Compaq 5525B, 5532, 5531 user manual Printer Overview, Printer Family

1 Introduction

Printer Overview

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

The Printer Family

The Compaq series of line matrix printers consist of 500, 1000, and 1500 lines per minute (lpm) models packaged in various configurations. All of the models offer software versatility and the latest refinements in line matrix printing technology. The print mechanisms are housed in sound-insulated cabinets which make the printer family among the quietest printers in the world.

Most line matrix printers have specialized architectures, which enable the printer to emulate, or behave like, another printer. These specialized architectures are restricted. Your printer, however, has a flexible architecture that allows new features and emulations to be added as they become available.

PCL® -II is the standard emulation. LinePrinter Plus® is also included with each printer. LinePrinter Plus includes the Epson® FX-1050, Printronix® P-Series, and IBM® Proprinter® III XL emulations. The IGP® /PGL® and IGP/VGL graphics enhancement emulations are available 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.

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