Setting The Printer To The Factory Defaults - Datamax Label Printer Operator's Manual

The second label printed is the test pattern label. This label is used to
determine whether the printhead is in need of replacement. 'Good' and
'Bad' Test Pattern labels are shown below:

1.11 Setting the Printer to the Factory Defaults

With the printer off, press and hold the feed button while turning the
printer on. Continue to hold the feed button for 60 seconds and then
release. The printer will now be set to the 'Factory Defaults', which
are shown in Table 1-1.
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Figure 1-13 Printhead Test Label
Function
Baud Rate
Word Length
Print Method
Cutter
Paper Type
Table 1-1 Factory Default Settings
Good Test Label: Indicates
that the printhead is operating
normally.
Bad Test Label: Streaks in
test label indicate a dirty or
faulty printhead.
(See Chapter 3 for cleaning
and replacement.)
Value
9600
8 bits
direct thermal
standard
disabled
gap
Ovation 2