Brother TD4000ZU1 User Manual

TD-4000 / TD-4100N

User's Guide

Guía del usuario

Introduction

STEP

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Getting started

STEP

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Be sure to read and understand 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 poder consultarlo como referencia en el futuro.

Installing the software

STEP

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Reference

www.brother.com

Thank you for purchasing the Brother TD-4000/4100N.
This guide briefly describes the steps to start using the Brother TD-4000/4100N.
See the User's Guide for details. The User's Guide can be found in the Manuals folder of
the included CD-ROM.

We strongly recommend that you read this guide carefully before using the Brother
TD-4000/4100N, and then keep it nearby for future reference.

We provide service & support for users who register their products on our website.
We recommend that you take this opportunity to register with us by visiting us at:

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

window of the included CD-ROM. 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: [phone]

Products Description: Label Printer
Product Name: TD-4000/TD-4100N
Model Number: TD-4000/TD-4100

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

(USA Only)

Who is covered:

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

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

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

the United States or if the Product was used 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:

• This Product includes the Product and may include Consumable and Accessory Items.

Accessory Items may include, but are not limited to USB cable, AC adaptor and photo
sleeves. Consumable Items may include but are not limited to BMS paper, battery, tape
cassettes and label rolls.

• Except as otherwise provided herein, Brother warrants that the Product 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.

What is the length of the Warranty Periods:

• Product and Accompanying Accessory Items: one year from the original purchase date.

• Accompanying Consumable 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 this Product;
(2) Damage caused by improper installation, improper or abnormal use, misuse, neglect or

accident (including but not limited to shipping this Product without the proper preparation
and/or packaging);

(3) Damage caused by another device or software used with this Product (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;
(5) Problems arising from other than defects in materials or workmanship.
This limited warranty is VOID if this Product 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 Customer Service Hotline at 1-800-255-0415 or
[e-mail] within the applicable warranty period. Supply
Brother with a copy of your dated bill of sale showing that this Product was purchased
within the United States.

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-brand parts and Consumable and

What Brother will ask you to do:

After contacting Brother you will be required to send the Product properly packaged,
freight prepaid, to Brother together with a photocopy of your bill of sale. Brother will

provide a Return Authorization Number (i.e RA#) that must be written on the
outside of the carton that contains your Product and instructions to where you
should return your Product. You are responsible for the cost of shipping, packing
the Product, and insurance (if you desire). You are also responsible for loss or
damage to this Product in shipping.

What Brother will do:

If the problem reported concerning your Product and/or accompanying Consumable and
Accessory Items is covered by this warranty and
the applicable warranty period, Brother will repair or replace the Product 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 Product 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 Products 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 Product and/or accompanying Consumable
and Accessory Items will be returned to you freight prepaid.

If the Product and/or accompanying Consumable and Accessory Items are not covered
by this warranty (either stage), you will be charged for shipping the Product and/or
accompanying Consumable and Accessory Items back to you and charged for any
service and/or replacement parts/Product at Brother's then current rates.

Identification: Brother shall be allowed to place identification marks on equipment
covered and repaired under this agreement.

if you first reported the problem within

Limitations:

Brother is not responsible for damage to or loss of any equipment, media, programs or
data related to the use of this Product. Except for the 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
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DISCLAIMED.

• This Limited Warranty is the only warranty that Brother is giving for this Product. 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 this Product
and your bill of sale date, (2) describe the change to this warranty and (3) agree to make
that change.

Should you have questions, or need information about your Brother Product, we have a

Important Information

variety of support options for you to choose from:

USA-Customer Service:
Customer Service
1-800-255-0415

Customer Service
1-303-460-1628 (fax)

Website
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Supplies / Accessories
1-800-543-6144

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Record your model and serial number and your date and location of Purchase below for
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Product requires service.

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General Information ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 1
Safety Precautions •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 2

General Precautions •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 4

STEP1

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Getting started ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 6

1 Unpacking the TD-4000/4100N••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 6
2 Parts Description••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 7
3 LED Lamp••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 8
4 Flow for Creating Labels •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••9
5 Additional Functions••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 10

Printing the list of templates ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 10
P-touch Transfer Express•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 10
P-touch Template•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 10

6 Connecting the Power Supply••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 11
7 Setting the RD Roll •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 12
8 Using Interface Cables •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••14

STEP2

STEP2

Installing the software •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 15

1 Installing the Software for TD-4000 •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 15
2 Installing the Software for TD-4100N ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••17
3 Uninstalling Software and Printer Driver •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 24

Uninstalling P-touch Editor •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 24
Uninstalling the Printer Driver ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 24

4 Controlling with the ESC/P Commands ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 26

Available Commands ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 26
Serial Cables ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 26

5 Printing the Printer Settings••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••27

STEP3

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1 Maintenance ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••28
2 Troubleshooting•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 29
3 Main Specifications••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••32

Accessories (For USA Only) •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 33

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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.

