^MP - Mode Protection

Overview

The ^MP command disables various Mode functions on the front panel. Once disabled, settings for that particular mode function can no longer be changed and the associated LED will not light, providing security and preventing unauthorized configuration changes.

Syntax

^MPa

Parameters

• a = Mode to protect (required)
  • D = Disable Darkness Mode
  • P = Disable Position Mode
  • C = Disable Calibration Mode
  • E = Enable All Modes (default for v18.6.0+)
  • S = Disable all Mode Saves (modes adjustable but not saved)
  • W = Disable Pause Key (v18.6.0+)
  • F = Disable Feed Key (v18.6.0+)
  • X = Disable Cancel Key (v18.6.0+)
  • M = Disable Menu Changes (v18.6.0+)

Description

• Protects printer configuration from unauthorized changes
• Disables specific front panel functions
• Associated LED does not light when disabled
• Can be combined with multiple ^MP commands
• Provides security in shared printer environments

Protected Functions

Darkness (D)

• Disables darkness/heat adjustment
• Users cannot change print intensity
• Useful for critical print applications

Position (P)

• Disables position adjustment
• Media alignment cannot be changed
• Ensures consistent label positioning

Calibration (C)

• Disables media calibration
• Prevents accidental re-calibration
• Maintains current sensor settings

Mode Save (S)

• Allows adjustment but prevents saving
• Settings revert at power-on
• Temporary changes only

Keypad Buttons (W, F, X, M)

• Disable specific button functions
• Pause, Feed, Cancel button control
• Menu access restrictions

Usage Notes

• Each mode requires individual ^MP instruction
• Can be combined with multiple commands
• Instruction ignored if parameter is missing or incorrect
• Enable All (E) restores all functions
• Changes take effect immediately

Examples

Protect Darkness and Calibration

^XA
^MPD
^MPC
^XZ

Disables darkness mode and calibration mode.

Protect All Modes

^XA
^MPD
^MPC
^MPS
^XZ

Disables darkness, calibration, and mode saves.

Enable All Modes

^MPE

Restores all front panel functions.

Disable Pause Key

^MPW

Prevents operators from pausing printer.

Security Scenarios

Production Environment

^MPD  ; Protect darkness
^MPC  ; Protect calibration
^MPS  ; Protect saves

Prevents accidental configuration changes.

Restricted Access

^MPW  ; Disable pause
^MPX  ; Disable cancel
^MPF  ; Disable feed

Limits operator interaction.

Related Commands

• ^JU - Configuration Update
• ^KP - Define Password
• ^CV - Code Validation

See Also

• Configuration Update (^JU)
• Define Password (^KP)