6. SYSTEM MODE
EO18-33011
6.4 SELF-DIAGNOSTIC TEST
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6.4 SELF-DIAGNOSTIC TEST
Outline of Self-Diagnostic Test
In the Self-Diagnostic Test mode ,the printer checks and prints out the printer system information such
as the sensor or interface, and the Maintenance Counter. Also it makes the print head broken element
check.
The Self-Diagnostic Test contains the following sub menus:
NOTE: Use the [FEED] or [RESTART] key to select a desired option.
Press the [PAUSE] key so that the printer enters the Pause condition. Then, press and hold the
[RESTART] key until “<0>RESET” message appears on the display.
Then, press the [FEED] key, and “<1>DIAG. Vx.x” message appears.
6.4.1 Ribbon Type
Selection
Press the [PAUSE] key. . The ribbon type can be selected: “NO RIBBON” (No ribbon),
“TRANS.” (Transmissive ribbon), or “NO TRANS.” (Non transmissive ribbon).
After selecting the ribbon type to be used, press the [PAUSE] key to go to Maintenance
counter/parameter settings print out.
.
NOTE:
When using the ribbon, be sure to select “Thermal Transfer”. When using the thermal
media, be sure to select the “Thermal Direct”.
[PAUSE]
[PAUSE]
[FEED]
[FEED]
[RESTART]
[RESTART]
[FEED]
Selection of the ribbon type.
Prints out the Maintenance Counter /Parameter
Settings.
Performs a Self-Diagnostic Test, and prints out
the result.
Checks to see if there is any problem with the print
head.
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Non transmissive ribbon
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