Datamax I-4208 Printer User Manual


 
106 I-Class
Media and Ribbon Requirements (continued)
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H
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Media Dime nsions
Designator Description Maximum
[1]
Minimum
[1]
A label width 4.65 1.00
B liner width 4.65 1.00
C gap (or notch) between labels
[4]
.100
D label length
[4]
.250
E media thickness
[2]
.0100 .0025
F notch opening width .500 .200
G distance from the media’s edge to the
media sensor aperture (left justified)
2.250 .200
H reflective (black) mark width
[3]
4.65 .500
I distance between reflective marks
[4]
.500
J reflective mark length
[4]
.100
[1]
Units of measure given in inches.
[2]
If the optional Light-Duty Cutter is attached, it must be aligned to only cut liner, where
the thickness can be no greater than .005” (.127mm).
[3]
The reflective (black) mark must be carbon based, placed on the backside of the stock,
and the reflectance shall be less than 10% at wavelengths of 950 and 640 nm.
[4]
The maximum allowable length of the combined label and gap (or mark) measurement
can not exceed 99.99 inches.
Approved Media
To achieve optimum print quality and maximum printhead life, DATAMAX
brand media and ribbons are recommended. These supplies are specially
formulated for use in this printer. The use of non-Datamax supplies may affect
the print quality, performance, and life of the printer or its components (see the
Warranty Statement). Consult Section 2.1 for an overview of the different media
and ribbon types. For a current list of approved media and ribbons, contact a
Media Representative at (407) 523-5650.