Epson Printer GP-C831 User manual

Brand: Epson

Model: Printer GP-C831

Category: Print & Scan

Type: User manual

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Contents

Chapter 1 Getting to Know Your Printer

Features............................................................................... 7

Chapter 2 Safety Instructions

Safety Instructions....................................................................... 8

Warnings, Cautions, and Notes........................................................ 8

Important safety instructions.......................................................... 8

For Turkish users.................................................................. 12

For Ukrainian users................................................................ 12

For Brazilian users................................................................. 12

For Argentina users................................................................ 13

Chapter 3 Paper Handling

Acceptable Paper Conditions............................................................. 15

Printing on Continuous Paper............................................................ 15

Printing with the push tractor........................................................ 16

Using the tear-off function........................................................... 20

Loading Special Paper................................................................... 22

Labels............................................................................ 22

Using the Micro Adjust Function......................................................... 23

Adjusting the tear-off position....................................................... 23

Adjusting the top-of-form position. . . . . . . . ............................................ 24

Chapter 4 Printer Software

About Your Printer Software............................................................. 26

Using the Printer Driver................................................................. 26

Accessing the printer driver from Windows applications.................................. 27

Accessing the printer driver from the Start menu........................................ 27

Changing the printer driver settings................................................... 28

Printing barcodes.................................................................. 28

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Printer Driver Settings Overview.......................................................... 29

Printer settings.................................................................... 30

Monitoring settings................................................................ 31

Using EPSON Status Monitor 3........................................................... 32

Setting up EPSON Status Monitor 3................................................... 32

Accessing EPSON Status Monitor 3................................................... 34

Setting the Auto Tear-Off Function....................................................... 35

Setting the Buzzer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....................................................... 35

Setting whether the buzzer sounds when printing is finished. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Setting whether the buzzer sounds when an error occurs.................................. 36

Using Reduce Scraping Mode............................................................ 36

Adjusting the Print Position.............................................................. 36

USB Replacement Service................................................................ 37

Installing USB Replacement Service................................................... 37

Replacing a USB-connected printer................................................... 38

BI Parallel Port Driver.................................................................. 38

EpsonNet Config....................................................................... 39

Installing EpsonNet Config.......................................................... 40

EPSON Printer Setting.................................................................. 41

Setting Up Your Printer on a Network..................................................... 41

Sharing the printer................................................................. 41

Setting up your printer as a shared printer.............................................. 42

Setting the clients.................................................................. 45

Canceling Printing..................................................................... 47

Using the printer button............................................................ 47

Using Windows.................................................................... 47

Uninstalling the Printer Software......................................................... 48

Uninstalling the printer driver and utilities............................................. 48

Chapter 5 Control Panel

Using the Control Panel................................................................. 51

Control panel buttons and lights...................................................... 51

Chapter 6 Troubleshooting

Using the Error Indicators............................................................... 55

Problems and Solutions................................................................. 57

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Power supply...................................................................... 57

Printing.......................................................................... 57

Paper handling.................................................................... 60

Network problems................................................................. 61

Other problems.................................................................... 61

Correcting USB Problems............................................................... 61

Make sure that your computer is a Windows 8, 7, Vista, XP, or 2000 pre-installed model. ...... 62

Printer does not work correctly with the USB cable...................................... 62

Clearing Paper Jams.................................................................... 62

Chapter 7 Where To Get Help

Technical Support Web Site.............................................................. 64

Contacting Customer Support............................................................ 64

Before Contacting Epson............................................................ 64

Help for Users in Australia.......................................................... 65

Help for Users in Singapore.......................................................... 66

Help for Users in Thailand. . ......................................................... 66

Help for Users in Indonesia.......................................................... 66

Help for Users in Hong Kong........................................................ 66

Help for Users in Malaysia........................................................... 67

Help for Users in India. ............................................................. 67

Help for Users in the Philippines..................................................... 67

Help for Users in Europe............................................................ 68

Help for Users in North America..................................................... 68

Help for Users in Latin America...................................................... 69

Chapter 8 Consumables

Replacing the Ink Cartridges............................................................. 71

Genuine Epson ink cartridges........................................................ 71

Checking the ink cartridge status..................................................... 71

Precautions on ink cartridge replacement.............................................. 73

