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  • Page 1 User’s Guide PT-P900W PT-P950NW Read the whole guide before using your product and keep it for later reference. Version 0 US ENG...
  • Page 2 The available options and supplies may vary depending on the country. Available Manuals Visit the Brother Solutions Center at support.brother.com and click Manuals on your model page to download the latest manuals. This guide provides safety information; read it before you use the Product Safety Guide P-touch Label Printer.

  • Page 3: Symbols Used In This Guide

    Symbols Used in This Guide The following symbols are used throughout this guide: WARNING Tells you what to do to avoid the risk of injury. Tells you about procedures you must follow to avoid minor personal injury or CAUTION damage to the P-touch Label Printer. Indicates information or directions that should be followed.
  • Page 4 2008 R2. ® ® Windows Server 2012 in this document represents all editions of Windows Server 2012 and Windows  ® Server 2012 R2.  Not all models are available in all countries. ©2016 Brother Industries, Ltd. All rights reserved.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Transferring Templates from the Computer to the P-touch Label Printer..........22 Connecting Using the Serial Adapter (Optional:PA-SCA-001) ..............23 ® Serial (RS-232C) Cable (Windows Only) ..................24 Serial Interface Settings ........................24 Connecting Using the Bluetooth Interface (Optional: PA-BI-002) (PT-P950NW Only)......25 Product Specifications of PA-BI-002 ....................25...
  • Page 6 Communication Settings for Windows ....................29 Settings Dialog Box ...........................29 Menu Bar ............................31 General Tab............................34 Wired LAN (PT-P950NW Only)/Wireless LAN Tabs .................36 Wireless Direct Tab ...........................41 Bluetooth Tab (PT-P950NW Only) ....................42 Applying Setting Changes to Multiple Printers ..................43 ® Device Settings for Windows .........................44...
  • Page 7 Other Functions Confirming the P-touch Label Printer Settings..................82 Mass Storage Mode..........................82 Description............................82 Using the Mass Storage Mode ......................82 ® Distributed Printing (Windows Only)......................84 Printing Labels in High Resolution Mode....................88 Printing Labels in High Speed Mode .......................89 Section II Application ® How to Use Cable Label Tool (Windows Only) Starting Cable Label Tool ........................91...
  • Page 8 ® Transferring Templates with P-touch Transfer Express (Windows Only) Preparing P-touch Transfer Express .....................126 Transferring the Template to P-touch Transfer Manager ..............127 Saving the Template as a Transfer Package File (.pdz)................128 Distributing the Transfer Package File (.pdz) and P-touch Transfer Express to the User .....130 Transferring the Transfer Package File (.pdz) to Your P-touch Label Printer........131 How to Update P-touch Software ®...
  • Page 9 Maintenance Cleaning the Exterior of the Unit......................152 Cleaning the Print Head and Head Roller....................152 Print Head............................153 Head Roller............................153 Cleaning the Tape Cutter........................154 Troubleshooting Overview..............................155 Printing Problems ..........................156 Label Problems..........................159 Printer Problems ..........................160 Network Setup Problems.........................161 P-touch Label Printer Cannot Print over the Network P-touch Label Printer Is Not Found on the Network Even after Successful Installation ....162 Security Software Problems ......................162 Checking the Operation of Network Devices...................163...
  • Page 10 Printing Using the One-Touch Panel ....................218 Printing Using a Barcode Scanner ....................220 Label Layouts on the P-touch Label Printer (Checking, Deleting and Log) ...........221 Replacing the Time/Date Battery......................222 Frequently Asked Questions........................224 Product Specifications ...........................226 Using the Brother Barcode Scanner (Optional: PA-BR-001) (PT-P950NW Only)
  • Page 11 Section I Basic Operations Setting Up the P-touch Label Printer Printing Using the Computer Printing Using the Mobile Device Using the Other Interfaces (Serial Interface/Bluetooth Interface) Changing the P-touch Label Printer Settings Printing Labels Using P-touch Template Other Functions...

  • Page 12: Setting Up The P-Touch Label Printer

    Setting Up the P-touch Label Printer General Description Front 1 Tape compartment cover 2 Tape exit slot 3 Cover open button (Status) indicator (Battery) indicator (Power) button (Feed&Cut) button (Wi-Fi) button...

  • Page 13: Back

    Setting Up the P-touch Label Printer Back PT-P900W PT-P950NW 1 AC adapter socket 2 Serial port 3 USB port (for Computer) 4 USB host (for Barcode Scanner) 5 LAN port Important Before using the P-touch Label Printer, make sure you remove the protective material according to the following procedure.

  • Page 14: Connecting The Power Supply

    Setting Up the P-touch Label Printer Connecting the Power Supply Use the AD9100ESA (AC adapter) for this P-touch Label Printer. Connect the AC adapter directly to the P- touch Label Printer. Insert the plug on the AC adapter cord into the AC adapter socket marked DC IN 24 V on the P-touch Label Printer.

  • Page 15: Inserting A Tape Cassette

    Setting Up the P-touch Label Printer Inserting a Tape Cassette The TZe, HGe tape, FLe label and HSe tube cassettes can be used in your P-touch Label Printer. Important If the new tape cassette has a cardboard stopper, be sure to remove the stopper before inserting the cassette.
  • Page 16 Setting Up the P-touch Label Printer Important • When inserting the tape cassette, make sure that the tape and ink ribbon do not catch on the print head. • Make sure that there is no slack in the tape. Otherwise the tape may catch on the protrusion (2) and become bent or wrinkled, causing the tape to jam.

  • Page 17: Turning Power On/Off

    Setting Up the P-touch Label Printer Turning Power On/Off On: Press the (Power) button to turn on the P-touch Label Printer. The (Power) indicator lights in green. Off: Press and hold the (Power) button again to turn off the P-touch Label Printer. The (Power) indicator may light in orange until the power is off.

  • Page 18: Printing Using The Computer

    Mac, install the printer driver, Cable Label Tool, P-touch Editor and other applications. Visit our website (www.brother.com/inst) and download the installer for the latest software and manuals. Double-click the downloaded file and follow the on-screen instructions to proceed with the installation.

  • Page 19: Connecting The P-Touch Label Printer To A Computer

    9.  Wired LAN connection (PT-P950NW only) See Connecting Using a Wired LAN (PT-P950NW Only) on page 12. Connecting Using USB Before connecting the USB cable, make sure that the P-touch Label Printer is turned off. Connect the P-touch Label Printer end of the USB cable to the USB port on the back of the P-touch Label Printer.
  • Page 20 Printing Using the Computer • To configure the Wi-Fi settings again, or if the status of the Wi-Fi connection for your printer is not clear, reset the Wi-Fi settings of the printer. 1 Confirm that the printer is turned off. 2 Press and hold the (Power) and (Feed&Cut) buttons for more than three seconds.
  • Page 21 Printing Using the Computer Enter the password in the [Passphrase] field. Note The required information depends on the authentication method and encryption mode; enter only the information relevant to your network environment. To send the settings to the printer, click [Apply]. When the connection between the P-touch Label Printer and your wireless access point/router is established, the (Wi-Fi) indicator lights in green.

  • Page 22: Connecting Using A Wired Lan (Pt-P950Nw Only)

    When the wireless function is on, the Li-ion battery power will decrease quickly. To change the power source, connect the AC adapter. Connecting Using a Wired LAN (PT-P950NW Only) Note To use a static IP address to connect your P-touch Label Printer to a wired LAN connection, install the printer driver and Printer Setting Tool, and then specify wired LAN connection settings with [Communication Settings] in the Printer Setting Tool.

  • Page 23: Printing From A Computer

    To use the P-touch Label Printer effectively, a number of applications and functions are available. You must install the printer driver to use these applications. Visit our website (www.brother.com/inst) and download the installer for the applications and printer driver. Application...

  • Page 24: Printing From Your Computer

    Printing Using the Computer Printing from Your Computer There are various methods for printing with this P-touch Label Printer. The following describes the procedure for printing from a computer using Cable Label Tool or P-touch Editor. Start Cable Label Tool or P-touch Editor, and then open the document you want to print. Create a label design.
  • Page 25 Printing Using the Computer Tape Cut Option Table Auto Cut Half Cut Chain Printing Image Special tape ― ― (FLe Label) ― ― (FLe Label)

  • Page 26: Attaching Labels

    Printing Using the Computer Note • When printing multiple copies of different labels, select chain printing option to reduce the blank space between the labels. (See Tape Cut Option Table on page 14.) • When using the chain printing option, press the (Feed&Cut) button after the last label is printed.

  • Page 27: Printing Using The Mobile Device

    Connecting the P-touch Label Printer to a Mobile Device You can connect your P-touch Label Printer to a mobile device. To create and print labels directly from your mobile device, install the Brother mobile applications, and then connect your P-touch Label Printer to your mobile device.

  • Page 28: Turning The Wireless Function On Or Off

    AC adapter. Printing from a Mobile Device Printing from Your Mobile Device Start the application (Mobile Cable Label Tool/Brother iPrint&Label) on your mobile device. (See Available Applications on page 17.) Note Make sure that the P-touch Label Printer is connected to your mobile device.
  • Page 29 Printing Using the Mobile Device Cutting Options The cutting options allow you to specify how the item is fed and cut when it is printed. Use the printing option to select the cutting option when printing from the mobile device using the application. See the following table for a list of all available settings: Tape Cut Option Table Auto Cut...

