Operator's/
Configuration
Guide
Edition 12/06
Copyright by Brady Worldwide, Inc.
All specifications about delivery, design, performance and weight are given to
the best of our current knowledge and are subject to change without prior
notice.
All rights reserved, including those of the translations.
No part of this manual nor any translation may be reproduced or transmitted
in any form or by any means, for any purpose other than the purchaser’s
personal use, without the express written permission of Brady.
FCC
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when
the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a
residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user
will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
Industry Canada
This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian
Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations
Cet appareil numerique de la classe A respecte toutes les exigencies du
Reglement sur le material broilleur du Canada.
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Table of Contents
Copyright .................................................................... 1
FCC ............................................................................ 2
Industry Canada ......................................................... 2
Safety and the Environment ....................................... 2
About the Printer ........................................................ 2
Intended Use of the Printer ........................................ 3
Safety Instructions ...................................................... 4
Included Items................................................................. 5
Unpacking the Label Printer ....................................... 5
What’s in the Box ................................................. 5
Installation ....................................................................... 6
Stress Free System Setup ......................................... 6
Printer Overview......................................................... 7
Connecting the Printer................................................ 8
Connecting to a Power Supply............................. 8
Connecting to a Computer or Computer Network 9
USB Interface Connection ............................. 9
RS-232 Interface Connection ...................... 10
Turning the Printer On.............................................. 10
Media Setup ............................................................. 10
Brady Mode........................................................ 11
Metallized Material ............................................. 12
Hassle-Free Mode ....................................... 12
Standard Mode ............................................ 12
Sleeving Material ............................................... 12
Custom Material................................................. 12
Standard Mode .................................................. 13
Label Sensors .......................................................... 14
Gap Sensors ...................................................... 14
Reflex Sensor .................................................... 15
Software Installation ................................................. 16
Brady Software .................................................. 16
Standard Windows Driver .................................. 16
Device Types ................................................................. 17
Peel-Off Mode .......................................................... 17
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Tear-Off Mode .......................................................... 17
Cutting Mode ............................................................ 17
Loading the Material ..................................................... 18
Loading the Ribbon................................................... 18
Loading the Labels ................................................... 20
Feeding the Label — Peel-Off Mode.................. 23
Feeding the Label — Tear-Off Mode.................. 24
Printing Operation......................................................... 25
Synchronizing the Paper Feed ................................. 25
Peel-Off Mode........................................................... 26
Tear-Off Mode .......................................................... 26
Cutting Mode ............................................................ 26
Stand-Alone Operation ............................................. 26
Control Panel ................................................................. 27
Structure of the Control Panel .................................. 27
Functions in Print Mode ............................................ 28
Powersave Mode................................................ 28
Printer States...................................................... 28
‘Ready’ state ................................................ 28
‘Printing label’ state...................................... 28
‘Pause’ state ................................................ 28
‘Correctable error’ state ............................... 28
‘Irrecoverable error’ state ............................. 29
‘System fault’ state....................................... 29
Key Functions..................................................... 30
LCD/Menu Options ................................................... 31
Short Status........................................................ 31
Test .................................................................... 32
Overview ...................................................... 32
Status Print ................................................. 33
Font List ...................................................... 34
Device List .................................................. 35
ASCII Dump Mode ....................................... 36
Test Grid ...................................................... 38
Label Profile ................................................. 39
Setup Menu ........................................................ 40
Local Settings ............................................. 40
Machine Parameters.................................... 41
Print Parameters ......................................... 43
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Interfaces ........................................................... 46
