Printronix P9000 Series, User'S Reference Manual

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7-3 Interfaces
Table 7-2. Connector Pin Assignments for
Dataproducts Interface with Winchester Connector (optional)
SIGNAL PIN SIGNAL PIN
Data Line 1
Data Line 2
Data Line 3
Data Line 4
Data Line 5
Data Line 6
Data Line 7
Data Line 8
Paper Instr.
Data Strobe
Return
Return
Return
Return
Return
Return
Return
Return
Return
Return
Ready
On Line
I/F Verif.
Return
Data Request
B
D
F
J
L
N
R
T
V
X
Z
b
n
k
u
w
p
s
j
m
CC
EE
y
E
x
Return AA
Return C
Return
v
OUTPUT INPUT
Return K
Pins not listed are not connected.
Dataproducts Parallel Interface Configuration
The printer is configured at the factory according to the specified interface as shown in the
Configuration chapter. However, the interface configuration parameters can be changed. The
following configuration parameters can be verified or changed as necessary to meet specific
application requirements:
n
Input Buffer Size (Selected from the Application Compatibility Menu)
n
Data Bit 8 (enable or disable)
n
PI Line (enable or disable)
n
Data Polarity (standard or inverted)
n
Response Polarity (standard or inverted)
n
Strobe Polarity (standard or inverted)
n
Latch Data On Leading or Trailing Edge of Strobe
These parameters are displayed under the Application Compatibility/Host Interface/
Dataproducts submenu selectable from the control panel. Refer to the Control Panel ConfiguĆ
ration Diagram in the Configuration chapter for information on selecting the various
parameter values.
Based on the application, a unique configuration may be required. If the printer is not working
properly for the configuration selected, contact your authorized service representative.
Centronics Parallel Interface
This interface enables the printer to operate with controllers designed for buffered Centronics
printers. The interface is capable of transferring up to 200,000 characters per second. The