Epson EPL-8000 Printer User Manual


 
introduction
Two Epson ESC/P
®
emulation modes for the compatibility with
the range of applications written for Epson 9-pin and 24-pin
printers.
1 megabyte (MB) of standard random access memory (RAM)
built-in, expandable up to 7.5MB for graphics printing and for
using three interfaces at the same time when you add an
optional interface.
Two built-in interfaces: Centronics
®
parallel and RS-232C or
RS-422 serial. You can also install an optional interface and use
it as a third channel for data input.
Three independent interface channels (parallel, serial, and
optional). You can connect up to three computers to your
printer and share it by using the autosense feature, which
automatically switches the printer to the channel receiving data,
or by dividing the RAM to produce a separate area for each
channel.
An intelligent emulation switching feature allows the printer to
switch automatically between PostScript emulation and another
mode based on the data received. Also, a shared printer
language feature using printer commands.
Two paper delivery methods: standard face-down delivery and
face-up delivery (with the optional face-up tray) for printing
on media requiring a straight-through paper path and for
immediate viewing of printed output.
Manual feeding directly selectable from the control panel. It is
possible to feed and print on envelopes using the manual feed
tray.
A large selection of international symbol sets to print with the
letters, characters, and symbols of various languages.
Two IC card slots for adding optional identity and font cards,
including a PostScript emulation card.
A combined photoconductive, developing, and toner unit in a
single disposable imaging cartridge for easy maintenance.
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Introduction