Device Type Selection
When you create a new output device or change an existing one, it is sometimes hard to choose the appropriate device type. This function assists you in finding the best choice.
- For Non-Unicode systems, the traditional device type selection is displayed.
- For Unicode systems, the newer variant of the device type selection is displayed, in which a wizard guides you through the selection of the device type.
You can also switch back to the traditional device type selection in a Unicode system.
The Device Type Selection function recommends you the most appropriate device type(s) for your output device after you have entered a couple of selection criteria, such as the name of the printer manufacturer and the language(s) to be printed in. As a result you will see a list of printer model – device type combinations out of which you can select the most suitable device type.
For more information, see Using Traditional Device Type Selection (Non-Unicode) or Using the Device Type Wizard (Unicode).
The relationship between printer model and device type needs to be updated in the system on a regular basis. For more information, see Updating the Device Type Selection Data.