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Instrument Functions: P - Z
Print Setup
Instrument Functions: P - Z
4.4 Print Setup
Displays the functions that specify a particular printer and control its output.
Key Path: Front-panel key
Remote Command:
There is no remote command for this key.
4.4.1 Printer Setup
Enables you to define a printer by selecting its printer language and color capability.
Supported printers are equipped with a parallel interface. (A supported printer is one that
accepts Printer Control Language Level 3 or 5). Your printer language can be found in its
documentation or in the specifications found on the manufacturer’s web page.
• PCL3 printers include most HP DeskJet printers.
• PCL5 printers include most HP LaserJet printers.
The table below lists some current Hewlett-Packard printers and their settings.
Printer Models Language Type Color Capable
HP DeskJet 310 PCL3 yes
HP DeskJet 320 PCL3 yes
HP DeskJet 400 PCL3 yes
HP DeskJet 670C, 672C, 680C, 682C PCL3 yes
HP DeskJet 720C, 722C Windows only (not compatible)
HP DeskJet 600C, 660C, 670C, 680C, 690C PCL3 yes
HP DeskJet 820C Windows only (not compatible)
HP DeskJet 840C, 850C, 870C, 890C, 895C PCL3 yes
HP DeskJet 935C, 990C PCL3 yes
HP DeskJet 1120C PCL3 yes
HP LaserJet 4L, 4P PCL5 no
HP LaserJet 5, 5L, 5M, 5P, 5MP, 5N PCL5 no
HP LaserJet 6, 6L, 6M, 6P, 6MP PCL5 no
HP Professional Series 2500CM PCL3 yes
HP DesignJet 755CM PCL5 yes