Appendix B Host Computer Interface
[ ]: Signal names in the Auto mode and Nibble (high) mode (IEEE1284).
In the Auto mode and Nibble (high) mode, these signals are bi- directional.
Detailed descriptions of the signals follow.
Strobe* [nStrobe] (Pin 1)A
These eight signals form the data byte sent from the host computer to the printer. Data 7 [8] is the most significant bit.
Acknowledge* [nAck] (Pin 10)This
This signal is high when the printer is busy and low when it is able to accept more data.
Paper Empty [PError] (Pin 12)This signal goes high when the printer has received a print job and run out of paper.
Online [Select] (Pin 13)This signal is high when the printer is online and low when the printer is offline. It goes low when the GO key is pressed to set the printer offline.
+5 V DC (Pin 18)This line is connected to the printer’s +5 V DC line (+5 V ±0.5 V, maximum 400 mA [Serial and Parallel total], fused).
Error* [nFault] (Pin 32)When the
This signal is high when the printer is turned on.
NOTE
The Paper Empty, Online, and Error signals are not used unless enabled by the FRPO command (O2 parameter).
2. USB Interface
This printer supports the
2.1 Specifications
Basic specificationComplies with the
Printer:
Cable:
Use a shielded cable that complies with USB 2.0 and not longer than 5 meters (16 feet).
Transfer ModeFull speed (max. 480 Mbps)
Power Control2.2 Interface Signals
USB Connector Pin AssignmentPin | Signal | Description |
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1 | Vbus | Power supply (+5 V) |
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2 | D- | Data transmission |
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3 | D+ | Data transmission |
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4 | GND | Signal ground |
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Shell |
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