Printronix H-SERIES P7000 User Manual

P7000 User’s Manual
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User’s Manual
The Printronix P7000 Series PSA3 Printers
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Trademark Acknowledgements

IBM, AS/400, and Proprinter are registered trademarks, and Intelligent Printer Data Stream and IPDS are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation.
Printronix, PGL, LinePrinter Plus, and IGP are registered trademarks, and P7005, P7010, P7015, P7205, P7210, P7215, P7220, and SureStak are trademarks of Printronix, Inc.
ANSI is a registered trademark of the American National Standards Institute, Inc.
Centronics is a registered trademark of Genicom Corporation.
CSA is a registered certification mark of the Canadian Standards Association.
Dataproducts is a registered trademark of Dataproducts Corporation.
EIA is a registered service mark of the Electronic Industries Association.
Epson is a registered trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation.
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®
Partner, Printronix has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.
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Trademark Acknowledgements
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Table of Contents
1 Introduction............................................. 13
Printer Overview ..................................................................13
The P7000 Series PSA3 Printer....................................13
Integrated Print Management System...........................15
Graphics Enhancements...............................................17
Taking Care Of Your Printer..........................................17
Conventions In This Manual ................................................18
Warnings And Special Information ......................................18
Related Documents .............................................................19
Printronix Customer Support Center ...................................20
2 Setting Up The Printer ............................ 21
Before You Begin ................................................................21
Power Requirements ...........................................................21
Select A Site ........................................................................22
Printer Dimensions ..............................................................23
Printer Component Locations ..............................................26
3 Operating The Printer ............................. 27
Powering On The Printer .....................................................27
Operating Modes .................................................................27
The Control Panel................................................................28
Control Panel Keys .......................................................29
Operational Procedures.......................................................34
Reload Paper ................................................................34
Unload Paper ................................................................45
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Integrated Print Management System .................................48
Lighter Or Darker Print ..................................................48
Changing Ribbons ........................................................49
Cancel A Print Job ........................................................52
4 The Configuration Menus........................53
Configuration Overview .......................................................53
Changing Parameter Settings.......................................54
Saving Parameter Settings ...........................................54
Default And Custom Configurations..............................55
Navigating The Menus ..................................................56
Changing Parameters Example ....................................57
Auto Save Configuration ...............................................60
Saving Your New Configuration....................................61
Optimizing Print Quality.................................................68
Optimizing Print Speed .................................................69
Main Menu...........................................................................70
QUICK SETUP ....................................................................73
CONFIG. CONTROL ...........................................................82
HOST INTERFACE .............................................................85
Auto Switching Submenu..............................................86
IEEE 1284 Parallel (Bidirectional) Submenu.................88
Centronics (Parallel) Submenu .....................................91
Dataproducts (Standard) Submenu ..............................94
Serial Submenu ............................................................98
E-Net Adapter Submenu.............................................106
Ethernet Submenu ......................................................107
NETWORK SETUP MENU................................................108
ADAPTER ADDRESS.................................................109
ADAPTER PARAMS ...................................................110
ETHERNET ADDRESS ..............................................113
ETHERNET PARAMS.................................................115
WLAN ADDRESS .......................................................117
WLAN PARAMS..........................................................119
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WLAN KERBEROS.....................................................121
WLAN LEAP................................................................123
ACTIVE (IGP) EMUL .........................................................125
IGP/PGL Emulation ...........................................................126
Features ......................................................................126
Configuring The Emulation With The Control Panel ...128
IGP/PGL Submenu .....................................................129
IGP/PGL Submenu (with PCL-II) ................................131
IGP/PGL Submenu (with LG)......................................132
IGP/VGL Emulation ...........................................................146
Features ......................................................................146
Configuring The Emulation With The Control Panel ...147
IGP/VGL Submenu .....................................................148
IGP/VGL Submenu (with PCL-II) ................................150
IGP/VGL Submenu (with LG)......................................152
EMULATION......................................................................166
Coax/Twinax (CTHI) Emulation .........................................167
Standard......................................................................167
Simple Prot Conv ........................................................168
Coax Emulation...........................................................169
Twinax Params ...........................................................180
3270 Params...............................................................187
5250 Params...............................................................196
SPC Coax Params ......................................................202
SPC Twx Params........................................................206
LinePrinter Plus Emulation ................................................209
LinePrinter Plus Emulation (with PCL-II) ...........................212
P-Series Emulation .....................................................219
P-Series Emulation (with PCL-II) ................................220
P-Series Emulation (with LG)......................................221
P-Series XQ Emulation ...............................................228
Serial Matrix Emulation ...............................................232
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Proprinter XL Emulation ..............................................236
Epson FX Emulation ...................................................241
ANSI Emulation .................................................................248
IPDS Emulation .................................................................257
PCL - II Emulation .............................................................263
LG Emulation.....................................................................269
PRINTER CONTROL ........................................................276
ADVANCED USER............................................................281
DIAGNOSTICS..................................................................289
5 Interfaces .............................................. 293
Overview............................................................................293
Dataproducts Parallel Interface .........................................294
Dataproducts Parallel Interface Signals......................295
Centronics Parallel Interface .............................................296
Centronics Parallel Interface Signals ..........................297
IEEE 1284 Parallel Interface .............................................298
Compatibility Mode......................................................298
Nibble Mode ................................................................298
Byte Mode...................................................................298
Signals ........................................................................299
Terminating Resistor Configurations...........................302
RS-232 And RS-422 Serial Interfaces...............................304
RS-232........................................................................305
RS-422........................................................................306
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6 Reprogramming The Security Key........ 307
Reprogramming The Security Key ....................................307
How To Program The Security Key.............................307
Table of Contents
7 Troubleshooting.................................... 311
Cleaning Requirements .....................................................311
Exterior Cleaning.........................................................311
Interior Cleaning..........................................................312
Diagnosing Problems ........................................................314
Bar Code Verification ..................................................314
Printing A Hex Dump...................................................315
Fault Messages...........................................................316
A Printer Specifications............................ 345
Ribbon Specifications ........................................................345
Paper Specifications ..........................................................346
Printer Weight And Dimensions.........................................348
Environmental Characteristics...........................................348
Electrical Characteristics ...................................................350
Interfaces...........................................................................351
Printing Rates ....................................................................351
B ASCII Character Set............................. 353
C Communication Notices ....................... 355
Notices...............................................................................355
Energy Star........................................................................358
Product Recycling and Disposal........................................359
Communication Statements ..............................................360
Lithium Battery Warning ....................................................365
Software License Agreement ............................................366
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1 Introduction

