Energy Saving Functions (Sleep Mode)

A function is provided that transitions the printer into an energy saving mode with low power consumption (sleep function) when it is not used for a set period of time. After 5 minutes* has elapsed during which time data is not received from the computer and there are no changes to the printer, it transitions into the sleep mode.
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You cannot change the transition time.
IMPORTANT
Power consumption when the printer is turned OFF
Even when the printer is turned OFF a tiny amount of power is still being consumed while the printer is plugged into an AC power outlet. In order to eliminate power consumption completely, unplug the power cord from the AC power outlet.
When entering the sleep mode
All indicators turn off and the display shows " - ".
Situations where the machine does not enter the sleep mode
When the machine is in operation
When data remains in the memory
When an error, such as open cover, occurs in the printer
When the machine is operating such as adjusting and cleaning
When a paper jam occurs in the machine
When it updates the firmware
The machine resumes from the sleep mode
When any key on the printer's operation panel is pressed
When a print job is sent from a computer, and printing starts
When USB cables are connected
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