Datamax MP Compact4 Mark II Operator's Manual page 30

Approved Media
To achieve optimum print quality and maximum printhead life, Datamax-O'Neil specifies the use of
Datamax-O'Neil brand media. These supplies are specially formulated for use in our printers; use of non-
Datamax-O'Neil supplies may affect the print quality, performance, and life of the printer or its
components.
For a current list of approved media and ribbons for use in direct thermal and thermal transfer
applications, please contact a Media Representative at (407) 523-5650.
Designator
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
[1]
The reflective (black) mark must be carbon based, placed on the backside of the stock, and the
reflectance shall be less than 10% at wavelengths of 950 and 640 nm.
[2]
The maximum allowable length of the combined label and gap (or mark) measurement cannot exceed
99.99 inches.
S i d e V i e w
I
J
E
Media Dimensions
Description
label width
liner width
gap (or notch) between labels
[2]
label length
media thickness
notch opening width
distance from the media's edge to the
media sensor aperture (left justified)
reflective (black) mark width
distance between reflective marks
[2]
reflective mark length
Top View
G
F
H
D
A
B
Maximum
4.5" (115mm)
4.5 (115mm)
[2]
.12 (3mm)
.0071 (180μm)
Short Sensor
Long Sensor
.08 (2mm)
[1]
4.5 (115mm)
[2]
.12 (3mm)
A-2
C
[1]
Minimum
1.58 (40mm)
1.58 (40mm)
.067 (1.7mm)
– .39 (10mm)
.0023 (58μm)
– .20 (5mm)
– .90 (23mm)
.067 (1.7mm)
1.58 (40mm)
– .39 (10mm)
.067 (1.7mm)
[1]