Communication Capabilities
The S-Series Printer comes with either an Electronics Industries Association (EIA) RS-232 serial data interface or a factory-installed parallel interface. In both cases, the required interface cable is not supplied with the printer.
Thermal Transfer Printer Internal Functions
Command/control data signals are received via the RS-232 port, parallel port, or DIP switches and are sent to the main logic board. The microprocessor continuously monitors these signals along with the inputs received from the control panel and various sensors. The microprocessor interprets this information and controls the S-Series Printer me-
chanics, printhead, communications, command interpreta- tion, label formatting, media control, and mechanical drive.
Print Mechanism Capabilities
The print mechanism has been designed to print random information la- bels, tickets, and tags. It uses a thermal printhead that heats a ribbon as it passes beneath the print elements, melting its ink onto the media (direct thermal uses heat-sensitive media instead of an inked ribbon). Constant print speeds may be selected via software control.
The standard printhead for the S-Series Printer has a print resolution of 8 dots/mm (203.2 dots/inch). Optional printheads are available for the 105Se for either 6 dots/mm (152 dots/inch) or 12 dots/mm (300 dots/inch) resolution.
Media Transport Mechanism Capabilities
The media transport mechanism of the S-Series Printer has been designed to accommodate various types of media, including 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 S-Series Printer are supplied on one-inch cores in standard widths and lengths.