If new versions of the TD-4000/4100N software become available, this manual may not
reflect the updated features. Therefore, you may find that the software and the contents
in this guide are different.
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 be differed depending on your OS or printer.

© 2009 Brother Industries Ltd.

Trademarks and Copyrights

The Brother logo is a registered trademark of Brother Industries, Ltd.
Brother is a registered trademark of Brother Industries, Ltd.
© 2009 Brother Industries, Ltd. All rights reserved.
Microsoft, Windows Vista, Windows Server and Windows are registered trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation, in the United States and/or other countries.
QR code is a registered trademark of DENSO WAVE Incorporated. QR Code Generating
Program Copyright © 2008 DENSO WAVE INCORPORATED. BarStar Pro Encode
Library (DataMatrix, MaxiCode, PDF417, RSS) 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.
Any trade names and product names of companies appearing on Brother products,
related documents and any other materials are all trademarks or registered trademarks
of those respective companies.

Symbols Used in this Guide

The symbols used throughout this guide are as follows:

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STEP

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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.

International ENERGY STAR® Compliance Statement

The purpose of the International ENERGY STAR® Program is to
promote the development and popularization of energy-efficient office
equipment.
As an ENERGY STAR
that this product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy
efficiency.

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Partner, Brother Industries, Ltd. has determined

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Read and understand all of these instructions and save them for later reference. Follow
all warnings and instructions marked on the product.

WARNING Tells you what to do to avoid the risk of injury.
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 about procedures you must follow to prevent damage to the machine.

DO NOT touch a given portion of the
product.

To use the machine safely

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
RD 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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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CAUTION

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

The Machine

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.

Power Cord

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

Cutter

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

Installation/Storage

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

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

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CAUTION

RD Roll

Be careful not to drop the RD Roll.
RD Rolls use thermal paper. Both the

label and print will fade with sunlight and
heat. Do not use RD Rolls for outdoor
use that requires durability.

The Machine

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

• Do not lift the machine by the RD Roll compartment cover. The cover could come off and

the machine could fall and become damaged.

• 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 interface cable (USB cable) included with the machine.

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

• Do not attempt to print labels while the RD roll compartment cover is open.

Power Cord

• You should put the machine near an easily accessible, standard electrical socket.

RD Roll

• Use only genuine Brother accessories and supplies (with mark).

• 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.

• RD Roll uses thermal paper so that 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 RD Rolls to direct sunlight, high temperatures, high humidity, or dust.

Store in a cool, dark place. Use the RD 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. In addition, never apply labels to

public or private property without permission.

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.

• The last label in an RD Roll may not be printed correctly. For this reason, the roll contains

more labels than that indicated on the package.

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

remain.

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

peeled off once attached.

CD-ROM and Software

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

• Do not put heavy objects 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.

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1 Unpacking the TD-4000/4100N

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

TD-4000/4100N

USB cable User's Guide

CD-ROM

AC Power cord

The plug may differ by countries.

RD Roll (Starter roll)

The Brother TD-4000/4100N includes two starter
rolls of labels:

• One starter roll of 4" (102 mm) Continuous

length label 6.5 ft (2 m)

• One starter roll of 2" × 1" (51 mm × 26 mm)

Die Cut Labels (60 labels)

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2 Parts Description

Feed button

ON/OFF button

Cut button

RD Roll compartment cover

LED lamp

Guide

Gap sensor

Scale

Power cord

USB port

Power port

<TD-4000>

Main power switch

Serial port

Power port

Serial port

LAN port

Power cord

<TD-4100N>

Main power switch

USB port

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Rear

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LED lamp on the Brother TD-4000/4100N indicates the current operating condition.

Lamp Condition
Not lit

Power is OFF.

Green lamp is lit

Green lamp is flashing

Orange lamp is lit

Orange lamp is flashing

Red lamp is lit

Red lamp is flashing

Power is ON.

Receiving the data from PC.

The roll cover is opened.
(Close the roll cover properly.)

Cooling
(Wait for temperature of print head to lower)

Activating the boot.
The program is not accurate.
(Please update the program correctly.)

Indicates one of the following errors.

• Label sensor error (End of RD Roll or label jam)

• Incorrect RD Roll installed

• Transmission error

Labels can be created by using P-touch Editor. For details, see Î the Software User's

4 Flow for Creating Labels

Guide in the CD-ROM.
Follow the procedure described below to prepare for making labels.
The following is the example for Windows Vista

Connect the Power Supply.

1

For details, see "Connecting the Power Supply" on page 11.

Install the software.

