Description
Linotype Linotronic 300 Film Imagesetter 1270-2540 DPI 12" Mac PC AS-IS
The Linotype Linotronic 300 is a professional PostScript film imagesetter designed for high-resolution prepress output. It accepts both Mac and PC PostScript file sources and can output to RC paper or film media up to 12 inches wide, at resolutions from 1270 to 2540 DPI across line screens from 85 to 200 lpi. This unit is being sold AS-IS for parts or repair.
Specifications & What's Included
- Model: Linotype Linotronic 300
- Type: Film Imagesetter (PostScript)
- Resolution: 1270 to 2540 DPI
- Line Screen Range: 85 to 200 lpi
- Media Width: 12 inches
- Output Media: RC paper and film
- Computer Compatibility: Mac and PC PostScript workflows
- Input Voltage: 115V~ or 230V~ (switchable)
- Fuse: 7A/250V (115V) or 4A/250V (230V)
- Laser Classification: Laser Klasse 1 (Class 1)
- Interface Ports: Two 25-pin parallel connectors (labeled LI 2 and LI 5) on rear panel
- Form Factor: Freestanding floor unit
- Front operator panel with membrane keypad: DEF, X/Y, MEMO, FILM DEF, INTERFACE, START, STOP, SAVE, DEL, SHIFT, DIAG, and FILM STOP functions
- What's Included: Unit only — no peripherals, software, cables, or manual included
Applications
The Linotronic 300 was a flagship product in Linotype's line of PostScript imagesetters, widely used in commercial print shops, service bureaus, newspapers, and publishing houses from the late 1980s through the 1990s. These machines were the backbone of professional prepress workflows during the desktop publishing era, taking PostScript files from applications like QuarkXPress, Adobe PageMaker, and Illustrator and imaging them directly to film or RC paper for platemaking or photographic reproduction. The Linotronic series played a central role in the transition from traditional paste-up typesetting to digital prepress. Today, units like this are primarily sought for parts, repair, or as artifacts of that pivotal era in print production history.
This Linotype Linotronic 300 Film Imagesetter is being sold AS-IS for parts or repair. When plugged in, the power indicator light comes on, but the display screen does not illuminate and the unit has not been tested beyond that. The specific fault is unknown and no further diagnosis has been performed. No peripherals, software, or manual are included — the unit ships exactly as shown in the photos. Please view our photo set and contact us if you have any questions.
Warranty Information
Additional Information
Brand: |
Linotype |
Model: |
Linotronic 300 |
MPN: |
Linotronic 300 |
Type: |
Film Imagesetter |
SKU: |
16047 |
Resolution: |
1270 to 2540 DPI |
Line Screen Range: |
85 to 200 lpi |
Media Width: |
12 inches |
Media Type: |
RC Paper and Film |
Computer Compatibility: |
Mac and PC |
Input Voltage: |
115V AC or 230V AC |
Fuse Rating: |
7A/250V (115V) or 4A/250V (230V) |
Laser Classification: |
Laser Klasse 1 (Class 1) |
Interface Ports: |
Two parallel ports (LI 2 and LI 5, 25-pin) |
Seller Notes: |
Unit only — no peripherals, software, or manual included. |
Country/Region of Manufacture: |
Germany |
Form Factor: |
Freestanding / Floor Unit |
Power Requirements: |
115V~ or 230V~, 50/60Hz |
Application: |
Prepress, Graphic Arts, Print Production |
Compatible With: |
Mac and PC PostScript workflows |
Condition Notes: |
Linotype Linotronic 300 Film Imagesetter sold AS-IS for parts or repair. Powers on (power light illuminates) but screen does not light up; not tested further. No peripherals, software, or manual included. |
California Prop 65 Warning: |
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead and lead compounds, and DEHP (a phthalate), which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Go to P65Warnings.ca.gov |