Datamax M-Class Mark II Series User Manual

Chapter 2 - Printer Setup 7
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Roll Media
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Media Hanger Guide
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Media Sensor
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Media Guide
5. Close the Printhead Assembly and press down until it locks into place.
6. Close the cover and press the
FEED
button several times to position the media and ensure
proper tracking.
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Printhead Assembly
If the printer does not correctly sense the top of each label, it may be necessary to calibrate the
printer (see Section 3.5 Media Calibration).
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The printer is factory set to use 4-inch media (and ribbon, if thermal transfer equipped). When using
a different width of media/ribbon, refer to Section 5.3.
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On M-4210 models equipped with a Media Hanger in place of a Media Hub, high print speeds may
result in printing degradation. It is recommended to set the print speed at 8ips or less.

Datamax M-Class Mark II Series Specifications

General

Memory	16 MB DRAM, 8 MB Flash
Operating Temperature	40°F to 95°F (4°C to 35°C)
Print Method	Thermal Transfer/Direct Thermal
Resolution	203 dpi, 300 dpi
Print Speed	152 mm per second
Interfaces	USB, Serial
Optional Interfaces	Wireless 802.11b/g
Media Sensor	Reflective and Transmissive
Media Type	Labels, Tags, Tickets
Media Width	19 to 118 mm
Media Thickness	0.0025 to 0.0100 inches (0.0635 to 0.254 mm)
Ribbon Width	1.0" (25.4 mm) to 4.09 inches (27 to 104 mm)
Ribbon Length	1968' (600 m)
Storage Temperature	-4°F to 122°F (-20°C to 50°C)
Max Print Length	99 inches (2514 mm)