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MX-8 0 EPSON DOT MATRIX PRINTER TYPE I I Operation Manual EPSON P8190014-2.
TABLE OF CONTENTS GENERAL DESCRIPTION ....................................... . 1 1. Introduction ................................................. . 1 2. Characteristics ............................................... . 2 INSTALLATION OF MX-80 TYPE II .
OPERATIO N ........................................... . 1. Switches and Indicator s ................................ . 1.1. Switche s .......................................... . 1.2. Indicator s ......................................... . 1.3. Printer initial chec k .
LIST OF FIGURES Fig. 1 EPSON MX-80 Type II and MX-80 F/T Type II Dot Matrix Printers ... 1 Fig. 2 Contents of Carton ........................................ . 4 Fig. 3 Laying Printer on Firm Surface .............................. . 5 Fig. 4 Assembly Tools .
Fig. 41 Alignment of Side Edges ................. . Fig. 42 Form Position Setting Mark ............... . Fig. 43 Print Area ............................. . Fig. 44 Setting of Cut Paper Sheet ................ . Fig. 45 Printer with Cut Paper Sheet Set Completely .
LIST OF TABLES Table 1 Interface Signals in Paper-Out Statu s Table 2 Functions and Conditions of DIP Switch No. 1 Table 3 Character Size and Maximum Column Length Table 4 Functions and Conditions of DIP Switch No.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION 1. Introduction Ideal for computer business applications, the MX-80 Type II Dot Matrix Printer is the latest extension of EPSON advanced printer technology. This new printer couples innovative design and precision manufacturing with long life, low cost, light weight and superior performance.
2. Characteristics The MX-80 Type II and MX-80 F/T Type II have been designed as a printer with versatile functions to meet a wide range of applications from small business to home uses and even for hobbies. The following is a brief summary of their major characteristics.
INSTALLATION OF MX-80 TYPE II 1. Unpacking Before removing the MX-80 Type I I from the carton, check the box for evidence of shipping damage or mishandling. If such evidence is present, notify the carrier immediately. 1.1. Unpacking steps Unpacking steps are as follows: STEP 1.
1. MX-80 Type I I Dot Matrix Printer 1 2. Separator 1 3. Cartridge Ribbon 1 4. Power Cord (Only European Type 220/240V) 1 5. MX-80 Type I I Operation Manual 1 Fig.
3. Installation of the Printer (1) Operating site selection When installing the MX-80 Type I I, observe the following instructions. (a) Place the Printer on a bench, tabletop or any other convenient flat surface with enough room for the separator in the back of the Printer.
(2) Removal of protective paper for paper end detector The MX-80 Type II is provided with a protective paper inserted between the inner and outer paper guides to protect the paper end detector from damage due to shocks or vibrations during transportation.
Right Side of the Printer Fig. 5 Removal of Shipping Screws NOTE: Save the two shipping screws for possible future use. < SUPPLEMENT > l If the printer lid is an obstacle when removing the shipping screws, be sure to take off the printer lid by observing the following steps.
When remounting the printer lid, be sure to observe the following steps: STEP 1. Fit the right side of the printer lid onto the projection located at the right corner of the Printer’s upper case. (See Fig. 7.) STEP 2. Fit the left side of the printer lid onto the left projection and push the printer lid down, Fig.
STEP 4. Put the ribbon between the head nose and the ribbon mask. In this case, the ribbon can be set easily by hooking it to the edge of the head nose and turning the ribbon feeding knob of the cartridge case in the direction of the arrow (i.e., counterclockwise) while depressing the ribbon with a ball-point pen.
5. Separator Installation The separator of the Printer contributes to smooth paper feeding. Set the separator by inserting its edge into the two holes located at the rear part of the frame of the printer mechanism. (See Fig. 11.) Fig. 11 Separator Installation 6.
Fig. 12 Insertion of Fanfold Paper STEP 5. Push the paper into the insertion slot between the paper guides at the rear part of the printer mechanism. NOTE: Be sure to pass the paper beneath the upper paper guide. STEP 6. After the leading edge of the paper has emerged from the Printer, pull it out gently to some length.
STEP 7. Raise the two sprocket lock levers to loosen, and adjust the sprocket pin position to the paper width. (See Fig. 13.) Fig. 13 Raising of Sprocket Lock Levers STEP 8. Engage the paper feed holes of the paper on the feeding pins, push the scale back into position, and adjust the tension of the paper.
