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1. Printer Parts and Accessories

Using the Printer CHAPTER 2

CONTROL PANEL KEYS

Data Indicator

-Data Indicator ON

When data received from the host computer is stored in the printer memory.

-Data Indicator OFF

When no data is stored in the printer memory, usually immediately after power on or reset.

-Data Indicator Flashing

When the printer is receiving data from the host computer.

Message Display

-Shows the message telling the current status of the printer.

-Shows the setting made for the various functions.

Message Indicator

-Message Indicator Flashing

When the printer is asking the user for something to occur or when an error occurs.

-Message Indicator OFF

Otherwise.

On Line Key p. 38

The One Line key changes the state between on-line and off-line.

If the key is pressed while in the Menu mode, the printer exits the menu and returns on-line. All keys except this key are valid during the off-line state.

On-line Indicator p. 38

-On-line Indicator ON

When the printer can receive data from the host computer.

-On-line Indicator Flashing

During Power On Self Test and initialization.

-On-line Indicator OFF

When the printer can’t receive data from the host computer.

Proceed key

The Proceed key clears most recoverable errors and returns the printer back to On-line.

The key overrides manual feed and paper size requests.

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Minolta 0990-7701-02 user manual Control Panel Keys