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® EPSON 48-NOZZLE INK JET PRINTER 800+ 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 Seiko Epson Corporation. No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contained herein. Neither is any liability assumed for damages rei;ulting from the use of the information contained herein. Neit
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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 bel
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1 Features ........................................................................................... 1 Energy Star Compliant .................................................................. .............................. 2 Where to Get Help for United States Users.. ........................................................... 4 For United Kingdom Users ........................................................ 6 Important Safety Instructions Chapter 1 Setting Up Your Printer 1-2 About Your Ink
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.............................................. 2-8 Controlling the Page with Micro Feed 2-9 .................................................. Adjusting the loading position .......................................................2-10 Adjusting the print position 2-11 Selecting Character Fonts ................................................................... 2-12 Scalable Fonts .............................................................................. 2-12 Condensed printing.. ..........
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A-20 ...................................................................................... Bit image A-21 Graphics ....................................................................................... A-21 Character Tables .................................................................................. Glossary Index
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Printer cover Power switch control panel Paper feeder cover Paper separator parallel in U 0 Data 0 Paper Out 0 0 Economy 0 Condensed I I Font ( i 30 000C0urier 000 Roman T H Reset Load/ , WI 000 Prestige Eject i I f-l -1 script 000 Sam 000 (PS) $msi ;yo (PSI Draf, cbb 000 InkOut
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Your new EpsorP printer is a 48-nozzle ink jet printer, ideal for quiet, high-speed printing. Features Your printer offers the following features: High print quality. Epson’s new ink jet technology delivers crisp 360 x 360 dots per inch (dpi) text and graphics. Fast printing speed. You can print up to 198 characters per second in 12-cpi letter quality (LQ) mode. Quiet printing. Ink jet technology helps maintain a quiet working environment. Compact, streamlined design. Suited to the office or hom
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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. The Energy Star emblem does not represent EPA endorsement of any product or service. Where to Get Help for United States Users Epson America provides local customer support and service through a nationwide network of authorized Epson dealers and Service Centers. Eps
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® CompuServe On-line Support The fastest way to access helpful tips, specifications, drivers, application notes, and bulletins is through the Epson America Forum on CompuServe. If you are not currently a member of CompuServe, you are eligible for a free introductory membership as an owner of an Epson product. This membership entitles you to: P An introductory $15 credit on CompuServe CI Your own user ID and password P A complimentary subscription to CompuServe Magazine, CompuServe’s monthly publ
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For United Kingdom Users Epson product guarantee Under the law, goods sold must comply with their description and must be of merchantable quality and fit for their purpose or correspond with any sample. This guarantee does not affect the seller’s legal obligation or the rights of the consumer in the “consumer transactions” under any Statute, including Sections 12 to 15 of the Sales of Goods Act, 1979. All Epson Products, other than OEM products, are fully guaranteed against faulty operation or p
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The guarantee is restricted to the performance of the product alone, and Epson (UK) Limited does not accept responsibility for any consequential loss or damage, nor claimed or implied performance, when the product is used in any combination with other equipment or program software. Product guarantee may be invalidated as a result of excessive or inappropriate use, use in adverse environment or conditions outside the specifications or if the product has been subjected to unapproved modifications.
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As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals on your plug, proceed as follows: The green and yellow wire must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter E or with the earth symbol ( f ) or coloured green or green and yellow. The blue wire must be connected to the terminal in the plug marked with the letter N or coloured black. The brown wire must be connected to the terminal i
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6. 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, such as a bookcase, unless proper ventilation is provided. 7. Never place the printer near or over a radiator or heat register. Use the type of power source indicated on the label. If y
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13. Except as specifically explained in the user’s manual, do not attempt to repair the printer 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. 14. Unplug this printer from the wall outlet and have it repaired by a qualified service person under the following conditions: A. When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed. B. If liquid has been spi
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Chapter 1 Setting Up Your Printer l-2 ................................................................... About Your Ink Jet Printer ........................................................................1-2 A few precautions ............................................................1-3 Choosing the right paper ..........................................................................1-4 Unpacking the Printer ......................................................1-5 Attaching the paper suppor
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About Your Ink Jet Printer If you’re new to ink jet printers, you may wonder how they differ from dot matrix or laser printers. Two noticeable benefits of this technology are high print quality and quiet printing. An ink jet printer produces cost-effective, quality print results. When you use the right paper, you get crisp, laser-sharp printouts usually associated with laser printers. And the ink cartridge inside your printer is easier to replace and more affordable than the toner cartridges use
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t2 Do not use an ink cartridge beyond its rated life expectancy. Ink cartridges are good up to the date printed on the cartridge carton. Cl When moving the ink cartridge from a cold place to a warm one, let it sit for about one hour until the ink warms to the new temperature. Cl Do not turn off the printer while printing or before the print head is capped. (The print head is capped when it is in the far right position.) The print head caps automatically if the printer receives no data for severa
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To test a supply of paper, take a single sheet from the package and load it in the printer. Perform the self test and check the results. You should test both sides of the paper to determine which gives you the best quality printing. If the ink does not bleed or smear, the paper should be suitable for use with your printer. Because the drying speed for the ink depends on the pattern being printed, the type of paper used, and the temperature and humidity, some smudging or streaking may occur under
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In some locations, the power cord comes attached to the printer. The shape of the AC plug varies by country; be sure the plug included is the right shape for your location. You must remove all packing and protective materials packed with your printer before you can set it up and turn on the power. Follow the directions on the Notice Sheet (inserted in your printer) to remove these materials. Save all of the packaging and the protective materials in case you ever need to transport the printer. At
