QMS Magicolor, User Manual

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Introduction
This chapter briefly discusses the different methods of printer
configuration and then explains how to use the control panel to
configure the printer.
Printer Configuration Methods
Controlling the Printer through an Application’s Printer
Driver
The easiest way to control the printer is through your application’s
printer driver. See chapter 3, “Connecting the Printer,” of this
manual and your application documentation for information on
choosing and installing a printer driver. If you print from Windows
or a Macintosh, we recommend you use the QMS-developed
Windows or Macintosh driver shipped with your printer, because
it supports all your printer’s special features.
Controlling the Printer with PS Executive Utilities
The PS Executive Series printer utilities software (shipped with the
printer) provides a way to control the printer from a host. The PS
Executive Series Utilities README file and the on-line
documentation explain how to install and use this software.
Controlling the Printer through Printer Commands
The printer can also be controlled through printer commands:
PostScript operators, HP-GL commands, HP PCL 5C commands,
or QMS Document Option Commands (DOCs). DOCs enable
job-specific printer features or features your application or page
description language can’t access. See QMS Crown Document
Option Commands and HP PCL 5 Emulation Technical Reference
Chapter 4
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