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PCX To PCL File Conversion & HP Macro Package
(C) Copyright 1992 by TaxWare, PO Box 2014, Provo, UT 84603-2014
All rights reserved.
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│ ┌─────┴╨──┐ │ Association of
│ │ │─┘ Shareware
└───│ o │ Professionals
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└────╨────┘ MEMBER
August 1993 Edition PCX2PCL v1.62
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Copyright Notice
PCX2PCL is Copyright 1992 by TaxWare and its author. All rights re-
served.
This document and all accompanying documentation is Copyright 1992 by
TaxWare. All rights reserved.
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Trademarks
PCX2PCL is a trademark of TaxWare and its author.
All trademarks and registered trademarks referenced within this document
are the property of their respective holders.
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Warranty Disclaimer
TAXWARE MAKES NO WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING
WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND/OR FITNESS FOR
A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
TAXWARE DOES NOT ASSUME ANY LIABILITY FOR THE USE OF THIS SOFTWARE BEYOND
THE ORIGINAL PURCHASE PRICE OF THIS SOFTWARE.
IN NO EVENT WILL TAXWARE BE LIABLE TO YOU FOR ANY ADDITIONAL DAMAGES,
INCLUDING ANY LOST PROFITS, LOST SAVINGS, OR OTHER INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING FROM THE USE OF, OR INABILITY TO USE, THIS
SOFTWARE AND ITS ACCOMPANYING DOCUMENTATION, EVEN IF TAXWARE HAS BEEN
ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
PCX2PCL User's Manual i PCX2PCL v1.62
Table of Contents
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Chapter One 1
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Registered and Shareware Version Differences . . . . . . . . . . . 1
PCX2PCL System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Chapter Two 2
PCX2PCL Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
PCX2PCL Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
PCX2PCL Examples . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
PCX2PCL Macro Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Chapter Three 5
PCX2PCL Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
dBASE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Lotus 1-2-3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Quattro Pro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Symphony . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
MicroSoft Word . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
MicroSoft Word For Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Spellbinder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
WordPerfect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Appendix A 8
PCX2PCL Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Appendix B 8
Correspondence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Index 9
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Chapter One
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Introduction
PCX2PCL is a utility used to convert ZSoft PCX format files to Hewlett-
Packard PCL (Printer Command Language) format. PCX2PCL successfully
converts images created with PC Paintbrush, Corel Draw, Scanning Gallery
(with Hewlett-Packard's ScanJet scanner) and other software that can
save images in PCX format. Converted files can be downloaded to and
printed on HP LaserJet Plus, Series II, III and 100% compatible laser
printers as graphic macros.
Until August 26, 1991, a companion utility, TIF2PCL, was included in the
package. It has been omitted due to the dynamic nature of the TIFF
"standard." So, wherever you see the name PCX2PCL/TIF2PCL - it is
really now just PCX2PCL.
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Registered and Shareware Version Differences
PCX2PCL is distributed as both a shareware product and as a retail
product. The shareware version and the retail version are identical,
except that the shareware version displays reminders to order a
registered copy of PCX2PCL, and it allows you to print the Order Form.
If you are using the retail version, purchased from TaxWare, Thank You.
If you are using the shareware version, we hope you find it to be useful.
This manual is used with both the shareware and registered versions of
PCX2PCL. If you are using the shareware version, refer to the following
documents for additional information: SHAREW.DOC, REGISTER.DOC,
ORDER.FRM.
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PCX2PCL System Requirements
PCX2PCL requires the following:
o A personal computer (PC) running DOS version 2.1 or higher and
having at least 40K of free RAM
o An HP LaserJet or 100% compatible printer
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Chapter Two
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PCX2PCL Installation
Installing PCX2PCL is very simple:
o Create a subdirectory for PCX2PCL
o Copy the files from the PCX2PCL distribution diskette to the new
subdirectory
For example,
Create a subdirectory called PCX2PCL and change directory to it:
C:> MD PCX2PCL
C:> CD PCX2PCL
Next, place the PCX2PCL distribution diskette in the floppy drive and
copy all its files to the newly created subdirectory:
C:> COPY A:*.*
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PCX2PCL Help
Type PCX2PCL at the DOS prompt to receive Usage help. A screen similar
to the following will appear:
PCX2PCL Version 1.62 (reg'd to ?????)
(C) Copyright TaxWare 1989, 1992. All Rights Reserved.
