USER’S GUIDE
TD-2020
TD-2120N
TD-2130N
Before using this printer, be sure to read this User's
Guide.
We suggest that you keep this manual in a handy
place for future reference.
Please visit us at http://solutions.brother.com/,
where you can get product support and answers to
frequently asked questions (FAQs).
Version B
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Table of Contents
General Description...............................................................................................1
Power Supply.........................................................................................................3
Installer Screen................................................................................................5
USB Cable Connection....................................................................................5
Uninstalling the Printer Driver..............................................................................10
Operation Panel...................................................................................................12
Indicators.......................................................................................................12
Button Functions............................................................................................13
Inserting the RD Roll............................................................................................15
Checking the Sensor Position .......................................................................17
Cutting Roll Paper .........................................................................................18
Printing the Printer Setup Information..................................................................19
Connecting the Computer and Printer .................................................................21
USB Cable Connection..................................................................................21
Printing Solutions.................................................................................................22
Printing ................................................................................................................23
Making Prints Lighter or Darker.....................................................................23
Printer Driver Options ..........................................................................................24
About the Printer Setting Tool..............................................................................25
Using the Printer Setting Tool..............................................................................25
Settings Dialog Box .......................................................................................27
Menu Bar.......................................................................................................29
Bluetooth Tab ................................................................................................33
Device Settings....................................................................................................34
Settings Tabs.................................................................................................35
Menu Bar.......................................................................................................40
P-touch Template Settings ..................................................................................41
P-touch Template ..........................................................................................41
Paper Size Setup.................................................................................................44
Paper Size Setup Dialog Box ........................................................................44
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Distributing Paper Formats............................................................................47
Mass Storage Functions......................................................................................48
Mass Storage Feature...................................................................................48
Software Development Kit ...................................................................................50
Platen Roller Maintenance...................................................................................51
Indicators .............................................................................................................53
Overview..............................................................................................................55
Error Messages for Touch Panel Display (Optional)
(TD-2120N/2130N Only)............................................................................63
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Using the Touch Panel Display (Optional:PA-TDU-001)
General Description.............................................................................................69
LCD......................................................................................................................69
Printing With the Touch Panel Display ................................................................73
Touch Panel Display Settings..............................................................................74
Creating a Label Layout.......................................................................................78
Creating a Template......................................................................................78
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Selecting the Touch Panel.............................................................................83
Creating a One-Touch Panel.........................................................................85
Printing the Label.................................................................................................85
Replacing the Time/Date Battery.........................................................................89
Frequently Asked Questions................................................................................91
Product Specifications.........................................................................................92
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Using the WLAN Interface (Optional:PA-WI-001)
Installing the Printer Driver and Software ............................................................93
Configuration Using the Installer CD-ROM and Temporarily Using a USB
Cable .........................................................................................................94
Product Specifications.......................................................................................103
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Using the Bluetooth Interface (Optional:PA-BI-001)
Product Specifications.......................................................................................105
Using the Label Peeler (Optional:PA-LP-001)
Inserting the RD Roll..........................................................................................106
Printer Driver Settings .................................................................................109
After Printing................................................................................................110
Product Specifications.......................................................................................110
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Using the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery/Battery Base
Installing the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery.........................................................111
Charging the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery.........................................................112
Battery Indicator.................................................................................................115
Product Specifications.......................................................................................115
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Getting Started
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POWER indicator
(Power) button
Media exit
General Description
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Front
1
RD Roll compartment top cover
STATUS indicator
(Feed) button
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5
6
7
8
1
2
(Print) button
Cover release lever
Tear bar
When the printer is purchased, the tear bar
cover is installed.
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NOTE
• Before using the printer, remove the cover over
the tear bar.
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10
11
• Do not dispose of the removed cover.
In order to avoid injuries when the printer is not
being used, attach the cover to the tear bar.
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13
CAUTION
The tear bar is sharp. To avoid injury, do not
touch the tear bar.
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15
10 Print head
11 Transmissive/gap sensor
12 Media guide
13 Media tip guide
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14 Media guide adjustment lever
15 Platen roller
16 Reflective/black mark sensor
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Back
(TD-2020)
Options (TD-2120N/2130N only)
Touch panel display (PA-TDU-001)
WLAN interface (PA-WI-001)
Bluetooth interface (PA-BI-001)
Label peeler (PA-LP-001)
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1
Battery base (PA-BB-001)
1
RJ25 to DB9M serial adapter
(PA-SCA-001)
Rechargeable lithium-ion battery
2
3
(PA-BT-4000LI)
4 bay battery charger (PA-4BC-4000)
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(TD-2120N/2130N)
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2
3
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5
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2
3
4
5
External media feed slot
Serial port
Power connector
Mini-USB port
USB host port
(TD-2120N/2130N only)
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Ethernet network port
(TD-2120N/2130N only)
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d Press the (Power) button of the printer
Power Supply
1
to turn it on. The POWER indicator lights
in green, and the printer is in standby.
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This printer operates on either the AC
adapter (included) or the rechargeable Li-ion
battery (optional, TD-2120N/2130N only).
Use the power supply appropriate for your
intended use.
The AC adapter supplies power directly to the
printer, making it suitable for high-volume
printing.
With the rechargeable Li-ion battery installed,
this printer can be used in locations that do
not have AC power.
1
For details on using the rechargeable Li-ion
Battery/Battery Base (Optional:PA-BT-
4000LI/PA-BB-001) (TD-2120N/2130N only)
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1
2
AC adapter
Connecting to an AC Power
Outlet
AC power cord
1
Do not use the cords while they are
bundled.
Connect the AC adapter to the printer, and
then plug the AC power cord into an AC
power outlet to power the printer. Connect the
AC adapter in the same way when recharging
the rechargeable Li-ion battery.
a Connect the AC adapter to the printer.
b Connect the AC power cord to the AC
adapter.
c Connect the AC power cord to a nearby
AC power outlet (100 - 240 V,
50/60 Hz).
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If you are using Windows® 8, make sure the
default program to open PDF files is Adobe®
Reader® before using the CD-ROM.
Installing the Printer
Driver and Software
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Otherwise PDF files may not open and links
within PDF files may not work correctly. In
addition, make sure the default web browser
is Internet Explorer® before using the
CD-ROM. Otherwise links to websites may
not work.
The printer driver and software can be
installed using any of the following three
methods:
Wired LAN connection
(TD-2120N/2130N only) (page 7)
Before starting the installation, make
sure that you are logged on with
administrator rights.
Wireless LAN connection
(TD-2120N/2130N only) (if the WLAN
interface is attached)
In order to use a wireless LAN connection,
the WLAN interface (optional) must be
attached to the printer. For details on
attaching the WLAN interface (optional), see
its instruction manual.
For details on making a wireless LAN
connection, see Using the WLAN Interface
Windows® 7 is used in the following
procedures. The installation procedure may
differ depending on the operating system
being used. If an operating system other than
Windows® 7 is being used, read the
procedures with the screens replaced with
the corresponding screens for your operating
system. In addition, the installation procedure
is subject to change without notice.
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Getting Started
Installer Screen
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USB Cable Connection
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1
a Insert the installer CD-ROM into your
CD-ROM drive. If the language screen
appears, choose your language.
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NOTE
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3
4
5
• For Windows® XP/Windows
Vista®/Windows® 7:
If the installer screen does not
automatically appear, display the contents
of the CD-ROM drive folder, and then
double-click [start.exe].
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Standard Installation
• For Windows® 8:
Installs P-touch Editor 5.0, the printer driver,
P-touch Update Software, Printer Setting Tool,
the User's Guide, the Software User's Guide
and the Network User's Guide
If the installer screen does not
automatically appear, click [Run
start.exe] in the [Start] screen, or display
the contents of the CD-ROM drive folder
from the desktop, and then double-click
[start.exe].
(TD-2120N/2130N only).
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3
4
5
User’s Guides
Displays or installs the User's Guide, the
Software User's Guide and the Network User's
Guide (TD-2120N/2130N only).
b Click [Standard Installation].
Custom Installation
c Read the license agreement, and click
[Agree] if you agree to the terms and
conditions.
Allows P-touch Editor 5.0, the printer driver,
P-touch Update Software and Printer Setting
Tool to be individually selected for installation.
Advanced Applications
d Click [Install] to start the installation,
and then follow the on-screen
instructions.
Installs the BRAdmin Light utility
(TD-2120N/2130N only), or displays the
Brother Developer Center.
Brother Support
Displays the support website (Brother
Solutions Center).
NOTE
• The following installation procedures are
for “Standard Installation”.
• If this printer is connected to a computer
by a USB cable, the “Printer Setting
Tool” can be used to specify various
printer settings. In order to use the
“Printer Setting Tool” for specifying
printer settings, the printer driver must be
installed.
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e With TD-2120N/2130N:
When the screen for selecting the
connection method appears, select
[Local Connection (USB)], and then
click [Next].
To not check for new software
versions or update them, click [No],
NOTE
If you click [No] here, you can run the
P-touch Update Software at a more
convenient time to check for new software
versions and update them. Double-click
the P-touch Update Software icon on the
desktop. (Your computer must be
connected to the Internet.)
h The P-touch Update Software starts up.
If an application appears under [File
list], there is a new version of the
application. If the check box is
selected and [Install] is clicked, that
application can be installed. Wait
until a message appears indicating
that the installation has finished.
f When instructed, connect the printer to
the computer with the USB cable and
turn on the printer.
Installation automatically begins.
g The P-touch Update Software can be
used to check for updates. If [OK to use
P-touch Update Software to update
the software to the newest version?
