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Introduction BROTHER QL-500/550/650TD/1050/1050N Software User's Guide Creating Labels (For Windows) Creating Labels (For Macintosh) QL-500 QL-650TD QL-550 QL-1050/1050N 1 Appendix
Introduction BROTHER QL-500/550/650TD/1050/1050N Software User's Guide Creating Labels (For Windows) Creating Labels (For Macintosh) QL-500 QL-650TD QL-550 QL-1050/1050N 1 Appendix
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... Print Server (sold separately 58 Controlling with the ESC/P Commands 59 Available Commands 59 Serial Cables ...59 Printing Directly from Other Applications 60 Installing the Printer Driver 60 Printing from Other Applications 62 Uninstalling the Software 63 For Windows ...63 For Macintosh ...64 Specifications ...66 Product Specifications 66 Operating Environment 67 3 Creating Labels...
... Print Server (sold separately 58 Controlling with the ESC/P Commands 59 Available Commands 59 Serial Cables ...59 Printing Directly from Other Applications 60 Installing the Printer Driver 60 Printing from Other Applications 62 Uninstalling the Software 63 For Windows ...63 For Macintosh ...64 Specifications ...66 Product Specifications 66 Operating Environment 67 3 Creating Labels...
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... or directions that should read them before using the printer, such as "the printer") enables you can also create and print labels directly from the label printer which is a "PDF manual" contained on the included CD-ROM. The Brother QL-500/QL-550/QL-650TD/QL-1050/QL-1050N label printer (hereafter... pointer changes to you to quickly and easily print custom labels created with the label software, P-touch Editor. Make sure to create/print labels using just the printer (Brother QL650TD only). About This Manual This manual is connected to the corresponding pages. Also ...
... or directions that should read them before using the printer, such as "the printer") enables you can also create and print labels directly from the label printer which is a "PDF manual" contained on the included CD-ROM. The Brother QL-500/QL-550/QL-650TD/QL-1050/QL-1050N label printer (hereafter... pointer changes to you to quickly and easily print custom labels created with the label software, P-touch Editor. Make sure to create/print labels using just the printer (Brother QL650TD only). About This Manual This manual is connected to the corresponding pages. Also ...
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...software downloads and FAQs. This dialog box allows you to create a layout by step how to create a label layout. • When you select [Check for Updates] with a PC connected to the Internet, you will be taken to the Brother Solutions Center. Creating Labels (For Macintosh) Appendix 7 Starting P-touch Editor Starting P-touch... Editor 1 Click [Start]-[All Programs (Programs)]- [Brother P-touch]-[P-touch Editor 4.2]. In the [General...
...software downloads and FAQs. This dialog box allows you to create a layout by step how to create a label layout. • When you select [Check for Updates] with a PC connected to the Internet, you will be taken to the Brother Solutions Center. Creating Labels (For Macintosh) Appendix 7 Starting P-touch Editor Starting P-touch... Editor 1 Click [Start]-[All Programs (Programs)]- [Brother P-touch]-[P-touch Editor 4.2]. In the [General...
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Add-In settings To register or cancel the Add-In function, after the software installation, use the Add-In settings. 1 Click [Start]-[All Programs(Programs)]- [Brother P-touch]-[P-touch Tools][P-touch Editor 4.2 Add-Ins Utility]. The [Brother P-touch Add-In Settings] dialog box appears. 2 Click on the application's security settings. For details on security settings, refer to print and...
Add-In settings To register or cancel the Add-In function, after the software installation, use the Add-In settings. 1 Click [Start]-[All Programs(Programs)]- [Brother P-touch]-[P-touch Tools][P-touch Editor 4.2 Add-Ins Utility]. The [Brother P-touch Add-In Settings] dialog box appears. 2 Click on the application's security settings. For details on security settings, refer to print and...
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...driver and application software, unless the application software allows the proper label size to set Installing the Printer Driver 1 From [Control Panel], open [Printers and Faxes (Printers)]. Creating Labels (For Macintosh) Appendix You can use this printer is used to...printer driver. Set the format name ("Name") and size ("Width", "Length", and "Feed"), and click . 60 Installing the Printer Driver For details, refer to print directly from most Windows® application, by clicking . Because the paper size for this printer to Windows® Help. 2 Select "Brother QL-500/550...
