Hex Dump Mode | Datamax 4406, 4212, 4604, 4308, 4208 instruction

6.2Hex Dump Mode

The Hex Dump Mode is a useful tool for diagnosing problems, including

communication and DPL syntax errors, allowing a comparison of input strings (sent by host) to output data (received by printer). To decode this information, the I & W Class Programmer’s Manual is an essential reference. This output can be used for debugging the label format. In addition, by repeatedly sending a format, this mode can uncover handshaking problems (if they exist). Handshaking problems are identified by sections of missing data in the character string.

To begin, go to the Diagnostics menu and enable Hex Dump Mode; see Section

4.1.7.Exit the menu and save the changes. Now, ‘HEX DUMP MODE’ will be indicated by the display and all data sent to the printer will now be output in hexadecimal code, along with the printable ASCII equivalents.

The figure below is a sample Hex Dump Label. After sending a label format to the printer, the hex code output will be immediate. As a final note, many software programs use bit mapping to construct the label, making diagnosis difficult. Contact Datamax Technical Support with any questions.

;Note: To return to Ready Mode, re-enter the Diagnostics Menu and disable the Hex Dump Mode, exit the menu, then save the changes.

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Datamax 4406, 4212, 4604, 4308, 4208 manual Hex Dump Mode

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Operator’s Manual Page Firmware Software Agreement Copyright Information Agency Compliance and Approvals Page Important Safety Instructions Contents Using the Front Panel Troubleshooting Appendix E About the Printer Printer Overview Class Standard Features Listing Model Standard Features DMXNet Ilpc CG Times Firmware Present Sensor Ilpc Option Installation Hardware Components Class Unpacking the Printer Getting Started Additional Requirements Inspection Print Quality Controls Media and Ribbon Selection Direct Thermal Media Type Print Speed Print Energy Installation Setting Up the Printer Communications Parallel PortSerial Port NIC Adapter optional Part Number USB Port optional Loading Media Roll Media Fan-Fold Media Media Sensor Adjustment Media Sensor Selection and AdjustmentMedia Type Sensor Eye Mark Position Sensing Required Removal Loading Ribbon Ribbon Routing Diagrams Calibration Hints Quick Media Calibration Rewinding Outputting Labels Removal On-Demand Dispensing Removal Cutting Operation Using the Front Panel Menu Mode Configuration Ready Light ‘Flashing’ Quick Test Mode Print Test Labels Indicator Lights 5 LCDLiquid Crystal Display Soft Reset Resetting the Printer Menu System Entrance and Exit Prompts Menu Mode Media Settings Print Control Custom Adjustments Printer Options ModulesPresent Sensor Scanner Cutter Used to set the specific number of barcodes Gpio Port System Settings Media Counters Double Byte SymbolsPrint Configuration Time and Date Configuration Level SET Factory Defaults Imaging ModeFormat Attributes Security Pause ModePeel Mode Input Mode Plus Emulation DPI Emulation Allegro Emulation Column Emulation SOP EmulationBack After Print Menu Language Fault Handling Distance to backup on the defective Serial Port B Serial Port a Parallel Port a Parallel Port BNIC Adapter Specifies the network gateway address Host Settings Allows the user to disable the DPL Heat Print Test Rate DiagnosticsHEX Dump Mode Options Testing Ribbon Sensor Limits Sensor Readings User Prompts and Condition Messages Display Messages Reset in PROGRESS’ Print Quality Label Quick Test Mode Configuration Label Quick Ribbon Test Label Dot Test Pattern Label User Defined Label Validation Label Media Sensor Calibration Standard CalibrationStep Operator Action Displayed Message Comment Standard Calibration Continuous stock go to Notched stock adjustReflective stock Adjust Die-cut stock strip Or, for continuous media Advanced Entry Calibration As a Label Value Value Values Both sensorReadings must Be above Using Key Selection is Select the Gain Number Press Key Selection Leveling Cam Adjustment Printhead Adjustments Burn Line Adjustment Printhead Replacement Recommended Cleaning Schedule Area Method Interval Maintenance Schedule Cleaning the Printhead Cleaning the Platen Roller Cleaning Interior and Exterior Surfaces Application Program Updates Updating from the Ready Mode Updating from the Download Mode Possible Problems during an Update Can be found at ftp//ftp.datamaxcorp.com Boot Loader Program Updates Class Troubleshooting Problem ResolutionIf experiencing this problem… Try this solution… If experiencing this problem… Try this solution… If there is no image on the used ribbon If there is an image on the used ribbon I & W Class Programmer’s Manual for Fault Messages Fault and Warning Messages ENB!GBVMU Two possible Depending upon the cause Consistently high Press any key to continue Linear Scanner Operation Instructions, or call for If media is not moving If media is moving DMX Printer has Possible low or fluctuating Hex Dump Mode 102 Class Electrical General SpecificationsBar Codes Fonts Printing Specifications Environmental RequirementsMechanical Media and Ribbon Requirements Printing Specifications Approved Media Media Dimensions Designator Description Maximum Minimum Appendix a Ascii Control Code Chart Ascii Control Code Chart Appendix B Available Fonts and Bar CodesFont Valid Ascii Characters Font Height Width Spacing Page Page Bar Code Summary Data Symbology Bar Code F EAN-13 Bar Code p Postnet Bar Code O Code Bar Code K Plessey Bar Code T Telepen Inches Millimeters Print Resolutions and Maximum Label WidthsAppendix C Module Assignments Available Speeds and Default Settings Printer Speed Ranges and DefaultsSpeed Range Default Setting Model Gpio Port Connections Gpio Pin Functions Signal Description Name State DirectionAppendix D Gpio Port Description Gpio Pin Configuration Gpio Port SpecificationsExternal Start of Print Control Appendix E Menu System Multi-Language SupportRequired Software Comment Page Page Advance File Handling Information Menu Language Error Message DescriptionPage 126 Class Appendix F Saving a Configuration File Step Displayed Message Operator Action Comments Printer Warranty Information Thermal Printhead, Platen Roller, and Belts Warranty Service Procedures Limitation of Liability General Warranty Provisions 132 Class Glossary Page