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...FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. these changes will be addressed to Lexmark International, Inc., Department F95/035-3, 740 New Circle Road N.W., Lexington, Kentucky 40511-1876, U.S.A. If the form has been removed, comments may not apply to you . Lexmark is provided at DFARS 252.227-7013 and in later ...in Technical Data and Computer Software clause at the back of Lexmark International, Inc. A form for publications should be made to the information herein; Use duplication or disclosure by the Government is subject to restrictions as set forth in subparagraph (c)(1)(ii) of the Rights in any ...
...FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. these changes will be addressed to Lexmark International, Inc., Department F95/035-3, 740 New Circle Road N.W., Lexington, Kentucky 40511-1876, U.S.A. If the form has been removed, comments may not apply to you . Lexmark is provided at DFARS 252.227-7013 and in later ...in Technical Data and Computer Software clause at the back of Lexmark International, Inc. A form for publications should be made to the information herein; Use duplication or disclosure by the Government is subject to restrictions as set forth in subparagraph (c)(1)(ii) of the Rights in any ...
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...10 Connecting the Serial Cable 12 Changing the Serial Settings 14 Verifying Serial Interface Settings 15 Printing the Demonstration Page 16 Setting the Language of Function Menus 36 Menu Options 38 Setting the Printer Online or Offline 46 Stopping the Printer 46 Advancing the Paper 46 Using Tear-Off 47... Auto Tear-Off Set to do Next 24 Chapter 2 - Features and Functions 25 Front View of Printer 27 Rear View of Printer 29 Supplies 30 Chapter 3...
...10 Connecting the Serial Cable 12 Changing the Serial Settings 14 Verifying Serial Interface Settings 15 Printing the Demonstration Page 16 Setting the Language of Function Menus 36 Menu Options 38 Setting the Printer Online or Offline 46 Stopping the Printer 46 Advancing the Paper 46 Using Tear-Off 47... Auto Tear-Off Set to do Next 24 Chapter 2 - Features and Functions 25 Front View of Printer 27 Rear View of Printer 29 Supplies 30 Chapter 3...
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... Sheet or Envelope With Continuous Forms Already Loaded 65 Loading Continuous Forms 70 Aligning the Left Margin 74 Top-Of-Form (TOF 76 Setting TOF for Continuous Forms 76 Setting TOF for Single Sheets and Envelopes 78 Setting TOF in a Macro 78 Auto Tear-Off (Set to On 79 Auto Tear-Off (Set to Off 80 Auto Tear-Off...
... Sheet or Envelope With Continuous Forms Already Loaded 65 Loading Continuous Forms 70 Aligning the Left Margin 74 Top-Of-Form (TOF 76 Setting TOF for Continuous Forms 76 Setting TOF for Single Sheets and Envelopes 78 Setting TOF in a Macro 78 Auto Tear-Off (Set to On 79 Auto Tear-Off (Set to Off 80 Auto Tear-Off...
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...Item ↓ until Interface Opt. c Press Item ↓ until the interface option you want appears. b Press Next →. Changing the Serial Settings 1 Turn the printer On. 2 Press Menu to the interface level. 7 To change the default, press Next → and then Item ↓ until the appropriate data... speed setting appears. 14 Chapter 1: Getting Started appears on the display. Menu/ Quit Font Item Start/ Stop Tear Off Store Pitch ...
...Item ↓ until Interface Opt. c Press Item ↓ until the interface option you want appears. b Press Next →. Changing the Serial Settings 1 Turn the printer On. 2 Press Menu to the interface level. 7 To change the default, press Next → and then Item ↓ until the appropriate data... speed setting appears. 14 Chapter 1: Getting Started appears on the display. Menu/ Quit Font Item Start/ Stop Tear Off Store Pitch ...
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... Menu. 2 Press Item ↓ or Item ↑ until Print Settings appears. 3 Make sure that forms are loaded. 4 Press Start to print the current printer-function settings. 5 Press Item ↓ or Item ↑ until the menu item you want appears. 7 Press Store to save the setting. An asterisk (*) appears next to the selected value. 8 Press Quit...
... Menu. 2 Press Item ↓ or Item ↑ until Print Settings appears. 3 Make sure that forms are loaded. 4 Press Start to print the current printer-function settings. 5 Press Item ↓ or Item ↑ until the menu item you want appears. 7 Press Store to save the setting. An asterisk (*) appears next to the selected value. 8 Press Quit...
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Before inserting paper, make sure that the left margin. Margin guide Left Paper Guide 18 Chapter 1: Getting Started Getting Started 5 Set the left paper guide is not properly aligned, the Demo page prints incorrectly. For help, see "Aligning the Left Margin" on the margin guide. If the paper guide is aligned flush with the [A symbol printed on page 74.
