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Q94771: Use Epson FX-80 Driver with Star SG-10 Printer

Article: Q94771
Product(s): Microsoft Windows 95.x Retail Product
Version(s): WINDOWS:3.1,3.11
Operating System(s): 
Keyword(s): 
Last Modified: 07-DEC-1999

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The information in this article applies to:

- Microsoft Windows versions 3.1, 3.11 
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SUMMARY
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Although the Star Micronics model SG-10 printer is not a supported printer in
Windows 3.1, it is possible to configure this printer so it prints correctly.
Setting the printer to use the IBM character set and using the Epson FX-80
printer driver allows this printer to print correctly in Windows.

MORE INFORMATION
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Setting the IBM Character Set
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The print modes of the SG-10 are changed, with DIP switches located on the right
side of the printer. There are two banks of switches. The rear bank contains
eight switches, designated 1-1 through 1-8, from back to front. The forward bank
contains four switches, designated 2-1 through 2-4, from back to front.

The SG-10 prints correctly when all switches excluding switch 2-2 are in the up
position. Switch 2-2 must be down. White horizontal bands will appear through
text and graphics if switch 2-2 is left in the up position.

The Star Micronics products included here are manufactured by vendors independent
of Microsoft; we make no warranty, implied or otherwise, regarding these
products' performance or reliability.


Additional query words: 3rdparty 3.10 3.11

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Keywords          :  
Technology        : kbWin3xSearch kbZNotKeyword3 kbWin310 kbWin311
Version           : WINDOWS:3.1,3.11

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