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... manual in the box 2 PDF manual on your product model, and software version. Before using the Label Printer along with the Label Printer for any damages (including consequential) caused by reliance on the materials presented, including but not limited to typographical and other.... The Label Printer shown in this product are subject to change without notice. Brother reserves the right to download the latest manuals. Available Manuals Visit the Brother support website at support.brother.com and click Manuals on the Brother support website This guide provides...
... manual in the box 2 PDF manual on your product model, and software version. Before using the Label Printer along with the Label Printer for any damages (including consequential) caused by reliance on the materials presented, including but not limited to typographical and other.... The Label Printer shown in this product are subject to change without notice. Brother reserves the right to download the latest manuals. Available Manuals Visit the Brother support website at support.brother.com and click Manuals on the Brother support website This guide provides...
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Tells you about procedures you must follow to avoid minor personal injury or damage to avoid the risk of injury. Indicates notes that provide information or directions that should be followed. Ignoring them may result in This Guide The following symbols are used throughout this guide: WARNING CAUTION Important Note Tells you better understand and use the product more efficiently. Indicates information or directions that can help you what to do to the Label Printer. ii Symbols Used in damage, or failed operations.
Tells you about procedures you must follow to avoid minor personal injury or damage to avoid the risk of injury. Indicates notes that provide information or directions that should be followed. Ignoring them may result in This Guide The following symbols are used throughout this guide: WARNING CAUTION Important Note Tells you better understand and use the product more efficiently. Indicates information or directions that can help you what to do to the Label Printer. ii Symbols Used in damage, or failed operations.
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... a label is removed after opening the package. Scratching the printed surface of the label with peeling labels can result in the printer driver or the Printer Setting Tool. Test the label by the inappropriate use of it to which the label will fade with sunlight and heat. Before applying the...fade in color or peel off , resulting in a cool, dark place. General Precautions DK Roll (DK Label and DK Tape) Use only genuine Brother accessories and supplies (with the CD/DVD label rolls. Failure to do so could cause damage to a wet, dirty, or oily surface, it is attached...
... a label is removed after opening the package. Scratching the printed surface of the label with peeling labels can result in the printer driver or the Printer Setting Tool. Test the label by the inappropriate use of it to which the label will fade with sunlight and heat. Before applying the...fade in color or peel off , resulting in a cool, dark place. General Precautions DK Roll (DK Label and DK Tape) Use only genuine Brother accessories and supplies (with the CD/DVD label rolls. Failure to do so could cause damage to a wet, dirty, or oily surface, it is attached...
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... the AC Power Cord...6 Turning Power On/Off...6 2 Printing Using a Computer (P-touch Editor) 7 Installing the Software and Printer Drivers to a Computer 7 Connecting the Label Printer to a Computer 7 Printing from a Computer...8 Available Applications...8 Creating Labels from Your Computer 9 Attaching Labels ...10 3 Printing... Basic Tab...18 Advanced Tab ...19 Applying Setting Changes to Multiple Label Printers 19 Printer Setting Tool for Mac ...20 Before Using the Printer Setting Tool 20 Using the Printer Setting Tool for Mac...20 Settings Dialog Box ...21 Basic Tab...22 Advanced...
... the AC Power Cord...6 Turning Power On/Off...6 2 Printing Using a Computer (P-touch Editor) 7 Installing the Software and Printer Drivers to a Computer 7 Connecting the Label Printer to a Computer 7 Printing from a Computer...8 Available Applications...8 Creating Labels from Your Computer 9 Attaching Labels ...10 3 Printing... Basic Tab...18 Advanced Tab ...19 Applying Setting Changes to Multiple Label Printers 19 Printer Setting Tool for Mac ...20 Before Using the Printer Setting Tool 20 Using the Printer Setting Tool for Mac...20 Settings Dialog Box ...21 Basic Tab...22 Advanced...