Replacing an ink cartridge........................................................... 75

Chapter 9 Product Information

Printer Parts........................................................................... 80

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Printer Specifications................................................................... 81

Mechanical....................................................................... 81

Electronic......................................................................... 83

Electrical......................................................................... 88

Environmental.................................................................... 89

Paper............................................................................ 89

Printable area...................................................................... 92

AC Adapter Electrical Specifications. ...................................................... 93

Command Lists........................................................................ 94

Character Tables....................................................................... 94

Standards and Approvals................................................................ 95

Taiwan........................................................................... 96

North America.................................................................... 96

Europe........................................................................... 97

Checking the Print Head Nozzles......................................................... 97

Using the Nozzle Check utility for Windows............................................ 97

Using the control panel............................................................. 98

Cleaning the Print Head................................................................. 99

Using the Head Cleaning utility for Windows........................................... 99

Using the control panel............................................................ 100

Aligning the Print Head................................................................ 101

Adjusting the media feed........................................................... 101

Adjusting the bi-directional printing................................................. 101

Printing the Status Sheet................................................................ 102

General information. .............................................................. 102

Network settings.................................................................. 103

Printer settings................................................................... 103

Initializing the Network Setting.......................................................... 103

Cleaning the Printer................................................................... 103

Cleaning the outer case............................................................. 104

Cleaning the inside of the printer.................................................... 104

Cleaning the paper feed rollers...................................................... 106

Transporting the Printer................................................................ 107

Operating System Versions

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Index

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Chapter 1

Getting to Know Your Printer

Features

Your EPSON

GP-C830/GP-M830/GP-C831/GP-M831/GP-C832/GP-M832 is an ink jet printer

with a tractor feeder. Your printer provides high-quality printing and superior performance in a

compact design. The printer has the following features:

❏ The ability to handle a wide range of paper types, including continuous medicine bags, labels

(continuous base sheet), continuous plain paper, and other paper with sprocket holes.

❏ The ability to use individual, large-capacity ink cartridges. Durable design for high-volume

printing.

❏ The pigment inks that are used achieve high-quality printing on plain paper and have excellent

waterproof capability.

Your printer comes packaged with the printer driver and other software, including the EPSON Status

Monitor 3 utility for Microsoft Windows 8, 7, Vista, XP, Server 2012, Server 2008 R2, Server 2008, and

Server 2003. The EPSON Status Monitor 3 utility lets you check the status of your printer quickly and

easily.

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Chapter 2

Safety Instructions

Warnings, Cautions, and Notes

Warnings

must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury.

Cautions

must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment.

Notes

contain important information and useful tips on the operation of your printer.

Important safety instructions

Read all of these safety instructions before using the printer. In addition, follow all warnings and

instructions marked on the printer itself.

When setting up the printer

Warning:

Use the specified AC Adapter (EPSON AC Adapter K, Model: M248A) only.

❏ Do not place the printer on an unstable surface or near a radiator or heat source.

❏ Place the printer on a flat, stable surface. Tilting or placing the printer at an angle may adversely

affect the print quality.

❏ Do not place the printer on a soft, unstable surface like a bed or a sofa, or in a small, enclosed area,

as this restricts ventilation.

❏ Do not block or cover the slots and openings in the printer’s cabinet, and do not insert objects

through the slots.

❏ Leave adequate room around the printer for easy operation and maintenance.

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❏ Place the printer where you can easily connect it to a interface cable, if necessary.

❏ Use only the type of power source indicated on the printer’s label. If you are not sure of the power

supply specifications in your area, contact your local power company or consult your dealer.

❏ Connect all equipment to properly grounded electrical outlets. Avoid using outlets on the same

circuit as photocopiers or air control systems that regularly switch on and off.

❏ Do not use a damaged or frayed power cord.

❏ The power cord should be placed to avoid abrasions, cuts, fraying, crimping, kinking, and other

damage.

❏ If you use an extension cord with the printer, make sure the total ampere rating of all devices

plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the cord’s ampere rating. Also, make sure the total

ampere of all devices plugged into the electrical outlet does not exceed the electrical outlet’s

ampere rating.

❏ Use only the power cord that comes with this product. Use of another cord may result in fire or

electric shock.