2

Install the printer driver to use the TD-4000/4100N as a printer with the PC and
install the label design software.
For TD-4000, see "Installing the Software for TD-4000" on page 15.
For TD-4100N, see "Installing the Software for TD-4100N" on page 17.

Connect the TD-4000/4100N to the PC.

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Specify the paper or label size.

4

From [Control Panel], click [Hardware and Sound] or [Printers and Other
Hardware], [Printers], right click on [Brother XX-XXXX], select [Printing
Preferences], under [Paper] tab to specify the paper and label settings (width,
length, label spacing, and paper width).
The list of paper sizes can be imported from other PC or exported to other PC, and
the print location and the print density can be adjusted.
For details, see the Software User's Guide in the CD-ROM.

Print labels.

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• Printing from the P-touch Editor

Start the P-touch Editor to create labels.

• Printing from other applications

Choose [File] - [Print]. (The printing procedure may differ depending on the
application being used.)

For details, see the Software User's Guide in the CD-ROM.

STEP

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STEP

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Reference Installing the software

STEP1 Getting started

5 Additional Functions

Printing the list of templates

P-touch Transfer Express

P-touch Template

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The TD-4000/4100N is equipped with memory so label templates can be saved inside
the printer.
You can print a list of these label templates (maximum of 99) so that you can see which
label templates are available.

Install a roll of labels with a width of 2" (50.8mm) or more.

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Press and hold the Feed button.

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The list of label templates is printed.

By using P-touch Transfer Express, label templates can easily be transferred to the TD­4000/4100N via USB.
After the label template has been created by the administrator, it can be distributed to
users together with P-touch Transfer Express.
The user can then use P-touch Transfer Express to transfer the label template to the TD­4000/4100N.
For details, see the "Software User's Guide" in the manuals folder of the included CD­ROM.

Sending the P-touch Template command to the TD-4000/4100N allows the selection and
printing of transferred templates to be controlled from the host devices.
The types of host device are as below.

• Scale, Measurement device

• Medical measurement device

• Barcode reader

The latest command tool can be downloaded from the following website.
http://solutions.brother.com
[Select your region/country] - [Choose your product] - [Downloads]

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6 Connecting the Power Supply

Off

The plug may differ by countries.

• Check that the electrical outlet is 120V AC before plugging the power cord.

• Do not connect the TD-4000/4100N to the computer until directed to do so when

installing the printer driver.

• Unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet after you have finished using the

TD-4000/4100N.

• Do not pull the power cord when unplugging it from the electrical outlet. The wire in

the power cord may become damaged.

Check that the main power switch is turned

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off.

Connect the power cord to the

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TD-4000/4100N.

Plug the power cord into an electrical outlet.

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Introduction

STEP

1

Getting started

STEP

2

Turn the main power switch on.

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STEP

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Reference Installing the software

STEP1 Getting started

7 Setting the RD Roll

Gap sensor

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1

2

Press and hold the ON/OFF button ( ) to
turn the TD-4000/4100N off. Pull up the left
and right levers on the TD-4000/4100N under
the RD Roll compartment cover, and open
the RD Roll compartment cover.

Squeeze the green lever and adjust the
guide to fit the width of the RD roll. Use the
scale molded in the rear compartment to
assist positioning this guide.

Slide the end of the RD roll under

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the gap (media) sensor.

If the end of the RD roll has not been
fed under the gap (media) sensor, the
TD-4000/4100N may not be able to
detect the media properly.

Insert a RD roll into the roll compartment upside

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down with the labels feeding from the bottom as
shown.
Check the position of the roll guide and adjust it to
prevent the RD roll from moving sideways.

Incorrect insertion of the RD roll will not print on the correct
side of the label.

Position the end of the RD roll to

Black plastic
cutter guard

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touch the black plastic cutter guard.

Close the RD Roll compartment cover.

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Press and hold the ON/OFF button ( ) to turn the TD-4000/4100N

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on.

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Introduction

STEP

1

Getting started

STEP

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Die cut label

Press the Feed button.

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The printer will position the label to the correct starting position.
You are now ready to print.

Continuous length label

Press the Feed button twice and the Cut button.

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The printer will position the label to the correct starting position.
You are now ready to print.

If the media does not load properly, trim off some of the media to produce straight
edge and repeat this loading procedure.

STEP

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Reference Installing the software

STEP1 Getting started

8 Using Interface Cables

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RS-232C cable and Network cable are not standard accessories.
Select the appropriate cable for the interface.

• USB cable

Use the enclosed interface cable.

• RS-232C cable

Do not use an interface cable that is longer than 6 feet (2.0 meters).
For details, see "Controlling with the ESC/P Commands" on page 26.

• Network cable (TD-4100N)

Use a straight-through Category5 (or greater) twisted-pair cable for 10BASE-T or
100BASE-TX Fast Ethernet Network.

