Key to Figure 13. Self-Test Page
Item Explanation
1
Printer Options:
Lists printer options you can adjust using your printer software (see Appendix F, “Software
Procedures”).
2
Test Pages:
Shows test pages you can print from your printer.
3
PCL Memory Information:
Shows the total amount of installed memory. Also indicates the amount of
available memory for PCL applications.
4
LocalTalk Name/Node ID/Network Number:
If your printer is connected to a LocalTalk network, shows the
network name, node ID for your printer, and the network number.
5
Formatter Number:
Shows serial number of internal electronics board.
6
RAM size:
Shows total installed printer memory.
7
Page Count:
Shows number of pages the printer has printed.
8
Firmware Datecode:
Eight-digit date (YYYYMMDD) of formatter firmware.
9
Resolution Enhancement:
When resolution is set to 600 dpi, the Resolution Enhancement technology
(REt) block appears here. The REt block illustrates current resolution enhancement (see “Fine-Tuning Print
Quality,” in Chapter 2, “Printing”).
10
I/O Buffering and Resource Saving:
Information about the current configuration appears here. If the
printer does not have enough memory installed to enable I/O Buffering or Resource Saving, the amount of
additional memory needed appears here.
11
Print Pattern:
Illustrates print density and quality.
12
Installed Personalities:
Shows which printer languages (personalities) are installed.
HP LaserJet 5P/5MP, 6P/6MP Printer Service Supplement
Service Mode, PJL Defaults
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