Chapter 2 Setup Connecting the Printer to the Host Computer Be sure to install the driver before connecting the printer to the host computer. The printer uses the modular connectors specifically designed for the cash drawer. Do not connect these connectors to an ordinary telephone line. For Serial Interface Serial interface connection diagram When this printer is connected to a host computer by the serial interface, three connection forms are possible: • Stand alone • Pass-through connection • Y connection 2 Stand alone 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. DM-D Serial cable Serial cable Modular cable TM-U590 Cash drawer Pass-through connection This printer is connected to the host computer over the serial interface via a customer display (DM-D). DM-D Modular cable TM-U590 Serial cable Serial cable Cash drawer 31