Interface Settings - SATO S84ex Operator's Manual

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Connect the applicator cable from the EXT connector of the printer to the applicator.
Use a cable that is compatible with the standard of the interface board as stated in
Interface Specifications. Check the orientation of the connector before you make the connection.
CAUTION
Do not connect or disconnect the interface cables (or use a switch box) with power supplied to either the
printer or computer. This action may cause damage to the interface circuitry in the printer or computer. The
warranty does not cover such damages.
2.5.3

Interface Settings

You can set the various interface settings of the printer through the interface mode menu. For details,
refer to Section 4.2.10 Interface
In interface mode, you need to configure both the data port and sub port. An overview of each port is
shown below.
Data port
When the interface is set to the data port, it can receive various SBPL commands and receive print data
from the host computer.
Data port selection: USB, LAN, RS-232C, IEEE1284, Bluetooth, WLAN (Wireless LAN)
The optional Bluetooth and optional wireless LAN are available if you have installed them.
* You cannot select the interface that has already been set for the SUB PORT.
Sub port
This port is for monitoring the printer status.
Sub port selection: NONE, USB, LAN, RS-232C, IEEE1284, Bluetooth, WLAN (Wireless LAN)
The optional Bluetooth and optional wireless LAN are available if you have installed them.
* You cannot select the interface that has already been set for the DATA PORT.
Note
The main port and sub port cannot simultaneously use the same interface.
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Mode.
Data port
- SBPL command (Print data)
- Printer status
Sub port
- Printer status
Section 8.13