Epson MX-82 F/T manual

MX-8 2 EPSON DOT MATRIX PRINTER Operation Manual MX MX-82 F/T EPSON P8190027-2[...]

Copyright 0 1981 by EPSON, Shinshu Seiki Co., Ltd. Nagano, Japan “All rights reserved” *The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice.[...]

TABLE OF CONTENTS GENERAL DESCRIPTION.................................................................................... 1 1. Introduction ....................................................................................... 1 2. Characteristics................................................................................................ 2 INS[...]

OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 1 . Switches and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 1.1 Switches .............................[...]

LIST OF FIGURES Fig. 1 EPSON MX-82 and MX-82 F/T Dot Matrix Printer.................................................. 1 Fig. 2 Contents of Carton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Fig. 3 Laying Printer on Firm Surface [...]

Fig. 44 Setting of Cut Paper Sheet.. .................................................................... 33 Fig. 45 Printer with Cut Paper Sheet Set Completely.. ........................................ 33 Fig. 46 Gap Adjustment ....................................................................................... 35 Fig. 47 Switches and Indicato[...]

GENERAL DESCRIPTION 1. Introduction Ideal for computer business applications, the MX-82, MX-82 F/T Dot Matrix Printer is the latest extension of EPSON advanced printer technology. This new printer cou- ples innovative design and precision manufacturing with long life, low cost, light weight and superior performance. The MX-82, MX-82 F/T features a [...]

2. Characteristics The MX-82 and MX-82 F/T 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. (1) Plotter print Horizontal dot space is equal to the vertical dot space. Similar figure in [...]

INSTALLATION OF MX-82 1. Unpacking Before removing the MX-82 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. Open the carton. 2. Remove accessories. 3. Remove the MX-82 holding its underside and lif[...]

L 2. Separato * 3. Cartridge Ribbon- 1. MizizGkL (European Type) 1. MX-82 1 2. Separator 1 3. Cartridge Ribbon 1 4. Power (Only European Type 220/240V) 1 5. MX-82 Operation Manual 1 Fig. 2 Contents of Carton[...]

3. Installation of the Printer (1) Operating site selection When installing the MX-82, 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. Your layout may look like Fig. 3. NOTE: Rubber feet are provided to prevent the marr[...]

(2) Removal of protective paper for paper end detector The MX-82 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. Before using the Printer, be sure to remove this paper. If the MX-82 is to be reshipped, remember to r[...]

<SUPPLEMENT> 0 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. Rough or careless han- dling of the printer lid may result in damage to, or even breakage of, its hinges. STEP 1. Stand the printer lid upright. 2. Push the printer lid toward the right and [...]

4. Cartridge Ribbon Setting EPSON’s Cartridge Ribbon is compact, long-lasting, and very easy to set and re- move. Furthermore, you have no need to soil your fingers in handling it. STEP 1. Open the printer lid (or remove it). 2. Confirm that the scale (paper retainer) is turned toward the platen and is touching it. 3. Push the cartridge ribbon do[...]

Fig. 9 Cartridge Ribbon Setting NOTES 1: Incorrect setting of the ribbon may cause it to come off. 2: Confirm that the ribbon is neither twisted nor creased and that the car- tridge is set properly. I Ribbon kRibbon Mask Incorrect Incorrect Correct I Fig. 10 Examples of Correct and Incorrect Ribbon Setti ng L -9 -[...]

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) Paper Fig. 11 Separator installation 6. Paper Loading 6.1. Loading of fanfold paper The MX-82 Printer accommodates fanfol[...]

‘z&r Guiwaper Holding Cover IN OUT Fig. 12 Insertion of Fanfold Paper 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. 6. After the leading edge of the paper has emerged from the Printer, pull it out gently to some lengt[...]

7. Raise the two sprocket lock levers to loosen, and adjust the sprocket pin position to the paper width. (See Fig. 13) Paper Fig. 13 Raising of Sprocket Lock Levers 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. Then push the paper holding covers and the two [...]

