Key to Figure 12. 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 Printer Service Supplement
Service Mode, PJL Defaults
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