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BRADY Warranty
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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 obligations under this warranty to replacement of
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Technical Support and Registration
Contact Information
For repair or technical assistance, locate your regional Brady Technical Support office by
going to:
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United States: bradyid.com/techsupport
•Canada:
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Mexico: bradyid.com.mx/es-mx/contacto
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Australia: bradyid.com.au/technical-support
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Registration Information
To register your printer go to:
•bradycorp.com/register
Repair and Return
bradycanada.ca/contact-us
bradylatinamerica.com/es-mx/soporte-técnico
If for any reason you need to return the product for repair, please contact Brady Technical
Support for repair and replacement information.
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Contents
1 • Introduction
Unpack Your Printer ..............................................................................................2
Datamatrix and QR Codes ..................................................................................80
C • Regulatory Compliance
Agency Compliance and Approvals ...................................................................... 81
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1Introduction
The M210/M210 LAB Label Printer is a rugged, highly mobile printer designed to print on a variety of
continuous and pre-sized materials. With label widths from .25" to .75", this labeler meets the
demands of rigorous job sites printing up to 100 labels per day. Key features include:
•Pre-loaded application design guides to simplify label creation for common application types.
•Ability to store up to 12 files for rapid access to your repeated label types
•On board ability to create UPC, DataMatrix, and QR Codes
•Drop-Lock-Print style cartridges for easy media changes
•20 on-board language options
•Ability to power the printer through 6 AA batteries, optional rechargeable lithium ion battery
pack (sold separately), or optional AC power adapter (sold separately).
•Battery Life Expectations: a minimum of 1,800 2 inch long labels on 6 AA alkaline batteries; a
minimum of 2,000 2 inch long labels on the lithium ion battery pack
•203 DPI print resolution
Note: The M210 and M210-LAB Label Printers differ only in the available label type templates. The
M210-LAB is intended for use in laboratory environments and therefore presents only label
types for laboratory functions.
The M210 also comes in a Russian language version with a Cyrillic keypad.
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Unpack Your Printer
The following items are included in the standard M210/M210LAB Label Printer package:
•M210 Label Printer (M210-LAB Label Printer)
•M21-750-499 0.75" (19.1 mm) Multi-Purpose White
Nylon Cartridge with the M210
or
M21-750-7425 Chemical and Temperature Resistant
Label Cartridge with the M210-LAB
•Quick Start Guide
Accessories
The following items are accessories available for the
M210/M210-LAB Label Printers.
•Lithium Ion battery pack (M210-BATTERY)
•AC Adapter 110V (M210-AC), 220V (#110416), UK 240V (#110417)
•Power Source Kit; AC Adapter and Lithium Ion Battery (M210-PWRKIT)
Accessories can be purchased separately or potentially as part of a kit. A variety of kits are available in
different areas. Please visit your local Brady website to determine what kits are available in your
country/region.
Register Your Printer
Register your printer on-line at www.bradycorp.com/register and receive free product support and
updates!
For Warranty information, visit your local Brady website.
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System Specifications
The M210/M210LAB 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 length for labels with alphanumeric characters: 99.9 inches (253.7 cm)
•Maximum characters that can be printed: 50
•Prints up to 1800 1/2-inch x 2-inch (12.7mm x 50.8mm) labels on 6 AA batteries
Physical and Environmental Characteristics
The M210/M210-LAB Label Printer has the following physical and environmental characteristics:
PhysicalMetric UnitsImperial/U.S. Units
Dimensions243.84 x 63.5 x 124.46 mm9.6" x 2.5" x 4.9"
Weight (with battery pack)0.75 kg1.66 lbs
Note: The table below refers to the M210/M210-LAB Label Printer only. Consumable performance
may vary.
EnvironmentalOperationStorage
Temperature* (Printer)4° to 43° C (40° to 110° F)-18° to 43° C (0° to 110° F)
Relative Humidity (Printer)20% to 90% (non-condensing)10% to 90% (non-condensing)
*Exposing the printer to direct sunlight is not recommended.
WARNING! Avoid using the system near water, in direct sunlight, or near a
heating device.
WARNING! Do not expose batteries to temperatures above 60° C (140° F).
Batteries give their best performance when they are operated at normal room temperature (20 °C ±
5 °C, 68°F ± 41°F).
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External View
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1Power key8Cutter lever
2Function keys9Cartridge bay locking lever
3Symbols and characters10Cartridge bay with cartridge
4Secondary function key11AC adapter port
5Navigation pad with ENTER key12Cartridge eject button
6Set language and unit defaults13Battery compartment
7Print key14Finger tabs on battery compartment
cover
Note: There are NO PC connection ports on the printer, therefore it CANNOT be connected to a PC.
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Power Source
Power is supplied to the printer by six AA alkaline batteries, a Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) battery pack, or by
an AC power adapter.
To maintain maximum printer performance use basic AA alkaline batteries, NOT rechargeable or
Ultimate Lithium AA batteries.
The optional Li-Ion battery pack is rechargeable, but must be removed from the printer and attached to
the AC power adapter for charging to take place.
The AC power adapter is used to recharge the Li-ion battery pack outside the printer, but it can also be
used to power the M210 printer without batteries.
Battery Safety
WARNING! Do not attempt to use batteries other than those
recommended in this manual.
WARNING! The M210 battery pack needs to be charged before use.
ALWAYS use the correct charger and refer to the manual
included with the pack.
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 M210/M210-LAB
Label Printers and only the battery pack supplied for these
printers should be used.
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.
The battery pack must be recycled or disposed of properly
according to federal, state, and municipal regulations.
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WARNING! Do not allow metal or other conductive materials to touch the
battery terminals.
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.
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.
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.
After extended periods of storage, it may be necessary to charge the battery pack to obtain maximum
performance.
Retain the original product literature for future reference.
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Loading AA Alkaline Batteries
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.)
Finger Tabs
Insert 6 AA alkaline
batteries, observing correct
polarity. (Do not use
rechargeable AA batteries
or Ultimate Lithium AA
batteries).
Re-insert the battery door
hinge at the top of the
compartment and push
down on the battery
compartment door,
snapping it into place.
Door Hinge
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Loading the Lithium Ion Battery Pack
When using an M210-BATTERY Lithium Ion battery pack, please consult the instructions enclosed
with the battery pack for the charging procedure.
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.)
With the battery label
facing down, insert 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.)
Re-insert the battery door
hinge at the top of the
compartment and push
down on the battery
compartment door,
snapping it into place.
Door Hinge
Finger Tab
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Alignment Tab
Remove Lithium Battery
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.)
Finger Tab
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.
Grasp the raised battery
and pull it up and out from
the bottom contact slots.
Bottom Contact Slot
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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 M210-BATTERY battery pack outside of the printer.
WARNING! Use only the 9V DC, Brady AC/DC adapters, shown below, for
supplying power to the M210/M210-LAB Label Printers.
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.
Insert the round end of the optional
adapter cable into the plug-in port on the
left side of the printer.
Plug the other end of the cord into an
electrical outlet.
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Charging the Lithium Ion Battery Pack
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 M210-AC AC adapter. To use the printer while
charging the battery, insert 6 AA alkaline batteries in the battery compartment.
Attaching the Adapter to the Battery Pack
1. Insert the round end of the adapter cable into the plug-in port on the lower left side of the
battery pack.
2. Plug the other end of the adapter cord into an electrical outlet.
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Media Cartridge
The M21 media and ribbon supplies are combined in a plastic cartridge for easy one-step loading and
have been optimized for the M210/M210-LAB Label Printers. Cartridges are offered as continuous
tapes between 0.25" - 0.75" (6.35mm - 19.1mm) or as pre-sized labels in multiple material types.
