Brother QL-650TD User Manual [en, es]

QL-650TD

User's Guide

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Introduction

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Before using

STEP

Creating and

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the printer

printing a label

Be sure to read this guide before using the machine. We recommend that you keep this guide nearby for future reference.

Asegúrese de leer este manual antes de usar la impresora. Le recomendamos conservar este manual a mano para referencia en el futuro.

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Introduction

Congratulations on purchasing the Brother QL-650TD. Your new Brother QL-650TD is a label printer that enables you to print labels with the date or time entered directly into the printer, or by downloading templates created on your personal computer using the label editing software provided.

To take full advantage of our service and support we recommend that you take this opportunity to register with us by visiting us at:

Online User Registration

http://www.registermybrother.com/

Online Support Page

http://solutions.brother.com/

NOTE: It is also possible to access the above sites from the online user registration

window on the CD-ROM installer disk which is included with the printer. We look forward to your registration.

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Declaration of Conformity (For USA Only)

Responsible Party: Brother International Corporation

100 Somerset Corporate Boulevard Bridgewater, NJ 08807-0911 USA TEL: (908) 704-1700

Product Name: Label Printer QL-650TD Model Number: QL-650TD

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

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, uses and can 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 the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Important

• The enclosed interface cable should be used in order to ensure compliance with the limits for a

Class B digital device.

• A shielded interface cable should be used in order to ensure compliance with the limits for a Class

B digital device.

• Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Brother Industries, Ltd. could void the user's

authority to operate the equipment.

Brother® One-Year Limited Warranty and Replacement Service

(USA Only)

Who is covered:

• This limited warranty ("warranty") is given only to the original end-use/retail purchaser

(referred to in this warranty as "Original Purchaser") of the accompanying product, consumables and accessories (collectively referred to in this warranty as "the machine").

• If you purchased a product from someone other than an authorized Brother reseller in

the United States or if the product was used (including but not limited to floor models or refurbished product), prior to your purchase you are not the Original Purchaser and the product that you purchased is not covered by this warranty.

What is covered:

• The machine includes a Machine and Consumable and Accessory Items. Consumable

and Accessory Items include but are not limited to label cassettes, cutters, stamps, power adapters, cases and batteries.

• Except as otherwise provided herein, Brother warrants that the Machine and the

accompanying Consumable and Accessory Items will be free from defects in materials and workmanship, when used under normal conditions.

• This warranty applies only to products purchased and used in the United States. For

products purchased in, but used outside, the United States, this warranty covers only warranty service within the United States (and does not include shipping outside the United States).

What is the length of the Warranty Periods:

• Machines: one year from the original purchase date.

• Accompanying Consumable and Accessory Items: 90 days from the original purchase

date or the rated life of consumable, whichever comes first.

What is NOT covered:

This warranty does not cover: (1) Physical damage to the machine; (2) Damage caused by improper installation, improper or abnormal use, misuse, neglect or

accident (including but not limited to transporting the machine without the proper preparation and/or packaging);

(3) Damage caused by another device or software used with the machine (including but not

limited to damage resulting from use of non Brother

Accessory Items); (4) Consumable and Accessory Items that expired in accordance with a rated life; and, (5) Problems arising from other than defects in materials or workmanship. This limited warranty is VOID if the machine has been altered or modified in any way (including but not limited to attempted warranty repair without authorization from Brother and/or alteration/removal of the serial number).

What to do if you think your Product is eligible for warranty service:

Report your issue to our P-touch Customer Service Hotline at 1-877-BROTHER (1-877276-8437) or to a Brother Authorized Service Center within the applicable warranty period. Supply Brother or the Brother Authorized Service Center with a copy of your dated bill of sale showing that the machine was purchased within the U.S. For the name of local Brother Authorized Service Center(s), call 1-877-BROTHER (1-877-276-8437) or visit www.brother-usa.com.

What Brother will ask you to do:

After contacting Brother or a Brother Authorized Service Center, you may be required to deliver (by hand if you prefer) or send the Product properly packaged, freight prepaid, to the Authorized Service Center together with a photocopy of your bill of sale.

You are responsible for the cost of shipping, packing product, and insurance (if you desire). You are also responsible for loss or damage to the machine in shipping.

