Class Series

Programmer’s Manual

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Contents

Overview ........................................................................................................................ 1

Who Should Use This Manual .............................................................................. 1

Scope of this Manual ............................................................................................ 1

General Conventions............................................................................................ 3

Computer Entry and Display Conventions ............................................................ 3

Typical Dataflow Sequence .................................................................................. 4

Control Code Command Functions ............................................................................. 7

Introduction ........................................................................................................ 7

Attention-Getters .................................................................................................. 7

Immediate Command Functions .................................................................................. 9

Introduction ........................................................................................................ 9

SOH # Reset............................................................................................... 9

SOH * Reset............................................................................................... 9

SOH A Send ASCII Status String.............................................................. 10

SOH a Send ASCII Extended Status String.............................................. 10

SOH B Toggle Pause ................................................................................ 11

SOH C Stop/Cancel .................................................................................. 12

SOH D SOH Shutdown ............................................................................. 12

SOH E Send Batch Remaining Quantity ................................................... 13

SOH e Send Batch Printed Quantity ......................................................... 13

SOH F Send Status Byte .......................................................................... 13

SOH U Update System Database with Current Database......................... 14

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System-Level Command Functions........................................................................... 15

Introduction ...................................................................................................... 15

STX A Set Time and Date ........................................................................ 15

STX a Enable Feedback Characters........................................................ 16

STX B Get Printer Time and Date Information ......................................... 16

STX c Set Continuous Paper Length ....................................................... 17

STX d Set Double Buffer Mode................................................................ 17

STX E Set Quantity For Stored Label....................................................... 18

STX e Select Edge Sensor ...................................................................... 18

STX F Form Feed .................................................................................... 18

STX f Set Form Stop Position (Backfeed Command) ............................. 19

STX G Print Last Label Format................................................................. 19

STX I Input Image Data........................................................................... 20

STX i Scalable Font Downloading .......................................................... 21

STX J Set Pause for Each Label ............................................................. 21

STX K Extended System-Level Commands ............................................. 21

STX k Test RS-232 Port .......................................................................... 22

STX L Enter Label Formatting Command Mode ...................................... 22

STX M Set Maximum Label Length .......................................................... 22

STX m Set Printer To Metric Mode ........................................................... 22

STX n Set Printer to Imperial Mode ......................................................... 23

STX O Set Start of Print (SOP) Position ................................................... 23

STX o Cycle Cutter .................................................................................. 24

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STX P Set Hex Dump Mode..................................................................... 24

STX p Controlled Pause........................................................................... 24

STX Q Clear All Modules .......................................................................... 24

STX q Clear Module................................................................................. 25

STX R Ribbon Saver On/Off..................................................................... 25

STX r Select Reflective Sensor ............................................................... 26

STX S Set Feed Speed ............................................................................ 26

STX s Set Single Buffer Mode ................................................................. 26

STX T Print Quality Label......................................................................... 27

STX t Test DRAM Memory Module ......................................................... 27

STX U Label Format String Replacement Field........................................ 28

STX V Software Switch Settings .............................................................. 29

STX v Request Firmware Version............................................................ 30

STX W Request Memory Module Information ........................................... 31

STX w Test Flash Memory Module........................................................... 32

STX X Set Default Module........................................................................ 32

STX x Delete File from Module ................................................................ 33

STX Y Output Sensor Values ................................................................... 33

STX y Select Font Symbol Set................................................................. 34

STX Z Print Configuration Label............................................................... 34

STX z Pack Module ................................................................................. 34

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Extended System-Level Command Functions ......................................................... 35

Introduction ...................................................................................................... 35

STX K Memory Configuration................................................................... 35

STX K}E Empty Sensor Calibration ............................................................. 36

STX K}Q Quick Media Calibration ................................................................ 36

STX K}M Manual Media Calibration ............................................................. 36

STX KaR Read Data from RFID Tag ............................................................ 37

STX KaW Write Data to RFID Tag................................................................. 38

STX Kb Backfeed Time Delay .................................................................... 38

STX KC Get Configuration .......................................................................... 39

STX Kc Configuration Set .......................................................................... 40

STX KD Database Configuration ................................................................ 70

STX Kd Set File as Factory Default ............................................................ 71

STX KE Character Encoding ...................................................................... 71

STX KF Select Factory Defaults ................................................................. 73

STX Kf Set Present Distance .................................................................... 73

STX KJ Assign Communication Port .......................................................... 73

STX Kp Module Protection ......................................................................... 74

STX KQ Query Memory Configuration ........................................................ 75

STX Kq Query Memory Configuration (new format) ................................... 77

STX KR Reset Memory Configuration ........................................................ 77

STX Kr Resettable Counter Reset............................................................. 78

STX KS Memory Configuration, Scalable Font Cache................................ 78

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 STX KtA Write Application Family Identifier (AFI) to Tag ............................. 78

STX KtD Write Data Storage Format Identifier (DSFID) to Tag ................... 79

STX KtE Write Electronic Article Surveillance (EAS) Bit .............................. 79

STX KtH Read and Feedback Tag Information to Host ............................... 80

STX KtR Read Data from RFID Tag ............................................................ 80

STX KtU Read Unique Serial Number from RFID Tag................................. 81

STX KtW Write Data to RFID Tag................................................................. 82

STX KuE Erase RFID Tag ............................................................................ 83

STX KuG Send Tag ID with Global Scroll ..................................................... 83

STX KuI Send Inventory .............................................................................. 84

STX KuL Lock RFID Tag .............................................................................. 84

STX KuR Read Data from RFID Tag ............................................................ 85

STX KuT Send Tag ID .................................................................................. 86

STX KuV Send Tag ID with Verify ................................................................ 87

STX KuW Write Data to RFID Tag................................................................. 88

STX KV Verifier Enable/Disable.................................................................. 88

STX KW Memory Configuration, Printable Label Width ............................... 88

STX Kx Delete Configuration File............................................................... 89

STX KZ Immediately Set Parameter........................................................... 89

Label Formatting Command Functions..................................................................... 91

Introduction ...................................................................................................... 91

: Set Cut By Amount........................................................................ 91

A Set Format Attribute ...................................................................... 92

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B Bar Code Magnification................................................................. 93

C Set Column Offset Amount ........................................................... 93

c Set Cut By Amount........................................................................ 94

D Set Dot Size Width and Height...................................................... 94

E Terminate Label Formatting Mode and Print Label ....................... 95

e Recall Printer Configuration .......................................................... 95

F Advanced Format Attributes.......................................................... 95

f Set Present Speed ........................................................................ 96

G Place Data in Global Register ....................................................... 96

H Enter Heat Setting......................................................................... 97

J Justification ................................................................................... 97

M Select Mirror Mode........................................................................ 98

m Set Metric Mode ............................................................................ 98

n Set Inch (Imperial) Mode............................................................... 98

P Set Print Speed ............................................................................. 99

p Set Backfeed Speed ..................................................................... 99

Q Set Quantity Of Labels To Print .................................................. 100

R Set Row Offset Amount............................................................... 100

r Recall Stored Label Format ........................................................ 101

S Set Feed Speed .......................................................................... 101

s Store Label Format In Module..................................................... 102

T Set Field Data Line Terminator ................................................... 102

U Mark Previous Field as a String Replacement Field.................... 103

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 X Terminate Label Formatting Mode .............................................. 103

y Select Font Symbol Set............................................................... 104

z Zero (Ø) Conversion to “0” .......................................................... 104

+ (>) Make Last Field Entered Increment Numeric (Alphanumeric) ..... 105

- (<) Make Last Field Entered Decrement Numeric (Alphanumeric) ... 106

^ Set Count by Amount .................................................................. 107

Special Label Formatting Command Functions ................................................ 107

STX S Recall Global Data And Place In Field ........................................ 108

STX T Print Time and Date .................................................................... 108

Font Loading Command Functions ......................................................................... 111

Introduction .................................................................................................... 111

*c###D Assign Font ID Number............................................................... 111

)s###W Font Descriptor............................................................................ 111

*c###E Character Code........................................................................... 112

(s#W Character Download Data........................................................... 112

Generating Label Formats........................................................................................ 113

Introduction .................................................................................................... 113

Format Record Commands .............................................................................. 113

Generating Records ......................................................................................... 114

The Structure of a Record ................................................................................ 114

Record Structure Types.................................................................................... 118

Internal Bit-Mapped Fonts ........................................................................... 118

Smooth Font, Font Modules, and Downloaded Bit-Mapped Fonts .............. 118

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 Scalable Fonts ............................................................................................ 119

Bar Codes ................................................................................................... 120

Images .................................................................................................... 121

Graphics .................................................................................................... 121

Lines and Boxes .................................................................................... 121

Polygons ................................................................................................ 122

Circles.................................................................................................... 123

Fill Patterns............................................................................................ 123

Advanced Format Attributes ............................................................................. 125

Appendix A ............................................................................................................... 129

ASCII Control Chart.......................................................................................... 129

Appendix B ............................................................................................................... 131

Sample Programs............................................................................................. 131

VB Application to Send RAW Data via a Windows Printer Driver ..................... 136

Appendix C ............................................................................................................... 141

Available Fonts – Sizes, References, and Samples ......................................... 141

Appendix D ............................................................................................................... 147

Reset Codes .................................................................................................... 147

Appendix E ............................................................................................................... 149

Single Byte Symbol Sets .................................................................................. 149

Appendix F ................................................................................................................ 159

Bar Code Summary Data ................................................................................. 159

Bar Code Default Widths and Heights .............................................................. 161

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Appendix G ............................................................................................................... 163

Bar Code Details .............................................................................................. 163

Appendix H ............................................................................................................... 201

Single and Double Byte Character Font Mapping............................................. 201

Appendix I ................................................................................................................. 203

Symbol Sets and Character Maps .................................................................... 203

Symbol Set Selection ....................................................................................... 203

Double-Byte Symbols, Chinese, Kanji, and Korean.......................................... 205

Appendix J ................................................................................................................ 207

General Purpose Input Output Port Overview .................................................. 207

M-Class GPIO Configuration ............................................................................ 207

I-Class & W-Class GPIO Configuration ............................................................ 209

A-Class GPIO Configuration............................................................................. 210

Appendix K ............................................................................................................... 213

Resolutions, Module IDs, Maximum Field, Column, & Character Values ......... 213

Appendix L ................................................................................................................ 217

Speed Ranges.................................................................................................. 217

Appendix M ............................................................................................................... 219

Commands by Function.................................................................................... 219

Appendix N ............................................................................................................... 221

Class Series DPL Constraint Cross-Reference ................................................ 221

Appendix O ............................................................................................................... 227

Image Loading.................................................................................................. 227

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Appendix P ............................................................................................................... 229

UPC-A and EAN-13: Variable Price/Weight Bar Codes.................................... 229

Appendix Q ................................................................................................................ 231

International Language Print Capability (ILPC) Programming Examples ......... 231

Appendix R ............................................................................................................... 239

Plug and Play IDs ............................................................................................. 239

Appendix S ............................................................................................................... 241

Line Mode .................................................................................................... 241

Appendix T ................................................................................................................ 245

RFID Interface Overview .................................................................................. 245

Appendix U ................................................................................................................ 249

Bar Code Symbology Information Sources....................................................... 249

Glossary..................................................................................................................... 251

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 Overview

Who Should Use This Manual

This manual is intended for programmers who wish to create their own label production software.
(Operators without programming experience may prefer to use a label-creation software package.)

Scope of this Manual

This manual, arranged alphabetically by command, explains in detail Datamax Programming Language
(DPL) and its related uses in the writing, loading and storing of programs for the control and production
of label formats (designs) for the following Datamax printers at the listed firmware versions:

Printers (all models, unless separately listed) Applicable Firmware Version*

A-Class 08.03
E-Class** 04.21
E-Class - Ex2 01.01
I-Class 08.035
M-Class 4206 05.085
M-Class 4208 & 4306 08.035
W-Class 08.036
*Firmware in RFID-equipped printers must be at version level 08.043 or greater; see Note 1, below.
**For information regarding the E-3202 printer, see Note 2, below.

Model distinctions, including specific printer configurations (i.e., Display-Equipped or Non-Display

Models) and equipped types (e.g., GPIO-1, graphics display, RFID, MCL, etc.), will be indicated in
this text to differentiate command compatibility. The appendices of this manual also contain details
that cannot be ignored. The use of any command will require checking for possible exclusionary
conditions.

Notes: (1) See <STX>KC for information regarding the firmware version of the printer; and, to upgrade firmware,
visit our ftp site at ftp://ftp.datamaxcorp.com/.

(2) Programming information for the S-Class and the Datamax legacy printers (Prodigy, DMX400, etc.)
can be found in the DPL Programmer’s Manual (part number 88-2051-01). Programming information for
the E-3202 can be found in E-3202 Programmer’s Manual (part number 88-2257-01). Both manuals can
be downloaded from our web site at http://www.datamaxcorp.com/.

(3) References to “Menu Settings” refer either to the printer’s internal set-up menu, or to the printer’s
menu driven display system; please consult to the appropriate printer Operator’s Manual for details.

(4) For backward compatibility purposes, the Class Series printers covered in this manual will ignore
commands that are no longer processed; Appendix N lists these commands.

(5) When updating firmware for E-Class version 4.10 and higher the printer must be in DPL Mode, not
LINE mode, prior to sending the *.dlf file. See Appendix S for details.

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 Overview

This manual contains the following chapters and appendices:

OVERVIEW on page 1
Contents, organization, and conventions used in this manual; also includes a typical dataflow
sequence for the printer.

CONTROL CODE COMMAND FUNCTIONS on page 7

Description of the attention-getter characters necessary for the printer to receive a command
sequence, and available alternate characters and line terminators.

IMMEDIATE COMMAND FUNCTIONS on page 9

Description of the commands, listed alphabetically, that perform status queries and printer control
commands.

SYSTEM-LEVEL COMMAND FUNCTIONS on page 15

Description of the commands, listed alphabetically, that control the printer and allow scalable font
and image downloads.

EXTENDED SYSTEM-LEVEL COMMAND FUNCTIONS on page 35

Description of the commands, listed alphabetically, that control the printer.

LABEL FORMATTING COMMAND FUNCTIONS on page 91

Description of commands, listed alphabetically, that control the position of text and images on the
media, print or store, and end the formatting process.

FONT LOADING COMMAND FUNCTIONS on page 111

Description of commands, listed alphabetically, used when downloading font data in PCL-4
compatible bit-maps.

GENERATING LABEL FORMATS on page 113

Description of the structure of records, the different types, and their use in generating label formats.

APPENDICES A THROUGH U on pages 129 through 249

These contain details that cannot be ignored including various tables, programming examples,
printer default values, and bar code symbology details. See the Table of Contents for specific
content information.

GLOSSARY on page 251

Definitions of words, abbreviations, and acronyms used in this manual.

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 Overview

General Conventions
These are some of the conventions followed in this manual:

On the header of each page, the name of the chapter.

On the footer of each page, the page number and the title of the manual.
Names of other manuals referenced are in Italics.
Notes are added to bring your attention to important considerations, tips or helpful suggestions.
Boldface is also used to bring your attention to important information.
This manual refers to IBM-PC based keyboard command characters for access to the ASCII
character set. Systems based on different formats (e.g., Apple’s Macintosh™) should use the
appropriate keyboard command to access the desired ASCII character. See Appendix A for the
ASCII character set.

Computer Entry and Display Conventions

Command syntax and samples are formatted as follows:

The Courier font in boldface indicates the DPL command syntax, and Italics are used to indicate
the command syntax parameters.
Regular Courier font indicates sample commands, files and printer responses.

Square brackets ([ ]) indicate that the item is optional.

<CR> is used to identify the line termination character. Other strings placed between < > in this
manual represent the character of the same ASCII name, and are single-byte hexadecimal values
(e.g., <STX>, <CR>, and <0x0D> equal 02, 0D, and 0D, respectively).

Hexadecimal values are often displayed in ‘C’ programming language conventions (e.g., 0x02 =
02 hex, 0x41 = 41 hex, etc.)

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 Overview

Typical Dataflow Sequence

The typical dataflow sequence is summarized in the following bullets and detailed in the table below.
Printer Commands data is transmitted to the printer as shown in the table from left to right, top to bottom.

Status commands
Configuration commands
Download commands
Label format
Status commands
Label reprint commands
Memory cleanup

Printer Commands Description Notes

<SOH>A “Status” commands: Get

Optional, bi-directional
Status, Request Memory
communication required
Module Storage
<STX>WG for these commands.
Information…

<STX>O220 “Configuration” See <STX>Kc to reduce

<STX>n commands, download configuration commands
<STX>V0 image… transferred
<SOH>D RAM (temporary) or
“Download” commands,
<STX>IApImagename<CR>image data...data Flash (semi-permanent)
image, fonts…
<CR> memory
<STX>L Begin label
D11 Label Header record
Label Formatting Data Existing label formats
record – may be recalled. Label
131100000500050Typical text field 01
Object type, orientation, header records are not
position, data required
Q0001 Label Quantity
E Label Terminate record
Optional, bi-directional
<SOH>A Status command communication required
for these commands.
<STX>U01new data for field 01
Reprint with New Data
<STX>E0005 Used for fast re-prints
Records
<STX>G
<STX>xImagename<CR> Typically used for
Memory cleanup
<STX>zA temporary storage

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 Overview

Commands are available for retrieving stored label formats, updating data, and adding new data. These
techniques are used for increasing throughput. See <STX>G, Label Recall Command ‘r’, and Label Save
Command ‘s’.

Typical commands used in the various stages shown above are listed in the tables that follow.

Configuration Commands

The following table lists some commands useful in controlling printer configuration. These
commands are generally effective only for the current power-up session; toggling power restores the
default configuration. See <STX>Kc for changes to the default power-up configuration. Changing the
default power-up configuration and saving objects in printer Flash memory can reduce the data
transmitted for each label and therefore improve throughput.

Configuration
Name Function
Command

<STX>A Set Date and Time Set Date and Time

Force generation of multiple memory copies of label format;

<STX>d Set Double Buffer Mode
usually not used

<STX>c Set Continuous Paper Length Must be 0000 for gap media; not used for reflective media

<STX>e Set Edge Sensor Setup for gap or registration hole type stock

Determines label stop position, head relative. <STX>f edge

<STX>Kf Set Present Distance
sensor relative equivalent command, older models

<STX>Kc Configuration Set Determines default power-up configuration

<STX>F Send Form Feed Sets the stop position of the printed label

Length to search for next gap or reflective mark; not used

<STX>M Set Maximum Label Length
with continuous media
Subsequent measurements interpreted in metric (most units
<STX>m Set to Metric Mode
mm/10). Label equivalent command can be used
Subsequent measurements interpreted in inches, most units
<STX>n Set to Inch Mode
in/100, Label equivalent command can be used

Effect is not on label immediately following command since

<STX>O Set Start of Print Position media position is at Start of Print between labels; <STX>K
default position relative ± 64 in/100 maximum deviation

<STX>S Set Feed Rate Blank label movement speed

<STX>V Software Switch Enable optional hardware, cutter, present sensor

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Download Commands

Download
Name Function
Command
<STX>I Download Image Download Image to selected memory module
<STX>i Download Scalable Font Download Scalable Font to selected memory module
<ESC> Download Bitmapped Font Download Bitmapped Font to selected memory module

Label Header Commands

These commands determine how the label formatting occurs, effect print quality and quantity. They
are typically issued immediately following the <STX>L start of the label format. The Format
Attribute (A) and the Offset (C, R) commands can be changed at any point between format records to
achieve desired effects.

Label Header
Name
Command
A Set Format Attribute
C Column Offset
D Set Width and Dot Size
H Set Heat Setting
M Set Mirror Mode
P Set Print Speed
P Set Backup Speed
Q Set Quantity
R Set Row Offset
S Set Feed Speed

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 Control Code Command Functions

Introduction
The printer requires a special “attention-getter” character in order to receive a command sequence,
informing the printer that it is about to receive a command and the type of command it will be. Control
Commands, System-Level Commands, and Font Loading Commands have their own unique attention-
getter, followed by a command character that directs printer action.

Attention-Getters
The attention-getters (e.g., “SOH”) are standard ASCII control labels that represent a one character control
code (i.e., ^A or Ctrl A). Appendix A contains the entire ASCII Control Code Chart.

Attention-Getter ASCII Character Decimal Value HEX Value

Immediate Commands SOH 1 01
System-Level Commands STX 2 02
Font Loading Commands ESC 27 1B
Table 2-1: Control Code Listings

Alternate Control Code Modes

For systems unable to transmit certain control codes, Alternate Control Code Modes are available.
Configuring the printer to operate in an Alternate Control Code Mode (selected via the Setup Menu, the
<STX>Kc command or, where applicable, the <STX>KD command) requires the substitution of Standard
Control Characters with Alternate Control Characters in what otherwise is a normal data stream.

Control Character Standard Alternate Alternate 2 Custom Command Type

SOH 0x01 0x5E 0x5E User Defined Control
STX 0x02 0x7E 0x7E User Defined System
CR 0x0D 0x0D 0x7C User Defined Line Termination
ESC 0x1B 0x1B 0x1B User Defined Font Loading
[1]
“Count By” 0x5E 0x40 0x40 User Defined Label Formatting
[1]
See Label Formatting Commands, ^ set count by amount.
Table 2-2: Alternate Control Code Listings

Note: Throughout this manual <SOH>, <STX>, <CR>, <ESC>, and ^, will be used to indicate the control codes.
The actual values will depend on whether standard or alternate control codes are enabled for the
particular application.

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 Control Code Command Functions

Alternate Line Terminator Example

Alternate Control Codes provide for substitution of the line terminator, as well as the control characters
listed above. For example using Alternate 2, the line terminator <CR> (0x0D) is replaced by | (0x7C).
The following is a sample label format data stream for a printer configured for Alternate-2 Control Codes:
~L|1911A10001000101234560|X|~UT01ABCDE|~G|

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 Immediate Command Functions

Introduction
When the printer receives an Immediate Command, its current operation will be momentarily interrupted
to respond to the command. Immediate Commands may be issued before or after System-Level
commands; however, they may not be issued among Label Formatting Commands or during font or
image downloading. Immediate Commands consist of:
1. Attention-Getter, 0x01 or 0x5E, see Control Codes.
2.Command Character

SOH # Reset
This command resets the printer. Resetting the printer returns all settings to default and clears both
the communications and printing buffers. The command also clears DRAM memory.

Syntax: <SOH>#

Printer Response: The printer will reset.

<XON> T (The T may come before the <XON>)

SOH * Reset
(Display-Equipped Models only)
This command forces a soft reset of the microprocessor, which resets the printer. Resetting the printer
returns all settings to default and clears the communications and print buffers.

Syntax: <SOH>*

Printer Response: The printer will reset.

<XON> T (The T may come before the <XON>)

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SOH A Send ASCII Status String

This command allows the host computer to check the current printer status. The printer returns a
string of eight characters, followed by a carriage return. Each character (see below) indicates an
associated condition, either true (Y) or false (N). Byte 1 is transmitted first. See <SOH>F.

Syntax: <SOH>A

Sample: <SOH>A

Printer Response: abcdefgh<CR>

Where:

Possible Values Interpretation Byte Transmit Sequence

a - Y/N Y = Interpreter busy (imaging) 1
b - Y/N Y = Paper out or fault 2
c - Y/N Y = Ribbon out or fault 3
d - Y/N Y = Printing batch 4
e - Y/N Y = Busy printing 5
f - Y/N Y = Printer paused 6
g - Y/N Y = Label presented 7
h - N N = Always No 8
Table 3-1: ASCII Status Bytes

SOH a Send ASCII Extended Status String

This command allows the host computer to check an extended current printer status. The printer
returns a string of seventeen characters, followed by a carriage return. Most characters (see below)
indicate an associated condition, either true (Y) or false (N). Byte 1 is transmitted first. See <SOH>F.

Syntax: <SOH>a

Sample: <SOH>a

Printer Response: abcdefgh:ijklmnop<CR>

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Where:

Possible Values Interpretation Byte Transmit Sequence

a - Y/N Y = Interpreter busy (imaging) 1
b - Y/N Y = Paper out or fault 2
c - Y/N Y = Ribbon out or fault 3
d - Y/N Y = Printing batch 4
e - Y/N Y = Busy printing 5
f - Y/N Y = Printer paused 6
g - Y/N Y = Label presented 7
h - N N = Always No 8
- : : = Always : 9
i - Y/N Y = Cutter Fault 10
j - Y/N Y = Paper Out 11
k - Y/N Y = Ribbon Saver Fault 12
l - Y/N Y = Print Head Up 13
m - Y/N Y = Top of Form Fault 14
n - Y/N Y = Ribbon Low 15
o - Y/N Y = N (reserved for future) 16
p - Y/N Y = N (reserved for future) 17
Table 3-1: ASCII Status Bytes

SOH B Toggle Pause

This command toggles the printer’s paused state between on and off. (This is the same function
achieved by pressing the PAUSE Key on the printer.)

Syntax: <SOH>B

Sample: <SOH>B

Printer Response: This command will illuminate the Paused/Stop Indicator and/or indicate
PAUSED on the LCD or graphics display panel, suspend printing, and wait
until one of the following occurs:
The <SOH>B command is sent to the printer.
The PAUSE Key is pressed.
Upon which the printer will turn the Paused/Stop Indicator ‘Off’ and/or
remove PAUSED from the LCD or graphics display panel, then resume
operation from the point of interruption. (If the Receive Buffer is not full,
an <XON> character will be transmitted from the printer.)

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SOH C Stop/Cancel
This command performs the same function as pressing the STOP/CANCEL Key on the printer. This
function clears the current label format from the print buffer, pauses the printer, and illuminates the
Paused/Stop Indicator. (The pause condition is terminated as described under <SOH>B.)

Syntax: <SOH>C

Sample: <SOH>C

Printer Response: This command will clear the print buffer, pause the printer, illuminate the
Paused/Stop Indicator and/or indicate PAUSED on the LCD or graphics
display panel, suspend printing, and wait until one of the following occurs:
The <SOH>B command is sent to the printer.
The PAUSE Key is pressed.
Upon which the printer will turn the Paused/Stop Indicator ‘Off’ and/or
remove PAUSED from the LCD or graphics display panel. (If the Receive
Buffer is not full, an <XON> character will be transmitted from the printer.)

SOH D SOH Shutdown

(Non-Display Models only)
This commands the printer to ignore Immediate Commands (^A). The SOH shutdown command is
required before loading images or fonts because some may contain data sequences that could be
interpreted as Immediate Commands. After the SOH shutdown command is sent, Immediate
Commands can be turned back on by sending a valid SOH command three times, separated by a one
second delay between each command, or by manually resetting the printer. It is good practice to
check batch quantities (<SOH>E) to verify that the SOH commands are working.

Syntax: <SOH>D

Sample: <SOH>D

Printer Response: This printer will ignore Immediate Commands (^A) until a valid SOH
command is received three times, separated by a one second delay between
each command; or, until the printer is manually reset.

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SOH E Send Batch Remaining Quantity

This command causes the printer to return a four-digit number indicating the quantity of labels that
remain to be printed in the current batch, followed by a carriage return. Communications latency may
cause this value to be higher than actual on some printers.

Syntax: <SOH>E

Printer response: nnnn<CR>

Where: nnnn - Are four decimal digits, 0-9999.

SOH e Send Batch Printed Quantity

This command causes the printer to return a four-digit number indicating the quantity of labels that
have been printed in the current batch, followed by a carriage return. Communications latency may
cause this value to be lower than actual on some printers.

Syntax: <SOH>e

Printer response: nnnn<CR>

Where: nnnn - Are four decimal digits, 0-9999.

SOH F Send Status Byte

This command instructs the printer to send a single status byte where each bit (1 or 0) represents one
of the printer’s status flags, followed by a carriage return (see below). If an option is unavailable for
the printer, the single bit will always be zero. See <SOH>A.

Syntax: <SOH>F

Printer response format: X<CR>

Where ‘X’ is 0 through 0xef with bits as indicated in the ‘Condition’ column below:
Bit[1] Value Condition
8 0 Always zero
7 1 or 0 Label presented
6 1 or 0 Printer paused
5 1 or 0 Busy printing
4 1 or 0 Printing batch
3 1 or 0 Ribbon out or Fault
2 1 or 0 Paper out or Fault
1 1 or 0 Command interpreter busy (imaging)
[1]
One is the least significant bit.

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SOH U Update System Database with Current Database

This command saves the current printer configuration to Flash memory. Only those parameters stored
in Flash memory are affected. These are all the parameters that can be modified via the Setup Menu.
The values of any <STX> System Commands issued prior to <SOH>U and affecting printer
configuration items will also be saved. See the <SOH># command, above, for details on what events
occur during a reset.

Syntax: <SOH>U

Printer response: The printer will reset.

<XON>T (The T may come before the <XON>).

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Introduction
The most commonly used commands are the System-Level Commands. These are used to load and store
graphics information, in addition to printer control. System-Level Commands are used to override default
parameter values (fixed and selectable) and may be used before or after Immediate Commands but cannot
be issued among Label Formatting Commands. System-Level Commands consist of:
1. Attention-Getter, 0x02 or 0x7E, see Control Codes.
2. Command Character
3. Parameters (if any).

STX A Set Time and Date

This command sets the time and date. The initial setting of the date will be stored in the printer’s
internal inch counter. This date can be verified by printing a Configuration Label.

Syntax: <STX>AwmmddyyyyhhMMjjj

Where:
w 1 digit for day of week; 1 = Monday; 7 = Sunday
mm 2 digits for month
dd 2 digits for day
yyyy 4 digits for year
hh 2 digits for hour in 24 hour format
MM 2 digits for minutes
jjj 3 digits for Julian date (numerical day of the year) / constant; see notes below.

Sample: <STX>A1020319960855034

Printed response: Mon. Feb 3, 1996, 8:55AM, 034

Notes: (1) When set to 000, the Julian date is automatically calculated; otherwise, the Julian date will print
as that entered number, without daily increments. If factory defaults are restored the actual Julian
date will also be restored.
(2) Printers without the Real Time Clock option lose the set time/date when power is removed.
(3) Response format is variable; see the Special Label Formatting Command <STX>T.

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STX a Enable Feedback Characters

This command enables the feedback ASCII hex characters to be returned from the printer following
specific events after each completed batch of labels when using serial communications. The default
value is ‘Off’.

Syntax: <STX>a

Printer response: Event dependent. (Also, see Appendix D for error codes.)

Where:

Event Return Characters

Invalid character 0x07 ( BEL )
Label printed 0x1E ( RS )
End of batch 0x1F ( US )

STX B Get Printer Time and Date Information

This command instructs the printer to retrieve its internal time and date information.
Syntax: <STX>B

Sample: <STX>B

Printer response format: wmmddyyyyhhMMjjj<CR>

Where:
w 1 digit for day of week; 1 = Monday
mm 2 digits for month
dd 2 digits for day
yyyy 4 digits for year
hh 2 digits for hour in 24 hour format
MM 2 digits for minutes
jjj 3 digits for Julian date / constant*
* See <STX>A for details and restrictions.

Printer response sample: 1020319960855034<CR>

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STX c Set Continuous Paper Length

This command sets the label size for applications using continuous media. It disables the top-of-form
function performed by the Media Sensor. The sensor, however, continues to monitor paper-out
conditions. See <STX>M.

Syntax: <STX>cnnnn

Where: nnnn - Specifies the length of the media feed for each label format, in
inches/100 or millimeters/10 (see <STX>m).

Sample: <STX>c0100

This sample sets a label length of 100, which equals 1.00 inch (assuming Imperial Mode is selected).
Note: This command must be reset to zero for edge or reflective sensing operation.

STX d Set Double Buffer Mode

(Non-Display Models only)
This command, available for backward compatibility, enables double buffer mode. When printing
labels with incrementing, decrementing and replacement fields (see note below) the printer will only
erase and format those fields, leaving the rest of the label format untouched, and thus increasing
throughput. This command is only active if the labels being printed are less than half the maximum
size of the print buffer (see <STX>S).

Syntax: <STX>d

Notes: (1) This command is generally not used because fast formatting is the normal operating mode when
the number of variable print fields (Label Formatting commands +, -, <, >, u) is less than or equal to
1/3 of the print field count total. In this case, the command will force fast formatting even when the
proportion of variable print fields is greater than 1/3 the total.
(2) The maximum label size is unaffected by this command.
(3) The <STX>s command restores normal (fast) formatting.

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STX E Set Quantity For Stored Label

This command sets the number of labels for printing using the format currently in the print buffer.
(The printer automatically stores the most recent format received in the buffer until the printer is reset
or power is removed.) When used in conjunction with the <STX>G command, this will print the
labels.

Syntax: <STX>Ennnn

Where: nnnn - A four-digit quantity, including leading zeros.

Sample: <STX>E0025
<STX>G

Printer response: 25 labels of the current format in memory will be printed.

Note: This command may be issued prior to a label format without a specified quantity, Qnnnnn. Also, if a
<CR> terminates the command, a five-digit quantity (nnnnn) can be entered.

STX e Select Edge Sensor

This command enables transmissive (see-through) sensing for top-of-form detection of die-cut, and
holed (or notched) media. This Media Sensor will detect a minimum gap of 0.1 inches (2.5 mm)
between labels (see the Operator’s Manual for media requirements). Use the <STX>O command to
adjust the print position. This is the printer default setting at power-up or reset.

Syntax: <STX>e
Note: This command is ignored when <STX>cnnnn is issued with a non-zero value for nnnn.

STX F Form Feed

This commands the printer to form feed to the next start of print.

Syntax: <STX>F

Printer response: The printer will form feed.

Note: Following a reset, if the length of the first label fed is less than the label offset value (defined by the
<STX>O command) the printer will advance past that label until a top-of-form is detected, or until the
offset is reached.

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STX f Set Form Stop Position (Backfeed Command)

This sets the stop position of the printed label, allowing the label to stop at a point past the start-of-
print position. When the next label format is sent, the printer motor reverses direction to retract the
media to the start-of-print position. If quantities of more than one label are requested, the printer will
operate without backfeeding. A backfeed will then only occur when printing has stopped for a few
seconds.

Non-Display Models: The printer Option Control must be set (via the menu) to ‘Host’ for this
command to have effect.

Display-Equipped Models: This command is not honored, see <STX>Kf and <STX>Kc.

Syntax: <STX>fnnn

Where: nnn - Is a three-digit distance from the Media Sensor, in inches/100 or

mm/10. This distance is independent of the start-of-print position
(<STX>O), yet it must be greater than the start-of-print position to
take effect.

Sample: <STX>f230

The sample sets a stop position distance of 230 (2.3 inches from the Media Sensor’s eye).

STX G Print Last Label Format

This command prints a previously formatted label and restarts a canceled batch job following the last
processed label. This is used when there is a label format in the buffer. The <STX>E command is
used to enter the quantity. (If the <STX>E command is not used only one label will print.)

Syntax: <STX>G

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STX I Input Image Data

This command must precede image downloading from a host computer to the printer. The data that
immediately follows the command string will be image data. If any of the 8-bit input formats are to
be used, it is necessary to disable the Immediate Command interpreter by executing an <SOH>D
command before issuing the <STX>I command. See Appendix O for more information. To print an
image, see Generating Label Formats.

A-Class printers: A “ready mode” logo for the graphics display can be input using this command.
The image must be stored on a Flash Module. The image name must be “LOGOLAB” (in uppercase,
only) in the following DPL command. The available display area is 312 pixels wide by 94 pixels
high. Images larger than this specified width or height will be clipped on the right and/or bottom
edges. After power has been cycled, the new logo will appear.

Note: The native format for storing downloaded PCX and BMP images is RLE-2. The result is a better
compression ratio and therefore the use of less module space for downloaded gray-scale images
and for images with very large areas of either black or white.

Syntax: <STX>Iabfnn…n<CR>data

Where: a - Memory Module Bank Select (see Appendix K).

b - Data Type (optional), A or omit.

b Value: Image Data Value Range:

A ASCII Characters 0-9, A-F, (7 bit)
omitted 00-FF, (8 bit)
f - Format Designator

f Designator: Format Type:

F 7-bit Datamax image load file
B .BMP 8-bit format (image flipped), black and
white (B&W)
b .BMP 8-bit format (image as received), B&W
I .IMG 8-bit format (image flipped), B&W
i .IMG 8-bit format (image as received), B&W
P .PCX 8-bit format (image flipped), B&W
p .PCX 8-bit format (image as received), B&W

nn…n - Up to 16 characters used as an image name.

<CR> - 0x0d terminates the name.
data - Image data
Sample: <SOH>D
<STX>IDpTest <CR>
data...data <CR>

The sample instructs the printer to (1) receive an 8-bit PCX image sent by the host in an 8-bit data
format, (2) name the image ‘Test’, and (3) store it in memory module D.

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STX i Scalable Font Downloading

The command structure for downloading TrueType (.TTF) scalable fonts (font files may be single-
byte or double-byte character systems) is as follows:

Syntax: <STX>imtnnName<CR>xx…xdata…

Where: m - Memory Module Designator to save this font to; see Appendix K.

t - Type of scalable font being downloaded:

T = TrueType

nn - Two-digit font reference ID. Valid range is 50-99, 9A-9Z, 9a-9z,

(base 62 numbers).

Name - The title, up to 16 characters, for this font.

<CR> - 0x0d terminates the Name.
xx…x - Eight-digit size of the font data, number of bytes, hexadecimal,
padded with leading zeros.

data - The scalable font data.

Sample: <STX>iDT52Tree Frog<CR>000087C2data...

This sample downloads a TrueType font to module ‘D’ and assigns it the Font ID of 52 with the
name “Tree Frog”. The size of the font data is 0x87C2 bytes long.

STX J Set Pause for Each Label

This command causes the printer to pause after printing each label. It is intended for use with the peel
mechanism or tear bar when the Present Sensor option is not installed. After removing the printed
label, the PAUSE Key must be pushed in order to print the next label. (The printer must be reset to
clear the <STX>J command.)

Syntax: <STX>J

STX K Extended System-Level Commands

This is an expansion of the System-Level Command structure. See Extended System-Level
Commands for more information.

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STX k Test RS-232 Port

This command instructs the printer to transmit the Y character from the printer’s RS-232 port.
(Failure to receive Y could indicate an interfacing problem.)

Syntax: <STX>k

Printer response: Y

STX L Enter Label Formatting Command Mode

This command switches the printer to the Label Formatting Command Mode. Once in this mode, the
printer expects to receive Record Structures and Label Formatting Commands. Immediate, System-
Level, and Font Loading commands will be ignored until the label formatting mode is terminated
with E, s, or X, (see Label Formatting Commands for additional information).

Syntax: <STX>L

STX M Set Maximum Label Length

This command instructs the printer move media this distance in search of the top-of-form (label edge,
notch, black mark, etc.) before declaring a paper fault. A paper fault condition can occur if this setting
is too close (within 0.1 inch [2.54 mm]) to the physical length of the label. Therefore, it is a good
practice to set this command to 2.5 to 3 times the actual label length used. The minimum value should
be at least 5” (127 mm).

Syntax: <STX>Mnnnn

Where: nnnn - Is a four-digit length, 0000-9999, in/100 or mm/10. Maximum

setting is 9999 (99.99 inches or 2540 mm). The default setting is
16 inches/ 406.4 mm

Sample: <STX>M0500

The sample sets a maximum travel distance of 5 inches (unless the printer is in metric mode, see
<STX>m).

STX m Set Printer To Metric Mode

This command sets the printer to interpret measurements as metric values (e.g., <STX>c0100 will
equal 10.0 mm). The default is Imperial (see <STX>n).

Syntax: <STX>m

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STX n Set Printer to Imperial Mode

This command sets the printer to interpret measurements as inch values (e.g., <STX>c0100 will
equal 1.00 inch). The printer defaults to this mode.

Syntax: <STX>n

STX O Set Start of Print (SOP) Position

This command sets the point to begin printing relative to the top-of-form (the label’s edge as detected
by the Media Sensor). The printer will feed from the top-of-form to the value specified in this
command to begin printing.

This value operates independently of the <STX>f command.

Non-Display Models: The printer Options Control must be set (via the menu) to ‘Host’ for this
command to have effect.

Display-Equipped Models: If SOP Emulation is set to ‘enabled’ (via the menu), this command sets
the point where printing starts, emulating the selected legacy printer’s distance, as measured between
the media sensor and the printhead burn line. In addition, regardless of the SOP Emulation setting the
start of print position can be fine-tuned via the menu: Menu Mode / Print Control / Custom
Adjustments / Row Adjust.

Syntax: <STX>Onnnn

Where: nnnn - Is a four-digit offset value in inches/100 or mm/10. The

“zero” setting is the default value, and settings below 50 are
adjusted back to the default value.

Non-Display Models: the default setting is 0220 in Imperial

Mode (0559 in Metric Mode).

Display-Equipped Models: the default setting is ‘Off’ and

the printer assumes the natural start of print position.

Sample (non-display <STX>O0300

models):

The above sample sets a start of print position of 3.0 inches (unless in Metric Mode, see <STX>m).

Sample (display- <STX>O0210

equipped models):

The above sample will begin printing 0.1 inch closer to the leading edge of the label if the 220
(Allegro) SOP Emulation was selected, or 1.0 inch farther away from the leading edge if 110
(ProdPlus) SOP Emulation was selected.

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STX o Cycle Cutter

This command will cause the optional cutter mechanism to immediately perform a cut after all
previously received commands are executed. The cutter must be installed, enabled and the
interlock(s) closed for operation.

Syntax: <STX>o

STX P Set Hex Dump Mode

This command instructs the printer to assume Hex Dump Mode. Instead of a formatted product, data
sent to the printer following this command will be printed in the raw ASCII format. To capture this
data, labels must be at least four inches (102 mm) long and as wide as the maximum print width. This
command has the same effect as turning the printer ‘On’ while pressing the FEED Key; however, no
Configuration/Test Pattern label will be printed. To return to normal operation the printer must be
manually reset.

Syntax: <STX>P

STX p Controlled Pause

The controlled pause command will cause the printer to pause only after all previously received
commands are executed. This is often useful between label batches. (This command will not clear the
pause condition, see <SOH>B).

Syntax: <STX>p

STX Q Clear All Modules

This command instructs the printer to clear all of the Flash and DRAM modules (see the Operator’s
Manual of the corresponding printer for applicable module options). All stored data will be
destroyed.

Syntax: <STX>Q

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STX q Clear Module

This command clears the selected Flash or DRAM module. If a module is corrupted during normal
operations (identifiable when the printer responds with a ‘No Modules Available’ message to a
<STX>W command), it must be cleared. All stored data will be destroyed.

Syntax: <STX>qa

Where: a - Memory module designator, see Appendix K.

Sample: <STX>qA

The sample clears memory module A.

Notes: (1) If a module directory intermittently returns the message ‘No Modules Available’ or if data
continuously becomes corrupt with the write protect switch on, the module may be at the end of its
service life. Before, however, concluding that a module is defective, cycle the printer’s power and
test the module.

(2) E-Class models: Some Flash Memory Expansion options must have Write Enable jumpers
installed to perform this command.

STX R Ribbon Saver On/Off

(Display-Equipped Models only)
This command enables the operation of the optional Ribbon Saver. It is the only command used to
control the Ribbon Saver. Its operation is continuous when enabled. The printer must be set to
thermal transfer (ribbon) printing mode then, during operation, the Ribbon Saver engages
automatically, lifting when the minimum amount of label white space is exceeded.

Syntax: <STX>Rx

Where: x - Y - Enabled (Default = Menu selection.)

N - Disabled

Sample: <STX>RY

The sample will turn the ribbon saver on.

Note: This command is ignored on units not equipped with the ribbon saver option.

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STX r Select Reflective Sensor

This command enables reflective (black mark) sensing for top-of-form detection of rolled butt-cut,
and fan-fold or tag stocks with reflective marks on the underside. This Media Sensor will detect a
minimum mark of 0.1 inches (2.54 mm) between labels (see the Operator’s Manual for media
requirements). The end of the black mark determines the top of form. Use the <STX>O command to
adjust the print position.

Syntax: <STX>r

Default setting: Edge sensing

STX S Set Feed Speed

This command controls the output rate of the media when the FEED Key is pressed.

Syntax: <STX>Sn

Where: n - Is a letter value (see Appendix L).

STX s Set Single Buffer Mode

(Non-Display Models only)
This command, available for backward compatibility, instructs the printer to use single buffer
operation. In single buffer mode, the printer will erase and format all fields. This, in turn, decreases
printer throughput when incrementing, decrementing, or replacement fields are used (see Label
Formatting Commands). See <STX>d.

Syntax: <STX>s

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STX T Print Quality Label

This command instructs the printer to produce a Print Quality label, a format comprised of different
patterns and bar codes useful in printer setup. (On display-equipped models, this is also one of the
Quick Test formats.) To capture all printed information, use the labels as wide as the maximum print
width (see Appendix K) and at least four inches (102 mm) long.

Syntax: <STX>T

Printer response (dots

patterns may vary):

STX t Test DRAM Memory Module

This command tests the DRAM module. The printer returns a one-line message stating the module
condition (no message is returned if a module is unavailable).

Syntax: <STX>t

results - Test results given as ‘Good’ or ‘Bad’.

Non-Display Models: The printer must be in Test Mode for the command to function. To enable the
Test Mode see the <STX>KD command.

Printer response format: axxxK results<CR>

Where: a - 2 = Slot B

xxx - Module size in Kbytes

Display-Equipped Models: The printer must have Feedback Characters enabled for this command to
function. Feedback Characters can be enabled via the menu (see the Operator’s Manual for additional
information).

Printer response format: Module A: xxxxK DRAM Testedresults<CR>

Module B: xxxxK DRAM Testedresults<CR>
Module D: xxxxK DRAM Tested results<CR>

Where: xxxx - Module size in Kbytes.

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STX U Label Format String Replacement Field

This command places new label data into format fields to build a label. Two options are available:
Exact Length and Truncated Length.
To easily keep track of fields, place all of the fields to be updated with the command at the beginning
of the label format. A maximum of 99 format fields can be updated. Fields are numbered
consecutively 01 to 99 in the order received.

Exact Length Replacement Field Functions – The new data string must equal the original string
length and contain valid data. When the dynamic data is shorter than the length of the originally
defined data field, then field will be padded with blanks (or zero when the Format Record header
specifies a numeric bar code).

Syntax: <STX>Unnss…s<CR>

Where: nn - Is the format field number, 2 digits.

ss…s - Is the new string data, followed by a <CR>

Exact Length Sample: <STX>L

1A1100001000100DATA FIELD 1<CR>
161100001100110data field 2<CR>
161100001200120data field 3<CR>
Q0001
E
<STX>U01123<CR>
<STX>U02New data F2<CR>
<STX>E0002
<STX>G

The sample produces three labels. The first is formatted with the commands between <STX>L and
E. The next two labels print with the replacement data contained in the <STX>U commands (see
<STX>E and <STX>G). The bar code is the same length: 3 digits and nine spaces.

Truncated Length Replacement Field Functions – A variant of the <STX>U command includes the
truncate option ‘T’, where dynamic data shorter than the originally defined field length will not be
padded, and the original maximum field length is maintained for subsequent replacements.

Syntax: <STX>UTnnss…s<CR>

Where: nn - Is the format field number, 2 digits.

T - Truncate option

ss…s - Is the new string data, followed by a <CR>

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Truncated Sample: <STX>L

1A1100001000100data field 1<CR>
161100001100110data field 2<CR>
161100001200120data field 3<CR>
Q0001
E
<STX>UT01123<CR>
<STX>U02New data F2<CR>
<STX>E0002
<STX>G

The sample produces three labels. The first is formatted with the commands between <STX>L and
E. The next two labels print with the replacement data contained in the <STX>U commands (see
<STX>E and <STX>G). The bar code is shortened; it only has three digits (and no spaces).

