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CHAPTER 7: Advanced Features
7.6.2 H
ELPFUL
H
INTS
1.
All x,y values (start, end, center, increment) are measured in n/300
of an inch. The origin of the x,y-coordinate system is the top left-hand
corner of the printable area of the page (see Figure 7-8).
The printable area of the page may vary with the printer model and
paper size being used. Refer to your printer’s user’s guide for specific
information.
Figure 7-8. X,Y-Coordinate System on the Page.
2.
The complete command string must be entered as shown below.
Incomplete command strings and command strings with invalid values
(such as spaces) will cause the Card to print the string at the place
where the error occurred.
For example, suppose you enter a line-command string with an invalid
<x start> value:
¬GL30;A;1;1;600
The Card would cause all characters, including the invalid value “A,”
to be printed:
A;1;1;600
3.
As an alternative to using the semicolon “;” as a separator between
parameters, you may also enter a comma “,” or a forward slash “/”.
4.
Do not enter numeric values with commas (for example, “50,000”).
Physical Page
Printable Area
X,Y
origin
(0,0)
X
X
Y
Physical Page
Printable Area
X,Y
origin
(0,0)
X
X
Y
