Datamax E-4304 manual Introduction, Direct Thermal Model

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1.0Introduction

The E-4203, E-4204, and E-4304 hereafter referred to as ‘the printer’, is a user-friendly printer that blends quality and durability at an affordable price. The front panel was designed to make operation of the printer a simple task. The printer offers direct thermal and optional thermal transfer printing as well as RS232 serial and parallel interfaces for ease of connection to your host system.

Direct Thermal Model

Thermal Transfer Model

This manual provides all the information necessary to operate the printer.

To print labels or tags simply refer to the instructions included with the software you have chosen to create the labels. A Windows™ printer driver can be found on our website (www.datamaxcorp.com) or on the Datamax Accessories CD.

If you wish to write a custom program, a copy of the E-Class DPL Programmer’s Manual (88-2265-01)is included on the Datamax Accessories CD.

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Contents 4203 / E-4204 / E-4304 Page Part Number Firmware Software AgreementAgency Compliance and Approvals Important Safety Instructions Page Printer Overview Label Alignment Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Page Direct Thermal Model IntroductionAbout this Printer Standard FeaturesThermal Transfer Optional Features4203/E-4204/E-4304 Removing the Packaging Before using the PrinterAdditional Requirements Inspecting the PrinterPower Connection Connecting the PrinterInterface Cables Interface ConnectionLoading Media Loading Media for Peel Configuration Loading Ribbon Thermal Transfer 4203/E-4204/E-4304 Flash Memory Expansion 4203/E-4204/E-4304 Lights Front Panel OperationButtons Normal Mode Button FunctionsPrinter Setup Mode Button Functions Printer Setup Menu List Media Type Sensor Type Menu Items and ValuesRange 0 15 default = *10 Internal Module Example of Changing Baud Rate 4203/E-4204/E-4304 New ‘19.2’ Value Label Alignment = YES Label AlignmentLabel Alignment = no Label Alignment = AutoLabel Stock Label Alignment Setting Label Alignment Recommended SettingsProblem Possible Solution Description Label Alignment TroubleshootingProblem Possible Solution Description Cause Fault LED Calibration Mode Media Sensor Calibration Procedure Auto Media Calibration Procedure Internal Labels Database Configuration and Dot Check LabelGood Test Label Faulty Test LabelTo print the Test Label Test Label4203/E-4204/E-4304 Area Method Interval Cleaning the Printhead Media Width Adjustment Ribbon Ribbon Width Direction of Rotation Ribbon Width AdjustmentFine Printhead Adjustment Removal Printhead ReplacementResetting to the Factory Defaults Darkness AdjustmentDownloading Firmware and Fonts Problem Situation Unacceptable print quality Skips every other label Label advances 1-2 inches before a fault indication Mechanical Printer SpecificationsPrinter Specifications Flash Memory Imbedded Bar Codes Media/RibbonCommunications FontsDesignator Description Approved Media4203/E-4204/E-4304 Ascii Control Code Chart XON Font Valid Ascii Characters decimal Use with Record Embedded Fonts and BarcodesAlphanumeric, upper and lower Alphanumeric, uppercase Page Bar Code Type Length Check Valid Ascii Characters BarcodesUPS Barcode H Health Industry Barcode O Code Barcode p Postnet Barcode I CodabarBarcode K Plessey Kmart NON EDI Bar Code W1f Aztec Barcode T TelepenBarcode v FIM Bar Code W1c DataMatrix Printer Datamax Barcode Products Limited Warranty StatementThermal Printhead Warranty Service ProceduresLimitation of Liability General Warranty Provisions4203/E-4204/E-4304