HP GL/2 manual Driver Installation

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4 Driver Installation

Note: Ensure you are logged into Windows with proper administrative privileges to install a driver.

1.Remove any previous versions of this print driver as described in the Driver Removal section below.

2.Start Windows 2000/XP/2003.

3.Either Download from the web (http://www.xerox.com) or Insert the CD ROM containing this driver into your workstation’s drive. Select your language and unzip your driver file (typically accomplished by double-clicking on the self-extracting file). Write down the directory into which you extracted the files for later use.

4.On your workstation’s desktop, click “Start”,”Settings”, and “Printers” to open the “Printers” window.

5.From the “Printers” window, double-click on the Add Printer icon.

6.If the “Add Printer Wizard” introduction screen displays, click Next.

7.Click on the Local printer radio button, unless you will be printing through a network server, in which case you should select “Network Printer”. Deselect (uncheck) the “Automatically detect …” check box in Windows 2000/XP Pro. Click Next.

Note: If you selected Network Printer (or Network Printer Server), you will have to click Browse to open up the applicable network directories and sub-directories to locate your printer’s server. Then skip to step 11.

8.When the “Select the Printer Port” window displays, do one of the following:

oSelect an XES TCP/IP port form the displayed list and click Next. If you do not have an available XES TCP/IP port, cancel this installation and refer to “Creating a Printer Port” in these Release Notes.

9.When the “Manufacturers and Printers” window displays, click Have Disk… and enter the path to the driver files you extracted in step 3. Click OK.

10.From the displayed list of printers, select your printer (Wide Format Print System 721p, for example) and click Next.

11.Select either Yes or No to make this printer your default windows printers. Choose Yes if you will be printing primarily to this printer from your windows applications. Click Next.

12.When the Printer Sharing window displays, select Do not share this printer, unless the printer is directly connected to your workstation and you wish to share it with other network users. Click Next.

13.If the printer is power on and capable of communicating with your workstation, when prompted to print a test page select Yes.

14.Click Finish.

15.Verify that an icon representing your printer is now displayed in your desktop “Printers” window.

FreeFlow AccXES 2000/XP/2003 HP-GL/2 Printer Driver Customer Release Notes

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Contents Page Table of Contents Trademark Acknowledgements File Version Description Release ContentModel and language Self-extracting zip file name FreeFlow Accxes HP-GL/2 Printer Driver for 2000/XP/2003 Issue Description Problem ResolutionDriver Installation Page Creating a Printer Port Removing from Windows Driver RemovalSelect Printers Folder/File/Server Properties Net Port Monitor RemovalALL Applications Known IssuesAccounting Autocad LT Microsoft Power PointWindows Windows XPAdobe Acrobat Reader Microsoft ProjectMicrosoft Word Spicer Imagination2006 USA

GL/2 specifications

HP GL/2, or Hewlett-Packard Graphics Language Version 2, is a printer control language widely used in large format printing. This technology is particularly prevalent in the fields of architecture, engineering, and construction, where precision and detailed outputs are critical. Developed in the late 1980s, HP GL/2 was designed to provide an efficient and versatile way to manage graphical data while ensuring compatibility with various devices and applications.

One of the main features of HP GL/2 is its ability to handle vector graphics, which are essential for high-resolution prints needed in technical drawings and large format posters. Unlike raster graphics, which can lose quality when scaled, vector images maintain their integrity regardless of zoom level. This makes HP GL/2 a preferred choice for professionals who rely on complex illustrations and schematics.

Another significant characteristic of HP GL/2 is its efficient file processing. The language is designed to minimize the amount of data required to convey intricate images. By utilizing commands to instruct printers on how to render graphics, HP GL/2 greatly reduces the size of print files compared to other formats that store pixel data. This efficiency not only saves storage space but also accelerates the printing process, allowing users to complete projects more quickly.

HP GL/2 supports a range of technologies, including color rendering and pen plotting. It is compatible with numerous HP printers and plotters, ensuring seamless integration into existing workflows. The language supports various pen widths and colors, making it ideal for producing high-quality prints that require detail and accuracy. Furthermore, HP GL/2 can handle complex line drawings and images, accommodating a variety of line styles and fills that are essential for technical documentation.

Flexibility is another hallmark of HP GL/2. It accommodates different output devices, which means users can print on a wide range of media, from standard paper to specialty materials like vinyl and canvas. This versatility allows for creative freedom while maintaining the high standards that professionals expect from their prints.

In summary, HP GL/2 is a robust graphics language that combines efficiency, precision, and flexibility. With its focus on vector graphics and support for a variety of output devices, it has become an essential tool in the world of large format printing. As technology continues to evolve, the enduring relevance of HP GL/2 in various industries highlights its foundational role in the printing landscape.
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