Datamax E-4204, E-4203, E-4304e manual Printer Overview

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Printer Overview

 

1.0

Introduction

1

1.1

About this Printer

2

 

1.1.1 Standard Features

2

 

1.1.2 Optional Features

3

Getting Started

 

2.0

Before using the Printer

5

Setting Up the Printer

 

3.0

Introduction

7

3.1

Connecting the Printer

7

 

3.1.1 Power Connection

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3.1.2 Interface Connection

8

 

3.1.3 Interface Cables

8

3.2

Adjusting the Media Sensor

9

3.3

Loading Media

12

 

3.3.1 Loading Media for Peel Configuration

14

3.4

Loading Ribbon

15

3.5

Flash Memory Expansion

17

Using the Front Panel

 

4.0

Introduction

19

4.1

Lights

19

4.2

Buttons

20

4.3

Normal Mode - Button Functions

20

4.4

Printer Setup Mode - Button Functions

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4.4.1 Printer Setup Menu List

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4.4.2 Menu Items and Values

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4.4.3 Step by Step Modification

26

4.5

Label Alignment

28

 

4.5.1 Label Alignment = YES

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4.5.2 Label Alignment = AUTO

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Contents Operator’s Manual Page Copyright Information Agency Compliance and Approvals Important Safety Instructions Page Printer Overview Troubleshooting Appendix a Page Introduction About this Printer Standard FeaturesAdjustable Media Sensor Optional FeaturesPresent Sensor Removing the Packaging Before Using the PrinterAdditional Requirements Inspecting the PrinterPower Connection Connecting the PrinterInterface Cables Interface ConnectionAdjusting the Media Sensor Die-cut Near the center of the label Gap Page Loading Media 4203/E-4204/E-4304 Loading Media for Peel Configuration Loading Ribbon 4203/E-4204/E-4304 Flash Memory Expansion 4203/E-4204/E-4304 Lights Buttons Normal Mode Button FunctionsTo change Printer Setup Printer Setup Mode Button FunctionsValues Menu 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 Troubleshooting~OR~ ~OR~ ~OR~ 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 Hex Dump Label Test LabelTo exit the Hex Dump Mode Area Method Interval Cleaning the Printhead Media Width Adjustment Ribbon Width Adjustment Fine Printhead Adjustment Removal Printhead ReplacementResetting to the Factory Defaults Darkness AdjustmentDownloading Firmware and Fonts Paused Light will flash during the download Problem Situation Troubleshooting TipsUnacceptable print quality Skips every other label Label advances 1-2 inches before a fault indication Printing MechanicalEmbedded Bar Codes Media/RibbonCommunications FontsDesignator Description Maximum1 Minimum1 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 Font 6 62-character alphanumeric, uppercase 4203/E-4204/E-4304 Bar Code Type Length Check Valid Ascii Characters Sum BarcodesFIM Barcode a Code 3 Barcode I Codabar Kmart NON EDI Barcode T Telepen Printer Datamax Barcode Products Limited Warranty StatementThermal Printhead Warranty Service ProceduresLimitation of Liability General Warranty Provisions4203/E-4204/E-4304 Glossary 4203/E-4204/E-4304 4203/E-4204/E-4304 4203/E-4204/E-4304 4203/E-4204/E-4304 4203/E-4204/E-4304 Index Memory, 17, 24, 25, 27, 37, 38 Ribbon, 15, 16, 23, 44, 50, 52, 54, 55, 73, 76 4203/E-4204/E-4304