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Setup Guide®The Printronix P5000 series with DEC LG Emulation

10Chapter 1 The P5000 series with DEC LG Emulation• The Printronix P5000 series of Line Matrix Printers with DEC LG Operator’s Guide Describes the ke

100Chapter 4 IGP/VGL EmulationNOTE: When Barcode Errors is disabled, the IGP/VGL emulation will try to make the best use of invalid data by either tr

Submenu 101Font SetThis parameter allows you to select a font for the IGP/VGL feature. The default is 0, which is U.S. ASCII. The following values are

102Chapter 4 MAINT / MISCMAINT / MISCMenuThe MAINT / MISC menu allows the you to perform miscellaneous functions, such as printing a hex dump, select

Menu 103HOST INTERFACEIMPORTANTThe printer will not print unless the type of interface selected from the Host Interface Menu matches the type of inter

104Chapter 4 HOST INTERFACESerial SubmenuIMPORTANTThe serial parameters in the printer must be set the same as the serial interface in the host compu

Serial Submenu 105If the host keeps sending data after an XOFF is sent, the printer firmware will continue to send an XOFF for every 16 characters rec

106Chapter 4 HOST INTERFACEData Terminal ReadyThis configuration is part of hardware flow control and determines when the Data Terminal Ready (DTR) s

Parallel Submenu 107Parallel SubmenuCentronics InterfaceIMPORTANTThe Centronics parameters in the printer must be set the same as the Centronics inter

108Chapter 4 HOST INTERFACEStrobe PolarityThe Strobe Polarity must be set to match the data strobe polarity of your host computer. When the host comp

Parallel Submenu 109Dataproducts SubmenuIMPORTANTThe Dataproducts parameters in the printer must be set the same as the Dataproducts interface in the

Printer Emulations 11Most line matrix printers have specialized architectures, which enable the printer to emulate, or behave like, another printer. T

110Chapter 4 HOST INTERFACEData Request PolarityThe Data Request Polarity parameter must be set to match the data request polarity of your host compu

Parallel Submenu 111Bidirectional SubmenuThe IEEE 1284 (Bidirectional) interface is faster and more versatile than Centronics and supports bidirection

112Chapter 4 PRINTER CONTROLPRINTER CONTROLThe printer control menu allows you to choose the printer’s behavior. Options on this menu, as shown below

Parallel Submenu 113PMD (Paper Motion Detection) Fault• Enable. If a paper jam occurs, an audible alarm beeps, “CLEAR PAPER JAM” appears on the messag

114Chapter 4 DIAGNOSTICSDIAGNOSTICSThe diagnostics menu allows you to choose the diagnostics tests to be run and provides you with important system i

Parallel Submenu 115• All H’s. A pattern of all uppercase H’s used to detect missing characters, misplaced dots, smeared characters, or improper phasi

116Chapter 4 DIAGNOSTICSPrint StatisticsYou can view various printer statistics, such as hours of usage, and refer to these figures for preventive ma

Parallel Submenu 117RIBBONMINDERRibbonMinder™ monitors ink consumption to ensure quality printing. The “RibbonMinder” chapter explains how to use this

118Chapter 4 RIBBONMINDERRibbon SizeThe standard ribbon size is 100 yards in the cabinet model and 60 yards in the pedestal model; these are the fact

1195 Interfaces Overview This chapter describes the interfaces provided with the printer. The printer interface is the point where the data line fro

12Chapter 1 The P5000 series with DEC LG EmulationFigure 1. The DEC LG Emulation Printers P5205P5210P5215P5005P5010

120Chapter 5 Dataproducts Parallel InterfaceDataproducts Parallel InterfaceThe Dataproducts parallel interface allows the printer to operate with a 5

Dataproducts Parallel Interface Configuration 121edge of the strobe signal can be configured as leading, middle (default), or trailing.Paper Instructi

122Chapter 5 Centronics Parallel InterfaceCentronics Parallel InterfaceThe Centronics interface enables the printer to operate with controllers desig

