Chapter 2 Setup Connecting the Printer to the Host Computer • Be sure to install the printer driver before connecting the printer to the host computer. • The printer uses modular connectors specifically designed for the cash drawer. Do not connect the connector to an ordinary telephone line. For Serial Interface Model Serial interface connection diagram When this printer is connected to a host computer by the serial interface, two connection forms are possible; stand alone connection and pass-through connection. The modular cable is amounted on the cash drawer. 2 Stand alone connection This printer is connected to the host computer directly via the serial port.
When a customer display (DM-D) is to be connected, connect it to the host computer via the serial port. Power supply unit + AC cable AC cable DM-D Serial cable Modular cable Serial cable Cash drawer TM-T20 Pass-through connection This printer is connected to the host computer through the serial interface via the customer display (DM-D). Power supply unit + AC cable AC cable Modular cable Serial cable Serial cable DM-D Cash drawer TM-T20 37