Set Device-Specific Configurations

You can set device-specific configurations in the Autodesk Plotter Manager.

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Configure Hewlett-Packard DesignJets
Hewlett-Packard DesignJet plotters are supported by a Windows system printer driver developed by Hewlett-Packard. Visit to check for the latest HP DesignJet drivers.
Configure Hewlett-Packard HP-GL Plotters
Hewlett-Packard HP-GL plotters are supported through an RS-232C serial I/O port.
Configure Hewlett-Packard HP-GL/2 Devices
The HP-GL/2 nonsystem driver supports a variety of HP-GL/2 pen plotters and ink jet plotters.
Configure Xerox Devices
It is highly recommended that you use the Xerox HDI driver.
Configure CalComp Plotters
If you are using a CalComp plotter, you can use the Windows system printer.
Configure Houston Instruments Plotters
If you are using a newer Houston Instruments plotter, use the generic HP-GL or HP-GL/2 HDI drivers and configure your plotter in HP-GL or HP-GL/2 emulation mode.
Use the Autodesk HDI System Printer Driver
With the HDI system printer driver, you can use the plotter or printer you have configured with Windows.