Ieee1284 Parallel Interface - SATO M-84PRO Operation Manual

Section 6. Troubleshooting

IEEE1284 PARALLEL INTERFACE

The parallel interface for the M-84PRO printers is a Plug-In Interface Module that can
be installed by the user. It conforms to the IEEE1284 specification. It will
automatically detect the IEEE1284 signals and operate in the high speed mode. If it
does not detect the IEEE1284 signals, it will operate in the standard Centronics
mode, which is significantly slower. For this reason, an interface cable and host
interface conforming to the IEEE1284 specification must be present to fully utilize the
speed capabilities. This interface also operates bi-directionally and can report the
status of the printer back to the host.
ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Printer Connector
Cable Connector
Cable
Signal Level
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AMP 57-40360 (DDK) or equivalent
AMP 57-30360 (DDK) or equivalent
IEEE1284 Parallel, 10 ft. (3 m) or less
High = +2.4V to +5.0V
Low = 0V to -0.4V
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