9-pin Dot Matrix Printer

Users Guide
This manual is divided in two sections: English and Spanish. The English section begins after this page. The Spanish section begins approximately at the middle of the manual. Este manual est dividido en dos secciones: Ingls y Espaol. El manual en espaol comienza aproximadamente a la mitad del libro. El manual en ingls comienza despus de esta pgina.
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Contents

Introduction Okidata Compatibility. 5 Options. 6 Setting Up the Printer Unpacking the Printer. 7 Choosing a Place for the Printer. 7 Assembling the Printer. 8 Connecting the Printer to Your Computer. 11 Installing the Printer Software. 12 For Windows XP, Me, or 2000. 12 For Windows 98, 95, or NT 4.0. 13 For DOS programs. 14 Installing and Using the Online Reference Guide. 15 Installing the Remote Configuration Manager. 15 Paper Handling Setting the Paper Release Lever. 17 Adjusting the Paper-Thickness Setting. 18 Loading Continuous Paper with the Front Push Tractor. 19 Loading Continuous Paper with the Rear Push Tractor. 21 Loading Continuous Paper with the Pull Tractor. 22 Removing paper from the pull tractor. 26 Loading Single Sheets with the Paper Guide. 26 Loading Special Papers. 28 Single-sheet multipart forms. 28 Labels. 28 Envelopes. 29 Postcards. 30 Using the Micro Adjust Function. 31 Adjusting the tear-off position. 31 Adjusting the top-of-form position. 32
Using the Control Panel Buttons and Lights. Selecting a Font and Pitch. Changing the Printers Default Settings. Default-setting mode. Emulating the Okidata Microline 320/321 Turbo. Troubleshooting Using the Error Indicators. Clearing Paper Jams. Printing a Self Test. Where To Get Help. Product Information Safety Instructions. Hot Parts Caution Symbol. Important Safety Instructions. ENERGY STAR Compliance. FCC Compliance Statement for United States Users. WARNING. For Canadian users. EPSON AMERICA, INC., LIMITED WARRANTY. 40

Introduction

This manual covers the following basic information to get you started using your printer: Setting Up the Printer Paper Handling Using the Control Panel Troubleshooting Product Information
Although the illustrations in this manual show the FX-890, the instructions apply to both the FX-890 and the FX-2190.
w Warnings must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury. c Cautions must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment.
Notes contain important information and useful tips about using your printer. For detailed information about your printer, refer to the online Reference Guide. It describes all the printers functions, optional products, printer software, troubleshooting, and technical specifications. See Installing and Using the Online Reference Guide on page 15. For help using your printer software, you can use the online help which is installed automatically when you install the printer software.

Okidata Compatibility

You can make your FX-890 or FX-2190 work like the Okidata Microline 320 Turbo or 321 Turbo by turning the printer on in a different mode. For instructions, see page 40.

Options

By adding options, such as a cut-sheet feeder or roll paper holder, you can further expand your printers capabilities. Optional interface cards are also available to supplement your printers built-in interfaces. (See the Reference Guide for more information.) You can purchase ribbon cartridges, paper, manuals, and accessories from EPSON at (800) 873-7766, or visit the EPSON StoreSM at www.epsonstore.com (U.S. sales only). In Canada, please call (800) 463-7766 for dealer referral.

Chapter 1

Setting Up the Printer
This chapter describes how to unpack and set up your printer.

Unpacking the Printer

Make sure you have the following items.
Ribbon cartridge Printer Power cord

Paper guide

Printer software
Follow the directions on the Notice Sheet to remove the protective materials before you turn on the printer. Save all packing and protective materials in case you need to ship the printer in the future.
Choosing a Place for the Printer
Place the printer on a flat, stable surface. The printer will not operate properly if it is tilted or placed at an angle. Avoid using or storing the printer in places subject to rapid changes in temperature and humidity. Keep it away from direct sunlight, strong light, heat sources, or excessive moisture or dust. Place the printer near a wall outlet where you can easily unplug the power cord. Position the power cord and interface cable so they do not interfere with paper feeding. Note for French-speaking users: Placez limprimante prs dune prise de courant o la fiche peut tre dbranche facilement.
Avoid electrical outlets controlled by wall switches or automatic timers. An interruption in power can erase information in the memory of your printer or computer. Also avoid outlets on the same circuit as large motors or other appliances that can cause voltage fluctuations. Use a grounded power outlet; do not use an adapter plug.

