Connections - SATO GY412 Operator's Manual

2.4 CONNECTIONS

2.4.1 Interface connections
Interface options are factory installed.
The following interface types are standard:
• RS-232-C interface board
• LAN interface board
• USB interface board
Connect interface cable from the printer to the host computer. Use the cable that is compatible with the
standard of the interface board as stated in Section 7: Interface Specifications. Make sure the cable is
correctly oriented before you insert it.
2.4.2 Main Port and Sub Port
Your printer's interface (RS-232-C, USB, or LAN) can be set to Main Port or Sub Port. When the interface is
set to the Main Port, it can receive various SBPL commands and it can execute print operations.
You can monitor the printer status through the interface when it is set to Sub Port.
You will need to determine which Main Port and which Sub Port your printer will use. Main Port and Sub Port
cannot use the same interface at the same time.
By assigning the interfaces to the Main Port and Sub Port, you can establish various types of communication.
2.4.2.1 Main Port
The Main Port receives the print data mainly. All the SBPL commands can be used for this port.
2.4.2.2 Sub Port
The Sub Port monitors the printer status and connects the printer with the external device. For available
commands, refer to 3.2 Return Status.
2.4.3 Interface Combination
The interface combinations that can be used for Main Port and Sub Port are as follows.
o: Settable
RS-232C
Sub Port USB
LAN
2.4.4 Attaching Interface Cable
This section explains the power cable and interface cable connection procedures. The GY412 interface types
are:
USB interface: USB B-type connector
LAN interface (10/100 BASE)
RS-232C interface
GY412 Operator Manual
Main Port
RS-232C USB
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LAN
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