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  • Page 1 User Manual...
  • Page 2 Copyright and Trademarks Disclaimer This manual is proprietary to Brady Worldwide, Inc. (hereafter “Brady”), and may be revised from time to time without notice. Brady disclaims any understanding to provide you with such revisions, if any. This manual is copyrighted with all rights reserved. No portion of this manual may be copied or reproduced by any means without the prior written consent of Brady.
  • Page 3 OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND ARISING IN CONNECTION WITH THE USE, OR INABILITY TO USE, BRADY’S PRODUCTS. Safety and Environment Please read and understand this manual before using the M410 printer for the first time. This manual describes all of the main functions of the M410 printer. Precautions Before using the M410 printer, please note the following precautions: •...
  • Page 4 BradyID.com.au/register • Repair and Return If for any reason you need to return the product for repair, please contact Brady Technical Support for repair and replacement information. Document Conventions When using this document, it is important that you understand the conventions used throughout the manual.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Accessories......................17 Attaching the Magnet ..................17 Attaching the Utility Hook ..................19 3 • General Operation Using the Screen ..................... 21 Menus .........................22 Settings Screens ....................23 Cancel .........................23 Using the Keyboard....................24 Creating a Simple Text Label.................. 28 M410 User Manual...
  • Page 6 Barcode Settings ....................46 Add a Barcode ....................47 Edit Barcode Data ....................48 Serialization (Sequential Data) ................48 How Serialization Work ..................48 Examples of Serialization ..................48 Simple Example ...................48 Simple Alphanumeric Example ..............49 Advanced, Independent Example ..............49 Advanced, Dependent Example ..............49 M410 User Manual...
  • Page 7 Labels .........................75 A • Symbols B • Regulatory Compliance Agency Compliance and Approvals ..............84 United States ......................84 FCC Notice ....................84 Estados Unidos ....................84 Aviso de la FCC ...................84 Canada .......................85 Europe ......................85 RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU, 2015/863/EU ..........85 M410 User Manual...
  • Page 8 Batteries Directive 2006/66/EC ..............86 Turkey .........................86 Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) ..............86 China ........................86 Taiwan ........................86 M410 User Manual...

  • Page 9: Introduction System Specifications

    1 Introduction The M410 label printer is capable of printing on a variety of both pre-sized and continuous labels, up to 1 inch (25.4 mm) wide. It includes the following features: • Targeted applications to simplify the creation of specific label types.

  • Page 10: Physical And Environmental Characteristics

    11.5” x 3.6” x 6” H 292 x 91 x 152 mm Weight (with NiMH battery pack) 2.6 lbs 1.2 kg Note: The table below refers to the M410 printer only. Consumable performance may vary. Environmental Operation Storage Temperature (Printer) 39°...

  • Page 11: Setup

    Save the Packaging Please keep the original packaging, including the box, in case the printer must be returned or repaired. CAUTION! Never ship the M410 printer without first removing the rechargeable battery pack from the printer. If shipping both the printer and battery pack, remove the battery pack from the printer and place the items in the original shipping material before transporting.

  • Page 12: Printer Components

    Printer Components Cover Eject button Power button Battery door latch Function keys Label exit Navigation pad with Enter key 10 AC adapter port Cutter lever USB port (to computer) Lock lever (inside) USB port (for USB drive) M410 User Manual...

  • Page 13: Power

    The printer can be powered through an AC power adapter (included). When the adapter is plugged in, it is also charging the battery. CAUTION! Use only the 18V DC, Brady AC adapter for supplying power to the printer. To plug in the printer: 1.

  • Page 14: Battery

    • Do not attempt to open, damage, or replace components in the battery pack. • The battery pack should only be used and charged in an M410 printer. • Do not use any other rechargeable battery pack other than M410-BATT in the M410 printer.

  • Page 15: Installing The Battery

    To set the inactive time, or to turn off this feature when the printer is plugged in, see “Printer Configuration” on page M410 User Manual...

  • Page 16: Printer Settings

    5. Select OK and press 6. Press to dismiss the menu. Alternatively, use the navigation keys to navigate to the next setting that you want to configure. Units Set the unit of measure to inches or millimeters. M410 User Manual...

  • Page 17: Pause/Cut

    Backlight time: Set the amount of inactive time after which the backlight on the screen should shut off. • Always on: Select this check box to keep the backlight on at all times while using the AC adapter. • Brightness: Change the brightness of the screen. M410 User Manual...

  • Page 18: Font Settings

    4. For information on how to use the screen, see “Settings Screens” on page • Typeface: Select the style of lettering. The font types (Brady Fixed Width and Brady Alpine give you the option of displaying a zero with or without a slash (0 or Ø) through it. •...

