User guide

EN-14 13293LB-12 Rev. 2 16Nov2004 English
Bradyprinter THT MVPplus Quick Reference Guide
Configure the Printer
Adjust Printhead Pressure
Refer to Figure 10. This adjustment may be necessary if printing is too light on one side or if
thick media is used. Adjust printhead pressure to ensure maximum print quality. The amount
of pressure required is determined by the type and thickness of the media as well as the media
width.
Figure 10 • Printhead Pressure Adjustment Dials
The pressure adjustment dials for the MVPplus each have four possible settings designated by
blocks of increasing size embossed on the print mechanism. The smallest block (fully
counterclockwise) is considered position 1 and the largest block (fully clockwise) is
considered position 4. Refer to Table 5 to select the initial dial settings for your media.
Some media types require higher pressure to print well. For these media, increase both dials
one position. If the media tends to shift to the left while printing, increase the right dial setting
one position or decrease the left dial setting one position. If the media tends to shift to the right
while printing, increase the left dial setting one position or decrease the right dial setting one
position.
Table 5 • Printhead Pressure
Media Width Left Dial Right Dial
1 in. (25.4 mm)
31
2 in. (51 mm)
41
3 in. (76 mm)
32
3.5 in. and up (89 mm and up)
33
Pressure adjustment dials