Centronics Parallel Interface Configuration 123Acknowledge. A low true pulse from the printer indicating the character or function code has been recei

124Chapter 5 Terminating Resistor ConfigurationsTerminating Resistor ConfigurationsThe factory equips the printer with several resistors that are use

Removal and Installation 125The shipping kit for this printer includes 220 ohm pull-up and 330 ohm pull-down alternate terminating resistors. If you i

126Chapter 5 IEEE 1284 Parallel InterfaceIEEE 1284 Parallel InterfaceThe IEEE 1284 is a parallel interface with bidirectional capabilities. Features

The Negotiation Phase 127The Negotiation PhaseThe negotiation phase determines which operating mode will be used. At this time, the host and the print

128Chapter 5 IEEE 1284 Parallel InterfaceTable 14. 1284 SignalsPin Source of DataType of ModeCompatible Nibble Byte1 Host nStrobe HostClk Host/Clk2 H

Signals 12928 Signal Ground (PError, Select, nAck)29 Signal Ground (Busy, nFault)30 Signal Ground (nAutoFd, nSelectIn, nInit)31 Host nInit32 Printer N

Graphics Enhancement Option 13Graphics Enhancement OptionThe IGP/PGL and IGP/VGL emulations allow you to create and store forms, generate logos, bar c

130Chapter 5 RS-232 and RS-422 Serial InterfacesRS-232 and RS-422 Serial InterfacesNOTE: The RS-232 and RS-422 serial interface circuit characteristi

RS-232 and RS-422 Serial Interface Signals 131RS-232 and RS-422 Serial Interface SignalsThe RS-232 connector mounted on the printer is a 25-pin DB-25S

132Chapter 5 RS-232 and RS-422 Serial InterfacesFraming Error Handling. Framing error checking is always in effect for the serial interface.When a fr

Interface Configuration 133VMS Operating SystemWhen using the parallel interface with the VMS™ operating system, configure the printer with the SET PR

134Chapter 5 VMS Operating SystemWhen using the serial interface with the VMS operating system, configure the terminal characteristics with the SET T

1356 Routine Service and DiagnosticsCleaning RequirementsPeriodic cleaning is the only routine maintenance your printer requires to ensure efficient

136Chapter 6 Cleaning Requirements3.Unlatch both ribbon spools and carefully lift them off the hubs. Raise the ribbon out of the ribbon path.4. Using

Interior Cleaning 137Figure 46. Cleaning the Interior of the PrinterBase CastingShuttle Cover AssemblySplined ShaftPaper Support (2)TractorForms Thick

138Chapter 6 Diagnosing ProblemsDiagnosing ProblemsThis section is designed to help you recover from any problems which may arise with normal printer

Printer Self-Tests 13910.11.12.13.14. Starts the test.15. Stops the test.16. Locks the ENTER key.17.18. Examine the print quality. The characters shou

14Chapter 1 The P5000 series with DEC LG EmulationGraphics and Vertical FormattingSeveral graphics and vertical formatting features are available:• F

140Chapter 6 Diagnosing ProblemsPrinting a Hex DumpA hex code printout (or hex dump) is basically a translation of all host interface data to its hex

Printing a Hex Dump 141Table 18. Printing a Hex DumpStep Key Result Notes1. Make sure the printer is on. Raise the printer cover.2. The printer must b

142Chapter 6 Diagnosing ProblemsFault MessagesIf a fault condition occurs in the printer, the status indicator on the control panel flashes on and of

Fault Messages 143Table 19. LCD Message Troubleshooting TableDisplayed MessageCan User Correct?Explanation Solution8.5V PWR FAIL* No Internal power fa

144Chapter 6 Diagnosing ProblemsEXHAUST FAN FLT Yes Sensors cannot detect current in fan circuit.Power off the printer and remove the paper path. Che

Fault Messages 145ILL INST ACCSS* No Fatal firmware error on controller board.Contact your authorized customer service engineer.1INTAKE FAN FAULT Yes