PCX2PCL - PCX To PCL File Conversion Utility
Usage: PCX2PCL [options] PCXFile[.PCX] [PCLFile[.PCL]]
The following options are available:
/Ln rotate image counter-clockwise n times (n = 1, 2, or 3).
/N create negative of the original.
/Xn increase image n times (n = 2, 3, or 4).
PCXFile is the file name of a PCX format file to be converted.
PCLFile (optional) is the file name of the PCL file created.
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PCX2PCL Examples
The following example converts the file SIGNATUR.PCX (PCX format) to the
file SIGNATUR.PCL (PCL format).
>PCX2PCL SIGNATUR.PCX SIGNATUR.PCL
The following commands do the same as the above example:
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>PCX2PCL SIGNATUR.PCX
>PCX2PCL SIGNATUR
The following example converts the file MYLOGO.PCX (PCX format) to the
file MYLOGO.PCL (PCL format).
>PCX2PCL MYLOGO.PCX MYLOGO.PCL
The following commands do the same as the above example:
>PCX2PCL MYLOGO.PCX
>PCX2PCL MYLOGO
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PCX2PCL Macro Usage
The converted PCL files can now be used as graphic macros. In order to
use graphic macros, they must be sent (downloaded) to your printer's
memory. This can be accomplished by using the DOWNLOAD utility included
with the package (see accompanying instructions). Once DOWNLOADed to the
printer's memory, you must access a macro from within your word
processor or other application by inserting special printer commands.
The method for inserting the printer commands and for accessing a macro
will differ, depending upon your application, and it is possible that
more than one method will work.
For best results, follow the steps outlined below:
1 Create a PCX file with a scanner or paint or draw program.
2 Convert the PCX file to PCL format.
3 Download the converted file as a macro using the DOWNLOAD utility
4 Follow the instructions below for your particular application.
5 Unload the macro from the printer's memory with the UNLOAD utility.
Example Macro Usage
For this example we will assume that you wish to have your signature
printed at end of a letter. We will also assume that your current
directory is where your Scanning Gallery software resides (call it
C:\SCAN), and the PCX2PCL program disk is in your A: drive.
1 Sign your name on white paper using a dark ink. Scan the signature
and save it as SIGNATUR.PCX. (Remember to select only the area of
the paper that contains your signature)
2 Convert the image from PCX to PCL format. This example creates the
PCL file SIGNATUR.PCL.
C>A:PCX2PCL SIGNATUR.PCX (You will see a message
indicating that the conversion
is taking place.)
3 Download the converted file. This example downloads the macro with
an ID of 1 to printer LPT1, the default printer.
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C>A:DOWNLOAD SIGNATUR.PCL /M1 (You will see a message
indicating that the macro is
being downloaded.)
4 Follow the instructions below for accessing and printing the macro
with your particular software application.
5 Unload the macro from the printer's memory to free the printer's
memory for other use. The macro must be UNLOADed using the same ID
with which it was DOWNLOADed.
C>A:UNLOAD /M1 (You will see a message stating that the
macro is unloaded.)
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Chapter Three
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PCX2PCL Applications
If a software application can print to a LaserJet printer, there is a
good chance it can also print PCL graphic macros. In order to print the
macro, you must insert or embed special printer commands in your
document. Printer commands are not actually printed by the printer,
and they do not take up space on the printed documents (although they
may take up some space on the application screen).
With LaserJets, printer commands always begin with the escape character.
The way you access the escape character depends on the particular
application. The ASCII value for the escape character is often
represented by either 1B (hexadecimal), or 27 (decimal). A complete
printer command is an escape character followed by a series of letters
and numbers. The printer command that needs to be sent from your
software application to the printer is the following:
<ESC>&fs#y3x1S
where <ESC> represents the escape character, and # represents the macro
ID number for the macro to be printed.
This section describes how to insert the macro printer commands into
documents of several of the most popular software applications. To
utilize PCL graphic macros with software programs other than those
listed here, refer to user's manual of your software application for how
to send printer commands to the printer.
These instructions are no secret. Information for sending printer
commands is readily found in user documentation for each application.
And, the LaserJet commands for accessing macros are found in any of the
User's and Technical Reference Manuals of LaserJet owners.
