ITW Diagraph PA/4600, User Manual

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Step 13 - Create a Format and Download
Goal:
Create a simple format, set the correct communications parameters, and send a format down
to the system.
Although label software programs will differ in look and functionality, there are some key similarities.
Most importantly, the correct driver for the printer should be selected. For the Sato Lt 408 print engine,
the 8485Se driver will work, if there are existing formats created for this model. Formats created for
tabletop printers will require some changes for correct operation on a printer-applicator system. Some
of these changes include: applicator mode, backfeed distance, offsets in print, and a few others.
Below is a few typical screen shots from NiceLabel, which is the premiere software package that
Diagraph offers.
•••• Sub-Step (a) ••••
Select the baud rate, and other communication-specific parameters.
This is typically found under the Windows>Printers> select
specific
printer >Properties>Ports> select port number >Configure Port
•••• Sub-Step (b) ••••
In the program’s printer setup screens, check to make sure:
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Cutter is not selected
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Continuous Print is not selected
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Speed is set to a rate optimal for both print quality and throughput requirements
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Label size entered matches the actual label dimensions
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Darkness is set for good quality print and long life operation
•••• Sub-Step (c) ••••
Create your format with text,
barcodes, graphics, and
other required fields. Try to
use printer resident fonts and
functionality (such as time,
date, and counters), which
will greatly reduce download
time. Once created, send the
format with the desired
quantity and adjust
positioning as required.
Diagraph - an ITW Company PA/4600 & PA/6000 User Manual
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Setup
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Backfeed is set to AFTER print