146Chapter 6 Diagnosing ProblemsPLAT INV CMD* No Fatal firmware error on controller board.Contact your authorized customer service engineer.1PLAT INV

Fault Messages 147SHUTL INV CMD* No Fatal firmware error on controller board.Contact your authorized customer service engineer.1SHUTL INV PARM* No Fat

148Chapter 6 Diagnosing Problems

1497 RibbonMinderOverview RibbonMinder is a user-definable software feature that determines when a ribbon should be changed. It does this by monitor

Line Matrix Printing 15Line Matrix PrintingYour printer creates characters and graphics by a printing technique called line matrix printing. Line matr

150Chapter 7 Using the RibbonMinderUsing the RibbonMinderThis chapter outlines how to configure the RibbonMinder each time you change your ribbon, as

Configuration 151Table 20. RibbonMinder ConfigurationStep Key Result Notes1. Make sure the printer is on. Raise the printer cover.2.3. Allows you to m

152Chapter 7 Using the RibbonMinderRunning a JobOnce you have set up options for RibbonMinder, it works without attention. When you begin printing wi

Ribbon Action 153Ribbon ActionThe Ribbon Action option allows you to perform three functions: activate the RibbonMinder ink consumption display, disab

154Chapter 7 Using the RibbonMinderRibbonMinder FaultBy pressing the CLEAR key, you clear the fault which will allow the printer to continue printing

Ribbon Size 155Ribbon SizeWhen replacing a ribbon, if the new ribbon is a different size than the previous one, you must change the Ribbon Size option

156Chapter 7 Using the RibbonMinderRibbon AdjustYou can adjust RibbonMinder to allow the printing of more or less pages before the display reaches 0%

157A Printer Specifications Ribbon SpecificationsNOTE: Only cabinet models support 100-yard ribbons. Pedestal models must use 60-yard ribbons. Use on

158Appendix A Printer DimensionsPrinter DimensionsCabinet ModelHeight: 42.5 inches (108 cm)Width: 27 inches (68.6 cm)Depth: 29 inches (73.7 cm)Weight

159Electrical CharacteristicsInput VoltagePower ConsumptionInterfacesType: IEEE 1284 Parallel, Centronics Parallel, RS-232/RS-422 Serial, Dataproduct

16Chapter 1 The P5000 series with DEC LG EmulationAfter a line of characters is printed, hammer action stops while the paper advances to the first do

160Appendix A Printing RatesPrinting RatesThe printing speed of text is measured in lines per minute (lpm), and is a function of the selected font an

161B Standard ASCII Character SetKEYASCII CHARACTER ESC33271BOCTALDECIMALHEXB700 0011 1 1B6 0B5 001101100011011COLUMN01234567BITSROWB4 B2B3 B101234

162Appendix B

163C Printronix Technical SupportSources of SupportThere are several sources of help and information available depending on the type of help you need

164Appendix C Sources of SupportPrintronix Technical SupportPrintronix Technical Support is available world-wide. When calling Printronix for assista

165D GlossaryAactive column The horizontal location on the paper where the next character will print.active line The vertical location on the paper w

166Appendix DCcharacter cell The invisible rectangular space occupied by a character, including the white space around the character. The height of a

167Ddecipoint One tenth of a point. A unit of length equal to 1/720 inch.See also point.default A value, parameter, attribute, or option assigned by

168Appendix D4) scale factor (character height/width ratio)5) type style (Roman or italic)6) character weight (bold, normal, etc.)7) character propor

169interface The hardware components used to link two devices by common physical interconnection, signal, and functional characteristics.invoke To pu

172 Setting Up the PrinterBefore You BeginRead this chapter carefully before installing and operating the DEC LG Emulation printer.The printer is eas

170Appendix DOOCR Abbrev. for optical character recognition. A process by which a machine can “read” characters printed in a special standardized fon

