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MODEL 410 ECA
DIRECT THERMAL PRINTER
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
- Revised 10/06/95 MSG -
Products, names, and brands are trademarks of their respective holders.
This manual is subject to change without notice.
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1995, Microcom Corporation, Westerville, Ohio - All rights reserved.
Printed in the U.S.A.

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  • Page 1 OPERATOR'S MANUAL - Revised 10/06/95 MSG - Products, names, and brands are trademarks of their respective holders. This manual is subject to change without notice. © Copyright 1995, Microcom Corporation, Westerville, Ohio - All rights reserved. Printed in the U.S.A.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CHAPTER 2: BASIC OPERATION ..........7 UNPACKING THE 410 ECA PRINTER ......7 FRONT PANEL SWITCH AND STATUS LIGHTS .
  • Page 4 CHAPTER 8: OPTIONS ........... . 58 MICROCOM LOGO SOFTWARE ....... . . 58 APPENDIX A: LIMITED WARRANTY AND REPAIR PROCEDURES .
  • Page 5 Microcom Tag ........
  • Page 6 Table of Contents )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 410 ECA Operators Manual...

  • Page 7: Introduction

    410 ECA's memory for high speed printer access. The 410 ECA is prints on tag stock and uses a black-line sense mark for top of form registration. It offers operation in a tag/tear, batch mode, with a user-defined advance mode.
  • Page 8 )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 410 ECA Operators Manual...

  • Page 9: Chapter 1: Features And Specifications

    The Microcom 410 ECA Direct Thermal printer is designed with many standard features that are unique when compared to other printers. The 410 ECA is built to meet the demands of complicated applications and rigorous use. A guarantee of excellence in engineering is provided by fulfilling the requirements for approval by UL, CSA and the FCC.

  • Page 10: Printing

    Temperature: 0 C to 40 C operating Humidity: 10-90% non-condensing ELECTRICAL Voltage: 117 VAC nom.,60Hz Current: 3 AMPS maximum OPTIONS Cleaning kit Assorted printer cables PCX to printer logo conversion PC software 1.10 APPROVALS UL, CSA, Complies with FCC, Class A )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 410 ECA Operators Manual...
  • Page 11 Chapter 1 Features and Specifications )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) Microcom 410 ECA Printer, Front View (Note: ECA version does not have supply shaft/racks or pinch roller.) Figure 1 Microcom 410 ECA Printer, Rear View (Note: ECA version has fixed label guide.) Figure 2...

  • Page 12: Front View

    Features and Specifications Chapter 1 )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 410 ECA Operators Manual...

  • Page 13: Chapter 2: Basic Operation

    CHAPTER 2: BASIC OPERATION UNPACKING THE 410 ECA PRINTER While unpacking the printer, please check all packing materials closely to avoid misplacing any necessary parts. After the printer is removed from the box, verify that all parts are present and in good condition.

  • Page 14: Paper-Out Mode

    To return to the pre-paper out condition, tap the button while the duplicate tag is being printed. The status light will turn green and normal printing may resume. )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 410 ECA Operators Manual...

  • Page 15: The Status Light

    Table 1 LOADING PAPER following section explains dispensing mode. Refer to figures 1, 2 and 4 for the printer component )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 410 ECA Operators Manual...

  • Page 16: Status Light

    Basic Operation Chapter 2 )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) Printer Feed Mechanism (Note: ECA version does not have pinch roller.) Figure 4 )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 410 ECA Operators Manual...

  • Page 17: Normal And Tag/Tear Modes

    The Microcom 410 ECA printer and printhead should be cleaned approximately every 5,000 tags or every two weeks whichever occurs first. A Microcom cleaning kit should be used for cleaning and maintaining a Microcom printer product. It is important to note that the optimum printhead life is achieved by maintaining a clean printer and printhead.

  • Page 18: Chapter 3: Communications

    The following sections explain the communication interfaces. CABLE PINOUT Table 2 shows the signals of the 410 ECA's 9-pin RS-232 serial port. Out of the box, unless otherwise requested, the Microcom 410 ECA communicates serially at 9600 baud, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit and no parity with both hardware and software handshaking.

