The Texas Instruments TI 855 (P/N: 2232783-0002) and TI 865 (2239365-0002) models, dot matrix printers, offer an exceptional value by providing a dual mode in a single unit. The TI 855 and TI 865 are capable of both data processing and letter quality printing applications.

Printing Capability

Dot matrix: 9x9 single-pass, 32x18 double-pass Optimized bi-directional printing Speed: - 35 cps letter quality mode - 150 cps draft quality mode Printhead: - 9-wire stored energy printhead - 100 million character printhead life

Character Print

Software-selectable bold and shadow print Superscripts and subscripts True descenders and underlining Full ASCII 96-character set Fonts: User-selectable font modules, 7 Font styles available Compatible escape sequences: Qume, Diablo and Epson

Graphics

Raster graphics Dot densities: - Horizontal: 60, 72, 120, 144 dpi - Vertical: 72 and 144 dpi 8 bit vertical input 64 Mosaic graphic character set Available in draft and letter quality mode

Ribbon

Snap-in ribbon cartridge Three million-character life

Paper Handling

Standard friction feed Maximum width forms: - Friction-fed: 11" (TI 855), 16" (TI 865) - Tractor-fed: 10" (TI 855), 15" (TI 865) Handles single sheet, cut forms and roll paper Handles continuous forms (up to three parts) Top-fed paper path Close-tear-off of one inch from last printed line Paper out switch Options: snap-in/out metering tractors, stacking tray and roll holder

Interfaces

Serial and parallel standard: - Serial EIA RS-232-C, 7/8 bits, ready/busy signal, DC1/DC3, ETX/ACK - Centronics parallel with 1000 cps, strobe acknowledge Serial transmission rates: 200, 300, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600 baud Buffer: 256-character buffer, Optional 4K buffer Connector: Single 36-pin, rear

Physical Specs

Acoustic noise level: 62dB (A-weighted) Temperature: 41 to 104°F (operating), -22 to 158°F (idle) Voltage: 90 to 132 VAC or 187 to 264 VAC, 47 to 63 HZ Power: 100 watt maximum requirement Compliance: FCC level B