171RRAM Acronym for random-access memory. Also called “main memory” or “working memory.” RAM is the active memory of a printer, into which programs a

172Appendix Dserif A short line stemming from and at an angle to the upper or lower end of the stroke of a letter or number character.set To turn on,

173Wwarm start A reboot or soft reset. The following occurs:1) data are cleared from all buffers (I/O and internal print buffers); 2) all internal sy

174Appendix D

175IndexAA TO D OVERUN * message, 143Absorb after ^PY, 97ACCESS NULL PTR * message, 143Acknowledge signalCentronics parallel interface, 123Active IGP

176Chainspapercabinet model, 25Changing parameters, 55Character formation overviewdot matrix, 15Character Set, 83, 85, 88ASCII, 161Cleaning requireme

177Data strobe signalCentronics parallel interface, 122Data Terminal Ready parameter, 106Data terminal ready (DTR) signalRS-232 serial interface, 131

178FRAMING ERROR, 144HAM. COIL OPEN *, 144HB NOT INSTALLD *, 144ILL EXT BUS ACC *, 144ILL INST ACCSS *, 145ILLGL OPR ACCSS *, 144INTAKE FAN FAULT, 14

179pedestal model, 32cardboard packing removalcabinet model, 21hammer bank foam removalcabinet model, 22pedestal model, 28paper chains releasecabinet

18Chapter 2 Before You Begin• Is located within the maximum allowable cable length to the host computer. This distance depends on the type of interfa

180LG Autowrap option, 76LG Font submenu, 75LG Horiz. Forms option, 75LG Vert. Forms option, 75line feed, 76plot mode opt, 77print mode opt, 77unsoli

181Centronics interface, 123Dataproducts parallel interface, 121Paper motion detection See PMD Fault parameter, 113Paper out condition, specifying la

182PROTECTED INSTR * message, 146Protecting a configuration, 61Protocolsdefined, 14RS-232 serial interface, 131RS-422 serial interface, 131selecting,

183SSave Configuration parameter, 71Saving a configuration, 57Saving parameters, 51, 57Saving parameters See Locking/unlocking ENTER key, 51SECURITY

184Unlocking the ENTER key, 53Unpacking a new printercabinet model, 21pedestal model, 27Unsolicited reportsLG emulation, 76UP DRV. SHORT * message, 1

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Select a Site 19Figure 5. Pedestal Model Dimensions 24.6 in.(62.48 cm.)30 in.(76.2 cm.)10.5 in.(26.67 cm.)25 in.(63.5 cm.)48.0 in.(122 cm.)

20Chapter 2 Before You BeginPrinter Component LocationsFamiliarize yourself with the names and locations of the printer components shown in Figure 6

Remove the Cardboard Packing 21Remove the Shipping Restraints (Cabinet Model)Cardboard packing, protective foam, and tie wraps protect printer mechani

22Chapter 2 Remove the Shipping Restraints (Cabinet Model)Remove the Hammer Bank Protective Foam and Foam StripsFigure 8. Removing the Hammer Bank Pr

Remove the Platen Protective Foam 23Remove the Platen Protective FoamFigure 9. Removing the Platen Protective Foam1. Rotate the forms thickness lever

24Chapter 2 Remove the Shipping Restraints (Cabinet Model)Adjust the Paper SupportsFigure 10. Adjusting Paper Supports1. Slide paper supports inward

Release the Paper Chains 25Release the Paper ChainsFigure 11. Releasing the Paper Chains1. Open the cabinet rear door.2. Cut the tie wraps and release

26Chapter 2 Remove the Shipping Restraints (Cabinet Model)Remove the TagsFigure 12. Remove Tag and Tie Wrap from Fence or Passive Paper Stacker1. Rem

Attach the Control Panel Overlays 27Attach the Control Panel OverlaysFigure 13. Attaching Control Panel Overlay1. Choose the overlay labels in the app