9. Put the printer lid on the Printer. Fig. 15 Printer with Fanfold Paper Set Completely NOTE: When the MX-82 is to be used on a desk or a bench, arrangement of the fanfold paper in parallel with the MX-82 as shown below will permit the paper to be folded in an accordion style. I I- _ Fig. 16 Example of Paper Arrangement -13 -[...]

6.2 Removal of fanfold paper To remove the fanfold paper, follow either of the two methods described below. (1) To disengage the paper from the paper holding mechanism, pull it forward out of the Printer. NOTE: Do not attempt to pull out the paper in the backward direction. (2) Feed the paper out of the printer by electrical operation. For this, tu[...]

Fig. 17 Top of Form 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 the paper of the 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. ([...]

8. Power Connection The EPSON MX-82 Dot Matrix Printer is capable of operating on the following three types of AC power. (1) 115V AC, 60 Hz (2) 220V AC, 50 Hz (3) 240V AC, 50 Hz Before connecting the MX-82 to a power source, make certain of the primary AC rat- ing from the label located on the chassis at the rear of the Printer. After connection of[...]

INSTALLATION OF MX-82 F/T 1. Unpacking Before removing the MX-82 F/T from the carton, check the box for evidence of ship- ping damage or mishandling. If such evidence is present, notify the carrier imme- diately. 1.1 Unpacking steps Unpacking steps are as follows: STEP 1. Open the carton. 2. Remove accessories. 3. Remove the MX-82 F/T by holding it[...]

2. Counting the Parts The MX-82 F/T and standard accessories are as shown in Fig. 19. Upon unpacking, if you notice any listed contents missing or evident damage, contact the store where you purchased the MX-82 F/T as soon as possible. Dot Matrix Printer (European Type) 5. Operation Manual 1. MX-82 F/T 1 2. Separator 1 3. Cartridge Ribbon 1 4. Powe[...]

3. Installation of the Printer (1) Operating site selection When installing the MX-82 F/T, 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. Your layout may look like Fig. 20. NOTE: Rubber feet are provided to prevent the[...]

(2) Removal of protective paper for paper end detector The MX-82 F/T 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. Before using the Printer, be sure to remove this paper. If the MX-82 F/T is to be reshipped, remem[...]

<SUPPLEMENT> 0 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. Rough or careless han- dling of the printer lid may result in damage to, or even breakage of its hinges. STEP1. Stand the printer lid upright. 2. Push the printer lid toward the right and pu[...]

4. Cartridge Ribbon Setting EPSON’s Catridge 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). 2. Confirm that the scale (paper retainer) is turned toward the platen and is touching it. 3. Push the cartridge ribbon down [...]

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 car- tridge is set properly. Incorrect .-Ribbon Incorrect Ribbon Mask I Correct Fig. 26 Examples of Correct and Incorrect Ribbon Setting 5. Separator Installation The separator of the Printer contr[...]

6. Mounting and Dismounting of Tractor Unit The tractor unit of the MX-82 F/T 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. 28. 2. Keep pulling the levers and pull up the tractor unit. Lock Lever Fig. 28 Dism[...]

7. Paper Loading 7.1 Fanfold paper 7.1.1 Loading of fanfold paper The MX-82 F/T 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. 2. Unlock the release lever by pulling it in the direction of the arrow. (See Fig. 30) 3. Pull the scale toward the[...]

8. Raise the two sprocket lock levers to loosen, and adjust the sprocket pin position to the paper width. (See Fig. 31) ket Lock Lever I Fig. 31 Raising of Sprocket Lock Levers 9. 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. Then push the paper holding covers a[...]

10. Put the printer lid on the Printer. (See Fig. 33) Fig. 33 Printer with Fanfold Paper Set Completely NOTE: When the MX-82 F/T is to be used on a desk or a bench, arrange- ment of the fanfold paper in parallel with the MX-82 F/T as shown below will permit the paper to be folded in an accordion style. Fig. 34 Example of Paper Arrangement 7.1.2 Rem[...]

7.1.3 Column layout on fanfold paper When fanfold paper of from 4” to 10” in width is supplied with the MX-82 F/T, the graduations on the scale can be used as the indexes of print column positions (I to 96). Alignment of the print start position on fanfold paper with the 1st column posi- tion at the extreme left of the scale will facilitate col[...]

