Brady BMP 21-PLUS, BMP 21-LAB User Manual

BMP®21-PLUS LABEL PRINTER

BMP®21-LAB LABEL PRINTER

USER’S MANUAL

Copyright

Trademarks

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 Worldwide, Inc.

While every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this document, BRADY assumes
no liability to any party for any loss or damage caused by errors or omissions or by statements
resulting from negligence, accident, or any other cause. BRADY further assumes no liability
arising out of the application or use of any product or system described, herein; nor any
liability for incidental or consequential damages arising from the use of this document.
BRADY disclaims all warranties or merchantability of fitness for a particular purpose.

BMP®21-PLUS Label Printer is a trademark of BRADY Worldwide, Inc.

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21-LAB Label Printer is a trademark of BRADY Worldwide, Inc.

BMP

Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.

BRADY reserves the right to make changes without further notice to any product or system
described herein to improve reliability, function, or design.

© 2013 BRADY Worldwide, Inc. All Rights Reserved
Printed January 2014
Firmware Version 1

Brady Worldwide Inc.

6555 West Good Hope Road
Milwaukee, WI 53223 U.S.A.
Telephone: [phone] USA Domestic
Facsimile: 414-438-6958

BMP®21-PLUS/BMP®21-LAB User’s Manual

UNITED STATES

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates and may radiate radio frequency energy and,
if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the

• Consult BRADY Technical Support for help.

receiver is connected.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference. and , (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

CANADA

Industry Canada ICES-003:

CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)

EUROPE

Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive

In accordance with the European WEEE Directive, this device needs to be
recycled in accordance with local regulations.

BMP®21-PLUS/BMP®21-LAB User’s Manual

RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU

This product is CE marked and complies with the European Union's Directive 2011/65/EU OF
THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL of 8 June 2011 on the
restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment.

Batteries Directive 2006/66/EC

This product contains a lithium battery. The crossed-out wheeled bin shown
to the left is used to indicate 'separate collection' for all batteries and
accumulators in accordance with European Directive 2006/66/EC. Users of
batteries must not dispose of batteries as unsorted municipal waste. This
Directive determines the framework for the return and recycling of used
batteries and accumulators that are to be collected separately and recycled
at end of life. Please dispose of the printer and battery pack according to
your local regulations.

Notice to Recyclers

To remove the Lithium battery pack:

1. Turn the printer over, open the battery compartment door, and remove the battery pack.

Turkey

Mexico

2. Dispose of in accordance with local regulations.

To remove the Lithium battery:

1. Disassemble printer and locate the lithium coin cell battery located on the main circuit

board.

2. Remove the battery from the board, and dispose in accordance with local regulations.

Turkish Ministry of Environment and Forestry

(Directive on the Restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and
electronic equipment).

Türkiye Cumhuriyeti: EEE Yönetmeliğine Uygundur

Energy Statement:

Consumo de energia en operacion: 3.35 Wh

(Energy consumption in operation mode)

Consumo de energia en modo de espera: 0.1 Wh

(Energy consumption in standby mode)

BMP®21-PLUS/BMP®21-LAB User’s Manual

BRADY Warranty

Our products are sold with the understanding that the buyer will test them in actual use and
determine for him or herself their adaptability to his/her intended uses. BRADY warrants to
the buyer that its products are free from defects in material and workmanship, but limits its
obligation under this warranty to replacement of the product shown to BRADY’s satisfaction
to have been defective at the time BRADY sold it. This warranty does not extend to any
persons obtaining the product from the buyer.

THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTY, EPXRESSED OR
IMPLIED INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND OF ANY
OTHER OBLIGATIONS OR LIABILITY ON BRADY’S PART. UNDER NO
CIRCUMSTANCES WILL BRADY BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOSS, DAMAGE, EXPENSE
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND ARISING IN CONNECTION WITH
THE USE, OR INABILITY TO USE, BRADY’S PRODUCTS.

YOU SHOULD CAREFULLY READ THE FOLLOWING TERMS & CONDITIONS OF
THIS LICENSE AGREEMENT. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE WITH THESE TERMS &
CONDITIONS, PLEASE PROMPTLY RETURN THIS PACKAGE FOR A FULL REFUND.

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Technical Support

Technical Support Numbers/On-line Help

For repair or technical assistance, find your regional Brady Tech Support office in the
following list.