STX V Software Switch Settings

This command controls the printer options, where the appropriate value allows the option(s) to be
‘On’ or ‘Off.’ Each option has a corresponding bit whose value is ‘1’ when enabled. The tables below
indicate the bit assignments and corresponding command value needed to enable the desired
option(s).

Display-Equipped Models: Printer options are set by entering selections through the menu. The
software setting command allows two of these option settings to be modified without returning to the
menu.

Syntax: <STX>Vn

Where: n - Is a single digit ASCII numeric value from 0-F. The value of
n is used to override the power-up option settings. Reset or
power-up returns the printer to the original settings.

Sample: <STX>V5

The sample corresponds to setting Bits 0 and 2, creating a command value of 5. When applied, this
enables the Present Sensor and Cutter options.

Bit Assignment Printer Option

0 Cutter
1 N/A
2 Present Sensor
3 N/A
Table 4-1: Software Switch Bit Assignment

Use the bit assignment table above to determine the command value n in the binary table below (e.g.,
the command value 5 sets the bits 0 and 2 to ‘1’).

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Command Values for Bits Assigned

Bit
n Value
3 2 1 0
0 0 0 0 0
1 0 0 0 1
4 0 1 0 0
5 0 1 0 1
Table 4-2: Software Switch Binary

STX v Request Firmware Version

This command causes the printer to send its version string (this data is the same as that printed on the
configuration label). The version may be different from printer to printer.

Syntax: <STX>v

Printer Response: VER: 4308 – 06.06 07/09/2001 <CR>

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STX W Request Memory Module Information

This command requests a memory module directory listing. Although a module can store font,
graphics and format data together, it can display only one type of information at a time. If the module
contains all three types of data, it will be necessary to check the directory three times, using each of
the control parameters, F, G, and L, to determine the contents. When no user accessible modules are
present, there is no printer response to <STX>WF, <STX>WG, or <STX>WL.

Syntax: <STX>Wa

Where: a - Data type:

F = Downloaded Font
G = Graphics (Image)
L = Label
f = All fonts (respective of the resident fonts available and any
fonts that have been downloaded).

Sample: <STX>Wf

Printer response (sample taken using an E-Class):

Meaning:
MODULE: A<CR> Module ID ‘A’, fonts following reside in this module
103 CG Triumv <CR> Downloaded font ID and name

MODULE: F<CR>
Module ID ‘F’ (no user access), fonts following reside in this
module
000 <CR> Font internal ID 000, resident bitmapped font DPL ID 0
001 <CR> Font internal ID 001, resident bitmapped font DPL ID 1
002 <CR> Font internal ID 002, resident bitmapped font DPL ID 2
003 <CR> Font internal ID 003, resident bitmapped font DPL ID 3
004 <CR> Font internal ID 004, resident bitmapped font DPL ID 4
005 <CR> Font internal ID 005, resident bitmapped font DPL ID 5
006 <CR> Font internal ID 006, resident bitmapped font DPL ID 6
007 <CR> Font internal ID 007, resident bitmapped font DPL ID 7
008 <CR> Font internal ID 008, resident bitmapped font DPL ID 8
012 <CR> Font internal ID 012, resident bitmapped font DPL ID 9, A06
013 <CR> Font internal ID 013, resident bitmapped font DPL ID 9, A08
014 <CR> Font internal ID 014, resident bitmapped font DPL ID 9, A16
015 <CR> Font internal ID 015, resident bitmapped font DPL ID 9, A12
016 <CR> Font internal ID 016, resident bitmapped font DPL ID 9, A14
017 <CR> Font internal ID 017, resident bitmapped font DPL ID 9, A18
018 <CR> Font internal ID 018, resident bitmapped font DPL ID 9, A24
019 <CR> Font internal ID 019, resident bitmapped font DPL ID 9, A30
020 <CR> Font internal ID 020, resident bitmapped font DPL ID 9, A36

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STX w Test Flash Memory Module

This command tests the Flash memory module. The time for each test will vary from 20 to 120
seconds, depending upon the size of the module. All stored data will be destroyed. If no module is
present, there will be no printer response.

Syntax: <STX>wa

Where: a - Module designator; see Appendix K.

Printer response format: Module A: xxxxK results

Where: A - Module tested.

xxxx - Module size in kilobytes.

results - Test results given as ‘Good’ or ‘Bad’.

Note: E-Class models: Some Flash Memory Expansion options must have Write Enable jumpers installed
to perform this command.

STX X Set Default Module

This command, typically used prior to the loading of PCL-4 bit-mapped fonts (see Font Loading
Commands), is designed to allow the user to select between modules when downloading information.
The default module is one of the following:
1. The first alpha designator of the existing modules if item 2 has not occurred.
2. The module selected by this command.

Syntax: <STX>Xa

Where: a - Module designator; See Appendix K.

Sample: <STX>XB

The sample sets ‘B’ as the default module.

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STX x Delete File from Module

This command removes a specific file from the specified module. The file name is removed from the
module directory and thus the file cannot be accessed. The actual storage space occupied by the file is
not released. To reclaim deleted file storage space use <STX>z.

Syntax: <STX>xmtnn…n<CR>

Where: m - Module designator; see Appendix K.

t - The file type identification code:

G = Image file
L = Label format file
F = Bit-Mapped font file
S = Smooth scalable font file

nn…n - The file name to delete, up to sixteen alphanumeric characters for

graphics or label format files, 3 for bit-mapped font files, and 2
for smooth scalable font files.

STX Y Output Sensor Values

This command causes the printer to respond with the sensor value status. When <STX>Y is received,
the printer will respond with the digitally converted values of its internal analog sensors (see below).
To repeat the display of values, send the printer a ‘SPACE’ (20 hexadecimal). Send <ESC> to
terminate this function.

Non-Display Models: The printer must be in Test Mode for the command to function. To enable the
Test Mode see the <STX>KD command.

Display-Equipped Models: The printer must have Feedback Characters enabled for this command to
function. Feedback Characters can be enabled via the menu (see the Operator’s Manual for additional
information).

Syntax: <STX>Y

Printer response: Thermistor ADC: 0048 Reflective ADC: 0000

Transmissive ADC: 0204 Paperout ADC: 0000 24 Volt ADC:
0217 Contrast ADC: 0093 TOF Adjust ADC: 0170 Ribbon
ADC: 0125 Battery Level: Good <CR>

Where: Paperout ADC: 0225 indicates paper is present;

0000 indicates paper is not present.
Battery level: Good indicates the battery has sufficient charge;
Low indicates the battery is insufficiently charged.

Notes: Equipped sensors vary with printer, model, and options. In addition, some readings require printer-
controlled paper movement to indicate a meaningful value.

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STX y Select Font Symbol Set

This command selects the scalable font symbol set. The selected symbol set remains active until
another symbol set is selected. See the <STX>KS command and Appendices E, I, and H for more
information. Option dependant. Not all symbol sets can be used with all fonts.

Syntax: <STX>ySxx

Where: S - Byte-size designation; see Appendix H:

S = Single byte symbol sets.
U = Double byte symbol sets.

xx - Symbol set selection.

Sample: <STX>ySPM

The sample selects the PC-850 multilingual set.

STX Z Print Configuration Label

This command causes the printer to produce a Database Configuration Label. To capture all printed
information, use the labels as wide as the maximum print width (see Appendix K) and at least four
inches (102 mm) long.

Syntax: <STX>Z

Printer response:
FRI SEPTEMBER 026, 1997 19:29 244 DIRECT THERMAL
VER: E4304 - 04.06 08/24/01 COMMUNICATIONS NOT DETECTED
BOOT 83-2329-04A 9600,8,N
CODE 83-2325-04F EDGE
FONT 83-2337-01A SOP ADJUST________ 128
CPLD 59-2157-01C PRESENT ADJUST____ 128
SYSTEM RAM CHECKS____ GOOD TOF LOW___________ 0
SYSTEM RAM SIZE___ 2016 KBYTES TOF DELTA_________ 10
SYSTEM RAM AVAIL__ 1264 KBYTES TOF GAIN__________ 10
REG POWER SUPPLY__ NO OOS MAXVOLT_______ 2

INPUT VALUES COUNTER INFORMATION

PAPER_____________ 255 ABSOLUTE VALUES 9-18-1999
DARKNESS__________ 131 LENGTH____ 773 INCHES
TRAN______________ 255 TIME______ 20 HOURS
REFL______________ 149 RESETTABLE VALUES 9-22-1999
RIBM______________ 87 LENGTH____ 576 INCHES
THR_______________ 48 TIME______ 10 HOURS
24V_______________ 223
MEMORY CONFIGURATION
INTERNAL MODULE______ 128
SCALABLE FONTS_______ 64
LABEL SIZE 0410:02218 IN

Notes: Printed information will vary according to printer, model, firmware version, and options.

STX z Pack Module

This command causes the printer to reclaim all storage space associated with all deleted files on the
specified module (see <STX>X and <STX>x).

Syntax: <STX>zm

Where: m - The module identification character, see Appendix K.

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Introduction
Issued in the same context as System-Level Commands, the Extended System-Level Commands expand
certain System-Level Commands to provide extra degree of printer control.

STX K Memory Configuration (Non-Display Models only)

This command configures the available DRAM (including any installed optional DRAM) as a method
for managing printer memory. Memory can be assigned to specific entities or functions in units of
4KB blocks. The allocation(s) set by this command, draw from the same memory pool, affecting
maximum print length and label throughput (see note below). The printer executes the memory
configuration specified by the command during the next idle period following its receipt, and is stored
in Flash memory then reinstated upon a power-up or reset. If the total requested memory allocation
exceeds the configurable memory available, contains no fields, or for configurations not specified, the
command will be rejected and the printer will assume its previous configuration. Any of the three
fields are optional, and are separated by the colon. Brackets indicate optional fields.

Syntax: <STX>Kix[:jy][:kz]<CR>

Sample: <STX>KM0020:S0015<CR>

In the sample, memory is allocated 20*4*1024 bytes for module space and 15*4*1024 bytes for the
scalable cache.

Where: i, j, k are M, S, or W; x, y, z are four-digit maximum numbers of 4K byte blocks or

inches/100 or (mm/10) as described below.

M Represents the start of a sequence (up to five characters) that assigns memory to the Internal
Module. If this field does not appear, then the Internal Module is not affected. If no Internal
Module exists, it will be created and formatted. Existing Internal Modules will be erased, re-
sized and formatted. The number that follows the M is a decimal number (up to four digits) that
specifies the size in 4KB blocks of memory to assign to the Internal Module. A value of “0000”
will delete the Internal Module (see Appendix J for additional information).

S Represents the start of a sequence (up to five characters) that assigns the amount of internal
memory allocated to the smooth scalable font processor. This field is optional; if it does not
appear, the current amount of memory assigned to the smooth scalable font processor will
remain unchanged. The allocation must be at least 15 (60KB) to print scalable fonts, and at least
30 for double-byte fonts. The number that follows the S is a decimal number (up to four digits)
that specifies the size in 4 KB blocks to assign to the smooth scalable font processor. Any value
less than the minimum requirement results in the amount assigned to be zero (0), thereby
disabling the printing of smooth scalable fonts. The recommended value is 0025 (100KB).

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W Represents the start of a sequence (up to five characters) that sets the printable label width.
Setting a width smaller than the natural (maximum) width of the printer effectively extends
printable label length. This field is optional; if it does not appear, the current printable label
width is left unchanged. The number that follows the W is a decimal number (up to four digits)
that specifies the printable label width in either 100ths of an inch or in millimeters, depending on
the current units setting of the printer (imperial or metric). If the value specified exceeds the
printable width of the printer, the printable label width is set to the maximum. If the value
specified is less than the minimum value allowed (200) then the printable label width is set to the
minimum allowed value.
Note: Label printing requirements may be computed as bytes (label print length * width allocation *
printhead resolution / 8). For maximum throughput, the memory allocated should allow for a
minimum of three times the computed requirement, or the available label length (as determined by
<STX>KQ command) should be three times the label print length.

STX K}E Empty Sensor Calibration (Non-Display Models only)

This command causes the printer to determine and save the calibration value for the empty
media sensor condition. This calibration parameter should be performed when no media is
installed in the sensor. The LED flashes during calibration, and will resume steady illumination
when calibration is complete. (Failure is indicated by a delay before the LED resumes steady
illumination.) A one character printer response Pass / Fail message (P or F) is also generated.

STX K}Q Quick Media Calibration (Non-Display Models only)

This command causes the printer to move label stock and then save the sampled calibration
values. This calibration parameter should be performed with media installed in the printer. The
LED flashes during calibration, and will resume steady illumination when calibration is
complete. (Failure is indicated by a delay before the LED resumes steady illumination.) A one
character printer response Pass / Fail message (P or F) is also generated.

STX K}M Manual Media Calibration (Non-Display Models only)

This command causes the printer to save the sampled calibration values as the operator places
stock within the label sensor. The LED flashes during calibration, and will resume steady
illumination when calibration is complete. (Failure is indicated by a delay before the LED
resumes steady illumination.) A one character printer response Pass / Fail message (P or F) is
also generated.

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STX KaR Read Data from RFID Tag

(Direct Mode – Generic Read/Write Interface)

This command instructs the RFID device to read data from the tag and then place that data into a
replaceable field. It is expected that the tag transponder will be within the read / write distance of the
RFID programming device; otherwise, “Void” will be printed in the text or bar code label field.

Syntax: <STX>KaRAaaabbbcdee<CR>

Where: A - Optional – for data in the ASCII format.

aaa - The number of bytes to read.

bbb - HF - Starting block number (000 maximum block number).*

UHF – Should be 000.

c - Command 1. Reserved. Should be 0.

d - Command 2. Reserved. Should be 0.

ee - Field number in which to place the data (must be 01, 02, 03, etc.)
matching the order of Label Formatting command U.
Note: The 00 value will send read data to the host with no printing.

Sample: <STX>L
1911A1802000010TEXT
U
X
<STX>KaR0000010001
<STX>G

The sample creates a replaceable text field (01), recalls data from the RFID tag block zero (reading
only one block), and prints the data in the location specified by the replaceable field. Since there are
two digits per each hex value, replaceable fields should be twice as long than if using ASCII data (e.g.,
the character “A” would be returned as “41”).
* Dependent on transponder manufacturer.

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STX KaW Write Data to RFID Tag

(Direct Mode – Generic Read/Write Interface)

This command instructs the RFID device to write data to the tag. It is expected that the tag
transponder will be within the read / write distance of the RFID programming device; otherwise, a
warning will occur and a warning message (Read / Write Fail) will be displayed.

Syntax: <STX>KaWAaaabbbcdee…e<CR>

Where: Aaaa - Optional – for data in the ASCII format, followed by the byte
count (000-999).

bbb - HF – Starting block number (000 maximum block number).*

UHF – Should be 000.

c - Command 1. Reserved for Future (should be 0)

d - Command 2. Reserved for Future (should be 0)

ee…e - Data to be encoded on RFID tag (HF – the last used block will be
null-padded, if necessary).

Notes: UHF ASCII formats must be 8 or 12 characters.

UHF Hexadecimal formats must be 16 or 24 character pairs.

Sample: <STX>KaW0000054455354[CR]

The sample writes the data “TEST” at block zero.

* Dependent on transponder manufacturer.

STX Kb Backfeed Time Delay

(Non-Display Models only)

The backfeed time delay command controls the time a printed label is allowed to remain “presented”
before being retracted to the start of print position.

Syntax: <STX>Kbnnn<CR>

Where: nnn - Seconds/10

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STX KC Get Configuration

This command returns the configuration of the printer. The form of the returned data is similar to that
of a printed Configuration Label. This command should be parsed by KEYWORDS, not by
Character POSITIONS. Each line is terminated by a CR (0x0d) & LF (0x0a). Datamax will
make every effort to keep Keyword consistent.

Syntax: <STX>KC<CR>

Printer response:

CONFIGURATION SENSOR GAIN D PORT DIRECTION

TUE 02:01PM 10 SCALEABLE FONT UNI-DIRECTIONAL
01AUG2001 PRINT CONTROL CACHE PORT STATUS
PRINTER KEY: HEAT 312 KB DISABLED
4308-TB10-010327- 10 SINGLE BYTE PARALLEL PORT B:
494 PRINT SPEED SYMBOLS PORT DIRECTION
APPLICATION 6.0in/sec PC-850 BI-DIRECTIONAL
VERSION: FEED SPEED MULTILINGUAL PORT STATUS
83-2284-06E 6.0in/sec DOUBLE BYTE DISABLED
06.06 07/09/2001 REVERSE SPEED SYMBOLS NIC ADAPTER:
BOOT LOADER: 4.0in/sec UNICODE DMXNET INACTIVE
83-2269-03D 03.04 ROW OFFSET ABSOLUTE COUNTER HOST SETTINGS:
10/30/2000 00.00 in. 3782 in. HOST TIMEOUT
SYSTEM INFORMATION COLUMN OFFSET 27MAR2001 10 SEC
PRINT BUFFER SIZE: 00.00 in. RESETTABLE COUNTER CONTROL CODES
280 in. PRESENT DISTANCE 205 in. STANDARD CODES
FLASH SIZE: 0.00 in. 27MAR2001 FEEDBACK
4 MB CUSTOM FORMAT ATTRIBUTES CHARACTERS
RAM TEST: ADJUSTMENTS: XOR DISABLED
PASS DARKNESS IMAGING MODE ESC SEQUENCES
OPTIONAL 32 MULTIPLE LABEL ENABLED
LANGUAGES: ROW ADJUST PAUSE MODE HEAT COMMAND
FRANCAIS 64 DOTS DISABLED ENABLED
ITALIANO COLUMN ADJUST SELECT SECURITY SPEED COMMANDS
DEUTSCH 0 DOTS DISABLED ENABLED
ESPAÑOL PRESENT ADJUST PEEL MODE DIAGNOSTICS
CONFIGURATION 64 DOTS DISABLED HEX DUMP MODE
FILE: PRINTER OPTIONS UNITS OF MEASURE DISABLED
NONE MODULES IMPERIAL PRINT TEST
MEDIA SETTINGS A: NOT INSTALLED SOP EMULATION RATE(min)
MEDIA TYPE B: NOT INSTALLED DISABLED 0
THERMAL TRANSFER D: FORMATTED BACK AFTER PRINT SENSOR READINGS
SENSOR TYPE F: NOT INSTALLED DISABLED THR TRAN RIBM 24V
GAP G: FORMATTED MENU LANGUAGE 132 141 159 178
LABEL LENGTH X: FORMATTED ENGLISH PS HD RANK
04.00 in. Y: 83-2296-01C COMMUNICATIONS 000 254 000
MAXIMUM LABEL Z: NOT INSTALLED SERIAL PORT A: RIBBON SENSOR
LENGTH PRESENT SENSOR BAUD RATE LIMITS
•30.00 in. NOT INSTALLED 9600 BPS RIBBON ADC LOW
PAPER OUT DISTANCE CUTTER PROTOCOL 105
00.25 in. NOT INSTALLED BOTH RIBBON ADC HIGH
LABEL WIDTH GPIO PORT: PARITY 182
4.16 in. NOT INSTALLED NONE END OF LIST
SENSOR CALIBRATION SYSTEM SETTINGS DATA BITS
PAPER SENSOR LEVEL FACTORY SETTING 8
144 FILE STOP BITS
GAP SENSOR LEVEL NONE 1
30 INTERNAL MODULE SERIAL PORT B:
EMPTY SENSOR LEVEL 1024 KB NOT INSTALLED
0 DEFAULT MODULE PARALLEL PORT A:

Note: Displayed information and its formatted form will vary with printer, model, firmware version, and
equipped options.

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STX Kc Configuration Set

This command specifies the Power-up Configuration parameter values for the printer and is
equivalent to using other system commands followed by the <SOH>U. This command is intended
for easily configuring a custom setup, but NOT for dynamic configuration changes.
Configuration commands are examined for differences relative to the current configuration; the
command has no impact when there are no differences. Display-equipped models will reset upon
completion of a command stream containing parameter value changes; non-display models perform
this reset only for certain functions, such as memory allocation. In any case, no commands should be
sent to the printer until this reset is complete. The following are highlights of this command:

These parameter values are equivalent to changing the respective menu settings and do not affect
the factory default settings of the printer.

If separated by a semi-colon (;), multiple parameter values may be sent in a single command
stream; see sample below.

All values are stored in Flash memory and remain in effect until new values are received or until
factory defaults are restored.

If system commands are sent that override the Power-up Configuration value(s), the Power-up
Configuration value(s) will be restored the next time the printer is powered ‘On’ or reset.

These parameters are the same as those found in the Setup Menu (non-display models), or as
those found in the Menu System (display-equipped models). The respective functions are
documented in the appropriate Operator’s or Maintenance Manual. Not all commands are
effective on all Class printers.

Note: Illegal or out of range parameter values may have unpredictable results. In addition, Media sensing
scaling values, TOF Bias, etc. may not be effective on other printers of the same type due to
hardware tolerances.

Syntax: <STX>Kcaa1val1[;aaIvalI][;aanvaln]<CR>

Where: aa1, aaI, aan - Are two letter parameter names.

val1, valI, valn - Are parameter values, with ranges appropriate for
the associated parameter.

Sample: <STX>KcPA120;CL600;STC<CR>

The sample sets the Present Adjust to 120 dots, the Continuous Label Length to 6 inches, and the
Sensor Type to Continuous.

The following table summarizes the different Set Configuration Command parameters. Descriptions
of these parameters can be found by referencing the Command Equivalent column of the table. Where
no equivalent is given, unique parameter descriptions follow the tables.

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Configuration Set Commands

<STX>Kc Parameter Value / Units / Applicable Menu Item Equivalent Command

Parameter Name Pneumonic Range Interpretation Printer Type or Menu Item Number Equivalent

Alignment Length AL 0 – 999 1/100 inch Non-Display 19 N/A

2-Byte alpha AA – ZZ, printer Display-Equipped System Settings <STX>y,

Single Byte Symbol Set AS
character resident symbol set Non-Display N/A
ySxx

Y = Enabled,
Backup After Print BA Y, N Display-Equipped System Settings N/A
N = Disabled
0 = Disabled,
Display-Equipped
Backup Label BL 0, 3, 4 3 = Active Low, Printer Options N/A
(w/GPIO option)
4 = Active High
Y = Enabled,
British Pound BP Y, N Display-Equipped N/A N/A
N = Disabled

alpha Model specific ranges;

Backup (Reverse) Speed BS or bS Display-Equipped Print Control pa
character see Appendix L.

Y = Enabled, Graphics Display- N/A

Buzzer Enable BZ Y, N System Settings
N = Disabled Equipped

+ / – dots Display-Equipped Print Control N/A

Dots (model specific),
Column Adjust CA
see Appendix K.
0 – 255 Non-Display 28 N/A

S = Standard, Display-Equipped Communications N/A

Control Codes CC S, 1, 2 1 = Alternate,
2 = Alternate-2 Non-Display 9 <STX>KD

Table 5-1: Configuration Set Commands

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<STX>Kc Parameter Value / Units / Applicable Menu Item Equivalent Command

Parameter Name Pneumonic Range Interpretation Printer Type or Menu Item Number Equivalent
A or Y = Auto,
A/Y, E, N/D E = Enabled, Display-Equipped Printer Options
N or D = Disabled
Cutter Equipped CE <STX>V
A = Auto,
A, Y, N Y = Enabled, Non-Display 4
N = Disabled
Y = Enabled,
Y, N Display-Equipped Communications
N = Disabled
Comm Heat Commands CH N/A
1 = Enabled,
1, 0 Non-Display 26
0 = Disabled
Display-Equipped Media Settings
Continuous Label Length CL 0 – 9999 1/100 in. <STX>c
Non-Display 10

Column Offset CO 0 – 9999 1/100 in. Display-Equipped Print Control Cnnnn

Y = Enabled,
Y, N Display-Equipped Communications
N = Disabled
Comm Speed Commands CS N/A
1 = Enabled,
1, 0 Non-Display 25
0 = Disabled
Y = Enabled,
Comm TOF Commands CT Y, N Display-Equipped Communications N/A
N = Disabled

200, 300,
DPI Emulation DE Dots per inch Display-Equipped System Settings N/A
400, 600

Darkness DK 1 – 64 N/A Display-Equipped Print Control N/A

Table 5-1: Configuration Set Commands (continued)

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<STX>Kc Parameter Value / Units / Applicable Menu Item Equivalent Command

Parameter Name Pneumonic Range Interpretation Printer Type or Menu Item Number Equivalent

Default Module DM D, G Module Letter Display-Equipped System Settings <STX>X

Delay Rate (Quick Tests) DR 0 – 120 Seconds Display-Equipped Diagnostics N/A

2-Byte alpha AA – ZZ, printer <STX>y,

Double Byte Symbol Set DS Display-Equipped System Settings
character resident symbol set ySxx

Display-Equipped System Settings

0 = DPL,
Input Mode EM 0, 1 N/A
1 = Line
Non-Display 21

End Character EN D N/A Display-Equipped N/A N/A

1 = Low Pulse,
2 = High Pulse, Display-Equipped
End Of Print EP 1, 2, 3, 4 Printer Options N/A
3 = Active Low, (w/GPIO option)
4 = Active High

3 = Active Low, Display-Equipped

Start of Print EQ 3, 4 Printer Options N/A
4 = Active High (w/GPIO option)

Y = Enabled,
ESC Sequences ES Y, N Display-Equipped Communications N/A
N = Disabled

Y = Enabled,
Exact Time ET Y, N Non-Display 24 N/A
N = Disabled

Empty Sensor Level EV 0 – 255 N/A Display-Equipped Media Settings N/A

X = XOR,
Format Attributes FA X, O, T O = Opaque, Display-Equipped System Settings An
T = Transparent

Table 5-1: Configuration Set Commands (continued)

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<STX>Kc Parameter Value / Units / Applicable Menu Item Equivalent Command

Parameter Name Pneumonic Range Interpretation Printer Type or Menu Item Number Equivalent

0 = No Substitution Display
Font Emulation FE 0, 1, 2 1 = Sub CG Times SA0 N/A N/A
2 = Sub User S50 Non-Display

Fault Handling FH L, D, R See Table 5-2. Display-Equipped System Settings N/A

Y = Enabled,
Feedback Mode FM Y, N Display-Equipped Communications <STX>a
N = Disabled

alpha Model specific ranges;

Slew Speed FS GPIO-Equipped Print Control <STX>KZSx
character see Appendix L.

A = Applicator, Display-Equipped Printer Options

GPIO Enable GE A, V, N V = Verifier, N/A
N = Disabled Non-Display 25

Gap / Mark Value GM 0 – 255 N/A Display-Equipped Media Settings N/A

Gain Reflective Value GR 0 – 255 N/A Display-Equipped Media Settings N/A

L = Leftmost dot is zero,

Head Bias HB L, R R = Rightmost dot is A-Class, only System Settings N/A
zero

Inches (or centimeters)

Head Cleaning HC 0 – 9999 Display-Equipped Media Settings N/A
multiplied by 1000

Display-Equipped Print Control

Heat HE 0 – 30 N/A Hnn
Non-Display 23

Host Timeout HT 1 – 60 Seconds Display-Equipped Communications N/A

Table 5-1: Configuration Set Commands (continued)

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<STX>Kc Parameter Value / Units / Applicable Menu Item Equivalent Command

Parameter Name Pneumonic Range Interpretation Printer Type or Menu Item Number Equivalent

Y = Enabled,
Y, N Display-Equipped Communications
N = Disabled
N/A
Ignore Control Codes IC
1 = Enabled,
1, 0 Non-Display N/A
0 = Disabled

1 = Enabled, N/A
Ignore Distances IE 1, 0 Non-Display N/A
0 = Disabled

M = Multiple label,
Imaging Mode IL M, S Display-Equipped System Settings N/A
S = Single label

100 – up to
max.
Kbytes Display-Equipped System Settings N/A
available, see
Internal Module IM Appendix K

4 Kbytes
0 – 128 Non-Display 17 <STX>KM
(0 = disabled)

Label Alignment LA N, A, Y See Table 5-3. Non-Display 18 N/A

N, A, P, L, M N = None, Display-Equipped System Settings N/A

A = Allegro,
Legacy Emulation LE P = Prodigy,
L = Prodigy Plus,
N, A, P, L M = Prodigy Max Non-Display 22 N/A

Language Select LS String Language Name Display-Equipped System Settings N/A

Table 5-1: Configuration Set Commands (continued)

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<STX>Kc Parameter Value / Units / Applicable Menu Item Equivalent Command

Parameter Name Pneumonic Range Interpretation Printer Type or Menu Item Number Equivalent

75 – head Display-Equipped Media Settings N/A

Label Width LW width, see 1/100 inch
Appendix K Non-Display 15 <STX>KW

Module Command MCC Z, G See Table 5-4. Display-Equipped N/A N/A

Maximum Label Length ML 0 – 9999 1/100 inch Display-Equipped Media Settings <STX>M

Display-Equipped Media Settings N/A

D = Direct,
Media Type MT D, T
T = Thermal Transfer
Non-Display 1 <STX>KD

Mark Value MV 0 – 255 N/A Display-Equipped Media Settings N/A

Y = Enabled,
No Reprint NR Y, N Non-Display 25 N/A
N = Disabled

Disable Symbol Set Y = Enabled,

NS Y, N Non-Display N/A N/A
Selection N = Disabled

Option Feedback OF D, Rx, S See Table 5-5. Display-Equipped Communications N/A

Display-Equipped Print Control

Dots (model specific),
Present Adjust PA 0 – 128 N/A
see Appendix K.
Non-Display 6

Display-Equipped Print Control

Print Contrast PC 0 – 64 N/A N/A
Non-Display N/A

Table 5-1: Configuration Set Commands (continued)

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<STX>Kc Parameter Value / Units / Applicable Menu Item Equivalent Command

Parameter Name Pneumonic Range Interpretation Printer Type or Menu Item Number Equivalent

Present Distance PD 0 – 400 1/100 inch Display-Equipped Print Control <STX>Kf

Y = Enabled,
Peel Mode PE Y, N Display-Equipped System Settings N/A
N = Disabled
000000 –
Printer Level PL Hex Codes Display-Equipped System Settings N/A
FFFFFF

Y = Enabled,
Pause Mode PM Y, N Display-Equipped System Settings <STX>J
N = Disabled

Paper Out Distance PO 0 – 9999 1/100 inch Display-Equipped Media Settings N/A

Parallel Direction PP xDz See Table 5-6. Display-Equipped Communications N/A

A or Y = Auto,
A/Y, E, N/D E = Enabled, Display-Equipped Printer Options <STX>V
N or D = Disabled
Present Sensor Enable PS
A = Auto,
<STX>V,
A, Y, N Y = Enabled, Non-Display 3
<STX>KD
N = Disabled

alpha Model specific ranges;

Print Speed pS Display-Equipped Print Control Pa
character see Appendix L.

Y = Enabled,
Tear Position PT Y, N Non-Display 20 N/A
N = Disabled

Paper Value PV 0 – 255 N/A Display-Equipped Media Settings N/A

Four characters
Password Set PW A – Z, 0 – 9 (or, if security is enabled Display-Equipped System Settings N/A
then 8 characters).

Table 5-1: Configuration Set Commands (continued)

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<STX>Kc Parameter Value / Units / Applicable Menu Item Equivalent Command

Parameter Name Pneumonic Range Interpretation Printer Type or Menu Item Number Equivalent

Query Configuration QQ Q N/A All Configuration Label N/A

Dots (model specific),

Row Adjust RA 0 – 128 Display-Equipped Print Control N/A
see Appendix K.

Reflective TOF Bias RB 0 – 50 .1 Volt DC Non-Display 14 N/A

Reflective TOF Delta RD 0 – 50 .1 Volt DC Non-Display 13 N/A

A or Y = Auto,
Ribbon Saver Enable RE A/Y, E, N/D E = Enabled, Display-Equipped Printer Options <STX>R
N or D = Disabled

Resolution specific; see

Row Adjust Fine Tune RF + / – dots Display-Equipped Printer Control N/A
Appendix K.

Reflective TOF Gain RG 0 – 15 .1 Volt DC Non-Display 12 N/A

M, A, D, S, Display-Equipped
RFID Configuration RI See Table 5-7. Printer Options N/A
L, R, W, E, P (w/RFID option)

Ribbon Low Diameter RL 1.00 – 2.00 1/100 in. Display-Equipped Media Settings N/A

Reflective No Paper
RN 0 – 16 .1 Volt DC Non-Display 11 N/A
Minimum (Out Of Stock)

Row Offset RO 0 – 9999 1/100 in. Display-Equipped Print Control Rnnnn

Table 5-1: Configuration Set Commands (continued)

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<STX>Kc Parameter Value / Units / Applicable Menu Item Equivalent Command

Parameter Name Pneumonic Range Interpretation Printer Type or Menu Item Number Equivalent

3 = Active Low, Display-Equipped

Ribbon Low Signal RS 3, 4 Print Options N/A
4 = Active High (w/ GPIO option)

Reflective Paper Value RV 0 – 255 N/A Display-Equipped Media Settings N/A

SOP Adjust SA 0 – 255 N/A Non-Display 5 <STX>O

100 – 8192 Kbytes Display-Equipped System Settings N/A

Scalable Font Cache SC
0 – 128 4 Kbytes (0 = disabled) Non-Display 16 <STX>KS

L = Prodigy Plus,
A = Allegro,
SOP Emulation SE L, A, P, D Display-Equipped System Settings N/A
P = Prodigy,
D = Disable

Save As Filename SF String Up to 16 characters Display-Equipped System Settings N/A

Sensor Gain Value SG 0 – 32 N/A Display-Equipped Media Settings N/A

Scalable Heap SH 0 – 9999 Kbytes Display-Equipped N/A N/A

Security Lock Sl N, Y, T See Table 5-8. Display-Equipped System Settings N/A

A, H, P,
Stop Location SL See Table 5-9. Non-Display 20 N/A
C, T, N

C, H, M,
Scanner Configuration SN See Table 5-10. Display-Equipped Printer Options N/A
D, B, V

Table 5-1: Configuration Set Commands (continued)

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<STX>Kc Parameter Value / Units / Applicable Menu Item Equivalent Command

Parameter Name Pneumonic Range Interpretation Printer Type or Menu Item Number Equivalent

Display-Equipped Communications N/A

Serial Port SP xyz See Table 5-11.
Non-Display 7 and 8 <STX>KD

Alpha Model specific ranges;

Feed Speed SS or sS Display-Equipped Print Control Sa
character see Appendix L.
<STX>e,
G = Gap (edge), Display-Equipped Media Settings <STX>r,
Sensor Type ST G, C, R C = Continuous, <STX>c
R = Reflective
Non-Display 2 <STX>KD

TOF Bias TB 0 – 50 .1 Volt DC Non-Display 14 N/A

TOF Delta TD 0 – 50 .1 Volt DC Non-Display 13 N/A

TOF Gain TG 0 – 15 .1 Volt DC Non-Display 12 N/A

No Paper Min
TN 0 – 16 .1 Volt DC Non-Display 11 N/A
(Out Of Stock)
Y = Enabled,
TOF Precedence TP Y, N Display-Equipped N/A N/A
N = Disabled

M = Metric, <STX>m,
Unit of Measure UM M, I Display-Equipped System Settings
I = Imperial <STX>n

User Terminator UT ON N/A Display-Equipped N/A N/A

A or Y = Auto,
Verifier Equip VE A/Y, E, N/D E = Enabled, Display-Equipped Printer Options <STX>KV
N or D = Disabled

Verifier Type VT A, B, C, D Reserved for future use Display-Equipped N/A N/A

Table 5-1: Configuration Set Commands

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<STX>Kc Parameter Overviews

(AL) Alignment Length – Critical for small labels when ‘Label Alignment’ is set to ‘Yes,’ this
command allows a length, measured from leading edge to leading edge of two successive labels,
to be entered. The measured length must be provided to the nearest hundredth of an inch. For
very small labels, errors of 0.01” can result in noticeable print variations on the labels between
the media sensor and the printhead. The number of labels that can be fit between the Media
Sensor and the printhead will magnify any error in label alignment length. Errors in measurement
are more favorable on the low side rather than the high side.

(AS) Single Byte Symbol Set – This command allows for a default single-byte symbol set. See
<STX>y or ySxx for command details.

(BA) Backup After Print – When the present distance is set with the GPIO enabled, this
command determines the timing of the label back up. When enabled, the printer immediately
backs up the label after the applicator-issued start of print signal is received, resulting in faster
throughput. If disabled, the printer will not initiate repositioning until the next label is ready to
print (may help prevent the curling of the label edge).

(BL) Backup Label – This command determines the timing of the label back up when the GPIO 1
option is installed and enabled. When enabled, the interface supports an input signal that allows
the printer to back up a label once it has been presented.

(BP) British Pound – This command, when enabled, will automatically switch from the Number
symbol (#) found at 0x23 (default PC-850 Multilingual Symbol Set) to the British Pound symbol
(£) at 0x9C.

(BS or bS) Backup Speed – This command controls the rate of label movement during backup
positioning for start of print, cutting or present distance; see Appendix C for available speed
ranges.

(BZ) Buzzer Enable – This command controls the audible signaling device that acknowledges
User Interface entries and, if enabled, sounds printer warning and fault conditions.

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(CA) Column Adjust – This command fine-tunes the Column Offset setting by shifting both the
horizontal start of print position and the Label Width termination point to the right in dots (see
Appendix K) to compensate for slight mechanical differences sometimes evident when multiple
printers share label formats.

(CC) Control Codes – This command, depending upon printer type, allows a change to the prefix
of the software commands interpreted by the printer:

Units / Interpretation Definition

Hex 01 = SOH command; Hex 02 = STX command; count-by = ^;
Standard Codes
Hex 1B = ESC; Hex 0x0D = Carriage Return
Hex 5E = SOH command; Hex 7E = STX command; count-by = @;
Alternate Codes
Hex 1B = ESC; Hex 0x0D = Carriage Return
Hex 5E = SOH command; Hex 7E = STX command; count-by = @;
Alternate Codes 2
Hex 1B = ESC; Hex 0x7C = Carriage Return

(CE) Cutter Equipped – A or Y - automatically senses device presence; if undetected, no error is

generated. E - enables the device, its presence must be detected; otherwise a fault is generated. N
or D - disables device detection. Note that the value range for non-display printers is Y, N only.
See <STX>V for command details.

(CH) Comm Heat Commands – This command causes the printer to ignore DPL Heat
commands; instead, the Heat value is controlled via the menu setting.

(CL) Continuous Label Length – See <STX>c for command details.

(CO) Column Offset – See Cnnnn for command details.

(CS) Comm Speed Commands – This command causes the printer to ignore DPL speed
commands; instead, speed values are controlled via the menu setting.

(CT) Comm TOF Commands – This command causes the printer to ignore DPL TOF (Gap,
Continuous, and Reflective) commands; instead, the sensor type is controlled via the menu
setting.

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(DE) DPI Emulation – This command allows printers with higher resolutions to emulate lower
print resolutions, as follows:
• 600 DPI can emulate 300 and 203 DPI resolutions
• 400 DPI can emulate a 203 DPI resolution

(DK) Darkness – This command controls the printhead strobe timing to fine-tune the HEAT
setting.

(DM) Default Module – See <STX>X for command details.

(DR) Delay Rate – This command sets the number of minutes to delay between multiple batch
printings of Quick Test Labels.

(DS) Double Byte Symbol Set – See <STX>y or ySxx for command details.

(EM) Input Mode – This command determines the printer’s mode of data processing: Standard
DPL, or Line Mode. In Line Mode the printer will not parse character strings; instead, it will
behave as a line printer, where each carriage return terminated line of data will be printed on the
label according to a stored template. See Appendix S for details.

(EN) End Character – This command terminates a <STX>Kc string.

(EP) End of Print – This command defines the programmable signal output that signifies the End
of Print (EOP) process:

Units / Interpretation Definition

Active Low Outputs a logic low (zero) following printing.

Active High Outputs a logic high (one) following printing.

Outputs a low pulse (approximately 30 milliseconds long) following

Low Pulse
printing.
Outputs a high pulse (approximately 30 milliseconds long) following
High Pulse
printing.

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(EQ) Start of Print – This command defines the programmable signal input that controls the Start
of Print (SOP) process:

Units / Interpretation Definition

Active Low SOP signal must go low for at least 50 milliseconds to initiate printing.
Active High SOP signal must go high for at least 50 milliseconds to initiate printing.

(ES) ESC Sequences – This command allows data containing invalid ESC control code
sequences to be processed (helpful because some systems send a “banner” to the printer). When
set to ‘Disabled,’ ESC sequences are ignored and the data is processed. Bitmapped font
downloads are disabled in this mode.

(ET) Exact Time – This command set the printer to wait until the system is idle before the next
label’s data and time fields are formatted to eliminate any discrepancy between the buffered and
printed times.

(EV) Empty Sensor Level – This command sets threshold value for the ‘Empty’ media sensor
parameter.

(FA) Format Attribute – See the “An” (in Label Formatting Command Functions) command for
details.

(FE) Font Emulation –This command allows font substitution for all Datamax internal fonts,
allowing a new default font to be defined without changing the host DPL data streams. Selecting
a default font that supports a desired character set could match with third party software to print
native characters without modifying the PC drivers. In other words, match the PC font with the
Printer Font then no interpretation would be required by driver or printer. Depending on host
drivers, the user may have to disable Symbol Set commands and modify the Default Symbol set.

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(FH) Fault Handling – When a fault condition (ribbon out, media out, etc.) is detected, this
command determines the level of intervention and the disposition of the label being printed at the
time the fault occurred.

Units /
Value Definition
Interpretation

Printing stops and a fault message is displayed. After the

x, y, z x = Interaction 1 = Standard problem is corrected, the FEED Key must be pressed to
Level clear the fault. The label in process is reprinted.

Depending upon the RETRY COUNT, one of the

2 = Void
following actions when faulted:
and Retry
• If the Retry Count setting has not been exceeded,
‘VOID’ is printed on the label in process and reprinting
occurs automatically;

• If the Retry Count has been exceeded, printing stops

and a fault message is displayed. After the problem is
corrected, the FEED Key must be pressed to clear the
fault. The label in process is reprinted; or,

• If the CANCEL Key is pressed the operator now has

the option of canceling the reprint:

To allow the reprint, press the ESCAPE Key or to

cancel the reprint, press the ENTER Key (the operator
now has the option of canceling the entire label batch
by pressing the ENTER Key again.)

Note: VOID will not be printed when insufficient space exists

for the height of the text (see VOID DISTANCE, below) or if the
fault occurred after the entire label was completed (i.e., when
the label reaches its Present Distance at or above the TOF).

Printing stops and a fault message is displayed. After the

0 = No
problem is corrected, the FEED Key must be pressed to
Reprint
clear the fault. The label in process is not reprinted.
Sets the distance to backup the faulted label to print
y = Void
.10 - 2.00 ‘VOID’ on its trailing edge, which also indirectly
Distance
establishes the font size of the void message.
Establishes the number of times the printer will attempt to
z = Retry reprint a label. If the last label printed in this count has
0-3
Count been voided, the printer will stop and display a fault
message.
Table 5-2: Fault Handling Command

Example: <STX>KcFH112<CR>
(The example configures the printer to back up and print a one-inch “VOID” message on a
label when a fault is detected; if two successive faults occur during the printing of that label
then the FEED Key must be pressed to clear the fault.)

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(FM) Feedback Mode – See <STX>a for command details.

(FS) Slew Speed – This command controls the rate of label movement between printing areas
when the GPIO port is used; see Appendix L.

(GE) GPIO Enable – This command is used to interface the printer to external controlling
devices (see Appendix J):

Units / Interpretation Definition

Applicator Enables the GPIO for a label applicator.
Verifier Enables the GPIO for a bar code verifier.
Disabled Disables the GPIO Port.

(GM) Gap / Mark Value – This command sets threshold value for the media sensor’s ‘gap /
mark’ parameter.

(GR) Gain Reflective Value – This command sets the sensitivity of the reflective media sensor.

(HB) Head Bias – This command instructs the printer to switch the dot zero position: as viewed
from the printer’s front panel (or label output side) – when dot zero occupies the left-most
location on the printhead then printing is left justified; when dot zero occupies the right-most
location, printing is right justified.

(HC) Head Cleaning – This command controls the printhead cleaning routine. The entered value
specifies the inch (or centimeter) count to reach before prompting a printhead cleaning. If the
number specified is exceeded three times, the printer will fault until cleaning is initiated.
Note: The number specified is multiplied by one thousand. Zero disables this function.

(HE) Heat – See Hnn for command details.

(HT) Host Timeout – This command controls the number of seconds a communications port must
be idle before the printer may process data from a different port. The value is also used to
“timeout” an image / label format download (i.e., if, at any time, data flow stops before a
complete label format is received, the data will be ignored).

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(IC) Ignore Control Codes – This command allows the user to remove control codes (< 20 Hex)
in the data field. The selected line terminator is processed. When enabled, DPL Control Code
(SOH, STX, CR, ESC, and ^) characters are removed from the data string. (Note that some fonts
do have printable characters in this range and they will not be printed when enabled.)

(IE) Ignore Distances – This command, when enabled, prevents <STX>O processing that will
change the start of print position.

(IL) Imaging Mode – This command instructs the printer whether to pre-image the label format:

Units / Interpretation Definition

The printer images multiple labels as memory permits, achieving the

Multiple Label fastest throughput; however, if time-stamping, the time will reflect the
moment the label is imaged rather than when actually printed.
The printer images the next label only after the previous label has been
Single Label successfully printed. Single processing provides time-stamps that are more
accurate, but it slows label throughput time.

Note: This selection can affect the accuracy of time-stamped labels and label throughput.

(IM) Internal Module – This command sets the number of 1K blocks (or 4K blocks for non-
display models, see the <STX>KM command) allocated for the internal RAM ‘D’ module.

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(LA) Label Alignment – This command prevents labels with lengths that are less than the
distance between the printhead and the Media Sensor from being wasted at power-up. See the
appropriate Operator’s Manual for specific information. Unless otherwise noted, the following
information pertains to all non-display models:

Value Mode Media Type Description Alignment Operation

6.5-inch and
greater (≥ At power-up,
The first label is skipped to ensure
16.51 cm) die- printing will begin
proper start of print position. Unless
cut, notched, at the current label
N Disabled using continuous stock, the operator
reflective, position (unless
must press the FEED Key to ensure
continuous, and RTC-equipped, see
proper label alignment.
multiple form note below).
lengths.

Press and hold the FEED Key four

Once loaded and seconds and the printer will measure the
aligned, subsequent label length. (If a Present Sensor is
power-ups will installed and enabled, the Label
result in a proper Alignment Length must be specified, or
start of print Label Alignment must be set to AUTO;
position with no otherwise, the printer will not perform
A Auto
skipped labels, the alignment.)
unless the label
length precludes Ex2 models only: The printer will
backing up, or when measure and store the label length by
the stock has been feeding past two label edges and then
manually moved. backing-up to the media’s leading edge,
6.5-inch or less assumed to be a full label.
(≤16.51 cm)
die-cut,
notched, and The Label Specify the Label Alignment Length
reflective. Alignment Length using the <STX>KcAL command, or the
must be specified. Setup Menu. Press and hold the FEED
Once loaded and Key four seconds, or toggle printer
aligned, subsequent power, and then the printer will align
power-ups will the labels to the specified distance.
result in a proper
Y Enabled start of print Ex2 models only: Specify the Label
position with no Alignment Length using the
skipped labels, <STX>KcAL command or DMXConfig
unless the label (or other). The printer will advance
length precludes stock to first edge following the leading
backing up, or when edge (assumed to begin at a whole
the stock has been label), and then backup to the supplied
manually moved. Align Label Length.