  • Page 19: Chapter 4: Designing Tags Using Lds

    (i.e. ^C ). You may use any text editor that does not add its own formatting characters (QEDIT, Wordstar non-document mode, DOS 5.0 EDIT, EDLIN...). Use the following DOS MODE command to set up the appropriate PC port. )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 410 ECA Operators Manual...

  • Page 20: Learning Lds

    DOS copy command. (To use the DOS copy command, first use the DOS mode instruction to configure the PC. For example, MODE COM1:9600,N,8,1,P). There are some special features offered by the 410 ECA printer that will aid tag design. For example, the autosize command (^A2^D39 ) will provide most of the header format information needed to define the different properties of tag stock.

  • Page 21: Tag Header

    The value of measurement for many of the header elements is the dot. There are 154 dots per inch on a 410 ECA print head (6 dots/mm). There is a maximum 640 dots in the X direction (width). Y direction (length) is virtually unlimited.

  • Page 22: Tag Header Parameters Of A 4" X 3" Tag

    154 = 462 dots. (154 dots = 1 inch) TAG SIZE Y DIRECTION Specifies the height of the tag in dots. WEB WEB SIZE The width, measured in dots, of the webbing that is found on the left side of the tag. )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 410 ECA Operators Manual...

  • Page 23: Print Speed

    See Table 3 for a list of print speeds, DPS values, and inches per second.higher value slows the printer down and a smaller value speeds it up. Print Speed MM/SEC INCHES PER INCHES PER SECOND MINUTE 64.0 61.4 58.9 56.3 53.8 51.2 48.6 46.1 43.5 41.0 38.4 Table 4 )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 410 ECA Operators Manual...
  • Page 24 Y DIRECTION OFFSET Equally moves all of the fields up on the tag. Also useful for adjusting a tag format to a different stock. (Note: This command consumes software time and may decrease the maximum print speed.) )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 410 ECA Operators Manual...

  • Page 25: A Sample Session With A Tag Header

    CHARACTER COUNT The number of characters that will be used in a field. If the number of characters in the selected text string is more than the quantity specified by CC, then the remainder of the )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 410 ECA Operators Manual...
  • Page 26 If the text string has less than the number of characters specified by this parameter, then only those characters defined by the text string are printed. For example, the text string - MICROCOM - would be 8 characters long. TEXT CONVERSION IDENTIFIER The selected text string will be printed according to this chart.

  • Page 27: Fonts

    0123 Standard 0123 Standard 0123 Standard 0123 Bold 0123 Standard 0123 Standard 0123 Standard 0123 Standard 0123 Standard 0123 Standard 0123 Standard Standard Standard 0123 Numeric Custom #1 Custom #2 OCR-A Upper/ Lowercase Table 5 )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 410 ECA Operators Manual...

  • Page 28: Barcode Symbologies

    Designing Labels Using LDS Chapter 4 )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) This list constitutes the barcodes available on the 410 ECA printer. Some barcodes offer different ratios to accommodate different applications. See section 7.1 on designing with barcodes for more information. Barcode Symbologies Barcode...
  • Page 29 Left Justified - Text positioned left of X co-ordinate Centered Text is centered on the X co-ordinate Above Baseline - Text positioned above the Y co-ordinate Below Baseline - Text positioned below the Y co-ordinate )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 410 ECA Operators Manual...

  • Page 30: Character Starting Positions

    5 high by 6 wide character. CMY CHARACTER MULTIPLIER Y DIRECTION Multiplies each character in the Y direction. A 5 high by 3 wide character with a CMY of 2 would produce a 10 high by 3 wide character. )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 410 ECA Operators Manual...
  • Page 31 It will form an incomplete character. CHARACTER CELL LENGTH Y DIRECTION This elements will over-ride the height of the characters in the selected character generator. This element is used only in creating lines. )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 410 ECA Operators Manual...

  • Page 32: A Sample Session With A Tag Field

    The TSN is 1, therefore we will print the entire EASY word (a TSN of 2 would have printed ASY). CLX and CLY will default to 5 and 7, respectively, so a full character will be printed. )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 410 ECA Operators Manual...

  • Page 33: Chapter 5: Printer Commands

    CHAPTER 5: PRINTER COMMANDS The 410 ECA printer has a large and versatile collection of control codes to meet the special needs of labeling applications. Most of the commands use a ^D control sequence, however the printer also recognizes a selected number of other control sequences.