  • Page 30: Using A Mobile Device To Print Templates Created On A Computer

    Printing Using the Mobile Device Tape Cut Option Table Auto Cut Half Cut Chain Printing Image Special tape (FLe Label) ― ― (Mobile Cable Label Tool only) (FLe Label) ― ― (Mobile Cable Label Tool only) Note • When printing multiple copies of different labels, select chain printing option to reduce the blank space between the labels.

  • Page 31: Attaching Labels

    Printer using Infrastructure Mode, you can quickly transfer downloaded files (.blf file only). Use the barcode scanner or the touch panel display (optional: PA-TDU-003)(PT-P950NW only) to select the template that you want to print from the transferred file and print it.

  • Page 32: Using The Other Interfaces (Serial Interface/Bluetooth Interface)

    Using the Other Interfaces (Serial Interface/Bluetooth Interface) To connect a barcode scanner or scale to the P-touch Label Printer using a serial cable or Bluetooth and use the P-touch Template functions, you must transfer a template to the printer in advance. Installing the Printer Driver and Software Install the printer driver and software (P-touch Editor).

  • Page 33: Connecting Using The Serial Adapter (Optional:pa-Sca-001)

    • To change the communication settings, use [P-touch Template Settings] in the Printer Setting Tool. For more information on setting the P-touch Label Printer baud rate, download P-touch Template Manual/Command Reference (English only) from the Brother Solutions Center at support.brother.com To download the latest version, from the Brother Solutions Center website: 1 Visit support.brother.com...

  • Page 34: Serial (Rs-232C) Cable (Windows ® Only)

    • For serial interfaces, a shielded interface cable should be used to ensure compliance with the limits for Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC). • Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Brother Industries, Ltd. may affect the performance and print quality, and damage may not be covered under the limited warranty.

  • Page 35: Connecting Using The Bluetooth Interface (Optional: Pa-Bi-002) (Pt-P950Nw Only)

    Bluetooth interface. Connecting the P-touch Label Printer to a computer using Bluetooth:  See [FAQs & Troubleshooting] on the Brother Solutions Center at support.brother.com.  Connecting the P-touch Label Printer to a barcode scanner using Bluetooth: This P-touch Label Printer will not be able to print using Bluetooth immediately after it has been enabled.

  • Page 36: Changing The P-Touch Label Printer Settings

    The Printer Setting Tool is installed automatically when you use the initial installer to install the printer driver. For more information, see Installing the Printer Driver and Software on page 8. Important The Printer Setting Tool is available only with compatible Brother printers. Before Using the Printer Setting Tool ...

  • Page 37: Using The Printer Setting Tool For Windows

    Click the [Printer Setting Tool] icon on the [Apps] screen. ® For Windows  From the Start button, select [All apps], and then click [Brother] - [Label & Mobile Printer] - [Printer Setting Tool]. The main window appears. 1 Printer Lists the connected printers.
  • Page 38 4 P-touch Template Settings Specifies P-touch Template settings. For more information on P-touch Template, download the P-touch Template Manual/Command Reference (English only) from the Brother Solutions Center at support.brother.com. 5 Exit Closes the window. Check that the P-touch Label Printer you want to configure appears next to [Printer]. If a different printer appears, select the P-touch Label Printer you want from the drop-down list.

  • Page 39: Communication Settings For Windows

    USB cable or via a Bluetooth connection (PT-P950NW only). Not only can you change the communication settings for one printer, but you can also apply the same settings to multiple printers.
  • Page 40 Changing the P-touch Label Printer Settings 6 Settings Tabs Contains settings that may be specified or changed. appears in the tab, the settings in that tab will not be applied to the printer. 7 Settings Display/Change Area Displays the current settings for the selected item. 8 Refresh Updates the displayed settings with the most recent information.

  • Page 41: Menu Bar

    Changing the P-touch Label Printer Settings Menu Bar 1 Apply Settings to the Printer Applies the settings to the printer. 2 Save Settings in Command File Saves the specified settings in a command file. The file extension is .bin. The saved command file can be used with the mass storage mode to apply the settings to a printer. (See Mass Storage Mode on page 82.) Note If the [Disable these settings] check box is selected, the settings in that tab are not saved.
  • Page 42 Changing the P-touch Label Printer Settings Note • When importing the computer wireless settings, administrator privileges for the computer are needed. • Only personal security authentication settings (open system, public key authentication and WPA/WPA2-PSK) can be imported. Enterprise security authentication (such as LEAP and EAP-FAST), WPA2-PSK (TKIP) and WPA-PSK (AES) settings cannot be imported.
  • Page 43 Changing the P-touch Label Printer Settings Note If the model of the connected printer is different from that of the printer shown in the [Printer] drop-down list, the settings available on all tabs change to match the connected printer. 7 Change Node Name/Bluetooth Device Name Allows renaming a node.

  • Page 44: General Tab

    Specifies the conditions for connecting via Wi-Fi when the printer is turned on. PT-P900W: Select [On by Default], [Off by Default] or [Keep Current State]. PT-P950NW: Select [Wireless LAN by Default], [Wired LAN by Default] or [Keep Current State]. 2 Selected Interface...
  • Page 45 Changing the P-touch Label Printer Settings IPv6 1 IPv6 usage Select [Enable] or [Disable]. 2 Priority on IPv6 address Select to give priority to an IPv6 address.

  • Page 46: Wired Lan (Pt-P950Nw Only)/Wireless Lan Tabs

    Changing the P-touch Label Printer Settings Wired LAN (PT-P950NW Only)/Wireless LAN Tabs TCP/IP (Wired) TCP/IP (Wireless) 1 Boot Method Select [AUTO], [BOOTP], [DHCP], [RARP] or [STATIC]. 2 IP Address/Subnet Mask/Gateway Specifies the various networking values. You can type these settings only when the IP address is set to [STATIC].
  • Page 47 Changing the P-touch Label Printer Settings 3 DNS Server Method Select [AUTO] or [STATIC]. 4 Primary DNS Server IP Address/Secondary DNS Server IP Address You can type these settings only when the DNS server is set to [STATIC].
  • Page 48 Changing the P-touch Label Printer Settings IPv6 1 Static IPv6 Address Specifies a permanent IPv6 address. 2 Enable this address Enables the specified static IPv6 address. 3 Primary DNS Server IPv6 Address/Secondary DNS Server IPv6 Address Specifies the DNS server IPv6 addresses. 4 IPv6 Address List Displays the list of IPv6 addresses.
  • Page 49 Changing the P-touch Label Printer Settings Wireless Settings 1 Communication Mode Select [Infrastructure] or [Ad-hoc]. 2 SSID (Network Name) Clicking [Search] displays the available SSID selections in a separate dialog box. 3 Channel Lists available channels. Note This setting is valid only in Ad-Hoc mode. 4 Authentication Method/Encryption Mode The supported encryption modes for the authentication methods are as shown in Communication Modes and Authentication Methods/Encryption Modes on page 40.
  • Page 50 Changing the P-touch Label Printer Settings Communication Modes and Authentication Methods/Encryption Modes When [Communication Mode] is set to [Ad-hoc]  Authentication Method Encryption Mode Open System None / WEP  When [Communication Mode] is set to [Infrastructure] Authentication Method Encryption Mode Open System None / WEP Shared Key...

  • Page 51: Wireless Direct Tab

    Changing the P-touch Label Printer Settings Wireless Direct Tab Wireless Direct Settings 1 SSID (Network Name)/Network Key Specifies the SSID (25 ASCII characters or fewer) and the network key (63 characters or fewer) you want to use in the Wireless Direct mode. Note The factory settings for the SSID and password are as follows: SSID: "DIRECT-*****_PT-P900W"...

  • Page 52: Bluetooth Tab (Pt-P950Nw Only)

    Changing the P-touch Label Printer Settings Bluetooth Tab (PT-P950NW Only) Bluetooth Settings 1 Bluetooth usage Select [Enable] or [Disable(serial port)]. 2 Visible to Other Devices Allows the printer to be “discovered” by other Bluetooth devices. Available settings: [Discoverable], [Not Discoverable] 3 Change PIN code If this check box is selected, you can change the PIN.

  • Page 53: Applying Setting Changes To Multiple Printers

    Changing the P-touch Label Printer Settings Applying Setting Changes to Multiple Printers After applying settings to the first printer, disconnect the printer from the computer, and then connect the second printer to the computer. Select the newly connected printer from the [Printer] drop-down list. Note If the [Automatically detects the connected printer, and retrieves the current settings] check box in the [Option Settings] dialog box is selected, the printer connected with the USB cable is automatically...

  • Page 54: Device Settings For Windows

    Changing the P-touch Label Printer Settings ® Device Settings for Windows With [Device Settings] in the Printer Setting Tool, printer settings can be specified or changed when connecting the printer and computer with a USB cable or via a Bluetooth connection. Not only can you change the device settings for one printer, but you can also apply the same settings to multiple printers.
  • Page 55 Changing the P-touch Label Printer Settings 4 Current Settings Retrieves the settings from the currently connected printer and displays them in the dialog box. Settings will also be retrieved for parameters on tabs with 5 Disable these settings When this check box is selected, appears in the tab, and the settings can no longer be specified or changed.

