Preface - IBM Selectric II Operating Instructions Manual

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The IBM "Selectric" II Typewriter,
featurina a small, globe-shaped element
containing all type characters, makes
typing fast and easy. The element skims
across the page typing out characters
rapidly and evenly. Because there are
no typebars, type clash has been
eliminated. There is no moving
carriage, therefore eliminating much
Vibration and machine movement. This
actually provides more work area
around your machine.
Type styles can be changed in seconds
by lifting off one element and replacing
it with another. You can also select the
horizontal spacing (pitch)-either 10 or 12
characters per inch. This versatility lets
you select the type style and pitch best
suited t o each typing Job.
Your IBM "Selectric" II Typewriter
offers many features that help make all
typing Jobs easier. The IBM Stroke
Storage System reduces typing errors by
storing the second of t w o rapidly typed
characters until the first is printed out.
All service keys are withi n easy reach
from the keyboard control area, and an
Impression Control lets you adjust the
impact of the typing element to suit
each application.
New features available on the IBM
"Selectric" II Typewriter include the
following:
• Selective Ribbon System lets you
select either the new.exclusive IBM
Tech 111 ribbon or a carbon f i l m
ribbon for a high quality, uniform
image w i t h reduced ribbon changes.
• Express Backspace Key moves the typing
element f r om right to left quickly w i t h o u t
changing the typing line.
• Dual Pitch Lever (Dual Pitch modeis only)
enables you to type either 10 or 12
characters per horizontal inch —
whichever you choose.
• Half Backspace Lever permits typing
halfway between t w o characters or spaces.
(Available on Dual Pitch machines only.)
With the IBM "Selectric" II Typewriter,
you can expect your typing to be
smoother and faster than ever before.
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