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Chapter 11 Barcode Printing
EAN/UPC Barcode
(X, Y = unregarded):
1) These values are true, if “Compressed Print” is selecte d in the menu (see
print feature [F]).
2) It is recommended to set the bar width equal to the space width (x=y).
3) Printer-dependent reference value.
All values are only valid when a new color ribbon is used. The values change
depending on the degree of wear:
•narrow bar: approx. -0.05 mm
•narrow space: approx. +0.05 mm.
Code EAN 128 and EAN/UPC are based on module widths. Only the X
parameter is valid for this type. This parameter is used for the Y parameter
(narrow bar width). The Z parameter has no meaning. In combination with the
normal/condensed feature, 8 widths result (see Table 1 on page 233).
Error Code
Wrong characters in a control code or in a barcode test (e.g. an und efined
character in a certain barcode type) cause the barcode error s ign to print.
Table 2 Header Parameter Normal Compressed 1)
Enlargement
factor
z= 0
z= 1
1.95 : 1
1.60 : 1
1.30 : 1
0.95 : 1