(An Internet connection is required to
update.)] appears, click [Yes] or [No].
If no application appears under [File
list], the application currently
installed on the computer is the
newest version. There is no need to
update. Click [Close].
To check for new versions of the
software and to update them, click
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i When the screen for the online user
registration appears, click [OK] or
[Cancel].
d Read the license agreement, and click
[Agree] if you agree with the terms and
conditions.
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If you clicked [OK], you will go to the
online user registration page before
finishing the installation
e Click [Install] to start the installation,
and then follow the on-screen
instructions.
(recommended).
f When the screen for selecting the
connection method appears, select
[Wired Network Connection
If you clicked [Cancel], installation
continues.
j Click [Finish].
(Ethernet)], and then click [Next].
The installation is now complete.
NOTE
When you are asked to restart the
computer, click [Restart].
Wired LAN Connection
(TD-2120N/2130N only)
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a Connect the LAN cable to the printer,
and then turn on the printer.
b Insert the installer CD-ROM into your
CD-ROM drive. If the language screen
appears, choose your language.
g When the [Firewall/AntiVirus
detected] screen appears, select
[Change the Firewall port settings to
enable network connection and
continue with the installation.
(Recommended)], and then click
[Next].
NOTE
• For Windows® XP/Windows
Vista®/Windows® 7:
If the installer screen does not
automatically appear, display the contents
of the CD-ROM drive folder, and then
double-click [start.exe].
• For Windows® 8:
If the installer screen does not
automatically appear, click [Run
start.exe] in the [Start] screen, or display
the contents of the CD-ROM drive folder
from the desktop, and then double-click
[start.exe].
c Click [Standard Installation].
If you are not using the Windows®
Firewall, allow access using UDP ports
137 and 161.
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h Select the printer from the list, and then
click [Next].
• Depending on your security settings, a
Windows Security or antivirus software
window may appear when the printer or its
software is being used. Allow or permit the
installer to continue.
j The P-touch Update Software can be
used to check for updates. If [OK to use
P-touch Update Software to update
the software to the newest version?
(An Internet connection is required to
update.)] appears, click [Yes] or [No].
To check for new versions of the
software and to update them, click
NOTE
To not check for new software
versions or update them, click [No],
If this printer was not detected, the
following screen appears.
NOTE
If you click [No] here, you can run the
P-touch Update Software at a more
convenient time to check for new software
versions and update them. Double-click
the P-touch Update Software icon on the
desktop. (Your computer must be
connected to the Internet.)
Follow the on-screen instructions to check
the settings.
i Installation of the printer driver and
software begins.
DO NOT cancel any of the screens
during the installation. It may take a few
seconds for all screens to appear.
NOTE
• For Windows Vista®/Windows® 7/
Windows® 8 users:
When the [Windows Security] screen
appears, select the check box, and then
click [Install] to complete the installation
correctly.
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k The P-touch Update Software starts up.
Registering Paper Size
Information With the
Printer
If an application appears under [File
list], there is a new version of the
application. If the check box is
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1
selected and [Install] is clicked, that
application can be installed. Wait
until a message appears indicating
that the installation has finished.
Paper size information must be registered
with the printer for proper operation.
a Connect the computer to the printer with
a USB cable.
b With [Paper Size Setup] of the installed
“Printer Setting Tool”, specify the size
information (label width and length, label
spacing, etc.) for the media to be used,
and then add the paper format.
Settings can also be adjusted for
[Printing Reference Point
Adjustment] and [Energy Rank], and
[Import] or [Export] can be clicked to
perform the corresponding operations
with the added paper size information
list.
c Click [Register Paper Size With
Printer] from the [Option] button in the
[Paper Size Setup] dialog box to
register the paper size information with
the printer. For details, see Paper Size
If no application appears under [File
list], the application currently
installed on the computer is the
newest version. There is no need to
update. Click [Close].
l When the screen for the online user
registration appears, click [OK] or
[Cancel].
If you clicked [OK], you will go to the
online user registration page before
finishing the installation
(recommended).
If you clicked [Cancel], installation
continues.
m Click [Finish].
The installation is now complete.
NOTE
When you are asked to restart the
computer, click [Restart].
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d Right-click the [Printers] window, and
then click [Run as administrator] -
[Server Properties...].
Uninstalling the Printer
Driver
1
If the authorization confirmation window
appears, click [Continue].
If the [User Account Control] window
appears, type in the password, and then
click [OK].The [Print Server
Read “TD-XXXX” in the following steps as
your model name.
Perform this procedure only if printing from
the TD-XXXX is no longer necessary or when
re-installing the TD-XXXX printer driver.
Properties] window appears.
e Click the [Drivers] tab, select [Brother
TD-XXXX], and then click [Remove...].
Windows® XP
1
f Select [Remove driver and driver
package], and then click [OK].
a If the printer is connected to the
computer and is turned on, press and
hold the (Power) button to turn it off.
g Close the [Print Server Properties]
window. The printer driver has been
uninstalled.
b Click [Start] - [Control Panel] -
[Printers and Other Hardware] -
[Printers and Faxes].
Windows® 7
1
c Select [Brother TD-XXXX] and click
[File] - [Delete], or right-click the icon
and click [Delete].
a If the printer is connected to the
computer and is turned on, press and
hold the (Power) button to turn it off.
d Click [File] - [Server Properties]. The
[Print Server Properties] window
appears.
b Click
- [Devices and Printers].
c Select [Brother TD-XXXX] and click
[Remove device], or right-click the icon
and click [Remove device].
e Click the [Drivers] tab, and then select
[Brother TD-XXXX].Click [Remove].
f Close the [Print Server Properties]
window. The printer driver has been
uninstalled.
If a User Account Control message
appears, type in the password, and then
click [Yes].
d Select [Fax] or [Microsoft XPS
Document Writer] in the [Devices and
Printers] window, and then click [Print
server properties], which appeared on
the menu bar.
Windows Vista®
1
a If the printer is connected to the
computer and is turned on, press and
hold the (Power) button to turn it off.
e Click the [Drivers] tab, and then click
[Change Driver Settings]. If a User
Account Control message appears, type
in the password, and then click
b Click
- [Control Panel] - [Hardware
and Sound] - [Printers].
[Yes].Select [Brother TD-XXXX], and
then click [Remove...].
c Select [Brother TD-XXXX] and click
[Delete this printer], or right-click the
icon and click [Delete].
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f Select [Remove driver and driver
package], and then click [OK]. Follow
the on-screen instructions.
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g Close the [Print Server Properties]
window. The printer driver has been
uninstalled.
Windows® 8
1
a If the printer is connected to the
computer and is turned on, press and
hold the (Power) button to turn it off.
b Click [Control Panel] in [Apps] screen -
[Hardware and Sound] - [Devices and
Printers].
c Select [Brother TD-XXXX] and click
[Remove device], or right-click the icon
and click [Remove device].
If a User Account Control message
appears, type in the password, and then
click [Yes].
d Select [Fax] or [Microsoft XPS
Document Writer] in the [Devices and
Printers] window, and then click [Print
server properties], which appeared in
the menu bar.
e Click the [Drivers] tab, and then click
[Change Driver Settings]. If a User
Account Control message appears, type
in the password, and then click
[Yes].Select [Brother TD-XXXX], and
then click [Remove...].
f Select [Remove driver and driver
package], and then click [OK]. Follow
the on-screen instructions.
g Close the [Print Server Properties]
window. The printer driver has been
uninstalled.
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2
Operation Panel
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The operation panel consists of the following buttons and indicators.
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5
2 3 4
1
2
3
POWER indicator
(Power) button
(Feed) button
4
5
(Print) button
STATUS indicator
Indicators
2
The indicators light and blink to indicate the printer’s status. Each indicator may light or blink in
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Button Functions
2
Operation
(Power) button functions
Turn the printer on
While the printer is turned off, press the (Power) button. The
POWER indicator turns on.
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Turn the printer off
While the printer is turned on, press and hold the (Power) button
until the POWER indicator turns off. (If the [Auto Power Off] function
is specified in [Device settings] of the “Printer Setting Tool”, the
printer will turn off automatically after the specified period of inactivity.)
Operation
(Feed) button functions
Feed the paper
When the paper type is set to [Die-cut Label] or [Media With Marks]:
Press the
position.
(Feed) button to automatically feed the paper to the print
When the paper type is set to [Continuous Length Tape]:
Press the (Feed) button to feed the paper about 1" (25.4 mm).
The default setting is [Continuous Length Tape].
Use [Paper Size Setup] of the “Printer Setting Tool” to register the
paper size information with the printer. For details, see Registering
Establish a wireless LAN
connection (WPS)
(TD-2120N/2130N only)
With the wireless LAN connection enabled, press and hold (5
seconds) this button to easily establish a wireless LAN connection and
install the printer driver. However, your WLAN access point/router
must support Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS). For details, see One-Push
Switch the Bluetooth connection
(TD-2120N/2130N only)
With the wireless LAN connection disabled, press and hold (5
seconds) this button to switch between enabling and disabling the
Bluetooth connection. For details, see Connecting the Computer and
Operation
(Print) button functions
Perform the specified operation
With the printer idle, press this button to perform the operation
specified in [Device settings] of the “Printer Setting Tool”. For
Print the printer setup information Make sure that a roll is installed, and then hold down (at least 1
second) the (Print) button to begin printing the printer setup
information. For details, see Printing the Printer Setup Information
Execute a file stored in the mass With the printer in mass storage mode, press this button to execute a
storage area
command file stored in the mass storage area.
