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Calibrate the Printer
1/11/11 Z Series
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/RZ™ Series User Guide 79695L-003
Calibrate the Printer
The printer can be set to calibrate automatically, or you can calibrate it manually.
Auto Calibration
When the control panel setting for MEDIA POWER UP or HEAD CLOSE is set to
CALIBRATION, the printer automatically calibrates on power up or when the printhead is
closed. During auto calibration, the printer determines the label length and sensor settings. The
results of the auto calibration are stored in the printer’s temporary memory. These parameters
remain in effect until the next calibration is performed or until the printer is power cycled.
Manual Calibration
Perform a media and ribbon sensor calibration to reset the sensitivity of the sensors so the
media and ribbon are detected more accurately. If you change the type of ribbon or media,
your printer may operate better if you perform this calibration.
For instructions, refer to Calibrate Media and Ribbon Sensor Sensitivity on page 85.
Important • To retain calibration settings in the printer’s memory when the printer is power
cycled, you must save the changes permanently. See Exit Setup Mode on page 69.
Note • If the control panel settings for MEDIA POWER UP or HEAD CLOSE are set to
LENGTH, NO MOTION, or FEED, the printer starts printing without auto calibrating. See
Select Media Power-Up Option on page 92 or Select Head Close Option on page 92.