  • Page 19: Installing The Windows Driver (Optional)

    Brady representative. Installing the Windows Driver (Optional) If you are using Brady Workstation software, you do not need to install the windows driver. Skip to “Connecting the Printer” on page If you are using older Brady software or third-party software, you must install the Windows driver. The driver installation is included on the USB drive that came with the printer.

  • Page 20: Connecting The Printer

    To connect to a computer via USB 2.0, plug the provided USB cable into the printer and the computer. Brady Workstation software automatically detects the printer when connected via USB cable. Note: If you are not using Brady Workstation software, you need to install the printer driver. See “Installing the Windows Driver (Optional)” on page...

  • Page 21: Recycling The Cartridge

    Recycling the Cartridge Cartridges need to be recycled in accordance with local regulations. Before recycling, the used cartridges must be pulled apart to release the individual components. These various components must then be recycled in the correct recycling bins. M410 User Manual...

  • Page 22: Materials

    2. Starting at the narrow end of the cartridge, insert the flathead screwdriver into the seam of the cartridge, then twist the screwdriver slightly to loosen the two outside pieces of housing. Repeat at various points around the seam. M410 User Manual...
  • Page 23 The spring and disk will pop out of the housing. 4. Remove the ribbon spools. Unwind and detach the ribbon from its spools. 5. Lift the labels out of the cartridge housing and then remove the black plastic cylinder from inside the label core. M410 User Manual...

  • Page 24: Recycling Components

    Housings and Spools Slotted Wheel Springs Smart Cell Label and Ribbon Component Material Recycle Bin Housings and spools Polycarbonate (PC) #7 Plastics Springs Metals #40 Metals Smart cell Electronic Electronic waste Slotted wheel Polystyrene #6 Plastics M410 User Manual...

  • Page 25: Accessories

    Setup Accessories Accessories The following accessories are available for the M410 printer and can be purchased separately from your distributor: • Magnet (176991) • Utility hook (176992) • Additional NiMH battery pack (133255) • AC adapter (874060) • Hard-sided carrying case (176995) •...
  • Page 26 2. Position the magnet accessory on the back of the printer so that the screw holes line up. 3. Screw in the three screws that come with the magnet to affix it to the printer. Replace photo with photo of M410. M410 User Manual...

  • Page 27: Attaching The Utility Hook

    To attach the utility hook: 1. Position the utility hook on the back of the printer so that the screw holes line up. 2. Screw in the three screws that come with the utility hook to affix it to the printer. M410 User Manual...

  • Page 28: General Operation

    Using the Screen .....................21 Menus .........................22 Settings Screens ....................23 Cancel .........................23 Using the Keyboard ....................24 Creating a Simple Text Label ..................28 Starting a New Label File ..................29 Printing ........................29 Print ........................29 Cancel Printing ....................30 Preview .......................30 Multiple Print .......................31 M410 User Manual...

  • Page 29: Using The Screen

    6. Area number. The total number of areas on the label and the area currently being edited. See “Labels and Areas” on page 7. Supply levels. 8. Caps lock. This symbol is visible when the caps lock is on. 9. Cursor. Marks the insertion point for data entry. 10. Battery charge remaining. M410 User Manual...

  • Page 30: Menus

    “Using the Keyboard” on page To close a menu without making changes: Press the backspace key. You may have to press backspace more than once to exit out of all menus. Alternatively, press FN + to exit out of all menus. M410 User Manual...

  • Page 31: Settings Screens

    To exit a menu or a setting screen without making changes, press the backspace key When pressing backspace in the middle of a function, you are walked out of the function a screen at a time. You may have to press backspace several times to completely exit the function. M410 User Manual...

  • Page 32: Using The Keyboard

    Most keys perform two functions, indicated on the key in white and orange. To perform the function in white, simply press the key. To perform the function (or type the character) in orange, press FN and then press the key. M410 User Manual...
  • Page 33 (displayed in orange) on some of the keys. Press the FN key, then press the alternate function key. (Alternatively, hold the FN key Function while simultaneously pressing the key that has the alternate function.) • Used to access special characters on the alphabetical keys. M410 User Manual...
  • Page 34 (for Label Type example, wire marking, flags, or terminal blocks). See Chapter 5: “Label Types” on page Saves, opens, or deletes a label or set of File labels. See Chapter 6: “File Management” on page M410 User Manual...
  • Page 35 Adds, removes, and formats areas on a label. Area “Labels and Areas” on page On a multi-area label, moves from the current Next Area area to the next area. For an explanation of areas see “Labels and Areas” on page M410 User Manual...

