Datamax E-Class Mark II Maintenance Manual

Maintenance and Adjustments
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2.2 Media Width Adjustment
To prevent wear on the Printhead and Platen, adjust the printer when using media that is less than
four inches (102 mm) wide, as follows:
1. Load media. Print a batch of labels. (Simultaneously press F2 and F3, or send a format from the
host.)
While facing the front of the printer –
f Turning the Thumbwheel clockwise increases
the effect.
f Turning the Thumbwheel counterclockwise
decreases the effect.
; Note: The Thumbwheel is numbered for
reference, where zero is the lowest
setting and nine is the highest.
2. While the labels print, adjust the Thumbwheel until the image begins to fade.
Over-adjustment produces an image that fades across the label.
3. Then turn the Thumbwheel in the opposite direction until the full image is produced.
Correct adjustment produces a complete image, with even print
contrast across the label.
; Note: Under-adjustment can cause ribbon wrinkling and excessive wear on the Printhead and
Platen. If the media moves excessively rightward while printing, the Thumbwheel should
be adjusted clockwise.

Datamax E-Class Mark II Specifications

General

Resolution	203 dpi (8 dots/mm) or 300 dpi (12 dots/mm)
Operating Temperature	40°F to 95°F (4°C to 35°C)
Storage Temperature	-40°F to 140°F (-40°C to 60°C)
Print Method	Direct Thermal / Thermal Transfer
Max Print Speed	6 inches per second (ips)
Memory	8 MB DRAM
Interface	Serial, Parallel, USB
Media Type	Labels, Tags, Receipts
Media Width	0.75" (19 mm) to 4.65" (118 mm)
Media Thickness	0.0025 to 0.008 inches (0.0635 to 0.2032 mm)
Power Requirements	100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz