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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 upper right corner of the
display. The ribbon life remaining is shown on the second line.
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 “ LCD Message Troubleshooting Table” on page 317 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 can perform operator functions, such
as loading paper and setting top-of-form. You can 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 condition exists which must be cleared
before printing can continue. The status indicator flashes, the alarm