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... 51 Print Head Maintenance 51 Platen Roller Maintenance 51 Media Exit Maintenance 52 Label Peeler (Optional) Maintenance (TD-2120N/2130N only 52 6 Indicators 53 Indicators ...53 7 Troubleshooting 55 Overview ...55 Troubleshooting 55 Error Messages for Touch Panel Display (Optional) (TD-2120N/2130N Only 63 8 Specifications 65 Product Specifications 65 9 Using the RJ25 to DB9M Serial...
... 51 Print Head Maintenance 51 Platen Roller Maintenance 51 Media Exit Maintenance 52 Label Peeler (Optional) Maintenance (TD-2120N/2130N only 52 6 Indicators 53 Indicators ...53 7 Troubleshooting 55 Overview ...55 Troubleshooting 55 Error Messages for Touch Panel Display (Optional) (TD-2120N/2130N Only 63 8 Specifications 65 Product Specifications 65 9 Using the RJ25 to DB9M Serial...
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...Basic Control Panel 85 Printing Using the One-Touch Panel 87 Printing a Different Date/Time Than the Printer's Internal Clock 88 Printing Using a Barcode Reader 89 Label Layouts on the Printer (Checking, Deleting and Log 89 Replacing the Time/Date Battery 90 Frequently Asked Questions ...Computer and Printer by Bluetooth 104 Using Bluetooth to Communicate When Printing 105 Product Specifications 105 13 Using the Label Peeler (Optional:PA-LP-001) (TD-2120N/2130N only) 106 Inserting the RD Roll 106 Printer Driver Settings 109 After Printing 110 Product Specifications 110 14 Using...
...Basic Control Panel 85 Printing Using the One-Touch Panel 87 Printing a Different Date/Time Than the Printer's Internal Clock 88 Printing Using a Barcode Reader 89 Label Layouts on the Printer (Checking, Deleting and Log 89 Replacing the Time/Date Battery 90 Frequently Asked Questions ...Computer and Printer by Bluetooth 104 Using Bluetooth to Communicate When Printing 105 Product Specifications 105 13 Using the Label Peeler (Optional:PA-LP-001) (TD-2120N/2130N only) 106 Inserting the RD Roll 106 Printer Driver Settings 109 After Printing 110 Product Specifications 110 14 Using...
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... [Restart]. The installation is no application appears under [File list], there is a new version of the installed "Printer Setting Tool", specify the size information (label width and length, label spacing, etc.) for the media to be registered with the printer for proper operation. c Click [Register Paper Size With Printer] from the [Option...
... [Restart]. The installation is no application appears under [File list], there is a new version of the installed "Printer Setting Tool", specify the size information (label width and length, label spacing, etc.) for the media to be registered with the printer for proper operation. c Click [Register Paper Size With Printer] from the [Option...
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...(Power) button. For details, see Connecting the Computer and Printer by Bluetooth on . 2 While the printer is set to [Die-cut Label] or [Media With Marks]: Press the (Feed) button to automatically feed the paper to easily establish a wireless LAN connection and install the... after the specified period of inactivity.) (Feed) button functions Feed the paper Establish a wireless LAN connection (WPS) (TD-2120N/2130N only) Switch the Bluetooth connection (TD-2120N/2130N only) Operation When the paper type is installed, and then hold (5 seconds) this button to feed the paper about...
...(Power) button. For details, see Connecting the Computer and Printer by Bluetooth on . 2 While the printer is set to [Die-cut Label] or [Media With Marks]: Press the (Feed) button to automatically feed the paper to easily establish a wireless LAN connection and install the... after the specified period of inactivity.) (Feed) button functions Feed the paper Establish a wireless LAN connection (WPS) (TD-2120N/2130N only) Switch the Bluetooth connection (TD-2120N/2130N only) Operation When the paper type is installed, and then hold (5 seconds) this button to feed the paper about...
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... lever (1) on either side and lift up . 15 If the RD Roll is not available at this time. Use RD Rolls designed for TD series printers. Genuine Brother fanfold media is not inserted correctly, the printer will face up to turn the printer off. Printing c Insert an RD Roll into the RD... cover. For an RD Roll 1 Insert the RD Roll so that the 2 labels feed with an outer roll dimension of the labels will not print on the correct side of the paper or label. When using media with the labels rolled up on facing up (1), as shown. 1 1 b Open the media guides by...
... lever (1) on either side and lift up . 15 If the RD Roll is not available at this time. Use RD Rolls designed for TD series printers. Genuine Brother fanfold media is not inserted correctly, the printer will face up to turn the printer off. Printing c Insert an RD Roll into the RD... cover. For an RD Roll 1 Insert the RD Roll so that the 2 labels feed with an outer roll dimension of the labels will not print on the correct side of the paper or label. When using media with the labels rolled up on facing up (1), as shown. 1 1 b Open the media guides by...