Printer Overview

This chapter provides a general overview of your printer and the conventions used within this manual.

The P7000 Series PSA3 Printer

The Printronix® P7000 PSA3 Printer consists of 500, 1000, 1500, lines per minute (lpm) cabinet and pedestal models and a 2000 lpm cabinet model. All printer models are packaged in various configurations that offer software versatility and the latest refinements in printing technology. The print mechanisms are housed in sound-insulated cabinets which make the printer among the quietest line matrix printers in the world. Additionally, your printer has a flexible architecture that allows you to add new features and emulations as they become available.
LinePrinter Plus includes the Epson Serial Matrix and Proprinter IPDS enhancement emulations are available as optional upgrades. No matter what emulation is installed, your printer is easy to use. The message display and lights on the control panel communicate with you directly and clearly. You can select every function on your printer at the control panel, or you can send commands from the host computer.
®
is the standard emulation. LinePrinter Plus
®
FX-1050, Printronix P-Series, P-Series XQ,
TM
, ANSI®, LG, PCL2, IGP®/PGL®, and IGP/VGL graphics
®
III XL emulations. Coax/Twinax,
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The printer model numbers indicate printing speed and physical configuration. Model numbers beginning with P70 indicate pedestal models. Model numbers beginning with P72 indicate cabinet models. The final two digits in the model number refer to the printer’s maximum speed in lines per minute (lpm): 05 for 500 lpm, 10 for 1000 lpm, 15 for 1500 lpm, and 20 for 2000 lpm.
Refer to the following table for a complete listing of model numbers and options.
Table 1. The Printronix P7000 Printers
Model
Number
P7005 500 lpm Pedestal
P7010 1000 lpm Pedestal
P7015 1500 lpm Pedestal
P7205 500 lpm Cabinet N/A
P7210 1000 lpm Cabinet Option
P7215 1500 lpm Cabinet Option
P7220 2000 lpm Cabinet Option
Print
Speed
Model
Type
Power
Stacker
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Integrated Print Management System

