Datamax E-Class Mark II User Manual

Chapter 2 – Printer Setup 11
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The printer is capable of using C.S.I (Coated Side In) and C.S.O (Coated Side Out) ribbons in the following
configurations:
½” Core Ribbons
Ribbon Core Width: 4.3 inches (110mm)
Ribbon Width: 1.0 - 4.3 inches (25 - 110mm); Centered on core
1” Core Ribbons (with Ribbon Core Adapters, see section 2.4.1.)
Ribbon Core Width: 1.0 - 4.3 inches (25 - 110mm); Centered
on Ribbon Core Adapters
Ribbon Width: 1.0 - 4.3 inches (25 - 110mm); Centered on core
Load ribbon as follows:
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If equipped with the thermal transfer option, the printer is factory set to use ribbon; see Section 3.4 to
change this setting if using direct thermal media.
1) Determine the type of ribbon (C.S.I or C.S.O) you are using.
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C.S.I Coated Side In Ribbon
C.S.O Coated Side Out Ribbon
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Ensure the inked side of the ribbon faces toward the label media, not the printhead.

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