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Part Number: 88-2316-01

Revision H

Contents

Overview ........................................................................................................................1

Who Should Use This Manual .............................................................................. 1

The Scope of this Manual..................................................................................... 1

General Conventions............................................................................................ 3

Computer Entry and Display Conventions............................................................ 3

Typical Dataflow Sequence .................................................................................. 4

Control Code Command Functions............................................................................. 7

Introduction........................................................................................................... 7

Attention-Getters .................................................................................................. 7

Immediate Command Functions.................................................................................. 9

Introduction........................................................................................................... 9

SOH # Reset............................................................................................... 9

SOH * Reset (Display-Equipped Models only) .......................................... 9

SOH A Send ASCII Status String.............................................................. 10

SOH a Send ASCII Extended Status String.............................................. 10

SOH B Toggle Pause................................................................................ 11

SOH C Stop/Cancel .................................................................................. 12

SOH D SOH Shutdown (Non-Display Models only) ................................. 12

SOH E Send Batch Remaining Quantity ................................................... 13

SOH e Send Batch Printed Quantity......................................................... 13

SOH F Send Status Byte .......................................................................... 13

System-Level Command Functions........................................................................... 15

Introduction......................................................................................................... 15

STX A Set Time and Date ........................................................................ 15

STX a Enable Feedback Characters........................................................ 16

STX B Get Printer Time and Date Information ......................................... 16

STX c Set Continuous Paper Length ....................................................... 17

STX d Set Double Buffer Mode (Non-Display Models only).................... 17

STX E Set Quantity For Stored Label....................................................... 18

STX e Select Edge Sensor ...................................................................... 18

STX F Form Feed .................................................................................... 18

STX f Set Form Stop Position (Backfeed)............................................... 19

STX G Print Last Label Format................................................................. 19

STX I Input Image Data........................................................................... 20

STX i Scalable Font Downloading .......................................................... 21

STX J Set Pause for Each Label ............................................................. 21

STX K Extended System-Level Commands ............................................. 21

STX k Test RS-232 Port .......................................................................... 22

STX L Enter Label Formatting Command Mode ...................................... 22

STX M Set Maximum Label Length .......................................................... 22

STX m Set Printer to Metric Mode ............................................................ 22

STX n Set Printer to Imperial Mode ......................................................... 23

STX O Set Start of Print Position.............................................................. 23

STX o Cycle Cutter .................................................................................. 24

STX P Set Hex Dump Mode..................................................................... 24

STX p Controlled Pause........................................................................... 24

STX Q Clear All Modules .......................................................................... 24

STX q Clear Module................................................................................. 25

STX R Ribbon Saver On/Off..................................................................... 25

STX r Select Reflective Sensor ............................................................... 26

STX S Set Feed Speed ............................................................................ 26

STX s Set Single Buffer Mode (Non-Display Models only) ..................... 26

STX T Print Quality Label......................................................................... 27

STX t Test DRAM Memory Module......................................................... 27

STX U Label Format String Replacement Field........................................ 28

STX V Software Switch Settings .............................................................. 29

STX v Request Firmware Version............................................................ 30

STX W Request Memory Module Information ........................................... 31

STX w Test Flash Memory Module........................................................... 32

STX X Set Default Module........................................................................ 32

STX x Delete File from Module ................................................................ 33

STX Y Output Sensor Values................................................................... 34

STX y Select Font Symbol Set................................................................. 34

STX Z Print Configuration Label............................................................... 35

STX z Pack Module ................................................................................. 35

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Extended System-Level Command Functions ......................................................... 37

Introduction......................................................................................................... 37

STX K Memory Configuration (Non-Display Models only)........................ 37

STX K}E Empty Sensor Calibration (Non-Display Models only)................... 38

STX K}M Manual Media Calibration (Non-Display Models only)................... 38

STX K}Q Quick Media Calibration (Non-Display Models only) ..................... 39

STX KaR Read Data from RFID Tag ............................................................ 39

STX KaW Write Data to RFID Tag (Direct Mode – Generic Read/Write

Interface)....................................................................................... 40

STX Kb Backfeed Time Delay.................................................................... 40

STX KC Get Configuration.......................................................................... 41

STX Kc Configuration Set .......................................................................... 42

STX KD Database Configuration (Non-Display Models only)...................... 90

STX Kd Set File as Factory Default............................................................ 91

STX KE Character Encoding ...................................................................... 91

STX KF Select Factory Defaults (Display-Equipped and EX2 only) .......... 93

STX Kf Set Present Distance .................................................................... 93

STX KJ Assign Communication Port (MCL Command) ............................ 94

STX KI GPIO Input .................................................................................... 94

STX Kn NIC Reset ..................................................................................... 95

STX KO GPIO Output ................................................................................. 95

STX Kp Module Protection ......................................................................... 96

STX KQ Query Memory Configuration ........................................................ 97

STX Kq Query Memory Configuration (Display-Equipped Models only)..... 99

STX KR Reset Memory Configuration ........................................................ 99

STX Kr Resettable Counter Reset........................................................... 100

STX KS Memory Configuration, Scalable Font Cache.............................. 100

STX KtA Write Application Family Identifier (AFI) to Tag (Direct Mode – HF

[13.56 MHz] ISO15693 Tag Interface) ........................................ 100

STX KtD Write Data Storage Format Identifier (DSFID) to Tag (Direct Mode

– HF [13.56 MHz] ISO15693 Tag Interface)................................ 101

STX KtE Write Electronic Article Surveillance (EAS) Bit............................ 101

STX KtH Read and Feedback Tag Information to Host ............................. 102

STX KtR Read Data from RFID Tag .......................................................... 102

STX KtU Read Unique Serial Number from RFID Tag............................... 103

STX KtW Write Data to RFID Tag............................................................... 104

STX KuB Read Data from Gen2 Tag Section ............................................. 105

STX KuF Send RFID Device Firmware Version ......................................... 105

STX KuJ Write Data to Gen 2 Tag Section ................................................ 105

STX KuR Read Data from RFID Tag .......................................................... 106

STX KuW Write Data to RFID Tag............................................................... 107

STX KV Verifier Enable/Disable................................................................ 107

STX KW Memory Configuration, Printable Label Width............................. 107

STX Kx Delete Configuration File............................................................. 108

STX KZ Immediately Set Parameter......................................................... 108

Label Formatting Command Functions................................................................... 109

Introduction....................................................................................................... 109

: Set Cut By Amount...................................................................... 109

A Set Format Attribute.................................................................... 110

B Bar Code Magnification............................................................... 111

C Set Column Offset Amount ......................................................... 111

c Set Cut By Amount...................................................................... 112

D Set Dot Size Width and Height.................................................... 112

E Terminate Label Formatting Mode and Print Label ..................... 113

e Recall Printer Configuration ........................................................ 113

F Advanced Format Attributes........................................................ 113

f Set Present Speed...................................................................... 114

G Place Data in Global Register ..................................................... 114

H Enter Heat Setting....................................................................... 115

J Justification ................................................................................. 115

M Select Mirror Mode...................................................................... 116

m Set Metric Mode.......................................................................... 116

n Set Inch (Imperial) Mode............................................................. 116

P Set Print Speed........................................................................... 117

p Set Backfeed Speed ................................................................... 117

Q Set Quantity of Labels to Print .................................................... 118

R Set Row Offset Amount............................................................... 118

r Recall Stored Label Format ........................................................ 119

S Set Feed Speed .......................................................................... 119

s Store Label Format in Module..................................................... 120

T Set Field Data Line Terminator ................................................... 120

U Mark Previous Field as a String Replacement Field.................... 121

X Terminate Label Formatting Mode .............................................. 121

y Select Font Symbol Set............................................................... 122

z Zero (Ø) Conversion to “0” .......................................................... 122

+ (>)(() Make Last Field Entered Increment Numeric (Alphanumeric)

(Hexadecimal)............................................................................. 123

– (<)()) Make Last Field Entered Decrement Numeric (Alphanumeric)

(Hexadecimal)............................................................................. 124

^ Set Count By Amount.................................................................. 125

Special Label Formatting Command Functions................................................ 125

STX S Recall Global Data and Place in Field .............................. 126

STX T Print Time and Date ......................................................... 126

Font Loading Command Functions......................................................................... 129

Introduction....................................................................................................... 129

*c###D Assign Font ID Number............................................................... 129

)s###W Font Descriptor............................................................................ 129

*c###E Character Code........................................................................... 130

(s#W Character Download Data........................................................... 130

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Generating Label Formats........................................................................................ 131

Introduction....................................................................................................... 131

Format Record Commands .............................................................................. 131

Generating Records ......................................................................................... 132

The Structure of a Record ................................................................................ 132

Record Structure Types.................................................................................... 136

Internal Bit-Mapped Fonts...................................................................... 136

Smooth Font, Font Modules, and Downloaded Bit-Mapped Fonts......... 136

Scalable Fonts ....................................................................................... 137

Bar Codes.............................................................................................. 138

Images................................................................................................... 139

Graphics ................................................................................................ 139

Lines and Boxes.......................................................................... 139

Polygons ..................................................................................... 140

Circles ......................................................................................... 141

Fill Patterns ................................................................................. 141

Advanced Format Attributes........................................................ 143

Appendix A ................................................................................................................ 147

ASCII Control Chart.......................................................................................... 147

Appendix B ................................................................................................................ 149

Sample Programs............................................................................................. 149

VB Application to Send RAW Data via a Windows Printer Driver..................... 154

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Appendix C ................................................................................................................ 159

Available Fonts – Sizes, References, and Samples ......................................... 159

Appendix D ................................................................................................................ 165

Reset Codes..................................................................................................... 165

Appendix E ................................................................................................................ 167

Single Byte Symbol Sets .................................................................................. 167

Appendix F................................................................................................................. 177

Bar Code Summary Data ................................................................................. 177

Bar Code Default Widths and Heights .............................................................. 179

Appendix G ................................................................................................................ 181

Bar Code Details .............................................................................................. 181

Appendix H ................................................................................................................ 221

Single and Double Byte Character Font Mapping............................................. 221

Appendix I.................................................................................................................. 223

Symbol Sets and Character Maps.................................................................... 223

Symbol Set Selection ....................................................................................... 223

Double-Byte Symbols, Chinese, Kanji, and Korean.......................................... 225

Appendix J................................................................................................................. 227

General Purpose Input Output (GPIO) Port Applications.................................. 227

M-Class GPIO .................................................................................................. 227

I & W-Class GPIO............................................................................................. 229

Applicator Interface Card (Version 1) ............................................................... 230

Applicator Interface Card (Version 2) ............................................................... 233

Appendix K ................................................................................................................ 239

Resolutions; Field, Row, Column, & Character Values; Module IDs and

Allocations ........................................................................................................ 239

Appendix L................................................................................................................. 243

Speed Ranges.................................................................................................. 243

Appendix M................................................................................................................ 245

Commands by Function.................................................................................... 245

Appendix N ................................................................................................................ 247

Class Series DPL Constraint Cross-Reference ................................................ 247

Appendix O ................................................................................................................ 253

Image Loading.................................................................................................. 253

Appendix P ................................................................................................................ 255

UPC-A and EAN-13: Variable Price/Weight Bar Codes.................................... 255

Appendix Q ................................................................................................................ 257

International Language Print Capability (ILPC) Programming Examples ......... 257

Appendix R ................................................................................................................ 265

Plug and Play IDs............................................................................................. 265

Appendix S ................................................................................................................ 267

Line Mode......................................................................................................... 267

Appendix T................................................................................................................. 271

RFID Overview ................................................................................................. 271

Appendix U ................................................................................................................ 277

WiFi Region Country Codes ............................................................................. 277

Appendix V ................................................................................................................ 281

Bar Code Symbology Information Resources................................................... 281

Glossary..................................................................................................................... 283

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Overview

Who Should Use This Manual

This manual is intended for programmers who wish to create their own label production software.

The Scope of this Manual

This manual, arranged alphabetically by command, explains Datamax Programming Language (DPL) and its related uses in the writing, loading and storing of programs for the control and production of label formats (designs) for the following printers at the listed firmware versions:

Printers (all models, unless where otherwise noted) Applicable Firmware Version*

A-Class 10.065

E-Class** 4.21

EX2 10.065

I-Class*** 8.03M2

H-Class 10.065

M-Class (M-4206, only) 5.08E

M1 & M2 11.00

M-Class (M-4206, only) 5.08E

M-Class 8.03M2

W-Class*** 8.03M2

*Firmware in RFID-equipped printers must be at version 08.043 or greater; see Note 1, below. **For information regarding the E-3202 printer, see Note 2, below. ***Standard firmware version shown, while option-specific version numbers may differ.

Model distinctions, including configurations (i.e., Display-Equipped or Non-Display Models) and equipped types (e.g., GPIO-1, graphics display, RFID, etc.), will be indicated in this text to differentiate command compatibility. The appendices of this manual also contain details that cannot be ignored. The use of any command will require checking for possible exclusionary conditions.

 Notes: (1) See the <STX>KC command for information regarding attainment of the printer’s firmware version;

and then, if necessary, upgrade that firmware. Upgrades are available at ftp://ftp.datamaxcorp.com/.

(2) Programming information for the S-Class and the Datamax legacy printers (Prodigy, DMX400, etc.) can be found in the DPL Programmer’s Manual (part number 88-2051-01). Programming information for the E-3202 can be found in E-3202 Programmer’s Manual (part number 88-2257-01). Both manuals can be downloaded from our web site at http://www.datamaxcorp.com/.

(3) References to “Menu Settings” refer either to the printer’s internal set-up menu, or to the printer’s menu driven display system; please consult to the appropriate printer Operator’s Manual for details.

(4) For backward compatibility purposes, the Class Series printers covered in this manual will ignore commands that are no longer processed; Appendix N lists these commands.

(5) When updating firmware for E-Class version 4.10 and higher the printer must be in DPL Mode, not LINE mode, prior to sending the *.dlf file. See Appendix S for details.

(6) Where applicable, printer responses to a host device will depend upon the communication port, port settings, and cabling.

Class Series Programmer’s Manual 1

Overview

This manual contains the following chapters and appendices:

 OVERVIEW on page 1

Contents, organization, and conventions used in this manual; also includes a typical data flow sequence for the printer.

 CONTROL CODE COMMAND FUNCTIONS on page 7

Description of the attention-getter characters necessary for the printer to receive a command sequence, and available alternate characters and line terminators.

 IMMEDIATE COMMAND FUNCTIONS on page 9

Description of the commands, listed alphabetically, that perform status queries and printer control commands.

 SYSTEM-LEVEL COMMAND FUNCTIONS on page 15

Description of the commands, listed alphabetically, that control the printer and allow scalable font and image downloads.

 EXTENDED SYSTEM-LEVEL COMMAND FUNCTIONS on page 37

Description of the commands (listed alphabetically) that control the printer.

 LABEL FORMATTING COMMAND FUNCTIONS on page 109

Description of commands, listed alphabetically, that control the position of text and images on the media, print or store, and end the formatting process.

 FONT LOADING COMMAND FUNCTIONS on page 129

Description of commands, listed alphabetically, used when downloading font data in PCL-4 compatible bit-maps.

