Star Micronics LC24-10 user manual Installing Your Software, Printer menu

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Chapter 3 USING THE PRINTER WITH COMMERCIAL SOFTWARE

There is an abundance of commercial software available: spreadsheet programs, word-processing programs, graphics programs, and more. This printer will work with any program that supports a Star, Epson or IBM dot-matrix printer. Before using the printer with commercial software, however, there are two things you must do:

•the software so that it supports the printer

•Set the printer’s DIP switches to match the software

INSTALLING YOUR SOFTWARE

Most commercial software includes an installation program or routine that you can run to customize the software to lit your hardware system. Start by reading the explanation of the installation program in your software manual.

Printer menu

The installation program usually offers a menu of printers from which to choose. If you find this printer on the menu, select it.

If this printer is not listed, look for the Epson LQ-800 or IBM Proprinter X24. If these are not listed, look for another Star, Epson or IBM printer. A few of the choices you may see are given below in order of preference:

Star

NB-15

Epson LQ-800

IBM Proprinter

X24

 

NB24-10

LQ-1000

Proprinter

II

 

NB24- 15

LQ- 1500

Proprinter

 

Some menus are less explicit about model names but offer general de- scriptions such as “Star printer”, “Epson printer”, “IBM dot-matrix printer”, “dot-matrix ASCII printer”, “Centronics-type printer”, “Draft printer”, or “Standard printer”. Any of these selections should work. If you are not sure of the right selection, it does not hurt to experiment. If you choose wrong, you will get strange printing results, but don’t worry; just try a different selection. Don’t pick any printer described as a daisywheel printer or laser printer.

A few installation programs may ask you not to select a printer but to describe what your printer can do. The answers to the most often asked questions are: Yes, this printer can do a backspace; and Yes, it can do a hardware form feed.

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Contents LC24-10 Self Declaration HOW to USE this Manual Features of the Printer Quad-sized Tableofcontents Commercial Software Index Locating the Printer Check fhe carton contentsUnpacking and Inspection Page Mount the platen knob Setting UPRemove the top cover Removing the top cover Lnstaii the ribbon cartridgeLnsfall the optional IC card Replace the top coverConnect the printer to the computer Connect the printer’s power cordMount the paper guide Loading Single SheetsMounting the paper guide for single sheets Semiautomatic loadingManual loading Opening the rear cover Loading and Parking Fanfold FormsClamp Lever Figure I-12. Mounting the paper guide tor tantola forms Paper parkingPaper unparking Short se/f testTest Printing Interface test Long self testDIP Switch Settings Adjusting the Printing GAPInternational character set Print style and pitch selection Page Page OFF 1 OFF Switches and Indicators Power indicatorPaper feed switch On Line switchSty/e/Pitch switch Quiet Mode switchPOWER-UP Functions Short test pattern On Line switchLprint CHR$I Next Return Switch combination functions of control panel Switch Combination FunctionsPage Page Memo Printer menu Installing Your SoftwareType styles Printer command optionsUsing Your Software Setting the DIP SwitchesLnitializa tion sequence AlignmentType style and pitch selection Other printer commandsCan help you to use italic print Memo HARD-COPYING the Screen MS-DOS and PC-DOS Using the Printer with DOS and BasicName of list device PRN Programming the Printer with DOS CommandsNew file Acopy LQELITE.DAT PRN Aprint README.DOC Programming the Printer with BasicLprint Lprint the Spacings are Changed Next ROW How the program works IBM Lprint E$=CHR$oc!iR$60cHR$60 Lprint IQ= CHR$0CHR$60CHR$60 Replacing the Ribbon Cleaning the PrinterReplacing the Print Head Page Replacing the Battery in the RAM Card If the printer doesn’t print TroubleshootingIf you have problems with download characters If you have problems with graphicsIf the printed characters don’t match the characters on ScreenAppendix Character Sets Dot Matrix SizeOnly1 Fnterface Signals Electrical SpecificationsEnvironmental Requirements OptionPaper Memo Select draft quality characters Font Control CommandsSelect LQ type style Select LQ charactersSelect ornament character Select italic charactersCancel double-strike printing Cancel EmphasizedSelect Upright Characters Emphasized PrintingStop Underlining Cancel superscript or subscriptStart Overlining Stop overliningSet Character SET CommandsEnable printing of a// character codes on next character Enable printing of a// character codesSelect Ash Zero SelectElite pitch Pica pitchHigh-speed elite pitch High-density elite pitchCancel expanded printing Cancel condensed printingPrinting Expanded printingCaucel one-line expanded printing Select double or quadruple size Increase character SpacingPrint Double-height Characters Return To normal HeightWidth Select CharacterSelect character type and print pitch CommandsSet line spacing to l/8 inch Set line spacing to 7160 or 7172 inchSet base unit for line spacing Set line spacing to l/6 inchSet line spacing to n/780 or n/276 inch Set line spacing to n/360 inchSelect Reverse Feed Select Forward FeedPerform one nl7804nch reverse line feed Perform one n/180-inch or n/276-inch line feedFeed paper n lines Set top of page at current positionSet page length to n inches Cancel top and bottom marginsSet top margin Set bottom MarginEnable paper-out detector Disable paper-out detectorSet vertical tab stops Set vertical tab stops every n linesSelect Vertical Tab Channel Horizontal Position CommandsVertical tab Set left margin27 88 nl Set left and right marginsCenter text Left justifyRight justify Full JustifyHorizontal tab Set horizontal tab stopsRelative horizontal tab in inches Relative horizontal TabAbsolute horizontal tab in inches Absolute horizontal tab in columnsPrint b-bit double-density graphics Print 8-MSing/e-density Graphics Print 24bit hex-density graphics Select graphics modeDownload Character Commands Select graphics ModeDensity Copy standard characters from ROM into RAMSelect download character set Define Download CharactersSet MSB to Select ROM characterAccept MSB as is Delete last character sentCancel Quiet Print Cancel LastRepeat data Quiet PrintSet printer off-line PrintSet printer on-line Stop printingUnidirectional printing PrintingOne-line unidirectional printing Manual feedEject paper From ASF Reset printerSet print start position on ASF Memo Normal character Appenciix DownloadCharacter width Super/subscript character Figure C-2. Telephone symbol, super/subscript1120 1600 2440 Else CS$=STRINGQ2,2 Output Diskette AppendixD Standardcharacterset Page IBM Character SET #2 Page IBM Character SET #l Additional Character SET International Character Sets Index DEI 107 Command Summary ESC EfjC O O O ESC ‘I=‘ ESC pCO 111

