3. Connecting the Printer
Parallel Connection
• The parallel interface cable is not supplied with the printer.
• The printer's parallel connection is a standard bidirectional interface that requires an IEEE 1284-
compliant 36-pin parallel cable and host computer parallel port.
• Use shielded interface cable. Unshielded cables create electromagnetic interference that could cause
malfunctions.
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• Voltage rating of the computer's parallel port: DC 5 V (max.)
1.
Turn off the printer and computer.
2.
Connect the cable to the interface socket of the IEEE 1284 interface board.
3.
Securely attach the other end of the parallel cable to your computer's parallel port. Secure
the cable.
• For details about settings for parallel connection printing, see Software Guide.
• For details about attaching the IEEE 1284 interface board, contact your sales or service representa-
tive.
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