Assembling the Printer

1. Make sure the printer is turned off and unplugged. Then open the printer cover and pull it up to remove it.
Remove the paper tension unit by pressing up the tabs on each side and pulling it up.
Use your hand to slide the print head to the middle of the printer.
w Warning: just used the If you have
printer, the print head may be hot; let it cool for a few minutes before touching it.
Remove the new ribbon cartridge from the package. The black plastic ribbon guide is held in place on top of the cartridge with a small tab. To release it, hold the sides of the ribbon guide and gently disconnect it. (Do not remove the ribbon guide from the ribbon, however.)

The printer software CD-ROM also includes the EPSON Remote Configuration Manager, which lets you change the printers default settings. See Installing the Remote Configuration Manager on page 15.
For Windows XP, Me, or 2000
1. Make sure Windows is running and the printer is turned off.
Insert the printer software CD-ROM into the CD-ROM or DVD drive. The Installation screen appears: If it does not, double-click

Setup.exe on the

CD-ROM. 3. Select Install Software and click.
Select your printer from the list, then follow the instructions on the screen. When the installation is complete, see page 15 to install the Reference Guide and the EPSON Remote Configuration Utility.
For Windows 98, 95, or NT 4.0
1. 2. Make sure Windows is running and the printer is turned off. Insert the printer software CD-ROM into the CD-ROM or DVD drive. The Installation window shown above appears. If it does not, select Setup.exe on the CD-ROM. Select Install Software and click. Select your printer, then click OK and follow the instructions on the screen. If you are prompted to insert your Windows CD-ROM, do it now and click OK. When the Windows installation screen appears, close the screen to continue with the driver installation. Note: If your PC came with Windows pre-installed, Setup may not need the Windows CD-ROM to complete the installation. If you see a message that the drive is not accessible, click Cancel and try again.

3. 4. 5.

Click Browse and select the path for the printer driver. Then click OK and follow the on-screen instructions. If you are using Windows NT, insert your Windows CD when prompted.
Select the appropriate file in the folder and click OK. When prompted, insert the printer software CD-ROM and click Browse to select the correct path. Note: If you see a message that the drive is not accessible, click Cancel and try again. If a System Error message appears, click Cancel. The exact wording of the message depends on the version of Windows you are using. If you are using Windows NT, you do not need to specify a path. If you are using Windows 98, the Printer Utility Setup may start. If it does, follow the instructions on the screen.

When the installation is complete, see page 15 to install the Reference Guide and the EPSON Remote Configuration Utility.

For DOS programs

To control the printer from DOS application programs, you need to select the printer you are using or another available printer from the printer list in your application. Choose the EPSON printer at the appropriate step in the installation or setup procedure. If the list in your application does not include your printer, choose the first available printer from the following list:

For FX-890:

FX-980 FX-880+ FX-880 FX-870 FX-850 FX-800 FX-85 FX-80+ FX-80

For FX-2190:

FX-2180 FX-2170 FX-1180+ FX-1180 FX-1170 FX-1050 FX-1000 FX-105 FX-100+ FX-100
Installing and Using the Online Reference Guide
You can install the online Reference Guide on your hard disk and view it from your computer, or read it directly from the printer software CD-ROM. To install the Reference Guide on your hard disk, select Install Reference Guide from the Installation screen and follow the on-screen instructions. When the installation is complete, the FXGuide icon appears in the EPSON folder. To open the Reference Guide on your hard disk, click Start, go to Programs (or All Programs) and select EPSON. Then, click FXGuide. If you dont want to install the manual on your hard disk, follow these steps to view it from the CD-ROM: 1. Insert the printer software CD-ROM in your CD-ROM or DVD drive. The Installation screen appears. If it doesnt, double-click the My Computer icon. Click the CD-ROM icon, then double-click SETUP.EXE. Select User Guides. To open the Reference Guide, select View Reference Guide.
Installing the Remote Configuration Manager
The EPSON Remote Configuration Manager provides an easy way to change your printers default settings in Windows. Follow these steps to install it on your computer in Windows 2000, Me, 98, 95, or NT: 1. Select Install EPSON Remote Configuration Manager from the Installation screen. You see this window:
Click Yes. After a moment, you see the Welcome screen:
Click Next and follow the instructions on the screen. When the installation is complete, click Finish. (If you see the folder window open on the screen, close it so you can see the final installation screen.)
The Remote Configuration Manager is installed on the computer in its own program group, along with an uninstall option and the online Users Guide. See the Users Guide for instructions on using the program. To start the program, select Programs, Epson Remote Configuration Mgr, and then click Epson Remote Configuration Manager. To open the manual, select Programs, Epson Remote Configuration Mgr, and then click Epson Remote Configuration Manager Users Guide. Note: If you are using Windows 2000 and the printer is connected to the parallel port, Remote Configuration Manager may not work. In this case, do one of the following: Before running the program, set the printer driver to the LPT2 port. Then use Remote Configuration Manager to check or change the default settings as desired. After you finish using the program, remember to return the setting to LPT1. Connect the printer to the USB port instead.

