Epson LX-810 Technical Manual

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2.1.2 Outline of Printer Mechanism Operation
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Model 3D 10 is a 9-pin serial dot matrix printer. Because the frame and many of the components
are of plastic, the mechanism is lightweight. A block diagram of the printer mechanism is shown in
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Figure 2-2. Printer Mechanism Block Diagram
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Epson LX-810 Specifications

General

Print Method	Impact dot matrix
Number of Pins	9
Character Sets	96 characters (USASCII)
Line Spacing	1/6 inch
Paper Path	Rear
Interface	Centronics parallel
Noise Level	55 dB (A)