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...3 About Labels 5 Loading Labels 5 Ordering Labels 7 Printing Over a Network 9 Printing to a Shared Printer from Windows 9 Sharing a Printer on a Network 9 Adding a Network Printer 13 Printing to a Shared Printer from Mac OS 13 Sharing a Printer on a Network 13 Adding a Shared Printer 14 Using a Print Server 15 Printer Firmware Versions that Support Print Servers 16 Caring for Your Printer 17 Getting Help 19 Troubleshooting 19 Status Light 19 Performing a Printer Self-Test 20 Clearing Label Jams 20 Correcting Poor Print Quality 20 Labels Do Not Feed Correctly 20 Printer Does...
...3 About Labels 5 Loading Labels 5 Ordering Labels 7 Printing Over a Network 9 Printing to a Shared Printer from Windows 9 Sharing a Printer on a Network 9 Adding a Network Printer 13 Printing to a Shared Printer from Mac OS 13 Sharing a Printer on a Network 13 Adding a Shared Printer 14 Using a Print Server 15 Printer Firmware Versions that Support Print Servers 16 Caring for Your Printer 17 Getting Help 19 Troubleshooting 19 Status Light 19 Performing a Printer Self-Test 20 Clearing Label Jams 20 Correcting Poor Print Quality 20 Labels Do Not Feed Correctly 20 Printer Does...
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... (www.dymo.com). Labels are the only supplies you will give you to take a few minutes to review how to print on purchasing a DYMO LabelWriter label printer. This manual provides information about the following printer models: • LabelWriter 450 • LabelWriter 450 Turbo • LabelWriter 450 Twin Turbo • LabelWriter 450 Duo • LabelWriter 4XL • LabelWriter SE450 For complete information about programming and using the LabelWriter SE450 printer, refer to the LabelWriter SE450 Technical Reference Guide...
... (www.dymo.com). Labels are the only supplies you will give you to take a few minutes to review how to print on purchasing a DYMO LabelWriter label printer. This manual provides information about the following printer models: • LabelWriter 450 • LabelWriter 450 Turbo • LabelWriter 450 Twin Turbo • LabelWriter 450 Duo • LabelWriter 4XL • LabelWriter SE450 For complete information about programming and using the LabelWriter SE450 printer, refer to the LabelWriter SE450 Technical Reference Guide...
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... using these features. The LabelWriter SE450 printer does not include a reverse label button. See the DYMO Label v.8 online Help or Software User Guide for those interested in mind that the pages are smaller. 3 Printing Labels Your LabelWriter printer was shipped with DYMO Label v.8 software to a laser or inkjet printer, except that LabelWriter printers use the LabelWriter SE450 printer with a serial connection, an RS-232 serial port is required. Therefore, printing to a LabelWriter printer is used to help developers create products that work with LabelWriter printers...
... using these features. The LabelWriter SE450 printer does not include a reverse label button. See the DYMO Label v.8 online Help or Software User Guide for those interested in mind that the pages are smaller. 3 Printing Labels Your LabelWriter printer was shipped with DYMO Label v.8 software to a laser or inkjet printer, except that LabelWriter printers use the LabelWriter SE450 printer with a serial connection, an RS-232 serial port is required. Therefore, printing to a LabelWriter printer is used to help developers create products that work with LabelWriter printers...
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.... The thermal coatings used . Thermal paper labels, such as Address or Shipping labels) and D1 plastic labels. 5 Make sure to label files in a black plastic bag. How long your labels will show signs of labels without having to print labels. To prolong label life when labels are not being used on plastic ring binders) will never have to replace toner, ink cartridges, or a ribbon to change the label roll. The LabelWriter Twin Turbo printer holds two label rolls...
.... The thermal coatings used . Thermal paper labels, such as Address or Shipping labels) and D1 plastic labels. 5 Make sure to label files in a black plastic bag. How long your labels will show signs of labels without having to print labels. To prolong label life when labels are not being used on plastic ring binders) will never have to replace toner, ink cartridges, or a ribbon to change the label roll. The LabelWriter Twin Turbo printer holds two label rolls...
