Datamax E Class E-4203, Operator'S Manual

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Approved Media
To achieve optimum print quality and maximum printhead life, Datamax
specifies the use of
DATAMAX brand media and ribbons. These
supplies are specially formulated for use in our printers; use of non-
Datamax supplies may affect the print quality, performance, and life of
the printer or its components.
For a current list of approved media and ribbons for use in direct thermal
and thermal transfer applications, please contact a Media Representative
at (407) 523-5650.
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A
B
C
D
G
H
I
J
F
Designator Description Maximum
[1]
Minimum
[1]
A Label width 4.09 1.00
B Backing width 4.30 1.00
C Gap between labels .25 .10
D Label length 24
[3]
.375
[4]
E Total thickness .010 .0025
F Notch opening width .50 .20
Distance from the edge of the media to
the media sensor aperture (left justified) .175 .125 G
with the Adjustable Media Sensor option 2.94 .125
H Reflective mark width
[2]
4.10 .50
I Distance between reflective marks 24
[3]
.375
[5]
J Reflective mark length .25 .10
[1]
Units of measure are in inches.
[2]
The reflective (black) mark must be carbon based, placed on the backside of the stock,
and the reflectance shall be less than 10% at wavelengths of 950 and 640 nm.
[3]
The label length may vary up to 99 inches with printable area not exceeding the
maximum label length.
[4]
This distance is inclusive of the minimum gap between labels.
[5]
This distance is inclusive of the minimum reflective mark.