Resetting the incrementing field
Hold down the
(Print) button for at least 5 seconds, until the
POWER and STATUS indicators blink 3 times in orange.
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Functions using multiple
buttons
Operation
Start up the printer in mass
storage mode
While holding down the (Print) button, press and hold the (Power)
button to start up the printer in mass storage mode. For details, see
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Printing
c Insert an RD Roll into the RD Roll
compartment, and then close the RD
Roll compartment top cover.
Inserting the RD Roll
2
Use genuine Brother roll media.
Genuine Brother fanfold media is not
available at this time.
For an RD Roll
2
1
Insert the RD Roll so that the
labels feed with the side to be
printed on facing up (1), as
shown.
a Press and hold the (Power) button to
turn the printer off.
Press the cover release lever (1) on
either side and lift up to open the RD
Roll compartment top cover.
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1
b Open the media guides by lifting up the
media guide adjustment lever (1) and
pulling the media guides outwards.
Use RD Rolls with an outer roll
dimension of 5" (127 mm) or less.
Use RD Rolls designed for TD
series printers. Regardless of the
size, some RD Rolls may not be
usable.
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Insert the RD Roll facing the correct
direction. If the RD Roll is not
inserted correctly, the printer will not
print on the correct side of the paper
or label.
When using media with the labels
rolled up on the inside, insert the roll
in the opposite direction of that
that the print side of the labels will
face up.
NOTE
The media guides are shipped fully open
from the factory.
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While lifting up the media guide
adjustment lever (1), push in
both media guides (2) to fit the
width of the paper.
5
Close the RD Roll compartment
top cover by pressing it in the
center.
Press down until it snaps into
place.
1
2
For fanfold paper
3
Feed the end of the RD Roll
under the media tip guides (1).
1
Insert the fanfold paper in the
direction shown.
1
1
4
Position the end of the paper
centered over the platen roller
and slightly out of the media
exit.
1
Print side
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2
Feed the end of the fanfold
paper under the media tip
guides (1).
d Press the (Power) button to turn the
printer on.
NOTE
If the paper size information for the die-cut
labels being used has been registered
1
2
with the printer, pressing the
(Feed)
button will position the label at the correct
starting position. For details, see
Checking the Sensor Position
2
Check the sensor position for the type of
paper being used.
With die-cut labels that have no black
mark, the transmissive/gap sensor
detects the beginning of the label and
feeds the label to the correct position.
3
4
Position the end of the paper
centered over the platen roller
and slightly out of the media
exit.
With receipt paper that has no black mark,
the reflective/black mark sensor detects if
paper has run out.
With media that has a black mark, the
reflective/black mark sensor detects the
mark and feeds the media to the correct
position.
Close the RD Roll compartment
top cover by pressing it in the
center.
Press down until it snaps into
place.
With no black mark
Die-cut labels
Align on the sensor with on the printer. (See
Figure 1.)
Receipt paper
Width of 0.985"
(25 mm) or more
Align on the sensor with
Width less than
0.985" (25 mm)
Align on the sensor with
With a black mark
Align the black mark on the paper with the
centerline of the reflective/black mark sensor.
Make sure that there is at least 0.16" (4 mm) of
the black mark on the left and right of the
centerline for the reflective/black mark sensor.
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Figure 1
2
Figure 3
2
1
2
3
NOTE
The sensor is at this position immediately
after the printer is purchased.
4
5
Figure 2
2
1
2
3
4
5
Back of media
Black mark
0.16" (4 mm) or more
Centerline
Reflective/black mark sensor
NOTE
When using receipt paper with the
maximum width of 2.4" (63 mm), make a
black mark at least 0.35" (9 mm) long in
from either the left or right edge of the
paper so that the reflective/black mark
sensor can detect the black mark. If the
black mark is too short, it cannot be
detected by the reflective/black mark
sensor.
Cutting Roll Paper
2
Roll paper can be cut using the printer’s tear
bar. Pull one edge of the ejected paper up
and diagonally toward the other edge.
CAUTION
The tear bar is sharp. To avoid injury, do not
touch the tear bar.
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Printing the Printer Setup Information
2
You can use the
(Print) button to print a report that lists the following printer settings:
Program version
2
Printer usage history
Missing dot test pattern
List of transferred data
Communication settings
NOTE
• You can use [Device settings] of the “Printer Setting Tool” to set, in advance, which items
• The node name will also appear in the communication settings. The default node name is
“BRWxxxxxxxxxxxx”. (“xxxxxxxxxxxx” is based on your printer’s MAC address/Ethernet
address.)
a Make sure that a roll of 2.25" (57 mm) receipt paper has been loaded, and the RD Roll
compartment top cover is closed.
b Turn on the printer.
c Hold down (for at least 1 second) the (Print) button until the POWER indicator starts
blinking in green and the printer setup information is printed.
NOTE
• For printing the printer setup information, we recommend using 2.25" (57 mm) receipt paper.
The length required for printing differs depending on the information to be printed.
• The printer setup information can also be printed from [Device settings] of the “Printer
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Printer Setup Information Printing Sample
2
The printing sample is for illustrative purposes only.
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USB Cable Connection
2
Connecting the
Computer and Printer
2
Before connecting the printer to the
computer, install the printer driver.
The printer can be connected to your
computer using any of the methods listed
below.
2
a Before connecting the USB cable, make
sure that the printer is turned off.
USB cable connection
b Connect the printer end of the USB
cable to the mini-USB port on the back
of the printer.
Wired LAN connection (TD-2120N/2130N
only)
Serial cable connection
c Connect the other end of the USB cable
Wireless LAN connection
to the USB port on the computer.
(TD-2120N/2130N only)
Bluetooth connection (TD-2120N/2130N
only)
For details on connecting with the serial
cable, see Connecting the Computer and
For details on connecting with a wireless
LAN, see Connecting the Computer and
For details on connecting with Bluetooth, see
d Turn on the printer.
Wired LAN Connection
(TD-2120N/2130N only)
2
In order for the printer to use a static IP
address to communicate through a
wired LAN connection, the printer driver
and the “Printer Setting Tool” must
first be installed, and the wired LAN
connection settings must be specified.
For details, see Installing the Printer
a Before connecting the LAN cable, make
sure that the printer is turned off.
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b Connect the LAN cable to the ethernet
network port on the back of the printer,
and then turn on the printer.
Printing Solutions
2
Your printer can be used with several
versions of the Windows® operating systems.
NOTE
• The printer’s communication settings can
be changed with [Communication
settings] in the “Printer Setting Tool”.
For details, see Communication Settings
In most situations, the printer requires driver
software to communicate with your computer.
These drivers can be installed using the
setup CD-ROM. We recommend that you
visit the website to make sure that you have
the latest version of the drivers. The latest
versions can be downloaded from the Brother
Solutions Center website
• By using the “Printer Setting Tool”, the
communication settings can be changed
and easily applied to multiple printers. For
details, see Applying Setting Changes to
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g Click [Print] in the computer program’s
Printing
2
menu.
There are various methods for printing with
this printer. The following describes the
procedure for printing from a computer.
The POWER indicator blinks in green to
indicate that the printer is receiving data,
and the document is printed.
2
a Start P-touch Editor 5.0, and then open
the document to be printed.
h Turn the printer off. The POWER
indicator turns off.
For P-touch Editor 5.0 users: Refer to
the Software User’s Guide included on
the CD-ROM.
If you will continue using the printer, it is
unnecessary to turn it off each time.
b Check that the printer has the correct
power source. (Make sure that the AC
adapter is connected to an AC power
outlet or that a fully charged
Making Prints Lighter or
Darker
2
You can make prints lighter or darker by
adjusting the print density setting in the
printer driver’s dialog box or the “Printer
rechargeable Li-ion battery is installed.)
c Turn on the printer. The POWER
indicator lights in green.
When using the rechargeable battery,
changing the print density setting may result
in slight changes in printing speed and the
number of pages that can be printed on a
single charge.
1
2
1
2
POWER indicator
(Power) button
d Connect the printer to a computer.
For details on the connection methods
and procedures, see Connecting the
e Insert the RD Roll.
For details, see Inserting the RD Roll
Be sure to use genuine Brother roll
media.
f If necessary, change the print settings
using either the printer driver or the
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Printer Driver Options
2
You can configure various settings in the
printer driver’s dialog box, such as paper
size, number of copies, print quality, etc.
NOTE
You can also use the “Printer Setting
Tool” to configure more advanced
settings.
For details, see Printer Setting Tool
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Printer Setting Tool
3
3
About the Printer
Setting Tool
Using the Printer
Setting Tool
3
3
By using the “Printer Setting Tool”, the
printer’s communication settings, device
settings, P-touch Template settings and
paper size settings can be specified from the
computer.
a Connect the printer to be configured to
3
the computer.
b For Windows® XP/Windows
Vista®/Windows® 7: From the Start
menu, click [All Programs] - [Brother] -
[Label & Mobile Printer] - [Printer
Setting Tool].
NOTE
The “Printer Setting Tool” is installed at
the same time as other software such as
the printer driver. For details, see Installer
For Windows® 8: Click the [Printer
Setting Tool] icon on the [Start] or
[Apps] screen.
The main window appears.
The “Printer Setting Tool” is available
only with compatible Brother printers.
1
Before Using the Printer
Setting Tool
3
2
Make sure that the AC adapter is
connected to an AC power outlet or that
the rechargeable battery is fully charged.
3
4
Make sure that the printer driver has been
installed and is functional.
Connect this printer to a computer with a
5
6
USB cable.