STEP 9. Put the printer lid on the Printer. Fig. 15 Printer with Fanfold Paper Set Completely NOTE: When the MX-80 Type II is to be used on a desk or a bench, arrangement of the fanfold paper in parallel with the MX-80 Type II as shown below will permit the paper to be folded in an accordion style.
6.3. Column layout on fanfold paper When fanfold paper of from 4” to 10” in width is supplied with the MX-80 Type I I, the graduations on the scale can be used as the indexes of print column positions (1 to 80).
7. Gap Adjustment The adjustment of a gap between the head nose and the platen is used to adjust the printing pressure as well as to suit paper of a different thickness. (1) Move the head adjusting lever (located on the left frame of the Printer) forward or backward to adjust the gap between the head nose and the platen.
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INSTALLATION OF MX-80 F/T TYPE II 1. Unpacking Before removing the MX-80 F/T Type II from the carton, check the box for evidence of shipping damage or mishandling. If such evidence is present, notify the carrier immediately. 1.1. Unpacking steps Unpacking steps are as follows: STEP 1.
1. MX-80 F/T Type II Dot Matrix Printer 1 2. Separator 1 3. Cartridge Ribbon 1 4. Power Cord (Only European Type 220/24OV) 1 5. MX-80 F/T Type I I Operation Manual 1 Fig. 19 Contents of Carton 3. Installation of the Printer (1) Operating site selection When installing the MX-80 F/T Type I I, observe the following instructions.
(e) Avoid use of the Printer in humid locations or in the vicinity of heat generating sources such as heater, etc. Fig. 20 Laying Printer on Firm Surface (2) Removal of protective paper for paper end .
(4) Removal of shipping screws The purpose of the shipping screws is to protect the MX-80 F/T Type I I against any damage that may be caused by shocks or vibrations during transportation. Therefore, before operating the MX-80 F/T Type II, remove the screws as described below.
STEP 1. Stand the printer lid upright. STEP 2. Push the printer lid toward the right and pull up its left side. (See Figs 23 (1) and (2).) NOTE: The printer lid shown in Fig.
4. Cartridge Ribbon Setting EPSON’s Cartridge Ribbon is compact, long-lasting, and very easy to set and remove. Furthermore, you have no need to soil your fingers in handling it. STEP 1. Open the printer lid (or remove it). STEP 2. Confirm that the scale (paper retainer) is turned toward the platen and is touching.
NOTES: 1. Incorrect setting of the ribbon may cause it to come off. (See Fig. 26.) 2. Confirm that the ribbon is neither twisted nor creased and that the cartridge is set properly. Fig. 26 Examples of Correct and Incorrect Ribbon Setting 5. Separator Installation The separator of the Printer contributes to smooth paper feeding.
6. Dismounting of Tractor Unit The tractor unit of the MX-80 F/T Type I I is detachable. If it is an obstacle when using roll paper, it can be taken out as follows; STEP 1. Release the lock levers of the tractor unit by pulling in the direction as shown in Fig.
7. Paper Loading 7.1. Fanfold paper 7.1.1. Loading of fanfold paper The MX-80 F/T Type I I Printer accommodates fanfold paper from 4” to 10” in width. To load the fanfold paper, observe the following procedure. STEP 1. Raise the printer lid. STEP 2.
STEP 8. Raise the two sprocket lock levers to loosen, and adjust the sprocket pin position to the paper width. (See Fig. 31.) STEP 6. Engage the paper feed holes of the paper on the feeding pins, push the scale back into position, and adjust the tension of the paper.
STEP 10. Put the printer lid on the Printer. (See Fig. 33.) NOTE: When the MX-80 F/T Type I I is to be used on a desk or a bench, arrange- ment of the fanfold paper in parallel with the MX-80 F/T Type II as shown below will permit the paper to be folded in an accordion style.
7.1.3. Column layout on fanfold paper When fanfold paper of from 4” to 10” in width is supplied with the MX-80 F/T Type II, the graduations on the scale can be used as the indexes of print column positions (1 to 80).