  • Page 34: Printer Enquiries

    The 410 ECA printer is capable of returning responses to enquiries in three different ways depending on how the machine is programmed (see software dip switch #1, ^D21, section 5.3.

  • Page 35: Sending ^D Printer Commands

    Some commands can be substituted with equivalent control-codes. If this is the case, there will be an equivalence statement in the description. Example of Command usage: ^A3^D75^D3 (This sequence will print a batch of three tags). )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 410 ECA Operators Manual...

  • Page 36: Software Dip Switches And Eeprom Commands

    The printer will not accept these commands until this is done. COMMAND Change baud rate: Unless otherwise requested by the customer, the baud rate of a 410 ECA printer, out of the box, is 9600. (i.e. to change baud to 19200 use ^A8^D20 ) 110 Baud...
  • Page 37 Echo: If this feature is enabled, the printer will echo all received characters to the serial port. Data Bits: Choose 7 or 8 bit data. XON/XOFF: Enable or disable XON/XOFF software handshaking. Clear to Send (CTS) hardware handshaking is always enabled. )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 410 ECA Operators Manual...
  • Page 38 5.3.7 for saved format file information. Please consult your service organization if changes or additions to the fixed ROM formats are required. 6,7,8 Power-up Tag Format: These switches decide which format to use at power-up. )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 410 ECA Operators Manual...
  • Page 39 Always 0 Position: Always 0 Always 0 Response After Print: If enabled, an enquiry response will be sent back through the serial port after every print. Always 0 Always 0 Always 0 Always 0 Always 0 )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 410 ECA Operators Manual...
  • Page 40 Adjust Contrast Base: Used to adjust the contrast base point for such things as high-speed paper and printhead wear. This command is stored in the EEprom and skews the entire contrast window (^D35). This command has a ^A range of 10 to 200%. )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 410 ECA Operators Manual...

  • Page 41: Printing Commands

    Load Delay Time Between Printed Tags: Delays the printing between tags in a batch. Preceded by ^A which contains the wait in 1/10ths of a second increments. The maximum value is 650. Example usage: ^A10^D76 - introduces a one second delay between printed tags. )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 410 ECA Operators Manual...

  • Page 42: Auto-Sizing Command

    These values should be placed in the tag header for that stock. Same as ^A2^D39, but prints the values on a tag, instead of on the screen. (Note: The LCB should be set to 1 before autosizing black line stock. ^A1^D47 ) )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 410 ECA Operators Manual...

  • Page 43: Real-Time Clock

    ...where xxx is the day of the week. These values should be inserted into the Field parameters for proper clock text access: Clock Field Parameters DATA HH:MM:SS MN/DD/YR Day of Week DD/MN/YR Day of Week Table 10 )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 410 ECA Operators Manual...

  • Page 44: European Date Format

    Figure 8 0,320,20,12, 1,10,,4,, , ,10 1,320,110,20,1,11,,4 ^D56 US DATE FORMAT Figure 10 ^D57 3,,163,,,35,1,1,178 U.S. Date Format 0,320,20,34,1,10, ,4 Figure 9 0,550,80, 8,1,10,3,4 1,320,60,25,1,13, ,4 ^D56 M-410 ECA CLOCK OPTION Time Format Figure 10 )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 410 ECA Operators Manual...

  • Page 45: Serial Number Commands

    The following commands, ^D80 through ^D89, refer to the serial number function of the 410 ECA printer. The 410 ECA can increment or decrement any single serial number on the tag by any amount. However, if there is more than one serial number on the tag, it can only increment or decrement those serial numbers by one.
  • Page 46 A sample program using the single serial number feature: ^A2^D86 ^A1^D84 ^A5^D85 ^A3^D75 ^D57 1,616,297,5,6,31,1,1,43 1,435,24,2,1,14,0,,1,1,3 ^D56^D2 A sample program using the multiple serial number feature: ^A2^D88 ^A1^D88 ^A3^D89 ^A9^D75 ^D57 3,640,164,,17,30,1,1,177 1,100,20,4,1,11 2,100,40,4,1,11 3,100,60,4,1,11 ^D56 )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 410 ECA Operators Manual...