Note: For specific compatibility with older Brady Label Printers, please refer to information provided
for each individual catalog number.
Media types include:
Multi-PurposeHeat Shrink
Wire MarkingPre-Sized
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Changing the Label Cartridge
To unlock the
cartridge, turn the
locking lever left to
the horizontal
position.
Locking Lever (locked)
If the cartridge is empty, recycle according to local regulations. (See page 14 for more information on
recycling cartridges.)
Store the cartridge in a cool, dry place.
Note: 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.
Push the eject button
on the back of the
printer, then lift the
cartridge out of the
printer.
Eject Button
Place a new cartridge in the
cartridge bay and push down until
the cartridge snaps into place.
Turn the locking lever right to the
vertical position.
Locking Lever (unlocked)
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Recycling the Label 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.
Materials
•1/4-inch blade flathead screwdriver
•Safety Glasses
•Safety Gloves
CAUTION! ALWAYS wear Personal Protective Equipment when dismantling a
cartridge.
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Power On
Printer Version
To turn the system on or off:
1. Press Power.
2. Watch the screen closely for the version number which displays briefly.
Note: Screen shown above is a sample only; version number on your product may differ.
If you missed seeing the version number and need to know what it is:
3. Remove whichever type of batteries are installed.
4. Press and hold the power button for 10 seconds.
5. Reinstall batteries while watching the screen.
M210
3.0
If using the power adapter instead of batteries:
6. With the printer powered up, remove and reinsert the power adapter into the plug-in port on
the left side of the printer while watching the screen.
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 22.)
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.
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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:
1Text lines5Caps lock (on)
2Label type6Function key indicator (in use)
3Font size7Battery life indicator
4Bold font (on)
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Keypad
Navigation and Editing Keys
FunctionKeyDescription
PowerTurns on the printer
Navigation KeysNavigation 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.
ENTER Key
• Adds a new blank line in label data.
• Accepts menu selections and attributes.
Alternate
Function Key
Backlight KeyIncreases readability of screen in low light conditions.
Backspace Key
• Used in conjunction with the alternate function (displayed
in gold) on the keys. Press the alternate function key, then
press the key.
OR
Hold the alternate function key while simultaneously
pressing the key that has the alternate function.
• Used to access special characters on the alphanumeric
keys.
• Removes characters one at a time, moving to the left.
• Backs out of menu options and functions, one screen at a
time.
Note: Depending on how deep you are into menus and
functions, you may have to press Backspace multiple
times.
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FunctionKeyDescription
Caps Lock KeyActs as a toggle to lock text into uppercase as data is
entered.
Clear KeyClears data from the screen.
Decimal PointAdds a decimal point or period.
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Function Keys
FunctionKeyDescription
Feed KeyFeeds the media through the printer.
Serial KeySets the start, end, and increment values for serialization.
Menu KeyProvides printer defaults (i.e., language, units) and other
print options not available on keys. Menu items include
symbols, international characters, barcode styles, and file
options.
Label Type KeyAccesses the different applications/label type templates
Font Size KeyProvides font sizes and bold attribute.
Print KeyPrints all labels in a label file.
Multi-Print KeyPrints multiple copies of a label.
Symbol KeyAccesses the predefined graphics (symbols) available in
the printer.
Barcode KeyPlaces a text string in Barcode format.
International KeyAccesses characters specific to some international
alphabets with diacritical and accent marks incorporated
into the characters.
Add Date KeyInserts the current date, as set on the printer.
Add Time KeyInserts the current time, as set on the printer.
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Menus
Additional functions not displayed on a key are available from the Menu key. Use the up or down
navigation keys to access the different menu items displayed. When you have reached the last menu
item displayed, the menus cycle back to the first menu item.
To access the menus:
1. Press MENU.
The menu choices display in a list.
2. Press the up/down navigation keys to highlight the menu items.
3. Press Enterto select the menu item.
To exit a menu without selecting it:
4. Press Backspace.
The various key functions and menu items are discussed in further detail in the Formatting section of
this manual, starting on page 36.
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Data Fields
For some menu items, there may be data fields requesting additional information. To enter the
information:
1. Using navigation keys, navigate to the data field.
2. Enter data using the keyboard.
OR
Use the left/right navigation keys to toggle through a series of predesigned values.
3. Use navigation keys to move off the field after entering data.
4. To accept data entered, press Enter.
Cancel a Menu or Data Field
To cancel a menu or data field, without accepting changes:
Press Backspace.
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Printer Defaults
Printer defaults are set to provide a consistent operating environment for the work you do with your
printer. Once the defaults are set, they will remain in effect until you change them. The following printer
default settings can be found using the Menu key.
•Language
•Units
•Set Clock
•Cut Mode
•Set Zero Style
•Backlight Time
Language
The following languages can be found under the Language menu item.
Note: Quick Start Guides are available electronically for all languages listed on the printer.
M210 Languages
English - DefaultCzechRomanian
FrenchDanishSlovakian
SpanishEstonianSlovenian
GermanFinnishSwedish
DutchHungarianTurkish
PortugueseNorwegianCroation
ItalianPolish
M210-Lab Languages
English - DefaultDutch
FrenchPortuguese
SpanishItalian
German
M210 Russian Languages
Russian - Default
English
Note: Greek language characters are found under the International menu function.
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Initial Language Setup
When turning the printer on for the first time, immediately go to the Menu>Language function and
choose the language in which you want all printer menus, functions, and data displayed.
1. Press MENU.
2. Using navigation keys, choose Language.
Note: The menu item “Language” is the 6th item in the menu list and the word “Language” displays
in the language that is currently set on your printer. For instance, in English it displays
“Language,” in Spanish it displays “Idioma,” in French it displays “Langue,” etc.
3. Press Enter.
4. Using navigation keys, choose the desired language, then press Enter.
Set Clock
The following settings can be found under the Set Clock menu function. Set the Date and Time options
upon initial start-up of the printer.
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Clock Format
Before setting the date and time, set the Clock Format. This enables you to use a 12-hour clock or a
24-hour clock. To set the Clock Format:
1. Press MENU.
2. Navigate to Set Clock, then press Enter.
3. Navigate to Clock Format, then press Enter.
4. Select the desired format, then press ENTER.
Date Format
You have four choices for the date format. The date can be displayed in the American standard
(MM/DD/YY) or the International Standard (DD/MM/YY). You can also have the date display 2 digits or
4 digits for the year (e.g., YY = 22, YYYY = 2022). To set the date:
1. Press MENU.
2. Navigate to Set Clock, then press Enter.
3. Navigate to Date Format, then press Enter.
4. Select the desired format, then press Enter.
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Time Format
Next, choose the Time Format to use. The Time Format displays the time in hours and minutes, or
hours, minutes, and seconds. To set the time:
1. Press MENU.
2. Navigate to Set Clock, then press Enter.
3. Navigate to Time Format, then press Enter.
4. Select the desired format, then press Enter.
Set Date
Once you have set the date and time format, you can now set the actual date and time.
To set the date:
1. Press MENU.
2. Navigate to Set Clock, then press Enter.
3. Navigate to Date, then press Enter.
4. Navigate to various fields to set the desired month, day, and year for the time you want
displayed on your labels.
5. Enter the date from the keyboard OR use the left/right navigation key to decrease or increase
the date, one month, day, or year at a time. (The left navigation key decreases the number, the
right navigation key increases the number.)
