WARNING

The connection of a nonshielded equipment interface cable to this equipment will invalidate the FCC Certification of this device and may cause interference levels which exceed the limits established by the FCC for this equipment. It is the responsibility of the user to obtain and use a shielded equipment interface cable with this device. If this equipment has more than one interface connector, do not leave cables connected to unused interfaces. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the users authority to operate the equipment.

For Canadian Users

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as sat out in the radio interference regulations of the Canadian Department of communications. Le prsent appareil numrique n'met pas de bruits radiolectriques dpassant les limites applicables aux appareils numriques de Classe B prescrites dans le rglement sur le brouillage radiolectrique dict par le Ministre des Communications du Canada.
Declaration of Conformity
According to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN 45014 Manufacturer: Address: Representative: Address: SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION 3-5, Owa 3-chome, Suwa-shi, Nagano-ken 392 Japan EPSON EUROPE B.V. Prof. J. H. Bavincklaan AT Amstelveen The Netherlands
Declares that the Product: Product Name: Type Name: Model: Dot Matrix printer FX-2170 P920A
Conforms to the following Directive(s) and Norm(s): Directive 89/336/EEC: EN 55022 Class B EN 50082-1 IEC 801-2 IEC 801-3 IEC 801-4 EN 60950 EN 45501
Directive 73/23/EEC: Directive 90/384/EEC: August 1995 M. Hamamoto President of EPSON EUROPE B.V.
Where to Get Help for United States Users
EPSON provides customer support and service through a nationwide network of Authorized EPSON Customer Care Centers. EPSON also provides the following support services in the U.S. and Canada through the EPSON ConnectionSM at (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 Relations EPSON technical information library fax service Product literature on current and new products You can purchase ribbons, supplies, parts, documentation, and accessories for your EPSON products from EPSON Accessories at (800) 873-7766 (U.S. sales only). In Canada, call (800) BUY-EPSON for sales locations.

CompuServe online support
If you have a modem, 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: An introductory $15 credit on CompuServe Your own user ID and password A complimentary subscription to CompuServe Magazine, CompuServes monthly publication. To take advantage of this offer, call (800) 848-8199 in the United States and Canada and ask for representative #529. In other countries, call (614) 529-1611 or your local CompuServe access number. If you are already a CompuServe member, simply type GO EPSON at the menu prompt to reach the Epson America Forum.

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.

Important:

The wires in the mains lead fitted to this appliance are coloured in accordance with the following code: Green and yellow - Earth Blue -Neutral Brown - Live As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in 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 (G) 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 in the plug marked with the letter L or coloured red. If damage occurs to the plug, replace the cord set or consult a qualified electrician. Replace fuses only with a fuse of the correct size and rating.
Important Safety Instructions
Before using your printer, read the following safety instructions to make sure you use the printer safely and effectively. 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 printers cabinet. 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 power outlets. Avoid using outlets on the same circuit as photocopiers or air control systems that regularly switch on and off. Do not let the power cord become damaged or frayed. If you use an extension cord with the printer, make sure the total ampere rating of the devices plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the cords ampere rating. Also, make sure the total of all devices plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed 15 amperes. Except as specifically explained in this guide, do not attempt to service the printer yourself. Unplug the printer and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: If the power cord or plug is damaged; if liquid has entered the printer; if the printer has been dropped or the cabinet damaged; if the printer does not operate normally or exhibits a distinct change in performance. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions.