 GENERATING LABEL FORMATS on page 131

Description of the structure of records, the different types, and their use in generating label formats.

 APPENDICES A THROUGH V on pages 147 through 281

These contain details that cannot be ignored including various tables, programming examples, printer default values, and bar code symbology details. See the Table of Contents for specific content information.

 GLOSSARY on page 283

Definitions of words, abbreviations, and acronyms used in this manual.

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Overview

General Conventions

These are some of the conventions followed in this manual:

 On the header of each page, the name of the chapter.

 On the footer of each page, the page number and the title of the manual.

 Names of other manuals referenced are in Italics.

 Notes are added to bring your attention to important considerations, tips or helpful suggestions.

 Boldface is also used to bring your attention to important information.

 This manual refers to IBM-PC based keyboard command characters for access to the ASCII

character set. Systems based on different formats (e.g., Apple’s Macintosh) should use the appropriate keyboard command to access the desired ASCII character. See Appendix A for the ASCII character set.

Computer Entry and Display Conventions

Command syntax and samples are formatted as follows:

 The Courier font in boldface indicates the DPL command syntax, and Italics are used to indicate

the command syntax parameters.

 Regular Courier font indicates sample commands, files and printer responses.

 Square brackets ([ ]) indicate that the item is optional.

 <CR> is used to identify the line termination character. Other strings placed between < > in this

manual represent the character of the same ASCII name, and are single-byte hexadecimal values (e.g., <STX>, <CR>, and <0x0D> equal 02, 0D, and 0D, respectively).

 Hexadecimal values are often displayed in ‘C’ programming language conventions (e.g., 0x02 =

02 hex, 0x41 = 41 hex, etc.)

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Overview

Typical Data Flow Sequence

The typical data flow sequence is summarized in the following bullets and detailed in the table below. Printer Commands data is transmitted to the printer as shown in the table from left to right, top to bottom.

 Status commands

 Configuration commands

 Download commands

 Label format

 Status commands

 Label reprint commands

 Memory cleanup

Printer Commands Description Notes

<SOH>A

<STX>WG

<STX>O220 <STX>n <STX>V0

<SOH>D <STX>IApImagename<CR>image data...data <CR>

<STX>L D11

131100000500050Typical text field 01

Q0001 E

<SOH>A

<STX>U01new data for field 01 <STX>E0005 <STX>G

“Status” commands: Get Status, Request Memory Module Storage Information…

“Configuration” commands, download image…

“Download” commands, image, fonts…

Begin label

Label Header record

Label Formatting Data record – Object type, orientation, position, data

Label Quantity

Label Terminate record

Status command

Reprint with New Data Records

Optional, bi-directional communication required for these commands.

See <STX>Kc to reduce configuration commands transferred

RAM (temporary) or Flash (semi-permanent) memory

Existing label formats may be recalled. Label header records are not required

Optional, bi-directional communication required for these commands.

Used for fast re-prints

<STX>xImagename<CR> <STX>zA

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Memory cleanup

Typically used for temporary storage

Overview

Commands are available for retrieving stored label formats, updating data, and adding new data. These techniques are used for increasing throughput. See <STX>G, Label Recall Command ‘r’, and Label Save Command ‘s’.

Typical commands used in the various stages shown above are listed in the tables that follow.

Configuration Commands

The following table lists some commands useful in controlling printer configuration. These

commands are generally effective only for the current power-up session; toggling power restores the

default configuration. See <STX>Kc for changes to the default power-up configuration. Changing the

default power-up configuration and saving objects in printer Flash memory can reduce the data

transmitted for each label and therefore improve throughput.

Configuration

Command

<STX>A

<STX>d

<STX>c

<STX>e

<STX>Kf

<STX>Kc

<STX>F

<STX>M

<STX>m

Name Function

Set Date and Time Set Date and Time

Set Double Buffer Mode

Set Continuous Paper Length

Set Edge Sensor Setup for gap or registration hole type stock

Set Present Distance

Configuration Set Determines default power-up configuration

Send Form Feed Sets the stop position of the printed label

Set Maximum Label Length

Set to Metric Mode

Force generation of multiple memory copies of label format; usually not used

Must be 0000 for gap media; not used for reflective media

Determines label stop position, head relative. <STX>f edge sensor relative equivalent command, older models

Length to search for next gap or reflective mark; not used with continuous media

Subsequent measurements interpreted in metric (most units mm/10). Label equivalent command can be used

<STX>n

<STX>O

<STX>S

<STX>V

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Set to Inch Mode

Set Start of Print Position

Set Feed Rate Blank label movement speed

Software Switch Enable optional hardware, cutter, present sensor

Subsequent measurements interpreted in inches, most units in/100, Label equivalent command can be used

Effect is not on label immediately following command since media position is at Start of Print between labels; <STX>K default position relative  64 in/100 maximum deviation

Download Commands

Overview

Download

Command

<STX>I <STX>i

<ESC>

Download Image Download Image to selected memory module

Download Scalable Font Download Scalable Font to selected memory module

Download Bitmapped Font Download Bitmapped Font to selected memory module

Name Function

Label Header Commands

These commands determine how the label formatting occurs, effect print quality and quantity. They

are typically issued immediately following the <STX>L start of the label format. The Format

Attribute (A) and the Offset (C, R) commands can be changed at any point between format records to

achieve desired effects.

Label Header

Command

Set Format Attribute

Name

C D H M P P Q R S

Column Offset

Set Width and Dot Size

Set Heat Setting

Set Mirror Mode

Set Print Speed

Set Backup Speed

Set Quantity

Set Row Offset

Set Feed Speed

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Control Code Command Functions

Introduction

The printer requires a special “attention-getter” character in order to receive a command sequence, informing the printer that it is about to receive a command and the type of command it will be. Control Commands, System-Level Commands, and Font Loading Commands have their own unique attentiongetter, followed by a command character that directs printer action.

Attention-Getters

The attention-getters (e.g., “SOH”) are standard ASCII control labels that represent a one character control code (i.e., ^A or Ctrl A). Appendix A contains the entire ASCII Control Code Chart.

Attention-Getter ASCII Character Decimal Value HEX Value

Immediate Commands System-Level Commands Font Loading Commands

SOH 1 01 STX 2 02 ESC 27 1B

Table 2-1: Control Code Listings

Alternate Control Code Modes

For systems unable to transmit certain control codes, Alternate Control Code Modes are available. Configuring the printer to operate in an Alternate Control Code Mode (selected via the Setup Menu, the <STX>Kc command or, where applicable, the <STX>KD command) requires the substitution of Standard Control Characters with Alternate Control Characters in what is otherwise a normal data stream.

Control Character Standard Alternate Alternate 2 Custom Command Type

SOH 0x01 0x5E 0x5E STX 0x02 0x7E 0x7E

CR 0x0D 0x0D 0x7C

ESC 0x1B 0x1B 0x1B

“Count By”

[1]

See Label Formatting Commands, ^ set count by amount.

[1]

0x5E 0x40 0x40

Table 2-2: Alternate Control Code Listings

User Defined Control User Defined System User Defined Line Termination User Defined Font Loading User Defined Label Formatting

 Note: Throughout this manual <SOH>, <STX>, <CR>, <ESC>, and ^, will be used to indicate the control codes.

The actual values will depend on whether standard or alternate control codes are enabled for the particular application.

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Control Code Command Functions

Alternate Line Terminator Example

Alternate Control Codes provide for substitution of the line terminator, as well as the control characters listed above. For example using Alternate 2, the line terminator <CR> (0x0D) is replaced by | (0x7C). The following is a sample label format data stream for a printer configured for Alternate-2 Control Codes:

~L|1911A10001000101234560|X|~UT01ABCDE|~G|

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Immediate Command Functions

Introduction

When the printer receives an Immediate Command, its current operation will be momentarily interrupted to respond to the command. Immediate Commands may be issued before or after System-Level commands; however, they may not be issued among Label Formatting Commands or during font or image downloading. Immediate Commands consist of:

1. Attention-Getter, 0x01 or 0x5E, see Control Codes.

2. Command Character

SOH # Reset

This command resets the printer. Resetting the printer returns all settings to default and clears both the communications and printing buffers. The command also clears DRAM memory.

Syntax:

Printer Response: The printer will reset.

<SOH>#

<XON> T (The T may come before the <XON>)

SOH * Reset

(Display-Equipped Models only)

This command forces a soft reset of the microprocessor, resetting the printer, returning all factory default values, and clearing the communication and print buffers.

Syntax:

Printer Response: The printer will reset.

<SOH>*

<XON> R (The R may come before the <XON>)

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Immediate Command Functions

SOH A Send ASCII Status String

This command allows the host computer to check the current printer status. The printer returns a string of eight characters, followed by a carriage return. Each character (see below) indicates an associated condition, either true (Y) or false (N). Byte 1 is transmitted first. See <SOH>F.

Syntax:

Sample:

Printer Response:

<SOH>A

abcdefgh<CR>

Where:

Possible Values Interpretation Byte Transmit Sequence

a - Y/N Y = Interpreter busy (imaging) 1 b - Y/N Y = Paper out or fault 2 c - Y/N Y = Ribbon out or fault 3 d - Y/N Y = Printing batch 4 e - Y/N Y = Busy printing 5

f - Y/N Y = Printer paused 6 g - Y/N Y = Label presented 7 h - N N = Always No 8

Table 3-1: ASCII Status Bytes

SOH a Send ASCII Extended Status String

This command allows the host computer to check an extended current printer status. The printer returns a string of seventeen characters, followed by a carriage return. Most characters (see below) indicate an associated condition, either true (Y) or false (N). Byte 1 is transmitted first. See <SOH>F.

Syntax:

Sample:

Printer Response:

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<SOH>a

abcdefgh:ijklmnop<CR>

Immediate Command Functions

Where:

Possible Values Interpretation Byte Transmit Sequence

a - Y/N Y = Interpreter busy (imaging) 1 b - Y/N Y = Paper out or fault 2 c - Y/N Y = Ribbon out or fault 3 d - Y/N Y = Printing batch 4 e - Y/N Y = Busy printing 5

f - Y/N Y = Printer paused 6 g - Y/N Y = Label presented 7 h - N N = Always No 8

- : : = Always : 9 i - Y/N Y = Cutter Fault 10 j - Y/N Y = Paper Out 11

k - Y/N Y = Ribbon Saver Fault 12

l - Y/N Y = Print Head Up 13

m - Y/N Y = Top of Form Fault 14

n - Y/N Y = Ribbon Low 15 o - Y/N Y = N (reserved for future) 16

p - Y/N Y = N (reserved for future) 17

Table 3-1: ASCII Status Bytes

SOH B Toggle Pause

This command toggles the printer’s paused state between on and off. (This is the same function achieved by pressing the PAUSE Key on the printer.)

Syntax:

Sample:

Printer Response: This command will illuminate the Paused/Stop Indicator and/or indicate

<SOH>B

PAUSED on the LCD or graphics display panel, suspend printing, and wait until one of the following occurs:

 The <SOH>B command is sent to the printer.  The PAUSE Key is pressed.

Upon which the printer will turn the Paused/Stop Indicator ‘Off’ and/or remove PAUSED from the LCD or graphics display panel, then resume operation from the point of interruption. (If the Receive Buffer is not full, an <XON> character will be transmitted from the printer.)

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Immediate Command Functions

SOH C Stop/Cancel

This command performs the same function as pressing the STOP/CANCEL Key on the printer. This function clears the current format from the print buffer, pauses the printer, and illuminates the Paused/Stop Indicator. (The pause condition is terminated as described under <SOH>B.)

Syntax:

Sample:

<SOH>C

Printer Response: This command will clear the print buffer, pause the printer, illuminate the

Paused/Stop Indicator and/or indicate PAUSED on the LCD or graphics display panel, suspend printing, and wait until one of the following occurs:

 The <SOH>B command is sent to the printer; or  The PAUSE Key is pressed.

Upon which the printer will turn the Paused/Stop Indicator ‘Off’ and/or remove PAUSED from the LCD or graphics display panel. (If the Receive Buffer is not full, an <XON> character will be transmitted from the printer.)

SOH D SOH Shutdown

(Non-Display Models only)

This commands the printer to ignore Immediate Commands (^A). The SOH shutdown command is required before loading images or fonts because some may contain data sequences that could be interpreted as Immediate Commands. After the SOH shutdown command is sent, Immediate Commands can be turned back on by sending a valid SOH command three times, separated by a one second delay between each command, or by manually resetting the printer. It is good practice to

check batch quantities (<SOH>E) to verify that the SOH commands are working.

Syntax:

Sample:

Printer Response:

<SOH>D

This printer will ignore Immediate Commands (^A) until a valid SOH command is received three times, separated by a one second delay between each command; or, until the printer is manually reset.

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SOH E Send Batch Remaining Quantity

This command causes the printer to return a four-digit number indicating the quantity of labels that remain to be printed in the current batch, followed by a carriage return. Communications latency may cause this value to be higher than actual on some printers.

Syntax:

Printer response:

Where:

<SOH>E

nnnn<CR>

nnnn

- Are four decimal digits, 0-9999.

SOH e Send Batch Printed Quantity

This command causes the printer to return a four-digit number indicating the quantity of labels that have been printed in the current batch, followed by a carriage return. Communications latency may cause this value to be lower than actual on some printers.

Syntax:

Printer response:

Where:

<SOH>e

nnnn<CR>

nnnn

- Are four decimal digits, 0-9999.

SOH F Send Status Byte

This command instructs the printer to send a single status byte where each bit (1 or 0) represents one of the printer’s status flags, followed by a carriage return (see below). If an option is unavailable for the printer, the single bit will always be zero. See <SOH>A.

Syntax:

Printer response format:

<SOH>F

X<CR>

Where ‘X’ is 0 through 0xef with bits as indicated in the ‘Condition’ column below:

[1]

Bit

Value Condition

8 0 Always zero 7 1 or 0 Label presented 6 1 or 0 Printer paused 5 1 or 0 Busy printing 4 1 or 0 Printing batch 3 1 or 0 Ribbon out or Fault 2 1 or 0 Paper out or Fault 1 1 or 0 Command interpreter busy (imaging)

[1]

One is the least significant bit.

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System-Level Command Functions

Introduction

The most commonly used commands are the System-Level Commands. These are used to load and store graphics information, in addition to printer control. System-Level Commands are used to override default parameter values (fixed and selectable) and may be used before or after Immediate Commands but cannot be issued among Label Formatting Commands. System-Level Commands consist of:

1. Attention-Getter, 0x02 or 0x7E, see Control Codes.

2. Command Character

3. Parameters (if any).

STX A Set Time and Date

This command sets the time and date. The initial setting of the date will be stored in the printer’s internal inch counter. This date can be verified by printing a Configuration Label.

Syntax:

<STX>AwmmddyyyyhhMMjjj

Where:

w mm dd

yyyy

hh MM

jjj

Sample:

Printed response:

 Notes: (1) When set to 000, the Julian date is automatically calculated; otherwise, the Julian date will print

as that entered number, without daily increments. If factory defaults are restored the actual Julian date will also be restored.

(2) Printers without the Real Time Clock option lose the set time/date when power is removed. (3) Response format is variable; see the Special Label Formatting Command <STX>T.