-brand parts and Consumable and

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What Brother will do:

If the problem reported concerning your Machine and/or accompanying Consumable and Accessory Items is covered by this warranty and if you first reported the problem to Brother or an Authorized Service Center within the applicable warranty period, Brother or its Authorized Service Center will repair or replace the Machine and/or accompanying Consumable and Accessory Items at no charge to you for parts or labor. The decision as to whether to repair or replace the Machine and/or accompanying Consumable and Accessory Items is made by Brother in its sole discretion. Brother reserves the right to supply a refurbished or remanufactured replacement Machine and/or accompanying Consumable and Accessory Items and use refurbished parts provided such replacement products conform to the manufacturer's specifications for new product/parts. The repaired or replacement Machine and/or accompanying Consumable and Accessory Items will be returned to you freight prepaid or made available for you to pick up at a conveniently located Authorized Service Center. If the Machine and/or accompanying Consumable and Accessory Items are not covered by this warranty (either stage), you will be charged for shipping the Machine and/or accompanying Consumable and Accessory Items back to you and charged for any service and/or replacement parts/products at Brother's then current published rates.

The foregoing are your sole (i.e., only) and exclusive remedies under this warranty.

What happens when Brother elects to replace your Machine:

When a replacement Machine is authorized by Brother, and you have delivered the Machine to an Authorized Service Center, the Authorized Service Center will provide you with a replacement Machine after receiving one from Brother. If you are dealing directly with Brother, Brother will send to you a replacement Machine with the understanding that you will, after receipt of the replacement Machine, supply the required proof of purchase information, together with the Machine that Brother agreed to replace. You are then expected to pack the Machine that Brother agreed to replace in the package from the replacement Machine and return it to Brother using the pre-paid freight bill supplied by Brother in accordance with the instructions provided by Brother. Since you will be in possession of two machines, Brother will require that you provide a valid major credit card number. Brother will issue a hold against the credit card account number that you provide until Brother receives your original Product and determines that your original Product is entitled to warranty coverage. Your credit card will be charged up to the cost of a new Product only if: (i) you do not return your original Product to Brother within five (5) business days; (ii) the problems with your original Product are not covered by the limited warranty; (iii) the proper packaging instructions are not followed and has caused damage to the product; or (iv) the warranty period on your original Product has expired or has not been sufficiently validated with a copy of the proof of purchase (bill of sale). The replacement Machine you receive (even if refurbished or remanufactured) will be covered by the balance of the limited warranty period remaining on the original Product, plus an additional thirty (30) days. You will keep the replacement Machine that is sent to you and your original Machine shall become the property of Brother. Retain your original Accessory

Items and a copy of the return freight bill, signed by the courier.

Limitations:

Brother is not responsible for damage to or loss of any equipment, media, programs or data related to the use of the machine. Except for that repair or replacement as described above, Brother shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental or consequential damages or specific relief. Because some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of consequential or incidental damages, the above limitation may not apply to you. THIS WARRANTY IS GIVEN IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, WRITTEN OR ORAL, WHETHER EXPRESSED BY AFFIRMATION, PROMISE, DESCRIPTION, DRAWING, MODEL OR SAMPLE. ANY AND ALL WARRANTIES OTHER THAN THIS ONE, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED.

• This Limited Warranty is the only warranty that Brother is giving for the machine. It is the

final expression and the exclusive and only statement of Brother's obligations to you. It replaces all other agreements and understandings that you may have with Brother or its representatives.

• This warranty gives you certain rights and you may also have other rights that may vary

from state to state.

• This Limited Warranty (and Brother's obligation to you) may not be changed in any way

unless you and Brother sign the same piece of paper in which we (1) refer to the machine and your bill of sale date, (2) describe the change to this warranty and (3) agree to make that change.

Important:

We recommend that you keep all original packing materials, in the event that you ship the machine.

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Important Information

Should you have questions, or need information about your Brother Product, we have a variety of support options for you to choose from:

USA-Customer Service: Customer Service 1-877-BROTHER (877-276-8437)

Customer Service 1-901-379-1210 (fax)

Website www.brother-usa.com

Supplies / Accessories www.brothermall.com or 877-552-6255

BROTHER INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION 100 SOMERSET CORPORATE BLVD. BRIDGEWATER, NEW JERSEY 08807-0911

Record your model and serial number and your date and location of Purchase below for your records. Keep this information with your proof of purchase (bill of sale) in case your Product requires service.

