Where XXXXX=OPEN or CLOSED.
If the previous message displays, follow the instructions in “T&D11 - Pinch Roller Status/Sensor Tuning/Ribbon
Feed and Lift Motors” on page 168. Return here when the following message displays:
SS PATH FF
1. Ensure the paper bail and a ribbon cartridge are installed.
2. Mount 20 lb (80 g/m
2
) paper into the front tractor (FF) or manual sheet feed tray (SS).
3. Press the Load/Form key to select FF.
-or-
Press the Micro ↑ key to select SS.
4. The printer will now load the paper and perform the AFTA operation.
The following 2 messages display sequentially:
+ AFTA X -
YES <- STORE -> NO
Verifying AFTA Calibration Using T&D12:
To verify the calibration:
1. Set the operator menu to AFTA=0.
2. Load a single-sheet of paper into the print area. Note the wheel position.
3. Park the paper.
4. Set the operator menu to FIXED=1.
5. Load a single-sheet of paper into the print area. Note the wheel position.
6. The wheel position should be the same for AFTA=0 and FIXED=1 within ±0.25.
7. The wheel should be pointing to 1 ±0.25.
8. Verify printer operation by printing T&D14 on single-part forms, using a good ribbon. The print should appear
dark.
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