APPENDIX 3 INTERFACE
APPENDIX 3 INTERFACE
APPENDIX 3 INTERFACE
„Interface Cables
To prevent radiation and reception of electrical noise, the interface cables must meet the following requirements:
∙Fully shielded and fitted with metal or metallized connector housings.
∙Keep as short as possible.
∙Should not be bundled tightly with power cords.
∙Should not be tied to power line conduits.
„RS-232C Cable description
The serial data cable used to connect the printer to the host computer should be one of the following two types:
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2 | RXD |
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4 | DTR |
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5 | GND |
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7 | RTS |
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Housing | Shield |
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NOTE:
Use an