Security ....................................................... 47
Firmware ............................................................ 48
Firmware Update via Interface .................... 48
Firmware Update from Memory Card.......... 49
Error Messages During the Firmware
Update......................................................... 50
Remaining Material Display ............................... 50
Adjust Screen Brightness................................... 51
Calibration.......................................................... 51
Heat Settings for Print Darkness........................ 51
Print Sample Label............................................. 52
Print Setting Label.............................................. 52
Cleaning and Simple Maintenance.............................. 53
General Cleaning ..................................................... 53
Cleaning the Media Feed Rollers ............................. 53
Cleaning the Printhead and Media Feed Rollers...... 54
Basic Troubleshooting Guide...................................... 56
Troubleshooting Chart .............................................. 56
Error Messages with Corrective Actions .................. 57
Additional Support ....................................................... 59
Technical Support Numbers/Online Help ................. 59
Warranty Information ................................................ 59
Effective December 30, 2002............................. 59
Printers and Related Hardware Products .......... 59
Printers............................................................... 59
Printheads.......................................................... 60
Printhead Warranty Period .......................... 60
Related Hardware Items .................................... 60
Supplies ............................................................. 61
Repair Services.................................................. 61
Warranty Exclusions & Conditions
Statement .................................................... 61
Repair and Replacement Parts ................................ 62
Product Registration ................................................. 62
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Brady IP™ Label Printer
Brady IP™ Label Printer
Operator’s/Configuration Guide
Copyright
This manual is copyrighted with all rights reserved. No portion of this manual
can be copied or reproduced by any means without the consent of Brady
Worldwide Inc. While every precaution has been made to ensure accuracy in
the preparation of this document, Brady assumes no liability to any party for
any losses or damage caused by errors or omissions or by statements
resulting from negligence, accident or any other cause. Brady further
assumes no liability arising from 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
of merchantable or fitness for a particular purpose. Brady reserves the right to
make changes without further notice to any product or system herein to
improve reliability, functionality or design.
Reproduction of this material is strictly forbidden in part or in whole without
the written permission of Brady Worldwide Inc.
Every effort has been made to make this guide as accurate and complete as
possible. Brady Worldwide Inc. is not responsible for labeling inaccuracies,
and omissions occurring during the use of this guide.
This manual is proprietary to Brady Worldwide Inc. and may be revised from
time to time without notice.
Brady Worldwide Inc. disclaims any understanding to provide you with
revisions, if any. All brand or product names referenced in this manual are
trademarks or registered trademarks of their respected companies or
organizations. IP™ Printer, BradySoft™, LabelMark™, BradyCode™ and
IdentiLab™ are registered trademarks of Brady Worldwide Inc., Windows
a trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
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FCC
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class A digital device, pursuant to part 155 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when
the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. The equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency radiation and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a
residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the user
will be required to correct the interference at their own expense.
Industry Canada
This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian
Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
Safety and the Environment
Please read and understand this manual before using the label printer for the
first time. This manual describes all of the main functions of the label printer.
The functions actually available depend on the version ordered.
A detailed product description with all technical data can be found
online at www.bradycorp.com.
About the Printer
The Brady IP printer is designed to work with BradySoft, BradyCode,
IdentiLab or LabelMark software. When used with one of those software
packages, the printer will automatically recognize all Brady non-metallized
labels up to 4 inches (101.6 mm) wide. For operation of the printer with other
manufacturer’s labels, metallized labels and other software packages, refer to
Standard Mode on page 13.
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Intended Use of the Printer
■ The label printer is designed and manufactured in accordance with
applicable standards and recognized safety rules. However, danger to the
life and limb of the user or third parties and/or damage to the label printer
and other tangible assets can arise during use.
■ The label printer may only be used for its intended purpose, in perfect
working order and with regard to safety and dangers as stated in this
manual. In particular, faults which affect safety must be rectified
immediately.
■ The label printer is intended exclusively for printing suitable materials that
have been approved by the manufacturer. Any other use shall be regarded
as improper use. The manufacturer/supplier shall not be liable for damage
resulting from unauthorized use; the user shall bear the risk alone.
■ Usage for the intended purpose also includes complying with the operating
manual, including the manufacturer’s maintenance recommendations and
specifications.
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