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...black mark on the left and right of the centerline for the die-cut labels being used . With die-cut labels that have no black mark, the transmissive/gap sensor detects the beginning of the label and feeds the label to the correct position. With receipt paper that has no black ...mark Die-cut labels Align on the sensor with on the printer. (See Figure 1.) Receipt paper Width of 0.985" ...
...black mark on the left and right of the centerline for the die-cut labels being used . With die-cut labels that have no black mark, the transmissive/gap sensor detects the beginning of the label and feeds the label to the correct position. With receipt paper that has no black ...mark Die-cut labels Align on the sensor with on the printer. (See Figure 1.) Receipt paper Width of 0.985" ...
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... to be configured. With this printer to the computer. 3 b For Windows® XP/Windows Vista®/Windows® 7: From the Start menu, click [All Programs] - [Brother] [Label & Mobile Printer] - [Printer Setting Tool]. NOTE The "Printer Setting Tool" is available only with a USB cable. For details, see Installer Screen on the [Start] or... same time as other software such as the printer driver. The main window appears. 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 Printer Select the printer to be configured to a computer with compatible Brother printers.
... to be configured. With this printer to the computer. 3 b For Windows® XP/Windows Vista®/Windows® 7: From the Start menu, click [All Programs] - [Brother] [Label & Mobile Printer] - [Printer Setting Tool]. NOTE The "Printer Setting Tool" is available only with a USB cable. For details, see Installer Screen on the [Start] or... same time as other software such as the printer driver. The main window appears. 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 Printer Select the printer to be configured to a computer with compatible Brother printers.
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...the newest version. Available settings: -2-+2 4 Media Sensor (Peeler) (TD-2120N/2130N only) This appears only if TD-2120N/2130N is clicked, appears in the tab, and the settings can no longer... the amount of light emitted by the reflective/black mark sensor. Specify the settings when the label peeler (optional) is printed. Adjust the precision of light emitted by the transmissive/gap sensor.... Setting Tool 4 Serialize Mode Select whether or not to serialize from the support website (Brother Solutions Center). If [Disable] is clicked. Available settings: [Erase All Print Data], ...
...the newest version. Available settings: -2-+2 4 Media Sensor (Peeler) (TD-2120N/2130N only) This appears only if TD-2120N/2130N is clicked, appears in the tab, and the settings can no longer... the amount of light emitted by the reflective/black mark sensor. Specify the settings when the label peeler (optional) is printed. Adjust the precision of light emitted by the transmissive/gap sensor.... Setting Tool 4 Serialize Mode Select whether or not to serialize from the support website (Brother Solutions Center). If [Disable] is clicked. Available settings: [Erase All Print Data], ...
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... Setting Tool 7 LCD Contrast Select the LCD display contrast. Available settings: [On], [Off] 9 Disable Edit Select whether or not label layouts can be displayed in the tab, update the printer driver to retrieve the current date and time from Last] 19 Database Search*... 39 This TDU setting is applied until the printer is selected, specified passwords will be downloaded from the TDU, remains set from the support website (Brother Solutions Center). Set a 4-digit password. Available settings: [On], [Off] 17 Default Print# Specify the default number of copies set after the ...
... Setting Tool 7 LCD Contrast Select the LCD display contrast. Available settings: [On], [Off] 9 Disable Edit Select whether or not label layouts can be displayed in the tab, update the printer driver to retrieve the current date and time from Last] 19 Database Search*... 39 This TDU setting is applied until the printer is selected, specified passwords will be downloaded from the TDU, remains set from the support website (Brother Solutions Center). Set a 4-digit password. Available settings: [On], [Off] 17 Default Print# Specify the default number of copies set after the ...
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... Printer Setup Information on the printer. 6 Print Information Report The following are stored in the printer, labels can be reprinted by simply scanning the barcode for each label layout. Barcode printing A barcode scanned with the barcode reader can be printed with the protocol...printer setup information can also be printed by using the P-touch Template functions can be printed while automatically incrementing a number or barcode in the label. 41 This is selected, a message will be printed. Program version Printer usage history Missing dot test ...
... Printer Setup Information on the printer. 6 Print Information Report The following are stored in the printer, labels can be reprinted by simply scanning the barcode for each label layout. Barcode printing A barcode scanned with the barcode reader can be printed with the protocol...printer setup information can also be printed by using the P-touch Template functions can be printed while automatically incrementing a number or barcode in the label. 41 This is selected, a message will be printed. Program version Printer usage history Missing dot test ...
