## Understanding the Local Printer Settings Utility

The Local Printer Settings Utility, a printer configuration utility, gives you the ability to change and save printer settings on a locally (USB and Parallel) connected printer. These user default settings remain in effect until you make another selection and apply it, or until you restore the original printer settings (called factory default settings). The settings are organized according to menu, much like a printer control panel.

You can directly apply the new changes. You can also save these changes in a command file for future distribution by using the Save As Command File option. Your settings affect all print jobs. Use the printer driver to change settings for individual print jobs.

Make sure you have the following installed:

- Enhanced Communication Software, which you can install from the Software and Documentation CD. This software includes bidirectional support that allows two-way communication between the printer and the printer software.

- A supported printer driver with bidirectional support enabled

Note: Some settings listed in this document may not be available for all printers. The Local Printer Settings Utility settings correspond to specific printer features. See the user's guide that came with the printer for information on which features the printer supports.