OFFLINE / DATA IN
BUFFER
Indicates the printer has unprinted data in the buffer. This can be cleared
by printing the data, cancelling the data, or resetting the printer.
PARITY ERROR
Parity error (serial interface). Check your serial host interface parameter
settings; if necessary, adjust them so that they match the settings of the
attached host.
RIBBON DRIVE
Controller does not detect ribbon drive motor. Contact your Hewlett-
Packard Customer Service Engineer.
SECURITY CODE
VIOLATION
Security code of PAL on controller board does not match code of firmware
on the controller board. Contact your Hewlett-Packard Customer Service
Engineer.
SHUTTLE JAM
No shuttle movement or shuttle moving at wrong speed. Check for
obstruction to shuttle, a twisted ribbon, or forms thickness lever closed too
tightly. If fault source is not apparent, contact your Hewlett-Packard
Customer Service Engineer.
Fault Messages
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