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... Firmware 59 For Windows® ...59 For Mac ...61 Section III Appendix 10 Resetting the Label Printer 64 Resetting All Settings to the Factory Settings Using the Label Printer Buttons 64 Resetting Data Using the Printer Setting Tool 64 11 Maintenance 65 Cleaning the Exterior of the Unit...65 Cleaning the Print Head...
... Firmware 59 For Windows® ...59 For Mac ...61 Section III Appendix 10 Resetting the Label Printer 64 Resetting All Settings to the Factory Settings Using the Label Printer Buttons 64 Resetting Data Using the Printer Setting Tool 64 11 Maintenance 65 Cleaning the Exterior of the Unit...65 Cleaning the Print Head...
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12 Troubleshooting 68 Overview...68 Printing Problems ...69 Version Information ...72 LED Indications...73 Troubleshooting ...75 13 Product Specifications 76 Label Printer Specifications ...76 vii
12 Troubleshooting 68 Overview...68 Printing Problems ...69 Version Information ...72 LED Indications...73 Troubleshooting ...75 13 Product Specifications 76 Label Printer Specifications ...76 vii
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Section I Basic Operations I Setting Up the Label Printer 2 Printing Using a Computer (P-touch Editor) 7 Printing Using the Mobile Device 11 Changing the Label Printer Settings 13 Other Functions 24
Section I Basic Operations I Setting Up the Label Printer 2 Printing Using a Computer (P-touch Editor) 7 Printing Using the Mobile Device 11 Changing the Label Printer Settings 13 Other Functions 24
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1 Setting Up the Label Printer 1 Parts Description Front 7 8 1 1 1 9 10 3 5 1 1 Feed Button 2 Cutter Button 3 Editor Lite LED 4 Editor Lite Button 5 Status LED 6 Power Button 2 4 6 7 Label Output Slot 8 DK Roll Compartment Cover 9 Roll Spool Arm 10 Roll Spool Guide 2
1 Setting Up the Label Printer 1 Parts Description Front 7 8 1 1 1 9 10 3 5 1 1 Feed Button 2 Cutter Button 3 Editor Lite LED 4 Editor Lite Button 5 Status LED 6 Power Button 2 4 6 7 Label Output Slot 8 DK Roll Compartment Cover 9 Roll Spool Arm 10 Roll Spool Guide 2
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... the Protective Sheet. • When the Label Printer is turned Off. Setting Up the Label Printer Rear 1 1 1 Power Cord Slot 2 USB Port 2 1 Important Before using the Label Printer, make sure you remove the Protective Sheet, as shown below: 1 Make sure that the Label Printer is not in use, lift the DK Roll ... Label Output Slot. Then, insert the Protective Sheet into the Label Output Slot to open it. 2 Remove the Protective Sheet from inside the Label Printer. Hold the Label Printer by the front, and firmly lift the DK Roll Compartment Cover to maintain good printing quality. 3
... the Protective Sheet. • When the Label Printer is turned Off. Setting Up the Label Printer Rear 1 1 1 Power Cord Slot 2 USB Port 2 1 Important Before using the Label Printer, make sure you remove the Protective Sheet, as shown below: 1 Make sure that the Label Printer is not in use, lift the DK Roll ... Label Output Slot. Then, insert the Protective Sheet into the Label Output Slot to open it. 2 Remove the Protective Sheet from inside the Label Printer. Hold the Label Printer by the front, and firmly lift the DK Roll Compartment Cover to maintain good printing quality. 3
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.... • Insert the first label into the slot inside the compartment. • Push the label through the Label Printer. • Align the edge of the DK Roll with the upright edge of the Label Printer. 1 Note If using P-touch Editor, select the DK Roll size in [Paper Type] (Windows) / [Print Media] (Mac...) drop-down list. Hold the Label Printer by the front and firmly lift the DK Roll Compartment Cover to Use P-touch Editor on page 30. c Thread the DK Roll through the Label ...
