Introduction; Printer Overview; The Printer Family - Printronix P5005B User Manual

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Printer Overview

This chapter provides a general overview of your printer and the
conventions used within this manual.

The Printer Family

The Printronix
and 2400 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
includes the Epson
Serial Matrix and Proprinter
IPDS
enhancement emulations are available as 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.

Introduction

®
P5000 series consists of 500, 1000, 1500, 2000,
®
is the standard emulation. LinePrinter Plus
®
FX-1050, Printronix P-Series, P-Series XQ,
®
® ®
TM
, ANSI and the IGP
III XL emulations. Coax/Twinax,
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/PGL and IGP/VGL graphics
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