>A couple other thoughts --
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>When did this start happening -- it sounds as if the problem just occured.

We've never tested this printer with printing from Windows before.

>First, I'd make sure that the cable -- assuming serial or parallel -- is functioning properly. If one of the pins is jammed/broken, or whatever, you'll have a problem. 7 bits is just as good as 0!

I don't think, it's a problem. BTW, the printer is called Mannesman Tally 2045 and it's functional equalent (?sp) of Epson 8000 DFX. We tried to switch mode from the printer itself, but it shows "Menu is locked". We probably have to find its documentation.

>The printer driver is another potential problem. Have you been able to reinstall the original driver? If not, the MS drivers delivered with the OS tend to be as reliable as any (at least compared to HPs).
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Epson DFX driver is used, AFAIK.

>If you've eliminated those issues, you'll simply have to review the printer documentation. Unfortunately, each printer has its own setup both in hardware and firmware -- hence the need for printer drivers <bg>. If you don't have the documentation, you may be able to find references on the web.


I think, we'd better try to print our label in text mode. Any suggestions in this direction?

Thanks again for your response.