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Connecting the Printer to the Host Computer
For Serial Interface
Serial interface connection diagram
When this printer is connected to a host computer by the serial interface, two connection forms
are possible:
•Stand alone
• Pass-through connection
Stand alone
This printer is connected to the host computer via the serial port. When a customer display
(DM-D) is to be connected, connect it to the host computer via the serial port.
Pass-through connection
This printer is connected to the host computer over the serial interface via a customer display
(DM-D).
• Be sure to install the driver before connecting the printer to the host computer.
• The printer uses the modular connectors specifically designed for the cash drawer. Do
not connect these connectors to an ordinary telephone line.
TM-T88IV
DM-D
Serial cable
Cash drawer
Serial cable Modular cable
DM-D
TM-T88IV
Cash drawer
Serial cable Serial cable
Modular cable