Epson EPL N2550 User Manual

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An undefined error occurs (Macintosh only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 271
Insufficient memory to print data (Macintosh only) . . . . . . . 271
Printing in the PCL6 Mode Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272
The printer does not print . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272
The font on the printout is different from that on 
the screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272
The edges of texts and/or images are not smooth  . . . . . . . . 272
Appendix A  Where To Get Help
Technical Support Web Site . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273
Contacting Customer Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273
Before Contacting Epson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273
Appendix B  Technical Specifications
Paper  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275
Available paper types  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276
Paper that should not be used  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 276
Printable area  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277
Printer  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 279
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 279
Environmental  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 280
Mechanical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 280
Electrical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281
Standard and approvals  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281
Interfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 282
Parallel interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 282
USB interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 282
Ethernet interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 282
Options and Consumable Products  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 283
550-Sheet Universal Paper Cassette Unit  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 283
Duplex Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 284
Memory module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 284
Imaging cartridges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 285
Fuser unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 285
 
						

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Appendix C  Information about Fonts
Working with Fonts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  286
EPSON BarCode Fonts (Windows Only). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  286
Available fonts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  309
Adding more fonts  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  317
Selecting fonts  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  317
Downloading fonts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  317
EPSON Font Manager (Windows Only)  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  318
Symbol Sets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  320
Introduction to symbol sets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  320
In the LJ4 Emulation Mode  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  321
In the ESC/P 2 or FX Modes  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  325
In the I239X Emulation Mode  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  328
In the PCL6 Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  328
Index
 
						

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Safety Instructions
Safety
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes
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 on the operation of your 
printer.
Safety precautions
Be sure to follow the precautions carefully to ensure safe, efficient 
operation:
 
						

							14Safety Instructions ❏Because the printer weighs approximately 19.5 kg (43 lb) 
without the imaging cartridge and optional products 
installed, one person should not lift or carry it. Two people 
should carry the printer, lifting it by the correct positions as 
shown below.
 
						

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❏Be careful not to touch the fuser, which is marked CAUTION 
HOT SURFACE and CAUTION HIGH TEMPERATURE, or the 
surrounding areas. If the printer has been in use, the fuser and 
the surrounding areas may be very hot. If you must touch one 
of these areas, wait 40 minutes to allow the heat to subside 
before doing so.
a. CAUTION HOT SURFACE
b. CAUTION HIGH TEMPERATURE
❏Do not insert your hand deep into the fuser unit as some 
components are sharp and may cause injury.
❏Avoid touching the components inside the printer unless 
instructed to do so in this guide.
❏Never force the printer’s components into place. Although the 
printer is designed to be sturdy, rough handling can damage 
it.
❏When handling an imaging cartridge, always place it on a 
clean, smooth surface.
❏Do not attempt to modify an imaging cartridge or take it apart. 
It cannot be refilled.
b a
 
						

							16Safety Instructions ❏Do not touch the toner. Keep the toner away from your eyes.
❏Do not dispose of used imaging cartridges or fuser units in 
fire, as they can explode and cause injury. Dispose of them 
according to local regulations.
❏If toner is spilled, use a broom and dustpan or a damp cloth 
with soap and water to clean it up. Because the fine particles 
can cause a fire or explosion if they come into contact with a 
spark, do not use a vacuum cleaner.
❏Wait at least one hour before using an imaging cartridge after 
moving it from a cool to a warm environment to prevent 
damage from condensation.
❏Do not open the drum’s protective cover and avoid exposing 
an imaging cartridge to room light any longer than necessary. 
Overexposing the cartridge may cause abnormally dark or 
light areas to appear on the printer page and reduce the life 
of the cartridge.
 
						

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❏To prevent damage from condensation, do not place the 
printer in a location subject to extreme or rapid changes in 
temperature or humidity, and do not move it from a cool to a 
warm environment.
❏Be sure to keep consumable components out of the reach of 
children.
❏Do not leave jammed paper inside the printer. This can cause 
the printer to overheat.
❏Avoid sharing outlets with other appliances.
❏Use only an outlet that meets the power requirements of this 
printer.
Important Safety Instructions
Read all of the following instructions before operating your 
printer:
When choosing a place and power source for the printer
❏Place the printer near an electrical outlet where you can easily 
plug in and unplug the power cord.
❏Do not place the printer on an unstable surface.
❏Do not put your printer where the cord will be stepped on.
❏Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are 
provided for ventilation. Do not block or cover them. Do not 
put the printer on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface or 
in a built-in installation unless proper ventilation is provided.
❏All interface connectors for this printer are Non-LPS 
(non-limited power source).
 
						

							18Safety Instructions ❏Connect your printer to an electrical outlet that meets the 
power requirements of this printer. Your printer’s power 
requirements are indicated on a label attached to the printer. 
If you are not sure of the power supply specifications in your 
area, contact your local power company or consult your 
dealer.
❏If you are unable to insert the AC plug into the electrical 
outlet, contact an electrician.
❏Avoid using outlets that other appliances are plugged into.
❏Use the type of power source indicated on the label. If you are 
not sure of the type of power available, consult your dealer or 
local power company.
❏If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact a 
qualified electrician.
❏When connecting this product to a computer or other device 
with a cable, ensure the correct orientation of the connectors. 
Each connector has only one correct orientation. Inserting a 
connector in the wrong orientation may damage both devices 
connected by the cable.
❏If you use an extension cord, make sure that the total of the 
ampere ratings on the products plugged into the extension 
cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating.
❏Unplug this printer from the wall outlet and refer servicing 
to a qualified service representative under the following 
conditions:
A. When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
B. If liquid has been spilled into it.
C. If it has been exposed to rain or water.
 
						

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When using the printer 
❏The printer weighs about 19.5 kg (43 lb). One person should 
not attempt to lift or carry the printer. Two people should 
carry it.
❏Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the printer.
❏Unplug this printer from the wall outlet before cleaning.
❏Use a well-wrung cloth for cleaning and do not use liquid or 
aerosol cleaners.
❏Do not use aerosol products that contain flammable gases 
inside or around this product. Doing so may cause fire.
❏Avoid touching the components inside the printer unless 
instructed to do so in the printer’s documentation.
❏Never force printer components into place. Although the 
printer is designed to be sturdy, rough handling can damage 
it.
❏Be sure to keep consumables out of the reach of children. D. If it does not operate normally when the operating 
instructions are followed. Adjust only those controls 
that are covered by the operating instructions since 
improper adjustment of other controls may result in 
damage and will often require extensive work by a 
qualified technician to restore the product to normal 
operation.
E. If it has been dropped or the cabinet has been 
damaged.
F. If it exhibits a distinct change in performance, 
indicating a need for service.
 
						

							20Safety Instructions ❏Do not use printer in a damp environment.
❏Do not leave jammed paper inside the printer. This can cause 
the printer to overheat.
❏Never push objects of any kind through cabinet slots as they 
may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that 
could result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
❏Never spill liquid of any kind on the printer.
❏Except as specifically explained in the printer’s 
documentation, do not attempt to service this product 
yourself.
❏Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating 
instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may 
result in damage and may require repair by a qualified service 
representative.
ENERGY STAR® compliance
As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Epson has 
determined that this product meets the ENERGY 
STAR 
® guidelines for energy efficiency.
The International ENERGY STAR
® Office Equipment Program is 
a voluntary partnership with the computer and office equipment 
industry to promote the introduction of energy-efficient personal 
computers, monitors, printers, fax machines, copiers, scanners, 
and multifunction devices, and in an effort to reduce air pollution 
caused by power generation. Their standards and logos are 
uniform among participating nations.