Release the sprockets by pulling the sprocket lock levers forward.
Slide the left sprocket approximately 0.5 inch (12 mm) from the far left position and push the lever back to lock it in place. Then slide the right sprocket to match the width of your paper, but do not lock it. Slide the edge guides to the center.

Edge guides

Make sure your paper has a clean, straight edge. Then open the sprocket covers. Note: Make sure the printer is off before you insert the paper in the paper slot. If you insert the paper while the printer is on, a paper jam may occur.
Insert the paper into the front or bottom paper slot as shown below until it emerges between the platen and the ribbon guide. Then pull up the paper until the perforation between the first and second pages is even with the top of the printers ribbon. Front slot Before you load paper in the front slot, remove the front cover. Then load paper with the printable side facing up.
Bottom slot Load paper in the bottom slot with the printable side facing up.
Fit four holes of the paper over the tractor pins on both sprockets. Then close the sprocket covers.
Slide the right sprocket to remove any slack in the paper, then lock it in place.
Reattach the front cover.
10. Turn on the printer. 11. Remove any slack in the paper by pressing the LF/FF button. (Always remove any slack from the paper; otherwise print quality may deteriorate.) When the printer receives data, it will start printing at the current position without advancing the paper. If necessary, adjust the current position of the paper using the Micro Adjust function (described on page 32).
c Caution: the knob to adjust the top-of-form position; turning the Never use
knob when the printer is on may damage it or cause it to lose the top-of-form position. 12. Attach the printer cover by inserting the front tabs into the slots, then lowering the cover into place. Close the paper guide cover. 13. Send a print job to the printer. The printer starts printing from the top-of-form position. After you finish printing, open the paper guide cover and tear off the printed document at the perforation nearest the paper exit slot.
Removing paper from the pull tractor
1. After you finish printing, tear off the paper supply at the perforation nearest the paper entry slot.
To feed paper forward and eject it, hold down the LF/FF button.
c Caution: the Load/Eject or Tear Off/Bin button when you are Never press
Loading Single Sheets with the Paper Guide
You can load ordinary single sheets and envelopes one at a time from the top of the printer using the paper guide. The paper can be up to 10.1 inches (257 mm) wide on the FX-890 and 16.5 inches (420 mm) wide on the FX-2190. To load single-sheet multipart forms, use the front paper entry slot with the optional front paper guide or front sheet guide installed. For more information, see the Reference Guide.

Press the Pause button to exit the Micro Adjust mode. Note: The printer has a minimum and a maximum top-of-form position. If you try to adjust it beyond these limits, the printer beeps and stops moving the paper. When the paper reaches the default top-of-form position, the printer beeps and stops moving the paper briefly. You can use this setting as a reference point when adjusting the position. The top margin setting made in some software overrides the top-of-form position setting you make with the Micro Adjust function.

Chapter 3

Using the Control Panel
This chapter describes the buttons and lights on the control panel, plus: Selecting a font and pitch Changing the printers default settings Emulating the Okidata Microline 320/321 Turbo printer

Buttons and Lights

Button/Light 1 Font (ItemD) button Font lights 2 Reset (Font and Pitch) buttons Pitch (ItemU) button
Function Selects one of the fonts. See Selecting a Font and Pitch on page 37. In default setting mode, ItemD selects the next menu. Indicate which font is selected. When you press both the Font and Pitch buttons simultaneously, the printer clears the buffer and restores its default settings. Selects one of the pitch settings. See Selecting a Font and Pitch on page 37. In default setting mode, ItemU selects the previous menu.

Pitch lights

Indicate which pitch is selected.
Tear Off/Bin (Set) button
Feeds continuous paper forward to the tear-off position. Feeds continuous paper backward from the tear-off position to the top-of-form position. Selects a cut-sheet feeder bin when it is installed. In default setting mode, works as the Set button to select a value.

