Description Of The Diagnostic Tool; Making Connections; General Diagram; Operating Mode - Star Micronics WinType 4000 Technical Manual

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DESCRIPTION OF THE DIAGNOSTIC TOOL

A diagnostic tool must be used in order to keep this printer in good working condition. When the diagnostic tool
is connected to this printer, it can be used to set the control codes and to diagnose any problem.

1.1 Making Connections

Connect the diagnostic tool to connector P/J31 on the MCU PWB of the printer using a harness.
Caution:
Remove the rear cover (refer to chapter 3, section 1.3) when connecting the harness to P/J31 on the
MCU PWB on the printer.

1.2 General Diagram

The console consists of an LCD (liquid crystal display) with two rows of 16 characters each and two input key switches.

1.3 Operating Mode

This printer is able to operate in the five following modes:
• On-line Mode
• User Settings Mode
• Test Print Mode
• Diagnosis Mode
• Non-volatile Settings Mode
Caution:
It is not possible to change from one mode to another while the power is ON. To cancel one mode and
start another, you must turn the power switch OFF.
P/J31
LVPS
MCU PWB
Rear of the printer
LCD
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MAINTENANCE GUIDE
Diagnostic tool
Harness
KEY 1
KEY 0

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