7.2. Roll paper 7.2.1. Roll paper holder EPSON offers the roll paper holder as an optional accessory for the MX-80 F/T Type II. See Appendix 7 for the assembly instructions on Roll Paper Holder. 7.2.2. Loading of roll paper The MX-80 F/T Type II accommodates a roll of single ply paper measuring 8.
7.3. Cut paper sheet 7.3.1. Loading of cut paper sheet The MX-80 F/T Type I I accommodates cut paper sheets measuring 8.3” to 8.5” in width. To load a cut paper sheet, observe the following procedure. STEP 1. Raise the printer lid. STEP 2. Unlock the release lever.
STEP 6. Lock the release lever. STEP 7. While turning the manual paper feed knob clockwise, confirm that the paper advances straight up. (See Fig. 40.) Fig.
b) If the cut paper sheet or form is not long enough to align the side edges, align the top edge of the paper with the form position setting mark on the tractor unit. (See Fig. 42.) Fig. 42 Form Position Setting Mark The print area on the cut paper sheet (when printing it with the tractor unit installed) is shown in Fig.
Fig. 44 Setting of Cut Paper Sheet NOTES: 1. The Paper End Detector function may be disabled under software control (ESC 8; refer to page 66) provided printing is left off within 7.5 mm from the paper bottom edge. 2. If the paper is set on the line marked l/4 as shown in Fig.
8. Gap Adjustment The adjustment of a gap between the head nose and the platen is used to adjust the printing pressure as well as to suit paper of a different thickness. (1) Move the head adjusting lever (located on the left frame of the Printer) forward or backward to adjust the gap between the head nose and the platen.
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OPERATION 1. Switches and Indicators There are three switches and four indicators (green LED’s) on the control panel and one power switch on the right side of the Printer case. In this section, panel operating procedures are covered in sufficient detail for the user to become familiar with the Printer.
FF SW: (Form Feed) LF SW: (Line Feed) When this switch is depressed once, the paper is advanced vertically to the next Top of Form position. This switch must be depressed while the Printer is OFF-LINE. Otherwise, the form feed operation will not be carried out.
1.3. Printer initial check Take the following steps and become familiar with the Printer. -38 -.
2. Buzzer The buzzer is located inside the Printer case, and sounds for about one second when the Printer receives BE L code (<O7>H). (See page 66 for the BE L code.
(2) When the Printer falls into paper-out status, it is automatically put in the OFF-LINE state and paper advancement can be performed by depressing the LF switch. After setting new paper in the Printer, depress the ON LINE switch so that the Printer may resume operation.
5. Setting of DIP Switches In order to suit the user’s specific requirements, desired control modes are selectable by the two built-in DIP switches. The DIP switches (SW1 and SW2) located on the control circuit board of the Printer are as shown in Fig.
Tip the printer right side up again. Gently loosen the upper case. Lift up the cover from the left side. And then pull out the wires hooked to the control panel on the right.
See the inside of the printer before you set the switches. The printer consists of a printer mechanism, a controller, a transformer and filter circuit board, and a control panel.
Position the printer as shown in Fig. 53. There are two “DIP” (DUAL IN-LINE PACKAGE) switches in the HMTP board. (See Fig. 54.) The switches set to the left are ON . . . to the right are OFF. (See Fig. 55.) Each switch No. of the DIP switch functions as described below.
5.1. Setting of DIP Switch No. 1 The DIP switch No. 1 consists of the following 8 pins. A summary of the functions of the respective DIP switch pins and their preset conditions at the time of shipment are shown in Table 2. Table 2 Functions and Conditions of DIP Switch No.
(8) Character sizes and maximum column lengths can be specified as follows; Table 3 Character Size and Maximum Column Length Pin number Character size Maximum Default SW1-3 SW1-4 column length length .
5.3. Coding tables Appendix 3 shows all available codes when the Printer is set for operation with standard coding by setting the DIP switch pins l-7, 2-l and 2-2 all to ON position. Table 5 shows International Character Set Designation according to the combina- tion of the DIP switch setting.
5.4. Setting sequence of functional specifications The MX-80 Type I I has a choice of various functional specifications such as amount of line spacing, form length per page, number of columns per line, automatic skip-over perforation, etc.
Fig. 57 Setting Form Length per Page -49 -.
Fig. 58 Setting Number of Columns per Line -50 -.