  • Page 56: Menu Bar

    Changing the P-touch Label Printer Settings Menu Bar 1 Apply Settings to the Printer Applies the settings to the printer. Performs the same operation as when [Apply] is clicked. 2 Save Settings in Command File Saves the specified settings in a command file. Performs the same operation as when [Save in Command File] is selected from the [Apply] drop-down list.
  • Page 57 Changing the P-touch Label Printer Settings 6 Print Unit Settings Prints a report containing firmware version and device setting information. You can also print this report using the (Feed&Cut) button (see Confirming the P-touch Label Printer Settings on page 82). Note When you print this report, use 0.94"...

  • Page 58: Basic Tab

    Changing the P-touch Label Printer Settings Basic Tab 1 Auto Power On Specifies whether the printer turns on automatically when the power supply cord is plugged into an AC power outlet. Available settings: [Disable], [Enable] 2 Auto Power Off (AC/DC) Specifies the period of time that passes before the printer turns off automatically when connected to an AC power outlet.

  • Page 59: Label Settings Tab

    Changing the P-touch Label Printer Settings Label Settings Tab 1 Length Adjustment Adjusts the length of the printed label to correspond to the length of the label displayed on the computer. Available settings: -4 to +4 (1 increments) 2 Full Cut Margin Adjustment Adjusts the margin length when fully cutting labels.

  • Page 60: Panel Settings Tab (Pt-P950Nw Only)

    Changing the P-touch Label Printer Settings Panel Settings Tab (PT-P950NW Only) Specify the settings when the touch panel display (optional) is used. 1 Confirm Print Select whether a message appears before printing so that the number of copies can be confirmed.

  • Page 61: Management Tabs (Pt-P950Nw Only)

    Changing the P-touch Label Printer Settings Management Tabs (PT-P950NW Only) Specify the settings when the touch panel display (optional) is used. Important To display these tabs, you must have administrator privileges for the computer or the printer. You can confirm the administrator privileges for the printer in the [Printer properties] - [Security] tab.
  • Page 62 Changing the P-touch Label Printer Settings 1 Keys Function Select the type of data assigned to keys in the one-touch panel. To assign templates, select [Template]. To assign databases linked to a single template, select [Database]. Available settings: [Template], [Database] 2 Serialize Mode Select whether to serialize from the last number printed.
  • Page 63 Changing the P-touch Label Printer Settings 12 Disable Edit Select whether label layouts can be edited. Available settings: [On], [Off] 13 Lock Settings Select whether settings selected by pressing [ ] (settings key) on the touch panel display can be changed.

  • Page 64: Applying Setting Changes To Multiple Printers

    Changing the P-touch Label Printer Settings Applying Setting Changes to Multiple Printers After applying settings to the first printer, disconnect the printer from the computer, and then connect the second printer to the computer. Select the newly connected printer from the [Printer] drop-down list. Click [Apply].

  • Page 65: P-Touch Template Settings For Windows

    • P-touch template mode is also compatible with other input devices like a scale, testing machine, controller or a programmable logic device. • For more information on P-touch Template, download the P-touch Template Manual/Command Reference (English only) from the Brother Solutions Center at support.brother.com [Select your region/country.] - [Manuals] - [Choose your product]...

  • Page 66: P-Touch Template Settings Dialog Box

    [Received Data Size]: Printing starts when the number of characters specified here is received. However, delimiters are not counted in the number of characters. 5 Character Code Table Select one of the following character code sets: Available settings: [Windows 1252], [Windows 1250 Eastern Europe], [Brother standard]...
  • Page 67 23h 24h 40h 5Bh 5Ch 5Dh 5Eh 60h 7Bh 7Ch 7Dh 7Eh For switched characters, see the P-touch Template Manual/Command Reference (which can be downloaded from the Brother Solutions Center website). 7 Command Prefix Character Specifies the prefix character code, which identifies commands used in P-touch Template mode.

  • Page 68: Printer Setting Tool For Mac

    Using the Printer Setting Tool for Mac Connect the P-touch Label Printer you want to configure to the computer. Click [Macintosh HD] - [Applications] - [Brother] - [Printer Setting Tool] - [Printer Setting Tool.app]. The [Printer Setting Tool] window appears.

  • Page 69: Settings Dialog Box

    Changing the P-touch Label Printer Settings Settings Dialog Box 1 Printer Lists the connected printers. 2 Import Imports settings from a file. 3 Export Saves the current settings in a file. 4 Setting Tabs Contain settings that may be specified or changed. 5 Apply Settings to the Printer Applies the settings to the printer.

  • Page 70: Basic Tab

    Changing the P-touch Label Printer Settings Basic Tab 1 Auto Power On Specifies whether the printer turns on automatically when the power supply cord is plugged into an AC power outlet. Available settings: [Disable], [Enable] 2 Auto Power Off (AC/DC) Specifies the period of time that passes before the printer turns off automatically when connected to an AC power outlet.

  • Page 71: Label Settings Tab

    Changing the P-touch Label Printer Settings Label Settings Tab 1 Length Adjustment Adjusts the length of the printed label to correspond to the length of the label displayed on the computer. Available settings: -4 to +4 (1 increments) 2 Full Cut Margin Adjustment Adjusts the margin length when fully cutting labels.

  • Page 72: Bluetooth Settings Tab (Pt-P950Nw Only)

    Changing the P-touch Label Printer Settings Bluetooth Settings Tab (PT-P950NW Only) 1 Bluetooth usage Select [Enable] or [Disable(serial port)]. 2 Bluetooth Device Name Allows to type the Bluetooth device name. 3 Bluetooth Address Displays the acquired Bluetooth address. 4 Visible to Other Devices Allows the printer to be "discovered"...

  • Page 73: Wireless Lan Tab

    Changing the P-touch Label Printer Settings Wireless LAN Tab 1 WirelessDirect Turns the Wireless Direct function on or off. 2 SSID/Network Key Generation Select [AUTO] or [STATIC]. 3 SSID (Network Name)/Network Key Specifies the SSID (3 to 25 ASCII characters) and the network key you want to use in the Wireless Direct mode.

  • Page 74: Applying Setting Changes To Multiple Printers

    Changing the P-touch Label Printer Settings Applying Setting Changes to Multiple Printers After applying settings to the first printer, disconnect the printer from the computer, and then connect the second printer to the computer. Select the newly connected printer from the [Printer] drop-down list. Click [Apply Settings to the Printer].

  • Page 75: Changing Settings When Printing From A Mobile Device

    Changing the P-touch Label Printer Settings Changing Settings When Printing from a Mobile Device If using a mobile device, change the settings as necessary using the application before printing. The settings that can be changed vary according to the application. Note Before connecting a mobile device, you can specify detailed settings by connecting the P-touch Label Printer to a computer and using the Printer Setting Tool (see Changing the P-touch Label Printer Settings...

  • Page 76: Printing Labels Using P-Touch Template

    • P-touch template mode is also compatible with other input devices like a scale, testing machine, controller or a programmable logic device. • See the P-touch Template Manual/Command Reference for more information. You can download the latest versions from the Brother Solutions Center at support.brother.com [Select your region/country.] - [Manuals] - [Choose your product]...

  • Page 77: Preparation

    Click the [Printer Setting Tool] icon on the [Apps] screen. ®  For Windows From the Start button, select [All apps], and then click [Brother] - [Label & Mobile Printer] - [Printer Setting Tool]. Click [P-touch Template Settings]. Select the appropriate settings, and then click [Set].
  • Page 78 Printing Labels Using P-touch Template Note • By default, printing begins with the code "^FF" is scanned from a barcode using a barcode scanner. (This can be changed with the settings in A.) If [Received Data Size] is selected with the number of bytes setting, the template will automatically print out after the specified number of bytes have been scanned in.

  • Page 79: Specifying The Rs232C Serial Port Settings

    Printing Labels Using P-touch Template Specifying the RS232C Serial Port Settings If you are using a barcode scanner or other device with an RS-232C serial interface, you will need to set the serial communications in the barcode scanner and the P-touch Label Printer to be the same in order to operate reliably.

  • Page 80: Connecting A Barcode Scanner

    • When using the RS232C serial interface, you may also need the RJ25 to DB9M serial adapter (optional: PA-SCA-001). • When using the Bluetooth interface with the PT-P950NW, you also need the Bluetooth interface (optional: PA-BI-002). Recommended barcode scanner selection criteria ...

  • Page 81: Standard Template Printing

    P-touch Label Printer but you will need to scan different barcodes in step f to select and print it. For more information, download P-touch Template Manual/Command Reference (English only) from the Brother Solutions Center at support.brother.com [Select your region/country.] - [Manuals] - [Choose your product] •...
  • Page 82 "On". For more information on P-touch Template Settings, download P-touch Template Manual/Command Reference (English only) from the Brother Solutions Center at support.brother.com [Select your region/country.] - [Manuals] - [Choose your product] • To specify the number of copies you want, scan the “Number of copies” barcode, and then scan the barcodes under “For entering numbers”...

  • Page 83: Advanced Template Printing

    Printing Labels Using P-touch Template Advanced Template Printing Download a template and scan a barcode to print a copy or insert the scanned data into a different looking label. Note • For more information on the barcodes that can be scanned using various settings, see List of Barcodes for the P-touch Template Function on page 184.
  • Page 84 "On". For more information on P-touch Template Setting Tool, download P-touch Template Manual/Command Reference (English only) from the Brother Solutions Center at support.brother.com [Select your region/country.] - [Manuals] - [Choose your product] • To specify the number of copies you want, scan the “Number of copies” barcode, and then scan the barcodes under “For entering numbers”...
  • Page 85 Printing Labels Using P-touch Template Scan a barcode that contains the data you want inserted into the barcode object in the selected downloaded template from step f. Example: (CODE128/9-digit) Scan the "Begin printing" barcode to send the command to start printing. The barcode in the printed template will contain the data from the barcode scanned in step g.

