Printer Initialization - Epson FX-80 Operation Manual

2.6 Printer Initialization
Printer initialization is accomplished in one of the three ways described below.
(1) Initialization takes place automatically each time the primary AC power source
is interrupted and reapplied (i.e., by turning the Power Switch OFF and ON).
(2) Initialization may be initiated remotely by activating the INIT signal to the
parallel interface connector.
Upon application of the initialization signal, the following sequence of events
takes place in the printer.
1) The print head returns to its home position.
2) The printer is automatically placed ON-LINE, unless it is out of paper.
3) The print buffer is cleared.
4) The line spacing is set at 1/6 inch.
5) The form length per page is set.
6) The operation mode reverts to the Text mode.
(3) Initialization may be initiated programmably upon input of the ESC
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