QMS 1660E, Getting Started

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Introduction
QMS 1660E Print System Getting Started 5-2
Introduction
The control panel, located on the front of the printer, allows you to
direct the printer’s operation. In addition, it displays the current status
of the printer, including any condition that needs your attention.
The control panel consists of the following parts:
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Eight indicators provide printer status information and identify the
current media source.
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A message window displays status and configuration information.
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Seven keys allow you to control the printer.
Control Panel Indicators
Five indicators on the control panel display printer status information,
and three other indicators (located on the print engine diagram) iden-
tify the current media source:
Flashes when the printer is warming up. It remains on
when the printer is ready to receive a print job and while it
is processing or printing a job (unless an error is
encountered).
Lights when the printer requires operator intervention.
This indicator is usually accompanied by a status
message in the message window.
Lights when the printer is receiving data from one or more
of the simultaneous interfaces.