Tear Off/Bin lights

Both flash when continuous paper is in the tear-off position. Both off when continuous paper is not in the tear-off position or when bin 1 of the optional cut-sheet feeder is selected. Both on when the printer is in default setting mode. Left light is on when Card mode is selected. Right light is on when bin 2 of the optional cut-sheet feeder is selected.

Menu buttons

When you press the Pitch (ItemU) and Tear Off/Bin (Set) buttons at the same time, the printer enters or exits default setting mode. See Changing the Printers Default Settings on page 38. Loads a single sheet of paper. Ejects a single sheet of paper. Loads continuous paper from the standby position. Feeds continuous paper backward to the standby position if a sheet is loaded.

Load/Eject button

Micro Adjust
When you hold down the Pause button for three seconds, the printer enters the Micro Adjust mode. In this mode, you can press the LF/FF D and Load/Eject U buttons to adjust the top-of-form or tear-off position. See Using the Micro Adjust Function on page 31. Feeds paper line by line when pressed quickly. Ejects a single sheet or advances continuous paper to the next top-of-form position when held down.

LF/FF button

Pause light Pause button
On when the printer is paused. Flashes when the printer is in the Micro Adjust mode. Stops printing temporarily, and resumes printing when pressed again. When held down for three seconds, enters Micro Adjust mode. When pressed again, exits Micro Adjust mode.

Paper Out light

On when no paper is loaded in the selected paper source or paper is not loaded correctly. Flashes when paper has not been fully ejected or paper is jammed.
Selecting a Font and Pitch
Usually, you use your application program to select the font and pitch you want to use in a document. However, you can select one of the printers five fonts (in different pitches) with the buttons on the printers control panel, as described below. (The settings you make in application programs usually override settings you make from the printers control panel.) The pitches available depend on the font you select:
Font USD HSD Draft Roman Sans Serif Pitch 10, 12 10, 12, 15, 17, 20 10, 12, 15, 17, 20, PS 10, 12, 15, 17, 20, PS 10, 12, 15, 17, 20, PS
Make sure that the printer is not printing. Then press the Font button until the three Font lights indicate the desired font.
N N O N O N N O O O N N O N O O=On, N=Off
USD HSD Draft Roman Sans Serif
Press the Pitch button until the three Pitch lights indicate the desired pitch.
N N O N O N N O O O N N O N O O O O O=On, N=Off
10 cpi 12 cpi 15 cpi 17 cpi 20 cpi PS
Changing the Printers Default Settings

While you can often change the printers settings through your software or printer driver, you may sometimes need to change one or more of the printers default settings. There are two ways to do this: Using the EPSON Remote Configuration Manager on the printer software CD-ROM. (See page 15.) From the printers control panel using the default-setting mode.
For instructions on using the Remote Configuration Manager, see the PDF manual on the CD-ROM. To use the control panel, see below. For detailed information about default settings, see the Reference Guide. The following table shows the options available for each printer setting.
Setting Page length for front tractor Page length for rear tractor Skip over perforation Auto tear-off Auto line feed Print direction Software 0 slash I/F (interface) mode Auto I/F wait time Parallel I/F bidirectional mode Packet mode Character table Options (default in bold) Length in inches: 3, 3.5, 4, 5.5, 6, 7, 8, 8.5, 11, 70/6, 12, 14, 17 Length in inches: 3, 3.5, 4, 5.5, 6, 7, 8, 8.5, 11, 70/6, 12, 14, 17 Off, On Off, On Off, On Bi-D, Uni-D ESC/P, IBM PPDS 0, Auto, Parallel, USB, Option 10 seconds, 30 seconds Off, On Auto, Off Italic, PC 437, PC 850, PC 860, PC 863, PC 865, PC 861, BRASCII, Abicomp, Roman 8, ISO Latin 1, PC 858, ISO 8859-15 Italic U.S.A., Italic France, Italic Germany, Italic U.K., Italic Denmark 1, Italic Sweden, Italic Italy, Italic Spain second, 1.5 seconds, 2 seconds, 3 seconds Off, On
International character set for italic table Manual feed wait time Buzzer
Setting Auto CR (available in IBM PPDS emulation mode) IBM character table
Options (default in bold) Off, On Table 2, Table1

