Using a Sharp JX Printer with Windows 3.1

ID: Q78988

The information in this article applies to:
  • Microsoft Windows versions 3.1, 3.11, 95

SYMPTOMS

When printing TrueType fonts from Microsoft Windows version 3.1 to a Sharp JX printer, you may receive the following error message:

Data Loss Error
There currently is a Windows 3.1 printer driver for the Sharp JX-9500PS printer ver.1.10 available from Sharp.


WORKAROUND

To work around this problem, configure the printer driver to print TrueType fonts as graphics:

  1. Run Control Panel and choose the Printers icon.


  2. Select the HP LaserJet II series printer driver being used.


  3. Choose the Setup button.


  4. Choose the Options button.


  5. Select the Print TrueType As Graphics check box.


  6. Choose the OK button twice to save the changes.



MORE INFORMATION

Sharp Technical Support recommends using the HP LaserJet II as a primary emulation mode and the Apple LaserWriter as a secondary emulation as a workaround if the above driver is not available.

Sharp JX printers are manufactured by a vendor independent of Microsoft; we make no warranty, implied or otherwise, regarding this product's performance or reliability.

Additional query words: 3.0 3.0a post script ps jx 9500 postscript non-postscript 9500H win95

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Version : WINDOWS:3.1,3.11,95
Platform : WINDOWS
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Last Reviewed: December 3, 1999
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