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Operator panel
This is located on the top of the printer. The
panel consists of the message display three
indicators and eight keys. The message display
shows the printer’s status. Press the keys when
you want to switch the printer between online
and offline status, or to cancel printing.
Outline font
With outline fonts, characters outlines are
represented by numerical expressions, and fonts
can be enlarged, reduced, or painted in different
ways by changing the numeric values of those
expressions. Printing remains clear even if you
enlarge fonts, since the letters are defined by an
outline. You can specify font size in steps of 0.25
points up to 999.75 points.
Parallel interface
With this interface, data transfer between the
printer and the computer takes place on 8-bit
chunks. The printer can perform IEEE1284
compatible bi-directional communications.
Printer driver
The printer driver makes it possible for you to
print data created using application software.
The printer driver for either the printer is on the
CD-ROM supplied with the printer. Install the
printer driver on the computer connected to the
printer.
RAM disk
This is a virtual disk drive that uses part of the
printer’s memory. With RAM disk you can set
any memory size arbitrarily, and use electronic
sorting (to reduce print time).
Rear tray
Tray installed at the rear of the printer. Select
paper output to the rear tray when printing on
postcards, envelopes, or labels.
Simple Network Management
Protocol (SNMP)
This is a protocol for the management of
networks that use TCP/IP (Transmission Control
Protocol/Internet Protocol).
Sleep mode
This mode is activated after a specified amount
of time elapses. The printer goes into economy
mode and a minimum amount of power is
consumed. You can change the amount of time
before the printer goes into sleep mode from the
printer’s operator panel. The default setting is 15
minutes.
Status page
This lists printer conditions, such as the printer’s
memory, the total number of copies printed, and
paper source settings.
USB (Universal Serial Bus)
An interface standard for tow to middle speed
serial interfaces. This printer supports Hi-Speed
USB 2.0. The maximum transfer rate is
480 Mbps and the maximum cable length is
5 meters (16 feet).