Tuesday, 25 March 2014

Computer Studies Made Simple : Plotters

Plotters

A plotter is an output device that produces high quality image graphics using different colors.

Applications

Plotters are used for:

Charts

Graphs

Maps

Architectural designs.

It has got markers in a  mechanical arm and draws lines on paper.

Types of plotters:

1.Flat bed plotter:

This is used to plot or draw images.

It contains pens for drawing images.

The paper is placed on table like surface.

Software gives instructions to the pen to move down on the paper and pen moves in a way to create the 
required images.

They usually contain one or more pens of different colors and widths.


2.Drum plotter:

This works by using a rotating cylinder.

The drawing pens are attached to the cylinder.

The pens move from one side to another and create the required images.






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