Custom Audio Electronics FT190 II, User Manual

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2.3 AUTOTEST
To run the autotest, hold down the FEED key, while switching on the printer. The autotest causes the printing
of the printer’s current setting data and the printing of the complete ASCII character set.
2.4 HEXADECIMAL DUMP
If the PRINT key is held down during switching on, the printer enters Hexadecimal Dump mode. This function
is used for the diagnostics of characters received in serial or parallel. In fact, these are printed in hexademi-
cal code together with the corresponding ASCII code.
2.5 MAINTENANCE
2.5.1 Changing the paper roll
To change the paper roll, proceed as follows:
Open the printer cover and press down the swinging support of the print mechanism at the point marked 1.
PUSH;
Insert the end of the paper roll in the slit of the print mechanism and position the paper roll so that it rota-
2.
tes in the right direction, as shown in the fi gure;
The paper is automatically pulled by the roller for 3 or 4 centimetres; 3.
Tear off the paper and re-close the cover. 4.
WARNING
Make sure the paper edge is straight before inserting it in the
machine.
(Fig.2.2)
2. INSTALLATION AND USE
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