Brady TLS 2200 User Manual

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Trademarks

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FCC Notice—U.S. Only

WARNING: This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy. If not installed and used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, it may cause interference to radio communications. It has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing device pursuant to Subpart J of Part 15 of the FCC rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against interference when operating in a commercial environment. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interference, in which case corrective measures will be at the owner’s expense.

The user is cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved by Brady Worldwide, Inc. could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

Europe

This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

Canada

This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.

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Brady Warranty

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

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License Agreement

Brady USA, Inc. (hereafter "BRADY") hereby grants you a non-exclusive, nontransferable license to use the software and accompanying documentation according to the following terms:

1. LICENSE RESTRICTIONS: You may not: 1) transmit the software over a network

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3. LIMITED WARRANTY: BRADY warrants that, for a period of one hundred and

eighty (180) days from the date of delivery to you as evidenced by a copy of your receipt, the software, as furnished, under normal use, will perform without significant errors that make it unusable. BRADY's entire liability and your exclusive remedy under this warranty (which is subject to you returning the software to BRADY) will be, at the option of BRADY, to attempt to correct or help you around errors, to replace the software with functionally equivalent software or diskettes, or to refund the license fee of the software and terminate this agreement.

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Some states do not allow the exclusion of implied warranties so the above exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

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Some states do not allow the limitation or exclusion of liability for incidental, or consequential damages, so the above limitation may not apply to you.

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This Agreement shall be governed by, and interpreted under, the laws of the state of Wisconsin. This Agreement is the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes any other communications or advertising with respect to the software and accompanying documentation. If any provision of the Agreement is held invalid, the remainder of this Agreement shall continue in full force and effect.

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Technical Support

Choose one of the following options to contact TLS2200TM system support provided by Brady Worldwide, Inc.:

1. To speak with a Technical Support Representative, call (800) 643-8766; Monday -

Friday 7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. (CST).

2. FAX your inquiry to (414) 358-6767.

3. Contact Brady’s Technical Support Team on-line at: tech_support@bradycorp.com.

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Table of Contents

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

Unpacking Your TLS2200TM Thermal Labeling System.........................................................1

Saving Your Packaging.............................................................................................................1

TLS2200TM Thermal Labeling System Specifications.............................................................2

Physical and Environmental Characteristics............................................................................2

Certification.............................................................................................................................2

Knowing Your Software Version Number...............................................................................3

Quick Start Guide........................................................................................................................4

Summary of Steps....................................................................................................................4

Working with Screens and Menus.............................................................................................13

The Text Editor Screen..........................................................................................................13

The Setup Menu....................................................................................................................13

Setup Menu Options.............................................................................................................14

Setup Menu Tree...................................................................................................................20

Creating Legends........................................................................................................................21

Using the <Enter> Key When Composing a Legend.............................................................21

Default Font Size...................................................................................................................21

Changing the Font Size..........................................................................................................22

TLS2200TM Printer Fonts......................................................................................................22

Clearing the Legend................................................................................................................24

Saving and Recalling a Legend................................................................................................24

Function Keys.......................................................................................................................25

Printing Your Labels ..................................................................................................................26

Adjusting Burn Temperature.................................................................................................26

Setting Peel Time...................................................................................................................26

Printing Larger Labels ............................................................................................................26

Reloading Marker Rolls and Ribbons....................................................................................27

Advanced Features.....................................................................................................................28

Serialized Labels.....................................................................................................................28

Legend Lists...........................................................................................................................30

Continuous Printing—Terminal Block Labels.......................................................................37

Continuous Printing—Banners..............................................................................................38

Default Font Size...................................................................................................................39

Fixed Length Banners.............................................................................................................39

Barcode Labels.......................................................................................................................39

Tutorial Guide............................................................................................................................42

T1: Creating a One-Line Legend, Component Marker..........................................................42

T2: Creating a Component Label Utilizing Multiple Font Sizes...........................................43

T3: Creating a Wiremarker.....................................................................................................44

T4: Creating Serialized Wiremarkers......................................................................................45

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T5: Creating a Label with Rotated Text, Printing Multiple Copies ......................................46

T6: Creating a Barcode Label.................................................................................................48

T7: Creating a Serialized Barcode Label.................................................................................50

T8: Creating a Terminal Block Label.....................................................................................52

T9: Creating a Patch Panel Label...........................................................................................54

T10: Creating a Continuous Label.........................................................................................56

T11: Creating a Banner Label of Fixed Length.......................................................................57