Table 5-3: Label Alignment Command

Note: The Real Time Clock (RTC) option allows the position-state of the label to be stored, thus
eliminating the need for an alignment prior to the printing of the first label (assuming the
label position has not moved while AC power was removed). If the label stock has been
changed then a Forced Alignment (press and hold the FEED Key 4 seconds) is
recommended.

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(LE) Legacy Emulation – This command enables the <STX>O and <STX>f print positioning
commands to allow backward compatibility with label formats that were designed for the
Allegro® Prodigy®, and Prodigy Plus® (If the printer is display-equipped, also Prodigy Max®
emulation).

(LS) Language Select – This command selects the language in which the menu system messages
and configuration label are shown. Only languages that are resident will be available.

(LW) Label Width – This command sets the maximum limit for the printable width. Objects
extending beyond this limit will NOT print; see Appendix K. (For non-display models also see
the <STX>KW command.)

Note: Ex2 models require this command prior to the start of a label format command (<STX>L).

(MCC) Module Command – This command adjusts the size of Flash module on the optional
Expansion Card according to the table below (see Appendix K for appropriate module details):

Value Units / Interpretation

Size: 1 – 7 Mbytes. This is the amount to be allocated to Module Z; any remaining

Zxx xx =
memory will be allocated to Module F.

Size: 1 – 56, 128 Kbytes blocks. This is the amount to be allocated to Module G;
Gxx xx =
any remaining memory will be allocated to Module X.

Table 5-4: Module Command

(ML) Maximum Label Length – See <STX>M for command details.

(MT) Media Type – This command selects the printing method: Direct Thermal for use with heat
sensitive media or Thermal Transfer for use with media requiring a ribbon to create an image.
(For non-display models also see the <STX>KD command.)

(MV) Mark Value – This command sets threshold value for the reflective media sensor’s ‘mark’
parameter.

(NR) No Reprint – This command controls the label reprint function following the correction of a
fault condition. Upon detection of a fault (ribbon out, paper out, etc.), printing stops and a fault
indicator is illuminated. After the problem is corrected, the FEED Key must be pressed to clear
the fault and resume normal operation. When enabled, the label in process is not reprinted.

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(NS) Disable Symbol Set Selection – This command prevents the <STX>y and y commands
from changing the default single-byte symbol set. When enabled, DPL Symbol Set commands are
ignored.

Note: When enabled, the only way to change the current symbol set is with the <STX>KcAS
command.

(OF) Option Feedback Mode – This command configures the printer to output the status of the
RFID or Scanner option to the active port, as follows.

Value Units / Interpretation

D = Disable

RFID Enable, where x is the response format, as follows:

D, Rx, S Rx = A = ASCII
H = Hexadecimal

S = Scanner Enable
Table 5-5: Option Feedback Command

Once enabled, the printer will report information about the results of the last label printed. One
response per label is returned to the host (this includes each voided and retried label). The
format and contents of the returned information is as follows:

Printer response format: <A;B;C;D;E;F>[CR]

Where: A - Device type:

R = RFID
S = Scanner

B - Resulting status:
C = entire label complete
F = faulted (failed) label
U = unknown

C - The number of expected reads for bar codes or tags, given in

two characters.

D - The number of good reads for bar codes or tags, given in two
characters.

E - The printer’s internal Job Identifier and Sub Job Identifier,

given in four characters each.

F - The data read, delimited with semicolons (;) if multiple reads.

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RFID response samples: Since RFID commands vary in operation, the data returned also
differs. Write commands return entire tag data; Write/Verify commands return the data
written; and, Read commands return data and length requested in the specified format. (See
Appendix T for a listing of commands.)

Write response example:

<R;C;00;00;0013:0001>[CR]

Write/Verify hexadecimal response example:

<R;C;01;01;0012:0001;446174616D61782077726974657320524649442062657374>[CR]

Read hexadecimal response example:

<R;C;01;01;0013:0001;446174616D61782077726974657320524649442062657374>[CR]

Write/Verify ASCII response example:

<R;C;01;01;0012:0001; Datamax writes RFID best >[CR]

Read ASCII response example:

<R;C;01;01;0013:0001; Datamax writes RFID best >[CR]

Scanner response samples:

A successfully read label example:

<S;C;03;03;0002:0001;DATA1;DATA2;DATA3>[CR]

A failed label, successfully retried:

<S;F;02;01;0002:0001;DATA1>[CR]
<S;C;02;02;0002:0001;DATA1;DATA2>[CR]

(PA) Present Adjust – This command fine-tunes the Present Distance setting to compensate for
slight mechanical differences sometimes evident if multiple printers share label formats.

(PC) Print Contrast – This command adjusts the relative print edge (gray) component of the print
quality, which allows fine-tuning for specific media/ribbon mix.

(PD) Present Distance – This command sets the label stop position past the start of print. When
the next label format is received, the printer will automatically backfeed to the start position. If
the present distance is set to zero, the printer will operate without reversing. (See Stop Location,
below).

(PE) Peel Mode – This command, when enabled, specifies that a Feed operation be prevented
when the label is presented and not removed, or if the printer is to wait for the GPIO start of print
signal.
(PL) Printer Level – This command is used to upgrade the software feature level of the printer.

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(PM) Pause Mode – See <STX>J for command details.

(PO) Paper Out Distance – This command sets the length of travel before an out of stock
condition is declared.

(PP) Parallel Direction – This command controls the communications settings for the parallel
port(s):

Value Units / Interpretation

x - A port ID
B port ID
xDz
z - U unidirectional (One-way printer communication)
B bidirectional (Enables IEEE 1284 back-channel operation)

Table 5-6: Parallel Communications Configuration Command

(PS) Present Sensor Enable – A or Y - automatically senses device presence; if undetected, no

error will be generated. E - enables the device, its presence must be detected; otherwise a fault is
generated. N or D - disables device detection. See <STX>V for command details. (Note that the
value range for non-display printers is Y, N only. Also see the <STX>KD command.)

(pS) Print Speed – See P (in Label Formatting Command Functions) for command details.

(PT) Tear Position – This command sets the label stopping location at the tear plate on the
printer’s cover.

(PV) Paper Value – This command sets threshold value for the media sensor’s ‘paper’ parameter.

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(PW) Password – This command modifies the numeric password required to access the menu
system when security is enabled. If security is enabled, enter the new password followed by the
old password (with no spaces) in this form: XXXXXXXX

(QQ) Configuration Query – This command causes the printer to respond with the current
configuration settings. The <STX>Kc response command stream format is sent to the host
computer via the serial port containing all parameters controlled by the <STX>Kc command, and
may be used for restoring the printer’s configuration or for configuring other printers.

(RA) Row Adjust – This command shifts the vertical start of print position in dots (see Appendix
K) to fine-tune the Row Offset setting to compensate for slight mechanical differences sometimes
evident if multiple printers share label formats.

(RB) Reflective TOF Bias – This command allows the manual entry for the control voltage level
to recognize a label “gap” or “mark.”

(RD) Reflective TOF Delta – This command allows the manual entry for the control of the low-
level voltage difference level to recognize a label “gap” or “mark.”

(RE) Ribbon Saver Enable – A or Y - automatically senses device presence; if undetected, no

error is generated. E - enables the device, its presence must be detected; otherwise a fault is
generated. N or D - disables device detection. See <STX>R for command details.

(RF) Row Adjust Fine Tune – This command shifts the vertical start of print position in dots (see
Appendix K) upward or downward to fine-tune the Row Offset setting to compensate for slight
mechanical differences sometimes evident if multiple printers share label formats.

(RG) Reflective TOF Gain – This command allows the manual entry for the control of the
voltage to the LED emitter of the Media Sensor.

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(RI) RFID Configuration – This command configures the optional RFID interface module, as
follows:

Value Units / Interpretation Definition

Disables the RFID option detection by the printer. (“N” is

D = Disable
also a valid disabler.)
Enables the High Frequency (13.56 MHz) RFID module
Mn where n: H = HF
to be detected by the printer.

Enables the Ultra High Frequency (915 MHz) RFID

U = UHF
module to be detected by the printer.

2-Chararacter
AIhh where hh: (HF only) Application Family Identifier (AFI)
Hex ID
E = Enable,
ALl and where l: (HF only) Lock after write.
D = Disable
2-Chararacter
DIhh where hh: (HF only) Data Storage Format Identifier (DSFID)
Hex ID
E = Enable,
DLl and where l: (HF only) Lock after write.
D = Disable

2-Chararacter (HF only) Electronic Article Surveillance (EAS) set,

Shh where hh:
Hex ID representing the manufacturer’s code.

2-Chararacter (UHF only) Lock Code. (Lock after write [Wn] should
Lhh where hh:
Hex ID also be enabled.)

Rn where n: 0–9 The number of retries.

E = Enable,
Wn where n: Lock (tag) after write.
D = Disable

E = Enable,
En where n: Erase (tag) on error. (Fill with nulls [0x00]).
D = Disable

Position. A value of 0.00 causes the print position to be

Pxxx where xxx: 3-digit value used to encode the tag; alternately, a value greater than
0.00 causes the presented position to be used.

Table 5-7: RFID Configuration Set Commands

Example: <STX>KcRIMH;RIA11E;RID22E;RIS04;RIR3;RIWE;RIEE;RIP000<CR>
The above example sets the printer to HF, protect after write AFI 11, protect after write
DFSID 22, set EAS Bit (Mfg. Code 0x04), allow 3 tries for each read or write attempt, lock
after writing, erase the tag if there is an error, and use a position of 0.00.

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(RL) Ribbon Low Diameter – This command sets the threshold for a low ribbon indication,
where nnnn is the diameter in hundredths of inches.

(RN) Reflective No Paper Minimum – This command sets the media sensor’s reading for the Out
Of Stock (OOS) condition.

(RO) Row Offset – See Rnnnn (in Label Formatting Command Functions) for command details.

(RS) Ribbon Low Signal – This command sets the signal output that signifies the Ribbon Low
Diameter condition for the optional GPIO (see Appendix J).

(RV) Reflective Paper Value – This command sets the threshold value for the reflective media
sensor’s paper parameter.

(SA) SOP Adjust – This command sets the start of print (SOP) location, relative to the top of
form. See <STX>O for command details.

(SC) Scalable Cache – This command sets the number of 1K blocks allocated for the scaleable
font engine. Available memory dependent upon model; see Appendix K. (For non-display models
see the <STX>KS command.)

(SE) SOP Emulation – This command enables the <STX>O and <STX>f print positioning
commands to allow backward compatibility with label formats designed for other printers.

(SF) Save As Filename – This command saves the effective configuration of the printer to a file,
storing it in Flash memory.

(SG) Sensor Gain Value – This command sets the control of the voltage to the LED emitter of
the Media Sensor.

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(SH) Scalable Heap – This command sets a working “scratch pad space” in DRAM for scalable
font construction.

(Sl) Security Lock – This command provides the ability to password-protect all printer settings
made through the User Interface, as follows:

Value Security Function

Nxxxx Where xxxx is the current password, this disables Menu protection.

Yxxxx Where xxxx is a new password, this enables Menu protection and sets a new password.

Where xxxx is a new password, this enables Menu protection, disables the User
Txxxx
Interface Test Button functions, and sets a new password.
Table 5-8: Security Lock Command

(SL) Stop Location – This command sets the label stopping (and in certain cases the starting)
location, as follows:

Value Stop Location

Automatically sets the stop location. Installed options will be ‘auto-sensed’ and the
A
appropriate stop position will automatically be set. Host commands are ignored.

Sets stop position according to options installed. If no options are installed the printer
sets stop location to the next label’s start of print. Host commands will override. The
H stop location (present distance) may be controlled dynamically by the host using the
<STX>f or <STX>Kf commands. This selection has the same effect as <STX>KD
Ignore Host Distance bit value 0.

Sets the stop location to approximately 2 mm behind the peel bar edge, a nominal peel
P
position. The Present Sensor status and this setting are independent.

Sets the stop location to a nominal cut position. For die-cut media, the position is just
C
following the end of the label. The cutter status and this setting are independent.

T Sets the stop location to that of the tear bar on the printer cover.

Sets the stop location to the start of the next label, equivalent to setting the <STX>KD
N
Ignore Host Distance bit value 1.
Table 5-9: Stop Location Command

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(SN) Scanner Configuration – This command configures the optional linear scanner, as follows:

Values Range / Interpretation

Bar Code Type – Specifies the bar code, using two digits, followed by ‘Y’ (to enable) or
B
‘N’ (to disable) the code, where:
01 = CODE 39 06 = CODE 93 11 = EAN(13/8)+5
02 = IATA 07 = CODE 128 12 = UPC(A/E)
03 = CODABAR 08 = MSI/PLESSEY 13 = UPC(A/E)+2
04 = INTERLEAVED 2 OF 5 09 = EAN(13/8) 14 = UPC(A/E)+5
05 = INDUSTRIAL 2 OF 5 10 = EAN(13/8)+2

Note: To maximize throughput and decoding integrity enable only those symbologies that will
be read.

Bar Code Count – Specifies the number of codes to be read, where:

C
00 – 99 (00 = Auto [variable] mode, counting those codes present)

Note: Do not use Auto Mode with bitmapped codes or codes with certain addendums; see
Appendix F.

H Min Readable Height – Sets the vertical distance of the code that must have identical
reads to pass, where:
1 = 1/16
2 = 2/16
3 = 3/16
4 = 1/4
5 = 1/2
0 = Disabled (defaults to Redundancy Level, 2x)
Note: The specified distance should not exceed 50% of the measured bar code height.

M Mode – Enables detection of the scanner by the printer, where:

A = Auto (automatically senses presence); Y is also a valid enabler.
E = Enabled (if presence is not detected a fault is generated).
D = Disabled (the scanner is disabled); (N is also a valid disabler.)

Redundancy Level – An alternative data integrity method, where the selected level sets
V the number of consecutive, identical decodes required to pass the bar code. If differing
values are read, the count is restarted.
0 = Auto Mode 6 = read code 6X C = read code 25X
1 = read code 1X 7 = read code 8X D = read code 30X
2 = read code 2X 8 = read code 10X E = read code 35X
3 = read code 3X 9 = read code 12X F = read code 40X
4 = read code 4X A = read code 15X G = read code 45X
5 = read code 5X B = read code 20X

Note: Depending upon the print speed, higher levels may cause erroneous failures when
scanning multiple or small bar codes.

Table 5-10: Scanner Configuration Set Command

Example: <STX>KcSNC00H4MAB12YV0<CR>
(The above sample sets the printer to sense the scanner automatically, to read a variable
number of UPC bar codes, and to pass only those codes where ¼ inch of the bar code has
identical reads.)

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(SP) Serial Port – This command configures the serial communication port(s) as follows:

Value Range / Interpretation

xyz x = A port ID
B port ID
y = P (handshaking protocol) Where z = type:
B - both
S - software
H - hardware
N - none

y = p (parity) Where z = type:

N - none
O - odd
E - even

y = D (data length) Where z = type:

8 - bits
7 - bits

y = S (stop bits) Where z = value:

1 - bit
2- bits

xyzz x = A port ID
B port ID
y = B (baud rate) Where zz = value:
12 - 1200
24 - 2400
48 - 4800
96 - 9600
19 - 19200
28 - 28800
38 - 38400

Table 5-11: Serial Port Configuration Set Command

Notes:
E-Class & M-Class models – this command is followed by the port ID, always ‘A’ (i.e., SPA).
A-Class models – this command is also used to configure the GPIO Auxiliary port (ID always ‘B’).

Example: <STX>KcSPAPB;SPApN;SPAD8;SPAS1;SPAB19<CR>

(The example configures Serial Port A to use hardware and software handshaking, an eight-bit
word, with no parity and one stop bit at 19,200 bits per second.)

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(SS or sS) Feed Speed – This command controls the rate of label movement between printing
areas; see Appendix L.

(ST) Sensor Type – See <STX>e (edge) or <STX>r (reflective) for command details. (For non-
display models also see the <STX>KD command.)

(TB) TOF Bias – This command controls the low-level voltage difference level to recognize a
label ‘gap’ or ‘mark’.

(TD) TOF Delta – This command controls the low-level voltage difference level to recognize a
label ‘gap’ or ‘mark’.

(TG) TOF Gain – This command controls the voltage to the LED emitter of the Media Sensor.

(TN) No Paper Min – This command sets the media sensor level for the Out Of Stock (OOS)
condition.

(TP) TOF Precedence – This command instructs the firmware to stop printing at the first top of
form mark it detects. The default, ‘No,’ prints all of the data then slows to the next TOF.

(UM) Units of Measure – See <STX>m (metric) or <STX>n (imperial) for command details.

(UT) User Terminator – This command allows word wrapping of long character strings of
commands to the next line in a file, for the purposes of readability only. In the <STX>Kc string,
the command UTON must fall somewhere before the first line terminator. The last command
needs to be END, followed by a line terminator (see the <STX>KcEN command for details).

(VE) Verifier Equip – A or Y - automatically senses device presence; if undetected, no error is

generated. E - enables the device, its presence must be detected; otherwise a fault is generated. N
or D - disables device detection. This command enables the GPIO for a bar code verifier (see
Appendix J).

(VT) Verifier Type – This command is reserved for future use.

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STX KD Database Configuration (Non-Display Models only)

This command, stored in Flash memory for future power-ups, controls the printer’s environment and
operates as a pseudo DIPswitch. The <STX>Kc command is recommended for use over <STX>KD.
Syntax: <STX>KDwxyz<CR>

Where: w, x, y, and z are binary values with respective bit settings as defined
in the following table. (Bit 0 is least significant.)

Sample: <STX>KD@H@@<CR>

The sample configures the printer as follows:

@ Sets the communications to 9600 baud with an 8-bit word and no parity;
H Selects direct thermal printing, standard control characters, and enables the media cutter;
@ Selects gap sensing;
@ Is the default setting (items saved for future expansion).
Note: The Ignore Host Distance setting (see below) allows the printer to disregard <STX>O and <STX>f
commands; a feature provided for host system software that sends these commands with values
that may be inappropriate for the printer and result in incorrect start of print and present distances.
Use the <STX>KD command or the Setup Menu to enable this feature.

<STX>KD Bit
Function Value(s)
Parameter Number
0 = 9600, 1 = 600, 2 = 2400, 3 = 19200,
0–2 BAUD Rate / Set Test Mode
4 = 4800, 5 = 38400, 6 = 1200, 7 = 9600 Test Mode
3 Word Length and Parity 0 = 8 bits, no parity; 1 = 7 bits, even parity
w
4&5 Unused Set to 0
6 Always 1 Set to 1
7 Always 0 Set to 0
0 Print Method 0 = direct thermal, 1 = thermal transfer
1 Present Sensor 0 = not equipped, 1 = equipped
2 Control Character[1] 0 = standard, 1 = alternate characters
3 Cutter 0 = disabled, 1 = enabled
x
4 Ignore Host Distance 0 = disabled, 1 = enabled (See note above)
5 Alt-2 Control Codes[1] 0 = disabled, 1 = alternate-2 characters
6 Always 1 Set to 1
7 Always 0 Set to 0
0&1 Paper Type (Media Sensor) 0 = gap (edge), 1 = reflective, 2 = continuous
2 Linerless 0 = not equipped, 1 = equipped
y 3–5 Unused Set to 0
6 Always 1 Set to 1
7 Always 0 Set to 0
0&1 Reserved Set to 0
2 Reserved Set to 0
z 3–5 Unused Set to 0
6 Always 1 Set to 1
7 Always 0 Set to 0
[1]
Selects the values of the control characters; see Control Codes.

Table 5-12: Database Configuration Command

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STX Kd Set File as Factory Default

(Display-Equipped Models only)
This command selects the specified file name as the “factory default” for the printer’s configuration.
After execution, subsequent “Select Factory Default” commands will configure the printer to the
file’s configuration. Currently there are three ways to “Select Factory Defaults”: 1) by the <STX>KF
command; 2) power-up the printer while pressing the PAUSE and CANCEL Keys; or, 3) via the
printer’s menu system entry System Settings / Set Factory Defaults.
Note: Powering ‘On’ the printer while pressing the PAUSE, FEED and CANCEL Keys will reset the
configuration to the factory defaults.

Syntax: <STX>KdName<CR>

Where: Name - The name, up to 16 characters, of the configuration file.

<CR> - 0x0d terminates the name.

Sample: <STX>KdPlant1

This command selects the configuration file “Plant1” as the default factory configuration.

STX KE Character Encoding

This command is provided primarily as a means for users of 7-bit communication and to embed
control characters and extended ASCII characters in their data streams. Any character in the DPL data
stream may be substituted with a delimited two-character ASCII hexadecimal numeric equivalent.
The command allows the delimiting character to be selected, and the encoding to be enabled or
disabled. When character encoding is enabled, the printer will decode any ASCII hexadecimal
numeric pairs following the delimiter as single-byte values. Character encoding is used where control
characters cannot be transmitted or where control characters within data may prematurely terminate a
label format record. Although the delimiter may be changed at any time (except within a label format
definition), there cannot be more than one defined delimiter, and character encoding must be disabled
with <STX>KEN prior to re-enabling, regardless of any change in the delimiter.
Syntax: <STX>KEex<CR>

Where: e - Y – character encoding enabled

N – character encoding disabled

x - Delimiter: one ASCII character (Do not include when e = N)

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Sample: <STX>KEN
<STX>KEY\
<STX>L<CR>
1u0000001200120[)>\1E\01\1D\...\04\<CR>
E<CR>

The sample disables, and then enables character encoding with the backslash (\) as the delimiter. A
UPS MaxiCode will be formatted using a data string interpreted as: [)>RS01GS... EOT<CR>, then
formatting is terminated.

Character Encoding Syntax: This syntax requires at least two hexadecimal ASCII digits (0-9, A-F)
delimited by the character specified in the <STX>KE command. The number of hexadecimal digits
between the delimiter pair must be even; see notes below.
Syntax: xaa[bbcc…nn]x

Where: x - One byte delimiter, 0 to ff16, leading and trailing.

aa - 2 bytes, ASCII, hexadecimal encoded, range each character -
0-9, A-F
bb - 2 bytes, ASCII, hexadecimal encoded, range each character -
0-9, A-F (optional)
cc - 2 bytes, ASCII, hexadecimal encoded, range each character -
0-9, A-F (optional)
nn - 2 bytes, ASCII, hexadecimal encoded, range each byte - 0-9,
A-F (optional)
Notes: (1) A delimiter pair with no ASCII hexadecimal pairs between (e.g., \\) will be interpreted as one
byte whose value is that of the delimiting character, allowing the assigned delimiter to be
interpreted as itself rather than as the delimiter.
(2) A delimited string that contains either a non-valid hexadecimal character (e.g., FX) or an odd
number of bytes will be treated as an illegal string and, therefore, not correctly decoded.

Character Encoding Examples: In the following partial datastreams it is assumed that character
encoding is enabled and that the selected delimiter, a backslash (\), has been transmitted to the
printer (i.e., <STX>KEY\). In each example, the printer has not received an unpaired delimiter prior
the example.
Partial DPL
Interpretation
Sample Data Stream
AB\\CE 5 bytes AB\CE with values 4116, 4216, 5C16, 4316, 4416
\ABCDEF\ 3 bytes with values AB16, CD16, and EF16
5 bytes 1A<SUB>1A with values 3116, 4116, 1A16, 3116, 4116.
1A\1A\1A
<SUB> represents a single-byte ASCII control character with value 1A16

Alternate Control Codes with Alternate Line Terminator: Character Encoding can also be used
with the Alternate Control Character set. Alternate Control Characters are enabled, depending upon
the model, via a Setup Menu or the <STX>KD / <STX>Kc commands. See Control Codes.

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STX KF Select Factory Defaults (Display-Equipped and Ex2 Models only)

This command restores the printer’s configuration to the “factory default” settings. These factory
default values may be either the Datamax default settings or the configuration file previously
specified in the <STX>Kd command.

Syntax: <STX>KF<CR>

STX Kf Set Present Distance

This command specifies an additional amount to advance the label after printing. This command has
the same effect as the <STX>f command, but specifies a distance to advance relative to the start of
print (<STX>O command) of the next label.

Non-Display Models: The printer Option Control must be set (via the menu) to ‘Host’ for this
command to have effect.

Display-Equipped Models: SOP Emulation selection has no effect on this command.

Syntax: <STX>Kfnnnn<CR>

Where: nnnn - A four-digit present distance in inches/100 or mm/10.

Sample: <STX>Kf0100

The sample represents a one-inch label advance unless in metric mode (see <STX>m).

STX KJ Assign Communication Port (MCL Command)

This command assigns a communication port for specific use. When activating MCL, all ports are
assigned to MCL; this command allows changes to that assignment.

Syntax: <STX>KJpf<CR>

Where: p - Port ID: P = Parallel

S = Serial (A)
U = USB
N = Ethernet
L = Wireless
A = Serial (B)

f - Flag: 1 = DPL
0 = MCL

Sample: <STX>KJN1

The sample forces the Ethernet port to bypass MCL and go directly to DPL.

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STX Kp Module Protection

(Display-Equipped Models only)

This command controls memory module protection. When “protected”, a module will ignore format,
downloads and delete commands. This command can be useful to add data to Datamax reserved
modules, Z (ILPC) and Y (EFIGS). See Appendix K for a listing of the memory modules.

There are two types of modules: RAM (volatile) and Flash (non-volatile).

RAM - When protected, if the power is cycled or if the printer is reset, the module state resets
back to unprotected.

Flash - When protected, the module can be temporarily unprotected. However, if the power is
cycled or if the printer is reset, the module is initialized to ‘protected.’ To clear the
protected state forever, the module must be unprotected and then formatted.

Syntax: <STX>Kpmf

Where: m - Module ID – Range A to Z (See Appendix K).

Where: f - Flag specifying Enable or Disable protection.

0 = disable protection
1 = enable protection

Sample: <STX>KpY0

This example disables protection for memory module “Y”. Graphics may now be downloaded to
module “Y” and, on subsequent resets, these graphics will be protected.

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STX KQ Query Memory Configuration

This command causes the printer to transmit DRAM memory configuration to the host device
regarding the total amount installed, the amount available for configuration, and the amount currently
assigned to specific functions or entities. The printer’s response format is model dependent.

Syntax: <STX>KQ<CR>

Response format – INTERNAL MEMORY<CR>

Non-Display Models: VER: aa-cdd.ee mm/dd/yy<CR>
INSTALLED: iiii<CR>
AVAILABLE: vvvv<CR>
MODULE: X:xxxx<CR>
SCALABLE: ssss<CR>
LABEL MEM: LLLL<CR>
LABEL SIZE: wwww:gggg:oo<CR>

Where: <CR> - ASCII Carriage Return (0x0D) record delimiter.

aa- - ASCII string sequence that represents the firmware version

cdd.ee number string.
mm/dd/yy

iiii - The number of 4KB blocks of DRAM memory.

vvvv - The number of 4KB blocks of DRAM available for

configuration.

X: - ASCII character identifying a DRAM module followed by an

ASCII colon (:). If no Internal Module is present, this field
and its associated legend will not appear.

xxxx - The number of 4KB blocks of DRAM allocated as an

Internal Module.

ssss - The number of 4KB blocks of DRAM assigned to the

smooth scalable font processor cache.

LLLL - The number of 4KB blocks of DRAM assigned to label print

buffer.

wwww - Current maximum printable label width (in 100ths of an inch

or millimeters).

gggg - Current printable length (in 100ths of an inch or millimeters),

200 min. / 640 max.

oo - Current label dimension unit’s designation: “IN” for inches

or “MM” for millimeters.

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Response format – Product: I4208 – 01.01 05/21/1999

Display-Equipped Installed RAM: 8 MB
Models: Label Width: 4.09 IN
Print Buffer Size: 272 IN
Allocation RAM: 6389 KB
Internal Files: 512 KB
Font Cache: 232 KB

Where:
Product - Printer model, type, and firmware version.

Installed RAM - Total amount of RAM.

Label Width - Size in inches/millimeters of the printhead.

Print Buffer Size - Total number of inches/millimeters of Print

Dot Buffers available. (This is not the
maximum size of a label, which is limited to
99.99 inches.)

Allocation RAM Amount of RAM that can be configured for

- the Internal Files, Font Cache and the
remainder going to the Print Buffer Size.

Internal Files - Size of the Internal Module used to store

downloaded fonts, graphics and label formats.

Font Cache - Size of the Font Buffer used to temporarily

store characters. Increasing this buffer will
increase performance if labels have a large
variety of font sizes and characters.

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STX Kq Query Memory Configuration (new format)

(Display-Equipped Models only)
This command causes the printer to transmit its internal DRAM memory configuration to the host
device. The transmitted data provides information regarding the total amount of internal DRAM
installed, the amount available for configuration, and the amount currently assigned to specific
functions or entities.

Syntax: <STX>Kq<CR>

Printer response format: Memory Configuration<CR>

Product: aaaacdd.ee mm/dd/yy<CR>
Installed RAM: iiiiMB<CR>
Label Width: vvvvoo<CR>
Print Buffer Size: :xxxxoo<CR>
Allocation RAM: ssssKB<CR>
Internal Files LLLLKB<CR>
Font Cache wwww:KB<CR>

Where: <CR> - ASCII Carriage Return (0x0D) record delimiter.

aaaacdd.ee - ASCII string sequence that represents the firmware

mm/dd/yy version number string.

iiii - The number of megabytes of installed internal DRAM

memory.

vvvv - The length of the Label Width.

xxxx - The length of the Print Buffer.

ssss - The number of kilobytes of internal memory assigned to

the label Print Buffer.

LLLL - The number of kilobytes assigned to the internal memory

module.

wwww - The number of kilobytes assigned to the Scalable Cache.

oo - Current label dimension unit’s designation. “IN” for inches

and “MM” for millimeters.

STX KR Reset Memory Configuration

(Non-Display Models only)
This command resets the printer’s DRAM configuration to the default settings; see <STX>KM.

Syntax: <STX>KR<CR>

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STX Kr Resettable Counter Reset

This command resets the internal counters. Follow this command with an <SOH>U command to
retain the reset or the counters will revert to the previous values after cycling power.

Syntax: <STX>Kr<CR>

STX KS Memory Configuration, Scalable Font Cache

(Non-Display Models only)
See the <STX>K command.

STX KtA Write Application Family Identifier (AFI) to Tag

(Direct Mode – HF [13.56 MHz] ISO15693 Tag Interface)

This commands writes the AFI data to the tag.

Syntax: <STX>KtAabcc

Where: a - The number of retry attempts, 0-9.

b - Lock the Application Family Identifier (AFI) after writing:

0 = No Protection
1 = Write Protect

cc - Two character AFI value representing one byte.

Sample: <STX>KtA91C3[CR]

The sample writes 0xC3 AFI byte, locking value, retrying nine times, if necessary.

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STX KtD Write Data Storage Format Identifier (DSFID) to Tag

(Direct Mode – HF [13.56 MHz] ISO15693 Tag Interface)

This commands writes the DSFID data to the tag.

Syntax: <STX>KtDabcc

Where: a - The number of retry attempts, 0-9.

b - Lock the Data Storage Format Identifier (DSFID) after writing:

0 = No Protection
1 = Write Protect

cc - Two character DFSID value representing one byte.

Sample: <STX>KtD91C3[CR]

The sample writes 0xC3 DSFID byte, locking value, retrying nine times, if necessary.

STX KtE Write Electronic Article Surveillance (EAS) Bit

(Direct Mode – HF [13.56 MHz] ISO15693 Tag Interface)

This commands writes the EAS bit for Philips ISO tags.

Syntax: <STX>KtEabcc

Where: a - The number of retry attempts, 0-9.

b - Electronic Article Surveillance (EAS) option:

0 = Set EAS
1 = Reset EAS
2 = Test EAS

cc - Two character Manufacturer’s Code, representing one byte.

Sample: <STX>KtE9004[CR]

The sample writes the EAS bit for Philips (0x04), retrying nine times, if necessary.

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STX KtH Read and Feedback Tag Information to Host

(Direct Mode – HF [13.56 MHz] ISO15693 Tag Interface)

This command returns the tag info to host.

Note: This command only works when the Data Flag for the tag is 0x0F (i.e., when the tag contains
DSFID, AFI, VICC and IC data.

Syntax: <STX>KtH

Sample Feedback: DATA FLAG: 0x0F

TAG ID: E004010000751412
DSFID: 0xE3
AFI: 0x01
NUM BLK: 0x1B
BLK SIZ: 0x03
IC REF: 0x01

STX KtR Read Data from RFID Tag

(Direct Mode – HF [13.56 MHz] ISO15693 Tag Interface)

This command instructs the RFID device to read data from the tag and then put that data into a
replaceable field. It is expected that the tag transponder will be within the read / write distance of the
RFID programming device; otherwise, “Void” will be printed in the text or bar code label field(s).

Syntax: <STX>KtRUn1…n16Haaabbbcdee<CR>

Where: Un1…n16 - (Optional) Where n1…n16 is the Unique Identifier (UID) in

hexadecimal format. Must be sixteen characters long.

H - (Optional) Hexadecimal data – An “H” may be added directly

after “R” to return a two character hex value of the data. Since
there are two digits per hex value, replaceable fields should be
twice as long than if using ASCII data (e.g., the character “A”
would be returned as “41”).

aaa - Starting block number (000 maximum block number).*

bbb - The number of blocks to read (001 maximum block

number).*

c - The number of retry attempts, 0-9.

d - Reserved. Should be 0.

ee - Field number in which to place the data (must be 01, 02, 03,
etc.) matching the order of Label Formatting command, U.
Note: The 00 value will send tag data to the host with no printing.
* Dependent on transponder manufacturer.

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Sample: <STX>L
1911A1802000010TEXT
U
X
<STX>KtRUE00700ABCDEF1234H0000015001
<STX>G

The sample creates a replaceable text field (01), recalls data from the RFID tag block zero (reading
only one block, which is attempted nine times), and prints the data in the location specified by
replaceable field.
Note: When using addressed commands and the tag with the specified UID cannot be found, a standard
RFID read/write fault will be issued.

STX KtU Read Unique Serial Number from RFID Tag

(Direct Mode – HF [13.56 MHz] ISO15693 Tag Interface)

This command instructs the RFID device to read the unique serial number data from the tag and then
place that data into a replaceable field. It is expected that the tag transponder will be within the read /
write distance of the RFID programming device; otherwise, “Void” will be printed in the text or bar
code label field(s).

Note: This is a sixteen character alphanumeric value; therefore, the replaceable field must have an
adequate length.

Syntax: <STX>KtUabcc<CR>

Where: a - The number of retry attempts, 0-9.

b - Reserved. Should be 0.

cc - Field number in which to place the data (must be 01, 02, 03, etc.)
matching the order of Label Formatting command, U.

Note: The 00 value will send the unique tag ID to the host with no
printing.

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STX KtW Write Data to RFID Tag

(Direct Mode – HF [13.56 MHz] ISO15693 Tag Interface)

This command instructs the RFID device to write data to the tag. It is expected that the tag
transponder will be within the read / write distance of the RFID programming device; otherwise, a
warning will occur and a warning message (Read / Write Fail) will be displayed.

Syntax: <STX>KtWUn1…n16Bncncncaaabcdee…e<CR>

Where: Un1…n16 - (Optional) Where n1…n16 is the Unique Identifier (UID) in

hexadecimal format. Must be sixteen characters long.

Bncncnc - (Optional) Where ncncnc is the data byte count, to allow non-
printable characters (i.e., characters with hex values less than
0x20) to be encoded.

aaa - Starting block number (000 maximum block number).*

b - The number of retry attempts, 0-9.

c - Lock block after writing:

0 = No Protection
1 = Write Protect

d - Reserved. Should be 0.

ee…e - Data to be encoded on RFID tag.

Sample 1: <STX>KtWB004000900<0x00><0x01><0x02><0x03>[CR]

Sample 1 programs the hex values 0x00, 0x01, 0x02, 0x03 in block zero.

Sample 2: <STX>KtWUE00700ABCDEF1234B004000510TEST[CR]

Sample 2 programs the data “TEST” to the tag with UID “E00700ABCDEF1234” at block zero then
write-protects block zero (attempting to write five additional times, if necessary). When write
protecting (locking) with UID, the separate lock command will also use the addressed mode and the
supplied UID.

* Dependent on transponder manufacturer.

Note: When using addressed commands and the tag with the specified UID cannot be found, a standard
RFID read/write fault will be issued.

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STX KuE Erase RFID Tag

(Direct Mode – UHF [915 MHz] Class 1 Tag Interface)

This command erases the tag by filling it with nulls (0x00).

Syntax: <STX>KuEa<CR>

Where: a - The number of attempts to locate and erase the tag, 1-9.

STX KuG Send Tag ID with Global Scroll

(Direct Mode – UHF [915 MHz] Class 1 Tag Interface)

This command instructs the RFID device to read data from the tag and return it to the host. The reader
sends GLOBALSCROLL air interface. Data is reported regardless of CRC verification.

Syntax: <STX>KuG<CR>

Printer response: Parameter 0 – Tag Decode Status:

0x00 = Good ID
0x01 = No Tag
0x02 = Collision
0x03 = CRC Error

Parameter 1 – Antenna Number:

0x00 (always)

Parameter 2 – Tag Data Length, with CRC and kill/lock codes.

0x0A = 64-Bit Tag
0x0E = 96-Bit Tag

Parameter 3:
CRC byte one

Parameter 4:
CRC byte two

Parameter 5 thru (Tag Data Length + 2):

Tag Data, MSB to LSB

Note: Data response includes Parameters 2, 3, and 4 only with a ‘Good ID’ (Parameter 0) decode status.

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STX KuI Send Inventory

(Direct Mode – UHF [915 MHz] Class 1 Tag Interface)

This command instructs the RFID device to read data from the tag and return it to the host. This is a
high level command that uses collision avoidance.

Note: CRC validation is performed, but the CRC is not included in the response (nor is the kill / lock code).

Syntax: <STX>KuI<CR>

Printer response: The data will be output as 16 hex bytes for a 64-bit tag, and 24 hex bytes for
a 96-bit tag.

STX KuL Lock RFID Tag

(Direct Mode – UHF [915 MHz] Class 1 Tag Interface)

This command locks tag.

Syntax: <STX>KuLabb<CR>

Where: a - The number of attempts to locate and lock the tag, 1-9.

bb - Two character Lock Code value, representing one byte.

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STX KuR Read Data from RFID Tag

(Direct Mode – UHF [915 MHz] Class 1 Tag Interface – Hexadecimal Data Only)

This command instructs the RFID device to read data from the tag and then place that data into a
replaceable field. It is expected that the tag transponder is within the read / write distance of the RFID
programming device; otherwise, “Void” will be printed in the text or bar code label field(s).

Note: Data should be at least 16 or 24 characters in length.

Syntax: <STX>KuRaa<CR>

Where: aa - Field number in which to place the data (must be 01, 02, 03, etc.)
matching the order of Label Formatting command, U.

Note: The 00 value will send the unique tag ID to the host with no
printing.

Sample: <STX>L
D11
1911A1801000100 xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
U
1A31050002000200 xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
U
X
<STX>KuR01
<STX>Kur02
<STX>G

The sample creates a replaceable text field (01) and bar code field (02) and then recalls the data from
the tag and places it into the specified fields.

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STX KuT Send Tag ID

(Direct Mode – UHF [915 MHz] Class 1 Tag Interface)

This command instructs the RFID device to read data from the tag and return it to the host. This is a
low level command that issues an air interface command to acquire one tag ID. There is no collision
avoidance used. A CRC validation is performed on the data; however, the CRC data is not returned.

Syntax: <STX>KuT<CR>

Printer response: Parameter 0 – Tag Decode Status:

0x00 = Good ID
0x01 = No Tag
0x02 = Collision
0x03 = CRC Error

Parameter 1 – Antenna Number:

0x00 (always)

Parameter 2 – Tag Data Length (only included if ‘Good’ ID status):

0x08 = 64-Bit Tag
0x0C = 96-Bit Tag

Parameter 3 thru (Tag Data Length + 2), (only included if ‘Good’ ID status):
Tag Data, MSB to LSB.

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STX KuV Send Tag ID with Verify

(Direct Mode – UHF [915 MHz] Class 1 Tag Interface)

This command instructs the RFID device to send a VERIFY air interface command. Data is reported
regardless of CRC verification.

Syntax: <STX>KuG<CR>

Printer response: Parameter 0 – Tag Decode Status:

0x00 = Good ID
0x01 = No Tag
0x02 = Collision
0x03 = CRC Error

Parameter 1 – Antenna Number:

0x00 (always)

Parameter 2 – Tag Data Length, with CRC and kill/lock codes (only included
if ‘Good’ ID status):
0x0C = 64-Bit Tag
0x10 = 96-Bit Tag

Parameter 3:
CRC byte one

Parameter 4:
CRC byte two

Parameter 5 thru (Tag Data Length):

Tag Data, MSB to LSB

Param Tag Data Length + 1:

Kill Code

Param Tag Data Length + 2:

Lock Code

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STX KuW Write Data to RFID Tag

(Direct Mode – UHF [915 MHz] Class 1 Tag Interface – Hexadecimal Data Only)

This command instructs the RFID device to write data to the tag. It is expected that the tag
transponder will be within the read / write distance of the RFID programming device; otherwise, a
warning will occur and a warning message (Read / Write Fail) will be displayed.

Syntax: <STX>KuWabcc…c<CR>

Where: a - The number of attempts to locate, erase, and program the tag, 1-9.

b - Reserved. Should be 0.

cc…c - Data to be encoded in the ASCII format. Must be sixteen

characters in length. The valid characters are 0-9, A-F.

Note: Must be 16 or 24 characters long.

Sample: <STX>KuW10ABCDEF0102030405[CR]

The sample programs the data <0xAB><0xCD><0xEF><0x01><0x02><0x03><0x04><0x05>

to the tag, attempting to write one additional time if necessary.

STX KV Verifier Enable/Disable

(Display-Equipped Models only)
This command allows the verifier (option, if installed), to be enabled and disabled.

Syntax: <STX>KVa<CR>

Where: a - Y = verifier enable

N = verifier disable

STX KW Memory Configuration, Printable Label Width

(Non-Display Models only)
See the <STX>K command.

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STX Kx Delete Configuration File

(Display-Equipped Models only)
This command deletes the specified configuration file.

Syntax: <STX>KxmName<CR>

Where: m - Valid Module ID – Range A to Z.

Name - The name, up to 16 characters, of the configuration file.

<CR> - 0x0d terminates the name.

Sample: <STX>KxYPlant1

This command deletes the configuration file Plant1 located on Module Y. (Remember to prefix this
command with the Module (Un)Protect Command <STX>Kp.)

STX KZ Immediately Set Parameter

This command immediately sets the specified parameter.

Syntax: <STX>KZax<CR>

Where: a - Valid parameter identifier, as follows:

F = Feed Speed
H = Heat Setting
P = Print Speed
S = Slew Speed

x - Speed Parameter Range – A to e (see Appendix L).

-or-
xx - Heat Parameter Range – A two-digit value (00-30); see the
‘H’ Label Formatting Command.

Sample: <STX>KZH22

This command causes the file currently being executed to assume a Heat Value of 22.

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Introduction
The <STX>L command switches the printer from the System-Level Processor to the Label Formatting
Processor. All commands following the <STX>L are interpreted as label formatting commands, and can
be used to override default parameter values. Selectable parameter value defaults may be also reassigned
via the Setup Menu, as defined in the corresponding Operator’s Manual. Label formats that contain no
commands overriding printer default values will assume those defaults.

: Set Cut By Amount

This command allows a predetermined number of labels to be printed before a cut is initiated. This
feature is useful when it is necessary to print an uncut strip of labels. Between 1 and 9999 labels may
be printed before a cut is made. The amount must be smaller than the quantity of labels printed.

Syntax: :nnnn

Where: nnnn - Is a four digit decimal number indicating the number of labels to
be printed before a cut is performed.

Sample: <STX>L<CR>
:0005<CR>
141100001000100SAMPLE LABEL<CR>
Q0021<CR>
E<CR>

The sample instructs the printer to make a cut after 5, 10, and 20 labels have been printed. Label 21
will be cut at the start of a subsequent label format (batch) unless a default (cut by amount) greater
than one has been entered.

Note: The cutter must be enabled and all mechanism interlocks closed for operation.

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A Set Format Attribute

This command specifies the type of format operation and remains in effect until another format
command is specified or another label format has begun (<STX>L). Each label format defaults to
Attribute 2 (Transparent Mode).

Syntax: An

Where: n - Is attribute mode 1, 2, 3, or 5; see table below.

The default is 1, (XOR Mode).

Sample: <STX>L
A3
141100001000100DATAMAX<CR>
141100001100110DATAMAX<CR>
E

The sample sets the printer to Opaque Mode and produces one label.

n Attribute Description Example

In this mode, the region where text strings, images or

XOR
1 bar codes intersect will not be printed. (An odd
Mode
number of overlapping objects will print.)

This is the default mode; the intersecting regions of

Transparent
2 text strings, images, and bar codes will print, allowing
Mode
the user to print fields on top of one another.

Interacting text is obliterated by the text formatted

Opaque last. Each character cell is treated as opaque. This
3
Mode mode is effective only in rotation 1. See Record
Structure Types.

This mode allows inverse (white on black) printing

(e.g., a proportionally sized border and background
Inverse
5 are printed similar to photographic negative). If text or
Mode
image fields overlap in this mode, the effect will be
similar to the XOR mode.

Table 6-1: Format Attributes

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B Bar Code Magnification

(Display-Equipped Models only)
This command provides a mechanism to specify bar codes greater than 36 dots (0-9,A-Z in the field
record). The value is reset to 1 at the start of every label and stays active for the entire label or set to
a new value.

Syntax: Bnn

Where: nn - Is a two digit decimal number indicating the magnification

value.

Sample: <STX>L<CR>
D11
B01
1a9305000100030ABCD<CR>
B03
1a3105000700030ABCD<CR>
Q0001
E

The sample instructs the printer to print two bar codes, each 9 dots by 3 dots.

C Set Column Offset Amount

This command allows horizontal adjustment of the point where printing begins. The printer is
instructed to print label formats nnnn units to the right of the position that the format specifies. This
feature is useful when a single format is to be printed on labels containing preprinted information.

Note: If using preprinted labels where the placement of the preprint data varies from label to label, the
printed information may overlap the preprinted data.

Syntax: Cnnnn

Where: nnnn - Is a four-digit number for the column offset, inches/100 or

mm/10. The printer default is 0 for offset.

Sample: <STX>L
C0050
141100001000100DATAMAX<CR>

The sample shifts all format data 0.5 inches to the right, unless the printer is in metric mode, (see
Label Formatting Command ‘m’).

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c Set Cut By Amount

This command is the same as the ‘:’ command except only a two-digit value can be entered. This
command allows a predetermined number of labels to be printed before a cut is made. 1 to 99 labels
may be printed before a cut is made.

Syntax: cnn

Where: nn - Is a two-digit number indicating the number of labels to be

printed before a cut is made. The default is one.

Sample <STX>L<CR>
c07<CR>
141100001000100SAMPLE LABEL<CR>
Q0021<CR>
E

The sample instructs the printer to make cuts after labels 7, 14, and 21 have been printed. See Label
Formatting Command ‘:’.

Note: The cutter must be enabled and all mechanism interlocks closed for the cut operation.