• United States:

• Australia:

• Canada:

• Mexico & Latin America:

www.bradylatinamerica.com

• Europe:

1-800-643-8766 or via the web at www.bradyid.com/techsupport

1-800 644 834 or via the web at www.bradyid.com.au/en-au/supportlanding

1-800-263-6179 or via the web at www.bradycanada.ca

01-800-212-8181 or via the web at

[phone] or via the web at www.bradyeurope.com/services

Repair and Replacement Parts

Brady Corporation offers repair and replacement services. Contact Brady Technical Support
for repair and replacement information.

Table of Contents

Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Unpack Your Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Register Your Printer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

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BMP

Physical and Environmental Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

External View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Power Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Loading AA Alkaline Batteries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Loading the Lithium Ion Battery Pack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

AC Power Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Media Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Changing the Label Cartridge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Power On. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Editing Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Keypad. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Navigation and Editing Keys. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Function Keys. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Data Fields . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Cancel a Menu or Data Field . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Printer Defaults. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Cut Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Set Zero Style. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Backlight Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Entering Text. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Editing Text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

21-PLUS/BMP®21-LAB Label Printer System Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Remove Lithium Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Attaching the Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Status Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Set Clock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Inserting Text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Deleting Text. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Clear Data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

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Error Messages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Font Size. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Printing a Label. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Multi-Print . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Formatting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Remove a Symbol. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

International Character Set. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Date and Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Timestamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Barcode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Add a Barcode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Edit Barcode Data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Serialization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

How Serialization Works. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Examples of Serialization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Using Letters in Serialization. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Add Serialization. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Edit a Sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

File Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

File Naming Standards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Save a File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Replace (Overwrite) a File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Open a File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Delete a File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Label Types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Selecting a Label Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Banner Portrait Label Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Banner Landscape Label Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Fixed Length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Vial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

WireMarker Label Type (BMP
Terminal Block, Patch Panel (BMP
Flags (BMP
Breaker Box (BMP

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21-PLUS only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

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21-PLUS only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Technical Support Numbers/On-line Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Cleaning the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Display Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Internal Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Appendix A - Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

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21-PLUS only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

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21-PLUS only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

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Introduction

The BMP®21-PLUS/BMP®21-LAB Label Printer is capable of printing on a variety of
continuous supplies, up to 3/4- inch (19.1 mm) wide print. It includes the following features:

• Targeted applications to simplify the creation of specific label types

• Battery operation - at least 1800 2-inch long labels on six AA alkaline batteries; at least
2000 2-inch long labels on Lithium battery pack.

• Ability to use the printer with either 6 AA batteries or an optional lithium ion rechargeable
battery pack.

• High contrast LCD display (132 pixels x 64 pixels)

• Easy to use graphic user interface

• 203 DPI print resolution

• One step media installation

Introduction

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Introduction

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Unpack Your Printer

Unpack Your Printer

The following items are included in the standard

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21-PLUS/BMP®21-LAB Label Printer

BMP
package:

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• BMP

21-PLUS Label Printer (BMP®21-LAB

Label Printer)

• M21-750-499 black on white vinyl cartridge

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(BMP

• M21-750-7425 cartridge (BMP

21-PLUS)

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21-LAB)

• Quick Start Guide

The following items are accessories available for the

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21-PLUS/BMP®21-LAB Label Printer:

BMP

• Lithium Ion battery pack (BMP21-PLUS­BATT)

• AC Adaptor (BMP21-AC)

• Hardside carrying case (BMP21-HC)

• Magnet Accessory (BMP21-MAGNET)

• Multifunctional Accessory (BMP21-TOOL)

These items can be purchased separately or as a kit from your distributor.

Register Your Printer

Register your printer on-line at www.bradycorp.com/register and receive free product support
and updates!

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Physical and Environmental Characteristics

BMP®21-PLUS/BMP®21-LAB Label Printer System
Specifications

The BMP®21-PLUS/BMP®21-LAB Label Printer has the following specifications:

• Weight 1.66 lbs (0.753 kg)

• Thermal Transfer Print Mechanism, 203 DPI print resolution

• Softplast ABC-style keypad

• Print Width - 0.75-inch (19.1 mm) maximum label width

• Maximum print length for labels: 36” (914.4 mm)

• Prints up to 1800 1/2-inch x 2-inch labels on 6 AA batteries

Physical and Environmental Characteristics

The BMP®21-PLUS/BMP®21-LAB Label Printer has the following physical and
environmental characteristics:

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Physical Metric Units U.S. Units

Dimensions

Weight (with battery pack) 0.75 kg 1.66 lbs

Note: The table below refers to the BMP

only. Consumable performance may vary.