7.2 Roll paper 7.2.1 Roll paper holder EPSON offers the roll paper holder as an optional accessory for the MX-82 F/T. 7.2.2 Loading of roll paper The MX-82 F/T accomodates a roll of single play paper measuring 8.5 kO.12 in. in width with a 1 in. core. To load it, observe the following procedure. STEP 1, Raise the printer lid. 2. Unlock the release [...]

r Fig. 37 Loading of Roll Paper (2) Release Lever Manual Paper Feed Knob Fig. 38 Loading of Roll Paper (3) 7.3 Cut paper sheet 7.3.1 Loading of cut paper sheet The MX-82 F/T 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. 2. Unlock the rele[...]

Release Lever Fig. 39 Loading of Cut Paper Sheet 6. Lock the release lever. 7. While turning the manual paper feed knob clockwise, confirm that the paper advances straight up. (See Fig. 40) Manual Paper Feed Knob Fig. 40 Adjustment of Inserted Paper Position If not, adjust the inserted paper position as follows: a) If the cut paper sheet or form is[...]

Fig. 41 Alignment of Side Edges 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 is shown in Fig. 43. 210 mm (8.3”)-218 mm f8.5”) m5-8 5-8 mm[...]

Fig. 44 Setting of Cut Paper Sheet t-y- Letter Size Paper I+--..- A4 Size Paper 1. 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 1/4 as shown in Fig. 44, then the printing sta[...]

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) (2) (3) (4) 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. (See Fig. 46) F[...]

Head Adjusting Le BBackward M Forward @I Head Adjusting Lever (Side view) Fig. 46 Gap Adjustment -35 -[...]

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 opera- ting procedures are covered in sufficient detail for the user to become familiarized with the Printer. (See Fig. 47 for the control panel.) I[...]

FF SW: (Form Feed) LF SW: (Line Feed) When this switch is depressed once, the paper is advanced vertical- ly 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. The Top of Form position is initialized when the POWER switch is turned on or when INI[...]

1.3 Printer initial check Take the following steps and become familiar with the Printer. START 7 Interface cable Turn on POWER Check the LF & FF Contact your nearest EPSON dea,er. qg&&x+ Fig. 48 Printer Initial Check -38 -[...]

2. Buzzer The buzzer is located inside the Printer case, and sounds for about one second when the Printer receives BEL code ((07)20H). (See page 66 for the BEL code.) 3. Paper End Detector (1) When the paper end detector (a reed switch located on the paper guide) detects that the paper is nearly exhausted, the signals on the interface connector cha[...]

(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. (3) There is another way to start the Printer again when it falls into papero[...]

b) Turn the DIP switch 2-3 (on the control circuit board) ON to effect auto-line feed. c) Set the adequate ASCII code data to be printed. To obtain low logic level signals, connect the data transfer line required for printing (pin Nos. 2 to 9) to GND level (pin No. 33, etc.) * Example of printing “Z” “Z”-[5,A]H-(0101 1010) In this case, con[...]

Turn the printer upside down on a soft surface. With a Phillips type screwdriver, completely loosen all 4 screws. (See Fig. 51) Place tape over the 4 holes so the screws won’t fall off when you tip the printer right side up. Fig. 51 Loosening All 4 Screws Tip the printer right side up again. Gently loosen the upper case. Lift up the cover from th[...]

See the inside of the printer before you set the switches. The printer consists of a printer mechanism, a controller, a transformer and filter cir- cuit board, and a control panel. (See Fig. 53) Construction of the Printer Transformer & Control panel I I Transformer & filter circuit board ter mechanism MX-82 or MX-82 F/T Dot Matrix Printer [...]

DIP swit$h 2 VIP switch 1 Fig. 54 Location of DIP Switches 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) -I SW 1 Fig. 55 Setting DIP Switches Each switch No. of the DIP switch functions as d[...]

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 condi- tions at the time of shipment are shown in Table 2. Table 2 Functions and Conditions of DIP Switch No. 1 (1) SW1-1: Setting this pin to the ON position will cause the line spacin[...]