  • Page 47: Tag Header Commands

    Load number of steps past gap (SPG): ^A designates the number of steps. Load X direction offset (OFX): ^A indicates the X offset. Load Y direction offset (OFY): ^A denotes the Y offset. )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 410 ECA Operators Manual...

  • Page 48: Saving Format Files Commands

    #1 and includes all variable data for the format. File #2 also prints the tag. File #3 shows how a second saved format would look if the entire format was in one file. NOTE: <ESC> = 1B hex or ESC character )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 410 ECA Operators Manual...
  • Page 49 Chapter 5 Printer Commands )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) File #1 ^A66^D66 ;Remember, send this string first time. ^A1^D59 ^D57 4,288,193,5,19,30,1,1,148 1,100,20,10,1,10,0,2,1,1,,1 1,210,20,7,1,10,0,2,2,2,,11 1,152,154,12,12,,0,2,2,100,,18 1,130,54,12,32,,0,2,2,2,,18 ^D56 <ESC> File #2 ^A1^D58 24 PRINTS $ 3.79 20496340379 )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 410 ECA Operators Manual...
  • Page 50 ^A2^D59 ^D57 4,620,161,,18,35,1,73,3 1,120,110,50,1,11 2,120, 80,70,1,10 3,120, 60,70,1,10 4,120, 40,70,1,10 ^D56 MICROCOM CORPORATION 8333-A GREEN MEADOWS DR., N. WESTERVILLE, OH 43081 (614) 548-6262 <ESC> The above file would be selected by sending an ^A2^D58 . )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 410 ECA Operators Manual...

  • Page 51: Tag/Tear Commands

    This may cause tags to jam in the printer when the back edge of the tag meets the print head. )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 410 ECA Operators Manual...

  • Page 52: Text Strings Commands

    The printer can be programmed to enter this mode automatically upon power-up by setting position 7 of software dip switch 2 (See ^D21, section 5.3.1). Enable 1 & 2. )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 410 ECA Operators Manual...
  • Page 53 ;data line 09 AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA ;data line 10 ^A3^D63 ;enable auto print and clear text ^A5^D64 ;tell printer to print after 6 (CR) ^A6^D61 ;tell printer to start new data entry at data line 6 instead of 1 )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 410 ECA Operators Manual...

  • Page 54: 5.3.10 Miscellaneous Printer Commands

    140% of Base Select Default Tag Layout: Select from the ROM power-up tag layout. Only used if there is a special lay-out burned into the ROM by Microcom. ^A selects which one (1-8), if more than one are present. ))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))
  • Page 55 410 ECA operation (spooler initialization, etc). In order to maintain proper flow control, the 410 ECA printer will ignore everything under 20 hex if so directed. There is also an EEPROM dip switch (see section 5.3) that will enable the printer to enter this mode upon power-up.

  • Page 56: Chapter 6: Logos

    )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) CHAPTER 6: LOGOS The Microcom 410 ECA printer is capable of storing two logos at 0 and 180 degree rotations, or one logo in four (0 ,90, 180, and 270 degree) rotations. You may either use the Microcom "OGO"...

  • Page 57: Logo In Four Rotations

    1,355,20,1,7,3,0,4,1,1 1,355,400,1,7,3,1,4,1,1 1,100,20,1,7,3,2,4,1,1 1,150,270,1,7,3,3,4,1,1 ^D56 Logo in Four Rotations Figure 11 Tag format for two logos, two rotations (See figure 12) ^D57 4,615,441,,10,36,1,1,352 1,315,20,1,7,3,0,4,1,1 1,315,220,1,7,4,0,4,1,1 1,150,20,1,7,3,1,4,1,1 1,150,420,1,7,4,1,4,1,1 ^D56 Two Logos in Two Rotations Figure 12 )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 410 ECA Operators Manual...

  • Page 58: Format Of Logo Files

    This information is made available to companies that may need to convert other graphic formats to the OGO format. The file sent to the 410 ECA printer should appear as follows, whereas: h = Hex representation X = Indeterminate data...
  • Page 59 #1 or logo #2 first). If you are sending one logo in four rotations, start the second rotation at the point of the format with the '+' sign; then send the header and graphic data. )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 410 ECA Operators Manual...

