SECTION 2 - SETUP AND TIMING ISSUES
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2.2.3 Printhead Gap
This is the distance between the printhead in its prime position and the contact
point on the substrate. This should be measured with the Cassette in its closed
position.
Do not use metal objects to test the gap distance, use only wood, plastic or other
non conductive materials.
Adjustment to the print gap can be made by adding or removing the shims
provided with the mounting bracket. The gap between the printhead and the print
platen or print roller is critical to the performance of the printer.
The following settings are recommended:
SmartDate 5 - 1.00 mm to 2.00 mm
SmartDate 5s - 1.00 mm to 2.00 mm
SmartDate 5s - 0.5 mm to 1 mm (High throughput applications)
In situations where it is necessary to increase the printhead gap above 3 mm
(zipper bags) the “Tension adjust” setting should be reduced. See Section 6 -
Menus - Ribbon Setup.
2.2.4 Ribbons
SmartDate 5 uses inside wound ribbon; If this is webbed incorrectly (wound the
wrong way around) no printing can occur. The correct substrate/paper to ribbon
match is also important for print quality.
Different conditions will require different types of ribbon.
Some examples follow:
Wax/Resin, Wax/High Resin and Resin
For full details on ribbon please contact you local Markem.Imaje representative or
visit the Markem.Imaje Web site.
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