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StyleWriter 1500
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StyleWriter 1500
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Introduction - 1
Introduction
The StyleWriter 1500 is a high-resolution ink-jet printer. There are some differences between the StyleWriter 1500 and the StyleWriter 1200.
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Introduction - 2
Hardware Differences
· The sheet feeder has changed to be compatible with the new paper feeding scheme that the vendor has implemented across the product line. · The plastic cover of the controller and feed rollers has been changed to match the paper feeder. · There is no Error LED on the 1500 · No paper output tray · No internal power supply, external power adapter
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Introduction - 3
Software Differences
· Two additional print modes have been added to the StyleWriter 1500: Fine and Smooth. Fine mode uses 360 dpi resolution and Smooth uses a 720 dpi horizontal by 360 dpi vertical resolution.
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Introduction - 4
Color Capability
Two ink cartridges are available for the Color StyleWriter 1500. There is a black-only ink cartridge and a three-color (Cyan, Magneta, and Yellow) that produces a composite black as well as color. The black-only ink cartridge is the same for both the StyleWriter 1200 and 1500.
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Online Key
Test Page - 5
Test Page
Turn on the printer and hold down the online key for at least 6 seconds or until the test page prints.
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Test Page - 6 The test pages show the ROM revision and a test pattern. There are two different test pages; one for the threecolor ink cartridge, and one for the black-only ink cartridge. The black-only test page is shown here. Use the test pattern to determine if the ink jets are functioning properly. If lines at the bottom of the page appear broken, proceed to the "Printing" topic in the Troubleshooting chapter.
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Test Page - 7
Demo Test Page Units
The Color StyleWriter 1500 demo unit logic board ROM contains a unique demo page. A limited quantity are being sold for use by Apple resellers. Note: The demo test page printer may be serviced the same as a regular 1500, however, if the logic board is replaced it will lose the demo page capability. If that feature is needed, the unit should be RMAed to Finish Goods.
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StyleWriter 1500
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Characteristics - 1
Characteristics
Print Methods Print Head Print Head Life
Serial bubble jet inkondemand 1 by 64 nozzles Approximately 500 pages (normal mode)
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Graphics - 2
Graphics
Resolution
Best: 720 x 360 dpi (best mode, black and white, edge smoothing) 360 x 360 dpi (grayscale and color) Normal: 360 x 360 dpi Draft: 180 x 180 dpi
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Paper Handling - 3
Paper Handling
Paper
Size: LTR, LGL, A4, Executive Weight: 1624 lb. Capacity: 100 sheets (A4, LTR) Size: Number 6 or 10 Capacity: 10 envelopes Coated transparencies, or most inkjet transparencies
Envelopes
Transparencies
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Ink Cartridges - 4
Ink Cartridges
Type Ink Color
Ink cartridge Black-Only Three-Color: Cyan |