Integrated Print Management System
The P7000 has a new feature that automatically monitors and communicates ribbon life. Using a specially barcoded spool, the printer can automatically detect when a new or used ribbon is loaded, and all ribbon properties. With a sophisticated algorithm, the system monitors all jobs printed and automatically updates the remaining ribbon life on the front panel display. This allows the system administrator to have precise control over print quality and consumable costs. The accurate presentation of available ribbon life allows for efficient planning of print jobs. For example, you can install a new ribbon before printing large print jobs.
When the ribbon life gets near the end point, the printer displays a ribbon low message and flashes the indicator light. Printing will continue without interruption. Once the ribbon reaches 0% remaining, the alarm sounds, the indicator light flashes, the display updates, and printing pauses. If a new ribbon is loaded, the system automatically detects the change, clears the condition, and restarts the life at 100%. If it is not convenient to change the ribbon immediately, cycle the printer on and offline and it will resume printing for a few minutes. This should be enough to complete the job. If not, repeat the same procedure indefinitely to extend printing on the same ribbon.
Output Darkness
By default the system is configured to meet most user requirements. However, some applications require that the output remains darker than the nominal set point while some applications are less critical and could tolerate a lighter final image. The system can easily adjust to this variability. A setting under the Printer Control menu is available that allows the user to adjust the final output. The range is as follows:
Normal (Default) Darker +1 through +6 Lighter -1 through -10
The ribbon life indicator always cycles between 100% and 0%, but if a darker setting is selected, zero will be reached more quickly.
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If a lighter setting is selected, the system will extend the amount of printing it takes to reach zero.
Ribbon Flipping
In some cases, the application’s print pattern is narrow enough where only half of the ribbon is used when printing. In these cases, you can flip the ribbon and use the other half. The Integrated Print Management System detects the flip and resets the ribbon life to 100%.
NOTE: It is the user’s responsibility to ensure the print pattern is
sufficiently narrow to support flipping. If not, the ribbon life
may falsely indicate 100% for the flipped ribbon.
Loading a Used Ribbon
You can take ribbons off the printer and reload it at a later time. The ribbon life gauge automatically updates to reflect the correct remaining capacity.
NOTE: The ribbon must be reloaded back onto the same printer,
and in the same orientation as it was removed. If the used
ribbon is loaded onto a different printer, or if it is flipped
over, it will incorrectly indicate the ribbon as new.
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Ribbon Log
The Integrated Printer Management System tracks all used ribbons. This data allows you to monitor how many ribbons and ribbon types have been used on the printer. This data is contained in the ribbon log. To print the ribbon log, see page 289.

