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[ 15 ] External printer print test
[Function]
This test will check the print test for the RS232C I/F printer.
Connect the printer to the COM which is to be tested.
[Operation]
Operation : x1 x2 x3 n 0 3 d ST
X1: Print test pattern (0 = A pattern, 1 = B pattern)
X2: Port selection (1 = COM1, 2 = COM2, 3 = COM3)
X3: Baud rate selection (1 = 4800 bps, 2 = 9600 bps, 3 = 19.2 kbps)
n: 0 = One time check (can be omitted)
not 0 = Continuous check (To stop the test, press "ESC" key)
d: Printer type selection (1 = RJ, 2 = SLIP)
Note that some printers cannot use certain baud rates. Refer to the list below.
When changing the baud rate, make sure to change the setting for the printer also.
A pattern
B pattern
19.2 Kbps 9600 bps 4800 bps
SLIP PRINTER (SP1300)
RJ PRINTER (UP250/350/360)
BBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBB *8,888,88
BBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBB
[LCD]
Error display
When the printer is not connected
[PRINT]
Printing pattern is the following 2 types.
The number of lines : 40 lines for RJ and 35 lines for SLIP.