Rice Lake LC-7211 User Manual
USER’S MANUAL
LC-7211
DOT MATRIX PRINTER
HF12H 80825062
Federal Communications Commission
Radio Frequency Interference Statement
The 120V version equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television, which can be determined by turning off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures.
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Unauthorized modifications of this product by the user will void his authority to operate the equipment unless
expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance.
For compliance with the Federal Noise Interference Standard, this equipment requires a shielded cable.
The 220V version equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursu-
ant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be
required to correct the interference at his own expense.
For compliance with the Federal Noise Interference Standard, this equipment requires a shielded cable.
The above statement applies only to printers marketed in the U.S.A.
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Regulations
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in
the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.
Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectiques dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils
numériques de la classe B prescrites dans le Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique édicté par le Ministère des
Communications du Canada.
The above statement applies only to printers marketed in Canada.
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EC Council Directive 89/336/EEC of 3 May 1989
This product, has been designed and manufactured in accordance with the International Standards EN 50081-1/01.92
and EN 50082-1/01.92, following the provisions of the Electro Magnetic Compatibility Directive of the European
Communities as of May 1989.
EC Council Directive 73/23/EEC and 93/68/EEC of 22 July 1993
This product, has been designed and manufactured in accordance with the International Standards EN 60950, following the provisions of the Low Voltage Directive of the European Communities as of July 1993.
The above statement applies only to printers marketed in EU.
Ambient Noise Statement
Machine Noise Information Ordinance 3. GSGV, January 18, 1991: The sound pressure level at the operator position
is equal or less than 70 dB(A) according to ISO 7779.
The above statement applies only to printers marketed in EU.
Trademark acknowledgments
LC-7211, LC-10, LC-90, LC-100, NX-1000, NX-1010, NX-1040, SPC-8K: Star Micronics Co. Ltd.
EX-800, FX-850, LX-810, LX-850: Seiko Epson Corporation
IBM PC, IBM Proprinter, IBM Proprinter2, IBM Proprinter 3:
International Business Machines Corporation.
TrueType: Apple Computer Inc.
MS-DOS, Microsoft Windows, Windows 3.1, Windows 95: Microsoft Corporation
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© Copyright 1995 Star Micronics Co., Ltd.
About this manual
This manual describes how to set up, use, and care for the Star LC-7211 printer.
The following is a list of what you can expect to find in each chapter.
Chapter 1 Choosing a place for your printer, unpacking and setup,
Chapter 2 How to use the control panel
Chapter 3 How to use the printer’s Electronic DIP Switch (EDS)
Chapter 4 Installing, starting up, and using the User Setup Utility
Chapter 5 How to set up for printing with Microsoft Windows 3.1,
Chapter 6 How to set up for printing with Microsoft Windows 95,
Chapter 7 How to set up for printing with IBM OS/2 Warp, how to
ribbon cassette installation, loading paper, connecting to
your computer
Mode to set up the printer to match the needs of your
system and software
how to prepare for printing, how to print a document
how to prepare for printing, how to print a document
prepare for printing, how to print a document
Chapter 8 How to set up for printing with MS-DOS
Chapter 9 Selecting the best type of paper, adjusting for paper
thickness, manual sheet feeding, clearing paper jams
Chapter 10 How to connect and set up the optional Serial to Parallel
Converter (SPC-8K) that is available for your printer
Appendix A Troubleshooting
Appendix B Specifications