...driver and application software, unless the application software allows the proper label size to set Installing the Printer Driver 1 From [Control Panel], open [Printers and Faxes (Printers)]. Creating Labels (For Macintosh) Appendix You can use this printer is used to...printer driver. Set the format name ("Name") and size ("Width", "Length", and "Feed"), and click . 60 Installing the Printer Driver For details, refer to print directly from most Windows® application, by clicking . Because the paper size for this printer to Windows® Help. 2 Select "Brother QL-500/550...
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...Programs] dialog appears. 2 Select "Brother P-touch Editor 4.2", and click . The uninstall operation starts. Appendix 5 Close the [Add or Remove Programs] dialog. The [Confirm Uninstall] dialog box appears. The P-touch Address Book, and Software User's Guide (PDF Manual) ... (For Macintosh) 3 Click . After the software and printer driver are removed from the personal computer. P-touch Editor has been uninstalled. Introduction Uninstalling the Software This section describes how to uninstall the software and printer driver from your computer, the [Maintenance Complete...
...Programs] dialog appears. 2 Select "Brother P-touch Editor 4.2", and click . The uninstall operation starts. Appendix 5 Close the [Add or Remove Programs] dialog. The [Confirm Uninstall] dialog box appears. The P-touch Address Book, and Software User's Guide (PDF Manual) ... (For Macintosh) 3 Click . After the software and printer driver are removed from the personal computer. P-touch Editor has been uninstalled. Introduction Uninstalling the Software This section describes how to uninstall the software and printer driver from your computer, the [Maintenance Complete...
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Creating Labels (For Windows) Creating Labels (For Macintosh) Appendix 67 Operating Environment Introduction Operating Environment Items Brother QL-500/550 Specifications Brother QL-650TD Brother QL-1050 Windows® Windows® 2000 Professional/XP *1 OS Macintosh® Mac OS 10.1-10.4.7(PowerPC); OS ... Mac environment. *3 The RS-232C interface is required when printing with ESC/P commands. *4 Required available space when installing the software with all of available space *4 Windows® Memory Macintosh® Windows® 2000 Professional/XP: More than 128 MB More...
Creating Labels (For Windows) Creating Labels (For Macintosh) Appendix 67 Operating Environment Introduction Operating Environment Items Brother QL-500/550 Specifications Brother QL-650TD Brother QL-1050 Windows® Windows® 2000 Professional/XP *1 OS Macintosh® Mac OS 10.1-10.4.7(PowerPC); OS ... Mac environment. *3 The RS-232C interface is required when printing with ESC/P commands. *4 Required available space when installing the software with all of available space *4 Windows® Memory Macintosh® Windows® 2000 Professional/XP: More than 128 MB More...
Quick Setup Guide - English
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... briefly while the InstallShield® Wizard prepares for the Brother software, and then click [Next]. Change the default destination folder if you to install the software. Typical • P-touch Editor • Help • Layout styles • P-touch Library • Fonts • Clip Art •...dialog box appears. The name of the QL-500/550. 9 Check that have created on the operating environment the software is selected, installation continues. When using your personal computer until directed to do so when installing the printer driver. • To prevent injury ...
... briefly while the InstallShield® Wizard prepares for the Brother software, and then click [Next]. Change the default destination folder if you to install the software. Typical • P-touch Editor • Help • Layout styles • P-touch Library • Fonts • Clip Art •...dialog box appears. The name of the QL-500/550. 9 Check that have created on the operating environment the software is selected, installation continues. When using your personal computer until directed to do so when installing the printer driver. • To prevent injury ...
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... ...13 Installing the Paper Guide...14 INSTALLING SOFTWARE 15 Software Overview ...15 Software and Compatible Operating Systems 15 Installation Precautions ...15 Installing the Software...16 Uninstalling Software ...29 Uninstalling P-touch Editor Version 4.1 29 Uninstalling the Printer Driver ...30 Connecting the QL-500/550 to Multiple Computers 31 Using the QL-500/550 as a Shared Printer 31 Using the PS-9000 Print Server...
... ...13 Installing the Paper Guide...14 INSTALLING SOFTWARE 15 Software Overview ...15 Software and Compatible Operating Systems 15 Installation Precautions ...15 Installing the Software...16 Uninstalling Software ...29 Uninstalling P-touch Editor Version 4.1 29 Uninstalling the Printer Driver ...30 Connecting the QL-500/550 to Multiple Computers 31 Using the QL-500/550 as a Shared Printer 31 Using the PS-9000 Print Server...
