Epson TM200 service manual Self-test, Running the self test

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TM200 Service Manual

1.6Self-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

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Contents TM200 Appendix a Printer Parts Printer cover Control Panel Cutter cover Cover open buttonPrinting Specifications Character sizePaper Specifications Electrical SpecificationsAutocutter Printable AreaEMI and Safety Standards Applied External Dimensions and WeightReliability Conditions of acceptabilityEnvironmental Conditions HumidityMajor Component Specifications ConnectorsPower Supply Connector TM200 Printer MechanismInterfaces Drawer Kick-out ConnectorRS-232 serial interface Switching between online and offline TM200 serial printer status and signalsButtons, Switches, and Panel Lights Power SwitchType Rocker switch Function Panel ButtonPanel lights DIP SwitchesSerial interface model OFF Transmission Speed Parallel interface model DIP switch EPPSelf-test Running the self testHexadecimal Dump Hexadecimal Dump FunctionPerforming a Hexadecimal Dump Ending hexadecimal dumpingStandard Accessories Paper SensorsCover Open Button Cover Open SensorExternal Power Supply Specifications Input specificationsOptions ConsumablesOutput specifications Component Connections TM200 Printer MechanismPrinter Mechanism Thermal head Module Frame cover openMain Circuit Board Unit Autocutter ModuleAutocutter operation Cutter blade knobCPU peripheral logic circuits TM200 Control CircuitControl Panel Control Circuit Power Supply CircuitDrawer Kick Control Circuit Switch Circuit Board I/F Circuit BoardTransport Precautions Setup PrecautionsOperational Precautions HandlingPaper Precautions Loading paper rollPage Problem Solving ErrorsClearing Paper Jams Maintenance Procedures Inspection and MaintenanceCleaning Thermal head Platen roller on receipt side Paper roll end sensor on receipt sideExterior dirt Dirt, lint, dustTroubleshooting Symptoms and SolutionsPrinter Operation when an Error Occurs Error Types and ProcessingData Receive Error only with the serial interface model Page Before Starting disassembly, assembly, and adjustment Using this ManualDisassembly, Assembly, and Adjustment Procedures TitlesTM200 Disassembly, Assembly, and Adjustment Please following the steps for disassemblyDoor sensor block Page Paper out sensor block and paper sensor block Page Page Autocutter module Page Thermal head module Page Page Main circuit board Page Page Specifications Switching between online and offlineInterface Pin Assignments Appendix B Exploded diagram Appendix C Panel lights and indicators Page Appendix D Parts number list