ScriptPrinter

Overview

The LNO3R ScriptPrinter Programmer's Supplement is designed for programmers and system managers working within the DIGITAL printing environment. It details the system-specific capabilities of the LNO3R, including access to system parameters, performance optimization techniques, and guidelines for writing compatible software drivers.

Key Content

• Printer Profile: Covers LNO3R hardware, software, and host requirements.
• System Parameters: Details persistent and volatile parameters, password protection, and the server loop.
• PostScript Extensions: A primary reference section for specific LNO3R extensions to the PostScript language.
• Font Metrics: Provides instructions on font metric file names and the structure of Adobe Font Metrics (AFM) files.
• Performance Optimization: Offers strategies for maximizing print speed, such as using appropriate operator names, avoiding unnecessary procedure calls, and efficient coordinate system usage.
• Programming Guidelines: Best practices for writing PostScript drivers for the LNO3R, including handling context states and virtual memory.
• Appendices: Include font samples, encoding vectors (Adobe Standard, Symbol, ISO Latin1, DEC MCS), and installation information for MS-DOS and ULTRIX environments.