1 digit for day of week; 1 = Monday; 7 = Sunday 2 digits for month 2 digits for day 4 digits for year 2 digits for hour in 24 hour format 2 digits for minutes 3 digits for Julian date (numerical day of the year) / constant; see notes below.

<STX>A1020319960855034

Mon. Feb 3, 1996, 8:55AM, 034

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STX a Enable Feedback Characters

This command enables the feedback ASCII hex characters to be returned from the printer following specific events after each completed batch of labels when using serial communications. The default value is ‘Off’.

Syntax:

<STX>a

Printer response: Event dependent. (Also, see Appendix D for error codes.)

Where:

Event Return Characters

Invalid character

Label printed

0x07 ( BEL )

0x1E ( RS )

End of batch 0x1F ( US )

STX B Get Printer Time and Date Information

This command instructs the printer to retrieve its internal time and date information. Syntax:

<STX>B

Sample:

Printer response format:

<STX>B

wmmddyyyyhhMMjjj<CR>

Where:

w mm dd

yyyy

hh MM

jjj

* See <STX>A for details and restrictions.

Printer response sample:

1 digit for day of week; 1 = Monday 2 digits for month 2 digits for day 4 digits for year 2 digits for hour in 24 hour format 2 digits for minutes 3 digits for Julian date / constant*

1020319960855034<CR>

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STX c Set Continuous Paper Length

This command sets the label size for applications using continuous media. It disables the top-of-form function performed by the Media Sensor. The sensor, however, continues to monitor paper-out conditions. See <STX>M.

Syntax:

Where:

<STX>cnnnn

nnnn

- Specifies the length of the media feed for each label format, in

inches/100 or millimeters/10 (see <STX>m).

Sample:

<STX>c0100

This sample sets a label length of 100, which equals 1.00 inch (assuming Imperial Mode is selected).

 Note: This command must be reset to zero for edge or reflective sensing operation.

STX d Set Double Buffer Mode

(Non-Display Models only)

This command, available for backward compatibility, enables double buffer mode. When printing labels with incrementing, decrementing and replacement fields (see note below) the printer will only erase and format those fields, leaving the rest of the label format untouched, and thus increasing throughput. This command is only active if the labels being printed are less than half the maximum size of the print buffer (see <STX>S).

Syntax:

 Notes: (1) This command is generally not used because fast formatting is the normal operating mode when

the number of variable print fields (Label Formatting commands +, -, <, >, u) is less than or equal to 1/3 of the print field count total. In this case, the command will force fast formatting even when the proportion of variable print fields is greater than 1/3 the total.

(2) The maximum label size is unaffected by this command.

(3) The <STX>s command restores normal (fast) formatting.

<STX>d

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STX E Set Quantity For Stored Label

This command sets the number of labels for printing using the format currently in the print buffer. (The printer automatically stores the most recent format received in the buffer until the printer is reset or power is removed.) When used in conjunction with the <STX>G command, this will print the labels.

Syntax:

Where:

Sample:

<STX>Ennnn

nnnn

- A four-digit quantity, including leading zeros.

<STX>E0025 <STX>G

Printer response: 25 labels of the current format in memory will be printed.

 Notes: (1) This command may be issued prior to a label format without a specified quantity, Qnnnnn.

Also, if a <CR> terminates the command, a five-digit quantity (nnnnn) can be entered.

(2) All models, except E-Class – Specifying 9999 as the four-digit quantity causes continuous printing.

STX e Select Edge Sensor

This command enables transmissive (see-through) sensing for top-of-form detection of die-cut, and holed (or notched) media. This Media Sensor will detect a minimum gap of 0.1 inches (2.5 mm) between labels (see the Operator’s Manual for media requirements). Use the <STX>O command to adjust the print position. This is the printer default setting at power-up or reset.

Syntax:

 Note: This command is ignored when <STX>cnnnn is issued with a non-zero value for nnnn.

<STX>e

STX F Form Feed

This commands the printer to form feed to the next start of print.

Syntax:

Printer response: The printer will form feed.

 Note: Following a reset, if the length of the first label fed is less than the label offset value (defined by

the <STX>O command) the printer will advance past that label until a top-of-form is detected, or until the offset is reached.

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System-Level Command Functions

STX f Set Form Stop Position (Backfeed Command)

This sets the stop position of the printed label, allowing the label to stop at a point past the start-ofprint position. When the next label format is sent, the printer motor reverses direction to retract the media to the start-of-print position. If quantities of more than one label are requested, the printer will operate without backfeeding. A backfeed will then only occur when printing has stopped for a few seconds.

Non-Display Models: The printer Option Control must be set (via the menu) to ‘Host’ for this command to have effect.

Display-Equipped Models: This command is not honored, see <STX>Kf and <STX>Kc.

Syntax:

Where:

<STX>fnnn

nnn

- Is a three-digit distance from the Media Sensor, in inches/100 or mm/10. This distance is independent of the start-of-print position (<STX>O), yet it must be greater than the start-of-print position to take effect.

Sample:

<STX>f230

The sample sets a stop position distance of 230 (2.3 inches from the Media Sensor’s eye).

STX G Print Last Label Format

This command prints a previously formatted label and restarts a canceled batch job following the last processed label. This is used when there is a label format in the buffer. The <STX>E command is used to enter the quantity. (If the <STX>E command is not used only one label will print.)

Syntax:

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System-Level Command Functions

STX I Input Image Data

This command must precede image downloading from a host computer to the printer. The data that

immediately follows the command string will be image data. If any of the 8-bit input formats are to be used, it is necessary to disable the Immediate Command interpreter by executing an <SOH>D command before issuing the <STX>I command. See Appendix O for more information. To print an image, see Generating Label Formats.

A-Class (and H–Class models with a large display): A “ready mode” logo image can be input using this command. The image must be stored on a Flash module. The image name must be “logolab” (lowercase only) in the following DPL command. Also, printer power must be cycled for the new image to appear. The available display area is 312 pixels wide by 94 pixels high. Images larger than this specified width or height will be clipped along the right and/or bottom edges.

 Note: The native format for storing downloaded PCX and BMP images is RLE-2, which results in a better

compression ratio for less module space usage when downloading gray-scale images and images with large black or white areas.

Syntax:

Where:

<STX>Iabfnn…n<CR>data

- Memory Module Bank Select (see Appendix K).

- Data Type (optional), A or omit.

b Value:

omitted 00-FF, (8 bit)

nn…n

- Format Designator

f Designator: Format Type:

F B

b I i P p

- Up to 16 characters used as an image name.

Image Data Value Range:

ASCII Characters 0-9, A-F, (7 bit)

7-bit Datamax image load file

.BMP 8-bit format (image flipped), black and

white (B&W)

.BMP 8-bit format (image as received), B&W

.IMG 8-bit format (image flipped), B&W

.IMG 8-bit format (image as received), B&W

.PCX 8-bit format (image flipped), B&W

.PCX 8-bit format (image as received), B&W

<CR>

data

Sample:

<SOH>D <STX>IDpTest <CR> data...data <CR>

The sample instructs the printer to (1) receive an 8-bit PCX image sent by the host in an 8-bit data format, (2) name the image ‘Test’, and (3) store it in memory module D (with a .dim file extension).

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- 0x0d terminates the name.

- Image data

System-Level Command Functions

STX i Scalable Font Downloading

The command structure for downloading TrueType (.TTF) scalable fonts (font files may be singlebyte or double-byte character systems) is as follows

Syntax:

Where:

Sample:

This sample downloads a TrueType font to module ‘D,’ and assigns it the Font ID of 52 with the name “Tree Frog” and file extension .dtt. The size of the font data is 0x87C2 bytes long.

<STX>imtnnName<CR>xx…xdata…

Name

<CR>

xx…x

data

<STX>iDT52Tree Frog<CR>000087C2data...

- Memory Module Designator to save this font to; see Appendix K.

Type of scalable font being downloaded:

T = TrueType

Two-digit font reference ID. Valid range is 50-99, 9A-9Z, 9a-9z,

(base 62 numbers).

The title, up to 16 characters, for this font.

0x0d terminates the Name.

Eight-digit size of the font data, number of bytes, hexadecimal,

padded with leading zeros.

The scalable font data.

STX J Set Pause for Each Label

This command causes the printer to pause after printing each label. It is intended for use with the peel mechanism or tear bar when the Present Sensor option is not installed. After removing the printed label, the PAUSE Key must be pushed in order to print the next label. (The printer must be reset to clear the <STX>J command.)

Syntax:

<STX>J

STX K Extended System-Level Commands

This is an expansion of the System-Level Command structure. See Extended System-Level Commands for more information.

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STX k Test RS-232 Port

This command instructs the printer to transmit the Y character from the printer’s RS-232 port. (Failure to receive Y could indicate an interfacing problem.)

Syntax:

Printer response:

<STX>k

STX L Enter Label Formatting Command Mode

This command switches the printer to the Label Formatting Command Mode. Once in this mode, the printer expects to receive Record Structures and Label Formatting Commands. Immediate, SystemLevel, and Font Loading commands will be ignored until the label formatting mode is terminated with E, s, or X, (see Label Formatting Commands for additional information).

Syntax:

<STX>L

STX M Set Maximum Label Length

This command instructs the printer move media this distance in search of the top-of-form (label edge, notch, black mark, etc.) before declaring a paper fault. A paper fault condition can occur if this setting is too close (within 0.1 inch [2.54 mm]) to the physical length of the label. Therefore, it is a good practice to set this command to 2.5 to 3 times the actual label length used. The minimum value should be at least 5” (127 mm).

Syntax:

Where:

Sample:

The sample sets a maximum travel distance of 5 inches (unless the printer is in metric mode, see <STX>m).

<STX>Mnnnn

nnnn

<STX>M0500

- Is a four-digit length, 0000-9999, in/100 or mm/10. Maximum

setting is 9999 (99.99 inches or 2540 mm). The default setting is 16 inches/ 406.4 mm

STX m Set Printer to Metric Mode

This command sets the printer to interpret measurements as metric values (e.g., <STX>c0100 will equal 10.0 mm). The default is Imperial (see <STX>n).

Syntax:

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System-Level Command Functions

STX n Set Printer to Imperial Mode

This command sets the printer to interpret measurements as inch values (e.g., <STX>c0100 will equal 1.00 inch). The printer defaults to this mode.

Syntax:

<STX>n

STX O Set Start of Print (SOP) Position

This command sets the point to begin printing relative to the top-of-form (the label’s edge as detected by the Media Sensor). The printer will feed from the top-of-form to the value specified in this command to begin printing.

This value operates independently of the <STX>f command.

Non-Display Models: The printer Options Control must be set (via the menu) to ‘Host’ for this command to have effect.

Display-Equipped Models: If SOP Emulation is set to ‘enabled’ (via the menu), this command sets the point where printing starts, emulating the selected legacy printer’s distance, as measured between the media sensor and the print head burn line. In addition, regardless of the SOP Emulation setting, the start of print position can be fine-tuned via the menu: Menu Mode / Print Control / Custom Adjustments / Row Adjust.

Syntax:

<STX>Onnnn

Where:

nnnn

- Is a four-digit offset value in inches/100 or mm/10. The “zero” setting is the default value, and settings below 50 are adjusted back to the default value.

Non-Display Models: the default setting is 0220 in Imperial Mode (0559 in Metric Mode).

Display-Equipped Models: the default setting is ‘Off’ and the printer assumes the natural start of print position.

Sample (non-display

<STX>O0300

models):

The above sample sets a start of print position of 3.0 inches (unless in Metric Mode, see <STX>m).

Sample (display-

<STX>O0210

equipped models):

The above sample will begin printing 0.1 inch closer to the leading edge of the label if the 220 (Allegro) SOP Emulation was selected, or 1.0 inch farther away from the leading edge if 110 (ProdPlus) SOP Emulation was selected.

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STX o Cycle Cutter

This command will cause the optional cutter mechanism to immediately perform a cut after all previously received commands are executed. The cutter must be installed, enabled and the interlock(s) closed for operation.

Syntax:

<STX>o

STX P Set Hex Dump Mode

This command instructs the printer to assume Hex Dump Mode. Instead of a formatted product, data sent to the printer following this command will be printed in the raw ASCII format. To capture this data, labels must be at least four inches (102 mm) long and as wide as the maximum print width. This command has the same effect as turning the printer ‘On’ while pressing the FEED Key; however, no Configuration/Test Pattern label will be printed. To return to normal operation the printer must be manually reset.

Syntax:

<STX>P

STX p Controlled Pause

The controlled pause command will cause the printer to pause only after all previously received commands are executed. This is often useful between label batches. (This command will not clear the pause condition, see <SOH>B).

Syntax:

<STX>p

STX Q Clear All Modules

This command instructs the printer to clear all of the Flash and DRAM modules (see the Operator’s Manual of the corresponding printer for applicable module options). All stored data will be

destroyed.

Syntax:

<STX>Q

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STX q Clear Module

This command clears the selected Flash or DRAM module. If a module is corrupted during normal operations (identifiable when the printer responds with a ‘No Modules Available’ message to a <STX>W command), it must be cleared. All stored data will be destroyed.

Syntax:

Where:

Sample:

<STX>qa

<STX>qA

- Memory module designator, see Appendix K.

The sample clears memory module A.

 Notes: (1) If a module directory intermittently returns the message ‘No Modules Available’ or if data

continuously becomes corrupt with the write protect switch on, the module may be at the end of its service life. Before, however, concluding that a module is defective, cycle the printer’s power and test the module.

(2) E-Class models: Some Flash Memory Expansion options must have Write Enable jumpers installed to perform this command.

STX R Ribbon Saver On/Off

(Display-Equipped Models only)

This command enables the operation of the optional Ribbon Saver. It is the only command used to control the Ribbon Saver. Its operation is continuous when enabled. The printer must be set to thermal transfer (ribbon) printing mode then, during operation, the Ribbon Saver engages automatically, lifting when the minimum amount of label white space is exceeded.

Syntax:

Where:

Sample:

The sample will turn the ribbon saver on.

 Note: This command is ignored on units not equipped with the ribbon saver option.

<STX>Rx

<STX>RY

- Y - Enabled (Default = Menu selection.) N - Disabled

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STX r Select Reflective Sensor

This command enables reflective (black mark) sensing for top-of-form detection of rolled butt-cut, and fan-fold or tag stocks with reflective marks on the underside. This Media Sensor will detect a minimum mark of 0.1 inches (2.54 mm) between labels (see the Operator’s Manual for media requirements). The end of the black mark determines the top of form. Use the <STX>O command to adjust the print position.

Syntax:

Default setting: Edge sensing

<STX>r

STX S Set Feed Speed

This command controls the output rate of the media when the FEED Key is pressed.

Syntax:

Where:

<STX>Sn

- Is a letter value (see Appendix L).

STX s Set Single Buffer Mode

(Non-Display Models only)

This command, available for backward compatibility, instructs the printer to use single buffer operation. In single buffer mode, the printer will erase and format all fields. This, in turn, decreases printer throughput when incrementing, decrementing, or replacement fields are used (see Label Formatting Commands). See <STX>d.

