSON provides customer support and service through a network of Authorized EPSON Customer Care Centers. EPSON also provides the following services when you dial (800) 922-8911: ❏ Technical assistance with the installation, configuration, and operation of EPSON products ❏ Assistance in locating your nearest Authorized EPSON Reseller or Customer Care Center ❏ Customer
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Sunflower-P L Rev.c A5 size Front 01/09/96 pass 2 World Wide Web If you are connected to the Internet and have a Web Browser, you can access EPSON’s World Wide Web site at http://www. epson. com. EPSON’s home page links users to What’s New, EPSON Products, SM EPSON Connection , Corporate Info, and EPSON Contacts. Link to the EPSON Connection for the latest drivers and FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) and the EPSON Chat area. To get in touch with EPSON around the world, EPSON Contacts includes
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Sunflower-P R Rev.c A5 size Front 01/09/96 pass 2 For United Kingdom Users Use of options EPSON (UK) Limited shall not be liable against any damages or problems arising from the use of any options or consumable products other than those designated as Original EPSON Products or EPSON Approved Products by EPSON (UK) Limited. Safety information Warning: This appliance must be earthed. Refer to rating plate for voltage and check that the appliance voltage corresponds to the supply voltage. Importa
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Sunflower-P L Rev.c A5 size Front 01/09/96 pass 2 Important Safety Instructions Before using your printer, read the following safety instructions to use the printer safely: ❏ Turn off and unplug the printer before cleaning. Clean with a damp cloth only. Do not spill liquid on the printer. ❏ Do not place the printer on an unstable surface or near a radiator or heat register. ❏ Do not block or cover the openings in the printer’s cabinet. Do not insert objects through the slots. ❏ Use only the ty
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Sunflower-P R Rev.c A5 size Front 01/09/96 pass 2 Contents Introduction Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-2 How to Use This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-3 Warnings, Cautions, and Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-4 Chapter 1 Setting Up the Printer Choosing a Place for the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Sunflower-P L Rev.c A5 size Front 01/09/96 pass 2 Chapter 2 Paper Handling Setting the paper release lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2 Using Single Sheets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4 Loading single sheets with the paper guide . . . . . . . . . . 2-4 Loading single sheets from the front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7 Using Continuous Paper . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Sunflower-P R Rev.c A5 size Front 01/09/96 pass 2 Chapter 4 Using Printer Options Cut-Sheet Feeders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2 Installing the high capacity cut-sheet feeder . . . . . . . . . . 4-2 Loading paper with the high capacity cut-sheet feeder . . . . 4-4 Installing the double bin cut-sheet feeder . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6 Switching between continuous paper and the cut-sheet feeder 4-7 Selecting sing
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Sunflower-P L Rev.c A5 size Front 01/09/96 pass 2 Appendix Specifications, Command Summary, and Character Tables Printer Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-2 Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-2 Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-4 Paper alignment . . . . . . . . . . .
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Proof Sign-off: R Nishi _______ Sunflower-P Grady _______ Rev.c A5 size Introduction 01/09/96 pass 1 Introduction ® Your new EPSON 24-pin dot matrix printer offers high performance with a wide range of features in a compact design. You will find the same high-quality printing and ease of operation you have come to expect from EPSON printers, including: ❏ High speed draft mode printing of up to 300 characters per second (cps) at 10 characters per inch (cpi) ❏ Easy paper handling for both singl
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L Sunflower-P Rev.c A5 size Introduction 01/09/96 pass 1 Options The following options are available for your printer: ❏ Cut-sheet feeder (High capacity, C80673✽; Second bin, C80674✽), automatically feeds up to 150 sheets of paper or 25 envelopes (high capacity) without reloading. You can create a double bin cut-sheet feeder by combining the high capacity and second bin feeders. In this way you can preload up to 200 A4 or letter size sheets of paper, and you can use two different sizes. ❏ Pu
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R Sunflower-P Rev.c A5 size Introduction 01/09/96 pass 1 How to Use This Manual This manual provides illustrated, step-by-step instructions for setting up and operating your printer. Chapter 1 contains information on unpacking, setting up, testing, and connecting the printer. Be sure to read this chapter first. Chapter 2 explains how to load and use single sheets, continuous paper, and special paper in the printer. Chapter 3 describes the basic operation of your printer. Chapter 4 explains
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L Sunflower-P Rev.c A5 size Introduction 01/09/96 pass 1 Warnings, Cautions, and Notes This guide uses the following conventions: Warnings must be followed to avoid bodily injury. w Cautions must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment. c Notes contain important information and useful tips on the operation of your printer. 4 Introduction
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Proof Sign-off: Nishi _______ Sunflower-P R Grady _______ Rev.c A5 size Chapter 1 01/09/96 pass 3 Chapter 1 Setting Up the Printer 1 Choosing a Place for the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Unpacking the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4 Installing the Ribbon Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5 Plugging in the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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L Sunflower-P Rev.c A5 size Chapter 1 01/09/96 pass 3 This chapter explains how to set up the printer and install the printer driver software. Choosing a Place for the Printer When selecting a place to set up your printer, be sure to follow these guidelines: ❏ Place the printer on a flat, stable surface, close enough to the computer for the interface cable to reach it. ❏ Leave adequate room around the printer for easy operation and maintenance. ❏ Avoid locations that are subject to direct su
