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If you are not sure about the printer’s current parameter settings, reset them to the
values shown above (i.e., baud rate = 9600 bps, etc.). You can perform parameter
settings from the operation panel. See Chapter 3 Using the Operator Panel, section
3.5.2 Changing Serial Interface Parameters on page 3-35.
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6On the computer, set the same parameters as that of the printer. Most computers
allow you to do this by DIP switch settings that should be made before power is
turned on.
With Windows XP, make settings as follows:
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1Click on the Start button in the Windows XP task bar and align the cursor with
Settings, then click on Control Panel from among the items displayed.
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2The Control Panel window opens. Double click on System.
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3System Properties window opens. Click on the Hardware tab, then click on the
Device Manager button, and double click on Ports (COM & LPT).
Figure B-1
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4Double click on Communications Port.
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5The Communications Port Properties dialog is displayed for the selected COM
port. Click on the Port Settings tab and set the port properties.
Figure B-2
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6After setting the properties, click the OK button.