  • Page 36: Creating A Simple Text Label

    See “Font Settings” on page 4. Press to start another line of text. 5. If you wish to insert, delete, or format text, see “Editing Text” on page 34 “Formatting Text” on page M410 User Manual...

  • Page 37: Starting A New Label File

    Create a label on the printer, and print from the editor. See “Print” on page • Create a label in Brady Workstation and print it. See the help in the Brady Workstation app. • Save label files created on the printer to print later.

  • Page 38: Cancel Printing

    If the label is too long to appear in full on the screen, use the left and right navigation keys to scroll the label. • If there are multiple labels or areas, use the up and down navigation keys to scroll through the labels. M410 User Manual...

  • Page 39: Multiple Print

    With Collate selected, you get three sets of all five labels. With Collate cleared, you get three copies of label 1, then three copies of label 2, and so on. M410 User Manual...
  • Page 40 Select the Separator list, press , then select None, Line, or Tic, and then press Line Separator Tic Separator 3. Select OK and press . The labels begin printing. M410 User Manual...
  • Page 41 How Serialization Work..................48 Examples of Serialization..................48 Add Serialization ....................49 Edit a Sequence....................51 Note: For information about creating labels for specific applications, such as pipemarkers or safety labels, see Chapter 5: “Label Types” on page M410 User Manual...

  • Page 42: Editing Labels On The Printer Editing Text

    To remove characters one at a time: 1. Position the cursor to the right of the rightmost character that you want to delete. See “Positioning the Cursor” on page 2. Press repeatedly until all the characters that you want to delete are removed. M410 User Manual...

  • Page 43: Formatting Text

    You must change the font size on each individual line of pre-entered data. To change the size of the chosen font: 1. Position the cursor on the line of text that you want to resize. See “Positioning the Cursor” on page M410 User Manual...

  • Page 44: Font Attributes

    3. Select the desired attribute, then select On (for bold, italics, and underline). For expanded, select a percentage lower than 100; for condensed, select a percentage higher than 100. 4. Press 5. Enter the text to be affected by the attribute. M410 User Manual...

  • Page 45: Existing Text

    To apply superscript or subscript to a single character: 1. Position the cursor in the line of text where the superscript or subscript character will display. 2. Press for superscript or for subscript. 3. Type the character to be displayed in superscript or subscript. M410 User Manual...

  • Page 46: Labels And Areas

    The cartridge must contain continuous labels (as opposed to pre-sized) and the length must be set to Auto. The top of the screen indicates the label size. See “Using the Screen” on page Note: Areas can only be added and deleted on cartridges with continuous labels. M410 User Manual...

  • Page 47: Go To Area

    Note: Areas can only be added and deleted on cartridges with continuous labels. To delete an area: 1. Navigate to the area you want to delete. See “Go to Area” on page 2. Press 3. Choose Delete. 4. A confirmation message displays. Press to confirm or to cancel. M410 User Manual...

  • Page 48: Formatting Labels And Areas

    Rotation Rotation flips the data on a label or in an area counter-clockwise in 90° increments. Rotation affects all data on a label or in an area. M410 User Manual...

  • Page 49: Frame

    1. If the label has multiple areas, navigate to the area that you want to frame. See “Go to Area” on page 2. Open the label or area menu. • For a label, press • For an area, press M410 User Manual...
  • Page 50 To remove the Frame: 1. Open the label or area that contains the frame. 2. Open the label or area menu. • For a label, press • For an area, press 3. Choose Frame, and then None. 4. Press M410 User Manual...

  • Page 51: Reverse

    1. If the label has multiple areas, navigate to the area that you want to format. See “Go to Area” on page 2. Open the label or area menu. • For a label, press • For an area, press 3. Navigate to Vertical, and then choose On. M410 User Manual...

  • Page 52: Multiple Vertical Lines Of Text

    The editor then displays the text in its original format, without applying the vertical text option. Symbols The M410 printer contains hundreds of symbols that can be used for a variety of applications. The symbol categories available are: • Arrows •...

  • Page 53: Date And Time

    “Preview” on page 30). International Characters The M410 printer contains hundreds of internationally recognized characters, complete with diacritical marks. To add an international character to your label: 1. Position the cursor at the point where you want the international character to be placed.

  • Page 54: Barcode

    Barcode Settings Before entering a barcode, determine the barcode symbology and attributes to use. Note: Additional barcode types are supported in Brady Workstation software. To access the barcode settings: 1. Press 2. Navigate to the Barcode menu and press .

  • Page 55: Add A Barcode

    If the human readable text were set to None, the barcode value would appear in the middle of the barcode as you are entering it, but would not be visible once you finished. M410 User Manual...

