Chapter 7: downloadable graphics, 1 using the graphic conversion utilities – Microcom 322M User Manual
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Chapter 7: Downloadable Graphics
The printer has 255 memory slots available for storing downloadable fonts and/or graphics.
Existing graphic images may be converted to the proper format for the printer by using
either converter “PCX2MIC.exe” for PCX images or “BMP2MIC.exe” for BMP images. The
graphic image format sections are provided to support developers that wish to create
graphic images within their own applications.
7.1
Using the Graphic Conversion Utilities
The following section details the process required to convert and download graphic images
to the printer. The conversion utilities “PCX2MIC.exe” and “BMP2MIC.exe” may be
downloaded at. These 16 bit DOS utilities convert PCX and
BMP monochrome type graphic images to a format that is suitable for downloading to the
printer.
7.1.1
PCX2MIC.exe Program
1. Run the PCX2MIC program from a DOS prompt.
2. Follow the on screen instructions and note the slot number where the image is saved
(use the model 412 printer).
3. Make sure the destination memory slot is clear. The ^D100 command can be used
to clear the printer’s memory.
4. Download the resulting file (filename N12 (normal rotation) or R12 (rotated)) file to
the printer.
5. Refer to section 6.3.5 for detailed information on printing images.
7.1.2
BMP2MIC.exe Program
1. Run the BMP2MIC program from a DOS prompt.
2. Follow the on screen instructions and note the slot number where the image is saved
(use the model 412 printer).
3. Make sure the destination memory slot is clear. The ^D100 command can be used
to clear the printer’s memory.
4. Download the resulting file (filename N12 (normal rotation) or R12 (rotated)) file to
the printer.
5. Refer to section 6.3.5 for detailed information on printing images.