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Epson C51CD69070 User Manual

LabelWorks LW-600P User's Guide

Contents

LabelWorks LW-600P User's Guide........................................................................................................... 7
Introduction to Your LabelWorks Printer .................................................................................................. 8
Setting Up the Printer................................................................................................................................ 11
Using the Label Printer With Your Mobile Device................................................................................... 17
Using the Printer With Your Computer.................................................................................................... 20
Product Box Contents .......................................................................................................................... 8
Notations Used in the Documentation.................................................................................................. 9
Label Printer Parts................................................................................................................................ 9
Connecting the AC Adapter................................................................................................................ 11
Enabling Bluetooth Discovery Mode................................................................................................... 17
Connecting the Label Printer to Your Mobile Device.......................................................................... 18
Connecting the Printer to Your Android Device ............................................................................. 18
Connecting the Printer to Your iOS Device.................................................................................... 19
Using Label Editor for Windows ......................................................................................................... 20
Getting Started With Label Editor .................................................................................................. 21
Installing Label Editor................................................................................................................ 21
Starting Label Editor ................................................................................................................. 21
Label Editor Main Window ........................................................................................................ 23
Label Editor Toolbars................................................................................................................ 24
Designing Labels With Label Editor............................................................................................... 26
Creating a Basic Label in Label Editor ...................................................................................... 27
Setting Default Preferences in Label Editor .............................................................................. 30
Working With Blocks in Label Editor ......................................................................................... 30
Adding Borders in Label Editor ................................................................................................. 32
Inserting Images in Label Editor................................................................................................ 33
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Inserting Symbols in Label Editor.............................................................................................. 34
Inserting Barcodes in Label Editor............................................................................................ 35
Inserting QR Codes in Label Editor........................................................................................... 37
Inserting Tables in Label Editor................................................................................................. 39
Inserting the Date and Time in Label Editor.............................................................................. 40
Inserting a Background Pattern in Label Editor......................................................................... 41
Inserting Lines and Shapes in Label Editor............................................................................... 43
Inserting Text Art in Label Editor............................................................................................... 45
Editing Layout in Label Editor ................................................................................................... 46
Editing Text Design in Label Editor........................................................................................... 48
Creating Special Format Labels Using Label Editor ...................................................................... 48
Creating Labels from Imported Data in Label Editor ................................................................. 49
Creating Ribbons With Repeated Patterns in Label Editor........................................................ 53
Creating Equipment Management Labels in Label Editor......................................................... 54
Using the Label Editor Catalog ................................................................................................. 56
Creating Numbered Label Sequences in Label Editor .............................................................. 58
Printing Labels With Label Editor................................................................................................... 60
Printing Labels in Label Editor .................................................................................................. 60
Label Editor Printer Settings ..................................................................................................... 62
Print-Paste Printing in Label Editor........................................................................................... 65
Using Label Editor Lite for OS X......................................................................................................... 68
Getting Started With Label Editor Lite............................................................................................ 68
Installing Label Editor Lite......................................................................................................... 68
Starting Label Editor Lite........................................................................................................... 69
Label Editor Lite Main Window.................................................................................................. 70
Designing Labels With Label Editor Lite........................................................................................ 71
Setting Default Preferences in Label Editor Lite........................................................................ 71
Creating a Basic Label in Label Editor Lite................................................................................ 73
Formatting Text in Label Editor Lite .......................................................................................... 74
Inserting Images in Label Editor Lite......................................................................................... 75
Inserting the Date and Time in Label Editor Lite........................................................................ 76
Adding Borders in Label Editor Lite........................................................................................... 76
Inserting QR Codes in Label Editor Lite.................................................................................... 77
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Using the Label Editor Lite Wizard............................................................................................ 78
Feeding and Cutting the Tape in Label Editor Lite......................................................................... 79
Printing Labels With Label Editor Lite............................................................................................ 80
Applying Your Labels................................................................................................................................ 81
Iron-on Labels.................................................................................................................................... 82
Applying Iron-on Labels................................................................................................................. 82
Iron-on Label Tips.......................................................................................................................... 83
Cleaning the Printer .................................................................................................................................. 85
Solving Problems...................................................................................................................................... 87
Checking for Software Updates.......................................................................................................... 87
Product Error Messages..................................................................................................................... 87
Solutions to Problems With Saved Labels.......................................................................................... 91
Where to Get Help.............................................................................................................................. 92
Technical Specifications .......................................................................................................................... 94
Label Editor Software System Requirements..................................................................................... 94
Mobile Device System Requirements................................................................................................. 95
Notices ....................................................................................................................................................... 98
General Label Printer Safety Instructions...................................................................................... 98
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Tape Cartridge Safety Instructions................................................................................................ 99
AC Adapter Safety Instructions.................................................................................................... 100
Battery Safety Instructions........................................................................................................... 100
FCC Compliance Statement............................................................................................................. 101
Trademarks...................................................................................................................................... 102
Copyright Notice............................................................................................................................... 102
Copyright Attribution.................................................................................................................... 103
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LabelWorks LW-600P User's Guide
Welcome to the LabelWorks LW-600P User's Guide.
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Introduction to Your LabelWorks Printer

