Getting Started
Non-Continuous Media
This type of media has some type of physical characteristic (gap, notch, per- foration, etc.) which indicates the start/end of each label. The Media Sensor must be properly positioned to sense these indicators. See “Adjusting the Transmissive Media Sensor Assembly Position” on page 15.
Continuous Media
Since continuous media does not contain label start/end indicators, you must tell the printer via software how long each label is. If you are using ZPL or ZPL II, include a Label Length (^LL) instruction in each label format you send to the printer (refer to your ZPL II Programming Guide). If you are using other software to communicate with your printer, refer to the instructions provided with that software.
Black-Mark Media
This type of media has black marks printed on the back that indicate the start/end of each label. The Reflective Media Sensor detects these marks, which allows the printer to differentiate between labels. It is generally used with a cutter to separate the labels because there is no gap between the labels to allow them to be peeled off.
To load media, refer to Figures 1 through 3 and follow the loading procedure for your application. This section details the media loading instructions for the printer. For descriptions of the operating modes, refer to Chapter 2 starting on page 23.
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