  • Page 60: Chapter 7: Special Designs

    180 DEGREES 270 DEGREES 7.1.1 HUMAN READABLES Text conversion identifiers 32 and 33 refer to human readable UPC barcodes. These identifiers are designed to be used in conjunction with the UPC barcodes, and do not )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 410 ECA Operators Manual...

  • Page 61: Barcode Human Readables

    UPC-A barcodes. All other barcode human readables only require a text TCI of 1, a user selectable text character generator, and text positioning under the desired barcode. This field must refer to the bar code number. )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 410 ECA Operators Manual...
  • Page 62 4, 65,167,12,20, ,,,2,60,,8 5,408,150,14, 1,10 5,395,167, 7,21, ,,,2,60,,7 6,110,270, 5, 1,10 6,120,287,12,13, ,,,2,60,, 8 9,180,270, 8, 3,10 7,400,270, 5, 1,10 7,410 ECA,287,12,13, ,,,2,60,, 8 8,460,270, 8, 3,10 ^D56 UPC-A HR W/CHKSUM UPC-A HR W/O CHKSUM 01234567890 EAN13 012345678901 EAN8 0123456...

  • Page 63: Making Lines

    If you often use lines on your tags, it is a good idea to fire every other dot to extend print head life. The following program is similar to the thick line program, but also accesses a blank space to create a line that fires every other dot. )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 410 ECA Operators Manual...

  • Page 64: Reverse Video

    Place a text field in this box and you have reverse video. When the 410 ECA printer has two fields occupying the same space, it XOR's the data together. This creates the reverse video. Here is a tag example that shows text placed in a filled box.

  • Page 65: Chapter 8: Options

    This PC software program decodes a PCX file into an ogo file that can be down-loaded to the 410 ECA printer. It supports all the 410 ECA logo features. The PCX or PCC file must meet the 248 X 248 pixel scale- excluding white space - for the program to create the picture.

  • Page 66: Appendix A: Limited Warranty And Repair Procedures

    LIMITED WARRANTY A Microcom cleaning kit must be purchased with each printer to validate warranty. For a period of 12 months Microcom warrants its products against defects in materials and workmanship. The thermal print head is warranted for a period of three months or 500,000 linear inches to be free from defects in material of workmanship.

  • Page 67: Appendix B: Accessories

    APPENDIX B: ACCESSORIES Cleaning Kit 040005 410 ECA Cleaning Kit. A Microcom cleaning kit must be purchased to validate warranty. IT IS SUGGESTED THE PRINTER BE CLEANED ONCE EVERY TWO WEEKS, EVERY 5,000 TAGS, OR WHENEVER TAG STOCK IS REPLACED.

  • Page 68: Appendix C: More Samples

    1,476,13,1,7,1,,,2,97,,,1,1 1,164,11,2,7,1,,,157,2,,,1,1 10,320,80,30,1,11,,4 11,320,60,30,1,6,,4,,2 12,320,40,30,1,6,,4,,2 13,320,20,30,1,6,,4,,2 ^D56 PRINT CAPABILITIES OF THE M-410 ECA DIRECT THERMAL PRINTER INVOICE NO: 395172 ACCOUNT NO: 60417 SHIP VIA: BEST WAY DEST. ZIP: 43085 PACKAGE WT: 6 LBS. 04312598 LOGOS AND CHARACTER ROTATION MICROCOM CORPORATION 8333 GREEN MEADOWS DR., N.

