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The Citizen GSX140 is a dot matrix printer produced by Citizen Systems, a manufacturer known for its range of printers and other imaging products. The GSX140 is an older model that was popular in the late 1980s and early 1990s, during the era of dot matrix printers.
Key features of the Citizen GSX140 dot matrix printer include:
- Dot Matrix Printing Technology: Dot matrix printers use a matrix of small pins to form characters and images by striking an ink ribbon against the paper. This technology allows for relatively low-cost printing and is capable of producing multi-part forms and carbon copies.
- Print Speed and Quality: The GSX140 offers various print speeds, typically ranging from around 100 to 180 characters per second (cps), depending on the print mode selected. While not as fast as modern inkjet or laser printers, dot matrix printers like the GSX140 were known for their durability and ability to produce legible text and graphics.
- Multiple Fonts and Print Modes: The GSX140 supports different font styles and print modes, allowing users to customize the appearance of printed documents. It typically offers options for draft mode, near-letter quality (NLQ) mode, and bold printing, among others.
- Paper Handling: The GSX140 can handle various types of paper, including single-sheet paper, continuous forms, and multi-part forms (such as carbon copies). It typically includes adjustable paper feed mechanisms and paper guides to accommodate different paper sizes and types.
- Connectivity: The GSX140 is equipped with standard interfaces for connecting to a computer, such as parallel (Centronics) or serial (RS-232) ports. These interfaces allow the printer to communicate with compatible computers and print documents sent from software applications.
- Reliability and Durability: Citizen printers, including the GSX140, were known for their robust construction and reliability. They were commonly used in business environments for printing invoices, reports, shipping labels, and other documents requiring continuous and reliable printing.
While the Citizen GSX140 dot matrix printer is no longer in production and has been largely replaced by modern inkjet and laser printers, it played a significant role in the history of printing technology and remains a nostalgic reminder of an earlier era in computing.
