Genicom 3600 manual Adjusting the Printer

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5. A good test will result in the following printout :

3600M.029

6.To enter normal print mode again, switch the printer power off and then on again.

If this test does not work, recheck after you make sure that the DIP switches are set to the default configuration and that the printer cable is securely plugged into COM1 of your PC.

Note: If you are using a different platform to communicate with your printer, refer to your host computer user’s manual and the 3600 Bar Code Printer User’s Manual for more detailed information about downloading commands.

Adjusting the Printer

WARNING

CAUTION

The following procedures provide instructions for adjusting the print bias, the print intensity (darkness), the label mark sensor, the label gap sensor, the label taken sensor, and the printhead fine adjustment lever on the 3600 printer.

Warning

Always disconnect the power cord before removing the electronics cover unless a procedure requires the unit to be energized. Failure to disconnect the power cord may result in injury or death due to electric shock.

Caution

The printhead and integrated circuits on printer circuit boards in this equipment are sensitive to damage by electrostatic discharge (ESD). Prevent ESD by always wearing skin contact ground straps firmly attached to the equipment metal base assembly when working inside of the equipment housing. Failure to comply can result in damage to components or the printhead.

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