Progress to HP printer using PCL problem

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kevinmscs

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Hi all,

I have this issue. I want to send text to HP printer (PCL) in different font typefaces, such as Arial, Times New Roman, etc. but the printer does not seem to take parameter to change this. It only prints "Courier".

Does any one know a solution to this?

Thanks.
 
Hi Kevin

Normally I follow the next steps:
- first print hard code page. It prints the default installed fonts and default settings
- check the hardware settings on the printer when applicable or read them via Windows setting program/driver
- write a test program with the different typefaces. The first command I use is always the reset <ESC>E
- When the printer does not respond to typeface commands, use commands like Bold, Italic or pitch size. The latter is necessary for tracking program errors.

Possible problems
- wrong pcl code, like last character must be a capital
- default is set to PostScript
- memory problems
- Command codes are not translated correctly

Otherwise sent me a copy of the file you want to use.

William W.
 
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