Genicom PC4 manual Computer Connection, Centronics Parallel Interface

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Chapter 2 — Installation

Computer Connection

All EasyCoder PC4 models are fitted with a 36pin female Centronics connector for the parallel interface port, a DB-9pin female connector for the RS-232 serial interface port, and a USB connector. Though all ports can be connected simultaneously, only one should be used at a time.

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Centronics Parallel Interface

If you intend to use the Intermec InterDriver or any version of Intermec LabelShop, connect the parallel communication cable delivered between the printer’s Centronics interface connector and the parallel port of your PC (LPT1).

The parallel interface can also be used for programming the printer using the ESim protocol described in the Intermec ESim v6.XX, Programmer’s Reference Manual. However, prompts and other information from printer to host cannot be transmitted, since the parallel interface is one-way (host-to-printer) only.

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Contents EasyCoder PC4 Bar Code Label Printer 6001 36th Ave. W FCC Notice United States of America DOC Notice CanadaEU Standard EN 55022 The European Union Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise Safety Instructions EasyCoder PC4 Declaration of Conformity CEContents Technical Data TroubleshootingMedia Specifications InterfacesFirmware Upgrading Before You Begin Safety SummarySafety Icons Warranty Information Web Support Telephone Support Global Services and SupportIntroduction Description of EasyCoder PC4 Safety Summary Introduction Installation Unpacking Power Connection Memory Cartridge Installation of Memory CartridgeCentronics Parallel Interface Computer ConnectionUSB Interface Serial RS-232 InterfaceSoftware Installation Installation Operation Controls and Indicators On/Off SwitchFeed Key Indicator Lamp Printer resetGreen solid Media loaded Media Compartment Tear-Off Media LoadLabel Taken Sensor Tear-Off Operation Operation Peel-Off Operation Operation Cut-Off Operation Operation External Supply Loading a Fresh Ribbon Roll Ribbon LoadRemoving a Partially Used Ribbon Label Gap Sensor AdjustmentTest Mode Operation Maintenance Printhead Cleaning External CleaningTroubleshooting Solution or Reason ProblemDirect Thermal Printing Thermal Transfer PrintingTechnical Data Net Weight DimensionsPower Ambient TemperatureMedia Printable AreaThermal Transfer Ribbons Printing SpeedBar Codes FormattingMemory User Interface Accessories and OptionsAppendix a Technical Data Media Specifications Premium Quality Direct Thermal MediaEconomy Quality North AmericaUncoated Papers Thermal Transfer MediaCoated Papers Polyethylene PlasticsTransfer Ribbons Media Roll Size CoreRoll ← a → Media width incl. liner Labels← b → Label length ← c → Label gap height← a → Tag or strip width Tags and Strip with Slots← b → Tag length ← c → Detection slot widthTags and Strip with Black Marks ← c → Detection slot width ← c → Black mark width← d → Black mark height Plain Continuous Stock Appendix B Media Specifications Interfaces Parallel Interface Pin Signal Name TransmitterDB-9 RS-232 Serial InterfaceUSB Interface Firmware Upgrading Using a PC Using a Memory CartridgeRequirements Instructions Appendix D Firmware Upgrading Page 960636-00