User`s manual

Section 1: Introduction
Axis AFP User’s Manual 9
Theory of Operation
The Axis AFP converts the IPDS data stream to PostScript.
Together with the attached printer, the Axis AFP will appear to the host as an IBM
IPDS page printer.
In addition, the Axis AFP can be used to share the connected printer between the
IBM host and a PC. The PC-Host sharing function works without need for user
intervention, using an optional cable.
The picture below shows the Axis AFP in an operating environment, illustrating
the PC-Host sharing function.
The Axis AFP in its operating environment
IPDS data from host
PostScript PrinterAxis AFP
Parallel printer port
PC or Axis Network Print Server
Parallel Cable