Chapter 3: Setting Up The Printer; Connecting The Printer - DataCard ImageCard IV User Manual

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Connecting the printer

This section explains how to connect the printer to the PC that runs the printer driver
and then to a power source. It also explains how to connect the optional smart card
cable.
If the printer is connected over a network, see the e-Guide for ImageCard IV Printers
for connection information.
Connect communication cables
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Attach the interface cable to the ECP parallel port on the PC (step 1 in
The interface cable must be a shielded, Type C, IEEE 1284 parallel port cable, up
to a maximum of 6.5 feet (2 meters) long.
Power cord
receptacle
Service port
Printer
parallel port
Figure 3-1: Attach the interface cable
Attach the other end of the interface cable to the printer (step 2 in
If the PC has more than one parallel port, make sure you use the ECP-capable
parallel port on the PC. Also, note whether the port is LPT1 or LPT2, so you can
specify the port when installing the printer driver.
Setting up the printer
ECP parallel port
on PC (LPTx)
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User's Guide for the ImageCard® IV Printer
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