Input buffer

The input buffer stores data sent from your computer. The input buffer can store up to 64KB of data, so you can free your computer for other tasks while the printer prints. When the buffer is off, the buffer can store no data, so the computer must wait for the printer to print each character before sending the next.

Skip over perforation

This feature is available only when continuous paper is selected. When you turn on this feature, the printer provides a one-inch (25.4 mm) margin between the last line printed on one page and the first line printed on the next page. because most application programs set their own top and bottom margins, you should use this feature only if your program does not provide them.

Auto tear-off

When you use continuous paper with the front or rear push tractor, this feature advances the paper perforation to the tear-off position, where you can then easily tear off the printed page. When the printer again receives data, it automatically advances the paper to the top-of-form position and starts printing, so you can use all of the next sheet. When auto tear-off is disabled (off), you must perform the tear-off function manually by pressing the Tear Off /Bin button. See ‘Tear Off” later in this chapter for more information.

Auto line feed

When auto line feed is on, the printer accompanies each carriage return (CR) code received with a line feed (LF) code.

Using the Printer 3-11