LC24-10 specifications

The Star Micronics LC24-10 is a robust and high-performance dot matrix printer that caters primarily to the needs of businesses requiring reliable and efficient printing solutions. Known for its durability and versatility, the LC24-10 is ideal for environments such as retail, manufacturing, and warehousing, where multi-part forms and continuous printing are crucial.

One of the standout features of the LC24-10 is its ability to handle various paper types and formats. It can print on single-sheet paper, multi-part forms, and labels, making it a versatile choice for myriad applications. The printer supports both standard and custom paper sizes, ensuring it meets the diverse needs of end-users.

In terms of technology, the LC24-10 utilizes a 24-pin print head which offers high-speed and high-quality printing. This print head technology enables the printer to produce sharp and clear characters, even when printing on thick or multi-part media. The printer can reach print speeds of up to 550 characters per second, significantly improving productivity in fast-paced environments.

The LC24-10 is designed with user-friendliness in mind. It features a simple control panel that allows for easy configuration and status monitoring. Additionally, the printer supports a variety of connectivity options, including parallel, serial, and USB interfaces, making it compatible with a wide range of systems and devices. This flexibility allows businesses to integrate the printer seamlessly into their existing operations.

Durability is another key characteristic of the LC24-10. Its rugged design ensures that it can withstand the rigors of busy working environments, with a mean time between failure (MTBF) rated at over 10,000 hours. This reliability translates to less downtime and lower overall maintenance costs for businesses.

Furthermore, the LC24-10 is equipped with advanced features such as a slip-feed mechanism that allows for easy loading of various media types without jamming. It also boasts multiple character sets and emulations, enabling it to cater to different printing needs without compromising on quality.

In summary, the Star Micronics LC24-10 stands out in the world of dot matrix printers due to its robust design, versatility in handling various media, high-speed performance, and user-friendly features. These characteristics make it an excellent choice for businesses that require heavy-duty printing capabilities.
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