QMS 1660E, Getting Started

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Introduction
QMS 1660E Print System Getting Started 3-2
Introduction
This chapter explains how to connect your printer to a PC via the par-
allel and serial ports and then discusses how to install the necessary
PC printing software.
» Note: If you’re connecting your printer to a network, see your network
documentation for connection information.
Before Making the Connection
If you have a brand-new PC, before connecting the printer you should
follow the manufacturer’s instructions for setting up the PC and
installing (if it’s not already installed) any operating system software,
such as DOS and Windows.
What You Need
Interface cables are not included with your printer. If you’re replacing
a printer, you may already have the necessary cables. If not, contact
your QMS vendor or a local computer store.
To connect your printer to a single PC, you need one of the following:
n
A parallel cable with a 36-pin male and a 25-pin male connector.
or
n
A serial cable with either a 9- or 25-pin connector (depending on
your PC’s serial port) and a 9- or 25-pin null modem assembly to
connect to the serial cable. Depending on the type of null modem
assembly you have, you may also need a 9-to-25-pin adapter.
See your cable vendor for more specific cable assembly informa-
tion. (Appendix B, “Technical Specifications,” of the
Reference
contains cable pinout specifications.)