6. When finished setting the date, press Enter.
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Set Time
To set the time:
1. Press MENU.
2. Navigate to Set Clock, then press Enter.
3. Navigate to Time, then press Enter.
4. Navigate to various fields to set the hour and/or minutes of the desired time.
Note: When using the time format HH:MM:SS, no field for seconds displays. The internal clock in
the printer starts the seconds based on the minutes you have chosen.
5. Enter the time from the keyboard OR use the left/right navigation key to decrease or increase
the time, one hour or minute at a time. (The left navigation key decreases the time, the right
navigation key increases the time.)
Note: If you have chosen the 12 hour clock format, you can toggle the Clock field between AM and
PM. If you have chosen the 24 hour clock format, you will not be able to access the Clock
field.
6. When finished setting the time, press Enter.
The date and time format and date and time are stored on the printer and will automatically increment
forward to the current date or time whenever the printer is used. The date and time format you have
chosen only displays when the date or time function is used. You can enter any date or time, in any
format, from the keyboard. Entered data is not affected by the internal clock.
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Units
The Units setting is used to configure label parameters for the printer. The units are:
•Inches
•Millimeters
Once configured, you do not have to indicate “inches” or “millimeters” (or their globally accepted
abbreviations or marks) when entering numbers in data fields. Likewise, in any scale or range of
measurement field (as found under Label Type), the range of measurements will automatically
configure to the units selected in the Menu function.
To set the default units:
1. Press MENU.
2. Navigate to Units, then press Enter.
3. Navigate to the desired units of measure, then press Enter.
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Cut Mode
Set the Cut Mode default to determine when the printer should pause for cutting. There are two modes
to choose from:
•Cut Between Labels
•Cut at End of Job
In a multiprint job (serialized label, terminal block, breaker box, etc.) cut mode determines if the printer
should pause between each label for cutting the individual labels. If you select Cut at End of Job, all
labels in a serialized sequence, or all labels for each listed block in a terminal or breaker box label
type, will print out as one long string, pausing for cutting only after the last label has been printed.
To set the Cut Mode:
1. Press MENU.
2. Navigate to Cut Mode, then press Enter.
3. Navigate to the desired cut mode, then press Enter.
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Set Zero Style
The Set Zero Style default determines if the number zero will print as an open zero (0), or intersected
by a line ( ), as on a computer. To set the Zero Style default:
1. Press MENU.
2. Navigate to Set Zero Style, then press Enter.
3. Navigate to the desired zero style, then press Enter.
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Backlight Time
The Backlight Time sets the backlight auto-off time-out. This refers to the number of seconds of
inactivity detected, after which the backlight automatically shuts off.
If you prefer to keep the backlight on at all times while using the AC adapter, choose Always On. To
turn it off completely, select Always Off. Otherwise set the number of seconds of inactivity the printer
should detect before shutting off the backlight. The options run from 5 seconds to 30 seconds, at 5second intervals.
To reset the Backlight options:
1. Press MENU.
2. Navigate to Backlight Time, then press Enter.
3. Navigate to the desired backlight options, then press Enter.
Cartridge
The Cartridge function provides a visual indicator of the amount of supply left in the cartridge.
1. Press MENU.
2. Navigate to Cartridge, then press Enter.
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About
About identifies the printer type and the version of firmware installed.
1. Press MENU.
2. Navigate to About <printer name>, then press Enter.
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2Getting Started
This section describes the process of creating a text label with minimal formatting, using basic editing
techniques, and printing the label.
Entering Text
Before entering label text, be sure the media cartridge is loaded and the power is ON.
The vertical bar on the display screen is the cursor and is the starting point for every label you create.
Begin entering text at the position of the cursor. The cursor moves across the screen as you enter
data. If you want another line of text, press [ENTER] .
Editing Text
If you have entered some text in error or want to change the content or format of your label, edit the
information before printing.
Inserting Text
To insert additional text within a line of text:
1. Using navigation keys, position the cursor at the point where text should be inserted.
2. Enter the text.
Existing data positioned to the right of the cursor moves progressively to the right to make
room for the inserted text. When the end of the line (for the label size) is reached, no more
data can be inserted. The error message “Cannot Fit” displays to indicate that the width of the
label cannot accommodate any more text.
To correct the error, delete some of the text, add another line of text, or decrease the font size.
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Deleting Text
To remove characters, one at a time, from the position of the cursor TO THE LEFT (backwards):
Press Backspace .
If you want to delete characters in the middle of the line of text, use the navigation keys to position the
cursor to the right of the characters you want to delete, then press [BACKSPACE].
Clear Data
The Clear key is used to clear all data from the screen.
To clear data:
Press CLEAR.
Clear removes all data on the label, but leaves the formatting in place (e.g., font size, label type, etc.)
Cancel Functions
Backspace is also used to cancel functions or a menu. 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.
Error Messages
If a function does not operate under current conditions, an error or information message displays
indicating the problem and/or offers situational advice. Read the message carefully and follow the
instructions. (A list of error messages can be found in the Troubleshooting section of this manual,
starting on page 67.)
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Font Size
Note: This printer provides a single typeface – the Brady Fixed Width Condensedtypeface – that
has different sizes and weights.
Font size can be applied before or after data is entered, regardless of where the cursor is positioned.
The font setting applies to all text on the label. You cannot change font size on individual lines of text.
The following font sizes are available:
AutoAuto Bold
66 Bold
99 Bold
1414 Bold
2020 Bold
2828 Bold
4040 Bold
To change the font size:
1. Press FONT SIZE.
2. Navigate to the desired font size and weight, then press Enter.
Autosize
Autosize starts with the largest font size that fits on the label. When a line of text reaches the fixed
margin (distance between the edge of the print head and the cutter blade), it scales downward until
you press [ENTER] or the minimum font size is reached.
By default, a 9 point font is enabled for all labels. To turn autosize on:
1. Press FONT SIZE.
2. Navigate to Auto, then press Enter.
When autosize is turned on, it displays as an ‘A’ in the Status Bar. Autosize remains on for the entire
label, until a different font size is selected.
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Printing a Label
To print a label:
1. Press PRINT.
A printing icon displays on the screen indicating that the label is printing and displays the amount of
media left in the cartridge. When the icon disappears, you can cut the label.
2. Squeeze the cutter levers to cut the label.
Label
exit chute
Cutter levers
The label exit chute contains plastic grips that hold the label in place after cutting so it will not fall off.
3. Gently pull the label away from the label exit chute.
Multi-Print
Multi-Print allows you to print multiple copies of a label file. You have the option to print then cut each
label or to print all labels then cut. To print multiple copies:
1. Press MULTI-PRINT .
2. In the Copies: field, enter a numeric value for the number of copies desired OR use left/right
navigation keys to decrease or increase the number of copies.
3. When ready, press Enter.
4. Either press the cutter levers between labels or press the print button to print the next label
without cutting.
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3Formatting
Formatting refers to the layout, structure, and appearance of a label. Different formatting features can
be found under the Menu and function keys.
Symbols
Symbols (graphics) that can be used for a variety of applications are available on the printer. The
number of symbols is printer dependent as outlined below:
•M210 = 194 symbols
•M210 with Cyrillic keyboard = 218 symbols
•M210-LAB = 131 symbols
To add a symbol to the label:
1. Position the cursor at the point where you want the symbol to display.
2. Press SYMBOL.
3. Navigate to the desired symbol category, then press Enter.
Note: When adding symbols, the printer always returns to the last symbol category used.
4. Using navigation keys, select the desired symbol, then press Enter.
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You can also choose symbols through the Menu function.
1. Press MENU.
2. Navigate to Symbols, then press Enter.
3. Navigate to the desired symbol category, then press Enter.
4. Using navigation keys, select the desired symbol, then press Enter.
The symbol displays with the same font size that is currently in use.
