Label Alignment; Label Alignment = Yes - Datamax M-Class Operator's Manual

4.6 Label Alignment

The Label Alignment function is intended for use when the label length is less than the distance between the printhead and
the media sensor or where label waste at power-up is a concern. Label Alignment (see table below) is not recommended for
label lengths greater than 6.5 inches or for media containing 2 or more form lengths.
The Label Alignment function is chosen via the menu system (see Section 4.5) or by host commands. The three possible
modes, YES, AUTO, and NO, are detailed in the following sections.

4.6.1 Label Alignment = YES

In this mode, the operator must supply an 'ALIGN LENGTH' value.
This value must be physically measured from leading edge to leading
edge of two successive labels, as shown. The measurement must be as
accurate as possible. For very short labels, errors as small as 0.01" can
result in noticeable print variations on the labels between the media
sensor and the printhead.
The measured value must be sent to the printer via the host computer or
entered using the Printer Setup Mode (see Section 4.5).
Then, in Normal Mode, press and hold the
seconds). The printer will align the label to the top of form position.
Note: If media with a different label length is subsequently loaded, the 'ALIGN LENGTH' must be recalculated and re-entered.
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Label Stock
Continuous
6.5 inches or less
6.5 inches or more
Multiple length labels
button (about 4
FEED
Label Alignment Setting
NO
YES or AUTO
NO
NO
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