A method and system for monitoring the operating status of a plurality of image processing devices located in a proximate environment, which includes at least one transmitter connected to the plurality of image processing devices for sending wireless signals incorporating operating status data of each of the image processing devices and a portable terminal provided with a receiver for receiving the wireless signals. The portable terminal is provided with a display and with a presentation module for presenting data for each of the image processing devices in the form of either a general system status indication or a device status indication regarding a particular image processing device, in accordance with a predetermined presentation scheme. The general system status indication is primarily intended for confirming that all devices are in order, and is automatically replaced by a device status indication regarding a particular device, when that device needs attention.