Graphics Enhancements

Consumable Monitoring With PrintNet Enterprise
The Integrated Print Management System works with PrintNet Enterprise (PNE). PNE allows a system administrator to remotely view the current consumable status of all printers. PNE can be configured to deliver alerts on all consumable warnings. When a ribbon reaches the low state, PNE notifies the system administrator remotely via an automated e-mail alert of the low condition. This allows corrective action to be taken before the ribbon reaches its end of life. If the ribbon is not changed, an alert will again be initiated once the ribbon reaches the 0% end point. Refer to your PrintNet Enterprise Remote Management Software manual for details.
Graphics Enhancements
The IGP/PGL and IGP/VGL emulations allow you to create and store forms, generate logos, bar codes, expanded characters, and create other graphics. Alphanumeric and bar code data are added as the form is printed.
These emulations are available as factory-installed or field-installed options. For more information, contact your authorized service representative.

Taking Care Of Your Printer

Your printer will produce high print quality jobs if it is well taken care of. Periodic cleaning, handling the printer properly, and using the correct printer supplies such as ribbon and paper ensures optimum performance. Chapter 7 explains how to clean the printer, and printer supplies are listed in Appendix A.
Whenever it is necessary to service the printer, remember these important maintenance concepts:
Incorrect closure of the platen lever can lead to smearing,
degraded print quality, paper jams, and damage to the platen and shuttle assembly. Never close the platen lever too tightly.
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Chapter 1 Conventions In This Manual

Conventions In This Manual

All uppercase print indicates control panel keys. Example: Press the CLEAR key, then press the ON LINE key.
Quotation marks (“ ”) indicate messages on the Liquid Crystal Display (LCD). Example: Press the ON LINE key. “OFFLINE” appears on the LCD.
The + (plus) symbol represents key combinations. Example: “Press
= + >” means press the = (UP) key and the
> (DOWN) key at the same time.

Warnings And Special Information

Read and comply with all information highlighted under special headings:
WARNING
CAUTION
IMPORTANT
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A warning notice calls attention to a condition that could harm you.
A caution notice calls attention to a condition that could damage the printer.
Information vital to proper operation of the printer.
NOTE: A note gives you helpful tips about printer operation and
maintenance.

Related Documents

Maintenance Manual —
the line matrix printer at the field service level of maintenance.
Coax/Twinax Programmer's Reference Manual —
host control codes and character sets for the Coax and Twinax emulations.
Coax/Twinax Programmer's Reference Manual for the Simple Protocol Converter Option —
and character sets for the Coax and Twinax Simple Protocol Converter emulations.
LinePrinter Plus Programmer's Reference Manual —
the host control codes for the LinePrinter Plus emulation.
IGP/PGL Programmer's Reference Manual —
information used with the optional IGP Printronix emulation enhancement feature.
IGP/VGL Programmer's Reference Manual —
information used with the optional Code V enhancement feature.
Taking Care Of Your Printer
Explains how to maintain and repair
Covers the host control codes
Related Documents
Covers the
Covers
Provides
Provides
TM
emulation
ANSI Programmer's Reference Manual —
control codes and character sets for the ANSI emulation.
IPDS Twinax Emulation Programmer's Reference Manual —
Provides an overview of Intelligent Printer Data Stream (IPDS) features, commands, and diagnostics.
Character Sets Reference Manual —
examples of the character sets available in line matrix printers.
Network Interface Card User's Manual —
network protocols, configuration, and operation.
Provides host
Information about and
Information about
TM
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Chapter 1 Printronix Customer Support Center

Printronix Customer Support Center

The Printronix Customer Support Center offers technical support with:
Installation
Configuration and setup
Operation and supplies loading
Specifications of the proper print media and ribbon
Answers to post-sale service support questions
Call the Printronix Customer Support Center at:
1-714-368-2686 in the Americas
31-24-6489489 in Europe, Middle East, and Africa
65-65484114 in Asia Pacific or visit the Printronix web page at www.printronix.com
http://www.printronix.com/public/servicesupport/default.aspx
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2 Setting Up The Printer

Before You Begin

Read this chapter carefully before installing and operating the printer. The printer is easy to install. However, for your safety and to protect valuable equipment, perform all the procedures in this chapter in the order presented.