Syntax:

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<STX>s

System-Level Command Functions

STX T Print Quality Label

This command instructs the printer to produce a Print Quality label, a format comprised of different patterns and bar codes useful in printer setup. (On display-equipped models, this is also one of the Quick Test formats.) To capture all printed information, use the labels as wide as the maximum print width (see Appendix K) and at least four inches (102 mm) long.

Syntax:

<STX>T

Printer response (dot

patterns may vary):

STX t Test DRAM Memory Module

This command tests the DRAM module. The printer returns a one-line message stating the module condition (no message is returned if a module is unavailable).

Syntax:

<STX>t

results

- Test results given as ‘Good’ or ‘Bad’.

Non-Display Models: The printer must be in Test Mode for the command to function. To enable the Test Mode see the <STX>KD command.

Printer response format:

Where:

axxxK results<CR>

xxx

-2 = Slot B

- Module size in Kbytes

Display-Equipped Models: The printer must have Feedback Characters enabled for this command to function. Feedback Characters can be enabled via the menu (see the Operator’s Manual for additional information).

Printer response format:

Where:

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Module A: xxxxK Module B: xxxxK Module D: xxxxK

xxxx

- Module size in Kbytes.

DRAM Testedresults<CR> DRAM Testedresults<CR> DRAM Tested results<CR>

System-Level Command Functions

STX U Label Format String Replacement Field

This command places new label data into format fields to build a label. Two options are available: Exact Length and Truncated Length.

To easily keep track of fields, place all of the fields to be updated with the command at the beginning of the label format. A maximum of 99 format fields can be updated. Fields are numbered consecutively 01 to 99 in the order received.

Exact Length Replacement Field Functions – The new data string must equal the original string length and contain valid data. When the dynamic data is shorter than the length of the originally defined data field, then field will be padded with blanks (or zero when the Format Record header specifies a numeric bar code).

Syntax:

Where:

Exact Length Sample:

<STX>Unnss…s<CR>

ss…s

- Is the format field number, 2 digits.

Is the new string data, followed by a <CR>

<STX>L 1A1100001000100DATA FIELD 1<CR> 161100001100110data field 2<CR> 161100001200120data field 3<CR> Q0001 E <STX>U01123<CR> <STX>U02New data F2<CR> <STX>E0002 <STX>G

The sample produces three labels. The first is formatted with the commands between <STX>L and E. The next two labels print with the replacement data contained in the <STX>U commands (see <STX>E and <STX>G). The bar code is the same length: 3 digits and nine spaces.

Truncated Length Replacement Field Functions – A variant of the <STX>U command includes the truncate option ‘T’, where dynamic data shorter than the originally defined field length will not be padded and the original maximum field length is maintained for subsequent replacements.

Syntax:

Where:

<STX>UTnnss…s<CR>

ss…s

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- Is the format field number, 2 digits.

- Truncate option

Is the new string data, followed by a <CR>

System-Level Command Functions

Truncated Sample:

<STX>L 1A1100001000100data field 1<CR> 161100001100110data field 2<CR> 161100001200120data field 3<CR> Q0001 E <STX>UT01123<CR> <STX>U02New data F2<CR> <STX>E0002 <STX>G

STX V Software Switch Settings

This command controls the printer options, where the appropriate value allows the option(s) to be ‘On’ or ‘Off.’ Each option has a corresponding bit whose value is ‘1’ when enabled. The tables below indicate the bit assignments and corresponding command value needed to enable the desired option(s).

Display-Equipped Models: Printer options are set by entering selections through the menu. The software setting command allows two of these option settings to be modified without returning to the menu.

Syntax:

Where:

<STX>Vn

- Is a single digit ASCII numeric value from 0-F. The value of n is used to override the power-up option settings. Reset or power-up returns the printer to the original settings.

Sample:

<STX>V5

The sample corresponds to setting Bits 0 and 2, creating a command value of 5. When applied, this enables the Present Sensor and Cutter options.

Bit Assignment Printer Option

0 Cutter 1N/A 2 Present Sensor 3N/A

Table 4-1: Software Switch Bit Assignment

Use the bit assignment table above to determine the command value n in the binary table below (e.g., the command value 5 sets the bits 0 and 2 to ‘1’).

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Command Values for Bits Assigned

Bit

n Value

3 2 1 0

00000 10001 40100 50101

Table 4-2: Software Switch Binary

STX v Request Firmware Version

This command causes the printer to send its version string (this data is the same as that printed on the configuration label). The version may be different from printer to printer.

Syntax:

Printer Response:

<STX>v

VER: 4308 – 06.06 07/09/2001 <CR>

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STX W Request Memory Module Information

This command requests a memory module directory listing. Results may vary depending on printer class, model, or firmware version.

Syntax:

Where:

Sample:

<STX>W[b][c]a

b c a

optional – list file size also

optional – list file extension also

Data type:

<STX>WF

Downloaded font Graphic (Image) Label format Configuration file Language file Plug-in Miscellaneous type file Resident fonts All types

Printer response (taken from an H-Class with a downloaded true type font on Module D):

MODULE: D<CR> S50 92244ttf50<CR> AVAILABLE BYTES: 945152<CR> MODULE: G<CR> AVAILABLE BYTES: 852480<CR> MODULE: X<CR> AVAILABLE BYTES: 852480<CR> MODULE: Y<CR> AVAILABLE BYTES: 852480<CR>

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STX w Test Flash Memory Module

This command tests the Flash memory module. The time for each test will vary from 20 to 120 seconds, depending upon the size of the module. All stored data will be destroyed. If no module is present, there will be no printer response.

Syntax:

Where:

Printer response format:

Where:

 Note: E-Class models: Some Flash Memory Expansion options must have Write Enable jumpers installed

to perform this command.

<STX>wa

- Module designator; see Appendix K.

Module A: xxxxK results

xxxx

results

- Module tested.

- Module size in kilobytes.

- Test results given as ‘Good’ or ‘Bad’.

STX X Set Default Module

This command, typically used prior to the loading of PCL-4 bit-mapped fonts (see Font Loading Commands), is designed to allow the user to select between modules when downloading information. The default module is one of the following:

1. The first alpha designator of the existing modules if item 2 has not occurred.

2. The module selected by this command.

Syntax:

Where:

Sample:

The sample sets ‘B’ as the default module.

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<STX>Xa

<STX>XB

- Module designator; See Appendix K.

System-Level Command Functions

STX x Delete File from Module

This command removes a specific file from the specified module. The file name is removed from the module directory and thus the file cannot be accessed. The actual storage space occupied by the file is not released. To reclaim deleted file storage space use <STX>z to pack module.

Syntax:

Where:

Sample:

<STX>xmtnn…n<CR>

nn…n

- Module designator; see Appendix K.

- The file type identification code:

= =

- The file to delete, where: Font (bitmapped), the three character font identifier; Font (scalable), the two character font identifier; Graphic name, up to sixteen alphanumeric characters; and, Label format name, up to sixteen alphanumeric characters.

Image file Label format file Downloaded bit-mapped font file Downloaded scalable font file Configuration file Language file Plug-in file Miscellaneous file type Unknown type – must use extension if applicable

This sample deletes a downloaded scalable font with ID 50 from module D.

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System-Level Command Functions

STX Y Output Sensor Values

This command causes a sensor value response. When <STX>Y is received, the printer will respond with the digitally converted values of the internal analog sensors (see below). To repeat the display of values, send the printer a ‘SPACE’ character (20 hexadecimal); or, send <ESC> to terminate this function.

Non-Display Models: The printer must be in Test Mode for the command to function. To enable the Test Mode see the <STX>KD command.

Display-Equipped Models: The printer must have Feedback Characters enabled for this command to function. (Feedback Mode [Characters] can be enabled via command or menu setting; see the <STX>KcFM command or the Operator’s Manual for additional information).

Syntax:

Printer response:

Where:

 Notes: • Equipped sensors may vary with printer, model, and options.

• Some readings require printer-controlled paper movement to produce a meaningful value.

• Media Sensor readings require the appropriate sensor selection, transmissive (

reflective (

<STX>Y

Thermistor ADC: 0048 Reflective ADC: 0000 Transmissive ADC: 0204 Paperout ADC: 0000 24 Volt ADC: 0217 Contrast ADC: 0093 TOF Adjust ADC: 0170 Ribbon ADC: 0125 Battery Level: Good <CR>

Paperout ADC: 0225 indicates paper is present;

0000 indicates paper is not present.

Battery level: Good indicates a sufficient battery charge;

Low indicates an insufficient charge.

<STX>e) or

<STX>r), and label stock in the Media Sensor.

STX y Select Font Symbol Set

This command selects the scalable font symbol set. The selected symbol set remains active until another symbol set is selected. See the <STX>KS command and Appendices E, I, and H for more information. Option dependant, and not all symbol sets can be used with all fonts.

Syntax:

Where:

<STX>ySxx

Sample:

<STX>ySPM

The sample selects the PC-850 multilingual set.

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- Byte-size designation; see Appendix H:

S = Single byte symbol sets.

U = Double byte symbol sets.

- Symbol set selection.

System-Level Command Functions

STX Z Print Configuration Label

This command causes the printer to produce a Database Configuration Label. To capture all printed information, use the labels as wide as the maximum print width (see Appendix K) and at least four inches (102 mm) long.

Syntax:

Printer response:

FRI SEPTEMBER 026, 1997 19:29 244

 Note: Printed information will vary according to printer, model, firmware version, and options.

<STX>Z

VER: E4304 - 04.06 08/24/01 BOOT 83-2329-04A CODE 83-2325-04F FONT 83-2337-01A CPLD 59-2157-01C

SYSTEM RAM CHECKS____ GOOD SYSTEM RAM SIZE___ 2016 KBYTES SYSTEM RAM AVAIL__ 1264 KBYTES REG POWER SUPPLY__ NO

INPUT VALUES

PAPER_____________ 255 DARKNESS__________ 131 TRAN______________ 255 REFL______________ 149 RIBM______________ 87 THR_______________ 48 24V_______________ 223

DIRECT THERMAL COMMUNICATIONS NOT DETECTED 9600,8,N EDGE SOP ADJUST________ 128 PRESENT ADJUST____ 128 TOF LOW___________ 0 TOF DELTA_________ 10 TOF GAIN__________ 10 OOS MAXVOLT_______ 2

COUNTER INFORMATION

ABSOLUTE VALUES 9-18-1999 LENGTH____ 773 INCHES TIME______ 20 HOURS RESETTABLE VALUES 9-22-1999 LENGTH____ 576 INCHES TIME______ 10 HOURS

MEMORY CONFIGURATION

INTERNAL MODULE______ 128 SCALABLE FONTS_______ 64

LABEL SIZE 0410:02218 IN

STX z Pack Module

This command causes the printer to reclaim all storage space associated with all deleted files on the specified module (see <STX>X and <STX>x).

Syntax:

Where:

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<STX>zm

- The module identification character, see Appendix K.

System-Level Command Functions

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Extended System-Level Command Functions

Introduction

Issued in the same context as System-Level Commands, the Extended System-Level Commands expand certain System-Level Commands to provide extra degree of printer control.

STX K Memory Configuration (Non-Display Models only)

This command configures the available DRAM (including any installed optional DRAM) as a method for managing printer memory. Memory can be assigned to specific entities or functions in units of 4KB blocks. The allocation(s) set by this command, draw from the same memory pool, affecting maximum print length and label throughput (see note below). The printer executes the memory configuration specified by the command during the next idle period following its receipt, and is stored in Flash memory then reinstated upon a power-up or reset. If the total requested memory allocation exceeds the configurable memory available, contains no fields, or for configurations not specified, the command will be rejected and the printer will assume its previous configuration. Any of the three fields are optional, and are separated by the colon. Brackets indicate optional fields.

Syntax:

Sample:

In the sample, memory is allocated 20*4*1024 bytes for module space and 15*4*1024 bytes for the scalable cache.

Where: i, j, k are M, S, or W; x, y, z are four-digit maximum numbers of 4K byte blocks or

inches/100 or (mm/10) as described below.

M Represents the start of a sequence (up to five characters) that assigns memory to the Internal

Module. If this field does not appear, then the Internal Module is not affected. If no Internal Module exists, it will be created and formatted. Existing Internal Modules will be erased, resized and formatted. The number that follows the M is a decimal number (up to four digits) that specifies the size in 4KB blocks of memory to assign to the Internal Module. A value of “0000” will delete the Internal Module (see Appendix J for additional information).

S Represents the start of a sequence (up to five characters) that assigns the amount of internal

memory allocated to the smooth scalable font processor. This field is optional; if it does not appear, the current amount of memory assigned to the smooth scalable font processor will remain unchanged. The allocation must be at least 15 (60KB) to print scalable fonts, and at least 30 for double-byte fonts. The number that follows the S is a decimal number (up to four digits) that specifies the size in 4 KB blocks to assign to the smooth scalable font processor. Any value less than the minimum requirement results in the amount assigned to be zero (0), thereby disabling the printing of smooth scalable fonts. The recommended value is 0025 (100KB).

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Extended System-Level Command Functions

W Represents the start of a sequence (up to five characters) that sets the printable label width.

Setting a width smaller than the natural (maximum) width of the printer effectively extends printable label length. This field is optional; if it does not appear, the current printable label width is left unchanged. The number that follows the W is a decimal number (up to four digits) that specifies the printable label width in either 100

ths

of an inch or in millimeters, depending on the current units setting of the printer (imperial or metric). If the value specified exceeds the printable width of the printer, the printable label width is set to the maximum. If the value specified is less than the minimum value allowed (200) then the printable label width is set to the minimum allowed value.

 Notes: (1) Label printing requirements may be computed as bytes (label print length * width allocation *

print head resolution / 8). For maximum throughput, the memory allocated should allow for a minimum of three times the computed requirement, or the available label length (as determined by <STX>KQ command) should be three times the label print length.

(2) These commands will result in a system reset for the EX2.

STX K}E Empty Sensor Calibration (Non-Display Models only)

This command causes the printer to determine and save the calibration value for an empty media sensor condition. This calibration function should be performed when no material is installed in the media sensor. Depending upon the printer model, different front panel LED flash sequences and printer responses (below) will indicate calibration progress and outcome; see the corresponding printer operator manual for LED flash sequences details.

Printer Response Alternate

REMOVE STOCK[CR ] N/A

ENTER TO CONTINUE[CR] N/A

PASSED CALIBRATION[CR] FAILED CALIBRATION[CR]

STX K}M Manual Media Calibration (Non-Display Models only)

This command causes the printer to save the sampled calibration values as an operator places different portions of label stock within the media sensor. Depending upon the printer model, different front panel LED flash sequences and printer responses (below) will indicate calibration progress and outcome; see the corresponding printer operator manual for LED flash sequences details. Sending <ESC> to the printer instead of <CR> will terminate the process and leave the TOF Sensor values unchanged.

Printer Response Alternate

LOAD STOCK[CR ]

ENTER TO CONTINUE[CR ]

LOAD MARK[CR ]

ENTER TO CONTINUE[CR ]

REMOVE STOCK[CR ]

ENTER TO CONTINUE[CR ]

LOAD GAP[CR ]

N/A

PASSED CALIBRATION[CR ] FAILED CALIBRATION[CR ]

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Extended System-Level Command Functions

STX K}Q Quick Media Calibration (Non-Display Models only)

This command causes the printer to move media, sample, and then save sensor samples as calibration values. This calibration function should be performed with media installed in the printer. Depending upon the printer model, different front panel LED flash sequences and printer responses (below) will indicate calibration progress and outcome; see the corresponding printer operator manual for LED flash sequences details.