With this tool, settings cannot be specified
using a wired LAN, wireless LAN or
Bluetooth connection.
1
Printer
Select the printer to be configured. If only
one printer is connected, it is
unnecessary to make a selection since
only that printer will appear.
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Communication settings
(TD-2120N/2130N only)
d Select the item for the settings to be
specified, and then specify or change
the settings in the dialog box that
appeared.
Specify wired LAN, wireless LAN and
Bluetooth communication settings. The
wireless LAN and Bluetooth connections
can be used only if the corresponding
optional unit is attached to the printer and
connection settings are completed.
For details on the settings dialog boxes,
In order to open [Communication
settings], you must be logged on with
administrator rights.
e After changing the settings, click
[Apply] - [Exit] in the settings dialog box
to apply the settings to the printer.
3
Device settings
Specify printer device settings, such as
power settings and print settings.
Settings can also be specified for the
touch panel display (TD-2120N/2130N
only).
f Click [Exit] in the main window to finish
specifying settings.
Use the “Printer Setting Tool” to
configure the printer only when the
printer is in standby. The printer may
malfunction if you attempt to configure it
while it is handling a job.
In order to open [Device settings], you
must be logged on with administrator
rights.
4
5
P-touch Template settings
Specify P-touch Template settings.
Paper Size Setup
Add media information and settings to
the printer driver in order to use a size not
listed in the [Paper Size] list of the printer
driver.
In order to open [Paper Size Setup],
you must be logged on with
administrator rights.
6
Exit
Closes the window.
c Check that the printer to be configured
appears beside [Printer]. If a different
printer is displayed, select the desired
printer from the drop-down list.
NOTE
If only one printer is connected, it is
unnecessary to make a selection since
only that printer will appear.
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Items
Communication
Settings
When [Current Status] is selected, the current
settings appear in the settings display/change
area.
(TD-2120N/2130N only)
3
Select the item for the settings that you want to
change.
With [Communication settings] in the
“Printer Setting Tool”, the printer
3
4
Menu Bar
Select a command contained in each menu
from the list.
communication information can be specified
or changed when connecting the printer and
computer with a USB cable. Not only can you
change the communication settings for one
printer, but you can also easily apply the
same settings to multiple printers.
3
Printer
Selects the printer whose settings are to be
changed.
If only one printer is connected, it is
unnecessary to make a selection since only
that printer will appear.
Settings Dialog Box
3
5
6
Node Name
Displays the node name. The node name can
also be changed. (See Change Node
3
4
5
6
Settings Tabs
Click the tab containing the settings to be
specified or changed.
1
If
appears in the tab, the settings in that
tab will not be applied to the printer.
2
7
7
Settings Display/Change Area
Displays the current settings for the selected
item. Change the settings as necessary using
the drop-down menus, direct entry or other
appropriate methods.
8
9
8
9
Refresh
10
Click to update the displayed settings with the
most recent information.
1
Disable these settings
Exit
When this check box is clicked,
appears
Exits [Communication settings], and returns
to the main window of the “Printer Setting
Tool”.
in the tab, and the settings can no longer be
specified or changed.
The settings in a tab where
appears will
Settings are not applied to printers if the
[Exit] button is clicked without clicking
the [Apply] button after changing
settings.
not be applied to the printer even if [Apply] is
clicked. In addition, the settings in the tab will
not be saved or exported when the [Save in
Command File] or [Export] command is
executed.
To apply the settings to the printer or save or
export them, be sure to clear the check box.
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10 Apply
Click [Apply] to apply the settings to the
printer.
To save the specified settings in a command
file, select [Save in Command File] from the
drop-down menu. The saved command file can
be used with the mass storage feature to apply
the settings to a printer. (See Mass Storage
Clicking [Apply] applies all settings in
all tabs to the printer.
If the [Disable these settings] check
box is selected, the settings in that tab
are not applied.
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Printer Setting Tool
Menu Bar
3
1
2
3
4
3
5
6
7
8
9
10
1
2
Apply Settings to the Printer
The saved communication settings
commands are only intended to be
used for applying settings to a
printer. The settings cannot be
applied by importing this command
file.
Applies the settings to the printer.
Save Settings in Command File
Saves the specified settings in a command file.
The file extension is “.bin”.
The saved command file can be used with the
mass storage feature to apply the settings to a
printer. (See Mass Storage Functions
Saved command files contain
authentication keys and passwords.
Take necessary measures to
protect saved command files, such
as by saving them in a location that
cannot be accessed by other users.
NOTE
If the [Disable these settings] check box is
selected, the settings in that tab are not saved.
Do not send the command file to a
printer whose model was not
specified when the command file
was exported.
The following information is not
saved with the settings commands.
3
Import
Import from the current computer
• Node name
wireless settings
• IP address, subnet mask and
default gateway (when the IP
address is set to [STATIC])
Imports the settings from the computer.
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Automatically restart the printer after
applying new settings
NOTE
• Only personal security authentication settings
(open system, public key authentication and
WPA/WPA2-PSK) can be imported. Enterprise
security authentication (such as LEAP and
EAP-FAST) and WPA2-PSK (TKIP) settings
cannot be imported.
If this check box is selected, the printer
automatically restarts after communication
settings are applied.
If this check box is cleared, printers must be
manually restarted.
• If multiple wireless LANs are enabled for the
computer being used, the first wireless settings
(only personal settings) that are detected will
be considered for the import data.
NOTE
When configuring multiple printers, you can
reduce the time required to change settings by
clearing this check box. In this case, we
recommend selecting this check box when
configuring the first printer so that you can
confirm that each setting is operating as
intended.
• Only settings (communication mode, SSID,
authentication method, encryption mode and
authentication key) from the [Wireless LAN]
tab - [Wireless Settings] pane can be
imported.
6
Automatically detects the connected
printer, and retrieves the current settings.
Select a Profile to import
Imports the exported file and applies the
settings to a printer.
If this check box is selected and a printer is
connected to the computer, the printer is
automatically detected and the printer’s current
settings are displayed in the [Current Status]
pane.
Click [Browse] to display a dialog box for
browsing for the file. Select the file to be
imported. The settings in the selected file
appear in the settings display/change area.
NOTE
NOTE
If the model of the connected printer is different
• All settings, such as wireless settings or
TCP/IP settings, can be imported. However,
node names cannot be imported.
than that of the printer shown in the [Printer]
drop-down list, the settings available on all tabs
change to match the connected printer.
• Only profiles that are compatible with the
selected printer can be imported.
7
8
9
Change Node Name/Bluetooth Device
Name
• If the imported profile’s IP address is set to
[STATIC], change the IP address of the
imported profile, if necessary, so that it does
not duplicate the IP address of an existing
printer on the network whose settings have
been completed.
Allows each node name to be changed.
Reset to Default Communication Settings
Returns the communication settings to their
factory defaults.
Display Help
4
Export
Displays the Help.
Saves the current settings in a file.
10 About
Displays the version information.
NOTE
If the [Disable these settings] check box is
selected, the settings in that tab are not saved.
Exported files are not encrypted.
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4
Primary DNS Server IP Address/Secondary
DNS Server IP Address
Wired LAN/Wireless LAN
Tabs
3
You can only enter settings when the DNS
server is set to [STATIC].
TCP/IP (Wired)
3
Wireless Settings
3
3
1
2
1
2
3
4
5
3
4
6
7
8
1
2
Communication Mode
TCP/IP (Wireless)
3
Select [Ad-hoc] or [Infrastructure].
SSID (Network Name)
Click the [Search] button to display the SSID
selections in a separate dialog box.
3
4
Channel
Select from the displayed options.
1
2
Authentication Method/Encryption Mode
The supported encryption modes for the
various authentication methods are as shown
3
4
5
6
WEP Key
You can only specify a setting when WEP is
selected as the encryption mode.
1
2
Boot Method
Passphrase
Select [STATIC], [AUTO], [BOOTP], [DHCP]
or [RARP].
You can only specify a setting when WPA-
PSK, WPA2-PSK, or WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK is
selected as the authentication method.
IP Address/Subnet Mask/Gateway
Specify the various values.
You can only enter settings when the IP
address is set to [STATIC].
3
DNS Server Method
Select [STATIC] or [AUTO].
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User ID/Password
Authentication
Method
Encryption Mode
You can only specify settings when LEAP,
EAP-FAST, EAP-TTLS or EAP-TLS is selected
as the authentication method. In addition, with
EAP-TLS, it is not necessary to register a
password, but a client certificate must be
registered. To register a certificate, connect to
the printer from a web browser, and then
specify the certificate. For details on using a
web browser, see Web Based (Web Browser)
EAP-FAST/MS-CHAP TKIP
v2
AES
EAP-FAST/GTC
PEAP/MS-CHAPv2
PEAP/GTC
TKIP
AES
TKIP
AES
TKIP
AES
TKIP
AES
8
Display the key and password on-screen
EAP-TTLS/CHAP
If this check box is selected, keys and
passwords will be displayed in plain text (non-
encrypted text).
EAP-TTLS/MS-CHAP TKIP
AES
Communication Modes and
Authentication Methods/Encryption
Modes
EAP-TTLS/MS-
CHAPv2
TKIP
AES
TKIP
AES
TKIP
AES
3
EAP-TTLS/PAP
When [Communication Mode] is set to
[Ad-hoc]
EAP-TLS
Authentication
Method
Encryption Mode
Open System
None
WEP
To perform higher level security
settings:
When performing certificate verification
with EAP-FAST, PEAP, EAP-TTLS or
EAP-TLS authentication methods, the
certificate cannot be specified from the
Network Setting Tool. After the printer
has been set so that it can connect to
the network, specify the certificate by
accessing the printer from a web
browser.