D Set Dot Size Width and Height

This command is used to change the size of a printed dot, hence the print resolution – dots per inch
(DPI) of the printhead. By changing the height of a dot, the maximum length of a label can be
increased or decreased. For the element sizes see Appendix K.

Syntax: Dwh

Where: w - Is Dot Width multiplier 1 or 2.

h - Is Dot Height multiplier 1, 2, or 3.

Note: D11 is the default value for 300, 400 and 600 DPI printer models, while D22 is the default value for
all 203 DPI printer models.

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E Terminate Label Formatting Mode and Print Label

This command causes the printer, when the processing Label Formatting commands, to terminate the
Label Formatting Mode then generate, print, and feed a label. The label generated will be based on
whatever data has been received to that point, even if no printable data has been received. Other
termination commands are ‘X’ and ‘s’. Commands sent to the printer after the Terminate Label
command must be of the Immediate, System-Level, or Font Download type.

Syntax: E

Sample: <STX>L<CR>
121100000000000Testing<CR>
E<CR>

The sample will print one label.

e Recall Printer Configuration

(Display-Equipped Models only)
This command recalls a previously stored printer configuration. It is highly recommended that only
one Recall Printer Configuration command be used per label, and that it be used at the beginning of
the label; otherwise, unpredictable results will occur. (Printer configurations may be stored using the
Extended System-Level Commands or the printer’s menu system.)

Syntax: eName<CR>

Where: Name - The name, up to 16 characters, of the configuration file.

<CR> - 0x0d terminates the name.

Sample: <STX>L<CR>
ePlant1<CR>
1A2210001000000Testing<CR>
E<CR>

The sample recalls the stored printer configuration, Plant1.

F Advanced Format Attributes

These commends extend the text presentation capabilities for Scalable Fonts. The format attribute
allows a set of label format records to select Bolding, Italicizing and Underlining. Additional
commands allow the specification of line rotation and font changes within a label field. Reference
Section 8.0, Generating Label Formats / Advanced Format Attributes for details.

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f Set Present Speed

(Non-Display Models only)
This command controls the rate at which the present distance is positioned, allowing the media
movement to be slowed during ‘presentation’ (the distance traveled after printing is completed to the
label stop position). This command is used only within the context of a label format. The speed
assigned is retained until another label format is received or until power is removed; if a subsequent
format does not contain a present speed command then the present speed reverts to the feed speed.

Syntax: fa

Where: a - Is a single alpha character representing a speed, limited by the

feed speed range; see Appendix L. The default is the feed speed.

Sample: <STX>LD11H30PGSG
fA
191100200830165Fixed Data Field 1
E
<STX>L
191100200830165Fixed Data Field 1
E

The sample prints two labels; the first label has present speed of 1 inch per second, while the second
reverts to the feed speed of 4 inches per second.

G Place Data in Global Register

The ‘G’ command saves the print data of a print format record in a global register (temporary
storage). This data may be retrieved and copied to another record in the same label format using the
special Label Formatting Command, <STX>S. Global registers are named in the order received,
beginning with register A, ending at register P, and incrementing with each instance of the G
command use.
Syntax: G

Sample: <STX>L<CR>
121100000000000Testing<CR>
G<CR>
1A2210001000000<STX>SA<CR>
E<CR>

The sample stores, retrieves and prints the data in global register A. One label is printed with
“Testing” in two locations.

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H Enter Heat Setting

This command changes the “on time” of elements of the printhead. The default setting is 10 (except
in the case of printers with a menu, where the default setting can be changed through the keypad). An
increase or decrease in this value results in a change of heat applied by the printhead to the media,
lightening or darkening the print contrast accordingly. This is helpful when using different media
types, each requiring a different amount of heat to properly image the media. The host device can
send this command value to correct the heat setting per the application.

Syntax: Hnn

Where: nn - Is a two-digit heat value (00-30)

Sample: <STX>L<CR>
H15<CR>
141100001000100SAMPLE LABEL<CR>
E

The sample sets the printer for a heat value of 15 and prints one label.
Note: Non-Display Models – the “Darkness Potentiometer,” while providing subtle changes, is intended to
be used to match print contrast levels following printhead replacements.

J Justification
This command changes the printing justification.

Note: Display-Equipped Models – This command is only valid for use with scalable fonts.

Syntax: Ja

Where: a - Is a single-digit alpha character:

L = left justified (default)
R = right justified
C = center justified

Sample: <STX>L<CR>
1911A1801001000TEST1
JR
1911A1801000100TEST2
JC
1911A1802000200TEST3
E

The sample’s first text field “TEST1” will be printed at one inch up, one inch over going right. The
second text “TEST2” will be printed at one inch up one inch over, going left. (Note the characters
will not be reversed.) The third field “TEST3” will be centered on the point two inches up two inches
over.

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M Select Mirror Mode

This command instructs the printer to “mirror” all subsequent print field records. This command
toggles the mirroring mode. Mirrored fields are transposed visually, as if the object is viewed in a
mirror.
Syntax: M

Sample: <STX>L
161100003200010 NOT MIRRORED<CR>
M<CR>
161100003000400 MIRRORED<CR>
E

Printed Result:

m Set Metric Mode

This command sets the printer to measure in metric. When this command is sent, all measurements
will be interpreted as metric values, (e.g., a column offset of 0010 will be interpreted as 1.0 mm). All
printers default to Imperial (inch) mode.
Syntax: m

Sample: <STX>L<CR>
m
141100001000100SAMPLE LABEL<CR>
E

The sample prints the text (SAMPLE LABEL) starting at location coordinates 10.0 mm, 10.0 mm.

n Set Inch (Imperial) Mode

This command sets the printer to measure in inches. When this command is sent, all measurements
will change to inches. All printers default to Imperial units. Menu selectable.
Syntax: n

Sample: <STX>L<CR>
n
141100001000100SAMPLE LABEL<CR>
E

The sample prints the text (SAMPLE LABEL) starting at location coordinates 1.0 inch, 1.0 inch.

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P Set Print Speed

This command sets a print speed for a label or batch of labels.
Syntax: Pa

Where: a - Is a single character representing a speed; see Appendix L for

valid ranges.

Sample: <STX>L
PC
141100001000100LABEL1<CR>
E
<STX>L
141100001000100LABEL2<CR>
E

The sample prints two labels, the first at a speed of 2 inches per second (51 mm per second) and the
second at the printer default.

p Set Backfeed Speed

This command, typically used in conjunction with the Cut or Peel and Present operations, controls the
rate at which the labels will reverse to align to the next start of print position. The setting remains in
effect until another backfeed speed command is received or until the printer is reset.

Syntax: pa

Where: a - Is a single alpha character representing a speed; see Appendix

L for valid ranges.

Sample: <STX>L
pF

The sample sets the printer to a backup speed of 3.5 IPS.

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Q Set Quantity Of Labels To Print

This command sets the number of the label copies to be printed. A one to five digit value is allowed,
if the command is delimited by a carriage return <CR>. This permits host applications to generate
label quantity commands without the need to pad leading zeros. (A four-digit command value does
not need to be <CR> terminated.)

Syntax: Qnnnnn

Where: nnnnn - Is a one to five-digit delimited value setting for the number of
labels to be printed. The default value is one.

Sample: <STX>L
121100000000000Testing<CR>
Q0020<CR>
E<CR>

The sample will print a batch of 20 identical labels.

R Set Row Offset Amount

This command allows vertical adjustment of the point where printing begins. The printer is instructed
to print label formats nnnn units above the position that the format specifies. This feature is useful
when a single format is to be printed on labels containing preprinted information.

Note: If using preprinted labels where the placement of the preprint data varies from label to label, the
printed information may overlap the preprinted data.

Syntax: Rnnnn

Where: nnnn - Is a four-digit number (0000-9999) for the row offset, in

inches/100 or millimeters/10. The printer default is 0.

Sample: <STX>L
R0037<CR>
141100001000100SAMPLE LABEL<CR>
E

The sample prints a label with a row offset amount of .37 inches, unless in metric mode.

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r Recall Stored Label Format

This command is used to retrieve label formats stored on a memory module.

Syntax: rnn...n

Where: nn…n - Is a label name, up to 16 characters in length.

The samples below explain different ways to recall and print a label format. (To view a memory
module’s directory of label formats use the <STX>W command.)

String Sent: Printer Interpretation:

Sample 1: <STX>L<CR> Begin label format
rTEST<CR> Retrieve format named TEST
Q0002<CR> Quantity requested = 2
E<CR> Terminate formatting and print
Sample 2: <STX>L<CR> Begin label format
rTEST<CR> Retrieve format named test
X<CR> Terminate formatting
<STX>G<CR> Print
Sample 3: <STX>L<CR> Begin label format
D11<CR> Dot size = 1x1
PO<CR> Print speed O
SO<CR> Feed speed O
rTEST<CR> Retrieve format named test
E<CR> Terminate formatting and print

S Set Feed Speed

This command controls the rate at which the label is moved through non-printed areas. The setting
remains unchanged unless another feed speed command is received or until the printer is reset.

Syntax: Sa

Where: a - Is a single alpha character representing a speed; see Appendix

L for valid ranges.

Sample: <STX>L
SE
141100001000100LABEL1<CR>
E
<STX>L
1411000010001000LABEL2<CR>
E

The sample sets the feed speed to 3 inches per second (76 mmps), and prints two labels. The feed
speed for the second label is the same as the first.

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s Store Label Format In Module

This command stores a label format to a specified module. Supplying the module name will store the
label to that module; otherwise, using C will cause the label format to be stored in the selected default
module (see <STX>X). In addition, this command terminates the Label Formatting Command.

Syntax: sann…n

Where: a - Is the module designator representing a single character

module name; see Appendix K.

nn…n - Represents the name of the label (maximum 16 characters).

Sample: <STX>L<CR>
D11<CR>
191100501000000123456789012<CR>
1911005020000001234567<CR>
191100500000000Sample<CR>
1X1100000000000B250250002002<CR>
Q0001<CR>
sATEST<CR>

The example stores a format in memory module A and names it ‘TEST’. (To recall a label format
from the module use the ‘r’ command.)

T Set Field Data Line Terminator

This command, intended for use with record types that accept binary data (e.g., PDF417), allows
special binary control codes (e.g., a carriage return) to be embedded in the printed data by setting an
alternate data line terminator. It remains valid only for the next format record, then the terminator
defaults back to the carriage return.

Syntax: Tnn

Where: nn - Is an ASCII two-character representation of a HEX code to be

used for the end of data terminator.

Sample: <STX>L<CR>
T00<CR>
191100200000000TEST<NULL>
141100001000100TERMIATOR<CR>
Q0001<CR>
E<CR>

The sample sets the printer to use a NULL terminator (ASCII NULL: HEX 00) for the data line
termination code. The terminator is immediately restored to a carriage return <CR>, as seen in the
format record containing the text ‘TERMINATOR’.

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U Mark Previous Field as a String Replacement Field

This command controls the way replacement data is formatted. Specifying a field as a string
replacement for dynamic fields, and not for static fields, will optimize label throughput. See the
<STX>U command.
Note: The data string length of any replacement is set by the length of the original string; both must be
equal. The data being used when created must be valid for the font type being selected.

Syntax: U

Sample: <STX>L
D11
121100001000000123456789012<CR>
U<CR>
1211000020000001234567<CR>
U<CR>
161100000000000Sample<CR>
1X1100000000000B250250002002<CR>
Q0001
E
<STX>U01ABCDEFGHIJKL<CR>
<STX>U028901234<CR>
<STX>G

The sample sets up the label format for register loading and prints two labels. The first two of the four
format records have been designated as replacement fields. The second label is generated with
System-Level field-replacement commands and prints the last label.

X Terminate Label Formatting Mode

This command causes the printer, when in label formatting mode, to immediately switch to the
system command mode and generate a label format based on the data received at that point. However,
unlike the ‘E’ command, it will not print a label. (Other termination commands are the ‘E’ and ‘s’.)
Syntax: X

Sample: <STX>L<CR>
141100001000100SAMPLE<CR>
X<CR>

The sample will result in a label format, but no label will be printed.

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y Select Font Symbol Set

This command, like the <STX>y, selects the scalable font symbol set. The selected symbol set
remains active until another symbol set is selected; see the <STX>y command for details.

Syntax: ySxx

Where: S - Byte-size designation; see Appendix H:

S = Single byte symbol sets.
U = Double byte symbol sets.

xx - Symbol set selection.

Sample: <STX>L
ySSW<CR>

The sample selects the Swedish symbol set for use in succeeding format records using scalable fonts.

z Zero (Ø) Conversion to “0”

This command removes the slash zero in fonts 0 to 8, and in the human readable field (if any) of the
bar codes A to Z. The command applies only to format records containing those fonts and bar codes,
and is effective only for the label format in which it appears.

Note: None of the smooth fonts (i.e., Font 9) use the slash zero. This command will have no effect on
scalable fonts.

Syntax: z

Sample: <STX>L
z
121100000000000Test0000<CR>
E

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+ (>)(() Make Last Field Entered Increment Numeric (Alphanumeric)

(Hexadecimal)
This command, useful in printing sequenced labels, causes the printer to automatically increment a
field on the labels in a batch. The numeric data in the field will increment by the value assigned after
the plus sign (+) each time a label is produced (or the greater than symbol [>] can be substituted to
make the field increment alphabetically, or the left parenthesis [(] can be substituted to make the field
increment hexadecimal data*). This command is effective only on the label format record that it
follows, and is intended to be used with the Q, <STX>E, or <STX>G commands.

Syntax: *pii

Where: * - Is + for numeric increment, > for alphanumeric increment, or

( for hexadecimal increment.

p - Is the fill character for the left-hand character of the field.

ii - Is the amount by which to increment the field.

Sample: <STX>L<CR>
13220000000000012345<CR>
+01<CR>
Q0003<CR>
E<CR>

The sample will generate a single field label format that prints the initial label with a value of 12345,
and then increments that number by one for the next two labels.

Embedding
Numeric strings for incrementing may also be embedded between alphabetic characters (e.g., when
systems require alphanumeric bar codes with alphabetic prefixes or suffixes).

Sample: <STX>L<CR>
161100000100010AB0001CD<CR>
+ 100<CR>
Q0003<CR>
E<CR>

The sample will print three labels, incrementing 0001 by 1 on each label with AB and CD remaining
untouched: AB0001CD, AB0002CD, AB0003CD. Note that the increment value has one leading
blank and two trailing zeros, while the blank is a pad character and the trailing zeroes are
placeholders that leave CD unchanged.

* Valid hexadecimal data is 0-9 or A-F, usually in pairs.

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– (<)()) Make Last Field Entered Decrement Numeric (Alphanumeric)

(Hexadecimal)
This command, useful in printing sequenced labels, causes the printer to automatically decrement a
field on the labels in a batch. The numeric data in the field will decrement by the value assigned after
the minus (-) sign each time a label is produced (or the less than character [<] can be substituted to
make the field decrement alphabetically, or the right parenthesis [ ) ]can be substituted to make the
field decrement hexadecimal data*). This command is effective only on the label format record that it
follows, and is intended to be used with the Q, <STX>E or <STX>G commands.

Syntax: *pii

Where: * - Is – for numeric decrement, < for alphanumeric decrement, or )

for hexadecimal decrement.

p - Is the fill character for the leftmost character of the field.

ii - Is the amount by which to decrement the field.

Sample: <STX>L<CR>
132200000000000123AB<CR>
<01<CR>
Q0003<CR>
E<CR>

The sample will generate a single field label format that prints the initial label with a value of 123AB,
and then decrements that number by one for the next two labels.

Embedding
Numeric strings for decrementing may also be embedded between alphabetic characters (e.g., when
systems require alphanumeric bar codes with alphabetic prefixes or suffixes).
Sample: <STX>L<CR>
1611000001000101000CD<CR>
- 100<CR>
Q0003<CR>
E<CR>

The sample will print three labels: 1000CD, 999CD, and 998CD. Note that the pad character is a
placeholder for digits removed from the left side in the subtraction process. When a fixed pitch font
(where all characters have the same width) is used, the justification of the rightmost character is
sustained regardless of the number of digits replaced by the pad character on the left side.

* Valid hexadecimal data is 0-9 or A-F, usually in pairs.

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^ Set Count by Amount

This command allows applications using the increment / decrement field command to print more than
one label with the same field value before the field data is updated. All printers default to 1.
Note: This command can only be issued once per label format. In addition, when alternate Control Codes
are enabled, the ^ character must be replaced by the @ character (hexadecimal 0x40). See
Control Codes.

Syntax: ^nn

Where: ^ - May be 0x55 or 0x40; see Control Codes.

nn - Is a two-digit value that specifies the number of labels to be

generated before incrementing (or decrementing) the field value.

Sample: <STX>L<CR>
13220000000000012345<CR>
-01<CR>
^02<CR>
Q0006<CR>
E<CR>

The sample prints two labels containing the same field value before decrementing the field. Six labels
are printed.

Special Label Formatting Command Functions

Two Special Label Formatting Commands, the <STX>S and the <STX>T, are entered directly into the
data field of label format records. Do not confuse them with System-Level Commands because the same
control character is used. If alternate control codes are enabled the <STX> becomes ‘~’ (hexadecimal
0x7E); see Control Codes.

Label Formatting Character Command Description

<STX>S Recall global data and place in field
<STX>T Print time and date
Table 6-2: Special Label Formatting Commands

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STX S Recall Global Data And Place In Field

This command, when in the format record data field, places data from a specified global register into
the data field. See the G command.

Syntax: <STX>Sn

Where: n - Specifies the global register (A − P) that contains the data to

place into the data field.

Sample: <STX>L<CR>
121100000000000DMX<CR>
G<CR>
1A2210001000000<STX>SA<CR>
E<CR>

The sample places the string “DMX” into the next available global register (A), and then line 4 is
effectively replaced by the data from global register A.

STX T Print Time and Date

This command, using string characters and markers, allows time and date data to be selected and
retrieved from the printer’s internal clock. In addition, the <STX>T may be preceded by data to be
printed/encoded, and/or the string may now be terminated by an <STX> command and then followed
by more data terminated by a <CR>. The string characters/markers are not printed; instead, the
printed label will show a corresponding print value.
Note: When using substitution you must ensure the converted string produces valid characters for the
selected bar code / font.

Syntax: <STX>Tstring<CR>

Where: string - Is any set of characters, A - Z and a – h. See the table below.

String Print String Print

Characters Values Markers Values
A Day of the week (Mon = 1, Sun = 7) VW Hour in 24 hour format
BCD Day of the week name XY Hour in 12 hour format
EF Month number Za Minutes
GH...O Month name gh Seconds
PQ Day bc AM or PM
RSTU Year def Julian date
Table 6-3: Time and Date String Characters

Note: The sample listings below assume a current printer date of December 21, 1998.

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Sample 1: <STX>L<CR>
121100001000100<STX>TBCD GHI PQ, TU<CR>
E<CR>

Sample 1 will print SUN DEC 21, 98 on a label.

Sample 2: <STX>L<CR>
191100100100010<STX>TEF/PQ<CR>
E<CR>

Sample 2 will print 12/21 on a label.

Sample 3: <STX>L<CR>
191100100100010ABC <STX>TEF/PQ<STX> DEF<CR>
E<CR>

Sample 3 will print ABC 12/21 DEF on a label. (This illustrates a method of embedding the time
string. The string must be terminated by an <STX>.)

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Introduction
The commands used for font loading are usually generated by font creation software; however, the
assigned font ID number command must be sent to the printer before the font file. All Font Loading
Commands begin with <ESC> (ASCII control character 27 [decimal]).
The downloaded font will be stored in the default module (refer to the <STX>X command). The
commands in the table below are listed in their order of appearance, top to bottom, during font
downloading. The <SOH>D command must be sent prior to downloading a font.

Command Description
*c###D Assign Font ID Number
)s#Wnn…n Font Descriptor
*c#E Character Code
(s#W Character Download Data
Table 7-1: Font Loading Commands

*c###D Assign Font ID Number

This command is the first command required for downloading a font to either RAM or Flash Memory
modules. ESC represents the ASCII control character 27.

Syntax: <ESC>*c###D

Where: ### - Is the font ID numbers 100-999 (000 – 099 are reserved for
resident fonts).

)s###W Font Descriptor

This command (typically first data in a font file) contains all of the information about the font
contained in the file. Different font generation software will create different length header
information, but the initial 64 bytes will remain consistent with the PCL-4 (HP LaserJet II) format.

Syntax: <ESC>)s###Wddd…d

Where: ### - Is the number of bytes of font descriptor data from 1 to 3

ASCII decimal digits.

dd…d - Is the descriptor.

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*c###E Character Code

This code is the ASCII decimal value corresponding to the next downloaded character.

Syntax: <ESC>*c###E

Where: ### - Is the ASCII value of the character, three digits maximum, 0
to 999.

(s#W Character Download Data

This command contains all of the information for one downloaded character.
Syntax: <ESC>(s###Wnn…n

Where: ### - Is the number of bytes of bit-mapped data, three digits

maximum, from 1 to 999.

nn…n - Is the bit-mapped data.

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Introduction
This section explains the use of the different fields in a print format record.

Format Record Commands

Table 8-1 is an example of a label format as seen by the printer, while Figure 8-1 is the label generated by
this format. The printer receives the data sequentially, left to right and top to bottom.
String Sent to Printer Interpretation
<STX>L<CR> Begin label format
D11<CR> Set dot size
121100000050005Home Position<CR> Format text
191100602000200ROTATION 1<CR> Format text
291100602000200ROTATION 2<CR> Format text
391100602000200ROTATION 3<CR> Format text
491100602000200ROTATION 4<CR> Format text
1A3104003000260123456<CR> Format bar code with text
4a6210002500140123456<CR> Format bar code
1X1100000000000B400400003003<CR> Format box
1X1100002000000L400001<CR> Format line
1X1100000000200L001400<CR> Format line
121100004100010Printhead Location<CR> Format text
Q0001<CR> Label quantity
E<CR> End formatting, begin printing
Table 8-1: Sample Label Format
Note: This example assumes that the printer is in ‘inch’ mode (<STX>n).

Printhead Location

Media
Movement

Home Position

Figure 8-1: Formatted Sample Label

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The first line in the sample format (Table 8-1) is the System-Level Command directing the printer to begin
label formatting. (Other System-Level Commands may precede the <STX>L for printer setup.) Lines 2, 14,
and 15 are Label Formatting Commands. Line 15 is the exit and print command. The remaining lines (3-
13) are print format records, explained in this chapter.
A record is a data string that contains the information to be printed on the label(s). Records are the building
blocks of label formats. Every record must end with a termination character (usually a carriage return,
<CR>). Omitting termination characters will result in the concatenation of records. Omitting the carriage
return that precedes the termination character E, which is necessary to complete the label formatting and
begin printing, will cause the printer to continue interpreting all subsequent data as label print format
records.

Generating Records
Every record is made of three parts: (1) a header that is 15 bytes in length, (2) the data to be printed,
and (3) a termination character (e.g., <CR>) marking the end of the field. The header is used to select
the appearance of the data when printed by choosing rotation, font type, size, and position options.
Every header contains similar information, but this information may be used in different ways by
different types of records. The six record types are:
1. Internal Bit-Mapped Font
2. Smooth Font (Simulated)
3. Scalable Font
4. Bar code
5. Images
6. Graphics

The Structure of a Record

The basic structure of the record is described below. For details regarding the various interpretations of
the six types see Record Structure Types.

The third line of the label format example in Table 8-1 consists of the following:

121100000050005HOME POSITION<CR>

This string comprises a complete record, shown below, divided into its three basic component parts.

Header Data String Termination Character

121100000050005 HOME POSITION <CR>

Table 8-2: Record Structure Components

The record conforms to the following fixed field format (spaces added for readability). Identifying
lower case letters have been placed below field values for reference in the following sections:
1 2 1 1 000 0005 0005 HOME POSITION <CR>
a b c d eee ffff gggg [hhhh iiii] jj…j Termination character

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Location Record Type

Within
Internal Bit- Smooth Scalable Bar
Record Images Graphics
Mapped Font Font Font Code
a Rotation Rotation Rotation Rotation Rotation 1
b Font ID 9 9 Bar Code Y X
Width Width Width Wide Width
c 1
Multiplier Multiplier Multiplier Bar Multiplier
Height Height Height Narrow Height
d 1
Multiplier Multiplier Multiplier Bar Multiplier
Font Size/ Bar Code
eee 000 ID 000 000
ID Height
Row Row Row Row Row Row
ffff
Position Position Position Position Position Position
Column Column Column Column Column Column
gggg
Position Position Position Position Position Position
hhhh N/A N/A Font Height N/A N/A N/A
iiii N/A N/A Font Width N/A N/A N/A
Data Data Data Data Image Graphics
jj…j
String String String String Name Specifiers

Table 8-3: Record Type Structure

In Table 8-3, the record structure is shown for each of the record types. The left-most column shows
the locations of all characters in the record, and corresponds to the example above the table. Each
record structure interprets the characters of the record in its own way, though some of the
interpretations of the characters are identical across all record types. For example, the characters ffff
are interpreted as Row Position in all record types. While c is a Width Multiplier for Internal Bit-
Mapped Font, Smooth Font, Scalable Font, and Image record types, it has other interpretations for Bar
Code and Graphics record types.

The Header Fields

Each of the fields in the record header is generally described below. Please reference the detailed
descriptions under Record Structure Types for variations. The field name titles of the following
paragraphs are preceded with a reference letter from Table 8-3. All characters sent to the printer within
the header fields are ASCII, alphanumeric.

a: Rotation

The first field of a header is a single ASCII character that selects the degree of rotation for the data
to be printed on a label. Valid rotation values are 1 (0º); 2 (90º); 3 (180º); and 4 (270º) clockwise.
Figure 8-1 shows the direction and amount of rotation clockwise, relative to the label feed
direction. The bottom left corner of the object is the pivot point.

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b: Fonts, Bar Codes, Graphics and Images

The second field (b) determines how the rest of the fields are interpreted, as shown in the table
below. Values 0 through 9 select human-readable fonts. 0 through 8 will select standard Datamax
fonts; value 9 selects the CG Triumvirate smooth scalable font (internal) or scalable fonts. When 9
is used to select a scalable font, the font size (font I.D. number) is chosen by entering a value in the
height field eee.

Values A through z select bar codes. Values A through T (uppercase) will print bar codes with
human-readable interpretations. Values a through z (lowercase) will print bar codes only.

Value W requires two additional characters to specify the Bar Code/Font ID.

A font field value X selects a drawing object (line, box, circle or polygon), and field value Y is
used to print an image stored in a module.

b Font Field Value Interpretation

0-9 Font
A-T Bar code with human readable text.
a-z Bar code without human readable text.
Wxx Bar code/Font expansion
X Line, box, polygon, circle
Y Image

Table 8-4: Font Field Interpretations

c: Width Multiplier

Values 1-9 and A-O represent multiplication factors (base 25 numbers). For human-readable fonts,
the width multiplier represents the number of times the selected font dot tables are multiplied and
has no effect on the character height. For bar codes, this character specifies the wide bar width or
ratio. Values 1 through 9 and A through O will give a wide bar width of from 0.0033” (0.085 mm)
to 0.792” (2.011 mm) at a resolution dependent upon the printer model. See Appendix F for default
values.

d: Height Multiplier

The height multiplier has the same range and function as the width multiplier, but vertical. When
used in the context of bar codes, this field is the ratio denominator, or the small bar (module)
width. Values 1 through 9 and A through O will give a narrow bar width of one dot (dot size =
1/printhead resolution) to 24 dots. The narrow bar width resolution and range are dependent upon
the printhead resolution, see Appendix K. A “dot multiplier” command can also be used to change
the printed dot size (see Label Formatting Command ‘D’ and Appendix F).

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eee: Bar Code Height (Font Size/Selection)

This field has interpretations dependent upon the value of the font b field, as shown below.

b Font Field Value eee Field Range eee Field Interpretation

0-8 000 Not used –Internal bitmapped font
000-999, A04-A72, S00-S9z,
9 Font height; Font selection
U00-U9z, u00-u9z
A-T 000-999 Bar code height (with human readable)
a-z 000-999 Bar code height
Wxx 000-999 Bar code height (with human readable)
X,Y 000 Not used

Table 8-5: Bar Code Height Field Interpretations

ffff: Row Position

The lower left corner of a label is considered the “home position” (see Figure 8-1). The row
position field is a vertical coordinate that determines how far above the home position the data is to
be printed. Field data is interpreted in hundredths of an inch or tenths of millimeters.

gggg: Column Position

This field is a horizontal coordinate that determines how far to the right of “home position” the
data will be printed. Appendix G lists the maximum values of the gggg field.

hhhh: Optional Scalable Font Height

The height of a scalable font can be specified in two ways: points or dots. To specify the height in
points the first character of the field is a ‘P’ followed by the number of points, 004 to 999. To
specify the size in dots, all four characters must be numeric. This field must be specified for
scalable fonts. (See note below Optional Scalable Font Width.)

iiii: Optional Scalable Font Width

The width of a scalable font can be specified in two ways, points or dots. To specify the width in
points, the first character of the field is a ‘P’ followed by the number of points, 004 to 999 points.
To specify the size in dots, all four characters must be numeric. This field must be specified for
scalable fonts. See note below.

Note: To ensure that the data stream is portable to different Datamax printers, specify the font size in
points. If the font is specified in dots, it will output differently on printers with different DPI/MMPI
resolutions. There are 72.307 points per 1 inch (2.847 mm).

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jj…j: Data Field

The final field contains the data that will actually be printed on the label. A string of data can be up
to 255 characters in length, (except when using the PDF417 bar code, which may be up to 3000
characters long) ending with a carriage return. Characters placed in the data field will be printed as
long as they fall within the physical range of the printhead. Consult Appendix K for a listing by
printer.

Record Structure Types

Each of the six record types has its own field structure and is described in the following section. The
record types allow quick reference to the field types and their valid data inputs for the field. There are
similar, but unique, record structures for each: internal, bit-mapped fonts, internal smooth fonts,
downloaded bit-mapped fonts, scalable fonts, bar codes, images, and graphics. The field location
identifiers in the tables that follow are the same as those in Table 8-3.

1.Internal Bit-Mapped Fonts

This record type is used for internal bitmapped fonts (see Appendix C, Tables C-1 – C-5).
When a 0 through 8 is entered in field b, then the height field eee is not used. The bitmapped
fonts include 8 different fonts (see Appendix C). The character mapping for these fonts is shown
in Appendix A, or a subset thereof.

Field Valid Inputs Meaning

a 1, 2, 3 and 4 Rotation
b 0 to 8 (see Appendix C). Font
c 1 to 9 and A to O Width Multiplier
d 1 to 9 and A to O Height Multiplier
eee 000 N/A
ffff 0000 to 9999 Row
gggg 0000 to 9999 Dependent upon printer. See Appendix K. Column
Valid ASCII character string up to 255 characters, followed
jj…j Data
by a termination character.
Table 8-6: Internal Bit-mapped Font Record Structure

2. Smooth Font, Font Modules, and Downloaded Bit-Mapped Fonts

This record type is used for internal smooth fonts (CG Triumvirate – see Table C-6) or a bit-
mapped font downloaded to a memory module (see Font Loading Commands).

When a 9 is entered in field b, then the height field eee determines the font. The internal smooth
font has up to 13 font sizes (see Appendix C). Values 100 through 999 select individual fonts
stored on DRAM, or Flash memory. These include downloaded bit-mapped fonts (see Table 8-5).
Use eee values of 096 – 099 for Kanji fonts, if equipped (see Appendix I). The character mapping
for these fonts is shown in Appendix A or a subset thereof.

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Field Valid Inputs Meaning

a 1, 2, 3 and 4 Rotation
b 9 Fixed Value
c 1 to 9 and A to O Width Multiplier
d 1 to 9 and A to O Height Multiplier
eee 000 to 999 (000 to 099 Reserved), A04 to A72, x04 – x72* Font/size
ffff 0000 to 9999 Row
gggg 0000 to 9999 Dependent upon printer. See Appendix K. Column
Valid ASCII character string up to 255 characters followed
jj…j Data
by a termination character.
* Where x is an upper case letter, see Appendix H.
Table 8-7: Smooth Font Record Structure

3. Scalable Fonts

The Smooth Scalable Font Technology has been licensed from AGFA. Both Intellifont (.CDI) and
TrueType (.TTF) Scalable Font file formats are supported. The eee field identifies the scalable
font, and data type – normal (binary) or Hex ASCII. Uppercase S or U – binary, lowercase u – Hex
ASCII. See Appendix H for additional information. Values S00 to S9z, and U00 to U9z (u00 to
u9z), select a scalable font, either internal or downloaded.

S00 and S01 are used for the standard internal (resident) fonts on display-equipped printers, while
S01 is used for the standard internal (resident) font on non-display models.

Field Valid Inputs Meaning

a 1, 2, 3 and 4 Rotation
b 9 Fixed Value
c 1 to 9 and A to O Width Multiplier
d 1 to 9 and A to O Height Multiplier
eee S00 to Szz, U00-Uzz, u00-uzz Font data type
ffff 0000 to 9999 Row
gggg Dependent upon printer. See Appendix K. Column
Character height;
hhhh P004-P999, 0016-4163*
points, dots
Character width;
iiii P004-P999, 0014-4163*
points, dots
Valid ASCII character string up to 255 characters followed by
jj…j Data
a termination character.
* Character size specifications are printhead resolution dependent as indicated in the following table.
Table 8-8: Scalable Font Record Structure

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Printhead Character size (dots)

Resolution (DPI) Width Height
203 16-2817 16-2817
300 14-4163 16-4163
400 22-5550 22-5550
600 33-8325 33-8325
Table 8-9: Scalable Character Size Ranges
Note: A scalable font cache must be allocated to print. Minimum cache size is 15. The double byte
fonts require five units of additional cache.

4. Bar Codes
Valid inputs for the bar code field b are letters: uppercase letters will print a human-readable text
below the bar code; lowercase letters will only print the bar code. For example, entering a ‘p’ in the
b field selects the Postnet bar code. Because the Postnet font does not provide human-readable
data, the uppercase P is not valid. Other bar codes without a human-readable counterpart include u
(MaxiCode) and z (PDF417) – for additional model-specific restrictions see Appendix F.
For module-based bar codes, field d is the narrow bar width in dots (bar code module size). For
consistent results in all rotations for bar codes of this type, field d and field c must have the same
value. For ratio-based bar codes field c is the wide bar width in dots (the numerator); field d is the
narrow bar width in dots (the denominator). See Appendix G for specific bar code information and
variations in record format field usage.

The eee height field represents the bar code (symbol) height. The eee height field represents the
bar code height. The valid range (001 to 999) translates to bar heights ranging from .01 inch (.254
mm) to 9.99 inches (253.7 mm). For bar codes that require additional specified parameters, use the
jj…j data field as the location for these parameters. See the specific bar code for details in
Appendix G.

Field Valid Inputs Meaning

a 1, 2, 3 and 4 Rotation
A to Z and a to z (except P, u, v, z), or Wna where n is 1 to 9 and Bar
b [bb]
a is A to S and a to s. No n is an implied 1. Code
c 1 to 9 and A to O Wide Bar
d 1 to 9 and A to O Narrow Bar
eee 001 to 999 Symbol height
ffff 0000 to 9999 Row
gggg See Appendix K. Column
Valid ASCII character string up to 255 characters followed by a
jj…j Data
termination character.
Table 8-10: Bar Code Record Structure

Placing a 0 (zero) in both c and d will cause the printer to use the default bar code ratio or module
size. Placing a 000 (zero) in the symbol height field causes the printer to use the default bar code
height.

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5. Images
An image record is used to print an image that is stored in a memory module. Images can be
printed only in Rotation 1 (see Input Image Data <STX>I).
Field Valid Inputs Meaning
a 1 Fixed Value
b Y Image
c 1 to 9 and A to O Width Multiplier
d 1 to 9 and A to O Height Multiplier
eee 000 Fixed Value
ffff 0000 to 9999 Row
gggg See Appendix K. Column
ASCII string, up to 16 characters followed by a termination
jj…j Image name
character.
Table 8-11: Image Fields

6. Graphics
Using graphics, the printer can produce lines, boxes, polygons, and circles. This function is selected
by entering an X in field b. The values entered in the data field determine the sizes and shapes of
the objects to be drawn. Forms can be created using shaded boxes, complex logos, or even a simple
diagonal line without the need to download a graphics file to the printer. The following sub-
sections describe how to generate each kind of graphic.

Lines and Boxes

Lines and boxes are drawn by values that determine column and row starting position, length,
width, and wall thickness of the line or box (see Appendix K). Depending on the printer’s mode, all
measurements are interpreted as inches/100 or millimeters/10 (see <STX>m). The data field jj…j
is used to describe the line or box dimensions.

Segment Valid Inputs Meaning

a 1 Fixed value
b X Line / Box
c 1 Fixed Value
d 1 Fixed Value
eee 000 Fixed Value
ffff 0000 to 9999 Row
gggg 0000-9999, see Appendix K. Column
Lhhhvvv Line*
lhhhhvvvv Line**
jj…j
Bhhhvvvbbbsss Box***
bhhhhvvvvbbbbssss Box****
Table 8-12: Line and Box Parameters

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*LINE: Lhhhvvv
Where: L = “L” and specifies line drawing,
hhh = horizontal width of line,
vvv = vertical height of line.
**LINE: lhhhhvvvv
Where: l = “l” and specifies line drawing,
hhhh = horizontal width of line,
vvvv = vertical height of line.
***BOX: Bhhhvvvbbbsss
Where: B = “B” and specifies box drawing,
hhh = horizontal width of box,
vvv = vertical height of box,
bbb = thickness of bottom and top,
sss = thickness of sides.
****BOX: bhhhhvvvvbbbbssss
Where: b = “b” specifies box drawing,
hhhh = horizontal width of box,
vvvv = vertical height of box,
bbbb = thickness of bottom and top box edges,
ssss = thickness of sides of box.
Note: Lines are sometimes better understood as filled-in boxes, while boxes are hollow.

Polygons

Polygons are created by defining the positions of the corners, specifying a number of data points
that represent the vertices of the object, which can range from a simple line (two points), or a
triangle (three points), to any free-form outline. Polygons may be filled with a variety of
different patterns. All row/column specifiers are interpreted as inches/100 or millimeters/10
depending on the printer mode, (see <STX>m).
Record structure for a polygon (spaces added for readability):
1 X 11 ppp rrrr cccc P ppp bbbb rrrr cccc rrrr cccc … <CR>
Where:
1 Rotation (must be 1) 001 Fixed Value
X Graphic field ID 0001 Fixed Value
1 Multiplier (must be 1) rrrr Row of point 2
1 Multiplier (must be 1) cccc Column of point 2
ppp Fill pattern # rrrr Row of point 3
rrrr Row of point 1 cccc Column of point 3
cccc Column of point 1 … Additional points
P Polygon ID (Fixed Value) <CR> Termination character
Table 8-13: Polygon Record Structure

Note: The points must be specified in the order to be drawn; the last point specified is automatically
connected to the first point to close the polygon. If only two points are specified, a single line
will be drawn. See Label Formatting Command A.

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Circles

A circle is created by defining by its center point and radius. Circles can be filled with a variety of
different patterns (see Table 8-15). Row, column, and radius are interpreted as inches (100) or
millimeters (10) depending on printer mode.
Record structure for a circle (spaces have been added for readability):
1 X 11 fff rrrr cccc C ppp bbbb rrrr <CR>
Where:
1 Rotation (must be 1) cccc Column of the center point
X Graphic field C Circle ID (Fixed Value)
1 Multiplier (must be 1) 001 Fixed Value
1 Multiplier (must be 1) 0001 Fixed Value
fff Fill pattern number rrrr Radius of the circle
rrrr Row of the center point <CR> Termination character
Table 8-14: Circle Record Structure

Fill Patterns
Pattern Number Description Example

0 No Pattern

1 Solid Black

2 6% Black

3 12% Black

4 25% Black

5 38% Black

6 50% Black

7 Diamonds

8 Circles

9 Right Diagonal Lines

10 Left Diagonal Lines

11 Grid

Table 8-15: Fill Pattern Examples

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Examples (Spaces have been added for readability):

1. Triangle
The record:
1 X 11 000 0010 0010 P 001 0001 0040 0025 0010 0040<CR>
Produces a triangle with no fill pattern:
(row 0040, column 0025)

(row 0010, column 0010) (row 0010, column 0040)

2. Rectangle with Fill

The record:
1 X 11 004 0010 0010 P 001 0001 0050 0010 0050 0200 0010 0200<CR>
Produces a rectangle filled with pattern 4 (25% Black):

(row 0010, column 0010) (row 0050, column 0200)

3. Circle
The record:
1 X 11 000 0100 0100 C 001 0001 0025<CR>
Produces a circle centered at row 0100, column 0100 with a radius of 0025 and no fill pattern:

4. Circle with Fill

The record:
1 X 11 009 0100 0100 C 001 0001 0025 <CR>
Produces a circle centered at row 0100, column 0100 with a radius of 0025 and filled with pattern
9 (right diagonal lines):

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Advanced Format Attributes

Two different advanced formatting attributes extend the text presentation capabilities. The first format
attribute allows a set of label format records to make a state change that modifies the font attributes of
any following DPL text records. The second format attribute provides a means of inserting text and
font formatting commands directly into the DPL data stream via a command delimiter structure. All
label formats begin by default with attributes disabled.

Note: These commands are only valid for “scalable” fonts, such as Internal Font 9, S00 and S01 or
downloaded TrueType scalable fonts. (Non-display models have limited standard font sets and
capabilities; see the notes below for applicability of commands and consult the appropriate operators
manual for available standard and optional font sets.)

The table below represents the current list of font attributes available to the user. Note that these
commands are delimited by the \<xxx> sequence (where xxx is from the list below).
Command Units Purpose Notes
FB +/- Turns on or off emboldment of the font minus ‘-’ disable, plus ‘+’ enable
FI +/- Turns on or off italicize of the font minus ‘-’ disable, plus ‘+’ enable
minus ‘-’ disable, plus ‘+’ enable
FU +/- Turns on or off underlining of string.
(Display-Equipped Models only)
Specify the vertical point size of the
FPn Points Display-Equipped models only
following text relative to the base line.
Specify the horizontal point size of the
FSn Points Display-Equipped models only
following text relative to the base line.
Specify the rotation of the base line, If a + or – precedes the numeric
FR[+/-]n Degrees relative to the original print direction of value, then the direction is relative
the record. to the current print direction.

Table 8-16: Advanced Format Attributes

For example, the first format attribute command can be illustrated as follows. The text below and the
resulting label (Figure 1) are examples of a current DPL format:

<STX>L
D11
1911S0102600040P018P018Old DPL World
1911S0102000040P018P018Old DPL World
1911S0101400040P018P018Old DPL World
1911S0100800040P018P018Old DPL World
1911S0100200040P018P018Old DPL World
E

Figure 1

Now, if the DPL format is modified as follows, the resulting label (Figure 2) is printed:

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<STX>L
D11
FA+
FB+
1911S0102600040P018P018New DPL World
FU+I+
1911S0102000040P018P018New DPL World
FI-U+B-
1911S0101400040P018P018New DPL World
FU-B+
1911S0100800040P018P018New DPL World
FB+I+U+
1911S0100200040P018P018New DPL World
FB-U-I-
E Figure 2

Note that if all format commands after the first FB+ were deleted the entire label would have been
printed with bold scalable fonts. This is what is meant by a state change. Once invoked, that command
is in affect until turned off or the label format is terminated with the “E” “s” or the “X” command.

The second format attribute command is inserted into the text data stream and delimited by the angle
brackets “<>“ This structure takes the form of \<command>. An example of this command is as
follows:

<STX>L
D11
A2
FA+
1911S0105000020P018P018DPL allows \<FP36FS36>FONT\<FS10FP10> sizes
\<FS8FP12>in the string
1911S0103500100P018P018\<FR80>D\<FR-5>P\<FR-5>L\<FR-5> \<FR-5>l\<FR-5>e\<FR-
>t\<FR-5>s\<FR-5> \<FR-5>y\<FR-5>o\<FR-5>u\<FR-5> \<FR-5>w\<FR-5>r\<FR-
5>i\<FR-5>t\<FR-5>e\<FR-5> \<FR-5>i\<FR-5>n\<FR-5> \<FR-5>c\<FR-5>i\<FR-
5>r\<FR-5>c\<FR-5>l\<FR-5>e\<FR-5>s\<FR-5> \<FR-5>t\<FR-5>o\<FR-5>o\<FR-5>!
1911S0102400040P018P018\<FR+45>DPL allows \<FB+>Rotations\<FB-FR-90> in the
string
1911S0102000040P018P018DPL allows \<FB+>BOLD\<FB-> in the string
FU+
1911S0101400040P018P012DPL allows \<FI+>ITALICS\<FI-> in the string
FI+U-
1911S0101000040P018P012DPL allows \<FB+I+>COMBINATIONS\<FB-I-> in the
string
FB+I-
1911S0100600040P018P018DPL allows \<FB+>BOLD\<FB-> in the string
FU+I+
1911S0100200040P018P018DPL allows \<FB+>BOLD\<FB-> in the string
FB-U-I-
E

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Figure 3 is an example of the output from this DPL command

stream. The user has the ability to change the point and set size of
the font within the DPL command record. In addition, the angle of
the baseline may be specified relative to the current orientation of
the record. (For example, the command \<FR+45> will rotate the
baseline forty five degrees in the positive direction from the
default print direction.)

Figure 3

Note: Refer to back to Section 8 for more information regarding the DPL record format for a scalable font
text string.

