Datamax E-Class Mark II Maintenance Manual

Maintenance and Adjustments
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2.3 Ribbon Width Adjustment
If equipped with the thermal transfer option, the Ribbon Tension Adjustment Knob allows the optimum
amount tension to be applied to the ribbon, as follows:
1. Turn OFF the printer. Remove ribbon, if installed.
2. While holding the Hub, rotate the Ribbon Tension Adjustment Knob to match the ribbon width,
according on the table below.
Ribbon Width Direction of Rotation
1 - 2 inches (25 – 51 mm) Clockwise
2 - 4 inches (50 – 102 mm) Counterclockwise
3. Ensure that the Ribbon Tension Adjustment Knob is turned fully into position and will no longer
rotate.
; Note: Never force or over-tighten the Ribbon Tension Adjustment Knob.
2.4 Printhead Adjustment
If necessary, print quality can be mechanically adjusted. Although factory set for optimum print
quality, some media types (for example, heavy card stock) may require a slight readjustment if
quality changes.
1. Load media. Print a batch of labels. (Simultaneously press F2 and F3, or send a format from the
host.)

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