(8) Character sizes and maximum column lengths can be specified as follows: Table 3 Character Size and Maximum Column Length ~~ If you turn any of the above character sizes to the enlarged character print mode, then the maximum column length will be reduce to half of them. 5.2 Setting of DIP Switch No. 2 The DIP switch No. 2 consists of the followi[...]

5.3 Coding Tables Appendix 4 shows all available codes when the Printer is set for operation with stan- dard coding by setting the DIP switch pins 1-7, 2-1 and 2-2 to all ON position, Table 5 shows International Character Set Designation according to the combination of the DIP switch setting. Table 5 International Character Set Designation The abov[...]

5.4 Setting Sequence of Functional Specifications The MX-82, MX-82 F/T have 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. for selection under the control of both hardware (DIP swit- ches) and software (control codes) which is desc[...]

YE S 12 inch ESCCtn ESCC+O+m The skip-over perforation function, if previously set, will be reset at this point. Fig. 57 Setting Form Length per Page -49 - -[...]

Power ON (7 96 columns Normal Emphasized SI or - ESCSI 4 print print DC2 0 I Fig. 58 Setting Number of Columns per Line -50 -[...]

l-inch skip-over YES perforation function not provided NO l-inch skip-over perforation function provided ESCN+n i-1 t ESC 0 Fig. 59 Setting Skip-over Perforation Function -51 -[...]

This chapter describes the MX-82, MX-82 F/T (hereinafter refered to as MX-82) 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. Control codes in the bit image mode 5. Print samples in the both modes This printer[...]

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 char- acters like with typewriter. In that sense it is one of the key features that the printer has. EPSON’s MX-82 can control each needle programmably, expanding the ability of th[...]

This is called “Dot Matrix Printing”. Dots are printed according to a pre-designed “Matrix” or “Grid” system, where each letter, number and punctuation mark is formed by arrangement of dots. In the above figure, the print head moves from left to right. Since the MX-82 is a bi- directional printing type, the head can also move from right[...]

2. Definitions of Some Terms Often Used Before looking at the printer in detail, some terms should be defined first so that you can understand them more easily and in less time. They are; * ASCII code * Escape codes * “+” symbol * 2, D and H If you are already familiar with the above terms, skip these paragraphs. (1) ASCII code Characters in co[...]

The “ESCAPE” codes used in the MX-82 should not be confused with the es- cape key which some computers have. So be familiar with EPSON’ S control codes. (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 actua[...]

(3) Character designation codes SO, ESC SO, DC 4... Enlarged printing SI, ESC SI, DC 2... Condensed printing ESC E, ESC F... Emphasized printing ESC R... International character set (4) Other codes DC 1, DC 3... Selection or deselection of the printer ESC 8, ESC 9... Selection or deselection of the paper end detector BEL... Bell BS... Back space NU[...]

(3) VT (Vertical Tabulation) When the VT code is input, all data preceding this code is printed and the vertical tabulation is made to a predetermined line position set by “ESC B” (up to 8 posi- tions). If no vertical tab position is set by ESC B, the VT code behaves like the LF code. Therefore, the paper is advanced one line after printing. (4[...]

r 1. In case of 5th. 10th and 219 columns. [DATA] -1 <5>H <A>H <15>Hm ABC m DEF lHTj GHl bg JKL a (LFI [PRINT] AEC DEF GHI JKL 2. In case of lack of stop position. [DATAI -1 <5>H <A>H m ABC m DEF m GHI m JKL @Ja [PRINT] ABC DEF GHI JKL 3. In case of character data transferring over next tab stop. [DATA] -1 <5>H &[...]

(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)o must satisfy the condition: 1 s (n)b Z 85 (Decimal). “n” - 1 is equivalent to 1/72 inch paper advancement. Since the distance bet- ween any two dot wires of the print head is 1/72 inch, any line spacing in incre[...]

(5) ESC 0 input of the ESC 0 causes the subsequent line spacing to be set at 1/8 inch. (6) ESC2 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. (7) VT (Vertical Tabulation) See paragraph 3.1 (3) above. (8) ESC B + nc + n2 + + nk + NUL (1[...]

