The remainingfive bytes (ti throughm9)indicatethe compressionmask bits.Each bitsof thisbyteshowsthe datathat willtranslatethe compressed dot patterndata backto the originalcharacterpattern.

For example, the compressionmask bits of our telephone symbol are olmoooomlw111N301000000wo011000OOSothesebytesare96,. 4,242,0, and 96.

Youmustdefinethe indextabledatafor allcharactemffomOto 255.If you do notwantto definea particularcharacter,enterOintothatindextabledata.

Sampleprogram

To demonstmtehow to defineand to use the downloadcharactemin IBM mode,let’s use the “telephone”characterand the otheruser-definedchar- actersto print a smallgraph.This programwill dojust that:

1000 WIDTH “LPTI

: “ ,255

 

 

 

 

 

 

1010

LPRINT

CHR$(27)

; “=” ; CHR$ ( 164)

; CHR$ (9)

; “#“

:

 

1020

LPRINT

CHR$ (&HOF) :CHR$ (&H80)

:CHR$ (0)

:

 

 

1030

‘ INDEX

TABLE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1040 LPRINT CHR$( 1) ;

 

 

 

 

 

 

1050

FOR

1=0

 

TO 59

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1060

LPRINT

STRINGS (9 , O) ;

 

 

 

 

 

1070

NEXT

I

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

: NEXT IT

1080

FOR

IT=l

TO 9

: READ MM : LPRINT CHR$(MM):

1090 FOR IT=l

TO 9 : READ MM : LPRINT CHR$(MM); : NEXT IT

1100

FOR

1=62

TO 255

 

 

 

 

 

 

1110

LPRINT

STRING$ (9 , O) ;

 

 

 

 

 

1120

NEXT I

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1130

DOT PATTERN

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1140

FOR DP=1

TO 159

 

 

 

 

 

 

1150

READ MM

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1160

LPRINT CHR$(MM) ;

 

 

 

 

 

 

1170

NEXT DP

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1180

‘ PRINTOUT PROGRAM

 

 

 

 

 

 

1190

LPRLNT

cHR$ (27)

; “D” ; CHR$( 11 ) ; CHR$(o)

 

 

 

1200

LPRINT

CHR$(27)

; “k “ ; CHR$(4)

;

 

 

 

 

1210

LPRINT CHR$(27) ; “h“ : CHR$( 1) ;

 

 

 

 

1220

LPRINT

,!

DIFFUSION RANGES OF”

 

 

 

1230

LPRINT

“

 

CARS & TELEPHONES

 

 

 

1240

LPRINT

CHR$(27)

; “h”

;CHR$ (0)

;

 

 

 

 

1250

LPRINT

CHR$(27)

; “k” :CHR$ (0)

 

 

 

 

 

1260

LPRINT

“USA” ;CHR$ (9)

;

 

 

 

 

 

1270

LPRINT

CHR$(27)

: “I”

;CHR$ (6)

:

 

 

 

 

1280

FOR 1=0

TO 681

STEP

25 :LPRINT CHR$(60);

:NEXT

I

1290

LPRINT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1300

LPRINT

CHR$ (9)

;

 

 

 

 

 

 

1310

FOR I=@

TO

781

STEP

25 :LPRINT CHR$(61);

:NEXT

I

1320

LPRINT

CHR$(27)

; “I”

;CHR$ (2)

 

 

 

 

 

1330

LPRINT

“GERMANY”;CHR$ (9) :

 

 

 

 

 

1340

LPRINT

CHR$(27)

: “I”

;CHR$ (6)

;

 

 

 

 

1350

FOR 1=0

1’0

412

STEP

25 :LPRINT CHR$(60);

:NEXT

I

1360

LPRINT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1370

LPRINT CHR$(9) :

 

 

 

 

 

 

1380

FOR 1=0

TO 488

STEP

25 :LPRINT CHR$(61):

:NEXT

I

1390

LPRINT CHR$(27) ;’’I”:CHRS(2)

 

 

 

 

 

1400

LPRINT

‘JAPAN” :CHR$(9);

 

 

 

 

 

1410

LPRINT

CHR$(27)

;”I”:CHR$(6)

;

 

 

 

 

1420

FOR 1=0

TO 347

STEP

25 :I,PRINT CHR$(60);

:NEXT

I

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XB-2425, XB-2420 specifications

Star Micronics has long been a leader in the development of innovative printing solutions, and the XB-2420 and XB-2425 models are no exception. These two versatile printers are designed to meet the dynamic needs of various industries, offering a mix of performance, reliability, and advanced technology tailored for today’s businesses.

The XB-2420 and XB-2425 are thermal receipt printers that support high-speed printing, making them suitable for retail, hospitality, and other operational environments where efficiency is key. Both models are equipped with a state-of-the-art thermal printing mechanism that enables a print speed of up to 300 mm per second. This rapid output reduces waiting time for customers, contributing to a seamless transaction experience.

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In summary, the Star Micronics XB-2420 and XB-2425 printers combine high-speed performance, compactness, flexible connectivity options, and durability in one package. These features make them essential tools for businesses looking to enhance operational efficiency and customer satisfaction, standing as a testament to Star Micronics’ commitment to innovation and excellence in the printing industry.
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