Epson LQ-690II dot matrix printer 4800 x 1200 DPI 487 cps

The Epson LQ-690II is a fast, reliable dot matrix printer designed for productive office and warehouse use. It offers high-speed impact printing, a compact robust build and compatibility with existing ribbons, making it suitable for continuous multi-part form printing and environments with heavy document throughput.

Advantages

The LQ-690II delivers high-speed printing of originals plus up to six copies and achieves up to 487 cps (10 cpi) with resident printer fonts. It provides a long ribbon yield of up to 10 million characters per ribbon, reducing running costs and waste by allowing use of transferable ribbons from compatible printers. The printer is engineered for durability with an MTBF of 20,000 power-on hours and a casing designed to operate in humid and warm conditions.

Key specifications

• Print technology: Dot matrix (impact) printer
• Copy capability: Original + 6 copies
• Speed: Up to 487 cps (10 cpi) with resident fonts
• Ribbon yield: Up to 10 million characters per ribbon
• Reliability: MTBF 20,000 power-on hours
• Design: Compact flatbed, suitable for desk, office or warehouse

How to use

Place the Epson LQ-690II on a stable surface and load multi-part forms or single sheets into the flatbed feed according to the user manual. Install the ribbon cartridge, which is transferable from compatible models, and select the required resident font or host-based settings from the printer driver. For continuous operation, monitor ribbon and paper supplies and perform routine checks as described in the maintenance section of the manual.

Recommendations

For best results in high-volume environments, use compatible ribbons with the specified yield, choose resident printer fonts to maximize print speed, and ensure regular maintenance checks to preserve the printer’s MTBF and reliability in humid or warm conditions.