Appendix C Interface pin outs
Appendix D Character sets
Appendix E Printer control codes
Appendix F Glossary
Appendix G Control panel operation guide
Contents
Chapter 1: Printer Setup ... 1
Choosing a place for the printer ... 1
Unpacking the printer ... 2
General guide ... 3
Removing the protective materials ... 4
Installing the platen knob ... 4
Opening the front cover ... 5
Installing the ribbon cassette ... 5
Removing the ribbon cassette ... 7
Connecting to a power outlet and turning power on and off ... 8
Loading fanfold paper ... 9
Printing on fanfold paper ... 13
Parking fanfold paper ... 14
Unparking fanfold paper ... 14
Using the tear-off function ... 14
Connecting to your computer ... 15
Chapter 2: Control Panel Operations ... 17
Switching between on-line and off-line ... 17
Paper loading ... 18
Line feed ... 18
Paper eject (cut-sheet paper) ... 18
Form feed (fanfold paper) ... 18
Parking fanfold paper ... 18
Micro feed ... 19
Setting the top of form position ... 19
Setting the print mode ... 19
Tear-off function (fanfold paper) ... 19
Selecting a font ... 20
Selecting the Quiet Print Mode ... 20
Changing the auto load position ... 20
Saving a macro ... 21
Clearing the printer’s buffer ... 22
Initializing the printer ... 22
Chapter 3: Using the EDS Mode ... 23
About EDS Mode settings ... 23
Entering the EDS Mode ... 23
Selecting a bank ... 24
Selecting a switch ... 24
Changing a switch setting ... 24
Printing the current switch settings ... 25
Exiting the EDS Mode ... 25
EDS Mode Settings ... 25
Chapter 4: User Setup Utility ... 34
Installing the User Setup Utility ... 34
Starting the User Setup Utility ... 35
Changing the General, Font, Paper and Adjust Settings ... 36
To select a window ... 36
To select a setting box ... 37
To change a setting ... 37
Adjusting the dot alignment ... 37
Changing the printer port ... 38
Saving setup data in a configuration file ... 38
Importing setup data from a configuration file ... 39
Returning to default settings ... 39
Exiting the User Setup Utility ... 39
Using the Help menu ... 39
Chapter 5: Using the Printer with Windows 3.1 ... 40
Setting up for printing with Microsoft Windows 3.1 ... 40
Getting ready to print ... 42
Printing a document ... 43
Installing TrueType fonts ... 44
Selecting fonts in Windows applications ... 45
Chapter 6: Using the printer with Windows 95 ... 46
Setting up the printer in Windows 95 ... 46
Preparing to print ... 49
Printing a document ... 51
Installing TrueType fonts ... 52
Chapter 7: Using the Printer with OS/2 Warp ... 53
Setting up for printing with OS/2 Warp ... 53
Getting ready to print ... 54
Printing a document ... 54
Chapter 8: Using the Printer with MS-DOS ... 55
Setting up for printing with MS-DOS ... 55
Chapter 9: Paper Handling ... 56
Selecting paper types ... 56
Cut-Sheet Paper ... 56
Fanfold Paper ... 56
Adjusting for paper thickness ... 57
Automatic fanfold feeding ... 58
Manual sheet feeding ... 59
Clearing paper jams ... 61
Chapter 10: Optional Accessory ... 62
Appendix A: Troubleshooting ... 65
Appendix B: Specifications ... 76
Appendix C: Interface Pin Outs ... 78
Appendix D: Character Sets ... 79
Appendix E: Printer Control Codes ... 89
Appendix F: Glossary ... 94
Appendix G: Control Panel Operation Guide ... 95
Chapter 1: Printer Setup
This chapter contains important information on setting up your printer. Be sure
to read this chapter carefully before using the printer for the first time. In this
chapter you will learn about:
❏ Choosing a place for the printer
❏ Unpacking and setting up the printer
❏ Installing the ribbon cassette
❏ Loading paper
❏ Connecting to your computer
Choosing a place for the printer
Before actually unpacking the printer, you should take a few minutes to think
about where you plan to use it. Remember the following points when doing this.
✓ Choose a firm, level surface where the printer will not be exposed to
vibration.
✓ The power outlet you plan to connect to for power should be nearby and
unobstructed.
✓ Make sure that the printer is close enough to your computer for you to
connect the two with your printer cable.
✓ Allow six inches (15 centimeters) of free space on either side of the printer .
