Changing the lock-out mode setting
The following table shows the basic function of each button in the lock-out setting mode.
Button
Basic function
d
button
Selects the next menu parameter.
u
button
Selects the previous menu parameter.
o
button
Changes the value in the selected menu.
You can select the printer functions to be locked while the lock-out mode is on according to your
needs.
Note:
Before entering the lock-out setting mode, you need to load A4 or letter size single-sheet paper or
continuous paper that is at least 210 mm (8.3 inches) wide. See “Loading Continuous Paper” on
page 31 and “Loading Single Sheets” on page 37 for instructions on loading continuous paper and
single sheets.
Follow these steps to change the lock-out mode setting:
1. Make sure the printer is turned off.
!
Caution:
Whenever you turn off the printer, wait at least five seconds before turning it back on;
otherwise, you may damage the printer.
2. Turn on the printer while holding down both the
d
and
buttons.
The printer enters the lock-out setting mode and prints a message asking if you wish to print all
of the current settings.
3. If you want to print the current settings, press the
o
button. If you want to bypass printing of
the current settings, press the
d
button or the
u
button.
The printer prints the first menu and the current value of the menu.
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