User InterfaceThis section describes the user interface of your printer, i.e.those parts and features that you use and/or refer to duringthe day-to-day use of the printer. The user interfacecomprises the Printer Monitor which is loaded in your PCwhen you install your printing system, the printer operatorpanel and the templates embossed on the printer casing.Printer MonitorThe Printer Monitor is an on-screen aid containing a seriesof functions which help you during daily use of the printer. Itis displayed by clicking on the specific icon.The Printer Monitor allows you to:• view the printer operating status during a print job. Itindicates the proportion of the document printed andeventual error messages (Status),• perform printer care functions, to maintain optimumworking conditions (Printer Care):– Align : print head alignment (checking accuracy ofbi-directional printing),– Clean : print head cleaning,– Demo : printing of the “demo” page,– Test : printing of the printer test page.Checking print accuracy (Align)Whenever you insert a new print head, you shouldcheck the accuracy of bi-directional printing, toguarantee optimum printing quality. The Printer Monitor inyour printing system makes this operation extremely easy:Make sure that your printer and PC are powered, yourprinting system is installed, both print heads areinserted and paper is loaded.1. Click the Printer Monitor icon.2. Click the Printer Care tab.3. Click the Align button, then follow the instructionsdisplayed.Cleaning the print heads (Clean)If you notice a deterioration in the print quality, beforechanging either/both print heads, run the “Clean” function.1. Click the Printer Monitor icon (if necessary).2. Click the Printer Care tab.3. Click the Clean button, then follow the instructionsdisplayed.User Interface - Printer Monitor 11