2. PRINTER SETUP EO1-33030
2.2 Procedure before Operation
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2.2 Procedure before Operation
2.3 Connecting the Cables to Your Printer
This section describes the outline of the printer setup.
1. Unpack the accessories and printer from the box.
2. Refer to Safety Precautions in this manual and set up the printer in a
suitable location.
3. The host computer must have a serial port. (Refer to Section 2.3.)
4. Be sure to insert the power cord plug into an AC outlet. (Refer to
Section 2.4.)
5. Load the media in the printer. (Refer to Section 2.7.)
6. Turn the Power ON. (Refer to Section 2.5.)
7. Perform a test print. (Refer to Section 2.9.)
8. Install the Printer Drivers.
When connecting the RS-232C cable to your printer, follow the
procedure described below.
1. Make sure that the power cord is not connected to the AC outlet.
2. Connect the printer side connector of the RS-232C cable to the serial
port on the rear of the printer.
3. Secure the connector with the screws.
4. Connect the PC side connector of the RS-232C cable to the Serial
port of your PC.
NOTES:
1. To communicate with the
host computer, a 9-pin RS-
232C cable is required.
2. The printer can also be
controlled with its own
programming commands.
Please contact your
TOSHIBA TEC reseller for
the Interface/Communication
Manual.
CAUTION!
The RS-232C must be
connected while the power
is turned OFF. Failure to d
o
this may cause electric
shock or short-circuit.
RS-232C Cable
Serial Port
Screw
Connector