Model # __________________________________________

Serial # __________________________________________

Date of purchase: __________________________________

Store where purchased: _____________________________

Location of store: __________________________________

Important: We recommend that you keep all original packing materials, in the event that you need to ship the machine.

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The following manuals are provided to help you use the printer correctly and to utilize its

Manuals

Symbols Used in this Manual

features. Be sure to read this manual before using the printer.

User’s Guide (This manual)

Read this manual first. It gives information which should be read before using the printer, such as cautions installation and setup, and the procedures for printing labels without using your computer. It also explains how to install and uninstall the bundled software and printer driver to be used on a personal computer, how to clean the printer, and how to perform some troubleshooting.

The symbols used throughout this guide are as follows:

Introduction

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the printer

This symbol indicates information or directions that should be followed. If ignored, the result may be injury, damage, or failed operations.

This symbol indicates information or directions that can help you better understand and use the printer more efficiently.

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General Information

Compilation and Publication Notice

Under the supervision of Brother Industries Ltd., this guide has been compiled and published, covering the latest product’s descriptions and specifications.

The contents of this guide and the specifications of this product are subject to change without notice.

Brother reserves the right to make changes without notice in the specifications and materials contained herein and shall not be responsible for any damages (including consequential) caused by reliance on the materials presented, including but not limited to typographical and other errors relating to the publication. The screen images in this guide can differ depending on your Operating System (OS) or printer.

Trademarks

The Brother logo is a registered trademark of Brother Industries, Ltd. Brother is a registered trademark of Brother Industries, Ltd. © 2010 Brother Industries, Ltd. All rights reserved. QR code is a registered trademark of DENSO WAVE Incorporated. QR Code Generating Program Copyright © 2008 DENSO WAVE INCORPORATED BarStar Pro Encode Library (PDF417) Copyright © 2007 AINIX Corporation. All rights reserved. The names of other software or products used in this document are trademarks or registered trademarks of the respective companies that developed them. Each company whose software title is mentioned in this guide has a Software License Agreement specific to its proprietary programs. All other brand and product names mentioned in this User's Guide and the Software Installation Guide are registered trademarks of their respective companies.

Symbols Used in this Guide

The symbols used throughout this guide are as follows:

This symbol shows information or directions that should be followed. If ignored, the result may be injury, damage, or failed operations.

This symbol shows information or directions that can help you better understand and use the machine more efficiently.

We recommend that you read all of these instructions prior to using this product, and

Safety Precautions

save them for later reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.

WARNING CAUTION

The symbols used in this guide are as follows:

Action NOT allowed to do DO NOT disassemble the product. DO NOT splash the product with or

immerse the product in water. Mandatory action Unplugging Alerts to the possibility of electrical

shock

Tells you what to do to avoid the risk of injury.

Tells you about procedures you must follow to prevent damage to the machine.

DO NOT touch a given portion of the product.

WARNING

Follow these guidelines to avoid fire, electric shock, or other damage.

The Machine

Unplug the power cord immediately and stop using the machine during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.

Do not touch any metal parts near the print head. The print head becomes very hot during use and remains very hot immediately after use. Do not touch it directly with your hands.

Dispose of plastic bags correctly and keep away from babies and children. Do not wear or play with plastic bags.

Unplug the power cord immediately and stop using the abnormal odor, heat, discoloration, deformation or anything unusual whilst the machine

Do not disassemble the machine. For inspection, adjustment and repair of the machine contact the retail outlet where the machine was purchased or your local authorized service center.

machine

is in use or storage.

if you notice any

Do not drop, hit or otherwise bang the machine.

Do not hold and lift the machine by the DK Roll cover. The cover could come off and the machine could fall and become damaged.

Do not allow the way.

Do not use the machine with foreign objects in it. If water or any foreign objects should enter the machine, unplug the power cord from the electric outlet and remove the foreign object. If necessary, contact the retail outlet where the machine was purchased or your local authorized service center.

