Epson 5000 - Manual (Page 91)

Condensed printing
Condensed printing reduces the size of characters to
approximately 60 percent of their normal width, allowing
more characters to fit on a line. This is useful for spreadsheets
and other applications where you need to print the maximum
amount of information on a page.
You can condense 10 cpi, 12 cpi, and proportional spacing
using software commands or your application program. You
cannot condense 15-cpi printing. The printout below shows
condensed 10 and 12-cpi printing.
This is condensed 10 cpi printing.
This is condensed 12 cpi printing.
Data Dump Mode
Data dump mode is a special feature that allows experienced
users to find the cause of communication problems between
the printer and computer. In data dump mode, the printer
produces an exact printout of the codes it receives.
To use data dump mode, follow these steps:
1. Make sure the printer is off.
2. Hold down both the LF/FF and LOAD/EJECT buttons while
you turn on the printer.
3. Load the paper.
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