28Chapter 2 Remove the Shipping Restraints (Pedestal Model)Remove the Hammer Bank Protective FoamFigure 14. Removing the Hammer Bank Protective Foam1

Remove the Platen Protective Foam 29Remove the Platen Protective FoamFigure 15. Removing Platen Protective Foam1. Rotate the forms thickness lever dow

172292-001, Rev BSetup GuideThe Printronix P5000 series with DEC LG Emulation®

30Chapter 2 Remove the Shipping Restraints (Pedestal Model)Adjust the Paper SupportsFigure 16. Adjusting Paper Supports1. Slide paper supports inward

Remove Tag 31Remove TagFigure 17. Removing Tag from CageRemove the tie wrap attached to the wireform paper path. It is marked with a large, red tag.Ti

32Chapter 2 Remove the Shipping Restraints (Pedestal Model)Attach the Output BasketFigure 18. Attaching the Output Basket1. Place the output basket i

Attach the Control Panel Overlays 33Attach the Control Panel OverlaysFigure 19. Attaching Control Panel Overlays1. Choose the overlay labels in the ap

34Chapter 2 Install Basic ComponentsInstall Basic ComponentsThe following section gives instructions on essential procedures which keep your printer

Connect the Interface and Power Cables 35Figure 21. Interface and Power Locations 1. Make sure the printer power switch is set to OFF (see Figure 21).

36Chapter 2 Install Basic ComponentsInstall the RibbonFigure 22. Ribbon Path Diagram Location1. Refer to the ribbon path diagram molded onto the shut

Install the Ribbon 37Figure 24. Forms Thickness Lever3. Raise the forms thickness lever as far as it will go.4. Swing open the tractor doors.Figure 25

38Chapter 2 Install Basic ComponentsFigure 26. Ribbon Path6. Thread the ribbon around the ribbon guide and along the ribbon path. Refer to the ribbon

Install the Ribbon 39Figure 27. Left Ribbon Hub7. Place the empty spool on the left hub. Press the spool down until the hub latch snaps into place. Tu

Trademark AcknowledgmentsTrademark AcknowledgmentsANSI is a registered trademark of American National Standards Institute, Inc.Code V is a trademark o

40Chapter 2 Install Basic ComponentsLoad the PaperThis section explains how to load paper for the first time. If you are loading paper over existing

Load the Paper 41Figure 30. Paper Slot Location2. Feed the paper up through the paper slot. Hold the paper in place with one hand (to prevent it from

42Chapter 2 Install Basic ComponentsFigure 32. Paper Scale4. If adjustment is necessary, unlock the left tractor. Slide the tractor until it is direc

Load the Paper 43Figure 34. Horizontal Adjustment Knob8. After both tractors are secured, you may use the horizontal adjustment knob to make fine hori

44Chapter 2 Install Basic ComponentsPower On the PrinterFollowing are instructions for powering on the printer after you have installed the ribbon an

Set the Top-of-Form 45Set the Top-of-FormFollowing are instructions for setting the top-of-form after you have powered on the printer.Figure 37. The L

46Chapter 2 Install Basic ComponentsFigure 38. Raising the Forms Thickness Lever3. Raise the forms thickness lever as far as it will go. This allows

Set the Top-of-Form 47Figure 40. Lowering the Forms Thickness Lever 6. Lower the forms thickness lever. Set it to match the paper thickness.The A-B-C

48Chapter 2 Install Basic ComponentsTest the PrinterTable 3. Printer Test ProcedureStep Key Result Notes1. Make sure that the printer top cover is op

493 Configuring the PrinterOverviewIMPORTANTConfiguration directly affects printer operation. Do not change the configuration of your printer until y

Table of Contents1 Overview... 9About This Guide ...

