Printronix SL4M User Manual
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Sensed Distance
Gap/Mark Sensor = Gap
: The Sensed Distance
value is the physical length of one label plus the
length of one gap.
Gap/Mark Sensor = Mark
: The Sensed Distance
value is the physical distance from the trailing edge
of one black mark to the trailing edge of the next.
Standard-Pitch RFID
Labels
Labels with RFID inlays that typically have a pitch
from 2.0 to 6.0 inches. These labels support tag
encoding and provide ample space to print text,
graphics, barcodes, or logos.
Short-Pitch RFID
Labels
Labels with RFID inlays that have a pitch from 1.0 to
2.0 inches. The inlay is usually short in length and
the label provides limited space to print text,
graphics, barcodes, or logos.
Slew
Vertical paper movement.
Stop Bits
The signal which indicates the end of a character or
element.
Thermal Transfer
Media
Media specifically designed to work with a ribbon for
image transfer. In Thermal Transfer mode,
compatibility between the ribbon and the media is
critical in producing a high quality, long lasting image.
Thermal Transfer
Printing
A printing method in which the printhead presses a
specially coated ribbon against the media. The
printhead elements react with the ribbon and bond
the image to the media.
Transmissive (Gap)
Sensing
Use of the media sensor to transmit infrared light
through the media to detect gaps, holes, or notches
for determining the Top-of-Form position on labels or
for indicating a Paper Out condition.