^JW — Set Ribbon Tension
Plain English
Adjusts the tension applied to the thermal transfer ribbon. Higher tension prevents wrinkles but can cause ribbon breaks. Only relevant for thermal transfer (not direct thermal).
When to use
When you see ribbon wrinkles in the print — increase tension. If ribbon breaks — decrease it.
Syntax
^JWa
Parameters
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
a | Tension level: L (low), M (medium), H (high) |
Example
^XA ^JWH ^XZ
Set ribbon tension to high