Datamax M-4206 manual To print the Test Label

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4.8.2 Test Label

The Test Label is used to evaluate the current printer setup for print quality, label tracking, and print positioning.

To print the Test Label:

With the printer loaded with media (at least 4 inches wide), and ribbon (if printing with thermal transfer media), simultaneously press the PAUSE + FEED buttons.

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Contents Operator’s Manual Copyright Information Agency Compliance and Approvals Important Safety Instructions Printer Overview Troubleshooting Introduction About this Printer Standard FeaturesThermal Transfer Optional Features4206 Removing the Packaging Before Using the PrinterAdditional Requirements Inspecting the PrinterPower Connection Connecting the PrinterUSB Connection Interface ConnectionLoading Media 4206 4206 Sensor Eye Mark Position Media Sensor AdjustmentLoading Ribbon 4206 Ribbon Routing Coated Side In & Coated Side Out Lights Normal ModeButtons Normal Mode Button FunctionsExpress Setup Mode Button Functions To change Printer Setup Printer Setup Mode Button FunctionsMenu Item Values Numbers Items Printer Setup Menu ListMedia Type Sensor Type Menu Items and ValuesControl Codes Form Length Align Length Stop Location Step by Step Modification of the Printer Setup New 19200 Baud Rate Label Alignment = YES Label AlignmentLabel Alignment = no Label Alignment = AutoProblem Possible Cause Solution Label Alignment TroubleshootingIncorrect. Pressing Not correct. The default To perform Calibration Calibration Mode Button FunctionsAuto Media Sensor Calibration Manual Media Sensor Calibration Internal Labels Database Configuration and Dot Check LabelsGood Dot Check Label To print the Test Label Test LabelTo print the Hex Dump Label Hex Dump LabelArea Method Interval Cleaning the Printhead Media Width Adjustment Printhead Burn Line Adjustment Printhead Pressure Adjustment Removal Printhead ReplacementResetting to the Factory Defaults Darkness AdjustmentDownloading Firmware and Fonts Problem Situation Troubleshooting TipsUnacceptable print quality Skips every other label Label advances 16 inches before a fault indication Printing MechanicalCommunications Media/RibbonFonts Embedded Bar CodesSide View Top View Approved Media4206 Ascii Control Code Chart XON Font Valid Ascii Characters decimal Use with Record Embedded Fonts and BarcodesAlphanumeric, upper and lower Font 6 62-character alphanumeric, uppercase 4206 Bar Code Type Length Check Valid Ascii Characters Sum BarcodesFIM Barcode a Code 3 Barcode I Codabar Barcode T Telepen Barcode v FIM Bar Code W1c DataMatrix Thermal Printhead PrinterLimitation of Liability Warranty Service ProceduresGeneral Warranty Provisions Glossary 4206 4206 4206