❏ This product’s power cord is for use with this product only. Use with other equipment may result

in fire or electric shock.

❏ Be sure the AC power cord meets the relevant local safety standards.

❏ Depending on the area, the interface cable may be included with the product. If so, use that cable.

❏ Seiko Epson Corporation shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from electromagnetic

interference that occurs from the use of any interface cables other than those designated as Epson

approved products. For details about approved cables, contact Epson customer support.

❏ Avoid using or storing the printer in places subject to rapid changes in temperature and humidity.

Also, keep it away from direct sunlight, strong light, heat sources, or excessive moisture or dust.

❏ Avoid places subject to shocks and vibrations.

❏ Place the printer near a wall outlet where you can easily unplug the power cord.

❏ Keep the entire computer system away from potential sources of electromagnetic interference,

such as loudspeakers or the base units of cordless telephones.

❏ Avoid electrical outlets controlled by wall switches or automatic timers. An interruption in power

can erase information in the memory of your printer or computer. Also, avoid outlets on the same

circuit as large motors or other appliances that can cause voltage fluctuations.

❏ Use a grounded power outlet; do not use an adapter plug.

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❏ If you plan to use a printer stand, follow these guidelines:

- Use a stand that can support at least twice the weight of the printer.

- Never use a stand that tilts the printer. The printer should always be kept level.

- Position your printer’s power cord and interface cable so they do not interfere with paper

feeding. If possible, secure the cables to a leg of the printer stand.

When maintaining the printer

❏ Unplug the printer before cleaning it, and always clean it with a damp cloth only.

❏ Do not spill liquid onto the printer.

❏ Do not attempt to service the printer yourself except as specifically explained in this manual.

❏ Unplug the printer and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following

conditions:

i. If the power cord or plug is damaged.

ii. If liquid has entered the printer.

iii. If the printer has been dropped or the cabinet damaged.

iv. If the printer does not operate normally or exhibits a distinct change in performance.

❏ Do not use aerosol blowers which contain flammable gas inside or around this product. Doing so

may cause fire.

❏ Adjust only those controls that are covered in this manual.

When handling paper

Do not load paper that is curled or has been folded.

When operating the printer

❏ Adjust only those controls that are covered in the user documentation. Improper adjustment of

other controls may result in damage requiring extensive repair by a qualified technician.

❏ When the printer encounter difficulties, turn off the printer, and then unplug the power cord from

the electrical outlet.

When handling ink cartridges

Observe the following when handling ink cartridges:

❏ Keep ink cartridges out of the reach of children and do not drink the ink.

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❏ If ink gets on your skin, wash it off with soap and water. If it gets in your eyes, flush them

immediately with water.

❏ For best results, shake the ink cartridge four or five times.

Caution:

Do not shake cartridges (that have been installed previously) with too much force.

❏ Use an ink cartridge prior to the date printed on the cartridge carton.

❏ Use up the ink cartridge within six months of installation for best results.

❏ Do not disassemble or modify the ink cartridge; otherwise, you may not be able to print normally.

❏ Store ink cartridges in a cool, dark place.

❏ After bringing an ink cartridge inside from a cold storage site, allow it to warm up at room

temperature for at least three hours before using it.

❏ Do not touch the green IC chip on the side of the cartridge. This may affect normal operation and

printing.The IC chip on this ink cartridge retains a variety of cartridge related-information, such

as the ink cartridge status, so that the cartridge may be removed and reinserted freely. If you

remove an ink cartridge for later use, protect the ink supply area from dirt and dust, and store it in

the same environment as this product. Note that there is a valve in the ink supply port, making

covers or plugs unnecessary, but care is needed to prevent the ink from staining items that the

cartridge touches. Do not touch the ink supply port or surrounding area.

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Restriction of use

When this product is used for applications requiring high reliability/safety, such as transportation

devices related to aviation, rail, marine, automotive, etc.; disaster prevention devices; various safety

devices, etc.; or functional/precision devices, etc., you should use this product only after giving

consideration to including fail-safes and redundancies into your design to maintain safety and total

system reliability. Because this product was not intended for use in applications requiring extremely

high reliability/safety such as aerospace equipment, main communication equipment, nuclear power

control equipment, or medical equipment related to direct medical care etc., please make your own

judgment on this product's suitability after a full evaluation.

