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Revision D 12/09 | Chapter 2: Diagnostics and Configuration | 15 |
Printer configuration
Printers are shipped with all the functions and parameters preset at the factory. Settings for various printer parameters can be changed. This menu is printed on the receipt and scrolls through instructions for selecting and changing any of the functions or parameters.
Note: When changing the paper type you will either need to send the “Set paper type” (1D 81 mn) command or make a selection in the configuration menu.
Caution: Be extremely careful changing any of the printer settings to avoid inadvertently changing other settings that might affect the performance of the printer.
The following functions and parameters can be changed in the scrolling configuration menu (except as noted):
• Communication Interfaces
Universal serial bus (USB)/RS232 Serial
Ethernet
Powered USB
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Data bits (can not be changed) Stop bits (can not be changed) Parity (can not be changed)
Hardware (DTR/DSR) or software (XON/XOFF) flow control
Data reception errors
Alternate DTR/DSR
•Diagnostic Modes Normal
Datascope
Receipt test
•Printer Emulations Native mode
A794 emulation
A793 emulation LEGACY emulation
•Printer settings and functions Emulation/Software options submenu
Printer ID mode Default lines per inch Carriage return usage Default font
Font size
Hardware options submenu Color density Monochrome print density
Power supply wattage (max power) Knife option
Partial cut distance Paper low sensor Paper width Printhead setting
For more information about | See this section |
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Using the configuration menu | “Configuring the printer” |
to configure the printer | on page 16. |