Epson LQ-570 Manual
Epson LQ-570 Manual

Epson LQ-570 Manual

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durable, and handles more parts per form. But don't worry; it
works the same way as the EPSON LQ-570+. Take a few minutes
to read this booklet so you can get up and running quickly.
Here's what you'll find inside this booklet:
New Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Printer Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Turning On the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
The Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Location of the Knob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Paper Handling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Selecting Fonts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Positions with Micro Adjust. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
No More DIP Switches. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Clearing the Input Buffer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Printing a Self Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
New Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
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Summary of Contents for Epson LQ-570

  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Printer Software ........4...
  • Page 3: New Specifications

    About Your EPSON LQ-570e This booklet briefly describes the new features provided by the EPSON LQ-570e. It is intended for LQ-570+ users who are upgrading to the LQ-570e. If you are not familiar with the LQ-570+, please see the LQ-570e User’s Guide for detailed instructions on using the printer.
  • Page 4: Printer Software

    A printer driver which lets you control printing. The EPSON Status Monitor 3 utility for Windows versions 95, 98, and NT 4.0 (or later). The Status Monitor displays information about the printer’s status and lets you know if there is a problem with a print job.
  • Page 5: Turning On The Printer

    The OPERATE and ALT buttons have been removed, along with the OPERATE, DATA, and MULTI-PART lights. Note: To determine if the printer is on, you can check the Font lights. As long as one of the lights is on, you know that the printer is turned on. power switch...
  • Page 6: Control Panel

    *Micro Adjust mode When you hold down the Pause button for 3 seconds, the printer enters the Micro Adjust mode. (Make sure the Pause light is flashing.) In this mode, you can press the LF/FF and Load/Eject top-of-form or tear-off position.
  • Page 7: Location Of The Knob

    Paper Handling While the LQ-570e handles paper much like the LQ-570+, there are certain differences. Be sure to consult your LQ-570e User’s Guide for instructions on loading and removing paper, changing the tractor position, and switching between continuous and single sheets.
  • Page 8: Adjusting For Different Top And Bottom Margins

    You will not notice any difference in printing unless you have specified margins in your software applications that are less than the minimum allowed by the LQ-570+ (5.3 mm [.2 inch] for the top and 9 mm [.35 inch] for the bottom). In this case you may need to adjust your top and bottom margin settings through your software or by adjusting the top-of-form position.
  • Page 9: Changing Settings Through The Default Setting Mode

    Changing Settings Through the Default Setting Mode The LQ-570e includes a Default Setting mode which lets you set the functions controlled by DIP switch settings on the LQ-570+, plus a number of additional features. The table below summarizes the differences. (Default settings are in bold.) To enter the Default Setting mode, make sure the printer is off and paper is loaded.
  • Page 10: Clearing The Input Buffer

    Clearing the Input Buffer On the LQ-570+, you cleared the input buffer by pressing the ALT and PAUSE buttons. On the LQ-570e, press the Font and Condensed buttons together. (Hold them down for 3 to 4 seconds, until the printer beeps.)
  • Page 11: Printing A Self Test

    Printing a Self Test To print a self test on the LQ-570+, you held down either the LF/FF or Load/Eject button and then pressed the OPERATE button to turn on the printer. Here is how to print the self test on...
  • Page 12 SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION. The information contained herein is designed only for use with this EPSON printer. EPSON is not responsible for any use of this information as applied to other printers. Trademarks EPSON is a registered trademark of SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION.

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