SATO ct4i manual Potentiometer Adjustments CONT’D, Print Darkness

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Unit 4: Printer Configuration

4.10 POTENTIOMETER ADJUSTMENTS (CONT’D)

Print Darkness

A fine adjustment for PRINT DARKNESS can be made using potentiometer VR1 on the Front Operator Panel. It provides a continuous range of adjustment, allowing you to make precise changes. Turning VR1 clockwise will make the print darker, and counterclockwise will make it lighter.

1.Place DSW6 on the Configuration Switch in the ON position.

2.Turn the Power Switch OFF.

3.While pressing the FEED button on the Operator Panel, turn the Power Switch ON.

4.When you hear one beep from the printer, release the FEED button.

5.Press the LINE button to begin printing large Test Labels (press the FEED button if you are using labels smaller than 4.1" (104 mm) in width).

6.Adjust potentiometer VR1 until the desired print darkness is obtained.

7.Press the FEED button to stop the printing.

Adjustment of the Print Darkness using VR1 will affect the darkness range adjustable using the PCL command @PJL SET SPEED= [2 - 4]. That is, if the print darkness is adjusted with VR1 for lighter print, the darkness will be lighter in all the Print Darkness ranges selected by the @PJL SET SPEED command.

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Contents Operator Manual Sato America, Inc Table of Contents Cleaning Procedures MaintenanceSato group of Companies Introduction About this Manual Personal InjuryGeneral Description CT4i Series Operator ManualThis page is left blank intentionally Technical Data Physical Characteristics Power SupplyEnvironmental Excluding Media ProcessingPrint SensingMedia RibbonCharacter Font Capabilities RegulatoryMatrix Fonts Downloadable FontsBarcode Capabilities Interface Specifications Interface SelectionDB25P Signals PIN#Printer Host Specifications PIN Assignments Signal DirectionSoftware Specifications Universal Serial BUS USBLED Indicator Status 802.11G WirelessWireless LAN Signal Strength Socket Connection Diagram Interface Signals Signal Signal DefinitionCable Requirements DB9 Host Direction Printer Receive Buffer ControlCT4i Series Operator Manual CT4i Series Operator Manual This page is intentionally left blank Installation Overview Printer Placement Tips Electrical PrecautionsGeneral Precautions Unpacking & Parts Identification Unpacking & Parts IdentificationPrinter Installation Site LocationMedia Selection Media Loading Rolled PaperRibbon Loading Ribbon Take-up SpindleLoading Fanfold Paper Fanfold paper loadingPrinter Label Sensor Positioning Label SensingOperational Mode Selection Label Print Direction This page is intentionally left blank Printer Configuration Configuration Modes Operating PanelRear Panel Fanfold-label Loading SlotDIP Switch Settings Configuration PanelLED Switch 4 DT/TT Mode DIP Switch Settings CONT’DSwitch 5 Head Check Switch 7 Data Dump Switch 6 VR1 Potentiometer Adjustment modeSwitch 8 Interface Board selection Power on sequence for various Operational Modes Operational ModesNormal Mode LED and Buzzer status during Normal Mode operationOperational Modes CONT’D Data found on Test Prints User Test Print Mode Feed + Power onData Printed Parameter Default Setting Default Settings Mode Online + Feed + Power onHEX Dump Mode Power on with DSW7=ON Settings AffectedDSW5 DSW6 DSW8 Online Error Buzzer LED Program Download Mode DSW1=ON, DSW2=OFF, DSW3=ON + Power onFont Download Mode DSW1=OFF, DSW2=ON, DSW3=ON + Power on FunctionErrors during Font and Program Download Modes CauseMode Length of Offset mm Print head resolution OffsetsPotentiometer Adjustments Pitch OffsetOriginal First Line Print Position Moved with Leading Edge Positive + OffsetPotentiometer Adjustments CONT’D Print DarknessData Dump Diagnostic Label Printing Test Labels Printing FACTORY/SERVICE Test Prints CT4i Series Operator Manual Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Guide ErrorBlinks Image Voids Ribbon WrinklingLight Print Images Uneven Print DarknessNo Printed Image Printer Creates a Blank LabelIncorrect Label Positioning Smeared Print ImagesInterface Troubleshooting CHK Troubleshooting StepLAN Ethernet Interface HEX Dump Test Print TroubleshootingTest Label Printing Maintenance Cleaning Procedures Print Head ReplacementAdjusting the Print Quality Adjustment ProceduresPrint Speed Cleaning the Print Head Cleaning the Print HEAD, Platen and RollersClearning Stubborn Debris on the Print Head Cleaning the Print HEAD, Platen and Rollers CONT’D Cleaning the Platen and Paper RollerRELEASING/REPLACING the Print Head Cleaning the Sensor CT4i Series Operator Manual Sato Group of Companies Sato Group of Companies Asia Pacific & Oceania Region