Operator`s manual

40 A-Class

4.1.1 Ready Mode

In Ready Mode, the printer is idle, waiting to accept data for label printing.

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READY

Key Labels

DATAMAX

MENU PAUSE FEED CANCEL TEST

Keys

Key Label Key and Function

The MENU Key takes the printer Offline and enters Menu Mode. (When shaded, this

denotes that security is enabled and now a password must be entered. See Section

4.2.1.)

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Note: While in Ready Mode, pressing and holding this key will adjust the display

contrast. It can take up to fifteen seconds to cycle through the entire contrast

range.

PA US E

The PAUSE Key temporarily suspends printing, as noted by the Current State

Indicators. Pressing the key again will return the printer to normal operation.

FEED

The FEED Key advances one label, and clears any corrected faults. Also, pressing

and holding this key causes the printer to perform a Quick Media Calibration; see

Section 5.5.1.

CANCEL

The CANCEL Key ‘pauses’ the printer and then prompts you for confirmation. If

yes, the current job is cancelled. The printer remains paused. Also, pressing and

holding this key four seconds will reset the printer and clear temporary host settings;

see Section 6.4.1.

TEST

The TEST Key enters the Test Mode; see Section 4.1.3. Pressing and holding this key

evokes the printhead cleaning routine; see Section 5.4.1. (When missing, this denotes

that security has been enabled; a password must be input to proceed. See Section

4.2.1.)