Chapter 2— Operating the Printer
Learning How to Operate the Printer
Understanding the Front Panel
Understanding the Front Panel LEDs
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To operate the printer, you need to understand:
• how light emitting diodes (LEDs) help you monitor the status of the
printer and the various tasks the Feed/Pause button performs.
• how to load roll media, thermal transfer ribbon, and the procedure for
using the self-strip option.
• how to optimize print quality and print speed.
• different methods for transferring information from the host to the
printer and from the printer to the host.
Use this section to understand the function of the front panel LEDs and
the Feed/Pause button.
Power/Data
Alert
Empty/Pause
Feed/Pause
Front panel: This illustration shows the front panel LEDs and the Feed/Pause button.
You can use the front panel LEDs to monitor the status of the printer and
troubleshoot the printer.
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