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... the following functions are only intended to appear in the [Currently Registered Paper Sizes] list. Available settings: [Continuous Length Tape], [Media With Marks], [Die-cut Label] 3 Detailed settings Specify details for the new paper format to be added. 2 Paper Types Select the paper type. 8 Option Click the b button, and then select...
... the following functions are only intended to appear in the [Currently Registered Paper Sizes] list. Available settings: [Continuous Length Tape], [Media With Marks], [Die-cut Label] 3 Detailed settings Specify details for the new paper format to be added. 2 Paper Types Select the paper type. 8 Option Click the b button, and then select...
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... 2 2 4 Setting EX2 -2 2 0 5 Media Sensor (Reflective/Bar) Adjust the precision with which the transmissive/gap sensor detects the gaps (spacing) for die-cut Label]. When using "Premium Receipt Paper"*, select [RD 2.25" (57 mm)] in the [Paper Size Setup] dialog box, click the [Edit] button, and then set ...[Energy Rank] to [Die-cut labels and the amount of heat (energy) from the fixed margins of origin for printing). The settings will have an effect, specify appropriate values. NOTE •...
... 2 2 4 Setting EX2 -2 2 0 5 Media Sensor (Reflective/Bar) Adjust the precision with which the transmissive/gap sensor detects the gaps (spacing) for die-cut Label]. When using "Premium Receipt Paper"*, select [RD 2.25" (57 mm)] in the [Paper Size Setup] dialog box, click the [Edit] button, and then set ...[Energy Rank] to [Die-cut labels and the amount of heat (energy) from the fixed margins of origin for printing). The settings will have an effect, specify appropriate values. NOTE •...
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5 Maintaining the Printer 5 Maintenance of cellophane tape to wipe the print head (1). 1 Platen Roller Maintenance 5 Use a piece of the printer may become jammed. If dirt or dust is not removed, the printed labels may contain white streaks, or media may be done more frequently (for example, in dusty conditions). Print Head Maintenance 5 Use a dry cotton swab to remove dirt from the platen roller (1). 5 1 Do not use organic solvents such as required. However, some environments require that maintenance must be carried out as benzene. 51
5 Maintaining the Printer 5 Maintenance of cellophane tape to wipe the print head (1). 1 Platen Roller Maintenance 5 Use a piece of the printer may become jammed. If dirt or dust is not removed, the printed labels may contain white streaks, or media may be done more frequently (for example, in dusty conditions). Print Head Maintenance 5 Use a dry cotton swab to remove dirt from the platen roller (1). 5 1 Do not use organic solvents such as required. However, some environments require that maintenance must be carried out as benzene. 51
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Chapter 5 Media Exit Maintenance 5 If adhesive accumulates at the media exit (1), peeler separator (2) or peeler sensor (3) and media becomes jammed, disconnect the printer from the AC power outlet, and then clean the media exit with a cloth slightly moistened with isopropyl alcohol. 1 2 1 3 52 Label Peeler (Optional) Maintenance (TD-2120N/2130N only) 5 If adhesive accumulates at the media exit (1) and media becomes jammed, disconnect the printer from the AC power outlet, and then clean each part with a cloth slightly moistened with isopropyl alcohol.
Chapter 5 Media Exit Maintenance 5 If adhesive accumulates at the media exit (1), peeler separator (2) or peeler sensor (3) and media becomes jammed, disconnect the printer from the AC power outlet, and then clean the media exit with a cloth slightly moistened with isopropyl alcohol. 1 2 1 3 52 Label Peeler (Optional) Maintenance (TD-2120N/2130N only) 5 If adhesive accumulates at the media exit (1) and media becomes jammed, disconnect the printer from the AC power outlet, and then clean each part with a cloth slightly moistened with isopropyl alcohol.
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...freely? For details, see Media Exit Maintenance on page 15. Check that the RD Roll compartment top cover is firmly closed. If the label peeler (optional) is being used, check that barcodes are aligned with the print head as shown below. 1 3 2 1 Print head 2 Barcode 3 ...see Print Head Maintenance or Platen Roller Maintenance on the print head or platen roller preventing it . The print density can be read. Printed labels contain white streaks. Media is not blocked. Is there adhesive on page 109. Adjust the printing density. For details,...
...freely? For details, see Media Exit Maintenance on page 15. Check that the RD Roll compartment top cover is firmly closed. If the label peeler (optional) is being used, check that barcodes are aligned with the print head as shown below. 1 3 2 1 Print head 2 Barcode 3 ...see Print Head Maintenance or Platen Roller Maintenance on the print head or platen roller preventing it . The print density can be read. Printed labels contain white streaks. Media is not blocked. Is there adhesive on page 109. Adjust the printing density. For details,...