Do not hold the machine with only one hand. The machine may slip out of your hand.

Never disassemble the machine or allow it to get wet to avoid possible fire or electrical shock. Doing so could cause an electrical shock or fire.

machine

to get wet in any

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WARNING

Do not use paint thinner, benzene, alcohol or any other organic solvents to clean the machine. Doing so may cause damage to the surface finish. Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the machine.

Do not put any heavy objects or objects containing water on top of the machine. If water or any foreign object enters the machine, contact the retail outlet where the machine was purchased or your local authorized service center. If you continue to use the machine with water or a foreign object in the machine, the machine may be damaged or personal injury could result.

Follow these guidelines to avoid fire, electric shock, or other damage.

Power Cord

Use only the authorized power source (120V AC) for the machine.

Use only the power cord included with the machine.

Do not handle the power cord or plug if your hands are wet.

Do not overload the electrical outlet sockets with too many appliances or plug the power cord into a damaged electrical outlet.

Do not cut, damage, alter or place heavy objects on the power cord.

Follow these guidelines to avoid liquid leakage, heat, rupture of the battery.

Battery

Use only the authorized battery for the printer.

Do not throw into fire, heat up, or disassemble the battery.

Store the battery where children cannot reach. If you swallow the battery, contact the doctor immediately.

If the liquid inside of the battery get into your eyes, wash your eyes well with a lot of clean water and then see the doctor immediately.

The electrical outlet should be close to the machine and be easily accessible.

Do not touch the cutter. Personal injury could result.

Do not expose the machine to direct sunlight or near heaters or other hot appliances, in any area exposed to extremely high or low temperatures, high humidity or dusty areas. Doing so could cause the machine to malfunction.

Do not use the power cord if it is damaged.

Ensure the power cord is correctly inserted into the electrical outlet.

Always hold the power cord when unplugging the power cord from or plugging it into electrical outlet. Do not pull on the power cord. The wire in the electrical cord may become damaged.

If the machine will not be used for an extended period, remove the power cord from the electrical outlet.

If the liquid inside of the battery adhere to your skin or clothes, wash well with a lot of clean water.

Do not connect both poles of the battery with wire, keep the battery and metal necklace and hairpin together to avoid short-circuit of the battery.

Enclosed battery is not rechargeable. Do not recharge it.

Use of incorrect batteries for this printer may cause leakage or explosion, which could result in fire, injury or damage to the surroundings of the machine.

WARNING

Cutter

Do not touch the blade of the cutter. Do not open the top cover when the

cutter is operating.

CAUTION

Follow these guidelines to avoid fire, electric shock, or other damage.

Installation/Storage

Put the machine on a flat, stable surface such as a desk.

DK Roll (DK Label, DK Tape)

Be careful not to drop the DK Roll. DK Rolls use thermal paper and thermal

film. Both the label and print will fade with sunlight and heat. Do not use DK Rolls for outdoor use that requires durability.

Follow these guidelines to avoid liquid leakage, heat, rupture of the battery.

Battery

Do not insert the battery with the opposite pole direction to the instruction.

Remove the battery from the printer immediately at the end of its duration.

Do not solder the battery directly.

Do not put any heavy objects on top of the machine.

Depending on the area, material, and environmental conditions, the label may unpeel or become irremovable, the color of the label may change or be transferred to other objects. Before applying the label, check the environmental condition and the material. Test the label by affixing a small piece of it to an inconspicuous area of the intended surface.

Do not use, expose, or keep the battery under the direct sunlight or to extremely high temperatures and humidity.

Do not wet the battery with water. Do not drop or throw the battery to

damage it. Do not affect ultrasound vibration to the

battery. The internal shorts may be occurred inside of the battery.

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Paper guide surface

The Machine

• The machine is a precision machine. Do not drop, hit or otherwise bang the machine.

• The machine may malfunction if left near a television, radio, etc. Do not use the machine

near any machine that can cause electromagnetic interference.

• Do not insert any objects into or block the label output slot, USB port, Serial port or LAN

port.

• Use only the USB Interface Cable included with the machine.

• When not in use for an extended period, remove the DK Roll from the machine.

• Do not attempt to print labels while the DK Roll cover is open.

