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AMT Datasouth 400 manual Appendix B INTERFACE SPECIFICATIONS, Introduction, Serial

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Appendix B: INTERFACE SPECIFICATIONS

Appendix B: INTERFACE SPECIFICATIONS

Introduction

This appendix presents the interface specifications of I/O ports for the printer. These specifications include pin assignments, protocols and detailed information about how to properly interface your printer with your host or terminal.

Serial

Pin Configuration

The RS-232 connector on the printer side is a female, DB-9.

Pin	Direction	Definition

1	Tied to in 6	Not used
2	In	Receive Data (RxData)

3	Out	Transmit Data (TxData)

4	-	No connection
5	-	Logic Ground

6	Tied to pin 1	Not used

7	Out	Request to Send (RTS)
8	In	Clear to Send (CTS)

9	Out	+5V

Note: Pin 9 is reserved for Keyboard Device Unit (KDU) only, do not connect this pin if you are using a general host like a PC.

Connection with host:
Host 25S	Printer 9P
(PC or compatible)
DTR 20 -----------	1
DSR 6 -----------	6
TX 2 -----------	2 RX
RX 3 -----------	3 TX
CTS 5 -----------	7 RTS
RTS 4 -----------	8 CTR
GND 7 -----------	5 GND

Host 9S	Printer 9P
(PC or compatible)
DTR 4 -----------	1
DSR 6 -----------	6
TX 3 -----------	2 RX
RX 2 -----------	3 TX
CTS 8 -----------	7 RTS
RTS 7 -----------	8 CTS
GND 5 -----------	5 GND

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AMT Datasouth 400 manual Appendix B INTERFACE SPECIFICATIONS, Introduction, Serial

Contents

Fastmark 400 Series User’s GuideBarcode Label Printer Part No. 110021 ATRADEMARK CREDITS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND OTHER NOTICESTECHNICAL SUPPORT CONVENTIONSTable of Contents Internal Fonts Symbol SetCourier Font Set Internal Bar CodesTable of Figures Users Guide this page intentionally left blankFigure 1 - Fastmark 400 series PRODUCT DESCRIPTIONFigure 2 - Included Materials UNPACKING and INSPECTIONFigure 3 - Switches, Indicators and Connections INSTALLATION AND CONFIGURATIONFinding a Location for the Printer Figure 4 - Power Connection Connecting the Power CordFigure 5 - Printer to Host Connecting the Printer to Your HostPrint a SELF-TEST to review serial settings Thermal Transfer Media only Loading the RibbonFigure 6 - Printhead Latches Top Cover in Open Position Printhead Latch Printhead LatchFigure 7 - Ribbon Core Notch Location Figure 8 - Ribbon Loading Figure 9 - Open Printhead Module Loading MediaPrinthead Latch Printhead Latch Users GuideFigure 11 - Loading Media Figure 10 - Media Spindle and Retainer DiskRetainer Disk Media Spindle Media guidesIf too tight so that the media may buckle and a paper jam could occur 9. Slide in the Right Media Guide until it is snug with the mediaFigure 12 - Loading Media - Peal and Present Loading Media when Peel and Present Option is InstalledFigure 13 - Loading Media - Cutter Loading Media When Cutter is EquippedFigure 14 - Switches and Indicators Switch, Indicators and ConnectionsOPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Label Sensor Calibration Procedure Printers Internal Self Test Procedure and Configuration Report Users Guide Self Test Pattern for PPLAFigure 15 - Self Test Sample - PPLA Emulation Users Guide Self Test Pattern for PPLBFigure 16 - Self Test Sample - PPLB Emulation Note Hex mode is only available when PPLB emulation is installed Resetting the Printer to Factory Default SettingsEntering into HEX Print mode Note STXKI7n command is ignored by model FM402DT COMMAND QUICK REFERENCECommand Set for the PPLA Symbol 1. Control codes for the printer commands2. There is no space code in the command Code hexadecimalSTXa Notes The formatting and editing commands should be grouped together, lead by STXL and ended by E command Command Editing Commandsformat DescriptionObject Object TableString DescriptionNote No spaces are after the escape character Such commands are only used for soft fonts with PCL formatCommand Set for the PPLB Parameter Command ContDescription 1. x and y represents horizontal and vertical co-ordinate values A\WIN95 A\NT40 A\WIN98 A\WIN2000 Driver InstallationPRINTER DRIVER 10. You may wish to change the Printer Name to be more descriptive. Also select this printer as the Default printer. Click Next Parameter setting How to Use the DriverDetails Tab Print to the following port Print using the following driverOrientation Paper Paper sizeSet portrait or landscape according to the print direction Users GuideMedia choice Paper sourceCopies More OptionsPrint speed for the FM402TT can be set at 1 to 3 IPS Device OptionsPrint speed for the FM402DT and FM403TT can be set for 1 to 2 IPS Users GuideTroubleshooting TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCEPossible Problems Host and Data related errorsSolutions ProblemNote Direct Thermal media can be used with a ribbon Recoveryhowever inadequate heat transfer may result in light print. It is not recommended to use Direct ThermalFigure 17 - Printhead Location Preventive MaintenanceFigure 18 - Platen Roller Cleaning the Platen RollerFigure 19 - Paper Compartment and Paper Sensor Cleaning the Paper CompartmentCleaning the paper sensor Specification Appendix A Printer SpecificationsFM402DT FM402TTFonts, Bar Codes and Graphics Serial RS-232 cable Optional AccessoriesExternal media suppler for media roll with max. 8 inch OD Peel and Present Cutter Flash memory Font boardSerial Appendix B INTERFACE SPECIFICATIONSIntroduction Parity bit None Three Wire connectionSerial port Set-up Parameters Auto Polling Parallel CentronicsAppendix C ASCII TABLE Users Guide Appendix D FONTS AND BAR CODES FOR THE PPLA EmulationInternal Fonts Users Guide Users Guide Font Users Guide Users Guide Courier Font SetUsers Guide Users Guide Users Guide Users Guide Internal Bar CodesUsers Guide Users Guide Users Guide 8 bit symbol sets Appendix E FONTS AND BAR CODES FOR PPLB Emulation7 bit symbol sets Internal FontsUsers Guide Symbol SetUsers Guide Users Guide Users Guide Internal Bar CodesUsers Guide Charlotte, NC AMT Datasouth Corp704 525 Corporate Headquarters