If you are going to use fanfold paper, make sure that there is adequate space
for paper behind the printer.
✓ Make sure that the printer is not exposed to direct sunlight.
✓ Make sure that the printer is well away from heaters.
✓ Make sure that the surrounding area is clean, dry, and free of dust.
✓ Make sure that the printer is connected to a reliable power outlet. It should
not be on the same electric circuit as copiers, refrigerators, or other
appliances that cause power spikes.
✓ Use a power outlet that matches the power rating noted on the label affixed
to the bottom of your printer.
✓ Make sure that the room where you are using the printer is not too humid.
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2 Printer Setup
Unpacking the printer
Check to make sure that the carton contains each of the items shown in the
following illustration.
Printer
Platen knob Ribbon cartridge
If anything is missing, contact the store where you bought the printer and ask
them to supply the missing part. Note that it is a good idea to keep the original
box and all the packing materials just in case you need to pack the printer up
again and send it somewhere at a later date.
A serial-to-parallel interface converter (SPC-8K) is also available as an option.
Consult your dealer for details.
Important!
There are several versions of this printer designed for different voltages. It is
not possible to change the voltage of a printer. If the voltage shown on the label
on the bottom of your printer does not match the voltage for your ar ea, contact
your dealer immediately.
User,s manual
3.5" Floppy disk
General guide
The following illustrations show the major components of your printer.
Adjustment lever
Paper guide
Power switch
General guide 3
Front cover
Platen knob
Tractor unit
Control panel
Interface connector
Release lever
4 Printer Setup
Removing the protective materials
Protective sheets and a piece of cardboard are inserted into the printer to protect
components during shipping. Before using the printer, be sure to remove all
packing material from inside the front cover as shown in the illustration.
Cardboard
Installing the platen knob
The platen knob is packed into a recess in the packaging material.
❏ Install the knob on the shaft located inside the large hole on the right side of
the printer. Make sure that the flat side of the shaft is aligned with the
corresponding flat surface inside the knob’s spindle. Press the knob
carefully but firmly into place as far as it will go.
Front cover
Protection sheet
Opening the front cover
Hook your fingers under the two small tabs on either side of the front cover
❏
and pull forward and up to swing the front cover open.
Installing the ribbon cassette
Make sure that the printer is unplugged from its power outlet.
❏
❏ Open the front cover of the printer.
❏ By hand, move the cartridge holder to the center position of the paper guide
where there is a cutout to allow easy installation and removal of the ribbon
cassette.
Opening the front cover 5
Front cover
Cartridge holder
6 Printer Setup
Important!
Never try to move the print head while the printer is plugged into a power
outlet. Doing so can damage the printer. If you have just used the printer, let
the print head cool for a few minutes before you touch it.
❏ Remove the ribbon cassette from its package.
❏ Rotate the knob on the ribbon cassette clockwise to take up any slack in the
ribbon.
❏ Carefully place the cassette onto the cartridge holder making sure that the
spindle of the holder fits into the socket on the bottom of the cassette.
❏ Press down gently but firmly on the cassette until it snaps securely into
❏ Rotate the knob on the cassette again to take up any slack.
❏ Close the front cover of the printer.
Important!
Printing that is poor quality or too light is almost always due to a ribbon that is
simply worn out or “used up.” If you experience problems with print quality,
check the condition of the ribbon. If the black part looks gray and well-worn,
replace the ribbon with a new one.
place.
Removing the ribbon cassette
Use the following procedure to remove the ribbon cassette from the printer
when you want to replace it with a new one.
❏ Make sure that the printer is unplugged from its power outlet.
❏ Open the front cover of the printer.
❏ By hand, move the cartridge holder to the center position of the paper guide
where there is a cutout to allow easy installation and removal of the ribbon
cassette.
Important!
Never try to move the print head while the printer is plugged into a power
outlet. Doing so can damage the printer. If you have just used the printer, let
the print head cool for a few minutes before you touch it.
