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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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The Brother QL-500/QL-550/QL-650TD/QL-1050/QL-1050N label printer (hereafter referred to as "the printer") enables you better understand and use , installation and setting up of the printer. Setup & Operation Guide (Quick Start Guide) Read this guide before reading the Software User's Guide (this manual,...ROM. This symbol indicates information or directions that should read them before using the printer. The guide includes information you use a Macintosh®, refer to quickly and easily print custom labels created with the label software, P-touch Editor. If ignored, the result...
The Brother QL-500/QL-550/QL-650TD/QL-1050/QL-1050N label printer (hereafter referred to as "the printer") enables you better understand and use , installation and setting up of the printer. Setup & Operation Guide (Quick Start Guide) Read this guide before reading the Software User's Guide (this manual,...ROM. This symbol indicates information or directions that should read them before using the printer. The guide includes information you use a Macintosh®, refer to quickly and easily print custom labels created with the label software, P-touch Editor. If ignored, the result...
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... [Auto Format Wizard] appears. Use this Brother Solutions Center to display the [Options] dialog box. Starting P-touch Editor 1 Click [Start]-[All Programs (Programs)]- [Brother P-touch]-[P-touch Editor 4.2]. Refer to Î"Opening a ...Label File" on the Quick Launcher bar. Creating Labels (For Macintosh) Appendix 7 Starting P-touch Editor To specify how the P-touch Editor works when it starts, click [Tool]-[Options] to check for the latest software...
... [Auto Format Wizard] appears. Use this Brother Solutions Center to display the [Options] dialog box. Starting P-touch Editor 1 Click [Start]-[All Programs (Programs)]- [Brother P-touch]-[P-touch Editor 4.2]. Refer to Î"Opening a ...Label File" on the Quick Launcher bar. Creating Labels (For Macintosh) Appendix 7 Starting P-touch Editor To specify how the P-touch Editor works when it starts, click [Tool]-[Options] to check for the latest software...
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...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]. Before running this source] checkbox, and click on the P-touch icon, you select the Add-In function, a P-touch tool will be used, and ... Add-In function is pressed in each application, by selecting the text you want to print and clicking on [Enable Macros]. The [Brother P-touch Add-In Settings] dialog box appears. 2 Click on the checkboxes for the applications in which the Add-In function is to be...
...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]. Before running this source] checkbox, and click on the P-touch icon, you select the Add-In function, a P-touch tool will be used, and ... Add-In function is pressed in each application, by selecting the text you want to print and clicking on [Enable Macros]. The [Brother P-touch Add-In Settings] dialog box appears. 2 Click on the checkboxes for the applications in which the Add-In function is to be...
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...after installing the 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)]. Because the paper size for this printer to print directly from the Label format definitions dialog... printer driver. The [Printer Properties] dialog box appears. 3 Select each item and click . • [Paper] Tab This tab is different from other regular printers, you may not be set the Format and Width. For details, refer to Windows® Help. 2 Select "Brother QL-500/550/...
...after installing the 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)]. Because the paper size for this printer to print directly from the Label format definitions dialog... printer driver. The [Printer Properties] dialog box appears. 3 Select each item and click . • [Paper] Tab This tab is different from other regular printers, you may not be set the Format and Width. For details, refer to Windows® Help. 2 Select "Brother QL-500/550/...
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...Settings]-[Control Panel]-[Add or Remove Programs]. Appendix 5 Close the [Add or Remove Programs] dialog. The P-touch Address Book, and Software User's Guide (PDF Manual) can also be uninstalled by following this procedure. 63 For Windows Creating Labels ... or Remove Programs] dialog appears. 2 Select "Brother P-touch Editor 4.2", and click . After the software and printer driver are removed from the personal computer. Introduction Uninstalling the Software This section describes how to uninstall the software and printer driver from your computer, the [Maintenance Complete] ...
...Settings]-[Control Panel]-[Add or Remove Programs]. Appendix 5 Close the [Add or Remove Programs] dialog. The P-touch Address Book, and Software User's Guide (PDF Manual) can also be uninstalled by following this procedure. 63 For Windows Creating Labels ... or Remove Programs] dialog appears. 2 Select "Brother P-touch Editor 4.2", and click . After the software and printer driver are removed from the personal computer. 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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... 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); So QL-1050N is not used in ...Mac environment. *3 The RS-232C interface is required when printing with ESC/P commands. *4 Required available space when installing the software...
