Introduction; Printer Overview; Printronix P7000 Series Printers - Printronix P7010 User Manual

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Printer Overview

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

Printronix P7000 Series Printers

The Printronix
feature PSA3
models (see Table 1 on page 12) are packaged in various configurations that
offer software versatility and the latest refinements in printing technology. The
print mechanisms are housed in sound-insulated cabinets which make the
printer among the quietest line matrix 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
Epson
Proprinter
®
IGP
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.
The printer model numbers indicate physical configuration and printing speed.
Model numbers beginning with P70 indicate pedestal models. Model numbers
beginning with P72 indicate cabinet models. The final two digits in the model
number (except for P7080 and P7280) refer to the printer's maximum speed
in lines per minute (lpm): 02 for 200 lpm, 03 for 300 lpm, 05 for 500 lpm,
06 for 600 lpm, 10 for 1000 lpm, 15 for 1500 lpm, and 20 for 2000 lpm.

Introduction

®
P7000 Series Printers are the latest line matrix printers to
™
(Printronix System Architecture, third generation). All printer
®
is the standard emulation. LinePrinter Plus includes the
®
FX-1050, Printronix P-Series, P-Series XQ, Serial Matrix and
®
III XL emulations. Coax/Twinax, IPDS
®
/PGL , and IGP/VGL graphics enhancement emulations are available
®
TM
, ANSI , LG, PCL2,
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