Datamax E Class E-4203, Operator'S Manual

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4.5 Label Alignment
The Label Alignment function is intended for use when the label length is
less than the distance between the printhead and the media sensor or
where label waste at power-up is a concern. Label Alignment (see table
below) is not recommended for label lengths greater than 6.5 inches or for
media containing 2 or more form lengths.
Label Stock Label Alignment Setting
Continuous NO
6.5 inches or less YES or AUTO
6.5 inches or more NO
Multiple length labels NO
The Label Alignment function is chosen via the menu system (see Section
4.4) or by host commands. The three possible modes, YES, AUTO, and
NO, are detailed in the following sections.
4.5.1 Label Alignment = YES
In this mode, the operator must supply an
‘ALIGN LENGTH’ value. This value
must be physically measured from leading
edge to leading edge of two successive
labels, as shown. The measurement must
be as accurate as possible. For very short
labels, errors as small as 0.01” can result
in noticeable print variations on the labels
between the media sensor and the
printhead.
The measured value must be sent to the printer via the host computer or
entered using the Printer Setup Mode (see Section 4.4).
Then, in Normal Mode, press and hold the FEED button (about 4
seconds). The printer will align the label to the top of form position.
; Note: If media with a different label length is subsequently loaded, the ‘ALIGN
LENGTH’ must be recalculated and re-entered .