Star Micronics LC24-20 user manual Connecting the interface cable

Connecting the interface cable

Connect the printer to your computer using a standard Centronics parallel interface cable. On a PS/2 or PC/AT-type computer, this means that you use the25-pin D-type connector at thecomputerend, and the Amphenol-type 36- pin connector at the printer end. The configuration of the printer’s connector is given in Chapter 11 should you need a cable for connecting to another computer.

If you need to connect to a serial port, use the optional Serial-Parallel Corwerter, SPC-8K.

Follow the procedures below to connect the interface cable:

1.Turn off the power switch both the printer and the computer.

2.Connect the interface cable to the printer as shown in Figure 2 12. Make sure that you press the plug into the interface connector.

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3. Move both clips inside the extended prongs on the sides of the plug until you hear a click.

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Figure 2-73. Move the clips until you hear a click

4.Connect the other end of the interface cable to your computer. Use your computer instructions to attach the interface cable.

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