Datamax H Class, Operator'S Manual

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Menu Item Listings
Media Settings
Within the Media Settings branch, the following menu selections are available:
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Media Type
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Sensor Type
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Label Length
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Maximum Label Length *
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Paper Empty Distance *
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Label Width
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Ribbon Low Options *
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Sensor Calibration *
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Printhead Cleaning *
Note:
Items denoted with an asterisk (*) are only accessible through the Advanced Menu.
The menu selections are defined as follows:
DISPLAYED
ITEM ITEM DESCRIPTION
MEDIA TYPE Selects the method used to print labels and should be set according to the type of
media being used, where:
DIRECT
THERMAL Sets the printer to use media that is heat reactive to produce an image.
THERMAL
TRANSFER Sets the printer to use media that requires a ribbon to produce an image.
Note: For more information regarding media characteristics, see Media Selection in Additional
Information.
SENSOR TYPE Selects the top-of-form (TOF) sensing method used to determine the leading edge
of the label, where:
GAP TOF will be recognized by sensing the gaps or notches in the media. (Default
Setting)
CONTINUOUS No TOF sensing will be used; instead, the LABEL LENGTH setting (in Media
Settings) will determine the TOF.
REFLECTIVE TOF will be recognized by sensing the reflective (black) marks on the underside of
the media.
Note: See Approved Media in Printer Specifications for detailed information.