20 
Troubleshooting 
 
Use the table below to locate a description of the symptom that best fits the problem and then find a 
corresponding solution. 
 
 
 
 
CAUTION 
 
The Linear Scanner contains no user serviceable parts. All product service must be 
performed by Datamax-O’Neil. Opening the device will void the warranty and could expose 
the hazardous LED light.   
 
 
 Note:   Press FEED to clear a fault.  
 
 
 
Problem  Possible solution… 
 
No faults are generated when 
scanning. 
 
  If the barcodes are faulty, the scanner may not be enabled:  Ensure that the 
MODE is set to Auto, or Enabled; see Operation.  
 
  The scanner may be disconnected:  Turn OFF the printer.  Ensure that the 
Connector Cable is attached (look for the red glow at power-up); see Operation. 
 
A Scanner Fault is generated 
as soon as printer power is 
applied to the printer. 
 
The scanner may be disconnected while Enabled:  Turn OFF the printer. Ensure 
that the Connector Cable is attached (look for the red glow on power-up); otherwise, 
to continue printing without scanning, change the MODE setting to Auto, or 
Disabled; see Operation.  
 
Scanner Faults are 
generated, but VOID is not 
printed on faulted labels. 
  
 Note: Normal if the fault 
occurs after a label printed. 
 
 
  Ensure the FAULT HANDLING – LEVEL is set to VOID AND RETRY; see 
Operation.  
 
  Ensure that sufficient text space exists by adjusting the VOID DISTANCE; see 
Operation.   
 
 
 
Unable to capture feedback 
data.  
 
 
  Ensure that OPTION FEEDBACK (Host Settings) is enabled; see Operation.  
 
  Depending upon your communication interface, ensure that a bi-directional 
cable is being used; see the Operator’s Manual.    
 
  If using parallel communications, ensure that BI-DIRECTIONAL 
(Communications) is enabled; see the Operator’s Manual.    
 
  Depending upon your communication interface, ensure that your host device 
settings match those of the printer, and that your software program is set to 
parse the received data. 
 
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