^PP / ~PP - Programmable Pause

Overview

The ^PP (or ~PP) command inserts a pause in the print job, allowing operator intervention between print batches.

Syntax

^PPa,b

or

~PPa,b

Parameters

• a = Number of labels to print before pause
• b = Pause time in seconds

Description

• Pauses printing for specified time
• Allows operator to change media or settings
• Useful for batch printing with changes
• Both ^ and ~ versions identical

Usage Notes

• Pause occurs after specified number of labels
• Useful for multi-part forms
• Can pause for media changes
• Typical pause: 5-30 seconds

Example

^XA
^PP25,10
^FO50,50
^ADN
^FDLabel^FS
^XZ

Common Uses

• Changing ribbon colors
• Media replacement
• Operator acknowledgment
• Print job verification

Related Commands

• ^PQ - Print Quantity
• ~JA - Cancel All
• ~JP - Pause and Cancel

See Also

• Print Quantity (^PQ)
• Cancel All (~JA)