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Using the interface cables
Serial (RS-232C) cables and network (Ethernet) cables are not standard accessories. Use the
appropriate cable for your type of interface.
Q
USB cable
Use the enclosed interface cable.
Q
Serial (RS-232C) cable (Windows
®
only)
The pin assignments for the serial cables (RS-232C cables) which can be used with this printer are
shown in the table below. You can purchase the cables at an electronics store. Do not use a serial
cable that is longer than 1.8 m.
Brother printer side
Computer side
(D-sub female, lock screw #4-40 inch screw)
(D-Sub9P female)
Q
Network cable (PT-9800PCN only)
Use a straight-through Category5 (or greater) twisted-pair cable for 10BASE-T or 100BASE-TX Fast
Ethernet Network.
Note
O
For USB interface, the included USB interface cable should be used to ensure compliance with
the limits for EMC.
O
For serial and network interfaces, a shielded interface cable should be used to ensure
compliance with the limits for EMC.
O
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Brother Industries, Ltd. may affect the
performance and print quality, and damage may not be covered under the limited warranty.
Signal Name
Pin Number
Pin Assignments
Pin Number
Signal Name
DCD
1
1
DCD
RXD
2
2
RXD
TXD
3
3
TXD
DTR
4
4
DTR
GND
5
5
GND
DSR
6
6
DSR
RTS
7
7
RTS
CTS
8
8
CTS
RI
9
9
RI
Note
O
The RS-232C serial connector part of this equipment is not Limited Power Source.
O
For details on serial interface settings, refer to “Serial interface settings (Windows
®
only)” (
Note
O
Connect this product to a LAN connection that is not subjected to overvoltages.
