Epson Status Monitor 3; Printing A Self-Test - Epson PLQ-20 Reference Manual

EPSON Status Monitor 3

EPSON Status Monitor 3 provides status messages and a graphic
display showing the current status of the printer.
If a problem occurs while printing, an error message appears in
the Progress Meter window.

Printing a Self-Test

Running the printer's self-test helps you determine whether the
printer or the computer is causing the problem:
❏ If the self-test results are satisfactory, the printer is working
properly and the problem probably results from your printer
driver settings, application settings, computer, or interface
cable. (Be sure to use a shielded interface cable.)
❏ If the self-test does not print properly, there is a problem with
the printer. See "Problems and Solutions" on page 105 for
possible causes and solutions to the problem.
Note:
❏ Prepare an A4 size sheet of paper before entering the self-test
printing mode.
❏ Always close the printer cover before printing. The printer does not
print when the printer cover is open.
Follow these steps to perform a self-test:
1. Turn off the printer.
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Caution:
Whenever you turn off the printer, wait at least five seconds
before turning it back on; otherwise you may damage the
printer.
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