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... the data transferred from the computer will be deleted, and the printer will be reset to be changed , then clicking [Printing Preferences]. All of a label. An error occurred. Are the sensors in the [Apps] screen - [Hardware and Sound] - [Devices and Printers], right-clicking the printer..., until the POWER indicator lights in orange and the STATUS indicator blinks in orange. If a feed error occurred, use the Custom Label Tool to apply the correct paper settings to turn the printer off. The media cannot be fed to reset the printer. I want to the...
... the data transferred from the computer will be deleted, and the printer will be reset to be changed , then clicking [Printing Preferences]. All of a label. An error occurred. Are the sensors in the [Apps] screen - [Hardware and Sound] - [Devices and Printers], right-clicking the printer..., until the POWER indicator lights in orange and the STATUS indicator blinks in orange. If a feed error occurred, use the Custom Label Tool to apply the correct paper settings to turn the printer off. The media cannot be fed to reset the printer. I want to the...
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...touch panel, protective sheet and touch panel holder may cause a malfunction. The media is being peeled off correctly (when using the optional label peeler). Make sure that no key in green. Although no foreign material is connected firmly and correctly. The data that was ...label peeler). If the sensor of the touch panel match the specified touch panel name, which appears in a location not exposed to direct sunlight. If the correct setting has not be detected correctly. For details, see Printer Driver Settings on page 109 or Media Sensor (Peeler) (TD-2120N/2130N...
...touch panel, protective sheet and touch panel holder may cause a malfunction. The media is being peeled off correctly (when using the optional label peeler). Make sure that no key in green. Although no foreign material is connected firmly and correctly. The data that was ...label peeler). If the sensor of the touch panel match the specified touch panel name, which appears in a location not exposed to direct sunlight. If the correct setting has not be detected correctly. For details, see Printer Driver Settings on page 109 or Media Sensor (Peeler) (TD-2120N/2130N...
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... remaining? For details, see Inserting the RD Roll on page 15. Check that the correct media, for example, type (die-cut label or continuous length tape) and die-cut label size, is blinking. Otherwise, the received packet is still not cleared, turn the printer off, then on page 15. ... side of time (120 seconds) has passed, either the access point could not be found or two or more access points were found. If the label peeler (optional) is closed. After the specified length of the RD Roll? If the error appears, even after performing the procedures described above,...
... remaining? For details, see Inserting the RD Roll on page 15. Check that the correct media, for example, type (die-cut label or continuous length tape) and die-cut label size, is blinking. Otherwise, the received packet is still not cleared, turn the printer off, then on page 15. ... side of time (120 seconds) has passed, either the access point could not be found or two or more access points were found. If the label peeler (optional) is closed. After the specified length of the RD Roll? If the error appears, even after performing the procedures described above,...
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... top cover open? Communication Error! Transfer of the touch panel display (optional) (TD-2120N/2130N only), check for a solution in the touch panel once.If the error is still not ...RD Roll. Check that the slide switch for example, type (die-cut label or continuous length tape) and die-cut label size, is different. Has the wireless LAN or Bluetooth connection...compartment top cover is still displayed, even after performing the procedures described above, contact Brother Customer Service. Error message Solution Check Media! Is the correct RD Roll installed? 7...
... top cover open? Communication Error! Transfer of the touch panel display (optional) (TD-2120N/2130N only), check for a solution in the touch panel once.If the error is still not ...RD Roll. Check that the slide switch for example, type (die-cut label or continuous length tape) and die-cut label size, is different. Has the wireless LAN or Bluetooth connection...compartment top cover is still displayed, even after performing the procedures described above, contact Brother Customer Service. Error message Solution Check Media! Is the correct RD Roll installed? 7...
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... TD-2020 TD-2120N TD-2130N Media Specifications Media Sensors Gap (Transmissive), Black Mark (Reflective) Media type Receipt Die cut label Tag Wristband Media Width 0.75" to 2.48" (19 mm to 63 mm) Thickness (The media material may affect print quality.) 0.0023" to 0.011" (0.058 mm to achieve optimum print results, we recommend using Brother...
... TD-2020 TD-2120N TD-2130N Media Specifications Media Sensors Gap (Transmissive), Black Mark (Reflective) Media type Receipt Die cut label Tag Wristband Media Width 0.75" to 2.48" (19 mm to 63 mm) Thickness (The media material may affect print quality.) 0.0023" to 0.011" (0.058 mm to achieve optimum print results, we recommend using Brother...