Remove a Symbol
The symbol is the same as any other character. To remove a symbol:
1. Position the cursor to the right of the symbol.
2. Press Backspace.
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International Character Set
The International Character Set supplies characters specific to some international alphabets with
diacritical and accent marks incorporated into the characters. To add a character from the International
Character Set:
1. Position the cursor where you want the international character to display.
Press International key .
OR
Press MENU .
Navigate to International, then press Enter
2. Navigate to the desired international character, then press Enter.
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Date and Time
To have the current date and/or time inserted on a label:
1. Position the cursor on the label where you want the date and/or time to be inserted.
2. Press ADD DATE to display the date.
OR
3. Press ADD TIME to display the time.
The printer inserts the Date or Time using the current system clock value at the time of printing and the
date/time format defined in the Menu function. (For more information, see “Set Clock” settings on
page 23.)
Timestamp
You can also use the Timestamp menu option to insert the date or time on your label. To Timestamp
your label:
1. Place the cursor at the position on the label where you want to stamp the date or time.
2. Press MENU.
3. Navigate to Timestamp, then press Enter.
4. Navigate to Insert Time or Insert Date, then press Enter.
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Barcode
The printer supports Code 39 and Code 128 barcode symbology. You can use either Banner
Landscape or Flag label type to insert a barcode. (See page 50 for information on changing the Label
Type.)
Barcode data can be displayed in the same line as other data (text or symbols). Barcode data on the
same line as text will not overwrite the text already on the line but will be placed next to it.
Note: You cannot change the characteristics of the barcode except the font size. The human
readable text is placed below the barcode and cannot be removed. The size of the barcode
changes with the font size of the human readable text.
Add a Barcode
Barcode creation is only available for select ASCII characters, as shown in Appendix B on
page 80.
To add a barcode:
1. Position the cursor where you want to add the barcode.
2. Press Barcode.
3. Choose the barcode symbology (39 or 128) and press Enter.
4. Enter the barcode data.
Note: To change the font size, press FONT SIZE, select desired size, press Enter.
The barcode displays on the screen as a rectangle around the barcode data. To exit out of the barcode
data:
5. Press the right navigation key to move off the barcode.
Entering barcode data
(cursor inside barcode)
Cursor moved off the barcode data
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If you want to enter more data on the same line of text as the barcode:
1. Press the right navigation key to move off the barcode.
2. Enter the data. (Be sure to press Space before entering more data if you want to separate the
data from the barcode.)
Barcode in line of dataPrinted label of barcode in line of data
Edit Barcode Data
To edit barcode data:
1. Using the left or right navigation keys, position the cursor in the barcode text.
2. If you are deleting barcode data, be sure to position the cursor to the right of the character you
want to delete, then press Backspace.
3. If you are inserting additional data, position the cursor in the barcode data where new data will
be entered, then enter the data.
4. To exit the barcode data, use the left or right navigation keys to move off the barcode data.
Datamatrix and QR Codes
Barcode creation is only available for select ASCII characters, as shown in Appendix B on
page 80.
The M210/M210-LAB Label Printer supports Datamatrix and QR Codes in two different sizes, with
0.59 inches (15 mm) being the minimum supported diameter that a Brady scanner can read.
Datamatrix Codes will accept a maximum of 44 characters and QR Codes can accept up to 50
characters. This feature is only supported on .75-inch (19.1 mm) media. Multiple lines of text/codes is
not supported.
Add a Datamatrix or QR Code
Note: Label type must be set to Banner Landscape. The size of the codes are preset and not
affected by changing font size.
1. Position the cursor where you want to add the code.
2. Press .
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3. Use the arrows to scroll to the desired code (Datamatrix or QR) and size (small or large) and
press Enter.
Datamatrix line of dataSmall DatamatrixLarge Datamatrix
QR line of dataSmall QRLarge QR
4. Enter data for the code. Use the left and right navigation keys to move within the data which is
shown inside a box.
5. Press the right navigation key to move off the barcode (outside of the box) and stop adding
data to the code.
Editing either type of code is the same steps as editing a barcode as shown on page 41.
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Serialization
Serialization (or sequencing) automatically adds a series of sequential numbers or letters to the printed
labels. The Serial function consecutively places the next number or letter in the defined sequence on
individual labels. The number of labels created is defined by the sequence values you enter.
Serialization can be combined with other data on a label. Any data displayed on a label that includes
serialization will be repeated on every label along with the serial data. You can also incorporate
serialized data into a barcode. However, you can only have one serialized data set per label file. (I.e.,
you cannot put two different serialization sequences on one label.)
How Serialization Works
Serialization is alphanumeric, with numbers from 0 to 9, and letters A-Z. Serialization consists of a
Start Value, End Value, and Increment. The Start Value is the number or letter that begins the
serialization sequence. (You can use multiple numbers or letters in the sequence. However, you
cannot combine numbers and letters in the same sequence.) The End Value is the termination point of
the sequence.
The Increment is the value that is added to the previous number in the sequence to produce the next
sequence number. (You cannot have an increment value of 0.) For instance, a start value of 1, an end
value of 25, and an increment of 4 would produce 1, 5, 9, 13, 17, 21, 25.
Note: Letters are sequenced according to their place in the alphabet. For instance, the letter A
occurs first in the alphabet (1), B is second (2), C is third (3), and so on. When sequencing
letters, the Increment value is still entered as a number.
Examples of Serialization
In a simple serialization, a sequence runs through its full range of numbers and/or letters (i.e., 0 to 9, or
A to Z), one number/letter for each label. Starting with the Start Value, the Increment value is added to
the previous number to produce the next sequence number, until it reaches the End Value.
Sequencing progresses only until the End Value is reached, it cannot go over the End Value. When
the Increment Value is larger than 1, it may produce a sequence that does not print the End Value.
Example:Simple serialization 2:
Start Value:1
Increment:2
End Value:10
Produces:1, 3, 5, 7, 9
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In the above example, the increment value of 2 is added to each previous sequence number.
Therefore, 1 + 2 = 3, 3 + 2 = 5, 5 + 2 = 7, 7 + 2 = 9. It cannot add 2 to sequence number 9 because that
would produce sequence number 11, which is higher than the end value of 10.
Note: The M210 Label Printer can only process simple serializations, as in the above two
examples. It can also process serializations using single or multiple letters.
Using Letters in Serialization
Sequencing letters occurs according to the letter’s position in the alphabet. Below is a chart
referencing alpha character positions in the English alphabet.
ABCDEFGHIJKLM
12345678910111213
NOPQRSTUVWXYZ
14151617181920212223242526
Example:Letter sequence:
Start Value:A
Increment:3
End Value:M
Produces:A, D, G, J, M
Multi-Letter Serialization
You can serialize up to three letters at a time. When the right-most character in the Start Value
reaches its maximum value (Z), the character immediately to the left is incremented, and the right
character cycles back to its minimum value (A). It is important to understand how letter serialization
works as it can produce a very large amount of labels.
Example:Multiple Letter Serialization 1:
Start Value:AB
Increment:1
End Value:BB
Produces:AB, AC, AD, AE......AZ, BA, BB
In the above example, 27 sequences are produced. Starting with AB, the right-most character runs the
entire alphabet until it reaches its maximum value (Z). When the end of the alphabet is reached, the
character immediately to the left increments one letter and the sequence starts again. This process
continues up to the End Value of BB.
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Edit a Sequence
Add Serialization
To add serialization to labels:
1. Position the cursor on the label where you want the serialization to display.
2. Press SERIAL.
A dialog box displays where you can enter the start value of the serialization, the increment value, and
the end value.