  • Page 69: Fonts 410 Eca

    3,372, 55,11,12, ,,,2,60 4, 80,150,19, 1,10 4, 65,167,12,20, ,,,2,60,,8 5,408,150,14, 1,10 5,395,167, 7,21, ,,,2,60,,7 6,110,270, 5, 1,10 6,120,287,12,13, ,,,2,60,, 8 9,180,270, 8, 3,10 7,400,270, 5, 1,10 7,410,287,12,13, ,,,2,60,, 8 8,460,270, 8, 3,10 ^D56 UPC-A HR W/CHKSUM )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 410 ECA Operators Manual...
  • Page 70 ^D56 CODE 39 4-2 RATIO CODE 39 6-2 RATIO ^D57 5,620,441,,10,25,1,,352 1,100, 40,12, 1,10 5,100, 62, 3, 1,10,,, 8 4,100, 84, 3, 1,10,,, 4 3,100,106, 3, 1,10,,, 2 2,100,128, 3, 1,10 ^D56 X MULTIPLIER ^D57 )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 410 ECA Operators Manual...
  • Page 71 9,620,441,,10,25,1,,352 1,320, 30,11, 1,10, ,4 2,320,120,11, 1,10, ,4 2,320,137, 1,16, 2, ,4, 2,40,2 3,487,254,11, 1,10,3,4 3,470,254, 2,16, 2,3,4,40, 2,2 4,320,387,11, 1,10,1,4 4,320,370, 3,16, 2,1,4, 2,40,2 5,160,254,11, 1,10,2,4 5,177,254, 3,16, 2,2,4,40, 2,2 ^D56 ROTATIONS 0 DEGREES )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 410 ECA Operators Manual...
  • Page 72 Printer Commands Chapter 5 )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 90 DEGREES 180 DEGREES 270 DEGREES ^A5^D35 )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 410 ECA Operators Manual...
  • Page 73 Printer Commands )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) APPENDIX D: SAMPLE BASIC PROGRAM This program is intended to show how higher languages communicate with the 410 ECA printer. Communication parameters may need to be changed for some computers. 2 REM ************************************** 4 REM * Sample BASIC program demonstration * 5 REM ************************************** 10 OPEN "COM1:9600,N,8,1,RS"...

  • Page 74: Appendix E: Quick Reference Command Summary

    *****.))Q 1=Echo Enable, 0=Disable ****.)))Q 1=No Parity, 0=Enable Parity ***.))))Q 1=Odd Parity, 0=Even Parity **.)))))Q 1=Ignore Control Codes, 0=Accept *.)))))))))), .)))))))))),* Enquiry Response 00 = Control Codes 10 = Text Equivalent 11 = ^ Equivalent )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 410 ECA Operators Manual...
  • Page 75 12345678 ^ABxxxxxxxx *******. Always 0 ******.Q Always 0 *****.)Q Always 0 ****.))Q Always 0 ***.)))Q Always 0 **.))))Q 1=Send Response After a Print 0=No Response After a Print *.)))))Q Always 0 .))))))Q Always 0 )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 410 ECA Operators Manual...
  • Page 76 70% of Base 80% of Base 90% of Base Base (default) 110% of Base 120% of Base 130% of Base 140% of Base Adjust Contrast Base:An EEPROM command. The ^AXX is between 10 and 200%. Section 5.3. )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 410 ECA Operators Manual...
  • Page 77 Mark Text Starting Position: ^A designates which text field to start entering new data. Section 5.3.8. Pre-padded Text: This command is sent after text that is to appear at the beginning of each field is sent. Text Mode Control: Section 5.3.8. )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 410 ECA Operators Manual...
  • Page 78 Clear the status of one or more serial numbers with this command. Load Field Number to Increment by 1: For multiple serial numbers. Load Field Number to Decrement by 1: For multiple serial numbers. Load Control Code Recognition Status: Enable control code recognition. )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 410 ECA Operators Manual...
  • Page 79 Load Advance Delay: ^A specifies how many milliseconds to delay repositioning of the tag in tag/tear mode. 97 Tag/Tear Operation: Turns off tag/tear operation. Advance after every tag. Advance after copies count. Advance when idle. )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 410 ECA Operators Manual...

  • Page 80: Index

    Justification 22, 25 Lines how to make 56 Logo 3, 4, 21, 48-52, 56, 58, 71 Offset 17, 40, 70 Parallel 11 Physical 4 Power-Up 7, 28, 29, 31, 45, 47, 48, 61, 68-70 Print Count 34 )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 410 ECA Operators Manual...
  • Page 81 Text String Number 18, 38, 45, 72 Text Strings Commands 45 Variable Text 31, 42 VDD 28 Warranty 59 XOFF 4, 11, 27, 30, 67 XON 4, 11, 27, 30, 67 Y Beginning Coordinate 19 Y Direction Offset 17, 40, 70 )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 410 ECA Operators Manual...
  • Page 82 Notes ______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________ ______________________________________ ________ )))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))) 410 ECA Operators Manual...

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