Printer Configuration - CognitiveTPG A799 Programming Manual

Revision D 12/09

Printer configuration

Printers are shipped with all the functions and parameters preset at the factory. Settings for various printer parameters
can be changed. This menu is printed on the receipt and scrolls through instructions for selecting and changing any of the
functions or parameters.
Note: When changing the paper type you will either need to send the "Set paper type" (1D 81 mn) command or make
a selection in the configuration menu.
Caution: Be extremely careful changing any of the printer settings to avoid inadvertently changing other settings that
might affect the performance of the printer.
The following functions and parameters can be changed in the scrolling configuration menu (except as noted):
• Communication Interfaces
RS-232C serial interface (25-pin)
Universal serial bus (USB)/RS232 Serial (9-pin)
Ethernet
Powered USB
• RS-232C serial interface settings
Baud rate
Data bits (can not be changed)
Stop bits (can not be changed)
Parity (can not be changed)
Hardware (DTR/DSR) or software (XON/XOFF)
flow control
Data reception errors
Alternate DTR/DSR
• Diagnostic Modes
Normal
Datascope
Receipt test
• Printer Emulations
Native mode
A794 emulation
A793 emulation
LEGACY emulation
Chapter 2: Diagnostics and Configuration
• Printer settings and functions
Emulation/Software options submenu
Printer ID mode
Default lines per inch
Carriage return usage
Default font
Font size
Hardware options submenu
Color density
Monochrome print density
Power supply wattage (max power)
Knife option
Partial cut distance
Paper low sensor
Paper width
Printhead setting
For more information about See this section
Using the configuration menu "Configuring the printer"
to configure the printer
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