Default-setting mode

Follow the steps below to enter the default-setting mode. If you use single sheets, you need to load a new sheet of paper each time the printer ejects a printed page. 1. Make sure the printer is on and paper is loaded. Then press the
Menu buttons (ItemU and Set) until the printer beeps and both the
Tear Off/Bin lights turn on. The printer enters default-setting mode and prints a line showing which language is currently selected for printing the instructions. The selected language is underlined. 2. 3. 4. If you want a different language, press the ItemD button until the printout shows the language you want underlined. Press the Set button to accept the language. The printer prints a line asking if you want to print all the current settings. To print a list of all the current settings, press the Set button. The printer prints all the settings and then the first setting again. Go to step 5. To go through the settings one at a time, press the ItemD or ItemU button. The printer prints the first setting and its current value. 5. Press the Set button to scroll through the options for the selected setting until you see the one you want. Press the ItemD or ItemU button to select the next or previous setting you want to change. 6. 7. Repeat step 5 for any other settings you want to change. When you finish, press the Menu buttons again to exit default-setting mode.

Your new settings become the printers defaults.
Emulating the Okidata Microline 320/321 Turbo
You can make your FX-890 or FX-2190 work like the Okidata Microline 320 Turbo or 321 Turbo. In Okidata mode, the printer emulates Okidata functions, and the following additional settings can be selected in the default setting mode. The default settings (shown in bold) are consistent with Okidata Microline 320/321 Turbo factory settings.
Feature Software emulation Auto tear off wait time Bottom margin Line spacing (lines per inch) Paper out override Printer settings in Okidata mode IBM PPDS, EPSON ESC/P, Oki ML 320T 0.5 second, 1 second, 2 seconds, Others 4.2 mm, 20 mm, 22 mm, 24 mm, Others 6 LPI, 8 LPI Off (No), On (Yes)
Note: The FX-890 and FX-2190 do not support the USB interface in Okidata mode. If you want to use your printer in Okidata mode, do not install the Windows driver that came with your printer. If you have been using an Okidata driver, you can continue to use it with your printer in Okidata mode. If you have been using an Okidata printer, you may want to print out its default settings for reference before changing modes on the FX-890/FX-2190. To do this on the Okidata printer, press SHIFT + SEL to enter Menu mode, and then press PRINT. To enter Okidata mode on your FX-890/FX-2190, make sure the printer is turned off. Then hold down the Tear Off/Bin and Pause buttons while you turn on the printer. The printer beeps once to indicate it is now in Okidata mode. It remains in Okidata mode until you repeat the above procedure. To return to FX-890/FX-2190 mode, hold down the Tear Off/Bin and Pause buttons while you turn on the printer. The printer beeps twice and is now operating in FX-890 mode. When you switch from one mode to the other, any changes you made to the printers settings in the original mode are restored to their default values. You can print the default settings for the printer to check the current settings and change them if necessary. See page 38.

Chapter 4

Troubleshooting
This chapter explains the error indicators and describes how to clear paper jams and print a self test. For more troubleshooting information, see your Reference Guide. If you cannot resolve the problem using the information in the manuals, see Where To Get Help on page 44.

Using the Error Indicators
Use the following table to diagnose printer errors.
Light status Beep pattern Problem Solution

O Paper Out O Pause

No paper is loaded in the selected paper source. Load paper in the printer or select a different paper source; the Paper Out light goes off. Then press the Pause button; the Pause light goes off and the printer starts printing.
The paper is not loaded correctly. Remove your paper and reload it correctly. See Chapter 2 or the Reference Guide.

O Pause

The paper release lever is set to the wrong position. Set the paper release lever to the position for the paper source you want to use. If paper from another paper source is currently in the paper path, press the Load/Eject button to eject the paper; then move the paper release lever to the desired position.
A single sheet of paper is not fully ejected. Press the Load/Eject button to eject the sheet. Continuous paper is not fed to the standby position. Tear off the printed page at the perforation; then press Load/Eject to feed the paper to the standby position.
Paper is jammed in the printer. To clear the paper jam, see page 42.

Light status

Beep pattern

Problem Solution

The print head is overheated. Wait a few minutes; the printer resumes printing automatically once the print head cools.

O O O O O

Paper Out Pause O Tear Off/Bin O O Font light O O Pitch light
The print head is stuck. Turn off the printer and clear any obstruction blocking the print head. Turn the printer back on. If the print head is still stuck, contact EPSON for service.
An unknown or fatal printer error has occurred. Turn off the printer and leave it off for several minutes; then turn on the printer again.

O = On, O = Flashing

= Three beeps, = Five beeps

Clearing Paper Jams

1. 2. 3. 4. Turn off the printer and open the printer cover. If continuous paper is jammed in the printer, tear off the fresh supply at the perforation nearest the paper entry slot. Turn the knob on the left side of the printer away from you to remove the paper in the printer and any remaining pieces of paper. If the paper is stuck where the printer ejects it, gently pull the paper out of the printer.

