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cut sheet paper paths as well as an optional second tractor path and a three-input bin Auto Sheet
Feed (ASF) device. The IBM 4247-A00 Printer offers outstanding serial and parallel connectivity with
automatic interface switching, native drivers, and support for popular emulations: IBM 2381, IBM
4202 Proprinter III XL, and Epson FX (FX 80 through FX 1050, DFX-5000 and DFX-8000).
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The IBM 4247-A00 Printer fulfills the requirements of a dedicated, highly reliable continuous forms
impact printer in grand fashion. In fact, in multi-part form applications the 4247 handles up to 8-part
forms. The ability to add and configure the optional dual tractor paths into a 4 tractor (push/pull)
combination, providing a straight tractor path for stiff or heavy forms, gives customers the most
reliable forms feeding. In addition, the optional Automatic Sheet Feeder (ASF) provides up to three
input bins each with a capacity of 120 sheets for cut sheet. The first bin of the ASF will also handle
envelopes.
With automatic attachment switching between the parallel and serial port and the ability to switch
between tractor paths manually or via software commands (with dual tractor configuration),
customers can load each of the tractor paths with a different form type and alternately send a job to
either one. As compared to existing IBM serial matrix printers, the IBM 4247 provides advantages and
additional solutions with respect to print speed, duty cycle, forms handling, and datastream support.
The new IBM 4247 is a complementary product to the existing IBM 4232-302. Choose the IBM 4232
when the primary focus is price or IBM 4224/4230 compatibility. However, if the primary focus is
paper handling or performance, you should choose the IBM 4247.
Requirement IBM 4232 IBM 4247
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Print Speed x
Price x
Price/Performance x
Multiple form types x
4224/423x ASCII Compatibility x
4224/423x Look and Feel x
4224/423x Supplies Compatibility x
High Monthly Print Volumes x
Print Quality x
Acoustics x
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Model Summary Matrix
Maximum
Not applicable.
Customer Setup (CSU)
The IBM 4247 Printer is designated a customer setup (CSU) machine. All of the 4247 features are
also designated customer setup (CSU).
Devices Supported
The RS-232C serial interface will attach to:
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