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 for samples of the labels and additional information.

User menu item:	Home Menu TOOLS
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. For more information, see PRINT LINE.* 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.)*

* This test sequence prints a large number of labels. For additional information, see PRINT LINE.