Datamax Allegro 2 manual Print Parameters ALT-P, Special Keys, Key Function

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Creating Labels Using Internal Batch Software

Print Parameters (ALT-P)

Description	Default	Range
Heat Factor	10	0 to 20
Print Speed	C	C-E
Slew Speed	C	C-E
Dot Pattern Wide	1	1 or 2
Dot Pattern High	1	1 to 3
Form Edge Offset	220	050 to 999
Form Advance	220	Form Edge Offset to
(Back Feed)		Form Edge Offset +
Row Offset	000	000 to 999
Column Offset	000	000 to 410
Update Count on	01	01 to 99
Max. Label Width	410	050 to 410
Max. Label Length	1200	0500 to 9999
Cut By Amount	0001	0001 to 9999
Sensor Type	Edge	Edge/Reflective

Special Keys

Key		Function
F1 Esc		Switch
F2		List
F3		Copy
F4		Kill
F5	ALT-S	System Maintenance
F6	ALT-P	Print Parameters Screen
F7	ALT-I	Insert Format Line
F8	ALT-X	Print Sample Label
F9	ALT-F	Feed a Label
Esc		End Key
Home		Erase Current Line

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Contents Allegro2 Operator’s Manual Part Number Revision A3 Agency Compliance and Approvals Page Important Safety Instructions Page Contents Maintenance Getting Started IntroductionUnpacking and Inspection Location of Parts on Your Printer Mechanism DetailRear View Tear- off Assembly Installation Tear Bar Assembly InstallationUsing the Printer Control Panel Buttons, Lights and SwitchesGetting Started Light SwitchPaper/Ribbon RibbonMedia Installation InstallationLabels Label Loading Instructions Ribbon Loading Instructions Ribbon LoadingUsing the Printer Options To install a Memory ModuleAvailable Modules Font ROM Modules OptionsCutter 256K and 512K RAM ModulesPeel and Present Present SensorMedia Rewinder Getting Started Allegro2 Setting Up Your Printer Power Up Self-TestChecking Voltage Selection Test Label Interfacing to the Printer Part Number DescriptionInterface Cables Sample Installations Connecting to a CRTConnecting to a PC Connecting to Your Minicomputer Connecting to Your Non-ASCII DeviceSwitch Settings Switch SettingsBaud Rate Setting the Baud RateBaud 9600 4800 2400 1200 300 Test Word LengthOther Switches Switch Settings and FunctionsProgramming Commands Immediate CommandsSystem-Level Commands Char Description FormatBatch, 1-Cutter Enable Label-Formatting Commands Description FormatSpecial Label-Formatting Commands 10 Font-Loading Commands Programming ExamplesExample line Setting Up Your Printer Allegro2 Creating Labels Using Internal Batch Software Check Link CRT Settings Printer Used With a Link CRTConnect Cables Function Default Settings Batch System InitializationVerify Setup, Power Up, and Load Media Menu Screens Formatting and Printing LabelsAvailable Fonts and Barcodes Function KeysLabel Name NEW Label Name ALT-P Screen Description Default Range Print ParametersOther Important Keys Create/Modify Label Screen Print Label Screen HeaderCreating Labels Using Internal Batch Software Sample Label Format Creating Labels Using Internal Batch Software Invalid Font Type Smooth Font Valid BH Ranges Smooth Font InformationNumber OUT of Range Creating Labels Using Internal Batch Software Not Enough Room for Field Data Lines Lhhhvvv Creating Labels Using Internal Batch Software Time and Date Information Format = Day number 1 = MondaySample PrintsPrint Label Screen Print Label ScreenCreating Labels Using Internal Batch Software System Maintenance Screen System Maintenance MenuMetric Reset PrinterCopy Module Print Test LabelCreate/Modify Label Commands Command Valid InputsQuick Reference Listing Print Parameters ALT-P Special KeysKey Function Troubleshooting Controlling Print Quality Direct-Thermal Stock Mechanical AdjustmentsAligning the Printhead Tag Stock or Stiff MediaPrinthead Alignment Printhead Alignment Procedure Label Stock Tracking AdjustmentRibbon Feed and Tracking Adjustments Fine Printhead Alignment Troubleshooting Allegro2 Adjusting Printhead Pressure and Support Printhead Mount AssemblyTroubleshooting Unacceptable Print QualityPrinter Does Not Print, or Prints Several Labels at once Skips Every Other Label Erratic PrintingRibbon Does Not Advance Unable to print in rotationPrints Light on the Right Side of the Label Printer fails to turn onMaintenance Interior and ExteriorDrive Roller Cleaning Schedule Area Method IntervalCleaning the Printhead Cleaning the PrintheadMaintenance Allegro2 Page Ascii Control Code Chart Appendix aMaintenance Allegro2 Char Hex Dec Page Table B-2 Word Length Appendix B Switch Settings and Cable InterfacingTable B-1 Baud Rate Table B-3 OptionsParamete Default Value Signal PinTable B-1 I/O Port Wiring Table B-2 Printer Default Communication ParametersFonts Appendix CAvailable Fonts and Barcodes Table C-1 Valid Human-Readable Font Ascii CharactersTable C-2 Font Sizes Font 6 62-character alphanumeric, uppercase Available Fonts and Barcodes Table C-3 Barcode Characteristics BarcodesHbic Barcode I Codabar Kmart NON EDI Uppercase R Error CodesLowercase Uppercase TAllegro2 Pin Description Appendix ETable E-1 Printer Interface Cables Table E-2 Printer Pin ConnectionsStraight Cable MXM PC DB25P to Printer ∙ Parallel to Serial Adapter Part Number Figure E-5 Centronics Parallel Interface ConverterAppendix F PrintingFonts BarcodesMedia Label MaterialLabel/Tag Media Specifications Table F-1 Media DimensionsCommunications Interfacing Lights, Buttons, Switch and POTLists of Approved Media ElectricalEnvironmental PhysicalOptions 256K Flash Eeprom Specifications Allegro2 Appendix G PrinterWarranty Service Procedures Thermal PrintheadGeneral Warranty Provisions Limitation of Liability