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4.3.4 Dot Test Pattern Label
The Dot Test Pattern Label features patterns that exercise all of the thermal
elements (dots) of the printhead. The resulting label (see examples below) can
be an indication of the printhead’s condition. To print a Dot Test Pattern Label:
Œ
Press the key.
•
Use the key to scroll to ‘Dot Test Pattern’.
Ž Use the key to select a quantity; see Section 4.0.3.
• Press the key to start printing.
Good Test Pattern Label:
Even pattern consistency
indicates correct printhead
is operation.
Faulty Test Pattern Label:
Streaks indicate a dirty or
faulty printhead. See
Section 5.3.1 for cleaning
instructions.