Dear John, Not every printer requires Windows software in order to work. My LaserJet IIP plus works fine with the BN. Of course, it's an older LaserJet, but I'm almost positive the newer LaserJets don't need Windows software. All printers need drivers, and the BN has the drivers for the LaserJet.
I do think that PDI needs to incorporate more drivers for more printers into the BN. Compared to what my PC offers, their choices are pitiful. I would definitely check to see if there's a HewLett-Packard LaserJet dealer in the Uk who could assist you. Many salespeople in regular stores don't know what they're talking about. Terri, Amateur radio call sign KF6CA. Army MARS call sign AAT9PX, California ----- Original Message ----- From: "john goddard" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Braillenote" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Monday, December 22, 2003 8:38 AM Subject: [Braillenote] Printer Advice Sought, Please > Hail, all ... > > I think my query is probably primarily for UK users. > > I'm needing to get a new printer. I understand that laser printers need less attention than inkjets; and given my low level of competence in dealing with modern machinery, the less, the better. So I looked up the list of printers that Braillenote is able to operate, where I found only one specific mention of lasers: the HP Laserjet. On a visit to my local computergoods store, however, I was told that all printers require software to be downloaded to a computer in order for the computer to drive them. So I checked with Pulsedata here in Britain, and was informed that the list of printers already mentioned indicated that the appropriate software for those printer types is already onboard. As there was nothing in the store actually called an HP Laserjet, however, I checked further that the printer that the salesman said was still a Laserjet (though it was no longer called that) would work with my Braillenote. The answer was that it would, but might not print pound and oth! > er unspecified signs as required. So what would? The only printer my contact at Pulsedata was able to recommend, it turned out, was the one currently included in one of its packages. It was, indeed, the only one they'd tested. So why were all these other printers listed as being compatible with the Braillenote when Pulsedata doesn't know if they properly are? The essence of the answer seemed to be that that isn't Pulsedata's responsibility. I think it is. > > But to get back to me needing a new printer ... As it happens, the reason I do need a new printer is also why the only one that could be recommended isn't suitable; that is, I need more capacity and flexibility. Can anyone advise, please? > > 'Bye for now, > John Goddard. > > > ___ > To leave the BrailleNote list, send a blank message to > [EMAIL PROTECTED] > To view the list archives or change your preferences, visit > http://list.pulsedata.com/mailman/listinfo/braillenote >