Contents

Introduction
Options. How to Use This Manual. Warnings, Cautions, and Notes. Chapter 1 Setting Up the printer 1-2 1-4 1-5 1-10 1-10 1-14 1-15 1-15 1-16 1-17 1-3 4
Choosing a Place for the Printer. Unpacking the Printer. Installing the Ribbon Cartridge. Plugging in the Printer. Running the Self Test. Connecting the Printer to Your Computer. Setting Up Your Software. Microsoft Windows and all Windows programs. Checking the printer driver settings. Using non-Windows software. Printer utilities.
Chapter 2 Paper Handling Selecting the Paper Feeding Method. Setting the paper release lever. Using Single Sheets. Loading single sheets from the top. Loading single sheets from the front. Using Continuous Paper. Selecting the tractor position and paper path. Changing tractor positions. Loading the front push tractor. Loading the rear push tractor. Loading the pull tractor. Loading the push/pull tractor. Removing paper from the tractor. Switching Between Continuous Paper and Single Sheets. Switching to single sheets. Switching to continuous paper. Printing on Special Paper. Adjusting the paper thickness lever. Multipart forms. Labels. Envelopes. Postcards. Roll paper. 2-2 2-2 2-3 2-3 2-6 2-8 2-8 2-9 2-12 2-15 2-19 2-22 2-23 2-24 2-24 2-25 2-25 2-26 2-27 2-28 2-29 2-29 2-29

Chapter 3

Using the printer 3-2 3-2 3-4 3-6 3-7 3-7 3-8 3-9 3-13 3-15 3-16 3-17 3-17 3-18
Control Panel. Lights. Buttons. Other control panel features. Changing the Default Settings. Selecting an instruction sheet language. Selecting items and changing settings. Default setting item functions. Micro Adjust. Tear-Off. Using auto tear-off mode. Using the Tear Off/Bin button. Bid Adjustment. Barcode Printing. Chapter 4

Using Printer Options

4-2 4-2 4-4 4-6 4-6 4-7 4-8 4-8 4-9 4-12 4-12 4-14
Cut-Sheet Feeders. Installing the high capacity cut-sheet feeder. Loading paper with the high capacity cut-sheet feeder. Assembling the double bin cut-sheet feeder. Switching between continuous paper and the cut-sheet feeder. Selecting single-sheets, postcards, or envelopes. Pull Tractor. Loading paper with the push tractor and the optional pull tractor. Roll Paper Holder. Interface Cards. Installing an interface card. The C82305] or C82306] serial interface card.

Chapter 5

Maintenance and Transportation

5-2 5-3 5-4

Cleaning the Printer. Replacing the Ribbon. Transporting the Printer. Chapter 6 Troubleshooting Power Supply. Power is not being supplied. Printing. The printer does not print. The print is faint or uneven. Dots are missing in printed characters or graphics. Printed characters are not what you expect. The print position is not what you expect. Paper Handling. Single sheets do not feed properly. Continuous paper does not feed properly. Options. The paper does not feed properly with the cut-sheet feeder. Continuous paper does not feed properly when using the pull tractor with the push tractor.

Caution: If the rated voltage and your outlet voltage do not match, contact your dealer assistance. Do not plug in the power cord. 3. If the power cord is not attached to the printer, connect the
appropriate end to the AC inlet on the printers rear panel. 4. Plug the power cord into a properly grounded electrical outlet.

Running the Self Test

You can run a self test on the printer in near letter quality or draft mode, with either continuous paper or single sheets. You can load the paper from the rear, front, top, or bottom. The following steps describe how to run the test on single-sheet paper, loaded from the top. See Chapter 2 for more information on paper handling.
The printer prints the self test in the currently selected font. 1. 2. Make sure the printer is turned off and the paper path guide is open. Move the paper release lever to the single-sheet position.
For the near letter quality test, hold down the Load/Eject button while you turn on the printer. For draft printing, hold down the LF/FF button while you turn on the printer.
Move the left edge guide until it locks in place next to the arrow guide mark. Then adjust the right edge guide to match the width of your paper.
Caution: Run the self test using paper at least 360 mm (14 inches) wide; otherwise, the print head prints directly on the platen.
5. Lift the paper path guide and rest it against the paper guide.
Insert a sheet of paper between the edge guides until it meets resistance. Make sure you adjust the edge guides to match the width of your paper. After a few seconds, the printer feeds the paper to the loading position and begins printing the self test.
Note: Always close the printer cover before printing. The printer stops priding when the cover is open.
7. 8. To stop the self test temporarily, press the Pause button. To end the self test, press the Pause button, then turn off the printer. Here is part of a typical self test:
Connecting the Printer to Your Computer
If the self test printed correctly, you are ready to connect your printer to the computer. Use a 36-pin cable to connect your computer to your printers built-in parallel interface. Follow these steps: 1. Make sure both the printer and computer are turned off; then plug the cable connector securely into the printers parallel interface connector. Squeeze the wire clips together until they lock in place on either side of the connector.

