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Easter10 Ref. Guide L Rev.C A5 size cover-2 1-06-98 DR, pass 1 Where to Find Information This User’s Guide Provides you with all the information you need to use your EPSON STYLUS™ COLOR 850 and consumable products, from setting up to troubleshooting. If you use DOS, see Appendix A to get information on installing the printer software, changing the print settings, and maintaining the printer using the control panel. Appendix A also may be useful for Windows and Macintosh users. Online Help (Win
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Easter10 Ref. Guide Proof Sign-off: Ohtera _______ Rev.C R James _______ A5 size Front 1-09-98 DR, pass 3 title page Color Ink Jet Printer 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. The information contained herein is designed only for use with this EPSON printer. EPSON i
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Easter10 Ref. Guide L Rev.C A5 size Front 1-09-98 DR, pass 3 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: Ink Jet Printer Model: P930A Conforms to the following Directive(s) and Norm(s): Directive 89/336/EEC: EN 55022 Class B EN 500
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Easter10 Ref. Guide Rev.C R A5 size Front 1-09-98 DR, pass 3 Contents Safety Instructions Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-1 A few precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-2 ENERGY STAR Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-3 For United Kingdom Users . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-4 Warnings, Cautions, and Notes . . . . . .
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Easter10 Ref. Guide L Rev.C A5 size Front 1-09-98 DR, pass 3 Using Your Printer on a Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-21 With Windows 95 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-21 With Windows NT 4.0 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-23 Connecting the Printer to Your Macintosh . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-26 Using the built-in serial interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Easter10 Ref. Guide Rev.C R A5 size Front 1-09-98 DR, pass 3 Checking Printer Status (for Windows 95 and 3.1) . . . . . . . 4-19 Using EPSON Status Monitor 2 (for Windows 95 only) . . 4-22 Getting Information Through Online Help . . . . . . . . . . . 4-28 Accessing help from your application . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-28 Accessing help from Windows 95 or NT 4.0 . . . . . . . . . 4-28 Accessing help from Windows 3.1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-
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Easter10 Ref. Guide L Rev.C A5 size Front 1-09-98 DR, pass 3 Chapter 7 Using Optional Interfaces Available Interfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2 Installing Optional Interfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-3 Using the serial interface card (C82305 ] /C82306 ] ) . . . . . 7-5 Chapter 8 Maintenance and Transportation Replacing an Ink Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Easter10 Ref. Guide Rev.C R A5 size Front 1-09-98 DR, pass 3 Appendix A Using the Printer with DOS Installing the Printer Software for DOS Programs . . . . . . . A-2 Changing the Print Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-3 Using the default settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-4 Changing the default settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-7 Selecting fonts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Easter10 Ref. Guide L Rev.C A5 size Front 1-09-98 DR, pass 3 Command List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-14 ESC/P 2 control codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-14 IBM X24E emulation control codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-15 Character Tables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-16 International character sets . . . . . . . . . .
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Easter10 Ref. Guide Proof Sign-off: Ohtera _______ Rev.C R James _______ A5 size Introduction 1-06-98 DR, pass 2 Safety Instructions Important Safety Instructions Read all of these instructions and save them for later reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the printer. q Do not place the printer on an unstable surface or near a radiator or heat source. q Place the printer on a flat surface. The printer will not operate properly if it is tilted or at an angle. q Do not block
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Easter10 Ref. Guide L Rev.C A5 size Introduction 1-06-98 DR, pass 2 q 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. q If you plan to use the printer in
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Easter10 Ref. Guide Rev.C R A5 size Introduction 1-06-98 DR, pass 2 q Do not dismantle the ink cartridges or try to refill them. This could damage the print heads. q Once you install an ink cartridge, do not open the clamp or remove the cartridge except to replace it. The cartridge may become unusable otherwise. q Install the ink cartridge immediately after you remove it from its package. Leaving the cartridge unpacked for a long time before use may reduce print quality. q Do not use an ink
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Easter10 Ref. Guide L Rev.C A5 size Introduction 1-06-98 DR, pass 2 For United Kingdom Users Use of options EPSON (UK) LTD 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) LTD. Safety information Warning: This appliance must be earthed. Refer to rating plate for voltage and check that the appliance voltage corresponds to w the supply v
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Easter10 Ref. Guide Rev.C R A5 size Introduction 1-06-98 DR, pass 2 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. Warnings, Cautions, and Notes Warnings must be followed carefully 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. Safety Instructions 5
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Easter10 Ref. Guide L Rev.C A5 size Introduction 1-06-98 DR, pass 2 6 Safety Instructions
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Easter10 Ref. Guide Proof Sign-off: R Ohtera _______ Rev.C James _______ A5 size Chapter 1 1-07-98 DR, pass 2 Chapter 1 1 Getting to Know Your Printer Printer Parts and Control Panel Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4 When using your printer with a PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4 When using your printer with a Macintosh . . . . . . . . . 1-5 Options and Consumab
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Easter10 Ref. Guide L Rev.C A5 size Chapter 1 1-07-98 DR, pass 2 Printer Parts and Control Panel Functions paper support extension paper support edge guides printer cover sheet feeder tab e4 output tray extension output tray ink cartridge clamps black print head control panel cleaning button load/eject button e5a power button color print head cleaning button adjust lever 1-2 Getting to Know Your Printer
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Easter10 Ref. Guide R Rev.C A5 size Chapter 1 1-07-98 DR, pass 2 Buttons 1 Buttons Function Loads and ejects paper. Starts charging ink (after you finish the ink cartridge E replacement procedure). load/eject Turns the printer on and off. Clears the print buffer if pressed twice while the P power is on. power Cleans the black print head if pressed for about three seconds. Starts the black ink cartridge replacement Y black print B procedure if pressed while the ink o
