Configuring the Software or Printer Driver
Many printer settings may also be controlled by your printer’s driver or
label preparation software. Refer to the driver or software documentation
for more information.
16 Brady X-PLUS Series User’s Guide
Press Display Shows Action/Explanation
- PRINTER READY Normal printer operation.
DARKNESS
Press the BLACK OVAL keys to increase or decrease the print
darkness setting. (You may need to change this setting when
you print your label.)
PRINT MODE
Press the BLACK OVAL keys to select tear-off, peel-off, cutter,
or rewind mode.
MEDIA TYPE
Press the BLACK OVAL keys to select continuous or
non-continuous media type. (If you choose continuous
media, you must also include a label length instruction in
your label format.)
SENSOR TYPE
Press the BLACK OVAL keys to select transmissive or black
mark sensing mode. Unless your media has black marks on
the back, leave your printer at the default setting (web).
PRINT METHOD
Press the BLACK OVAL keys to select thermal transfer (if you
are using ribbon) or direct thermal (no ribbon).
MAXIMUM
LENGTH
Press the BLACK OVAL keys to set the value that is closest to,
but not less than, the length of the label you are using.
SAVE SETTINGS
Press the BLACK OVAL keys to select:
PERMANENT -- saves the changes when the power is turned
off.
Press NEXT/SAVE to accept the selection.
- PRINTER READY
You have exited the configuration mode and are now ready
to calibrate the printer.