Fig. 59 Setting Skip-over Perforation Function -51 -.
WHAT IS THE MX-80 TYPE II? This chapter describes the MX-80 Type II from the viewpoint of hardware and software. The contents of the chapter are; 1, What is a dot matrix printer? 2. Definitions of some terms often used. 3. Control codes in the text mode 4.
The dot matrix printing method allows a printer to easily form any desired character. It has a print head that contains 9 needles vertically and can create distinctive characters like with typewriter. In that sense it is one of the ke y features that the printer has.
(2) Character and line spacing Line spacing means the pitch from the top of dots that form a character on a line to the top of dots on the next line. It is absolutely necessary to separate characters vertically for ease in reading each sentence. Most typewriters and printers have a switch or lever to change the line spacing (1/6” or 1/8”).
If you are already familiar with the above terms, skip these paragraphs. (1) ASCII code Characters in computer systems are represented by groups of bits. The various groups of bits that represent the set of characters that are the “alphabet” of any given system are called a “coding system,” or simply “code.
(3) “+” symbol You will see “+" symbol often in the explanation or description of control codes from now on. This symbol is used for legibility only and may not be input in your actual program. (4) 2, D (or Dec.) and H (or Hex.) ( ) 2 , ( ) D and < > H respectively represent binary, decimal and hexa - decimal numbers.
(4) Other codes DC1, DC3. . ESC8. ESC9. . BE L ...... . BS ....... . NU L ...... . ESC K, ESC L Selection or deselection of the printer . Selection or deselection of the paper end detector . Bell Back space . Null Access code to Bit Image mode (described later).
NOTES: 1. The Top of Form is determined when the POWER switch is turned on or the INIT signal is applied. 2. If the form length per page is not set, one page length of form is regarded as 66 lines with the DIP switch pin 1-2 on the control circuit board set in the OFF position or 72 lines with the DIP switch pin 1-2 set in the ON position.
(3) ESC Q + n The print column width can be specified by inputting ESC Q + n code. “n” represents the print column width to be specified in character size at the time of input.
(4) ESC A + n (for setting amount of line spacing) This code specifies the amount of line spacing in the Line Feed, provided that (n ) D must satisfy the condition: (Decimal).
(5) ESC 0 Input of the ESC 0 causes the subsequent line spacing to be set at 1/8 inch. (6) ESC 2 Input of the ESC 2 causes the subsequent line spacing to be set at either 1/6 inch or 1/8 inch depending on the initial set condition of the DIP switch pin 1-1.
(9) FF (Form Feed) See paragraph 3.1 (4) above. (10) ESC C + n (n # 0), ESC C + [0] H + m (for setting form length) The “ESC C t n” code specifies the form length which is determined by the number of lines where the value of “n” is a positive number and must not exceed 127 lines).
(12) ESC 0 This code cancels the skip-over perforation set by the ESC N + n code. 3.3. Character designation codes (1) SO (Shift Out) (for enlarged characters) When the SO code is input, all data that follows it in the same line will be printed out in enlarged (double width) characters.
(2) SI (Shift In) (for condensed characters) When the SI code is input, all data that follows it will be printed out in condensed characters. This code is cancelled by the input of “DC 2” code.
(7) ESC E (for emphasized characters) The ESC E code causes the Printer to print emphasized characters. Emphasized printing gives the character a stronger impression on the paper. This code can be input in any column position on a line, but all characters on the line containing ESC E code are printed out in emphasized characters.
3.4. Other codes (1) DC 1 (Device Control 1) The DC 1 code places the Printer in the Selected state. It enables the Printer to receive data. With the Printer in the Selected state, if the DC 1 code is input during data transfer, all data stored before the DC 1 code is ignored.
(7) NUL (Null) The NUL code is regarded as the termination for tabulation setting sequence. The lack of the NUL code would cause incorrect data printout. (8) ESC K Input of this code in the Text Mode causes the Printer’s operation mode to be converted from Text to Normal-density Bit Image.
4.1. Normal-density bit image mode setting by ESC K + n l + n 2 To convert the printer’s operation mode from Text to Normal-density Bit Image, the “ESC K + n I + n 2 ” code must be input. (Here, the sign “+" is inserted for the purpose of legibility only and should not be input in actual operation.
