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Introduction
Important Notice
The contents of this document 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 publications.
Screen images in this document may differ depending on your computer's operating system.
Before using the printer, be sure to read all documents included with the printer for information about safety
and correct operation.
Illustrations and text displays shown in this manual are for RJ-2140/2150. Illustrations for RJ-2030/2050
may also be shown in this manual if necessary.
Available Manuals
You can download the latest manuals from the Brother Solutions Center at support.brother.com
Product Safety Guide
Quick Setup Guide
User’s Guide
AirPrint Guide
P-touch Template Manual
Raster Command Reference
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Printed manual in the box.
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PDF manual on the Brother Solutions Center website.
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This guide provides safety information; read it thoroughly before using your printer.
This guide provides basic information about using your printer along with detailed
troubleshooting tips.
This guide includes the contents of the Quick Setup Guide, and additional
information about your printer settings, operations, safety precautions, network
connection settings, troubleshooting tips, and maintenance instructions.
This guide provides information for using AirPrint to print from an Apple device.
This manual provides information on P-touch Template.
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This manual provides information about printer control commands for controlling
your printer directly.
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Symbols Used in This Guide
The following symbols are used throughout this guide:
WARNING
CAUTION
Important
Note
Tells you what to do to avoid the risk of injury.
Tells you about procedures you must follow to avoid minor personal injury or
damage to the printer.
Indicates information or directions that should be followed. Ignoring them may result
in damage, or failed operations.
Indicates notes that provide information or directions that can help you better
understand and use the product more efficiently.
Important safety instructions
DO NOT use the printer where its use is prohibited, such as on an airplane. This could affect the airplane’s
equipment, resulting in an accident.
DO NOT use the printer in special environments, such as near medical equipment. Electromagnetic waves may
cause the medical equipment to malfunction.
DO NOT allow organic solvents, such as benzene, thinner, polish remover, or deodorisers, to come into contact
with the plastic cover. These may cause the plastic cover to warp or dissolve, resulting in an electrical shock or
fire.
WARNING
CAUTION
RD Rolls use thermal paper, therefore the colour of the label and the printing may change or fade if exposed to
sunlight or heat. When using outdoors and when durability is important, we DO NOT recommend using RD
Rolls.
Depending on the area, material, and environmental conditions, the label may unpeel or become permanently
affixed, and the colour of the label may change or be transferred to other objects. Before affixing the label, check
the environmental conditions and the material. Test the label by affixing a small piece of it to an inconspicuous
area of the intended surface.
IMPORTANT
DO NOT remove the labels affixed to the printer. These labels provide operational information and indicate the
printer's model number.
DO NOT push the power switch with an object that has a sharp point, such as a pen. This could damage the switch
or LED.
DO NOT transport the printer while cables are connected to the DC connector or mini-USB port. The connector and
ports could be damaged.
DO NOT store the printer in an area exposed to high temperatures, high humidity, direct sunlight, or dust. These
could cause discolouration or a malfunction.
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General Precautions
Printer
If the Bluetooth and wireless LAN functions are both turned on, the communication speed may decrease due to
radio wave interference. If this occurs, turn off the function you are not using (Bluetooth or wireless LAN function).
DO NOT cover or insert foreign objects into the paper exit slot, DC connector, or mini-USB port.
DO NOT use paint thinner, benzene, alcohol or any other organic solvents to clean the printer. Doing so may cause
damage to the surface finish. You can use isopropyl alcohol or ethanol only when cleaning the print head or roller.
Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the printer.
When not used for an extended period, remove the media roll from the printer.
Always keep the media roll compartment cover closed when printing.
When using optional accessories, use them as described in their instruction manuals.
This printer uses thermal paper. If the printed paper is marked with ink, for example written on or stamped, the ink
may cause the printed text to fade or become discoloured. In addition the applied ink may take some time to dry.
Printed text may fade or become discoloured if the label comes into contact with any of the following: vinyl chloride
products, leather goods such as wallets and purses, organic compounds such as alcohol, ketones, or esters,
adhesive tape, erasers, rubber mats, magic marker ink, permanent marker ink, correction fluid, carbon, glue, diazo
sensitised paper, hand lotion, hair care products, cosmetics, water, or sweat.