  • Page 86: Database Lookup Printing

    Printing Labels Using P-touch Template Database Lookup Printing Download a database linked to a template and scan a barcode as a key word to find a record containing that key word, and then insert that record into the template and print it out. Note •...
  • Page 87 "On". For more information on P-touch Template Setting Tool, download P-touch Template Manual/Command Reference (English only) from the Brother Solutions Center at support.brother.com [Select your region/country.] - [Manuals] - [Choose your product] • To specify the number of copies to be printed, scan the “Number of copies” barcode, and then scan the barcodes under “For entering numbers”...
  • Page 88 Printing Labels Using P-touch Template Note You can use P-touch Editor to create and print a label with a single barcode for step f. Example: Scan a barcode that contains the key word to lookup in downloaded database from step d. Example: Scan the "Delimiter"...

  • Page 89: Numbering (Serialized Number) Printing

    Printing Labels Using P-touch Template Numbering (Serialized Number) Printing Automatically increment text or barcode in any downloaded template while printing. Note • This advanced operation can be applied to any of the P-touch Template mode basic operations. • You can automatically increment up to 999 printed copies. •...

  • Page 90: Barcode Numbering (Serializing)

    Printing Labels Using P-touch Template Barcode Numbering (Serializing)  Procedure Use P-touch Editor to create or open a template and select a barcode object that you want to automatically increment while printing. With the cursor over a selected barcode object, right-click and select [Properties]. Example: Click on the Input tab and highlight or drag the cursor over a group of numbers and letters within the barcode object that you want to increment (Numbering field).

  • Page 91: Printing With Numbering (Serializing) Advanced Operation

    Printing Labels Using P-touch Template Click [Numbering], and then click [OK]. Note A maximum of 15 numbers and letters can be selected in each Numbering field. Printing with Numbering (Serializing) Advanced Operation Using P-touch Transfer Manager, transfer (from P-touch Editor) a template (label layout) to the P-touch ®...

  • Page 92: Other Functions

    You can print the settings report without connecting the P-touch Label Printer to a computer or mobile device. Note The printer report contains the following information: The firmware version, device setting information, serial number, network setting information, and Bluetooth setting information (PT-P950NW only). Turn on the P-touch Label Printer. Press and hold the (Feed&Cut) button for more than ten seconds to print the report.
  • Page 93 Other Functions Note If the mass storage area does not appear automatically, refer to the operating instructions for the computer or device’s operating system for information about displaying the mass storage area. Drag and drop the file you want to copy to the mass storage area. Press the (Wi-Fi) button.

  • Page 94: Distributed Printing (Windows ® Only)

    Other Functions ® Distributed Printing (Windows Only) When printing a large number of labels, printing can be distributed among multiple printers. Because printing is performed at the same time, the total printing time can be reduced. Note • Printing can be distributed to printers connected via a USB or network connection. •...
  • Page 95 Other Functions Click the [Advanced] tab, select the [Distributed Printing] check box, and then click [Settings]. In the [Distributed Printing Settings] dialog box, select the printers you want to use for distributed printing. 1 Click [Detect Current Paper Information…]. 2 The current printer information that was detected appears below [Current Width] and [Paper Type]. 3 Select the check box next to the [Printer Name] you want.
  • Page 96 Other Functions Specify the tape width. A. If only one printer has been selected. In the [Distributed Printing Settings] dialog box from step d, select the printer whose setting you want to specify, and then either double-click it, or right-click it and then click [Settings]. From the [Set Width] drop-down list, select the tape width.
  • Page 97 Other Functions Click [OK] to close the [Distributed Printing Settings] window. Setup is completed. Click [OK] to start distributed printing. Note • It may not be possible for information to be detected for a printer connected using a USB hub or print server.

  • Page 98: Printing Labels In High Resolution Mode

    Other Functions Printing Labels in High Resolution Mode High resolution printing can be used if the AC adapter is connected, and TZe and HGe laminated tape with black ink is installed. Use the printer driver to select the high resolution mode when printing the labels. You cannot use this function for TZe-FX**1 tape.

  • Page 99: Printing Labels In High Speed Mode

    Other Functions Printing Labels in High Speed Mode High speed printing can be used if the AC adapter is connected, and TZe and HGe laminated tape with black ink is installed. Use the printer driver to select the high speed mode when printing the labels. You cannot use this function for TZe-FX**1 tape.
  • Page 100 Section II Application ® How to Use Cable Label Tool (Windows Only) How to Use P-touch Editor How to Use P-touch Transfer Manager and P-touch Library ® (Windows Only) Transferring Templates with P-touch Transfer Express ® (Windows Only) How to Update P-touch Software...

  • Page 101: How To Use Cable Label Tool (Windows Only)

    / Windows 7 / Windows Server 2008 / Windows Server 2008 R2: From the Start button, click [All Programs] - [Brother P-touch] - [Cable Label Tool 1.0], or double-click [Cable Label Tool 1.0] shortcut icon on the desktop. ® ®...
  • Page 102 ® How to Use Cable Label Tool (Windows Only) Click the button for the cable label type you want.

  • Page 103: Creating A Cable Label

    ® How to Use Cable Label Tool (Windows Only) Creating a Cable Label Faceplate Labels of this type can be used to identify various faceplates. Blocks of text are evenly spaced on each label.

  • Page 104: Cable Wrap

    ® How to Use Cable Label Tool (Windows Only) Cable Wrap Labels of this type can be wrapped around a cable or wire. The text is rotated 90° counterclockwise and printed. Note When using Flexible ID Tape: • We recommend using Flexible ID Tape for the "Cable Wrap" labels. •...

  • Page 105: Cable Flag

    ® How to Use Cable Label Tool (Windows Only) Cable Flag Labels of this type can be wrapped around a cable or wire, and both ends of the label stick together to form a flag. The text on flag labels is printed on both ends of the label, leaving a blank space in the middle that wraps around the cable.

  • Page 106: Patch Panel

    ® How to Use Cable Label Tool (Windows Only) Patch Panel Labels of this type can be used to identify various types of panels. Punch-Down Block Labels of this type can be used to identify a type of electrical connection, often used in telecommunications. You can enter up to eight lines for each block on a single label.

  • Page 107: Die-Cut Flag

    ® How to Use Cable Label Tool (Windows Only) Die-cut Flag Labels of this type can be printed on special die-cut flag labels to create flag labels for cables and wires. Use FLe tape cassettes for this type of application. Heat Shrink Tube Tubes of this type can be heated to shrink them to fit cables.

  • Page 108: Linking A Database

    ® How to Use Cable Label Tool (Windows Only) Linking a Database You can link databases to templates. Click [Database]. Select a database. The database linked to the template appears. Specify the data to print and the number of copies.

  • Page 109: Numbering Function (Serialized Number) Printing

    ® How to Use Cable Label Tool (Windows Only) Numbering Function (Serialized Number) Printing You can create numerically serialized labels. Highlight the text you want to serialize. Click [Serialize]. Specify the settings using the screen image as an example. Printing with Cable Label Tool You can print by selecting [Print] from the [File] menu or by clicking the [Print] button.

  • Page 110: Transferring Templates From Cable Label Tool To The P-Touch Label Printer

    ® How to Use Cable Label Tool (Windows Only) Transferring Templates from Cable Label Tool to the P-touch Label Printer Using the transfer function, you can transfer a template or a template with a database to the P-touch Label Printer without using P-touch Transfer Manager. Display the template to transfer in the layout window.

  • Page 111: How To Use P-Touch Editor

    Click [P-touch Editor 5.1] on the [Apps] screen or double-click [P-touch Editor 5.1] on the desktop. ®  For Windows From the Start button, select [All apps] and click [P-touch Editor 5.1] under [Brother P-touch], or double-click [P-touch Editor 5.1] on the desktop.
  • Page 112 How to Use P-touch Editor When P-touch Editor starts, select whether you want to create a new layout or open an existing layout. Note To change how P-touch Editor functions when it starts, click [Tools]-[Options] in the P-touch Editor menu bar to display the [Options] dialog box.
  • Page 113 How to Use P-touch Editor 5 To open the application for creating labels for electrical equipment management, double-click [Cable Labelling Wizard], or click [Cable Labelling Wizard] and then click [→] .

  • Page 114: Printing With P-Touch Editor

    How to Use P-touch Editor Printing with P-touch Editor  Express mode This mode allows you to quickly create layouts that include text and images. You can print by selecting [Print] from [File] in the menu bar or by clicking the [Print] icon. (Configure the printing settings in the [Print] screen before printing.) ...

  • Page 115: Transferring Data To The P-Touch Label Printer

    How to Use P-touch Editor Snap mode  This mode allows you to capture all or a portion of your computer screen display, print it as an image, and save it for future use. Click the [Snap] mode selection button. The [Description of Snap mode] dialog box appears.

  • Page 116: For Mac

    How to Use P-touch Editor For Mac Starting P-touch Editor Double-click [P-touch Editor] icon on the desktop. Note • The following method can also be used to start the P-touch Editor: Double-click [Macintosh HD] - [Applications] - [P-touch Editor 5.1], and then double-click the [P-touch Editor] application icon.