(9) FF (Form Feed) See paragraph 3.1 (4) above. (10) ESC C + n (for setting a form length) ESC C + n (n + 0), ESC C + [O]H + m (for setting form length) The “ESC C + n” codes specifies the form length which is determined by the number of lines (n: 1 s (n)n $ 127 where the value of “n” is a positive numb- er and must not exceed 127 lines). I[...]

(Example) 3-line skip-over perforation [PRINT] BQBBc~!:4BQ (at 1/6 inch line spacing) BBBQ(1!BBQ Skip for 3 lines mx!Bc~!:Jm! End of previous page Top of form position Beginning of next page (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) [...]

(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. The SI code can be input at any column position on a line, but all characters/symbols on the line containing SI code are printed out in condensed charac[...]

(7) ESC E (for emphasized characters) The ESC E code causes the Printer to print emphasized characters. Emphasized printing gives the character 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. The speed of the hea[...]

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. W ith 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. (2) DC 3 (Device Control 3) The DC 3 code places the Printer in the Dese[...]

(6) BS (Back Space) The BS code cancels the data immediately preceding this code in the Text Mode. In other words, one byte data stored prior to the BS code is cleared from the print buffer, as though that data has not been transferred from the host com- puter. Note that this code is valid only in the Text Mode. (7) NUL (Null) The NUL code is regar[...]

4.1 Normal-density bit image mode setting by ESC K + nl + nz To convert the printer’s operation mode from Text to Normal-density Bit Image, the “ESC K + nl + nz” code must be input. (Here, the sign “+” is inserted for the purpose of legibility only and should not be input in actual operation.) Namely, when ESC (< 1 B> H and K (< [...]

Printing Text data A Bit-image data B Text data C Bit-image data D 576 bit-image positions (Ex. 3) Input data t nz. ni I Printing (Ex. 4) Bit image data transfer by standard BASIC program To check for proper coversion to the Normal-density Bit Image mode, execute the following program. [PRINT] -69 -[...]

4.2 Dual-density bit imagemode setting by ESC L + nl + nz When the ESC (< 1 B> H ) and L (< 4C > H ) codes followed by data nc and n2 are input, the printer’s operation mode is converted from Text to Dual-density Bit Image. The transfer sequence of bit image data is the same as with the ESC K (normal-den- sity bit image printing), but[...]

4.3 Relationship between data and dot wires Fig. 63 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. LSB Input data Dot wire l - NOTE: 04 In the Bit Image mode, the 9th dot wire cannot be used. l - 0 .- l - 0 - & Fin. 63 Relationship between Data and [...]

4.4 How to obtain nl and n2 In the MX-82 Printer, you have to send the amount of data by nr + n2 in hexadecimal numbers following the ESC K or ESC L. If the amount of bit image data is 300, then nt and nz may be derived as follows; nl = (Amount of data) MOD 256 = 300 MOD 256 = <44>D = <2c>H n2 = INT (Amount of data/256) = INT (300/256) [...]

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. 65, a program such as shown below must be executed. However, this program ha[...]

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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 ac- cessed with ESC L MSB -0 I - Direction of print head movement 0 LSB -0 The print head fires space / between normal dot positions (Print speed reduces to - half the speed in normal- density printing.) a) Normal density b) Dual density [...]

(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 (Ex.) Expression of brightness using the bit image mode 4 5 6 (Ex.) Expression of dot density a.... l oe*a A: @*.*a Data will be transmitted in order of <AA> H and then < 55 > H @em*. (8-dot line spacing) l ee*o me@.@ l oae* 0: c: Data will be transmitted in order of < [...]

MAINTENANCE 1. Preventive Maintenance Preventive maintenance for the MX-82 and MX-82 F/T consist basically of clean- ing. The Printer should be cleaned with a soft brush to remove paper dust and parti- cles after every three months of use. The exterior surface of the Printer can be cleaned by using a mild detergent and water solution. 2. Parts Repl[...]

Head Lock Lever Print Head 1 Print Head Unit , Terminal Board Head Connector ‘Be sure to hold this Carnage Assembly connector firmly lo pull the head cable out straight (Side View) ‘Take hold of the cable at the point izicated by ariows o and apply force in either of the direc- tions indicated by arrow c) 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 logic seeking Unidirectional in the bit image mode (4) NUMBER OF PINS IN HEAD: 9 (5) LINE SPACING: 4.23 mm (1/6”) or 3.18 mm (1/8”) selectable by DIP SW, or 1/72” to 85/72” programmable (6) PRINTING CHARACTERISTICS Matri[...]

