User guide

Control panel

Status indicators

Status indicator variations The following section describes which functions the various statuses of the indicators on the control panel have when the printer is switched on.

Stop

Eject

User 1

User 2

LCD

Meaning

 

 

 

 

 

 

off

on

STOP

Stop, paper loaded

 

 

 

 

PAPER

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

off

off

STOP

Stop, no paper loaded

 

 

 

 

NO PAPER

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

off

blinks

LOAD

Stop, paper required (if data +

 

 

 

 

PAPER

Print Start command are

 

 

 

 

 

transferred from Host)*

 

 

 

 

 

 

on

on

ONLINE

Online, paper loaded

 

 

 

 

PAPER

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

on

off

ONLINE

Online, no paper loaded

 

 

 

 

NO PAPER

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

on

blinks

LOAD

Online, paper required (if data

 

 

 

 

PAPER

+ Print Start command are

 

 

 

 

 

transferred from Host)*

 

 

 

 

 

 

blinks

blinks

xxxxx

Error, cause of error is dis-

 

 

 

 

xxxxx

played on the LCD

 

 

 

 

 

 

on

off

 

Printer is being used by

 

 

 

 

 

user 1

 

 

 

 

 

 

off

on

 

Printer is being used by

 

 

 

 

 

user 2

 

 

 

 

 

 

* for EPSON/IBM emulation only

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Tally Genicom 5040 manual Status indicators, Stop Eject User, Meaning

5040 specifications

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The technology behind the Tally Genicom 5040 is based on proven line printing methods, which ensure that each document is printed with clarity and precision. The printer employs a 132-column format, making it an ideal choice for printing multi-part forms, such as invoices and receipts. Its versatility further extends to compatibility with a variety of media types, which is an asset for businesses that utilize different forms in their operations.

Efficiency is a key characteristic of the Tally Genicom 5040, designed for low maintenance and high uptime. Its state-of-the-art ribbon technology guarantees a longer lifespan for consumables, which reduces the frequency of replacements and helps to minimize operating costs. Additionally, the printer’s designed ease of use simplifies the loading and unloading of paper, ensuring that even non-technical staff can manage day-to-day tasks with minimal training.

Connectivity is another area where the Tally Genicom 5040 excels. With support for parallel, serial, and USB interfaces, it can seamlessly integrate into both legacy and modern IT environments without any significant adjustments or additional investments. This versatility provides businesses with the flexibility to incorporate the printer into their existing infrastructure effortlessly.

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