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Testing – Printing a Printer Self-Test Page
The TUP500, like all Star printers, has a built-in diagnosis printout that can be manually printed to check the
printer's current configuration. This "Self-Test" page also allows the user to confirm that the printer is in fact
operating properly.
Additional Documentation
This "Quick Setup Guide" is a condensed summary of the information available from all of the manuals
available on our website
available for the TUP500
TUP500 Specification Manual (TUP500sm.pdf) – This manual provides detailed specification for the
configuration and use of the TUP500. Also included are dimensional drawings, electrical specifications, usage
examples and ideal operating environment specifications.
TUP500 Installation Manual (TUP500im.pdf) – This manual provides details instructions for installing the shaft
weight. The proper installation of this weight ensures proper paper feed and looping functionality of the
TUP500's document presenter.
TUP500 Technical Manual (TUP500tm.pdf) – This manual is designed as a technical reference for periodic
inspection and maintenance of the TUP500 series printers. Users of this manual should possess a technical
aptitude that is typical of service personnel. This manual is not intended for the general user.
Line Mode Programmer's Manual (lindemodepm.pdf) – This reference manual provides the command
specification for Star Line Mode for all thermal line printers from Star. It provides detailed commands and
examples for controlling Star printers directly by command, without drivers.
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To print a printer self-test, simply follow the steps
listed below.
1. Turn the printer's power switch to the OFF
position
2. Press and hold the paper feed switch (SW1)
3. Turn the printer's power switch to the ON
position
4. Release the paper feed switch (SW1)
NOTE: In order to print a self-test page, the printer
must be properly loaded with paper and must have its
power supply connected to a live power source.
excluding Technical Manual. Listed below are the manuals
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