❏ Using your thumb and forefinger to squeeze the two tabs on the ribbon
cassette towards the center, carefully remove the cassette from the holder.
Removing the ribbon cassette 7
❏ Use the procedure under “Installing the ribbon cassette” on page 5 to install
a new cassette.
8 Printer Setup
Connecting to a power outlet and turning power on and off
Plug the power cord of the printer into a standard power outlet whose
❏
voltage matches the power rating noted on the label af fixed to the bottom of
your printer.
Caution!
If the voltage marked on the bottom of your printer does not match the voltage
from the outlet you are using, do not plug in the power cord. Contact your
dealer for assistance.
❏ Set the switch on the front of the printer to ON to turn power on, and to
OFF to turn power off.
Important!
W e recommend that you unplug the printer fr om the power outlet whenever you
do not plan to use it for long periods. Because of the this, you should locate the
printer so that the power outlet it is plugged into is nearby and easy to access.
At this point you may want to perform a test of the printer to make sure it is
working properly. See page 65 for details on how to perform tests.
ON
OFF
I
O
Loading fanfold paper
This section tells you how to load fanfold paper. Note that you can also use cutsheet paper and multi-part form paper. For details on using other types of paper,
see “Paper Handling” on page 56 of this manual.
❏ Position the stack of paper behind the printer.
❏ The following figure shows the correct path for fanfold paper.
Loading fanfold paper 9
Important!
To protect against paper jams, make sure that the fanfold paper is stacked in a
position that is lower than the printer.
❏ Unplug the printer from its AC power supply.
10 Printer Setup
❏ Set the release lever on the back of the printer to the fanfold position.
Fanfold
Cut-sheet
❏ Set the adjustment lever to the value that matches the thickness of the paper
you are using. The setting for normal paper is 1. Set the lever to a larger
value for thicker paper , or to a smaller v alue for thinner paper. See the table
on page 58 for details.
Release lever
7
Adjustment lever
5
3
1
❏ Unlock the tractor on the left (when viewing the printer from behind) by
pulling its gray lever up, and adjust the position of the left tractor.
Loading fanfold paper 11
Note that there is a guide inside the printer in front of the left tractor. The
mark of the guide indicates where the left margin of the printing will be.
▼
❏ Once the left tractor is aligned the way you want it, push the gray lever
back down to lock it in place.
❏ Now move the tractor on the right to the approximate position of the right
side of the paper you are using. Pull its gray lever up to unlock it, and push
the lever back down to lock it into place. Also move the center paper
support so that it is approximately halfway between the two tractors.
Sheet guide Pin tractor
❏ Open the covers of both tractors and align the paper so that the pins on the
tractors are inserted into the holes of the paper.
❏ Close the tractor covers. At this point you can make final adjustments to the
paper position by releasing the gray levers and moving the tractors. The
paper should lie flat with no buckling or bulging (tractors too close) or no
stretching or elongation of the holes (tractors too far apart). After making
these adjustments, be sure that you re-lock the tractors by pushing the gray
levers back into their original positions.
❏ Plug the printer back into its AC power source. The printer will beep a
number of times to indicate that paper is not loaded.
12 Printer Setup
❏ Press the control panel’s LF button and the paper will feed to the starting
position.
Printing on fanfold paper
When printing on fanfold paper, take care not to print too close to the
perforations that separate each sheet. The following shows the recommended
print area for fanfold paper, cut-sheet paper, labels and envelope.
Printing on fanfold paper 13
18 mm
(0.7")
Perforation
Bottom of
Form
6.35 mm
(0.25")min.
Fanfold paper
4 mm (0.16")
4 mm (0.16")
4 mm (0.16")
6 mm (0.25")
Labels
2.54 mm (0.1") min.
C
C
C
C
Label
C : 2.54 mm (0.1") min.
Perforation
6.35 mm
(0.25")min.