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ASCII Control Chart

Char Dec Hex Char Dec Hex Char Dec Hex Char Dec Hex
Ctrl @ NUL 0 00 32 20 @ 64 40 ` 96 60
Ctrl A SOH 1 01 ! 33 21 A 65 41 a 97 61
Ctrl B STX 2 02 “ 34 22 B 66 42 b 98 62
Ctrl C EXT 3 03 # 35 23 C 67 43 c 99 63
Ctrl D EOT 4 04 $ 36 24 D 68 44 d 100 64
Ctrl E ENQ 5 05 % 37 25 E 69 45 e 101 65
Ctrl F ACK 6 06 & 38 26 F 70 46 f 102 66
Ctrl G BEL 7 07 Ô 39 27 G 71 47 g 103 67
Ctrl H BS 8 08 ( 40 28 H 72 48 h 104 68
Ctrl I HT 9 09 ) 41 29 I 73 49 i 105 69
Ctrl J LF 10 0A * 42 2A J 74 4A j 106 6A
Ctrl K VT 11 0B + 43 2B K 75 4B k 107 6B
Ctrl L FF 12 0C , 44 2C L 76 4C l 108 6C
Ctrl M CR 13 0D - 45 2D M 77 4D m 109 6D
Ctrl N SO 14 0E . 46 2E N 78 4E n 110 6E
Ctrl O SI 15 0F / 47 2F O 79 4F o 111 6F
Ctrl P DLE 16 10 0 48 30 P 80 50 p 112 70
Ctrl Q DC1 17 11 1 49 31 Q 81 51 q 113 71
Ctrl R DC2 18 12 2 50 32 R 82 52 r 114 72
Ctrl S DC3 19 13 3 51 33 S 83 53 s 115 73
Ctrl T DC4 20 14 4 52 34 T 84 54 t 116 74
Ctrl U NAK 21 15 5 53 35 U 85 55 u 117 75
Ctrl V SYN 22 16 6 54 36 V 86 56 v 118 76
Ctrl W ETB 23 17 7 55 37 W 87 57 w 119 77
Ctrl X CAN 24 18 8 56 38 X 88 58 x 120 78
Ctrl Y EM 25 19 9 57 39 Y 89 59 y 121 79
Ctrl Z SUB 26 1A : 58 3A Z 90 5A z 122 7A
Ctrl [ ESC 27 1B ; 59 3B [ 91 5B { 123 7B
Ctrl \ FS 28 1C < 60 3C \ 92 5C | 124 7C
Ctrl ] GS 29 1D = 61 3D ] 93 5D } 125 7D
Ctrl ^ RS 30 1E > 62 3E ^ 94 5E ~ 126 7E
Ctrl _ US 31 1F ? 63 3F _ 95 5F 127 7F

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ASCII Control Chart (continued)

Char Dec Hex Char Dec Hex Char Dec Hex Char Dec Hex
Ç 128 80 á 160 A0 192 C0 Ó 224 E0
ü 129 81 í 161 A1 193 C1 ß 225 E1
é 130 82 ó 162 A2 194 C2 Ô 226 E2
â 131 83 ú 163 A3 195 C3 Ò 227 E3
ä 132 84 ñ 164 A4 196 C4 õ 228 E4
à 133 85 Ñ 165 A5 197 C5 Õ 229 E5
å 134 86 ª 166 A6 ã 198 C6 µ 230 E6
ç 135 87 ° 167 A7 Ã 199 C7 þ 231 E7
ê 136 88 ¿ 168 A8 200 C8 Þ 232 E8
ë 137 89 ® 169 A9 201 C9 Ú 233 E9
è 138 8A 170 AA 202 CA Û 234 EA
ï 139 8B 1/2 171 AB 203 CB Ù 235 EB
î 140 8C 1/4 172 AC 204 CC ý 236 EC
ì 141 8D ¡ 173 AD 205 CD Ý 237 ED
Ä 142 8E 174 AE 206 CE 238 EE
Å 143 8F ¯ 175 AF 207 CF 239 EF
É 144 90 176 B0 ð 208 D0 240 F0
æ 145 91 177 B1 Ð 209 D1 ± 241 F1
Æ 146 92 ² 178 B2 Ê 210 D2 242 F2
ô 147 93 ³ 179 B3 Ë 211 D3 3/4 243 F3
ö 148 94 ´ 180 B4 È 212 D4 244 F4
ò 149 95 Á 181 B5 213 D5 245 F5
û 150 96 Â 182 B6 Í 214 D6 ÷ 246 F6
ù 151 97 À 183 B7 Î 215 D7 ¸ 247 F7
ÿ 152 98 © 184 B8 Ï 216 D8 º 248 F8
Ö 153 99 ¹ 185 B9 217 D9 ¨ 249 F9
Ü 154 9A 186 BA 218 DA · 250 FA
ø 155 9B » 187 BB 219 DB 251 FB
£ 156 9C 188 BC 220 DC 252 FC
Ø 157 9D ¢ 189 BD 221 DD 253 FD
x 158 9E ¥ 190 BE Ì 222 DE 254 FE
ƒ 159 9F 191 BF 223 DF 255 FF

Notes: (1) For hardware handshake XON/XOFF commands:

XON = Ctrl Q (DC1)
XOFF = Ctrl S (DC3)
(2) The Euro currency character ( ) has been added to the table above at 255 (FF) as a Datamax
standard for resident bit-mapped fonts 0,1,2,3,4,5,6, and 9 (CG Triumvirate).

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Sample Programs
‘C’ Language Program
The following sample ‘C’ program is included for reference. Figure B-1 shows the output generated
by this program.

/ DMX SERIES Sample C program /

# include <stdio.h>

main ()
{
char pcs = “590”;
char desc = “10K OHM 1/4 WATT”;

fputs (“DMX Printer Test Program\n”, stdout);

fputs (“\x02L\n”, stdaux); / STX L – Enter Label Formatting /

fputs (“H07\n” stdaux); / Enter Heat Setting of 7 /
fputs (“D11\n”, stdaux); / Set Width and Height Dot Size /

fprintf (stdaux, “191108010000025%s\n”,desc); / Select smooth Font /

fprintf (stdaux, “1a6210000000050%sPCS\n”, pcs); / Select Bar code type ‘a’ /

fputs (“E\n”, stdaux); / End Label format mode and print /
}

10K OHM 1/4 WATT

Figure B-1: Sample Label

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ASCII text file

The following ASCII text file will also generate the label shown in Figure B-1.

^BL
H07
D11
19110080100002510K OHM 1/4 WATT<CR>
1a6210000000050590PCS<CR>
E<CR>

VB Application Generating DPL

The following sample is a Visual Basic program that displays a database record on the screen. A user
can scroll through the records and then print a selected one. Five bar codes are printed along with data
fields and headings.

‘Printer DPL Controls

Dim CharSet As String‘<STX> byte
Const StartLabel = “L”
Const EndLabel = “E”
Const PrintDensity = “D11”

‘Printer DPL Data to position dynamic information on label

Const OrderTxt = “191100704150010”‘font 9, 24 pt
Const OrderBC = “1a6205004200120”
Const CustomerTxt = “191100603600010”

Const Item1NO = “191100403250010”

Const Item1BC = “1a6204002870010”
Const Item1Txt = “191100402690010”
Const Item1Qty = “191100603070260”

‘DPL Fixed Items on label

Const Itm1 = “191100303400010Item #”

Const Qty1 = “191100303400250Quantity”

Const Boxsize = “B065035002002”

Const BoxPos1 = “1X1100003050240”
Const Image1 = “1Y3300004750010SLANT1”

Dim Fixed As String

‘Item Variables
Dim Item1 As String
Dim PrintLabel As String
Dim OrderData As String

‘Print label by clicking print button with the mouse

Private Sub cmdPrint_Click()

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‘Concatenate all the dynamic data fields with the constant

header strings, terminated with <cr> Chr$(13)
OrderData = OrderTxt & txtOrderNo.Text & Chr$(13) &
OrderBC & txtOrderNo.Text & Chr$(13) & CustomerTxt &
txtCustomer.Text

Item1 = Item1NO & txtItem1.Text & Chr$(13) & Item1BC &

txtItem1.Text & Chr$(13) & Item1Txt & txtItem1Desc.Text &
Chr$(13) & Item1Qty & txtItem1Qty.Text

‘Concatinate entire label format and send out serial port

PrintLabel = CharSet & MaxLength & Chr$(13) & CharSet &
StartLabel & Chr$(13) & PrintDensity & Chr$(13) & Image1 &
Chr$(13) & OrderData & Chr$(13) & Item1 & Chr$(13) & Fixed &
Chr$(13) & EndLabel
Comm1.Output = PrintLabelEnd Sub

‘Display the record form on the screen

Private Sub Form_Load()
Fixed = Itm1 & Chr$(13) & Chr$(13) & Qty1 & Chr$(13) &
Chr$(13) & BoxPos1 & Boxsize & Chr$(13)
CharSet = Chr$(126) ‘Alternate <stx> character ~
MComm.PortOpen = 1‘Open the serial port
End Sub

‘Exit the program by clicking Exit button with the mouse

Private Sub cmdExit_Click()
Comm1.PortOpen = 0‘Close down the serial port
End
End Sub

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VB Application interfacing via Windows Driver

Create a form similar to the one shown here.

VERSION 5.00
Begin VB.Form Form1
Caption = “Datamax Test Print”
ClientHeight = 1065
ClientLeft = 60
ClientTop = 345
ClientWidth = 2325
LinkTopic = “Form1”
MaxButton = 0 ‘False
MinButton = 0 ‘False
ScaleHeight = 1065
ScaleWidth = 2325
StartUpPosition = 3 ‘Windows Default
Begin VB.ComboBox cmboFonts
Height = 315
Left = 90
TabIndex = 2
Text = “Font List”
Top = 45
Width = 2130
End
Begin VB.CommandButton cmdExit
Caption = “Quit”
Height = 465
Left = 1350
TabIndex = 1
Top = 495
Width = 825
End
Begin VB.CommandButton cmdPrint
Caption = “Print”
Height = 465
Left = 90
TabIndex = 0
Top = 495
Width = 870
End
End
Attribute VB_Name = “Form1”
Attribute VB_GlobalNameSpace = False
Attribute VB_Creatable = False
Attribute VB_PredeclaredId = True
Attribute VB_Exposed = False

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‘Print label by clicking print button with the mouse

Private Sub cmdPrint_Click()
‘font name as seen in application font list box
‘if not found, driver will inform GDI to generate an
‘image that will be downloaded
Printer.FontName = cmboFonts.Text

‘1,440 twips equals one inch

Printer.Height = 6480 ‘4.5 inches in twips
Printer.Width = 5760 ‘4 inches in twips
Printer.CurrentX = 1440 ‘1 inch (column position)
Printer.CurrentY = 2160 ‘2 inches (row position)
Printer.Print “0123456789”
Printer.EndDoc
End Sub
Private Sub Form_Load()
Dim X As Printer
Dim I As Integer ‘Used for the font list
‘ search for printer queue name / driver name
For Each X In Printers
If X.DeviceName = “Datamax I-4206” Then ‘printer found
‘ Set printer as system default.
Set Printer = X
For I = 0 To Printer.FontCount - 1 ‘ Determine number of fonts.
cmboFonts.AddItem Printer.Fonts(I) ‘ Put each font into
list box.
Next I
Exit For
End If
Next
End Sub
‘Exit the program and shut down the serial port
‘by clicking Exit button with the mouse
Private Sub cmdExit_Click()
End
End Sub

When the program is run, the combo box should be populated with the available fonts as shown below.

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VB Application to Send RAW Data via a Windows Printer Driver

This is a sample Visual Basic program that checks for any printer driver attached to “LPT1”. If one is
installed then a DPL file can be printed via the print driver. **Note that this does not have to be a
Datamax DPL print driver. DPL is created by the application and sent to LPT1.

To begin, a global variable called SelPrinter must be defined as a string. Then use the following code
to create a .frm file.

VERSION 5.00
Object = “{F9043C88-F6F2-101A-A3C9-08002B2F49FB}#1.2#0”;
“comdlg32.ocx”
Begin VB.Form Form1
Caption = “Form1”
ClientHeight = 1290
ClientLeft = 165
ClientTop = 735
ClientWidth = 3750
LinkTopic = “Form1”
MaxButton = 0 ‘False
MinButton = 0 ‘False
ScaleHeight = 1290
ScaleWidth = 3750
StartUpPosition = 3 ‘Windows Default
Begin MSComDlg.CommonDialog CommonDialog1
Left = 1635
Top = 765
_ExtentX = 847
_ExtentY = 847
_Version = 393216
End
Begin VB.CommandButton cmdClose
Cancel = -1 ‘True
Caption = “Close”
Height = 372
Left = 2400
TabIndex = 3
Top = 735
Width = 972
End
Begin VB.CommandButton cmdStoreImage
Caption = “Print”
Default = -1 ‘True
Height = 372
Left = 240
TabIndex = 2
Top = 735
Width = 972
End
Begin VB.TextBox txtFile
Height = 288

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Left = 120
TabIndex = 1
Top = 360
Width = 3492
End
Begin VB.Label Label1
Caption = “File Name”
Height = 255
Left = 120
TabIndex = 0
Top = 135
Width = 1455
End
Begin VB.Menu File
Caption = “&File”
Begin VB.Menu open
Caption = “&Open”
End
Begin VB.Menu exit
Caption = “&Exit”
Shortcut = ^Q
End
End
End
Attribute VB_Name = “Form1”
Attribute VB_GlobalNameSpace = False
Attribute VB_Creatable = False
Attribute VB_PredeclaredId = True
Attribute VB_Exposed = False
Option Explicit
‘**********************************
#If Win32 Then
Private Type DOC_INFO_1
pDocName As String
pOutputFile As String
pDatatype As String
End Type

#End If ‘WIN32 Types

‘**********************************
‘** Function Declarations:

#If Win32 Then

Private Declare Function OpenPrinter& Lib “winspool.drv” Alias
“OpenPrinterA” (ByVal pPrinterName As String, phPrinter As Long, ByVal
pDefault As Long) ‘ Third param changed to long
Private Declare Function StartDocPrinter& Lib “winspool.drv” Alias
“StartDocPrinterA” (ByVal hPrinter As Long, ByVal Level As Long,
pDocInfo As DOC_INFO_1)

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Private Declare Function StartPagePrinter& Lib “winspool.drv” (ByVal

hPrinter As Long)
Private Declare Function WritePrinter& Lib “winspool.drv” (ByVal
hPrinter As Long, pBuf As Any, ByVal cdBuf As Long, pcWritten As Long)
Private Declare Function EndDocPrinter& Lib “winspool.drv” (ByVal
hPrinter As Long)
Private Declare Function EndPagePrinter& Lib “winspool.drv” (ByVal
hPrinter As Long)
Private Declare Function ClosePrinter& Lib “winspool.drv” (ByVal
hPrinter As Long)
#End If ‘WIN32

Dim ch As String * 1, f1 As Integer, loadfile As String

Private Sub cmdOpenFile_Click()
On Error GoTo ErrHandler
‘ Set Filters
CommonDialog1.Filter = “All Files (*.*)|*.*”
‘Specify Default Filter
CommonDialog1.FilterIndex = 1
‘Display Open dialog box
CommonDialog1.ShowOpen
loadfile = CommonDialog1.FileName
Label2.Caption = loadfile
Exit Sub

ErrHandler:
Exit Sub
End Sub
Private Sub cmdStoreImage_Click()
Dim hPrinter&
Dim jobid&
Dim res&
Dim written&
Dim printdata$
Dim docinfo As DOC_INFO_1

loadfile = Form1.txtFile.Text
If loadfile = ““ Then
MsgBox “You must Open a file to send”, vbExclamation
Exit Sub
End If

‘ Open file.
f1 = FreeFile
Open loadfile For Binary As f1

‘ Open printer for printing

res& = OpenPrinter(SelPrinter, hPrinter, 0)
If res = 0 Then
MsgBox “Unable to open the printer”
Exit Sub
End If

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docinfo.pDocName = “MyDoc”
docinfo.pOutputFile = vbNullString
docinfo.pDatatype = vbNullString
jobid = StartDocPrinter(hPrinter, 1, docinfo)
Call StartPagePrinter(hPrinter)

Call WritePrinter(hPrinter, ByVal printdata$, Len(printdata$),

written)
While Not EOF(1)
Get #f1, , ch
printdata$ = ch
Call WritePrinter(hPrinter, ByVal printdata$, Len(printdata$),
written)
Wend
Call EndPagePrinter(hPrinter)
Call EndDocPrinter(hPrinter)
Call ClosePrinter(hPrinter) ‘ Close when done

‘ Close file
Close #1
MsgBox “File sent to print spooler.”, vbExclamation
End Sub
Private Sub cmdClose_Click()
Unload Me
End Sub

Private Sub exit_Click()

End
End Sub

Private Sub Form_Load()

Dim X As Printer
‘ search for printer queue name / driver name
For Each X In Printers
If X.Port = “LPT1:” Then ‘printer found
‘ Set printer as system default.
SelPrinter = X.DeviceName
Exit For
End If
Next
End Sub

Private Sub lpt2_Click()

End Sub

Private Sub open_Click()

CommonDialog1.ShowOpen
loadfile = CommonDialog1.FileName
txtFile.Text = loadfile
End Sub

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Private Sub Printer_Click()

CommonDialog1.ShowPrinter
End Sub

This will create the form pictured below:

Note: It may be necessary to remove and reinsert the common dialog control due to Windows® registry
issues.

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Available Fonts – Sizes, References, and Samples

All character bit-mapped fonts available on the printers are described in this section. Each font has a name
(Font ID) associated with it for use in programming. Use the Font Number (in the left column of Table C-
1) in field b of the Format Record header to cause the printer to use the corresponding font.

Fonts 0 through 8 use the slash zero (Ø) conventions for distinguishing between the zero and the
alphabetic O. The slash can be removed with the label formatting command z. These fonts are non-
proportional (monospaced). Therefore, all of the characters take up the same amount of space when
printed. This is helpful when using variable data in a fixed area. The sizes of these fonts are shown on the
following pages.

The CG Triumvirate font number 9 is a proportional font. Each character will take up a different amount
of space when printed. For example, the letter W will be wider than the letter I.

Font Use with Record

Valid ASCII Characters (decimal)
Number Structure Type
0 32-127, 255
1 32-168, 171, 172, 225, 255
2 32-168, 171, 172, 225, 255
32, 35-38, 40-58, 65-90, 128, 142-144, 146, 153, 154, 156, 157, 165,
3
168, 225, 255
32, 35-38, 40-58, 65-90, 128, 142-144, 146, 153, 154, 156, 157, 165, Internal
4
168, 225, 255 Bit-Mapped
32, 35-38, 40-58, 65-90, 128, 142-144, 146, 153, 154, 156, 157, 165, Fonts
5
168, 225, 255
32, 35-38, 40-58, 65-90, 128, 142-144, 146, 153, 154, 156, 157, 165,
6
168, 225, 255
7 32-126
8 32, 48-57, 60, 62, 67, 69, 78, 83, 84, 88, 90
32-126, 128-169, 171-173, 181-184, 189, 190, 198, 199, 208-216,
9 Smooth Font*
222, 224-237, 241, 243, 246-250, 255
9 Dependent upon selected symbol set, see Appendix H. Scalable Font
*E-Class and M-4206 models
Table C-1: Valid Human-Readable Font (Internal) ASCII Characters

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Font sizes are dependent upon the printhead resolution of the printer used; Tables C-2 to C-5 contain a
listing of the font sizes by resolution with dimensions given in dots.

Font Height Width Spacing Point Size

Font 0 7 5 1 2.5
Font 1 13 7 2 4.6
Font 2 18 10 2 6.4
Font 3 27 14 2 9.6
Font 4 36 18 3 12.8
Font 5 52 18 3 18.4
Font 6 64 32 4 22.7
Font 7 32 15 5 11.3
Font 8 28 15 5 9.9
Table C-2: Font Sizes @ 203 DPI Resolution

Font Height Width Spacing Point Size

Font 0 10 7 1 2.4
Font 1 19 10 3 4.6
Font 2 27 15 3 6.5
Font 3 40 21 3 9.6
Font 4 53 27 4 12.7
Font 5 77 27 4 18.5
Font 6 95 47 6 22.8
Font 7 47 22 7 11.3
Font 8 41 22 7 9.8
Table C-3: Font Sizes @ 300 DPI Resolution

Font Height Width Spacing Point Size

Font 0 14 10 2 2.5
Font 1 26 14 4 4.6
Font 2 36 20 4 6.4
Font 3 54 28 4 9.6
Font 4 72 36 6 12.8
Font 5 104 36 6 18.4
Font 6 128 64 8 22.7
Font 7 64 30 10 11.3
Font 8 56 30 10 9.9
Table C-4: Font Sizes @ 406 DPI Resolution

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Font Height Width Spacing Point Size

Font 0 20 14 2 2.4
Font 1 38 20 6 4.6
Font 2 54 30 6 6.5
Font 3 80 42 6 9.6
Font 4 106 54 8 12.7
Font 5 154 54 8 18.5
Font 6 190 94 12 22.8
Font 7 94 44 14 11.3
Font 8 82 44 14 9.8
Table C-5: Font Sizes @ 600 DPI Resolution

Internal Smooth Font 9 (Smooth Font) Point Size Specifiers

Label format records with font code 9 (in Format Record header field b) can specify any of the font sizes
in the leftmost column of the table below. The corresponding specification in either column labeled Ann
or 0nn is used in the font size/selection (eee height) field to select the desired font size. Optional font
sets may contain subsets of those described here. For an optional font set that generates these fonts via
scalable font technology, the character mapping for this font is the selected scalable symbol set (see
Appendix E).

In the sample format below, a 300 DPI printer will use 4-point smooth font to produce a printed label
with the words “four point font”. Sample format:

<STX>L<CR>
1911A0400100010four point font<CR>
E<CR>

Smooth Font 9 Font Size Specification Syntax

Point
Ann
Size [1] 0nn
203 DPI Print Resolution 300, 400, & 600 DPI Print Resolutions [2]
4 - A04 -
5 - A05 000 [3]
6 A06 A06 001
8 A08 A08 002
10 A10 A10 003
12 A12 A12 004
14 A14 A14 005
18 A18 A18 006
24 A24 A24 007
30 A30 A30 008
36 A36 A36 009
48 A48 A48 010
72 - A72 -
[1]
All fonts greater than A36 are created from multiples of smaller fonts, 2x or 3x, as available.
[2]
All fonts greater than A24 are created from multiples of smaller fonts, 2x or 3x, as available.
[3]
Available at 300 DPI and greater print resolutions only.
Table C-6: Internal Bit-Mapped (Smooth Font) 9 Size Chart

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Internal Bit-Mapped and Smooth Font Samples

The identifying number is used in the Format Record header field b to cause the printer to use the
corresponding font.

Note: The Euro currency character ( ) has been added to Fonts 0 – 6. For the E-Class and M-4206 only, the
character is also present in Font 9.

0: Identifies a 96-character alphanumeric font, uppercase and lowercase.

1: Identifies a 145-character uppercase and lowercase alphanumeric font that includes desenders and
ascenders.

2: Identifies a 138-character alphanumeric upper and lowercase font.

3: Identifies a 62-character alphanumeric uppercase font.

4: Identifies a 62-character alphanumeric uppercase font.

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5: Identifies a 62-character alphanumeric upper case font.

6: Identifies a 62-character alphanumeric uppercase font.

7: Identifies a font that prints OCR-A, size I.

8: Identifies a font that prints OCR-B, size III.

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9: Identifies the Internal CG Triumvirate font. Point sizes are selected by the number in the Format
Record header eee height field, see Table C-6.

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Reset Codes
The most common transmitted error codes are:

Uppercase “R”
This code is sent every time the printer is turned ‘On’, signaling a hardware reset.

Uppercase “T”
This code signals a software reset. A software reset is made by sending the command sequence to the
printer or by performing a reset using the front panel keys.

Lowercase “v”
There is an input buffer overflow situation, caused when an overflow of data is sent to the printer.

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Single Byte Symbol Sets

The following tables include some of the sixty-six standard symbol sets. Not all of these symbol sets can
be used with every font. Symbol sets containing the Euro currency character are W1, WE, WG, WL, WT,
WR, and PM; see Appendix I, and the <STX>y command.

Note: The following sets were produced using a Windows®-based PC-compatible with an English (United
States) keyboard properties layout. Results may vary if printing this document using a different input
locale.

(DN) ISO 60: Danish / Norwegian Symbol Set

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F
00
10
20 ! “ # $ % & ‘ ( ) * + , - . /
30 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 : ; < = > ?
40 @ A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O
50 P Q R S T U V W X Y Z Æ Ø Å ^ _
60 ‘ a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o
70 p q r s t u v w x y z æ ø å ¯ ▒

(DT) DeskTop Symbol Set

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F
00
10
20 ! “ # $ % & ‘ ( ) * + , - . /
30 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 : ; < = > ?
40 @ A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O
50 P Q R S T U V W X Y Z [ \ ] ^ -
60 ‘ a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o
70 p q r s t u v w x y z { | } ~ ▒
80
90
A0 ¶ § † ‡ © ® ™ ¢ – — … fi fl
B0 “ “ µ ‰ • o þ ‘ ¬ ¦ =
C0 – ± × ÷ ° ′ ″ ¼ ½ ¾ ¹ ² ³ /
D0 ( ) « » ‚ „ ‘ ¡ ¿ Pt ℓ £ ¥ ¤ ƒ ß
E0 ª º æ Æ ð Ð ij IJ t t œ Œ ø Ø þ Þ
F0 ‘ ‘ ˆ ¨ ˜ ˇ ˘ ” ° · ¯ , ˛ ' l

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(E1) ISO 8859/1 Latin 1 Symbol Set

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F
00
10
20 ! “ # $ % & ‘ ( ) * + , - . /
30 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 : ; < = > ?
40 @ A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O
50 P Q R S T U V W X Y Z [ \ ] ^ -
60 ‘ a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o
70 p q r s t u v w x y z { | } ~ ▒
80
90
A0 ¡ ¢ £ ¤ ¥ ¦ § ¨ © ª « ¬ - ® ¯
B0 ° ± ² ³ ´ µ ¶ · ¸ ¸ ¹ » ¼ ½ ¾ ¿
C0 À Á Â Ã Ä Å Æ Ç È É Ê Ë Ì Í Î Ï
D0 Ð Ñ Ò Ó Ô Õ Ö × Ø Ù Ú Û Ü Ý Þ ß
E0 à á â ã ä å æ ç è é ê ë ì í î ï
F0 ð ñ ò ó ô õ ö ÷ ø ù ú û ü ý þ ÿ

(E2) ISO 8859/2 Latin 2 Set

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F
00
10
20 ! “ # $ % & ‘ ( ) * + , - . /
30 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 : ; < = > ?
40 @ A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O
50 P Q R S T U V W X Y Z [ \ ] ^ -
60 ‘ a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o
70 p q r s t u v w x y z { | } ~ ▒
80
90
A0 ˘ Ł ¤ § ¨ ° Š · Z
B0 º ł ´ · ¸ ¹ š “ z
C0 Á Â Ä Ç É Ë Í Î
D0 Ð Ó Ô Ö × Ø Ú Ü Ý ß
E0 á â ä ç é ë í î
F0 ó ô ö ÷ ú ü ý

(E5) ISO 8859/5 Latin 5 Set

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F
00
10
20 ! “ # $ % & ‘ ( ) * + , - . /
30 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 : ; < = > ?
40 @ A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O
50 P Q R S T U V W X Y Z [ \ ] ^ -
60 ‘ a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o
70 p q r s t u v w x y z { | } ~ ▒
80
90
A0 ¡ ¢ £ ¤ ¥ ¦ § ¨ © ª « ¬ - ® ¯
B0 º ± ² ³ ´ µ ¶ · ¸ ¹ º » ¼ ½ ¾ ¿
C0 À Á Â Ã Ä Å Æ Ç È É Ê Ë Ì Í Î Ï
D0 Ñ Ò Ó Ô Õ Ö × Ø Ù Ú Û Ü ß
E0 à á â ã ä å æ ç è é ê ë ì í î ï
F0 ñ ò ó ô õ ö ÷ ø ù ú û ü I ÿ

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(FR) ISO 69: French Symbol Set

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F
00
10
20 ! “ £ $ % & ‘ ( ) * + , - . /
30 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 : ; < = > ?
40 à A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O
50 P Q R S T U V W X Y Z º ç § ^ _
60 µ a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o
70 p q r s t u v w x y z é ù è ¨ ▒

(GR) ISO 21: German Symbol Set

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F
00
10
20 ! “ # $ % & ̓ ( ) * + ̗ - . /
30 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 : ; < = > ?
40 § A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O
50 P Q R S T U V W X Y Z Ä Ö Ü ^ _
60 ‘ a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o
70 p q r s t u v w x y z ä ö ü ß ▒

(IT) ISO 15: Italian Symbol Set

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F
00
10
20 ! “ £ $ % & ‘ ( ) * + , - . /
30 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 : ; < = > ?
40 § A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O
50 P Q R S T U V W X Y Z º ç é ^ _
60 ù a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o
70 p q r s t u v w x y z à ò è ì ▒

(LG) Legal Symbol Set

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F
00
10
20 ! “ # $ % & ‘ ( ) * + , - . /
30 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 : ; = = ¢ ?
40 @ A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O
50 P Q R S T U V W X Y Z [ ® ] © _
60 ° a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o
70 p q r s t u v w x y z § ¶ † ™ ▒

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(MC) Macintosh Symbol Set

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F
00
10
20 ! “ # $ % & ‘ ( ) * + , - . /
30 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 : ; < = > ?
40 @ A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O
50 P Q R S T U V W X Y Z [ \ ] ^ _
60 ` a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o
70 p q r s t u v w x y z { | } ~
80 Ä Å Ç É Ñ Ö Ü á à â ä ã å ç é è
90 ê ë í ì î ï ñ ó ò ô ö õ ú ù û ü
A0 † º ¢ £ § • ¶ ß ® © ™ ´ ¨ ≠ Æ Ø
B0 ∞ ± ≤ ≥ µ ∂ Σ ∏ π ∫ ª ° Ω æ Ø
¥
C0 ¿ ¡ ¬ √ f ≈ Δ « » … À Ã Õ Œ œ
D0 – — “ “ ‘ ‘ ÷ ◊ ÿ Ÿ / ¤ < > fi fl
E0 ‡ ` ‚ „ ‰ Â Ê Á Ë È Í Î Ï Ì Ó Ô
F0 Ò Ú Û Ù ⎢ ˆ ˜ ¯ ˘ ˙ º ¸ ¨ ˛ ˇ

(PC) PC-8 Code Page 437 Symbol Set

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F
00 ☺ ♥ ♦ ♣ ♠ ♂ ♀ ♫
10 !! ¶ § - ↨ ↑ ↓ → ← ↔
∟
20 ! “ # $ % & ‘ ( ) * + , - . /
30 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 : ; < = > ?
40 @ A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O
50 P Q R S T U V W X Y Z [ \ ] ^ _
60 ` a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o
70 p q r s t u v w x y z { | } ~ ⌂
80 Ç ü é â ä à å ç ê ë è ï î ì Ä Å
90 É æ Æ ô ö ò û ù ÿ Ö Ü ¢ £ ¥ Pt ƒ
A0 á í ó ú ñ Ñ ª ° ¿ ⌐ ¬ ½ ¼ ¡ « »
B0 ░ ▒ ▓ │ ┤ ╡ ╢ ╖ ╕ ╣ ║ ╗ ╝ ╜ ╛ ┐
C0 └ ┴ ┬ ├ ─ ┼ ╞ ╟ ╚ ╔ ╩ ╦ ╠ ═ ╬ ╧
D0 ╨ ╤ ╥ ╙ ╘ ╒ ╓ ╫ ╪ ┘ ┌ █ ▄ ▌ ▐ ▀
E0 a ß └ π ∑ σ µ Τ ф Θ Ω δ ∞ ф є ∩
n 2
F0 ≡ ± ≥ ≤ ⌠ ⌡ ÷ ≈ ○ ▪ ▪ √ ■

(PD) PC-8 D/N, Code Page 437N Symbol Set

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F
00 ☺ ♥ ♦ ♣ ♠ ♂ ♀ ♫
10 !! ¶ § ▬ ↨ ↑ ↓ → ← ↔
∟
20 ! “ # $ % & ‘ ( ) * + , - . /
30 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 : ; < = > ?
40 @ A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O
50 P Q R S T U V W X Y Z [ \ ] ^ _
60 ` a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o
70 p q r s t u v w x y z { | } ~ ⌂
80 Ç ü é â ä à å ç ê ë è ï î ì Ä Å
90 É æ Æ ô ö ò û ù ÿ Ö Ü ø £ Ø Ŀ ŀ
A0 á í ó ú ñ Ñ õ Õ ¿ ã Ã ℓ ʼn ¡ ³ ¤
B0 ░ ▒ ▓ │ ┤ ╡ ╢ ╖ ╕ ╣ ║ ╗ ╝ ╜ ╛ ┐
C0 └ ┴ ┬ ├ ─ ┼ ╞ ╟ ╚ ╔ ╩ ╦ ╠ ═ ╬ ╧
D0 ╨ ╤ ╥ ╙ ╘ ╒ ╓ ╫ ╪ ┘ ┌ █ ▄ ▌ ▐ ▀
E0 a ß └ π ∑ σ µ Τ ф Θ Ω δ ∞ ф є ∩
n 2
F0 ≡ ± ≥ ≤ ⌠ ⌡ ÷ ≈ ○ ▪ ▪ √ ■

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(PE) PC-852 Latin 2 Symbol Set

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F
00 ☺ ♥ ♦ ♣ ♠ ♂ ♀ ♫
10 !! ¶ § ▬ ↨ ↑ ↓ → ← ↔
∟
20 ! “ # $ % & ‘ ( ) * + , - . /
30 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 : ; < = > ?
40 @ A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O
50 P Q R S T U V W X Y Z [ \ ] ^ _
60 ` a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o
70 p q r s t u v w x y z { | } ~ ⌂
80 Ç ü é â ä ç ł ë î Ä
90 É ô ö Ö Ü Ł ×
A0 á í ó ú Ž ž « »
B0 ░ ▒ ▓ │ ┤ Á Â ╣ ║ ╗ ╝ ┓
C0 └ ┴ ┬ ├ ─ ┼ ╚ ╔ ╩ ╦ ╠ ═ ╬ ¤
D0 ð Ð Ë Í Î ┘ ┌ █ ▄ ▀
E0 Ó ß Ô Š š Ú ý Ý ´
F0 ╸ “ ͅ ̌ ˘ § ÷ ̧ ° ¨ ´

(PI) PI Font Symbol Set

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F
00
10
20 „ ‚ “ “ ‘ ‘ 〈 〉 ™ ℠ ® ©
30 ¯ Δ ∇ « § » ¶
˘ ̌ ̇ > <
40 :: Δ
f h ℒ ℓ
50 ℘ ∑ ∥ ‹ ›
℘
60 ┌ └ ╭ ╰ ┼ ├ ─ ┃┃ U I □ ◊
╓ ╙
70 ╯ ╯ ▒
┐ ┘ ┬ ┤ ┴ │ ⊔ ⊓ ■
╖ ╜

(PM) PC-850 Multilingual Symbol Set*

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F
00 ☺ ♂ ♀
10 !! ¶ § ▂
20 ! “ # $ % & ‘ ( ) * + ‚ ¨ · /
30 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 : ; < = > ?
40 @ A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O
50 P Q R S T U V W X Y Z [ \ ] ^ _
60 ` a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o
70 p q r s t u v w x y z { | } ~ ⌂
80 Ç ü é â ä à å ç ê ë è ï î ì Ä Å
90 É æ Æ ô ö ò û ù ÿ Ö Ü ø £ Ø × ƒ
A0 á í ó ú ñ Ñ ª ° ¿ ® ┑ ½ ¼ ¡ « »
B0 ░ ▒ ▓ │ ┤ Á Â À ¥
© ╣ ║ ╗ ╝ ¢ ┐
C0 └ ┴ ┬ ├ ─ ┼ ã Ã ╚ ╔ ╩ ╦ ╠ ═ ╬ ¤
D0 ð Ð Ê Ë È ı ĺ  Î ┘ ┐ █ ▄ ╎ Ì ▀
E0 Ó ß Ô Ò õ Õ μ þ Þ Ù Û Ú ý Ý ¯ ´
F0 - ± = ¾ ¶ § ÷ ¸ º “ . ¹ ³ ² ▪
*Default Symbol Set

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(PT) PC-8 TK, Code Page 437T Symbol Set

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F
00 ☺ ♥ ◘
10 !! ¶ § —
20 ! ″ # $ % & ‘ ( ) * + ‚ - · /
30 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 : ; < = > ?
40 @ A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O
50 P Q R S T U V W X Y Z [ \ ] ^ _
60 ` a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o
70 p q r s t u v w x y z { | } ~ ⌂
80 Ç ü é â ä à å ç ê ë è ï î ì Ä Å
90 É æ Æ ô ö ò û ù ÿ Ö Ü ¢ £ ¥ Pt ƒ
A0 á í ó ú ñ Ñ ª ° ⌐ ¬ ½ ¼ ¡ ¡ « »
B0 ░ ▒ ▓ │ ┤ ╡ ╢ ╖ ╕ ╣ ║ ╗ ╝ ╜ ╛ ┐
C0 └ ┴ ┬ ├ ─ ┼ ╞ ╟ ╚ ╔ ╩ ╦ ╠ ═ ╬ ╧
D0 ╨ ╤ ╥ ╙ ╘ ╒ ╓ ╫ ╪ ┘ ┌ █ ▄ ▌ ▐ ▀
E0 a ß └ π ∑ σ µ Τ ф Θ Ω δ ∞ ф є ∩
n 2
F0 ≡ ± ≥ ≤ ⌠ ⌡ ÷ ≈ ○ ▪ ▪ √ ■

(R8) Roman-8 Symbol Set

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F
00
10
20 ! “ # $ % & ‘ ( ) * + , - . /
30 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 : ; < = > ?
40 @ A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O
50 P Q R S T U V W X Y Z [ \ ] ^ -
60 ‘ a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o
70 p q r s t u v w x y z { | } ~ ▒
80
90
A0 À Â È Ê Ë Î Ï ΄ ` ˆ “ ˜ Ù Û £
B0 - Ý ý º Ç ç Ñ ñ ¡ ¿ ¤ £ ¥ § ƒ ¢
C0 â ê ô û á é ó ú à è ò ù ä ë ö ü
D0 Å î Ø Æ å Í ø æ Ä ì Ö Ü É Ï ß Ô
E0 Á Ã ã Ð ð Í Ì Ó Ò Õ õ Š š Ú Ÿ ÿ
F0 Þ þ · µ ¶ ¾ — ¼ ½ ª ° « » ±

(SP) ISO 17: Spanish Symbol Set

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F
00
10
20 ! “ £ $ % & ´ ( ) * + , - . /
30 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 : ; < = > ?
40 § A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O
50 P Q R S T U V W X Y Z ¡ Ñ ¿ ^ _
60 ` a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o
70 p q r s t u v w x y z º ñ ç ~ ▒

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(SW) ISO 11: Swedish Symbol Set

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F
00
10
20 ! “ # ¤ % & ‘ ( ) * + , - . /
30 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 : ; < = > ?
40 É A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O
50 P Q R S T U V W X Y Z Ä Ö Å Ü _
60 é a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o
70 p q r s t u v w x y z ä ö å ü ▒

(TS) PS Text Symbol Set

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F
00
10
20 ! “ # $ % & ‘ ( ) * + , - . /
30 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 : ; < = > ?
40 @ A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O
50 P Q R S T U V W X Y Z [ \ ] ^ _
60 ` a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o
70 p q r s t u v w x y z { | } ~
80
90
A0 ¡ ¢ £ / ¥ ƒ § ¤ ‘ “ « ‹ › fi fl
B0 - † ‡ · ¶ • , „ “ » … ‰ ¿
C0 ` ´ ˆ ˜ ¯ ˘ · ¨ ° ¸ “ ˛ ˇ
D0 —
E0 Æ ª Ł Ø Œ º
F0 æ ⎢ ł ø œ ß

(UK) ISO 4: United Kingdom Symbol Set

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F
00
10
20 ! “ £ $ % & ‘ ( ) * + , - . /
30 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 : ; < = > ?
40 @ A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O
50 P Q R S T U V W X Y Z [ \ ] ^ _
60 ` a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o
70 p q r s t u v w x y z { | } ⎯ ▒

(US) ISO 6: ASCII Symbol Set

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F
00
10
20 ! “ # $ % & ‘ ( ) * + , · . /
30 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 : ; < = > ?
40 @ A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O
50 P Q R S T U V W X Y Z [ \ ] ^ -
60 ‘ a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o
70 p q r s t u v w x y z { | } ~ ▒

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(VI) Ventura International Symbol Set

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F
00
10
20 ! “ # $ % & ‘ ( ) * + , - . /
30 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 : ; < = > ?
40 @ A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O
50 P Q R S T U V W X Y Z [ \ ] ^ _
60 ` a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o
70 p q r s t u v w x y z { | } ~
80
90 ↵ □
⊔ ■

A0 „ À Â È Ê Ë Î Ï © ® ™ ‹ › Ú Û
B0 ‰ “ “ º Ç ç Ñ ñ ¡ ¿ ¤ £ ¥ § ƒ ¢
C0 â ê ô û á é ó ú à è ò ù ä ë ö ü
D0 Å î Ø Æ å í ø æ Ä ì Ö Ü É ï ß Ô
E0 Á Ã ã Í Ì Ó Ò Õ õ Š š Ú Ÿ ÿ
F0 Œ œ ¶ † ‡ — – ª º « • » …

(VU) Ventura US Symbol Set

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F
00
10
20 ! “ # $ % & ‘ ( ) * + , - . /
30 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 : ; < = > ?
40 @ A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O
50 P Q R S T U V W X Y Z [ \ ] ^ _
60 ‘ a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o
70 p q r s t u v w x y z { | } ~
80
90 ↵ □
→ ⊔ ■

A0 „ © ® ™
B0 ‰ “ “ º § ¢
C0
D0
E0
F0 ¶ † ‡ — – • …

(W1) Windows 3.1 Latin 1 Symbol Set

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F
00
10
20 ! “ # $ % & ‘ ( ) * + , - . /
30 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 : ; < = > ?
40 @ A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O
50 P Q R S T U V W X Y Z [ \ ] ^ _
60 ` a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o
70 p q r s t u v w x y z { | } ~ ▒
80 € ‚ ƒ „ … † ‡ ˆ ‰ Š ‹ Œ
90 ‘ ‘ “ “ • – — ˜ ™ š › œ Ÿ
A0 ¡ ¢ £ ¤ ¥ ¦ § ¨ © ª « ¬ - ® ¯
B0 ° ± ² ³ ´ µ ¶ · ¸ ¹ º » ¼ ½ ¾ ¿
C0 À Á Â Ã Ä Å Æ Ç È É Ê Ë Ì Í Î Ï
D0 Ð Ñ Ò Ó Ô Õ Ö × Ø Ù Ú Û Ü Ý Þ ß
E0 à á â ã ä å æ ç è é ê ë ì í î ï
F0 ð ñ ò ó ô õ ö ÷ ø ù ú û ü ý þ ÿ

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(WE) Windows 3.1 Latin 2 Symbol Set

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F
00
10
20 ! “ # $ % & ‘ ( ) * + , - . /
30 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 : ; < = > ?
40 @ A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O
50 P Q R S T U V W X Y Z [ \ ] ^ _
60 ` a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o
70 p q r s t u v w x y z { | } ~ ▒
80 € ‚ „ … † ‡ ‰ Š ‹ Ž
90 ‘ ‘ “ “ • – — ™ š › ž
A0 ˇ ˘ Ł ¤ ¦ § ¨ © « ¬ - ®
B0 º ± ˛ ł ´ µ ¶ · ¸ » “
C0 Á Â Ä Ç É Ë Í Î
D0 Ð Ó Ô Ö × Ú Ü Ý ß
E0 á â ä ç é ë í î
F0 ó ô ö ÷ ú ü ý

(WO) Windows 3.0 Latin 1 Symbol Set

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F
00
10
20 ! “ # $ % & ‘ ( ) * + , - . /
30 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 : ; < = > ?
40 @ A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O
50 P Q R S T U V W X Y Z [ \ ] ^ _
60 ` a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o
70 p q r s t u v w x y z { | } ˜ ▒
80
90 ` ’
A0 ¡ ¢ £ ¤ ¥ ¦ § ¨ © ª « ¬ - ® ¯
B0 ° ± ² ³ ´ µ ¶ · ¸ ¹ º » ¼ ½ ¾ ¿
C0 À Á Â Ã Ä Å Æ Ç È É Ê Ë Ì Í Î Ï
D0 Ð Ñ Ò Ó Ô Õ Ö × Ø Ù Ú Û Ü Ý Þ ß
E0 à á â ã ä å æ ç è é ê ë ì í î ï
F0 ð ñ ò ó ô õ ö ÷ ø ù ú û ü ý þ ÿ

(WT) Windows 3.1 Latin 5 Symbol Set

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F
00
10
20 ! ˜ # $ % & ‘ ( ) * + ‚ - . /
30 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 : ; < = > ?
40 @ A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O
50 P Q R S T U V W X Y Z [ \ ] ^ _
60 ` a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o
70 p q r s t u v w x y z { | } ~ ▒
80 € , ƒ „ … † ‡ ˆ ‰ Š ‹ Œ
90 ‘ ‘ “ “ • – — ˜ ™ š › œ Ÿ
A0 ¡ ¢ £ ¤ ¥ ¦ § ¨ © ª « ¬ - ® ¯
B0 ° ± ² ³ ´ µ ¶ · ¸ ¹ º » ¼ ½ ¾ ¿
C0 À Á Â Ã Ä Å Æ Ç È É Ê Ë Ì Í Î Ï
D0 Ñ Ò Ó Ô Õ Ö × Ø Ù Ú Û Ü ß
E0 à á â ã ä å æ ç è é ê ë ì í î ï
F0 ñ ò ó ô õ ö ÷ ø ù ú û ü l ÿ

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Bar Code Summary Data

Bar code fonts have alpha names (left column, below). Uppercase alpha names will print bar codes with human-readable interpretations, if
supported. Lowercase alpha names will print bar codes only. Place the ID in field b of the Format Record header to cause the printer to encode the
data field using the associated bar code symbology, see Appendix G for details. See Table F-2 for default values. The column labeled “Linear
Scanner Supported” provides an indication that printers equipped with a Linear Scanner are capable of recognizing the associated symbology.

Bar Linear
Code Symbology Length Checksum Valid ASCII Characters, decimal value representation Scanner
ID Supported
A / a Code 39 Varies No 32, 36, 37, 42, 43, 45-57, 65-90
B / b UPC-A 11 Yes 48-57 Numeric only. Option V used in the 6th & 7th position
C / c UPC-E 6 Yes 48-57 Numeric only
D / d Interleaved 2 of 5 (I2 of 5) Varies No 48-57 Numeric only
E / e Code 128 Varies M-103 32-127
F / f EAN-13 12 Yes 48-57 Numeric only. Option V used in 7th & 8th position
G / g EAN-8 7 Yes 48-57 Numeric only
H / h HBIC Varies M-43 32, 36-39, 42, 43, 45-57, 65-90
I / i Codabar Varies No 36, 43, 45-58, 65-68
J / j Interleaved 2 of 5 w/ a modulo 10 checksum Varies M-10 48-57 Numeric only
K / k Plessey Up to 14 M-10 48-57 Numeric only. Option + is last character for 2nd M-11 chksum
L / l Interleaved 2 of 5 w/ modulo 10 checksum & bearer bars 13 M-10 48-57 Numeric only
M / m 2 digit UPC addendum 2 Yes 48-57 Numeric only [1]
N / n 5 digit UPC addendum 5 Yes 48-57 Numeric only [1]
O / o Code 93 Varies No 35-38, 42-58, 65-90, 97-122
p Postnet Varies Yes 48-57 Numeric only
Q / q UCC/EAN 128 19 Yes 48-57 Numeric only
R / r UCC/EAN 128 K-Mart non-EDI 18 Yes 48-57 Numeric only
S / s UCC/EAN 128 Random Weight 34 + Yes 48-57 Numeric only
T / t Telepen Varies Yes Alphanumeric
U UPS MaxiCode 84 Yes Alphanumeric
Table F-1: Bar Code Characteristics

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Bar Linear
Code Symbology Length Checksum Valid ASCII Characters, decimal value representation Scanner
ID Supported
u UPS MaxiCode w/ Byte Count Specified Yes Alphanumeric
v FIM 1 No A, B, C, D
z PDF417 Varies Yes All
Z PDF417 w/ Byte Count Specified Yes All
W1c DataMatrix Varies Yes All 8-bit values
W1C DataMatrix w/ Byte Count Specified Yes All 8-bit values
W1d QR Code – Auto format Varies Yes Alphanumeric
W1D QR Code – Manual format Varies Yes Single-byte or Kanji double-byte
W1f Aztec Varies Yes All 8-bit values
W1F Aztec w/ Byte Count Specified Yes All 8-bit values
W1G / g USD-8 (Code 11) Varies Yes 45, 48-57
W1I EAN 128 w/auto subset switching [2] Varies Yes 32-127
W1J Code 128 w/auto subset switching [2] Varies Yes 32-127
W1k RSS (six types) [2] Varies Yes Numeric / Alphanumeric (type dependant)
W1R UCC/EAN Code 128 K-MART NON EDI 18 Yes 48-57 Numeric only
W1t TCIF Linked Bar Code 3 of 9 (TLC39) Varies Yes Alphanumeric
W1z MicroPDF417 Varies Yes All 8-bit values
W1Z MicroPDF417 w/ Byte Count Specified Yes All 8-bit values
[1]
Readable with the Linear Scanner Option only when using ‘Barcode Count’ (see the I-Class Operator’s Manual for details).
[2]
Bar codes available only with display-equipped printer models.
Table F-1: Bar Code Characteristics (continued)

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Bar Code Default Widths and Heights

203 DPI Resolutions 300 DPI Resolutions 400 DPI Resolutions 600 DPI Resolutions
Font Height Ratio/ Height Ratio/ Height Ratio/ Height Ratio/
(inches) Module Size (inches) Module Size (inches) Module Size (inches) Module Size
A .40 6:2 .40 9:4 .40 12:4 .40 18:6
B .80 3 .80 4 .80 6 .80 9
C .80 3 .80 4 .80 6 .80 9
D .40 5:2 .40 9:4 .40 10:4 .40 15:6
E .40 2 .40 4 .40 4 .40 6
F .80 3 .80 4 .80 6 .80 9
G .80 3 .80 4 .80 6 .80 9
H .40 6:2 .40 9:4 .40 12:4 .40 18:6
I .40 6:3 .40 9:4 .40 12:6 .40 18:6
J .40 5:2 .40 9:4 .40 10:4 .40 15:6
K .40 5:2 .40 9:4 .40 10:4 .40 15:6
L 1.30 5:2 1.30 9:4 1.30 10:4 1.30 15:6
M .90 3 .90 4 .90 6 .90 9
N .80 3 .80 4 .80 6 .80 9
O .40 6:3 .40 8:4 .40 12:6 .40 18:9
p .08 N/A .08 N/A .08 N/A .08 N/A
Q 1.40 2 1.40 4 1.40 4 1.40 6
R 1.40 2 1.40 4 1.40 4 1.40 6
S 1.40 2 1.40 3 1.40 4 1.40 6
T .80 1 .80 1 .80 2 .80 3
Table F-2: Bar Code Default Data

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203 DPI Resolutions 300 DPI Resolutions 400 DPI Resolutions 600 DPI Resolutions
Font Height Ratio/ Height Ratio/ Height Ratio/ Height Ratio/
(inches) Module Size (inches) Module Size (inches) Module Size (inches) Module Size
U/u 1.00 N/A 1.00 N/A 1.00 N/A 1.00 N/A
v .5 1 .5 1 .5 2 .5 3
z N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
Z/z N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
W1C/W1c N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
W1D/W1d N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
W1F/W1f N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
W1I .40 2 .40 4 .40 4 .40 6
W1J .40 2 .40 4 .40 4 .40 6
W1k N/A 2 N/A 3 N/A 4 N/A 6
W1G/W1g .5 5:2 .5 7:3 .5 9:4 .5 14:6
W1R 1.40 2 1.40 4 1.40 4 1.40 6
W1T .40 6:2 .40 9:4 .40 12:4 .40 18:6
W1Z/W1z N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A
Table F-2: Bar Code Default Data (continued)

Note: Some bar codes will be sensitive to Label Command ‘D’ (set dot width and height size), see Label Formatting Commands for details.