.... • Insert the first label into the slot inside the compartment. • Push the label through the Label Printer. • Align the edge of the DK Roll with the upright edge of the Label Printer. 1 Note If using P-touch Editor, select the DK Roll size in [Paper Type] (Windows) / [Print Media] (Mac...) drop-down list. Hold the Label Printer by the front and firmly lift the DK Roll Compartment Cover to Use P-touch Editor on page 30. c Thread the DK Roll through the Label ...
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When you press the Power ( ) Button to jam. 5 Setting Up the Label Printer d Close the DK Roll Compartment Cover. Doing so will cause the labels to turn the Label Printer On, the end of the DK Roll aligns automatically. 1 Important Do not leave any printed labels in the Label Printer.
When you press the Power ( ) Button to jam. 5 Setting Up the Label Printer d Close the DK Roll Compartment Cover. Doing so will cause the labels to turn the Label Printer On, the end of the DK Roll aligns automatically. 1 Important Do not leave any printed labels in the Label Printer.
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Off: Press and hold the Power ( ) Button again to turn the Label Printer Off. Then, plug the AC Power Cord into a grounded AC power outlet. Important When turning the Label Printer Off, do not disconnect the AC Power Cord until the orange Status LED turns Off. 6 Turning Power On/Off 1 On: Press the Power ( ) Button to turn the Label Printer On. The Status LED turns green. Setting Up the Label Printer Connecting the AC Power Cord 1 1 Connect the AC Power Cord to the Label Printer.
Off: Press and hold the Power ( ) Button again to turn the Label Printer Off. Then, plug the AC Power Cord into a grounded AC power outlet. Important When turning the Label Printer Off, do not disconnect the AC Power Cord until the orange Status LED turns Off. 6 Turning Power On/Off 1 On: Press the Power ( ) Button to turn the Label Printer On. The Status LED turns green. Setting Up the Label Printer Connecting the AC Power Cord 1 1 Connect the AC Power Cord to the Label Printer.
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... the dialog box when the installation is turned Off. For Mac: Printer Driver, P-touch Editor, P-touch Update Software, and Printer Setting Tool. b Connect the USB cable to the USB Port on the computer. d Turn the Label Printer On. 7 a Visit our website (install.brother) and download the Software Installer for Mac), and follow the on...
... the dialog box when the installation is turned Off. For Mac: Printer Driver, P-touch Editor, P-touch Update Software, and Printer Setting Tool. b Connect the USB cable to the USB Port on the computer. d Turn the Label Printer On. 7 a Visit our website (install.brother) and download the Software Installer for Mac), and follow the on...
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... When printing a large number of applications and functions are available. Visit our website (install.brother) and download the installer for the applications and printer driver. 2 2 Application P-touch Editor Windows Mac r r P-touch Library r P-touch Update Software r r P-touch Address Book r Printer Setting Tool r r Features Designs and prints custom labels with P-touch Editor. Prints address labels...
... When printing a large number of applications and functions are available. Visit our website (install.brother) and download the installer for the applications and printer driver. 2 2 Application P-touch Editor Windows Mac r r P-touch Library r P-touch Update Software r r P-touch Address Book r Printer Setting Tool r r Features Designs and prints custom labels with P-touch Editor. Prints address labels...
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The following describes the procedure for printing with this Label Printer. Printing Using a Computer (P-touch Editor) Creating Labels from Your Computer 2 There are various methods for printing from a computer using P-touch Editor or P-touch Address Book. 2 a ... end Image No Yes ABC ABC No No Yes Yes or No ABC ABC ABC ABC 9 b Create a label design. c Check the cutting options. Use the printer driver to select the cutting option when printing from the menu bar or click the [Print] icon.
The following describes the procedure for printing with this Label Printer. Printing Using a Computer (P-touch Editor) Creating Labels from Your Computer 2 There are various methods for printing from a computer using P-touch Editor or P-touch Address Book. 2 a ... end Image No Yes ABC ABC No No Yes Yes or No ABC ABC ABC ABC 9 b Create a label design. c Check the cutting options. Use the printer driver to select the cutting option when printing from the menu bar or click the [Print] icon.
