2–20 Setting Up the Printer
Operator Panels
The

primary

operator panel is used to perform routine, day-to-day operations.
The panel contains three operator-accessible keys and three LED indicator lights,
used to control and indicate printer status.
There is also a

secondary

operator panel, consisting of an (LCD) message
display and six keys. This is used to configure the printer and to run self-tests via
the configuration menus.
NOTE: In addition to the primary and secondary controls, an operator
adjustment (page 2–23) is provided to compensate for different
media widths. If different media

thicknesses

are encountered, it may
be necessary to adjust the printhead pressure. If such an
adjustment is required, contact your trained Printronix service
representative.
The following pages describe the status LEDs and keys comprising the

primary

operator panel, along with the related operating modes.
NOTE: Refer to the “Configuring the Printer” chapter for complete
instructions in how to access and use the secondary operator panel.