Interface Selection - SATO /s8408 Operator's Manual

INTERFACE SELECTION

This unit presents the printer interface types and their specifications. These specifications include detailed
information to assist in the selection of the most appropriate method for the printer to interface with the host. The
five acceptable interface methods are:
•RS232C High-Speed Serial
•IEEE1284 Parallel
•Universal Serial Bus (USB)
•Local Area network (LAN) Ethernet
•IEEE802.11b/g Wireless LAN
Following the selection of the desired interface, proceed to the next unit for instructions on how to configure the
printer for that interface type.
WARNING: NEVER CONNECT OR DISCONNECT INTERFACE
CABLES (OR USE A SWITCH BOX) WITH POWER APPLIED TO
EITHER THE HOST OR THE PRINTER. THIS MAY CAUSE DAM-
AGE TO THE INTERFACE CIRCUITRY IN THE PRINTER/HOST,
AND IT IS NOT COVERED BY WARRANTY.
NOTE: Some hosts monitor the Request-To-Send (RTS) signal (pin 4
of 25) to determine if the printer is ready to receive data. Since the
printer does not generate this signal, the RTS line must be held true
(high) in order to allow communication. This can be performed by con-
necting the RTS pin to the Clear-To-Send (CTS) signal (pin 5 of 25).
S8400 Series Operator Manual
Unit 3: Installation
Figure 3-6, Interface Installation
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Interface Card
Screw x2
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