Parallel Printers (1664A Only) - Agilent Technologies 1660A Series User Reference

Parallel Printers (1664A Only)

The 1664A interfaces directly with Centronix (parallel) printers including the
HP ThinkJet, HP QuietJet, HP LaserJet, HP PaintJet, and HP DeskJet
printers.
Parallel Printer Setup
To set up the parallel printer, perform the following steps:
Turn off the instrument and connect a parallel cable from the printer
1
to the parallel printer port connector on the rear panel of the
instrument. Turn on the instrument.
Parallel Printer Port
connector
Parallel Printer Port Connector
Before turning on the printer, configure the printer (switches/menu)
2
for parallel operation. Information for parallel operation is located in
the User's Guide provided with the printer.
Parallel Configuration
From the Printer/Controller menu, perform the following steps to configure
the Parallel interface for printing:
Select the
1
Printer Setup field.
Connecting a Printer
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