3. Change the desired settings. 4. Press F1 to save the settings. (The settings are then sent to the

printer.)

5. Press F2 to leave the menu. 6. Type PRNSET (C:\EPREMOTE\PRNSET), and press Enter.
Youll see the printers default settings, which are described in Changing the Default Settings in Chapter 3.
7. Change the desired settings. 8. Press F1 to save your settings and F2 to leave the menu.

Using Epson Calibration

To run the CALIBRAT.EXE utility program, follow these steps: 1. 2. 3. Insert the diskette containing the calibration utility into your computers diskette drive. In DOS, access the drive where you have loaded the diskette. Change the current directory to UTILITY (that is, type A:\UTILITY if the diskette is in drive A). Type CALIBRAT, and press Enter. Follow the instructions on the screen to calibrate your printer.
You can also copy the program from the diskette to your hard disk Then change the current directory (or set the path to the directory), type CALIBRAT, and press Enter.

Paper Handling

Selecting the Paper Feeding Method. 2-2 Setting the paper release lever. 2-2 Using Single Sheets. 2-3 Loading single sheets from the top. 2-3 Loading single sheets from the front. 2-6 Using Continuous Paper. Selecting the tractor position and paper path. Changing tractor positions. Loading the front push tractor. Loading the rear push tractor. Loading the pull tractor. Loading the push/pull tractor. Removing paper from the tractor. 2-8 2-8

Chapter 2

2-12 2-15 2-19 2-22 2-23
Switching Between Continuous Paper and Single Sheets. 2-24 Switching to single sheets. 2-24 Switching to continuous paper. 2-25 Printing on Special Paper. Adjusting the paper thickness lever. Multipart forms. Labels. Envelopes. Postcards. Roll paper. 2-25 2-26 2-27 2-28 2-29 2-29 2-29

Paper Handling 2-1

Selecting the Paper Feeding Method
The printer can accommodate almost any type of paper with front, rear, and bottom paper slots plus a tractor that can be mounted in two different positionsfront and top. This chapter explains the various methods of paper handling and includes recommendations on the feeding methods best suited to your specific needs.

Setting the paper release lever
First you need to set the paper release lever for the type of paper and feeding method you want to use. The paper release lever has four positions, with icons indicating the type of paper and paper path for each position.

2-2 Paper Handling

Single-sheet position-for all single sheets (including envelopes and postcards), whether loaded from front, top, the optional cut-sheet feeders, or the roll paper holder. Front push and front push/pull tractor position-for continuous paper when the tractor unit is installed in the front. Rear push and rear push/pull tractor position-for continuous paper when the tractor unit is installed in the rear. Pull tractor position-for continuous paper when the tractor unit is installed on the top. In this case, you can load paper from the front, rear, or bottom.

Using Single Sheets

You can print on single sheets of paper from 101 to 420 mm (4.0 to 16.5 inches) wide. You can load single sheets from either the top or front of the printer.
Loading single sheets from the top
1. Move the paper release lever to the single-sheet position. Make sure the paper guide is installed and the paper path guide is open.

Paper Handling 2-3

Turn on the printer. Slide the left edge guide until it stops next to the arrow on the paper guide. Then adjust the right edge guide to match the width of your paper.
Lift the paper path guide and rest it against the paper guide.