For simple serialization:
3. With the cursor immediately displayed in the Start: field, enter the start value of the sequence.
4. In the Increment field, enter the increment value.
5. In the End: field, enter the end value of the sequence.
The default increment is 1. If that is the desired increment, skip this entry field.
6. To process the serialization, press Enter.
Edit a Sequence
You can change the serialization values after a sequence has been determined. To edit the sequence
values, from anywhere on the label (the cursor does not have to be in the serialized data set):
1. Press SERIAL.
The Serial dialog box displays with the current values listed.
2. Navigate to the value fields to change and enter the new value.
3. When finished, press Enter.
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4File Management
A label can be saved as a file, to be opened and reused at a later date. You can save up to 12 files.
The files are retained and are not lost when removing the batteries.
Note: The M210/M210-LAB printer CANNOT be connected to a PC, therefore you cannot print PC
label files on the printer.
File Naming Standards
To create a file the file must be given a name. Names can be up to 11 characters long and can consist
of letters, numbers, and spaces.
Unlike file names in a Windows environment, two different files can have the same name. File names
in the M210 Label Printer are designated and separated by the position number (1 - 12) so same
names are allowed.
Save a File
You can save a file internally on the M210. The saved file retains the label data and data attributes.
This file is available for reuse whenever needed.
To save labels as a file:
1. Press MENU.
2. Navigate to File, then press Enter.
3. Navigate to Save, then press Enter.
4. Navigate to an open numbered field (blank field) and press Enter.
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5. In the File Name? field, enter a name for the file, then press Enter.
When the file is saved, you are returned to the Editing screen with the saved file still displayed.
To remove the saved file from the screen:
6. Press CLEAR.
Replace (Overwrite) a File
You can only save 12 files on the printer. To save another file, you need to replace (overwrite) one of
the previously saved files. To replace, or overwrite, a file:
1. Press MENU.
2. Navigate to File, then press Enter.
3. Navigate to Save, then press Enter.
4. Navigate to the numbered field containing the file you want to overwrite and press Enter.
A message displays requesting confirmation on replacing the previous file.
To overwrite the previous file:
5. Navigate to Yes, then press Enter.
6. In the File Name? field, enter a name for the file, then press Enter .
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Open a File
To open (recall) a saved file:
1. Press MENU.
2. Navigate to File, then press Enter.
3. Navigate to Open, then press Enter.
A list of previously saved files displays.
4. Navigate to the file to open, then press Enter.
Only one file can be displayed on the screen at a time. When opening a saved file, if the Editing screen
contains data, the opened file overwrites that data. If the previous data on the screen was not saved,
that data is lost.
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Delete a File
The display screen does not have to be cleared before deleting a file. A file can be deleted with other
data still on the screen.
To delete a previously saved file:
1. Press MENU.
2. Navigate to File, then press Enter.
3. Navigate to Delete, then press Enter.
A list of previously saved files displays.
4. Navigate to the file to delete, then press Enter.
A delete confirmation message displays.
5. Navigate to Yes, then press Enter.
Note: If you enter ‘No’, you will be returned to the list of saved files. You can select another file to
delete OR press [BACKSPACE] to move out of the File>Delete menus and
return to the Editing screen.
When a file is deleted, it is removed from the system and is no longer available for use.
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5Label Types
Label types provide templates that guide and control the layout for label formats and may require
specific media.
The label types available are:
M210 and M210-Russian
Label Printer
• Banner Portrait
• Banner Landscape
• Fixed Length
• Custom Length
• Vial
• WireMarker
• Terminal Block
• Patch Panel
• Panel-Residential
• Flag
• Breaker Box
Selecting a Label Type
To select a label type:
1. Press LABEL TYPE.
2. Using navigation keys, choose the desired Label Type, then press Enter.
The M210-LAB
Label Printer
The printer is intended for
laboratory environments and
therefore contains only the
following label types.
• Banner Portrait
• Banner Landscape
• Custom Length
• Fixed Length
• Vial
Note: If the correct media is not installed in the printer, some of the label type templates will not
display in the Label Type menu. For example, if a permasleeve cartridge is loaded, the
wiremarker template will not be available.
For some label types, data fields display to collect information for automatically formatting the specific
label type.
3. Navigate to the different data fields and enter the data requested.
4. When finished, press Enter.
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Banner Portrait Label Type
Banner Portrait label type is used for creating basic labels, with no specific formatting. Banner portrait
supports all media except SelfLam and Permasleeve.
When you are using a specific label type, clearing the data removes the data you entered but the
specific label type parameters remain. To exit out of the specific label type and return to the general
editing mode of the M210/M210-LAB Label Printer, select the Banner Portrait label type.
1. Press LABEL TYPE.
2. Using navigation keys, choose Banner Portrait, then press Enter.
3. Using navigation keys, choose Horizontal or Vertical text, then press Enter.
Note: When using Horizontal Text on a Banner Portrait label type, you are limited to four lines of
text and the message “Cannot Fit” displays if each individual line of text is too long. When
using Vertical Text on a Banner Portrait label, you are limited to four lines of text with each
individual line having a maximum of 50 characters per line. Vertical text is the only option
available for use with pre-sized labels.
Banner Portrait label type
horizontal text on screen
Banner Portrait label type
vertical text on screen (limited to four lines)
The parameters of the previous label type in use are removed from the screen and you are returned to
the general editing mode.
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Banner Portrait label type
horizontal text printed out
Banner Portrait label type
vertical text printed out
Banner Landscape Label Type
Banner Landscape label type allows you to enter a long text string. Any media can be installed for
Banner Landscape. If a label type is not supported for newly installed media, the label type
automatically switches to Banner Landscape.
To print a long text string (i.e., producing a “banner”):
1. Press LABEL TYPE.
2. Using navigation keys, choose Banner Landscape, then press Enter.
3. Using navigation keys, choose Horizontal Text or Vertical Text, then press Enter.
Note: When using Vertical Text on a Banner Landscape label type, you are limited to four lines of
text and the message “Cannot Fit” displays if each individual line of text is too long. When
using Horizontal Text on a Banner Landscape label, you are limited to four lines of text with
each individual line having a maximum of 50 characters per line. Horizontal text is the only
option available for use with pre-sized labels.
4. On the Editing screen, enter the text string.
Banner Landscape label type - text on screen Banner Landscape label type - text printed out
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Fixed Length
If the label type is set to Banner landscape the label length will be as long as necessary to
accommodate the font size and text entered. However, you can set the length of the media to a fixed
length, which may restrict how much data you can enter on the label.
Note: On all labels, there exists a fixed margin that measures the distance between the edge of the
print head and the cutter blade. This distance cannot be changed.
To set a fixed label length:
1. Press LABEL TYPE.
2. Navigate to Fixed Length, and press Enter.
3. Navigate to the desired length, and press Enter.
Enter data as usual. If you enter more data than the fixed length label can accommodate, the error
message “Cannot Fit” displays and you are returned to the label.
To correct the error, you can delete text (see page 33), change the font size (see page 34), or select a
larger fixed length label size by performing the above three steps.
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Custom Length
Setting a custom length gives you the option to set smaller label lengths than what is available with the
fixed length setting. The maximum length is 99.9 inches (2537.46mm) with the maximum number of
characters at 50. Text will be centered on the label, regardless of length.
To set a custom label length:
1. Press LABEL TYPE.
2. Navigate to Custom Length, and press Enter.
3. Use the number keys to enter the desired length, and press Enter.
Enter data as usual. If you enter more data than the fixed length label can accommodate, the error
message “Cannot Fit” displays and you are returned to the label.
