Epson LQ-590II 24-Pin Dot Matrix Printer User Manual

1. Introducció

The Epson LQ-590II is a robust 24-pin dot matrix printer designed for critical daily print requirements. It offers durability, ease of use, and a long life cycle, making it suitable for various business environments. This printer is engineered for seamless integration into existing systems and handles a variety of paper types, including multipart forms up to seven pages thick.

Figura 1.1: Frontal view of the Epson LQ-590II Dot Matrix Printer.

Característiques principals:

• Durable 24-pin impact printing mechanism.
• Print speeds up to 584 characters per second (cps).
• Low cost of ownership with long-lasting ribbon cartridges.
• Advanced paper handling for cut-sheet, continuous, and multipart forms.
• Intuitive control panel for easy setup and operation.

2. Informació de seguretat

Si us plau, llegiu totes les instruccions de seguretat abans d'utilitzar la impressora per evitar lesions o danys. Conserveu aquest manual per a futures consultes.

• Assegureu-vos que la impressora estigui col·locada sobre una superfície estable i anivellada.
• No bloquejar les obertures de ventilació.
• Feu servir només el cable d'alimentació que s'inclou amb la impressora.
• No intenteu fer la reparació de la impressora vosaltres mateixos. Envieu totes les tasques de reparació a personal de servei qualificat.
• Nota important: An interface cable is not included with the printer and must be purchased separately.

3. Configuració

3.1 Desembalatge i inspecció inicial

Carefully remove the printer from its packaging. Check for any visible damage. Ensure all components listed in the packing materials are present.

3.2 Connexió de la impressora

Connect the power cord to the printer and a grounded electrical outlet. Connect the printer to your computer using a compatible interface cable (USB or Parallel). The interface cable is not included.

Figura 3.1: posterior view of the printer showing USB and Parallel ports.

3.3 Instal·lació del cartutx de cinta

1. Obriu la coberta de la impressora.
2. Carefully insert the ribbon cartridge into its designated slot, ensuring it clicks into place.
3. Turn the ribbon feed knob to ensure the ribbon is taut and properly aligned.
4. Tanqueu la coberta de la impressora.

3.4 Càrrega de paper

3.4.1 Loading Continuous Forms (Tractor Feed)

For continuous forms, the rear tractor unit must be installed. If not already installed, remove the paper tensioner and attach the rear tractor pull unit. Feed the continuous paper from the rear of the printer, aligning the sprocket holes with the tractor pins. Adjust the paper guides to fit the paper width.

Figure 3.2: Continuous paper loaded into the printer's rear tractor feed.

3.4.2 Loading Cut-Sheet Paper

For single sheets or stacks of cut-sheet paper, load the paper into the sheet feeder. The printer will automatically sense the paper and load it without requiring a button press. Ensure the paper guides are adjusted to the paper width.

Figure 3.3: Cut-sheet paper loaded into the printer's sheet feeder.

3.5 Instal·lació del controlador

Insert the provided CD-ROM into your computer's drive. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the printer drivers. The installation process is designed to be straightforward, especially for Windows 10 operating systems. If a CD-ROM drive is not available, drivers can typically be downloaded from the official Epson support weblloc.

4. Instruccions de funcionament

4.1 Tauler de control acabatview

The control panel provides access to various printer functions and settings. Familiarize yourself with the buttons and indicators:

• Font: Selects different print fonts.
• Pitch: Adjusts character pitch (e.g., 10cpi, 12cpi, 15cpi, 17cpi, 20cpi).
• Tear Off/Bin: Advances continuous paper to the tear-off position or switches between paper bins.
• Load/Eject: Loads or ejects cut-sheet paper.
• Bloqueig: Bloqueja el tauler de control per evitar canvis accidentals.
• Pausa: Temporarily stops printing.
• Micro Adjust: Fine-tunes paper position.
• Menú: Accesses advanced printer settings.

4.2 Impressió de documents

Once the printer is connected, drivers are installed, and paper is loaded, you can print documents from your computer's applications. Select the Epson LQ-590II as your printer and adjust print settings as needed within your application.

Figure 4.1: The printer in operation, handling a multi-part form.

4.3 Using Multi-Part Forms

The LQ-590II is capable of printing on multi-part forms up to seven pages thick. Ensure the paper thickness lever (if present) is adjusted correctly for optimal print quality and to prevent paper jams.

4.4 Low Noise Setting

For quieter operation, the printer features a low noise setting. This can typically be activated through the control panel menu or printer driver settings. Refer to the detailed user guide on the installation CD for specific instructions on enabling this feature.

5. Manteniment

5.1 Substitució del cartutx de cinta

When print quality degrades or the ribbon is depleted, replace the ribbon cartridge. Ribbon cartridges for the LQ-590II are designed for long life and are cost-effective. To replace:

1. Apagueu la impressora i obriu la coberta de la impressora.
2. Remove the old ribbon cartridge by lifting it out.
3. Unpack the new ribbon cartridge and install it, ensuring it snaps into place.
4. Turn the ribbon feed knob to ensure proper ribbon tension.
5. Tanqueu la coberta de la impressora.

5.2 Neteja de la impressora

Netegeu periòdicament l'exterior de la impressora amb un drap suau i sec.amp cloth. Avoid using abrasive cleaners or solvents. Ensure no dust or debris accumulates in the paper path or around the print head.

6. Solució De Problemes

6.1 Problemes comuns i solucions

• La impressora no respon: Check power connections, interface cable connections, and ensure the printer is turned on. Verify the correct printer driver is selected on your computer.
• Embussos de paper: Turn off the printer, carefully remove any jammed paper from the paper path. Ensure paper guides are correctly set for the paper size.
• Mala qualitat d'impressió: Replace the ribbon cartridge if the print is faded. Ensure the paper thickness lever is set correctly. Clean the print head if necessary (refer to the full manual for instructions).
• Continuous Beeping (e.g., 3 beeps): This often indicates a paper-related issue, such as continuous paper not being loaded correctly or a paper out error. Reload the continuous paper, ensuring the tractor feed is properly engaged and the paper tensioner is removed if using the rear tractor pull. Check for any obstructions in the paper path.

6.2 Error Indicators

Refer to the printer's control panel lights for error indications. Consult the comprehensive user manual (available on the installation CD or Epson's website) for a detailed list of error codes and their corresponding solutions.

7. Especificacions

8. Garantia i Suport

8.1 Informació de la garantia

The Epson LQ-590II printer comes with a Limited Warranty. For specific terms and conditions, including warranty duration and coverage details, please refer to the warranty documentation included with your product or visit the official Epson weblloc.

8.2 Atenció al client

Per obtenir assistència tècnica, descàrregues de controladors o més informació, visiteu el lloc web d'assistència oficial d'Epson. website or contact Epson customer service. Have your printer model number (LQ-590II) and serial number ready when contacting support.