Overview; The Configurations - IBM 6400 Setup Manual

Overview

Configuration directly affects printer operation. Do not try to change
the configuration of your printer until you are thoroughly familiar with
the procedures in this chapter.
In order to print data, the printer must respond correctly to signals and
commands received from the host computer. Configuration is the process of
matching the printer operating characteristics to those of the host computer and
to specific tasks, such as printing labels, or printing on different sizes of paper.
The characteristics that define the printer response to signals and commands
received from the host computer are called configuration parameters.
You can configure the printer by pressing operator panel keys or by sending
control codes from the host computer. This chapter explains how to use the
operator panel to change individual parameters and save them as a custom
configuration.
Operator panel keys are described in the 6400 Operator's Guide.
Your programmer's reference manuals provide information about control
codes.

The Configurations

A configuration consists of a group of parameters, such as line spacing,
forms length, etc. Your printer contains the following configurations:
Four preloaded configurations that have been customized for printer
setup.
The factory default configuration. It can be loaded, but it cannot be
altered. A list of all the parameters and their values begins on page 3–10.
Four configurations that you can customize for unique print job
requirements. Page 3–18 explains how to create customized
configurations.
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