Application Guide

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QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
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 “Are T8000 & T5r ES or SL5r ribbons and media compatible with the T2N/T4M/SL4M?”
Yes, as long as the ribbons do not exceed 450 Meters in length and a 4.33” (110 mm) width.
In addition, the T4M and SL4M can use ribbon with ink coated side in or coated side out
without making any changes to the printer settings. As there is no toxic elements in the
ribbons, they can be disposed as normal waste. Outside wound or inside wound media rolls
will also work in the TN2/T4M/SL4M. For fanfold media, simply insert the media from the
bottom or the rear of the printer.
 “Are tools required for the T4M/ SL4M snap-in printhead to change resolution?”
No. Similar to the T8000 or SL5r/T5r, changing print resolution from 203 to 305 DPI and vice versa is achieved by
simply changing the print head which self aligns within the print mechanism. The SL4M/T4m auto-detects the
printhead resolution and makes all parameters changes.
 “Will the same RFID media used on a SL5r work on the SL4M?”
Yes. The SL4M uses the same MP2 encoding platform found on the SL5r and the SLPA. With MP2, the same RFID
media can be used in all three models to leverage volume and reduce tag costs, increase inventory efficiency, and
optimize production. The SL4M also features advanced tag calibration to use for existing media inventory with
non- standard tag positions.
 “Are printheads the same for T8000, T5/SL5, T4M/SL4M?”
No. The printheads of the T8000 can not be used with T5/SL5 nor with T4M/SL4M and vice versa. However, in
contrary to the T5/SL5, printheads are the same for the T4M and SL4M
 “Are printheads the same for T4M/SL4M and T2N?”
No. The printheads of the T4M/SL4M can not be used with the T2N and vice versa.
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