2-4 Paper Handling

Insert the paper firmly between the edge guides until it meets resistance. After a few seconds, the printer advances the paper to the loading position. You are now ready to print.
Note: Always close the printer cover before printing. The printer stops printing when the cover is open.

Caution:

Do not use the knob on the right side of the printer except to clear paper jams when the printer is off. Otherwise, you may damage the printer or cause it to lose the top-of-form position.
If the platen turns but the printer doesnt load the paper, completely remove the paper and re-insert it more firmly. To eject the paper, press the Load/Eject button.

Paper Handling 2-5

10. Slide the left and right edge guides to the center of the paper guide.

2-14 Paper Handling

11. Turn on the printer. When the printer receives data, it automatically loads the paper before printing.
Note: Always close the printer cover before printing. The printer stops printing when the cover is open. You can also advance the paper to the loading position by pressing the Load/Eject button. Advance the paper behind the printer guide as shown below. Make sure the paper path guide rests against the paper guide.
paper jams when the printer is off. Otherwise, you may damage the printer or cause it to lose the tap-of-form position.
Do not use the knob on the right side of the printer except to clear
Loading the rear push tractor
1. 2. Make sure the printer is turned off. Remove the printer cover and paper guide.

Paper Handling 2-15

3. Make sure the paper release lever is set to the rear push tractor position.
4. Release the sprockets by pushing the sprocket locks forward.

2-16 Paper Handling

Slide the left sprocket to the left margin of the paper using the scale on the printer as shown below. (Printing starts at the 0 mark. See the Appendix for more information on the left margin position.) Then slide the right sprocket to match the width of your paper, but do not lock it.
Make sure your paper has a clean, straight edge. Then open the sprocket covers and fit the holes of the paper over the tractor pins.
Close the sprocket covers.

Paper Handing 2-17

Slide the right sprocket to remove any slack in the paper; then lock it in place. Attach the printer cover and paper guide.
Note: Advance the paper behind the printer guide as shown below. Make sure the paper path guide rests against the paper guide.
10. Slide the left and right edge guides to the center of the paper guide. 11. Turn on the printer. When the printer receives data, it automatically loads the paper before printing.
Note: Always close the printer cover before printing. The printer stops printing when the cover is open. You can also advance the paper to the loading position by pressing the Load/Eject button. Caution: Do not use the knob on the right side of the printer except to clear paper jams when the printer is off. Otherwise, you may damage the printer or cause it to lose the top-of-form position.

2-18 Paper Handling

Loading the pull tractor
1. Make sure the printer is turned off. 2. Remove the printer cover and paper guide. 3. Make sure the tractor is in the pull tractor position and the paper release lever is set to the pull tractor position.
Release the sprockets by pushing the sprocket locks forward.

Paper Handling 2-19

Slide the left sprocket to the left margin of the paper using the scale at the rear of the tractor as a guide. (Printing starts at the 0 mark. See the Appendix for more information on the left margin position.) Then slide the right sprocket to match the width of your paper, but do not lock it.
6. Make sure your paper has a clean, straight edge. Open the sprocket covers and insert paper from either the top, rear, or bottom paper slot. Then fit the holes of the paper over the tractor pins.
8. Slide the right sprocket to remove any slack in the paper; then lock it in place.

2-20 Paper Handling

Attach the printer cover and paper guide. Note:
Advance the paper behind the printer guide as shown below. Make sure the paper path guide rests against the paper guide.
10. Slide the left and right edge guides to the center of the paper guide. 11. Turn on the printer. When the printer receives data, it automatically loads the paper before printing. Note:
Always dose the printer cover before printing. The printer stops printing when the cover is open. You can also advance the paper to the loading position by pressing the Load/Eject button.
Caution: Do not use the knob on the right side of the printer except to clear
paper jams when the printer is off. Otherwise, you may damage the printer or cause it to lose the top-of-form position.

