Lexmark 2500+ Series - Adjusting Character (Bidirectional) Alignment

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Unplug the printer power cord, and then plug it again to
the electrical outlet.
Notes:
• If the control panel light sequence returns, then
contact Customer Support.
• If you need help locating the nearest service
representative, then visit
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Adjusting character (bidirectional) alignment
Occasionally, you may want to adjust the character alignment (also called bidirectional alignment) on your printer. The
following steps show how to adjust the alignment of the print wires.
Notes:
• Make sure continuous forms are loaded in the printer.
• Make sure the factory default setting for the Uni‑Dir Printing menu option is set to Off (bidirectional).
• Make sure the default macro is set to Disabled. For more information, see “Forms Macro options” on page 50.
1 Press and hold Start/Stop for five seconds.
2 Open the control panel cover to access layer 2.
3 Press and hold Pitch, and then press Start/Stop.
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