Is there any way to get this thing to stop wasting an inch of tape for every print?
1650886
Hi Brian, I have noticed the exact same thing. I don't think there is any way to fix that issue, since it feeds automatically. However, I will say this: We have had ours for several years now (5+) and although we don't use it all the time, it has worked perfectly, every single time. And the slicer cuts and dispenses very well. If you can overlook the "wasted tape" issue, I think you'll really like this little machine. It's handy. It's small. And we have never had one issue with this, at all. Hope this helped. :-)
1650887
The machine will always waste a half inch on the left side because this is how much it needs to feed to get the previous label out. I think this is due to their cartridge design, so I expect that any machine using TZ tape cartridges has this problem. But, if you look at your [Margin] setting, you can choose "Full", "Half", "Narrow", or "Chain Print". If you need to print multiple labels, use "Chain Print" and there will be nothing wasted between labels. Chain Print does not fully eject the label, so you need to hit "Feed" when you're done or the cutter will chop your last label in half. "Narrow" is the best you can get for a single label, and just cut off the leading half inch.
1650888
The machine will always waste a half inch on the left side because this is how much it needs to feed to get the previous label out. I think this is due to their cartridge design, so I expect that any machine using TZ tape cartridges has this problem. But, if you look at your [Margin] setting, you can choose "Full", "Half", "Narrow", or "Chain Print". If you need to print multiple labels, use "Chain Print" and there will be nothing wasted between labels. Chain Print does not fully eject the label, so you need to hit "Feed" when you're done or the cutter will chop your last label in half. "Narrow" is the best you can get for a single label, and just cut off the leading half inch. The machine will always waste a half inch on the left side because this is how much it needs to feed to get the previous label out. I think this is due to their cartridge design, so I expect that any machine using TZ tape cartridges has this problem. But, if you look at your [Margin] setting, you can choose "Full", "Half", "Narrow", or "Chain Print". If you need to print multiple labels, use "Chain Print" and there will be nothing wasted between labels. Chain Print does not fully eject the label, so you need to hit "Feed" when... » Read More The machine will always waste a half inch on the left side because this is how much it needs to feed to get the previous label out. I think this is due to their cartridge design, so I expect that any machine using TZ tape cartridges has this problem. But, if you look at your [Margin] setting, you can choose "Full", "Half", "Narrow", or "Chain Print". If you need to print multiple labels, use "Chain Print" and there will be nothing wasted between labels. Chain Print does not fully eject the label, so you need to hit "Feed" when you're done or the cutter will chop your last label in half. "Narrow" is the best you can get for a single label, and just cut off the leading half inch. « Show Less
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You cant turn the tape off. U cud just not put a tape in. That may be hard on the printer head but if u do that i wud also leave out the ink. I dont understand why u wud even want to do this. Tape rolls are realy cheap and last a long time. Also this is the only way u can see the machine is cashed out each night to zero. U will get used to the benefits if using a tape Im sure
588162
Make sure you have the paper type properly set. I accidently set mine to card stock, deactivating duplex printing for that tray.
2088754
I am having this same problem and wasting a lot of sheets. I did about 20 sheets no problem and then once the corner folding started I can't get it to stop. I'm considering sending the machine back for another brand.
12279
To get from the paper tray to the printer heads and out of the printer, the medium to be printed has to make a hairpin turn of maybe 1-2 inches radius. Regular copier paper has no problem with that, but the occasional adhesive CD/DVD label just might come loose from its backing, really gumming up the works. This applies to adhesive labels generally. I couldn't in good conscience recommend using this model for such an application.
1222725
simple problem.....your memory card is too big for this old printer TO READ IT try to get the smaller capacity memory card if still available out there it should definetely be under a 1 GB, OTHERWISE, IT WON T READ.
1797098
Good luck. I'm glad someone else had a constructive answer for you. I threw that printer out so long ago I forgot I ever had it. Really. Good luck. I mean it.
18299
What kind of problem? Print quality, size, resolution??? Can you be more specific?
1060635
Remove ALL cartridges and reload. You my need to do so more than once to get around the message.
1649190
I don't know of any way to get around this "feature". The machine appears to be programmed to stick the inch or so leader on the label. It appears to me that the manufacturer knew this was a issue because they print the two small dots at the point where the label has to be cut to center it. I wish I had a solution for you. Good luck in finding one.
566321
The maximum tape size for this printer is 1", but you can make the type size edge to edge (top to bottom) which looks pretty huge. We use them for names on hard hats and you can read them from quite a distance.
2210090
Maybe you need to do an alignment. OR When you go to printing preferences, click on Maintenance and there are options. Maybe you can find the option that will help.
1835386
Their is an option on USPS to "print without reciept" when you get to the step right before you print OR you can just fold the label in half! I have done both:)
762125
I'm only answering because I had the same trouble at first. I do not mean to offend if you think I'm just stating the obvious. Once you start, leave the covering long and cut the tape from it. It was my instinct to cut all the pieces to size, instead I pealed & cut leaving the covering long and uncut.
1765231
Have you tried checking the print folder in your control panel? You might be able to remove the unwanted project from the queue. I haven't had this printer in over 10 years, put I think that should work. Let me know if it works out.
2009669
huh, I have never had that problem. I am thinking though that you may have gotten a bad batch or something. How many different times have you used the tape? If only once then I do not know. But if you keep using the same tape and taking it off and putting it back on, it would do that. If its the latter, start over. The tape is just worn out. If it is neither I suggest getting another tape roll and putting it in. That should do it. Good luck!
1165061
The tape roll appears to be the same. It is currently in a 'cartridge' that inserts into the dymo. At worst, you may have to remove the tape roll from the cheap plastic holder and insert directly. I don't recall the old machines having a plastic insert, but the tape still feeds, squeeze prints and exits the same ol' way. For the price of the tape here, it's worth a shot !!