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7.4 Printing Records from the Notepad to the RS232 Port
This function is only available when the optional RS232 port is fitted.
1. Connect one end of the RS232 cable to the
Charger/RS232
socket of the
WP-89
. The charger, optional solar panel, or optional car battery lead can be
connected into the spare socket on the cable for long term use if required.
2. Connect the other end of the RS232 cable to an RS232 Printer, or to the
COM1 or COM2 ports of a PC.
3. Ensure that the baud rate for the printer or PC and the
WP-89
are the same
(4800 baud).
If necessary, alter the baud rate of the printer or PC.
The
WP-89
uses XON/XOFF protocol. Ensure that the printer is set
accordingly.
4. Select the Notepad menu (
→
→
F2:Ntpad
).
5. Select
F3:Print
from the menu.
Printing starts as soon as
is pressed. The display shows the word
“
Printing
” until printing is completed.