SATO M8460S, XL400/410, M8490S, M-8400RV, M8485S, M8459S, CL408/412 manual Overview, Interface Types

Programming Manual 5. Interface Specifications

5.Interface Specifications

5.1 Overview

This section explains the interface specifications for the SATO RISC print- ers. These specifications include detailed information on how to properly interface your printer with your host system and includes data about the following:

•Interface Types

•Using The Receive Buffer

•RS232C Serial Interface

•Centronics Parallel Interface

•I/F Connector

5.2Interface Types

In order to provide flexibility in communicating with a variety of host com- puter systems, the SATO RISC printers can be configured for operation with either parallel or serial data transfers. Both a parallel Centronics and a serial RS232 interface are supplied with the standard printer.

The Centronics Parallel interface will probably be the most useful in com- municating with IBM PCs and compatibles. The RS232C Serial interface allows connectivity to a number of other hosts. For instructions on how to properly configure the printer for either of these interface types, see the printer configuration instructions in Section 2 of your service manual.

NOTE:	Both the Centronics and RS232C interfaces are
	active at the same time, i.e. data can be received on
	either one, however no provision is made for port
	contention. If data is transmitted to both ports simul-
	taneously, it will cause the data in the receive buffer
	to be corrupted.
WARNING:	Never connect or disconnect interface cables or use
	a switch box with power applied to either the host or
	the printer. This may cause damage to the interface
	circuitry in the printer/host and is not covered by
	warranty.

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