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Configuration
Configuration and Calibration LCD Displays
R4Mplus User Guide 51
PRINT METHOD
Selecting Print Method
The print method parameter tells the printer the method of printing you
wish to use: direct thermal (no ribbon) or thermal transfer (using thermal
transfer media and ribbon).
Selecting direct thermal when using thermal transfer media and ribbon
creates a warning condition, but printing continues.
Default: Thermal transfer
Selections: Thermal transfer, direct thermal
1. Press SELECT to select the parameter.
2. Press PLUS (+) for the next value.
3. Press MINUS (–) for the previous value.
4. Press SELECT to accept any changes and deselect the parameter.
PRINT WIDTH
Setting Print Width
Print width determines the printable area across the width of the label.
Default, Range: The default and range of acceptable values may vary
depending on what printer you have. See Printing Specifications
on page 111 for further information about the ranges available for your
model.
1. Press SELECT to select the parameter.
2. Press PLUS (+) to increase the value of the selected digit.
3. Press MINUS (–) to move to the next digit.
4. To change the unit of measurement, press MINUS (–) until the unit of
measurement is active, then press PLUS (+) to toggle to a different
unit of measure (inches, mm, or dots).
5. Press SELECT to accept any changes and deselect the parameter.
MAXIMUM LENGTH
Setting Maximum Length
Always set the value to at least 1 in. (25.4 mm) longer than the longest
label to be used in the printer.
Default: 39 in. (991 mm) for non-continuous material
1. Press SELECT to select the parameter.
2. Press PLUS (+) to increase the value
3. Press MINUS (–) to decrease the value.
4. Press SELECT to accept any changes and deselect the parameter.
Table 7 • Printer Parameters and Other LCD Displays (Sheet 3 of 20)
Parameter/LCD Display Action/Explanation