Diagnostic Tools; Diagnostic System Outline - Epson L-1000 Technical Manual

TROUBLESHOOTING

5.1.1 Diagnostic Tools

The diagnostic tools enable anyone to troubleshoot the components, regardless of their experience.

5.1.1.1 Diagnostic System Outline

Connect this system to an MS-DOS-based computer (Epson PC (Equity), etc.) using an RS-232C cable, E934
cable, and 8143 optional interface board.
First, install the diagnostic cartridge in the printer and run the diagnostic program with the computer. The host
computer sends the test programs to the printer, which then executes them. The host computer receives the
test program results back from the printer and determines the status of the printer. Figure 5-2 and Table 5-2
show this diagnostic system.
This system has the following features:
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Figure 5-2. Printer Diagnostic System
Table 5-2. Printer Diagnostic System
REV.-A
LQ-500 / L-1000