18 mm
(0.7")
Cut-sheet paper
5 mm
(0.2")
25.4 mm
(1")
4 mm (0.16")
6 mm (0.25")
Envelope
12.7 mm (0.5")
12.7 mm (0.5")
5 mm
(0.2")
25.4 mm (1")
14 Printer Setup
Parking fanfold paper
It is not necessary to remove fanfold paper currently loaded in the printer in
order to print on cut-sheet paper fed by hand. Instead, simply use the following
procedure to park the fanfold paper.
❏ Tear off the paper at a perforation so there is no more than half a page
sticking out of the front cover of the printer.
If necessary, you can press the control panel’s ON LINE button to put the
printer off-line. Then use the LF button to feed the paper until a perforation
is just past the front cover.
❏ Press the control panel’s ON LINE button to put the printer on-line.
❏ Press the control panel’s LF button. The printer automatically reverse feeds
the fanfold paper until it is no longer in contact with the platen.
❏ Set the release lever on the back of the printer to the cut-sheet position.
The paper is now parked, and you can load cut-sheet paper into the printer
using the procedures under “Manual sheet feeding” on page 59.
Unparking fanfold paper
After you are finished printing on cut-sheet paper, use the following procedure
to unpark fanfold paper and make it available for printing.
❏ If any cut-sheet paper is still in the printer, put the printer on-line and then
press the control panel’s LF button to eject it.
❏ Check to make sure the printer is off-line.
❏ Set the release lever on the back of the printer to the fanfold position.
❏ Press the control panel’s LF button. The printer automatically feeds the
fanfold paper back into position, ready for printing.
Using the tear-off function
The following procedure makes it easy to tear off fanfold paper without
disturbing the current position of the paper.
❏ Check to make sure that the printer is on-line.
❏ Press the control panel’s MODE button.
The printer feeds the perforation of the fanfold paper to the tear-off edge of
the printer cover.
❏ Tear off the paper.
❏ When you resume printing, the printer reverse feeds the paper to its former
position.
Connecting to your computer
The computer sends data to the printer through a cable. This printer does not
come with a cable, so you must purchase one separately. You will probably
want to use a standard parallel cable for connection, but note that you can also
use an optional serial-to-parallel interface converter (SPC-8K).
Important!
The following instructions apply to the Centronics parallel cable that is used
with an IBM-compatible personal computer. Note that they do not apply to all
types of computers and cables. If you are unsure about what type of cable you
should use to connect with your computer, consult your dealer.
Connecting to your computer 15
For an IBM-compatible personal computer:
✓ Use a standard 36-pin Centronics parallel cable.
✓ The parallel cable should be no longer than six feet (two meters). Longer
Important!
Make sure that the printer is unplugged from the AC outlet and that the
computer is switched off before connecting them.
❏ Plug one end of the parallel cable into the parallel port of your computer.
cables can result in poor transfer of information.
The parallel port should be labeled “Printer,” “Parallel,” “PRN,” “LPT1,” or
something similar.
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❏ Plug the other end of the parallel cable into the socket on the side of the
printer and secure it in place with the clips.
Note:
Consult your dealer for details on how to set up your computer when using the
optional SPC-8K serial-to-parallel interface converter.
Chapter 2: Control Panel Operations
The control panel gives you push-button control over the printer’s power and
paper feed operations. It also includes indicator lights, which tell you the current
status of the printer at a glance.
BANK SW
A1
ROMAN
B2
SANSERIF
C3
COURIER
D4
PRESTIGE
E5
ORATOR
F
QUIET
MICRO FEED
POWER
DRAFT
QUIET
6
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FONT MODE LF ON LINE
This chapter describes general functions that can be performed using the control
panel buttons while the printer is turned on and either on-line or off-line. The
buttons perform different functions in the EDS and Dot Adjustment Modes.
Functions of control panel buttons in these modes are described in the relevant
sections covering them.
Important!
The procedures described in this chapter will not work if paper is not loaded
into the printer. Be sure to use the procedures on page 9 of this manual to load
paper before trying any of the following operations.
