Datamax DMX E E-4204 - Manual (Page 18)

8 E-Class
3.1.2 Interface Connection
The printer can be connected to
the host via a USB, serial or
parallel cable.
Serial
Connection
Parallel
Connection
USB
Connection
To Host
-OR-
-OR-
3.1.3 Interface Cables
Choose a connection method that will best serve your purpose:
y To connect the printer to the host’s serial (RS-232C) interface use an
acceptable cable configuration, as shown below (contact your reseller
for ordering information).
Part # 32-2483-01 Part # 32-2301-01
y To connect the printer to the host’s parallel interface use a
Centronics
®
parallel cable.
y To connect the printer to the host’s USB interface use a standard
USB cable.
Note that the printer has a versatile communications feature: When
connected to more than one interface, the printer will automatically
connect to the first port (serial, parallel, or USB) from which valid data is
received. After this connection has been made, the printer’s power must
be cycled ‘Off’ and ‘On’ to change the interface connection.