The Ibm 6400 Printer Family - IBM 6400 Setup Manual

Chapter 1

The IBM 6400 Printer Family

The IBM 6400 Printer Family
The IBM 6400 series consist of 500, 1000, 1500, and 2000 lines per minute
(lpm) models and are packaged in various configurations. All of the models
offer software versatility and the latest refinements in line matrix printing
technology. The print mechanisms are housed in sound-insulated cabinets
which make the printer family among the quietest printers in the world.
Additionally, your printer has a flexible architecture that allows you to add new
features and emulations as they become available.
LinePrinter Plus
Epson
Proprinter
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PGL
optional upgrades. No matter what emulation is installed, your printer is easy
to use. The message display and lights on the control panel communicate
with you directly and clearly. You can select every function on your printer at
the control panel, or you can send commands from the host computer.
The printer combines the use of Flash, RAM, and nonvolatile RAM for
program execution. The Flash is used for all program, font, and emulation
storage. New fonts, emulations, or program updates can be downloaded to
Flash memory via the parallel or serial interface, or through the PrintNet
interface. The RAM is used for buffers, print image storage, and execution
variables. The non-volatile RAM stores configuration, statistics, and internal
parameters.
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is the standard emulation. LinePrinter Plus includes the
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FX-1050, Printronix P-Series, P-Series XQ, Serial Matrix and
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III XL emulations. Coax/Twinax, IPDS
and IGP/VGL graphics enhancement emulations are available as
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TM
, ANSI and the IGP /
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