Using The Manual - Epson FX-80 User Manual

"Okay,
I'll
spend some time learning how to set up the printer, but
why should I bother with the advanced features when I can simply
buy programs that will control them for me?" Because whenever a
new printer comes on the market, it takes time for the professional
programmers to develop applications programs utilizing the ad-
vanced features. And even more important, if and when the program
of your dreams finally becomes available, it will likely require some
customization to meet your EXACT needs. So learning how to con-
trol your FX-80 now will enable you to fully exploit the applications
programs as they roll in. In the meantime, you can take advantage of
your printer's capabilities.
Using the Manual
Now that you've decided to take the plunge, you're in for a treat.
Helping you learn how to use the FX-80 to its fullest is one of the places
where we really shine. This manual will take you on a carefully
planned guided tour of the various features of the FX-80 printer. You
can learn just how to use your computer to control the printer for a
variety of applications.
This manual can be used as a reference, a tutorial study guide, or
some combination thereof. The key is flexibility; the manual can be
different things to different people:
Those of you who want to use the printer for one simple application
(like listing BASIC programs or doing simple word processing) need
only Chapter 1, the Appendixes, and a knowledge of the program you
are using. If you decide to learn about the advanced features of the
printer at a later time, fine. The lessons will be waiting for you.
For those who prefer to roll up their sleeves and see how the printer
works firsthand, we've used sample programs to demonstrate each of
the printer features.
For those who only want a quick and easy reference, the compre-
hensive Table of Contents, set of Appendixes, and Index provide
ready access to information.
For computer professionals and other "experienced users" who sim-
ply can't wait to find out what the printer will do (regardless of the
consequences), we have a special section entitled "One Easy Lesson."
It gets you up and running fast, then turns you loose on a program
that demonstrates several of the printer's features. This program, the
Appendixes, and the Quick Reference Card will bring you quickly up
to speed.
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