Introduction; System Requirements; Digital Environment; Pc Environment - Digital Equipment LA400plus User Manual

This is a short guide to installing and setting up the DIGITAL Matrix Printer LA400plus to work
within a Digital or a PC environment. It also introduces some basic concepts defining the global
hardware and firmware organization of the printer.

System Requirements

The following information details the requirements for a proper installation and functioning of
your printer.

Digital Environment

There are no specific requirements since your DIGITAL Matrix Printer LA400plus is a Digital
printer, especially designed and manufactured for perfect integration in the Digital environment.

PC Environment

Check the following interface definition and connectors:
Serial Interface
- Version: DEC423 (RS423 compatible).
- Connector: Use a Digital MMJ adaptor. For
a 9 pins connector on your PC, use a
H8571-J Digital adaptor.

Introduction

Parallel Interface
- The parallel interface cable is not provided.
Use a Digital parallel cable: BC19M-06
(6 feet) or BC19M-10 (10 feet).
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