DO NOT touch the printer with wet hands.
DO NOT use folded, wet or damp paper, otherwise a paper misfeed or malfunction may occur.
DO NOT touch paper or labels with wet hands, otherwise a malfunction may occur.
RD Roll
Use only genuine Brother accessories and supplies (indicated by the mark).
If the label is affixed to a wet, dirty, or oily surface, it may peel off easily. Before affixing the label, clean the surface
to which the label will be affixed.
RD Rolls use thermal paper, therefore ultraviolet rays, wind, and rain may cause the colour of the label to fade and
the ends of the label to peel off.
DO NOT expose the RD Roll to direct sunlight, high temperatures, high humidity, or dust. Store in a cool, dark place.
Use the RD Roll 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 colour to change or fade.
DO NOT affix labels to people, animals, or plants. Never affix labels to public or private property without permission.
The last labels of the RD Roll may not be printed correctly, therefore, each roll contains more labels than is indicated
on the package.
When a label is removed after being affixed to a surface, a portion of the label may remain.
Once a label is affixed, it may be difficult to remove the label.
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IMPORTANT NOTE
This product is approved for use in the country of purchase only. Do not use this product outside the
country of purchase as it may violate the wireless telecommunication and power regulations of that
country.
Windows Vista
Windows
Windows
Windows
Windows
Windows
Windows
or Windows
Windows Server
Windows Server
Windows Server
Windows Server
Not all models are available in all countries.
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in this document represents all editions of Windows Vista®.
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7 in this document represents all editions of Windows® 7.
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8 in this document represents all editions of Windows® 8.
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8.1 in this document represents all editions of Windows® 8.1.
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10 in this document represents Windows® 10 Home, Windows® 10 Pro,
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10 Enterprise, and Windows® 10 Education.
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10 in this document does not represent Windows® 10 Mobile, Windows® 10 Mobile Enterprise,
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10 IoT Core.
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2008 in this document represents all editions of Windows Server® 2008 and
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2008 R2.
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2012 in this document represents all editions of Windows Server® 2012 and
General Description ...................................................................................................................................2
Tips on Using the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery .................................................................................11
Turning the Printer On or Off ...................................................................................................................12
Setting the Language of the LCD ............................................................................................................12
Setting the Paper or Label Roll................................................................................................................12
For RJ-2030/2050..............................................................................................................................12
For RJ-2140/2150..............................................................................................................................14
Cutting Roll Paper .............................................................................................................................16
Removing the Receipt/Label Roll ............................................................................................................17
For RJ-2030/2050..............................................................................................................................17
For RJ-2140/2150..............................................................................................................................18
Attaching the Belt Clip .............................................................................................................................19
Install Software to Your Computer or Mobile Device ...............................................................................21
Available Software.............................................................................................................................21
Installing the Printer Driver and Software (When Using a Computer) ...............................................23
Connecting the Printer to a Computer or Mobile Device .........................................................................24
Connecting Using USB......................................................................................................................24
Connecting Using Bluetooth (RJ-2030/2050/2150 Only)...................................................................25
Paper Size Setup.....................................................................................................................................65
Paper Size Setup Dialog Box ............................................................................................................65
Distributing Paper Formats................................................................................................................70
Changing Settings When Printing from a Mobile Device .........................................................................70
4Other Functions71
Printing the Printer Information ................................................................................................................71
Mass Storage Mode.................................................................................................................................72
Setting Up the Printer2
Using the Printer32
Changing the Printer Settings34
Other Functions71
Maintaining the Printer74
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Setting Up the Printer1
General Description1
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1LCD
2 Paper exit slot
3 Media roll compartment cover
4 Media roll cover open lever
5 Interface cover
6 Battery cover
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7 Battery latch
8 DC connector
9 Mini-USB port
10 Battery compartment
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(Feed) button/OK button
To feed the paper or print your printer settings
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Menu button/ button
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(Power) button/
To turn your printer on/off
14 LED indicator
(Back) button
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Setting Up the Printer
LCD1
When the printer is turned on, the main screen appears.
