Users Manual Part 4

5/9/19 P1106464-001
Glossary
alphanumeric Indicating letters, numerals, and characters such as punctuation marks.
backfeed When the printer pulls the media and ribbon (if used) backward into the printer so
that the beginning of the label to be printed is properly positioned behind the printhead.
Backfeed occurs when operating the printer in Tear-Off and Applicator modes.
barcode A code by which alphanumeric characters can be represented by a series of
adjacent stripes of different widths. Many different code schemes exist, such as the universal
product code (UPC) or Code 39.
black mark media Media with registration marks
found on the underside of the print media that act as
start-of-label indications for the printer. The reflective
media sensor is typically the best choice for use with
black mark media.
Contrast this with continuous media or gap/notch media.
calibration (of a printer) A process in which the printer determines some basic
information needed to print accurately with a particular media and ribbon combination. To do
this, the printer feeds some media and ribbon (if used) through the printer and senses whether
to use the direct thermal or thermal transfer print method, and (if using non-continuous media)
the length of individual labels or tags.
collection method Select a media collection method that is compatible with your printer
options. Selections include tear-off, peel-off, cutter, and rewind. The basic media and ribbon
loading instructions are the same for all collection methods with some additional steps
necessary for using any media collection options.
configuration The printer configuration is a group of operating parameters specific to the
printer application. Some parameters are user selectable, while others are dependent on the
installed options and mode of operation. Parameters may be switch selectable, control panel
programmable, or downloaded as ZPL II commands. A configuration label listing all the
current printer parameters may be printed for reference.
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