Contrast; Testfeed; Print Defines; Head Resistance - Intermec EasyCoder F2 Installation And Operation Manual

Setup Parameters, cont'd.
Media, cont'd.

Print Defines

• Head Resistance

• Testprint

• Print Speed
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Contrast

The contrast setup is used to make minor adjustments of the black-
ness in the printout, e.g. to adapt the printer to variations in quality
between different batches of the same paper quality. 11 options are
displayed in an endless loop from -10% to +10%. Default value is
0%. The contrast is reset to default ( 0) whenever a new paper type
is specified, regardless which method has been used.

Testfeed

The sensitivity of the label stop sensor (LSS) may need to be ad-
justed, e.g. when switching from one type of media to another. This
is especially the case when using self-adhesive labels fitted on a
semi-transparent backing paper (liner). Adjusting the LSS entails
feeding out a number of blank copies until the firmware has de-
cided the proper setting for the LSS. At the same time, the front
edges of the labels, tickets etc. are detected so the paper feed con-
trol can position the paper according to the Feedadjust setup (same
as the Intermec Fingerprint statement TESTFEED). The compara-
tor and amplifier values of the LSS are displayed (read-only).
Head Resistance
The printhead resistance is measured automatically at startup and
displayed (read-only).
Testprint
Test label #1 – 4 are intended for checking the printout quality and
facilitate adjustment of the printhead pressure (see chapter 12 "Ad-
justments"). Test labels #5a and #5b list the printer's current setup
(extra labels may be printed if the printer is fitted an optional inter-
face board). The test labels are illustrated on next page. If the printer
refuses to print a test label, press the <F3> key to find out what is
wrong, e.g. printhead lifted or out-of paper.
Chapter 6 Setting Up the Printer
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