Genicom 3600 - Manual (Page 57)

c 39 frank Testing and Adjusting
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5. A good test will result in the following printout :
3600M.029
6. To enter normal print mode again, switch the printer power off and then on
again.
If this test does not work, recheck after you make sure that the DIP switches
are set to the default configuration and that the printer cable is securely
plugged into COM1 of your PC.
Note: If you are using a different platform to communicate with your printer, refer to
your host computer user’s manual and the 3600 Bar Code Printer User’s Manual
for more detailed information about downloading commands.
Adjusting the Printer
The following procedures provide instructions for adjusting the print bias, the
print intensity (darkness), the label mark sensor, the label gap sensor, the label
taken sensor, and the printhead fine adjustment lever on the 3600 printer.
WARNING
Warning
Always disconnect the power cord before removing the electronics
cover unless a procedure requires the unit to be energized. Failure to
disconnect the power cord may result in injury or death due to
electric shock.
CAUTION
Caution
The printhead and integrated circuits on printer circuit boards in
this equipment are sensitive to damage by electrostatic discharge
(ESD). Prevent ESD by always wearing skin contact ground straps
firmly attached to the equipment metal base assembly when
working inside of the equipment housing. Failure to comply can
result in damage to components or the printhead.