TOP > Getting Started > Configuring the Product According to Media and Options > Print Method Print Method The product supports two types of print methods, thermal transfer and direct thermal.Thermal transferPrints using a ribbon.Direct thermalPrints using direct thermal media. • Ribbon is not necessary if you are using direct thermal media. Change the print method according to the following procedure: 1. Press the button in Online mode. The product changes to Offline mode.2. Press the button. The product changes to Settings mode.3. Select [Printing] using the / buttons. 4. Press the button. The item list appears.5. Select [Printing Mode] using the / buttons. 6. Press the button. The [Printing Mode] screen appears.7. Select the print method using the / buttons. [Use Ribbon]Prints using a ribbon.[Direct Thermal]Prints using direct thermal media.8. Press the button to confirm. Back to top