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TOOLS > PRINT TEST FORMAT
Use this menu option to initiate test sequences that print specific types of labels to help you troubleshoot
printing issues. See Print Test Format Option on page 219 for samples of the labels and additional
information.
* This test sequence prints a large number of labels. See PRINT LINE onpage221 for additional
information.
Accepted values:
• DARKNESS—Runs a repeated image in incrementing darkness levels.
• FIRST DOT LOCATION—Identifies the first dot location and label top to
assist you with adjusting the position of the label.
• PRINT LINE—Initiates a test sequence. See PRINT LINE onpage221
for details.*
• IMAGE COMPRESSION—Prints an image with lines and circles to assist
with issues regarding compression or stretching of an image.
• ELEMENT OUT—Prints a horizontal image designed to show if a
printhead element is not functioning.
SGD command used:
print.troubleshooting_label_choices (specifies the type of label)
print.troubleshooting_label_print (prints the label)
Control panel key(s):
As an alternate way to initiate the PRINT LINE test sequence, reboot the
printer while holding PAUSE. Hold PAUSE until the first control panel light
turns off. (Formerly called a PAUSE self test.)*
TOOLS
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PRINT INFORMATION
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IDLE DISPLAY
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POWER UP ACTION
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HEAD CLOSE ACTION
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LOAD DEFAULTS
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MEDIA/RIBBON CAL
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DIAGNOSTIC MODE
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ENERGY STAR
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CONFIG INFO TO USB
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ZBI ENABLED?
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RUN ZBI PROGRAM
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STOP ZBI PROGRAM
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PRINT USB FILE
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COPY USB FILE TO E:
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STORE E: FILE TO USB
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PRINT STATION
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PASSWORD PROTECT
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APPLCTR ERR: PAUSE
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PRINT TEST FORMAT
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