SATO D512 User Manual

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SECTION 5: INTERFACE SPECIFICATIONS
SATO D508/D512 Operator Manual
 
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5.4 RS-232C INTERFACE
The High Speed Serial Interface is an factory installed option that must be installed in the 
printer at the time of order. The D508 / D512 recognizes the RS-232 interface automatically.
General Specifications
Asynchronous ASCII
Half-duplex communication
Ready/Busy Hardware Flow Control
Pin 20, DTR Control
Pin 4, RTS Error Condition
X-On/X-Off Software Flow Control
Bi-Directional Communication 
Data Transmission Rate
9600, 19200, 38400, 57600 bps 
Character Format
1 Start Bit (fixed)
7 or 8 data bits (selectable)
Odd, Even or No Parity (selectable)
1 or 2 Stop bits (selectable)
Electrical Specifications
Connector
DB-25S (Female)
Cable
DB-25P (Male), 50 ft. maximum length. For cable
 
configuration, refer to Cable Requirements appropriate to 
 
the RS232C protocol chosen.
Signal Levels
High = +5V to +12V 
Low = -5V to -12V
Pin Assignments
Pin 1
Pin 14
Pin 25
Pin 13