TOP > Loading Media and Ribbon > Settings to Match the Media > Print Method (Combined Direct Thermal/Thermal Transfer Model Only) Print Method (Combined Direct Thermal/Thermal Transfer Model Only) For the combined direct thermal/thermal transfer model, you can select from two types of print methods.Thermal transferPrints using a ribbon.Direct thermalPrints using direct thermal media. • Ribbon is not necessary if you are using direct thermal media. The print method can be set through the Startup Guide, Media Startup, and Media Profiles Registration. Alternatively, the following procedure can be used. 1. Tap [SETTINGS] on the Home screen or Offline screen.2. Input the password if it is enabled.3. Tap [Printing].4. Tap [Printing Mode].5. Select the print method.[Use Ribbon]Prints using a ribbon.[Direct Thermal]Prints using direct thermal media.Related TopicsStartup Guide FlowSetting Batch Print Settings in Media Startup (When Using Only One Type of Media)Registering Print Settings as Media Profiles (When Using Multiple Types of Media)Logging In to/Logging Out of the Settings Mode Back to top