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Bar Code Details

Unless noted, all bar codes shown here were produced using the ratio/module values of 00 and height
fields of 000 to cause the printer to produce symbols using default bar widths and height fields. See
Appendix F for the default values.

A: Code 3 of 9
Valid Characters: 0-9, A-Z, - . * $ / + % and the space character.
Variable Length.
Valid bar widths: The expected ratio of wide to narrow bars can range from 2:1 to 3:1.
The following example prints a code 3 of 9 bar code with a wide to narrow bar ratio of 3:1:

<STX>L
D11<CR>
1A00000001501000123456789<CR>
121100000000100Barcode A<CR>
E

B: UPC-A
Valid Characters: 0-9
Length: 12 digits. If the user provides 11 digits, the printer will compute the checksum. If the user
provides the checksum, the printer will check that it matches the expected checksum. If it does not
match, the printer will print out all zeros and the expected checksum. See Appendix P.
Valid bar widths: The fourth character of record is the width of the narrow bar in dots. All other bars
are a ratio of the narrow bar (2 times, 3 times, and 4 times the narrow bar width).
The following example prints a UPC-A bar code:

<STX>L
D11<CR>
1B000000015010001234567890<CR>
121100000000100Barcode B<CR>
E

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C: UPC-E
Valid Characters: 0-9
Length: Seven digits. If the user provides six digits, the printer will compute the checksum. If the user
provides the checksum, the printer will check that it matches the expected checksum. If it does not
match, the printer will print out all zeros and the expected checksum.
Valid bar widths: The fourth character of record is the width of the narrow bar in dots. All other bars
are a ratio of the narrow bar (2 times, 3 times, and 4 times the narrow bar width).
The following example prints a UPC-E bar code:

<STX>L
D11<CR>
1C0000000150100012345<CR>
121100000000100Barcode C<CR>
E

D: Interleaved 2 of 5 (I 2 of 5)
Valid Characters: 0-9
Variable Length.
Valid bar widths: The expected ratio of wide to narrow bars can range from 2:1 to 3:1.
The following example prints an Interleaved 2 of 5 bar code with a wide to narrow bar ratio of 3:1:
<STX>L
D11<CR>
1D000000015010001234567890<CR>
121100000000100Barcode D<CR>
E

E: Code 128
Valid Characters: The entire 128 ASCII character set.
Variable Length
Valid bar widths: The fourth character of record is the width of the narrow bar in dots. All other bars
are a ratio of the narrow bar (2 times the narrow bar width, 3 times the narrow bar width, and 4 times
the narrow bar width).
This printer supports the Code 128 subsets A, B, and C. The printer can be selected to start on any
code subset and switch to another within the data stream. The default code subset is B, otherwise the
first character (A, B, C) of the data field determines the subset. Subset switching is only performed in
response to code switch command. These commands are placed in the data to be encoded at
appropriate locations, see Table G-1.

Note: It is recommended to use a B as the first character to prevent an A or C from changing the subset.

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Subset A: Includes all of the standard uppercase alphanumeric keyboard characters plus the control
and special characters. To select Code 128 Subset A, place an ASCII A (DEC 65, HEX 41) before the
data to be encoded.
Subset B: Includes all of the standard uppercase alphanumeric keyboard characters plus the
lowercase alphabetic and special characters. To select Code 128 Subset B, place an ASCII B (DEC
66, HEX 42) before the data to be encoded. If no start character is sent for the Code 128 font, Code
128 Subset B will be selected by default.
Subset C: Includes the set of 100 digit pairs from 00 through 99 inclusive, as well as special
characters. Code 128 Subset C is used for double density encoding of numeric data. To select Code
128 Subset C, place an ASCII C (DEC 67, HEX 43) before the data to be encoded. Subset C can only
encode an even number of numeric characters. When the data to be encoded includes an odd number
of numeric characters, the last character causes the printer to automatically generate a ‘switch to
subset B’ and encode the last character appropriately in subset B.
Special Character Handling: Characters with an ASCII value greater than 95 are considered special
characters. To access these values, a two-character reference table is built into the printer (see below).
For example, to encode FNC2 into a Code 128 Subset A bar code, send the ASCII “&” (DEC 38,
HEX 26) followed by the ASCII “B” (DEC 66, HEX 41).
Sample: ATEST&B123 Encoded: TEST<FNC2>123

ASCII 2 CHAR CODE A CODE B CODE C

96 &A FNC3 FNC3 -NA-
97 &B FNC2 FNC2 -NA-
98 &C SHIFT SHIFT -NA-
99 &D CODEC CODEC -NA-
100 &E CODEB FNC4 CODEB
101 &F FNC4 CODEA CODEA
102 &G FNC1 FNC1 FNC1
Table G-1: Special Character Handling
Control Codes: Control characters can be encoded into Code 128 Subset A by sending these control
codes (e.g., ABC{DE will be encoded as ABC<ESC>DE):
Character to be Placed in the Bar Code Data Stream Encoded Control Code
` NUL
a through z 1 - 26
{ ESC
| FS
} GS
~ RS
ASCII 127 US

The following example prints a Code 128 bar code:

<STX>L
D11<CR>
1E000000015010001234567890<CR>
121100000000100Barcode E<CR>
E

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F: EAN-13
Valid Characters: 0-9
Length: 13 digits. If the user provides 12 digits, the printer will compute the checksum. If the user
provides the checksum, the printer will check that it matches the expected checksum. If it does not
match, the printer will print all zeros and the expected checksum. See Appendix P.
Valid bar widths: The fourth character of record is the width of the narrow bar in dots. All other bars
are a ratio of the narrow bar (2 times, 3 times, and 4 times the narrow bar width).
The following example prints an EAN-13 bar code:

<STX>L
D11<CR>
1F0000000150100012345678901<CR>
121100000000100Barcode F<CR>
E

G: EAN-8
Valid Characters: 0-9
Length: 8 digits. If the user provides 7 digits, the printer will compute the checksum. If the user
provides the checksum, the printer will check that it matches the expected checksum. If it does not
match, the printer will print all zeros and the expected checksum.
Valid bar widths: The fourth character of record is the width of the narrow bar in dots. All other bars
are a ratio of the narrow bar (2 times, 3 times, and 4 times the narrow bar width).
The following example prints an EAN-8 bar code:

<STX>L
D11<CR>
1G00000001501000123456<CR>
121100000000100Barcode G<CR>
E

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H: Health Industry Bar Code (HBIC)

Valid Characters: 0-9, A-Z, -$ /. %
Variable Length.
Valid bar widths: The expected ratio of wide to narrow bars can range from 2:1 to 3:1.
The host must supply leading “+”’s
The following example prints a HBIC bar code with a wide to narrow bar ratio of 3:1:
<STX>L
D11<CR>
1H0000000150050+0123456789<CR>
121100000000100Barcode H<CR>
E

I: Codabar
Valid Characters: 0-9, A-D, -, ., $, :, /, + (comma is not valid).
Variable Length but requires at least three characters.
Valid bar widths: The expected ratio of wide to narrow bars can range from 2:1 to 3:1.
Valid Codabar symbols require start and stop characters (A–D). These characters should be placed in
the data field along with other data to be included in the symbol.
The following example prints a Codabar bar code with a wide to narrow bar ratio of 3:1:

<STX>L
D11<CR>
1I63040001501000A1234567890D<CR>
121100000000100Barcode I<CR> Barcode I
E

J: Interleaved 2 of 5 with a modulo 10 checksum.

Valid Characters: 0-9
Variable Length.
Valid bar widths: The expected ratio of wide to narrow bars can range from 2:1 to 3:1.
The following example prints an Interleaved 2 of 5 bar code with a modulo 10 checksum added and
with a wide to narrow bar ratio of 3:1:

<STX>L
D11<CR>
1J000000015010001234567890<CR>
121100000000100Barcode J<CR>
E

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K: Plessey
Valid Characters: 0-9
Length: 1 to 14 digits
Valid bar widths: The expected ratio of wide to narrow bars can range from 2:1 to 3:1.
If a + character is the last data character, an additional MSI checksum will be added to the bar code in
place of the + character.
The following example prints a Plessey bar code with a wide to narrow bar ratio of 3:1:

<STX>L
D11<CR>
1K000000015010001234567890<CR>
121100000000100Barcode K<CR>
E

L: Interleaved 2 of 5 with a modulo 10 checksum and shipping bearer bars.

Valid Characters: 0-9
Variable Length: For the bearer bars to be printed, 13 characters are required.
Valid bar widths: The expected ratio of wide to narrow bars can range from 2:1 to 3:1.
The following example prints an Interleaved 2 of 5 bar code with a modulo 10 checksum with a wide
to narrow bar ratio of 3:1 and bearer bars:
<STX>L
D11<CR>
1L00000001501000123456789012<CR>
121100000000100Barcode L<CR>
E

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M: 2-digit UPC addendum

Valid Characters: 0-9
Length: 2 digits.
Valid bar widths: The fourth character of record is the width of the narrow bar in dots. All other bars
are a ratio of the narrow bar (2 times, 3 times, and 4 times the narrow bar width). Human readable
characters for this bar code symbology are printed above the symbol.
The following example prints a 2 digit UPC bar code addendum:

<STX>L
D11<CR>
1M000000015010042<CR>
121100000000100Barcode M<CR>
E

N: 5-digit UPC addendum

Valid Characters: 0-9
Length: 5 digits.
Valid bar widths: The width multiplier is the width of the narrow bar in dots. All other bars are a ratio
of the narrow bar (2 times, 3 times, and 4 times the narrow bar width). Human readable characters for
this bar code symbology are printed above the symbol.
The following example prints a 5 digit UPC bar code addendum:

<STX>L
D11<CR>
1N000000015010001234<CR>
121100000000100Barcode N<CR>
E

O: Code 93
Valid Characters: 0-9, A-Z, -.$/+% and the space character.
Variable Length.
Valid bar widths: The width multiplier is the width of the narrow bar in dots. All other bars are a ratio
of the narrow bar (2 times, 3 times, and 4 times the narrow bar width).
The following example prints a Code 93 bar code:
<STX>L
D11<CR>
1O0000000150100Datamax42<CR>
121100000000100Barcode O<CR>
E

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p: Postnet
Valid Characters: 0-9
Length: 5, 9 or 11 digits
Valid bar widths: The width and height multiplier values of 00 will produce a valid Postnet symbol.
Usage: The bar code height field is ignored since the symbol height is United States Postal Service
specific. This bar code is to display the zip code on a letter or package for the US Postal Service.
The following example prints a Postnet bar code:
<STX>L
D11<CR>
1p000000015010032569<CR>
121100000000100Barcode p<CR>
E

Q: UCC/EAN Code 128

Valid Characters: 0-9
Length: 19 digits.
Valid bar widths: The fourth character of record is the width of the narrow bar in dots. All other bars
are a ratio of the narrow bar (2 times, 3 times, and 4 times the narrow bar width). Human readable
characters for this bar code symbology are printed above the symbol.
The printer spreads a weighted module 103 check sum.
The following example prints a UCC/EAN Code 128 bar code:
<STX>L
D11<CR>
1Q00000001501000123456789012345678<CR>
121100000000100Barcode Q<CR>
E

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R: UCC/EAN Code128 K-MART NON EDI

Valid Characters: 0-9
Length: 18 digits
Valid bar widths: The fourth character of record is the width of the narrow bar in dots. All other bars
are a ratio of the narrow bar (2 times, 3 times, and 4 times the narrow bar width). Human readable
characters for this bar code symbology are printed above the symbol. (See W1R for an alternate.)
This bar code is set up according to K-MART specifications.
The following example prints a KMART bar code.
<STX>L
D11<CR>
1R0000000150100012345678901234567<CR>
121100000000100Barcode R<CR>
E

S: UCC/EAN Code 128 Random Weight

Valid Characters: 0-9
Length: At least 34 digits.
Valid bar widths: The fourth character of record is the width of the narrow bar in dots. All other bars
are a ratio of the narrow bar (2 times, 3 times, and 4 times the narrow bar width).
This bar code is commonly used by the food and grocery industry.
The following example prints a UCC/EAN Code 128 Random Weight bar code:

<STX>L
D11<CR>
1S000000015005001100736750292601193042032020018002110123456<CR>
121100000000100Barcode S<CR>
E

Barcode S

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T: Telepen
Valid Characters: All 128 ASCII characters.
Variable Length
Valid bar widths: The fourth character of the record is the width of the narrow bar in dots. All other
bars are a ratio of the narrow bar (2 times, 3 times, and 4 times the narrow bar width).
The following example prints a Telepen bar code:

<STX>L
D11<CR>
1T0000000150100ABCDEF<CR>
121100000000100Barcode T<CR>
E
Barcode T

u: UPS MaxiCode Modes 2&3

The printer supports MaxiCode as defined in the AIM Technical Specification. The following
examples illustrate various label format record message syntaxes for encoding data as MaxiCode. In
the following examples, special formatting is used to denote special ASCII characters as shown:

Symbol Hexadecimal Value

R
S 1E
G
S 1D
E
OT 04 Printer message syntax allows for EOT to be substituted with
<CR> or the use of both EOT and <CR>.

UPS Modes 2 & 3 Explicit

The data stream can force Mode 2 or 3 encoding by placing #2 or #3, respectively, before the data,
as shown in the example below. If this is not specified, the printer chooses the best mode.
1u0000001200120#3[)>RS01GS96123456GS068GS001GS1Z12345675GSUPSNGS12345EGS0
89GSGS1/1GS10.1GSYGSGSGSUTRSEOT
This example will print encoding the MaxiCode symbol in Mode 3.

<STX>L
D11<CR>
1u0000001200120#3[)>RS01GS96123456GS068GS001GS1Z12345675GSUPSNGS12345EGS0
89GSGS1/1GS10.1GSYGSGSGSUTRSEOT
121100000000100Barcode u<CR>
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Where:
#3 Forces Mode 3 encoding
[)>RS01GS96 Message Header
123456 Maximum 9 alphanumeric ASCII, postal code Primary Message
068 Country Code
001 Class
G
S1Z1... Secondary Message
...TRSEOT

UPS 3.0 Examples

In the UPS 3.0 protocol examples that follow, Primary Message control characters GS will not be
encoded in the MaxiCode symbol. All characters, the Secondary Message, with the exception of the
leading GS, in are encoded.

An example of the UPS 3.0 zip + 4 with Message data format and message header:

1u0000001200120[)>RS01GS96841706672GS840GS001GS1Z12345675GSUPSNGS12345EGS0
89GSGS1/1GS10.1GSYGSGSGSUTRSEOT

Where:
[)>RS01GS96 Message Header
841706672 Maximum 9 alphanumeric ASCII, postal code Primary Message
840 Country Code
001 Class
G
S1Z1... Secondary Message
...TRSEOT

An example of the UPS 3.0 international postal “V6C3E2” with Message data format and message
header:
1u0000001200120[)>RS01GS96V6C3E2GS068GS001GS1Z12345675GSUPSNGS12345EGS089G
G G G G G G R E
S S1/1 S10.1 SY S S SUT S OT

Where:
[)>RS01GS96 Message Header
V6C3E2 Maximum 6 alphanumeric ASCII, international zip code Primary Message
068 Country Code
001 Class
G
S1Z1... Secondary
Message
...TRSEOT

An example of the UPS 3.0 international zip “V6C3E2” without Message data format and message
header:
1u0000001200120V6C3E2GS068GS001GS1Z12345675GSUPSNGS12345EGS089GSGS1/1GS10.1
G G G G R E
SY S S SUT S OT

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Where:
V6C3E2 Maximum 6 alphanumeric ASCII, international zip code Primary Message
068 Country Code
001 Class
G
S1Z1... Secondary Message
...TRSEOT

An example of the UPS 3.0 zip + 4 “32707-3270” without Message data format and message header:
1u0000001200120327073270GS068GS001GS1Z12345675GSUPSNGS12345EGS089GSGS1/1GS1
0.1GSYGSGSGSUTRSEOT
Where:
32707 5 digit ASCII, Zip code Primary Message
3270 4 digit ASCII, +4 Zip code (not required)
068 Country Code
001 Class
G
S1Z1... Secondary Message
...TRSEOT

U: UPS MaxiCode Modes 2 & 3 with Byte Count Specifier

Specified Length – The upper case U identifies a UPS MaxiCode bar code with a 4-digit string length
specifier. This allows values 0x00 through 0xFF to be included within the data strings without
conflicting with the DPL format record terminators. The four-digit decimal data byte count
immediately follows the 4-digit column position field. This value includes all of the data following
the byte count field, but does not include itself.

<STX>L
D11<CR>
1U00000010001000051327895555840666this package<0x0D>is going to
Datamax<CR>
121100000000100Barcode U<CR>
E

From the example above, the bar code’s data stream,

1U00000010001000051327895555840666this
package<0x0D>is going to Datamax, now includes a Byte Count
Specifier (the portion in bold), where 0051 equals the four-digit decimal data
byte count and includes all bytes that follow until the end of the bar code
data. Field termination is set by the byte count. <STX>, <CR>, and <0x0D>
all represent single byte values of hexadecimal 02, 0D, and 0D, respectively.
The UPS MaxiCode bar code produced encodes “327895555840666this Barcode U
package<CR>is going to Datamax”, and prints a line of text: Barcode U.

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v: FIM
Valid Characters: A, B, C, or D
Length: 1 character
Valid bar widths: The width and height multiplier works the same as for fonts on this bar code.
This bar code is used to display the Facing Identification Mark (FIM) that is carried on certain types
of letter mail for the U S Postal Service:
FIM A: Courtesy reply mail with Postnet.
FIM B: Business reply, penalty or franked mail without Postnet.
FIM C: Business reply, penalty or franked mail with Postnet.
FIM D: OCR readable mail without Postnet (typically for envelopes with a courtesy reply window).

The following example prints an FIM A bar code:

<STX>L
D11<CR>
1v0000000150100A<CR>
121100000000100Barcode v<CR>
E

z: PDF-417
Valid Characters: All ASCII characters.
Variable Length – This two dimensional bar code holds large amounts of data in a small area, while
providing a high level of redundancy and error checking, if specified.
<STX>L
D11<CR>
1z0000000150100F1000000PDF417<CR>
121100000000100Barcode z<CR>
Barcode z
E

The example above prints a normal, security level one, PDF-417 bar code with a 1:2 aspect ratio and
best-fit rows and columns. The (bolded) bar code’s data stream
1z0000000150100F1000000PDF417<CR> decodes as follows:

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Example Data Explanation

F 1-character specifying a normal or truncated bar code (T to truncate, F for normal).
1 1-digit security level ranging from 0 to 8.
00 2-digit aspect ratio specified as a fraction, with the first digit being the numerator
and the second digit the denominator. Use “00” for the default ratio of 1:2. Valid
range is from “00” to “99.”
00 2-digit number specifying the number of rows requested. Use “00” to let the printer
find the best fit. Valid range is from “03” to “90”. Row values less than 3 are set to
3, while row values greater than 90 are set to 90.
00 2-digit number specifying the number of columns requested. Use “00” to let the
printer find the best fit. Valid range is from “01” to “30”. Column values greater
than 30 are set to 30.
PDF417 The data stream to be encoded.
<CR> Terminates the data stream.

Note: Format Record header fields c and d should both be zero.

Z: PDF-417 with Byte Count Specifier

Specified Length – The upper case Z identifies a PDF-417 bar code with a string 4-digit length
specifier. This allows values 0x00 through 0xFF to be used within the data strings without conflicting
with the DPL format record terminators. The four-digit decimal data byte count immediately follows
the 4-digit column position field. This value includes all of the data following the byte count field, but
does not include itself.
<STX>L
D11<CR>
1Z00000001501000015F1000000pdf<0x0D>417<CR>
121100000000100Barcode Z<CR> Barcode Z
E
From the example above, the bar code’s data stream,
1Z00000001501000015F1000000pdf<CR>417, now includes a Byte Count Specifier (the
portion in bold), where 0015 equals the four-digit decimal data byte count and includes all bytes that
follow until the end of the bar code data. Field termination is set by the byte count. <STX>, <CR>,
and <0x0D> all represent single byte values of hexadecimal 02, 0D, and 0D, respectively. The PDF-
417 bar code produced encodes “pdf<CR>417”, and prints a line of text: Barcode Z.

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W1c: DataMatrix

Valid Characters: Any 8-bit byte data

Variable Length

DataMatrix is a two-dimensional matrix symbology, which is comprised of square modules arranged

within a perimeter finder pattern. There are two basic types: ECC 000-140 and ECC 200.

ECC 000 - 140 symbols:

These square symbols can be any odd size from 9x9 to 49x49, which may be specified in fields jjj,
and kkk. If an ECC 000-140 symbol is specified with even numbers of rows or columns, the next
largest odd value will be used. Input values greater than 49 or less than 9 will cause the symbol to be
automatically sized for the input character stream. The record format is shown here, expanded with
spaces.

a W b[b] c d eee ffff gggg hhh i jjj kkk ll…l

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Where:
Field Valid Inputs Meaning
a 1,2,3, and 4 Rotation
W W Fixed value, extended bar code set
b[b] c, 1c Selects DataMatrix the Bar code - the two differing values have
no other significance.
c 1 to 9 and A to O Module size horizontal multiplier
d 1 to 9 and A to O Module size vertical multiplier
eee 000 to 999 No Effect; Must be numeric
ffff 0000 to 9999 Label position, row
gggg 0000 to 9999 Label position, column
hhh 000, 050, 080, 100, A 3-digit convolutional error correction level.
140
If any number other than one of these options is entered then the
nearest lesser value from the valid entries is used.
Example: Selecting an ECC value of 099 will cause the actual
ECC value of 080 to be used.
i 0-6 1 digit format identification:
0 - Automatically choose the encodation scheme based on the
characters to be encoded.
1 - Numeric data.
2 - Upper-case alphabetic.
3 - Upper-case alphanumeric and punctuation characters
(period, comma, hyphen, and slash).
4 - Upper-case alphanumeric.
5 - ASCII, the full 128 ASCII character set.
6 - Any 8-bit byte.
If a format identifier is selected which will not encode the input
character stream then the bar code symbol will not be printed.
It is recommended to use the auto-encodation format
identification since it will select the best possible encodation
scheme for the input stream.
jjj 9,11,13…49. ECC A 3 digit odd number (or 000) of rows requested. 000 causes
140 minimum is 15. rows to be automatically determined. If the rows and columns do
not match, the symbol will be sized to a square using the greater
of the two values.
kkk 9,11,13…49. ECC A 3 digit odd number (or 000) of columns requested. 000 causes
140 minimum is 15. columns to be automatically determined. If the rows and columns
do not match, the symbol will be sized to a square using the
greater of the two values.
ll…l 8-bit data, followed Data to be encoded.
by a termination
character.
Table G-2: DataMatrix ECC 000 – 140 Record Structure

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ECC 200 symbols:

There are 24 square symbol sizes available, with both row and column dimensions, which may be
specified in fields jjj, and kkk, measured in modules as indicated in the following list - 10, 12, 14, 16,
18, 20, 22, 24, 26, 32, 36, 40, 44, 48, 52, 64, 72, 80, 88, 96, 104, 120, 132, and 144. If an ECC 200
symbol is specified with odd numbers of rows or columns, the next largest even value will be used.
Input values greater than 144 or less than 10 will cause the symbol to be automatically sized for the
input character stream. The record format is shown here, expanded with spaces.
a W b[b] c d eee ffff gggg hhh i jjj kkk ll…l
Where:
Field Valid Inputs Meaning
a 1,2,3, and 4 Rotation
W W Fixed value, extended bar code set
b[b] c, 1c Selects DataMatrix the Bar code - the two differing values have no
other significance.
c 1 to 9 and A to O module size horizontal multiplier
d 1 to 9 and A to O module size vertical multiplier
eee 000 to 999 No Effect; Must be numeric
ffff 0000 to 9999 label position, row
gggg 0000 to 9999 label position, column
hhh 200 ECC 200 uses Reed-Solomon error correction.
i 0 Fixed value, not used
jjj 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, A 3 digit even number (or 000) of rows requested.
20, 22, 24, 26, 32,
000 causes rows to be automatically determined. The symbol will
36, 40, 44, 48, 52,
be sized to a square if the rows and columns do not match by
64, 72, 80, 88, 96,
taking the larger of the two values.
104, 120, 132, 144
kkk 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, A 3 digit even number (or 000) of columns requested.
20, 22, 24, 26, 32,
000 causes columns to be automatically determined. The symbol
36, 40, 44, 48, 52,
will be sized to a square if the rows and columns do not match by
64, 72, 80, 88, 96,
taking the larger of the two values.
104, 120, 132, 144
ll…l 8-bit data Data to be encoded in the symbol

Table G-3: DataMatrix ECC 200 Record Structure

Example:

<STX>L
D11<CR>
1W1c44000010001002000000000DATAMAX<CR>
121100000000100Barcode W1c<CR> Barcode W1c
E

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W1C: DataMatrix with Byte Count Specifier

Specified Length – The upper case C identifies a DataMatrix bar code with a string 4-digit length
specifier. This allows values 0x00 through 0xFF to be included within the data strings without
conflicting with the DPL format record terminators. The four-digit decimal data byte count
immediately follows the four-digit column position field. This value includes all of the data following
the byte count field, but does not include itself.

<STX>L
D11<CR>
1W1C440000100010000292000000000Datamax<0x0D>prints best<CR>
121100000000100Barcode W1C<CR>
E

From the example above, the bar code’s data stream,

1W1C440000100010000292000000000
Datamax<0x0D>prints best, includes a Byte Count Specifier (the
portion in bold), where 0029 equals the four-digit decimal data byte count
and includes all bytes that follow until the end of the bar code data. Field
termination is set by the byte count. <STX>, <CR>, and <0x0D> all Barcode W1C
represent single byte values of hexadecimal 02, 0D, and 0D, respectively.
The DataMatrix bar code produced encodes “Datamax<CR>prints best,”
and prints a line of text: Barcode W1C.

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W1d / W1D: QR Code

Valid Characters: Numeric Data, Alphanumeric Data, 8-bit byte data, and Kanji characters
Variable Length: The two-dimensional bar code (as documented in AIM, Version 7.0).
Syntax: a W1 b c d eee ffff gggg hh…h
Where:
Field Valid Inputs Meaning
a 1,2,3 and 4 Rotation
W1 W1 Fixed value, extended bar code set
b D and d Selects the QR bar code formatting mode, where:
D = Manual formatting. Allows the data string (hh…h) to be
entered with a comma (,) as a field separator; fields are optional
per QR Code specifications, and the first field indicates Model 1
or Model 2 QR Code (Model 2 is the default).
d = Automatic formatting. Allows the data string (hh…h) to be
data only.
c 1 to 9 and A to O Module size horizontal multiplier Each cell in the bar code is
square, therefore ‘c’ and ‘d’ must be equal. Depending on the
conversion mode (<STX>n or <STX>m), each unit indicates a
cell dimension of .01 inch or .1 mm.
d 1 to 9 and A to O Module size vertical multiplier. (See explanation for ‘c’, above.)
eee 000 to 999 No effect; must be numeric
ffff 0000 to 9999 Label position, row
gggg 0000 to 9999 Label position, column (see Appendix J)
hh…h Valid ASCII character QR Code data string (see Generation Structure, below).
string, followed by (a)
termination
character(s).

Generation Structure
The data input structure (hh…h) is as follows:

Auto Format (W1d)

With bar code identifier ‘d’, the data begins after the last character of the column position field,
and does not include any command characters. The data string is terminated with a termination
character, usually a 0x0d hex that occurs twice in succession. The bar code symbol will have the
following characteristics:

1. Model 2
2. Error Correction Code Level = ‘M’ (Standard Reliability Level)
3. Mask Selection = Automatic
4. Data Input Mode = Automatic [1]

Example:

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<STX>L
(Two termination
D11<CR>
[3] characters
1W1d4400000100010This is the data portion<CR><CR>
required.)
121100000000100Barcode W1D<CR>
E

Manual Formatting (W1D)

With bar code identifier ‘D’, minor changes allow flexibility for data entry. (Spaces have been
added for readability.)
[2]
[q,] [e [m] i,] cdata cdata cdata…cdata term

Where:
Field Valid Inputs Meaning
q 1, 2 QR Code Model number, optional. Model 2 is the default.
e H, Q, M, L Error Correction Level (Reed-Solomon) – Four levels
allowing recovery of the symbol codewords:
H = Ultra Reliability Level (30%)
Q = High Reliability Level (25%)
M = Standard Reliability Level (15%)
L = High Density Level (7%)
m 0 – 8, none Mask Number, optional:
None = Automatic Selection
0-7 = Mask 0 to Mask 7
8 = No Mask
I A, a, M, m Data Input Mode:
A = Automatic setting, ASCII [1]
a = Automatic, hex-ASCII [1]
M = Manual Setting, ASCII[2]
m = manual, hex-ASCII[2]
cdata N, A, B, K Character Mode:
immediately followed N = Numeric, N data
by data A = Alphanumeric, A data
B = Binary , Bnnnn data (where nnnn = data byte-
count, 4 decimal digits; byte-count /2 for hex-
ASCII
K = Kanji, K data
term <CR>, <CR><CR> [3] The data string is terminated with a termination character,
generally a 0x0d hex, but can be changed by the operator. If
the Data Input Mode is Automatic, the data string is
terminated with two successive termination characters.
[1]
When Data Input Mode = Automatic – Kanji data cannot be used; Manual data input is required.
[2]
When using manual formatting commas are required between format fields and data types.
[3]
<CR> represents the line termination character as defined by the current control code set or after use of
Txx, line field terminator label format command.

If HEX/ASCII mode is selected in manual Data Input Mode, only the data for Kanji or Binary
data types will be converted, therefore the other data types and all command characters must be
entered in ASCII format. If HEX/ASCII is selected in automatic Data Input Mode, all of the data
must be entered in HEX/ASCII format.

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Data Append Mode String Format, Manual Formatting – Bar Code W1D
D aa tt pp I
Where:
Field Valid Inputs Meaning
D D Data Append Mode String Format indicator
aa 00, 99 QR Code Number in Append Series, 2 decimal digits
tt The total number of QR Codes in series, 2 decimal digits
pp Value of Parity, 2 digits, 8 LSBs of data parity
e H, Q, M, L As above
m 0 – 8, none As above
i A, a, M, m As above
cdata N, A, B, K As above
immediately
followed by data
term <CR>, <CR><CR> As above

Characteristics

Models:
Model 1 (original version), bar code versions 1 through 14
A. ECC Levels ‘H’, ‘M’, ‘Q’, and ‘L’
B. Mask Selection Automatic or 0 through 8
C. Data Input Modes Automatic and Manual
D. Data Append Mode
Model 2 (enhanced version), bar code versions 1 through 40
A. ECC Levels ‘H’, ‘M’, ‘Q’, and ‘L’
B. Mask Selection Automatic or 0 through 8
C. Data Input Modes Automatic and Manual
D. Data Append Mode

Representation of data:
Dark Cell = Binary 1
Light Cell = Binary 0

Symbol Size (not including quiet zone, 4 cells on each of the 4 sides):
Model 1: 21 X 21 cells to 73 X 73 cells (Versions 1 to 14, increase in steps of 4 cells per side)
Model 2: 21 X 21 cells to 177 X 177 cells (Versions 1 to 40, increase in steps of 4 cells per side)

Data Characters per symbol (maximum for symbol size):

Numeric Data
Model 1; Version 14; ECC = L: 1,167 characters
Model 2; Version 40; ECC = L: 7,089 characters

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Alphanumeric Data
Model 1; Version 14; ECC = L: 707 characters
Model 2; Version 40; ECC = L: 4,296 characters
Binary Data
Model 1; Version 14; ECC = L: 486 characters
Model 2; Version 40; ECC = L: 2,953 characters
Kanji Data
Model 1; Version 14; ECC = L: 299 characters
Model 2; Version 40; ECC = L: 1,817 characters

Code Type: Matrix

Orientation Independence: Yes

Example
<STX>L
D11<CR>
1W1D44000001000102HM,AThis is the data portion also
with binary,B0003<0xfe><0xca><0x83><0x0D>
121100000000100Barcode W1D<CR>
E
Barcode W1D
Where:
QR Code bar code, Cell Size = 0.1 inch square, positioned at X =. 1” and Y = .1”, ECC=H, Mask =
Automatic, Data Input Mode = Manual.

Other examples:
DPL field record, QR Code bar code, Cell Size = 0.04 inch square, positioned at X = .1” and Y =
.1”, ECC = H, Mask = 3, Data Input Mode = Manual:
1W1D4400000100010H3M,AThis is the data portion also with
binary,B0003<0xfe><0xca><0x83><0x0D>

DPL field record, QR Code bar code, Cell Size = 0.08 inch square, positioned at X = .1” and Y =
.1”, ECC = L, Mask = Automatic, Data Input Mode = Manual - Kanji:
1W1D88000001000102,LM,K<0x81><0x40><0x81><0x41><0x81><0x42><0x0
D>

DPL field record, QR Code bar code, Cell Size = 0.04 inch square, positioned at X = .1” and Y =
.1”, ECC = L, Mask = Automatic, Data Input Mode = Manual - Kanji (in Hex/ASCII format):
1W1D4400000100010L8m,K814081418142<0x0D>

DPL field record, QR Code bar code, Cell Size = 0.01 inch square, positioned at X = .1” and Y =
.1”, ECC = M, Mask = Automatic, Data Input Mode = Automatic:
1W1d1100000100010Pallet 35FGA, Box 55367, Datamax Corp,
Orlando, Florida 32707<0x0D><0x0D>

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W1f / W1F: Aztec

Valid Characters: All ASCII characters, depending upon the selected options.
Variable Length (W1f): This two dimensional bar code holds a large amount of data in a small area
and can provide a high level of error checking.
Specified Length (W1F): With a string four-digit length specifier, values 0x00 through 0xFF to be
included within the data strings without conflicting with the DPL format record terminators.
Syntax: a W1 b c d eee ffff gggg [hhhh] i jjj kk…k
Where:
Field Valid Inputs Meaning
a 1,2,3, and 4 Rotation
W1 W1 Fixed value, extended bar code set
b f and F Lowercase selects the Aztec bar code, variable length
Uppercase selects the Aztec bar code with a Byte Count Specifier
c 0 to 9 and A to O Module size horizontal multiplier, 0 = default size. The c/d module
size parameters should be equal to produce a square symbol. When the
label command (Dwh) is used to generate larger text, then c and d may
be used to compensate and ensure a square symbol.
d 0 to 9 and A to O Module size vertical multiplier, 0 = default size (See explanation for
‘c’, above.)
eee 000 No Effect
ffff 0000 to 9999 Label position, row
gggg 0000 to 9999 Label position, column
[hhhh] 0000 to 9999 Optional string length specifier. Field termination is set by this byte
count. This decimal value includes all of the data following this byte
count field, but does not include itself.
i 0, 1 Extended Channel Interpretation (ECI) mode; 0 = Disabled,
1 = Enabled
jjj 000 to 300 Error Correction (EC) / Amount (see table below), where:
000 – Default EC, approximately 23%
001 – 099 EC fixed value, expressed as a percent.
101 – 104 Compact core, 1 to 4 layers respectively.
201 – 232 Full size core, 1 to 32 layers respectively.
300 – Rune format, encodes three ASCII decimal digits 0-256;
scanner decode output is decimal number 0-256
kk…k 8-bit data, Data to be encoded.
followed by a
termination
character

The error correction or size selection determines the symbol size and other characteristics of the
symbol, as shown in the following table. Attempting to encode more data that has been made
available will result in no symbol printed.

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Error Correction (EC) / Size Implications

Maximum[2] Maximum[2] Maximum[2]
Symbol Symbol
jjj Binary Data Alphabetic Numeric
Size[1] Format
Bytes Characters Characters
000 variable data dependant 1914 3067 3832
001 to 099 variable data and EC 1914 3067 3832
dependant
101 15 compact 6 12 13
102 19 compact 19 33 40
102 19 compact 19 33 40
103 23 compact 33 57 70
104 27 compact 53 89 110
201 19 full size 8 15 18
202 23 full size 24 40 49
203 27 full size 40 68 84
204 31 full size 62 104 128
205 37 full size 87 144 178
206 41 full size 114 187 232
207 45 full size 145 236 294
208 49 full size 179 291 362
209 53 full size 214 348 433
210 57 full size 256 414 516
211 61 full size 298 482 601
212 67 full size 343 554 691
213 71 full size 394 636 793
214 75 full size 446 718 896
215 79 full size 502 808 1008
216 83 full size 559 900 1123
217 87 full size 621 998 1246
218 91 full size 687 1104 1378
219 95 full size 753 1210 1511
220 101 full size 824 1324 1653
221 105 full size 898 1442 1801
222 109 full size 976 1566 1956
223 113 full size 1056 1694 2116
224 117 full size 1138 1826 2281
225 121 full size 1224 1963 2452
226 125 full size 1314 2107 2632
227 131 full size 1407 2256 2818
228 135 full size 1501 2407 3007
229 139 full size 1600 2565 3205
230 143 full size 1702 2728 3409
231 147 full size 1806 2894 3616
232 151 full size 1914 3067 3832
300 11 Rune 1 1 1
[1]
Measured in module size x, assuming default module size (cd=00).
[2]
Maximum sizes are approximate and data dependant, and may be less than indicated.
Table G-4: Aztec Characteristics Index

Error Correction
Size 001 to 099: This value specifies the percent of symbol code words to be used for error
correction. Actual error correction word percentage will vary depending on data. The default value,
approximately 23%, is recommended. Any other value may be selected to meet the user’s needs.
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particularly when the volume of that data is small. It the data capacity is exceeded no symbol is
printed.
Size 101 to 104: Values 101 through 104 results in 1 through 4 layers (two modules thick)
respectively, around the center finder pattern. Data volume constraints apply as indicated in the table
above. Symbols will be of the compact form. All available codeword will be used for error correction.
It the data capacity is exceeded no symbol is printed.
Size 201 to 232: Values 201 through 232 result in 1 through 32 layers (two modules thick)
respectively, around the center finder pattern. Data volume constraints apply as indicated in the table
above. Symbols will be of the full-size form. All available codewords will be used for error
correction. It the data capacity is exceeded no symbol is printed.
Size 300: Value 300 informs the printer that the data, which follows will be used to encode one
RUNE symbol. The data consists of one to three ASCII digits with value range of 0 to 256. The data
may include leading zeros. Data streams longer than three digits or data that includes non-numeric
characters may have unpredictable results.

Extended Channel Interpretation Mode: A value of 1 provides for extended channel codewords to
be inserted into the bar code symbol, using escape sequences in the datastream. This mode also
provides for effective Code 128 and UCC/EAN 128 emulations, when used in with appropriately
configured bar code readers. The valid values for escape sequences are of the form <ESC>n, where:
<ESC> – 1 byte with value 2710 = 1B16
n – 1 ASCII digit, range 0 through 6
These escape sequences are encoded as FLG(n) character pairs described in the International
Symbology Specification – Aztec Code, AIM, 1997-11-05, and the meanings of the values for n are
the same in both.
<ESC>0 – Is encoded as FLG(0), and interpreted as FNC1 or <GS> depending on its location in
the data stream. The printer does not validate <ESC>0 locations in the data stream.
When <ESC>0 is the leading data in the stream, it is interpreted as a FNC1 as used in
the Code 128 symbology, and specifically for UCC/EAN 128 applications. For
appropriately configured scanners this will be interpreted/transmitted as a ]C1
symbology identifier preamble. The printer does not validate UCC/EAN 128 data
syntax.
When <ESC>0 follows a single alphabetic or two numeric characters respectively,
then it also interpreted as a FNC1. For appropriately configured scanners this would
be interpreted/transmitted as a ]C2 symbology identifier preamble, and the alpha or
numeric characters preceding the FNC1 are Application Indicators assigned by AIM
International. The printer does not check AI validity.
When <ESC>0 is anywhere else in the data stream, a <GS> replaces it in the bar code
symbol, as with UCC/EAN 128 field separators.

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<ESC>n – Is encoded as FLG(n), and is interpreted as signaling Extended Channel

Interpretation. When the value of n is from 1 to 6, it signals that the following n
digits comprise an extended channel identifier for use with ECI compliant bar code
scanners. An erroneous bar code symbol may result from failing to follow <ESC>n
with n digits. Any <ESC>0 following <ESC>n and not within the n digits will be
encoded as FLG(0). In the context of a FLG(n), any backslash ‘\’ (9210) will be
interpreted by the scanner as two backslashes ‘\\’.

Example 1: The variable length example encodes “AZTEC” with no ECI input, and 23% error
correction, and prints the bar code. A line of text is also printed.
<STX>L
D11<CR>
1W1f00000001501000000AZTEC<CR>
121100000000100Barcode W1f<CR>
E Barcode W1f

Example 2: The specified length example includes a byte count field for all bytes that follow until the
end of the bar code data. The byte count is 17. The symbology encodes
“AZTEC<CR>barcode”, and prints the bar code. Notice that a <CR> does not terminate
the bar code format record. A line of text is also printed.
<STX>L
D11<CR>
1W1F000000015010000170000AZTEC<0x0D>barcode
121100000000100Barcode W1F<CR>
E
Barcode W1F

Functions Not Supported

•Structured Append
•Reader Initialization Symbol Generation
•Module shaving

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W1g / W1G: USD-8 (Code 11)

Valid Characters: 0-9,-

Bar Code Data String Length: Variable, typical max 41 characters
Non-Human Readable: W1g
Human Readable: W1G

USD-8 (Code 11) is a bar code that encodes the ten digits and the dash (-) character. An additional
character serves as the start and stop indicator. Each character has three bars and two spaces for a
total of five elements. Of these five elements, two are of medium width and three are narrow, except
for the “0”, “9”, and “-“ characters, which have only one wide element and four narrow elements.

The narrow bar size is specified in DPL by the narrow bar parameter, the medium is specified in DPL
by the wide bar parameter and the wide bar is fixed at 2 times the medium bar minus the narrow bar.

DPL calculates two checksum characters, C and K, and automatically places them prior to the stop
character. The following example prints a Code11 bar code:

<STX>L
D11
1W1G00000015001500123456789-<CR>
121100000000100Barcode W1G<CR>
E
Barcode W1G

W1I: EAN128 with Auto Subset Switching

Valid characters: The entire 128 ASCII character set.
Variable length, minimum 4 characters
Valid bar widths: The fourth character of record is the width of the narrow bar in dots. All other bars
are a ratio of the narrow bar (2 times the narrow bar width, 3 times the narrow bar width, and 4 times
the narrow bar width).

This printer supports the Code 128 subsets A, B, and C. If the data begins with at least four numeric
characters the default start code is subset C. If there is a non-numeric in the first four characters then
the default start code is subset B. The next character after start is always FNC1. Subset switching
between B and C is performed based on rules as below:

1. If in subset C and there are an odd number of numeric digits, subset B will be set prior to the last
digit.
2. If four or more numeric digits appear consecutively while in subset B, the character code C will be
set prior to the digits.
3. When in subset C and a non-numeric occurs subset B will be inserted prior to the character.

Note that there is no auto-switching from or to Subset A. Standard switches are still used (see table
below).

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Subset A: Includes all of the standard uppercase alphanumeric keyboard characters plus the control
and special characters.

Subset B: Includes all of the standard uppercase alphanumeric keyboard characters plus the
lowercase alphabetic and special characters.

Subset C: Includes the set of 100 digit pairs from 00 through 99 inclusive, as well as special
characters. EAN128 Subset C is used for double density encoding of numeric data.

Special Character Handling: Characters with an ASCII value greater than 95 are considered special
characters. To access these values, a two-character reference table is built into the printer, see table
below. As an example, to encode FNC2 into an EAN128 Subset A bar code, send the ASCII & (DEC
38, HEX 26) followed by an ASCII B (DEC 66, HEX 41). Code FNC2 will be encoded.
ASCII 2 CHAR CODE A CODE B CODE C
96 &A FNC3 FNC3 -NA-
97 &B FNC2 FNC2 -NA-
98 &C SHIFT SHIFT -NA-
99 &D CODEC -NA- -NA-
100 &E CODEB FNC4 -NA-
101 &F FNC4 CODEA CODEA
102 &G FNC1 FNC1 FNC1
Table G-8: Special Character Handling

Control Codes: Control character encoding into Code 128 Subset A by sending these control codes:
` = NUL
a through z = 1 - 26
{ = ESC
| = FS
} = GS
~ = RS
ASCII 127 = US

The following example prints an EAN128 bar code:

<STX>L
D11<CR>
1W1I000000025002512345&G10Z2133021AK<CR>
121100000000100Barcode W1I<CR>
E
Barcode W1I

When scanned this bar code will decode as:

[C][FNC1]1234[B]5[F1]10Z[C]213302[B]1AK(81)

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W1J: Code 128 with Auto Subset Switching

Valid characters: The entire 128 ASCII character set.