(Ex. 4) Bit image data transfer by standard BASIC program To check for proper conversion to the Normaldensity Bit Image mode, execute the following program.
4.2. Dual-density bit image mode setting by ESC L + n 1 + n 2 When the ESC (<1B > H ) and L (<4C> H ) codes followed by data n l and n 2 ar e input, the printer’s operation mode is converted from Text to Dual-density Bit Image.
4.3. Relationship between data and dot wires Fig. 68 shows the relationship between the Bit Image data and the dot wires in the print head. You can control arbitrary 8 dot wires in the print head. If a bit is “1," the print head fires. If a bit is “0,” the print head does not fire.
4.4 How to obtain n 1 and n 2 In the Type II Printer, you have send the number of data by n 1 + n 2 in hexa- decimal numbers following the ESK K or ESC L.
4.5. Programming examples (1) Dual-density bit image printing Fig. 65 Example of Graphic Pattern Formation NOTE: The most significant bit (MSB) of the bit image data corresponds to the dot wire at the uppermost position. For example, to print a graphic data as shown in Fig.
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(3) Difference between ESC K and ESC L The normal-density mode is accessed with ESC K. The dual-density mode is accessed with ESC L. Fig. 66 Normal-Density and Dual-Density Modes NOTE: Print alignment under the friction feed. EPSON is carefully applying printer mechanisms of better quality for MX-80 Type II and MX-80 F/T Type II.
(4) Example of CRT screen dump hard copy This print example is made using APPLE II computer and the demonstration diskette. Fig. 67 Examples of Bit Image Printing -76 -.
(5) Example of expression of brightness using the Bit Image Mode Fig. 68 Examples of Expression of Brightness -77 -.
MAINTENANCE 1. Preventive Maintenance Preventive maintenance for the MX-80 Type II and MX-80 F/T Type I I (hereafter referred to as “Type II Printer”) consists basically of cleaning. The Printer should be cleaned with a soft brush to remove paper dust and particles after every three months of use.
Fig. 69 Replacement of Print Head *Take hold of the cable at the point indicated by arrows and apply force in either of the direc- tions Indicated by arrow to push in or pull out the head cable.
SPECIFICATIONS (1) PRINT METHOD : Serial impact dot matrix (2) PRINT SPEED: 80 CPS (3) PRINT DIRECTION: Bidirectional with logical seeking Unidirectional in the bit image mode (4) NUMBER OF PINS IN HEAD: 9 (5) LINE SPACING: 4.
SPECIFICATIONS (continued) (11) MCBF : 5 x 10 6 lines (excluding print head) (12) ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITION S Operating Tempera- ture Range: 5 to 35°C (41 to 95°F) Operating Humidity: 10 to 80% non-co.
APPENDIX 1 Construction of MX-80 Type II and MX-80 F/T Type II The EPSON MX-80 Type I I and MX-80 F/T Type II dot matrix printers (hereinafter referred to as “Type II Printer”) consist of the following three major functional blocks.
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1.3. Power circuit The power circuit generates 5V DC for the logic circuit, and 24V DC to energize the solenoids of the print head and two stepper motors. 1.4. Printer initialization Printer initialization is accomplished in either of the two ways described below.
APPENDIX 2 Parallel Interface Both the MX-80 Type II and MX-80 F/T Type II include a parallel interface as the standard equipment, and this paragraph describes the parallel interface. (1) Specifications (a) Data transfer rate: 1000 CPS (min.) (b) Synchronization: By externally supplied STROBE pulses.
Table A2-1 (cont’d) Description This signal indicates that the printer is in the selected state. With this signal being at “LOW” level, the paper is automatically fed one line after printing. (The signal level can be fixed to “LOW’ with DIP SW pin 2-3 provided on the control circuit board.
(4) Data transfer sequence Fig. A2-1 shows the sequence for data transmission. Relations among the ON LINE switch, SLCT IN signal, DC 1/DC 3 code and interface signals are shown in Table A2-2 below.
NOTES: 1. In Table A2-2, it is assumed that as soon as the Printer receives data, it sends back the ACKNLG signal, though this data is not stored in the print buffer.
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APPENDIX 4 Character Fonts -92-.
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APPENDIX 5 Control Codes.
FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT “This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy and if not installed and used properly, that is, in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, may cause interference to radio and television reception.
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