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DB25-LPT2USB (XR0027)

Packaged as a DB-25 Connector, the new device does not require an LPT printer cable. It can be connected directly to the PC parallel port, while the printer is connected to the USB connecter via a USB cable.

Developed to allow legacy systems to communicate flawlessly with modern USB printers, the LPT2USB converts the parallel protocol to USB protocol, allowing seamless replacement of old parallel port printers.

The compact design plugs directly to the host parallel port, while a standard USB cable is used to connect the device to the USB port of the printer.

Power can be supplied in three different ways:

1. By a keyboard adaptor, which connects to the PC keyboard port (while still allowing the connection of the keyboard to the host).

2. By a USB cable, which connects to a USB host port (when available).
3. By an AC-to-DC power supply. Uses 5VDC to 12VDC power supply, 150 milliamps or more. The positive pole is the inside hole.
   This option should be ordered separately from the local distributor or from ePaper Sales.

The LPT2USB works out-of-box and does not require any configuration.

Package Checklist

The DB25-LPT2USB product package includes the following items:

• DB25-LPT2USB device
• PS/2 to DC power cable
• User manual

The LPT2USB device provides the following features:

• The LPT2USB takes the data sent to the LPT and transfers it to the USB connected printer.
• The LPT2USB works with any printer.
• It does not require any specific software or driver to be installed on the PC.
• The LPT2USB works with Windows, Unix, Linux DOS, and proprietary embedded systems.
• Host hardware type is irrelevant as long as it supports standard parallel LPT port.
• USB full-speed communication.
• IEEE-1284 1994 (bi-directional parallel interface) specification compliant.
• Universal Serial Bus Specification Rev. 1.1 compliant.
• Easy plug-and-play operation.

System Requirements

LPT2USB works with any machine and any operating system that meets the following requirements:

• Any host that has a parallel port with IEEE-1284 1994 (bi-directional parallel interface) specification compliant.
• The host should be able to send data that is recognized by the printer. For example, if the printer language is HP PCL Level 3, the application should be able to send a print file that is HP PCL Level 3.

Installation

1. Connect the power supply cable (or power cable keyboard or USB to the round power socket).
2. Plug the device to the PC DB25 parallel port connector.
3. Connect a USB cable between the USB A connector on the unit and the USB B connector on the printer's panel.
4. Connect the power supply to the mains power supply, or, if using keyboard or USB cables for power supply, connect it to the keyboard or USB sockets.

Warranty

The unit comes with a one-year conditional warranty.