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Loire2 Ref. Guide L Rev.c A5 size cover-2 11-11-96 DR, pass 0 Where to Find Information This User’s Guide Provides you with all the information you need to use your EPSON Stylus Color 1520 and consumable products, from setting up to troubleshooting. Online Help Provides you with detailed information and instructions on the Windows printer software that controls your printer. See Chapter 3 for information on accessing online help. Color Guide Explains the ABC’s of color printing and shows you ho
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Proof Sign-off: Loire2 Ref. Guide Fujimori _______ Rev.c Grady _______ R A5 size Front 11-11-96 DR, pass 0 title page stylus 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.
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Loire2 Ref. Guide L Rev.c A5 size Front 11-11-96 DR, pass 0 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 Type Name: EPSON Stylus COLOR 1520 Model: P892A Conforms to the following Directive(s) and Norm(s): Directive 8
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Loire2 Ref. Guide Rev.c R A5 size Front 11-11-96 DR, pass 0 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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Loire2 Ref. Guide L Rev.c A5 size Front 11-11-96 DR, pass 0 Connecting the Printer to Your Macintosh . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-22 Using the built-in serial interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-22 Using an optional EPSON interface card . . . . . . . . . . . 2-23 Installing the Printer Software in Your Macintosh . . . . . . . . 2-24 Installing the printer software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-24 Printer software compone
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Loire2 Ref. Guide Rev.c R A5 size Front 11-11-96 DR, pass 0 Chapter 5 Starting to Print with Macintosh Before Starting to Print . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2 Loading Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2 Starting to Print . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6 Chapter 6 Using the Printer Software for Macintosh Introducing the Printer Software Functions
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Loire2 Ref. Guide L Rev.c A5 size Front 11-11-96 DR, pass 0 Printing on Continuous Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-9 Loading continuous paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-9 Removing continuous paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-14 Tips on using continuous paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-16 Adjusting the loading position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-16 Adjusting
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Loire2 Ref. Guide Rev.c R A5 size Front 11-11-96 DR, pass 0 Chapter 10 Troubleshooting Diagnosing a Problem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-2 Error indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-2 Status Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-4 Self testing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-4 Hex dump mode . . .
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Loire2 Ref. Guide L Rev.c A5 size Front 11-11-96 DR, pass 0 Appendix C Specifications Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-2 Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-2 Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-4 Ink cartridges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-10 Mechanic
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Loire2 Ref. Guide Proof Sign-off: Fujimori _______ Rev.c R Grady _______ A5 size Introduction 11-11-96 DR, pass 0 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. ❑ Do not place the printer on an unstable surface or near a radiator or heat source. ❑ Place the printer on a flat surface. The printer will not operate properly if it is tilted or at an angle. ❑ Do not block
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Loire2 Ref. Guide L Rev.c A5 size Introduction 11-11-96 DR, pass 0 ❑ 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. ❑ If you plan to use the printer in
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Loire2 Ref. Guide Rev.c R A5 size Introduction 11-11-96 DR, pass 0 ❑ Once you install an ink cartridge, do not open the clamp or remove the cartridge except to replace it with a new one. The cartridge may become unusable otherwise. ❑ Install the ink cartridge immediately after you remove it from its package. Leaving the cartridge unpacked for a long time before use may result in reduced print quality. ❑ Do not use an ink cartridge beyond the date printed on the cartridge carton. For best result
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Loire2 Ref. Guide L Rev.c A5 size Introduction 11-11-96 DR, pass 0 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 w the supp
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Loire2 Ref. Guide Rev.c R A5 size Introduction 11-11-96 DR, pass 0 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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Loire2 Ref. Guide L Rev.c A5 size Introduction 11-11-96 DR, pass 0 6 Safety Instructions
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Loire2 Ref. Guide Proof Sign-off: R Fujimori _______ Rev.c Grady _______ A5 size Chapter 1 11-11-96 DR, pass 0 Chapter 1 1 Getting to Know Your Printer Printer Parts and Control Panel Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6 When using your printer with a PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6 When using your printer with a Macintosh . . . . . . . . . 1-6 Options and Consuma
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Loire2 Ref. Guide L Rev.c A5 size Chapter 1 11-11-96 DR, pass 0 Printer Parts and Control Panel Functions black ink cartridge clamp printer cover paper-release adjust lever lever !a104 color ink cartridge clamp knob control panel (see next page) tear-off edge edge guides (manual feed slot) center support output tray a102 edge guides rear edge guide paper support center support manual feed a103 optional interface guide cover parallel interface AC inlet serial interface tractor feeder 1-2 G
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Loire2 Ref. Guide R Rev.c A5 size Chapter 1 11-11-96 DR, pass 0 Control Panel 1 !PANEL-E Buttons Buttons Function Operate P Turns the printer on and off. LF/FF Feeds paper line by line. Loads a single sheet or advances continuous or banner paper to the next top-of-form position if held down. Load/Eject When paper is not loaded: Loads a sheet of paper or a single sheet of continuous paper. When paper is loaded: Ejects a sheet of paper. Feeds continuous paper backward to the paper-park positio
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Loire2 Ref. Guide L Rev.c A5 size Chapter 1 11-11-96 DR, pass 0 Buttons Function Micro Adjust D Adjusts the loading position or tear-off position for continuous paper. Press the Micro Adjust D button to Micro Adjust U feed paper forward or press Micro Adjust U to feed paper backward. Micro Adjust settings are saved in the printer’s memory. See Chapter 7 for details on adjusting the loading position or tear-off position. Alt Moves the carriage to the ink cartridge install position if held down f