For Turkish users

AEEE Yönetmeliğine Uygundur.

For Ukrainian users

Обладнання відповідає вимогам Технічного регламенту обмеження використання деяких

небезпечних речовин в електричному та електронному обладнанні.

For Brazilian users

A Epson preocupa-se com o meio ambiente e sabe que o planejamento para o futuro requer um forte

compromisso ambiental. Para isso, nos empenhamos em criar produtos inovadores que são

confiáveis, recicláveis e eficientes. Produtos melhores utilizando menos recursos naturais para ajudar

a garantir um futuro melhor para todos.

As embalagens deste produto - papelão, plástico, isopor e espuma - são recicláveis e podem ser

entregues a cooperativas de reciclagem, postos de recolhimento de resíduos ou empresas recicladoras.

Os materiais que compõem o produto - plástico, metais, placa eletrônica e cartucho - são recicláveis. O

produto não deve ser desmontado, deve ser encaminhado para os Centros de Serviços Autorizados

que darão o destino ambientalmente adequado. Consulte em nosso site - http://

global.latin.epson.com/br os Centros de Serviços Autorizados.

Todos os Centros de Serviços Autorizados podem receber equipamentos da marca Epson destinados

para reciclagem.

Conheça nossas ações ambientais e o Programa de Coleta de Cartuchos (www.epson.com.br/coleta)

em nosso site.

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For Argentina users

When handling AC adapter

Precaución:

Confirme que el cable de alimentación de CA cumpla con las normas de seguridad locales

pertinentes.

❏ Coloque la impresora y la fuente externa de poder cerca a una toma eléctrica de pared de la que

pueda desenchufar la fuete externa de poder fácilmente.

❏ No coloque el cable de alimentación de CA en lugares donde se pueda enroscar, cortar, desgastar,

deshilachar o rizar. No coloque ningún objeto sobre el cable de alimentación de CA y no coloque la

fuente extrerna de poder o el cable de alimentación en zonas donde se puedan pisar. Tome especial

precaución de no doblar los cables de alimentación en los extremos y en los puntos de entrada de la

fuente extrerna de poder.

❏ Utilice únicamente la fuente extrerna de poder suministrada con la impresora. El uso de otro

fuente externa de poder podría provocar incendios, descargas eléctricas u otros daños.

❏ La fuente extrerna de poder está diseñada para ser utilizada con la impresora a la que acompaña.

No intente usarla con otros dispositivos electrónicos, a menos que esté especificado.

❏ Utilice sólo el tipo de corriente indicado en la etiqueta de la fuente extrerna de poder. Use siempre

tomas de corriente eléctricas, domésticas y estándar con el cable de alimentación que cumplan con

las regulaciones locales de seguridad.

❏ No use tomas de corriente que se encuentren en el mismo circuito que fotocopiadoras o sistemas

de aire acondicionado que se enciendan y apaguen periódicamente. Si utiliza un cable de extensión

con el impresor, compruebe que la suma de las corrientes nominales en amperios de todos los

dispositivos conectados al cable de extensión no sea superior a la corriente nominal de dicho cable.

Además, compruebe que el total de amperios de intensidad de todos los dispositivos enchufados a

la toma eléctrica de pared no supere el total de amperios de la toma. No coloque varias cargas en la

toma eléctrica de la pared.

❏ Nunca desmonte, modifique o intente reparar Ud. mismo la fuente externa de poder o la

impresora.

❏ No inserte objetos en las aberturas del impresor, pues podrían entrar en contacto con puntos de

voltaje peligrosos o provocar cortocircuitos en dichos elementos. Existe el peligro de descargas

eléctricas.

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❏ Desenchufe la impresora y la fuente externa de poder antes de limpiar la impresora. Límpiela sólo

con un paño húmedo. No utilice productos de limpieza líquidos o en aerosol. No aplique líquido

de ningún tipo directamente al cristal de la impresora.

❏ Desenchufe la impresora y la fuente externa de poder y póngase en contacto con un técnico de

servicio ante las siguientes situaciones: el cable de CA o el enchufe están estropeados; ha entrado

líquido en el impresor o en la fuente externa de poder; la impresora o la fuente externa de poder se

han caído o se ha dañado la carcasa; la impresora o la fuente externa de poder no funcionan con

normalidad o muestran un cambio en su rendimiento. (No ajuste los controles que no hayan sido

especificados en las instrucciones de funcionamiento).

