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Parallel to Serial Converter IV (for HP JetDirect Parallel Print Servers)  

Go mobile! Convert parallel to serial wherever you are.

PI126A

Extended Double Diamond™ Warranty Available
(Three years for two)

Product Highlights

  • Includes DCE/DTE autosensing capabilities.
  • Interface powered—no separate power supply needed.
  • Converts parallel to serial.
  • Compact enough for laptop users!

  • Description

    Parallel to Serial Converter IV (for HP JetDirect Parallel Print Servers)


    Quick Facts

  • Includes DCE/DTE autosensing capabilities.
  • Interface powered—no separate power supply needed.
  • Converts parallel to serial.
  • Compact enough for laptop users!

  • Further Details

  • Supports both software and hardware flow control.
  • Connects to DB25 serial or parallel ports.
  • Select eight different data rates from 300 bps to 38.4 kbps by flipping a DIP switch.

    The Black Box® Parallel to Serial Converter IV is ideal for connections to an HP® JetDirect® parallel print server. It features an 8-position DIP switch to set the data rate from 300 bps all the way up to 38.4 kbps—with six data rates in between! It also senses if the serial device is DTE or DCE and adjusts accordingly. You can set flow-control method (hardware or X-ON/X-OFF), parity, and word length with the external DIP switches.

    The Parallel to Serial Converter IV is compact enough for laptop users, yet it can work with any desktop computer connected to a power outlet. The converter draws its power from the connected device and requires no external power supply.

    This product works with:
    • Parallel Printer Cable, Male/Male (EYN600-MM)
    • Standard RS-232 Low-Noise Cable, 25-Conductor (ECM25T)
    • AT Adapter (Serial), DB9 Female to DB25 Male (FA520A-R5)
    • Gender Changers, DB25, EMI/RFI Shielded, Female/Female (FA412-R2)
    Questions? Contact our FREE Tech Support.

  • Technical Specifications for Parallel to Serial Converter IV (for HP JetDirect Parallel Print Servers):

    Control — (1) 8-position DIP switch
    Data Format — Even, odd, or no parity with 7 or 8 data bits; 1 stop bit
    Data Rates — 300, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600 bps; 19.2, 38.4 kbps
    Flow Control — X-ON/X-OFF, DTR/CTS
    CE Approval — Yes
    Interface — RS-232 serial and Centronics parallel
    Connectors — RS-232: (1) DB25 F;
    HP: (1) DB25 M
    Power — From the RS-232 interface
    Size — 2.7"H x 2.1"W x 0.7"D (6.9 x 5.3 x 1.8 cm)
    Weight — 0.1 lb. (<0.1 kg)



    NOTE: Technical specification weight is the unit weight. It is not the packaged shipping weight. For shipping weight, please contact Black Box customer service at 877-877-2269.


    Resources for Parallel to Serial Converter IV (for HP JetDirect Parallel Print Servers):


    Connect your Parallel to Serial Converter IV (for HP JetDirect Parallel Print Servers) with:

    Accessory: FA600

    Parallel PC Adapters, DB25 Male to Centronics 36 Male

    PC Adapter (Parallel), DB25 Male to Centronics 36 Male

    Accessory: ECM25T-0010-MM

    Standard RS-232 Low-Noise Cable, 25 Conductors—Pins 1–25, Male/Male, 10-ft. (3.0-m)

    Standard RS-232 Low-Noise Cable, 25 Conductors—Pins 1–25, M/M, 10-ft. (3.0-m)

    Accessory: TS400

    DB25 Gender Changer, Unshielded, Male/Male

    DB25 Gender Changer, Unshielded, Male/Male

    Accessory: BC00601

    Dot-Matrix Printer (18-Conductor) Cable, Centronics Male/DB25 Male, 6-ft. (1.8-m)

    Dot-Matrix Printer (18-Conductor) Cable, Centronics Male/DB25 Male, 6-ft. (1.8-m)

    Double Diamond Warranty

    Standard Manufacturer's Warranty


    A One year warranty is included.

    Extended Two years for one Warranty Available


    Protect your purchase with an additional Two years for oneDouble Diamond™ warranty!
    Cost: $12.60

    Extended Three years for two Warranty Available


    Protect your purchase with an additional Three years for twoDouble Diamond™ warranty!
    Cost: $25.19

    Diamond

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    Coverage:

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    The Double Diamond™ Warranty is our no-questions-asked warranty that protects your Black Box® brand products* from accidental damage, including drops, water, and power surges.

    Most products come with a one- or two-year warranty. Some products, such as copper cables, manual switches, cabinets, and racks, are guaranteed for life! Standard Warranty features are as follows:

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    Warranty Compared

    Black Box® Double Diamond™ Warranty The Competition
    Warranty Length One Year to Lifetime, Depending on the Product. Read the fine print.
    Guaranteed for Life! Black Box® Brand Copper Cables, Manual Switches and More! No.
    Accidental Damage 100% Covered! No.
    Water Damage 100% Covered! No.
    Power Surges 100% Covered! No.
    Warranty Replacements No Questions Asked! Forget It.
    Tech Support Hotline 100% FREE! $$$
     

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    Price: $125.95

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