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Print Quality Problems

 

Table 11 • Print Quality Problems (Continued)

 

 

 

Problem

Possible Cause

Recommended Solution

 

 

 

Vertical image or

The print engine is using

Configure the print engine for non-continuous

label drift

non-continuous labels but is

and run calibration routine, if necessary.

 

configured in continuous mode.

 

 

 

 

 

The media sensor is calibrated

See Calibrate Media and Ribbon Sensor

 

improperly.

Sensitivity on page 77.

 

 

 

 

The platen roller is dirty.

Clean the platen roller. See Clean the Printhead

 

 

and Platen Roller on page 93.

 

 

 

 

Improper printhead pressure

Adjust the printhead pressure to ensure proper

 

settings (toggles).

functionality.

 

 

 

 

Improperly loaded ribbon or

Verify that the print engine is loaded properly.

 

media.

 

 

 

 

 

Incompatible media.

Ensure that the interlabel gaps or notches are 2 to

 

 

4 mm and consistently placed. Media must not

 

 

exceed minimum specifications for mode of

 

 

operation.

 

 

 

The bar code printed

The bar code is not within

Perform the FEED Self Test on page 122. Adjust

on a label does not

specifications because the print

the darkness or print speed settings as necessary.

scan.

is too light or too dark.

 

 

 

 

 

Not enough blank space around

Leave at least 1/8 in. (3.2 mm) between the bar

 

the bar code.

code and other printed areas on the label and

 

 

between the bar code and the edge of the label.

 

 

 

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