Paper Handling 2-21

Loading the push/pull tractor
To use the push and pull tractors in combination, you must first purchase the optional pull tractor. See Chapter 4 for more information on printer options.
Note: The standard rear push tractor cannot be removed.
To load paper in the tractor, follow these steps: 1. Make sure the tractor is in the push/pull tractor position and the paper release lever is set to either the front push or rear push tractor position. previous sections.
2. Load paper in the front or rear push tractor as described in the 3. Push the LF/FF button to advance the paper to the next page. 4. Fit the paper to the pull tractors sprocket as described in the

Item Character table S e t t i n g s Standard model: Italic, PC 437, PC 850, PC 860, PC 863, PC 865, PC 861, BRASCII, Abicomp, ISO Latin 1, Roman 8 All other models: Italic, PC 437, PC 437 Greek, PC 850, PC 852, PC 853, PC 855, PC 857, PC 866, PC 869, ISO Latin 1T. ISO 8859-7. MAZOWIA, Code MJK, Bulgaria, Estonia, PC774, ISO Latin 2, PC 866 LAT. Italic U.S.A. Italic France, Italic Germany, Italic U.K., Italic Denmark, Italic Sweden, Italic Italy, Italic Spain 3, 3.5, 4, 5.5, 6, 7, 8, 8.5, 11, 70/6, 12, 14.17 inches
International character set for italic table
Page length for front tractor
Item Page length for rear tractor High speed draft Print direction Software Interface mode Auto interface wait time Input buffer Skip-over-perforation Auto tear off Auto line feed Auto CR slash Buzzer Roll paper
Settings 3, 3.5, 4, 5.5, 6, 7, 8.5, 11,70/6, 12, 14, 17 inches

On Off

BI-d., Uni-d. ESC/P, IBM 2381 plus Auto, Parallel I/F, Option I/F 10 sec. 30 sec. On, Off on.011 On. Off on, off on, Off On, Off On, Off On, Off I I
Default setting item functions
This section describes each of the default setting item functions.

Character table

Your printer has 11 standard character tables as well as tables for 19 other countries. See the Appendix for character samples.
International character set for Italic table
You can change 8 characters in the Italic character table to suit your printing needs. Since these characters are often used in other languages, they are named after countries and are referred to as international character sets. See the Appendix for character samples.
Page length for front and rear tractor
For paper fed through the front or rear tractor, you can set the page length to one of the following: 3, 3.5, 4, 5.5, 6, 7, 8, 8.5, 11, 70/6, 12, 14, or 17 inches.

High speed draft

When you select high speed draft, the printer can print up to 440 cps (characters per second) at 10 cpi in draft mode. If you select normal speed draft, it prints up to 330 cps at 10 cpi in draft mode.

Print direction

You can select auto print direction, unidirectional printing, or bidirectional printing. Printing is normally bidirectional; however, unidirectional printing allows for precise vertical printing alignment.

Note: Dont turn on the auto tear-of mode when using the pull tractor. Set auto tear-off mode to off in the Default Setting mode, or avoid touching the Tear Off/Bin button when using the pull tractor.
Using the Tear Off/Bin button
Whether or not the printer is in auto tear-off mode, you can use the Tear Off/Bin button to advance continuous paper to the tear-off position by following the steps below: 1. Make sure printing has finished. Then press the Tear Off/Bin button until the two lights on the control panel start flashing. The printer advances the paper to the tear-off edge. Tear off all printed pages. If the perforation is not aligned with the tear-off edge, adjust the tear-off position using the micro adjust feature. See Micro Adjust, earlier in this chapter.
3. When you resume printing the printer feeds the paper back to the loading position and begins printing. (You can also manually feed the paper back to the loading position by pressing the Tear Off /Bin button.)

Bi-d Adjustment

When using bidirectional printing, you may notice that the lines in your printout are not properly aligned. To correct this problem, use the printers Bid Adjustment mode as follows: 1. 2. Make sure continuous paper is loaded in the printer. Hold down the Pause button while you turn on the printer. The instructions for adjusting Bid alignment are printed, along with the first set of alignment patterns. Follow the instructions on the printout. After completing Bid adjustment, turn off the printer.

