Overview
LPT-CAPTURE (USB-301) makes it easy for you to capture in the parallel signal which is general printer interface via USB. For printing data from the any devices or a computer with a printer interface can be captured to a computer. For example, you can convert HPGL output from the oscilloscope and the measuring instrument to the image file, such as a JPEG format.
USB-301 works as a COM port in Windows by the function of the virtual COM port driver.
USB-301 is a parallel input-only, output is not supported. Also application software are not included in the product. You can use a commercially available applications, such as PrintCapture.(You cannot purchase PrintCapture now.)
* Second and subsequent images are CG models
*USB-301 is different from the cable to be converted from general USB to parallel.It can not be used for the purpose of connecting the parallel printer to the USB port.
Features
- Capture the print data to the PC via USB
- Easily handling possible by a virtual COM port driver (Direct drivers can also be used)
- Not built-in aluminum and tantalum electrolytic capacitor
- Included a USB cable (1.8m)
- No external power supply is required
USB-301 is powered through a USB port (Bus-powered) - ESD and surge protection
- Housing material: Plastic
- DIN rail, magnet, and screw mountable (Attachment is required)
- Includes a USB cable (1.8m)
- Non-use of 10 Restricted substances of RoHS directive
- MADE IN JAPAN
Specification
Item | Description | Remarks |
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Model | USB-301 | |
Power | 5VDC Supplied through a USB port (Bus-powered) |
No external power supply required |
Current Consumption | Less than 500 mA | |
Host Interface | USB 2.0 Compliant (Supports Hi Speed) | USB 1.1 compatible (*1) ESD protection |
Parallel Input |
Centronics parallel interface
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LED | POW: Power LED USB: USB status LED LPT: Parallel status LED |
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USB Driver | Virtual COM port driver | Receive function only |
Supports OS | Windows 10/8.1/8/7/Vista/XP | |
USB Connector | Standard Type B Female | |
Parallel Side Connector | Centronics 36pin Female | |
Operating Ambient Temperature | -20 to 60 °C (-4 to 140 [°F]) | No condensation permitted |
Operating Ambient Humidity | 30 to 85 % RH | No condensation permitted |
Storage Ambient Temperature | -20 to 60 °C (-4 to 140 [°F]) | No condensation permitted |
Storage Ambient Humidity | 30 to 85 % RH | No condensation permitted |
Noise Tolerance | Not defined | |
Transmission and other Standard | Not defined | |
Weight | Approx. 100 [g] | Only main body |
Dimensions | 69 x 82.5 x 30 [mm] (2.717" x 3.248" x 1.181") |
Without projections |
(*1) Connecting with all USB host equipments is not ensured.
*Power saving function (suspend, standby, sleep and others) is not supported.
Introduction of commercial applications
(You cannot purchase PrintCapture now.)
PrintCapture (F&F SoftTool) is essentially a Windows-based software printer/plotter.
PrintCapture makes it easy for you to...
- Incorporate images into your project documentation.
- Replace your existing printer or plotter.
- Keep multiple images open at once.
- Open and display a file in BMP, Epson ESC/P, GIF, HPGL, HPGL/2, JPG, PCL, PCX, PNG, TGA, or TIF file format.
- Convert images to a BMP, EPS, GIF, JPG, PCX, PNG, TGA, or TIF file format.
Click here for more information.
Package Contents
- USB-301
- USB A-B cable 1.8m
- Driver & Application CD
*Application software for Incorporate images are not included in the product.
Documentation
Price and Optional Accessories
Description | MODEL | Image | List Price (JPY) | Stock Status |
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LPT-CAPTURE-USB Parallel/USB Converter |
USB-301 | |||
Attachment with clamping screw |
PEN-003 | |||
Attachment for 35mm DIN rail |
PEN-003-DIN | |||
Attachment with neodymium magnet |
PEN-003-MG |
Related product
- Please also see the LPT-CAPTURE-LAN (LNX-201) to convert to ethernet.
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