Paxar 9474 Printer User Manual


 
If you select DTR control (128) as the XON character, the
printer automatically sets 128 (DTR control) for the XOFF
character.
The Start and Stop characters must be set at 128 (DTR flow
control) for IBM PC equipment.
You’ll see the Configuration Options menu. Press 1 to exit
to the main menu.
Cable Interface
The printer accepts standard RS-232C electrical signal
transmissions when it is connected to a DB-25S connector
configured as Data Terminal Equipment (DTE). For correct
operation, use all defined pins.
For PC null modems, plug the RS-232 cable into:
A serial (RS-232) port on the host or protocol converter
The 25-pin RS-232 connector on your printer. Refer to your
Operator’s Handbook for more information.
The RS-232C cable interface is set up as a terminal device (DTE):
Pin Description
3 Received Data
5 Clear to Send Input
6 Data Set Ready
2 Transmitted data
4 Request to send Output
20 Data Terminal Ready
1 Protective ground Ground
7 Signal ground
All other pins are open.
Communication Requirements 2-5