... 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); So QL-1050N is not used in ...Mac environment. *3 The RS-232C interface is required when printing with ESC/P commands. *4 Required available space when installing the software...
Quick Setup Guide - English
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...QL-500/550. • Never disassemble the QL-500/550 or get it into or block the label output slot, or USB port. • Use only the authorized power source for the Brother software...QL-500/550, contact the retail outlet where the QL-500/550 was purchased. The QL-550 includes one starter roll of the QL-500/550. Cleaning Sheet Power cord USB port Do not connect the QL-500/550 to your personal computer until directed to do so when installing the printer...Lift the label lever and then thread the end of the P-touch Editor software is now completed. Installation of the DK Roll into the ...
...QL-500/550. • Never disassemble the QL-500/550 or get it into or block the label output slot, or USB port. • Use only the authorized power source for the Brother software...QL-500/550, contact the retail outlet where the QL-500/550 was purchased. The QL-550 includes one starter roll of the QL-500/550. Cleaning Sheet Power cord USB port Do not connect the QL-500/550 to your personal computer until directed to do so when installing the printer...Lift the label lever and then thread the end of the P-touch Editor software is now completed. Installation of the DK Roll into the ...
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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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Your new QL-500/550 is no guarantee that interference will not occur in accordance with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Declaration of Conformity (For USA Only) Responsible Party: Brother International Corporation 100 Somerset Corporate Boulevard Bridgewater, .... We strongly recommend that the product Product Name: Brother Label Printer QL-500/550 Model Number: QL-500/550 complies with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is a label printer that connects to your personal computer, enabling you to...
Your new QL-500/550 is no guarantee that interference will not occur in accordance with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Declaration of Conformity (For USA Only) Responsible Party: Brother International Corporation 100 Somerset Corporate Boulevard Bridgewater, .... We strongly recommend that the product Product Name: Brother Label Printer QL-500/550 Model Number: QL-500/550 complies with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is a label printer that connects to your personal computer, enabling you to...
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... 1-800521-2846. This limited warranty is VOID if this warranty covers only warranty service within the applicable warranty period. Supply Brother or the Brother Authorized Service Center with a rated life; For the name of consumable, whichever comes first. You are not the Original ... from other than defects in materials or workmanship. What Brother will be required to deliver (by another device or software used with a photocopy of your issue to our P-touch Customer Service Hotline at 1-877-478-6824 or to a Brother Authorized Service Center within the United States (and does ...
... 1-800521-2846. This limited warranty is VOID if this warranty covers only warranty service within the applicable warranty period. Supply Brother or the Brother Authorized Service Center with a rated life; For the name of consumable, whichever comes first. You are not the Original ... from other than defects in materials or workmanship. What Brother will be required to deliver (by another device or software used with a photocopy of your issue to our P-touch Customer Service Hotline at 1-877-478-6824 or to a Brother Authorized Service Center within the United States (and does ...
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.... Brother accepts no responsibility for any loss or damage of data caused by the inappropriate use with the QL-500/550 only. It is recommended that the cutter life is near the QL-500/550 and...dull, replace the existing cutter unit with ink jet printers. If the cutter blade should break off of these conditions occur. 7 General Precautions CD-ROM & Software • Do not scratch the CD-ROM. ...• When peeling a DK Die-cut straight, or frequent paper jams may indicate that you do not touch the blade. • If a paper jam should occur due to the CD/DVD player. • Be...
.... Brother accepts no responsibility for any loss or damage of data caused by the inappropriate use with the QL-500/550 only. It is recommended that the cutter life is near the QL-500/550 and...dull, replace the existing cutter unit with ink jet printers. If the cutter blade should break off of these conditions occur. 7 General Precautions CD-ROM & Software • Do not scratch the CD-ROM. ...• When peeling a DK Die-cut straight, or frequent paper jams may indicate that you do not touch the blade. • If a paper jam should occur due to the CD/DVD player. • Be...
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...printer driver software. Do not connect the QL-500/550 to your personal computer yet. Always close the cover. Back QL-500/QL-550 Power cord USB port Do not connect the QL-500/550 to "Installing the Software" on the print head. Refer to the USB port of your personal computer until directed... to a personal computer that does not have the printer driver software installed, the dialog box...
