Epson FX-890II Impact Printer User Manual

1. Produk verbyview

The Epson FX-890II is a reliable 9-pin, narrow-carriage impact printer designed for demanding daily print requirements. It offers a long life cycle and is built to withstand various environmental conditions, including dust, humidity, and extreme temperatures. This printer supports multiple printer languages, including Epson ESC/P, IBM PPDS, and MICROLINE, ensuring seamless integration with both new and existing systems. It efficiently handles cut-sheet, continuous, and multipart forms up to 7 pages thick, making it suitable for diverse business needs.

Sleutel kenmerke:

• Extreme Reliability: Durable design with minimal moving parts, built to withstand harsh environments.
• Lae koste van eienaarskap: Utilizes a high-capacity ribbon cartridge (up to 7.5 million characters) to reduce cost per page and user intervention frequency.
• Powerful Productivity: Achieves ultra-fast printing speeds of up to 738 characters per second (cps) in Ultra Speed Draft Mode (12 cpi).
• Seamless System Integration: Compatible with Epson ESC/P, IBM PPDS, and MICROLINE printer languages for broad system support.
• Gevorderde papierhantering: Features a simple paper path that accommodates cut-sheet paper and continuous forms up to 7 pages thick.
• Verbinding: USB interface for standard connection.
• Drukker Uitset: Monochroom.

2. Wat is in die boks

Upon unpacking your Epson FX-890II Impact Printer, please ensure all the following items are present:

• Epson FX-890II impakdrukker
• AC Adapter
• User’s Manual/Start Here Guide (this document)
• Opstelgids
• CD drywer
• Warranty Certificate Ordering Information

3. Opstelinstruksies

Follow these steps to set up your Epson FX-890II Impact Printer:

1. Pak die drukker uit: Carefully remove the printer and all accessories from the packaging. Remove any protective tapes or packing materials from the printer.
2. Koppel die kragkabel:

   Connect the AC adapter to the printer's power input and then plug the power cord into a grounded electrical outlet.
3. Koppel aan rekenaar:

   Connect the printer to your computer using a USB cable (not included). Ensure the printer is turned off before connecting the cable.

   

4. Installeer drywers:

   Insert the provided CD Driver into your computer's CD-ROM drive and follow the on-screen instructions to install the printer drivers. If your computer does not have a CD-ROM drive, download the latest drivers from the official Epson support webwebwerf.

5. Install Ribbon Cartridge:

   Open the printer cover and install the ribbon cartridge according to the instructions in the Setup Guide. Ensure it is securely seated.
6. Laai vraestel:

   Load paper into the printer. The FX-890II supports both cut-sheet and continuous forms. Adjust the paper guides to fit the paper width. For continuous forms, ensure the tractor feed is properly engaged.

   

7. Krag aan:

   Press the Power button to turn on the printer. The printer will perform an initial self-test.

4. Bedryfsinstruksies

This section covers basic operation of your Epson FX-890II Impact Printer.

4.1. Beheerpaneel verbyview

The control panel allows you to manage various printer functions. Refer to Figure 4 for button and indicator locations.

• Font Button: Selects different fonts.
• Pitch Button: Adjusts character pitch (e.g., 10 cpi, 12 cpi).
• Tear Off/Bin Button: Advances paper to the tear-off position or switches between paper bins.
• Load/Eject Button: Loads or ejects cut-sheet paper, or advances continuous forms.
• Papier uit-aanwyser: Lights up when paper is out or not loaded correctly.
• Pouse-knoppie: Onderbreek of hervat drukwerk.
• Mikro-aanpassing: Verfyn papierposisie.
• LF/FF (Lynvoer/Vormvoer): Advances paper by a line or a full form.

4.2. Laai papier

The FX-890II supports various paper types and sizes. Ensure paper is loaded correctly to prevent jams and ensure optimal print quality.

4.2.1. Loading Cut-Sheet Paper

1. Open the sheet guide and adjust the left paper guide to the paper width.
2. Insert a stack of cut-sheet paper into the sheet feeder.
3. Adjust the right paper guide to the paper width.
4. Druk die Laai/Uitwerp button to feed the paper to the printing position.

4.2.2. Loading Continuous Forms

1. Ensure the tractor unit is installed and adjusted for your continuous form paper.
2. Align the holes on the continuous form paper with the pins on the tractor unit.
3. Close the tractor covers to secure the paper.
4. Druk die Laai/Uitwerp button to feed the paper to the printing position.

4.3. Drukwerk

Once the printer is set up and paper is loaded, you can send print jobs from your computer. Ensure the correct printer driver is selected in your application's print dialog.

1. Maak die dokument wat jy op jou rekenaar wil druk, oop.
2. Kies "Druk" vanaf die toepassing se spyskaart.
3. Choose "Epson FX-890II" as your printer.
4. Adjust print settings (e.g., paper size, orientation, print quality) as needed.
5. Click "Print" to start the print job.

5. Onderhoud

Gereelde onderhoud verseker optimale werkverrigting en verleng die lewensduur van u drukker.

5.1. Vervanging van die lintpatroon

Replace the ribbon cartridge when print quality deteriorates or the ribbon is visibly worn.

1. Skakel die drukker af.
2. Maak die drukkerdeksel oop.
3. Carefully remove the old ribbon cartridge by lifting it out.
4. Unpack the new ribbon cartridge and install it, ensuring the ribbon is properly threaded and the cartridge clicks into place.
5. Maak die drukkerdeksel toe.

5.2. Maak die drukker skoon

Periodically clean the printer to remove dust and paper debris.

1. Skakel die drukker af en trek die kragkabel uit.
2. Gebruik 'n sagte, droë, pluisvrye lap om die buitekant van die drukker af te vee.
3. Gently clean the inside of the printer, especially around the print head area, using a soft brush or a vacuum cleaner with a small nozzle attachment to remove dust and paper fragments.
4. Do not use liquid cleaners or solvents inside the printer.

6. Probleemoplossing

Hierdie afdeling bied oplossings vir algemene probleme wat u mag teëkom.

6.1. Drukker reageer nie

• Maak seker dat die drukker aangeskakel is en dat die kragkabel stewig gekoppel is.
• Check the USB cable connection between the printer and your computer. Try a different USB port or cable.
• Verifieer dat die korrekte drukkerdrywer op u rekenaar geïnstalleer en gekies is.
• Herbegin beide die drukker en jou rekenaar.

6.2. Papierstorings

• Turn off the printer and open the printer cover.
• Verwyder enige vasgesteekte papier versigtig deur dit saggies in die rigting van die papierpad te trek. Vermy om die papier te skeur.
• Ensure paper is loaded correctly and the paper guides are adjusted to the paper width.
• Close the printer cover and turn the printer back on.

6.3. Swak drukkwaliteit

• Check the ribbon cartridge. If the print is faded or uneven, the ribbon may need replacement.
• Ensure the paper type and thickness are suitable for impact printing.
• Clean the print head area as described in the Maintenance section.
• Adjust the print head gap if necessary (refer to the detailed user manual for specific instructions).

7. Spesifikasies

8. Waarborg en Ondersteuning

The Epson FX-890II Impact Printer comes with a 3-jaar beperkte waarborg. Please refer to the "Warranty Certificate Ordering Information" included in your product box for full terms and conditions.

Vir tegniese ondersteuning, dryweraflaaie of bykomende inligting, besoek asseblief die amptelike Epson-ondersteuning website or contact Epson customer service.

Aanlyn ondersteuning: www.epson.com/support