Printronix P5005B, User Manual

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Chapter 1
Printer Overview
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The printer combines the use of Flash, RAM, and nonvolatile RAM
for program execution. The Flash is used for all program, font, and
emulation storage. New fonts, emulations, or program updates can
be downloaded to Flash memory via the parallel or serial interface,
or through the PrintNet
®
interface. The RAM is used for buffers,
print image storage, and execution variables. The non-volatile RAM
stores configuration, statistics, and internal parameters.
The printer model numbers indicate printing speed and physical
configuration.
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Model numbers beginning with P50 indicate pedestal models.
Model numbers beginning with P52 indicate cabinet models.
The final two digits in the model number refer to the printer’s
maximum speed in lines per minute (lpm): 05 for 500 lpm, 10
for 1000 lpm, 15 for 1500 lpm, and 20 for 2000 lpm, 24 for
2400 lpm.
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The P5
X
05B-12 models are 500 lpm models with 12 MIL
(0.012 inch) tips on the print hammers instead of the normal 16
MIL (0.016 inch). This allows the printing of higher resolution
graphics and barcodes.
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The P52 XX -SS models have the SureStak
TM
Power Stacker
option installed.
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The P50 XX -QA models are pedestal models with the
QuickAccess Cover installed.