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1 Update icon (RJ-2050/2140/2150 only)
Indicates whether updated templates, databases, and other data are available.
: There is new data.
(flashing): Update of the data failed.
(flashing): Cannot communicate with the server.
2 Wireless Direct icon (RJ-2050/2140/2150 only)
3 WLAN icon (RJ-2050/2140/2150 only)
: The network is connected correctly.
: Your printer is searching for the network.
4 Bluetooth icon (RJ-2030/2050/2150 only)
5 Battery level
Indicates the remaining battery level.
Full:
Half:
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Low:
Charging:
6 Printer status
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Setting Up the Printer
LED Indicators1
The indicator lights and flashes to indicate your printer’s status. The symbols used in this section explain the
meaning of the different indicator colours and patterns:
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or or
or or
Indicator is lit in the colour shown
Indicator is flashing in the colour shown
Indicator is off
Indicator statusCondition
Power off
Charging complete (when power is turned off)
Battery level: one-third or more
Charging complete (when power is turned on)
Charging
Program transfer failed
Battery level: low
Battery level: empty
Wrong media error
Cover open error
System error
Mass storage error
Communication error
WPS connection error
Memory full error
Database search error
No template error
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Setting Up the Printer
Button Functions1
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(Power) button/
(Back) button function
Turn the printer on
Turn the printer off
Start the printer in mass storage
mode
Menu button/
button function
Enter the menu selection modeWhile the printer is turned on, press the [Menu] button.
Select the menu optionWhen the menu is displayed, press the [ ] button to select the next option.
Execute a file stored in the mass
storage area
(Feed) button/
OK button function
Feed the paperWhen the paper type is set to [Die-cut Label] (RJ-2140/2150 only) or
Print the printer information
Activate the function mode for the
selected item
Enable or disable the function for
automatically connecting again using
Bluetooth
Operation
While the printer is turned off, press and hold the (Power) button until the
LCD turns on.
While the printer is turned on, press and hold the (Power) button until the
message [System Off] appears on the LCD. (If the [Auto Power Off] feature
is enabled in the Device settings, the printer will turn itself off automatically after
the selected period of inactivity.)
If you press and hold this button while also pressing the [Menu] button, the
printer starts in mass storage mode (see Mass Storage Mode on page 72).
Operation
If you press this button while the printer is running in mass storage mode, you
can execute a command file stored in the mass storage area (see Mass Storage Mode on page 72).
Operation
[Media With Marks]:
Press the (Feed) button to automatically feed the paper to the print
position.
When the paper type is set to [Continuous Length Tape]:
Press the (Feed) button to feed the paper.
Make sure that a roll is set, and then press and hold the (Feed) button. The
printer starts printing its settings (see Printing the Printer Information
on page 71).
Press the [OK] button to activate the selected menu option.
1 Press the [Menu] button to select the [Bluetooth] menu, and then press
the [OK] button.
2Select [On] or [Off], and then press and hold the [OK] button until the
screen changes.
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Setting Up the Printer
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Battery Installation/Removal1
Installing the Battery1
1 Move the battery cover lock to the unlock position, and then open the battery cover.
2 Insert the battery into the battery compartment until the battery latch locks into place. Make sure that the
terminal end of the battery is facing inwards and oriented correctly as shown. Do NOT use excessive
force to install the battery.
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1 Battery latch
3 Close the battery cover, and then move the battery cover lock to the lock position.
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Setting Up the Printer
Removing the Battery1
1 Move the battery cover lock to the unlock position, and then open the battery cover.
2 While pushing the battery latch, remove the battery.
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3 Close the battery cover, and then move the battery cover lock to the lock position.
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Setting Up the Printer
Note
Note
Recharging the Battery1
While Installed in the Printer1
To charge the rechargeable Li-ion battery (PA-BT-003), insert it into the printer and do the following:
• Before using the rechargeable Li-ion battery, use the following procedure to charge it.
