I piggybacked my issue on another post, but just realized that I should have created a unique post for my issue. I am reposting my post here for clarity:
I received my printer two and a half weeks ago and just started my project. The printer is not printing the test.
I ordered the “Mini Thermal Receipt Printer Starter Pack” shown here:
https://www.adafruit.com/product/600
And have been following this guide:
https://learn.adafruit.com/mini-thermal ... first-test
When I turn on the power, the green led flashes. When I press the button, the paper rolls out for about 10mm, then stops. No text is printed on the paper.
The paper is loaded correctly and the paper is not binding at all and I am using the power supply provided in the kit.
The problem seems the same as the post by username “ryantan” on Sat May 14, 2016 10:54 am. (viewtopic.php?f=22&t=54162&start=30)
However, my printer did come with a test print already rolled up inside the printer, which makes me confused as to if the printer has worked before.
I attached a photo of my circuit, and of the test print that was rolled up inside the printer.
Thanks for your help,
J
Here is ryantan's post for reference.
ryantan wrote:Hi, just received my printer yesterday, but it's not printing the test. I am using the following products:
https://www.adafruit.com/products/276
https://www.adafruit.com/products/368
https://www.adafruit.com/product/597
And following this guide:
https://learn.adafruit.com/mini-thermal ... first-test
When i turn on the power, the green led flashes. When I press the button, the paper rolls out for about 10mm, then stops, no printing.
I have attached a photo of the front of the printer, is the black stains normal?