See these sections to learn more about your label printer and this manual.
Product Box Contents Notations Used in the Documentation Label Printer Parts

Product Box Contents

Make sure your label printer box included all of these parts:
1 Printer 2 Sample tape cartridge 3 AC adapter 4 USB cable
Parent topic: Introduction to Your LabelWorks Printer
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Notations Used in the Documentation

Follow the guidelines in these notations as you read your documentation:
• Warnings must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury.
• Cautions must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment.
• Notes contain important information about your label printer.
• Tips contain additional label printing information.
Parent topic: Introduction to Your LabelWorks Printer

Label Printer Parts

Front
1 The power button 2 The error light 3 The battery light 4 The Bluetooth light 5 Tape cover tab
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6 Tape ejection slot 7 Tape cover
Back
1 Bluetooth button 2 Power port 3 USB port 4 Battery cover 5 Security cable attachment point
Parent topic: Introduction to Your LabelWorks Printer
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Setting Up the Printer

Follow the instructions in these sections to set up your label printer.
Connecting the AC Adapter Installing Batteries Inserting and Removing Tape Cartridges Turning the Printer On and Off

Connecting the AC Adapter

Use the AC adapter to power the printer without batteries.
1. Connect the adapter to the printer's AC adapter port.
2. Plug the other end of the adapter into an electrical outlet
Parent topic: Setting Up the Printer

Installing Batteries

You can use batteries instead of the AC adapter when you are not near a power source. The printer requires 6 AA alkaline batteries.
Caution: Make sure the power is off before you install batteries.
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Note: Batteries are not included.
1. Press the tab and open the battery cover.
2. Insert the batteries with the + and – ends facing as shown.
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3. Replace the battery cover.
Parent topic: Setting Up the Printer

Inserting and Removing Tape Cartridges

You can use LabelWorks tapes with widths ranging from approximately 0.25 inch (6 mm) to 1 inch (24 mm). Use only tape cartridges with this mark:
For a complete list of available tape cartridges, go to epson.com/labelworks (U.S.) or
epson.ca/labelworks (Canada).
1. Make sure the power is off before you install or remove a tape cartridge.
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2. Remove any slack from the tape using a pencil or pen.
3. Lift up the tape cover.
4. Insert the cartridge as shown and press it down firmly until it snaps into place. Make sure the end of the tape slides into the ejection slot.
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5. Close the tape cover.
To remove a tape cartridge, open the cover, grasp the sides of the tape, then lift it out of the printer.
Parent topic: Setting Up the Printer
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Turning the Printer On and Off

Make sure the AC adapter is connected or batteries are installed.
• To turn on the printer, press the power button.
The Bluetooth light turns on. Note: The Bluetooth light flashes at differing intervals depending on the Bluetooth status.
• To turn off the printer, press the power button.
The printer turns off automatically if it is not used within these time periods:
• 8 hours on AC power
• 20 minutes on battery power
Parent topic: Setting Up the Printer Related references
Product Error Messages
Related tasks
Connecting the AC Adapter Installing Batteries
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Using the Label Printer With Your Mobile Device

Follow the instructions in these sections to use the label printer with your mobile device.
Installing iLabel Enabling Bluetooth Discovery Mode Connecting the Label Printer to Your Mobile Device

