Microcom 470, Operator'S Manual

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Chapter 2 Basic Operation
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2.6 LOADING MEDIA
The following two sections explain the dispensing modes and printing methods. Refer to
figures 2 and 5 for the printer components. If narrow stock is used (3.5 inches wide or less), it
may be necessary to adjust the printhead support screw (see section 2.8).
Thermal Transfer Note:
The 470 will, on power-up , automatically sense a loaded ribbon and select thermal transfer
mode. Please note that the printer will not select thermal transfer mode if the ribbon is loaded
after the printer is turned on. To correct the situation simply cycle the power once the ribbon
has been loaded.
2.6.1 NORMAL AND TAG/TEAR MODES
Place the label supply shaft and stock onto the wire rack. Raise the print head with the lift lever
and insert the paper with the thermally sensitive side up. Follow the loading diagram and
thread the paper through the printer and under the print head. Lower the head lift lever and
you are ready to print.
2.6.2 PEEL-AND-DISPENSE MODE
Follow the paper loading in the normal and tag mode directions. Pull out several inches of
paper and remove the labels. Be sure the leading edge of the stock is flat and square. Rotate
the pinch roller release knob and insert the paper between the black drive roller and the white
pinch roller. Remove the slack and release the pressure on the pinch roller by turning the
release knob.
Printer Feed Mechanism
Figure 5