Epson TM-FX2180 manual Printing Specifications, Print Speed and Printable Columns

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EPSON FX-2180 Service Manual

1.1 Specifications

This section provides detailed specifications for the EPSON® FX-2180 impact dot matrix printer. The FX-2180 is based on the FX-2170 printer, and its main components are very similar to those of the FX-2170. However, the FX-2180 provides a faster printing speed, better multi-part form printing, and other enhancements.

Figure 1-1. Exterior View of the FX-2180

1.1.1 Printing Specifications

Print method:

Impact dot matrix

Number of pins:

18

Print pin arrangement:

9 × 2

Print pin diameter:

0.0114 inch (0.29 mm)

Color:

Black

Print direction:

Bidirectional with logic seeking

Chapter 1 Product Description

1.1.2 Print Speed and Printable Columns

Table 1-1. Print Speed and Printable Columns

Printing

Character

Printable

Printing Speed (cps)

Mode

Pitch (cpi)

Columns

Normal

Copy 1*

Copy 2**

 

High speed

10

136

506

439

337

 

 

draft

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Draft

10

136

380

330

284

 

 

 

12

163

455

396

341

 

 

 

15

204

380

285

285

 

 

Draft

17

233

325

282

244

 

 

condensed

20

272

380

330

284

 

 

Draft

10

136

190

165

142

 

 

emphasized

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

NLQ

10

136

95

82

71

 

 

 

12

163

114

99

85

 

 

 

15

204

94

71

31

 

*Paper thickness lever set to 3.

**Paper thickness lever set to 4 or more.

Note:

When the power supply voltage drops to the lower limit, the printer stops printing, and then starts printing again on the same line at a slower speed.

When the print head temperature rises to the upper limit, the printer stops printing. When the head temperature returns to the normal level, the printer starts printing again at a slower speed.

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Contents 659,&0$18$ FCC Compliance Statement For American Users Trademarks Precautions Preface Table of Contents Page Page Product Description Print Speed and Printable Columns SpecificationsPrinting Specifications Character Printable Printing Speed cpsPrintable Area ResolutionPrinting Mode Vertical Adjacent Dot Density dpiContinuous Paper EnvelopesPostcards Roll PaperPaper Specifications Paper Feed SpecificationsFront Entry Rear Entry Minimum Maximum Minimum Maximum Front Entry Rear Entry Bottom Entry Min Max Software Specifications Interface SpecificationsFront Entry Bottom Entry Minimum Maximum Environmental Conditions Electrical SpecificationsPhysical Specifications ReliabilityOperation Button Function LEDsLEDs Color Description Beeper Error Beep PatternPaper Release Lever Positions Lever Position DescriptionPaper Thickness Lever Positions Turning on the Double-strike ModeSpecial Functions Printing a Self TestChanging Default Settings Using the Bidirectional Adjustment ModeSetting Options Clearing the Eeprom Consumables and OptionsPrinting a Hex Dump ConsumablesOperating Principles Overview Printer MechanismBoard Input Voltage Fuse F1 Rating Power Supply CircuitPower Supply Circuit Operation Output Voltage ApplicationsControl Circuit Control Circuit OperationComponent Functions CPU IC2+$375 Troubleshooting Information Print HeadSensors Sensor Test PointsError Conditions MotorsUnit Level Troubleshooting Symptom Problem Description FlowchartFlowchart Abnormal Paper Feeding Abnormal Power Operation Repairing the Power Supply Board Problem Cause Checkpoint SolutionWaveform Repairing the Main Board Assembly Problem Cause Checkpoint Solution15. Waveform Repairing the Printer Mechanism Repairing the Printer MechanismFFC TOP Troubleshooting Disassembly and Assembly Tools PrecautionsDescription Specification ToolSpecifications for Screws Abbreviation Part NameService Check After Repair Category Item to Question to Answer CheckmarkDisassembly and Assembly Whenever you repair the printer, wipePreparing to Disassemble the Printer Rear tractor tab 1Removing the Panel Board Assembly Removing the Panel Board AssemblyConnecting the Print Head FFCs Removing the Print HeadRemoving the PW Sensor Assembly Removing the HP Sensor10. Installing the PW Sensor Assembly Removing the Ribbon MaskRemoving the Upper Housing Assembly 13. Removing the Upper Housing AssemblyRemoving the Platen Assembly 15. Removing the Platen AssemblyRemoving the Case Open Sensor Assembly Removing the Platen Gear18. Removing the Case Open Sensor Assembly Removing the Printer MechanismConnector Pins CN9Removing the CR Motor Assembly 21. Removing the CR Motor AssemblyRemoving the PF Motor Assembly 22. Removing the PF MotorRemoving the PG Sensor Assembly 23. Removing the PG Sensor AssemblyRemoving the Right Sub Frame Assembly Removing the Right Frame AssemblyDisassembling the Right Frame Assembly $-86701727. Engaging the Right Frame Assembly Gears 1 Removing the Left Frame Assembly 29. Engaging the Tractor Clutch CamRemoving the Ribbon Drive RD Assembly 30. Removing the Left Frame AssemblyRemoving the CR Assembly Tightening torque for the two CBS screws34. Inserting the Timing Belt Removing the Rear PE Sensor Assembly 36. Installing the Rear CR Guide Shaft38. Removing the Front PE Sensor Assembly 39. Removing the Upper Shield Plate and Upper I/F Removing the Power Supply Board Assembly 41. Removing the Power Supply Board AssemblyAdjustments Required Adjustments Adjustment OverviewAdjustment Tools Adjusting and Resetting the Printer Platen Gap/Parallelism AdjustmentSetting the PG Adjustment Lever Bidirectional Print Alignment Bi-d Adjustment Adjusting the Parallelism of the Carriage Guide ShaftPerforming the Bi-d Adjustment Using the Settings Diskette Destination SettingPerforming the Bi-d Adjustment from the Control Panel Bi-d Adjustment MenuFactory Settings 11. Pitch LightsTPE Level Reset TPE level. Check that the reset value is FF17. Main Menu Adjustments Maintenance Preventive Maintenance Lubrication Name Quantity Availability Part NumberMaintenance Ref. No Lubrication Points Quantity LubricantLubrication Points 1 Appendix Board Connector Function Pins Connector SummarySignal Name Function Pin Signal Name Function Table A-8. Connector Pin Assignments − CN9 Table A-13. Connector Pin Assignments − CN14 Circuit Board Component Layout Diagrams Figure A-3. C244 Main Board Component Layout Diagram 2Figure A-4. C166 PSB Board Component Layout Diagram Circuit Board and Exploded Diagrams Page DB1 A t s in k Q 1 , D 5 Page Exploded Diagram for FX-21801 Exploded Diagram for FX-21802 Exploded Diagram for FX-21803