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Plotting problems with AutoCAD 2000

Jim,

I have encountered a problem using true tye fonts in
Acad 2000. I am using fonts on a Cover Sheet and plotting to an
HP1050C plotter. The fonts come out very ragged with broken curves.
However, when I plot the same drawing in Acad14 and the same plotter, the
fonts are perfect. Is that a text parameter in Acad2000 that I am
missing?  I have tried reloading windows and acad drivers on the 2000
station. nothing changed. I tried changed fonts, but the problem continues.

Any suggestions?   
Thanks
Jack Camp
[email protected]

Jack,

A2K was notorious for this with the 1st release. You
need to make sure you have the latest service pack.
The updates are at
http://www3.autodesk.com/adsk/support/download/
If that doesn't solve
you problem you might want to get the latest driver
from HP - www.hp.com.
If all else fails go to
http://discussion.autodesk.com/WebX
and you'll see you're not alone.

good luck
Jim

Jack Replied:

Thanks
I downloaded the lastest service pack and it seems to have solved the problem.

Jack Camp

Email: [email protected]