PRACTICAL SWITCHPORT/Ic alfiTCHPORT232 APPLE //c* SERIAL TO PARALLEL RS-232C SERIAL TO PRINTER PORT CONVERTER PARALLEL CONVERTER SWITCH PORT Ilc is a serial to parallel converter that SWITCH PORT 232 is a serial to parallel converter allows you to use a parallel-interface printer with the that allows you to use a parallel-interface printer with Apple Ilc computer. any RS-232C output computer. Equipped with all required cable, the compact unit The compact unit is easy to configure for hardware plugs right into the Apple Ilc printer port. Word length- handshake, baud rates from 300 to 19200, and word 7 or 8 bit—is switch selectable; no other adjustment length of 7 or 8 bits. is required. Completely software-transparent, SWITCH PORT SWITCH PORT I lc is completely software-transparent; 232 will never interfere with commands intended for it will never interfere with commands intended for the the printer. printer. It also features an extremely low-power design, SWITCH PORT 232 comes equipped with a so no external power supply is needed. Centronics-type male connector and a female DB-25 A utility diskette, containing Graphics Dump Rou- connector. tines and Mousepaint Drivers, is included, enabling you An AC power adapter is also included, as is a to print Hi-Resolution graphics images on most popular complete user's manual with easy configuration printers. instructions. .aMil•••n MPRACTICAL ACTICAL =-PERIPPIEWALS =PERIPHERALS ••n• SWITCHPORTIlc APPLE IIc SERIAL. SWITCHPORT. 232 TO PARALLEL PRINTER RS-232C SERIAL PORT CONVERTER TO PARALLEL CONVERTER 53984 PRACTICAL PERIPHERALS. INC MADE INU.S.A. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED MADE IN USA. SIWTCHPORTIlc alfirafPORT232 FEATURES: FEATURES: • Apple I lc DIN plug for easy installation • Selectable baud rate from 300-19200 • Low power design for reliable performance • Selectable hardware handshake • Needs no external power source • Switch selectable word length • Switch selectable 7 or 8 bit data format • Transparent to all software; will never interfere with • 10 foot cable for maximum flexibility in printer placement commands meant for the printer • Compatible with virtually all Centronics compatible printers • Compatible with virtually all Centronics compatible printers • Transparent to all software; will never interfere with • Complete with AC power adapter commands meant for the printer WARRANTY: UTILITIES DISKETTE 5 years parts and labor; repair/replacement • ProDOS and DOS 3.3 compatible • Mousepaint Driver and Graphics dump routines for the following printers: INCLUDES: Anadex 9000 series, WP 6000 Apple Dot Matrix • Switch Port 232, AC Power Adapter, BMC Dot Matrix User's Manual C ltoh Dot Matrix SwitchPort 232 and SwitchPort Ilc are trademarks of Practical Peripherals. Inc. Epson and compatibles (Note: Older Epsons require Graftrax PROM set) Gorilla Banana Mannesmann Talley MT-160, MT-180, Spirit 60 NEC Dot Matrix -PRACTICAL Okidata 82,* 83,* 84A, 92, 93 (* requires Okigraph) PERIPHERALST. Olivetti Ink Jet Panasonic 31245 La Baya Drive Riteman Westlake Village, CA 91362 USA Smith Corona Dot Matrix (818) 991-8200 • TWX 910-336-5431 Star Micronics Gemini 10x/15x Toll Free 800-641-0814 Thinkjet WARRANTY: 5 years parts and labor; repair/replacement INCLUDES: Switch Port Ilc with 10 foot cable, Utilities Diskette, User's Manual C1985 All rights reserved. as:WIN 03Ati3S313 SAHOIld 11V 4 V133Hctiti3d 1VOLLOVed 49612 lel3ANO0 11:10d add 7377VtlVd 01 MI3SOcIHOAIMS 37ddV ANIONIMINn Silt • .11.3 H ,t_-1 I a 31c1,= S 7 1_3 c I 1:I 3 41 — 7 tr EL k 7 vati 0 V II ci — 11****Atu)oakitivowow 11Trr., 'PRACTICAL MI" !PERIPHERALSIM clo " 4. COMPACT STAND-ALONE CE TR NICS PARALLEL PRINTER BUFFER (WITH UP TO 128K MEMORV MICROBUFFER/MINI is an economical, compact DESCRIPTION: Centronics-type parallel printer buffer that enables the Low-cost, high-capacity Centronics parallel printer buffer that computer to continue processing data even while the enables the computer to continue processing data even while printer is operating. the printer is operating. MICROBUFFER/MINI is so compact, it fits in the palm of your hand. Yet it is available with 32K up FEATURES: to 128K of buffering memory—more than adequate • Centronics parallel interface capability for print-outs up to approximately 68 • Saves user time by allowing simultaneous operation of double-spaced pages in length. computer printer Placed between any computer and its parallel • Extremely easy to install—equipped with plug-ready printer—and small enough to be totally hidden cable/connector from sight behind the printer MICROBUFFER/ • No user configuration procedures involved MINI accepts and stores output data at speeds much faster than the printer's ability to process it. • Economical Once the buffer has received the data, the • Ultra-compact—can be totally hidden behind printer computer can return to other processing tasks. • Choice of buffer memory capability up