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Serial port
11. Serial port
The MTC 6 is equipped with an externally accessible serial interface COM1. Resources
for the serial port are pre-defined in the system architecture and automatically managed
by the BIOS.
11.1. COM1 as a power supply (optional)
The COM1 port can optionally supply externally connected equipment with +5 V of
power.
The voltages are protected by internal fuses which limit the total consumed current to
1.1 A at 5 V.
Depending on the specific system configuration, the maximum current consumption may
be significantly lower.
11.2. Serial port printers
Printers with a serial port can be connected to the MTC 6.
11.3. Serial port barcode scanners
To activate the integrated scanner software wedge under MS
1. Open the Start menu and navigate to Settings | Control Panel | Accessibility.
2. Select the General tab.
3. Select Support accessibility options.
4. Click Settings.
5. Configure the desired COM1 port and BAUDrate.
6. Confirm the change with OK.
7. Click OK again for the changes to take effect.
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