236.22 x 63.5 x 114.3 mm

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21-PLUS/BMP®21-LAB Label Printer

9.3" x 2.5" x 4.5"

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Physical and Environmental Characteristics

Environmental Operation Storage

Temperature* (Printer)

Relative Humidity
(Printer)

4° to 43° C (40° to 110° F)

20% to 90% (non­condensing)

-18° to 43° C (0° to 110° F)

10% to 90% (non­condensing)

*Exposing the BMP®21-PLUS/BMP®21-LAB Label Printer to direct sunlight is not
recommended.

Avoid using the system near water, in direct sunlight, or near a heating device.

Do not attempt to use batteries other than those recommended in this manual.

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External View

External View

Physical and Environmental Characteristics

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1 Power key 7 Cartridge bay with cartridge

2 Function keys 8 AC adapter port

3 Navigation pad with ENTER key 9 Cartridge eject button

4 Print key 10 Battery compartment

5 Cutter lever 11 Finger tabs on battery

6 Cartridge bay locking lever

compartment cover

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Power Source

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Physical and Environmental Characteristics

Power Source

Power is supplied to the BMP®21-PLUS/BMP®21-LAB Label Printer by six AA alkaline
batteries, a BMP21-PLUS-BATT Lithium Ion battery pack, or by an AC power adapter.

Do not expose batteries to temperatures above 60C (140F).

Do not disassemble or mistreat the battery pack.

Do not attempt to open, damage, or replace components in the battery pack.

The Battery Pack should only be used in the BMP
Printer.

Do not use any other rechargeable battery pack other than the BMP21-PLUS-BATT

supplied for the BMP

Do not allow metal or other conductive materials to touch the battery terminals.

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21-PLUS/BMP®21-LAB Label

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21-PLUS/BMP®21-LAB Label Printer.

Keep the battery pack away from sparks, flames, or other heat sources.

Keep the battery pack away from water.

Never lay objects on top of the battery pack.

Store your battery pack only in a cool, dry place.

Keep the battery pack out of the reach of children.

Special precautions should be taken when handling the battery pack during disposal to
prevent impact to the cells.

The battery pack must be recycled or disposed of properly according to federal, state,
and municipal regulations.

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Power Source

Physical and Environmental Characteristics

Do not dismantle, open or shred cells or batteries.

Do not expose cells or batteries to heat or fire. Avoid storage in direct sunlight.

Do not short-circuit a cell or a battery. Do not store cells or batteries haphazardly in a
box or drawer where they may short-circuit each other or be short-circuited by other
metal objects.

Do not remove a cell or battery from its original packaging until required for use.

Do not subject cells or batteries to mechanical shock.

In the event of a cell leaking, do not allow the liquid to come in contact with the skin or
eyes. If contact has been made, wash the affected area with copious amounts of water
and seek medical advice.

Do not use any charger other than that specifically provided for use with the equipment.

Observe the plus (+) and minus (-) marks on the cell, battery and equipment and ensure
correct use.

Do not use any cell or battery which is not designed for use with the equipment.

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Do not mix cells of different manufacture, capacity, size, or type.

When using alkaline cells, always use fresh, new batteries and never mix used batteries
with new batteries.

Keep cells and batteries out of the reach of children.

Seek medical advice immediately if a cell or a battery has been swallowed.

Keep cells and batteries clean and dry.

Wipe the cell or battery terminals with a clean dry cloth if they become dirty.

The BMP21-PLUS-BATT battery pack needs to be charged before use. Always use the
correct charger and refer to the manual included with the pack.

After extended periods of storage, it may be necessary to charge the battery pack to
obtain maximum performance.

Batteries give their best performance when they are operated at normal room
temperature (20 °C ± 5 °C).

Retain the original product literature for future reference.

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Power Source

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Loading AA Alkaline Batteries

Loading AA Alkaline Batteries

1. On the back of the printer,

squeeze the finger tabs
located on both sides of the
battery compartment door,
then swing the battery
compartment door up and
out. (The door will come
off.)

2. Insert 6 AA alkaline

batteries, observing correct
polarity. (Do not use
rechargeable AA batteries
or Ultimate Lithium AA
batteries).

3. Re-insert the battery door

hinge at the top of the
compartment and push
down on the battery
compartment door,
snapping it into place.

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Loading the Lithium Ion Battery Pack

When using a BMP21-PLUS-BATT Lithium Ion battery pack, please consult the instructions
enclosed with the battery pack for the charging procedure.

Note: The lithium Ion battery pack accessory cannot be charged in the printer. The

battery pack must be removed from the printer and charged using the BMP21-AC
AC adapter.