Where To Get Help

If your EPSON printer is not operating properly and you cannot solve the problem using the troubleshooting information, see the contact information below. EPSON provides technical assistance 24 hours a day through the electronic support services and automated telephone services listed below.
Service World Wide Web Access From the Internet, you can reach EPSON Support at http://support.epson.com. At this site, you can download drivers and other files, look at product documentation, access troubleshooting information, and receive technical advice through e-mail. A variety of automated help services are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. To use these services, you must have a touch tone telephone and call (800) 922-8911. Use one of the following SoundAdviceSM Express Codes to quickly select your printer in SoundAdvice: 70470 (for the FX-890) or 70475 (for the FX-2190).
Automated Telephone Services
To speak to a technical support representative, dial: U.S.: (562) 276-4322, 6 AM to 6 PM, Pacific Time, Monday through Friday. Canada: (905) 709-2170, 6 AM to 6 PM, Pacific Time, Monday through Friday.
Toll or long distance charges may apply. Before you call, please have the following information ready: Product name (EPSON FX-890 or FX-2190) Product serial number (located on the back of the printer) Proof of purchase (such as a store receipt) and date of purchase Computer configuration Description of the problem
You can purchase ribbon cartridges, paper, manuals, and accessories from EPSON at (800) 873-7766, or visit the EPSON Store at www.epsonstore.com (U.S. sales only). In Canada, please call (800) 463-7766 for dealer referral.

Chapter 5

Product Information

Safety Instructions

Hot Parts Caution Symbol
This symbol is placed on the print head and other parts to indicate that they may be hot. Never touch those parts just after the printer has been used. Let them cool for a few minutes before touching them.
Important Safety Instructions
Read all of these safety instructions before using the printer. In addition, follow all warnings and instructions marked on the printer itself. Do not place the printer on an unstable surface or near a radiator or heat source. Place the printer on a flat surface. It will not operate properly if it is tilted or placed at an angle. Do not block or cover the slots and openings in the printers cabinet, and do not insert objects through the slots. Use only the type of power source indicated on the printers label. Connect all equipment to properly grounded electrical outlets. Avoid using outlets on the same circuit as photocopiers or air control systems that regularly switch on and off. Do not use a damaged or frayed power cord. If you use an extension cord with the printer, make sure the total ampere rating of all devices plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the cords ampere rating. Also, make sure the total ampere of all devices plugged into the electrical outlet does not exceed the electrical outlets ampere rating. Unplug the printer before cleaning it, and always clean it with a piece of damp cloth only. Do not spill liquid onto the printer. Except as specifically explained in this guide, do not attempt to service the printer yourself.

