Epson LX-86TM Printer User Manual


 
affect your system if possible.
You can also POKE the problem
codes directly to the printer port.
Seven- bit computers cannot
use the eighth pin (12 8). If you
have a seven-bit computer and
any of your graphics data
numbers are larger than 127,
change the design so that all
numbers are less than 128.
Be sure that no other commands
or carriage returns come between
the graphics command and its
data. See Chapter 9.
Printer “freezes” in graphics The printer expects a certain
mode.
number of pin patterns, deter-
mined by n
l
and n
2
. It will wait
patiently until the quota is full.
Note that 9-pin graphics mode
requires two bytes for each col-
umn of graphics.
Can’t get a full page in width. Some systems require a WIDTH
statement. See your system docu-
mentation.
Problems with paper feeding or If a self-adhesive label comes off
irregular darkness of printing.
of the backing, it may stick be-
hind the platen and cause prob-
lems with paper feeding and
printing. If this happens, take
your LX-86 to a qualified service
person; do not attempt to re-
move the label yourself.
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