Datamax A-Class A-4310, Programmer'S Manual

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Extended System-Level Command Functions
38 Class Series Programmer’s Manual
W
Represents the start of a sequence (up to five characters) that sets the printable label width.
Setting a width smaller than the natural (maximum) width of the printer effectively extends
printable label length. This field is optional; if it does not appear, the current printable label
width is left unchanged. The number that follows the W is a decimal number (up to four digits)
that specifies the printable label width in either 100
ths
of an inch or in millimeters, depending on
the current units setting of the printer (imperial or metric). If the value specified exceeds the
printable width of the printer, the printable label width is set to the maximum. If the value
specified is less than the minimum value allowed (200) then the printable label width is set to the
minimum allowed value.
Notes: (1) Label printing requirements may be computed as bytes (label print length * width allocation *
print head resolution / 8). For maximum throughput, the memory allocated should allow for a
minimum of three times the computed requirement, or the available label length (as determined by
<STX>KQ
command) should be three times the label print length.
(2) These commands will result in a system reset for the EX2.
STX K}E Empty Sensor Calibration
(Non-Display Models only)
This command causes the printer to determine and save the calibration value for an empty media
sensor condition. This calibration function should be performed when no material is installed in
the media sensor. Depending upon the printer model, different front panel LED flash sequences
and printer responses (below) will indicate calibration progress and outcome; see the
corresponding printer operator manual for LED flash sequences details.
Printer Response Alternate
REMOVE STOCK[CR ] N/A
ENTER TO CONTINUE[CR] N/A
PASSED CALIBRATION[CR] FAILED CALIBRATION[CR]
STX K}M Manual Media Calibration
(Non-Display Models only)
This command causes the printer to save the sampled calibration values as an operator places
different portions of label stock within the media sensor. Depending upon the printer model,
different front panel LED flash sequences and printer responses (below) will indicate calibration
progress and outcome; see the corresponding printer operator manual for LED flash sequences
details. Sending <ESC> to the printer instead of <CR> will terminate the process and leave the
TOF Sensor values unchanged.
Printer Response Alternate
LOAD STOCK[CR ]
ENTER TO CONTINUE[CR ]
N/A
LOAD MARK[CR ]
ENTER TO CONTINUE[CR ]
LOAD GAP[CR ]
REMOVE STOCK[CR ]
ENTER TO CONTINUE[CR ]
N/A
PASSED CALIBRATION[CR ] FAILED CALIBRATION[CR ]