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Configuration and Calibration LCD Displays

13163L Rev. 3 5/20/2004

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 shows the configuration options for your printer. Parameters are shown in the order in 

which they are displayed when you press PLUS (+) after entering the setup mode. 

 shows the front panel parameters that display when an optional print server is 

installed.

Throughout this process, press PLUS (+) to continue to the next parameter, or press 
MINUS (–) to return to the previous parameter in the cycle. Refer to 

 for information on changing just the basic print settings.

DARKNESS

Adjusting Print Darkness
Set the darkness to the lowest setting that provides good print quality. Darkness set too 
high may cause ink to smear or the printer may burn through the ribbon.
Darkness settings are dependent upon a variety of factors, including ribbon type, media, 
and the condition of the printhead. You may adjust the darkness for consistent 
high-quality printing. Darkness settings also may be changed by the driver or software 
settings. To determine if your print darkness setting is optimal, perform the 

.

You may want to adjust the printer’s darkness while performing the 

. Because the darkness setting takes effect immediately, you can see the 

results on labels that are currently printing during the test.
Default: +10
Range: 0 to +30

Press SELECT to select the parameter.

Press PLUS (+) to increase darkness if printing is too light or if there are voids in 
printed areas.

Press MINUS (–) to decrease darkness if printing is too dark or if there is spreading 
or bleeding of printed areas.

Press SELECT to accept any changes and deselect the parameter.

PRINT SPEED

Adjusting Print Speed
Speed is measured in inches per second (ips).
Default: 2 ips

Press SELECT to select the parameter.

Press PLUS (+) to increase print speed.

Press MINUS (–) to decrease print speed.

Press SELECT to accept any changes and deselect the parameter.