Use this chapter to understand how to use the printer front panel, load fanfold media
and media for self-strip printing, set the media sensitivity number, and communicate
with the printer.
Learning How to Operate the Printer
To operate the printer, you need to understand:
Front panel
button performs various tasks.
Loading media and ribbon
ribbon, and the procedure for using the self-strip option.
Media sensitivity numbers
Communicating with the printer
information from the host to the printer and from the printer to the host.
Understanding the Front Panel
On the front panel of the 3240 printer, you will find one button and three light
emitting diodes (LEDs).
LEDs help you monitor the status of the printer. The Feed/Pause
Explains how to load fanfold media, thermal transfer
Optimizes print quality and print speed.
Explains different methods for transferring
Power
Alert
Empty/Pause
Feed/Pause
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