Datamax M-Class Mark II Series User Manual

Appendix C – Paper Menu Setup 82
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The Label Alignment function is intended for use when the label length is less than the distance
between the printhead and the media sensor or where label waste at power-up is a concern. Label
Alignment (see table below) is not recommended for label lengths greater than 6.5 inches or for
media containing 2 or more form lengths.
Label Stock Label Alignment Setting
Continuous NO
6.5 inches or less YES or AUTO
6.5 inches or more NO
Multiple length labels NO
The Label Alignment function is chosen via the menu system or by host commands. The three
possible modes, YES, AUTO, and NO, are detailed in the following sections.
Label Alignment = YES
In this mode, the operator must supply an ‘ALIGN LENGTH’
value. This value must be physically measured from leading
edge to leading edge of two successive labels, as shown. The
measurement must be as accurate as possible. For very short
labels, errors as small as 0.01” can result in noticeable print
variations on the labels between the media sensor and the
printhead.
The measured value must be sent to the printer via the host
computer or entered using the Printer Setup Mode.
Then, in Normal Mode, press and hold the
FEED
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(about 4 seconds). The printer will align the label to the top
of form position.
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If media with a different label length is subsequently loaded, the ‘ALIGN LENGTH’ must
be recalculated and re-entered.

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)