50Chapter 3 OverviewFigure 41. Configuration Menu OverviewOFFLINECONFIG. CONTROLACTIVEEMULATION1EMULATION MAINT/MISCDIAGNOS-TICSRIBBON MINDERLoad Con

Changing and Saving Parameter Settings 51Changing and Saving Parameter SettingsYou can change a parameter setting, such as line spacing or forms lengt

52Chapter 3 OverviewOperating ModesThe printer has three operating modes: online mode, offline mode, and fault mode. • Online Mode. When the printer

Unlocking and Locking the ENTER Key 53Unlocking and Locking the ENTER KeyThe ENTER key is locked by default, to prevent you from accidentally changing

54Chapter 3 OverviewItalic PrintDisableSlashed ZeroDisablePage FormatMarginsLeft Margin0 columnsRight Margin0 columnsBottom Margin0 linesPerforation

Example 55Changing ParametersA configuration consists of several parameters. The default factory configuration has a starting set of parameters. Your

56Chapter 3 Changing Parameters4.5.6.7. Cycle through the choices.8. An asterisk (*) indicates this choice is active.TO SAVE YOUR CHANGES AS A CONFIG

Saving Your New Configuration 57Saving Your New ConfigurationAfter changing all of the necessary parameters, it is recommended you save them as a conf

58Chapter 3 Changing ParametersTable 5. Saving ConfigurationsStep Key Result Notes1. If you are already in the configuration menu, go to step 5.2.3.

Deleting Your Configuration 59Deleting Your ConfigurationIf you wish to delete a configuration from memory, select the appropriate configuration numbe

Table of ContentsConnect the Interface and Power Cables ... 34Install the Ribbon ...

60Chapter 3 Changing ParametersTable 6. Deleting ConfigurationsStep Key Result Notes1. Make sure the printer is on. Raise the printer cover.2.3. Allo

Protecting Your Configurations 61Protecting Your ConfigurationsIn order to save or delete a configuration you must set the Protect Configs. option to

62Chapter 3 Changing ParametersTable 7. Printing ConfigurationsStep Key Result Notes1. Make sure the printer is on. Raise the printer cover.2.3. Allo

Loading Configuration Values 63Loading Configuration ValuesYou can load any of the eight customized configurations or the factory default configuratio

64Chapter 3 Changing ParametersTable 8. Loading ConfigurationsStep Key Result Notes1. Make sure the printer is on. Raise the printer cover.2.3. Allow

The Power-Up Configuration 65The Power-Up ConfigurationWhen you power on the printer for the first time, it loads configuration 0, the factory default

66Chapter 3 Changing ParametersTable 9. Setting The Power-Up ConfigurationStep Key Result Notes1. Make sure the printer is on. Raise the printer cove

674 The Configuration MenusOverviewOnce you have familiarized yourself with the configuration process using the tutorial information in Chapter 3, yo

68Chapter 4 OverviewFigure 44. Configuration Menu OverviewOFFLINECONFIG. CONTROL(see page 70)ACTIVE IGP EMULATION1(see page 72)EMULATION(see page 73)

Configuration Main Menu 69Figure 44. Configuration Menu Overview (continued)HOST INTERFACE(see page 103)PRINTER CONTROL(see page 112)RIBBON MINDER(see

Table of ContentsHOST INTERFACE ... 103Serial Submenu...

70Chapter 4 CONFIG. CONTROLCONFIG. CONTROLMenuThe CONFIG. CONTROL menu manages configurations, which are groupings of parameter values that can be st

Menu 71Save Config.This option allows you to save up to eight unique configurations to meet different print job requirements. This eliminates the need

72Chapter 4 ACTIVE EMULATIONACTIVE EMULATIONThe ACTIVE EMULATION menu allows you to select the emulation to be used with your DEC LG Emulation printe

Menu 73EMULATIONThe EMULATION menu is the gateway to configuring the emulations available with the DEC LG Emulation.NOTE: Only the emulation currently

74Chapter 4 Digital LGDigital LGSubmenuEMULATIONFontVert. Forms AutowrapCRLF UnsolicitedRptPrint Mode OptBot. Frm 66/6*(0-198)Top Mrg 0/6*(0-198)No*Y