SPECIFICATIONS (continued) (1 1) MCBF: 5 x 106 lines (excluding print head) (12) ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS Operating Tempera- ture Range: 5 to 35’C (41 to 95’F) Operating Humidity: 10 to 80% non-condensing (13) POWER REQUIREMENT Voltage: 115V.60Hz 220/240V, 50 Hz Current: 1 Amp maximum Power Consumption: 100 VA maximum (14) PHYSICAL CHARACTERIST[...]

APPENDIX 1 Construction of MX-82 and MX-82 F/T The EPSON MX-82 and MX-82 F/T dot matrix printers consist of the following three major functional blocks. (1) Printer Mechanism (2) Control Circuit Board (3) Power Circuit These three blocks are housed in a plastic case and are connected to one another. 1.1 Printer mechanism The printer mechanism has b[...]

Fig. Al -1 Control Circuit Diagram[...]

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. (1) initialization takes place automatically each time the primary AC power source is i[...]

9 X 2SD986 - HI D H: LFA 0 - LFA LFC 0 - LFD Fig. A1 -2 Driver Circuit Diagram -86 -[...]

APPENDIX 2 Parallel Interface Both the MX-82 and MX-82 F/T include a parallel interface as the standard equip- ment, and this paragraph describes the parallel interface. (1) Specifications (a) Data transfer rate: 1000 CPS (min.) (b) Synchronization: By externally supplied STROBE pulses. (c) Handshaking: By ACKNLG or BUSY signal. (d) Logic level: In[...]

Table A2-1 (cont’d) ; 14 / - lmi In 15 - NC 16 - OV 17 - %nosas- - 16 - NC 19to30 - GND - 31/-lm P 32 ERROR out 33 - GND - 34 - NC 35 36 - SLCT IN In 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 sig nal level can[...]

3. All interface conditions are based on TTL level. Both the rise and fall times of each signal must be less than 0.2 p.s. 4. Data transfer must not be carried out by ignoring the ACKNLG or BUSY signal. (Data transfer to this printer can be carried out only after con- firming the ACKNLG signal or when the level of the BUSY signal is “LOW’.) (4)[...]

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. In this status, the Printer is waiting for the DC 1 code for normal entry. 2. In the above table, it is also assumed that no ERROR status exists other than that attributable to the OF[...]

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APPENDIX 4 Character Fonts ) 21 (Hex Code 20 23 24 25 26 27 - ti i i iJ 29 28 2c 20 2E 38 3c 3E 3F 46 28 32 42 38 48 49 4A 48 4c 40 4E ,. AF 60 52 -92 -[...]

58 59 5A 50 5c 5D 5E 5F 69 69 6A 6B 6C 6D 78 79 7A NOTE: Numbers rep resent Hex. 73 78 liiiil . . 7c 7D 7E - 93 -[...]

FRANCE 40 7D 5B 5c 5D‘ 78 7c 7E GERMANY liiiil 7D - 5B 5c 5D 70 7E ENGLAND 23 DENMARK 5c 5D 78 70 SWEDEN 24 5c 5D 60 70 7c 7D 7E ITALY 58 5D 60 78 7c 7D 7E[...]

SPAIN 23 55 5c 50 78 7c -96 -[...]

APPENDIX 5 Control Codes Control code NUL BEL Hex. 00 07 Dec. Function Ref. page 0 F;LJL; Ends tab setting. Follows ESC B and 67 7 BELL. Sounds buzzer for about 1 seconds. 66 BS 1 08 1 8 1 Back space. Cancels a last character input. 1 67 H T 1 09 1 9 1 Horizontal Tabulation. 1 58 Device Control 2. Turns off the condensed Device Control 3. Deselects[...]

FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT “This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy and if not in- stalled and used properly. that is, in strict accordance with the manufac- turer’s instructions, may cause interference to radio and television recep- tion. It has been type tested and found to comply[...]

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