T12: Creating a Legend List, Component Markers...............................................................58

T13: Creating a Legend List Utilizing Multiple Font Sizes and Rotations...........................60

T14: Creating a Legend List, Wiremarkers, Printing Multiple Copies ..................................62

T15: Creating and Recalling a Legend List, Barcode Labels...................................................64

T16: Creating a Legend List, Recalling and Editing a Legend.................................................66

T17: Creating a Legend List, Banner Legends........................................................................68

Maintenance...............................................................................................................................70

Cleaning the Drive Roller and Cutter.....................................................................................70

Cleaning the Print Head.........................................................................................................70

Accessory Parts List..............................................................................................................70

Appendix 1: Troubleshooting and Error Message Guide..........................................................71

Troubleshooting Guide..........................................................................................................71

Error Messages ......................................................................................................................73

Appendix 2: Glossary of Terms................................................................................................78

Appendix 3: Using the TLS2200 Program Installer................................................................79

System Requirements............................................................................................................79

Installing the TLS2200 Program Installer from the Internet ...............................................79

Installing the TLS2200 Program Installer from Disk..........................................................80

Connecting the TLS2200TM Printer to a PC..........................................................................82

Running the TLS2200TM Program Installer............................................................................83

Future Installations................................................................................................................83

Appendix 4: Direct Printing from LabelMark/Win....................................................................85

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Introduction

Small in size, big in performance! Since the invention of thermal transfer technology, the idea has remained unchanged—bigger has always been better. Until now. Brady introduces the TLS2200™ Thermal Labeling System. This hand-held thermal transfer printer is the new leader in the Brady line of quality performance printers. Weighing in at just 1.32 kg (2.75 lbs.), it is the only thermal-transfer barcode/label printer that you can hold in just one hand.

Never before has there been a printer quite like the TLS2200 printer. It is so easy—simply choose the type of labels you want to print and load them in. The TLS2200 printer takes care of the rest. Thanks to its innovative smart-cell technology, the TLS2200 printer recognizes the label you are using and automatically adjusts itself, saving you a significant amount of setup time. As you will see, the TLS2200 printer is the first hand-held thermal transfer printer that is not only portable, quick, and easy to use, but uniquely intelligent as well. We are sure you will find it to be an extremely versatile and durable tool, useful for a great number of label-making needs.

Unpacking Your TLS2200TM Thermal Labeling Syste m

Before you begin setting up the printer, verify you have received the following items in your packaging:

q TLS2200 Thermal Labeling System q Hard Side Carrying Case q Battery Pack q Battery Charger q Warranty Card q Cleaning Card q Font Size/Ribbon Cross Reference Guide Card q Quick Start Reference Card q Communications Cable q User’s Manual q R6210 Ribbon q Sample Label Roll (PTL-19-423)

Saving Your Packaging

The packaging surrounding your TLS2200 printer should be saved in the event of any future shipments of the printer and accessories.

WARNING: Never ship the TLS2200 printer without first removing the

rechargeable battery pack from the printer and disengaging the print head.

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battery pack)

If shipping both the printer and battery pack, remove the battery pack from the printer and place the items in the original shipping material before transporting.

TLS2200TM Thermal Labeling System Specifications

The TLS2200 printer has the following specifications:

• Weight 1.32 kg (2.75 lbs.)

• Thermal Transfer Print Mechanism 8 dots/mm (203 dpi)

• Optical Registration System for Precise Print Registration

• Elastomeric Keypad

• 2-Line by 16-Character Liquid Crystal Display

• Custom True Type Font (Arial)

• Labels up to 50.8 mm (2”) Wide

• Print Width – 46 mm (1.81”)

• Print Length – Over 1424 mm (56”)

• Adjustable for six Different Liner Widths

• Prints 500 Labels Between Battery Charges

• Six Month Warranty

Physical and Environmental Characteristics

The TLS2200 printer has the following physical and environmental characteristics:

PHYSICAL Metric Units U.S. Units Dimensions 305 x 95 x 114 mm. 12 x 3.75 x 4.5 in.

Weight (with

ENVIRONMENTAL Operation Storage Temperature* 4Ε to 40ΕC (40Ε to 105ΕF) -18Ε to 60ΕC (0Ε to 140ΕF) Relative Humidity 20% to 95% (non-condensing) 10% to 80% (non-condensing)

*Exposing the TLS2200 printer to direct sunlight is not recommended.

1.32 kg 2.75 lb.