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... USA Only) Responsible Party: Brother International Corporation 100 Somerset Corporate Boulevard Bridgewater, NJ 08807-0911 USA TEL: (908) 704-1700 declares that may cause undesired operation. If this User's Guide carefully before using the label editing software provided. However, there is...conditions: (1) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that the product Product Name: Brother Label Printer QL-500/550 Model Number: QL-500/550 complies with the limits for future reference. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against ...
... USA Only) Responsible Party: Brother International Corporation 100 Somerset Corporate Boulevard Bridgewater, NJ 08807-0911 USA TEL: (908) 704-1700 declares that may cause undesired operation. If this User's Guide carefully before using the label editing software provided. However, there is...conditions: (1) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that the product Product Name: Brother Label Printer QL-500/550 Model Number: QL-500/550 complies with the limits for future reference. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against ...
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.... You are also responsible for loss or damage to your purchase you are responsible for warranty service: Report your issue to our P-touch Customer Service Hotline at 1-877-478-6824 or to products purchased and used in accordance with a copy of your dated bill of... without the proper preparation and/or packaging); (3) Damage caused by another device or software used outside the United States). and, (5) Problems arising from the original purchase date or the rated life of local Brother Authorized Service Center(s), call 1-800521-2846. This limited warranty is covered: •...
.... You are also responsible for loss or damage to your purchase you are responsible for warranty service: Report your issue to our P-touch Customer Service Hotline at 1-877-478-6824 or to products purchased and used in accordance with a copy of your dated bill of... without the proper preparation and/or packaging); (3) Damage caused by another device or software used outside the United States). and, (5) Problems arising from the original purchase date or the rated life of local Brother Authorized Service Center(s), call 1-800521-2846. This limited warranty is covered: •...
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... these points: Close the top cover when operating the cutter unit. This software may be easily accessible. When the cutter blade becomes dull, replace the ... buildup on the CD-ROM is meant for use with ink jet printers. See License on multiple personal computers for use the applicator included with... occur due to CD/DVD disks designed for use with the QL-500/550 only. Brother accepts no responsibility for any loss or damage of data caused ... outlet and remove the cutter unit carefully with tweezers so you do not touch the blade. • If a paper jam should break off the CD...
... these points: Close the top cover when operating the cutter unit. This software may be easily accessible. When the cutter blade becomes dull, replace the ... buildup on the CD-ROM is meant for use with ink jet printers. See License on multiple personal computers for use the applicator included with... occur due to CD/DVD disks designed for use with the QL-500/550 only. Brother accepts no responsibility for any loss or damage of data caused ... outlet and remove the cutter unit carefully with tweezers so you do not touch the blade. • If a paper jam should break off the CD...
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... computer until directed to your personal computer yet. Do not connect the QL-500/550 to do so when installing the printer driver. If the QL500/550 is left open, dust will appear. Refer to a personal computer that does not have the printer driver software installed, the... dialog box shown here will collect on page 16. 10 QL-500/550 Components GETTING STARTED QL-500/550 Components QL-500/550 Label Printer „ Front QL-500 DK Roll compartment cover QL-550 DK Roll compartment cover FEED button LED...
... computer until directed to your personal computer yet. Do not connect the QL-500/550 to do so when installing the printer driver. If the QL500/550 is left open, dust will appear. Refer to a personal computer that does not have the printer driver software installed, the... dialog box shown here will collect on page 16. 10 QL-500/550 Components GETTING STARTED QL-500/550 Components QL-500/550 Label Printer „ Front QL-500 DK Roll compartment cover QL-550 DK Roll compartment cover FEED button LED...
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... after you have the printer driver software installed, the dialog box shown here will appear. The wire in the cord may become damaged. Do not connect the QL-500/550 to the USB port of your personal computer until directed to do so when installing the printer driver. GETTING STARTED Connecting... have finished using the QL-500/550. • Do not pull the cord when removing it from the electrical outlet. Do not connect the QL-500/550 to the Power Supply Click [Cancel], remove the USB cable, and then install the printer driver software. Refer to "Installing the Software" on page 16....
