Serial Interface

Explanation of Signal Names

F. GND (Frame Ground)

Connected to the printer case.

TXD (Transmit Data (Send Data))

Transmission line for sending serial data from the printer to the Host.

RXD (Receive Data)

Transmission line for the printer to receive serial data from the Host.

DSR (Data Set Ready)

Signal line which indicates to the printer that the Host is ready to receive. A low level reset can be carried out through the menu setting.

S. GND (Signal Ground)

The GND (earth) for the signal line.

DTR (Data Terminal Ready)

Signal line which indicates to the Host that the printer is ready to receive.

RTS (Request To Send)

Pulled up to +10V at 3.3k ohms.

INIT

This is the signal line used by the host to send a reset command to the printer. (However, this is when enabling of the INIT signal by the menu setting has been selected.)

Input/Output Circuits

Input Circuit

Signal Name

Configuration

RXD

 

DSR

Compatible with µPD4721.

Output Circuit

Signal Name

Configuration

TXD

DTR

Compatible with µPD4721.

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CBM America CBM-262 user manual Explanation of Signal Names, Input/Output Circuits