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Print Darkness
Command Structure <ESC>#Ea
a = Print Darkness Value
(see note 2 for allowable range)
Example: <ESC>#E2
Placement: Must be placed immediately after <ESC>A and
immediately before <ESC>Z in its own separate data
stream
Default: 2
Command Function To specify a new print darkness settings. This command allows
software control of the darkness setting for unique media and ribbon
combinations.
Input to Printer
#E2
Printer Output There is no printer output for this command.
Special Notes 1. This becomes the new setting in the printer configuration for all
subsequent print jobs, unless changed. The setting is stored in
non-volatile memory and is not affected by cycling power.
2. The allowable ranges for heat settings are:
Heat Range CL408e/CL412e CL608e/CL612e
a 1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
3 The lighest setting is the smallest value and the darkest setting is
the largest value.
SATO CL Series “e” Printers PN 9001074 Preliminary Page 5-61
Section 5. Programming Reference