If you select super/subscript, the character box now has 16 (high) x 7

(wide) dot positions for draft characters, or 16 x 23 dot positions for LQ characters. Each dot is represented by two adjacent solid blocks, occupying its own position and the position to the right. This reflects the fact that the

printer still cannot print horizontally adjacent dots, but that even skipping every other dot, the dots appear joined when printed.

The file created by this program contains the following printer com- mands:

1. < ESC > “:” <O> <O> <O> (standardmode)or <FS> “:” <O>

<0 > < 0 > (IBM mode) to copy the printer’s regular characters into

download memory. If you leave a download character undefined, the regular character will be printed.

2.< ESC > “x” < 0 > or < ESC > “x” < 1 > to select draft or letter quality.

3.One <ESC> “&” <O> <cc> <cc> <mO> <ml> <m2> cdl>

. .. command for each character defined. <cc > is the character code,

<m0 > is the left hand space byte, < ml > is the character width byte, and cm2 > is the right hand space byte. <pl > . .. are the <ml > x 3 bytes of dot data.

4.< ESC > “% 1” to enable the printer to print the downloaded characters.

This program is coded in Microsoft BASIC for the IBM-PC.

The WIDTH 255 command in line 1050 means infinite line width and

prevents the computer from inserting unwanted line feeds in the character data. Some versions of BASIC do not need the WIDTH command.

Check your BASIC manual and make any changes necessary.

1000 1***************“~***********11**”**.”******.~***********

1010 '

1020 ' WHNLOAD CHARACTER GENERATOR FOR PI-WIRE PRINTER 1030 '

1040 I**~*~***~*********"****************."~"**********.~.**,*********

1050

WIDTH

"LPT1:",255

:KEY

OFF

:CLS

 

 

 

 

 

 

1060

DIH A(l26), A$(l26), P$(l26), DT(24,42)

:E$=CHR$(27) :F$=CHR$(aa)

1070

sc.(o)=u---------

+---------

 

+

---------

+---------

 

+--"

 

1080

scg(l)i~

+

 

+

+

 

+..

~

 

1090

KEY

l,CHRQ(7)

:KEY

2,CHR$(B)

:KEY

3,CHR$(9)

 

 

1100

KEY

4,CHR$(lO)

:KEY

5,CHR$(ll)

:KEY

B,CHR$(lP)

 

1110

FOR

I=33 TO

126 :A(I)=-1 :NEXT

I

 

 

 

 

 

1120

1------

 

PRINT

HEADING

----------------------------

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

 

1130

LOCATE

1,l

:PRINT

STRING$(25,62);

 

 

 

 

 

1140

PRINT

' DOWNLOAD

CHARACTER

GENERATOR

 

";STRING$(25,60)

1150

1----------------------------------------------------------

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

------

1160

LOCATE 3,l :PRINT "READ CHARACTERS

FROH

EXISTING

FILE?"

1170

SO$="Yes" :Sl$="No"

:S=-1

:PX=4

:PY=l

:GOSUB

2020

:IP S THEN 1470

1160

t------

open

exiating

file

--------------------------------------

 

 

 

 

 

1190

LOCATE 3,l :PRINT STRING$(40,32)

:LCCATE

3,l

 

 

1200

INPUT

"File

name";PI$

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1210

OPEN

FI$ FOR

INPUT

AS

#l

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1220

0-m-s-s

R.,ad

 

ini,--al

 

commands------------------------------------

 

 

 

 

 

1230 I$=INPUT$(3,#1)

 

THEN QUA=1

 

 

 

 

 

 

1240

IF RIGHT$(I$,l)="O"

:GOTO

1260

 

 

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LC24-10 specifications

The Star Micronics LC24-10 is a robust and high-performance dot matrix printer that caters primarily to the needs of businesses requiring reliable and efficient printing solutions. Known for its durability and versatility, the LC24-10 is ideal for environments such as retail, manufacturing, and warehousing, where multi-part forms and continuous printing are crucial.

One of the standout features of the LC24-10 is its ability to handle various paper types and formats. It can print on single-sheet paper, multi-part forms, and labels, making it a versatile choice for myriad applications. The printer supports both standard and custom paper sizes, ensuring it meets the diverse needs of end-users.

In terms of technology, the LC24-10 utilizes a 24-pin print head which offers high-speed and high-quality printing. This print head technology enables the printer to produce sharp and clear characters, even when printing on thick or multi-part media. The printer can reach print speeds of up to 550 characters per second, significantly improving productivity in fast-paced environments.

The LC24-10 is designed with user-friendliness in mind. It features a simple control panel that allows for easy configuration and status monitoring. Additionally, the printer supports a variety of connectivity options, including parallel, serial, and USB interfaces, making it compatible with a wide range of systems and devices. This flexibility allows businesses to integrate the printer seamlessly into their existing operations.

Durability is another key characteristic of the LC24-10. Its rugged design ensures that it can withstand the rigors of busy working environments, with a mean time between failure (MTBF) rated at over 10,000 hours. This reliability translates to less downtime and lower overall maintenance costs for businesses.

Furthermore, the LC24-10 is equipped with advanced features such as a slip-feed mechanism that allows for easy loading of various media types without jamming. It also boasts multiple character sets and emulations, enabling it to cater to different printing needs without compromising on quality.

In summary, the Star Micronics LC24-10 stands out in the world of dot matrix printers due to its robust design, versatility in handling various media, high-speed performance, and user-friendly features. These characteristics make it an excellent choice for businesses that require heavy-duty printing capabilities.