Printing a Codeplug From DOS RSS

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billy7834
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Printing a Codeplug From DOS RSS

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Is it possible to print a codeplug from DOS RSS (ie; Saber, etc.) with a printer that is connected via USB cable? I know the DOS software will be looking for a parallel connected printer. It is just a convenience issue for me, not critical, but was wondering if anyone found a way to do it.
Will
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Re: Printing a Codeplug From DOS RSS

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I use a DOS program called Vprint.com that intercepts the print commands and makes a file. The file then can be read with any
word processor and printed in windows.
tvsjr
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Re: Printing a Codeplug From DOS RSS

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Will wrote:I use a DOS program called Vprint.com that intercepts the print commands and makes a file. The file then can be read with any
word processor and printed in windows.
Ditto. You aren't going to have much if any luck printing to a USB printer from DOS.
billy7834
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Re: Printing a Codeplug From DOS RSS

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Does anyone have a link to that program? It is not Vprint.com....that goes to Vistaprint. Thanks.
Will
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Re: Printing a Codeplug From DOS RSS

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If you need the program, PM me with the request and your Email add. I will be glad to send it along.
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Re: Printing a Codeplug From DOS RSS

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Here is a link to the Virtual printer program.

http://files.chatnfiles.com/Hall%20Of%2 ... VPRINT.COM

Syntax: vprint filename < "vpint spectra.txt"

Then when you want to edit and or print, load the file load into your favorite word processor or notepad and print it from there.
billy7834
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Re: Printing a Codeplug From DOS RSS

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Thanks Will.
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