3.Bi-directional Parallel Interface

IEEE 1284-B interface is used.

1)Connector

Printer side: 36-pin receptable

Cable side: 36-pin plug

2)Cable

IEEE Std 1284-1994 compliant cable is recommended for noise prevention.

Cable length: 6 ft (1.8m) max.

3)Connector pin arrangement

18

1

36

19

4)Signal level

Low: 0V to +0.8V

High: +2.4V to 5.0V

5)Modes

IEEE 1284

Compatible mode

Nibble mode

6)Data bit length

8 bits

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