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

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Extended System-Level Command Functions
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(EM) Input Mode –
This command determines the printer’s mode of data processing: Standard
DPL, or Line Mode. In Line Mode the printer will not parse character strings; instead, it will
behave as a line printer, where each carriage return terminated line of data will be printed on the
label according to a stored template. See Appendix S for details.
(EN) End Character –
This command terminates a
<STX>Kc
string.
(EP) End of Print –
This command defines the programmable signal output that signifies the End
of Print (EOP) process:
Value
Units End of Print Interpretation
3 Active Low Outputs a logic low (zero) following printing.
4 Active High Outputs a logic high (one) following printing.
1 Low Pulse Outputs a low pulse (approximately 30 milliseconds long) following printing.
2 High Pulse
Outputs a high pulse (approximately 30 milliseconds long) following
printing.
(EQ) Start of Print –
This command defines the type of programmable signal input required to
control the Start of Print (SOP) process:
Value Units Start of Print Interpretation
3 Active Low SOP signal must go low for at least 50 milliseconds to initiate printing.
4 Active High SOP signal must go high for at least 50 milliseconds to initiate printing.
(ES) ESC Sequences –
This command allows data containing invalid ESC control code
sequences to be processed (helpful because some systems send a “banner” to the printer). When
set to ‘Disabled,’ ESC sequences are ignored and the data is processed. Bitmapped font
downloads are disabled in this mode.