To correct the error, you can delete text (see page 33), change the font size (see page 34), or select a
longer custom length label size.
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Vial
The Vial label type can be used with any media except SelfLam or Permasleeve. (If SelfLam or
Permasleeve media is installed, the Vial label type does not display.) The Vial label type fixes the
length of the label based on the vial size selected and formats the data horizontally or vertically. To get
the most data in a small area it is recommended to use a 2D barcode.
To create a label using the Vial label type:
1. Press LABEL TYPE.
2. Navigate to Vial, then press Enter.
3. Navigate to the desired vial size, then press Enter.
Note: Width is automatically determined when using pre-sized labels.
4. Select the way you want the data to print on the label - landscape (horizontal) or portrait
(vertical), then press Enter.
Landscape (horizontal on printed label)Portrait (vertical on printed label)
5. Enter the data to display on the vial label.
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WireMarker Label Type (M210)
The WireMarker 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.
WireMarker label type - text on screenWireMarker label type - printed text
All media, except Permasleeve, support WireMarker label types.
To use the WireMarker label type:
1. Press LABEL TYPE.
2. Using navigation keys, choose WireMarker, then press Enter.
3. Navigate to the appropriate label size to fit the intended wire, then press Enter.
Note: Size is automatically determined when using pre-sized labels and is displayed in the lower
left corner of the screen (examples: W.75, W1.5, W2.0)
4. Enter the data you want repeated down the length of the label.
Note: The repeated data does not display on the screen, but displays on printout.
5. Press Enter to start a new line of text.
When the label is printed, both lines of text are repeated down the label, depending on the size
of the label and font.
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WireMarker label type - multiple lines as
displayed on screen
WireMarker label type - multiple lines as
displayed on print out
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Terminal Block, Patch Panel (M210)
Terminal Block and Patch Panel label types are designed to be used with any media, except SelfLam
or Permasleeve. If SelfLam or Permasleeve is installed, these label types are not available.
To use Terminal Block or Patch Panel:
1. Press LABEL TYPE.
2. Navigate to the desired label type and press Enter.
Data fields display requesting additional information. (For a review of data field navigation, see
page 21.) The data fields for Terminal Block and Patch Panel are similar.
Terminal Block data fieldsPatch Panel data fields
3. In the Spacing: field, choose a pre-programmed value using the left or right navigation key or,
when the cursor is flashing, enter your own value* for the amount of space that exists between
the terminals or ports.
*If a custom value was previously entered, it will remain in the printer.
Note: If you have indicated the correct spacing between the requested number of terminals or ports,
the printed label can be attached to the terminal block or patch panel as one strip. There is
no need to cut and adhere each individual block or port identifier.
4. Navigate to the Serial: field, then use the left or right navigation key to turn serialization ON or
OFF.
If serialization is turned ON, proceed to Step 6.
Note: If serialization is turned ON, you do not have to specify the number of terminations (or the
number of ports if using Patch Panel).
If serialization is turned OFF, continue with the following:
5. Navigate to the # of Terminations: (or # of Ports:) field and enter the number of terminals or
ports needed.
6. Navigate to the Rotation: field (not visible on the initial data fields screen), and determine if you
want the label data to print out at 0
(portrait). Use the left or right navigation key to switch between degrees of rotation.
° rotation (landscape) or print vertically at 90° rotation
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Landscape printout - rotation 0
7. When finished, press Enter.
Note: If serialization was turned OFF, proceed to Step 15. If serialization was turned ON, you are
presented with the Serial screen. Continue with the following:
8. With the cursor displayed in the Start: field, enter the start value of the sequence.
9. In the Increment field, enter the increment value.
The default increment is 1. If that is the desired increment, skip this entry field.
10. In the End: field, enter the end value of the sequence.
11. When ready, press Enter.
Note: If serialization was turned ON, the serial start value is displayed on the editing screen.
However, all labels in the serial sequence will print out. Likewise, if you delete the start value
on the editing screen, the entire serialization sequence will be deleted.
°Portrait printout - rotation 90°
To delete the serialization sequence:
12. Press Backspace.
A confirmation message displays.
To delete the entire sequence:
13. Press Enter.
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To cancel the deletion:
14. Press Backspace again.
Note: If serialization was turned OFF, the number of terminals (or ports) display in individual areas.
The terminal areas display in the upper right corner of the editing screen.
Terminal Block editing screen
Serialization turned OFF
Patch Panel editing screen
Serialization turned OFF
15. Use the up and down navigation keys to navigate to the first numbered data field and enter the
identifying information for that terminal.
16. When on a terminal number, use the left or right navigation key to toggle to another terminal
number.
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Panel Residential (M210)
Allows you to create labels for residential breaker box panel/door using pre-defined or user-defined
terms. Labels print portrait if more than one line is used.
For the best fit on a standard residential breaker box use font size 9 on 0.25 inch (6.35mm) width
media. All labels are printed left justified with the same fixed width and accept up to 15 characters
maximum.
Available labels (listed in order of appearance):
A/CBedroom 4Kitchen
AlarmDenDish Washer
BasementDining RoomMicrowave
Bathroom 1Family RoomRefrigerator
Bathroom 2OfficeStove
Bathroom 3Living RoomGarage
Master BedroomUtility RoomExterior
Bedroom 1LaundryFurnace
Bedroom 2DryerWater Heater
Bedroom 3WasherSmoke Detector
1. Press LABEL TYPE.
2. Using navigation keys, choose Panel Residential, then press Enter.
3. Use the right/left navigation keys to toggle between Yes or No to select YES to print all
panel labels or NO to choose specific labels.
4. (Optional) Use the number keys to change the number of copies or the navigation pad to
increase/decrease the number.
Note: When multiple copies are chosen the labels will collate as they print.
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5. (Optional) Navigate to Cut Between, use the right or left navigation key to toggle between
YES or NO, then press Enter.
Choosing “YES” on Cut Between will prompt you to “Cut” or “Press Print” after each label during
printing.
Note: Even if the printer is already set to cut between mode, it still needs to be selected here.
Note: It is not possible to return to the set-up menu after leaving it. To exit the application from the
set-up menu, press .
6. Select all desired labels using the right/left navigation keys to toggle between Yes or No, then
press Enter.
A preview of the first panel label will display.
7. (Optional) To change the text of the label press the down navigation key.
8. Use the Backspace to erase the characters and the keypad to enter up to 15
characters of text.
9. Press the up navigation key to return to the panel number in the upper right corner followed by
the right navigation key to move to the next label, the left key for the previous label or use the
keypad to enter the number of the panel, followed by Enter to go to a specific panel.
10. After the last label has been previewed/changed, press Enter to add additional labels or
Backspace to return to the last panel.
11. Press PRINT.
Exit Panel Residential without creating labels by pressing the Backspace twice. The
options you already selected will be available the next time you enter the feature.
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Flags (M210)
A Flag label wraps around a wire or cable, with the ends joined together to form a flag. The Flag label
type is designed to work with any media except SelfLam or Permasleeve.
To use a Flag label type:
1. Press LABEL TYPE.
2. Navigate to Flag and press Enter.
Data fields display requesting additional information.
Flag length
Flag
Diameter
(wraps
around
cable)
Flag length
Flag data fieldsFlag label on print out
3. In the Flag Length: field, enter the total length of the flag (as it exists before being wrapped
around a wire or cable).
Note: Length is automatically determined when using pre-sized labels.
4. In the Cable Diameter: field, enter the diameter measurement of the cable to which the flag will
be applied.
