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3 Operating the Printer
Powering On the Printer
When you power on the printer, it executes a self-test. The default
power-up state is online. When the self-test completes and the software
has initialized successfully, the status indicator light turns on, indicating
the printer is online. The default value of the type of emulation you have
installed appears in the display.
If there is a fault during the self-test, the status indicator flashes and a
specific fault message appears on the display (such as “LOAD
PAPER”). The alarm also sounds if it is configured to do so. See
“Troubleshooting” on page 195 for information on fault messages and
solutions.
Operating Modes
Online. In online mode, the printer can receive and print data sent from
the host. Pressing the ON LINE key toggles the printer from offline to
online mode. The status indicator is lit in online mode.
Offline. In offline mode, you may perform operator functions, such as
loading paper and setting top-of-form. You may also move within the
printer configuration menus. Pressing the ON LINE key toggles the
printer from online to offline mode. The status indicator is off in offline
mode.
Fault. In fault mode, a fault condition exists which must be cleared
before printing can continue. The status indicator flashes, the alarm
beeps (if configured to sound), and a descriptive fault message
displays.