Operation Mode Selection - SATO CW408 Operator's Manual

Preliminary
Section 8: Appendix

8.2 OPERATION MODE SELECTION

There are four modes of printer operation: Continuous, Tear-off, Cutter and Dispenser mode. The differences
are the ways in which the media and liner are ejected. Before printer configuration, one must determine which
mode will be used. This section identifies the functional differences among the four.
Continuous mode
With this mode of operation, the media remains in position for printing at all times. To do so, means that the
previous printed media is only available for removal when one to four additional media have been printed
(quantity depends on media size). This mode of operation is specifically suited for printing bulk quantities to
be applied later on.
Tear-off mode
With this mode of operation, after a batch of printing, the printer feeds the last media so that it is fully extended
out of the printer's front for removal.
Upon receiving the next print data, the printer retracts the media so that the next media in line may be printed,
then the printer feeds it. This cycle repeats for each batch of printing.
Cutter mode
With the optional cutter unit installed and enabled, this mode of operation will cut individual printed media or in
multiples. The media will be advanced to the cutter blade, cut the media, and the unprinted media will retract
for positioning of the next printing.
Dispenser mode
When the optional dispenser is installed and enabled, this mode of operation will peel the liner (backing
paper) from the printed label as it is advanced to the printer's front. Once the printed label has been removed
from the printer for application, the unprinted media will retract and position itself so the next label may be
printed.
This operation mode is specifically applicable to print operations where the label is to be immediately
adhered.
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