Minolta 0990-7701-02 user manual Connecting Printer to Host Computer, Power Switch

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Installation CHAPTER 1

3. Setting-Up

Connecting Printer to Host Computer

PRECAUTION

-This printer is equipped with the following two types of interface connectors for connection to the host computer. Select the correct interface to suit the host computer to be used.

Parallel interface

-Connector type: IEEE 1284 36-pin Amphenol (full)

-Typical compatible computer models: IBM PC/AT or compatible

(OS: Windows 3.1/3.11/95)

Serial interface

-Connector type: LocalTalk DIN-8 (only can use with optional PostScript SIMM)

-Typical compatible computer models: Apple Macintosh series

(OS: System Level 7 or higher)

-The type of interface cable used for connecting the printer to the host computer varies depending on the type of computer used. (This printer set does not contain an interface cable.)

Study the operator's manual of your computer and purchase the correct interface cable applicable to this printer and computer.

CAUTION

-ALWAYS use a shielded cable for the interface cable. Use of an unshielded interface cable could result in radio frequency interference.

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-Make sure that the “Hardware Setting-Up ☞the Unpacking/ Setting-Up Instructions and “Checking Print Operation” ☞p. 6 procedures have been completed.

-Turn the printer OFF.

Power Switch

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For Parallel Interface

-Connect one end of the interface cable to the parallel port of the host computer.

-Connect the other end of the interface cable to the interface connector on the back side of the printer.

-Secure the plug by closing the two clips provided.

Parallel Interface connector

Interface cable

-Check that the host computer to be connected to the printer is OFF.