6. SYSTEM MODE
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6.1 OPERATION PANEL
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6. SYSTEM MODE
This chapter describes usage and purpose of the keys on the Operation Panel in System Mode.
For service personnel, System Mode should be used for the following nine purposes:
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To reset the printer. (Reset mode)
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To check and print the system status, the Maintenance Counter, and the Print Head Element.
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To set the parameters for the communication with the host computer, and the printer functions
such as the keys and LCD Message Display.
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To make fine adjustment related to the media issue.
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To perform a test print for checking print quality.
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To check the status of the sensors and to set the threshold of the media sensors.
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To perform a Maintenance Counter clear and Parameter clear.
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To set the IP Address.
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To print the data in the receive buffer (Dump mode).
6.1 OPERATION PANEL
The figure below illustrates the Operation Panel and key functions.
The LCD Message Display shows messages in alphanumeric characters and symbols to indicate the
printer’s status. Up to 16 characters can be displayed.
There are three LEDs on the Operation Panel.
LED Illuminates
when…
POWER
The printer is turned on.
ON LINE The printer is ready to print.
ERROR
Any error occurs with the printer.
In System Mode, the [FEED], [RESTART] and [PAUSE] keys function as described below.
FEED
Used to select the parameter mode or to fine adjust the parameters in the negative direction (-).
RESTART
Used to release the printer from Pause condition, to select the parameter mode, or to fine
adjust the parameters in the positive direction (+). When pressing and holding the [RESTART]
key in Pause condition for more than 3 sec., the printer enters the system mode.
PAUSE
Used to stop printing operation temporarily, to select the parameter mode, or used as an enter
key. When pressing and holding the [PAUSE] key in Pause condition for more than 3 sec., the
printer enters the threshold setting mode.
NOTE: Use the [RESTART] key to resume printing after a pause condition, or after clearing an error
POWER ONLINE ERROR
FEED RESTART
PAUSE
LCD Message Display (16 characters x 1line)
ON LINE LED (Green)
ERROR LED (Red)
[PAUSE] key
POWER LED
(Green)
[FEED] key
[RESTART] key