Installing iLabel

Download the Epson iLabel app from the Google Play Store or the App StoreSM.
Parent topic: Using the Label Printer With Your Mobile Device

Enabling Bluetooth Discovery Mode

Check that Bluetooth is enabled on the printer before connecting. The Bluetooth light pulses when Bluetooth is enabled.
If Bluetooth is disabled, enable it by following the steps below:
1. Press the power button to turn off the printer.
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2. Press the power button and the Bluetooth button at the same time.
The printer powers on and the Bluetooth light pulses.
3. Pair your device to the printer using the instructions for your device's operating system.
Parent topic: Using the Label Printer With Your Mobile Device

Connecting the Label Printer to Your Mobile Device

Follow the instructions in these sections to connect the printer to your mobile device.
Connecting the Printer to Your Android Device Connecting the Printer to Your iOS Device
Parent topic: Using the Label Printer With Your Mobile Device Related references
Solutions to Problems Pairing with Bluetooth

Connecting the Printer to Your Android Device

You can connect the label printer to your Android device using Bluetooth.
1. Turn on your mobile device.
2. Go to Settings > Wireless & Network and turn on Bluetooth.
3. Wait while your device scans for the printer. The printer is displayed when your device finds it.
4. Tap the printer.
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Pairing is complete when the printer is listed in the paired devices list. Note: The Bluetooth icon in the status bar on your device does not change after pairing is
complete, nor does the connection status display on the Bluetooth settings screen.
5. Open iLabel.
6. Tap the icon.
7. Tap Printer.
8. Tap LW-600P.
The printer is ready to use when you see this icon on the main screen of iLabel:
Parent topic: Connecting the Label Printer to Your Mobile Device

Connecting the Printer to Your iOS Device

You can connect the label printer to your iOS device using Bluetooth.
1. Turn on your mobile device.
2. Go to Settings > Bluetooth and turn on Bluetooth.
3. Wait while your device scans for the printer. The printer is displayed under Devices when the printer is found.
4. Tap the printer.
Pairing is complete when the Bluetooth light on the printer is lit (not flashing).
Parent topic: Connecting the Label Printer to Your Mobile Device
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Using the Printer With Your Computer

Follow the instructions in these sections to use the label printer with your computer.
Connecting the Printer to Your Computer Using Label Editor for Windows Using Label Editor Lite for OS X

Connecting the Printer to Your Computer

To use the software with your LabelWorks printer, you need to connect the printer to your computer with the included USB cable.
1. After you install the software (or during the software installation if prompted), connect the USB cable to the printer and your computer.
2. Press the power button on the printer.
Parent topic: Using the Printer With Your Computer

Using Label Editor for Windows

The Label Editor software makes it easy to create labels and ribbons using your Windows computer, as described in these sections.
Getting Started With Label Editor Designing Labels With Label Editor Creating Special Format Labels Using Label Editor Printing Labels With Label Editor
Parent topic: Using the Printer With Your Computer
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Getting Started With Label Editor

