Brady 200M Printer User Manual


 
die-cut labels, ticket and tag stock, continuous roll, and fanfold
media.
Media may be rewound internally onto standard three-inch cores
if the Rewind Spindle option is installed. With the Peel-off
option, backing material may be rewound internally.
Ribbons for the M-Series Printer are supplied on cores in standard
widths and lengths.
In addition to the Brady M-Series Printer, you will need the
following items to form a complete label preparation system:
Label, ticket, or tag stock
An intelligent device, such as a computer, for data entry
or entry of ZPL II formats
A data communication cable to connect the controlling de-
vice to the printer (remote installations may require addi-
tional cables and communication devices, such as modems
and/or protocol converters)
Thermal transfer ribbon (if using Thermal Transfer Mode)
Print quality not only depends on the Brady M-Series Printer, but
also on the print media. Factors such as reflectivity and contrast
are important for bar code scanning applications. Factors such as
paper abrasion and temperature requirements are important in
maintaining the life of the printhead.
We STRONGLY RECOMMEND the use of Brady-brand media
for continuous high quality printing. A wide range of paper,
polypropylene, polyester, and vinyl stock has been specifically
engineered to enhance the printing capabilities of the printer and
to ensure against premature printhead wear.
Continuous roll form paper, fanfold media, or cardstock with
optional perforations and registration holes may be used. The
260M can use “black-mark media”—media having a black mark
printed on the liner side for use in positioning the labels. The life
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