Power Source

Loading the Lithium Ion Battery Pack

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1. On the back of the printer,

squeeze the finger tabs
located on both sides of the
battery compartment door,
then swing the battery
compartment door up and
out. (The door will come
off.)

2. With the battery label

facing down, insert the the
elongated portion of the
battery (just below the
alignment tabs) into the
slot at the bottom of the
battery compartment; then
push the top part of the
battery down until it snaps
into place. (The battery
alignment tabs fit into the
cutout finger tab grooves.)

3. Re-insert the battery door

hinge at the top of the
compartment and push
down on the battery
compartment door,
snapping it into place.

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Loading the Lithium Ion Battery Pack

Remove Lithium Battery

1. Squeeze the finger tabs

located on both sides of the
battery compartment door,
then swing the battery
compartment door up and
out. (The door will come
off.)

2. Placing your thumb at the

base of the printer, use
your forefingers to gently
pull up on the raised
portion of the battery. This
releases the top of the
battery from the contacts.

3. Grasp the raised battery

and pull it up and out from
the bottom contact slots.

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AC Power Adapter

The printer can be powered by an AC/DC power adapter. The AC/DC power adapter can also
be used to recharge the BMP21-PLUS-BATT battery pack outside of the printer.

Use only the 9V DC, 3.3A Brady AC/DC adapters, shown below, for supplying power to

the BMP®21-PLUS/BMP®21-LAB Label Printer.

Attaching the Adapter

The printer can be powered through a designated AC power adapter.

Note: The lithium ion battery does NOT charge within the printer when using the

AC adapter.

Power Source

AC Power Adapter

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1. Insert the round end of the optional adapter

cable into the plug-in port on the left side
of the printer..

2. Plug the other end of the cord into an

electrical outlet.

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Media Cartridge

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Changing the Label Cartridge

Media Cartridge

The media and ribbon supplies for the BMP®21-PLUS/BMP®21-LAB Label Printer are
combined in a plastic cartridge for easy one-step loading. To load the cartridge:

Changing the Label Cartridge

1. Turn the locking

lever to the left to
unlock the
cartridge.

If the cartridge is empty, recycle according to local regulations.

Store the cartridge in a cool, dry place.

2. Push the eject

button on the back
of the printer, then
lift the cartridge out
of the printer.

3. Place a new cartridge in the

cartridge bay and push down until
the cartridge snaps into place.

4. Turn the locking lever up (to the

right).

Please note that the cartridge bay contains parts and assemblies that may be
susceptible to damage by Electrostatic Discharge (ESD). When loading or unloading a
cartridge, care must be taken so that devices are not damaged.

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Power On

To turn the system on or off:

To preserve battery life, when the printer detects a time of inactivity, it automatically shuts
down. Any data on the screen at the time of auto shutdown is retained and available the next
time the [Power] key is pressed to restart the printer.

The first time the printer is turned on, you may want to choose a language in which to display
screen items. Language selection is obtained from the Menu function. (For more information,
see “Selecting a Language” on page 20.)

Whenever the printer is powered on, the system performs an initialization process. Part of this
process is recognizing the media installed. While it is possible to power on the printer without
installing media, you must insert a media cartridge in order to continue.

1. Press Power .

Power On

Changing the Label Cartridge

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Power On

Editing Screen

Editing Screen

The editing screen enables you to view formatting features directly on the screen while you are
entering and editing data.

Status Information

A status bar displays permanently at the bottom of the screen and contains the following:

1 Text lines 5 Caps lock (on)

2 Label type 6 Function key indicator (in use)

3 Font size 7 Battery life indicator

4 Bold font (on)

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Keypad

Navigation and Editing Keys

Navigation and Editing Keys

Function Key Description

Power Turns on the printer

Navigation Keys Navigation keys:

• In a line of text, move the cursor left

or right a character at a time, or up
and down a line at a time.

• In menus, move the selection up or

down in primary menu choices; left
or right through secondary menu
choices (such as Symbols or
International characters), if
available.

Keypad

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ENTER Key

• Adds a new blank line in label data.

• Accepts menu selections and

attributes.

Alternate

Function Key

• Used in conjunction with the

alternate function (displayed in

gold) on some of the keys. Press

the key, then press the

alternate function key.

OR

Hold the key while

simultaneously pressing the key

that has the alternate function.

• Used to access special characters

on the alphanumeric keys.

Backlight Key Increases readability of screen in low

light conditions.

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