Thermal print head module and method for using

Details Thermal print head module and method for using Thermal print head module and method for using

1997-02-10

1999-03-23

Tran, Huan

Incremental printing of symbolic information

Thermal marking apparatus or processes

Recording means engaging or holding means

347222, 347 49, B41J 2534, B41J 2902

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058867260

ABSTRACT:
The present invention relates to a print module for use with a thermal printer. The print module includes a carriage including fastening structure for detachably fastening the carriage to the printer. The carriage is sized and shaped to receive print heads of various sizes and geometries from any number of manufacturers. A specific print head is mounted on the carriage along with a source of non-volatile memory. The source of non-volatile memory contains operational values characteristic of the specific print head. The operational values can be utilized by the printer to make operational adjustments that are customized with respect to the specific print head.

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