For Canadian users

This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interface Causing Equipment Regulations. Cet appareil numrique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Rglement sur le matriel brouileur du Canada.
EPSON AMERICA, INC., LIMITED WARRANTY
What Is Covered: Epson America, Inc. (EPSON) warrants to the first end user customer of the EPSON product enclosed with this limited warranty statement that the product, if purchased and used in the United States or Canada, conforms to the manufacturers specifications and will be free from defects in workmanship and materials for a period of three years from the date of original purchase. EPSON also warrants that the consumable ribbon enclosed with the product will perform to the manufacturers specified usage, which usage may expire before the expiration of the limited warranty for the EPSON product. What EPSON Will Do To Correct Problems: Should your EPSON product prove defective during the warranty period, please call the EPSON ConnectionSM at (562) 276-4322 or (905) 709-2170 (Canada) for warranty repair instructions and return authorization, if required. EPSON will, at its option, repair or replace on an exchange basis the defective unit, without charge for parts or labor. When warranty service involves the exchange of the product or of a part, the item replaced becomes EPSON property. The exchanged product or part may be new or previously repaired to the EPSON standard of quality. Exchange or replacement products or parts assume the remaining warranty period of the product covered by this limited warranty. For warranty service, you must provide proof of the date of original purchase.
What This Warranty Does Not Cover: This warranty covers only normal consumer use in the United States and Canada. This warranty is not transferable and will not apply to products purchased from an end user. This warranty does not cover damage to the Epson printer caused by parts and supplies not manufactured, distributed or certified by Epson. This warranty does not cover ribbon or third party parts, components or peripheral devices added to the EPSON product after its shipment from EPSON, e.g., dealer-added boards or chips. EPSON is not responsible for warranty service should the EPSON label or logo or the rating label or serial number be removed or should the product fail to be properly maintained or fail to function properly as a result of misuse, abuse, improper installation, neglect, improper shipping, damage caused by disasters such as fire, flood, and lightning, improper electrical current, software problems, interaction with non-EPSON products, or service other than by an EPSON Authorized Servicer. Packaging, postage, insurance and shipping costs incurred in presenting your EPSON product for warranty service are your responsibility. If a claimed defect cannot be identified or reproduced in service, you will be held responsible for costs incurred. THE WARRANTY AND REMEDY PROVIDED ABOVE ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. SOME LAWS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES. IF THESE LAWS APPLY, THEN ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD IDENTIFIED ABOVE. UNLESS STATED HEREIN, ANY STATEMENTS OR REPRESENTATIONS MADE BY ANY OTHER PERSON OR FIRM ARE VOID. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED IN THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY, NEITHER EPSON AMERICA, INC., NOR ITS AFFILIATES SHALL BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOSS, INCONVENIENCE, OR DAMAGE, INCLUDING DIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, RESULTING FROM THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE EPSON PRODUCT, WHETHER RESULTING FROM BREACH OF WARRANTY OR ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY. IF THE REMEDY ABOVE FAILS, EPSONS ENTIRE LIABILITY SHALL BE LIMITED TO A REFUND OF THE PRICE PAID FOR THE EPSON PRODUCT COVERED BY THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. In Canada, warranties include both warranties and conditions. Some jurisdictions do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction. Epson America, Inc., P. O. Box 93012 Long Beach, CA 90809-3012

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The wide-format solution for
easy integration and maximum productivity
With an expansive feature set and remarkable durability, the Epson FX-2190 impact printer offers the flexibility required for critical daily print requirements. Powerful, yet easy to use, this 9-pin, wide-carriage workhorse boasts an MTBF rating of 20,000 power-on

Epson FX-2190

Key Features

High-speed 9-pin printing Speeds through multipart forms, reports, labels, and more at up to 680 cps Extreme reliability in demanding print environments Offers an MTBF rating of 20,000 POH (25% duty cycle) and a 400 million character print head life User-friendly setup and operation Facilitates easy printer configuration using a newly designed control panel or its Windows-based Epson Remote Configuration Manager Easy system integration Provides resident Epson, IBM and Microline printer languages for increased compatibility
hours (POH) and speeds of up to 680 cps.
An extremely reliable, high-value performer, the Epson FX-2190 provides Parallel, USB, and additional connectivity options for seamless integration. And, it includes Epson Remote Configuration Manager software for easy printer setup and simple setting selections via most Windows operating systems. Ideal for rugged environments, this robust printer is the perfect drop-in replacement for the Epson FX-1180/1180+/2180 or the Okidata Microline 321/321 Turbo. The high-speed Epson FX-2190 races through forms up to 7 parts thick and 16.5" wide through four convenient paper paths. Its easy-to-install 12 million character ribbon cartridge boosts productivity and ensures a low cost per page, while its 400 million character print head life offers added dependability. Complete with a newly designed control panel featuring a lock-out mode and other intuitive functions, this versatile product is the ideal solution for demanding print environments. And, as part of a comprehensive three-year warranty, its backed by superior technical support from the world leader in impact printing.
Printer Throughput Test* - ISO/IEC 10561 Letter Pattern
Includes standard Parallel and USB connections, plus an additional slot for optional interface cards
Easy-to-install 12 million character ribbon cartridge Ensures a lower cost per page, and reduces the need for frequent user intervention Advanced paper handling capabilities Provides four convenient paper paths to accommodate cut sheet paper and continuous forms up to 7 parts thick and 16.5" wide Standard three-year warranty Includes access to Epsons superior technical support

