[SOLVED] Is it possible to read and write data from/to parallel port

[vadon]

I would like to be able to control ports as input and output at the same time. Ýs it possible?

 

[dainis]

For duplex operation is aivailable only 5 inputs, and 8+(3?) outputs, this is for standart printer port.
For enhanced printer port modes (ESP,EPP) you need switching data port (8 bit) direction, this is

 

[vadon]

Where can I find sample code for duplex operation in vc++, vb, or delphi.

 

[dainis]

Look:
h**p://w*w.lvr.com/parport.htm
h**p://w*w.internals.com/utilities/winio.zip
h**p://w*w.driverlinx.com/DownLoad/dnload.htm#Windows 95/NT Port I/O Driver?ID=1013939441403
h**p://w*w.entechtaiwan.com/tools.htm
h**p://w*w.ez-driver.com/

 

[vadon]

Winio.zip worked very well. Thanks. :smile: