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PRINTER STATUS LED
Solutions
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If the IR transmitter and receiver are not aligned, all the
data may not print. The infrared ports on the top of the
analyzer and on the printer (below the MODE button)
should be pointed directly at each other. The maximum
distance for reliable transmission between the ports is 18
inches (45 cm).
To realign, press the BACK key to cancel the print. Verify align-
ment between the analyzer and printer; then try to print
the test results again.
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If the message PRINTING appears on the screen, but no
data are printing, press the BACK key to cancel the print.
least 15 minutes before attempting to print again. Align
the analyzer and printer IR transmitters and print again.
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Make sure the printer is on. The printer shuts o after
two minutes of inactivity to conserve the battery. To
turn the printer on, briey press the MODE button. The
green STATUS light should turn on. Make sure you are
using the Midtronics printer provided with the
CELLTRON ADVANTAGE. Other printers may not be
compatible.
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9 Verify that a compatible communications protocol is
selected in the printer setup. IrDA Mode is compatible
with the Midtronics printer (“IRDA Physical Layer” on
the
printer’s self-test printout). Refer to the printer manual for
information.
9 If you are unable to print after ensuring the analyzer is
functioning, the printer is on, the batteries are good, and
the IR transmitter and receiver are aligned, see the printer
manual for further instructions or call Midtronics. (See
Patents, Limited Warranty, Service.)
Direct sunlight interferes with infrared data transmis-
sion/receiving. If the printer is not receiving data, remove
the printer and the CELLTRON ADVANTAGE from direct
sunlight. If the printed characters are not clear or are
partially missing, recharge the battery and reprint.
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