• Print speed varies with the available battery power.
1 Make sure that the rechargeable Li-ion battery is installed in the printer.
2 Use the compatible Brother AC adapter (PA-AD-600) and AC power cord to connect the printer to an AC
power socket (see Recharging the Battery Using the AC Adapter (Optional) on page 9), or use the
Brother compatible car adapter to connect the printer to a DC power socket (see Recharging the Battery Using the Car Adapter (Optional) on page 10).
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The LED indicator light is orange when the battery is charging.
When the rechargeable Li-ion battery is fully charged, the LED indicator turns off (when power is turned
off) or lights in green (when power is turned on). Disconnect the AC adapter or car adapter from the
battery’s DC connector.
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Setting Up the Printer
Note
Recharging the Battery Using the AC Adapter (Optional)1
1 Make sure that the rechargeable Li-ion battery is installed in the printer.
2 Open the interface cover and connect the AC adapter to your printer.
3 Connect the AC power cord to the AC adapter.
4 Connect the AC power cord to a nearby AC power socket (100 - 240 VAC, 50 - 60 Hz).
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1 AC adapter
2 AC power cord
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The AC adapter and AC power cord are optional accessories. When purchasing, purchase the adapter
and power cord appropriate for the region where the printer will be used.
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Setting Up the Printer
Note
Recharging the Battery Using the Car Adapter (Optional)1
Connect your printer to your vehicle’s 12 V DC power socket (cigarette lighter or similar) to charge the
rechargeable battery.
1 Make sure that the rechargeable Li-ion battery is installed in the printer.
2 Connect the car adapter to the vehicle’s 12 V DC power socket.
3 Open the interface cover and connect the car adapter to your printer.
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1 Car adapter
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The car adapter is an optional accessory.
Recharging the Battery Using the Battery Charger (Optional)1
When you use an AC power socket, up to four battery chargers can be connected together for charging at
the same time.
For more information, see the operation manual that is included with the battery charger.
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Setting Up the Printer
Stopping Rechargeable Li-ion Battery Charging1
To stop the battery charging, disconnect the AC adapter or car adapter from the DC connector.
Tips on Using the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery1
High density (dark) printing discharges the battery faster than low density printing. You can adjust the print
density setting in the Device settings (see Device Settings on page 52).
The battery charging must take place in an environment with a temperature between 0°C and 40°C,
otherwise the battery will not be charged. If the charging stops because the environment temperature is
too low or too high, place your printer in an environment with a temperature between 0°C and 40°C and
try charging again.
If you use your printer when both the battery is installed and the AC adapter or car adapter is connected,
charging may stop even if the battery is not fully charged.
Rechargeable Li-ion Battery Characteristics1
To ensure the highest performance and longest life from the battery:
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Do not use or store the battery in a location exposed to extreme high or low temperatures as it may
deteriorate more quickly.
Remove the battery when storing your printer for long periods of time.
Store batteries with less than a 50% charge in a cool dry place out of direct sunlight.
Recharge the battery every six months if it is stored for long periods of time.
It is normal and safe for the printer to become warm while charging. Disconnect the charger and stop using
the printer if it becomes hot to the touch.
See the Product Safety Guide for other precautions.
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Setting Up the Printer
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Turning the Printer On or Off1
On: Press and hold the (Power) button until the LCD turns on.
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Off: Press and hold the
(Power) button until the message [System Off] appears on the LCD.
Setting the Language of the LCD1
1 Press the [Menu], [b] button to select the [Settings] menu, and then press the [OK] button.
2 Select [Language], and then press the [OK] button.
3 Select a language, and then press the [OK] button.
Setting the Paper or Label Roll1
For RJ-2030/20501
1 Pull the cover open lever in the direction shown to open the media roll compartment cover.
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1 Cover open lever
2 Insert the media roll into the media roll compartment with the roll feeding from the bottom as shown.
1 Print surface
(faces outwards on the roll)
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Setting Up the Printer
Important
The thermal sensitive side must be on the outside of the roll and installed as shown to print correctly.
