Section 5: Printer Configuration
BACKFEED OFFSET
When a label is printed it must be correctly positioned for dispensing and application. Thusly, the printer advances the label stock sufficiently for the printed label to be dispensed. After the label has been removed for application, the label stock must be withdrawn back into label printing position. The backfeed function repositions the label stock for printing.
The Backfeed function is enabled if
The amount of backfeed is controlled by the OFFSET potentiometer on the DIP Switch Panel inside the cover. The full adjustment range is +/- 3.75 inches from nominal. The backfeed adjustment procedure is as follows:
1.Turn the printer on.
2.Press the LINE key to place the printer in the
3.Press the FEED key to feed out a blank label while observing the dispensement position.
4.Adjust the OFFSET potentiometer on the front control panel as deemed necessary.
5.Repeat steps 4 and 5 until a label is fully released from the liner.
DISPLAY
This potentiometer is used to adjust the contrast of the LCD display for optimum viewing under various lighting conditions.
The PRINT potentiometer is used to adjust the amount of heat (i.e., power) applied to the head for printing. It provides a continuous range of adjustment. Maximum print darkness is obtained by turning the potentiometer all the way clockwise and a maximum counterclockwise setting will give the lightest print.
NOTE: Adjustment of the PRINT potentiometer will affect the darkness in all of the command code, speed, and darkness ranges.
LCD PANEL PRINTER CONFIGURATION
The LCD Panel allows the printer to communicate with the operator. The operator communicates with the printer largely through the use of the LINE and FEED keys. Many settings may also be controlled via software commands. Where software commands and control panel settings conflict, the printer will always use the last valid setting.
There are seven modes of operation. To enter the desired mode, the KEY SEQUENCE combination listed in the table below must be performed. The initial LCD display message is shown for each mode.
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