Important

For USB interface, the included USB interface cable should be used to
ensure compliance with the limits for EMC.
For serial and network interfaces, 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 LAN connection

Connect this product to a LAN connection that is not subjected to overvoltages.

• Caution for RS-232C connection

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

Installing the software

1 Installing the Software for TD-

4000

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2
3
4

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The procedure for installing the software varies depending on the OS of the computer.
Install procedure is subject to change without notice.

Please note: It is important you do not connect the printer to the computer until

directed to do so.
This section explains how to install P-touch Editor 5.0, the Printer Driver and the User's
Guide using the Standard Installation option.
The following is the example for Windows Vista

Start the computer and put the CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive.

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2

If it does not start up automatically, open the files on the CD-ROM and double
click on "Setup.exe".

Click "Standard Installation".

Installation items:

Standard Installation

P-touch Editor 5.0,
Printer Driver, and
Software User's Guide (PDF)

Custom Installation

Individually install P-touch Editor

5.0, Printer Driver or Software
User's Guide (PDF).

Display User's Guide

The Software User's Guide (PDF)

Adobe

Link to the download page for Adobe

Reader Download

®

.

®

Reader® will be displayed.

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Introduction

STEP

1

Getting started

STEP

2

Read the license agreement and click [Yes] if you agree with the

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terms and conditions.

Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the Standard

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Installation.

STEP

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Reference Installing the software

STEP2 Installing the software

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Put a check mark in the box next to the

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Add-in programs you want to install, and
click [Next].

Make sure that you closed all Microsoft®
Office
For details on the Add-in, see the "Software
User's Guide (PDF)".

Click [OK] and follow the on-screen

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instructions for installing the printer
driver.
When instructed, connect the printer
to finish the printer driver installation.

For USB installation, it is important you do
not connect the printer to the computer
until directed to do so.

Select a registration method and click [Next].

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• If you choose "Yes, display the page", you will go to the online user registration

page before finishing the installation. (recommended)

• If you choose "No, do not display the page", you will continue the installation.

applications.

When instructed to download the optional tools, select your choice

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and click [Next].

• If you choose "Yes, display the page", you will go to the web site "solutions center"

page before finishing the installation. (recommended)
[Select your region/country] - [Choose your product] - [Downloads]

• If you choose "No, do not display the page", you will continue the installation.

To download the optional tools later, you can find them on this Web site:
http://solutions.brother.com
[Select your region/country] - [Choose your product] - [Downloads]

Click [Finish].

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The software installation is now complete.

When you are asked to restart the computer, choose "Restart" and click
[Finish].

Start the software.

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Click [Start] - [All Programs (Programs)] - [Brother P-touch] - [P-touch Editor 5.0] to
start P-touch Editor.

For details on software, see Î"Software User's Guide (PDF)".

You can find the Software User's Guide (PDF) by clicking [Start] - [ALL Programs

(Programs)] - [Brother P-touch] - [Manuals] - [TD-4000] - [Software User's Guide].

Installing the Software

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4100N

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Introduction

The procedure for installing the software varies depending on the OS of the computer.
Install procedure is subject to change without notice.

Please note: It is important you do not connect the printer to the computer until

directed to do so.
This section explains how to install P-touch Editor 5.0, the Printer Driver and the User's
Guide using the Standard Installation option.
The following is the example for Windows Vista

Start the computer and put the CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive.

1

2

If it does not start up automatically, open the files on the CD-ROM and double
click on "Setup.exe".

Click "Standard Installation".

Installation items:

Standard Installation

P-touch Editor 5.0,
Printer Driver, Software User's
Guide (PDF), and Network User's
Guide (PDF)

Custom Installation

Individually install P-touch Editor

5.0, Printer Driver or User's Guide
(PDF).
When the user's guide is selected, Software User's Guide (PDF) and
Network User's Guide (PDF) is installed.

Utility Installation

BRAdmin Light

User's Guide

Software User's Guide (PDF), Network User's Guide (PDF), and link to the
download page for Adobe

®

®

Reader®.

.

STEP

1

Getting started

STEP

2

STEP

3

Read the license agreement and click [Yes] if you agree with the

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terms and conditions.

Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the Standard

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Installation.

Reference Installing the software

STEP2 Installing the software

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Put a check mark in the box next to the

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Add-in programs you want to install, and
click [Next].

Make sure that you closed all Microsoft®
Office applications.
For details on the Add-in, see the "Software
User's Guide (PDF)".

Click [OK].

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Then, choose your connection method
and click [Next].

Connection method:

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Local Printer with USB cable

See "For USB interface cable users" on
page 19.

Brother Peer-to-Peer Network Printer

Check the LAN cable is connected to the
printer.
See "For network interface cable users" on page 20.

Network Shared Printer

Check the LAN cable is connected to the printer.
See "For shared network printer users" on page 21.

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