You can perform most routine printing tasks from the computer through the printer driver or any software program. Use the control panel to access printer features that the printer driver or software program do not support. Any changes that you make from the computer override the printer control-panel settings. For information about using the printer driver, see Printer software on page 13 . Control-panel indicator lights Indicator On Off Flashing Ready The printer is online (can accept and process data). The printer is offline (paused), or is turned off. The printer is attempting to stop printing and go offline. This usually results from a user's request to pause the current job.
(green) Data The processed data is present in the printer, but more data is needed to complete the job, or the job is paused or waiting for errors to be cleared. The printer is not processing or receiving data. The printer is processing and receiving data. (green) Attention A critical error has occurred. The printer requires attention. No conditions exist that require attention. An error has occurred. The printer requires attention. (amber) Display The printer display gives you complete, timely information about the printer and print jobs. Graphics illustrate levels of supplies. Menus provide access to printer functions and detailed information.
The top-level screen on the display has two areas: message/prompt and supplies gauge. Figure 1-4 Printer display 1 2 3 The message and prompt areas of the display alert you to the state of the printer and tell you how to respond. ENWW Control-panel overview 11 1 Message/prompt area 2 Supplies gauge 3 Print cartridge colors from left to right: black, yellow, cyan, and magenta