System-Level Commands

STX O Set Start of Print Position

This sets the point to begin printing relative to the top-of-form (the label’s edge as detected by the Media Sensor). The printer will feed from the top of form to the value specified in this command to begin printing. This value operates independently of the <STX>f command.

Syntax:

Where:

<STX>Onnnn

nnnn- Is a four-digit offset value. The “zero” setting is the default value, and settings below 50 are adjusted back to the default value. The default setting is 0220 in Imperial Mode (0559 in metric).

Sample:<STX>O0300

The sample sets a start of print position of 3.0 inches (unless in Metric Mode, see <STX>m).

STX o Cycle Cutter

This command will cause the (optional) cutter mechanism to immediately perform a cut after all previously received commands are executed. The cutter must be installed, enabled and the interlock closed for operation.

Syntax:<STX>o

STX P Character (Hex) Dump Mode

This command instructs the printer to enter the Character Hex Dump Mode (also known as ASCII dump or monitor mode). Data sent to the printer following this command will be printed in raw ASCII format. Labels must be at least four inches (102 mm) long and as wide as the maximum print width. This command has the same effect as turning the printer ‘On’ while pressing the FEED Button; however, no Configuration/Test Pattern label is printed. To return to normal operation the printer must be manually reset.

Syntax:<STX>P

STX p Controlled Pause

This command will cause the printer to pause only after all previously received commands are executed. This controlled pause is often useful between batches of labels. (This command will not clear the pause condition, see <SOH>B).

Syntax:<STX>p

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Datamax E4203 STX O Set Start of Print Position, STX o Cycle Cutter, STX P Character Hex Dump Mode, STX p Controlled Pause