  • Page 56: Edit Barcode Data

    25, and an increment of 4 would produce 1, 5, 9, 13, 17, 21, 25. Examples of Serialization Simple Example In a simple serialization, a sequence runs through its full range of numbers (0 to 9) or letters (A- Z), using one number/letter for each label. Example: Start Value:1 End Value:10 M410 User Manual...

  • Page 57: Simple Alphanumeric Example

    End Value: 10 End Value: C Increment: 1 Increment: 1 Produces: 1A…10A, 1B…10B, 1C…10C Add Serialization To add serialization to labels: 1. Position the cursor on the label where you want the serialization to display. 2. Press M410 User Manual...
  • Page 58 . The values from the first sequence are already filled in. 7. Select the Add Seq 2 box. 8. In the Sequence #2 enter the start and end values for that sequence, as well as the increment. 9. Select OK and press M410 User Manual...

  • Page 59: Edit A Sequence

    2. Select the value fields to change and enter the new values. 3. When ready, select OK and press To delete a sequence: In the editor, with the cursor just to the right of a value in the sequence, press M410 User Manual...

  • Page 60: Label Types

    General category of labels. Wire Marker The Wire Marker label type is designed to repeat entered data down the length of the label. The data repeats as many times as possible, considering the font size and the wire size selected. M410 User Manual...
  • Page 61 Auto by default, but you can change it. See “Font Size” on page If you press to start a new line of text, a space opens below each line of repeated data and begins to repeat the next line of text as you enter it. M410 User Manual...

  • Page 62: Flags

    The range for the cable diameter is 0.25 inches (6.35 mm) to 8 inches (203.2 mm). By entering the diameter of the wire or cable, the system automatically calculates an additional length of label to allow complete wrap of the wire or cable with additional label material left for the flag. M410 User Manual...

  • Page 63: Terminal Block, Patch Panel, 66-Block

    Terminal Block, Patch Panel, and 66-Block label types are designed to be used with continuous labels. If a cartridge with continuous labels is not installed, these label types do not display in the menu. To create terminal block, patch panel, or 66-Block labels: 1. Press M410 User Manual...
  • Page 64 9. If the Serialize option box is checked, the settings screen for sequences displays. a. Set up the sequence or sequences. For instructions on setting up the sequence, see “Add Serialization” on page 49. For information about serialization see “Serialization (Sequential Data)” on page M410 User Manual...

  • Page 65: 110-Block, Bix Block

    3. In the Block Type field, from the drop down list, select the pair configuration to use. In the 110- and Bix Block applications, the number of areas created is based on the pair configuration selected. Vertical and horizontal separator lines are automatically added. M410 User Manual...
  • Page 66 • If None is selected, the areas are blank and you can independently enter data in each area of the strip. • Horizontal increments one number per area, based on the start value. M410 User Manual...
  • Page 67 Note: If serializing the data, additional strips will continue the serialization from the last number of the previous strip. Example: When requesting two strips of a 2-pair horizontal configuration, the first strip will contain values 1-24, the second strip will contain numbers 25-48. 7. When finished, select OK and press M410 User Manual...

  • Page 68: Desistrip (Designation Strip)

    The breaker positions are numbered left-to-right or top-to-bottom, depending on label orientation. This numbering system is universal across various competing manufacturers of breaker panels. To create breaker box labels: 1. Press 2. Select Breaker Box and press . The printer displays the settings screen for breaker box labels. M410 User Manual...
  • Page 69 8. When finished, select OK and press . If Variable Pole Count is not selected, skip to step 11. If Variable Pole Count is selected, the breaker box pole count screen displays. The number of poles for each breaker defaults to 1. M410 User Manual...
  • Page 70 Each breaker is consigned to an area, with the number of areas determined by the number of breakers defined. The number of areas is indicated in the upper right of the touchscreen. Use to move to the different labels. 12. Press to view the label before printing. M410 User Manual...

  • Page 71: File Management

    External files are stored on some external device, such as a USB drive. File Naming Standards To create a file on the M410 printer, the file must be given a name. Names can be up to 20 characters long and can consist of letters, numbers, and spaces.
  • Page 72 5. If the name already exists, a message displays asking if you want to overwrite the existing file with that name. • To overwrite the existing file, press • To go back and type a different file name, press M410 User Manual...

  • Page 73: Closing The File

    While you do not have to use the exact cartridge used when saving the file, you must use a cartridge with labels that can accommodate the data in the file being opened. You cannot open a file created for continuous labels while pre-sized labels are installed and vice versa. M410 User Manual...

