14  Chapter 2 – Printer Setup 
2.4.1  Using the Ribbon Core Adapters 
 
When using ribbons with a 1” (25.4mm) I.D. core, a Core Adapter must be used. 
 
1)  Slide the Ribbon Roll (with the leader positioned as shown above) onto a Core Adapter. Slide an 
empty Ribbon Core onto the remaining Core Adapter. 
 
 
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Core Adapter 
Ribbon Roll 
Ribbon Core 
 
 
2)  If using a narrow ribbon, position the Ribbon Roll so that it is centered on the Core Adapter. The 
Core Adapters are marked in both inches and centimeters to aid in proper positioning. 
 
 
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Core Adapter 
Ribbon Roll