Power Requirements

The printer must be connected to a power outlet that supplies AC 100V to 240V +/- 10% at 50 to 60 Hz. The printer automatically senses and adjusts itself to conform to the correct voltage range.
Primary circuit protection is provided by the power switch, which is also a circuit breaker. Consult an electrician if printer operation affects local electrical lines.
IMPORTANT
Printer power should be supplied from a separate AC circuit protected at 10 amperes for 100 - 120 volts or 5 amperes for 200 - 240 volts at 50 or 60 Hertz.
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Chapter 2 Select A Site

Select A Site

Select a printer site that meets all of the following requirements:
Permits complete opening of the printer cover and doors.
For cabinet models, allows at least three feet of clearance
behind the printer. (This permits air to circulate freely around the printer and provides access to the paper stacking area.)
Has a standard power outlet that supplies 88-135 Volts AC or
178-270 Volts AC power, at 47 to 63 Hz.
Is relatively dust-free.
Has a temperature range of 10° C to 40° C (50° F to 104° F)
and a relative humidity from 15% to 90% non-condensing.
Is located within the maximum allowable cable length to the
host computer. This distance depends on the type of interface you plan to use, as shown in Table 2.
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Table 2. Maximum Interface Connection Cable Length
Interface Type Maximum Cable Length
Centronics Parallel 5 meters (15 feet)
Dataproducts Parallel 12 meters (40 feet)
IEEE 1284 Parallel 10 meters (32 feet)
Serial RS-232 15 meters (50 feet)
Serial RS-422 1220 meters (4000 feet)
Coax 1500 meters (4920 feet)
Twinax 1500 meters (4920 feet)
Twinax (shielded cable) 1500 meters (4920 feet)
Twisted Pair / Type 3 300 meters (985 feet)
Ethernet 10/100Base-T 100 meters (328 feet)

Printer Dimensions

Printer Dimensions
27.0 in
(68.84 cm)
29.0 in
(73.7 cm)
83.0 in
(210.8 cm)
27.0 in
(68.6 cm)
Figure 1. Printer Dimensions - Cabinet Model
27.0 in
(68.6 cm)
41.0 in
(104 cm)
57.5 in
(146.1 cm)
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27.0 in
(68.6 cm)
32.5 in
(82.6 cm)
83.0 in
(210.8 cm)
27.0 in
(68.6 cm)
59.0 in
(149.9 cm)
42.5 in
(107.8 cm)
27.0 in
(68.6 cm)
32.0 in
(81.3 cm)
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Figure 2. Printer Dimensions - Cabinet Model with Paper Stacker
25 in.
(63.5 cm)
Printer Dimensions
48.0 in.
(122 cm)
10.5 in.
(26.67 cm.)
24.6 in.
(62.48 cm)
30 in.
(76.2 cm.)
Figure 3. Printer Dimensions - Pedestal Model
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Chapter 2 Printer Component Locations

Printer Component Locations

Barcode
Ribbon Spool
Ribbon Hub
Blue Tractor Lock (2)
Splined Shaft
Ribbon
Date Code Label
Paper Support
Tractor (2)
Hammer Bank Cover and Ribbon Mask
Vertical Position Knob
Platen Lever
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Barcode Sensor
Figure 4. Printer Component Locations
Platen Stop
Ribbon Guide (2)

3 Operating The Printer

Powering On The Printer

When you power on the printer, it executes a self-test. The default power-up state is online. When the self-test completes and the software has initialized successfully, the status indicator light turns on, indicating the printer is online. The default value of the type of emulation you have installed appears upper right corner of the display. The ribbon life remaining is shown on the second line.
If there is a fault during the self-test, the status indicator flashes and a specific fault message appears on the display (such as “LOAD PAPER”). The alarm also sounds if it is configured to do so. See “ LCD Message Troubleshooting Table” on page 317 for information on fault messages and solutions.

