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Technical Details for Epson FX 980


Technical Details for Epson FX 980 Dot-Matrix Printer
Epson FX 980 
Description: Model ID C76101DA / Epson FX 980 - Printer - B/W - dot-matrix - A4 - 240 dpi x 144 dpi - 9 pin - up to 569 char/sec - parallel, serial / The FX-980 is the fastest, and most highly specified narrow carriage printer in Epson's 9 pin Dot Matrix range. Capable of printing 569 cps i ... more
Epson FX 980 ... cps in high speed draft, with the ability to handle up to 7 multi-part forms increasing both efficiency and productivity. The FX-980 features advanced paper-handling capabilities. Fitted as standard with a rear push, front push/top pull tractor and a front and rear paper guide, the FX-980 can print on a wide variety of stationery. The addition of the optional paper handling accessories further enhances the versatility of the FX-980 to enable the stacking of up to 200 single sheets, envelopes or labels. Paper can be loaded from the top, front, rear or bottom ensuring maximum flexibility for the user. The printer comes as standard with both parallel and serial interfaces. An Epson Type B Print Server allows easy integration with a wide range of different connectivity options including a full range of network configurations.

Technical Details for Epson FX 980

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General
Printer TypePersonal printer - dot-matrix - 9 pin - monochrome
Form FactorDesktop
Width52.8 cm
Depth40.4 cm
Height23.6 cm
Weight11 kg
Enclosure ColourWhite
Printer
Print SpeedUp to 569 char/sec - max speed
Up to 380 char/sec - draft
Up to 95 char/sec - best
Connectivity TechnologyWired
InterfaceParallel, serial
Max Resolution ( B&W )240 dpi x 144 dpi
Language SimulationIBM PPR, EPSON ESC/P
Fonts Included11 x bitmapped
8 x barcode
RAM
RAM Installed ( Max )64 KB / 64 KB (max)
Technology / Form FactorIntegrated
Media Handling
Media Path TypeStraight
Media TypeEnvelopes, plain paper, continious forms
Max Media Size (Custom)257 mm x 364 mm
Media SizesANSI A (Letter) (216 x 279 mm), Legal (216 x 356 mm), Executive (184 x 267 mm), A4 (210 x 297 mm), A5 (148 x 210 mm), B5 (176 x 250 mm), B4 (250 x 353 mm), Letter Extra (243 x 337 mm)
Envelope SizesUS No 10 (104.7 x 241.3 mm), Com-10 (105 x 241 mm)
Media Feeder(s)1 x manual load - 1 sheets - B4 (250 x 353 mm)
Max Sheets in Multi-Part Form6
Duty Cycle
Cartridge / Printhead Duty Cycle7.5 million characters
Cartridge / Printhead Included Qty1
Expansion / Connectivity
Expansion Slots Total (Free)1 ( 1 ) x Expansion Slot
Connections1 x parallel - IEEE 1284 (EPP/ECP) - 36 PIN Centronics
1 x serial - RS-232 - 25 pin D-Sub (DB-25)
Power
Power DevicePower supply - integrated
Frequency Required50/60 Hz
Power Consumption Operational46 Watt
Compliant StandardsEPA Energy Star
Software / System Requirements
Software IncludedDrivers & Utilities
OS RequiredMicrosoft DOS, Microsoft Windows 3.x/95/98, Microsoft Windows NT 3.51 or later, Microsoft Windows 2000, Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition
Manufacturer Warranty
Service & Support1 year warranty
Service & Support DetailsLimited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year - carry-in
Environmental Parameters
Min Operating Temperature5 °C
Max Operating Temperature35 °C
Humidity Range Operating10 - 80%
Sound Emission55 dBA
 
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