Datamax M-Class M-4206, Operator'S Manual

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6.6 Darkness Adjustment
Non-display printers: The Darkness Adjustment allows the operator to match the
print contrast following a printhead replacement. Turning the Darkness Adjustment
clockwise will darken the print, while turning it counterclockwise will lighten the
print. Compare a label printed with the old printhead and make this adjustment so
that the new printhead matches the darkest portion of that label.
Display-equipped printers: Use the menu to adjust Darkness; see Section 5.1.3, Print
Control / Custom Adjustments.
Note: Large increases in the ‘Darkness Adjustment’ can shorten printhead life. If you
need to increase the darkness of the printed labels, try increasing the Heat value
and/or slow the Print Speed using your software program or via DPL commands.
6.7 Resetting the Printer
Non-Display Printers:
With the printer power ‘Off,’ press and hold all three buttons while turning ‘On’ the printer. Continue to hold the buttons
down until the
STOP
light turns off (approximately 17 seconds). The printer will now be set to the ‘Factory Defaults.’
See Section 4.5.1 for a listing of the factory default settings.
Display Printers:
Depending upon the method used, there are three reset levels possible:
Soft Reset
To reset the printer and clear any temporary host settings:
With the printer ‘On’, press and hold the CANCEL Key for approximately four seconds.