When [Communication Mode] is set to
[Infrastructure]
Authentication
Method
Encryption Mode
Open System
None
WEP
WEP
TKIP
AES
AES
TKIP
AES
CKIP
TKIP
AES
Shared Key
WPA-PSK
For details on using a web browser, see
Web Based (Web Browser)
Management (TD-2120N/2130N only)
WPA2-PSK
WPA/WPA2-PSK
LEAP
EAP-FAST/NONE
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Printer Setting Tool
Bluetooth Tab
3
Applying Setting Changes to
Multiple Printers
3
a After applying settings to the first printer,
disconnect the printer from the
computer, and then connect the second
printer to the computer.
1
2
3
3
b Select the newly connected printer from
the [Printer] drop-down box.
4
5
NOTE
If the [Automatically detects the
connected printer, and retrieves the
current settings.] check box in the
[Option Settings] dialog box is selected,
the printer connected with the USB cable
is automatically selected.
1
2
3
Bluetooth usage
Select whether or not to enable a Bluetooth
connection.
For details, see Automatically detects the
Available settings: [Enable], [Disable(serial
port)]
Visible to Other Devices
Select whether the printer can be “discovered”
by other Bluetooth devices.
c Click the [Apply] button.
The same settings that were applied to
the first printer are applied to the second
printer.
Available settings: [Discoverable], [Not
Discoverable]
PIN code usage
If [Enable] is selected, the PIN code specified
here must also be stored on the computer in
order to communicate with the printer when
using Bluetooth. You can change the PIN code
if necessary.
NOTE
If the [Automatically restart the printer
after applying new settings] check box
is cleared, the printers will not be restarted
after the settings are changed, reducing
the time required to configure the printers.
However, we recommend selecting the
[Automatically restart the printer after
applying new settings] check box when
configuring the first printer so that you can
confirm that a connection with the access
point can be correctly established with the
settings. For details, see Automatically
Available settings: [Enable], [Disable]
4
5
Display the PIN code on-screen
If this check box is selected, PIN codes will be
displayed in computer windows.
Encrypt communication data
If this check box is selected, Bluetooth
communication data will be encrypted before it
is sent.
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Device Settings
3
whose settings you wish to change.
With [Device settings] in the “Printer
Setting Tool”, default printer settings as well
as settings for the touch panel display
(optional, TD-2120N/2130N only) can be
changed.
If the IP address is set to [STATIC], the
printer’s IP address will also be
changed to the same address as the
first printer.
Change the IP address if necessary.
When printing from a computer application,
various printing settings can be specified
from the printer driver; however, by using
[Device settings] in the “Printer Setting
Tool”, more advanced settings can be
specified.
NOTE
To save the current settings in a file, click
[File] - [Export].
The same settings can be applied to
another printer by clicking [File] - [Import],
then selecting the exported settings file.
When [Device settings] is opened, the
printer’s current settings are retrieved and
displayed. If the current settings could not be
retrieved, the previous settings are displayed.
If the current settings could not be retrieved
and previous settings have not been
specified, this tool’s default settings are
displayed.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
1
2
Menu Bar
Select a command contained in each menu
from the list.
Printer
Select the printer whose device settings are to
be specified.
If only one printer is connected, it is
unnecessary to make a selection since only
that printer will appear.
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3
Settings Tabs
Settings Tabs
3
Click the tab containing the settings to be
specified or changed.
Basic Tab
3
NOTE
• If
appears in the tab, the settings in that
tab cannot be specified or changed. In
addition, the settings in the tab will not be
applied to the printer even if [Apply] is clicked.
The settings in the tab will also not be saved or
exported when the [Save in Command File] or
[Export] command is executed.
1
3
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
• “Panel Settings (1)” and “Panel Settings (2)”
appear only if TD-2120N/2130N is selected for
[Printer]. Specify the settings when the touch
panel display (optional) is used.
10
11
4
Current Settings
Click this button to retrieve the settings from
the currently connected printer and display
them in the dialog box. Settings will also be
1
Disable these settings
When this check box is clicked,
appears
retrieved for parameters on tabs with
.
in the tab, and the settings can no longer be
specified or changed.
NOTE
When the [Current Date/Time] button is
The settings in a tab where
appears will
clicked, the current time is retrieved from the
computer and displayed for [Set Clock] in the
“Panel Settings (2)” tab. (In order to specify
the clock settings, the touch panel display must
be attached.)
not be applied to the printer even if [Apply] is
clicked. In addition, the settings in the tab will
not be saved or exported when the [Save in
Command File] or [Export] command is
executed.
To apply the settings to the printer or save or
export them, be sure to clear the check box.
5
Parameters
Displays the current settings. Change the
settings as necessary using the drop-down
menus, direct entry or other appropriate
methods.
2
3
4
Power On when Plugged in
Select whether or not the printer turns on
automatically when the AC power cord is
plugged into an AC power outlet.
6
7
Exit
Available settings: [Enable], [Disable]
Exits [Device settings], and returns to the
main window of the “Printer Setting Tool”.
Auto Power Off
Specify the amount of time that passes before
the printer turns off automatically.
Apply
Click [Apply] to apply the settings to the
printer.
Available settings: [None], 10 min. to 60 min.
(10 min. increments)
To save the specified settings in a command
file, select [Save in Command File] from the
drop-down menu.
Exit Position (TD-2120N/2130N only)
Select the media output location.
Available settings: [Tear], [Peeler]
The saved command file can be used with the
mass storage feature to apply the settings to a
printer. (See Mass Storage Functions
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6
Command Mode
Advanced Tab
3
Select the printer’s command format.
Available settings: [Raster], [ESC/P], [P-touch
Template]
Text Direction
1
2
Select the printing orientation.
Available settings: [Normal], [Inverted 180
Degrees]
3
4
5
6
This setting is applied only if the printer driver
is not used. If the printer driver is used, the
setting specified in the printer driver will be
applied.
7
Print Priority
Select the printer’s print quality.
Available settings: [Quality], [Speed]
1
Disable these settings
NOTE
[Print Priority] can also be changed using the
When this check box is clicked,
appears
printer driver, however, the setting will be
erased when the printer is turned off. If the
setting is changed using this tool, it will be
retained even when the printer is turned off.
Therefore, if you plan on printing without using
the printer driver, use this tool to change this
setting.
in the tab, and the settings can no longer be
specified or changed.
The settings in a tab where
appears will
not be applied to the printer even if [Apply] is
clicked. In addition, the settings in the tab will
not be saved or exported when the [Save in
Command File] or [Export] command is
executed.
8
9
Print Density
Adjust the printer’s printing density.
Available settings: -5–+5
To apply the settings to the printer or save or
export them, be sure to clear the check box.
Align Paper Leading Edge when the Cover
is Closed
2
Print Key Function
Select the operation that is performed when
Select whether or not the paper is
automatically fed when the cover is closed.
the
(Print) button is pressed.
If [Program Settings] is selected, click the
[File] button and select the command file.
Available settings: [Feed], [Do not Feed]
10 Printing Reference Point Adjustment
Available settings: [Print Template], [Printer
Information Report], [Disable Key],
[Program Settings]
Adjust the position of the reference point (point
of origin for printing). This corrects printing
misalignments resulting from differences in
printer models or from the fixed margins of
some applications.
3
Printer Information Report
Select which sections are printed when printing
the printer setup information.
The reference point cannot be adjusted for
raster printing.
Available settings: [All], [Usage Log], [Printer
Settings], [Printer Transfer Data]
11 Tear Adjust
Adjust the tear bar tear off position for paper
media.
Available settings: -0.39" to 0.39" (-10.0 mm to
10.0 mm)
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4
5
6
Serialize Mode
2
3
4
Media Sensor (Transmissive/Gap)
Select whether or not to serialize from the last
number printed.
The following transmissive/gap sensor
parameters can be adjusted.
Available settings: [Cont From Last], [From
Starting#]
[Detection Sensitivity]
Adjust the precision of the sensor that detects
the gaps (spacing) for die-cut labels.
Save Printer Print Log
Available settings: -2–+2
Select whether nor not to save the printer’s
print log. If [Disable] is selected, [Tools] -
[Save Print Log in File] cannot be performed.
[Luminescence Adjustment]
3
Adjust the amount of light emitted by the
transmissive/gap sensor.
Available settings: [Enable], [Disable]
Available settings: -2–+2
Print Data after Printing
Select whether or not print data is erased
automatically after it is printed.
Media Sensor (Reflective/Bar)
The following reflective/black mark sensor
parameters can be adjusted.
Available settings: [Erase All Print Data],
[Keep Print Data]
[Mark Detection Sensitivity]
Adjust the precision of the sensor that detects
the black marks.
Sensor Adjustment Tab
3
Available settings: -2–+2
If RD Rolls are being used, it is unnecessary
to adjust the sensors.
[Luminescence Adjustment]
Adjust the amount of light emitted by the
reflective/black mark sensor.
Available settings: -2–+2
Media Sensor (Peeler) (TD-2120N/2130N
only)
1
2
This appears only if TD-2120N/2130N is
selected for [Printer]. Specify the settings
when the label peeler (optional) is used.
3
4
Adjust the precision of the sensor that detects
whether the label has been peeled.
Available settings: -2–+2
1
Disable these settings
When this check box is clicked,
appears
in the tab, and the settings can no longer be
specified or changed.
In addition, the settings in a tab where
appears will not be applied to the printer even
if [Apply] is clicked. To apply the specified or
changed settings to the printer, be sure to clear
the check box.
