Downloading Plot Data - Roland DXY_1350 User Manual

Downloading
Plot Data
Plot data is sent from the host computer (the program) to the DXY and plotted out.
Make the settings described below to match the program that you're using.
This example describes the general values for output (plotting). If you need detailed information about output
methods, please see the documentation for the software you're using.
Outputting Data from a Windows-based Program
When you are asked to select a printer, choose the DXY-1350A or DXY-1150A driver. At the driver setup screen,
make the setting for paper size, pen type, and so on.
Connecting with a Serial Cable
For the driver's port setting, set Flow control to [Hardware.]
For more information about other communication parameters, see "About the Settings for
Communication Parameters."
Setup Screen for Windows 95
Selecting the Instruction Set
If you're using the driver for the DXY-1350A/1150A, select RD-GL I as the instruction set. See
"DIP Switches" for information on how to make this setting.
Outputting Data from an MS-DOS-based Program
When outputting data from a program, make the settings for the values described below.
Sample Application Software Output Device Selection Screen
Select DXY-1350A, or DXY-
1150A. If these selections are
not available, choose any
model in the DXY series. Also,
if RD-GL II has been selected
as the instruction set, choose
either the DPX series, GRX
series, or GSX series.
Select either the parallel
(Centronics) or the serial (RS-
232C) interface. Choose the one
that the host computer and the
DXY are connected by.
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Output device selection
Device name
DXY-1350A
DXY-1350A
DXY-1150A
DXY-1350
DXY-1250
Interface
Centronics
RS-232C
RS-232C
Setup Screen for Windows 3.1
Paper size
A3
A3
A4
RD-GL I
DXY-GL
RD-GL II
OK
Select the paper
size you will use.
Select the
instruction set to
be used.