Understanding Error Mode; Understanding Test Mode - Intermec PB50 User Manual

PB50 Portable Label Printer User's Guide

Understanding Error Mode

The printer enters Error mode when it detects an error condition
such as a low battery or a paper fault. Some error messages appear
on the screen immediately when they occur, such as DOOR
OPEN. Other error messages do not appear until you press the
Information button. If there is more than one error at a given
time, the highest priority error message displays first.
ERROR:
PAPER FAULT
Sample Error Mode Screen
If you encounter an error message, see
Messages" on page 38
problem.

Understanding Test Mode

Use Test mode when you want to verify printer settings, print test
labels, restore factory default settings, or enter Dump mode for
troubleshooting purposes. Two test modes are available: Test
mode and Extended Test mode.
Using Test Mode
Test mode is a simple sequence of events which requires little user
interaction. Extended Test mode requires more user interaction
and lets you choose which actions you want the printer to
perform.
To enter Test mode
1 Make sure the printer is in Ready mode and is loaded with
media.
2 Press the Feed and Standby buttons at the same time and
hold until Select Media appears on the screen and it displays
the time of media you are using (gap, mark, or continuous).
3 Release both buttons. The printer performs a test feed (sensor
calibration), prints a series of test labels, and then enters
Dump mode.
The printer is now in Dump mode and it scans the
communication ports. Any characters received on the
Chapter 2 — Configuring the PB50
"Understanding Error
for information on how to fix the
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