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Disable these settings
Panel Settings (1)
3
Specify the settings when the touch panel
display (optional) is used (TD-2120N/2130N
only).
When this check box is clicked,
appears
in the tab, and the settings can no longer be
specified or changed.
The settings in a tab where
appears will
not be applied to the printer even if [Apply] is
clicked. In addition, the settings in the tab will
not be saved or exported when the [Save in
Command File] or [Export] command is
executed. To apply the settings to the printer or
save or export them, be sure to clear the check
box.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
2
3
Set Panel
Select the touch panel to be used.
Available settings: [Numeric Keys Panel (A)],
[One Touch Keys Panel (B)]
Keys Function
Select the type of data assigned to keys in the
one-touch panel.
Panel Settings (2)
3
To assign templates, select [Template].
To assign databases linked to a single
template, select [Database].
Available settings: [Template], [Database]
4
5
Unit
Select the measurement units for displayed
settings.
12
13
Available settings: [mm], [inch]
14
15
Language
16
17
Select the language of the touch panel display.
Available settings: [Dansk], [Deutsch],
[English], [Español], [Français], [Italiano],
[Nederlands], [Norsk], [Português], [Suomi],
[Svenska], [
], [
]
NOTE
The possible display languages differ
depending on the printer model being used. If
the selected language cannot be used for the
touch panel display, the display language will
not be changed.
Make sure that the touch panel display can
display the selected language.
6
Backlight
Select whether the LCD display backlight is
turned on.
Available settings: [On], [Off]
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Printer Setting Tool
7
8
LCD Contrast
Select the LCD display contrast.
Available settings: -2–+2
Beeper
Select whether the printer beeps when a touch
panel key is pressed.
Available settings: [On], [Off]
9
Disable Edit
3
Select whether or not label layouts can be
edited.
Available settings: [On], [Off]
10 Lock Settings
Select whether or not settings selected by
pressing [
] (settings key) on the touch panel
display can be changed.
Available settings: [On], [Off]
11 Admin Password
Set a password for accessing basic settings
specified by pressing [ ] (admin key) on the
touch panel display. Set a 4-digit password. If
the [Display the password on-screen] check
box is selected, specified passwords will be
displayed in computer windows.
12 Set Clock
Set the date and time for the touch panel
display.
In order to specify the time settings, the touch
panel display must be attached.
13 Current Date/Time
Click to retrieve the current date and time from
the computer and display them.
14 Date Format
Select the date format for the clock.
15 Time Format
Select the time format for the clock.
16 Confirm Print
Select whether a message appears before
printing so that the number of copies can be
confirmed.
Available settings: [On], [Off]
17 Default Print#
Specify the default number of copies that
appears when printing.
Available settings: 1–999
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Menu Bar
3
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
1
2
Apply Settings to the Printer
5
Save Print Log in File
Applies the settings to the printer.
Saves the print log in a file in the CSV format.
Performs the same operation as when the
[Apply] button is clicked.
The following information is included in the
print log:
Printing time/date (only when using the
touch panel display. The time when printing
finished is recorded for the time.)
Save Settings in Command File
Saves the specified settings in a command file.
Performs the same operation as when [Save in
Command File] is selected from the [Apply]
drop-down list.
Key number*
Template name*
Name of database linked to template*
Number of records in database*
Number of copies printed
Error information
3
4
Import
Imports the exported file and applies the
settings to this tool.
Export
* Only when printing templates saved on the
printer
Saves the current settings in a file.
NOTE
The print log cannot be saved in a file if [Save
Printer Print Log] in the [Advanced] tab has
been set to [Disable] and the setting has
already been applied to the printer.
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Printer Setting Tool
6
Print Information Report
The following printer settings will be printed.
Program version
P-touch Template
Settings
3
Printer usage history
P-touch Template mode 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. This is useful for easily printing
labels and barcodes.
Missing dot test pattern
List of transferred data
Communication settings
3
NOTE
The printer setup information can also be
printed by using the (Print) button. For
details, see Printing the Printer Setup
With [P-touch Template settings] in the
“Printer Setting Tool”, settings for using the
P-touch Template functions can be specified
or changed.
7
Reset to Factory Defaults
Returns all printer settings, including the
communication settings, to their factory
defaults. However, templates and databases
stored in the printer and the print log are not
deleted.
P-touch Template
3
The following are the P-touch Template
functions.
8
9
Delete Template and Database
Deletes the templates and databases stored in
the printer.
Basic operations
3
Preset template printing
Delete Print Log
If frequently used label layouts are stored
in the printer, labels can be reprinted by
simply scanning the barcode for each
label layout.
Deletes the print log stored in the printer.
10 Option Settings
If the [Do not display an error message if the
current settings cannot be retrieved at
startup.] check box is selected, a message will
not be displayed next time.
Barcode printing
A barcode scanned with the barcode
reader can be printed with the protocol
11 About
Displays the version information.
and size of a previously created template.
Database-assisted label printing
By linking objects in a label layout to a
database, then scanning the key
barcodes for the database, labels can be
printed with objects in the template
replaced with database data.
Advanced operations
3
Numbering function (serialized number)
printing
Labels can be printed while automatically
incrementing a number or barcode in the
label.
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Default Template Number
NOTE
Specify the template number selected as the
default when the printer is turned on.
For details on using the P-touch Template
functions, see the Software User’s Guide
included on the CD-ROM. In addition, if
command reference is used, see the
P-touch Template Command Reference.
The latest versions can be downloaded
from the Brother Solutions Center
website.
However, if any template has been set to not
be transferred to the printer, the number of that
template cannot be specified.
3
4
Data Delimiter for P-touch
A delimiter is the symbol used to indicate when
to move to the next object in the data that is
being sent. Between 1 and 20 characters can
be specified.
Trigger for P-touch Template Printing
Select the product, and then select
Select one of the following three options for the
print start trigger.
[Manuals].
[Command Character]: Printing starts when
the command character specified here is
received.
P-touch Template Settings
Dialog Box
3
[Data Insertion into All the Objects]: Printing
starts when the delimiter for the last object is
received.
[Received Data Size]: Printing starts when the
number of characters specified here is
received. However, delimiters are not counted
in the number of characters.
1
2
3
4
5
6
Character Code Table
Select one of the following three character
code sets.
Available settings: [Windows1252],
[Windows1250], [Brother standard]
5
6
International Character Set
7
Select one of the following countries for the
character set.
8
9
Available settings: [United States], [France],
[Germany], [Britain], [Denmark I], [Sweden],
[Italy], [Spain I], [Japan], [Norway], [Denmark
II], [Spain II], [Latin America], [South Korea],
[Legal]
10
11
12
13
The following 12 codes are switched
depending on the country selected from those
listed above.
17
14
23h 24h 40h 5Bh 5Ch 5Dh 5Eh 60h 7Bh 7Ch
7Dh 7Eh
15
16
For the characters that are switched, see the
P-touch Template Command Reference
(which can be downloaded from the Brother
Solutions Center website).
1
Default Command Mode
In order to use P-touch Templates, select the
[P-touch Template] mode.
Available settings: [P-touch Template],
[ESC/P], [Raster]
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Printer Setting Tool
7
Command Prefix Character
15 Set
Change the prefix character code. Set a single
character code.
After the [Set] button (in the main dialog box or
the Communications Settings dialog box) is
clicked, the settings are saved as an .ini file
when the dialog box is closed.
The prefix character is a code to identify
commands used in P-touch Template mode.
To save the specified settings in a command
file, select [Save in Command File] from the
drop-down menu. The saved command file can
be used with the mass storage feature to apply
the settings to a printer. (See Mass Storage
8
9
Non-Printed Character
The characters specified here are not printed
when data is received. Specify 1 to 20
characters.
3
Available Return Code
The line feed code is used when feeding data
to indicate that the following data should be
moved to the next line in a text object. One of
the following four line feed codes can be
selected, or 1 to 20 characters can be specified
as the line feed code.
16 Cancel
Cancels the settings and closes the dialog box.
The settings will remain unchanged.
17 Default
Click this button to return the settings
(including those in the [Communication
Settings] dialog box) to their factory defaults.
Available settings: [^CR], [\0D\0A], [\0A], [\0D]
10 Replace FNC1
Select whether or not GS codes, which are
included in barcode protocols such as GS1-
128 (UCC/EAN-128), are replaced with FNC1
codes.
If this check box is selected, a received GS
code is replaced with the FNC1 code. If this
check box is cleared, a received GS code is
outputted as is.
11 Number of Copies
Set the number of copies. A number between 1
and 99 can be specified.
12 Give priority to print quality
Select the print quality setting. If this check box
is selected, priority is given to the print quality.
If this check box is cleared, priority is given to
the print speed.
13 Inverted 180 Degrees
If this check box is selected, the data will be
printed after it has been rotated 180 degrees.
14 Communication Settings
Sets the following parameters for serial
communication:
Baud Rate: From [300] bps to [115200] bps
Bit Length: [7] bits, [8] bits
Parity: [None], [Odd], [Even]
Busy Control: [DTR], [XON/XOFF]
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Chapter 3
Paper Size Setup
3
Do not register a paper size if the same
paper size has already been registered.
It may cause an unintended result.
With [Paper Size Setup] in the “Printer
Setting Tool”, paper sizes not available in
the [Paper Size] list of the printer driver can
be added.
As opposed to specifying paper settings for a
normal printer, the paper format must be sent
to the printer in order to add the paper size to
the printer.
