Brother International PT-9700PC Users Manual - English and Spanish - Page 18
Using the interface cables
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Using the interface cables Serial (RS-232C) cables and network (Ethernet) cables are not standard accessories. Use the appropriate cable for your type of interface. Note ● For USB interface, the included USB interface cable should be used to ensure compliance with the limits for EMC. ● For serial and network interfaces, a shielded interface cable should be used to ensure compliance with the limits for EMC. ● Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Brother Industries, Ltd. may affect the performance and print quality, and damage may not be covered under the limited warranty. ■ USB cable Use the enclosed interface cable. ■ Serial (RS-232C) cable (Windows® only) The pin assignments for the serial cables (RS-232C cables) which can be used with this printer are shown in the table below. You can purchase the cables at an electronics store. Do not use a serial cable that is longer than 5.9' (1.8 m). Brother printer side (D-sub female, lock screw #4-40 inch screw) Computer side (D-Sub9P female) Signal Name Pin Number Pin Assignments Pin Number Signal Name DCD 1 1 DCD RXD 2 2 RXD TXD 3 3 TXD DTR 4 4 DTR GND 5 5 GND DSR 6 6 DSR RTS 7 7 RTS CTS 8 8 CTS RI 9 9 RI Note ● The RS-232C serial connector part of this equipment is not Limited Power Source. ● For details on serial interface settings, refer to "Serial interface settings (Windows® only)" (→ P.44). ■ Network cable (PT-9800PCN only) Use a straight-through Category5 (or greater) twisted-pair cable for 10BASE-T or 100BASE-TX Fast Ethernet Network. Note ● Connect this product to a LAN connection that is not subjected to overvoltages. 17