to 128K The MICROBUFFER/MINI then transmits the data • Auto sizing of memory configuration at a slower pace from its own memory to the MEMORY CAPACITY: printer. This can take place even with the computer turned off. • 32K One 256K DRAM The resulting increase in speed and efficiency • 64K Two 256K DRAMs can mean substantial savings in time and money. • 128K Four 256K DRAMs When a lengthy file is involved, the MICROBUFFER/ IA/C1f,L11% SWITCHPORTI/c 614q7CIIPORT232 FEATURES: FEATURES: • Apple lb DIN plug for easy installation • Selectable baud rate from 300-19200 • Low power design for reliable performance • Selectable hardware handshake • Needs no external power source • Switch selectable word length • Switch selectable 7 or 8 bit data format • Transparent to all software; will never interfere with • 10 foot cable for maximum flexibility in printer placement commands meant for the printer • Compatible with virtually all Centronics compatible printers • Compatible with virtually all Centronics compatible printers • Transparent to all software; will never interfere with • Complete with AC power adapter commands meant for the printer WARRANTY: UTILITIES DISKETTE 5 years parts and labor; repair/replacement • ProDOS and DOS 3.3 compatible • Mousepaint Driver and Graphics dump routines for the following printers: INCLUDES: Anadex 9000 series, WP 6000 Apple Dot Matrix • Switch Port 232, AC Power Adapter, BMC Dot Matrix User's Manual C Itoh Dot Matrix SwitchPort 232 and SwitchPort Ilc are trademarks of Practical Peripherals, Inc. Epson and compatibles (Note: Older Epsons require Graftrax PROM set) Gorilla Banana Mannesmann Talley MT-160, MT-180, Spirit 60 NEC Dot Matrix -PRACTICAL Okidata 82,* 83," 84A, 92, 93 (* requires Okigraph) PERIPHERALSYM Olivetti Ink Jet Panasonic 31245 La Baya Drive Riteman Westlake Village, CA 91362 USA Smith Corona Dot Matrix (818) 991-8200 • TWX 910-336-5431 Star Micronics Gemini 10x/15x Toll Free 800-641-0814 Thinkjet WARRANTY: 5 years parts and labor; repair/replacement INCLUDES: SwitchPort I lc with 10 foot cable, Utilities Diskette, User's Manual ©1985 All rights reserved PRACTICAL _PERIPHERALS loge).11.6111070.20200.9 ''').72e;,..der.—...-....--......—,..—...A..--,4,,Ahig...—n-. ...davry COMPACT STAND-ALONE CENTR /CS PARALLEL PRINTER BUFFER (WITH UP TO 128K MEMORI9 MICROBUFFER/MINI is an economical, compact DESCRIPTION: Centronics-type parallel printer buffer that enables the Low-cost, high-capacity Centronics parallel printer buffer that computer to continue processing data even while the enables the computer to continue processing data even while printer is operating. the printer is operating. MICROBUFFER/MINI is so compact, it fits in the palm of your hand. Yet it is available with 32K up FEATURES: to 128K of buffering memory—more than adequate • Centronics parallel interface capability for print-outs up to approximately 68 • Saves user time by allowing simultaneous operation of double-spaced pages in length. computer printer Placed between any computer and its parallel • Extremely easy to install—equipped with plug-ready printer—and small enough to be totally hidden cable/connector from sight behind the printer—MICROBUFFER/ • No user configuration procedures involved MINI accepts and stores output data at speeds much faster than the printer's ability to process it. • Economical Once the buffer has received the data, the • Ultra-compact—can be totally hidden behind printer computer can return to other processing tasks. • Choice of buffer memory capability up to 128K The MICROBUFFER/MINI then transmits the data • Auto sizing of memory configuration at a slower pace from its own memory to the MEMORY CAPACITY: printer. This can take place even with the computer turned off. • 32K One 256K DRAM The resulting increase in speed and efficiency • 64K Two 256K DRAMs can mean substantial savings in time and money. • 128K Four 256K DRAMs When a lengthy file is involved, the MICROBUFFER/ MINI can actually add hours to the amount of time WEIGHT: the computer is available for data processing. 61/2 Ounces MICROBUFFER/MINI is extremely easy to install. Cables are provided for plug-in connection to the SIZE: computer and to the printer. 3"W x 4"L x 1"H No user configuration procedures are required. INCLUDES: Despite its compact • MICROBUFFER/MINI unit plus integrated Centronics size and low price, cable/connector assembly MICROBUFFER/MINI • User's Manual is a high-quality, highly reliable WARRANTY: peripheral backed Five years parts and labor; factory repair/replacement. by a full five-year NOCROBUFFER'NUME/12811C IN-LINE PARALLEL BUFFER warranty. CENTRON/CS PRINTER COMP/0 I: PERIPHERALS. 31 245 La Baya Drive Westlake Village, CA 91362 USA (818) 991-8200 TVVX 910-336-5431 Toll Free 800-641-0814 MICROBUFFER IS A REGISTERED TRADEMARK OF PRACTICAL PERIPHERALS, INC. © 1985 PRACTICAL PERIPHERALS, INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED ••••••.