Connecting The Printer To Your Computer; Using The Parallel Interface - Epson LX-1170 User Manual

Connecting the Printer to Your Computer

Your printer includes both an IEEE-1284-compatible parallel
interface and an EIA-232D serial interface. Before you begin, place
the printer upright, as shown below. (This makes it easier to
connect the cable.)
Connect your computer to the desired interface as described
below.
Note:
You can connect a cable to both interfaces; the printer switches
automatically to the appropriate interface when it receives data.

Using the parallel interface

You need a shielded, twisted-pair cable no longer than 2 meters
to use the parallel interface.
Follow these steps to connect the printer to the computer using
the parallel interface:
1. Turn off both the computer and the printer.
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