Barcode Printing

Your printer has powerful barcode printing capabilities and includes the following resident barcode fonts: EAN-13, EAN-8, Interleaved 2 of 5, UPC-A, UPC-E, Code 39, Code 128, and POSTNET. See the Appendix for more information about the Barcode Print command.

Chapter 4

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 Assembling the double bin cut-sheet feeder. 4-6 Switching between continuous paper and the cut-sheet feeder. 4-6 Selecting single-sheets, postcards, or envelopes. 4-7 Pull Tractor. ,. 4-8 Loading paper with the push tractor and the optional pull tractor. 4-8 Roll Paper Holder. 4-9

Interface Cards. 4-12 Installing an interface card. 4-12 The C82305* or C82306* serial interface card. 4-14
This chapter describes how to use optional equipment with your printer, including cut-sheet feeders, a pull tractor, a roll paper holder, and interface cards.

Cut-Sheet Feeders

Two cut-sheet feeders are available for use with your printer.
Printer model Fx-2170 High capacity (Bin 1) C80673* Second bin (Bin 2) C80674*
The asterisk (*) is a substitute for the last digit, which varies by country, Contact your local EPSON dealer for the part number in your country.
By connecting both cut-sheet feeders, you can operate them as a double bin cut-sheet feeder. This allows you to load two different types of paper. See Assembling the double bin cut-sheet feeder later in this chapter. Before you install your cut-sheet feeder, assemble it by following the instructions in the manual that comes with it.
Note: The second bin cut-sheet feeder can only be used in combination with the high capacity cut-sheet feeder.
Installing the high capacity cut-sheet feeder
1. 2. Make sure the printer is turned off. Remove the paper guide and the printer cover.
3. If the standard tractor is installed in the pull tractor position, remove it. If the optional pull tractor is installed, remove it. In either case, make sure the paper tension unit is not installed.
Note: Store the paper guide and optional pull tractor in a safe place; you will need them if you remove the cut-sheetfeeder.
4. 5. Move the printer head to the ribbon installation position. Hold the cut-sheet feeder in both hands and press back the latch levers on each side. Fit the notches in the cut-sheet feeder over the mounting posts on the printer. Release the latch levers and lower the cut-sheet feeder until it rests on the printer.
Insert the cable into the connector as shown above. Replace the printer cover.
You are now ready to load paper with your cut-sheet feeder. To remove the cut-sheet feeder, reverse the steps above.

loading paper with the high capacity cut-sheet feeder
Load paper using the high capacity cut-sheet feeder as follows: 1. 2. Turn off the printer. Push down the center support. Slide the left paper guide so it is aligned with the arrow mark on the back side of the center support. Next, slide the right paper guide to match the width of your paper. Slide the paper stacker midway between the paper guides.
Pull the paper-set levers all the way forward until the paper guides retract and lock open to allow for paper loading.
Fan a stack of paper (up to 150 sheets); then tap the side and bottom of the stack on a flat surface to even it up.
Caution: Do not use labels in the cut-sheet feeder.
5. 6. Insert the paper along the left paper guide. Adjust the position of the right paper guide so that it matches your papers width. Make sure the position of the guide allows the paper to move up and down freely. Push back the paper-set levers to clamp the paper against the guide rollers. Lift up the center support and select single sheet or continuous paper by moving the paper selection lever as shown below.
Note: When the cut-sheet feeder is installed, you can still load single sheets using the top paper guide or the front paper slot.
The cut-sheet feeder loads paper when you send data to the printer (as long as the Pause light is not on). You can also load paper by pressing the Load/Eject button.
Assembling the double bin cut-sheet feeder
You can connect the high capacity cut-sheet feeder to the second bin cut-sheet feeder to create a double bin cut-sheet feeder. See the cut-sheet feeder option manuals for more information. You cannot use the second bin feeder without the high capacity feeder. 1. Install the assembled double bin cut-sheet feeder on the printer. See Installing the high capacity cut-sheet feeder in the previous section. Select the bin number by pressing the Tear Off/Bin button. The light of the currently selected bin comes on. Note:
programs. See your software manuals for details.
You may be able to specify the bin number using your application
Switching between continuous paper and the cut-sheet feeder
You can easily switch between continuous paper and cut-sheet feeder operation without removing the continuous paper.
1. 2. 3. If any single sheets are in the paper path, press the Load/Eject button to eject them. Move the paper release lever to the push tractor position. Move the paper selection lever to the continuous paper position.
Note: When you print several pages of continuous paper, guide the paper over the center support and out the back of the printer, as it prints. 4-6 Using Printer Options
Switching to the cut-sheet feeder

