M-Series User ’s Guide

Introduction

 

 

die-cut labels, ticket and tag stock, continuous roll, and fanfold media.

Media may be rewound internally onto standard three-inch cores if the Rewind Spindle option is installed. With the Peel-off option, backing material may be rewound internally.

Ribbons for the M-Series Printer are supplied on cores in standard widths and lengths.

Additional System Requirements

In addition to the Brady M-Series Printer, you will need the following items to form a complete label preparation system:

∙Label, ticket, or tag stock

∙An intelligent device, such as a computer, for data entry or entry of ZPL II formats

∙A data communication cable to connect the controlling de- vice to the printer (remote installations may require addi- tional cables and communication devices, such as modems and/or protocol converters)

∙Thermal transfer ribbon (if using Thermal Transfer Mode)

Media and Ribbon Requirements

Print quality not only depends on the Brady M-Series Printer, but also on the print media. Factors such as reflectivity and contrast are important for bar code scanning applications. Factors such as paper abrasion and temperature requirements are important in maintaining the life of the printhead.

We STRONGLY RECOMMEND the use of Brady-brand media for continuous high quality printing. A wide range of paper, polypropylene, polyester, and vinyl stock has been specifically engineered to enhance the printing capabilities of the printer and to ensure against premature printhead wear.

Continuous roll form paper, fanfold media, or cardstock with optional perforations and registration holes may be used. The 260M can use “ black-mark media” —media having a black mark printed on the liner side for use in positioning the labels. The life

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