Unit 1: Introduction
S8400 Series Operator Manual
1-5 PN: 9001160B
CONTROL FEATURES
This chapter identifies the interactive control features of the printer. These functions are defined generally here.
More specific explanations will be found throughout this manual on how to use them.
Figure 1-2, Operator Panel
OPERATOR PANEL FEATURES
LED DEFINITION
POWER
Illuminates green when the printer is powered on. Terminates when powered off.
ONLINE
Illuminates green when the printer is in an online state. Terminates when the printer goes offline.
LABEL
Off = Normal state.
Red Constant = When a Label Error has occurred.
RIBBON
Off = Normal state.
Red Flashing = Ribbon supply is low.
Red Constant = When a Ribbon Error has occurred.
KEYS DEFINITION
POWER Removes power supply at its entry to the printer.
LINE Moves the printer from an online to offline state and vise-versa. Has other special functions as
identified in flow charts throughout this manual as applicable.
FEED Advances the label media when pressed. Has other special functions as identified in flow charts
throughout this manual as applicable.
FUNCTION Pressing steps the LCD back to a previous menu. Has other special functions as identified in flow
charts throughout this manual as applicable.
ENTER Used to select a menu option and to advance the menu screen accordingly. Has other special
functions as identified in flow charts throughout this manual as applicable.
CANCEL Pressing steps the LCD back to a previous menu. Has other special functions as identified in flow
charts throughout this manual as applicable.
ARROWS Allows the operator to scroll through various menus and menu options. Has other special
functions as identified in flow charts throughout this manual as applicable.
POTENTIOMETERS DEFINITION
VOLUME Allows volume control of the printer’s audible alarm.
PITCH For adjusting the print position.
OFFSET Adjusts the peel or dispense stop position.
DARKNESS Adjusts the print density resulting in a lighter or darker print image.
ENTER
CANCEL
FUNCTION
LINE
FEED
LCD DISPLAY