Optional Features; Character Formation - Printronix P3000 Series User's Reference Manual

Optional Features

P3000 Series Multinational printer capability and versatility can be enhanced with the options listed
below. For more information, contact an authorized Printronix representative.
Intelligent Graphics Processor (IGP ) – Allows you to create and store forms, generate
logos, bar codes, expanded characters, and other graphics. Forms can be created with a vari-
ety of graphic components and overlayed with alphanumeric and bar code data in a single
pass. Available as a factory–installed or field–installed option. The IGP is a standard fea-
ture for the P3040–12.
IBM Interfaces – Allows P3000 Series printers to attach to coax (PI–3287) or twinax
(PI–5225) systems. Available as a factory–installed or field–installed option.
Special Paint/Labeling – Offers custom cabinet colors or special labels (company logos,
labels,etc.). Available as a factory–installed option.
Maintenance Manual – Covers Theory of Operation, Cleaning, Corrective Maintenance,
Troubleshooting, and Illustrated Parts Breakdown.
Quick Access Cover – For easy printout retrieval. Available on pedestal models only. This
feature is standard for the P3040–12.

Character Formation

The printer generates characters by assembling groups of dots in matrices. Dots overlap to produce a
solid appearing character of uniform density as shown in Figure 1–1. Dot impressions are made by an
assembly of hammers installed on an oscillating shuttle. P3000 Series printers have 34 hammers. The
hammers impact the paper through a moving ink ribbon. Horizontal shuttle movement and vertical
paper advancement combine for precise dot printing to form the character matrix.
Overview
Figure 1–1. Typical Character Formation
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