Printing a Test Label ............................18
Connecting the Printer and Computer ...................18
RS-232 Interface Requirements .....................18
Parallel Interface Requirements .....................19
Serial and Parallel Cabling Requirements ................19
Communicating with the Printer ......................19
Via the Parallel Port ...........................19
Via the Serial Port ............................19
Defaulting the Printer ..........................19
Autobaud.................................20
^SC Command..............................20
Setting Up the Software ..........................20
Routine Care and Adjustments
Cleaning ..................................21
Cleaning the Exterior ..........................23
Cleaning the Interior...........................23
Cleaning the Printhead and Platen Roller ................23
Cleaning the Cutter Module .......................24
Lubrication .................................30
AC Power Fuse Replacement .......................30
Mechanical Adjustments..........................31
Print Quality Adjustments ........................31
Toggle Pressure Adjustment.......................31
Media Rest Position Adjustment ....................33
Top of the Label Position Adjustment..................33
Media Sensor Position Adjustment ...................33
Ribbon Supply Spindle Adjustment ...................33
Backing Rewind Power Roller Adjustment ...............34
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Table ...........................37
Printer Status Sensors ...........................43
Manual Calibration.............................45
Resetting Printer Parameters ........................46
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