Parallel Cable Requirements - Oki OKIPAGE14i Manual

Parallel Cable Requirements

Ÿ To comply with FCC regulations, the cable must be shielded with twisted
pair conductors, and must be UL and CSA approved.
Ÿ Maximum length for standard bi-directional cable is 6 feet (1.8 meters).
The standard parallel cables available at computer stores should work
fine. For extended distances, higher quality IEEE 1284-compliant cables
are available.
Ÿ Printer connector is IEEE 1284-B receptacle (36 pins, 0.085" center line).
Ÿ Port supports bi-directional IEEE 1284 communications (compatibility,
nibble, and ECP modes).
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