Configuring Blackmark Adjustment for a Badge

Overview

The Blackmark Adjustment setting in the Badge Editor allows users to fine-tune badge print alignment when using printers that rely on black mark detection. By adjusting the offset values, users can ensure that badge content is positioned correctly on both single-sided and double-sided badges. The adjustment can be configured in either inches or millimetres, depending on user preference and printer requirements.

Step-by-Step Approach

1. Access the Badge Editor

• On the Event Dashboard, navigate to Onsite Check-In.
• Click on the Badges sub-module.
• Click on any badge from the list to open it in the Badge Editor.

2. Configure Blackmark Adjustment for Double-Sided Badges

Enter or Edit Blackmark Adjustment in Inches (Double-Sided Badge)

• Enter or edit the blackmark adjustment value in inches to align printing correctly for double-sided badges.
• Edit the value if the front or back content prints too high or too low on the badge.

Enter or Edit Blackmark Adjustment in Millimetres (Double-Sided Badge)

• Enter or edit the blackmark adjustment value in millimetres when configuring double-sided badge printing.
• Fine-tune the millimetre value to improve print accuracy for printers calibrated in metric units.

3. Configure Blackmark Adjustment for Single-Sided Badges

Enter or Edit Blackmark Adjustment in Inches (Single-Sided Badge)

• Enter or edit the blackmark adjustment value in inches to align content for single-sided badge printing.
• Edit the adjustment value if the printed content is misaligned or partially cut off.

Enter or Edit Blackmark Adjustment in Millimetres (Single-Sided Badge)

• Enter or edit the blackmark adjustment value in millimetres for single-sided badges.
• Utilise millimetre-based adjustments when working with printers or label stock that require metric measurements.

4. Save and Verify

• Save the badge configuration once the blackmark adjustments are complete.
• Run a test print to verify that the badge aligns correctly with the printer’s black mark sensor.
• Update the adjustment values further if necessary.

Best practice:
• Make small incremental adjustments and run a test print after each change to achieve precise alignment.