Industrial Data Systems IDS 160 - Manual (Page 6)

1.3 MAKING THE IDS 160 READY TO PRINT.
1. Set the serial communications parameters (baud rate, data bits, etc.)
See Section 3 for directions.
2. Connect the IDS 160 to the 'host' device via the 25 pin 'D' connector
at the back of the printer.
See Appendix I for communication port wiring information.
3. Connect the IDS 160 to AC power.
CAUTION:
To avoid contact with moving parts which could cause injury,
do not open printer cover while unit is in operation.
4. Turn power on. The print head should cycle 1 time.
5. Activate the TEST mode and print the configuration parameters
(Section 6).
6. Reset the printer to normal by turning power off and then back on.
Send data from the 'host' device to the IDS 160.
The IDS 160 is pre-configured at the factory for use as a BASIC 'Slave'
printer. The IDS 160 has a wide range of features that can be activated
as needed. If your application requires something beyond the
capabilities of a BASIC printer then read Section 2. Choose the
functions that you need and then use Section 3 for directions on
activating the functions.
2. DESCRIPTION OF THE IDS 160 FUNCTIONS AND CAPABILITIES
This section is divided into 5 parts:
2.1 THE IDS 160 CONNECTORS, SWITCHES AND LEDS .
The physical characteristics of the IDS 160.
2.2 PRINT FEATURES
.
Ticket formatting features .
2.3 BATTERY BACKUP FEATURES.
Ticket numbering and the clock functions.
2.4 THE BASIC PRINTER MODE
.
General purpose ticket printer mode .
2.5 THE SPECIAL APPLICATION MODES .
Weighing applications.