2.2Block Diagram
Figure 2.1 shows a block diagram of the PrintPartner 20W printers.
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PrintPartner
Software
Printer driver MarkVision
PPMENU
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Parallel interface
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RAM card
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RAM card
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Printer mechanism
Multifunction feeder
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Printing mechanism
Halogen lamp (fuser)
AC power supply
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Figure 2.1 Printer block diagram
(1)Printer
The printer consists of a main controller, a control panel, a printer mechanism, a mechanism controller, paper feeding mechanisms including paper feeders, a power supply, and covers.
The printing mechanism consists of a laser unit, a print unit (photoconductive drum, developing magnet roller, precharger), a toner bottle, a transfer charger, and a fuser unit.