❏ Cuando no vaya a utilizar el impresor durante un periodo de tiempo prolongado, desenchufe la

fuente externa de poder de la toma eléctrica.

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Chapter 3

Paper Handling

Acceptable Paper Conditions

Caution:

❏ Do not use paper that is folded, creased, curled, torn, stained, or stamped.

A: Torn

B: Curled

C: Creased

D: Folded

❏ Use only paper that meets the paper specifications. For more information, see “Paper” on

page 89.

Printing on Continuous Paper

Your printer can handle continuous paper with the push tractor.

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Position the printer and continuous paper as shown in the illustrations below so that the paper is

loaded smoothly.

* 1 m or less

Note:

❏ The printing position may be misaligned if the continuous paper touches the printer’s stand or any

cables. Position the continuous paper so that it is loaded smoothly. (A)

❏ Overlapping paper may be fed if the top of the stack of continuous paper is as high as or higher than

the push tractor. (B)

❏ Be sure to remove the continuous paper from its box and place it within 1 m of the printer. (C)

❏ Load the continuous paper straight into the printer. (D)

Printing with the push tractor

Follow these steps to load continuous paper using the push tractor.

Note:

Do not touch the paper sensor on the left sprocket unit.

1. Turn off the printer.

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2. Facing the back of the printer, release the right sprocket unit by pulling the sprocket lock lever

up.

3. Slide the right sprocket to match the width of your paper, but do not lock it.

Note:

The left sprocket unit is fixed in place and cannot be adjusted.

4. Slide the center paper support halfway between the two sprockets.

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5. Open the sprocket covers of both sprockets.

* sprocket cover

6. Fit the first two holes of the paper over the sprocket pins on both sides. Slide the right sprocket unit

slightly to the right so that the paper is not slack.

Caution:

Make sure the first sheet of your continuous paper has a clean, straight edge so that it can feed

smoothly into the printer.

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7. Close the sprocket covers.

8. Slide the right sprocket unit to remove any slack in the paper and lock it in place.

9. Turn on the printer.

10. Press the Load/Eject button to feed the paper to the top-of-form position. When the printer

receives data, it begins printing.

11. After you finish printing, follow the steps in the next section to tear off your printed document. If

the first printed line on your page appears too high or low, you can change its position using the

Micro Adjust function. See “Adjusting the top-of-form position” on page 24.

Note:

❏ After you finish printing, tear off your printed document, and then turn off the printer. If you turn the

printer off and on without tearing off the printed document, the top-of-form position setting may

become misadjusted.

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❏ If the trailing edge of the paper is past the paper sensor after the printed document is torn off, the

paper will be fed forward without being printed.

❏ Do not pull the loaded paper out of the tractor unit. Doing so may cause paper jams or printer

malfunctions. Also, the top-of-form position setting may become misadjusted.

❏ The last page of continuous paper that is printed may have low print quality.

❏ If the first line on your page appears too high or low, you can change its position using the Micro

Adjust function. For more information, see “Adjusting the top-of-form position” on page 24.

❏ Make sure that the right and left edges of continuous paper are straight and not slack when you load

the paper.

❏ Do not pull the paper while printing. Doing so may adversely affect the print quality.

Caution:

Never open the top cover or ink cartridge cover while printing.

Using the tear-off function

You can use the tear-off function to advance your continuous paper to the printer’s tear-off position

after you finish printing.

❏ To tear off the printed sheet manually after printing, press the Tear Off button to advance the

perforation of the paper to the tear-off position.

❏ To enable the auto tear-off function, turn on the Auto Tearoff Setting from the printer driver. The

printer advances the perforation of the paper to the tear-off position automatically when a set time

has passed after printing. When the printer receives the print data, the printer feeds the paper

backward to the top-of-form position automatically. For more information, see “Setting the Auto

Tear-Off Function” on page 35.

If the paper perforation is not in the desired tear-off position, you can use the Micro Adjust function to

adjust the position of the perforation. For more information, see “Adjusting the tear-off position” on

page 23.

Follow these steps to use the auto tear-off function.

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