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Which printer? (SUMMARY) [message #66859] Sun, 19 May 2013 23:24
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Originally posted by: bernar@uwvax.UUCP
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Date: Sat, 23-Jun-84 17:36:35 EDT
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Posted: Sat Jun 23 17:36:35 1984
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The following is a summary of responses to my query:

   ***	Which cheap-dot-matrix-printer should I consider for use
   ***	with my C64 ?


Most people recommended the Gemini 10X from Star Micronics.
It has many features for the price and the ones who recommended
it reported positive experiences with it. The price ranges from
$269 to $300 (discounted).

Some others recommended the EPSON line of printers (MX80, RX80,
FX80 and LQ-1500), mentioning their features, dependability
and good price.

Someone included the Oki 92 for $425 (discounted price).

The CBM line was either not mentioned or disregarded as not being
worth the price tag.

For the parallel to serial interface most people recommended either
the Cardco/G interface (for about $80) or the one put out by Star
Micronics (for ~ $60). There's also a so-called "economy" interface
by Cardco for around $50.  

I considered all the facts and decided to go for the Gemini 10X,
I got it for $275. I also got a Star Micronics interface for
$60. The EPSON line impressed me well but I could not find such
a good price.

The printer and interface are now two days old and I've done
a small amount of testing that has been satisfactory except
for a couple of problems that I'll post in a separate article.
The print quality is very good, the printer is reasonably quiet
and the speed suits me fine.

I would like to thank all of you who responded. You've been
very helpful.

			Bernardo Feijoo.
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