  • Page 117: Operation Modes

    How to Use P-touch Editor Operation modes  Standard Mode This mode allows you to create labels with text and images. The layout window consists of the following sections: 1 Command bar 2 Draw/Edit toolbar 3 Inspector 4 Layout window 5 Database window...

  • Page 118: Transferring Data To The P-Touch Label Printer

    How to Use P-touch Editor Snap mode  With this mode, you can capture the screen, print it as an image, and save it for future use. To start the Snap mode, follow steps below. Click the [Snap] mode selection button. The [Description of Snap mode] dialog box appears.

  • Page 119: How To Use P-Touch Transfer Manager And P-Touch Library (Windows ® Only)

    8.1 / Windows Server 2012 / Windows Server 2012 R2: Click [P-touch Transfer Manager 2.2] on the [Apps] screen. ® • For Windows From the Start button, select [All apps], and then click [P-touch Transfer Manager 2.2] under [Brother P-touch].
  • Page 120 ® How to Use P-touch Transfer Manager and P-touch Library (Windows Only) Main window 1 Menu bar Provides access to various commands, which are grouped under each menu title ([File], [Edit], [View], [Tool], and [Help]) according to their functions. 2 Toolbar Provides access to frequently used commands.
  • Page 121 ® How to Use P-touch Transfer Manager and P-touch Library (Windows Only) Explanations of the Toolbar Icons Icon Button name Function Transfer Transfers templates and other data from the computer to the (Only for P-touch Transfer P-touch Label Printer. Manager) Save Transfer File Changes the file type of the data to be transferred to other applications.

  • Page 122: Transferring Templates Or Other Data From The Computer To The P-Touch Label Printer

    ® How to Use P-touch Transfer Manager and P-touch Library (Windows Only) Transferring Templates or Other Data from the Computer to the P-touch Label Printer Use the following procedure to transfer templates, databases and images from the computer to the P-touch Label Printer.
  • Page 123 ® How to Use P-touch Transfer Manager and P-touch Library (Windows Only) Right-click the [Configurations] folder, select [New], and then create a new folder. In the example above, the [Transfer] folder is created. Drag the template or other data that you want to transfer and place it in the new folder. Transfer Function Specification Maximum number of Data type...
  • Page 124 ® How to Use P-touch Transfer Manager and P-touch Library (Windows Only) Note You can confirm the available space in the transfer file memory by printing the printer settings report (see Confirming the P-touch Label Printer Settings on page 82). See [ROM FREE] in the report for the available space The available space that appears in "ROM FREE: ******* byte"...
  • Page 125 The number of characters used for the template names may be limited depending on the P-touch Label Printer model. Note The LCD of the touch panel display (PT-P950NW only) displays the first 10 characters of the template file name.
  • Page 126 ® How to Use P-touch Transfer Manager and P-touch Library (Windows Only) Select the folder containing the templates or other data that you want to transfer, and then click [Transfer]. A confirmation message appears. Note • You can also transfer individual items to the P-touch Label Printer without adding them to a folder. Select the template or other data that you want to transfer, and then click [Transfer].

  • Page 127: Backing Up Templates Or Other Data Saved In The P-Touch Label Printer

    ® How to Use P-touch Transfer Manager and P-touch Library (Windows Only) Backing up Templates or Other Data Saved in the P-touch Label Printer Use the following procedure to retrieve templates or other data saved in the P-touch Label Printer and save it on the computer.

  • Page 128: Deleting All The P-Touch Label Printer Data

    ® How to Use P-touch Transfer Manager and P-touch Library (Windows Only) Deleting All the P-touch Label Printer Data Use the following procedure to delete all templates or other data saved on the P-touch Label Printer. Connect the computer and the P-touch Label Printer and turn on the P-touch Label Printer. The P-touch Label Printer model name appears next to a printer icon in the folder view.

  • Page 129: Creating A Blf File Or A Pdz File

    ® How to Use P-touch Transfer Manager and P-touch Library (Windows Only) Creating a BLF File or a PDZ File You can use P-touch Transfer Manager to save template data, which was created using P-touch Editor, in the BLF or PDZ format. You can transfer these files in this format to a printer over a network, from a computer or mobile device.

  • Page 130: P-Touch Library

     For Windows Vista / Windows 7 / Windows Server 2008 / Windows Server 2008 R2: From the Start button, click [All Programs] - [Brother P-touch] - [P-touch Tools] - [P-touch Library 2.2]. ® ® ® ®  For Windows 8 / Windows 8.1 / Windows Server...
  • Page 131 ® How to Use P-touch Transfer Manager and P-touch Library (Windows Only) 3 Folder list Displays a list of folders. When you select a folder, the templates in the selected folder appears in the templates list. 4 Templates list Displays a list of the templates in the selected folder. 5 Preview Displays a preview of the templates selected in the templates list.

  • Page 132: Opening And Editing Templates

    ® How to Use P-touch Transfer Manager and P-touch Library (Windows Only) Opening and Editing Templates Select the template you want to open or edit, and then click [Open]. The program associated with the template starts so that you can edit the template.

  • Page 133: Printing Templates

    ® How to Use P-touch Transfer Manager and P-touch Library (Windows Only) Printing Templates Select the template you want to print, and then click [Print]. The connected P-touch Label Printer prints the template.

  • Page 134: Searching For Templates

    ® How to Use P-touch Transfer Manager and P-touch Library (Windows Only) Searching for Templates You can search for templates registered to P-touch Library. Click [Search]. The [Search] dialog box appears. Specify the search criteria. The following search criteria are available: Settings Details Multiple Parameters...
  • Page 135 ® How to Use P-touch Transfer Manager and P-touch Library (Windows Only) Close the [Search] dialog box. To confirm the search results, click [Search Results] in the folder view. Note You can register templates to P-touch Library by dragging and dropping them into the [All Contents] folder or to the folder list.

  • Page 136: Transferring Templates With P-Touch Transfer Express (Windows ® Only)

    P-touch Transfer Express. You can then use P-touch Transfer Express to transfer the template directly to your P-touch Label Printer. You can download the latest P-touch Transfer Express from the Brother Solutions Center at support.brother.com [Select your region/country.] - [Downloads] - [Choose your product]...

  • Page 137: Transferring The Template To P-Touch Transfer Manager

    The template can also be transferred to P-touch Transfer Manager by clicking the Start button - [All Programs] - [Brother P-touch] - [P-touch Tools] - [P-touch Transfer Manager 2.2] to start P-touch Transfer Manager, and then dragging the .lbx file to the P-touch Transfer Manager window.

  • Page 138: Saving The Template As A Transfer Package File (.Pdz)

    ® Transferring Templates with P-touch Transfer Express (Windows Only) Saving the Template as a Transfer Package File (.pdz) To create a file in a format that can be used by P-touch Transfer Express, save the template as a Transfer Package file (.pdz). In the folder view, select [Configurations].
  • Page 139 ® Transferring Templates with P-touch Transfer Express (Windows Only) Click [File] - [Save Transfer File]. Important The [Save Transfer File] button appears only if the P-touch Label Printer is disconnected from the computer or offline. Note • If you click [Save Transfer File] after selecting [Configurations] or a created folder, all templates in the folder are saved as the Transfer Package file (.pdz).

  • Page 140: Distributing The Transfer Package File (.Pdz) And P-Touch Transfer Express To The User

    ® Transferring Templates with P-touch Transfer Express (Windows Only) Distributing the Transfer Package File (.pdz) and P-touch Transfer Express to the User Note If the user already has P-touch Transfer Express downloaded, it is not necessary for the administrator to send the Transfer Express folder to the user.

  • Page 141: Transferring The Transfer Package File (.Pdz) To Your P-Touch Label Printer

    ® Transferring Templates with P-touch Transfer Express (Windows Only) Transferring the Transfer Package File (.pdz) to Your P-touch Label Printer Using the P-touch Transfer Express application received from the administrator, the user can transfer the Transfer Package file (.pdz) to the P-touch Label Printer. Important Do not turn off the power when transferring templates.
  • Page 142 ® Transferring Templates with P-touch Transfer Express (Windows Only) 2.When there are either multiple or no Transfer Package files (.pdz) within the folder containing [PtTrExp.exe], click [Browse]. Select the Transfer Package file you want to transfer, and then click [Open]. Click [Transfer].
  • Page 143 ® Transferring Templates with P-touch Transfer Express (Windows Only) Click [Yes]. The transfer of the Transfer Package file begins. Click [OK]. The transfer of the Transfer Package file is completed.

  • Page 144: How To Update P-Touch Software

    2008 R2: Double-click the [P-touch Update Software] icon. Note The following method can also be used to start P-touch Update Software: Click the Start button, and then select [All Programs] - [Brother P-touch] - [P-touch Update Software]. ® ® ®...
  • Page 145 How to Update P-touch Software Click the [Computer software update] icon. Select the [Printer] and [Language], select the check box next to Cable Label Tool and P-touch Editor, and then click [Install]. A message appears indicating that the installation has finished.

  • Page 146: For Mac

    How to Update P-touch Software For Mac Double-click the [P-touch Update Software] icon on the desktop. Note The following method can also be used to start P-touch Update Software: Double-click [Macintosh HD] - [Applications] - [P-touch Update Software], and then double-click the [P-touch Update Software] application icon.
  • Page 147 How to Update P-touch Software Select the [Printer] and [Language], select the check box next to P-touch Editor, and then click [Install]. A message appears indicating that the installation has finished.