  • Page 74: Deleting A File

    The file is removed from the system and is no longer available for use. Note: Folders are deleted the same way as files, only the folders must be empty in order to delete. M410 User Manual...

  • Page 75: Maintenance

    Expand the Brady Corp folder. c. Click M410 Firmware Update Utility. 10. Follow the prompts to connect the M410 printer to your computer, turn the printer on, then click the Upgrade M410 button in the update utility. 11. Cycle power on the printer for the upgrades to effect.

  • Page 76: Screen

    3. Lightly moisten a lint-free swab with isopropyl alcohol or use pre-moistened cleaning swabs (PCK-6). We recommend using Brady part number PCK-6 pre-moistened swabs because they are lint free and the isopropyl alcohol contains no additives. 4. Gently swab the printhead.

  • Page 77: Sensor

    To clean the position sensor: 1. Press the power button to turn the printer off. 2. Remove the cartridge. See “Loading Cartridges” on page 3. Clean debris off the sensor either with a can of compressed air or a lint-free swab. M410 User Manual...

  • Page 78: Troubleshooting Error Messages

    8 Troubleshooting Use the following tables to troubleshoot and diagnose possible performance problems with your printer. If the corrective action suggested does not work, contact Brady’s Technical Support Group. “Technical Support and Registration” on page Error Messages .......................70 Other Issues ......................72 Hardware ......................72...
  • Page 79 Low battery The battery needs to be Attach the AC adapter to the charged. printer and plug into an electrical outlet. This will supply immediate power while charging the battery at the same time. M410 User Manual...

  • Page 80: Other Issues

    If you have concerns, please contact technical support for further assistance. WARNING! Never attempt to remove fragments with your fingers. The cutter assembly includes very sharp components that can cause injury. M410 User Manual...

  • Page 81: Power On And Off (Printer Not Working)

    Order a replacement battery Poor quality printing pack. Dust or adhesives Clean the printhead. (See “Printhead accumulated on the and Platen Roller” on page 68.) printhead. M410 User Manual...
  • Page 82 Print is in the wrong Damaged label notch Use a pair of scissors to cut a straight position on pre-sized leading edge on the label roll. labels. Use proper care when handling cartridges to avoid damaging label material. M410 User Manual...

  • Page 83: Labels

    4. Use tweezers or a needle-nose pliers to clear the label jam. WARNING! The printhead is susceptible to damage. Using metal objects to remove jams can scratch, dent, or crack the printhead. Use every precaution when clearing a jam. M410 User Manual...

  • Page 84: A Symbols

    A Symbols Symbols for all enabled applications are available for use on any label, regardless of the application/label type in use. See “Symbols” on page 44 for information on applying symbols to labels Arrows DataComm M410 User Manual...
  • Page 85 Symbols Electrical Exit M410 User Manual...
  • Page 86 Symbols Fire First Aid CLP/GHS Greek M410 User Manual...
  • Page 87 Symbols Home Electrical HSID International M410 User Manual...
  • Page 88 Symbols Laboratory Mandatory M410 User Manual...
  • Page 89 Symbols Miscellaneous Packaging M410 User Manual...
  • Page 90 Symbols Prohibition Public Info Safety M410 User Manual...
  • Page 91 Symbols Warning WHMIS M410 User Manual...

  • Page 92: B Regulatory Compliance

    El uso de este equipo en un área residencial puede causar interferencias perjudiciales, en cuyo caso el usuario tendrá que corregir dichas interferencias por su cuenta. M410 User Manual...

  • Page 93: Canada

    EU Directive 2015/863 of 31 March 2015 (RoHS 3) amends Annex II to Directive 2011/65/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council as regards the list of restricted substances. M410 User Manual...
  • Page 94 Türkiye Cumhuriyeti: EEE Yönetmeliğine Uygundur Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) China China RoHS Hazardous Substance Table related to this product is available at www.bradyid.com/M410compliance. 警 告 此为 级产品。在生活环境中，该产品可能会造成无线电干扰。在这种情况下，可能需要用户对干扰 采取切实可行的措施。 仅适用于非热带气候条件下安全使用 Taiwan Class A Statement 警告 : 為避免電磁干擾，本產品不應安裝或使用於住宅環境 M410 User Manual...
  • Page 95 Agency Compliance and Approvals Taiwan Restricted Substances Containment Status (RoHS Declaration) related to this product is available at www.BradyID.com/M410compliance. Importer: 香港商貝迪香港有限公司 臺北市中山區南京東路3段101號4樓 BRADY CORPORATION HONG KONG LIMITED 4th Floor, No. 101, Section 3, Nanjing East Road, Zhongshan District, Taipei City M410 User Manual...

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