Interface mode. Determines from which interface the printer receives print data. The default setting, Auto, allows the printer to automatically switch as needed between the parallel and serial interfaces. However, if you experience communication problems, you might want to set the interface mode to either Parallel or Serial.

Auto interface wait time. Sets the time period for the printer to wait for data from the current interface (and accept no data from the other interface) when you’re using the Auto interface mode. You can select a 10-second (default) or 30-second timeout.

Software. Specifies the printer control language to use: EPSON ESC/P 2 (default) or IBM X24/X24E. If your software allows you to select EPSON ESC/P 2, choose it for the most advanced fonts and graphics.

Auto CR. Specifies that the printer perform a carriage return and line feed operation if the print positions exceed the right margin of the paper. (Used in IBM X24/X24E mode only.)

AGM (Alternate Graphics Mode). Specifies that the printer use high-resolution, 24-pin graphics commands. (Used in IBM X24/X24E mode only.)

Character table. Selects the set of characters and symbols that can be printed. The default is the Italic U.S.A. character table. If you commonly use a language containing accents, symbols, or other characters not available in the Italic U.S.A. character table, change to a different character table. For a list of the character tables, see Appendix B.

Auto line feed. Specifies that a carriage return character encountered in the print file be accompanied by a line feed command. By default, auto line feed is off. If text lines print on top of one another, turn on auto line feed.

2-8Controlling the Printer