Datamax M-Class Mark II Maintenance Manual

Adjustments and Maintenance
2-14
Step Action Displayed Message Comment
8 Position a label (with
backing, if any) under
the Sensor Eye Mark,
and then press ESC.
PERFORM CALIBRATION
SCAN PAPER
PRESS ESC KEY
yyy
This sets the parameter for the
paper value, where yyy is a
numerical value representing
the current sensor reading.
If using preprinted media,
ensure the label area under
the sensor is free of preprinted
text, graphics or borders.
9 Observe the message. PERFORM CALIBRATION
GAP MODE
CALIBRATION COMPLETE
yyy
The calibration result is given.
For reflective media,
REFLECTIVE MODE will be
indicated, and for continuous
media, CONTINUOUS MODE.
If other than Complete is
displayed, see the note below.
10 Press ESC and then
EXIT. Load media.
Adjust the Media
Sensor.
Press and hold FEED
until at least one label
has been output.
READY
The printer is calibrated.
If another message is
displayed, see the note below.
 Notes: (1) When calibrating notched media or media on a transparent liner, WARNING
LOW BACKING is normal message; and, (2) If CALIBRATION UNSUCCESSFUL
appears, see Section 2.2.2.3.

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)