Epson 1170, LQ-870 Using the Command Summary, ESC, 8-2 Command Summary

Using the Command Summary

This printer uses the Epson ESC/P 2 printer control language. You can use these commands to produce high quality laser-like printouts. ESC/P 2 commands provide scalable fonts (Epson Roman and Epson Sans Serif) and enhanced graphics.

The following section lists and describes all the commands by topic. If a command has parameters, they are explained. Parameters are indicated by lowercase italicized letters, usually n. The examples below show how the parameters are indicated.

ESC @ is a command with no parameters.

ESC U l/O is a command that uses 1 to turn the feature on and 0 to turn it off.

ESC $ nl ~22 is a command with two parameters.

ESC D nn is a command with a variable number of parameters.

For comprehensive information on all these commands, call (800) 922-8911to purchase the Epson ESC/P Reference Manual.

8-2Command Summary