Interfaces; Overview - Printronix ProLine 5 Series Manual

Overview

This chapter describes the host interfaces provided with the printer. The printer
interface is the point where the data line from the host computer plugs into the
printer. The interface processes all communications signals and data to and
from the host computer. Communication signals and data may be sent over
parallel or serial lines.
IMPORTANT Only one interface can be used at a time, and it must be selected
via the configuration menu.
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This chapter describes the interfaces provided with the printer.
Standard Host Interfaces:
Centronics parallel
IEEE 1284 parallel bidirectional
High Speed Serial Port (RS–232/422)
Optional Host Interfaces:
Coax / Twinax
Dataproducts Long Lines
Dataproducts parallel
Ethernet 10Base T
Ethernet 10Base 2
In addition to descriptions for the multi–line interfaces, this chapter also provides
instructions for configuration of terminating resistors for the parallel interfaces.
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Interfaces