SATO M-10e TT/DT Printers Service Manual
PN 9001098
Rev. A
3-8
Section 3. Interface Specifications
Electrical Specifications
Power Supply: Bus Power through cable
Power Consumption: +5V@80ma
3.7 Local Area Network (LAN) Optional Interface
The Local Area Network (LAN) Interface is a Plug-in interface module that can be installed in the
printer by the user. It requires a driver (shipped with each printer) that has the interface installed.
The driver must be loaded on your PC and the PC must be configured to run one of the supported
network protocols using a 10/100BaseT LAN connection. Details for loading the LAN driver are
contained in the LAN Interface Manual that is shipped with each printer with a LAN Optional
Interface installed.
General Specifications
Type 10/100BaseT
Connector: RJ-45 Recepical
Cable: Catagory 5
Electrical Specifications
Power Supply Powered from printer
Refer to the manual and CD supplied with the interface card.
3.8 Bi-Directional Communications
This is a two way communications protocol between the host computer and the printer thus
enabling the host to check printer status. When Bi-Com 4, Bi-Com 3 or Bi-Com 2
communications is selected on the serial interface card, there is no busy signal from the printer.
The host must request the complete status from the printer, including ready/busy.
Refer to the Operator’s and Technical Manual for complete information.
3.9 Accessory (EXT) Connector
The EXT connector on the rear panel of the M-10e printer is intended for use with the external
printer accessories such as label rewinders or applicators. The 14 pin Centronics type connector
provides a choice of four different output signals along with various error conditions. A DB-9 to
14 pin Centronics adapter cable is provided for legacy applications.