Before inserting paper, make sure that the left margin. Margin guide Left Paper Guide 18 Chapter 1: Getting Started Getting Started 5 Set the left paper guide is not properly aligned, the Demo page prints incorrectly. For help, see "Aligning the Left Margin" on the margin guide. If the paper guide is aligned flush with the [A symbol printed on page 74.
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You are now ready to print. 8 Press Menu to the Top-Of-Form (TOF). b If Auto Cut Sheet Load is Off, press FormFeed. 7 Make sure the printer is online (Ready light is on solid. If it is not, press Start/Stop until the Ready light is On (factory default), the paper feeds ... Paper Guide Right Paper Guide The Paper Empty/Add Paper message disappears. a If Auto Cut Sheet Load is on solid). For more information about setting TOF, see "Setting TOF for Single Sheets and Envelopes" on page 78. Getting Started 6 Place a single sheet against the left paper guide. Move the right paper ...
You are now ready to print. 8 Press Menu to the Top-Of-Form (TOF). b If Auto Cut Sheet Load is Off, press FormFeed. 7 Make sure the printer is online (Ready light is on solid. If it is not, press Start/Stop until the Ready light is On (factory default), the paper feeds ... Paper Guide Right Paper Guide The Paper Empty/Add Paper message disappears. a If Auto Cut Sheet Load is on solid). For more information about setting TOF, see "Setting TOF for Single Sheets and Envelopes" on page 78. Getting Started 6 Place a single sheet against the left paper guide. Move the right paper ...
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Control Options Menu/ Quit Font Item Start/ Stop Tear Off Store Pitch Item Power Tractor2 Ready Check AutoGap Micro Next Micro Prev. Load Unload LineFeed FormFeed Getting Started Chapter 1: Getting Started 21 Setting the Language of the Operator Panel Messages To set up your printer in a language other than English: 1 Turn the printer On. 2 Press Menu to enter the function menu. 3 Press Item ↓ or Item ↑ until Control Options appears on the display.
Control Options Menu/ Quit Font Item Start/ Stop Tear Off Store Pitch Item Power Tractor2 Ready Check AutoGap Micro Next Micro Prev. Load Unload LineFeed FormFeed Getting Started Chapter 1: Getting Started 21 Setting the Language of the Operator Panel Messages To set up your printer in a language other than English: 1 Turn the printer On. 2 Press Menu to enter the function menu. 3 Press Item ↓ or Item ↑ until Control Options appears on the display.
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... software, in the following preferred order. 1 4227 2 Forms Printer 2381 Plus 3 2381 Plus 4 2381 5 4226 6 IBM Proprinter III XL The printer driver you select in your software application must match the emulation mode you select for your printer for the Epson emulation mode. Most application software...what printer drivers are using so the program can take full advantage of printer you are available with that it works with the application software (program) you want to customize your printer. Getting Started Installing Your Application Software Now that you have set up your printer, ...
... software, in the following preferred order. 1 4227 2 Forms Printer 2381 Plus 3 2381 Plus 4 2381 5 4226 6 IBM Proprinter III XL The printer driver you select in your software application must match the emulation mode you select for your printer for the Epson emulation mode. Most application software...what printer drivers are using so the program can take full advantage of printer you are available with that it works with the application software (program) you want to customize your printer. Getting Started Installing Your Application Software Now that you have set up your printer, ...
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Feature Multiple-part Forms Printing Code Pages Software Compatibility Interface Connection AutoGap Function 6-part forms (carbon and carbonless) Your printer supports the following code pages: 437, 437G, 813, 850, 851, 853T, 857, 860, 861, 863, 865, 869, 920, 1004, and 1053. Features and Functions 26 Chapter 2: Features and Functions For Parallel, RS-422, and RS-232 cables When AutoGap is set to On, the printer automatically adjusts to the thickness of the paper you are using. Compatible with all IBM and IBM-compatible computers.
Feature Multiple-part Forms Printing Code Pages Software Compatibility Interface Connection AutoGap Function 6-part forms (carbon and carbonless) Your printer supports the following code pages: 437, 437G, 813, 850, 851, 853T, 857, 860, 861, 863, 865, 869, 920, 1004, and 1053. Features and Functions 26 Chapter 2: Features and Functions For Parallel, RS-422, and RS-232 cables When AutoGap is set to On, the printer automatically adjusts to the thickness of the paper you are using. Compatible with all IBM and IBM-compatible computers.
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... section describes the basic functions of the Font and Pitch Lock features. 31 Chapter 3: Using the Operator Panel You may allow you have printer problems. Changes made from your printer from the operator panel, with the exception of the operator panel buttons, lights, and the function menus. Display Using the Operator Panel... software may not need to use the operator panel very often, although, you will need to check the operator panel for messages if you to printer settings from your application software override settings made to operate your computer.
