Section 3: Configuration and Operation
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CONFIGURATION AND OPERATION
Before using the printer, it is best to read this manual thoroughly first. Otherwise, you may disturb
default settings around which the instructional procedures in this manual are based on.

3.1 OPERATING MODES

The operating status of this printer can be set to one of nine modes:
1) Normal (Online and Offline) Modes
2) Advanced Mode
3) Service Mode
4) Counters Mode
5) Move Mode
6) Test Print Mode
7) Maintenance (Factory/All Clear) Mode
8) Boot Download Mode
9) Hex Dump Mode
The different modes are accessed through a combination of setting DIP switches and holding
down certain buttons on the Operation Panel when you turn the printer ON. These are explained
in the following sections.
Note
Due to SATO’s continual efforts to improve the printer firmware and hardware, the sequence and
availability of LCD menus described here may not be similar to what is available on your version
of LM Basic. In this case, visit SATO’s website at http://www.satoworldwide.com for
supplementary and updated documentation.