Ribbon Test Label; Test Label; Validation Label - Datamax a-class mark ii Operator's Manual

4.3.2 Ribbon Test Label

The Ribbon Test Label serves as a transfer function
indicator for printers equipped with the thermal
transfer option. Consisting of a fence-oriented bar
code, this format can be used to ensure component
functions and ribbon path alignment.

4.3.3 Test Label

The Test Label serves as an indicator of printhead
functionality. The format consists of patterns that
exercise all thermal elements.

4.3.4 Validation Label

The Validation Label serves as an overall quality
indicator. Consisting of compliant fence and ladder bar
codes, assorted font sizes, and black fill patterns, this
format can be used to ensure conformance as well as
aesthetics.
68 A-Class