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Selected Print Speed

IMPACT PRINTER

FX-2190

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Printer Specifications

Printer Method 9-pin, serial impact dot matrix Print Direction Bidirectional logic seeking for text and graphics printing. Unidirectional text or graphics printing can be selected using software commands. Print Speed Ultra Speed Draft 680.cps (12 cpi) 566 cps (10 cpi) High Speed Draft 559 cps (10 cpi) Draft 419 cps (10 cpi) Letter-quality 104 cps (10 cpi) (Note: Normal print speed is achieved when printer safety cover is fully closed)
Interface Bidirectional Parallel (IEEE 1284 Nibble Mode supported), USB 1.1, Type-B slot for optional interface cards Printer Language Epson ESC/P, IBM PPDS, Okidata Microlines (FX-2190, Okidata Mode only) Paper Handling Forms: continuous multipart, original plus 5 carbonless copies, 1 + 6 copies with pull tractor, maximum thickness.018" Width Single sheets Continuous Cut sheet feeder Length Single sheets Continuous Cut sheet feeder No. 6 envelopes No. 10 envelopes Labels Roll paper Sound Level 55 dBA (ISO 7779 pattern) Power Requirements Rated voltage Input voltage range Rated frequency range Input frequency range Physical Dimensions Height Width Depth Weight 100 to 240V AC 90 to 264V 50 to 60 Hz 49.5 to 60.5 Hz 6.1" 23.2" 13.8" 21.2 lb 3.9" to 16.5" 4.0" to 16.0" 7.2" to 16.5" 3.9" to 14.3" 4.0" to 22.0" 10.1" to 14.0" 6.5" x 3.6" 9.5" x 4.1" 2.5" x 0.94" (minimum) 8.5" width
Character Sets 13 character tables 13 international character sets Resident Bitmapped Fonts Ultra Speed Draft High Speed Draft Draft NLQ (Roman/Sans Serif) Column Width 10 cpi 12 cpi 15 cpi 17 cpi 20 cpi 10, 12 cpi 10, 12, 15, 17, 20 cpi 10, 12, 15, 17, 20 cpi 10, 12, 15, 17, 20 cpi, proportional 272

Bar Code Fonts EAN-13, EAN-8, Interleaved 2 of 5, UPC-A, UPC-E, Code 39, Code 128, POSTNET, Codabar (NW-7), Industrial 2 of 5, Matrix 2 of 5 Formatting 1/6" or programmable in 1/432" increments Line Spacing: 6 lines per inch default (8 lpi option available on FX-2190 Okidata Mode only) Paper Feed Mechanism Feeding method Friction feed (front, rear) Push tractor (front, rear) Pull tractor (front, bottom, rear) Push and pull tractor** (front, rear) Cut sheet feeder (optional) Roll paper holder (optional)
Control Panel Functions Font, pitch, pause, tear-off, bin selection, line feed, form feed, load, eject, micro-adjust, top-of-form adjustment, panel lockout, reset, menu, default setting selection Reliability Total print volume MTBF Print head life Ribbon life 52 million lines (except print head) 20,000 POH (25% duty cycle) 400 million characters at 14 dots/character 12 million characters at 14 dots/character
Paper Feed Speed 62 millisecond per 1/6" 5" per second continuous feed Paper Path Manual insertion Cut sheet feeder Tractor Pull/push tractor Input Buffer 128K Software Drivers Windows 95, 98, Me, 2000, XP and NT 4.0 Front or rear in, top out Rear in, top out Front rear or bottom in, top out Front or rear in, top out
Warranty Three-year limited warranty in the U.S. and Canada
* Advanced print head design provides unmatched burst speed, allowing the Epson FX-2190 to maximize performance by consistently performing at or near top speeds. Standardized ISO 10561 throughput tests illustrate how Epsons superior technology results in faster printing and greater print volume over time. Test conducted by Seiko Epson Corporation. ** Additional tractor unit required

Ordering Information

Epson FX-2190 and Accessories Product Code C11C526001 S015335 C800211 C806391 C806401 C823051 C823071 C823121 C823141 C823151 C823452 C12C823912 Description Epson FX-2190 Impact Printer Ribbon Cartridge Additional Push/Pull Tractor Unit Single Bin Cut Sheet Feeder High Capacity Cut Sheet Feeder Serial Interface Board 32KB Serial Interface Board LocalTalk Interface Coax Interface Board Twinax Interface Board Bidirectional Parallel Interface Board EpsonNet Multiprotocol 10/100 Base-TX Type-B Ethernet Print Server

Epson America, Inc. 3840 Kilroy Airport Way, Long Beach, CA 90806 Epson Canada, Ltd. 3771 Victoria Park Avenue, Toronto, Ontario M1W 3Z5
Specifications and terms are subject to change without notice. Epson and Epson ESC/P are registered trademarks of Seiko Epson Corporation. Epson Remote Configuration Manager is a trademark of Epson America, Inc. All other product and brand names are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Epson disclaims any and all rights in these marks. Copyright 2003 Epson America, Inc. CPD-16778 8/03 10K CL
Printed on Recycled Paper