Printer Response Alternate

FAILED CALIBRATION[CR ]

ADJUST GAIN SETTING[CR ]

PASSED CALIBRATION[CR ] FAILED CALIBRATION[CR ]

N/A

STX KaR Read Data from RFID Tag

(Direct Mode – Generic Read/Write Interface)

This command instructs the RFID device to read data from the tag and then place that data into a replaceable field. It is expected that the tag transponder will be within the read / write distance of the RFID programming device; otherwise, “Void” will be printed in the text or bar code label field.

Syntax:

Where:

Sample:

<STX>KaRAaaabbbcdee<CR>

aaa

bbb

- Optional – for data in the ASCII format.

- The number of bytes to read.

- HF - Starting block number (000  maximum block number).*

UHF – Should be 000.

- Command 1. Reserved. Should be 0.

- Command 2. Reserved. Should be 0.

- Field number in which to place the data (must be 01, 02, 03, etc.) matching the order of Label Formatting command U.

 Note: The 00 value will send read data to the host with no printing.

<STX>L 1911A1802000010TEXT U X <STX>KaR0000010001 <STX>G

The sample creates a replaceable text field (01), recalls data from the RFID tag block zero (reading only one block), and prints the data in the location specified by the replaceable field. Since there are two digits per each hex value, replaceable fields should be twice as long than if using ASCII data (e.g., the character “A” would be returned as “41”).

* Dependent upon transponder manufacturer.

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Extended System-Level Command Functions

STX KaW Write Data to RFID Tag

(Direct Mode – Generic Read/Write Interface)

This command instructs the RFID device to write data to the tag. It is expected that the tag transponder will be within the read / write distance of the RFID programming device; otherwise, a warning will occur and a warning message (Read / Write Fail) will be displayed.

Syntax:

Where:

<STX>KaWAaaabbbcdee…e<CR>

Aaaa

- Optional – for data in the ASCII format, followed by the byte count (000-999).

bbb

- HF – Starting block number (000  maximum block number).* UHF – Should be 000.

ee…e

- Command 1. Reserved for Future (should be 0)

- Command 2. Reserved for Future (should be 0)

- Data to be encoded on RFID tag (HF – the last used block will be null-padded, if necessary).

 Note: UHF ASCII formats must be 8 or 12 characters; and, UHF

Hexadecimal formats must be 16 or 24 character pairs.

Sample:

<STX>KaW0000054455354[CR]

The sample writes the data “TEST” at block zero.

* Dependent on transponder manufacturer.

STX Kb Backfeed Time Delay

(Non-Display Models only)

The backfeed time delay command controls the time a printed label is allowed to remain “presented” before being retracted to the start of print position.

Syntax:

Where:

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<STX>Kbnnn<CR>

nnn

- Seconds/10

Extended System-Level Command Functions

STX KC Get Configuration

This command returns the configuration of the printer. The form of the returned data is similar to that of a printed Configuration Label. This command should be parsed by KEYWORDS, not by

Character POSITIONS. Each line is terminated by a CR (0x0d) & LF (0x0a). Datamax will make every effort to keep Keyword consistent.

Syntax:

Printer response:

CONFIGURATION TUE 02:01PM 01AUG2005 PRINTER KEY: 4308-TB10-010327494 APPLICATION VERSION: 83-2284-06E

06.06 07/09/2001 BOOT LOADER: 83-2269-03D 03.04 10/30/2000 SYSTEM INFORMATION PRINT BUFFER SIZE: 280 in. FLASH SIZE: 4 MB RAM TEST: PASS OPTIONAL LANGUAGES: FRANCAIS ITALIANO DEUTSCH ESPAÑOL CONFIGURATION FILE: NONE MEDIA SETTINGS MEDIA TYPE THERMAL TRANSFER SENSOR TYPE GAP LABEL LENGTH

04.00 in. MAXIMUM LABEL LENGTH

•30.00 in. PAPER OUT DISTANCE

00.25 in. LABEL WIDTH

4.16 in. SENSOR CALIBRATION PAPER SENSOR LEVEL 144 GAP SENSOR LEVEL 30 EMPTY SENSOR LEVEL 0

SENSOR GAIN 10 PRINT CONTROL HEAT 10 PRINT SPEED

6.0in/sec FEED SPEED

6.0in/sec REVERSE SPEED

4.0in/sec ROW OFFSET

00.00 in. COLUMN OFFSET

00.00 in. PRESENT DISTANCE

0.00 in. CUSTOM ADJUSTMENTS: DARKNESS 32 ROW ADJUST 64 DOTS COLUMN ADJUST 0 DOTS PRESENT ADJUST 64 DOTS PRINTER OPTIONS MODULES A: NOT INSTALLED B: NOT INSTALLED D: FORMATTED F: NOT INSTALLED G: FORMATTED X: FORMATTED Y: 83-2296-01C Z: NOT INSTALLED PRESENT SENSOR NOT INSTALLED CUTTER NOT INSTALLED GPIO PORT: NOT INSTALLED SYSTEM SETTINGS FACTORY SETTING FILE NONE INTERNAL MODULE 1024 KB DEFAULT MODULE

D SCALEABLE FONT CACHE 312 KB SINGLE BYTE SYMBOLS PC-850 MULTILINGUAL DOUBLE BYTE SYMBOLS UNICODE ABSOLUTE COUNTER 3782 in. 27MAR2001 RESETTABLE COUNTER 205 in. 27MAR2001 FORMAT ATTRIBUTES XOR IMAGING MODE MULTIPLE LABEL PAUSE MODE DISABLED SELECT SECURITY DISABLED PEEL MODE DISABLED UNITS OF MEASURE IMPERIAL SOP EMULATION DISABLED BACK AFTER PRINT DISABLED MENU LANGUAGE ENGLISH COMMUNICATIONS SERIAL PORT A: BAUD RATE 9600 BPS PROTOCOL BOTH PARITY NONE DATA BITS 8 STOP BITS 1 SERIAL PORT B: NOT INSTALLED PARALLEL PORT A:

PORT DIRECTION UNI-DIRECTIONAL PORT STATUS DISABLED PARALLEL PORT B: PORT DIRECTION BI-DIRECTIONAL PORT STATUS DISABLED NIC ADAPTER: DMXNET INACTIVE HOST SETTINGS: HOST TIMEOUT 10 SEC CONTROL CODES STANDARD CODES FEEDBACK CHARACTERS DISABLED ESC SEQUENCES ENABLED HEAT COMMAND ENABLED SPEED COMMANDS ENABLED DIAGNOSTICS HEX DUMP MODE DISABLED PRINT TEST RATE(min) 0 SENSOR READINGS THR TRAN RIBM 24V 132 141 159 178 PS HD RANK 000 254 000 RIBBON SENSOR LIMITS RIBBON ADC LOW 105 RIBBON ADC HIGH 182 END OF LIST

 Note: Formatted form of displayed information will vary with printer, model, firmware version, and equipped

options.

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Extended System-Level Command Functions

STX Kc Configuration Set

This command specifies the Power-up Configuration parameter values for the printer and is equivalent to using other system commands followed by the <SOH>U. This command is intended

for easily configuring a custom setup, but NOT for dynamic configuration changes.

Configuration commands are examined for differences relative to the current configuration; the command has no impact when there are no differences. Display-equipped models will reset upon completion of a command stream containing parameter value changes; non-display models perform this reset only for certain functions, such as memory allocation. In any case, no commands should be sent to the printer until this reset is complete. These are some highlights of the command:

 These parameter values are equivalent to changing the respective menu settings and do not affect

the factory default settings of the printer.

 If separated by a semi-colon (;), multiple parameter values may be sent in a single command

stream; see sample below.

 All values are stored in Flash memory and remain in effect until new values are received or until

factory defaults are restored.

 If system commands are sent that override the Power-up Configuration value(s), the Power-up

Configuration value(s) will be restored the next time the printer is powered ‘On’ or reset.

 These parameters are the same as those found in the Setup Menu (non-display models), or as

those found in the Menu System (display-equipped models). The respective functions are documented in the appropriate Operator’s or Maintenance Manual. Not all commands are effective on all Class printers.

 Note: Illegal or out of range parameter values may have unpredictable results. In addition, Media sensing

scaling values, TOF Bias, etc. may not be effective on other printers of the same type due to hardware tolerances.

Syntax:

Where:

<STX>Kcaa

aaI, aa

val

val1[;aaIvalI][;aanvaln]<CR>

- Are two letter parameter names.

val

- Are parameter values, with ranges appropriate for

the associated parameter.

Sample:

The sample sets the Present Adjust to 120 dots, the Continuous Label Length to 6 inches, and the Sensor Type to Continuous.

The following table (constructed alphabetically by parameter name) summarizes the different Configuration Set command parameters, value ranges, valid printer models, and menu item and command equivalents (where applicable). If no command equivalent is given, or where general clarification is necessary for the command, descriptions (listed alphabetically by parameter pneumonic) immediately follow this table.

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Configuration Set Commands

<STX>Kc

Parameter Name

Parameter

Pneumonic

Value /

Range

Units /

Interpretation

Applicable

Printer Type

Menu Item Equivalent or Menu Item Number

Command Equivalent

Non-Display 19

Alignment Length

0 – 999 1/100 inch

M1 & M2

Non-Display

N/A

Display-Equipped System Settings

Backup After Print

Y, N

Y = Enabled, N = Disabled

EX2 N/A

N/A

Backup Delay

0 – 255 1/50 second Display-Equipped System Settings N/A

Backup Label

0, 3, 4

0 = Disabled, 3 = Active Low, 4 = Active High

Display-Equipped Printer Options N/A

Display-Equipped Print Control

Backup (Reverse) Speed

BS or bS

alpha

character

Model specific ranges;

see Appendix L.

EX2 N/A

Display-Equipped

British Pound

Y, N

Y = Enabled, N = Disabled

EX2

N/A N/A

Buzzer Enable

Y, N

Y = Enabled, N = Disabled

A-Class System Settings

N/A

Table 5-1: Configuration Set Commands

Extended System-Level Command Functions

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<STX>Kc

Parameter Name

Parameter

Pneumonic

Value /

Range

Units /

Interpretation

Applicable

Printer Type

Menu Item Equivalent or Menu Item Number

Command Equivalent

Display-Equipped Print Control

Non-Display 28

Column Adjust

[

xxx dots

Resolution specific;

see Appendix K,

and see

Column Adjust Fine

Tune

M1 & M2

Non-Display

N/A

Display-Equipped Print Control

Column Adjust Fine Tune

+ / – dots

Resolution specific;

see Appendix K.

EX2 N/A

N/A

Display-Equipped Print Control

Column Offset

0 – 9999 1/100 in.

EX2 N/A

Cnnnn

Y, N

Y = Enabled,

N = Disabled

Display-Equipped Communications

Non-Display 26

Comm Heat Commands

1, 0

1 = Enabled, 0 = Disabled

M1 & M2

Non-Display

N/A

Y, N

Y = Enabled,

N = Disabled

Display-Equipped Communications

Non-Display 25

Comm Speed Commands

1, 0

1 = Enabled, 0 = Disabled

M1 & M2

Non-Display

N/A

Table 5-1: Configuration Set Commands (continued)

Extended System-Level Command Functions

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<STX>Kc

Parameter Name

Parameter

Pneumonic

Value /

Range

Units /

Interpretation

Applicable

Printer Type

Menu Item Equivalent or Menu Item Number

Command Equivalent

Display-Equipped Communications

Y, N

EX2 N/A

Comm TOF Commands

0 – 255

(128 nominal)

Y = Enabled,

N = Disabled

Non-Display (except

M1, M2, and EX2)

N/A

Display-Equipped Media Settings

M1 & M2

Non-Display

Continuous Label Length

0 – 9999 1/100 in.

Non-Display 10

<STX>c

Display-Equipped Communications

M1 & M2

Non-Display

N/A

Control Codes

S, 1, 2

S = Standard, 1 = Alternate,

2 = Alternate-2

Non-Display 9

<STX>KD

Cut Behind

0 – 9 Queued label count Display-Equipped Printer Options N/A

A/Y, E, N/D

A or Y = Auto,

E = Enabled,

N or D = Disabled

Display-Equipped Printer Options

Cutter Equipped

A, E/Y, N

A = Auto,

E or Y = Enabled,

N = Disabled

Non-Display 4

<STX>V

Table 5-1: Configuration Set Commands (continued)

Extended System-Level Command Functions

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<STX>Kc

Parameter Name

Parameter

Pneumonic

Value /

Range

Units /

Interpretation

Applicable

Printer Type

Menu Item Equivalent or Menu Item Number

Command Equivalent

Display-Equipped Print Control

Darkness

1 – 64 N/A

EX2 N/A

N/A

D, G Display-Equipped System Settings

Default Module DM

A, B

Module Letter

EX2

[3]

N/A

<STX>X

Delay Rate (Test Label Formats)

DR 0 – 120 Seconds Display-Equipped Diagnostics N/A

Disable Symbol Set Selection

NS Y, N

Y = Enabled,

N = Disabled

Non-Display N/A N/A

Display-Equipped System Settings

Double Byte Symbol Set

2-Byte alpha

character

AA – ZZ, printer

resident symbol set

EX2 N/A

<STX>y,

ySxx

DPI Emulation

200, 300, 400, 600

Dots per inch

300/400/600 DPI

Display-Equipped

System Settings N/A

Display-Equipped Media Settings

Empty Sensor Level

0 – 255 N/A

EX2 N/A

N/A

Display-Equipped

End Character

DN/A

EX2

N/A N/A

Table 5-1: Configuration Set Commands (continued)

Extended System-Level Command Functions

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<STX>Kc

Parameter Name

Parameter

Pneumonic

Value /

Range

Units /

Interpretation

Applicable

Printer Type

Menu Item Equivalent or Menu Item Number

Command Equivalent

End Of Print

1, 2, 3, 4

1 = Low Pulse,

2 = High Pulse, 3 = Active Low, 4 = Active High

Display-Equipped Printer Options N/A

Display-Equipped Communications

ESC Sequences

Y, N

Y = Enabled,

N = Disabled

EX2 N/A

N/A

Exact Time

Y, N

Y = Enabled,

N = Disabled

Non-Display (except

M1, M2, and EX2)

24 N/A

Display-Equipped System Settings

EX2 N/A

Fault Handling

L, D, R, B See Table 5-2.

M1 & M2

Non-Display

N/A

Feed Speed

SS or sS

Alpha

character

Model specific ranges;

see Appendix L.

