Ribbon Load - Intermec EasyCoder PM4i User Manual

Chapter 5 — Thermal Transfer Printing

Ribbon Load

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The EasyCoder PM4i can print on labels, tickets, tags, and
continuous stock using either direct thermal printing on special
heat-sensitive media or thermal transfer printing using a special
ink-coated ribbon.
Thermal transfer printing makes it possible to use a wide range of
receiving face materials and gives a durable printout less
vulnerable to fat, chemicals, heat, sunlight etc. than direct
thermal printing. Make sure to select a type of ribbon that
matches the type of receiving face material and to set up the
printer accordingly.
The EasyCoder PM4i can use transfer ribbon rolls wound with
the ink-coated side facing either outward or inward. Illustrations
in this manual show the ink-coated side facing inward.
Even if ribbon usually is loaded in connection with media
replenishment, no loaded media are shown in the illustrations in
this chapter in order to give a clearer view of the ribbon path.
Refer to "Media Load" on page
Most transfer ribbons do not smear at room temperature.
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