Standard Capabilities; Host Computer Interfaces; Printer Emulations - IBM 6500 User Manual

Standard Capabilities

The 6500-v printer family has the following general characteristics:
v A broad range of print speeds in both cabinet and pedestal models
v Support of similar features across the entire product line to allow maximum
flexibility in matching the printer to the requirements
v Energy Star compliant
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The following sections summarize the standard capabilities of the IBM 6500-v
printers.

Host Computer Interfaces

v RS 232 Serial
v RS 422 Serial
v PC Parallel
v Dataproducts Parallel
v Ethernet Interface
v IEEE 1284
Coax/Twinax features are available with this printer:
v IBM Coax/Twinax

Printer Emulations

Each emulation provides a different set of configuration menus, control codes, and
character sets. The following printer emulations (or protocols) are standard, and
selectable at the operator panel:
v Proprinter III XL Emulation
v Epson FX Emulation
v P-Series Printer Emulation
v P-Series XQ Variant Printer Emulation
v Serial Matrix Printer Emulation
Proprinter III XL and Epson FX Emulations: The Proprinter III XL and Epson FX
emulations are industry standard printer emulations.
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Chapter 1. Printer Overview