Display-Equipped Print Control

Display-Equipped Communications

Feedback Mode

Y, N

Y = Enabled,

N = Disabled

EX2 N/A

<STX>a

Display

Font Emulation

0, 1, 2

0 = No Substitution

1 = Sub CG Times SA0

2 = Sub User S50

Non-Display

N/A N/A

Table 5-1: Configuration Set Commands (continued)

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<STX>Kc

Parameter Name

Parameter

Pneumonic

Value /

Range

Units /

Interpretation

Applicable

Printer Type

Menu Item Equivalent or Menu Item Number

Command Equivalent

Display-Equipped System Settings

Format Attributes

X, O, T

X = XOR,

O = Opaque,

T = Transparent

EX2 N/A

Display-Equipped Media Settings

Gain Reflective Value

0 – 255 N/A

EX2 N/A

N/A

Display-Equipped Media Settings

Gap / Mark Value

0 – 255 N/A

EX2 N/A

N/A

Display-Equipped Printer Options

Non-Display 25

GPIO Equipped

A, V, N

A = Applicator,

V = Verifier,

N = Disabled

M1 & M2

Non-Display

N/A

Display-Equipped Printer Options

GPIO Slew

0 – 4

0 = Standard,

1 = Low Pulse,

2 = High Pulse, 3 = Active Low, 4 = Active High

Non-Display N/A

N/A

Head Bias

L, R

L = Leftmost dot is zero,

R = Rightmost dot is

zero

A-Class System Settings N/A

Table 5-1: Configuration Set Commands (continued)

Extended System-Level Command Functions

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<STX>Kc

Parameter Name

Parameter

Pneumonic

Value /

Range

Units /

Interpretation

Applicable

Printer Type

Menu Item Equivalent or Menu Item Number

Command Equivalent

Display-Equipped Media Settings

Head Cleaning

0 – 9999

Inches (or centimeters)

multiplied by 1000

EX2 N/A

N/A

Display-Equipped Print Control

Non-Display 23

Heat

0 – 30 N/A

M1 & M2

Non-Display

Hnn

Display-Equipped Communications

Host Timeout

1 – 60 Seconds

EX2 N/A

N/A

Y, N

Y = Enabled,

N = Disabled

Display-Equipped Communications

Ignore Control Codes

1, 0

1 = Enabled, 0 = Disabled

Non-Display N/A

N/A

Ignore Distances

1, 0

1 = Enabled, 0 = Disabled

Non-Display N/A N/A

Display-Equipped System Settings

EX2 N/A

Imaging Mode

M, S

M = Multiple label,

S = Single label

M1 & M2

Non-Display

N/A

Table 5-1: Configuration Set Commands (continued)

Extended System-Level Command Functions

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<STX>Kc

Parameter Name

Parameter

Pneumonic

Value /

Range

Units /

Interpretation

Applicable

Printer Type

Menu Item Equivalent or Menu Item Number

Command Equivalent

Display-Equipped System Settings

Non-Display 21

Input Mode

0, 1

0 = DPL,

1 = Line

M1 & M2

Non-Display

N/A

Display-Equipped System Settings

100 – up to

maximum

available, see

Appendix K

Kbytes

M1 & M2

Non-Display

N/A

Internal Module

0 – 128

4 Kbytes

(0 = disabled)

Non-Display 17

<STX>KM

Non-Display 18

Label Alignment

N, A, Y See Table 5-3.

M1 & M2

Non-Display

N/A

Label Rotation

Y, N

Y = Rotate 180

N = None

Display-Equipped System Settings N/A

Label Store

F, S

F = Fields,

S = States & Fields

Display-Equipped System Settings N/A

Display-Equipped Media Settings

M1 & M2

Non-Display

N/A

Label Width

0075 – head

width, see

Appendix K

1/100 inch

Non-Display 15

<STX>KW

Table 5-1: Configuration Set Commands (continued)

Extended System-Level Command Functions

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<STX>Kc

Parameter Name

Parameter

Pneumonic

Value /

Range

Units /

Interpretation

Applicable

Printer Type

Menu Item Equivalent or Menu Item Number

Command Equivalent

Language Select

String Language Name Display-Equipped System Settings N/A

Display-Equipped System Settings

N, A, P, L

M1 & M2

Non-Display

Legacy Emulation

N, A, P, L, M

N = None, A = Allegro, P = Prodigy,

L = Prodigy Plus, M = Prodigy Max

X = XL

Non-Display 22

N/A

Display-Equipped Media Settings

Mark Value

0 – 255 N/A

EX2 N/A

N/A

Maximum Length Ignore

0, 1

0 = Processed normally,

1 = Ignore

Display-Equipped Communications N/A

Display-Equipped Media Settings

Maximum Length

0 – 9999 1/100 inch

EX2 N/A

<STX>M

Display-Equipped Media Settings

M1 & M2

Non-Display

N/A

Media Type

D, T

D = Direct,

T = Thermal Transfer

Non-Display

<STX>KD

Menu Mode

U, A

U = User,

A = Advanced

Display-Equipped System Settings N/A

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<STX>Kc

Parameter Name

Parameter

Pneumonic

Value /

Range

Units /

Interpretation

Applicable

Printer Type

Menu Item Equivalent or Menu Item Number

Command Equivalent

Z, G Display-Equipped

Module Command

MCC

See Table 5-4.

EX2

N/A N/A

Display-Equipped N/A

Network Setup

D, G, I, N, P,

S, T, U, w,

W, Y, Z

See Table 5-5.

EX2 N/A

N/A

No Paper Min

[2]

(Out Of Stock)

0 – 16 .1 Volt DC Non-Display 11 N/A

No Reprint

Y, N

Y = Enabled,

N = Disabled

Non-Display 26 N/A

Option Feedback

D, Rx, S See Table 5-6. Display-Equipped Communications N/A

Display-Equipped Media Settings

Paper Empty

0 – 9999 1/100 inch

EX2 N/A

N/A

Display-Equipped Media Settings

Paper Value

0 – 255 N/A

EX2 N/A

N/A

Table 5-1: Configuration Set Commands (continued)

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<STX>Kc

Parameter Name

Parameter

Pneumonic

Value /

Range

Units /

Interpretation

Applicable

Printer Type

Menu Item Equivalent or Menu Item Number

Command Equivalent

Display-Equipped Communications

Parallel Direction

xz See Table 5-7.

EX2 N/A

N/A

Password Set

A – Z,

0 – 9

Four characters

(or, if security is enabled

then eight characters).

Display-Equipped System Settings N/A

Display-Equipped System Settings

Pause Mode

Y, N

Y = Enabled,

N = Disabled

EX2 N/A

<STX>J

Display-Equipped System Settings

Peel Mode

Y, N

Y = Enabled,

N = Disabled

EX2 N/A

N/A

Display-Equipped Print Control

M1 & M2

Non-Display

Present Adjust

[1]

xxx dots

Model specific,

see Appendix K;

and, see

Present Adjust Fine

Tune.

Non-Display 6

N/A

Display-Equipped Print Control

Present Adjust Fine Tune

+ / – dots

Dots (model specific),

see Appendix K.

Non-Display (except

M1 & M2)

N/A

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<STX>Kc

Parameter Name

Parameter

Pneumonic

Value /

Range

Units /

Interpretation

Applicable

Printer Type

Menu Item Equivalent or Menu Item Number

Command Equivalent

Display-Equipped Print Control

Present Distance

0 – 400 1/100 inch

EX2

[4]

N/A

<STX>Kf

Display-Equipped Printer Options

A/Y, E, N/D

A or Y = Auto,

E = Enabled,

N or D = Disabled

M1 & M2

Non-Display

<STX>V

Present Sensor Equipped

A, Y, N

A = Auto, Y = Enabled, N = Disabled

Non-Display

<STX>V, <STX>KD

Display-Equipped Print Control

Print Contrast

0 – 64 N/A

Non-Display N/A

N/A

Display-Equipped System Settings

Printer Level

000000 –

FFFFFF

Hex Codes

EX2 N/A

N/A

Display-Equipped Print Control

Print Speed

Alpha

character

Model specific ranges;

see Appendix L.

EX2 N/A

Query Configuration

Q, K N/A All Configuration Label N/A

Reflective No Paper

[2]

Minimum (Out Of Stock)

0 – 16 .1 Volt DC

Non-Display (except

M1 & M2)

11 N/A

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<STX>Kc

Parameter Name

Parameter

Pneumonic

Value /

Range

Units /

Interpretation

Applicable

Printer Type

Menu Item Equivalent or Menu Item Number

Command Equivalent

Display-Equipped Media Settings

Reflective Paper Value

0 – 255 N/A

EX2 N/A

N/A

Reflective TOF Bias

[2]

0 – 50 .1 Volt DC

Non-Display (except

M1, M2, and EX2)

14 N/A

Reflective TOF Delta

[2]

0 – 50 .1 Volt DC

Non-Display (except

M1, M2, and EX2)

13 N/A

Reflective TOF Gain

[2]

0 – 15 .1 Volt DC

Non-Display (except

M1, M2, and EX2)

12 N/A

Retract Delay

1 – 255

Specified value,

multiplied by ten

milliseconds

Display-Equipped Printer Options N/A

Rewinder Equipped

A/Y, E, N/D

A or Y = Auto,

E = Enabled,

N or D = Disabled

Display-Equipped Printer Options N/A

Rewinder Adjust

-xx, +yy

Applied torque, where

-30 to +15 is the valid range.

Display-Equipped Printer Options N/A

RFID Configuration

M, A, D, S,

L, R, W, E, P,

T, N, U, V

See Table 5-8. Display-Equipped Printer Options N/A

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<STX>Kc

Parameter Name

Parameter

Pneumonic

Value /

Range

Units /

Interpretation

Applicable

Printer Type

Menu Item Equivalent or Menu Item Number

Command Equivalent

Display-Equipped Media Settings

Ribbon Low Diameter

100 – 200 1/100 in.

EX2 N/A

N/A

Ribbon Low Pause

Y, N

Y = Enabled,

N = Disabled

Display-Equipped Media Settings N/A

Ribbon Low Signal

3, 4

3 = Active Low, 4 = Active High

Display-Equipped Print Options N/A

Ribbon Saver Enable

A/Y, E, N/D

A or Y = Auto,

E = Enabled,

N or D = Disabled

Display-Equipped Printer Options

<STX>R

Display-Equipped Print Control

Row Adjust

[1]

xxxx dots

Model specific, see

Appendix K;

and,

see Row Adjust Fine

Tune

M1 & M2

Non-Display

N/A

Display-Equipped Printer Control

Row Adjust Fine Tune

+ / – dots

Resolution specific; see

Appendix K.

EX2 N/A

N/A

Row Offset

0 – 9999 1/100 in. Display-Equipped Print Control

Rnnnn

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<STX>Kc

Parameter Name

Parameter

Pneumonic

Value /

Range

Units /

Interpretation

Applicable

Printer Type

Menu Item Equivalent or Menu Item Number

Command Equivalent

SOP Adjust

[1]

0 – 255

(128

nominal)

N/A,

see Row Adjust Fine

Tune

Non-Display (except

M1 & M2)

<STX>O

Display-Equipped System Settings

SOP Emulation

A, L, P, D

A = Allegro,

L = Prodigy Plus,

P = Prodigy,

D = Disable

EX2 N/A

N/A

Display-Equipped

Save As Filename

Alphanumeric

string

Up to 16 characters

EX2

System Settings N/A

Display-Equipped System Settings

100 – 8192 Kbytes

M1 & M2

Non-Display

N/A

Scalable Font Cache

0 – 128 4 Kbytes (0 = disabled) Non-Display 16

<STX>KS

Display-Equipped

Scalable Heap

0 – 9999 Kbytes

EX2

N/A N/A

Scanner Configuration

C, H, M,

D, B, V

See Table 5-11. Display-Equipped Printer Options N/A

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Parameter Name

Parameter

Pneumonic

Value /

Range

Units /

Interpretation

Applicable

Printer Type

Menu Item Equivalent or Menu Item Number

Command Equivalent

Security Lock

N, Y, T See Table 5-9. Display-Equipped System Settings N/A

Display-Equipped

Sensor Gain Value

0 – 32 N/A

EX2

Media Settings N/A

Display-Equipped Media Settings

M1 & M2

Non-Display

<STX>e, <STX>r,

<STX>c

Sensor Type

G, C, R

G = Gap (edge), C = Continuous,

R = Reflective

Non-Display

<STX>KD

Display-Equipped Communications

M1 & M2

Non-Display

9 & 10

N/A

Serial Port

xyz See Table 5-12.

Non-Display 7 & 8

<STX>KD

Display-Equipped System Settings

Single Byte Symbol Set

2-Byte alpha

character

AA – ZZ, printer

resident symbol set

Non-Display N/A

<STX>y,

ySxx

Slew Speed

Alpha

character

Model specific ranges;

see Appendix L.

GPIO-Equipped Print Control

<STX>KZSx

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Parameter Name

Parameter

Pneumonic

Value /

Range

Units /

Interpretation

Applicable

Printer Type

Menu Item Equivalent or Menu Item Number

Command Equivalent

Software Switch

Y, N

Y = Processed

N = Ignored

Display-Equipped Communications N/A

Start of Print

3, 4

3 = Active Low, 4 = Active High

Display-Equipped Printer Options N/A

Non-Display 20

Stop Location

A, H, P,

C, T, N

See Table 5-10.

M1 & M2

Non-Display

N/A

Tear Position

Y, N

Y = Enabled,

N = Disabled

Non-Display (except

M1, M2, and EX2)

20 N/A

TOF Bias

[2]

0 – 50 .1 Volt DC

Non-Display (except

M1 & M2)

14 N/A

TOF Delta

[2]

0 – 50 .1 Volt DC

Non-Display (except

M1 & M2)

13 N/A

TOF Gain

[2]

0 – 15 .1 Volt DC

Non-Display (except

M1 & M2)

12 N/A

Table 5-1: Configuration Set Commands (continued)

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Parameter Name

Parameter

Pneumonic

Value /

Range

Units /

Interpretation

Applicable

Printer Type

Menu Item Equivalent or Menu Item Number

Command Equivalent

Display-Equipped

TOF Precedence

Y, N

Y = Enabled,

N = Disabled

EX2

N/A N/A

Display-Equipped

EX2

System Settings

Unit of Measure

M, I

M = Metric, I = Imperial

M1 & M2

Non-Display

<STX>m,

<STX>n

Display-Equipped

User Terminator

ON N/A

EX2

N/A N/A

Verifier Equipped

A/Y, E, N/D

A or Y = Auto,

E = Enabled,

N or D = Disabled

Display-Equipped Printer Options

<STX>KV

Verifier Type

A, B, C, D Reserved for future use Display-Equipped N/A N/A

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<STX>Kc

Parameter Name

Parameter

Pneumonic

Value /

Range

Units /

Interpretation

Applicable

Printer Type

Menu Item Equivalent or Menu Item Number

Command Equivalent

Display-Equipped

WiFi Setup

A, C, F, I, L,

M, N, P, R,

T, V, X

See Table 5-13.

EX2

N/A N/A

Display-Equipped

WiFi Security

A, K, S, L,

P, U

See Table 5-14.

EX2

N/A N/A

1. Commands are provided for backward compatibility on EX2. The KcQQQ command will respond with the new command equivalent; see associated new commands.

2. The EX2 uses the same Sensor Calibration value setup commands as display model printers.

3. The EX2 will accept Display-Equipped module IDs (D & G) as command parameters for upward compatibility; however, query commands will result in printer responses with

module IDs that are non-display compatible, providing backward compatibility.