Certification

The TLS2200 printer has the following certifications:

• FCC Class A Approved

• UL/CUL-listed Battery Charger

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Knowing Your Software Version Number

The software in your TLS2200TM printer can be updated through the use of the TLS2200 Program Installer. To determine the version number of the software currently loaded in your TLS2200 printer, watch the LCD screen as you turn the unit on. You will see one of the following welcome screens:

*** TLS2200 ***

Please Wait

TLS2200 V2.0

Please Wait

TLS2200 V3.0

Please Wait

Note: For more information about updating your TLS2200 software, refer to Appendix 3: Using the TLS2200 Program Installer.

This is the welcome screen for a TLS2200 printer with version 1.0 software.

This is the welcome screen for a TLS2200 printer with version 2.0 software.

This is the welcome screen for a TLS2200 printer with version 3.0 software.

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Quick Start Guide

This section guides you through the process of creating a label. Read the rest of this manual for detailed information on each of these steps, as well as other functions not listed here.

Note: It is suggested that you read Appendix 2: Glossary of Terms before you read this guide. This appendix acquaints you with the terms found in this manual that

are used within the specific context of the TLS2200TM printer.

Summary of Steps

Following is a summary of the steps needed to create a label. A complete description of each step follows later in this section.

Step Purpose of Step Page

1 To charge the battery 4 2 To install the battery. 5 3 To turn the power on. 5 4 To select the marker and ribbon. 6 5 To install the ribbon cartridge. 7 6 To remove the marker roll. 8 7 To install the marker roll. 8 8 To type text. 8 9 To edit text. 10

10 To print the label. 12

Step 1. Charge the Battery

Battery Charger Jack.

Note: The battery pack is shipped in an uncharged condition. Charge the battery for a

minimum of five hours before operating the printer solely on battery power.

You can charge the battery pack while the battery power switch is turned on or off. The

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Battery Power Switch.

(I)=On

battery pack charges as long as the charger is plugged in. Brady recommends that once the

Battery Release

battery pack is fully charged, you should unplug the charger and operate the printer solely on battery power.

If the battery pack is completely discharged, connecting the charger does not provide enough power to run the printer. Recharge the battery pack before continued use.

WARNING : Disposal of the Battery Pack

The NiCad battery pack contains cadmium, a toxic element. The battery pack is considered hazardous toxic waste and must not be thrown away in the home or office garbage. Once the useful life of the battery is ended (one to three years), contact your local authorities for information regarding its proper disposal or recycling options.

Step 2. Install the Battery

1. Turn the battery power switch to the off

(O) position.

2. Slide the battery release lever to the unlock position. (slide to left)

3. Drop the battery in as shown and slide forward.

4. Slide the battery release lever to the lock position. (slide to right)

Step 3. Turn the Power On

Turn battery power switch to the on (I) position.

Battery Power Switch

(I)=On

(O)=Off

Battery

Lever

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Step 4. Select Your Marker and Ribbon

Use the following chart to select the appropriate marker and ribbon for your task:

RIBBON SERIES

B #’s Material

B-109 Tag B-321 Polyolefin B-342 Polyolefin B-351 Vinyl

B-400 Vinyl Cloth B-412 Polypropylene

B-422 Polyester B-423 Polyester B-424 Paper

B-426 Polyimide B-427 Vinyl B-428 Polyester B-430 Polyester

B-435 Polyester B-437 Tedlar®

B-439 Vinyl B-457 Polyimide

B-459 Polyester B-473 Polyester

B-477 Polyimide B-483 Polyester B-499 Nylon Cloth B-642 Tedlar®

Tedlar® is a registered trademark of Dupont

Key:

Code Description

UL This material is UL recognized with its respective ribbon.

CSA This material is CSA approved with its respective ribbon.

Recommended ribbon for use with respective material. Acceptable ribbon for use with respective material.

R4310 R4410

(Colors)

l l l lUL/CSA

l UL/CSA l

l UL/CSA l UL/CSA l UL/CSA l UL/CSA

l l UL l UL

l UL/CSA l UL/CSA l UL/CSA l UL/CSA

l UL l UL lUL/CSA lUL/CSA

R6010 *R6210

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UL/CSA This material is UL & CSA approved with its respective ribbon.

* R6210 ribbon included with printer.

Step 5. Install the Ribbon Cartridge

1. Remove cartridge from the bag. Avoid touching or creasing the ribbon.

2. Remove any ribbon slack by rotating take-up spool end counter-clockwise.

3. Slide ribbon cartridge firmly into printer. (Locking lever must be in unlock position – see below.)

4. Push the locking lever towards the back of the printer to close the print head and lock the ribbon cartridge in place.

