3. Communication Requirements

Cable Interface

The printer accepts standard RS-232C electrical signal transmissions when it is connected to a DB-25S connector configured as Data Terminal Equipment (DTE). For correct operation, use all defined pins.

PC null modems

Plug the RS-232 cable into:

A serial (RS-232) port on your host computer or protocol converter

The 25-pin RS-232 connector on your printer. See "Installing the Printer" in your Equipment Manual.

The RS-232C cable interface is set up as a terminal device (DTE):

Pin Description

3 Received Data

5 Clear to SendInput

6 Data Set Ready

2 Transmitted data

4 Request to send Output

20 Data Terminal Ready

1

Protective ground

Ground

7Signal ground

All other pins are open.

Requirements

Communication

 

 

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Monarch 9400 Series manual Cable Interface, Pin Description