Using the Printer

This section details the operation of the DocuClock printer, for information on how to configure the printer in DocuClock see the Printer Options of the Application Reference.

Using the Printer

The control panel has three indicator lights atop three buttons.

Indicator Lights

POWER
This light is on whenever power is supplied to the printer.

RELEASE

This light is on when the printer is in the paper release mode and it is off when the printer is in the clamp mode. Paper can be inserted only when the printer is in the paper release mode.

The RELEASE light will also blink to indicate an error condition if there is either a:

· Paper jam

· Home position error

· Timing error

· Drive circuit error, or

· Power supply voltage error

If the RELEASE light blinks, turn off the printer, make sure that no paper is jammed in it, and then turn it back on. If the light is still blinking, contact Beagle Software.

PAPER OUT

This red light is on when paper is not inserted or is not inserted correctly. The paper is considered inserted when in view of the optical sensors located in the print head.

Buttons

FORWARD

Feeds the paper forward one line.