Introduction; Features - C.ITOH 1550S EP User Manual

INTRODUCTION
MODEL l550S/SC EP PRINTER
1.1 Features
The l550S/SC EP is a sophisticated compact dot matrix printer which can greatly enhance the printout
capability and control flexibility for your computer system.
It is designed for high compatibility, fast printing (180 characters per second).
A precision 9-wire print head will produce high resolution characters in a variety of printing modes: 132
characters per line in the standard mode, 218 characters per line in the compressed mode, 66 or 109 double-
width characters per line in the standard mode or compressed mode respectively.
Main features of the printer also include:
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Full 96 ASCII characters with descenders.
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Extended character sets of international languages.
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Subscript, superscript, and underline.
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Programmable graphics.
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Double-size characters.
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Double-strike (enhanced) printing.
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Extensive line feed control.
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Standard 2K buffer, optionally expandable.
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Hex Dump Function.
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Self Test Function.
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Color print capability (M-1550SC EP only)
In the case of an IBM PC (XT), or its equivalent, the printer is to be connected to the computer through
a printer adapter card or through another adapter card which is good for connecting the printer and a
monochrome display as well. The interface cable, in that case, should have a 25-pin D-shell connector on
its end toward the computer and a 36-pin connector on its end toward the printer.
IBM is a trademark of International Business Machines Corp.
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