Printronix T5000e Series Module Manual page 67

Message
Poor scanning Data validation failure:
Inspect head hardware defect. The
validator detected
unexpected dark spots in
spaces or light spots in bars.
This usually indicates a poor
ribbon/media combination, a
dirty printhead, or a burned
pixel.
Speed Exceeds Print Speed is set above 6
Validator Limit IPS as the Power-Up
configuration with the
validator option installed. An
attempt was made to set Print
Speed above 6 IPS in the
QUICK SETUP menu or via
host software.
Table 4. Message List
Explanation
Error Messages
Solution
1. Check that paper and
ribbon are clean,
unwrinkled, and
installed correctly.
2. Clean the printhead.
3. If message reappears,
replace the printhead.
Change Print Speed in the
QUICK SETUP menu or via
host software to 6 IPS or
less when using the
validator option and save
the new value as the
Power-Up configuration in
the CONFIG CTRL menu.
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