Parallel Interface
Parallel Interface
Parallel Interface Communication Modes
Interface Signals
The printer features fast data transmission with the parallel interface. The
parallel interface mode can be activated from the operator panel.
See
Parallel Interface Mode
Use a parallel printer cable that complies with the IEEE1284 standard.
You can choose from four communication modes:
Note
Communication
Mode
Auto [default]
Nibble (high)
Normal
High-speed
Table B-1
The pins of the parallel interface connector carry the signals listed in the
table in
Parallel Connector Pin Assignment
the table indicate signals that are active low. The table also indicates
whether each signal is incoming or outgoing with respect to the printer.
on page 1-74.
Reception
Transmission
High-speed/ECP
Nibble/ECP
High-speed
Nibble
High-speed
—
Normal
—
B-2
on page B-3. Asterisks in