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Star Micronics lC-10 User Manual

Star Micronics lC-10
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LC-IO
COLOUR PRINTER
USERS MANUAL
NOT INTENDED FOR SALE
PN 8082025 I

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Star Micronics lC-10 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandStar Micronics
ModellC-10
CategoryPrinter
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Features of the Printer

Extensive Software Support

Explains compatibility with various software programs for enhanced functionality.

Setting Up the Printer

Loading Single Sheets

Loading and Parking Fanfold Forms

Test Printing

DIP Switch Settings

Chapter 2 Control Panel Operations

Switches and Indicators

Overview of the four control panel switches and their functions.

On Line Switch

Explains how the On Line switch controls printer status and pausing.

Chapter 3 Using the Printer with Commercial Software

Installing Your Software

Guides on installing software to ensure proper printer compatibility and setup.

Setting the DIP Switches

Details how to configure printer settings using DIP switches for compatibility.

Embedding Printer Commands

Using special commands within documents to control printer features.

Chapter 4 Using the Printer with DOS and BASIC

Programming the Printer with DOS Commands

Using DOS commands like PRINT, COPY, or TYPE for printing files.

Programming the Printer with BASIC

Examples of using BASIC programs to control printer functions and output.

Chapter 5 Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Replacing the Print Head

Detailed instructions for replacing the printer's print head assembly.

Troubleshooting

Printer Not Printing

Troubleshooting steps for issues where the printer fails to print.

Faint or Unclear Printing

Addresses issues of light, incomplete, or unclear print quality.

Printer Commands Ignored

Troubleshooting incorrect command execution, often related to DIP switch settings.

Graphics Printing Problems

Tips for resolving graphics printing issues, including software and DIP switch checks.

Appendix A Technical Specifications

Printing Mechanism

Details the printer's physical printing method, speed, and head specifications.

Interface and Emulation

Describes the printer's interface compatibility and emulation modes.

DIP Switches

Information on the printer's DIP switches and their functions.

Bit-Image Graphics

Details the resolutions and densities supported for bit-image graphics printing.

Type Styles and Pitches

Print Pitches

Lists available print pitches like Pica, Elite, Condensed, and Proportional.

Appendix B Printer Control Commands

Font Control Commands

Commands for selecting and modifying font styles and quality.

Select NLQ Type Style

Commands to choose between various near-letter-quality type styles.

Character Size and Pitch Commands

Horizontal Position Commands

Set Left Margin

Commands to set the left margin position in columns based on character pitch.

Graphics Commands

Download Character Commands

Appendix C Download Character Generator

Draft Character

Explains the process of creating and defining draft quality custom characters.

NLQ Character

Explains the process of creating and defining near-letter-quality custom characters.

Appendix D Character Sets

LC-10 Colour Printer Reference Card

Power-Up Functions

Explains special functions activated by holding panel switches during power-on.

Switch Combination Functions

Details additional functions accessed by pressing multiple control panel switches simultaneously.

DIP Switches

Print Pitch Selection

Command Summary in Numeric Order

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