Connecting The Cutter To The Computer; Serial Interface; Usb Interface - MUTOH Ultima User Manual

2.6. CONNECTING THE CUTTER TO THE COMPUTER

To make the connection between the cutter and the computer, you are offered two possibilities. The first
possibility is a 2-way RS-232C serial interface. The second possibility is a USB interface.

2.6.1. Serial Interface

The serial RS-232C interface enables the cutter to be connected to and controlled by an RS-232C
compatible host computer system. The cutter is equipped with a standard RS-232C - DB-9P connector on
the rear panel and requires a standard RS-232C DB-9S mating connector.
Step 1 : Make sure both the cutter and the computer are turned off. Connect one end of the serial
interface cable to the serial interface connector at the rear side of the cutting plotter.
Step 2 : Fasten the screws to secure the connector.
Step 3 : Connect the other end of the serial cable to your computer.
Notes
For proper operation of the serial communication, it will be necessary to match the computer settings to the
plotter settings!
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2.6.2. USB interface

Step 1 : Make sure the USB driver is installed as described in the application guide chapter 1.
Step 2 : Connect one end of the USB cable to the USB connector at the rear side of the cutting plotter.
Step 3 : Connect the other end of the USB cable to your computer or the network.
Notes
Using the serial/USB communication, your cutter will not only be able to receive data from the computer,
but will also be able to send information to the computer (media size, ...).
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AP-75032, Rev 2.2, 20/04/07