Submenu 75FontSelect a default font style and character set for the LG emulation, as follows:• Style. This option allows you to specify a print qualit

76Chapter 4 Digital LGAutowrap• No. The default. Any print data received past the forms width setting is discarded.• Yes. An automatic carriage retur

Submenu 77Print Mode OptWhen enabled, this option affects the SPI, SHS, and DECSHORP commands. The printer will no longer be forced into these command

78Chapter 4 LinePrinter+LinePrinter+EMULATIONPrinter ProtocolPrint Char. Set Font AttributesPage FormatTypefaceData Proc.*NLQOCR-AOCR-BHigh SpeedNLQ

Submenu 79Printer ProtocolSelect the LinePrinter+ protocol you wish to use. Refer to the LinePrinter Plus Programmer’s Reference Manual for more infor

Table of ContentsNew Ribbon... 152Ribbon Action...

80Chapter 4 LinePrinter+• High Speed. A draft quality font printing at 120 dpi horizontally and 48 dpi vertically. The width of the font varies with

Submenu 81Page FormatMargins• Right Margin. Set in columns. Column zero is defined as the far right edge of the page, and column numbering increments

82Chapter 4 LinePrinter+Proprinter XL Emulation Define CR CodeThis option controls the action of the printer when it receives a Carriage Return code

Proprinter XL Emulation 83Define LF Code • LF = LF. Does not perform an automatic carriage return when a line feed command is received. The next print

84Chapter 4 LinePrinter+Epson FX EmulationDefine CR CodeThe Define CR Code option controls the action of the printer when it receives a Carriage Retu

Epson FX Emulation 85Auto LFThis option defines the printer actions when print data is received past the forms width setting. • Enable. Performs an au

86Chapter 4 LinePrinter+P-Series EmulationPrinter Protocol(from page 78)Control Code 06Control Code 08Define CR CodeAuto LFOverstrike Define LF CodeS

P-Series Emulation 87Control Code 06Control Code 06 defines the function of ASCII code hex 06 (ACK). You can select an alternate line spacing of 6, 8

88Chapter 4 LinePrinter+Select SFCC This parameter allows you to select which ASCII codes will function as the Special Function Control Code (SFCC) c

Submenu 89IGP/PGL EmulationThe IGP/PGL emulation can be configured either through the printer’s front panel or from the host computer with control cod

91 OverviewAbout This Guide This Setup Guide is designed so you can quickly find the information you need to install and configure your Printronix DE

90Chapter 4 IGP/PGL EmulationDefine CR Code (Carriage Return)This parameter forces the printer to insert an automatic Line Feed code into the data st

Submenu 91CR EditThis parameter determines if a carriage return will be followed by a line feed.• Disable. The printer ignores all carriage returns th

92Chapter 4 IGP/PGL EmulationSkip Command PrefixThis parameter determines if the printer will print any data before an IGP/PGL command is received.•

Submenu 93Ignore CharacterIgnore ModeThis parameter instructs the IGP/PGL to ignore the character selected under the Select Character menu.• Disable.

94Chapter 4 IGP/VGL EmulationIGP/VGL EmulationThe IGP/VGL emulation can be configured either through the printer’s front panel or from the host compu

Submenu 95SFCC & PwrupThis option has several suboptions which define the SFCC and power-up configuration used with IGP/VGL.SFCC This option selec

96Chapter 4 IGP/VGL EmulationPower Up ^F• Disable. The default.• Enable. Selects free format mode as the power-up default, and selects the graphics m

Submenu 97True Vert 1/10• Enable. A vertical 1/10 of an inch parameter is used as 1/10 of an inch. Rounding occurs to the nearest 1/72 of an inch. Thi

98Chapter 4 IGP/VGL EmulationDark Barcode• Disable. Dark mode printing will only occur if the dark mode command is sent before the bar code command.•

Submenu 99Absorb After ^PN• Disable. All line terminators that immediately follow the ^PN command are sent to the printer and processed.• Enable. All