Pertech 5300 - Manual (Page 13)

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Cables and Connections
RS232 Serial Interface
The 5300 comes with two communication interfaces, RS-232 Serial and USB. Additionally, the printer has a cash
drawer port and a three pin mini din power coupling. The RS-232 interface connector is a DB9M connector and
requires a Null Modem Serial cable for standard PC to printer connections. The USB Interface uses a standard USB
2.0 cable for standard PC to printer connections. A single tele-jack port provides a cash drawer interface capable of
running two cash drawers. An external Class 2 Power Supply provides 15 watt Min output to the printer. All connec-
tors are located on the back of the printer in the order listed below.
Power USB Serial Cash Drawer
RS-232 Interface Connection
Printer Computer
DB-9M DB-9M
Pin Pin
1 N/C 1 N/C
2.RXD ← 3
3 TXD → 2
4 DTR → 6
5 SIG. GND. ← 5
6 DSR ← 4
(TTL FORM IN) →
7 RTS → 8
8 CTS ← 7
(TTL LOW PAPER) →
9. N/C N/C
Connecting the Cables
Caution: Be sure the power switch is turned off before connecting cables. The host computer should be
turned off before connecting any cables.
1. Make sure the host computer and printer are turned off.
2. Attach the cable to the DB9 Male connector on the back of the Printer.
3 Attach the cable to the DB9 Male connector on the back of the PC.
4. Tighten the connector screws to secure the cable and ensure a solid connection.
Comunications
Serial Cable DB9F - DB9F
Part Number 106356010