Black Box 15839 Switch User Manual


 
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BL A C K B O X
®
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05/03/2010
#15839
Typical application
» Fully automatic—no need for software.
» Supports 75,000 cps (char acters per second).
» Provides speedy graphics printing.
» Works with all known PC software, including
Windows
®
95/98/Me/XP, Windows 2000,
and Windows NT
®
.
FEATURES
The Intelligent Printer Switch (Parallel) uses no software, so you
feel as if you’re connected directly to your own dedicated printer—
even though you’re sharing one. Link up to six PCs to a single printer.
Printing operates on a first-come, first-served basis.
Thanks to Interface Matching Technology, the switch supports
speeds of up to 75,000 cps. Graphics-heavy applications print faster,
freeing your PC so you can move on to other tasks.
The switch is compatible with all known PC software. It uses
standard cables, so you can keep using the cable you already own.
And to minimize the need for cable boosters, the switch supports
extended cable lengths. You can put a distance of up to 300 feet
(91.4 m) between the switch and your printer and up to 30 feet
(9.1 m) between each of your PCs/switches.
The switch also has variable timeout settings and an end-of-job
form-feed option.
OVERVIEW
Diagram Format
Rule Size: 0.018
Intelligent Printer
Switch (Parallel), 2-to-1
(SW135A)
Parallel printer cables
(EYN600)
PCs
PCs
Laser printer
TECH SPECS
Compatibility — Hardware: All devices with Centronics
®
compatible
interfaces;
Software: All known PC soft ware, including Windows 95/98/Me/XP,
Windows 2000, Windows NT, and graphics
Distance (Maximum) — Between the switch and the printer:
300 ft. (91.4 m);
Between PCs/switches: 30 ft. (9.1 m)
Selectable Options — 8, 16, 60, or 120 seconds; Form feed on change
of user; Self-test/cable test
Speed — 75,000 characters per second (cps)
Connectors — SW135A: Input: (2) 36-pin Centronics,
Output: (1) DB25 female;
SW136A: Input: (4) 36-pin Centronics,
Output: (1) DB25 female;
SW137A: Input: (6) 36-pin Centronics,
Output: (1) DB25 female
Indicators — (2) LEDs: Power and Status
Power — 115-VAC to 5-VDC wall mount transformer (supplied)
Size — 3.7"H x 9"W x 1.4"D (9.4 x 22.9 x 3.6 cm)
Weight — 1 lb. (0.5 kg)
Item Code
Intelligent Printer Switch (Parallel)
2-to-1
SW135A
4-to-1
SW136A
6-to-1
SW137A
You might also need cable…
Parallel Printer Cable, 10-ft. (3-m),
Male/Male
EYN600-0010-MM
(For other lengths or genders, call our FREE Tech Support.)
What’s included
Intelligent Printer Switch (Parallel)
115-VAC to 5-VDC wallmount power transformer
User’s manual