TransAct EPIC 630, Programmer'S Manual

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Self-Test Mode allows you to perform a series of tests to show if the printer is functioning
correctly. Self-Test Mode also allows you to print a summary of how your TransAct
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EPIC 630 is currently configured. Use this printout to compare your printer’s settings to
your system’s requirements. Specific attention should be given to emulation and
communications settings. For serial printers, the baud rate and other RS-232 interface
settings are important. If there is a configuration problem, you should use Configuration
Mode to make any changes necessary.
Entering Self-Test, and Configuration mode
To enter self test and or configuration mode, perform the following sequence of
operations:
1. Press and release the test button on the communications on the SST280 and
EPIC 630 or the top button on the EPIC 630.
2. Follow the directions printed on the ticket to cycle through and select the desired
TEST option.
The TransAct
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EPIC 630 has Several Self-Test and or configuration options. Two are
designed to be useful when performing on-site print evaluations. One option allows the
printers electronic journal to be maintained, one allows the printers configuration to be
changed, and two are designed for factory setup by TransAct.
Testing the printer
Use the following two TEST options when verifying basic printer operation.
TEST-Receipt
The receipt test is the primary test option to use when determining if the printer is
functioning correctly.
The receipt test is mostly used during the early stages of troubleshooting, to eliminate
the possibility that the problem is occurring with the printer. If the printer experiences a
failure, and the error indicator light is activated, call TransAct’s TransAct Facility’s
Technical Support Department.
TEST-Head Test
This test performs a test pattern that will print all the head print elements and verify that
the drive roll is free from defects. The print head has two heating elements per dot
position. A print element is not considered bad unless both elements are missing. If the
head test shows that there is an inconsistency in the drive roll it may be debris or a void.
If debris is indicated, cleaning the drive roll should correct the problem. If this does not
correct the problem, contact TransAct’s TransAct Facility’s Technical Support
Department.
Maintaining the Electronic Journal
The TransAct® EPIC 630 has an electronic journal option. It is possible to configure the
printer with a journal station. This selection allows the information saved in the electronic
journal to be printed and maintained by the operator.