Epson LQ-630 - User Manual

Unpacking the Printer
Unpacking the Printer Unpacking the Printer
Unpacking the Printer
Remove the protective materials
Follow the directions on the Notice Sheet to remove the protective materials.
Save all packing and protective materials in case you need to ship the printer in the
future.
Assembling the Printer
Assembling the Printer Assembling the Printer
Assembling the Printer
1. Make sure the printer is turned off and unplugged.
2. Open the printer cover.
Then, move the print head slightly to the right.
3. Pull the paper bail forward, then flip it towards you, as shown.
4. Remove the ribbon cartridge from the package.
5. Separate the ribbon guide from the cartridge by
pulling the ribbon guide forward.
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Caution:
Do not tear off the clear film on the ribbon
guide. Doing so may cause paper jams or
printer malfunctions.
6. Insert the ribbon cartridge into the
printer, then press both sides of the
cartridge firmly to fit the plastic hooks
into the printer slots.
7. Hold the ribbon guide and slide the
protruding parts on both sides into
the slots of the print head until it clicks
in place.
8. Turn the ribbon-tightening knob to
help feed the ribbon into place; it
should not be twisted or creased.
9. Close the paper bail and printer cover.
10.Attach the paper guide.
Connecting the Printer to Your Computer
Connecting the Printer to Your Computer Connecting the Printer to Your Computer
Connecting the Printer to Your Computer
Connecting the printer
Make sure both the printer and computer are turned off, then connect the interface
into the printer and computer.
Plugging in the Printer
Make sure the printer is turned off, then plug the power cord into a properly grounded
electrical outlet.
printer
paper guide
power cord
It may come attached to the
printer in some countries.
ribbon cartridge
Software CD-ROM
Notice sheetSetup Guide
24-pin Dot Matrix Printer
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Cautions must be observed
to avoid damage to your
equipment.
Notes contain important
information and useful tips on
the operation of your printer.
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes
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Warnings must be followed
carefully to avoid bodily injury.
4041761-00
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Summary

Unpacking the Printer

Remove Protective Materials

Instructions for removing protective materials before printer setup.

Assembling the Printer

Printer Assembly Steps and Caution

Detailed steps for assembling the printer, including ribbon insertion and a caution note.

Connecting Printer to Computer

Connecting Printer and Plugging In

Steps for connecting the printer to the computer and plugging it into power.

Installing Printer Software

Software Installation for Windows Versions

Instructions for installing printer software on Windows Me, XP, 2000, 98, 95, NT 4.0.

Software Installation for DOS Programs

Steps to control the printer from DOS application programs.

Getting More Information

Accessing the Reference Guide

Guide on how to access the printer's comprehensive Reference Guide from the CD-ROM.

Error Indicators and Troubleshooting

Diagnosing Printer Errors

Table to diagnose and fix common printer errors based on panel lights and beep patterns.

Replacing the Ribbon Cartridge

Ribbon Replacement Procedure

Step-by-step instructions for replacing the printer's ribbon cartridge.

Epson LQ-630 Specifications

General

Color	No
Standard interfaces	Parallel, USB 1.1