I can't imagine very many electronic parts that ought to have unactivated constant continuity between their pins/leads. It might be worth trying to find a replacment part.
Color StyleWriter 2200: Technical Specifications
Color StyleWriter 2200 setup and user manual on Scribd
Any chance of larger, more general photos of the whole circuit board? Maybe having annotations?
Color StyleWriter 2200: Technical Specifications
Color StyleWriter 2200 setup and user manual on Scribd
Any chance of larger, more general photos of the whole circuit board? Maybe having annotations?