• There is a noise from the printer while printing due to the speed printing (this is not a

failure of the printer). Set "print quality" of the printer driver setting to reduce the noise.

• If a paper jam should occur due to a build up of

adhesive on the paper guide surface, unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet and wipe away the adhesive buildup on the paper guide surface with a cloth dipped in ethanol or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol. It is recommended that you clean the paper guide when replacing the cutter unit.

DK Rolls (DK Labels and DK Tapes)

• Use only genuine Brother accessories and supplies

(with , marks). Do not use any unauthorized accessories or supplies.

• If the label is attached to a wet, dirty, or oily surface, it may peel off easily. Before

applying the label, clean the surface to which the label will be applied.

• As DK Rolls use thermal paper and thermal film, ultraviolet rays, wind, and rain may

cause the color of the label to fade and the ends of the label to peel off.

• Do not expose the DK Rolls to direct sunlight, high temperatures, high humidity, or dust.

Store in a cool, dark place. Use the DK Rolls soon after opening the package.

• Scratching the printed surface of the label with your finger nails or metal objects, or

touching the printed surface with hands dampened by water, sweat, or medicated cream, etc., can cause the color to change or fade.

• Do not apply labels to any persons, animals, or plants.

• As the end of the DK Roll is designed to not adhere to the label spool, the last label may

not be cut properly. If this happens, remove the remaining labels, insert a new DK Roll, and reprint the last label. Note: To account for this, the number of DK Labels included on each DK Roll may be more than indicated on the package.

• If a label is removed after being applied to a surface, some portion of the label may

remain. Remove the remaining portion before attaching a new label.

• Some DK Rolls use permanent adhesive for their labels. These labels cannot be easily

peeled off once attached.

• Prior to using CD/DVD labels, be sure to follow the instructions in your CD/DVD player's

instruction guide regarding applying CD/DVD labels.

• Do not use CD/DVD labels in a slot loading CD/DVD player, for example a CD player in

a car where the CD is slid into a slot in the CD player.

• Do not peel off the CD/DVD label once it is applied to the CD/DVD, a thin surface layer

may come off, resulting in damage to the disk.

• Do not apply CD/DVD labels to CD/DVD disks designed for use with ink jet printers.

Labels peel off these disks easily and using disks with peeled labels can result in loss or damage of data.

• When applying CD/DVD labels, use the applicator included with the CD/DVD label rolls.

Adhesive cellophane tape etc.

Battery

Example of grounding of battery

failure to do so could cause damage to the CD/DVD player.

• Users shall take full responsibility for applying CD/DVD labels. Brother accepts no

responsibility for any loss or damage of data caused by the inappropriate use of CD/DVD labels.

CD-ROM and Software

• Do not scratch or subject the CD-ROM to high or low temperatures.

• Do not put heavy objects on the CD-ROM or apply force to the CD-ROM.

• The software contained on the CD-ROM is meant for use with the machine only. See the

License on the CD for details. This software may be installed on multiple computers for use in an office, etc.

Battery

• Do not use included battery to other products.

• Dispose in accordance with all applicable federal, state,

and local regulations.

• When storing or discarding the battery, wrap it with

adhesive cellophane tape etc. to prevent the short circuit of battery.

• It is recommended to replace the battery every two years.

This product contains a CR Coin Lithium Battery which contains Perchlorate Material. Special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate

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Cutter

• The average number of cuts is 5,000 or more depending on the operating environment.

Dull cut, the inability to cut straight, or frequent paper jams may indicate that the cutter life is near the end. Replace the cutter if these conditions occur.

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1 Unpacking the QL-650TD •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 18 2 Parts Description•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••19

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3 Installing the DK Roll•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 23 4 Attaching the paper guide•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 24 5 Connecting the power supply ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 25 6 Using Interface Cable ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 26 7 Setting clock/language/unit ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••28 8 Procedure for creating a label•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••30

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Introduction

STEP

Before using

STEP

Creating and

STEP

the printer

printing a label

Troubleshooting

Maintenance and

Introduction

STEP1

Unpacking the QL-650TD

ÎPage 18

Parts Description

ÎPage 19

Installing the DK Roll

ÎPage 23

Attaching the paper guide

ÎPage 24

Connecting the power supply

ÎPage 25

Using Interface Cable

ÎPage 26

Setting clock/language/unit

ÎPage 28

Procedure for creating a label

ÎPage 30

STEP1

Before using the printer

Take the printer out of the box and make preparations for the printer before creating a label. Follow the procedures from "Unpacking the QL-650TD" on page 18.

