Toshiba BV420D - Connecting Communication Cables

14 6. Connecting the Cables
6. Connecting the Cables
This chapter explains on how to connect the communication cables to the printer from a host computer or other
devices. Three types of cables can be used in this printer.
 Be sure to connect the serial cable while the printer and the host computer are turned off.
 If an attempt is made to connect the cable while the printer and the host computer are turned on, this may cause
damage, an electric shock or a short circuit.
No. Part Name Usage
1 Power jack This is used to connect the AC adapter.
2 USB interface for connecting a host computer This is used to connect one of the USB ports of a host
computer with a USB cable.
Use a USB cable which has a type B plug attached to
one of its sides.
3 USB interface for connecting a USB memory This is used to connect another device with a USB
cable.
e.g. the firmware downloading, the flash ROM
expansion by a USB memory etc. and not for user.
4 Ethernet interface This is used to connect a network with an Ethernet
cable. In addition, direct connection to the Ethernet
port of a host computer is possible.
 Be sure to use an Ethernet cable complying with
the standard.
10BASE-T: Category 3 or greater
100BASE-TX: Category 5 or greater
Cable length: Up to 100 m segment length
 If a communication error caused by radio wave
interference on the cable has occurred, use a
shield cable (STP).
5 Serial interface (RS-232C)
(Option)
This is used to connect one of the COM ports of a
host computer with a serial cable.
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