Switching between on-line and off-line
Press ON LINE to switch the printer between being on-line and off-line.
❏
❏ When the printer is on-line, the ON LINE indicator is lit and the printer can
receive data from the computer. You should make sure that the printer is online whenever you are trying to print.
❏ When the printer is in off-line, the ON LINE indicator goes out, which
means that the printer cannot receive any data.
FF
Important!
Make sure that the on-line/off-line setting of the printer is correct before
performing any other control panel operations.
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Paper loading
Prepare either cut-sheet or fanfold paper for feeding.
❏
For details on how to prepare for paper feeding, see page 9 for fanfold paper
and page 59 for cut-sheet paper.
❏ The POWER indicator flashes to indicate there is no paper in the printer.
❏ When using fanfold paper, press LF to feed the paper into the printer.
When using cut-sheet paper, insert the paper into the front of the printer
using the left paper guide. The paper is automatically fed into the printer.
Line feed
Make sure the printer is off-line (ON LINE indicator is not lit).
❏
❏ Press LF once to feed paper one line. Holding down LF continually feeds
paper, one line at a time, until you release the button.
Paper eject (cut-sheet paper)
Make sure the printer is on-line (ON LINE indicator is lit).
❏
❏ Press LF to eject the paper.
❏ After the paper is ejected, the printer will beep and the POWER indicator
will flash to indicate there is no paper in the printer.
Form feed (fanfold paper)
Make sure the printer is off-line (ON LINE indicator is not lit).
❏
❏ While holding down LF, press ON LINE to feed the paper to the top of the
next page.
Parking fanfold paper
Make sure the printer is on-line (ON LINE indicator is lit).
❏
❏ Press LF to eject the paper.
❏ After the paper is ejected, the printer will beep and the POWER indicator
will flash to indicate there is no paper in the printer.
❏ Later, you can press LF again to feed the paper back into the printer.
Micro feed
Use the following operation to feed the paper in very small increments. This
makes it possible to align the print head exactly where you want it.
❏ Make sure the printer is off-line (ON LINE indicator is not lit).
❏ While holding down ON LINE, press LF to feed the paper forward or
MODE to feed the paper backward.
Setting the top of form position
The current position of paper loaded in the printer is automatically set as the top
of the page whenever you turn power on. You can also use the following
procedure at any time to specify a different position as the top of the page.
❏ Prepare either cut-sheet or fanfold paper for feeding.
❏ Press LF to feed the paper into the printer.
❏ Make sure the printer is off-line (ON LINE indicator is not lit).
❏ Use the micro feed operations (see above) to move the paper so that the
print head is located where you want the new top of form position to be.
❏ While holding down FONT, press LF.
The printer will beep once to indicate that a new top of form position has
been set.
Micro feed 19
Setting the print mode
Make sure the printer is off-line (ON LINE indicator is not lit).
❏
❏ Press the control panel’s MODE button to switch between NLQ (DRAFT
indicator is not lit) and draft (DRAFT indicator is lit) printing.
NLQ printing provides high quality, but is somewhat slower. Draft printing
is quicker, but the quality is not as good as NLQ.
Tear-off function (fanfold paper)
This procedure feeds fanfold paper to a position where it can be torn off easily.
❏ Make sure the printer is on-line (ON LINE indicator is lit).
❏ Press the control panel’s MODE button.
❏ Tear off the paper.
❏ When you resume printing, the printer reverse feeds the paper to its former
position.
This operation causes the paper to be fed automatically so the tear assist edge of
the printer cover is aligned with the paper’s next perforation.
20 Control Panel Operations
Selecting a font
Make sure the printer is off-line (ON LINE indicator is not lit).
❏
❏ Press FONT to change the font selection. An indicator lights to the left of
the name of the font that is currently selected.
