SATO ARGOX CP-EX Series, User Manual

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CP-EX / CX Series
User Manual
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Compact Printer Series - User
’s Manual
Serial (RS-232) Interface Requirements
The required cable must have a 9-pin "D" type male connector
on one end, which is plugged into the mating serial port located
on the back of the printer. The other end of the signal interface
cable connects to a serial port on the host computer.
Serial and Parallel Cabling Requirements
Data cables must be of fully shielded construction and fitted with
metal or metalized connector shells. Shielded cables and
connectors are required to prevent radiation and reception of
electrical noise.
To minimize electrical noise pickup in the cable:
1. Keep data cables as short as possible.
(6 ft or 1.83m recommended)
2. Do not tightly bundle the data cables with power cords.
3. Do not tie the data cables to power wire conduits.
Ethernet 10/100 Internal Printer Server Option
This connector is for Ethernet application; it is convenient to use
several printers by Ethernet connector at the same time.
Note:
For technical and pin-out information, please refer to the
Technical Reference, Interface Specifications in this manual.
Note:
When using Ethernet model printer, please wait until the
Ready Indicator stops blinking, before starting printer
operations.