Ribbon Cartridge

Locking Lever

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Step 6. Remove a Marker Roll

Cutter Lever

1. Cut off printed labels with the cutter lever.

2. Open the roll door.

3. Slide the locking lever to the unlock position.

4. Back the markers out of the material guide slots.

5. Pull the marker roll out of its cradle.

Material Guide Slots

Guide Plate Lever

Step 7. Install a Marker Roll

1. Slide the locking lever to the lock position.

2. Turn the power switch on.

3. Open the roll door.

4. Pressing the guide plate lever down, slide and snap it into a notch that matches your marker roll width.

5. Making sure labels unwind from the top, snap the marker roll firmly into cradle.

6. Press <Enter> to clear the “ERROR No Label Present” message.

7. Feed leading edge of marker roll through the guide slots.

8. Press <Feed>. (Continue to manually push marker roll edge until it catches.)

9. Close the roll door.

Step 8. Type Text

Use the following guidelines when typing text:

Text Type Guidelines

Alphabetic

letters

Numbers Type numbers (0-9) by pressing the desired keys.

Secondary

characters

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Type lower-case letters (a-z) by pressing the appropriate keys. Press the <Space> key to add a space between words. Type an upper-case letter by holding down the <Shift> key while typing the letter. To type many upper-case letters in a row, turn the caps lock feature on by pressing the <Func> + <Cap Lock> keys.

A yellow secondary character appears on the upper-right of each text key. Type one by first pressing the <Func> key, then press the desired secondary character key.

For all key combinations you must press the first key first.

Then, while still holding it down, press the second key.

screen scrolls to allow the entry of

Accented

Characters

The LCD displays two lines of text with 16 characters on each line. The first line always displays the status bar, which includes font and character positioning information (see below).

Label Format

(Component, Wire)

To place an accent mark over a vowel, type the mark first followed by the letter itself. (Note: The tilde (~) is to be used with the letters A,a or N,n only.)

Legend Type

(Text, Barcode)

= 01 < = 14 = < CT < = 01<

Line No.

As you type characters, they appear on the liquid crystal display (LCD) at the cursor’s position. Depending on the installed marker size and font size selected, you can have up to 23 lines on a single label and 50 characters on a single line. The cursor marks your current typing or editing position.

Font Size

(1-19)

Horizontal Character Position

If you are entering more than 16 characters on a line, you can not see the entire label until it is printed. The arrow keys allow you to move the cursor around the LCD. As the cursor moves beyond the 16th character, the screen scrolls to display the remaining text for the label line:

=01<=01=<CT<=16 <

TLS2200 THERMAL_

The status bar indicates the cursor is located at the 16th character position.

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=01<=01=<CT<=31 < LABELING

SYSTEM

As you continue to enter text, the

the remaining text (underlined M at cursor position 31).

Step 9. Edit Text

Changing Font Sizes

At any time during the text entry or editing process, you can change the font size for the label line displayed on the text editor screen. This can be done on a line-by-line basis only. To change the font size for a given line, simply press <Shift> + <> > or <Shift> + <?> respectively to increase or decrease the font size.

Cursor and Editing Keys

Use the following keys to edit your legend:

For key combinations (for example, Shift + =) you must press the first key first. Then, while still holding it down, press the second key.

Keys Description

Enter

> ?

Shift + < Shift + = Delete

Shift + Delete

Legend Clear Shift + Legend

Clear Shift + Form

Clear

• Activates a screen selection.

• When composing a legend, inserts a non-visible end-of-line

character and moves the cursor down to the next line.

• Clears system messages from display. Moves the cursor one character to the right. If at the rightmost position on the display, the display is scrolled one character to the left and the cursor remains at the rightmost position. Moves the cursor one character to the left. If at the leftmost position on the display, the display is scrolled one character to the right and the cursor remains at the leftmost position. Displays the previous line of text (if any).

Displays the next line of text (if any). Skips to the beginning of the next word. Skips to the beginning of the previous word.

• While in text editor, deletes the character at the cursor position.

• Backs out one level in the Setup Menu tree.

• Terminates the printing of markers.

Backspaces as it deletes characters. If cursor is at the first character position on a line, the carriage return is deleted and any text on the line is appended to the text on the previous line. Clears all characters on the current legend line.

Clears all characters on the legend.

Deletes all characters and lines on the legend, and resets the font size to the default value.

