Setting Up Counters 


Counters in I-Mark software allow automatic numbering of parts or products, useful for serialization, batch tracking, or production counts.

Access the Counter Settings

  1. On the Ribbon menu, select your active machine.
  2. The Counters dialog will appear.

Configuring a Counter


  1. Select the desired counter (e.g., Counter 0).
  2. Set the parameters according to your application requirements.


Important Notes: 

  • The Final Number determines how many digits the counter will use.
    • Example: Final Number = 99999 → five digits.
  • Maximum value = 99999. After reaching this value, the counter will reset.
  • Additional reset conditions are available depending on your application.

Using Counters in Text Entities


  1. Insert the counter into your text string using the counter code:

%C1  → Counter 1

%C2  → Counter 2

%C3  → Counter 3

  1. Place the counter code anywhere in your text entity.
  2. Multiple counters can be used in the same layout or across different programs.

Ensure counters are uniquely assigned per program/layout to prevent unintended overlap.


Viewing and Overriding Counter Values

  1. Navigate to the Diagnostics tab on the left side of the controller page.
  2. Select the Counters tab.
  3. Here you can:
    • View of current counter values
    • Manually override any counter as needed

Operational Notes

  • Counters automatically increase according to the programmed layout.
  • Ensure the correct counter number is used in the text entity to match your setup.
  • Use the diagnostics view to monitor and adjust counters during production. This allows precise control of serialized marking and ensures repeatable, traceable outputs.

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