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If experiencing this problem…		Try this solution…
Nothing happens when trying	∙ Ensure that the printer is at READY.
to print using a software	∙ Observe the Front Panel, if the READY
program:
	light does not flash as you send the format
	check the protocol and port settings
	between the printer and host.
	∙ Ensure the interface			cable		meets	the
	requirements found in Section 3.0.1.
Poor print quality:	∙ The printhead may need cleaning; see
	Section 5.3.1.
	∙ Adjust the Heat and Print Speed settings
	through the Front Panel or by host
	commands; see Section 4.1.3. (The same
	functional commands from the host
	computer override the menu settings.)
	∙ The media/ribbon combination may not be
	compatible; see Section 2.1.
	∙ The	Printhead	Leveling		Cam may		be
	incorrectly adjusted; see Section 5.1.1.
	∙ The Platen Roller may be dirty or worn;
	see Section 5.3.2.
	∙ The	Printhead	Burn	Line		may need
	adjusting; see Section 5.1.2.
Skips labels when printing:	∙ Quick Media Calibration				may be needed;
	see Section 3.4.
	∙ The Media Sensor may be out of position;
	readjust the position; see Section 3.2.
	∙ The format may be within 1/8 inch of the
	label’s edge. Try reducing or moving the
	format slightly.
Unable to print rotated text:	The characters may be formatted outside the
	label dimensions. Ensure the row/column
	values provide enough room for the height of
	the characters or bar code to be printed. See
	the Programmer’s Manual for details.

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