Datamax M-4206 manual Skips every other label

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Skips every other label

(Print quality is good, but every other label is skipped).

The label is formatted too close to the top edge of the label: Leave white space equal to 8-dot rows (about .02 inch [.5mm]) at the top of the label.

The media is not calibrated: Calibrate it (see Chapter 4).

The Media Sensor may need to be repositioned (see Chapter 3).

The media sensor or media sensor circuitry may be defective: Call for service.

Unable to print in rotation 4

The characters are formatted outside the dimensions of the label: Check that the row/column values provide enough room for the height of the image being printed.

Prints light on the right side of the label

The media width adjustment is set for a narrower media width than is actually being used: Adjust for the media width (see Chapter 5).

The printhead is not properly aligned: Call for service.

The printhead carrier assembly is not latched down: Latch it.

Printer fails to power on

The AC wall outlet may be faulty: Try another outlet.

A fuse may be blown: Call for service.

The power supply may be faulty: Call for service.

A defective power switch may exist on the printer: Call for service.

Label advances 1-2 inches before a fault indication

The ribbon may be incorrectly installed. Ensure that the ribbon’s inked side faces the paper. With most ribbons this can be verified by rubbing paper against the ribbon; the ink should smudge the paper. Or, if using label stock, the sticky side of a label will pull off the ink.

A mismatched ribbon/paper combination is resulting in an insufficient amount of friction between paper and ribbon: Ensure that the correct type of ribbon is being used with the media.

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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