Introduction

STEP

Before using

STEP

Creating and

the printer

printing a label

STEP

Maintenance and

Troubleshooting

STEP1 Before using the printer

1 Unpacking the QL-650TD

Check that the package contains the following before using the printer. If any item is missing or damaged, contact your Brother dealer.

Brother QL-650TD DK Rolls (Starter rolls)

Standard Address Labels, 1-1/7" × 3-1/2"

•

(29 mm × 90 mm) (100 labels)

• Round Paper Labels, 1" (24mm) (250 labels)

USB cable AC Power cord

Paper guide CD-ROM

User's Guide (English and Spanish)

Cleaning sheet

DK Label & Tape Guide

2 Parts Description

Main Printing Unit

DK Roll cover

Roll release lever

LCD

Manual operation button

Printing unit

Roller

Cutter unit

Time display

Up arrow button

Template number

: addition and subtraction settings are

available

: Menu button has been locked

ON/OFF button

Date display

Down arrow button

Print button

Cut button

Feed button

Menu button

Cancel button

OK button

LCD and manual operation button

(For details, refer to ÎNext page.)

Serial port

USB port

Power cord slot

Introduction

Front

STEP

Before using

STEP

Creating and

STEP

the printer

printing a label

When not in use, close the DK Roll cover to prevent dust and debris from accumulating in the printing unit.

Rear

Troubleshooting

Maintenance and

STEP1 Before using the printer

LCD

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Printing...

Menu Key is Locked.

[P07]Msg + D+T

Copies 1

Message [P07] Received

To Time Display mode

Increasing a number of print

Holding down

1 second or more (Lock)

Template selection [P01] to [P08] : Downloaded templates

1 second or more (Unlock)

Cancel

Release

If Message (Msg) is included in the template.

If Message (Msg) is not in the template.

To Time Display mode

Message selection

Each button is indicated by the following marks.

Menu button

Cancel button

Print button

OK button

Up arrow button

Down arrow button

In Time Display mode you can create a label that includes the date, time or a message.

For details, refer to

Î"Creating a label using a template" in page 32.

Select the template

The LCD display is separated between Time Display mode and Menu Selection mode

Time Display mode

This is the default LCD display mode, shown when the power is turned on or if the printer remains idle (waiting for a command).

List of menus of manual operation button

Cancel

Menu 1/12 Label Settings

Menu 2/12 Date/Time Incr

Menu 3/12 Preview

Menu 4/12 Copies

Menu 5/12

Numbering

Menu 6/12 List Print

Menu 7/12 Set Date/Time

Menu 8/12 Auto Cut

Menu 9/12 Language

Menu 10/12 Unit

Menu 11/12 LCD Contrast

Menu 12/12 Preset Template

Message [P07] Received

Date Fmt [P07] 2009/1/20

Time Fmt [P07] 12:34

Font [P07] Helsinki

Date [P07] (+);Years :001

Date [P07] (-);Years :001

Date [P07] Set;2009/1/20

Rec 2/3"x3-7/16"

OK to Print? 1

Printing...

Initial Value 001

Count Number 1

OK to Print All Templates?

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Auto Cut Auto Cut

Language English - US

Unit Inch

LCD Contrast 0

Preset Template Show

Cancel

to Time Display mode

After completing the setup, press

to Time Display mode

After previewing, it goes

to Time Display mode

After printing, it goes

to Time Display mode

After printing, it goes

to Time Display mode

After completing the setup, press

to Time Display mode

After completing the setup, press

After completing the setup, press to Time Display mode

To [Menu 1]

After completing the setup, press

to Time Display mode

After completing the setup, press

to Time Display mode

After completing the setup, press

to Time Display mode

After completing the setup, press

to Time Display mode

After completing the setup, press

to Time Display mode

After completing the setup, press

Menu Selection mode

This mode is displayed when editing the template and/or setting or changing a function.

