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Using the [Information] screen

This function is available for SP C342DN only.

To raise environmental awareness, you can configure the printer to show users the amount of paper saved by using the various paper saving functions of the printer.

The color utilization ratio is also displayed on the [Information] screen.

When user authentication is enabled, the screen is displayed when you log in to the printer. When user authentication is not enabled, the screen is displayed after the printer returns from Sleep mode or after a system reset. The [Information] screen appears when the power is turned on, regardless of the authentication settings.

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  1. Message

    Displays messages from the administrator.

  2. Total Print Pages

    Displays the total number of pages printed in the current count period and the previous count period.

  3. Eco-friendly Indicator

    • Paper Reduction:

      Shows the amount of paper saved by using the duplex and combine printing functions. The value indicates the percentage of paper saved from the total of all the paper used. As the percentage increases, the stack of paper decreases and the flower grows. When the ratio is 76% or more, the flower starts to bloom.

    • 2 sided Utilization:

      Displays the ratio of 2-sided prints to the total number of prints.

    • Combine Utilization:

      Displays the ratio of combined prints to the total number of prints.

  4. Count periods

    Displays the current and previous count periods.

  5. [Exit]

    Press this to close the [Information] screen and return to operation.

  6. Color Utilization

    Displays the ratio of color prints to the total number of prints.

Note

  • Depending on the printer settings, the [Information] screen may not be displayed. For details, see "Managing Eco-friendly Counter", Security Guide.

  • You can also use Web Image Monitor to check the usage status. For further details, see Web Image Monitor Help.

  • Under [Eco-friendly Counter Period/Administrator Message] in [System Settings], you can check "Count Period", "Administrator Message", "Display Information Screen", and "Display Time". Only the administrator can change the settings. For details, see Security Guide.