Genicom 3600 - Manual (Page 30)

3600 Printer Maintenance Manual
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Serial Port Settings
Parameter Settings Description
Baud Rate 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600,
19,200 The rate, in bits per second (bps) at
which the host exchanges data with
the printer.
Parity Even, Odd, None Checks each transmitted character for
errors.
Protocol Intermec, XON/XOFF,
XON/XOFF with status The type of network used to connect
the printer, the host, and the rest of
the data collection system. Intermec
protocol includes Standard, Polling
Mode D, and Multi-Drop protocols.
Device
Address A to Z,
0 to 5 Unique address for each device
connected using Multi-Drop protocol.
Test and
Service Test Prints, Data Line
Print, Cloning, Selective
Transfer, Memory Reset Provides printer diagnostics to the
host and prints test labels.
Printing
Regardless of your computer setup, you can use several methods to download
information to print labels. This section describes different ways you can
communicate with the printer. Refer to the 3600 User’s Manual for detailed
information.
Note: Remember that these factors affect print quality: correct media, media sensitivity
setting, print speed, and correct bar code orientation.
Using Label Debut
If you are using a point-to-point (printer-to-PC) connection to communicate
with the printer, the printer parameters can be easily set using the DOS-based
software package Label Debut. The Label Debut prompting screens assist you
in designing, printing, and editing labels. Refer to the Label Debut User’s Manual
for more detailed information.
Using Third-Party Software
Your customer may be using third-party software to create label formats and
convert graphics into a UDC format that the 3600 printer can interpret. You can
use the same software to set the printer parameters.