52  S-Class 
 
If experiencing this problem…  Try this Corrective Action… 
 
No communications / not 
printing via software: 
 
 
 
  The parser mode may not match the 
software (language) being used.  Print a 
Configuration Label to check the 
detected parser mode setting (see 
Section 3.4.1) or see Section 5.1 for 
more information. See Section 4.3 to 
reconfigure the parser mode setting, 
depending upon your software program, 
for DTPL or DPL. 
 
 The communication parameters between 
the printer and host may not match; 
Print a Configuration Label to check the 
current port settings (see Section 3.4.1) 
See Section 4.3 to reconfigure the 
printer to match the host computer’s 
settings. 
 
 The interface connection may be faulty 
or the cable may be incorrect or faulty; 
check the connections and see 
Appendix C for cable requirements. 
 
 
Poor print quality / not printing 
(including resident formats): 
 
 
 The printhead latch may be unlocked; 
lock the latch. See Section 3.2.  
 
 The printhead may be dirty; clean per 
Section 4.4.1. 
 
 The heat setting may be incorrect. Use 
the Darkness Control (see Section 3.4), 
or adjust the heat setting through the 
software program (software will 
override the Front Panel setting). In 
addition, print speed can also be used to 
darken or lighten print.  
 
 The type of ticket stock may be 
incorrect (i.e., thermal transfer).