Inside This Manual - HP Color LaserJet 5500 Technical Reference Manual

Inside This Manual

What You Can Learn
Printer Job Language (PJL) was developed by
Hewlett-Packard to provide a method for switching printer
From This Manual
languages at the job level, and for status readback between
the printer and the host computer. PJL offers application
programs an efficient way to remotely control
Hewlett-Packard printers. Using PJL, developers can
provide applications with the ability to programmatically
switch printer languages, monitor printer status, request
the printer model and configuration, change control panel
default settings, modify control panel messages, and more.
This manual is written for experienced users such as
application developers and technical support personnel.
Before using PJL commands, programmers should be
familiar with the introductory information in Chapters 1, 2,
and 3, and with the programming tips in Chapter 10. In
addition, users of this manual should be acquainted with
the HP LaserJet printer language (PCL) and with LaserJet
printer features.
Application
This PJL Technical Reference Manual provides developers
with all the information necessary to add PJL to their
Developers
applications. Examples are used throughout the manual to
help developers write efficient and properly functioning code.
Technical Support
This manual provides reference information for network
administrators and other technical support personnel who
Personnel
manage multi-user systems. PJL provides the potential for
significantly enhancing network printer operation.
Non-Technical Users
Non-technical users can use the features of PJL by using
HP Explorer Software, or by using software that supports
PJL. Since improperly used PJL commands can cause
problems in a network situation, inexperienced users are
advised against using PJL commands on any system other
than a dedicated workstation.
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