Variable length

Valid bar widths: The fourth character of record is the width of the narrow bar in dots. All other bars
are a ratio of the narrow bar (2 times the narrow bar width, 3 times the narrow bar width, and 4 times
the narrow bar width).

This printer supports the Code 128 subsets A, B, and C. If the data begins with at least four numeric
characters the default start code is subset C. If there is a non-numeric in the first four characters or
there are less than four then the default start code is subset B. Subset switching between B and C is
performed based on the rules below:

1.If in subset C and there are an odd number of numeric digits, subset B will be set prior to the last
digit.

2.If four or more numeric digits appear consecutively while in subset B, the character code C will be
set prior to the digits. If there is an odd number of numerics already in B, the first numeric will be
placed in B with the others in C.

3.When in subset C and a non-numeric occurs subset B will be inserted prior to the character.

Note that there is no auto switching from, or to, subset A. Standard switches are still used. See table
below.

Subset A: Includes all of the standard uppercase alphanumeric keyboard characters plus the control
and special characters.

Subset B: Includes all of the standard uppercase alphanumeric keyboard characters plus the
lowercase alphabetic and special characters.

Subset C: Includes the set of 100 digit pairs from 00 through 99 inclusive, as well as special
characters. Code128 Subset C is used for double density encoding of numeric data.

Special Character Handling: Characters with an ASCII value greater than 95 are considered special
characters. To access these values, a two-character reference table is built into the printer, see table
below. As an example, to encode FNC2 into a Code128 Subset A bar code, send the ASCII & (DEC
38, HEX 26) followed by an ASCII B (DEC 66, HEX 41). Code FNC2 will be encoded.

ASCII 2 CHAR CODE A CODE B CODE C

96 &A FNC3 FNC3 -NA-
97 &B FNC2 FNC2 -NA-
98 &C SHIFT SHIFT -NA-
99 &D CODEC -NA- -NA-
100 &E CODEB FNC4 -NA-
101 &F FNC4 CODEA CODEA
102 &G FNC1 FNC1 FNC1
Table G-9: Special Character Handling

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Control Codes: Control character encoding into Code 128 Subset A by sending these control codes:
` = NUL
a through z = 1 - 26
{ = ESC
| = FS
} = GS
~ = RS
ASCII 127 = US

The following example prints a Code128 Auto bar code:

<STX>L
D11<CR>
1W1J000000025002512345&G10Z2133021AK<CR>
121100000000100Barcode W1J<CR>
E
Barcode W1J

When scanned this bar code will decode as:

[C]1234[B]5[F1]10Z2 [C]133021[B]AK(95)

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W1k: Reduced Space Symbology (RSS)

Valid Characters: Type dependant
Bar Code Data String Length: Type dependant
RSS is a continuous, linear bar code symbology used for identification in EAN.UCC systems. There
are six different types:

RSS Type Overview*

Encodes a full 14-digit EAN.UCC item identification
RSS-14
within a linear symbol that can be scanned omni-
RSS-14 Truncated
directionally.
RSS-14 Stacked
RSS-14 Stacked Omni-Directional The encodable character set is 0 through 9.
The maximum numeric data capacity is the application
identifier plus 14-digit numeric item identification.
Error detection is mod 79 checksum.
Encodes a 14-digit EAN.UCC item identification with
RSS Limited indicator digits of zero or one within a linear symbol.
The encodable character set is 0 through 9.
The maximum numeric data capacity for is the application
identifier plus 14-digit numeric item identification.
Data must begin with indicator 0 or 1. Any higher number
results in discarded data.
Error detection is mod 89 checksum.

Encodes EAN.UCC item identification plus

RSS Expanded supplementary AI element strings.
The encodable character is a subset of ISO 646, consisting
of upper and lower case letters, digits and 20 selected
punctuation characters, plus the special function character
FNC1, (#).
The maximum numeric data capacity is 74 numeric or 41
alphanumeric.
Error detection is mod 211 checksum.
* Additional data can be encoded in a two-dimensional composite as per specification. (See AIM Spec ITS/99-
001 “International Symbology Specification - Reduced Space Symbology” for more details.)

Syntax for RSS-14, RSS-14 Truncated, RSS-14 Stacked, RSS-14 Stacked Omni-Directional and RSS
Limited (spaces shown for readability):
a W1 k c d eee ffff gggg h i j m n…n | p…p
Where:

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Field Valid Inputs Meaning

a 1,2,3, and 4 Rotation
W1 W1 Fixed value, extended bar code set
k k Selects RSS bar code
c 0 to 9 and A to O Wide bar ratio, default = 2
d 0 to 9 and A to O Narrow bar ratio, default = 2
eee 000 No effect
ffff 0000 to 9999 Label position, row
gggg 0000 to 9999 Label position, column
h R, T, S, D, L RSS Type: R = RSS-14,
T = RSS Truncated,
S = RSS Stacked,
D = RSS Omni-Directional,
L = RSS Limited
i 1-9 Pixel Multiplier
j 0 to (i-1) X pixels to undercut
m 0 to (i-1) Y pixels to undercut
n…n 0 to 9 Numeric linear data, length 13 [1]
| | (optional) Vertical bar separates primary linear data and secondary
2-D data
p…p 2-D data (optional) Additional 2-D data [2]
[1]
The application identifier is not encoded in the symbol nor is the last check digit; the user should enter in a
13-digit value. The decoding system will display the application identifier and calculate the check digit.
[2]
The separator row height for two-dimensional composite is fixed at one times the pixel multiplier.
Table G-5: RSS-14, Truncated, Stacked, Stacked Omni-Directional and Limited Record Structures

Examples:
The following example prints an RSS-14 bar code.
<STX>L Barcode W1k
D11
1W1k0000001500150R1002001234567890
121100000000100Barcode W1k<CR>
E

The following example prints an RSS-14 bar code with 2-D data.
<STX>L
D11 Barcode W1k
1W1k0000001500150R1002001234567890|123456-99/99/99
121100000000100Barcode W1k<CR>
E

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The following example prints an RSS-14 Truncated bar code.

Barcode W1k
<STX>L
D11
1W1k0000001500150T1002001234567890
121100000000100Barcode W1k<CR>
E

The following example prints an RSS-14 Stacked bar code.

Barcode W1k
<STX>L
D11
1W1k0000001500150S1002001234567890
121100000000100Barcode W1k<CR>
E

The following example prints an RSS-14 Stacked Omni-Directional bar

code.
<STX>L
D11
Barcode W1k
1W1k0000001500150D1002001234567890
121100000000100Barcode W1k<CR>
E

The following example prints an RSS-14 Limited bar code.

Barcode W1k
<STX>L
D11
1W1k0000001500150L1001501234567890
121100000000100Barcode W1k<CR>
E

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Syntax for the RSS Expanded bar code (spaces shown for readability):
a W1 k c d eee ffff gggg h i j m nn p…p | q…q
Where:
Field Valid Inputs Meaning
a 1,2,3, and 4 Rotation
W1 W1 Fixed value, extended bar code set
k k Selects RSS bar code
c 0 to 9 and A to O Wide bar ratio, default = 2
d 0 to 9 and A to O Narrow bar ratio, default = 2
eee 000 No effect
ffff 0000 to 9999 Label position, row
gggg 0000 to 9999 Label position, column
h E RSS Type: E= RSS Expanded
i 1-9 Pixel Multiplier
j 0 to (i-1) X pixels to undercut
m 0 to (i-1) Y pixels to undercut
nn 2-22, even only[2] Segments per row
p…p 0 to 9 Subset of ISO646, including alphanumerics
| | (optional) Vertical bar separates primary linear data and secondary 2-D data
q…q 2-D data (optional) Additional 2-D data [1]
[1]
The separator row height for two-dimensional composite is fixed at one times the pixel multiplier.
[2]
When using additional 2-D composite data, the sequence width must be at least 4.
Table G-6: RSS-14 Expanded Record Structure

Example:
The following example prints an RSS-14 Expanded bar code.
<STX>L
D11
1W1k0000001500150E100022001234567890
121100000000100Barcode W1k<CR>
E
Barcode W1k

W1R: UCC/EAN Code 128 K-MART NON EDI

Valid Characters: 0-9
Length: 18 digits
Valid bar widths: The fourth character of record is the width of the narrow bar in dots. All other bars
are a ratio of the narrow bar (2 times, 3 times, or 4 times the narrow bar width). Human readable
characters for this bar code symbology are printed above the symbol.

This bar code produces the same symbology as bar code ID “R”, except that the human readable field
has been modified to print on the bottom of the bar code (see below).

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The following example prints a KMART bar code:

<STX>L
D11<CR>
1W1R0000000150100012345678901234567<CR>
121100000000100Barcode W1R<CR>
E
34 567890 123 4567
Barcode W1R

W1t: TCIF Linked Bar Code 3 of 9 (TLC39)

Valid Characters: All ASCII characters.
Variable Length: Encodes a 25-character alphanumeric serial number in MicroPDF417 symbol.
Specified Length: Encodes a six-digit sequence in a standard 3 of 9 bar code (Code 39) followed by a
link flag character in Code 3 of 9.
Syntax: a W1 t c d eee ffff gggg hhhhhh ; ii…i
Where:
Field Valid Inputs Meaning
a 1,2,3, and 4 Rotation
W1 W1 Fixed value, extended bar code set
t t Selects TLC39 bar code
c 0 to 9 and A to O Wide bar of Code 39, ratio of wide to narrow must be between 2:1
and 3:1
d 0 to 9 and A to O Narrow bar of Code 39
eee 001 to 999 Height of Code 39
ffff 0000 to 9999 Label position, row
gggg 0000 to 9999 Label position, column
hhhhhh ECI Data Six digit ECI number
; Fixed Parses data. (If the seventh character is not a semi colon then only a
six-digit code 39 will print.)
i…i S/N Data Up to 25 alphanumeric serial number characters to be encoded in
the MicroPDF417 symbol. This symbol is fixed at four columns.
The number of rows is determined by the amount of data, as
follows:
Number of Alphanumeric Characters Number of Rows
1-14 4
15-22 6
23-25 8

The link flag is the character “T” in code 39 without a start/stop indicator. The location of this flag is
based on the ECI code location, length and height. The location of the MicroPDF417 symbol is based
on the location of ECI bar code. The symbol’s module width and height are fixed at the default. The
following example prints a TLC39 bar code:

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<STX>L
D11
1Wt0000001500150123456;ABCD12345678901234
1911A0801300170A1B2C3DAAA
121100000000100Barcode W1t<CR>
E Barcode W1t

W1z: MicroPDF417
Valid Characters: All ASCII characters, depending on the selected options.
Variable Length
Syntax: a W z c d eee ffff gggg h i j k 0 m…m
Where:
Field Valid Inputs Meaning
a 1,2,3, and 4 Rotation
W1 W1 Fixed value, extended bar code set
z z Selects the MicroPDF417 bar code
c 0 to 9 and A to O Module size horizontal multiplier, 0 – default size
d 0 to 9 and A to O Module size vertical multiplier, 0 – default size
eee 000 No Effect
ffff 0000 to 9999 Label position, row
gggg 0000 to 9999 Label position, column
h 1 to 4 Number columns
i 0 to 9 and A Row / Error Correction index
j 0, 1 Byte Compaction Mode (1), best compression for binary data
k 0, 1 Macro Character Substitution Disable (1)
0 0 Fixed ASCII digit 0.
Reserved for future use.
m…m 8-bit data Data to be encoded

This is a 2 dimensional bar code capable of holding large amounts of data in a small area. It provides
a high level of redundancy and error checking. Please reference the following specifications for
details: International Symbol Specification – MicroPDF417, AIM International Technical
Specification, version 1.0 1998-06-18; International Symbol Specification Code 128, AIM
International Technical Specification, version 1.0 1999-11-4; UCC/EAN-128 Application Identifier
Standard, Uniform Code Council, Inc, January 1993, revised July 1995; Application Standard for
Shipping Container Codes, Uniform Code Council, 1996. The following example prints a
MicroPDF417 bar code, default module size (cd = 00), with 1 column, 24 rows, error correction of
33%, no byte compaction, macro character substitution enabled.
<STX>L
D11<CR>
1W1z000000015010014000PDF417<CR>
121100000000100Barcode W1z<CR>
E
Barcode W1z

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The number of columns (h) and the row / error correction index (i) combine to form a
row/column/error correction selection index (hi) which determines other characteristics of the symbol
as shown in the following table.
Row/Column/Error Correction Selection Index (h, i) Implications
hi Columns Rows Maximum Symbol Symbol Maximum Maximum Maximum
Errors Width[2] Height[3] Binary Data Alphabetic Numeric
Corrected[1] Bytes[4] Characters[5] Characters[5]
10 1 11 4 40 24 3 6 8
11 1 14 4 40 30 7 12 17
12 1 17 4 40 36 10 18 26
13 1 20 5 40 42 13 22 32
14 1 24 5 40 50 18 30 44
15 1 28 5 40 58 22 38 55
20 2 8 5 57 18 8 14 20
21 2 11 6 57 24 14 24 35
22 2 14 6 57 30 21 36 52
23 2 17 7 57 36 27 46 67
24 2 20 8 57 42 33 56 82
25 2 23 10 57 48 38 67 93
26 2 26 12 57 54 43 72 105
30 3 6 9 84 14 6 10 14
31 3 8 11 84 18 10 18 26
32 3 10 13 84 22 15 26 38
33 3 12 15 84 26 20 34 49
34 3 15 18 84 32 27 46 67
35 3 20 23 84 42 39 66 96
36 3 26 29 84 54 54 90 132
37 3 32 35 84 66 68 114 167
38 3 38 41 84 78 82 138 202
39 3 44 47 84 90 97 162 237
40 4 4 5 101 10 8 14 20
41 4 6 9 101 14 13 22 32
42 4 8 11 101 18 20 34 49
43 4 10 13 101 22 27 46 67
44 4 12 15 101 26 34 58 85
45 4 15 18 101 32 45 76 111
46 4 20 23 101 42 63 106 155
47 4 26 29 101 54 85 142 208
48 4 32 35 101 66 106 178 261
49 4 38 41 101 78 128 214 313
4A 4 44 47 101 90 150 250 366
[1]
Can be any combination of 1∗erasures + 2∗substitutions (e.g. 13 maximum number of errors corrected might
include 7 erasures and 3 substitutions).
[2]
Includes 1 module width of quiet zone on either side.
[3]
Assumes the module height is 2∗module width, and includes one module width quiet zones on top and
bottom.
[4]
Assumes Binary Compaction.
[5]
Assumes Text Compaction.
Table G-7: MicroPDF417 Characteristics Index
Note: In the table above, row/column/error correction selection index (hi) values increasingly large do not
necessarily result in the ability to encode more data.

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Byte Compaction Mode (j = 1)

A value of 1 forces Byte Compaction. The compaction ratio is six 8-bit bytes of data compressed into
a 5-symbol codeword. See the table above for the maximum data allowed for any row/column/error
correction selection index (hi).

Macro Character Substitution Disable (k=1)

By default Macro Character Substitution is enabled (k=0). When enabled, Byte Compaction has
priority over Macro Character Substitution. When Macro Character Substitution is enabled, the data
stream header and trailer are compacted when they conform to the following forms:
[)>RS05GS data RS EoT
or
[)>RS06GS data RS EoT
where:
data may not contain adjacent bytes with values RS or G
S

( RS = 3010 , 1E16 and GS = 2910 , 1D16 and EoT = 410 ,416)

Functions Not Supported
•General Purpose Extended Channel Interpretations, including Code-128 emulations
•Structured Append
•Reader Initialization Symbol Generation
•Module shaving

W1Z: Micro PDF417 with Byte Count Specifier

Specified Length – The upper case Z identifies a Micro PDF417 bar code with a 4-digit string length
specifier. This allows values 0x00 through 0xFF to be included within the data strings without
conflicting with the DPL format record terminators. The four-digit decimal data byte count
immediately follows the four-digit column position field. This value includes all of the data following
the byte count field, but does not include itself.

<STX>L
D11<CR>
1W1Z0000000150100001214000pdf<0x0D>417
121100000000100Barcode W1Z<CR>
E
Barcode W1Z

From the example, the bar code’s data stream,

1W1Z0000000150100001214000PDF<0x0D>417, includes a Byte Count Specifier (the
portion in bold), where 0012 equals the four-digit decimal data byte count and includes all bytes that
follow until the end of the bar code data. Field termination is set by the byte count. <STX>, <CR>,
and <0x0D> all represent single byte values of hexadecimal 02, 0D, and 0D, respectively. The Micro
PDF417 bar code produced encodes “pdf<CR>417”, and prints a line of text: Barcode W1Z.

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Single and Double Byte Character Font Mapping

Label format records with font code 9 in the b field of the Format Record header can specify any of the
following bit-mapped or scalable fonts with the associated specification in the font size/selection (eee
height) field, as shown in the tables on the following pages.

Example: 1911u4000100010A0215134<CR>

The example above will produce a printed string consisting of the two Kanji characters referenced by the
two HEX ASCII pairs A0, 21, and 51, 34, on appropriately equipped printers.

Example: 1911U4001000100P012P012<0x38><0x77><0x00>

The above example will produce a printed string consisting of the one 12 point Kanji character referenced
by the byte pair with hex values 38 and 77 on appropriately equipped printers.

Note: Double byte hex representation character strings terminate with two null bytes and a <CR>, i.e., 0x 00
00 0D. The Hex-ASCII representation is terminated with <CR>.

The alphanumeric portion (nn) of the scalable font specifiers, Snn, Unn, unn, numbering system is a base
62 numbering system, 0, 1, 2…8, 9, A, B, C...X, Y, Z, a, b, c...x, y, z. For scalable fonts the S designation
signifies single byte characters and U designates double byte. The lower case U counterpart signifies that
print data in the label format record is in a hex-ASCII format. Fonts that have been downloaded with
designators of the form nn, where nn are alphanumeric, as seen in the font size specifier (eee height)
column below, may be referenced in label format records by their upper or lower case specifiers as
available. However, fonts created for double-byte access cannot be accessed using Snn as the font
designator, and vice versa, single-byte fonts cannot be accessed using Unn or unn.

Note: Downloading scalable fonts require specifying the font ID, a two character alphanumeric. The S, or U, u
used in referencing the font within label format records is not used in the download specification.
Attempting to utilize a scalable font with an inappropriate byte-size designation (e.g. S on double byte or
U, u on single byte) will have unpredictable results.

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Font 9, Font Specifications (eee Height) and Associated Characteristics

Font Character Font Size Specifier Point
Name Mapping (eee Height) Size
Font 9 Bit-Mapped Resident Fonts (E-Class and M-4206, only)
5, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 18, 24, 30,
CG Triumvirate[1] Single Byte 000 - 010
36, 48, respectively.
A04, A05, A06, A08, A10,
4, 5, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 18, 24,
CG Triumvirate[1] Single Byte A12, A14, A18, A24, A30,
30, 36, 48, 72, respectively.
A36, A48, A72
Font 9 Bit-Mapped Downloaded Fonts
User-downloaded
Single Byte 100 - 999 user defined
typeface
Font 9 Scalable Resident Fonts Specifications (unavailable for E-Class and M-4206 )
CG Triumvirate
Single Byte S00 scalable
Bold Condensed [1]

CG Triumvirate[1] Single Byte S01 scalable

Font 9 Scalable Resident Fonts Specifications (optional)

CG Times Single Byte SA0 scalable

CG Times Italic Single Byte SA1 scalable

CG Times Bold Single Byte SA2 scalable

CG Times Bold
Single Byte SA3 scalable
Italic
Gothic B Kanji Double Byte (Binary) U40 scalable

Gothic B Kanji Double Byte (Hex ASCII) u40 scalable

GB Simplified
Double Byte (Binary) UC0 scalable
Chinese
GB Simplified
Double Byte (Hex ASCII) uC0 scalable
Chinese

Korean Hangul Double Byte (Binary) UH0 scalable

Korean Hangul Double Byte (Hex ASCII) uH0 scalable

Font 9 Scalable Downloaded Fonts

User-downloaded S50 - S5z...,
Single Byte (Binary) scalable
typeface S90 - S9z
User-downloaded U50...,U5z...,
Double Byte (Binary) scalable
typeface U90...U9z
User-downloaded u50...,u5z...,
Double Byte (Hex ASCII) scalable
typeface u90...u9z
[1]
Standard internal fonts
Table H-1: Font 9 Specifications

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Symbol Sets and Character Maps

Symbol Set Selection
Scalable fonts are mapped through a symbol set sometimes referred to as a ‘code page’. This mapping
allows the host application to select a variety of characters to match the application. For example in the
code page (CP), character code 0xE4 causes character Φ to be printed. In CP E7, the character code 0xE4
causes δ to be printed. Each of the CPs allows the host application to “emulate” a character set for their
application. Datamax printers that support scalable fonts contain either a standard or an enhanced group
of CPs as defined below. The CP (symbol set) is selected using a DPL Command, <STX>ySxx, where xx
is the two letter CP Identifier.

Note: In the following table, “√” indicates a full compliment of characters, “Part” indicates a partial compliment of
characters, and “X” indicates an absence of characters for the given code page.

Single Byte Code Pages

Font Format
Code Page Identifier
Intellifont [1] MicroType [2] Description
CG CG CG CG TrueType
Datamax HP (PCL)
Triumvirate Times Triumvirate Times
AR 8V X √ X √ √ [3] Arabic-8
CP 3R Part √ Part √ √ [3] PC Cyrillic
D1 11L X X X X ITC Zapf Dingbats/100
D2 12L X X X X ITC Zapf Dingbats/200
D3 13L X X X X ITC Zapf Dingbats/300
DN 0D Part Part Part Part √ ISO 60 Danish / Norwegian
DS 10L X X X X PS ITC Zapf Dingbats
DT 7J √ √ √ √ √ DeskTop
E1 0N √ √ √ √ √ ISO 8859/1 Latin 1
E2 2N Part √ √ √ √ ISO 8859/2 Latin 2
E5 5N √ √ √ √ √ ISO 8859/9 Latin 5
E6 6N Part √ √ √ √ ISO 8859/10 Latin 6
E7 12N Part √ X X √ ISO 8859/7 Latin/Greek
E9 9N X X √ [4] √ [4] √ [4] ISO 8859/15 Latin 9
EG 12N Part √ Part √ √ [3] ISO 8859/7 Latin/Greek
EH 7H Part √ Part √ √ [3] ISO 8859/8 Latin/Hebrew
ER 10N Part √ Part √ √ [3] ISO 8859/5 Latin/Cyrillic
FR 1F Part Part Part Part √ ISO 69: French
G8 8G Part √ Part √ √ [3] Greek-8
GK 12G Part √ Part √ √ [3] PC-8 Greek
GR 1G Part Part Part Part √ ISO 21: German
H0 0H Part √ Part √ √ [3] Hebrew-7
H8 8H Part √ Part √ √ [3] Hebrew-8
IT 0I √ √ √ √ √ ISO 15: Italian
L$[3] 14L √ √ X X √ HP4000 ITC Zapf Dingbats
LG 1U √ √ √ √ √ Legal

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Single Byte Code Pages

Font Format
Code Page Identifier
Intellifont [1] MicroType [2] Description
CG CG CG CG TrueType
Datamax HP (PCL)
Triumvirate Times Triumvirate Times
M8 8M √ √ √ √ √ Math-8
MC 12J √ √ √ [4] √ √ [4] Macintosh
MS 5M √ √ √ √ [4] √ [4] PS Math
P9[3] 13U X X √ √ [4] √ [4] PC-858 Multilingual
PB 6J Part Part Part Part √ Microsoft Publishing
PC 10U √ √ √ √ √ PC-8, Code Page 437
PD 11U √ √ √ √ √ PC-8 D/N, Code Page 437N
PE 17U Part √ √ √ √ PC-852 Latin 2
PG 10G Part √ Part √ √ [3] PC-851 Latin/Greek
PH 15H √ √ √ √ √ [3] PC-862 Latin/Hebrew
PI 15U Part Part Part Part √ Pi Font
PM 12U √ √ √ [4] √ [4] √ [4] PC-850 Multilingual
PR 10V √ √ √ √ √ PC-864 Latin/Arabic
PT 9T √ √ √ √ √ PC-8 TK, Code Page 437T
PU 9J √ √ √ √ √ PC-1004
PV 26U Part √ √ √ √ PC-775 Baltic
PX 12U √ √ X X PTXT3000
PY 3Y X X X X √ [3] Non-UGL, Generic Pi Font
R8 8U √ √ √ √ √ Roman-8
R9[3] 4U X X √ √ [4] √ [4] Roman-9
SP 2S √ √ √ √ √ ISO 17: Spanish
SW 0S √ √ √ √ √ ISO 11: Swedish
SY 19M X X X X √ Symbol
TK 8T √ √ X X Turkish-8
TS 10J √ √ √ √ √ PS Text
UK 1E √ √ √ √ √ ISO 4: United Kingdom
US 0U √ √ √ √ √ ISO 6: ASCII
VI 13J √ √ √ √ √ Ventura International
VM 6M √ √ √ √ √ [3] Ventura Math
VU 14J Part Part Part Part √ Ventura US
W1[4] 19U Part √ √ √ √ Windows 3.1 Latin 1
WA 9V Part √ √ √ √ [3] Windows Latin/Arabic
WD 579L X X X X √ Wingdings
WE[4] 9E Part √ √ √ √ Windows 3.1 Latin 2
WG[4] 9G Part √ Part √ √ [3] Windows Latin/Greek
Windows 3.1 Baltic (Latv,
WL[4] 19L Part √ √ √ √
Lith)
WN 9U √ √ X X Windows
WO 9U √ √ √ [4] √ [4] √ [4] Windows 3.0 Latin 1
WR[4] 9R Part √ √ [4] √ √ [3] Windows Latin/Cyrillic
WT[4] 5T √ √ √ √ √ Windows 3.1 Latin 5
[1]
Supported in the E-Class and M-4206 models.
[2]
Supported in the A-Class, I-Class, W-Class, M-4208 and M-4306 models.
[3]
Not supported in the E-Class models.
[4]
Contains the Euro currency symbol ( ).

Table I-1: Single Byte Code Pages

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Double-Byte Symbols, Chinese, Kanji, and Korean

Character Map Selection
Double byte scalable fonts are mapped through a ‘character map’. This mapping allows the host
application to select a variety of characters to match the application. Each of the code pages allows the
host application to emulate a character set for the application.

Double Byte Character Map

Character Map ID TrueType Font Description

B5 √ BIG 5 (Taiwan) Encoded*

EU √ EUC (Extended UNIX Code)
GB √ Government Bureau Industry Standard; Chinese (PRC) ; default
JS √ JIS (Japanese Industry Standard); default
SJ √ Shift JIS
UC √ Unicode (including Korean)
* Unavailable for E-Class models
Table I-2: Double Byte Character Map

The double-byte symbol set is selected using <STX>yUxx command. The single-byte symbol set is
selected using the same command, <STX>ySxx. Each affects an independent database selection and has
no impact on the other.

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 Appendix J

General Purpose Input Output (GPIO) Port Overview

GPIO-equipped printers can be programmed to interface with most applicator devices. The GPIO
functions are enabled, configured, and stored in non-volatile memory for subsequent power-ups using the
menu system of the printer, or via <STX>Kc commands.

Printing with GPIO: When the GPIO functions are enabled, the printer will not print a label until the
“Start of Print” signal goes active.

Note: When a label is ready to print but awaiting a Start of Print signal, the prompting operation differs slightly
depending upon equipment:

Non-Display Models – The STOP LED will flash.

Display-Equipped Models – The display will indicate “WAITING FOR SIGNAL.”

The GPIO functions vary according to the printer model, as discussed below.

M-Class GPIO Configuration

The connection to the GPIO signals can be accessed via the Option Port connector (an 8-pin Molex
Microfit 3, P/N 44300-800) on the front of the printer, or via the J6 connector (an AMP, P/N 640456-8)
on the Main PCB. The pin-outs for the respective connectors (as viewed when facing the printer) are as
follows:

Option Port Connector Main PCB – Connector J6

8 6 4 2
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
7 5 3 1

Each GPIO pin function is detailed in the table below:

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M-Class GPIO Port Connections and Functions

Pin Signal Signal Signal

Signal Description [2]
Number(s) Name State Direction[1]
+5 VDC
1 Vcc 2.5 Amp Output Printer +5 VDC
(fused )
Goes low upon printer detection of a fault
2 Printer Fault Low Output
condition.
Must be pulled high (see sample SOP circuit,
3 Spare Reserved Input
below).

When active, will begin print. Recommend only

Start of setting this signal to ACTIVE LOW. When ready
4 Print Programmable Input to print a label, the applicator should hold this
(SOP) signal low for at least 50ms – or until EOP goes
not active. See sample SOP circuit, below.

Signifies the end of the print process. Can be

End of Print
5 Programmable Output monitored to initiate next Start of Print sequence.
(EOP)
Minimum signal time 30ms.

Signal
6&8 Ground N/A Ground
Ground
1.6 Amp
7 +24 VDC Output Printer +24 VDC
(fused )
[1]
Given relative to the printer.
[2]
The operation of this multi-function port is configuration dependent. For GPIO operation, disable all optional functions not
used (i.e., Present Sensor and Cutter) and set GPIO to “YES” (or on display-equipped models set GPIO Device to
“APPLICATOR”). Use the Configuration Set command (<STX>Kc), or program the selections on non-display models via the
“Printer Setup Menu List” or on display-equipped models via the “Menu System”; see the Operator’s Manual for details.

M-Class Sample SOP Circuit

GPIO Connector Pin Number
Pin 3 should be pulled to +5VDC. In additional, connections for
Vcc 1
the external Start of Print control can either be directly made to 1K O
1K O
Pin 4 of the Option Port (or Main PCB connector) using a TTL- Spare 3

level input, or via an interface circuit (similar to the one SOP 4

shown).
Gnd 8

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I-Class & W-Class GPIO Configuration

The GPIO interface connector on the optional I/O Expansion Card is a 9-pin Mini-DIN female type (e.g.,
Kycon KMDG-9S-BS) that requires a 9-pin Mini-DIN plug (e.g., Kycon KMDA-9P). The pin functions
are detailed in the table below:
I-Class and W-Class GPIO Pin Functions
Pin Signal Signal Signal Signal
# Name State Direction* Description
1 Vcc +5 VDC Output Printer +5 VDC
2 Ribbon Fault Low Output Goes low when the printer detects ribbon out.
3 Paper Fault Low Output Goes low when the printer detects media out.
4 Printer Fault Low Output Goes low when any printer fault is detected.
Will signal the applicator when the ribbon supply is
5 Ribbon Low Programmable Output
low.

Will signal applicator when print is done. Can be

6 End of Print Programmable Output
monitored to initiate next Start of Print sequence.

When active, will back up the label once it has been

7 Backup Label Programmable Input presented. (i.e., must have a present distance greater
than zero)

8 Start of Print Signal Programmable Input When active, will begin print.
9 Signal Ground Ground N/A N/A
*Signal direction is given relative to the printer.

I-Class and W-Class GPIO Connector – as viewed from the rear of the
printer :

I-Class and W-Class Sample SOP Control

Connections for an external Start of Print/Backup Label control can be

made (1) directly to Pin 8 / 7 using a TTL-level input or (2) with an
interface circuit similar to the one shown right. For additional
interfacing requirements, see the table above.

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A-Class GPIO Configuration

The A-Class Applicator Interface Card has two LEDs, an Auxiliary (Serial B) Port, and a GPIO Port.

Applicator Interface Card

1 6
2
7
3
8 Auxiliary Port, J1
4
9
5
Connector Green and Yellow LEDs
Pin-Outs
1
9
2 GPIO Port, J2
10
3
11
4
12
5
13
6
14
7
15
8

A-Class GPIO Interface Card Location and Connector Pin-outs

A-Class GPIO Interface Card Jumper Locations

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The Auxiliary Port (J1) is an RS-232 interface. Serial data transfer settings (such as baud rate, word
length, and parity) can be made using <STX>KcSP commands. These settings must match the device that
you are connecting. Jumpers JMP 1 – JMP 4 should be in installed.

A-Class GPIO Auxiliary Data Port

Pin Number(s) Signal
1 +5 VDC (0.5 Amp )
2 RX
3 TX
4 DTR
5 Ground
6&9 N/C
7 RTS
8 CTS

The GPIO Port allows convenient printer to applicator integration. Functions can be configured using the
menu system or via <STX>Kc commands. All configuration settings are saved in non-volatile memory.
Jumper settings are critical:
• Jumper settings allow the printer to power the applicator interface circuitry, or the applicator interface
circuitry can be powered externally.
• Jumper settings allow + 5 or +24 VDC output signal levels to be used.

The Applicator Start of Print Circuit will depend upon the applicator system’s requirements:

J2 - GPIO PORT

• For applicator interface circuitry that 3 Start of Print

will use the printer’s +5 VDC, follow the
4 Slew Label
schematic shown right.
5 Pause Toggle

6 Reprint

1 Ground

Vcc = 5 VDC External Power Source

• For applicator interface circuitry that J2 -GPIO PORT

will supply an external +5 VDC and
2 Vcc
ground, remove JMP 7 and JMP 8 from
3 Start of Print
the Applicator Interface Card and follow
the schematic shown right. 4 Slew Label

5 Pause Toggle

6 Reprint

Ground

The table below details the GPIO Port functions, and configurable settings:

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Failure to configure the GPIO Port’s jumpers for the device(s) you are connecting may result in
damage to the printer and/or the applicator.
WARNING

A-Class GPIO Port (J2) Pin Functions and Associated Jumper Selections
Pin Signal Signal Active Jumper Function /
# Name Direction Setting Placement Description
Ground Ground JMP 7 ‘On’ Printer chassis ground is used
1 Ground (Configurable)
Open Open JMP 7 ‘Off’ Ground return must be supplied
Printer +5 VDC is used
Output +5 VDC JMP 8 ‘On’
+5 VDC (Configurable) (.5 amp max.)
2
Open Open JMP 8 ‘Off’ +5 VDC must be supplied
[5] [1]
3 Start Of Print Input Programmable
[4]
4 Slew Label Input Low
5 Pause Toggle Input Low
N/A N/A
[3]
6 Reprint Input Low
7 +24 VDC (1.0 amp max.) Output +24 VDC
8 Ground Ground Ground
9 Ribbon Low Output Programmable [1]
JMP 9: See WARNING message,
10 Service Required [2] Output Low above.
Pins 1 & 2 =
11 End Of Print Output Programmable [1] +5 VDC When inactive, all output pins
12 Media Out Output Low – OR – will be pulled up to the voltage
Pins 2 & 3 = determined by this jumper
13 Ribbon Out Output Low setting.
+24 VDC
14 Data Ready (DRDY) Output Low
15 Spare Output N/A N/A N/A
[1]
For details see the A-Class Operator’s Manual.
[2]
Evoked by occurrences listed under ‘Fault Messages’ in the A-Class Operator’s Manual.
[3]
Reprints the last label exactly, with no increment or time stamp changes; use it for error conditions. Always keeping this signal
LOW will result in non-stop printing.
[4]
Advances media until the signal goes HIGH and, if not in continuous mode, the media will be positioned at the next available
media TOF.
[5]
If active with no current print job, “WAITING FOR DATA” is displayed. Specifying a quantity of 9999 while always keeping
this signal ‘ON’ will cause non-stop label printing, except in single label mode (see Imaging Mode, Section 4.2.5 of the A-
Class Operator’s Manual), which will cause the printer to stop between labels.

The Green and Yellow Indicators offer a visual sign of printer/applicator activity:

A-Class GPIO Interface Indicators

• Yellow LED Flash at power-up and when the card’s outputs change state.
• Green LED Flash at power-up and when the card’s inputs change state.

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Print Resolutions, Module Identifiers, Maximum Field, Column, & Character Values
Note: In the tables below, the following standards are used:
X = Supported Command
ND = Non-Display

Module ID Printer Model

Description
(Memory Bank) A E Ex2 I M (ND) M W

A DRAM (512 KB - default size) X X X

Flash (256 KB available to user) [1] X X

B
Flash (512 KB available to user) [1] X

C Default, as assigned by <STX>X X X X X X X

DRAM (512 KB - default size)
X
configurable.
D
Internal DRAM (default 1MB)
X X X X
configurable.
G [2, 5] 256 KB Flash Main PCB X X
512 KB Flash Main PCB, configurable up
X
to 6.5 MB with Flash option
[3, 6]
G
128 KB Flash Main PCB, configurable up
X
to 6.25 MB with Flash option
ILPC Module, configurable
X[3, 6] 256 KB to 6.5 MB (6.25 MB in M-Class) X [4] X [4]
based on ILPC Font purchased.

Y 64 KB Flash – Menu / EFIGS – protected X X X

128 KB Flash – Menu / EFIGS – protected X

[6]
F 4 MB Flash – Option, configurable. X X

Z[6] 4 MB Flash – Option ILPC – protected X X

[1]
The availability and size of the Internal Flash Module is dependent upon the installed font option (expandable with the Flash
Memory Expansion Option) and available Flash memory; reference the Configuration Label, or following the <STX>KC
command’s “INTERNAL FLASH MODULE PRESENT” message. The Flash memory has a limited number of writes
(approximately 100,000) and is intended for permanent (or semi-permanent) storage of downloaded images, fonts and label
formats.
[2]
Not available for the I-4206 and I-4208.
[3]
Modules G and X are partitioned to equal the sum of the total space available: 6.5MB A-Class; and, 6.25MB M-Class.
[4]
Module X hosted the ILPC template for a short period.
[5]
Decreased due to added features.
[6]
Configurable; see <STX>KcMCC.

Table K-1: Printer Module Identifiers and Default Memory Allocations

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Printer Maximum Format Fields [1] Total Characters All Fields

A-Class 700 32768
E-Class 450 16,000
I-4206 & I-4208 500 32768
I-4210, I-4212, I-4308, I-4406, & I-4604 700 32768
M-4206 450 16,000
M-4208 & M-4306 700 32768
W-Class 700 32768
[1]
When the product of the number of fields and characters in each field exceeds the available printer memory (the limiting
factor), portions of the label may not print.
Table K-2: Maximum Label Format Fields & Characters

Print Dot Dimensions Maximum Maximum

Printer Resolution (nominal) Print Width “gggg” Value
Model
DPI DPMM Inches Millimeters Dots Millimeters Inch Metric
A-4212 203 8.0 .0043 x .0052 .11 x .13 832 104.1 0410 1041
A-4310 300 11.8 .0027 x .0043 .07 x .11 1248 105.7 0416 1057
A-4408 406 16.0 .0013 x .0018 .05 x .07 1664 104.1 0410 1041
A-4606 600 23.6 0008 x .0015 .03 x .06 2496 105.7 0416 1057
A-6212 203 8.0 .0043 x .0052 .11 x .13 1344 168.1 0662 1680
A-6310 300 11.8 .0027 x .0043 .07 x .11 1920 162.6 6.40 1626
E-4203 203 8.0 .0043 x .0052 .11 x .13 832 104.1 0410 1041
E-4204 203 8.0 .0043 x .0052 .11 x .13 832 104.1 0410 1041
E-4304 300 11.8 .0028 x .0056 .07 x .14 1248 105.7 0416 1057
Ex2 203 8.0 .0043 x .0052 .11 x .13 832 104.1 0410 1041
I-4206 203 8.0 .0043 x .0052 .11 x .13 832 104.1 0410 1041
I-4208 203 8.0 .0043 x .0052 .11 x .13 832 104.1 0410 1041
I-4210 203 8.0 .0043 x .0052 .11 x .13 832 104.1 0410 1041
I-4212 203 8.0 .0043 x .0052 .11 x .13 832 104.1 0410 1041
I-4308 300 11.8 .0027 x .0043 .07 x .11 1248 105.7 0416 1046
I-4406 406 16.0 .0013 x .0018 .05 x .07 1664 104.1 0410 1041
I-4604 600 23.6 0008 x .0015 .03 x .06 2496 105.7 0416 1057
M-4206 203 8.0 .0043 x .0052 .11 x .13 864 108.0 0425 1080
M-4208 203 8.0 .0043 x .0052 .11 x .13 864 108.0 0425 1080
M-4306 300 11.8 .0027 x .0043 .07 x .11 1248 105.7 0416 1057
W-6208 203 8.0 0043 x .0052 .109 x .132 1344 168.1 0662 1681
W-6308 300 11.8 .00027 x .0043 .069 x .108 1920 162.6 0640 1626
W-8306 300 11.8 .00027 x .0043 .069 x .108 2560 216.7 0853 2167
Table K-3: Print Widths, Resolutions, and Record Column Field Values

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Printer Resolution (DPI) Row Adjust Fine Tune <STX>KcRF Parameter Range (+/– dots)
203 -100 – 100 dots
300 -150 – 150 dots
400 -200 – 200 dots
600 -300 – 300 dots
Table K-4: Row Adjust Range per Print Resolution

Printer Resolution (DPI) Column Adjust <STX>KcCA Parameter Range (+/– dots)
203 -100 – 100 dots
300 -150 – 150 dots
400 -200 – 200 dots
600 -300 – 300 dots
Table K-5: Column Adjust Range per Print Resolution

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 Appendix L

Speed Ranges
Speed Value:
Printer Speed Command*
Inches per Second Millimeters per Second
A 1.0 25
B 1.5 38
C 2.0 51
D 2.5 63
E 3.0 76
F 3.5 89
G 4.0 102
H 4.5 114
I 5.0 127
J 5.5 140
K 6.0 152
L 6.5 165
M 7.0 178
N 7.5 191
O 8.0 203
P 8.5 216
Q 9.0 227
R 9.5 241
S 10.0 254
T 10.5 267
U 11.0 279
V 11.5 292
W 12.0 305
X 13.0 330
Y 14.0 356
Z 15.0 381
a 16.0 406
b 17.0 432
c 18.0 457
d 19.0 483
e 20.0 508
*Applicable speed values are printer dependent. See Table L-2, below.

Table L-1: Speed Command Values

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 Appendix L – Speed Ranges

Print Speed Feed Speed Reverse Speed GPIO Slew Speed

Model
Range Default Range Default Range Default Range Default
A-4212 C–W O C–W O C–I G C–a O
A-4310 C–S O C–W O C–I G C–a O
A-4408 C–O K C–S K C–I G C–a K
A-4606 C–K G C–O G C–I G C–a G
A-6212 C–W O C–W O C–I G C–Y O
A-6310 C–S O C–W O C–I G C–Y O
E-4203[1] A–G G A–G G A–E C N/A N/A
E-4204 A–G G A–G G A–E C N/A N/A
E-4304 A–G G A–G G A–E C N/A N/A
Ex2 A–E E A–G E A–E E N/A N/A
I-4206 C–K K C–O K C–G G C–K K
I-4208 C–O O C–O O C–G G C–O O
I-4210 C–S K C–S K C–G G C–S K
I-4212 C–W O C–W O C–G G C–W O
I-4308 C–O K C–O K C–G G C–O K
I-4406 C–K I C–K I C–G G C–K I
I-4604 C–G E C–G E C–G G C–G E
M-4206 C–K G C–K G C–G C C–K G
M-4208 C–O O C–O O C–G G C–O O
M-4306 C–K G C–K G C–G C C–K G
W-6208 C–O K C–S K C–G G C–S K
W-6308 C–O K C–S K C–G G C–S K
W-8306 C–K K C–O K C–G G C–O K
[1]
Maximum speed is limited to ‘E’ unless the optional regulated power supply is attached.

