I bought an ImageWriter II and an ImageWriter LQ. What are the DIP switch settings for these printers?

While a number of settings are the same; there are some differences between IW-II and IW-II LQ in DIP switch settings as well as which DIP switches are present. Unless there is a note attached or a setting is labeled "IW-II" or "'LQ", the indicated setting applies to both printers. IW-II DIP switches are located near the left front side, inside the printer. Lift the cover to get access. 'LQ DIP switches are located near the left rear of the printer under the rear cover. When changing switches, power should be OFF. ImageWriter II & II LQ DIP Switch Settings In Imagewriter manuals, "SW-1" refers to DIP switch module 1. Each such module has several individually numbered switches. For example SW-1 #5 refers to switch #5 on the SW-1 module. When a switch is UP (pointing toward the back of the printer) it is open or OFF. When a switch is DOWN (pointing toward the front of the printer) it is closed or ON. When a setting is labeled "usual" this refers to the usual setting at the time a ...  more