Brief instructions are given for the following software applications:
Enveloper (See Enveloper Documentation)
GRAB Plus (See GRAB Documentation)
Lotus 1-2-3
Mail Machine from TaxWare (See Mail Machine Documentation)
MicroSoft Word
MicroSoft Word For Windows
Quattro Pro
Symphony
WinGrab (See GRAB Documentation)
WordPerfect
dBASE
If instructions are not included for an application that you would like to
use with graphic macros, please drop us a line. We will certainly do our
best to accomodate you. If you were able to utilize a graphic macro using an
application not listed here, we would like to know how you did it.
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dBASE
Version III+
Version IV
To access and print a graphic macro from within dBase, simply "print"
the printer command. For example, if you are formatting a report with
the "@ xx,yy SAY" statement, you would enter the following:
@ xx,yy SAY CHR(27)+"&fs#y3x1S" (enter the macro ID in place of
the #)
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Lotus 1-2-3
Quattro Pro
Symphony
Position the cursor in the first cell of a blank row. Any data
following the printer command on the same row will not be printed.
Precede the printer command with 2 vertical bars as shown.
||\027&fs#y3x1S (enter the macro ID in place of the #)
Note: when creating the original graphic, take into account that when
printed in these applications it will be printed at the left margin.
Therefore, leave enough space at the left of the graphic when creating
it to account for the desired margin.
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MicroSoft Word
Version 5
Version 5.5
Position the cursor where you want the macro to print, then do the
following. Press the ALT key, and while holding it down enter the three
digits 027 at the numeric keypad. Then, release the ALT key and enter
&fs#y3x1S.
ALT-027&fs#y3x1S (enter the macro ID in place of the #)
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MicroSoft Word For Windows
Version 1.1
Version 2.0
Position the cursor where you want the macro to print, then do the
following:
Insert select Insert
Field select Field
Print select Print
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0x1B"&fs#y3x1S" finish entering the printer command (enter the macro
ID in place of the #)
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Spellbinder
Enter the following anywhere you want the macro to print:
#27/&fs*y3x1S (enter the macro ID in place of the asterisk *)
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WordPerfect
Version 4.2
Position the cursor where you want the macro to print, enter a single
space, then do the following:
CTRL-F8 Print Format menu
A select Insert Printer Command option
<27>&fs#y3x1S enter the printer command (enter the macro ID in place of
the #)
F7 exit back to the document
Version 5.0
Version 5.1
Position the cursor where you want the macro to print, enter a single
space, then do the following:
SHIFT-F8 Format menu
4 Other Formats
6 Printer Functions
2 Printer Commands
1 Enter a Command
<27>&fs#y3x1S enter the printer command (enter the macro ID in place of
the #)
F7 exit back to the document
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Appendix A
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PCX2PCL Error Messages
The messages that you may encounter when running PCX2PCL are listed below
with the reason(s) for the message.
Error #
These errors can only happen when rotating (see /L option ) or
reversing (see /N option) the image. These errors should never
occur. Please report these errors, along with the number, to
TaxWare.
File Names Cannot Be The Same
The PCX and PCL filenames cannot be the same
Insufficient Memory
The program requires more memory to run. Unload memory resident
software.
Not A Valid PCX File
The file is not a valid PCX file
Unable To Open PCX File (filename)
The file does not exist, or you do not have rights sufficient to
open it.
Appendix B
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Correspondence
TaxWare is customer-driven. The evolution of our products results from
your feedback and intuitive suggestions. We can continue to serve you
best when you let us know what you like or dislike about our products
and services. Please talk to us. Bug reports and enhancement requests
are encouraged. Direct all communications to:
TaxWare
attn: PCX2PCL
PO Box 2014
Provo, UT 84603-2014
Phone: (801) 489-3732 (Monday thru Friday, 10am-5pm MDT)
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Index
Appendix A . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Appendix B . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Applications . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Chapter One . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Chapter Three . . . . . . . . . . 5
Chapter Two . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Copyright Notice . . . . . . . . . i
Correspondence . . . . . . . . . . 8
DBASE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
DOWNLOAD . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . 8
Examples . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Lotus 1-2-3 . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Macro Usage . . . . . . . . . . . 3
MicroSoft Word . . . . . . . . . . 6
MicroSoft Word For Windows . . . . 6
Quattro Pro . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Registered and Shareware
Version Differences . . 1
Spellbinder . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Symphony . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
System Requirements . . . . . . . 1
Table of Contents . . . . . . . ii
TaxWare . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . i
UNLOAD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Warranty Disclaimer . . . . . . . i
WordPerfect . . . . . . . . . . . 7
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