AR-B1462 User¡¦s Guide
2-9(4) Printer Status Buffer
The system microprocessor can read the printer status by reading the address of the Printer Status Buffer. The bit
definitions are described as follows:
XXX
1234567 0
-ERROR
SLCT
PE
-ACK
-BUSY
Figure 2-2 Printer Status Buffer
NOTE: X presents not used.
Bit 7: This signal may become active during data entry, when the printer is off-line during printing, or when the
print head is changing position or in an error state. When Bit 7 is active, the printer is busy and can not
accept data.
Bit 6: This bit represents the current state of the printer’s ACK signal. A0 means the printer has received the
character and is ready to accept another. Normally, this signal will be active for approximately 5
microseconds before receiving a BUSY message stops.
Bit 5: A1 means the printer has detected the end of the paper.
Bit 4: A1 means the printer is selected.
Bit 3: A0 means the printer has encountered an error condition.