Section 1: Introduction

SWITCHES AND INDICATORS

The table below identifies and defines printer switches and indicators for operator interface. The accompanying graphics display their locations and appearance.

 

SWITCHES

Power Switch

Two position on/off switch that controls power flow to the system.

 

 

Line Key

Toggles the printer between the on-line and off-line modes. When

 

on-line, the printer is ready to receive data from the host. Acts as a

 

pause during print by taking the printer off-line. Also used as a scroll-

 

and-enter interface for printer setup.

 

 

Feed Key

Feeds one blank label through the printer when off-line. When the

 

printer is on-line, another copy of the last label will be printed. Also

 

used as a scroll-and-enter interface for printer setup.

 

 

 

INDICATORS

LCD Display

Dual line x 16 character display. Used for setting operational param-

 

eters and displaying error conditions.

 

 

Power Indicator

Illuminates when the power switch is activated.

Label

Illuminates when the label supply is depleted.

 

 

Ribbon

Illuminates when the ribbon supply is depleted.

Error

Illuminates when there is a system fault.

On-Line

Illuminates when the system is operating.

 

 

 

DIP SWITCHES

DSW2 & DSW3

Sets operational parameters of printer.

DSW1

Used to configure optional RS232 communication card.

 

 

CONNECTION PORTS

These ports are externally accessible and permit connection of the accessories and attachments necessary for printer programming and operation. Not listed here, are the connection ports of circuit boards not externally accessible.

 

CONNECTION PORTS

AC Power Input

Connector permits 115V, 50/60 Hz supply via supplied cord.

Interface Port

Connector for interface harness. Must be connected for the printer to

 

be operational. Acceptable interface types are:

 

• RS232C Serial I/F Module, DB-25

 

• IEEE1284 Parallel I/F Module, AMP 57-40360

 

• Universal Serial Bus Adapter

 

• Ethernet 10/100 BaseT I/F Module

 

• RS422/485 I/F Module, DB-9

 

 

Ext. Interface Port

Connector for external control of print cycle. Also supplies power for

 

optional accessories - AMP 57-60140

 

 

Memory Card Slot

Slot for the insertion of optional PCMCIA Memory Card

Main Fuse Connection

For input power protection - type 3A/250V

M84Pro Service Manual

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SATO M84PRO service manual Switches and Indicators, Connection Ports