4. Present distance changes for EX2 will only be accepted if the Stop Location (SL) is set to “Host.”

Table 5-1: Configuration Set Commands

Extended System-Level Command Functions

<STX>Kc Parameter Overviews

(AL) Alignment Length – This command, critical for small labels when ‘Label Alignment’ is set

to ‘Yes,’ allows a length (measured from leading edge to leading edge of two successive labels) to be entered. The measured length must be provided to the nearest hundredth of an inch. For very small labels, errors of 0.01” can result in noticeable print variations on the labels between the media sensor and the print head. The number of labels that can be fit between the Media Sensor and the print head will magnify any error in label alignment length. Errors in measurement are more favorable on the low side rather than the high side.

Non-Display printers only: The printer will verify the label position using the provided Alignment Length before printing the first label after power-up.

(AS) Single Byte Symbol Set – This command allows for a default single-byte symbol set. See <STX>y or ySxx for command details.

(BA) Backup After Print – This command determines the timing of the label back up positioning when the present distance is set and the GPIO option or Present Sensor option (including Peel and Present) is enabled. When enabled, the printer immediately backs up the label after the applicatorissued start of print signal is received or the label is removed, resulting in faster throughput. If disabled, the printer will not initiate repositioning until the next label is ready to print (may help prevent the curling of the label edge).

(BD) Backup Delay – This command sets a time delay for the retraction of a presented label in one-fiftieth (1/50) of a second increments.

(BL) Backup Label – This command determines the timing of reverse label motion when the I & W-Class GPIO option is installed and enabled; see Appendix J for signal details.

(BP) British Pound – This command, when enabled, will automatically switch from the Number symbol (#) found at 0x23 (default PC-850 Multilingual Symbol Set) to the British Pound symbol (£) at 0x9C.

(BS or bS) Backup Speed – This command controls the rate of label movement during backup positioning for start of print, cutting or present distance; see Appendix C for available speed ranges.

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(BZ) Buzzer Enable – This command controls the audible signaling device that acknowledges User Interface entries and, if enabled, sounds printer warning and fault conditions.

(CA) Column Adjust – This command fine-tunes the Column Offset setting by shifting both the horizontal start of print position and the Label Width termination point to the right in dots (see Appendix K) to compensate for slight mechanical differences sometimes evident when multiple printers share label formats. Note that the

EX2 accepts this command for backward compatibility

only, limited in range (28-228). The <STX>KcQQQ response will show the Column Adjust Fine Tune (CF) equivalent value.

(CB) Cut Behind – This command allows the printer to queue a specified number of small labels before a cut is performed to increase throughput.

(CC) Control Codes – This command, depending upon printer type, allows a change to the prefix of the software commands interpreted by the printer:

Value Units /

Interpretation

S Standard Codes

1 Alternate Codes

2 Alternate Codes 2

Hex 01 = SOH command; Hex 02 = STX command; count-by = ^; Hex 1B = ESC; Hex 0x0D = Carriage Return

Hex 5E = SOH command; Hex 7E = STX command; count-by = @; Hex 1B = ESC; Hex 0x0D = Carriage Return

Hex 5E = SOH command; Hex 7E = STX command; count-by = @; Hex 1B = ESC; Hex 0x7C = Carriage Return

Control Code Definition

(CE) Cutter Equipped – This command allows the printer to sense the cutter option. ‘A’ automatically senses device presence; if undetected, no error is generated. ‘E’ - enables the device, where its presence must be detected; otherwise, a fault is generated. ‘N’ - disables device detection. One of these values is returned in response to <STX>KcQQQ. Note that alternate values are accepted for backward compatibility as follows: For Display-Equipped models ‘Y’ is equivalent to ‘A’; and, for Non-Display models ‘Y’ is equivalent to ‘E’.

(CF) Column Adjust Fine Tune – This command fine-tunes the Column Offset setting by shifting both the horizontal start of print position and the Label Width termination point to the right in dots (see Appendix K) to compensate for slight mechanical differences sometimes evident when multiple printers share label formats.

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(CH) Communicated Heat Commands – This command causes the printer to ignore DPL Heat commands; instead, the Heat value is controlled via the menu setting.

(CL) Continuous Label Length – See <STX>c for command details.

(CO) Column Offset – See Cnnnn for command details.

(CS) Communicated Speed Commands – This command causes the printer to ignore DPL speed

commands; instead, speed values are controlled via the menu setting.

(CT) Communicated TOF Commands – This command causes the printer to ignore DPL TOF (Gap, Continuous, and Reflective) commands; instead, the sensor type is controlled via the menu setting.

(DE) DPI Emulation – This command allows printers with higher resolutions to emulate lower print resolutions, as follows:

• 600 DPI can emulate 300 and 203 DPI resolutions

• 400 DPI can emulate a 203 DPI resolution

(DK) Darkness – This command controls the print head strobe timing to fine-tune the HEAT setting.

(DM) Default Module – See <STX>X for command details.

(DR) Delay Rate – This command sets the number of minutes to delay between multiple batch

printings of Quick Test Labels.

(DS) Double Byte Symbol Set – See <STX>y or ySxx for command details.

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(EM) Input Mode – This command determines the printer’s mode of data processing: Standard DPL, or Line Mode. In Line Mode the printer will not parse character strings; instead, it will behave as a line printer, where each carriage return terminated line of data will be printed on the label according to a stored template. See Appendix S for details.

(EN) End Character – This command terminates a <STX>Kc string.

(EP) End of Print – This command defines the programmable signal output that signifies the End

of Print (EOP) process:

Value

3 Active Low Outputs a logic low (zero) following printing.

4 Active High Outputs a logic high (one) following printing.

1 Low Pulse Outputs a low pulse (approximately 30 milliseconds long) following printing.

2 High Pulse

Units End of Print Interpretation

Outputs a high pulse (approximately 30 milliseconds long) following printing.

(EQ) Start of Print – This command defines the type of programmable signal input required to control the Start of Print (SOP) process:

Value Units Start of Print Interpretation

3 Active Low SOP signal must go low for at least 50 milliseconds to initiate printing.

4 Active High SOP signal must go high for at least 50 milliseconds to initiate printing.

(ES) ESC Sequences – This command allows data containing invalid ESC control code sequences to be processed (helpful because some systems send a “banner” to the printer). When set to ‘Disabled,’ ESC sequences are ignored and the data is processed. Bitmapped font downloads are disabled in this mode.

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(ET) Exact Time – This command set the printer to wait until the system is idle before the next label’s data and time fields are formatted to eliminate any discrepancy between the buffered and printed times.

(EV) Empty Sensor Level – This command sets threshold value for the ‘Empty’ media sensor parameter.

(FA) Format Attribute – See the “An” (in Label Formatting Command Functions) command for details.

(FE) Font Emulation –This command allows font substitution for all Datamax internal fonts, allowing a new default font to be defined without changing the host DPL data streams. Selecting a default font that supports a desired character set could match with third party software to print native characters without modifying the PC drivers. In other words, match the PC font with the Printer Font then no interpretation would be required by driver or printer. Depending on host drivers, the user may have to disable Symbol Set commands and modify the Default Symbol set.

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(FH) Fault Handling – This command determines the level of user intervention and the disposition of the label being printed when a fault condition (ribbon out, media out, etc.) occurs.

Value Units / Interpretation Selection / Definition

Interaction Level,

where:

0 = No Reprint;

1 = Standard;

and,

In No Reprint Mode (0), printing stops and a fault message is displayed. After the problem is corrected, the FEED Key must be pressed to clear the fault. The label in process is not reprinted.

In Standard Mode (1), printing stops and a fault message is displayed. After the problem is corrected, the FEED Key must be pressed to clear the fault. The label in process is reprinted.

In Void and Retry Mode (2), depending upon the RETRY COUNT, one of the following actions when faulted:

 If the Retry Count has not been exceeded, ‘VOID’ is printed on

the label in process and reprinting occurs automatically;

 If the Retry Count has been exceeded, printing stops and a fault

message is displayed. After the problem is corrected, the FEED Key must be pressed to clear the fault. The label in process is reprinted; or,

2 = Void and Retry

 If the CANCEL Key is pressed, the operator now has the option

of canceling the reprint:

To allow the reprint, press the ESCAPE Key or to cancel the reprint, press the ENTER Key (the operator now has the option of canceling the entire label batch by pressing the ENTER Key again.)

 Note: VOID will not be printed when insufficient text space exists (see VOID DISTANCE, below) or if the fault occurs after the label reaches its Present Distance at, or above, the TOF).

Void Distance

(.10 - 2.00)

Sets the distance (.10 - 2.00) to backup the faulted label to print ‘VOID’ on its trailing edge, which also indirectly establishes the font size of the void message.

Only used with the RFIF or Scanner option installed and operating.

Retry Count

(0 – 3)

Establishes the number of times (0 – 3) the printer will attempt to

reprint a label. If the last label printed in this count has been voided, the printer will stop and display a fault message.

Enable / disable

Y,N

Retract from presented distance prior to feed-clear motion. This

option is intended for use with applicator equipment that may require certain GPIO signals for proper operation.

Table 5-2: Fault Handling Command

Example:

<STX>KcFHD112<CR>

(The example configures the printer to back up and print a one-inch “VOID” message on a label when a fault is detected; if two successive faults occur during the printing of that label then the FEED Key must be pressed to clear the fault.)

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(FM) Feedback Mode – See <STX>a for command details.

(FS) Slew Speed – This command controls the rate of label movement between printing areas

when the GPIO port is used; see Appendix L for ranges.

(GE) GPIO Equipped – This command is used to interface the printer to external controlling devices (see Appendix J):

Value Units / Interpretation GPIO Enable Definition

A Applicator Enables the GPIO for a label applicator.

V Verifier Enables the GPIO for a bar code verifier.

N Disabled Disables the GPIO Port.

(GM) Gap / Mark Value – This command sets threshold value for the media sensor’s ‘gap / mark’ parameter.

(GR) Gain Reflective Value – This command sets the sensitivity of the reflective media sensor.

(GS) GPIO Slew – This command sets the GPIO slew function and control:

Value Slew Interpretation

0 Standard (Active Low)

1 Low Pulse *

2 High Pulse *

3 Slews while low (Active Low)

4 Slews while high (Active High)

* Pulse must be at least 60 milliseconds in length. Functions as if pressing the Feed Key, clearing

alarms and advancing media.

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(HB) Head Bias – This command instructs the printer to switch the dot zero position: as viewed from the printer’s front panel (or label output side) – when dot zero occupies the left-most location on the print head then printing is left justified; when dot zero occupies the right-most location, printing is right justified.

(HC) Head Cleaning – This command controls the print head cleaning routine. The entered value specifies the inch (or centimeter) count to reach before prompting a print head cleaning. If the number specified is exceeded three times, the printer will fault until cleaning is initiated.

 Note: The number specified is multiplied by one thousand. Zero disables this function.

(HE) Heat – See Hnn for command details.

(HT) Host Timeout – This command controls the number of seconds a communications port must

be idle before the printer may process data from a different port. The value is also used to “timeout” an image / label format download (i.e., if, at any time, data flow stops before a complete label format is received, the data will be ignored).

(IC) Ignore Control Codes – This command allows the user to remove control codes (< 20 Hex) in the data field. The selected line terminator is processed. When enabled, DPL Control Code (SOH, STX, CR, ESC, and ^) characters are removed from the data string. (Note that some fonts do have printable characters in this range and they will not be printed when enabled.)

(IE) Ignore Distances – This command, when enabled, prevents <STX>O processing that will change the start of print position.

(IL) Imaging Mode – This command instructs the printer whether to pre-image the label format:

Value

M Multiple Label

S Single Label

Units / Interpretation Imaging Mode Definition

The printer images multiple labels as memory permits, achieving the fastest throughput; however, if timestamping, the time will reflect the moment the label is imaged rather than when actually printed. The printer images the next label only after the previous label has been successfully printed. Single processing provides time-stamps that are more accurate, but it slows label throughput time.

 Note: This selection can affect the accuracy of time-stamped labels and label throughput.

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(IM) Internal Module – This command sets the number of 1K blocks (or 4K blocks for nondisplay models, see the <STX>KM command) allocated for the internal RAM ‘D’ module.

(LA) Label Alignment – This command prevents labels with lengths that are less than the distance between the print head and the Media Sensor from being wasted at power-up. See the appropriate Operator’s Manual for specific information. Unless otherwise noted, the following information pertains to all non-display models:

Value /

Mode

N =

Disabled

A =

Auto

Y =

Enabled

Media Type Description / Operation

6.5-inch and greater (≥

16.51 cm) die-cut, notched, reflective, continuous, and multiple form lengths.

When disabled, non-display printers begin printing at the current location, unless equipped with RTC (Real Time Clock); see note below.

The EX2 assumes the label position has not moved while power was off and that no system changes have occurred.

In auto mode, the printer will verify the label position using the provided Alignment Length before printing the first label after power-up.

Press and hold the FEED Key four seconds so the printer will measure the length of the label.

6.5-inch or less (≤16.51 cm) die-cut, notched, and

The EX2 will only measure the label length when new label stock is loaded.

reflective.

When enabled, the printer will verify the label position using the provided Alignment Length before printing the first label after power-up.

Specify the Label Alignment Length using the <STX>KcAL command, or the Setup Menu.

 Note: The Real Time Clock (RTC) option allows the position-state of the label to be stored, thus

eliminating the need for an alignment prior to the printing of the first label (assuming the label position has not moved while AC power was removed). If the label stock has been changed then a Forced Alignment (press and hold the FEED Key 4 seconds) is recommended.

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Table 5-3: Label Alignment Command

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(LE) Legacy Emulation – This command enables the <STX>O and <STX>f print positioning commands to allow backward compatibility with label formats that were designed for the Allegro

Prodigy®, and Prodigy Plus® (If the printer is display-equipped, also Prodigy Max

emulation).

(LR) Label Rotation – This command sets label rotation, allowing formats to be flipped 180 degrees.

(LS) Language Select – This command selects the language for the menu system messages and configuration label. Only languages that are resident will be available.

(LM) Label Store – This command selects the level of stored format recall to include the labelformatting command fields, or the label-formatting command fields and the printer state.

(LW) Label Width – This command sets the maximum limit for the printable width. Objects extending beyond this limit will NOT print; see Appendix K. (For non-display models also see the <STX>KW command.)

 Note: The EX2 requires this command prior to the start of a label format command (<STX>L).

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(MCC) Module Command – This command adjusts the size of Flash module on the optional Expansion Card according to the table below (see Appendix K for appropriate module details):

Value Module Command Units / Interpretation

Zxx xx

Gxx xx

Size: 1 – 7 Mbytes. This is the amount to be allocated to Module

memory will be allocated to Module

Size: 1 – 56, in 128 Kbytes blocks. This is the amount to be allocated to Module

any remaining memory will be allocated to Module

Z; any remaining

Table 5-4: Module Command

(ML) Maximum (Label) Length – See <STX>M for command details.

(MM) Menu Mode – This command sets the menu access level of the printer – where User is a

basic listing of menu settings and controls, and Advanced is a full menu listing.

(MT) Media Type – This command selects the printing method: Direct Thermal for use with heat sensitive media or Thermal Transfer for use with media requiring a ribbon to create an image. (For non-display models also see the <STX>KD command.)

