Product guide

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Software

Firmware

Printer ﬁrmware the printer’s operating system which dictates how the printer runs and reacts to input. Check

the website or with your local representative to ﬁnd out about the full capabilities of the E-Class Mark III

ﬁrmware. The ﬁrmware is controls printing, conﬁguration, and emulations. Development is open sourced and

updates are published regularly.

Printing

The printer’s ﬁrmware controls every aspect of printing. Whether you are printing text, graphics, or barcodes

the ﬁrmware allows printing to be done quickly and efﬁciently.

Printer Conguration

The printer ﬁrmware also controls how the printer is conﬁgured. Many software utilities provide a quick

and easy method to change printer settings however the ﬁrmware has more functionality than what may be

available in the conﬁguration software. Refer to the printer programmer’s guide for the full capabilities of the

software.

Emulations

Emulation is the ﬁrmware’s ability to communicate in another printer’s command language. This allows for

the easy replacement of another manufacturers product without the need for a software or driver change.

Utilizing emulation may require a ﬁrmware update or loading a different ﬁrmware.

Application Development

The ﬁrmware is much more powerful than what may be offered in a driver or label printing application. The

printer is capable of supporting advanced applications, refer to the printer programmer’s guide for the full

capabilities of the printer.

Updates

The current ﬁrmware version of your printer is listed in the self-test printout. Firmware can be updated

by uploading the new ﬁrmware ﬁle to the printer. Detailed instructions for uploading are included with the

ﬁrmware ﬁle. Development updates are always being made to improve performance and enhance or add

features. These updates are posted at www.datamax-oneil.com.