TM200 Service Manual
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1.6 Self-test
The printer has a self-test function that checks the following:
Control circuit functions
Printer mechanisms
Print quality
Control software version
DIP switch settings.
NOTE:
This test is independent of any other equipment or software.
Running the self test
1. Make sure the printer is turned off and the printer cover is closed properly.
2. Make sure a paper roll has been installed properly.
3. While holding down the FEED button, turn on the printer using the switch on the front
of the printer to begin the self test. The self test prints the printer settings, and then
prints the following, cuts the paper, and pauses.
If you want to continue SELF-TEST
Please press the FEED button
4. Press the FEED button to continue printing. The printer prints a pattern using the
built-in character set.
5. The self test automatically ends and cuts the paper after printing the following.
*** completed ***
Please re-start to exit SELF-TEST