Section 8: Adjustment Procedures
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PITCH SENSOR ADJUSTMENT
Pitch sensor adjustment is used to set the top of the form (leading edge). This adjustment is a
straight forward or backward motion and does not affect lateral movement or skewed images.
For almost all applications, the VR3 potentiometer with an adjustment range of +/- 3.75mm, will
be sufficient. However, use of the VR9 potentiometer will provide additional adjustment range.
The VR9 potentiometer is located on the face of the main circuit board and will require the
removal of the left housing cover to gain access.
1 Record all dip switch positions and then switch each to the Off position.
2 Turn the dial of the PITCH (VR3) potentiometer midway of the scale.
3 Press and hold the FEED key while switching on the printer.
4 Release the FEED key when the printer emits an audible beep.
5 Press the ENTER key to advance to the next display.
6 Press the LINE and FEED keys as required to adjust the print width.
7 Press the ENTER key to select and begin test printing.
8 Adjust the PITCH (VR3) potentiometer as required for the correct positioning.
9 Press the ENTER key to discontinue printing and switch off the printer.
CAUTION: VR9 POTENTIOMETER ADJUSTMENT WILL AFFECT ALL
LABELS AND WILL REQUIRE RESETTING. TYPICALLY, THIS
ADJUSTMENT IS USED TO FINELY MANUEUVER TEXT OR IMAGES
INTO TIGHT LOCATIONS.
NOTE: Ensure all other print quality issues are resolved prior to making this
adjustment.
NOTE: Figure 10-4 of the Diagrams & Schematics section for switch and
potentiometer locations.
NOTE: The PITCH (VR3) potentiometer is located on the operator panel. The
operator panel is located on the upper surface of the left housing cover.
LCD DISPLAY: TEST PRINT MODE
CONFIGURATION
LCD DISPLAY: TEST PRINT SIZE
26CM
NOTE: The ENTER key may be used to cease and resume printing activity.