... after you have the printer driver software installed, the dialog box shown here will appear. The wire in the cord may become damaged. Do not connect the QL-500/550 to the USB port of your personal computer until directed to do so when installing the printer driver. GETTING STARTED Connecting... have finished using the QL-500/550. • Do not pull the cord when removing it from the electrical outlet. Do not connect the QL-500/550 to the Power Supply Click [Cancel], remove the USB cable, and then install the printer driver software. Refer to "Installing the Software" on page 16....
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z INSTALLING SOFTWARE INSTALLING SOFTWARE Software Overview Install the following label editor software and printer driver on your personal computer to design professional labels and print them on labels. P-touch Editor Version 4.1 also contains features to print labels on the screen. Add-In Software for managing names, addresses and other information previously entered on your QL-500/550. Software and Compatible Operating...
z INSTALLING SOFTWARE INSTALLING SOFTWARE Software Overview Install the following label editor software and printer driver on your personal computer to design professional labels and print them on labels. P-touch Editor Version 4.1 also contains features to print labels on the screen. Add-In Software for managing names, addresses and other information previously entered on your QL-500/550. Software and Compatible Operating...
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...; Windows 98 SE" on your personal computer and insert the CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. INSTALLING SOFTWARE Installing the Software The installation procedure differs depending on the operating system running on page 21 for the installation procedure for the appropriate operating ...dialog box appears. • It may take a short time for installation. The License Agreement dialog box appears. 16 Installing the Software AInsdtiaallloSghibeoldxapWpiezaarrsd briefly while the prepares for the dialog box to appear. • If the program does not start and the ...
...; Windows 98 SE" on your personal computer and insert the CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. INSTALLING SOFTWARE Installing the Software The installation procedure differs depending on the operating system running on page 21 for the installation procedure for the appropriate operating ...dialog box appears. • It may take a short time for installation. The License Agreement dialog box appears. 16 Installing the Software AInsdtiaallloSghibeoldxapWpiezaarrsd briefly while the prepares for the dialog box to appear. • If the program does not start and the ...
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The Setup Type dialog box appears. 17 Installing the Software If you agree to the terms and conditions of the license agreement, click [Yes] to continue installation. The Customer Information dialog box appears. 4 Enter your "User Name" and the "Company Name", and then click [Next]. z INSTALLING SOFTWARE 3 Carefully read the license agreement.
The Setup Type dialog box appears. 17 Installing the Software If you agree to the terms and conditions of the license agreement, click [Yes] to continue installation. The Customer Information dialog box appears. 4 Enter your "User Name" and the "Company Name", and then click [Next]. z INSTALLING SOFTWARE 3 Carefully read the license agreement.
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... dialog box appears. 6 Specify where to install the printer driver only. Clear all check boxes to install a particular feature. The following items will be installed. The Start Copying Files dialog box appears. 18 Installing the Software Typical • P-touch Editor • P-touch Library • Fonts • Help • Clip...then click [Next]. • Click [Browse] to select an alternate destination folder. • Select "Custom" to add no shortcuts. INSTALLING SOFTWARE 5 Select the type of setup you want a shortcut created for an area, clear the check box for the...
... dialog box appears. 6 Specify where to install the printer driver only. Clear all check boxes to install a particular feature. The following items will be installed. The Start Copying Files dialog box appears. 18 Installing the Software Typical • P-touch Editor • P-touch Library • Fonts • Help • Clip...then click [Next]. • Click [Browse] to select an alternate destination folder. • Select "Custom" to add no shortcuts. INSTALLING SOFTWARE 5 Select the type of setup you want a shortcut created for an area, clear the check box for the...
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...installation. 8 When the Driver Setup dialog box instructs you to connect the QL-500/ 550, plug the connector on the USB cable into the USB port on the back of the QL-500/550. 19 Installing the Software z INSTALLING SOFTWARE If the settings are incorrect, click [Back] to go back and correct.... • The InstallShield Wizard completes preparations for installing the software, and then the Setup Status dialog box appears. &#...
...installation. 8 When the Driver Setup dialog box instructs you to connect the QL-500/ 550, plug the connector on the USB cable into the USB port on the back of the QL-500/550. 19 Installing the Software z INSTALLING SOFTWARE If the settings are incorrect, click [Back] to go back and correct.... • The InstallShield Wizard completes preparations for installing the software, and then the Setup Status dialog box appears. &#...