Lit Indicator Font Name
ROMAN Roman
ROMAN + COURIER Sanserif
COURIER Courier
COURIER + ORATOR Prestige
ORATOR Orator
Selecting the Quiet Print Mode
The Quiet Print Mode lets you print with less noise than that produced with
normal printing. Use the following procedure to enter and exit the Quiet Print
Mode.
Important!
Though the Quiet Print Mode prints more quietly, it also causes printing to
take considerably longer than normal printing.
❏ Make sure the printer is on-line (ON LINE indicator is lit).
❏ Press FONT, to toggle between the Quiet Print Mode and normal printing.
The QUIET indicator is lit when the Quiet Print Mode is selected, and is not
lit when normal printing is selected.
Changing the auto load position
Normally the printer automatically feeds paper to a standard position (1/6-inch
from the top of the paper). This is called the auto load position. You can use the
following procedure to specify a different auto load position.
❏ Make sure the printer is off-line (ON LINE indicator is not lit).
❏ While holding down ON LINE, press FONT and then release the two
buttons.
The printer will automatically eject the cut-sheet that is in the printer, or
reverse feed fanfold paper until it is no longer in contact with the platen.
Also, all the font and pitch indicators on the control panel will light.
❏ Press FONT to feed the paper to the starting position.
❏ Feed the paper so the print head is located where you want the new auto
load position to be.
Press LF to feed the paper forward and MODE to feed the paper backward.
This is the micro feed operation.
❏ After you have the paper at the position you want, hold down ON LINE
and press LF to make the current print head position the new auto load
position. The printer will beep twice to indicate that the new auto load
position is set.
❏ To clear the new auto load position and return to the one that you set
previously (using the above procedure), press ON LINE. To clear the
currently set auto load position and return to the standard position (1/6-inch
from the top of the paper), hold down ON LINE and press FONT.
Note:
The auto load position you set remains in effect until you turn the printer of f . If
you want to save the auto load position in memory, press MODE instead of LF
while holding down ON LINE in the above step.
Saving a macro
Saving a macro 21
Normally, any settings you make on the control panel are cleared when you turn
the printer off. Use the following procedure to save the current control panel
settings so that they are used whenever you turn the printer on.
❏ Make the control panel settings you want.
❏ Use ON LINE to put the printer off-line (ON LINE indicator is not lit).
❏ Hold down FONT and then MODE. Keep both b uttons held do wn until the
printer beeps twice.
Pressing FONT normally changes the font setting, so when you press it in
the above step, the next font will be indicated. Pressing MODE, however,
returns the font setting to what it was before you pressed FONT.
This procedure saves the following settings.
• Current font and print mode
• Quiet Mode status
These items can be set separately for the Standard mode and the IBM mode.
❏ To clear saved control panel settings repeat the above procedure, but keep
FONT and MODE depressed after the printer beeps twice. Soon the printer
will beep again three times to indicate that the saved control panel settings
have been cleared.
22 Control Panel Operations
Clearing the printer’s buffer
When the printer receives data from a computer, it temporarily stores it in a
memory called a buffer. If you stop a printing job partway through, there is the
chance that some data will remain in the buffer. The following procedure clears
the printer’s buffer by deleting any data that might be there.
❏ Execute the necessary command in the program you are using to stop the
print job.
Important!
Be sure to stop the print job before taking the printer off line. Otherwise, the
print job will resume from where you interrupted it when you put the printer
back on-line.
❏ Use ON LINE to take the printer off line (ON LINE indicator is not lit).
❏ Hold down FONT and then ON LINE. Keep both buttons held down until
the printer beeps once, which indicates that the buffer is cleared.
Initializing the printer
The following procedure initializes the printer to its power-on settings. If you
have control panel settings stored in memory, this procedure sets up the printer
using them.
❏ Use ON LINE to take the printer off line (ON LINE indicator is not lit).
❏ Hold down FONT and then ON LINE. Keep both buttons held down until
the printer beeps once (indicating the printer buffer is cleared) and then
beeps again three times, which indicates that the printer is reset.
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