If you wish to use paper of the same
size as one that is currently registered,
select the desired size from the
[Currently Registered Paper Sizes]
list in the [Paper Size Setup] dialog
box, and then change the settings from
the [Edit] dialog box.
Printing with a paper format not registered
with the printer may not provide the intended
print results.
3
Edit
Edits the settings for the selected paper format.
To save the selected paper format with the new
settings, click [Overwrite]. To add a paper
format with the new settings, change the name
in the [Paper Size Name] box, and then click
[Add].
Paper Size Setup Dialog Box
3
Preset RD Roll formats cannot be edited.
4
5
Delete
Deletes the selected paper format. A deleted
paper format cannot be restored.
1
Import
Reads the text file containing the paper format
settings, and uses it to replace the contents of
the [Currently Registered Paper Sizes] list.
2
3
4
When the list is imported, the entire
contents of the [Currently Registered
Paper Sizes] list will be replaced with
the imported paper formats.
5
6
6
7
Export
Exports the paper formats in the [Currently
Registered Paper Sizes] list to a file. The
exported formats can then be distributed to
other computers. For details, see Distributing
8
7
1
2
Current settings
Displays the current settings for the selected
paper format.
Exit
Exits [Paper Size Setup], and returns to the
main window of the “Printer Setting Tool”.
New
Click this button to display the [New] dialog box
and register a new paper format. For details,
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8
Option
New Dialog Box
3
Click the b button, and then select an
operation.
1
2
Click [Register Paper Size With Printer] to
register the settings for the selected paper
format in printer.
Click [Save in Command File] to export the
paper settings as a command file. (The file
extension is “.bin”.)
3
3
4
NOTE
• When the paper format is registered with the
printer and [Exit] is clicked, the [Paper Size
Setup] dialog box appears with the added
paper size in the [Currently Registered Paper
Sizes] list. If the application is running, exit the
application, restart it in order for the new paper
format to appear in the list.
6
5
• If the following functions are being used, you
can easily apply their settings to the printer.
1
2
Paper Size Name
Type in the name of the paper format to be
added.
• Bluetooth (Object Push Profile (OPP))
• Wi-Fi® (File Transfer Profile (FTP))
Paper Types
Select the paper type.
Available settings: [Continuous Length
Tape], [Media With Marks], [Die-cut Label]
These settings commands are only
intended to be used for applying
settings to a printer. These commands
cannot be imported into [Paper Size
Setup].
3
4
Detailed settings
Specify details for the paper format to be
added.
Advanced Printing Adjustments
Click this button to display the [Advanced
Printing Adjustments] dialog box and make
advanced printing adjustments for each paper
format. For details, see Advanced Printing
5
6
Cancel
Cancels the settings and closes the dialog box.
The settings will remain unchanged.
Add
Click this button to add the paper format.
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Media Sensor (Transmissive/Gap)
Advanced Printing Adjustments
Dialog Box
Adjust the precision with which the
transmissive/gap sensor detects the gaps
(spacing) for die-cut labels and the amount of
light emitted by the sensor.
3
1
Settings can be specified when [Paper Types]
is set to [Die-cut Label].
NOTE
2
3
Since the settings for [Media Sensor
settings] dialog box will have an effect, specify
appropriate values.
4
5
Example of the settings:
Setting
EX1
Setting
EX2
Device settings
Paper Size Setup
Actual effect
2
2
4
-2
2
6
7
0
1
Printing Reference Point Adjustment
Adjust the position of the reference point (point
of origin for printing). This corrects printing
misalignments resulting from differences in
printer models or from the fixed margins of
some applications.
5
Media Sensor (Reflective/Bar)
Adjust the precision with which the
reflective/black mark sensor detects black
marks and the amount of light emitted by the
sensor.
2
3
Tear Adjust
Settings can be specified when [Paper Types]
is set to [Media With Marks].
Adjust the tear bar tear off position for paper
media.
NOTE
Available settings: -0.39" to 0.39" (-10.0 mm to
10.0 mm)
Since the settings for [Media Sensor
settings] dialog box will have an effect, specify
appropriate values.
Energy Rank
Select a setting when it is necessary to adjust
the amount of heat (energy) from the print
head, for example, with special paper.
Example of the settings:
Setting
EX1
Setting
EX2
NOTE
• When using “Premium Receipt Paper”*, select
[RD 2.25" (57 mm)] in the [Paper Size Setup]
dialog box, click the [Edit] button, and then set
[Energy Rank] to [4] in the [Advanced
Printing Adjustments] dialog box.
Device settings
Paper Size Setup
Actual effect
2
2
4
-2
2
0
When using “Standard Receipt Paper”*, set
[Energy Rank] to [6].
6
OK
Saves the settings and returns to the [New]
* Available paper types vary by country.
dialog box.
• There may be contrast variations in the print
result due to the operating environment and
media used. Change the setting if necessary.
7
Cancel
Cancels the settings and closes the dialog box.
The settings will remain unchanged.
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Printer Setting Tool
Distributing Paper Formats Bundled
With the Installer
Distributing Paper Formats
3
3
The paper formats exported from the
[Currently Registered Paper Sizes] list can
be distributed to other computers.
If the printer driver has not been installed on
the recipient’s computer, the paper formats
that can be distributed are bundled with the
installer for the printer driver.
Distributing Only Paper Formats
3
a At the sender’s computer, specify the
paper format settings, and then click
If the printer driver has been installed on the
recipient’s computer, only the paper formats
need to be distributed.
3
The following files are created.
TD-2020:
bst202ed.txt, bst202ed.ptd, pdt3335.bin
TD-2120N:
bst212ed.txt, bst212ed.ptd, pdt3535.bin
TD-2130N:
bst213ed.txt, bst213ed.ptd, pdt3635.bin
a At the sender’s computer, specify the
paper format settings, and then click
The following files are created.
TD-2020:
bst202ed.txt, bst202ed.ptd, pdt3335.bin
TD-2120N:
bst212ed.txt, bst212ed.ptd, pdt3535.bin
TD-2130N:
b Insert the CD-ROM into the CD-ROM
drive of the sender’s computer.
bst213ed.txt, bst213ed.ptd, pdt3635.bin
c Copy the TD-2000 folder from CD-ROM
drive:\your language\Drivers to any
location on the sender’s computer.
b Save bst202ed.txt, bst212ed.txt or
bst213ed.txt at any location on the
recipient’s computer.
d Overwrite the contents of the Custom
folder in TD-2000\Drivers (copied in
c At the recipient’s computer, click
[Import].
The paper formats are replaced with the
imported ones.
e Save the TD-2000 folder in any location
on the recipient’s computer.
f At the recipient’s computer, double-click
[Setup.exe].
Complete the installation according to
the instructions that appear on the
screen.
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Other Functions
4
4
c Connect the computer or device to the
printer with a USB cable.
Mass Storage
Functions
The printer’s mass storage area is
displayed on the screen of the computer
or device.
4
Mass Storage Feature
4
NOTE
The mass storage feature allows you to
execute commands by sending data from a
computer or other device to the printer via
USB. Files that have been copied to the
printer’s mass storage area are processed
If the mass storage area is not displayed
automatically, refer to the instructions for
the operating system of the computer or
device for information about displaying the
mass storage area.
when you press the
(Print) button.
d Drag and drop the file that you want to
This feature is useful in the following
situations.
copy to the mass storage area.
When you want templates (.blf format) and
settings stored in a command file (.bin
format) and distributed by the
e Press the (Print) button.
The command file is executed.
While the file is being executed, the
POWER indicator lights in orange and
the STATUS indicator flashes in green.
administrator to be applied to a printer
without using a customized tool
When you want to execute commands
without installing the printer driver
f After the file has been executed, the
STATUS indicator turns off.
When you want to print and transmit data
from a device that has an operating
g To turn off mass storage mode, turn the
printer off.
system (including non-Windows®
operating systems) with a USB host
feature
The printer will start up in its normal
operating mode.
Using the Mass Storage
Feature
4
a Make sure that the printer is turned off.
b While holding down the (Print) button,
press and hold the (Power) button.
The printer starts up in mass storage
mode, and the POWER indicator lights
in orange.
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Other Functions
Web Based (Web
Browser) Management
(TD-2120N/2130N only)
When the printer is turned off, mass
storage mode is deactivated and
any files in the mass storage area
are deleted.
4
This feature supports .bin and .blf
files. Do not use other file formats
with this feature.
This printer is equipped with a web server that
allows you to monitor the printer’s status or
change some of its settings using HTTP
(Hypertext Transfer Protocol).
Do not create folders in the mass
storage area. If a folder is created,
files in the folder will not be
executed.
NOTE
4
• Please make sure that JavaScript and
cookies are always enabled in whichever
browser you use.
The capacity of the mass storage
area is 2.45 MB. Use of files larger
than 2 MB cannot be guaranteed.
• In order to use Web Based Management,
your network must use TCP/IP, and the
printer and computer must have a valid IP
address. To see the IP address of the
printer, print the printer setup information.
For details, see Printing the Printer Setup
If multiple files are copied, the order
in which the files will be executed
cannot be guaranteed.
Wired or wireless LAN connections,
Bluetooth connections or RJ25 to
DB9M serial adapter connections
are not available while the printer is
running in mass storage mode.
a Open your web browser.
Do not access other files in the
mass storage area while a copied
file is being executed.
b Type “http://xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx/” into the
web browser’s address bar.
(“xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx” is the IP address of
this printer.)
Example: http://192.168.1.2/
c You can now change the print server
settings.
NOTE
If you have specified an optional network
password, you must enter it when
prompted in order to access web based
management.