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Keys Description

Cap Lock

Toggles between uppercase and lowercase characters. Note: Current Cap Lock status is retained when unit is turned off.

Space Bar

Moves the cursor one position to the right. Inserts a space at the current cursor position.

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Step 10. Print Labels

To print:

• the contents of your legend, simply press the <Print> key.

• multiple copies of your legend, press <Func> + <Multi Print>. The screen prompts

for the “No. of Copies?”. Enter a number from 1-250 and press <Enter>.

Note: Press the <Feed> key if you want to feed one marker without printing.

When a label has printed out use the built-in cutter to remove it. Use the external lever to cut between labels.

WARNING: Never use the cutter with BradySleeve label rolls! The printer always

advances the last printed sleeve to the appropriate position to allow tear-off at the

perforation.

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Working with Screens and Menus

The Text Editor Screen

Each time the printer is turned on, an initialization routine is performed, then the Text Editor screen appears. This screen is the home base of any processing you perform with the TLS2200TM printer. To change any of the parameters previously defined, you must access the software features of the printer by calling up the Setup Menu from the Text Editor screen. For more information on setting the Setup Menu options, refer to the section

titled The Setup Menu on page 13.

WARNING: To ensure that text is not deleted, always set the rotation value

before entering your legend.

After setting the label parameters, you can begin entering the text of your legend.

As previously mentioned, the LCD displays a maximum of one line of text and 16 characters on the screen at any one time. If a line consists of more than 16 characters, the LCD automatically shifts to the right to allow you to enter and view additional characters. Characters can be entered on the text editor screen in insert mode only.

The Setup Menu

The Setup Menu allows you to set and adjust label formatting or printing defaults, and specify the language in which your prompts and menus should appear. You can access any of the Setup Menu functions by following the steps below:

1. Press the <Func> + <Setup> keys to access the Setup menu.

The Setup Menu appears on the LCD.

2. Use the <>> and <?> keys to move through the menu choices. The cursor indicates

the currently selected option.

Note: A downward pointing arrow on the right side of the LCD indicates there are more selections available below the currently highlighted choice.

An upward pointing arrow indicates there are more selections available above the currently highlighted choice. Up and down arrows appearing simultaneously indicate there are more selections available both above and below the currently highlighted choice.

3. Press the <Enter> key to access the sub-menu choices.

4. Use the <>> and <?> keys to move through the sub-menu choices. The cursor

indicates the currently selected option. Press <Enter> to select a sub-menu.

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5. Use the <>> and <?> keys to select the desired menu setting, then press <Enter> to

save your change. To exit without saving the change press either the <Exit> key (sends you back to the text editor screen) or the <Delete> key (backs you out one level in the menu tree).

Setup Menu Options

The Setup Menu contains seven sub-menu options for formatting and printing your labels and setting your language preference for the menus and prompts. Many of these options provide you with ways to customize the formatting of your labels. Refer to the Setup Menu

Tree section on page 20.

Printer

The Printer Menu contains the following user options:

Option Description

Top Margin Adj. Adjusts first vertical print position from top of label. Values range

from -0.625 mm (-0.0246 in) to +1.375 mm (0.05412 in).

Left Margin Adj. Adjusts first horizontal print position from left edge of label. Values

range from -0.625 mm (-0.0246 in) to +1.375 mm (0.05412 in).

Cut Feed Adj. Adjusts vertical cut position between labels. Values range from -1

mm (-0.03936 in) to +1 mm (0.03936 in). The < > > and < ? > keys increase/decrease value by 0.125 mm increments (1 dot).

Peel Time Determines how long (in seconds) a label remains in peel position

before moving back to cut position. Ranges from 2 to 9 seconds. Default = 5 sec.

Note: Peel time option is not supported for BradySleeve and PermaSleeve marker parts.

Burn Temp Determines the print density on the label. Setting ranges from -5

(lightest) to + 5 (darkest). Default = 0

Clean Printer Performs printer cleaning routine. Use this option with the cleaning

card shipped with the unit.

Barcode

The Barcode Menu contains the following user options:

Option Description

Bar Height Sets the height of the Code 39 barcode. Setting ranges from 1 mm

(0.03937 in) to 26 mm (1.02362 in). Default = 1 mm. Narrow bar width = 2 dots (.25 mm). Barcode Ratio = 2 to 1

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Option Description

Human Readable

Determines whether the barcode is printed along with human readable text. Toggles between on and off. Font size ranges from 2 (5 point) to 9 (14 point). Default = off.

