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Title: Printer Data Capture Post by: matrox64 on January 07, 2008, 02:26:01 14:26 Hi All!
I work with very old HP unix system (LED Tester). Every time i need the data, I must print ting to dot matrix printer. I want to make the hardware to capture the data from the printer port. Does anybody can help? Sorry my english language is not good Title: Re: Printer Data Capture Post by: computer on January 07, 2008, 07:17:29 19:17 I suggest you to search for a parallel to serial converter. You may find it some computer store or built one with a microcontroller.
With this converter, you can see the text in any PC with some RS-232 terminal software(like windows hyperterminal). Title: Re: Printer Data Capture Post by: kcwcc on January 07, 2008, 07:37:38 19:37 Which processor? VME or VXI base?
Title: Re: Printer Data Capture Post by: matrox64 on January 08, 2008, 01:57:08 01:57 Our system use HPIB and microprint 45ch to convert signal from HPIB to Centronics (Parallel Interface).
Is this difference from narmal parallel port? Title: Re: Printer Data Capture Post by: vsmGuy on January 26, 2008, 04:59:14 16:59 Hi !
Are you still interested in making this project ! I really will help you out as I believe in the rules of the forum. |