[comp.sys.mac.hardware] Plain paper imagesetters

gabe@sol.ctr.columbia.edu (Gabe Wiener) (09/22/90)

Howdy, folks.  I'm looking to get some users' feedback on laser printers
with a >300 DPI output.  In particular, I'm looking for something that
is --

	Under $8K (_well_ under $8K would be even better)
	PostScript compatible
	Not much larger than a LaserWriter IINT
	Hopefully 800 or 1000 DPI
	If possible, faster than 8 pages per minute (not essential)
	Faster than an NT (hopefully faster than an NTX)

Anyone have any experience with an animal that fits all (or most) of these
specs?  I've heard NEC has some hardware that fits the bill.  Anyone know?

I've also seen ads for a system called the LaserMax 1000.  Has anyone had
any hands-on experience with this system?  If so, I'd appreciate hearing
your comments also.  I know the LaserMax needs a controller card, which
rules out using it on an SE/30.  I'd rather go Serial, SCSI, or AppleTalk,
but if a controller card is necessary, so be it.

Thanks in advance....

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