Compaq LA36 - Manual (Page 7)

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Preface
About this Manual
Thank you for buying a Compaq LA36 Companion Printer. You can expect years of
reliable service with very little maintenance. The information provided in this guide
applies both to the Compaq LA36 Companion Printer (80-column printer) and to the
Compaq LA36W Companion printer (136-column printer). However, illustrations are of
LA36N Companion Printer. This guide explains how you can use your printer to full
advantage. It is written for both new and experienced printer users.
This manual consists of two parts: an Installation Guide and a User Manual. The former,
provided as a hardcopy document with your printer, describes how to install and set up your
printer. This part, describes how to use your printer and printer options, how to keep the
printer in good working condition, and what to do should something go wrong. Detailed
procedures are provided for first-time users. Experienced users can skip some of the details,
using the table of contents and chapter introductions to locate specific information.
This part has several appendixes, a glossary, and an index. Appendix A lists supplies and
options available from your dealer or authorized representative of Compaq Computer
Corporation.
Printer Models and Options
Model LA36N is an 80-column printer and model LA36W is a 136-column printer. Both
models have a dual interface made up of Bitronics parallel and DEC-423 serial. The
power supply of the printer is either for 100-120 VAC input or for 220-240 VAC input. You
must specify the print line and the power rating when purchasing the printer. Other
options include a color print feature which you can add by yourself after purchasing the
printer. The configuration is:
LA36N/LA36W
Basic specifications
Print line at 10 cpi*: 80 columns for LA36N
136 columns for LA36W
Interfaces: Bitronics parallel and DEC-423 serial
Alternative specification
Power supply: 100–120 VAC or 220–240 VAC
User add-on options
Color Kit
* cpi: characters per inch