Outline - Star SP500 SERIES User Manual

The SP500 Series Serial Impact Dot Matrix Printer is designed for use with
electronic instruments such as POS, banking equipment, computer peripheral
equipment, etc.
The major features of the SP500 series are as follows:
1. Bi-directional printing at approx. 4 lines/sec.
2. Serial interface or parallel interface.
3. The data buffer allows the unit to receive print data even during printing.
4. Peripheral unit drive circuit enables control of external devices such as cash
drawers.
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1. Outline

M D 42
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No. of print columns
42 : 42 columns (16.9 CPI)
Interface
D : Serial interface (RS-232C)
C : Parallel interface
Paper feed
M : Friction paper feed method
Mechanism
2 : Single color, 42 columns (16.9 CPI)
Printer type
1 : Tear bar type
4 : Auto cutter equipped type
SP500 series printer