Note: Maximum cable diameter is automatically determined when using pre-sized labels.
The cable diameter is a minimum of 0.01 inch (.254 mm), a default of 0.25 inches (6.35 mm) and a
maximum of 9.99 inches (253.7 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/cable with
additional label material left for the flag.
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5. In the Style: field, use the left or right navigation key to display the eight different flag rotations.
6. When finished, press Enter.
Rotation is embedded in the template design, based on the flag design you pick. Justification defaults
to center, middle. The font size remains whatever size is set when the flag label type is chosen.
If the design chosen indicates only one text element, the printer automatically duplicates the entered
text for the other area, rotating according to the predefined layout.
In a 2-text element flag layout, you enter text in two separate areas. The areas are designated at the
top of the screen.
Flag 2-text layout - Area 1Flag 2-text layout - Area 2
To move to the different areas:
7. Using the up/down navigation keys, navigate from the line number to the area number listed
on the top right of the editing screen.
8. On the area number, use the left/right navigation keys to toggle between Area 01 and Area 02.
9. When on the desired area, use the down navigation key to move to the line number in that
area and enter the text to display in that area of the flag.
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Breaker Box (M210)
Breakers are usually arranged in two columns or along one row, depending on geographic regions.
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 LABEL TYPE.
2. Navigate to Breaker Box, then press Enter.
3. In the Spacing: field, enter the width of a standard breaker.
4. In the # of Breakers: field, enter the number of breakers to be labeled. This produces one
continuous strip, vertically aligned for US breaker boxes, or horizontally aligned for EU breaker
boxes.
A “partition” is a separator line that prints between breakers on a label. Indicate if you want a separator
line to print.
5. In the Partition: field, use the left or right navigation keys to turn the partition on or off.
6. In the Rotation: field (not visible on the initial data fields screen), use the left or right navigation
keys to access the degree of rotation desired for the printed labels - landscape (0
(90°).
Landscape - 0
7. When finished, press Enter.
° rotationPortrait - 90° rotation
°) or portrait
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On the Breaker Box editing screen, enter the number of poles for each breaker and the corresponding
identifying data. The number of the breaker displays in the upper right corner of the editing screen.
8. Using the up and down navigation keys, navigate to the breaker number.
9. When on the breaker number, use the left or right navigation keys to toggle to another breaker
number.
Breaker field accessedPole field accessed
10. Navigate to the Poles: number (directly under the breaker number) and enter the number of
poles for that breaker. (You can also use the navigation keys to toggle to different numbers.)
11. Navigate to the first numbered data field and enter the identifying information for that breaker.
12. Repeat Steps 7 through 10 for each breaker.
Breaker box editing screens
(6 breakers, 1 and 2 poles)
Printout of breaker box, with partition turned on
(notice space between breakers based on
number of poles)
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6Troubleshooting
Use the following table to troubleshoot and diagnose possible performance problems with your
M210/M210-LAB Label Printer. If the corrective action suggested does not work, contact Brady’s
Technical Support Group (see page 67).
ProblemCauseCorrective Action
Hardware
Keyboard works intermittently or
not at all.
Cutter does not cutLabel slivers in cutter assemblyUse a small tool such as tweezers or
One or more keys is stuck in
depressed state.
Identify any keys stuck in down
position. Repress key to un-stick.
needle-nose pliers to carefully remove
the media slivers from the cutter
assembly. Use caution not to damage
any of the components in the cutter
assembly while removing media
slivers. If you have concerns, please
contact technical support for further
assistance.
WARNING
Never attempt to remove slivers with
your fingers. The cutter assembly
includes very sharp components that
can cause injury.
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ProblemCauseCorrective Action
Printer jammed, cannot feed
labels
Label exit chute is blocked
causing label material to back up
inside printer
To clear the jam inside the printer:
• Slide the locking lever to the unlock
position.
Note: Unlocking retracts the platen so
the cartridge can be removed. If there
is a large jam, you may have to force
the locking lever to the unlock
position.)
• Remove the cartridge.
• Use tweezers or a needle-nose pliers
to clear label jam.
WARNING
The print head is susceptible to
damage. Using metal objects to
remove jams can scratch, dent, or
crack the print head. Use every
precaution when clearing a jam.
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ProblemCauseCorrective Action
Power ON/OFF - Printer not working
Printer does not power up when
turned on.
Screen freezesUser interface error.
LCD reads “Error” Battery is low.
Battery pack is not charged.If using batteries, replace with 6 new
Not using correct media.
Motor not working.
AA batteries.
OR, if using the lithium ion battery,
remove the battery from the printer
and recharge using the AC adapter.
To use the printer while charging the
lithium ion battery, insert 6 AA alkaline
batteries in the battery compartment.
• Press Power button to turn the printer
off.
If Power button does not shut down
printer:
• Remove the AC adapter (if using one).
• Remove the battery pack, or batteries,
then immediately re-insert.
• Power ON the printer.
If using batteries, replace with 6 new
AA batteries.
OR, if using the lithium ion battery,
remove the battery from the printer
and recharge using the AC adapter.
Insert correct media cartridge.
If new batteries and the installing the
correct media cartridge does not clear
the error message, send the printer in
for repair.
LCD reverts to previous label
text.
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Battery is low.If using batteries, replace with 6 new
AA batteries.
OR, if using the lithium ion battery,
remove the battery from the printer
and recharge using the AC adapter.
ProblemCauseCorrective Action
Printer frequently powers OFF.Battery is low.Note: The printer is programmed to
shut off automatically after 10 minutes
of inactivity.
Install 6 fresh AA batteries.
OR
Attach the AC Adapter to the printer
and plug into an electrical outlet. This
will supply immediate power.
If using the lithium ion battery, remove
the battery from the printer and
recharge using the AC adapter.
To use the printer while the lithium ion
battery is being recharged on the AC
adapter, insert 6 AA alkaline batteries
in the battery compartment, or
purchase a second AC adapter to
power the printer while the battery is
charging.
Printer not respondingBattery is dead.If using the lithium ion battery, remove
the battery from the printer and
recharge on the AC adapter.
To use the printer while the lithium ion
battery is recharging, install 6 new AA
batteries in the battery compartment.
Error - “Cut while printing”Operating cutter while labels are
still printing.
• Cut through the material completely.
• Press Clear key to
clear error.
• Reprint the label(s).
Printing from PCThe M210/M210-LAB printer
CANNOT be connected to a PC,
therefore you cannot print PC
label files on the printer.
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To obtain a Brady printer that can be
connected to a PC, contact Brady
customer service at
888-250-3082.
Print Quality
ProblemCauseCorrective Action
Poor print quality Battery pack, or 6 AA batteries,
may be worn out and not
properly holding a charge.
Poor print quality.Dust or adhesives accumulated
on the print head.
Poor print qualityMedia not usable.Try another media cartridge.
Void areas or lines appear on
printed text.
Void areas or lines appear on
printed text.
A creased line occurs on the
label. When printing over the
crease, the ribbon ink cannot fill
in the indenture.
Ribbon wrinkling.
Battery life is approximately one to
three years, depending on its use and
care. Order a replacement battery
pack or insert 6 new AA batteries.
Clean the print head. (Refer to
page 75 for instructions on cleaning
the printer.)
• Advance the label material to jump
over the crease.
• Reprint your label.
• Remove the cartridge from the printer
and advance the ribbon by rotating the
take-up spool clockwise until the
wrinkled/damaged ribbon is no longer
visible (typically about one or two full
turns).
• Reinstall the cartridge and continue
printing normally.
OR, try a new cartridge.
Black line displays on first label
printed.