Operating Modes

Online. In online mode, the printer can receive and print data sent
from the host. Pressing the ON LINE key toggles the printer from offline to online mode. The status indicator is lit in online mode.
Offline. In offline mode, you can perform operator functions, such as loading paper and setting top-of-form. You can also move within the printer configuration menus. Pressing the ON LINE key toggles the printer from online to offline mode. The status indicator is off in offline mode.
Fault. In fault mode, a condition exists which must be cleared before printing can continue. The status indicator flashes, the alarm
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Chapter 3 The Control Panel
beeps (if configured to sound), and a descriptive fault message displays.
The current operating mode can be selected via control panel keys or can result from routine operations such as powering on the printer.

The Control Panel

Figure 5 shows the keys, displays, and indicators as they appear on the control panel. The following section provides the descriptions, and functions of the control panel keys.
Key combinations are indicated with the plus (+) sign. For example, “Press same time.
+ ” means to press the key and the key at the
Circular Pad
JOB SELECT
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PRT CONFIG
ENTER
SET TOF
Ribbon Life Indicator
Figure 5. Control Panel
Message Display
ONLINE <PGL> RIBBON LIFE = 100%
ON LINE/CLEAR
Emulation
VIEW/EJECT
PAPER ADVANCE
Status Indicator
CANCEL

Control Panel Keys

Control Panel Keys
ON LINE / CLEAR
Toggles the printer between online and offline modes. If a fault condition exists, pressing this key will clear the fault message and return the printer from fault mode to offline mode.
NOTE: If the fault condition is not corrected
key, the fault message will reappear when attempting to place the printer online.
PAPER ADVANCE
Performs advance to top-of-form, as defined by the current active form length. The key works both online and offline.
before
pressing this
If online with data in the printer buffer, the data will print and
then the paper will move to the next top-of-form.
In the fault state, PAPER ADVANCE will advance the paper.
The first press moves to the top of the next available form. All subsequent presses advances one forms length as defined by the current active forms length.
VIEW / EJECT
When the printer is online or offline, pressing this key executes the view or eject function, depending on whether the printer is a cabinet or a pedestal (or zero tear pedestal).
If online with data in the printer buffer, the data prints and the key functions as described below.
If in a fault state, this key will be ignored.
View Function — for cabinet models, pressing the
VIEW/EJECT key moves the last data printed to the tractor area for viewing. While in the view state, the message "Printer in View" displays, pressing the UP or DOWN arrow keys moves the paper up or down in 1/72 inch increments. This is done to align the image within a pre-printed form, for example. Refer to the UP and DOWN key functions for additional details on the
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microstep feature. Pressing VIEW/EJECT a second time moves the paper back to the adjusted print position.
Eject Function — for pedestal models, when the VIEW/EJECT key is pressed, the bottom of the last printed form will move to the tear bar position. The message "READY TO TEAR/EJECT To Return" displays. While in this position, pressing the UP or DOWN arrow keys moves the paper up or down in 1/72 inch increments. Refer to the Up and Down key functions for additional details on the microstep feature. When the VIEW/EJECT key is pressed a second time, the printer will move the paper to enable printing on the next available form.
CANCEL
In offline mode, this key cancels all data in the print buffer, if enabled in “ADVANCED USER” on page 281. The print buffer is cleared without printing any of the data and the current paper position is set as the top-of-form. If this function is disabled, the CANCEL key will be ignored.
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NOTE: Use of this key will cause loss of data
SET TOF
Sets the top-of-form on the printer. This key is active only when the printer is offline and will not operate if the printer is in a fault condition. The paper moves down to the print position and aligns to the top-of-form. Refer to the instructions on how to set the top-of-form.
NOTE: If there is any data in the buffer, the paper will move to the
last print position.
PRT CONFIG
In offline mode, PRT CONFIG prints the current short configuration. This key requires a confirmation with the ENTER key; pressing any other key will exit from this function. See “The Configuration Menus” on page 53 for an explanation of configuration menus.
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