Reverse channel
Transmission mode: IEEE-1284 Nibble mode
Connector: 57-30360 Amphenol Connector or equivalent
Synchronization: Refer to the IEEE-1284 specification
Handshaking: Refer to the IEEE-1284 specification
Signal level: IEEE-1284 Level 1 device
Data transmission
timing: Refer to the IEEE-1284 specification
Serial interface
The printer’s built-in serial interface is based on the RS-423 standard. This
interface has the following characteristics:
Standard: Based on RS-423
Synchronization: Synchronous
Bit rate: Approx. 1.8 Mbps
Handshaking: X-ON/X-OFF DTR protocol
Word format:
Data bit 8 bits
Parity bit None
Start bit 1 bit
Stop bit 1 bit
Connector: 8-pin mini-DIN
Recommended cable: Apple System Peripheral-8 cable
(part number M0197)
Optional interface
The available interfaces are listed in Chapter 8. Please see the
specifications in the user’s guide packed with the optional interface card.
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