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Chapter 3 Advanced Usage
Functions
Print Density
Monochrome
Selectable from 70 to 130% (5% increment)
Default setting: 100%
Depending on the paper type, it is recommended to set the print density as shown in the table below for the best
print quality.
Multi-Tone
Selectable from 70 to 130% (5% increment)
Default setting: 100%
Print Speed
• High Speed (500 mm/s)
• Standard Speed (450 mm/s) (default setting)
• Middle Speed (350 mm/s)
*Default setting: Varies by country/region where the printer is purchased
Original Paper type Density Print speed
AP50KS-ND 100% 17 (500 mm/sec)
KT55FA, AP45KS-ND 100% 16 (450 mm/sec)
KT48FA, KT55PF 100% 15 (400 mm/sec)
KT48PF, P5047(55), P5047(46) 105% 15 (400 mm/sec)
• When the print density level is increased, print speed may be reduced. When printing at a
density of 115% or more and below a room temperature of 15°C, the speed drops to less than
200 mm/sec.
• When setting the print speed to level 17, use customized values to set the print density.
• The print speed is restricted according to the Number of head energizing parts setting.
The maximum 500 mm/s is possible with the One-part energizing (default) option.
The Number of head energizing parts setting can be changed using ESC/POS commands. ("ESC/
POS" on
page 85)
• The maximum
printing speed when using 58 mm is 450 mm/s.