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2 / 4 Computer Adapter
Subject to error and alteration
Centronics 2 Computer Adapter, Model 25210
The 25210 Adapter allows two PC‘s to be connected to a single
printer over a parallel interface.
The Adapter input provides 36-pin Centronics females so that
the original printer cables can still be used.
A printer cable for connecting the printer to the Adapter is
included.
Function
The computers are automatically selected on a time-controlled
basis: First any computer is able to print. Whichever PC starts
to print first automatically blocks print output from the other. If
the currently printing computer pauses for approx. 10 seconds
(default setting), the procedure starts over again (who is
printing first gets access to the printer). This pause can be
adjusted to between 5 and 60 seconds using a potentiometer
inside the device. In case of a problem, please check first
whether the printer functions when it is connected directly to
the other computer (without the Adapter).
The Adapter supports only data transfer from the PC to the
printer, and not in the other direction.
If bi-directional support is needed, use the „IEEE P1284
Centronics 2 Computer Adapter, bi-directional“, Part no. 25215.
Alternately it is generally possible to achieve bi-directional
support using the printer settings for the printer driver.
