Specifications

Model 466P – Basic Operation Chapter 4
10 MODEL 160P STACKER – Quick Reference Guide
4.3 MODEL 466P THERMAL PRINTER OVERVIEW
4.3.1 TOP OF FORM SENSOR
The “Top of Form” Sensor on the Model 466P is used to find the leading edge of the
media when a new roll of media is loaded. This sensor will ensure that the media is
loaded properly and that the stacker will only receive the properly sized tags. In the
event that the media is not loaded correctly or there is a problem finding the leading
edge, the sensor will generate an error and stop the printer from processing the next
tag.
SEE CHAPTER 6 “TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE” FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ON
RESOLVING “TOP OF FORM/PAPER JAM ERRORS”.
During a power outage or when power is cycled on the Model 466P, the printer will
automatically perform a “Find Top of Form” procedure when power is reapplied.
The Model 466P also has a front panel button which allows the user to perform the
“Find Top of Form” procedure. The button is labeled – “TOF/Error Clear”.
SEE CHAPTER 5 “MODEL 466P FRONT PANEL OPERATION” FOR FURTHER
DETAILS.
4.3.2 HEAD LIFT KNOB
The Head Lift Knob is used to raise and lower the print head to ease media loading and
thermal print head cleaning. Rotate Head Lift Knob counter clockwise to raise and load
media. Rotate knob clockwise to lower and lock into operating position.
4.3.3 PLEXIGLAS MEDIA GUIDE
The Plexiglas Media Guide assists in funneling the media through the printer. The
media should always be loaded beneath the Plexiglas Media Guide. Failure to do so
may cause undesired printing and stacking results.
4.3.4 MEDIA
Continuous Direct Thermal media should be supplied on a 3” core with up to an 8”
outside diameter. Microcom Corporation supplies rolls that are 450 feet long, which
calculates to approximately 2827 1.91” long tags.
4.3.5 CUTTER
The Cutter on the Model 466P is a Guillotine style with self-sharpening blades.
CAUTION: KEEP ALL OBJECTS AWAY FROM CUTTER DURING OPERATION.