Datamax-O'Neil Performance series User Guide - Manual (Page 45)

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37 Performance Series User’s Guide
Configuring Media and Ribbon Settings
Once the media and ribbon have been loaded, the print parameters should be set to
match the type of media and ribbon being used. This will ensure optimal print quality.
Once set, the parameters will not need to be set again unless the media or ribbon types
are changed.
Using Media and Ribbon IDs
Media and ribbons supplied by Datamax-O’Neil and other vendors may have up to an
eight (8) digit media ID and ribbon ID assigned. These codes may be created in the
Utility menu and then selected from Media menu via the printer’s front panel. All relevant
print parameters will be automatically configured.
1. Select Menu > Basic > Media > Media ID.
2. Using the up and down arrows, select the appropriate Paper ID. Note: No Media
IDs are provided by the factory.
3. To select the Ribbon ID, navigate to tab 2 and use the scroll arrows to highlight and
select the appropriate Ribbon ID.
4. Select the Home button.
5. After selecting the Home button, select the green Accept button to again confirm
your selection or the red Reject button to cancel the changes.
Note: Although using media and ribbon IDs usually produce very good results, minor
adjustments may be required. Refer to the section titled Adjusting Media and Ribbon
Settings.
Selecting Media and Ribbon Types
If media and ribbon IDs are not known, the media and ribbon types may be selected
manually.
1. Select Menu > Basic > Media > Select Type.
2. Using the up and down arrows, select your paper type.
Note: If the paper type is not known, either select Coated Direct Thermal for direct
thermal printing or select Coated Thermal Transfer for printing with a ribbon.
3. Tab to the Ribbon screen.
4. Using the up and down arrow, select your ribbon type.
Note: If the ribbon type is not known, select Wax to start. This selection can always be
changed if required.
5. Tab to the Settings screen.