Paxar Monarch 9850 - Manual (Page 172)

B a t c h Q u a n t i t y Z e r o M e t h o d
You may use the batch quantity zero method when your
application requires operator intervention to enter data. While the
operator is entering data, the previous field is sent with a batch
quantity of zero. The printer images the field, but does not print
it. After the operator enters the data for the last field, the batch
quantity can be specified. The last remaining field is imaged, and
the label prints almost immediately. To use the batch quantity
zero method:
1. Send the format and a batch header in one file. The first time
you send the batch header, use the parameter N (new batch),
and the parameter 0 for (zero quantity). This ensures the
label is properly positioned.
The printer images constant text, line, and box fields, but
does not print them.
2. Input data for each field, and send it with a batch header
using the parameter U (batch update) and a quantity of zero.
When the printer receives the data, it immediately images the
field, but does not print it.
At this time, the printer is imaging all associated fields,
including fields that copy from other fields.
3. Repeat step 2 for each field except the last one.
4. For the last field, input data and send a batch header with the
quantity of labels you want printed. When the printer receives
input for the last field, it immediately prints the labels. See
"Reducing Imaging Time" in Chapter 9 for an example using
the batch quantity zero method.
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