Val,
A brief look at the Epson web site seemed to indicate it could be the
cable between the computer and printer and suggested trying a different
cable. But this would be if ALL DOS programs did not print right. So
try testing other DOS programs.
DOS does not recognize USB addresses for printers so if you use a USB
cable to connect a printer to the computer, you need to convert the job
to PDF then print as you suggested.
Bill
Valerie Sutton wrote:
> SignWriting List
> August 21, 2001
>
> Dear Agnes from France:
> I am posting my answer to your questions to the SignWriting List, so
> that they can learn too...You are welcome to join the SignWriting
> List anytime, Agnes..or perhaps you are already a member? Feel free
> to introduce yourself...We would love to hear about your work with
> SignWriting in France....Val ;-)
>
> QUESTION:
> >>I write to you because I have a big problem to print with your
> >>program SignWriter.In a first time I have downloaded SignWriter 4.3
> >>and I had Windows 98 and an Epson Stylus Color 640 (printer). In
> >>this time all works perfectly. In may 2001 I change my PC and I
> >>have Windows ME and a new printer (Epson Stylus Photo 790). I try
> >>with SignWriter 4.3 & 4.4., it doesn't work. I only have some
> >>stranges letters printed. I try the 2 programs with Windows 98, but
> >>it is the same problem. Is it a problem with my printer who does
> >>not recognize your program? because the rest of the program works
> >>good. Thanks for care for my problem, I know you are a very busy
> >>person, but i
> >will be very pleased to have a response to my mail. Agnès Belzunce
>
> ANSWER:
> OK. I have two suggestions.
>
> 1. It seems that the big difference was the change of your printer.
> It sounds like your new printer, the Epson Stylus Photo 790, is not
> configured correctly to print with SignWriter. Do you have a manual
> that came with your printer?
>
> 2. Do not use 4.3. That is out of date. Use SW 4.4. With SW 4.4, you
> will be able to print "to a postscript file", and then, create a PDF
> file. PDF files are more universal, and can print on any modern
> printer...so printing problems can be solved by creating PDF files.
>
> So I will now send you some instructions, Agnes, privately, to help
> you configure your printer properly.
>
> If there is anyone else on the SW List who is having similar printing
> problems, please write and I will be happy to help. Or perhaps
> Stefan, Jerry, Angus or Bill can too!
>
> All the best -
> --
>
> Val ;->
>
> -----------------------------
>
> Valerie Sutton
>
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