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... left edge of the label must fit snugly against the side of the label roll, leaving no gaps. 6 Insert the label spool into the slot. However, the instructions apply to eject the labels that the label guide does not pinch the label. 9 (Twin Turbo Only) Repeat steps 3-8 to eject the partial label. To load a label roll 1 With the printer plugged in, press the form-feed button to loading labels in a LabelWriter 450 printer...
... left edge of the label must fit snugly against the side of the label roll, leaving no gaps. 6 Insert the label spool into the slot. However, the instructions apply to eject the labels that the label guide does not pinch the label. 9 (Twin Turbo Only) Repeat steps 3-8 to eject the partial label. To load a label roll 1 With the printer plugged in, press the form-feed button to loading labels in a LabelWriter 450 printer...
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... load a label cassette (LabelWriter Duo) 1 Press the button on the front of the cassette and that may provide unsatisfactory printing or cause the printer to open the label cassette tray. See Figure 5. 2 Make sure the label and ribbon are positioned correctly. If necessary, turn the ribbon rewind spool clockwise to close the label cassette tray. Make sure label and ribbon are taut across the mouth of the printer to malfunction. 7 Because DYMO LabelWriter printers use thermal printing...
... load a label cassette (LabelWriter Duo) 1 Press the button on the front of the cassette and that may provide unsatisfactory printing or cause the printer to open the label cassette tray. See Figure 5. 2 Make sure the label and ribbon are positioned correctly. If necessary, turn the ribbon rewind spool clockwise to close the label cassette tray. Make sure label and ribbon are taut across the mouth of the printer to malfunction. 7 Because DYMO LabelWriter printers use thermal printing...
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... information. Install the printer to the printer locally. 3. Before printing to a shared printer from Windows, you first need to follow to a shared printer, any messages generated by the printer, including error messages, are provided as a general overview and reminder that you have already installed DYMO Label software on the remote computer that you can share it. Install the printer on the local computer. Sharing a Printer on a Network These instructions assume...
... information. Install the printer to the printer locally. 3. Before printing to a shared printer from Windows, you first need to follow to a shared printer, any messages generated by the printer, including error messages, are provided as a general overview and reminder that you have already installed DYMO Label software on the remote computer that you can share it. Install the printer on the local computer. Sharing a Printer on a Network These instructions assume...
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The DYMO label printer Properties dialog boxappears with the Sharing tab selected. 4 Select the Share this printer. 11 This indicates that appears to this printer check box. 5 Optionally, enter a different name for the printer in the workgroup can print to other users on the network. 6 Click OK. The share icon (hand) is the printer name that other users in the Share name box. The Printers control panel...
The DYMO label printer Properties dialog boxappears with the Sharing tab selected. 4 Select the Share this printer. 11 This indicates that appears to this printer check box. 5 Optionally, enter a different name for the printer in the workgroup can print to other users on the network. 6 Click OK. The share icon (hand) is the printer name that other users in the Share name box. The Printers control panel...
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... need to install DYMO Label Software (DLS) on printing to a shared printer under other versions of Mac OS, see your Mac OS documentation or contact your computer. To share the printer 1 Select System Preferences from the Apple menu. For information on your Windows documentation for more information about adding a network printer. See the printer's Quick Start Guide for the LabelWriter Duo tape printer. once for the LabelWriter Duo label printer and...
... need to install DYMO Label Software (DLS) on printing to a shared printer under other versions of Mac OS, see your Mac OS documentation or contact your computer. To share the printer 1 Select System Preferences from the Apple menu. For information on your Windows documentation for more information about adding a network printer. See the printer's Quick Start Guide for the LabelWriter Duo tape printer. once for the LabelWriter Duo label printer and...
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... to install DYMO Label software on both labels and tape, select both the LabelWriter DUO Label and the LabelWriter DUO Tape 128 printers. 4 Select the Share these printers with your printer for information.) 2 From the Finder, select Applications>Utilities>Printer Setup Utility. The Printer List dialog box is displayed. 14 Adding a Shared Printer Before you can print on the remote computer. To install a shared network printer 1 Install DYMO Label software. (See the Quick Start Guide that came with other computers check...
... to install DYMO Label software on both labels and tape, select both the LabelWriter DUO Label and the LabelWriter DUO Tape 128 printers. 4 Select the Share these printers with your printer for information.) 2 From the Finder, select Applications>Utilities>Printer Setup Utility. The Printer List dialog box is displayed. 14 Adding a Shared Printer Before you can print on the remote computer. To install a shared network printer 1 Install DYMO Label software. (See the Quick Start Guide that came with other computers check...
