Instrument Functions: P - Z
Print
4.3.2 Print Setup
Displays the functions that specify a particular printer and control its output.
Key Path:
Front-panel key
Remote Command:
There is no remote command for this key.
4.3.2.1 Printer Setup
Enables you to define a printer by selecting its printer language and color capability.
Supported printers are equipped with a parallel interface. (A supported printer is one that
accepts Printer Control Language Level 3 or 5). Your printer language can be found in its
documentation or in the specifications found on the manufacturer's web page.
PCL3 printers include most HP DeskJet printers.
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PCL5 printers include most HP LaserJet printers.
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The table below lists some current Hewlett-Packard printers and their settings.
Printer Models
HP DeskJet 310
HP DeskJet 320
HP DeskJet 400
HP DeskJet 670C, 672C, 680C, 682C
HP DeskJet 720C, 722C
HP DeskJet 600C, 660C, 670C, 680C, 690C
HP DeskJet 820C
HP DeskJet 840C, 850C, 870C, 890C, 895C
HP DeskJet 935C, 990C
HP DeskJet 1120C
HP LaserJet 4L, 4P
HP LaserJet 5, 5L, 5M, 5P, 5MP, 5N
HP LaserJet 6, 6L, 6M, 6P, 6MP
HP Professional Series 2500CM
HP DesignJet 755CM
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Language Type
Color Capable
PCL3
yes
PCL3
yes
PCL3
yes
PCL3
yes
Windows only (not compatible)
PCL3
yes
Windows only (not compatible)
PCL3
yes
PCL3
yes
PCL3
yes
PCL5
no
PCL5
no
PCL5
no
PCL3
yes
PCL5
yes
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