Media & Sensor Commands
^MN - Media Tracking
Sets media tracking method
^MN - Media Tracking
Overview
The ^MN command configures how the printer detects and tracks media position during printing.
Syntax
^MNa,bParameters
- a = Media type
- N = Non-marking media
- Y = Continuous media
- W = Web sensing
- M = Mark sensing
- b = Web sensor offset in dots
Description
- Configures media detection method
- Affects how printer feeds media
- Critical for label alignment
- Determines stop/start positions
Usage Notes
- Set at format beginning
- Must match media characteristics
- Affects print accuracy
- Printer must have correct sensor
Example
^XA
^MNY,0
^FO50,50
^ADN
^FDContinuous Media^FS
^XZMedia Types
| Type | Usage | Description |
|---|---|---|
| N | Gap | Non-marking between labels |
| Y | Continuous | No gaps |
| W | Web | Width sensing |
| M | Mark | Black mark sensing |
Related Commands
^MT- Media Type^SS- Set Media Sensors^MM- Print Mode