Introduction

STEP

Before using

STEP

Creating and

STEP

Maintenance and

the printer

printing a label

Troubleshooting

STEP1 Before using the printer

Manual Operation Button Functions

LED lamp Status

Not lit

Power is OFF

Lit

Power is ON

Blinks rapidly

An error has occurred. For details on troubleshooting, refer to Î"Troubleshooting" in page 54.

Blinks slowly

The printer is processing information.

Turns OFF after blinking 10 times

A system error has occurred. Turn the QL-650TD off and then on again. If this error re-occurs, contact the retail outlet where the QL-650TD was purchased or contact Brother Customer Service at 1-877-BROTHER.

Name Function

Turns ON/OFF the printer. The ON/OFF button includes a LED light, which indicates the printer status. Below are the status LED indications:

ON/OFF button ()

Print button Starts printing.

Cut button

Cuts the printed label. This button is used when "Auto Cut" is set to "OFF". For details, refer to Î"Setting the cut options: Menu 8" in page 40.

• When using DK Labels (pre-cut labels), feeds the DK Label to the edge of

label. When pressing this button more than one second, the DK Label is fed to the

Feed button

Menu button

Cancel button Cancels the current setting and returns to the previous mode or screen

OK button Accepts the mode or setting entered

Up/down arrow button ( / )

next label.

• When using DK Tape (Continuous tape), feeds DK Tape by 1" (25.4mm).

• When the DK Roll is not set, this printer enters cleaning mode and the roller

spins by 1/3" (8 mm). When pressing this button for more than one second, the roller spins by 4" (10 cm).

Switches between Time Display mode and Menu Selection mode

In order to avoid changing the template setting mistakenly, the Menu button can be locked. For details, refer to Î"Locking the Menu button" in page 42.

Changes the menu or setting

3 Installing the DK Roll

Roll release lever

Printing unit protective sheet

Protective battery sheet

Spool

Spool guide

Roll release lever

Printing unit

Cutter

Check that the power is turned OFF (check

LCD and LED lamp). Lift up the DK Roll cover by the tabs at the sides of the cover.

Pull up the roll release lever and

remove the protective sheet of printing unit. Then, remove the protective battery sheet.

Insert the spool of the DK Roll

along the spool guide of the printer.

Check the both sides of spool of DK Roll are correctly inserted into spool guide of the printer.

Introduction

STEP

Before using

STEP

Creating and

STEP

the printer

printing a label

Check that the roll release lever

is in the up position. Insert the edge of DK Roll into the slot until it is just in front of the cutter.

Troubleshooting

Maintenance and

STEP1 Before using the printer

4 Attaching the paper guide

Paper guide

Push down the roll release lever and close the

DK Roll cover.

If the DK Roll edge cannot be pushed in just before the cutter (as described in step 4), insert the edge of the DK Roll as far as possible and pull down the release lever. When finished, close the DK Roll cover. Pressing the Feed button feeds the DK Roll to the correct position (when using DK Tape, cut the fed tape as needed).

The printer contains a paper guide which can hold up to 10 individual label sheets.

As shown in the right hand

ilustration, attach the paper guide to the front face of the printer.

When printing more than 10 labels continuously using the auto cut function, remove the paper guide to prevent a paper jam.

5 Connecting the power supply

Power cord Slot

Power cord

Insert the power cord into the power

cord slot on the rear side of the printer.

Plug the power cord into an electrical outlet.

• Check that the electrical outlet is 120VAC before

plugging the power cord.

• Unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet after

you have finished using the QL-650TD.

• Do not pull the power cord when unplugging it from

the electrical outlet. The wire in the power cord may become damaged.

• Do not connect the QL-650TD to the computer until directed to do so when

installing the printer driver. For how to install the printer driver and software, refer to Î"Software installation Guide".

Introduction

STEP

Before using

STEP

Creating and

STEP

the printer

printing a label

Troubleshooting

Maintenance and

STEP1 Before using the printer

6 Using Interface Cable

Signal

Name

Number

Pin Assignments

Number

Signal Name

DCD 1 1 DCD

RXD 2 2 RXD

TXD 3 3 TXD

DTR 4 4 DTR

GND 5 5 GND

DSR 6 6 DSR

RTS 7 7 RTS

CTS 8 8 CTS

RI 9 9 RI

RS-232C cable is not a standard accessory. Choose the appropriate cable for your interface.

