Adjustable Media Sensor - Datamax E-Class Mark III Operator's Manual

4 . 4 A d j u s t a b l
4 . 4 A d j u s t a b
4 . 4
A d j u s t a b
The optional Adjustable Media Sensor (AMS) allows the printer to accept a wider variety of media
configurations. The table below defines general AMS positions for various media and Top of Form (TOF) types.
Media Type
Continuous
Reflective
Position the AMS as follows:
1) On the Bottom AMS Sensor, identify the proper Indicator
for use with your media.



2) Depress the Lock Release and slide the Bottom AMS sensor so the Indicator is in line with the
center of the notch, gap, or reflective (mark) of the installed media.
3) Depress the Lock Release and slide the Top AMS Sensor over to the same setting as the Bottom
AMS Sensor, (this is not necessary if using reflective media).
4) Load media, see Section 2.3.
Chapter 4 – Maintenance and Adjustments
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Center of the Media
Die-Cut
Center of the Label
Notched
Center of the Notch
Center of the Mark
Gap or Notch Indicator
Reflective (Mark) Indicator
Lock Release
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AMS Positioning
Sensor Location TOF Sensing Method
Continuous
Gap
Reflective

Bottom AMS Sensor

Top AMS Sensor
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