  • Page 148: Updating The Firmware

    2008 R2: Double-click the [P-touch Update Software] icon. Note The following method can also be used to start P-touch Update Software: Click the Start button, and then select [All Programs] - [Brother P-touch] - [P-touch Update Software]. ® ® ®...
  • Page 149 How to Update P-touch Software Click the [Machine update] icon. Select the [Printer], ensure that [The machine is connected correctly.] appears, and then click [OK].

  • Page 150: For Mac

    How to Update P-touch Software Select the [Language], select the check box next to the firmware you want to update to, and then click [Transfer]. Important Do not turn off the P-touch Label Printer or disconnect the cable during data transfer. Check the content to be updated, and then click [Start] to begin the update.
  • Page 151 How to Update P-touch Software Click the [Machine update] icon. Select the [Printer], ensure that [The machine is connected correctly.] appears, and then click [OK]. Select the [Language], select the check box next to the firmware you want to update to, and then click [Transfer].
  • Page 152 How to Update P-touch Software Check the content you want to update, and then click [Start] to begin the update. The firmware update begins. Note Do not turn off the P-touch Label Printer during the update process.
  • Page 153 Section III Network Introduction Changing Your P-touch Label Printer Network Settings Web Based Management...

  • Page 154: Introduction

    Your P-touch Label Printer can be shared on an IEEE 802.11b/g/n wireless network or Ethernet 10BASE- T/100BASE-TX Auto Negotiation wired network (PT-P950NW only) using the internal network print server. The print server supports various functions and methods of connection on a network supporting TCP/IP,...

  • Page 155: Changing Your P-Touch Label Printer Network Settings

    (IP Address, Subnet Mask and Gateway) Using Windows Using the BRAdmin Light Utility The BRAdmin Light utility is designed for the initial setup of Brother network connectable devices. It can also search for Brother products in a TCP/IP environment, display the status, and configure basic network settings, such as the IP address.
  • Page 156 Select [STATIC] for [Boot Method]. Type the [IP Address], [Subnet Mask], and [Gateway] settings (if needed) for your print server. Click [OK]. If you have set the IP address up correctly, the Brother print server appears in the device list.

  • Page 157: Other Management Utilities

    BRAdmin Professional is a utility for more advanced management of network connected Brother devices. This utility can search for Brother products on your network, and display the device status from an easy to read Explorer style window that changes color to represent the status of each device. You can configure ®...

  • Page 158: Web Based Management

    Web Based Management Overview You can use a standard web browser to manage a P-touch Label Printer on your network using HTTP. When using Web Based Management, the following operations are possible:  Displaying your P-touch Label Printer status information ...

  • Page 159: Configuring The Printer Settings Using Web Based Management (Web Browser)

    Web Based Management Configuring the Printer Settings Using Web Based Management (Web Browser) A standard web browser can be used to change your print server settings using the HTTP (Hyper Text Transfer Protocol). In your browser's address bar, type the IP address of your P-touch Label Printer (or print server name). For example: http://192.168.1.2 Note If you have edited the hosts file on your computer or are using a Domain Name System, you can also type...
  • Page 160 Section IV Appendix Resetting the P-touch Label Printer Maintenance Troubleshooting Product Specifications Notes on Using P-touch Transfer Manager Network Terms and Information List of Barcodes for the P-touch Template Function Using the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery/Battery Base (Optional:PA-BT-4000LI/PA-BB-002)

  • Page 161: Resetting The P-Touch Label Printer

    Resetting the P-touch Label Printer You can reset the internal memory of your P-touch Label Printer to clear all saved label files, or if the P-touch Label Printer is not operating correctly. Resetting All Settings to the Factory Settings Using the P-touch Label Printer Buttons All text, format settings, option settings and stored label files are cleared when you reset the P-touch Label Printer (including language and unit settings).

  • Page 162: Maintenance

    Maintenance We recommend cleaning your P-touch Label Printer on a regular basis to maintain its correct performance. Note Always disconnect the AC adapter prior to cleaning the P-touch Label Printer. Cleaning the Exterior of the Unit Wipe any dust and marks from the main unit using a soft, dry cloth. Use a slightly dampened cloth with water on difficult to remove marks.

  • Page 163: Print Head

    Maintenance Print Head 1 Cotton swab 2 Print head Head Roller 1 Cotton swab 2 Head roller...

  • Page 164: Cleaning The Tape Cutter

    Maintenance Cleaning the Tape Cutter About once every year, wipe the cutter blades using a cotton swab moistened with isopropyl alcohol (rubbing alcohol). Tape adhesive can build up on the cutter blade after repeated use, taking the edge off the blade which may result in the tape jamming in the cutter.

  • Page 165: Troubleshooting

    Insert a tape cassette correctly (see Inserting a Tape Cassette on page 5). If you still have problems, read the troubleshooting tips in this chapter for help. If, after reading this chapter, you are unable to resolve your problem, visit the Brother Solutions Center at support.brother.com.

  • Page 166: Printing Problems

    Check the Cut Option setting. For more information, see Cutting Options automatically. on page 14 or page 19. Alternatively, when using the tape cassette, press the (Feed&Cut) button to feed and cut the tape. A tape jam error cannot be cleared Contact Brother customer service. despite following the troubleshooting steps.
  • Page 167 Troubleshooting Problem Solution I want to print in higher resolution. High resolution printing can be used if you are printing from a computer,the AC adapter is connected, and TZe and HGe laminated tape with black ink is installed. Use the printer driver to select the high resolution mode when printing the labels.
  • Page 168 Troubleshooting Problem Solution Printed barcodes cannot be read.  Print labels so that barcodes are aligned with the print head as shown below: 1 Print head 2 Barcodes 3 Printing orientation  Try using another scanner.  We recommend printing the barcodes with [Standard] selected from the [Quality] options.

  • Page 169: Label Problems

    Troubleshooting Problem Solution Jams occur when I use TZe-R*** Remove the TZe-R*** tape cassette from the printer, and then remove the tape cassettes. jammed ribbon. Because the material used for the TZe-R*** ribbon is light and flexible, the ribbon may jam if it contacts the parts of the tape exit slot. When using TZe-R*** tape cassettes, position the printer so that the ribbon exits straight out of the tape exit slot.

  • Page 170: Printer Problems

    (Power) button, and press the (Feed&Cut) button six times. The printer will then reset. All data transferred from the computer will be deleted and the printer will be reset to the factory settings. An error occurred during installation. Visit support.brother.com...

  • Page 171: Network Setup Problems

    Troubleshooting Network Setup Problems Problem Solution You are using security software Confirm your settings in the installation dialog box.   Allow access when the security software alert message appears during the printer installation. Your security settings Recheck and select the correct security settings. (SSID/Network Key) are incorrect ...

  • Page 172: P-Touch Label Printer Cannot Print Over The Network P-Touch Label Printer Is Not Found On The Network Even After Successful Installation

    To allow access, see the instructions of your security software installation, or when printing or ask the manufacturer. Incorrect port numbers are being The following port numbers are used for Brother network features: used for the Brother network features BRAdmin Light i Port number 161 / Protocol UDP ...

  • Page 173: Checking The Operation Of Network Devices

    Troubleshooting Checking the Operation of Network Devices Problem Solution Your P-touch Label Printer and Make sure you have performed all of the tasks on page 155. wireless access point/router are not turned on I do not know my P-touch Label Check the Printer Setting Tool (see Changing the P-touch Label Printer Printer network settings, such as the Settings on page 26).

  • Page 174: Led Indicators

    During the processing of the power-off Idle mode Initializing mode Mode can be used only when the Touch Panel Display (TDU) is installed (includes the error mode) (PT-P950NW only) Tape feed and cutting mode Printing mode No media error (2 times in 1.8...
  • Page 175 IP address fixed notification (USB ID fixed notification) (Repeat four times) Mass storage mode Mass storage processing mode (One time) PT-P950NW only: USB host unsupported device connection error (2 times in 1.8 USB host HUB connection error seconds) USB host power supply excessive voltage error (PT-P950NW only) →...
  • Page 176 Troubleshooting Status, Power, Wi-Fi indicator (Wi-Fi) Condition (Status) (Power) Non-compliant tape error (2 times in 1.8 seconds) Wrong media error → Check that the correct tape cassette is inserted. Communication error Memory full error (2 times in 1.8 (2 times in 1.8 Number of lines/character size error seconds) seconds)
  • Page 177 Check the protocol. Incorrect security settings (2 times in 1.8 seconds) WPS access point search error (2 times in 1.8 seconds) Wi-Fi on, not connected Wi-Fi on, connected Wi-Fi: WPS setting mode BT switching complete notification (PT-P950NW only) (Three times)

  • Page 178: Indicator Warnings

    2 If the error is not reset, press the (Feed&Cut) button. 3 If the error still is not reset, turn off the P-touch Label Printer, and then turn it on again. 4 If the error still is not reset, contact Brother customer service.

  • Page 179: Product Specifications

    Actual print speed varies depending on the conditions. Cassette  Brother TZe tape cassette : 0.13" (3.5 mm), 0.23" (6 mm), 0.35" (9 mm), 0.47" (12 mm), 0.70" (18 mm), 0.94" (24 mm), 1.4" (36 mm) widths Brother FLe label cassette : ...
  • Page 180 Infrastructure mode: IEEE 802.11b/g/n   WPS 2.0 Serial port RS232C (The serial adapter (optional) is required.) USB host (PT-P950NW only) Supports only barcode scanners LAN port (PT-P950NW only) 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Bluetooth (PT-P950NW only) (The Bluetooth interface (optional) is required.) Bluetooth Ver.2.1+EDR (Class 1)

  • Page 181: Operating Environment

    OS X v10.9.5 / 10.10.x / 10.11 Standard Interface RS-232C, USB port (USB Spec. 1.1 or 2.0 protocol), 10BASE- ® Windows T/100BASE-TX Wired Ethernet (only for PT-P950NW) USB port (USB Spec. 1.1 or 2.0 protocol), 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Wired Ethernet (only for PT-P950NW) Hard Disk ®...