• USB cable

Use the enclosed interface cable.

• RS-232C cable

The pin assignments for the serial cables (RS-232C cables) which can be used with this machine are shown in the table below. You can purchase the cables at an electronics store. Do not use an interface cable that is longer than 2 metres.

Brother QL side PC side D-sub female, lock screw #4-40 (UNC). (D-Sub9P female)

• It is not possible to connect a RS-232C cable and USB cable to the printer at the

same time.

• The RS-232C serial connector part of this equipment is not Limited Power Source.

Important

For USB interface, the included USB interface cable should be used to ensure compliance with the limits for EMC (Electromagnetic compatibility).

For serial interface, a shielded interface cable should be used to ensure compliance with the limits for EMC.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Brother Industries, Ltd. may affect the performance and print quality, and damage may not be covered under the limited warranty.

• Caution for RS-232C connection

The RS-232C serial connector part of this equipment is not Limited Power Source.

Introduction

STEP

Before using

STEP

Creating and

the printer

printing a label

STEP

Maintenance and

Troubleshooting

STEP1 Before using the printer

7 Setting clock/language/unit

2005/01/01 00:00

20YY/01/01 00:00

2009/MM/01 00:00

2009/01/DD 00:00

2009/01/20 hh:00

2009/01/20 12:mm

Prior to using the printer for the first time, it is necessary to set the clock, language, and unit of measurement. For help with setting up the printer, check

Î"Attaching the paper guide" in page 24, Î"Connecting the power supply" in page 25

are completed.

• Removal of the battery while the power cord is disconnected causes the clock to be

reset to the original factory setting. For details on resetting the clock, refer to

Î"Setting the clock: Menu 7" in page 39.

• For replacing the battery, refer to Î"Replacing the lithium clock battery" in page 51.

Press ON/OFF button ( ) to turn on the

printer.

Time setting screen is displayed on LCD, and then year "05" and "YY" are displayed alternately.

Set the year using the up or down arrow

buttons ( / ) and press OK button.

The year is changed and then month "01" and "MM" are displayed alternately.

Î"Installing the DK Roll" in page 23,

Set the month using the up or down arrow

buttons ( / ) and press OK button.

The month is changed and then day "01" and "DD" are displayed alternately.

Set the day using the up or down arrow

buttons ( / ) and press OK button.

The day is changed and then hour "00" and "hh" are displayed alternately.

Set the hour using the up or down arrow

buttons ( / ) and press OK button.

The hour is changed and then minute "00" and "mm" are displayed alternately.

Set the minute using the up or down

arrow buttons ( / ) and press OK button.

The minute is changed and then language setting screen is displayed.

Set the language using the up or down

Language English - US

Unit inch

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arrow buttons ( / ) and press OK button.

The language is changed and then unit setting screen is displayed.

Set the unit using the up or down arrow

buttons ( / ) and press OK button.

The unit is changed and then Time Display mode is displayed.

Introduction

STEP

The next time the power is turned on (and

each time thereafter),Time Display mode will be shown.

Every process, such as creating and printing a label or setting functions will be done in this mode. For details, refer to Î"STEP 2 Creating and printing a label" in page 31.

Clock/language/unit settings can be changed afterwards.

• Î"Setting the clock: Menu 7" in page 39

• Î"Setting the language: Menu 9" in page 40

• Î"Setting the unit of measure (inch or mm): Menu 10" in page 41

Before using

STEP

Creating and

STEP

Maintenance and

the printer

printing a label

Troubleshooting

STEP1 Before using the printer

8 Procedure for creating a label

Label images

Set the DK Roll

ÎPage 23

Select the template

ÎPage 33ÎPage 32

Decide the type of label you want to create.

Insert the appropriate DK Roll for the label you wish to create.

Create a label and print it.

By installing the included software, it is possible to design a label using your PC and print it, or to download the designed label to the printer to print it. For instructions on installing the software, refer to Once a label template has been downloaded to the printer, it is possible to change some of the content and print the amended label.

Î "Software installation Guide".

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