Specifications

Strip Plate Adjustment
The Strip Plate is a very important part of the printhead adjustment procedure.
The Strip Plate can be adjusted for proper tracking and separation of the ribbon
from the media after printing.
1. Print PAUSE Key Self Test labels.
2. Press the PAUSE Key and, after the printer pauses, observe the ribbon for
possible problems (wrinkling, etc.).
3. Refer to Figure 5.3, and loosen the two Allen screws holding the Strip Plate
to the front of the Printhead Assembly.
4. While running the PAUSE Key Self Test, lower the Strip Plate so the ribbon
is flat and smooth and tracks properly to the Ribbon Take-up Spindle.
5. Tighten the Strip Plate Allen screws and print a minimum of twenty-five
labels. Check for ribbon wrinkle, tracking, and noise problems. If ribbon
wrinkle and/or tracking problems persist, check the torque settings of the
Ribbon Supply Spindle and adjust tension if required.
Printhead Voltage Adjustment
When a printhead or the printer’s power supply is replaced, the printhead
Voltage must be adjusted for the proper value. This adjustment establishes the
voltage applied to the print elements during the printing process. When
adjustment is necessary, follow this procedure:
TOGGLE
ADJUSTING
NUT
Figure 5.4 Printhead Pressure Adjustment
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