(MV) Mark Value – This command sets threshold value for the reflective media sensor’s ‘mark’ parameter.

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(NT) Network Setup – This command configures the printer for an Ethernet connection. Each octet must be zero-filled to be properly interpreted (e.g., an IP Address of 10.12.0.243 must be sent to the printer as 010.012.000.243).

Value Parameter Interpretation Default Value

Is Discovery (DHCP or Bootp), where a:

G yyy.yyy.yyy.yyy

I xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx

N xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx

P xxxx

S yyy.yyy.yyy.yyy

Y = Enable N = Disable

Is the Gateway Address, where:

y = 0 to 9

Is the IP Address, where:

x = 0 to 9

Is the SNMP Trap Address, where:

x = 0 to 9

Is the Port number, where:

x = 0 to 9

Is the Subnet Mask, where:

y = 0 to 9

Is SNMP enable, where a:

Y = Enable N = Disable

000.000.000.000

192.168.010.026

000.000.000.000

255.255.255.000

9100

U xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx

W xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx

Y xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx

Z xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx

* Prior to the introduction of WiFi, 192.0.0.192 was the IP default value and the Subnet Mask was 0.0.0.0.

Is the WINS2 Address, where:

x = 0 to 9

Is WiFi enable, where a:

Y = Enable N = Disable

Is the WINS1 Address, where:

x = 0 to 9

Is the DNS1 Address, where:

x = 0 to 9

Is the DNS2 Address, where:

x = 0 to 9

000.000.000.000

Table 5-5: Network Setup

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Example:

<STX>KcNTI010.012.000.243;NTS255.255.000.000;NTG010.012.254.254;NTDN; <CR>

The command string above is typical of a network setup string (where the values meanings are shown in the following table). This configuration setup command string may be included with any other Kc sub-commands.

Sub-commands and Values Interpretation

NTI010.012.000.243

NTS255.255.000.000

NTG010.012.254.254

NTDN

IP Address: 10.12.0.243

Subnet Mask: 255.255.0.0

Gateway Address: 10.12.254.254

DHCP is disabled

(NR) No Reprint – This command controls the label reprint function following the correction of a fault condition. Upon detection of a fault (ribbon out, paper out, etc.), printing stops and a fault indicator is illuminated. After the problem is corrected, the FEED Key must be pressed to clear the fault and resume normal operation. When enabled, the label in process is not reprinted.

(NS) Disable Symbol Set Selection – This command prevents the <STX>y and y commands from changing the default single-byte symbol set. When enabled, DPL Symbol Set commands are ignored.

 Note: When enabled, the only way to change the current symbol set is with the <STX>KcAS

command.

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(OF) Option Feedback Mode – This command configures the printer to output the status of the RFID or Scanner option to the active port, as follows.

 Note: 10.xx firmware is required; and, not supported on the I-4208 printer.

Value Option Feedback Mode Units / Interpretation

= Disable

D, Rx, S

RFID Enable, where x is the response format, as follows:

= Scanner Enable

A = ASCII H = Hexadecimal

Table 5-6: Option Feedback Command

Once enabled, the printer will report information about the results of the last label printed. One response per label is returned to the host (this includes each voided and retried label). The format and contents of the returned information is as follows:

Printer response format:

Where:

<A;B;C;D;E;F>[CR]

- Device type: R = RFID S = Scanner

- Resulting status: C = entire label complete F = faulted (failed) label U = unknown

- The number of expected reads for bar codes or tags, given in

two characters.

- The number of good reads for bar codes or tags, given in two

characters.

- The printer’s internal Job Identifier and Sub Job Identifier,

given in four characters each.

- The data read, delimited with semicolons (;) if multiple reads.

RFID response sample differences: Since RFID commands vary in operation, the data returned also differs. Write commands return entire tag data; Write/Verify commands return the data written; and, Read commands return data and length requested in the specified format. (See Appendix T for a listing of commands.)

Write response example:

<R;C;00;00;0013:0001>[CR]

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Write/Verify hexadecimal response example:

<R;C;01;01;0012:0001;446174616D61782077726974657320524649442062657374>[CR]

Read hexadecimal response example:

<R;C;01;01;0013:0001;446174616D61782077726974657320524649442062657374>[CR]

Write/Verify ASCII response example:

<R;C;01;01;0012:0001; Datamax writes RFID best >[CR]

Read ASCII response example:

<R;C;01;01;0013:0001; Datamax writes RFID best >[CR]

Scanner response samples:

A successfully read label example:

<S;C;03;03;0002:0001;DATA1;DATA2;DATA3>[CR]

A failed label, successfully retried:

<S;F;02;01;0002:0001;DATA1>[CR] <S;C;02;02;0002:0001;DATA1;DATA2>[CR]

(PA) Present Adjust – This command fine-tunes the Present Distance setting in dots to compensate for slight mechanical differences sometimes evident if multiple printers share label formats. The

228). <STX>KcQQQ response shows the

EX2 accepts this command for backward compatibility only, limited in range (28-

Present Adjust Fine Tune (PJ) equivalent value.

(PC) Print Contrast – This command adjusts the relative print edge (gray) component of the print quality, which allows fine-tuning for specific media/ribbon mix.

(PD) Present Distance – This command sets the label stop position past the start of print. When the next label format is received, the printer will automatically backfeed to the start position. If the present distance is set to zero, the printer will operate without reversing. (See Stop Location, below).

(PE) Peel Mode – This command, when enabled, specifies that a Feed operation be prevented when the label is presented and not removed, or if the printer is to wait for the GPIO start of print signal.

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(PJ) Present Adjust Fine Tune – This command fine-tunes the Present Distance setting in dots to compensate for slight mechanical differences sometimes evident if multiple printers share label formats.

(PL) Printer Level – This command is used to upgrade the software feature level of the printer.

(PM) Pause Mode – See <STX>J for command details.

(PO) Paper Empty – This command sets the length of travel before an out of stock condition is

declared.

(PP) Parallel Direction – This command controls the parallel port communications settings:

Value Parallel Direction Units / Interpretation

x = Port ID: A or B

z = Direction: U (unidirectional – one-way communication); or,

B (bi-directional – IEEE 1284 back-channel operation).

Table 5-7: Parallel Communications Configuration Command

(PS) Present Sensor Equipped – This command allows the printer to sense the present sensor option. A or Y - automatically senses device presence; if undetected, no error will be generated. E

- enables the device, where its presence must be detected; otherwise, a fault is generated. N or D disables device detection. See <STX>V for command details. (Note that the value range for nondisplay printers is only Y, or N. Also see the <STX>KD command.)

(pS) Print Speed – See P (in Label Formatting Command Functions) for command details.

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(PT) Tear Position – This command sets the label stopping location at the tear plate on the printer’s cover.

 Note: Not recommended for use with non-display printers, instead see Stop Location (SL).

(PV) Paper Value – This command sets threshold value for the media sensor’s ‘paper’ parameter.

(PW) Password – This command modifies the numeric password required to access the menu

system when security is enabled. If security is enabled, enter the new password followed by the old password (with no spaces) in this form: XXXXXXXX

(QQ) Configuration Query – This command requires a parameter of either K or Q. K causes the printer to respond with the Printer Key, used for generating Upgrade Codes. A parameter value of Q causes the printer to respond with the current configuration settings. The <STX>Kc response command stream format is sent to the host computer via the same port as the query containing all parameters controlled by the <STX>Kc command, and may be used for restoring the printer’s configuration or for configuring other printers.

(RA) Row Adjust – This command shifts the vertical start of print position (in dots) to fine-tune the Row Offset setting to compensate for slight mechanical differences sometimes evident if multiple printers share label formats. Note that the

EX2 accepts this command for backward

compatibility only, limited in range (28-228). <STX>KcQQQ response shows the Row Adjust Fine Tune (RF) equivalent value.

(RB) Reflective TOF Bias – This command allows the manual entry for the control voltage level to recognize a label “gap” or “mark.”

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(RD) Reflective TOF Delta – This command allows the manual entry for the control of the low- level voltage difference level to recognize a label “gap” or “mark.”

(RE) Ribbon Saver Equipped – This command allows the printer to sense the ribbon saver option. A or Y - automatically senses device presence; if undetected, no error is generated. E enables the device, where its presence must be detected; otherwise, a fault is generated. N or D disables device detection. See <STX>R for command details.

(RF) Row Adjust Fine Tune – This command shifts the vertical start of print position in dots (see Appendix K) upward or downward to fine-tune the Row Offset setting to compensate for slight mechanical differences sometimes evident if multiple printers share label formats.

(RG) Reflective TOF Gain – This command allows the manual entry for the control of the voltage to the LED emitter of the Media Sensor.

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(RI) RFID Configuration – This command configures the optional RFID interface module, as follows:

Table 5-8: RFID Configuration Set Commands

Value Units / Interpretation RFID Configuration Definition / Function

D = Disable Disables the RFID module. (“N” is also a valid disabler.)

H = HF Enables the RFID module for HF (Securakey).

U = UHF Enables the RFID module for UHF Class 1 (Alien).

where n:

M = UHF Enables the RFID module for UHF Multi-Protocol (Samsys).

AIhh

where hh: 2-Chararacter Hex ID Sets the Application Family Identifier (AFI), (HF only)

ALn

and where n:

E = Enable,

D = Disable

Allows locking the AFI after writing (HF only)

DIhh

where hh: 2-Chararacter Hex ID Sets the Data Storage Format Identifier (DSFID), (HF only)

DLn

and where n:

E = Enable,

D = Disable

Allows locking the DSFID after writing (HF only)

Shh

where hh: 2-Chararacter Hex ID Sets the Electronic Article Surveillance (EAS) set, representing the manufacturer’s code. (HF only)

Lhh

where hh: 2-Chararacter Hex ID Sets the Lock Code (Alien UHF only)

where n: 0 – 9 Sets the number of retries for RFID functions

where n:

E = Enable,

D = Disable

Allows locking the tag after writing.

where n:

E = Enable,

D = Disable

Allows erasures of the tag on error (HF only)

Pxxx

where xxx: 3-digit value

Sets the tag encoding position: A value of 0.00 causes the print position to be used; or, a value greater than 0 causes the presented position to be used. (Subject to change.)

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Value Units / Interpretation RFID Configuration Definition / Function

Tn where n:

0 = ISO 15693 1 = Texas Instruments 2 = Philips 3 = ST Micro LRI 512 4 = ST Micro LRI 64

Establishes the tag type (HF only).

Nn where n:

64 = 64-bit 96 = 96-bit

Sets the UHF tag data size (Samsys UHF only).

Un where n:

0 = EPC 0 1 = EPC 0+ Matrics 2 = EPC 0+ Impinj 3 = EPC 1 4 = ISO 18000-6A 5 = ISO 18000-6B 6 = UCODE EPC 1.19 7 = EM 4022/4222 8 = Gen 2

Sets the UHF tag type (Samsys UHF only).

Vn where n: = a value from -4 to +4 Adjusts the power, in dBmn (Samsys UHF only).

Table 5-8: RFID Configuration Set Commands (continued)

Example:

<STX>KcRIMH;RIA11E;RID22E;RIS04;RIR3;RIWE;RIEE;RIP000<CR>

The above example sets the printer to HF, protect after write AFI 11, protect after write DFSID 22, set EAS Bit (Mfg. Code 0x04), allow 3 tries for each read or write attempt, lock after writing, erase the tag if there is an error, and use a position of 0.00.

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(RL) Ribbon Low Diameter – This command sets the threshold for a low ribbon indication, where nnnn is the diameter in hundredths of inches.

(RM) Rewinder Equipped – This command allows the printer to sense the powered internal rewind option. A or Y - automatically senses device presence; if undetected, no error is generated. E - enables the device, where its presence must be detected; otherwise, a fault is generated. N or D - disables device detection.

(RN) Reflective No Paper Minimum – This command sets the media sensor’s reading for the Out Of Stock (OOS) condition.

(RO) Row Offset – See Rnnnn (in Label Formatting Command Functions) for command details.

(RP) Ribbon Low Pause – This command (when enabled) pauses the printer when a Ribbon Low

Diameter warning is declared; the PAUSE Button must be pressed to continue printing.

(RR) Rewinder Adjust – This command changes the torque applied by the powered rewinder, in percentage points of the nominal force, to minimize TOF registration drift (sometimes evident when using small or narrow media).

(RS) Ribbon Low Signal – This command sets the signal output type for the Ribbon Low Diameter condition when using the optional GPIO (see Appendix J).

(RV) Reflective Paper Value – This command sets the threshold value for the reflective media sensor’s paper parameter.

(RW) Retract Delay – This command sets a time delay for the retraction of a presented label, where the time specified is multiplied by ten milliseconds.

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(SA) SOP Adjust – This command sets the start of print (SOP) location, relative to the top of form. See <STX>O for command details. The

EX2 accepts this command for backward

compatibility only, limited in range (28-228). The <STX>KcQQQ response shows the Row Adjust Fine Tune (RF) equivalent value.

(SC) Scalable Cache – This command sets the number of 1K blocks allocated for the scaleable font engine. Available memory dependent upon model; see Appendix K. (For non-display models see the <STX>KS command.)

(SE) SOP Emulation – This command enables the <STX>O and <STX>f print positioning commands to allow backward compatibility with label formats designed for other printers.

(SF) Save As Filename – This command, which may be sent separately or included as the last command in an <STX>Kc command string, saves the effective printer configuration to a file in Flash memory with a .dcm file extension.

(SG) Sensor Gain Value – This command sets the control of the voltage to the LED emitter of the Media Sensor.

(SH) Scalable Heap – This command sets a working “scratch pad space” in DRAM for scalable font construction.

(Sl) Security Lock – This command provides the ability to password-protect all printer settings made through the User Interface, as follows:

Value Security Function

Nxxxx

Yxxxx

Txxxx

Where xxxx is the current password, this disables Menu protection.

Where xxxx is a new password, this enables Menu protection and sets a new password.

Where xxxx is a new password, this enables Menu protection, disables the User Interface Test Button functions, and sets a new password.

Table 5-9: Security Lock Command

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(SL) Stop Location – This command sets the label stopping (and in certain cases the starting) location, as follows:

Value Stop Location

Automatically sets the stop location. Installed options will be ‘auto-sensed’ and the appropriate stop position will automatically be set. Host commands are ignored.

Sets stop position according to options installed. If no options are installed the printer sets stop location to the next label’s start of print. Host commands will override. The stop location (present distance) may be controlled dynamically by the host using the <STX>f or <STX>Kf commands. This selection has the same effect as <STX>KD Ignore Host Distance bit value 0.

Sets the stop location to approximately 2 mm behind the peel bar edge, a nominal peel position. The Present Sensor status and this setting are independent.

Sets the stop location to a nominal cut position. For die-cut media, the position is just following the end of the label. The cutter status and this setting are independent.

Sets the stop location to that of the tear bar on the printer cover.

Sets the stop location to the start of the next label, equivalent to setting the <STX>KD Ignore Host Distance bit value 1.

Table 5-10: Stop Location Command

(SM) Maximum (Label) Length Ignore – This command controls recognition of the <STX>M command.

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