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Continuous

The Continuous Menu contains the following user options:

Option Description

Terminal Block

Adjusts the terminal block repeat value. Setting ranges from 5 mm (0.19685 in) to 46 mm (1.81102 in). <>> and <?> keys increase/decrease value by 0.125 mm increments (1 dot). <Shift> + <>> and <Shift> + <?> increase/ decrease value by 1mm increments (8 dots).

Banner Sets the orientation of the legend text on the banner. Toggles between

vertical and horizontal.

Fixed Length Adjusts the maximum length of the banner. Setting ranges from 32 mm

(1.02362 in) to 305 mm (12.28346 in). <>> and <?> keys increase/decrease value by 13 mm (.51 in) increments. <Shift> + <>> and <Shift> + <?> increase/ decrease value by 26 mm (1.02 in) increments.

Style

The Style Menu contains the following user options:

Option Description

Rotation Sets the rotation in one of four orientations. 0Ε, 90Ε, 180Ε, and 270Ε.

Default orientation is dependent on the marker roll loaded in the unit.

Always select the rotation value before entering the text for your label. A change to the rotation value causes the following to occur:

• All characters and lines on a legend are deleted.

• The cursor moves to the first character position on line one.

• The font is set to the default size for the marker.

Note: Rotation option is not supported for BradySleeve, PermaSleeve, and pre-printed marker parts (defaults to 0Ε).

H Justify Sets the horizontal justification of the legend. Options are: Left, Center, and

Right. The marker roll loaded in the unit determines the default setting.

V Justify Sets the vertical justification of the legend. Options are: Top, Center, and

Bottom. The marker roll loaded in the unit determines the default setting.

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Option Description

Format Sets the label format. Options are: Component or Wire. Default =

component.

• The component label format is designed to print all of the lines of a

legend one time before advancing to the next marker.

• The wire format is designed to automatically repeat the text of a legend

down the length of a marker as many times as possible, considering the number of lines available in the marker.

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Serial

The Serial Menu contains the following user options:

Option Description

Standard Defaults serial number scheme to decimal (0-9) or alpha (A-Z, a-z) based on

character type entered.

Octal Defaults serial number scheme to octal (Base 8). 0-7 numeric serialization.

Language

The Language Menu contains the following user options:

Option Description

English All menu options appear in English. Português All menu options appear in Portuguese. Deutsch All menu options appear in German. Español All menu options appear in Spanish. Italiano All menu options appear in Italian. Français All menu options appear in French. Nederlands All menu options appear in Dutch.

Units

The Units Menu allows you to set the unit of measure for the following Setup Menu options (Top Margin Adj., Left Margin Adj., Cut Feed Adj., Bar Height, Terminal Block, and Fixed Length):

Option Description

Inches Sets the units of measure to inches. Metric Sets the units of measure to millimeters.

Peripheral Mode

Peripheral Mode is a new option accessible one of two different ways. It is available on the TLS2200 Setup Menu, or you can use the <Func>+<Exit> key combination from the text entry screen. This option allows you to use the TLS2200 printer along with Brady’s LabelMark /WINV1.2 or greater software to print labels that are created and stored on your PC.

Once the TLS2200 is in Peripheral Mode, pressing any key will return it to its normal operating mode

Note: Refer to page 85 for more information about using LabelMark /WIN.

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Setup Menu Tree

Continuous

Adj

Setup Menu

Printer Barcode

Bar

Height

Range = 1-26 mm

Font

Human

Readable

Off

Style Units

Serial

Rotation

0 Degrees 90 Degrees 180 Degrees 270 Degrees

Standard Octal

Language

H Justify

Left Center Right

English Portugues Deutsch Espanol Italiano Francais Nederlands

Inches

Metric

V Justify

Top Center Bottom

Number

Range = 2-9

Top Margin

Range= -0.625 - +1.375mm

Left Margin

Range= -0.625 - +1.375mm

Terminal

Block

Range = 5-46 mm

Cut Feed Adj

Range= -1 - +1mm

Peel Time

Banner

Horizontal Vertical

Burn Temp

Range= -5 - +5

Range= 2 - 9 secs

Fixed

Length

Range = 32-305 mm

Clean

Printer

To use the menu:

• Press the <>> and <?> keys to move through the menu choices and to

increase/decrease values within the range.

• Press the <Shift> + <>> and <Shift> + <?> keys to increase/decrease values within

the range by larger steps.

• Press <Enter> to select and save menu option choices.

• Press <Exit/Delete> to exit a menu without saving changes.

Peripheral

Mode

On Off

Format

Component Wire

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