Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Re: Hp 7475 Plotter Servo's

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From: "Jymmm" <jymmm@...>
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Sent: Tuesday, October 04, 2005 11:36 AM
Subject: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] Re: Hp 7475 Plotter Servo's


>I really haven't been keeping up with this thread, but...
>
> Most have a self-test mode - at least you can see if
> everything is operational on the plotter side.
>
> Try holding down a button, then turning on the power switch.
>
>
> This mentions a unique cable pinout (and dipswitch settings):
> http://www.blobulent.com/hp300/FAQ/rossspon/dip.htm
>
>
> As far as HPGL and/or PLT files, here is the link to the technical
> manuals.
> The link will probably wrap, so be sure to copy and paste all of it.
>
> http://h20000.www2.hp.com/bizsupport/TechSupport/SoftwareDescription.jsp?locBasepartNum=5961-0976&lang=English+%28US%29
>
> You can order a cd, or download all of them from that link.
> Yes, it says PCL, but they include HPGL too.
>
> HP *used* to include a post card in their printers so that anyone could
> have
> a printed set of the programming manuals. They are great technical
> reference.
>
> From PURE DOS, you can copy a PLT file directly to the port and have it
> print
> the file without any drivers, example:
>
> copy report1.plt com2:
>
> At least this would be a good method to test everything out.
>
>
> Here's another mention of a 'reverse cable' (?!)
> http://forums1.itrc.hp.com/service/forums/questionanswer.do?threadId=88943
>
>
> Jim...
>
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