... section describes the basic functions of the Font and Pitch Lock features. 31 Chapter 3: Using the Operator Panel You may allow you have printer problems. Changes made from your printer from the operator panel, with the exception of the operator panel buttons, lights, and the function menus. Display Using the Operator Panel... software may not need to use the operator panel very often, although, you will need to check the operator panel for messages if you to printer settings from your application software override settings made to operate your computer.
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If you have changed any settings, the printer enters the not-ready state. 35 Chapter 3: Using the Operator Panel If you want appears on the selected data stream mode (IBM PPDS or Epson ... value you have to save the selected value. Note: The currently selected default value is different depending on the display. 6 Press Store to change any settings, the printer performs a Power-On Self Test. Note: The selectable function menu is displayed with an asterisk (∗). Otherwise, go to the next step. 7 To print...
If you have changed any settings, the printer enters the not-ready state. 35 Chapter 3: Using the Operator Panel If you want appears on the selected data stream mode (IBM PPDS or Epson ... value you have to save the selected value. Note: The currently selected default value is different depending on the display. 6 Press Store to change any settings, the printer performs a Power-On Self Test. Note: The selectable function menu is displayed with an asterisk (∗). Otherwise, go to the next step. 7 To print...
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See "Menu Options" on the printer settings or what printer options are installed. Macro x Options Macro x Disable Press Next Character Opt. Mx Copy Macro x 36 Chapter 3: Using the Operator Panel Overview of Form Select Tractor* Print Demo Press Next Tractor 1 Tractor 2 Print Settings Load Macro* Press Next Macro x (x = 1 to the Main Menu. Mx AutoGap Mx Single...
See "Menu Options" on the printer settings or what printer options are installed. Macro x Options Macro x Disable Press Next Character Opt. Mx Copy Macro x 36 Chapter 3: Using the Operator Panel Overview of Form Select Tractor* Print Demo Press Next Tractor 1 Tractor 2 Print Settings Load Macro* Press Next Macro x (x = 1 to the Main Menu. Mx AutoGap Mx Single...
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... to the Primary level, press Prev. ←. Menu Options The following table provides information on where to find specific functions on the printer settings or what printer options are in italics may or may not appear on the panel, depending on the operator panel of options. For example, if the... Primary, or Secondary levels. For example, if the operator panel displays Print Demo and you want to a Main or Primary level of the printer. For example, if the operator panel displays Paper Hand Opt. Using the Operator Panel 38 Chapter 3: Using the Operator Panel Navigating Through the ...
... to the Primary level, press Prev. ←. Menu Options The following table provides information on where to find specific functions on the printer settings or what printer options are in italics may or may not appear on the panel, depending on the operator panel of options. For example, if the... Primary, or Secondary levels. For example, if the operator panel displays Print Demo and you want to a Main or Primary level of the printer. For example, if the operator panel displays Paper Hand Opt. Using the Operator Panel 38 Chapter 3: Using the Operator Panel Navigating Through the ...
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...using Gothic 12pt with a oneinch margin, you can use this function to configure your printer to use those settings upon command. Using the Operator Panel Main Menu Primary Options Set Top of Form - Select Tractor • Tractor 1 Allows you to specify which you would like to... use . Default Macro Allows you to 4) Sets up a macro, for which • Tractor 2 tractor you designate the settings. Load Macro Macro x (x = 1 to...
...using Gothic 12pt with a oneinch margin, you can use this function to configure your printer to use those settings upon command. Using the Operator Panel Main Menu Primary Options Set Top of Form - Select Tractor • Tractor 1 Allows you to specify which you would like to... use . Default Macro Allows you to 4) Sets up a macro, for which • Tractor 2 tractor you designate the settings. Load Macro Macro x (x = 1 to...
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...x Copy FM c TO x Character Options If "Enable" is designated in "Default Macro". Default Font Changes the default font the printer uses. (Used if no font is selected in "Default Macro", this item appears in the application software). Code Page Changes the code page...settings of one macro to 4) Does not appear if "Disable" Paper Handling Options is designated in the macro menu. Using the Operator Panel Main Menu Primary Options Secondary Options Macro x Options Character Options (x = 1 to another. Default Pitch 10, 12, 15, 17.1, 20, PS Changes the default pitch the printer...
...x Copy FM c TO x Character Options If "Enable" is designated in "Default Macro". Default Font Changes the default font the printer uses. (Used if no font is selected in "Default Macro", this item appears in the application software). Code Page Changes the code page...settings of one macro to 4) Does not appear if "Disable" Paper Handling Options is designated in the macro menu. Using the Operator Panel Main Menu Primary Options Secondary Options Macro x Options Character Options (x = 1 to another. Default Pitch 10, 12, 15, 17.1, 20, PS Changes the default pitch the printer...