  • Page 182: Notes On Using P-Touch Transfer Manager

    Notes on Using P-touch Transfer Manager Since some P-touch Editor functions are not available with the P-touch Label Printer, keep the following points in mind when using P-touch Editor to create templates. You can check a preview of the printed template before the created template is transferred to the P-touch Label Printer.

  • Page 183: Notes On Transferring Data Other Than Templates

    Notes on Using P-touch Transfer Manager Notes on Transferring Data Other Than Templates  If the number or order of fields in a database is changed and only the database (*.csv file) is transferred to update it, the database may not link correctly with the template. In addition, the first line of data in the transferred file must be recognized by the P-touch Label Printer as "field names".

  • Page 184: Network Terms And Information

    Wireless IEEE 802.11b/g/n (Infrastructure Mode) IEEE 802.11b (Ad-Hoc Mode) IEEE 802.11n (Wireless Direct Mode) Ethernet Ethernet 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Auto Negotiation (PT-P950NW only) Network Protocol (IPv4) ARP, RARP, BOOTP, DHCP, APIPA (Auto IP), mDNS, WINS, (Common) NetBIOS name resolution, DNS Resolver, LPR/LPD, Custom Raw...

  • Page 185: Types Of Network Connections And Protocols

    Network Terms and Information Types of Network Connections and Protocols You will find basic information about the advanced network features of the P-touch Label Printer, along with general networking and common terms. The supported protocols and network features differ depending on the model you are using. Types of Network Connections Peer-to-Peer printing using TCP/IP In a Peer-to-Peer environment, each computer directly sends and receives data to each device.
  • Page 186 Network Terms and Information Network Shared printing In a Network Shared environment, each computer sends data via a centrally controlled computer. This type of computer is often called a “Server” or a “Print Server”. Its job is to control the printing of all print jobs. Network printer (your P-touch Label Printer) 1 Client computers...

  • Page 187: Configuring Your P-Touch Label Printer For A Network

    Network Terms and Information Configuring Your P-touch Label Printer for a Network IP Addresses, Subnet Masks and Gateways To use the P-touch Label Printer in a networked TCP/IP environment, you must configure its IP address and subnet mask. The IP address you assign to the print server must be on the same logical network as your host computers.
  • Page 188 Network Terms and Information Subnet mask Subnet masks restrict network communication.  For example, Computer 1 can communicate with to Computer 2 • Computer 1 IP Address: 192.168.1.2 Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0 • Computer 2 IP Address: 192.168.1.3 Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0 The 0 in the Subnet mask signifies that there is no limit to communication at this part of the address.

  • Page 189: Wireless Network Terms And Concepts

    (how the device identifies itself to the network) and encryption (how the data is encrypted as it is sent on the network). If you do not correctly specify these options when you are configuring your Brother wireless printer, it will not be able to connect to the wireless network. Make sure you configure these options carefully.
  • Page 190 Network Terms and Information TKIP  TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol) provides per-packet key mixing, a message integrity check and rekeying mechanism.  Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) provides stronger data protection using a symmetric-key encryption. When [Communication Mode] is set to [Ad-hoc] Authentication Method Encryption Mode Open System...
  • Page 191 Network Terms and Information Authentication and Encryption methods for an enterprise wireless network An enterprise wireless network is a large network with IEEE 802.1x support. If you configure your printer in an IEEE 802.1x supported wireless network, you can use the following authentication and encryption methods: Authentication methods ...
  • Page 192 Network Terms and Information Encryption methods TKIP  TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol) provides a per-packet key mixing a message integrity check and rekeying mechanism.  Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) provides stronger data protection using a symmetric-key encryption. CKIP  The original Key Integrity Protocol for LEAP by Cisco Systems, Inc.
  • Page 193 Network Terms and Information PEAP  EAP-TTLS   EAP-TLS (For user ID)

  • Page 194: List Of Barcodes For The P-Touch Template Function

    List of Barcodes for the P-touch Template Function General Procedure for the P-touch Template Function The general procedure for using the P-touch Template function is described below. For more information on specifying the various settings, see Printing Labels Using P-touch Template on page 66.

  • Page 195: List Of Barcodes For Specifying Settings

    List of Barcodes for the P-touch Template Function List of Barcodes for Specifying Settings These are the barcodes for specifying settings used in Printing Labels Using P-touch Template on page 66. Note • When using the barcodes in this list, set “Trigger for P-touch Template Printing” and “Command Prefix Character”...
  • Page 196 List of Barcodes for the P-touch Template Function  For entering numbers  Preset template number Preset template 1 Preset template 2 Preset template 3 Preset template 4...
  • Page 197 List of Barcodes for the P-touch Template Function Preset template 5 Preset template 6 Preset template 7 Preset template 8 Preset template 9 Preset template 10  Select template  Number of serialized copies  Delimiter  Initialize template data ...

  • Page 198: Using The Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery/Battery Base (Optional:pa-Bt-4000Li/Pa-Bb-002)

    Using the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery/Battery Base (Optional:PA-BT-4000LI/PA-BB-002) This P-touch Label Printer can be powered by the AC adapter (included) or the rechargeable Li-ion battery (optional: PA-BT-4000LI). Use the power source appropriate for your intended use. With the rechargeable Li-ion battery installed, you can use the P-touch Label Printer in locations that do not have AC power.

  • Page 199: Removing The Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery

    Using the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery/Battery Base (Optional:PA-BT-4000LI/PA-BB-002) Removing the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery Press and hold the (Power) button to turn off the P-touch Label Printer. Remove the battery cover and the battery, and then reattach the battery cover. CAUTION If it is difficult to remove the rechargeable battery, turning the P-touch Label Printer over with the battery cover removed may allow the rechargeable battery to fall out.

  • Page 200: Charging The Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery

    Using the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery/Battery Base (Optional:PA-BT-4000LI/PA-BB-002) Charging the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery Note • Before use, fully charge the battery. • Up to three hours may be needed to fully charge the battery. Make sure the battery is installed in the P-touch Label Printer. Use the AC adapter and power supply cord to connect the P-touch Label Printer to an AC power outlet.

  • Page 201: Notes On Using The Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery

    Using the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery/Battery Base (Optional:PA-BT-4000LI/PA-BB-002) Notes on Using the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery  Before use, fully charge the battery. Do not use it until it is fully charged.  The battery charging must take place in environments between 32°F and 104°F (0°C and 40°C), otherwise the battery will not charge, and the (Battery) indicator will remain lit.

  • Page 202: Product Specifications

    Using the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery/Battery Base (Optional:PA-BT-4000LI/PA-BB-002) Product Specifications Rechargeable Li-ion Battery Size: approx. 2.92" (W) x 3.39" (D) x 1.26" (H) (74 mm (W) x 86 mm (D) x 32 mm (H)) Weight: approx. 0.53 lb (0.240 kg) Voltage: 14.4 V Capacity: 1800 mAh Charging/discharging cycle: approx.

  • Page 203: Using The Touch Panel Display (Optional:pa-Tdu-003) (Pt-P950Nw Only)

    Using the Touch Panel Display (Optional:PA-TDU-003) (PT-P950NW Only) The (optional: PA-TDU-003) touch panel display (TDU) is a touch panel operating keyboard and LCD display designed to be integrated with the P-touch Label Printer. Because touch panel keys can be pressed to perform operations, labels can be printed and various settings can be specified without a computer connection.

  • Page 204: Lcd

    Using the Touch Panel Display (Optional:PA-TDU-003) (PT-P950NW Only) Lift the LCD, and then adjust it to an angle so that the screens are visible. If the screens are dark and hard to read, the backlight can be turned on. For more information, see Specifying Settings From the Touch Panel Display on page 201.
  • Page 205 Using the Touch Panel Display (Optional:PA-TDU-003) (PT-P950NW Only) 8 Touch panel setting Displays whether the touch panel display has been set for touch panel A or B. : Basic control panel (A) : One-touch panel (B)

  • Page 206: Touch Panel

    Using the Touch Panel Display (Optional:PA-TDU-003) (PT-P950NW Only) Touch Panel There are two touch panel screens: the basic control panel (A) and the one-touch panel (B). Either can be selected for use. Press a key on the touch panel screen to perform an operation.

  • Page 207: Replacing The Touch Panel

    Using the Touch Panel Display (Optional:PA-TDU-003) (PT-P950NW Only) 3 a / b / d / c Changes what is displayed, or increases/decreases values. Holding down this key quickly changes what is displayed or increases/decreases values by 10. 4 PRINT key Print the label.
  • Page 208 Using the Touch Panel Display (Optional:PA-TDU-003) (PT-P950NW Only) The TDU panel cover is attached with four tabs. Use your fingernails or a slotted screwdriver to push the four tabs outwards as shown in the illustration and remove the TDU panel cover.
  • Page 209 Using the Touch Panel Display (Optional:PA-TDU-003) (PT-P950NW Only) Install the four tabs on the TDU panel cover into the slots as shown in the illustration until the tabs are locked into place. Important When the touch panel is replaced, the setting for the touch panel display must be changed. For more...

