Star Micronics TUP900 User Manual

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TUP900 Series Specifications Manual

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3-3-2 Black Mark Specifications

The following describes the recommended black mark specifications for printers that use the paper out
sensor as the black mark sensor.

(1) Black Mark Pitch (Dimension A)

Black mark pitch can be set to a dimension of A = 75 to 300 mm.

Note 1) Black mark pitches can be set to the above describe range, but it is recommended to use a

pitch that is at least 80 mm, in consideration of the variation in printing positions.

(2) Black Mark Dimensions

See the following drawings for the dimensions of black marks to be printed.

(3) PCS Value

The PCS value of black marks to be printed should be a minimum of 0.90.

Note 1) The PCS value of black marks can cause page skipping problems or improper page length

detection if they do not meet the aforementioned specifications.
For that reason, always ensure that the PCS value is met.

Printing Direction

Min. 15 mm

Paper Back Side

Printing Surface is Paper Back Side

Printing Range

1+1, -0.8 (mm)

2.5 ±2 (mm)

5 ±1

(mm)

A (mm)

Cutting Position

B (mm)

C (mm)