StarTech.com ICUSB1284 User manual

Manual Revision: 02/06/2015
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ICUSB1284
ICUSB128410
10 or 6 ft USB to Parallel Printer Adapter - M/M
*actual product may vary from photos

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FCC Compliance Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there
is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment
does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment o and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by
one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dierent from that to which the receiver
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Table of Contents
Introduction............................................................................................1
Features ........................................................................................................................................................ 1
System Requirements.............................................................................................................................. 1
Contents ....................................................................................................................................................... 1
Installation ..............................................................................................2
Specications..........................................................................................3
Technical Support ..................................................................................4
Warranty Information............................................................................4

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Introduction
The StarTech.com USB-to-Parallel Interface Converter cable allows PCs that support the
USB specication to print to any standard parallel printer. The USB interface provides a
much faster data transfer rate than a standard parallel port, thereby reducing the time
waiting for a print job to be sent to your printer.
This portable device is self-powered and provides Plug and Play installation to any
USB-compliant computer running Windows.
Features
• High speed bi-directional parallel port compliant to IEEE-1284 industry standard
• Fully Plug & Play for easy installation
• No IRQ required for installation
System Requirements
• Intel-compatible 486DX-66 MHz CPU or higher
• One standard USB port (4 pin)
• Windows® 8 (32/64bit), 7 (32/64), Vista(32/64), XP(32/64), 2000, ME, 98SE; Windows®
Server 2008 R2; Mac OS 10.0 – 10.8; Linux 2.6.x – 3.9.x
Contents
• 1 x USB Bi-directional Printer Cable

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Installation
NOTE: Installation on a computer that is running Windows 2000 (and later), or Mac OS
10.4 (and later) is automatic.
1. Connect the USB to Parallel cable to an available USB port - do not connect the
printer to the cable yet.
2. The OS will detect the cable and install the necessary software automatically.
Windows 98SE
1. Open a web browser and go to www.startech.com/downloads.
2. Enter your product ID (ICUSB1284 or ICUSB128410) and click Search.
3. Select the product from the search results, and download the available Prolic_
PL2305.zip le.
4. Once downloaded, extract the contents using your preferred zip le utility.
5. Connect the USB to Parallel cable to an available USB port - do not connect the
printer to the cable yet.
6. Windows will detect the adapter and prompt for drivers.
7. Browse to the location that the download was saved and select the “Prolic_PL2305.
zip\MS_pl2305_Win98”folder as the location to search for drivers.
8. Windows will automatically install the drivers from the download.

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Specications
Connectors USB Type A Male
Centronics 36 Male
Cable Length 6ft - ICUSB1284
10ft - ICUSB128410
Power Consumption 90mA (max)
Power Mode USB powered
Operating Temperature 5°C ~ 40°C
Storage Temperature -20°C ~ 60°C
Humidity 0% ~ 80% RH non-condensing
Enclosure Plastic
Weight 110g
Dimensions 43 x 53 x 19.5mm
Certications FCC Part 15, CE

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Technical Support
StarTech.com’s lifetime technical support is an integral part of our commitment to
provide industry-leading solutions. If you ever need help with your product, visit
www.startech.com/support and access our comprehensive selection of online tools,
documentation, and downloads.
For the latest drivers/software, please visit www.startech.com/downloads
Warranty Information
This product is backed by a two year warranty.
In addition, StarTech.com warrants its products against defects in materials
and workmanship for the periods noted, following the initial date of purchase.
During this period, the products may be returned for repair, or replacement with
equivalent products at our discretion. The warranty covers parts and labor costs only.
StarTech.com does not warrant its products from defects or damages arising from
misuse, abuse, alteration, or normal wear and tear.
Limitation of Liability
In no event shall the liability of StarTech.com Ltd. and StarTech.com USA LLP (or their
ocers, directors, employees or agents) for any damages (whether direct or indirect,
special, punitive, incidental, consequential, or otherwise), loss of prots, loss of business,
or any pecuniary loss, arising out of or related to the use of the product exceed the
actual price paid for the product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation
of incidental or consequential damages. If such laws apply, the limitations or exclusions
contained in this statement may not apply to you.

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