Datamax E-Class Mark II - Set Print Speed; Set Backfeed Speed

Label Formatting Command Functions
Class Series 2 Programmer’s Manual 133
P Set Print Speed
This command sets a print speed for a label or batch of labels.
Syntax:
Pa
Where:
a
-
Is a single character representing a speed; see
Appendix L for valid ranges.
Sample:
<STX>L
PC
141100001000100LABEL1<CR>
E
<STX>L
141100001000100LABEL2<CR>
E
The sample above prints two labels, the first at a speed of 2
inches per second (51 mm per second) and the second at the
default setting.
p Set Backfeed Speed
This command, typically used in conjunction with the Cut or Peel and Present operations,
controls the rate at which the labels will reverse to align to the next start of print
position. The setting remains in effect until another backfeed speed command is
received or until the printer is reset.
Syntax:
pa
Where:
a
-
Is a single alpha character representing a speed; see
Appendix L for valid ranges.
Sample:
<STX>L
pF
The sample above sets the printer to a backup speed of 3.5 IPS.