Star Micronics 39607430 Printer Serial Interface Board - 9-Pin RS232 Serial for SP500/SP700/TSP1000/HSP7000 Series
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Product Features
Technical Overview
This interface board implements a standard 9-pin RS232 serial port, supporting common serial communication protocols used in retail, hospitality, and industrial applications. The board is engineered to match the electrical and mechanical specifications of Star Micronics printer internals, ensuring plug-and-play compatibility without requiring external power adapters or signal converters.
With an approximate weight of 100 grams, the board adds negligible mass to the host printer, maintaining portability and rack-mount stability. The RS232 interface supports typical serial data rates and handshaking signals, providing robust connectivity for receipt printing, transaction logging, and system integration tasks.
This section brings together practical product details such as Weight (Approximate), Compatibility, so buyers can judge configuration, deployment fit, and day-to-day suitability with less guesswork.
Key Product Advantages
The Star Micronics 39607430 interface board enables legacy system integration by adding serial connectivity to modern Star Micronics printers. This allows businesses to extend the life of existing POS hardware or meet specific serial-only requirements without replacing entire printer fleets.
Seamless Compatibility
Designed specifically for Star Micronics SP500, SP700, TSP1000, and HSP7000 series printers, ensuring mechanical and electrical fit without modification.
- Plug-and-play installation
- No external adapters needed
- Maintains printer warranty
Reliable Serial Communication
The 9-pin RS232 interface provides stable, noise-resistant data transmission ideal for retail environments with electrical interference or long cable runs.
- Standard serial protocol
- Supports common data rates
- Robust connection quality
Deployment / Use Cases
This interface board is ideal for retail environments upgrading receipt printers while maintaining compatibility with legacy POS systems that output serial data. Hospitality venues can use it to connect kitchen printers to older order management systems, ensuring reliable ticket printing without network dependencies.
Industrial and warehouse applications benefit from the board's ability to interface Star Micronics label printers with serial-only PLCs or inventory systems. Medical facilities can integrate compatible printers with laboratory equipment or patient management systems that require serial communication protocols.
Legacy POS Integration
Connect modern Star Micronics printers to older cash registers or POS terminals that only have serial output ports, avoiding costly system replacements.
Industrial Label Printing
Enable serial communication between Star Micronics printers and manufacturing equipment, barcode scanners, or inventory control systems in warehouse environments.
Physical Profile
The interface board features a compact design that fits within the printer's internal chassis, maintaining the original exterior dimensions and finish. With an approximate weight of 100 grams, installation does not significantly alter the printer's balance or mounting characteristics. The board's lightweight construction ensures minimal thermal impact and reliable operation within the printer's existing cooling envelope.
- Weight
- 100 g
Highlights
- Adds 9-pin RS232 serial connectivity to compatible Star Micronics printers
- Compatible with SP500, SP700, TSP1000, and HSP7000 series models
- Direct internal installation maintains printer footprint and aesthetics
- Approximate weight of 100 grams for minimal impact on printer mass
- Enables integration with legacy POS systems and serial-only equipment
- Manufacturer part number 39607430 for precise identification
- Supports reliable serial communication for receipt and label printing
- Ideal for retail, hospitality, industrial, and medical applications
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Star Micronics, Inc |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 39607430 |
| Brand Name | Star Micronics |
| Product Name | Printer Serial Interface Board |
| Product Type | Printer Serial Interface Board |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Weight (Approximate) | 100 g |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Compatibility | Star micronics Printers: SP500 SP700 TSP1000 HSP7000 Series |
FAQ
Which Star Micronics printer models are compatible with this interface board?
The Star Micronics 39607430 interface board is compatible with the SP500, SP700, TSP1000, and HSP7000 series printers. These include various receipt and label printer models within those series. Always verify your specific printer model's compatibility before purchase, as some variants within these series may have different internal configurations.
What type of connectivity does this interface board provide?
This board provides a 9-pin RS232 serial interface. RS232 is a standard serial communication protocol commonly used in POS systems, industrial equipment, and legacy hardware. The 9-pin configuration supports standard serial data transmission, handshaking signals, and typical baud rates for reliable printer communication.
How is this interface board installed in a compatible printer?
The interface board installs internally within compatible Star Micronics printers. Installation typically involves accessing the printer's internal chassis, removing any existing interface board (if present), and securing the new board in its designated slot. The process is designed for plug-and-play operation without requiring external power adapters or signal converters.
What are the primary use cases for this RS232 interface board?
Primary use cases include connecting Star Micronics printers to legacy POS systems that only have serial outputs, integrating printers with industrial control systems or PLCs that use serial communication, and enabling connectivity in environments where USB or Ethernet networks are not available or preferred. It's commonly used in retail, hospitality, warehouse, and medical settings.
Does installing this board affect the printer's physical dimensions or weight significantly?
No, the board has an approximate weight of 100 grams, which adds minimal mass to the printer. Its internal installation maintains the printer's original exterior dimensions and finish. The lightweight design ensures the printer's balance, portability, and mounting characteristics remain largely unchanged.
Can this interface board be used to replace a faulty serial interface in an existing printer?
Yes, the Star Micronics 39607430 can replace a faulty or damaged serial interface board in compatible SP500, SP700, TSP1000, or HSP7000 series printers. It provides identical functionality to the original interface, restoring serial connectivity without requiring printer replacement. Always ensure the printer model matches the compatibility list before installation.
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