Appendix A – Specifications 41
Approved Media
To achieve optimum print quality and maximum printhead life, Datamax-O’Neil specifies the use of Datamax-
O’Neil brand media and ribbons. These supplies are specially formulated for use in our printers; use of other
supplies may affect the print quality, performance, and life of the printer or its components. For a current list
of approved media and ribbons for use in direct thermal and thermal transfer applications, please contact a
Media Representative at (407) 523-5650.
Description Max
[1]
Min
[1]
A Label width
203 DPI: 4.25
300 DPI: 4.12
.75
B Backing width 4.4 .75
C Gap between labels .25 .10
D Label length 24
[3]
.25
[4]
E Total thickness .010
[6]
.0025
F Notch opening width -- .20
G
Distance from the center of the media to
the center of media sensor aperture
.1875 --
with the Adjustable Media Sensor option
Adjustable across full media width
H Reflective mark width
[2]
4.4 .50
I Distance between reflective marks 24
[3]
.25
[5]
J Reflective mark length .25 .10
[1]
Units of measure are in inches.
[2]
The reflective (black) mark must be carbon based, placed on the backside of the
stock, and the reflectance shall be less than 10% at wavelengths of 950 and 640
nm.
[3]
The label length may vary up to 99 inches with printable area not exceeding the
maximum label length.
[4]
This distance is inclusive of the minimum gap between labels. Min length of 1.25
inches (31.8mm) with optional Cutter installed.
[5]
This distance is inclusive of the minimum reflective mark.
[6]
.007 inches (.117mm) w/Standard Cutter.