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When the cartridge is left in the
locked position (when not in
use), the print head is pressed
against the platen roller, causing
a vertical pressure point line (or
residual burn line) to appear on
the tape.
Rotate spool clockwise to advance ribbon
Unlock the cartridge as soon as you
are done printing more labels. This
will prevent the warm print head from
burning the ink from the ribbon onto
the next label under the print head.
Labels
ProblemCauseCorrective Action
Printer will not feed labels. The leading edge of the label roll
is uneven or torn (not a straight
edge).
Locking lever not engaged.
Press Print but nothing feeds outLocking lever not engaged.
Damaged label cartridge.
Exit chute jammed.
Compressed print, poor
registration
Error - “No / Invalid Cartridge”No cartridge or non-Brady brand
Error - “Insert labels”Damaged contacts in receiver
Printing a symbol produces the
“Cannot Fit” message.
Error - “Check Cartridge / Lever”Locking lever not engaged.
Dirty platen rollerMake sure the last cut label has been
cartridge installed.
Damaged circuit board on
label/media roll.
slot of lower printer base.
Some symbols cannot print at
6 pt font.
Cartridge is empty.
Label is jammed.
Use a pair of scissors to cut a straight
leading edge on the label roll.
Verify the locking lever is in the correct
position.
Verify the locking lever is in the correct
position.
Insert a different label cartridge.
Verify exit chute is not blocked
removed from the label tray.
Clean the platen roller. (See page 75
for cleaning information.)
Verify that Brady media cartridge
installed.
• Replace label/media roll.
• Press [CLEAR/ESC] key to clear error
Contact Technical Support.
Change the font size to 9 pt or larger.
Verify the locking lever is in the correct
position.
Insert new cartridge.
Remove cartridge, cut off damaged
portion, reinsert cartridge.
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Program
ProblemCauseCorrective Action
Invalid terminal repeat value
entered.
Error - “Cannot Fit”Font size and settings too large
Error - “Cannot Fit”There are too many lines of text.
Error - “Cannot Fit”Wrong label type or orientation
“Cannot Fit” message received
while typing.
Left and right justification not
working.
The value entered is out of the
range.
for label.
The maximum number of lines
allowed is four, but may be less
when using pre-sized labels.
No more room on the label using
the font currently in use.
The printer currently does not
support left or right justification.
All label text will be center
justified only.
The acceptable range is between the
minimum of 0.2 inch (50.8mm) to the
maximum of 40 inches (1016mm).
• Change the font size to a smaller font.
(See page 34.)
• Delete some text.
(See page 33.)
A blank line is considered another line
of text. DO NOT press ENTER at the
end of a line if you DO NOT want
another line. (See page 32.)
• Select a different label type (e.g.,
banner landscape). (See page 50.)
• Change orientation (vertical or
horizontal). (See page 51.)
• Check the label type. Sometimes
wiremarker or fixed length is
accidentally selected rather than
banner.
• Check that an additional line of text
was not inadvertently added.
No action required.
Text not centered on label.Possible blank spaces added to
text.
A large section of blank label
prints after text.
Cannot change location of the
human readable text in a
barcode.
Cannot add checksum character
in barcode.
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Possible blank lines added after
text.
The human readable text is
automatically added below the
label. This position is fixed and
cannot be changed.
The printer does not allow
checksum characters to be used.
Press Clear , then reenter text.
Press Clear , then reenter text.
No action required.
No action required.
ProblemCauseCorrective Action
Menu does not display all label
types.
Cannot change to a different
language.
Datamatrix and/or QR code can’t
be entered.
Unable to exit screen or feature.Pressing the CLEAR key only
The M210/M210-LAB only
displays the label types that will
work with the installed label
material (cartridge). Fewer label
types are supported when using
pre-sized cartridges.
Pressed a wrong key while in
language setup.
Label type is set to Banner
Portrait.
erases data on the screen.
Insert the proper label material
(cartridge) for the labels you want to
produce.
Examples:
• If using Nylon, Vinyl or Polyester
continuous labels, all labels types will
be shown.
• If using Self-Lam labels the only label
types displayed are Banner
Landscape, Fixed Length and Wire.
• If using Permasleeve labels, the only
label types that will be shown are
Banner Landscape and Fixed Length.
• Only .75-inch media will work with 2D
barcodes.
Reset the language. See page 22 for
information on setting a specific
language.
Set label type to Banner Landscape.
Press the CLEAR key twice to exit
from a feature or screen.
Text on pre-sized labels is not
positioned correctly.
Sensor is blocked by debris.Remove the cartridge and blow debris
off of the sensor using a can of
compressed air or a lint-free swab.
See page 75.
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Cleaning the Printer
Cleaning the printer will improve print quality and legibility. It also increases output, machine life,
printer reliability and performance.
Display Screen
1. Lightly moisten a soft (non-scratching) cloth with isopropyl alcohol.
2. Gently wipe the display screen until clean.
Internal Components
Internal components that require cleaning are the print head, platen roller and sensor.
1. Turn the printer off.
2. Open the printer cover and remove any cartridge currently in the printer.
Note: Make sure the locking lever is in the UNLOCK position. If not, you will not be able to access
the print head.
3. Blow debris off of the sensor using a can of compressed air or a lint-free swab.
4. Using a lint-free swab moistened with isopropyl alcohol (or a swab from the Brady PCK-6
Cleaning Kit), gently swab the print head.
5. With the same moistened swab, gently brush the platen roller.
Print Head
Platen Roller
Sensor
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ASymbols
Symbols for all enabled applications are available for use on any label, regardless of the
application/label type in use. See page 36 for information on how to apply symbols to your labels.
Assorted
Warning
Home Electrical
Electrical (M210 and Russian only)
(M210 and Russian only)
Arrows
DataComm
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(M210 and Russian only)
Miscellaneous
?¿¡;<>
[]^{}|
Miscellaneous
-+=!@#$%&
*
():
~
(Russian only)
2
£€
,.
"/\
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Greek
Note: Available Greek symbols will depend on version of printer.
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Lab
If a symbol cannot print in 6 pt font the “Cannot Fit” error message will display. Change font size to 9 pt. Some
symbols will display as in the editor.
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BSupported ASCII Characters
Barcodes
When creating barcodes reference the tables below for supported characters.
Code 39
ABCDEFGHIJKLM
NOPQRSTUVWXYZ
0123456789 (space)
-.$/%+
Code 128
ABCDEFGHIJKLM
NOPQRSTUVWXYZ
abcdefghijklm
nopqrstuvwxyz
0123456789 (space)
!"#$%&'()*+,-
./:;<=>?@[\]^
_{|}`~
Datamatrix and QR Codes
ABCDEFGHIJKLM
NOPQRSTUVWXYZ
abcdefghijklm
nopqrstuvwxyz
0123456789 (space)
!"#$%&'()*+,-
./:;<=>?@[\]^
_{|}
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CRegulatory Compliance
Agency Compliance and Approvals
United States
Note
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 receiver is
connected.
•Consult BRADY Technical Support for help.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
THIS CLASS B 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
Innovation, Science and Economic Development (ISED)
Canada ICES-003:
CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)
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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.
RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU, 2015/863/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.
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.
Batteries Directive 2006/66/EC amended by Battery Directive 2013/56/EU
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
amended by Battery Directive 2013/56/EU. 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 battery 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.
2. Dispose of in accordance with local regulations.
To remove the lithium coin cell battery:
3. Disassemble printer and locate the lithium coin cell battery located on the main circuit
board.
4. Remove the battery from the board and dispose of in accordance with local
regulations.
Turkey
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
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Mexico
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)
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