Hardcopy HP DesignJet 650C Questions

[Steffen Meyer]

The group I work with is considering purchasing a large 
format (C,D,E) as well as A & B size color hard copy for
GIS/Remote Sensing Raster Technolgy.

We are considering the DesignJet HP 650C plotter/printer by 
Hewlett Packard.  Our representative is stating 
  resolution of color 300 dpi, b/w 600 dpi; 
  36 inch plot width with 150 feet ( :-} ) length.
  HPGL and PS languages.

The price seems very affordable for the features, format size, 
speed, and floor space required by the porinter compared to other 
devices of similar format.  

Does anyone have experience creating output for this device?  

Are there considerations for typical appraoches to 
GRASS hardcopy ppm, etc. we should be aware of up front?

Are other competitive products available we should consider?

Any comments would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks

Steffen Meyer              
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