Oki ML5521 User Manual

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TROUBLESHOOTING > 64l Your printer driver settings can override any settings from theprinter menu or printer front panel.Before sending a file to the printer, many word processors send eitheran “initialization string” or an I-Prime signal to the printer.The initialization string contains codes that override the panel andmenu settings. To change your printer to ignore the reset code, enterthe Menu Mode, go to the Set-Up group and change the setting forReset Inhibit to Yes.The I-Prime signal will automatically override any front panel settingsyou have made. To eliminate this problem, enter the Menu Mode, goto the Parallel Interface group and change the setting for I-Prime toInvalid.For more information on changing menu settings, see “Changing theMenu Settings” in Chapter 3.ProblemNothing happens when I turn ON the printer.SolutionCheck the power cord connection to the outlet and to the printer. Ifyou are using a power strip, make sure it is turned ON, and that thefuse hasn’t blown or that the circuit breaker hasn’t tripped.ProblemThe printer does not print when the computer sends data.Solutions1. Is the SEL light on? If not, press the SEL key.2. Check that the interface cable is securely connected to boththe printer and the computer.3. If you have the optional serial interface board installed, checkto be sure that it is firmly seated in the printer.