Ieee 1284 Parallel Interface - SATO DR308e Operator's Manual

Section 7: Interface Specifications

7.3 IEEE 1284 PARALLEL INTERFACE

The IEEE 1284 Interface on the printer complies with Centronics/ IEEE1284 standards.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.
The ECP mode is recommended for LPT1 port settings.
Make sure to change the LPT1 port settings through the BIOS settings.
7.3.1 Basic Specifications
Connector
Cable length
Signal level
Receive mode
Maximum receive
buffer capacity
Note:
Send print data while the printer is on.
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Printer side: Amphenol (DDK) 57 ~ 40360 or equivalent
Cable side: Amphenol(DDK) 57 ~ 30360 or equivalent
1.5m (5 ft.) or less
High level: +2.4 ~ +5.0V
Low level: +0.0 ~ +0.4V
Go to the Interface Mode of printer unit for selecting single-item buffer or
multi-buffer.
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Parallel Connector Pin Asignments
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