Brother PT-E550W Guide d'installation

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INTRODUCTION10DANGERRechargeable Li-ion BatteryCarefully observe the following precautions for the rechargeable Li-ion battery (hereafter referred to

11 INTRODUCTIONRechargeable Li-ion BatteryLiquid (electrolyte) leaking from the P-touch labeling system or rechargeable battery may indicate that the

INTRODUCTION12WARNINGP-touch Labeling SystemFollow these guidelines to avoid fire, electric shock, the risk of injury to yourself or others, and/or da

13 INTRODUCTIONAlkaline batteries/Ni-MH rechargeable batteriesFollow these guidelines to avoid liquid leakage, heat, rupture of the battery and cause

INTRODUCTION14AC AdapterFollow these guidelines to avoid fire, damage, electric shock, failure or the risk of injury. Make sure that the plug is fully

15 INTRODUCTIONCAUTIONAlkaline batteries/Ni-MH rechargeable batteriesFollow these guidelines to avoid liquid leakage, overheating or rupture of the b

INTRODUCTION16P-touch Labeling SystemFollow these guidelines to avoid minor personal injury and damage to the P-touch labeling system.Store the P-touc

17 INTRODUCTIONRechargeable Li-ion battery• At the time of purchase, the rechargeable Li-ion battery is slightly charged so that the operation of the

INTRODUCTION18• DO NOT expose the tape cassettes to direct sunlight, high temperatures, high humidity, or dust. Store tape cassettes in a cool, dark p

19 INTRODUCTION Create a label with the P-touch labeling systemGETTING STARTEDCREATING A LABELLABEL PRINTINGHow to Use the P-touch Labeling System1•

2INTRODUCTIONThank you for purchasing the P-touch labeling system model PT-E550W.Your new PT-E550W is an intuitive, easy to operate and feature rich l

INTRODUCTION20 Create a label by connecting your P-touch labeling system to a computerGETTING STARTEDYour P-touch labeling system can be used as a st

 GETTING STARTED21Unpacking Your P-touch Labeling SystemGETTING STARTEDCheck that the package contains the following before using your P-touch labeli

22General DescriptionGETTING STARTED1. Cover latch2. Tape exit slot3. LCD display4. Mini-USB port5. Keyboard6. Tape cutter7. Tape cassette compartment

23 GETTING STARTEDGeneral DescriptionLCD Display1. Line numberIndicates line number within the label layout.2. Shift ModeIndicates shift mode is on.3

24General DescriptionGETTING STARTED19. Cursor selectionUse the and keys to select menu items and the and keys to change the settings.20. Spec

25 GETTING STARTEDGeneral DescriptionKey Names and Functions1. PowerTurns the P-touch labeling system on and off.2. StyleSets character and label att

26General DescriptionGETTING STARTED17. Letter• Use these keys to type letters or numbers.• Uppercase letters and symbols can be entered using these k

 GETTING STARTED27Power SupplyAC AdapterUse the AD-E001 (AC adapter) for this P-touch labeling system. Connect the AC adapter directly to the P-touch

GETTING STARTED28Power SupplyInsert the rechargeable Li-ion battery into the battery compartment.Confirm that the hooks on the edge of the rear cover

 GETTING STARTED29Power SupplyRechargeable Li-ion BatteryTips on Using the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery• Charge the rechargeable Li-ion battery before

3CAUTIONRISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE.DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS.ATTENTIONRISQUE D'E

GETTING STARTED30Power SupplyP-touch Labeling System• Charging current: 800 mA• Charging voltage: up to 8.2 V (Maximum)Alkaline/Ni-MH BatteryAfter mak

 GETTING STARTED31Inserting a Tape CassetteTape cassettes of 0.13", 0.23", 0.35", 0.47", 0.70" or 0.94" (3.5mm, 6mm, 9m

GETTING STARTED32Turning Power On/OffClose the rear cover.Press the (Power) button to turn the P-touch labeling system on.Press and hold the (Powe

 GETTING STARTED33Feeding TapeAuto Power-Off TimeFeed & CutThe Feed & Cut function feeds 0.96" (24.5mm) of blank tape, and then cuts t

GETTING STARTED34LCD DisplayPress the Feed & Cut key. "Feed & Cut?" will appear on the LCD display.Using the or key to select th

 GETTING STARTED35Setting Language and UnitLanguagePress the Menu key, select " Language" using the or key, and then press the OK or En

36Selecting a Labeling Application TypeEDITING A LABELYou can select six different types of labeling applications. GENERAL Labels printed with this mo

 EDITING A LABEL37Selecting a Labeling Application TypeCABLE FLAG Labels printed with this mode can be wrapped around a cable or wire, and both ends

EDITING A LABEL38Selecting a Labeling Application TypePUNCH-DOWN BLOCK Labels printed with this mode can be used to identify a type of electrical conn

 EDITING A LABEL39Creating a Bar Code LabelUsing the Bar Code function you can create labels with one dimensional bar codes for use with asset contro

4Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Declaration of Conformity (For USA Only)Responsible Party: Brother Mobile Solutions, Inc.100 Technology Driv

EDITING A LABEL40Entering a Serialize LabelPress the OK or Enter key to insert the bar code in the label.The bar code is displayed on the text entry s

 EDITING A LABEL41Entering a Serialize LabelPress the OK or Enter key to display the screen that you set.Example: Advanced Serialize SimultaneousEnt

EDITING A LABEL42Entering a Serialize LabelPress the OK or Enter key to display the screen that you set.Example:  AdvancedEnter text.Example: Create

 EDITING A LABEL43Entering a Serialize LabelPress the OK or Enter key to display the screen that you set.Example: 6• When you press the Shift and Ser

44Using P-touch SoftwareUSING P-TOUCH SOFTWAREThis P-touch labeling system is equipped with a USB port, allowing you to connect it to a computer. You

 USING P-TOUCH SOFTWARE45Using P-touch SoftwareInstalling the Software and Printer DriverThe procedure for installing the software varies depending o

USING P-TOUCH SOFTWARE46Using P-touch Software4. Advanced ApplicationsInstalls the BRAdmin Light utility or displays the Brother Developer Center.5. B

 USING P-TOUCH SOFTWARE47Using P-touch SoftwareUninstalling the Printer Driver For Windows Vista®/Windows Server® 2008If the P-touch labeling system

USING P-TOUCH SOFTWARE48Using P-touch Software For Windows® 8/Windows® 8.1/Windows Server® 2012/2012 R2If the P-touch labeling system is connected to

5The available scientific evidence does not show that any health problems are associated with using low power wireless devices. There is no proof, how

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6International ENERGY STAR® Compliance StatementThe purpose of the International ENERGY STAR® Program is to promote the development and popularization

7Important InformationShould you have questions, or need information about your Brother Product, we have a variety of support options for you to choos

INTRODUCTION8GETTING STARTED...... 21Unpacking Your P-touch Labeling Sy

9 INTRODUCTIONTo prevent injury and damage, important notes are explained using various symbols. The symbols and their meanings are as follows: The s