Decision Data Model 6550
Interfaces to multiple computing environments
With Centronics parallel and twinax interfaces, you can connect the Decision Data 6550 to multiple environments, conveniently accessing information when you need it. Multiple emulations are supported in these environments giving you versatility in your network.
Supports multiple print modes The Decision Data 6550 is the perfect printer for multi-form and dual printer applications with its multiple print modes, graphic capabilities, and wide selection of resident fonts. In addition, the 6550 features significantly enhanced paper handling capabilities. It is designed with four paper paths (rear, bottom, front, and top) and accepts two sets of tractors. Both snap easily into place and when used together, provide optimum paper handling flexibility. You can even load heavy stock labels and wide-carriage paper simultaneously. And, with the park feature, both kinds of stock are available at all times. A zero tear-off feature complements the 6550's paper handling capabilities and automatically positions the paper for perforation tear-off and previewing.
Handles data
efficiently
The Decision Data 6550 can
be used as either a tabletop or free-standing (pedestal) printer.
Featuring
quiet, 55 dBA operation and the ability to handle both twinax and
parallel
data, it provides the flexibility you need to print many types of
business
correspondence as well as perform routine report tracking.
Simplifies operations
The unique features of the
Model 6550 enhances productivity by reducing complexities of printer
operations.
The operator control panel makes it easy to perform the paper handling
features of the Model 6550 and the 16 character status display
clarifies
problem identification of printer functions. With the flexibility of
IBM
4214 printer emulation, the Decision Data 6550 offers a performance
factor
unmatched by any other printer.
Product Specifications
Compatibility | IBM 4214 Model 002; IBM Proprinter |
Interfaces | Remote connection to Decision Data Series 3000 Controllers or local attachment to System 36/38/AS400 via twinax cable, Centronics parallel |
Input Buffer | 64K |
Character Sets | IBM Set I, II and All Character Set plus 18 international character sets; DEC VT100 Line Draw |
Character Attributes | Proportional, compressed, shadow, double strike, underline, expanded (2 to 8 times), sub/superscript |
Resident Fonts | Gothic, Courier, OCR-A and B |
Bar Codes | Interleaved 2 of 5, Bidirectional 2 of 5, Matrix 2 of 5, Industrial 2 of 5, Code 3 of 9, EAN-2, EAN-5, EAN-8, EAN-13, Code 1 1 , Code BCD, Code 93, Code 128, Codabar a/f, Codabar h/n, Codabar c/*, Codabar d/e, UPC-A, UPC-E, UPC-2, UPC-5 |
Graphics | IBM LAC I, II; DEC Sixel |
Graphic Resolution (HxV) | 60 to 400 x 72/144 dpi (depending on emulation) |
Printhead | 18-wire parallel (two 9-wire arrays), 400 million character life |
Print Matrix (HxV) | DP: 6 of 12 x 7 of 9 (text) or 12 of 12 (line draw), LQ: 12 of 24 x 14 of 18 (text) or 12 of 24 (line draw) |
Print Speed | DP: 500 cps at 10 cpi, 600 cps at 12 cpi, 450 cps at 15 cpi, 500 cps at 16.7 cpi; LQ: 125 cps at 10 cpi, 150 cps at 12 cpi, 110 cps at 15 cpi, 125 cps at 16.7 cpi |
Throughput | Minimum of 80% of rated print speeds |
Horizontal Spacing | 10, 12, 13, 15, 16.7, 17.1 , and 20 cpi |
Vertical Spacing | 3, 4, 6, 8 lpi plus n/144 |
Print Line | 13.6 in |
Format Controls | Up to 32 horizontal tabs; up to 12 vertical tabs |
Paper Type | Continuous forms and cut sheet |
Paper Width | Continuous forms: width 3 in to 16 in, cut sheet: width 3.5 in to 17 in, length 5 in to 17 in |
Paper Slew | 15 in per second, 5 in per second selectable |
Paper Thickness | Up to .025in |
Copies | Original plus 5 |
Paper Feeding | Two 6-pin push tractors for rear or front/bottom teed with paper park, upper friction feed, exit rollers, auto top-of-form, zero tear-off, optional second tractor set |
Ribbon | Cartridge, nylon, 15 million character life |
MTBF | 10,000 hours at 25% duty cycle |
Options | Pedestal with catch tray, second tractor set |
Dimensions (HxWxD) | 12.1
in x 26.9
in x 13.9 in (30.7 cm x 68.3 cm x 35.3 cm) |
Weight | 52 lbs (23.6 kg) |
Voltage | 115/230 VAC ? 15%, externally selectable |
Frequency | 50 or 60 Hz + 2 Hz |
Power Input | 35 watts standby, 130 watts printing |
Operating Temperature | 50?F to 104?F (10?C to 40?C) |
Relative Humidity | 20% to 90% |
Noise Level | Less than 60 dBA (ANSI/ISO) |