Datamax M-Class Mark II Maintenance Manual

Adjustments and Maintenance
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2.2 Media Sensor Calibration
This printer can use many different media compositions, configurations and colors. In
addition to adjusting the Media Sensor and selecting the SENSOR TYPE, to ensure that each
label is detected correctly and reliably, calibration is required. Depending upon the printer
type, there are different calibration methods.
2.2.1 Calibrating Non-Display Models
In Calibration Mode, button functions adjust the Media Sensor to the media being used.
Calibration can be performed either automatically or manually, as detailed below.
 Notes: Printer faults remain disabled during calibration, but can still occur while printing
Test Labels. Also, if needed, factory defaults can be restored.
2.2.1.1 Automatic Calibration
Automatic Calibration lets the printer establish the optimum media sensing values, as
follows:
 Note: Before calibrating ensure that media is loaded, and that the Media Sensor
selected and positioned. Also, be sure that the printhead assembly is latched
and that the cover is closed.
1. Turn OFF the printer.
2. Depress and hold CANCEL while turning ON the printer. Continue to hold the button until
the STOP Light turns OFF.
3. Press PAUSE. About ten inches of media will be output during the process.
4. Upon completion, one of the following lights will flash five times to denote the result:
• STOP Light
= Successful calibration. Go to Step 5, below.
• ERROR Light
= Unsuccessful calibration. Retry and if unsuccessful, see Section 2.2.1.2.
 Note: To discard calibration changes and revert to the previous settings, turn OFF the
printer before performing Step 5.

Datamax M-Class Mark II Specifications

General

Media Sensor	Adjustable reflective and transmissive sensors
Print Method	Thermal Transfer
Print Resolution	203 dpi
Memory	8 MB Flash, 16 MB SDRAM
Interface Options	USB, Serial, Ethernet, Parallel
Media Type	Roll-fed, die-cut, continuous, fan-fold, tags, ticket stock
Media Width	1.0 in (25.4 mm) to 4.65 in (118 mm)
Media Thickness	0.0025 in (0.0635 mm) to 0.010 in (0.254 mm)
Media Roll Diameter	8 inches (203 mm) max
Ribbon Width	1 to 4.33 inches (25.4 to 110 mm)
Ribbon Length	1968 ft (600 m)
Ribbon Core	1 inch (25.4 mm)
Label Width Range	1.0 in (25.4 mm) to 4.65 in (118 mm)
Label Length Range	0.25 to 39 inches (6.35 to 991 mm)