Gerber GSx Communication problem

[tntnuchia]

I know there has got to be a trick to this but i haven't a clue as to what is is.

The Problem:
Gerber GSx plotter uses a LPT cable

Omega 2.5 Only gives the option COM1...2...3...etc. no LPT.

I have plenty of LPT cables and I also have a switch box....Just do not know how to make it all work. Anyone else have this same set up?

Thanks

 

[tntnuchia]

Anybody... Something....

 

[Tony Teveris]

Gerber cutters will NOT use and parallel (LPT) cable and you must have the correct cable (pi outs) for the particular cutter.

 

[Fred Weiss]

I think you're confusing 25 pin serial comm ports with 25 pin printer lpt ports. The Gerber plotters use serial cables.

Comm ports can be 9 pin or 25 pin and adapters are available for a couple of bucks at places like Radio Shack if you need to convert between them.

Here's a link to help you.

 

[tntnuchia]

Ok by what I have read over the last few days, I should have a 25 pin to 9 pin serial cable from Gerber that came with this plotter. That cable I do not have.

Do you know if I have to have that cable from Gerber or will any 25 pin to 9 pin cable work?

Guys I really appreciate your time and advice on this matter.

 

[Fred Weiss]

I would suggest buying the correct one from Gerber since they sometimes have different pin out settings. If you have a suitable serial cable available, it can't hurt anything to try it first ... it will either work or it won't.