Paxar Monarch 1460, Reference Manual

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3. Repeat step 2 for each field except the last one.
4. For the last field, input data and send a batch header with
the quantity of labels you want printed. When the printer
receives input for the last field, it immediately prints the
labels. See "Reducing Imaging Time" in Chapter 10 for an
example using the batch quantity zero method.
Modifying Formats –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––
The optional entry method is a quick way to modify your
format fields, check digit fields, and configuration packets.
Optional Entry Method
This method enables you to reset only the parameters you
want to change. Commas act as placeholders for unchanged
parameters. The optional entry method reduces file size and
increases the speed at which files are sent to the printer.
Creating DOS Batch Files for Downloading ––––––––––––––––––––
If you are downloading from an MS-DOS system, you can
create batch files to set communication values and download
formats. It is a good idea to create a subdirectory to hold your
format files.
Here is a DOS batch file that sets a serial port, changes to a
subdirectory, and downloads a check digit file, format file, and
batch data file.
MODE COM1: 9600,N,8,1,P
CD\MONARCH
COPY LABEL1.CDS COM1
COPY LABEL1.FMT COM1
COPY LABEL1.BCH COM1
Refer to your DOS manual for more information on creating
batch files.
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