3 Basic Printing Method This chapter describes the basic command structure for printing labels. 3.1 Basic print command structure The basic structure for commands that are transmitted when printing is shown below. Figure 3.1-1 Basic print command structure Table 3.1-1 Description of basic print command structure The print settings that should be transmitted for each printing job are described in Chapter 4 Print Settings. Methods for controlling more advanced printing jobs and post-printing operations are described in Chapter 5 Various Printing Methods. Epson ESC/Label Application Development Guide CW-C8000 Series Rev.
B Page 8 Item Description Setting commands for each printing job Insert the commands that perform the settings for each printing. It is recommended to also delete any unnecessary files that remain in the printer during this step. Specify the resolution before each setting. Image registration commands Register the image files to be used for printing. Print commands Insert commands related to printing and operation instructions for the printer. Rendering commands Insert the commands for rendering print data such as text, barcodes, and images. Post-printing operation commands Insert the commands for printer operations after printing, such as auto cut, buzzers, and pausing the printer.
Printing complete commands Insert the commands for the next printing job after a printing job is complete. Delete the files that were registered for printing.