Rice Lake Datamax M-Class - Manual (Page 155)

M-Class 147
Saving a Configuration File
(printers with display only)
The printer can save and restore complete printer settings, including media calibration parameters, as internal Configuration Files.
Here are the highlights and restrictions of this feature:
• Configuration files eliminate the need to repeat the manual steps of a special printer setup, making future changeovers
faster and easier.
• Configuration files can be setup, saved, and restored either from the host or via the front panel as ‘C-type’ files on
Module Y under unique filenames that can be up to nineteen characters in length.
• Configuration files enable the host, via special DPL commands, to control parameters previously accessible only from the front
panel (consult the Class Series Programmers Manual for details).
• Regular host settings can not be saved using the front panel menu.
Note: Configuration files will typically correspond to a particular printer and media application. If a file will be shared among
printers, do NOT include unique parameters (such as calibrations and adjustments) because those settings will vary from
one unit to another.
When using the front panel to save a configuration file the keypad functions within the ‘Save Setting As’ submenu are as
follows:
REV
The DOWN ARROW Key scrolls down through the alphanumeric, underscore, and delete character.
FWD
The UP ARROW Key scrolls up through the alphanumeric and underscore characters, and the delete
function.
The ENTER Key accepts the displayed character and advances the cursor.
Saves the displayed file.