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AMT Datasouth 4600 Parallel Centronics, Auto Polling, Data1, Data3, Data4, Data5, Data6, Data7

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Parallel (Centronics)

The parallel port is a standard 36-pin Centronics connector. Pin assignments are as follows:

Pin	Direction	Definition	Pin	Direction	Definition
1	In	/STROBE	13	Out	SELECT
2	In	Data1	14,15		NC
3	In	Data 2	16	-	Ground
4	In	Data3	17	-	Ground
5	In	Data4	18
6	In	Data5	19~30	-	Ground
7	In	Data6	31		NC
8	In	Data7	32	Out	/Fault
9	In	Data8	33~36	-	NC
10	Out	/ACK
11t	Out	BUSY
12	Out	PE

Auto Polling

Both the serial port and parallel port of this printer can be active at the same time, i.e. the printer can simultaneously communicate with two PCs via different ports. However as no port contention is made for this printer, if both PCs transmit data at the same time the data may become damaged in the receiving buffer.

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AMT Datasouth 4600 manual Parallel Centronics, Auto Polling, Data1, Data3, Data4, Data5, Data6, Data7, Data8

Contents

User’s Guide Fastmark 4600 PLUS SeriesThermal Transfer Barcode Printer Table of Contents Table of Contents Technical ReferenceIMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND OTHER NOTICES TRADEMARK CREDITSGetting Started UnpackingPackage Contents 2. Installation Quick Start Guide3. CD Rom User Guides, Utility Software & Drivers 4. AC Power Cord 1. Fastmark 4600 PLUS Series PrinterConnecting the Power Cord WARNING! Do not operate the printer in an area where it might get wetPlacing the Printer Getting to Know Your Printer Front PanelLED Indicators ButtonsFor the FM 4602 PLUS Series, and the FM 4603 PLUS Series models, modes ofLCD Display Setting Display Language 300,PAL/PPLZ ESC FOR KEYBD203,PAL/PPLZ WITH B.C. READER 300,PAL/PPLZ WITH B.C. READERChanging Settings from the Panel Setting ProcedureBasic Printer Features and Parameter Settings , PPLA/PPLB NOTE Features can vary based on printer model. Do not change settingsduring printing or communication Printer Features and Parameter Settings, PAL/PPLZ Feature Factory DefaultINSTALLED characteristics. OnceInternal Parts and Features Ribbon Pick-up SpindleRibbon Supply Spindle Media Supply Spindle Rear Feed Slot Head Latch Thermal Printhead Paper Drive RollerPeeler Option Cutter Module Loading Ribbon and Media Loading a RibbonFront Access 2. Turn the head latch counter-clockwise and open the bracket. Figure HeadBracket Ribbon Supply4. Lead the ribbon through the print head module. Figure 6. Insert the core onto the ribbon pick-up spindle. FigureRibbon Pick-upLoading Media Standard Modeoutside media guide. Figure HeadLatch Outside3. Lead the media through the print head module and under the paper sensor guide. Figure Page Peel Off Mode Backing PaperRemove labels Media Backing/Liner Print HeadModule Dispenser4. Close the peeler module using the peel-off mechanism release lever. Figure Cutting Mode Cutter Module Print Head Module Paper Sensor GuideHead Outside Media GuideControl Panel Operation Front PanelLED Indicators Pressed and held down during Power UP ButtonsButton FunctionPressed during normal operation ButtonFunction Pressed for Special functionsWith Keyboard Option installed LCD DisplayStandard Printer With Barcode Reader OptionFront Panel Set-up Menu PRINT MODE DIRECT THERMALSet-up Mode Buttons1. Power on the printer Typical Set-up Control Panel Features features may differ among Feature ItemFactory Default 2. Make sure the settings you desire has an * character by the valuePALTM Print and Program Overview Traditional PrintingLegacy Data Stream Interpretation Standalone/Downtime Applications Host System Ability to operate on line from host or off line in stand-alone mode Calibration & Configuration Performing CalibrationPrinting a Configuration Report Resetting to Factory Default Settings 3. Printed label count is not resetComputer Connections USB Interface RequirementsCentronics Parallel Port Serial RS-232 Port Ethernet 10/100 Internal Printer Server Option1. Centronics allows a much higher communication speed than serial this cableEthernet Module Status Indicators LED StatusDescription BlinkingEthernet LED Indicators Green LED Amber LEDCommunicating with the Printer Page 6. Click Finish 7. Select Install printer drivers and Click Next 8. Select model & emulationTIA-230 TIA-230E TIZ-230 9. Select the port of the printer and click Next Not Shared LT1 YES TIA-230E 7.1.8M-0 installed Installed printer TIA-230E PPLBTroubleshooting Media ProblemsNote If problem continues perform a label sensor calibration LED and LCD DiagnosisRibbon Problems Other ProblemsNote After problem is solved, press CANCEL to continue printing Light /Missing Print Miscellaneous Recovery Cleaning the Print Head Note Turn off the printer before cleaningCaring for Your Printer depending on actual usage and conditionsCleaning the Roller Cleaning the Media Compartmentdust or adhesives General Specifications Technical Reference24lbs11kgs PPLA PPLBPAL/PPLZ Fonts, Bar Codes and Graphics Specification Printer Programming Language A, PPLAPrinter Programming Language B, PPLB Printer Programming Language Z, PPLZ Interface Specifications Connector Terminal Pin AssignmentUSB series “B” Receptacle Interface Serial Interface if you use a general host such as a PCConnection with Host Printer Pin 2- RxData ……… Pin 3- TxData ……… Pin 5- Ground ……… Terminal/Host TxData RxData GroundData format always 8 data bits, 1 start bit and 1 stop bit ParityParallel Centronics Auto PollingData1 Data3Ethernet Interface SignalASCII TABLE Appendix A Printer Status Keyboard Form Control FunctionsAppendix B Stand-alone Keyboard and Barcode Reader Example Making a Keyboard Form READY 203,PPLB ESC FOR KEYBD KBDFORM5. Key-in the product name and number Product Name ? Barcode Printer Product No. ? 0123456789 6. Input the label count and copy countOutput ENTER to go on Or ESC to returnBarcode Reader Example Making a Barcode Reader Form Output Product No.? 11223344 Product Name? APPLEAppendix C Cutter Installation Refer to the following steps to install the cutter kit onto printers1. Turn off the printer 2. Remove the top covers on both left and right sides9. Set parameter “CUTTER INSTALLED”, on the LCD to the ON position 5. Loosen and remove the two screws 4 from bracket8. Turn on the printer 1. Put the media end on the roller 2. Close the TPH latch 3. Turn on the printer4. Press the FEED button to feed the media end through the cutter After the cutter is installed, install media and ribbonAppendix D Dispenser Installation Install a dispenser into the printer as follows1. Turn off the printer 2. Remove the top cover on both left and right sidesPage 6. Install the ribbon and media 7. Turn on the printer 8. Set parameter “DISPENSER INSTALLED” on the LCD to the ON positionAppendix E Adjusting Ribbon Tension Appendix F Switching Ribbon Wound Ink-side out or Ink-side in