Paper,

Printer functions table, 3-8-9 Printer stand, l-3 Printer utilites, l-18-20 Problem solving, 6-l-11 Protective materials, saving 14 Pull tractor, 2-3, 2-8, 2-19-21, 4-8 Push tractor, 2-8, 2-22-23, 4-8-9 Push/pub tractor, 2-8, 2-22-23, 4-8-9
Release lever. See Paper release lever Ribbon cartridge installing# 1-5-9 replacing 5-3 Ribbon pack, 5-3 Roll paper, 2-29, 4-9-11 holder, 4-9-11
Safety instructions, vii, viii Second bin cut-sheet feeder, 4-2 Self test, l-10-13 Shield plate, 4-13 Single-sheet paper, 2-3-7, 4-7 loading from front, 2-6-7 loading from top, 2-3-5 Skip-over-perforation, 3-11 Software DOS, l-17-18 setting up, l-15-16 Windows, l-15-16 Special paper, 2-25-29 Specifications, A-l-35
Tear Off /Bin button, 3-4, 3-6 light, 3-2 Tear off feature, 3-16-17 auto tear off, 3-16-17 Testing the printer, 1-10-13 Tractor positions CHANGING, 2-9-11 front push, 2-3, 2-8, 2-12-15 pull, 2-3 ,2-8, 2-19-21, 4-8 push/pull, 2-8, 2-22-23, 4-8-9 rear push, 2-3, 2-8, 2-15-18 selecting 2-8-9 Transporting the printer, 5-4 Troubleshooting, 6-2-12
Unidirectional printing, 3-10, Unpacking the printer, l-4 Utilities EFSON Calibration, l-20 EPSON Remote!, l-18
Voltage, caution, l-4, 1-10
Weight, A-9 Windows, l-15-16 installing printer driver, l-15

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P RODUCT SUPPORT BULLETIN
Date: 07/24/96 PSB No.: 1996.07.001 Reference: Product Specifications Originator: JMV/CEB/LHT Authorization: Affected Product(s): FX-2170, LQ-2170, LQ-2070 Subject: Barcode Printing Commands
This bulletin explains the commands for printing barcodes. Barcode Command: Format: (ASCII) ESC ( B nl n2 k m s IBh 28h 42h nl n2 k m s ww (Decimal) 66 nl n2 k m s Definition: nl = (256 x n2) = 6 + Barcode data k = Barcode type

k (hex) Barcode Type

VI VI VI

v2 v2 v2

c Barcode data c Barcode data c Barcode data
(6 bytes: k, m, s, VI, v2, c)

m = module width

I 24-pin Printer I g-pin Printer (unit = 180 dpi) (unit = 120 dpi) 02 (default) 2 dot 2 dot dot 3 dot dot 4 dot I I 5 dot 5 dot I 05 I I
s = space adjustment value

VI and v2 = bar length

VI and v2 are ignored when POSTNET is selected. Long bar length of POSTNET is always 0.125 inch. Short bar length of POSTNET is always 0.050 inch.