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Section 3. Interface Specifications
SATO CL608e/CL612e Service Manual
PN 9001079
Rev.B
3.7 Ethernet Interface
The Ethernet interface is a Plug-In Interface Module that can be installed by the user. It
requires a driver (shipped with each printer) that has the interface installed. The driver must
be loaded on your PC and the PC must be configured to run one of the supported network
protocols using a 10/100BaseT LAN connection. Details for loading the Ethernet driver are
contained in the Ethernet Interface Manual that is shipped with each printer with a Ethernet
interface installed.
General Specifications:
Type: 10/100BaseT
Connector: RJ-45 Receptical
Cable: Category 5
Electrical Specifications:
Power Supply: Powered from printer
Refer to the manual & CD supplied with the interface card.
3.8 Bi-Directional Communications
This is a two-way communications protocol between the host computer and the printer, thus
enabling the host to check printer status. When Bi-Com 4, Bi-Com 3 or Bi-Com 2
communications is selected on the serial interface card, there is no busy signal from the printer.
The host must request the complete status from the printer, including ready/busy.
Refer to the Operator's and Technical Manual for complete information.
General Specifications:
Connector: USB Type B Plug
Cable: 10ft (3 m) max.
Host: Windows 98
USB Port
Electrical Specifications:
Power Supply: Bus Power through cable
Power Consumption:: +5V@80ma
Universal Serial Bus (USB) Interface (Cont)