Defining The Backfeed Control Packet; Clearing Packets From Memory - Avery Dennison Monarch 9419 Reference Manual

D e f i n i n g t h e B a c k f e e d C o n t r o l P a c k e t
Use the backfeed control packet (G) to enable or disable the backfeed option, set the dispense
position and the backfeed distance. Backfeed works by advancing each printed label to the
desired dispense position. Once that label is removed, the next label to be printed is backed up
underneath the printhead.
In continuous mode, only the last label in the batch is advanced to the dispense position. Adjust
the dispense position to allow labels to be removed, die cut labels to be removed easily, or to
prevent them from falling off. While the printer is active, the backfeed distance cannot be
changed.
The dispense position and backfeed distance are optional parameters that do not have to be
specified. However, they allow for greater precision when positioning the supply.
Syntax
{I,G,action,dis_pos,bkfd_dis | }
G1. G
G2. action
G3. dis_pos
G4. bkfd_dis
Example
{I,G,1,50,20 | }
Enables backfeed and sets the dispense position to 0.25 inches (50/203) and the backfeed
distance to 0.10 inches (20/203).
C l e a r i n g P a c k e t s f r o m M e m o r y
Remove packets from the printer to increase memory storage capacity or if the formats/fonts are
no longer needed. In some cases, turning the printer off may clear the packets from memory. If
not, send a format clear packet.
Syntax
{header,packet#,action,device | }
1. header
2. packet#
3. action
4. device
Backfeed Control Packet
Action. Options:
0 disable backfeed (default)
1 enable backfeed
Dispense Position. Adjusts the stopping point of the label. Range: 10 to
200 dots (default 65 dots).
Backfeed Distance. Amount to move label backwards. 10 to 200 dots
(default 65 dots). This distance cannot be greater than the dispense
position.
The backfeed distance should equal the dispense position.
When tearing supplies (instead of peeling), the backfeed distance must be
30 dots (.150 inches) less than the dispense position. The 30-dot
difference accounts for improper tearing of butt cut supplies to prevent
exposed adhesive under the printhead. However, that adds a 30 dot non-
print zone on the supply.
Identifies the packet. Options:
A Check Digit Scheme
F Format
G Graphic
W Font
Identification number of the packet to clear (1 to 999) or font number
(0 to 9999). 0 is for all fonts.
Action. Enter C to clear the packet.
Storage device. Options:
F Flash
M Memory card (optional)
R Volatile RAM
Configuring the Printer 2-13