...printer driver software. Do not connect the QL-500/550 to your personal computer yet. Always close the cover. Back QL-500/QL-550 Power cord USB port Do not connect the QL-500/550 to "Installing the Software" on the print head. Refer to the USB port of your personal computer until directed... to a personal computer that does not have the printer driver software installed, the dialog box...
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... inserting the plug. • Remove the power supply cord from the electrical outlet after you have the printer driver software installed, the dialog box shown here will appear. If the QL500/550 is connected to the Power Supply 1 Plug the power supply cord into a standard electrical outlet. •... so when installing the printer driver. Click [Cancel], remove the USB cable, and then install the printer driver software. Do not connect the QL-500/550 to your personal computer yet. Do not connect the QL-500/550 to the USB port of your personal computer until directed to the Power Supply...
... inserting the plug. • Remove the power supply cord from the electrical outlet after you have the printer driver software installed, the dialog box shown here will appear. If the QL500/550 is connected to the Power Supply 1 Plug the power supply cord into a standard electrical outlet. •... so when installing the printer driver. Click [Cancel], remove the USB cable, and then install the printer driver software. Do not connect the QL-500/550 to your personal computer yet. Do not connect the QL-500/550 to the USB port of your personal computer until directed to the Power Supply...
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... managing names, addresses and other information previously entered on your QL-500/550. Add-In Software for the specific model purchased. The CD contains the printer driver for MS Word/Excel/Outlook These Word, Add-Ins Excel or aOlluotwlooykou,tousqinugickthlyeaAnddde-Iansiiclyoncoinpythdeattaooinl tboaar label directly from databases, as well as address labels, file folder labels...
... managing names, addresses and other information previously entered on your QL-500/550. Add-In Software for the specific model purchased. The CD contains the printer driver for MS Word/Excel/Outlook These Word, Add-Ins Excel or aOlluotwlooykou,tousqinugickthlyeaAnddde-Iansiiclyoncoinpythdeattaooinl tboaar label directly from databases, as well as address labels, file folder labels...
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...the contents of the CD-ROM, and then double-click the "Setup.exe" icon. 2 Click [Next] to install the software. AInsdtiaallloSghibeoldxapWpiezaarrsd briefly while the prepares for the appropriate operating system to begin installation. When the preparation is complete, the InstallShield...box appears. • It may take a short time for that operating system. The License Agreement dialog box appears. 16 Installing the Software Refer to "When using Microsoft Windows Me/2000 Professional/XP (Home/Professional) 1 Start your personal computer. When using ...
...the contents of the CD-ROM, and then double-click the "Setup.exe" icon. 2 Click [Next] to install the software. AInsdtiaallloSghibeoldxapWpiezaarrsd briefly while the prepares for the appropriate operating system to begin installation. When the preparation is complete, the InstallShield...box appears. • It may take a short time for that operating system. The License Agreement dialog box appears. 16 Installing the Software Refer to "When using Microsoft Windows Me/2000 Professional/XP (Home/Professional) 1 Start your personal computer. When using ...
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The Customer Information dialog box appears. 4 Enter your "User Name" and the "Company Name", and then click [Next]. 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. z INSTALLING SOFTWARE 3 Carefully read the license agreement.
The Customer Information dialog box appears. 4 Enter your "User Name" and the "Company Name", and then click [Next]. 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. z INSTALLING SOFTWARE 3 Carefully read the license agreement.
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... want a shortcut created for an area, clear the check box for the Brother software, and then click [Next]. The Start Copying Files dialog box appears. 18 Installing the Software Change the default destination folder if you prefer. Typical • P-touch Editor • P-touch Library • Fonts • Help • Clip Art • Auto ...and off to unselect the items to add shortcuts (for easy, one click access) for that area. Clear all check boxes to install the printer driver only. The following items will be installed. Check on the Select Features dialog box.
... want a shortcut created for an area, clear the check box for the Brother software, and then click [Next]. The Start Copying Files dialog box appears. 18 Installing the Software Change the default destination folder if you prefer. Typical • P-touch Editor • P-touch Library • Fonts • Help • Clip Art • Auto ...and off to unselect the items to add shortcuts (for easy, one click access) for that area. Clear all check boxes to install the printer driver only. The following items will be installed. Check on the Select Features dialog box.
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... 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. • After all files necessary to connect the QL-500/ 550, plug the connector on the USB cable into the USB port on the back of the...
... 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. • After all files necessary to connect the QL-500/ 550, plug the connector on the USB cable into the USB port on the back of the...