Hex Dump Mode - Datamax Iclass Operator's Manual

6.2 Hex Dump Mode

Hex Dump Mode is a useful tool for diagnosing problems, including communication and
DPL syntax errors, allowing a comparison of input strings (sent by host) to output data
(received by printer). To decode this information, the Class Series 2 Programmer's Manual is
an essential reference.
To begin, go to DIAGNOSTICS and enable HEX DUMP MODE; see Section 4.2.7. Exit the
menu and save your changes. Afterward, HEX DUMP MODE will be indicated by the LCD and
all data sent to the printer will be output in hexadecimal code along with the ASCII
equivalents.
After sending a label format to the printer, the output will be immediate (see sample
below). As a final note, many software programs use bit mapping to construct the format,
making diagnosis difficult. Contact Datamax Technical Support with any questions.
Note: To return to Ready Mode, re-enter the DIAGNOSTICS and disable HEX DUMP
MODE. Exit the menu and save the changes.
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