3 Close the media roll compartment by pressing down on the centre of the cover until it locks into place.
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Setting Up the Printer
Important
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2
2
3
For RJ-2140/21501
1 Pull the cover open lever in the direction shown to open the media roll compartment cover.
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1 Cover open lever
2 Open the roll guides by lifting the roll guide adjustment lever and pulling both roll guides outwards.
Insert the media roll into the media roll compartment with the roll feeding from the bottom as shown.
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• Make sure that both roll guides are correctly positioned to prevent the media roll from moving sideways.
• The thermal sensitive side must be on the outside of the roll and installed as shown to print correctly.
1 Roll guide adjustment lever
2 Roll guide
3 Print surface (faces outwards on the roll)
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Setting Up the Printer
Note
Important
3 While lifting the roll guide adjustment lever, push in both roll guides to the roll width. Insert the media roll
so that it is positioned straight in the media roll compartment.
4 Close the media roll compartment by pressing down on the centre of the cover until it locks into place.
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When using die-cut labels (RJ-2140/2150 only), press the (Feed) button after setting the media roll.
The printer will adjust the label to the correct starting position.
Use genuine Brother paper.
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Setting Up the Printer
WARNING
Cutting Roll Paper1
To cut roll paper, use the printer's tear bar. Pull one edge of the ejected paper up and towards the other edge
diagonally.
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1 Tear bar
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The tear bar is sharp. To avoid injury, do not touch the tear bar.
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Setting Up the Printer
Note
Removing the Receipt/Label Roll1
For RJ-2030/20501
1 Pull the cover open lever in the direction shown to open the media roll compartment cover.
2 Remove the roll.
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It is not necessary to adjust the roll holder once it is correctly adjusted to the media roll width.
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Setting Up the Printer
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For RJ-2140/21501
1 Pull the cover open lever in the direction shown to open the media roll compartment cover.
2 While pushing the roll release lever, tilt one of the roll guides slightly, and then remove the roll. The roll
can be removed without changing the position of the roll guides.
Do not forcefully tilt the roll guides too far. Otherwise, the roll guides could break.
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1 Roll release lever
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Setting Up the Printer
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1
Attaching the Belt Clip1
You can carry the printer on your belt by attaching the included belt clip. Follow the instructions below to
attach the clip to the printer and your belt. You can attach the included clip to your printer and secure it to your
belt.
1 Secure the belt clip to the rear of your printer using the Phillips-head screws as shown:
1 Belt clip
1
2 Phillips screw
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Setting Up the Printer
Important
2 Attach the clip to your belt.
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Turn the clip as shown to lock the belt clip.Turn the clip to the left or right to unlock the belt clip.
Make sure you attach the belt clip securely to your printer and to your belt. There is a risk of injury or
damage if the belt clip is not attached securely and your printer falls.
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Setting Up the Printer
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Install Software to Your Computer or Mobile Device1
Several printing methods are available depending on your printer model and the computer or mobile device
you use to print from.
See the following tables and install other applications on your computer or mobile device as needed.
Available Software1
For computers1
To connect the printer to your computer, the printer driver must be installed.
SoftwareRJ-2030RJ-2050RJ-2140RJ-2150Features
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1Printer driver—
Communication
Settings
Device Settings
Printer
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Setting
Tool
3P-touch Editor
P-touch Transfer
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Manager
5Transfer Express
6P-touch Update Software
P-touch
Template
Setting Tool
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Allows you to specify the printer’s
communication settings and
device settings from the
computer.
Allows you to configure the
P-touch Template settings.
P-touch Template provides
functions for inserting data from a
device (such as a barcode reader
connected to the printer) into text
and barcode objects in layouts
saved on the printer, useful for
printing templates and barcodes.
Allows you to design custom
documents, store templates,
connect to databases, and use a
large library of labels and tags.
Allows you to transfer files
created with P-touch Editor to a
printer and store the files in the
printer's memory. You can print
them from the printer's memory
without connecting to your
computer.
Allows you to transfer documents
to the printer.
Allows you to update the
firmware and software.
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