  • Page 210: Printing With The Touch Panel Display

    Using the Touch Panel Display (Optional:PA-TDU-003) (PT-P950NW Only) Printing With the Touch Panel Display Follow the procedure below to print using the touch panel display. 1. Preparation Connect the P-touch Label Printer to the computer, and then install the printer driver and software. (See Installing the Printer Driver and Software on page 8) Install media in the P-touch Label Printer.

  • Page 211: Touch Panel Display Settings

    Using the Touch Panel Display (Optional:PA-TDU-003) (PT-P950NW Only) Touch Panel Display Settings The settings for the touch panel display can be specified using the touch panel or the Printer Setting Tool on a computer connected to the P-touch Label Printer. For more information on connecting a computer and ®...
  • Page 212 Using the Touch Panel Display (Optional:PA-TDU-003) (PT-P950NW Only) Parameter Settings Description (admin Select the date format for the clock. Setup Time&Date Date Format: Form 1/31/2099, 01/31/2099, key) (Continue 31/1/2099, 31/01/2099, (Continue 31.1.2099, 31.01.2099, 31-1-2099, 31-01-2099, 2099/1/31, 2099/01/31, 2099-1-31, 2099-01-31 Select the time format for the clock.
  • Page 213 Using the Touch Panel Display (Optional:PA-TDU-003) (PT-P950NW Only) Parameter Settings Description (admin Displays the network settings. Network IP Address/Subnet Mask/Gateway key) WLAN IP Address/Subnet (Continue Mask/Gateway/ Status/Signal/Channel/ SSID/Comm. Mode/Infrastructure Mode Wdirect Device Name/SSID/IP Address/Password/Stat us/Signal/Channel/Wire lessDirect Mode ] (admin key) can be accessed only when touch panel A (basic control panel) is set.
  • Page 214 Using the Touch Panel Display (Optional:PA-TDU-003) (PT-P950NW Only) Setting the Administrator Password A password can be set so that basic settings specified by pressing [ ] (admin key) cannot be accessed easily. If a password is set, each time [ ] (admin key) is pressed, a password must be entered.

  • Page 215: Creating A Label Layout (Windows ® Only)

     For Windows From the Start button, select [All apps] and click [P-touch Editor 5.1] under [Brother P-touch], or double-click [P-touch Editor 5.1] on the desktop. When P-touch Editor starts, select whether you want to create a new layout or open an existing layout.
  • Page 216 Using the Touch Panel Display (Optional:PA-TDU-003) (PT-P950NW Only) When the [New/Open] dialog box appears, select the various options to set the P-touch Label Printer to be used and the size of label to be created. Click [Paper] (1), and then specify the media and length (2). (This window appears in [Express] mode.) Click [Text] (1), and then specify the font and style (2).
  • Page 217 Using the Touch Panel Display (Optional:PA-TDU-003) (PT-P950NW Only) Repeat steps e and f to type text and arrange the layout. After entering text, click [File] - [Save as] on the menu bar, and then specify the file name for saving the data.

  • Page 218: Linking A Database To A Template

    Using the Touch Panel Display (Optional:PA-TDU-003) (PT-P950NW Only) Inserting the Date and Time in a Label In P-touch Editor, open the template or layout you want to edit. On the menu bar, click [Insert] - [Date/Time] to display the [Date and Time Properties] dialog box.
  • Page 219 Using the Touch Panel Display (Optional:PA-TDU-003) (PT-P950NW Only) Prepare a database file in advance. Note • Files saved as XLS, MDB, CSV and TXT formats can be used as databases. ® ® • To use files in the XLSX or ACCDB format, Microsoft...
  • Page 220 Using the Touch Panel Display (Optional:PA-TDU-003) (PT-P950NW Only) The template and database are linked, and the main window appears. Click the database row you want to check to display the label with the text replaced.

  • Page 221: Transferring The Label Layout To The P-Touch Label Printer

    Click [P-touch Transfer Manager 2.2] on the [Apps] screen. ® • For Windows From the Start button, select [All apps], and then click [P-touch Transfer Manager 2.2] under [Brother P-touch]. Select this P-touch Label Printer from the [Printer] list. Right-click [Configurations], click [New], and then create a new folder with the name you want.
  • Page 222 Using the Touch Panel Display (Optional:PA-TDU-003) (PT-P950NW Only) A key number (number of the template to be registered on the P-touch Label Printer) is assigned to the file in the [Switch Label] folder. To change the number, right-click the file, click [Key Assign], and then select a number between 1 and 99.

  • Page 223: Selecting The Touch Panel

    Using the Touch Panel Display (Optional:PA-TDU-003) (PT-P950NW Only) Select the [Switch Label] folder, and then click [Transfer]. If a confirmation message appears, click [OK]. Transferring begins. Note • Up to 99 templates can be registered with this P-touch Label Printer.

  • Page 224: Selecting The Data Assigned To Keys On The One-Touch Panel

    Using the Touch Panel Display (Optional:PA-TDU-003) (PT-P950NW Only) Selecting the Data Assigned to Keys on the One-Touch Panel You can specify the type of data assigned to one-touch keys when using the one-touch panel with the touch panel display. The type of data can be either templates or databases.

  • Page 225: Creating A One-Touch Panel

    Panel size: 5.213" (length) x 3.634" (width) (132.4 mm (length) x 92.3 mm (width))  A panel format can be downloaded from the Brother Solutions Center at support.brother.com [Select your region/country.] - [Downloads] - [Choose your product] This can be used by typing in the key names, then printing out the data on plain paper.

  • Page 226: Printing The Label

    Using the Touch Panel Display (Optional:PA-TDU-003) (PT-P950NW Only) Printing the Label You can use the touch panel display to print or edit a label layout transferred to the P-touch Label Printer, without a computer connection. Printing Using the Basic Control Panel Turn on the P-touch Label Printer.
  • Page 227 Using the Touch Panel Display (Optional:PA-TDU-003) (PT-P950NW Only) Type in the number of copies, and then press [PRINT] or [OK]. The labels are printed. Note • You can print between 1 and 999 copies. • If the template contains a serialized number, the labels will be printed with the serialized field incremented by the specified number of times.

  • Page 228: Printing Using The One-Touch Panel

    Using the Touch Panel Display (Optional:PA-TDU-003) (PT-P950NW Only) Note • To return the currently displayed item to its original number, press [Esc] to exit the editing mode. • Holding down [Esc] for at least one second returns the currently displayed item to its original number and returns to the main screen.
  • Page 229 Using the Touch Panel Display (Optional:PA-TDU-003) (PT-P950NW Only) Press the one-touch key for the label you want to print. The label details appear on the screen. 1 Template number 2 Text in label layout 3 Paper size 4 Database record number (only if a database is linked)

  • Page 230: Printing Using A Barcode Scanner

    Using the Touch Panel Display (Optional:PA-TDU-003) (PT-P950NW Only) With [a] or [b], type in the number of copies you want to print, and then press [PRINT] or [OK]. The labels are printed. Important If a template with a linked database is assigned to a one-touch key, be sure that [Confirm Print] is set to [On].

  • Page 231: Label Layouts On The P-Touch Label Printer (Checking, Deleting And Log)

    Using the Touch Panel Display (Optional:PA-TDU-003) (PT-P950NW Only) Label Layouts on the P-touch Label Printer (Checking, Deleting and Log) With the following procedures, label layouts on the P-touch Label Printer can be checked or deleted, or their print log can be viewed.

  • Page 232: Replacing The Time/Date Battery

    Using the Touch Panel Display (Optional:PA-TDU-003) (PT-P950NW Only) Replacing the Time/Date Battery A time/date battery is provided to maintain the settings for the internal clock. The battery will be consumed even if the P-touch Label Printer is not used for a long period of time.
  • Page 233 Using the Touch Panel Display (Optional:PA-TDU-003) (PT-P950NW Only) Important If the time/date battery cover is forcibly turned past the stop position, it may become damaged. Remove the battery. As shown below, press part A of the battery to release it so that it can be removed.

  • Page 234: Frequently Asked Questions

    P-touch]. 3 Click “Brother PT-P950NW” in the pane on the left side to display the templates registered with the P-touch Label Printer in the pane on the right side. You can check the number of templates and the key numbers...
  • Page 235 Using the Touch Panel Display (Optional:PA-TDU-003) (PT-P950NW Only) Why can I not transfer a template, with its date automatically updated, to the P-touch Label Printer? The printer driver may not be correctly installed. Re-install the printer driver, and then try transferring again.

  • Page 236: Product Specifications

    Using the Touch Panel Display (Optional:PA-TDU-003) (PT-P950NW Only) Product Specifications The following specifications are when the time/date battery is not installed and the LCD is closed. Size: approx. 4.45" (W)  7.56" (D)  2.32" (H) (113 mm (W)  192 mm (D)  59 mm (H))

  • Page 237: Using The Brother Barcode Scanner (Optional: Pa-Br-001) (Pt-P950Nw Only)

    Because the Brother barcode scanner (optional: PA-BR-001) has been set according to the [P-touch Template Settings] in the Printer Setting Tool, you can quickly use this barcode scanner without changing the settings of the barcode scanner. For information about using the Brother barcode scanner, see the instruction manual included with the barcode scanner.

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