Follow the instructions in these sections to get started using Label Editor for Windows.
Installing Label Editor Starting Label Editor Label Editor Main Window Label Editor Toolbars
Parent topic: Using Label Editor for Windows
Installing Label Editor
Download the software from Epson's support website.Visit the driver download site (U.S. downloads or
Canadian downloads).
1. Follow the instructions on the screen to install both the application and the driver.
2. When you are prompted to connect the printer to your computer, connect it using the included USB cable.
Parent topic: Getting Started With Label Editor Related tasks
Connecting the Printer to Your Computer
Starting Label Editor
After you have installed the Label Editor software and connected the printer to your computer, you can start using Label Editor.
1. Double-click the Label Editor icon on your Windows Desktop. You see this window:
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Note: If you want to go directly to the main screen when you start Label Editor, check Do Not Display This Dialog at Startup.
2. Select your printer and tape width, if necessary.
3. Do one of the following and click OK (or click Cancel to go straight to the main Label Editor screen):
• To start with a blank label, select Horizontal Text.
• To create labels with text from a spreadsheet or other file, select Import (Horizontal Text).
• To start with a ready-made label from the catalog, select Label Catalog.
• To create an equipment management label or QR code label, select one of the Shortcut options.
• To open a previously created label, select Open File and locate the file on your computer, or
select View History and select from a list of existing labels.
Parent topic: Getting Started With Label Editor
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Label Editor Main Window
1 Operation guide bar 2 Edit toolbar 3 Text toolbar 4 Font box 5 Green handle 6 Label area (The red line indicates the area that will be printed.) 7 Workspace (You can temporarily move a block to this area outside the label.) 8 Font size box 9 Layout toolbar 10 Standard toolbar
Parent topic: Getting Started With Label Editor
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Label Editor Toolbars
The toolbars on the main window provide easy access to the main features of Label Editor.
Edit toolbar
Select a block for editing
Draw a line or shape on your label Click the arrow next to the icon to see the available shapes, including polygons, stars, freehand
lines, and Bézier curves Open a window that lets you design a table to insert on your label
Open a window that lets you design a ribbon with repeated text or graphic elements, to be printed on ribbon tape
Standard toolbar
Resize the selected block to fill the label area Cut the selected block
Delete the selected block Copy the selected block
Paste data from the clipboard
Undo the last action
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Redo the last undo action Open the properties window for the selected block
Feed the tape Feed and cut the tape
Layout toolbar
Rotate the selected block 90° counterclockwise Rotate the selected block 90° clockwise Center the selected block vertically on the label
Center the selected block horizontally on the label
Evenly distribute multiple blocks horizontally
Evenly distribute multiple blocks vertically
Align the selected block at the beginning of the label Align the selected block at the end of the label
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Text toolbar
Make the selected text bold Make the selected text italic Underline the selected text
Reverse the selected text and background (change black text on white background to white on black)
Change the text style Click the arrow next to the icon to select outlining and other special effects Align the text with the left side of the block
Align the text in the center of the block
Align the text with the right side of the block
Justify the text so it is spaced evenly in the block Change the text direction from horizontal to vertical by clicking the arrow next to the icon
Resize the text box to fit the contents
Resize the text to fill the text box
Parent topic: Getting Started With Label Editor

Designing Labels With Label Editor

Follow the instructions in these sections to design a variety of labels and ribbons.
Creating a Basic Label in Label Editor
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Setting Default Preferences in Label Editor Working With Blocks in Label Editor Adding Borders in Label Editor Inserting Images in Label Editor Inserting Symbols in Label Editor Inserting Barcodes in Label Editor Inserting QR Codes in Label Editor Inserting Tables in Label Editor Inserting the Date and Time in Label Editor Inserting a Background Pattern in Label Editor Inserting Lines and Shapes in Label Editor Inserting Text Art in Label Editor Editing Layout in Label Editor Editing Text Design in Label Editor
Parent topic: Using Label Editor for Windows
Creating a Basic Label in Label Editor
You can easily create a label with text and graphics and print it on your label printer.
1. Start Label Editor, select Horizontal Text, and click OK. You see a blank label on the main Label Editor screen:
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2. Enter text in the label, then click outside the label. You see your text on the label surrounded by a red line with green handles like this:
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3. To change the font and size, select the text box and select the font name and font size from the selection boxes. (You can use any font installed on your computer.)
4. To save your label, click the Save icon, enter a file name, and click Save.
5. When you are ready to print, click the Print icon. You see a window like this:
6. Select the number of labels you want in the Copies box.
7. Click OK to print.
Parent topic: Designing Labels With Label Editor Related tasks
Editing Layout in Label Editor
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Editing Text Design in Label Editor
Setting Default Preferences in Label Editor
You can define default settings for the Label Editor screen, text formatting and printing options, and other features.
1. Open the Settings menu and select Preferences. You see a window like this:
2. Select any of the tabs to display the available options.
3. Select the options you want to use as default settings.
4. To select colors, click the Color bar and select from the color chart that appears.
5. When you finish selecting default preferences, click OK. Note: Some settings take effect immediately, some are applied to the next object you create, and
others are applied the next time you start Label Editor.
Parent topic: Designing Labels With Label Editor
Working With Blocks in Label Editor
Every element that you can add to a label is a block. You can format individual blocks of text or other elements such as graphic symbols, dates, and tables.
1. To add a text block to a label, click the Text icon.
2. Begin typing anywhere on the workspace.
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