Table L-2: Speed Ranges and Defaults

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 Appendix M

Commands by Function
Commands by Function
Function Command
Backup speed pa
Batch quantity request <SOH>E
Cancel <SOH>C
Character bit-mapped data <ESC>(snnnWdata
Character code <ESC>*cnnnE
Character dump mode <STX>P
Column offset amount Cnnnn
Configuration label and dot pattern print <STX>Z
Configuration Set (See Table 5-1 for individual listings) <STX>Kc
Continuous paper length <STX>cnnnn
Count by ^nn
Cut <STX>o
Cut by :nnnn
Cut by cnn
Decrement alphanumerically <fii
Decrement numerically - fii
DIP switch, host controlled settings <STX>Vn
Dot size height and width Dwh
Edge sensor enable <STX>e
Feed rate <STX>Sa
Feedback characters enable <STX>a
Field data line terminator Tnn
File delete from module <STX>xmfname
Firmware version request <STX>v
Font descriptor <ESC>)snnnW
Font ID number <ESC>*cnnnD
Form feed <STX>F
Set Present Distance <STX>Kfnnnn
Format attribute An
Graphics image download <STX>Iabfnamecr
Heat setting Hnn
Inches <STX>n
Increment alphanumerically >fii
Increment numerically +fii
Label format field replacement <STX>Unnstring
Label formatting start <STX>L
Label length maximum <STX>Mnnnn

Table M-1: Commands (A-L)

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Commands by Function
Function Command
Memory query <STX>KQ
Memory query (new format) <STX>Kq
Metric <STX>m
Metric m
Mirror M
Module clear <STX>qm
Module, compress <STX>zm
Module, directory request <STX>Wa
Module, set default <STX>Xm
Module, FLASH memory Test <STX>w
Module, RAM memory Test <STX>t
Modules, clear all <STX>Q
Pause for each label <STX>J
Pause toggle <SOH>B
Pause, controlled <STX>p
Place data in global register G
Print last label format <STX>G
Print speed Pa
Print time and date <STX>Tstring
Printhead dot pattern test label <STX>T
Quantity labels printed <STX>Ennnn
Quantity of labels Qnnnn
Recall global data and place in field <STX>Sa
Recall stored label rname
Reflective sensor select <STX>r
Replacement field tag U
Reset <SOH>#
Resettable counters reset <STX>Kr
Ribbon saver <STX>Rx
Row offset amount Rnnnn
RS-232 port test <STX>k
Scalable font download <STX>imtaabbb...bcrxxxxxxxxfff...f
Sensor values request <STX>Y
Feed speed Sa
Status ASCII string request <SOH>A
Status byte request <SOH>F
Store label in module & terminate formatting smname
Symbol set select <STX>ySaa
Symbol set select ySaa
Terminate formatting - print label format E
Terminate label formatting, do not print label X
Time and date request <STX>B
Time and date set <STX>AwMMddyearhhmmjjj
Update system database with current database <SOH>U
Zero (Ø) conversion to “0” z

Table M-1: Commands (M-Z)

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Class Series DPL Constraint Cross-Reference

Note: Throughout the tables below, the following standards are used:
X = Supported Command
ND = Non-Display

<SOH> Constraints

Immediate Class Printer Model

Description
Command A E I M – ND M W
# Reset X X X X X X
* Reset X X X X
A Send ASCII Status String X X X X X X
B Toggle Pause X X X X X X
C Stop/Cancel X X X X X X
D SOH Shutdown X X
E Send Batch Quantity X X X X X X
F Send Status Byte X X X X X X
Update System Database with
U X X X X X X
Current Database
Table N-1: Immediate Command <SOH> Constraints

<STX> Constraints

System-Level Class Printer Model

Description
Command A E I M – ND M W
A Set Time and Date X X X X X X
a Enable Feedback Characters X X X X X X
B Get Printer Time and Date Info X X X X X X
b Set Cutter signal time
C Copy Module
c Set Continuous Paper Length X X X X X X
D Memory Dump
Table N-2: System-Level Command <STX> Constraints

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<STX> Constraints

System-Level Class Printer Model

Description
Command A E I M – ND M W
d Set Printer to Double Buffer Mode X X
E Set Quantity for Stored Label X X X X X X
e Select Edge Sensor X X X X X X
F Form Feed X X X X X X
f Set Form Stop Position X X X X X X
G Print Last Label Format X X X X X X
g Internal Batch Software Mode
H Set Cutter Signal Time
I Input Graphics Data X X X X X X
i Download Scalable Font X X X X X X
J Set Pause X X X X X X
k Test RS-232 Port X X X X X X
L Enter Label Formatting Mode X X X X X X
M Set Maximum Label Length X X X X X X
m Set Printer to Metric X X X X X X
N Enter Internal Batch
n Set Printer to Inches X X X X X X
O Set Start of Print Position X X X X X X
o Cycle Cutter X X X X X X
P Enter Character Dump Mode X X X X X X
p Controlled Pause X X X X X X
Q Clear All Modules X X X X X X
q Clear Module X X X X X X
R Ribbon Saver X X
r Select Reflective Sensor X X X X X X
S Set Feed Rate X X X X X X
s Set Printer to Single Buffer Mode X X
T Printhead Dot Pattern Test Label X X X X X X
t Test DRAM Memory Module X X X X X X
U Label Format Field Replacement X X X X X X
Table N-2: System-Level Command <STX> Constraints (continued)

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<STX> Constraints

System-Level Class Printer Model

Description
Command A E I M – ND M W
V Software Switch Settings X X X X X X
v Firmware Version Information X X X X X X
W Request Module Information X X X X X X
w Test FLASH Memory Module X X X X X X
X Set Default Module X X X X X X
x Delete Module File X X X X X X
Y Output Sensor Values X X X X X X
y Select Font Symbol Set X X X X X X
Z Print Configuration and Dot Pattern X X X X X X
z Pack Module X X X X X X
Table N-2: System-Level Command <STX> Constraints (continued)

Extended System-Level Command Constraints

Extended Class Printer Model
System-
Description
Level A E I M – ND M W
Command
Kb Backfeed Time Delay X X
KC Get Configuration X X X X X X
Kc Set Configuration X X X X X X
KD Database Configuration X X
Kd Set File as Factory Defaults X X X X
KE Character Encoding X X X X X X
KF Select Factory Defaults X X X X X X
Kf Set Present Distance X X X X X X
KI GPIO Input
Memory Configuration, Internal
KM X X
Module
KO GPIO Output
KQ Query Memory Configuration X X X X X X
Query Memory Configuration
Kq X X X X X X
(new format)
KP Module Protection X X X X
Table N-3: Extended System-Level Command Constraints

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Extended System-Level Command Constraints

Extended Class Printer Model
System-
Description
Level A E I M – ND M W
Command
KR Reset Memory Configuration X X
Kr Reset Internal Counters X X X X X X
Memory Configuration, Scalable
KS X X
Font Cache
KV Verifier Enable/Disable X X X X
Memory Configuration, Printable
KW X X
Label Width
Kx Delete Configuration File X X X X
Table N-3: Extended System-Level Command Constraints (continued)

Label Formatting Command Constraints

Label Class Printer Model
Formatting Description
Command A E I M – ND M W
: Set Cut by Amount X X X X X X
Make Last Field Entered Increment
+ (>) X X X X X X
Numeric (Alphanumeric)
Make Last Field Entered Decrement
- (<) X X X X X X
Numeric (Alphanumeric)
^ Set Cut by Amount X X X X X X
A Set Format Attribute X X X X X X
B Bar Code Magnification X X X X
C Set Column Offset Amount X X X X X X
c Set Cut by Amount X X X X X X
D Set Dot Size Width and Height X X X X X X
Terminate Label Formatting Mode
E X X X X X X
and Print Label
e Recall Printer Configuration X X X X
F Advanced Font Attributes X X X X X X
f Set Present Speed X X
G Place Data in Global Register X X X X X X
H Enter Heat Setting X X X X X X
J Justification X X X X X X
M Select Mirror Mode X X X X X X
Table N-4: Label Command Constraints

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Label Formatting Command Constraints

Label Class Printer Model
Formatting Description
Command A E I M – ND M W
m Set Metric Mode X X X X X X
n Set Inch Mode X X X X X X
P Set Print Speed X X X X X X
p Set Backfeed Speed X X X X X X
Q Set Quantity of Labels to Print X X X X X X
R Set Row Offset Amount X X X X X X
r Recall Stored Label Format X X X X X X
S Set Feed Speed X X X X X X
s Store Label Format in Module X X X X X X
T Set Field Data Line Terminator X X X X X X
Mark Previous Field as a String
U X X X X X X
Replacement Field
W Wait Mode
X Terminate Label Formatting Mode X X X X X X
y Select Font Symbol Set X X X X X X
Z Zip Mode
z Zero (Ø) Conversion to “O” X X X X X X
<STX>S Recall Global Data X X X X X X
<STX>T Print Time and Date X X X X X X
Table N-4: Label Command Constraints (continued)

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Internal Font Constraints

Internal Class Printer Model

Description
Font A E I M – ND M W

(Ann) Smooth Internal CG

Triumvirate Bitmap Font:
Referencing the Font 9 to Smooth
CG Triumvirate Fonts are
automatically converted to the CG
9 X [2] X [1] X [2] X [1] X [2] X [2]
Triumvirate Scalable Font, when
installed. The printed scalable font
is slightly smaller than previous
printers, measuring less than 1/16
inch over three inches of print.

(S00) CG Triumvirate Bold

9 Condensed Scalable Font. X X X X
(Standard)

(S01) CG Triumvirate Scalable

9 X X X X
Font. (Standard)
[1]
Bitmapped Fonts may or may not be used depending on installed fonts.
[2]
Scaleable Fonts are always used.
Table N-5: Internal Font Constraints

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 Appendix O

Image Loading
The printer will accept four types of image files: .BMP, .IMG, .PCX and a special Datamax 7-bit ASCII
file (as defined in this section). Using the Datamax 7-bit ASCII format will require at least twice as much
data transmission time as the other formats, (see <STX>I). The Datamax ASCII image file format is
made up of a set of records with identical formats, each representing a dot row of the image; a terminator
follows the last of these records.
Dot-row record
•
•
•
•
Dot-row record
Terminator

Each dot-row record has the following format:

Syntax: 80nndd...d<CR>

Where: nn - Is the number of character pairs in dd...d, represented in ASCII hex.

dd…d - Is dot data, character pairs, ASCII hex, 00-FF.

Duplicate records may be encoded using a repeat data record, following the data record that needs
duplicating. The repeat data record format is:

Syntax: 0000FFnn<CR>

Where: nn - Is the number of duplicates, ASCII hex, 00-FF.

The terminator, last record, at the image download is: FFFF<CR>

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^BqA(CR)
^BIAAFLOGO(CR)
8030FFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFF0000(CR)
8030FFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFF0000(CR)
8030FFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFF0000(CR)
8030FFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFF0000(CR)
8030FFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFF0000(CR)
8030FFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFF0000(CR)
8030FFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFF0000(CR)
8030FFC00000007FFC0003FFFFC001FC0001FC0003FFFFC0018000FFC001FF8000C0003FFFFE000000FFFFE0001FFFFF0000(CR)
8030FFC00000000FFC0003FFFFC001FC0001FC0003FFFFC0018000FFC001FF800040001FFFFE0000007FFFC0001FFFFF0000(CR)
8030FFC000000003FC0001FFFFC001FC0001FC0001FFFFC0018000FFC001FF800040001FFFFE0000003FFFC0001FFFFF0000(CR)
8030FFC000000000FC0001FFFFC001FE0001FE0001FFFFC00180007FC000FF800060001FFFFE0000003FFFC0003FFFFF0000(CR)
8030FFE0000000007E0001FFFFC001FE0001FE0001FFFFC00180007FC000FFC00060000FFFFE0000001FFFC0003FFFFF0000(CR)
8030FFE0000000003E0000FFFFC001FE0000FE0000FFFFC00180007FC0007FC00020000FFFFE0000001FFF80003FFFFF0000(CR)
8030FFE0000000001E0000FFFFC001FE0000FF0000FFFFC001C0007FC0007FC00030000FFFFE0010000FFF80003FFFFF0000(CR)
8030FFE0000000000F0000FFFFC001FE0000FF0000FFFFC001C0007FC0007FC00030000FFFFE00180007FF80007FFFFF0000(CR)
8030FFE0000000000700007FFFC001FF0000FF80007FFFC001C0007FC0003FC000380007FFFE00180007FF80007FFFFF0000(CR)
8030FFF0000000000380007FFFC001FF0000FF80007FFFC001C0003FC0003FE000380007FFFE001C0003FF80007FFFFF0000(CR)
8030FFF0000000000380007FFFC001FF0000FF80007FFFC001C0003FC0003FE000380007FFFE001E0003FF80007FFFFF0000(CR)
8030FFF0000000000180003FFFC001FF00007FC0003FFFC001C0003FC0001FE0001C0003FFFE001E0001FF0000FFFFFF0000(CR)
8030FFF00000000001C0003FFFC001FF00007FC0003FFFC001E0003FC0001FE0001C0003FFFE001F0000FF0000FFFFFF0000(CR)
8030FFF00007C00000C0003FFFC001FF00007FE0003FFFC001E0003FC0000FF0001E0003FFFE001F0000FF0000FFFFFF0000(CR)
8030FFF80007F80000E0001FFFC001FF80007FE0001FFFC001E0003FC0000FF0001E0001FFFE001F80007F0000FFFFFF0000(CR)
8030FFF80007FC0000E00000000001FF80007FE00000000001E0001FC0000FF0001E00000000001FC0007F0000FFFFFF0000(CR)
8030FFF80007FE0000600000000001FF80003FF00000000001E0001FC00007F0000F00000000001FC0003F0001FFFFFF0000(CR)
8030FFF80003FF0000700000000001FF80003FF00000000001F0001FC00007F0000F00000000001FE0001E0001FFFFFF0000(CR)
8030FFF80003FF0000700000000001FF80003FF00000000001F0001FC00007F8000F00000000001FE0001E0001FFFFFF0000(CR)
8030FFFC0001FFC0003C0000000001FFE0001FFE0000000001F8000FC00000FC0007E0000000001FFE00000003FFFFFF0000(CR)
8030FFFE0001FFC0001E0000000001FFE0001FFE0000000001F8000FC00000FC0007E0000000001FFF00000003FFFFFF0000(CR)
8030FFFE0001FFC0001E0000000001FFE0001FFE0000000001F8000FC00000FC0007F0000000001FFF00000007FFFFFF0000(CR)
8030FFFE0000FFC0001F0000000001FFE0000FFF0000000001F8000FC000007C0003F0000000001FFF80000007FFFFFF0000(CR)
8030FFFE0000FFC0001F0000000001FFE0000FFF0000000001FC0007C000007E0003F0000000001FFF80000007FFFFFF0000(CR)
8030FFFE0000FFE0001F0001FFC001FFE0000FFF8001FFC001FC0007C000003E0003F8000FFE001FFFC0000007FFFFFF0000(CR)
8030FFFE0000FFE0000F8001FFC001FFF0000FFF8000FFC001FC0007C000003E0003F8000FFE001FFFE000000FFFFFFF0000(CR)
8030FFFF0000FFE0000F8000FFC001FFF0000FFF8000FFC001FC0007C000003E0003F8000FFE001FFFE000000FFFFFFF0000(CR)
8030FFFF0000FFE0000F8000FFC001FFF00007FFC000FFC001FC0007C000001F0001FC000FFE001FFFF000000FFFFFFF0000(CR)
8030FFFF00007FE0000FC000FFC001FFF00007FFC0007FC001FE0007C002001F0001FC0007FE001FFFF000000FFFFFFF0000(CR)
8030FFFF00007FF0000FC0007FC001FFF00007FFE0007FC001FE0003C002001F0001FE0007FE001FFFF800000FFFFFFF0000(CR)
8030FFFF00007FF0000FE0007FC001FFF80007FFE0007FC001FE0003C003000F0001FE0007FE001FFFFC00001FFFFFFF0000(CR)
8030FFFF80007FF00007E0007FC001FFF80007FFE0003FC001FE0003C003000F0001FE0003FE001FFFFC00001FFFFFFF0000(CR)
8030FFFF80007FF00007E0003FC001FFF80003FFF0003FC001FE0003C00300078001FF0003FE001FFFFE00001FFFFFFF0000(CR)
8030FFFF80003FF00007F0003FC001FFF80003FFF0003FC001FE0003C00380078000FF0003FE001FFFFE00001FFFFFFF0000(CR)
8030FFFF80003FF80007F0003FC001FFF80003FFF0001FC001FF0003C00380078000FF8001FE001FFFFE00001FFFFFFF0000(CR)
8030FFFF80003FF80007F0001FC001FFF80003FFF8001FC001FF0001C003C0038000FF8001FE001FFFFE00001FFFFFFF0000(CR)
8030FFFFFFC0000000007FFC000001F80000000000FC000001FFF0000003FFE0000007FFC000001FFFC0003F80007FFF0000(CR)
8030FFFFFFE000000000FFFC000001F80000000000FE000001FFF8000003FFE0000007FFE000001FFFC0003FC0003FFF0000(CR)
8030FFFFFFF000000000FFFE000001F80000000000FE000001FFF8000003FFF0000007FFE000001FFFC0003FC0003FFF0000(CR)
8030FFFFFFFC00000000FFFE000001FC0000000000FE000001FFF8000003FFF0000007FFE000001FFFC0003FE0001FFF0000(CR)
8030FFFFFFFE00000000FFFE000001FC00000000007F000001FFF8000003FFF0000007FFF000001FFFC0003FE0001FFF0000(CR)
8030FFFFFFFF00000001FFFF000001FC00000000007F000001FFF8000003FFF8000007FFF000001FFF80003FF0000FFF0000(CR)
8030FFFFFFFFC0000001FFFF000001FC00000000007F000001FFF8000003FFF8000003FFF800001FFF80007FF0000FFF0000(CR)
8030FFFFFFFFE0000003FFFF800001FC00000000007F800001FFFC000003FFF8000003FFF800001FFF80007FF80007FF0000(CR)
8030FFFFFFFFF0000007FFFF800001FC00000000007F800001FFFC000003FFFC000003FFF800001FFF80007FF80007FF0000(CR)
8030FFFFFFFFF800000FFFFF800001FE00000000003FC00001FFFC000003FFFC000003FFFC00001FFF00007FFC0003FF0000(CR)
8030FFFFFFFFFE00001FFFFFC00001FE00000000003FC00001FFFC000003FFFE000003FFFC00001FFF00007FFC0003FF0000(CR)
8030FFFFFFFFFF00007FFFFFC00001FE00000000003FC00001FFFC000003FFFE000003FFFE00001FFF00007FFE0001FF0000(CR)
8030FFFFFFFFFF8003FFFFFFC00001FE00000000003FE00001FFFC000003FFFF000003FFFE00001FFF00007FFE0001FF0000(CR)
8030FFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFF0000(CR)
8030FFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFF0000(CR)
8030FFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFF0000(CR)
8030FFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFF0000(CR)
8030FFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFF0000(CR)
8030FFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFF0000(CR)
8030FFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFF0000(CR)
FFFF(CR)
^BL(CR)
1Y1100000000000LOGO(CR)
E(CR)
Figure O-1: Sample Datamax 7-bit ASCII File Image

Figure O-2: Sample Label

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 Appendix P

UPC-A and EAN-13: Variable Price/Weight Bar Codes

The EAN/UPC standard allows for an additional checksum to be generated in the middle of the bar code
based on the data. This is used when the price or weight of an item is embedded into the bar code data
(commonly used in the food industry).
For the printer to generate this checksum, a ‘V’ must be placed in the data stream in the position the
checksum is requested. If the ‘V’ is placed in the 6th position for UPC-A or the 7th position for EAN-13,
a checksum will be generated using the next five digits in the data stream. If the ‘V’ is placed in the 7th
position for UPC-A or the 8th position for EAN-13, a checksum will be generated using the next four
digits in the data stream. The checksum is generated per the EAN/UPC bar code standard.

Examples:

1B110000200020012345V01199
Prints the UPC-A bar code with the variable price checksum in the sixth position.

1B1100002000200123456V0150
Prints the UPC-A bar code with the variable price checksum in the seventh position.

1F1100002000200123456V01199
Prints the EAN-13 bar code with the variable price checksum in the seventh position.

1F11000020002001234567V0150
Prints the EAN-13 bar code with the variable price checksum in the eighth position.

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 Appendix Q

International Language Print Capability (ILPC) Programming Examples

ILPC, offered as a field upgrade or a factory installable option, allows the printing of non-English
character sets, available with European language support (CG TIMES), KANJI language support
(GOTHIC B and GOTHIC E [available on the E-Class and non-display M-Class printer models]), Chinese
language support (SIMPLIFIED GB) and Korean Hangul. All of the features are embedded in the printer
resident firmware and accessible through DPL thus eliminating excessive download time of bitmapped
characters. Using scalable technology licensed from AGFA, this firmware allows users to print smooth
characters in sizes from 4pt (1.4 mm) to 999pt (350 mm) in over 40 languages. Consult Appendix I for
code page selections. Specific details regarding which characters are supported in each option can be
obtained through Datamax Technical Support.

ILPC - CG® TIMES Option

The CG Times Option is a single-byte scalable font consisting of four typefaces in 38 Western European
languages. This option contains over 900 unique characters in each of the four typefaces from the CG
Times typeface family, Normal, Italic, Bold, and Bold Italic. Single-byte scalable fonts are selected using
a print format record (see Generating Label Formats and Appendix H for details).

Scalable CG® TIMES Font Code (‘eee’ field):

SA0 - CG TIMES
SA1 - CG TIMES ITALIC
SA2 - CG TIMES BOLD
SA3 - CG TIMES BOLD ITALIC

Sample Greek DPL file and resulting label:

<02>L<CR>
D11<CR>
ySWG<CR>
1911SA003600020P020P020(WG) Greek Characters from<CR>
1911SA003000085P020P020the internal Symbol Set,<CR>
1911SA002400085P020P020font code SA0<CR>
1911SA001500050P020P020<ca><e1><eb><f9><f3><ef><f1><df><f3><e1><f4><e5><20><d3><f5><ed>
<dd><e4><f1><e9><ef><20><CR>
1911SA001100100P020P020<f4><f9><e3><20><c5><f4><e1><df><f1><f9><e3><20><f4><e7><f2><CR>
1911SA000700140P020P020Datamax<CR>
1X1100000100020B365190005005<CR>
Q0002<CR>
E<CR>

Note: The notation “<xx>” in this DPL file should be interpreted by the reader as representing the hexadecimal
value of the character sent to the printer.

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Sample label created using the preceding

data:

ILPC-KANJI Option

The Kanji Option is a double byte scalable font supporting Kanji Gothic B (or Gothic E on E-Class and
non-display M-Class printers). In the double byte format, the printer recalls one character printed from
every two 8-bit bytes sent from the host. Double byte scalable fonts are selected using a print format
record (see Generating Label Formats and Appendix H for details).

Scalable Double-Byte Font Map - KANJI

eee Scalable Binary Hex ASCII Code
Font Name
(Font Code) Font Type Addressing Addressing Pages
U40 Scalable Resident HG-Gothic-B Kanji √ EUC, JIS,
Scalable SJIS, UC
u40 Scalable Resident HG-Gothic-B Kanji √ EUC, JIS,
Scalable SJIS, UC
UK1 Scalable Resident HG-Gothic-E Kanji √ EUC, JIS,
Scalable SJIS
uK1 Scalable Resident HG-Gothic-E Kanji √ EUC, JIS,
Scalable SJIS
u50 - Scalable Non-Resident User defined √
u5z… (download)
u90 - u9z
U50 - Scalable Non-Resident User defined √
U5z... (download)
U90 - U9z

Note: Not all fonts contain an entire compliment of character codes for a given character map. Gothic E is
available only on E-Class and non-display M-Class printers.

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Sample Kanji Gothic B DPL file (binary addressing) and the resulting label:
<02>L<CR>
D11<CR>
ySPM<CR>
1911S0003100010P020P015Scalable Kanji Gothic B Available<CR>
1B110000020017001234567890<CR>
yUJS<CR>
1X1100001900010b0392011000020002<CR>
112200002800030JIS CHARACTER’S IN ALL 4 ROTATION’S<CR>
112200002600030Rotation 1<CR>
1911U4002650150P012P012<4D><3F><21><21><21><21><4D><4F><21><21><21><21><4D><5F><21><21>
<21><21><4D><6F><00><00><CR>
112200002400030Rotation 2<CR>
2911U4002600150P012P012<4D><3F><00><00><CR>
2911U4002600205P012P012<4D><4F><00><00><CR>
2911U4002600250P012P012<4D><5F><00><00><CR>
2911U4002600300P012P012<4D><6F><00><00><CR>
112200002200030Rotation 3<CR>
3911U4002330315P012P012<4D><6F><21><21><21><21><4D><5F><21><21><21><21><4D><4F><21><21>
<21><21><4D><3F><00><00><CR>
112200002000030Rotation 4<CR>
4911U4001950165P012P012<4D><3F><00><00><CR>
4911U4001950215P012P012<4D><4F><00><00><CR>
4911U4001950265P012P012<4D><5F><00><00><CR>
4911U4001950315P012P012<4D><6F><00><00><CR>
1X1100001100010b0392007500020002<CR>
112200001650030SCALING JIS CHARACTER’S<CR>
1911U4001200020P010P020<21><6F><00><00><CR>
1911U4001200050P020P020<21><6F><00><00><CR>
1911U4001200080P030P020<21><6F><00><00><CR>
1911U4001200110P040P020<21><6F><00><00><CR>
1911U4001200145P040P030<21><6F><00><00><CR>
1911U4001200190P040P040<21><6F><00><00><CR>
1911U4001200250P040P050<21><6F><00><00><CR>
1911U4001200320P040P060<21><6F><00><00><CR>
112200000050010NORMAL INVERSE<CR>
112200000050245 NORMAL MIRROR<CR>
1911U4000250010P040P040<21><6F><00><00><CR>
1911U4000250245P040P040<4B><30><00><00><CR>
A5<CR>
1911U4000250090P040P040<21><6F><00><00><CR>
A1<CR>
M<CR>
1911U4000250390P040P040<4B><30><00><00><CR>
M<CR>
E<CR>

Note: The notation “<xx>” in this DPL file should be interpreted by the reader as representing the hexadecimal
value of the byte sent to the printer.

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Sample Kanji Gothic E DPL file (Hex-ASCII addressing) and resulting label:
<02>L<CR>
D11<CR>
ySPM<CR>
1911S0003100010P020P015Scalable Kanji Gothic E Available<CR>
1B110000020017001234567890<CR>
yUJS<CR>
1X1100001900010b0392011000020002<CR>
112200002800030JIS CHARACTER’S IN ALL 4 ROTATION’S<CR>
112200002600030Rotation 1<CR>
1911uK102650150P012P0124D3F212121214D4F212121214D5F212121214D6F<CR>
112200002400030Rotation 2<CR>
2911uK102600150P012P0124D3F<CR>
2911uK102600205P012P0124D4F<CR>
2911uK102600250P012P0124D5F<CR>
2911uK102600300P012P0124D6F<CR>
112200002200030Rotation 3<CR>
3911uK102330315P012P0124D6F212121214D5F212121214D4F212121214D3F<CR>
112200002000030Rotation 4<CR>
4911uK101950165P012P0124D3F<CR>
4911uK101950215P012P0124D4F<CR>
4911uK101950265P012P0124D5F<CR>
4911uK101950315P012P0124D6F<CR>
1X1100001100010b0392007500020002<CR>
112200001650030SCALING JIS CHARACTER’S<CR>
1911uK101200020P010P020216F<CR>
1911uK101200050P020P020216F<CR>
1911uK101200080P030P020216F<CR>
1911uK101200110P040P020216F<CR>
1911uK101200145P040P030216F<CR>
1911uK101200190P040P040216F<CR>
1911uK101200250P040P050216F<CR>
1911uK101200320P040P060216F<CR>
112200000050010NORMAL INVERSE<CR>
112200000050245 NORMAL MIRROR<CR>
1911uK100250010P040P040216F<CR>
1911uK100250245P040P0404B30<CR>
A5<CR>
1911uK100250090P040P040216F<CR>
A1<CR>
M<CR>
1911uK100250390P040P0404B30<CR>
M<CR>
E<CR>

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ILPC-CHINESE Option

The Chinese Option is a double byte scalable font supporting Simplified GB Chinese. In the double byte
format the printer recalls one character printed from every two 8-bit bytes sent from the host. Double byte
scalable fonts are selected using a print format record (see Generating Label Formats and Appendix H for
details).
DPL Big 5 Encoding Support: With the ILPC Chinese option, the printer firmware supports font files
that are encoded for the GB Character Map and the Big 5 Character Map. The resident Asian font in the
printer is encoded in the GB Character Map. To utilize the Big 5 Character Map, the user must download
a font file that is Big 5 encoded. The font file downloaded must be of a size compatible with the internal
module size available or of a size compatible with an external (plug in) module where applicable. Printing
characters from the Big 5 encoded font file is accomplished by:

1. Setting the character mapping with a System Command or Label Format Command (<STX>yUB5 or
yUB5, respectively).
2. Setting the ‘b’ field = ‘9’ and ‘eee’ field = ‘Unn’, where ‘nn’ is equal to the Font ID number selected
for the Big 5 encoded font file downloaded.
3. Selecting string data corresponding to the Big 5 Character Map.

Scalable Double-Byte Font Map - CHINESE

eee Scalable Font Binary Hex ASCII Code
(Font Code) Font Type Name Addressing Addressing Pages
UC0 Scalable Resident Simplified √ GB
GB Chinese
uc0 Scalable Resident Simplified √ GB
GB Chinese
U50 - Scalable Non-Resident (download) Big 5 √ B5
U5z...
U90 - U9z
u50 - u5z… Scalable Non-Resident (download) Big 5 √ B5
u90 - u9z
U50 - Scalable Non-Resident (download) User defined √
U5z... –
U90 - U9z
u50 - u5z… Scalable Non-Resident (download) User defined √
u90 - u9z –

Sample Simplified GB Chinese DPL file (binary addressing) and resulting label:
<02>L<CR>
D11<CR>
ySPM<CR>
1911S0003100010P020P015Scalable Chinese Available in GB Character Set<CR>
1B110000020017001234567890<CR>
yUGB<CR>
1X1100001900010b0392011000020002<CR>
112200002800030GB CHARACTER’S IN ALL 4 ROTATION’S<CR>
112200002600030Rotation 1<CR>
1911UC002650150P012P012<BD><D0>A1><A1><A1><A1><BD><D1><A1><A1><A1><A1><BD><D2><A1><A1>
<A1><A1><BD><D3><00><00><CR>
112200002400030Rotation 2<CR>

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2911UC002600150P012P012<BD><D0><00><00><CR>
2911UC002600205P012P012<BD><D1><00><00><CR>
2911UC002600250P012P012<BD><D2><00><00><CR>
2911UC002600300P012P012<BD><D3><00><00><CR>
112200002200030Rotation 3<CR>
3911UC002330315P012P012<BD><D3><A1><A1><A1><A1><BD><D2><A1><A1><A1><A1><BD><D1><A1><A1>
<A1><A1><BD><D0><00><00><CR>
112200002000030Rotation 4<CR>
4911UC001950165P012P012<BD><D0><00><00><CR>
4911UC001950215P012P012<BD><D1><00><00><CR>
4911UC001950265P012P012<BD><D2><00><00><CR>
4911UC001950315P012P012<BD><D3><00><00><CR>
1X1100001100010b0392007500020002<CR>
112200001650030SCALING GB CHARACTER’S<CR>
1911UC001200020P010P020<BA><D0><00><00><CR>
1911UC001200050P020P020<BA><D0><00><00><CR>
1911UC001200080P030P020<BA><D0><00><00><CR>
1911UC001200110P040P020<BA><D0><00><00><CR>
1911UC001200145P040P030<BA><D0><00><00><CR>
1911UC001200190P040P040<BA><D0><00><00><CR>
1911UC001200250P040P050<BA><D0><00><00><CR>
1911UC001200320P040P060<BA><D0><00><00><CR>
112200000050010NORMAL INVERSE<CR>
112200000050245 NORMAL MIRROR<CR>
1911UC000250010P040P040<BD><E0><00><00><CR>
1911UC000250245P040P040<BD><E1><00><00><CR>
A5<CR>
1911UC000250090P040P040<BD><E0><00><00><CR>
A1<CR>
M<CR>
1911UC000250390P040P040<BD><E1><00><00><CR>
M<CR>
E<CR>

Note: The notation “<xx>” in this DPL file should be interpreted by the reader as representing the hexadecimal
value of the byte sent to the printer.

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ILPC-KOREAN Option

The Korean Option is a double-byte scalable font supporting Korean Hangul. In the double-byte format,
the printer recalls one character printed from every two 8-bit bytes sent from the host. Double-byte
scalable fonts are selected using a print format record (see Generating Label Formats and Appendix H for
details).
Scalable Double-Byte Font Map - KOREAN
eee Scalable Binary Hex ASCII Code
Font Name
(Font Code) Font Type Addressing Addressing Pages
UH0 Scalable Resident Korean Hangul √ UC
uh0 Scalable Resident Korean Hangul √ UC
u50 - Scalable Non-Resident User defined √
u5z… (download)
u90 - u9z
U50 - Scalable Non-Resident User defined √
U5z... (download)
U90 - U9z

Note: Not all fonts contain an entire compliment of character codes for a given character map.

Sample Korean Hangul DPL file (binary addressing) and the resulting label:
<02>L<CR>
D11<CR>
ySPM<CR>
1911S0003100010P020P015Scalable Korean Available in UC Character Set<CR>
yUUC<CR>
1B110000020017001234567890<CR>
1X1100001900010b0392011000020002<CR>
112200002800030HANGUL CHARACTER’S IN ALL 4 ROTATIONS<CR>
112200002600030Rotation 1<CR>
1911UH002620150P012P012<AC><00><00><00><CR>
1911UH002620205P012P012<AC><65><00><00><CR>
1911UH002620250P012P012<AC><69><00><00><CR>
1911UH002620300P012P012<AC><DF><00><00><CR>
112200002400030Rotation 2<CR>
2911UH002550150P012P012<AC><00><00><00><CR>
2911UH002550205P012P012<AC><65><00><00><CR>
2911UH002550250P012P012<AC><69><00><00><CR>
2911UH002550300P012P012<AC><DF><00><00><CR>
112200002200030Rotation 3<CR>
3911UH002330165P012P012<AC><00><00><00><CR>
3911UH002330220P012P012<AC><65><00><00><CR>
3911UH002330265P012P012<AC><69><00><00><CR>
3911UH002330315P012P012<AC><DF><00><00><CR>
112200002000030Rotation 4<CR>
4911UH001950165P012P012<AC><00><00><00><CR>
4911UH001950215P012P012<AC><65><00><00><CR>
4911UH001950265P012P012<AC><69><00><00><CR>
4911UH001950315P012P012<AC><DF><00><00><CR>
1X1100001100010b0392007500020002<CR>
112200001650030SCALING HANGUL CHARACTERS<CR>
1911UH001200020P010P020<AC><AC><00><00><CR>
1911UH001200050P020P020<AC><AC><00><00><CR>
1911UH001200080P030P020<AC><AC><00><00><CR>

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1911UH001200110P040P020<AC><AC><00><00><CR>
1911UH001200145P040P030<AC><AC><00><00><CR>
1911UH001200190P040P040<AC><AC><00><00><CR>
1911UH001200250P040P050<AC><AC><00><00><CR>
1911UH001200320P040P060<AC><AC><00><00><CR>
112200000200010NORMAL INVERSE<CR>
112200000200245 NORMAL MIRROR<CR>
1911UH000450010P040P040<AC><4D><00><00><CR>
1911UH000450245P040P040<AC><15><00><00><CR>
A5<CR>
1911UH000450090P040P040<AC><4D><00><00><CR>
A1<CR>
M<CR>
1911UH000450390P040P040<AC><15><00><00><CR>
M<CR>
E<CR>

Note: The notation “<xx>” in this DPL file should be interpreted by the reader as representing the hexadecimal
value of the byte sent to the printer.

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Plug and Play IDs

MFG:Datamax;
CMD:DPL;
MDL:I4208;
CLS:PRINTER;
DES:Datamax 4208 Label Printer Version 06.06 07/09/2001

Where:
CMD = Fixed string “DPL”

MDL = Model (valid MDLs are A4212, A4310, A4408, A4606, A6212, A6310, E4203, E4204, E4304,
Ex2, M4206, M4208, M4306, I4206, I4208, I4308, I4210, I4212, I4406, I4604, W6308,
W6208, and W8306)

CLS = Fixed string “PRINTER”

DES = Description (subject to change with the application [firmware] revision and printer model)

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Line Mode
Line Mode allows the printer to respond to raw data from a device that may not be able to send a
complete DPL file. In Line Mode, raw data is directed into replaceable fields in formats, or templates,
stored in the printer.

The printer can be placed in Line Mode via the front panel, as explained in the printer’s Operating
Manual, or by using the <STX>KcEM command (see Extended System-Level Command Functions),
where:

<STX>KcEM0 will enter standard DPL Mode; and,

<STX>KcEM1 will enter Line Mode.

Note: The printer will reset following a change of mode. While in Line Mode, the printer will also respond to DPL
commands; however, special download types (such as firmware updates) should only be sent when the
printer is in DPL mode.

Line Mode Specifics

Raw data sent to the printer must be terminated by a carriage return [0x0D].

The host timeout setting (see <STX>KcHT) will determine the maximum waiting period between
data sent. If the timeout value is reached, the label will print using the data received before
timeout occurred.

A form feed [0x0C] may be sent to terminate processing and print the data that has been
received.
Note: E-Class and M-4206 printers also allow the Feed Key to be pressed to terminate the waiting
period and print the data.

Issuing the <STX>Ennnn command (where nnnn represents the print count), allows quantities
of the same label to be printed.

The printer must have a template program loaded. A template is a standard DPL file that ends in a
store format command, instead of the print command (E). The template name must be either
DMXFRM or DMXFRMxx. Using DMXFRMxx, allows multiple templates to be available.

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Sample DMXFRM Template:

The following sample uses DMXFRM as the template name and stores it to the default module. (The default
module is printer model dependent.)

<STX>L
PG
SG
D11
15110000160001099999999999999999999999999999999999
U
151100001200010FIXED FIELD #1
15110000080001099999999999999999999999999999999999
U
151100000400010FIXED FIELD #2
15110000000001099999999999999999999999999999999999
U
Q0001
sCDMXFRM

To print a label, the attached device now only has to send the data. Sample data in this example is as
follows:

TEST DATA AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA[CR]

TEST DATA BBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBB[CR]
TEST DATA CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC[CR]

The sample data will print the following label (layout and font are approximations):

TEST DATA AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA

FIXED FIELD #1
TEST DATA BBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBB

FIXED FIELD #2
TEST DATA CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC

If multiple labels are needed, data for the labels can be sent at the same time. Sample data for two labels:

TEST DATA AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA[CR]

TEST DATA BBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBB[CR]
TEST DATA CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC[CR]
TEST DATA DDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDD[CR]
TEST DATA EEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE[CR]
TEST DATA FFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFF[CR]

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The sample data will print the following two labels (layout and font are approximations):

Label 1:

TEST DATA AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA

FIXED FIELD #1
TEST DATA BBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBB

FIXED FIELD #2
TEST DATA CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC

Label 2:

TEST DATA DDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDD

FIXED FIELD #1
TEST DATA EEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE

FIXED FIELD #2
TEST DATA FFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFF

Sample DMXFRMxx Template:

If a template in the form of DMXFRMxx is used, the data must be preceded by the value of xx. Below is a
sample template for DMXFRMxx:

<STX>L
PG
SG
D11
15110000160001099999999999999999999999999999999999
U
151100001200010FIXED FIELD NUMBER ONE
15110000080001099999999999999999999999999999999999
U
151100000400010FIXED FIELD NUMBER TWO
15110000000001099999999999999999999999999999999999
U
Q0001
sCDMXFRMA1

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Sample data for DMXFRMxx type templates:

A1>TEST DATA AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA[CR]

A1>TEST DATA BBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBBB[CR]
A1>TEST DATA CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC[CR]

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RFID Interface Overview

The printer has two different operational modes for the programming of RFID tags: Direct Mode and
Label Formatting Mode.

The RFID programming data can be entered in one of two formats: ASCII, or Hexadecimal. Data in
the ASCII format is entered as conventionally, while data in the hexadecimal format is entered as the
hexadecimal-pairs equivalent of the ASCII character(s). For example, to program the word “TEST” in
the ASCII format, the data is entered as TEST; alternately, in the hexadecimal format the word is
entered as 54455354. The other important consideration is the data format byte count. Compared to
the ASCII format, hexadecimal formats use twice the number of bytes. Returning to the example
above, in the ASCII format “TEST” has a byte count of four, while the hexadecimal format
equivalent has a byte count of eight.

To send information about the results of tag printing back to the host, refer to the <STX>KcOF
command.

Direct Mode

Direct Mode allows the user (host) to directly control the reading and writing of RFID tags. This mode
contains both a generic Read / Write Interface and a high level HF / UHF Tag Interface. In Direct Mode,
each RFID tag is individually processed with status and data responses.

Generic Read/Write Interface

The Generic Read/Write Interface allows the Host Application to send generic commands for RFID
operations by utilizing the printer’s database for specific parameters. Requiring no knowledge of the
tag types being used (except the data format), these commands consist of simple read and write
operations. See the <STX>KaR and <STX>KaW commands for details.

HF (13.56 MHz) ISO15693 Tag Interface

The ISO15693 Tag Interface allows the Host Application to perform specific operations pertaining to
HF-type (13.56 MHz) tags. Since these commands override the printer’s database by interfacing
directly to the tag module, knowledge of HF tags and their operation is required. See the <STX>KtA,
<STX>KtD, <STX>KtE, <STX>KtH, <STX>KtU, <STX>KtR, and <STX>KtW commands for details.

UHF (915 MHz) Class 1 Tag Interface

The Class 1 Tag Interface allows the Host Application to perform specific operations pertaining to
UHF-type (915 MHz) tags. Since these commands override the printer’s database by interfacing
directly to the tag module, knowledge of Alien Technology’s Class 1 tags and their operation is
required. See the <STX>KuE, <STX>KuG, <STX>KuI, <STX>KuL, <STX>KuR, <STX>KuT, <STX>KuV,
and <STX>KuW commands for details.

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Label Formatting Mode

Label Formatting Mode utilizes the current printer configuration to process all reading, writing, and
exception processing for each tag printed. (For exception processing and fault handling, see the
<STX>KcFH command.) The specification for RFID programming is contained in the data fields of the
DPL label format, which instructs the printer to write and read data. Label Formatting Mode supports auto
increment and decrement commands (+/-). The RFID Label Formatting commands are detailed below.
Note: Only one RFID operation per label is allowed.

Wx / W1x: RFID
Syntax for RFID (spaces shown for readability):
a bbb c d eee ffff gggg jj…j
Where:
Field Valid Inputs Meaning
Operation to perform, where:
1 = Read (report to host)
a 1, 2, and 3
2 = Write
3 = Write / Verify
bbb Wnx RFID Hexadecimal Operation, where no ‘n’ is an implied 1.
c 0 Not Used
d 0 Not Used
Lock after write, where:
x = 0 – Use printer setup to determine if lock is performed.
eee xyy x = 1 – Lock after write.
yy = Lock Code, representing a 2-character hex value (UHF
only).
ffff 0000 – 9998 Starting block number to begin writing (HF only).
gggg 0000 Not Used
Valid hexadecimal
pairs per character Data to write to the tag.
jj…j
followed by a Note: UHF must be 16 or 24.
termination character.

The following example encodes an RFID chip, starting at block 001, with “Datamax writes RFID
best”:
<STX>L
D11<CR>
2W1x0000000010000446174616D61782077726974657320524649442062657374<CR>
E

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WX / W1X: RFID with Byte Count Specifier

Specified Length – The upper case X identifies an RFID data string with a string 4-digit length
specifier. The length specifier allows values 0x00 through 0xFF to be included within the data
strings without conflicting with the DPL format record terminators. The four-digit decimal data byte
count immediately follows the four-digit column position field. This value includes all of the data
following the byte count field, but does not include itself.

Syntax for RFID with Byte Count Specifier (spaces shown for readability):
a bbb c d eee ffff gggg hhhh jj…j
Where:
Field Valid Inputs Meaning
Operation to perform, where:
1 = Read (report to host)
a 1, 2, and 3
2 = Write
3 = Write / Verify
bbb Wnx RFID Hexadecimal Operation, where no ‘n’ is an implied 1.
c 0 Not Used
d 0 Not Used
Lock after write, where:
x = 0 – Use printer setup to determine if lock is performed.
eee xyy x = 1 – Lock after write.
yy = Lock Code, representing a 2-character hex value (UHF
only).
ffff 0000 – 9998 Starting block number to begin writing (HF only).
gggg 0000 Not Used
Number of bytes to follow (to include all bytes that follow until
Four-digit decimal the end of the data).
hhhh
data byte count.
Note: UHF should be 8 or 12.

Valid ASCII character Data to write to the tag.

jj…j string followed by a
termination character. Note: UHF must be 8 or 12.

The following example encodes an RFID chip, starting at block 001, with “Datamax <CR> writes
RFID best.” It includes a Byte Count Specifier (the portion in bold), where 0024 equals a four-digit
decimal data byte count and includes all bytes that follow until the end of the data. Field termination
is set by the byte count.
<STX>L
D11<CR>
2W1X00000000100000024Datamax<CR>
writes RFID best<CR>
E

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 Appendix U

Bar Code Symbology Information Sources

American National Standards Institute (ANSI)

1819 L Street, NW
Washington, DC 20036 USA
Phone: 202-293-8020
Fax: 202-293-9287
http://www.ansi.org/

Association for Automatic Identification and Mobility, Inc.

125 Warrendale-Bayne Road
Warrendale, PA 15086 USA
Phone: 724-934-4470
Fax: 724-934-4495
http://www.aimglobal.org/

Automotive Industry Action Group

26200 Lahser Rd., Suite 200
Southfield, MI 48034-7100 USA
Phone: 248-358-3570
Fax: 248-358-3253
http://www.aiag.org/

Computing Technology Industry Association

1815 S. Meyers Road, Suite 300
Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181-5228 USA
Phone: 630-678-8300
Fax: 630-268-1384
http://www.comptia.org/

GS1 (International Article Numbering Association)

Blue Tower
Avenue Louise 326 - Bte 10
1050 Brussels - Belgium
Phone: 32(0)2-788 78 00
Fax: 32(0)2-788 78 99
http://www.gs1.org/

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Health Industry Business Communications Council (HIBCC)

2525 E Arizona Biltmore Circle, Suite 127
Phoenix, Arizona 85016 USA
Phone: 602-381-1091
Fax: 602-381-1093
http://www.hibcc.org/

Uniform Code Council, Inc.

7887 Washington Village Drive, Suite 300
Dayton, OH 45459 USA
Phone: 937-435-3870
Fax: 937-435-7317
http://www.uc-council.org/

U.S. Government Printing Office

732 North Capitol St. NW
Washington, DC 20401 USA
Phone: 202.512.0000
Fax: 202-512-1293
http://www.gpo.gov/

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 Glossary

alphanumeric Consisting of alphabetic, numeric, punctuation and other symbols.

backing material The silicon-coated paper carrier material to which labels with adhesive backing are
affixed. Also referred to as “liner”.

bar code A representation of alphanumeric information in a pattern of machine-readable marks. The

basic categories are divided into one-dimensional (UPC, Code 39, Postnet, etc.) and two-
dimensional bar codes (Data Matrix, MaxiCode, PDF417, etc.).

boot loader The resident program that loads the application from Flash memory, decompresses it into
the DRAM, and starts operations.

burn line The row of thermal elements in the printhead that create the images on the media.

calibration The process through which Media Sensor readings are entered into the printer for correct
sensor function (for example, detection of a given media type) and top of form positioning.

character set The entire complement of alphanumeric symbols contained in a given font.

checksum An alphanumeric error detection method used in many bar code symbologies for
informational security.

continuous media An uninterrupted roll or box of label or tag stock media that contains no gap, slit,
notch, or black mark to separate individual labels or tags.

cutter A mechanical device with a rotary or guillotine type blade used to cut labels or tags following
printing.

defaults The functional setting values returned following a factory reset of the printer.

diagnostics Programs used to locate and diagnose hardware problems.

die-cut media Media that has been cut into a pattern using a press, where the excess paper is removed
leaving individual labels, with gaps between them, attached to a backing material.

direct thermal The printing method that uses a heat sensitive media and only the heat of the thermal
printhead to create an image on the label.

direct thermal media Media coated with special chemicals that react and darken with the application of
heat.

DPI (dots per inch) A measurement of print resolution, rated in the number of thermal elements
contained in one inch of the printhead. Also referred to as “resolution.”

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DPL (Datamax Programming Language) programming commands used specifically for control of
and label production in Datamax printers.

fan-fold Media that is folded and stacked.

feed speed The rate at which the media moves under the printhead in non-printed areas or when the
FEED Key is pressed.

Flash memory Non-volatile memory (does not require printer power to maintain data) that can be
erased and reprogrammed, used to hold the printer’s operating program.

font A set of alphanumeric characters that share a particular typeface.

gap A space between die-cut or notched labels used to sense the top-of-form.

IPS (inches per second) Imperial measurement of printer speeds.

label A paper or synthetic printing material, typically with a pressure sensitive adhesive backing.

label length The distance from the top of the label to the bottom of the label as it exits the printer.

label repeat The distance from the top of one label to the top of the next label.

label tracking Excessive lateral (side to side) movement of the media as it travels under the printhead.

label width The left to right measurement of the label as it exits the printer.

media Generalized term for all types of printing stocks, including: roll fed, continuous, butt-cut, die-cut,
reflective, and fanfold.

media hub Device in the printer used to support roll media.

media sensor An electronic device equipped with photosensors to detect media and the top-of-form on
die-cut, notched or reflective media.

MMPS (millimeters per second) Metric measurement of printer speeds.

notched stock Media, typically tag stock, with holes or notches in the material that is used to signal the
top-of-form. The printer must be set to ‘gap’ to use this media type.

perforation Small cuts extending through the backing and/or label material to facilitate their separation.
Also referred to as “perf”.

preprinted media Label stock that contains borders, text, or graphics, floodcoating, etc.

present sensor An electronic sensor that provides a signal to the printer firmware that a label is present,
typically located beyond the printhead, where the labels exits the printer.

print speed The rate at which the media moves under the printhead during the printing process.

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reflective media Media imprinted with carbon-based black marks on the underside of the material,
which is used to signal the top-of-form when the ‘reflective’ Media Sensor is enabled.

registration Repeatable top to bottom alignment of printed labels.

reverse speed The backward rate of media motion into the printer during tear-off, peel and present and
cutting operations for positioning the label at the start of print position.

ribbon An extruded polyester tape with several layers of material, one of which is ink-like, used to
produce an image on the label. Also referred to as “foil”.

roll media A form of media that is wound upon a cardboard core.

slew speed The speed at which the media moves under the printhead in non-printed areas and between
labels using the GPIO function.

start of print The position on the label where the printing actually begins.

tag stock A heavy paper or synthetic printing material, typically featuring a notch or black mark for top
of form and no adhesive backing.

thermal transfer The printing method that creates an image by transferring ink from a ribbon onto the
media using the heat from the thermal printhead.

TOF (top-of-form) The start of a new label as indicated by a label gap, notch, mark or programming.

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