Zebra Technologies EPL2 - Manual (Page 17)

Programming Mode
Configuration
Flash based printers are, by default, configured
for Page (EPL2) mode operations. The opera-
tor must convert the printer to Line Mode prior
to the initial use of Line Mode. This is done via a
hardware select procedure with the Feed button
during printer power-up. See the OEPL1 com-
mand (page 3-75) for details on switching be-
tween line and page modes via programming.
As of January 2001, the following printers sup-
port Line Mode (EPL1 emulation):
· 2443
· 2722
· 2824
· 2844
The Line Mode (and Page Mode) configuration set-
ting is retained after reset has been issued or power
has been cycled.
Manually Setting
Line Mode
The Line Mode capable printer utilizes the Feed
button during printer power-up to toggle be-
tween the printer personality modes, Line and
Page (EPL2).
1. With printer power off, press and hold the
Feed button while turning the printer on, then
release the button when the LED starts blinking
red.
2. When the indicator LED starts flashing green,
immediately press and hold Feed button.
3. Release the Feed button when the LED turns
a steady Amber (orange).
4. Verify printer personality with Dump Mode
printout:. Line Mode or Page Mode (EPL2).
5. Press the Feed button to exit the Dump
Mode.
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