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... from your mobile device, install the Brother mobile applications, and then connect the Label Printer to your mobile device with Mobile Devices 3 You can use your Label Printer as a stand-alone Label Printer or connect it to connect your Label Printer. To create and print labels directly ...from Google Play™: Application Brother iPrint&Label Features Create and print labels using templates on a ...
... from your mobile device, install the Brother mobile applications, and then connect the Label Printer to your mobile device with Mobile Devices 3 You can use your Label Printer as a stand-alone Label Printer or connect it to connect your Label Printer. To create and print labels directly ...from Google Play™: Application Brother iPrint&Label Features Create and print labels using templates on a ...
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... mobile printing application on page 9. 3 3 3 Attaching Labels 3 a Peel the backing from the label. The labels may be difficult to attach to surfaces that the Label Printer is connected to attach the label. Cutting Options See Cutting Options on your mobile device.
... mobile printing application on page 9. 3 3 3 Attaching Labels 3 a Peel the backing from the label. The labels may be difficult to attach to surfaces that the Label Printer is connected to attach the label. Cutting Options See Cutting Options on your mobile device.
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4 Changing the Label Printer Settings 4 Printer Setting Tool for Windows® Use the Printer Setting Tool to a computer with compatible Brother printers. Important The Printer Setting Tool is connected to the Label Printer and to an AC power outlet. Make sure the printer driver has been installed correctly and you can print. Connect your Label Printer to specify the Label Printer's device settings from a Windows® computer. Before Using the Printer Setting Tool Make sure the AC Power Cord is available only with a USB cable. 4 4 4 13
4 Changing the Label Printer Settings 4 Printer Setting Tool for Windows® Use the Printer Setting Tool to a computer with compatible Brother printers. Important The Printer Setting Tool is connected to the Label Printer and to an AC power outlet. Make sure the printer driver has been installed correctly and you can print. Connect your Label Printer to specify the Label Printer's device settings from a Windows® computer. Before Using the Printer Setting Tool Make sure the AC Power Cord is available only with a USB cable. 4 4 4 13
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...® / Windows® 7 Click Start > All Programs > Brother > Labels & Mobile Printer > Printer Setting Tool. For Windows® 8 / Windows® 8.1 On the Apps screen, click the Printer Setting Tool. For Windows® 10 Click Start > Brother > Label & Mobile Printer > Printer Setting Tool. Changing the Label Printer Settings Using the Printer Setting Tool for Windows® a Connect the Label...
...® / Windows® 7 Click Start > All Programs > Brother > Labels & Mobile Printer > Printer Setting Tool. For Windows® 8 / Windows® 8.1 On the Apps screen, click the Printer Setting Tool. For Windows® 10 Click Start > Brother > Label & Mobile Printer > Printer Setting Tool. Changing the Label Printer Settings Using the Printer Setting Tool for Windows® a Connect the Label...
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Changing the Label Printer Settings d Select the settings you try to configure it while it is waiting for Windows® on the settings dialog boxes, see Device Settings for the next print job. f Click [Exit]. Important Use the Printer Setting Tool to configure the Label Printer only when the Label Printer is handling a job. 4 15 For more information on page 16. The Label Printer may malfunction if you want to the Label Printer. e Click [Apply], and then click [Exit...] to apply the settings to change, and then specify or change the settings in the dialog box.
Changing the Label Printer Settings d Select the settings you try to configure it while it is waiting for Windows® on the settings dialog boxes, see Device Settings for the next print job. f Click [Exit]. Important Use the Printer Setting Tool to configure the Label Printer only when the Label Printer is handling a job. 4 15 For more information on page 16. The Label Printer may malfunction if you want to the Label Printer. e Click [Apply], and then click [Exit...] to apply the settings to change, and then specify or change the settings in the dialog box.