Printhead Adjustments; Leveling Cam Adjustment - Datamax I-class Maintenance Manual

Step Action
After all entries have been
made, press the
to back out of the menu and
then press the
17
save the settings when
prompted.
Load media. Position the Media
Sensor.
Note: If the Advanced Entry Calibration is unsuccessful, enter MEDIA SETTINGS / CALIBRATION

/ ADVANCED ENTRY / SENSOR GAIN and lower the selected Gain Number by one. Select
the new Gain Number then save the changes and exit the menu. Retest your media. If
unsuccessful, repeat the procedure until a usable gain is obtained.

2.2 Printhead Adjustments

To ensure even and consistent print quality across a wide range of media types and sizes, the
printhead is adjustable.
2.2.1

Leveling Cam Adjustment

The Leveling Cam ensures that even pressure is maintained across the label. Whenever using media
that is less than the full width of the platen, proceed as follows:
1. Load the printer with media. Download a label format or choose a Quick Test Label and begin
printing.
2. While observing the right side of the label, rotate the Leveling Cam clockwise, or counter-
clockwise, until even print is achieved across the width of the label (see examples below).
Adjustments and Maintenance
Displayed Message
Key
SAVE CHANGES?
Key to
ENTER KEY = YES
2-8
Comment
Press and hold the
Key until at least
one label advances.