5-12 Functional Information
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Formatter System
The Formatter PCA is responsible for the following:
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Controlling the PowerSave mode.
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Receiving and processing print data from the various printer
interfaces.
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Monitoring Control Panel inputs and relaying printer status
information (through the Control Panel and the Bidirectional I/O).
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Developing and coordinating data placement and timing with the
print engine.
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Storing font information.
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Communicating with the host computer through the Bidirectional
Interface.
The Formatter PCA receives a print job from the Bidirectional
Interface and separates it into image information and instructions
which control the printing process. The DC Controller Board
synchronizes the Image Formation System with the Paper Input and
Output Systems, and then signals the Formatter to send the print
image data.
The Formatter PCA also provides the electrical interface and
mounting locations for two EIO cards, additional memory DIMMs, and
the Hard Disk accessory.
PowerSave
This feature (accessed from the Configuration Menu) conserves
power by shutting down the Fuser and exhaust fans after the printer
has been idle for an adjustable period of time. The printer retains all
printer settings, downloaded fonts, and macros while in PowerSave
mode. The default setting is POWERSAVE ON, with a 30-minute idle time.
