| Printing method | Multi-layer Actuator Head (EPMACH) |
| Nozzle configuration | 64 nozzles (black)
3 x 20 nozzles (Magenta, Cyan, Yellow) |
| Print direction |
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| Bi-directional with logic seeking |
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| Print speed |
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| LQ 10 cpi | 200 cps |
| LQ 12 cpi | 240 cps |
| LQ 15 cpi | 300 cps |
| LQ 17 cpi | 343 cps |
| LQ 20 cpi | 400 cps |
| Black | 3 PPM (A4)* |
| Colour | 1.5 PPM (A4)* |
| * The page per minute print speed is a guide only. Actual print speed may vary under different printing conditions. |
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| Resolution | 720 x 720 dpi (maximum) |
| Font | 28 typefaces |
| Bitmap LQ Fonts | Epson Roman, Epson Sans Serif, Epson Courier, Epson Prestige, Epson Script |
| Scalable Fonts | Epson Roman, Epson Sans Serif, Epson Roman T, Epson Sans Serif H (8-32 pt) |
| Character tables | 9 |
| Control code | Epson ESC/P2
IBM®X24E |
| Printable columns |
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| 10 cpi | 80 characters per line |
| 12 cpi | 96 characters per line |
| 15 cpi | 120 characters per line |
| Paper feed method | Friction feed with paper feeder |
| Paper capacity |
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| Plain paper | 100 sheets |
| Special coated paper | 70 sheets |
| High quality glossy | 30 sheets |
| Transparency film | 50 sheets |
| Envelopes | 10 envelopes |
| Paper size | A4, Letter, B5, Legal, Statement, Executive, Envelope (No. 10, DL), Index card (A6) |
| Paper Thickness | 0.08 mm - 0.11 mm (paper)
0.16 mm - 0.52 mm (envelopes)
0.21 mm (index cards distributed by Epson) |
| Paper Quality | Plain paper, special coated paper for 720dpi / 360 dpi, high quality glossy paper, transparency film |
| Line Spacing | 1/6", 1/8" or programmable in 1/360" increments |
| Input data buffer | 56 KBytes |
| Interface | Centronics-type 8-bit parallel interface (IEEE-1284 Nibble mode)
Macintosh serial interface (RS-422) |
| Ink cartridge |
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| Black ink cartridge | (S020093) |
| Type | Exclusive cartridge |
| Colour | Black |
| Print capacity | Up to 620 pages (A4 text)) |
| Ink life | 2 years from production date |
| Colour ink cartridge | (S020097) |
| Type | Exclusive cartridge |
| Colour | Magenta, Cyan, Yellow |
| Print capacity | Up to 320 pages (A4, 5% duty each colour at 360 dpi) |
| Ink life | 2 years from production date |
| Reliability |
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| Total print volume | 75,000 pages (A4, letter) |
| Control panel |
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| Functions | Cleaning (Black), Cleaning (Colour), Load/Eject, Change Ink Cartridge |
| Indicators | Power, Paper Out, Ink Out (Black), Ink Out (Colour) |
| Environmental conditions (operating) |
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| Temperature | 10° to 35° C |
| Humidity | 20% to 80% RH |
| Electrical specifications |
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| Voltage | AC 220 to 240V |
| Rated frequency | 50 to 60 Hz |
| Power consumption | Approximately 18W
(ISO10561 Letter pattern) |
| Dimensions |
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| Width | 433 mm |
| Depth | 248 mm |
| Height | 198 mm |
| Weight | 5.1 kg |
| Printer Driver | Mac® OS 8.1 to 9.X |
| Microsoft Windows 95 |
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| Microsoft Windows v.3.1x |
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| Warranty | 12 months return to base |
Product Options
| Product Code |
Description |
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Products |
| C198061 |
Epson Stylus COLOR 500 |
| |
Warranty |
| A2YWPINK |
3 year warranty option |
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This printer is designed to function only with genuine Epson ink cartridges and not with third party ink cartridges. The printer may not function properly or at all if you use third party ink cartridges.
Equipment supplied by Epson Australia is designed to function in conjunction with genuine Epson consumables and accessories specifically configured for it.
The Epson Intellidge® Ink System is designed to work perfectly in harmony with the printer and your choice of media to ensure you get:
- the very best of print quality every print, every time
- and trouble-free, peace-of-mind printing every print, every time
The Epson Intellidge® Ink System brings maximum benefits, maximum ink usage and the interchange of Epson cartridges suitable for this model.
The Epson Intellidge® Ink System gives you easy-to-see, readily available information about all your ink levels.
This printer is designed to function only with genuine Epson ink cartridges and not with third party ink cartridges. The printer may not function properly or at all if you use third party ink cartridges.
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and long life when used according to its specifications. With any system, product
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This printer is designed to function only with genuine Epson ink cartridges and not with third party ink cartridges. The printer may not function properly or at all if you use third party ink cartridges.