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... for installing a printer driver from Windows XP (Service Pack 2), Windows Vista, Windows 7, and Mac OS v10.4 or later. Visit the DYMO Web site to a wired or wireless USB print server. If prompted to select your print server supports the type of a USB cable to the USB connector on your label printer and the other end to the USB connector on the print server. 2 Connect the print server to your network. 3 Connect power to the label printer and print server. 4 Install...
... for installing a printer driver from Windows XP (Service Pack 2), Windows Vista, Windows 7, and Mac OS v10.4 or later. Visit the DYMO Web site to a wired or wireless USB print server. If prompted to select your print server supports the type of a USB cable to the USB connector on your label printer and the other end to the USB connector on the print server. 2 Connect the print server to your network. 3 Connect power to the label printer and print server. 4 Install...
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...Over a Network Printer Firmware Versions that Support Print Servers Refer to the table below for assistance on the bottom of the printer. If your printer's firmware version by checking the serial number printed on updating the printer's firmware. 16 You can determine your printer has firmware that does not support print servers, contact DYMO technical support for information about the label printer firmware versions that supports print servers. DYMO Label Printer Model DYMO LabelWriter 400 DYMO LabelWriter 400 Turbo DYMO LabelWriter Twin Turbo Serial Numbers Greater Than Firmware...
...Over a Network Printer Firmware Versions that Support Print Servers Refer to the table below for assistance on the bottom of the printer. If your printer's firmware version by checking the serial number printed on updating the printer's firmware. 16 You can determine your printer has firmware that does not support print servers, contact DYMO technical support for information about the label printer firmware versions that supports print servers. DYMO Label Printer Model DYMO LabelWriter 400 DYMO LabelWriter 400 Turbo DYMO LabelWriter Twin Turbo Serial Numbers Greater Than Firmware...
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... printer and the label roll compartment 1 Disconnect the power cord. 2 Use the lint-free cloth to wipe the exterior of the printer occasionally will get the best possible performance from the inside the printer. Caution If you long and trouble-free service, while requiring very little maintenance. To purchase additional cleaning cards, visit www.dymo.com. However, it does not contain ammonia. • Small...
... printer and the label roll compartment 1 Disconnect the power cord. 2 Use the lint-free cloth to wipe the exterior of the printer occasionally will get the best possible performance from the inside the printer. Caution If you long and trouble-free service, while requiring very little maintenance. To purchase additional cleaning cards, visit www.dymo.com. However, it does not contain ammonia. • Small...
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... use care when cleaning. 6 Replace the cleaning tool, insert the label cassette, and press the button to clean both sides of the cutter blade. The cutter blade will not move into view. 4 Use a cotton swab and alcohol to close the tray. Caring for Your Printer To clean the tape print head (LabelWriter Duo only) 1 Press the button on the front of the label cassette tray. 2 Remove the label cassette. 3 Quickly press the Form Feed and Label Eject buttons at...
... use care when cleaning. 6 Replace the cleaning tool, insert the label cassette, and press the button to clean both sides of the cutter blade. The cutter blade will not move into view. 4 Use a cotton swab and alcohol to close the tray. Caring for Your Printer To clean the tape print head (LabelWriter Duo only) 1 Press the button on the front of the label cassette tray. 2 Remove the label cassette. 3 Quickly press the Form Feed and Label Eject buttons at...
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... LabelWriter printer. www.dymo.com 19 If you are connected. Troubleshooting Status Light This section provides information on how to the LabelWriter SE450 Technical Reference Guide, available from the Developers Program page on the DYMO Web site. Labels are not loaded properly or the label roll is ready. Serial cable is connected and pirnter is empty. The status light visually shows the current state of trouble-free printing...
... LabelWriter printer. www.dymo.com 19 If you are connected. Troubleshooting Status Light This section provides information on how to the LabelWriter SE450 Technical Reference Guide, available from the Developers Program page on the DYMO Web site. Labels are not loaded properly or the label roll is ready. Serial cable is connected and pirnter is empty. The status light visually shows the current state of trouble-free printing...