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Auto Sheet Feed On, Off Automatically feeds cut sheets into the printer. Does not appear unless the Tractor 2 Option is installed. Form Length 1LPP/0.17" to Allows you to specify the length of 132LPP/22.00" the paper you want to... if using . Left Margin 0", 1", 2", 3" Right Margin 4", 5", 6", 7", 8", 13.6" Bottom Margin 0", ½", 1", 2", 3" Lines Per Inch Adjusts the number of a continuous form to Tractor 1 + 2 set the default tractor. Auto Cut Sheet Load On, Off If on , moves the top perforation of lines that print per inch. 3, 4, 6, 8 Eject by FormFeed...
Auto Sheet Feed On, Off Automatically feeds cut sheets into the printer. Does not appear unless the Tractor 2 Option is installed. Form Length 1LPP/0.17" to Allows you to specify the length of 132LPP/22.00" the paper you want to... if using . Left Margin 0", 1", 2", 3" Right Margin 4", 5", 6", 7", 8", 13.6" Bottom Margin 0", ½", 1", 2", 3" Lines Per Inch Adjusts the number of a continuous form to Tractor 1 + 2 set the default tractor. Auto Cut Sheet Load On, Off If on , moves the top perforation of lines that print per inch. 3, 4, 6, 8 Eject by FormFeed...
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When set to Off, you must press FormFeed or LineFeed to load a cut form. - Main Menu Data Options Control Options Primary Options Secondary Options Buffer Size Controls the size of paper. 43 Chapter 3: Using the Operator Panel Using the ... feed (LF) is sent. Uni-Dir Print On, Off Tells the printer to On, the printer automatically loads a cut form. Paper Out Alarm Enable, Disable Sounds an alarm when the printer is out of the buffer between the computer and the printer. When set to print unidirectionally or bidirectionally. (Select On for high-quality, one-way...
When set to Off, you must press FormFeed or LineFeed to load a cut form. - Main Menu Data Options Control Options Primary Options Secondary Options Buffer Size Controls the size of paper. 43 Chapter 3: Using the Operator Panel Using the ... feed (LF) is sent. Uni-Dir Print On, Off Tells the printer to On, the printer automatically loads a cut form. Paper Out Alarm Enable, Disable Sounds an alarm when the printer is out of the buffer between the computer and the printer. When set to print unidirectionally or bidirectionally. (Select On for high-quality, one-way...
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... EPSON Character Table Italics, Graphics International Character U.S.A., France, Germany, U.K., Denmark I, Sweden, Italy, Spain I Interface Allows you must also set the italicized options that follow to match those of your computer. If serial is chosen, you to switch from parallel to check the TOF ...). Using the Operator Panel Main Menu Control Options (continued) Emulation Options Interface Options Primary Options Secondary Options TOF Read Tells the printer to serial protocols. No, Ignore, Odd, Even 44 Chapter 3: Using the Operator Panel Data Speed Does not appear if "...
... EPSON Character Table Italics, Graphics International Character U.S.A., France, Germany, U.K., Denmark I, Sweden, Italy, Spain I Interface Allows you must also set the italicized options that follow to match those of your computer. If serial is chosen, you to switch from parallel to check the TOF ...). Using the Operator Panel Main Menu Control Options (continued) Emulation Options Interface Options Primary Options Secondary Options TOF Read Tells the printer to serial protocols. No, Ignore, Odd, Even 44 Chapter 3: Using the Operator Panel Data Speed Does not appear if "...
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Using the Operator Panel Setting the Printer Online or Offline The printer must be online to the Top-Of-Form (TOF) on . the Ready light goes off . Advancing the Paper You can use the operator panel to scroll the paper up or down. 46 Chapter 3: ... temporarily stop printing, press Start/Stop until the Ready light is off . To set the printer: • Online, press Start/Stop; the Ready light comes on the next page or to eject the cut form. • Press LineFeed to advance the paper to the next line. • Press Micro ↓ or Micro ↑...
Using the Operator Panel Setting the Printer Online or Offline The printer must be online to the Top-Of-Form (TOF) on . the Ready light goes off . Advancing the Paper You can use the operator panel to scroll the paper up or down. 46 Chapter 3: ... temporarily stop printing, press Start/Stop until the Ready light is off . To set the printer: • Online, press Start/Stop; the Ready light comes on the next page or to eject the cut form. • Press LineFeed to advance the paper to the next line. • Press Micro ↓ or Micro ↑...