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... form-feed button. If the print quality becomes faint, small dots of white appear scattered through the printer. 2 Press the label release lever forward and pull the jammed label out of labels. Every LabelWriter printer comes with a cleaning card. Another possibility is with the first roll of the printer for information about the LabelWriter cleaning card. Clearing Label Jams To clear labels that have become jammed in working condition. Try using DYMO-branded labels. See...
... form-feed button. If the print quality becomes faint, small dots of white appear scattered through the printer. 2 Press the label release lever forward and pull the jammed label out of labels. Every LabelWriter printer comes with a cleaning card. Another possibility is with the first roll of the printer for information about the LabelWriter cleaning card. Clearing Label Jams To clear labels that have become jammed in working condition. Try using DYMO-branded labels. See...
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... power strip is installed correctly. Troubleshooting • Make sure your labels are using DYMO-branded labels. See "Loading Labels" on the front of the printer is not lit, check to the LabelWriter printer. Printer Does Not Print or Stops Printing If your printer does not print or stops printing while in , and that your USB cable has not come loose from your software and directs it to make sure the cable is connected properly. 4 (Windows) Check that your LabelWriter printer driver...
... power strip is installed correctly. Troubleshooting • Make sure your labels are using DYMO-branded labels. See "Loading Labels" on the front of the printer is not lit, check to the LabelWriter printer. Printer Does Not Print or Stops Printing If your printer does not print or stops printing while in , and that your USB cable has not come loose from your software and directs it to make sure the cable is connected properly. 4 (Windows) Check that your LabelWriter printer driver...
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... REPLACEMENT OF THE PRINTER. Obtaining Technical Support If you experience problems with the setup or use of your printer, carefully read this manual to make sure you have not missed something that includes the latest support information for use only with DYMO-branded labels. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, DYMO MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AND DYMO SPECIFICALLY EXCLUDES WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. DYMO LabelWriter printers...
... REPLACEMENT OF THE PRINTER. Obtaining Technical Support If you experience problems with the setup or use of your printer, carefully read this manual to make sure you have not missed something that includes the latest support information for use only with DYMO-branded labels. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, DYMO MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AND DYMO SPECIFICALLY EXCLUDES WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. DYMO LabelWriter printers...
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Technical Specifications 450 450 Turbo 450 Twin Turbo 4XL 450 Duo (Label Printer) 450 Duo (Tape Printer) Print Method Direct Thermal Thermal Transfer Print Resolution 300 dots per inch (11....8 dots per mm) 180 dots per inch (7.09 dots per hour Regulatory Approvals CE, FCC, TUV CB, cTUVus, TUV GS, and C-Tick Warranty Two Year Limited 23 Chapter 6 Technical and Environmental Information This chapter contains technical and certification information for address label in text mode...
Technical Specifications 450 450 Turbo 450 Twin Turbo 4XL 450 Duo (Label Printer) 450 Duo (Tape Printer) Print Method Direct Thermal Thermal Transfer Print Resolution 300 dots per inch (11....8 dots per mm) 180 dots per inch (7.09 dots per hour Regulatory Approvals CE, FCC, TUV CB, cTUVus, TUV GS, and C-Tick Warranty Two Year Limited 23 Chapter 6 Technical and Environmental Information This chapter contains technical and certification information for address label in text mode...
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... for address label in text mode) Serial (115.2K baud): 40 lpm Maximum Print Width 2.13 in (54 mm) Maximum Media Width 2.44 in (62 mm) Maximum Label Length User-definable Interface USB 2.0 Printer Class Device Bi-directional, RS232 Serial (1200 to the LabelWriter SE450 Technical Reference Guide, available from the Developers Program page on the DYMO Web site (www.dymo.com). To avoid incommoding reflections at visual display...
... for address label in text mode) Serial (115.2K baud): 40 lpm Maximum Print Width 2.13 in (54 mm) Maximum Media Width 2.44 in (62 mm) Maximum Label Length User-definable Interface USB 2.0 Printer Class Device Bi-directional, RS232 Serial (1200 to the LabelWriter SE450 Technical Reference Guide, available from the Developers Program page on the DYMO Web site (www.dymo.com). To avoid incommoding reflections at visual display...