For details, see the Network User’s Guide
included on the CD-ROM.
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Chapter 4
Software Development
Kit
4
A software development kit (SDK) is
available. Visit the Brother Developer Center
(http://www.brother.com/product/dev/index.h
tm).
The b-PAC SDK and the SDKs for mobile
devices (Windows Mobile, Android, iPhone
and iPad) can be downloaded. (The SDKs
that can be downloaded are subject to
change without notice.)
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Maintaining the Printer
5
5
Maintenance of the printer may be carried out
as required. However, some environments
require that maintenance must be done more
frequently (for example, in dusty conditions).
If dirt or dust is not removed, the printed
labels may contain white streaks, or media
may become jammed.
Platen Roller
Maintenance
5
Use a piece of cellophane tape to remove dirt
from the platen roller (1).
Print Head
Maintenance
5
5
Use a dry cotton swab to wipe the print head
(1).
1
1
Do not use organic solvents such as
benzene.
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Chapter 5
Media Exit
Maintenance
Label Peeler (Optional)
Maintenance
5
(TD-2120N/2130N only)
5
If adhesive accumulates at the media exit (1)
and media becomes jammed, disconnect the
printer from the AC power outlet, and then
clean the media exit with a cloth slightly
moistened with isopropyl alcohol.
If adhesive accumulates at the media exit (1),
peeler separator (2) or peeler sensor (3) and
media becomes jammed, disconnect the
printer from the AC power outlet, and then
clean each part with a cloth slightly
moistened with isopropyl alcohol.
1
2
1
3
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Indicators
6
6
Indicators
6
The indicators light and blink to indicate the printer’s status. The following symbols are used in this
section to show the different indicator colors and patterns.
Indicator is lit in the color shown
or
or
or
Indicator is blinking in the color shown
or
or
Indicator blinks 1 or 3 times in the color shown,
then turns off
6
Indicator is lit or blinking in any color or pattern
Indicator is off
POWER
STATUS
Description
Printer turned on
Initializing
RD Roll compartment top cover open
Receiving data
Transferring/importing data
Now cooling
Resetting the incrementing field
Initializing complete
(3 times)
(1 time)
(3 times)
(1 time)
Error 1
(Once every 1.8
seconds)
Error 2
(Twice every 1.8
seconds)
System error
In boot mode
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POWER
STATUS
Description
Now resetting
(3 times)
(3 times)
In mass storage mode
Processing file in mass storage mode
(1 time)
Wireless LAN on and connected*
(when using the optional WLAN interface)
Bluetooth on*
(when using the optional Bluetooth interface)
USB host port connected to a supported device
Wireless LAN on but not connected*
(Once every 3
seconds)
(when using the optional WLAN interface)
Now setting WPS*
(when using the optional WLAN interface)
Bluetooth switched*
(3 times)
(when using the optional Bluetooth interface)
* TD-2120N/2130N only
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7
Overview
7
If you have any problems with the printer, first make sure that you have performed the following
tasks correctly.
Is power being supplied to the printer by the AC adapter or rechargeable Li-ion battery
(optional)?
Is the appropriate printer driver selected and installed?
Is the printer connected to a computer?
If you still have problems, read the troubleshooting tips in this chapter for help.
7
NOTE
For details on the error messages that appear in the touch panel display (optional)
(TD-2120N/2130N only), see Error Messages for Touch Panel Display (Optional)
Troubleshooting
7
Problem
Solution
The POWER indicator is not lit.
Is the AC power cord inserted correctly?
Check that the AC power cord is inserted correctly. If it is,
try plugging it into another AC power outlet.
Be sure to use a genuine Brother AC adapter.
Is the rechargeable Li-ion battery (optional) installed
correctly?
If the rechargeable Li-ion battery (optional) is being used,
check that it is installed correctly.
If the POWER indicator still does not light up, contact
Brother Customer Service.
The indicators show that the printer is in
boot mode.
The AC adapter was unplugged while the firmware was
being updated, and the printer started up in boot mode the
next time it was started.
This issue must be resolved. Contact your reseller or
Brother Customer Service for assistance.
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Problem
Solution
The indicators show that the printer is
cooling.
The print head or motor is too hot.
Print head:
If the print head becomes too hot, it may produce imaging
on the paper in areas not intended to be printed. This
condition is normal when printing a large number of
documents with a high print density. The printer will stop,
then resume printing after the print head has cooled down.
To avoid or delay the onset of this condition, print using a
lighter density setting, reduce the amount of black areas
being printed (for example, remove background shading
and colors in graphs and presentation documents). Also,
make sure that the printer has adequate ventilation and is
not located in an enclosed space.
Motor:
If the printer is used continuously, the motor will become too
hot. In this case, the printer will stop and resume printing
after the motor has cooled down.
NOTE
This condition may occur more often when the printer is
used at a high altitude (above 3,048 m (10,000 feet)) due to
the lower air density available to cool the printer.
The indicators show that a system error If this condition occurs, turn off the printer, and then contact
has occurred.
your reseller or Brother Customer Service.
The printer does not print.
Is a cable loose?
Check that the cables are connected securely.
Is the STATUS indicator blinking?
An error occurred. Check the error details in Indicators
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Problem
Solution
Media is not fed correctly.
Is the print head or platen roller dirty?
Although the print head generally remains clean under
normal use, dust or dirt from the platen roller may become
stuck to the print head.
If this occurs, clean the print head or platen roller.
Are the sensors in the correct position?
Check that the sensors are correctly positioned. For details,
Has the paper size information been registered with the
printer?
If the paper size information has not been registered with
the printer, the media will not be fed correctly.
For details, see Registering Paper Size Information With
7
A data transmission error appears on
your computer.
Is the correct port selected?
Check that the correct port is selected.
Is the printer in cooling mode (the POWER indicator is
blinking in orange)?
Wait until the indicator stops blinking, and then try printing
again.
Is someone printing via the network?
If you try to print while other users are printing large
amounts of data, the printer will be unable to accept your
print job until ongoing printing is finished. In such a
situation, execute the print job again after the other jobs are
completed.
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Problem
Solution
Media is jammed.
Is there dust or dirt on the print head or platen roller
preventing it from turning freely?
Media is not ejected correctly after
printing.
Check that the media exit path is not blocked.
Is there adhesive on the media exit, or has a media misfeed
occurred?
Remove the RD Roll, and then reinstall it.
Check that the RD Roll compartment top cover is firmly
closed.
If the label peeler (optional) is being used, check that printer
driver settings for the Peeler function have been specified
correctly. For details, see Printer Driver Settings
The print quality is poor.
Adjust the printing density. The print density can be
specified in the printer driver’s dialog box or the “Printer
Printed labels contain white streaks.
Is there dust or dirt on the print head or platen roller
preventing it from turning freely?
Clean the print head or platen roller. For details, see Print
Printed barcodes cannot be read.
Print labels so that barcodes are aligned with the print head
as shown below.
1
3
2
1
2
3
Print head
Barcode
Printing orientation
Try using another scanner.
We recommend printing the barcodes with [Give priority to
quality] selected from the [Quality] options.
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Problem
Solution
®
Printed barcodes cannot be read.
(continued)
Windows XP:
To display the [Quality] options, open the printer properties by
clicking [Start] - [Control Panel] - [Printers and Other
Hardware] - [Printers and Faxes], right-clicking the printer
whose settings are to be changed, then clicking [Printing
Preferences].
®
Windows Vista :
To display the [Quality] options, open the printer properties by
clicking
- [Control Panel] - [Hardware and Sound] -
[Printers], right-clicking the printer whose settings are to be
changed, then clicking [Printing Preferences].
®
Windows 7:
To display the [Quality] options, open the printer properties by
clicking
- [Devices and Printers], right-clicking the printer
whose settings are to be changed, then clicking [Printing
Preferences].
®
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Windows 8:
To display the [Quality] options, open the printer properties by
clicking [Control Panel] in the [Apps] screen - [Hardware and
Sound] - [Devices and Printers], right-clicking the printer
whose settings are to be changed, then clicking [Printing
Preferences].
I want to reset the printer.
To reset the printer, perform the following procedure.
I want to delete the data transferred from
the computer.
1
2
Press and hold the (Power) button to turn the printer off.
Press and hold the (Feed) button and the (Power)
button until the POWER indicator lights in orange and the
STATUS indicator blinks in green.
3
4
While holding down the (Power) button, press the
(Feed) button 6 times.
Release the (Power) button.
All of the transferred data from the computer will be deleted,
and the printer will be reset to its factory settings.
I want to cancel the current print job.
I want to reset the incrementing field.
Make sure that this printer is turned on, and then press the
(Power) button.
Hold down the
(Print) button for at least 5 seconds, until the
POWER and STATUS indicators blink 3 times in orange.
The media cannot be fed to the beginning
of a label.
If a feed error occurred, use the Custom Label Tool to apply
the correct paper settings to the printer.
An error occurred.
Are the sensors in the correct position?
Check that the sensors are correctly positioned. For details,
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Problem
Solution
Even though data is being sent to the
printer, the POWER indicator is not
blinking in green.
Make sure that the USB cable is connected firmly and correctly.
Try using another USB cable.
If a connection is being made using the WLAN interface
(optional) or Bluetooth interface (optional), check that the slide
switch for each unit has been turned on.
The labels are not being peeled off
correctly (when using the optional label
peeler).
Make sure that the paper is correctly fed through the label
peeler.
Has the peeler option setting been specified in the printer
driver and with the "Printer Setting Tool"?
The media is not ejected correctly (when Has the sensor of the label peeler been exposed to direct
using the optional label peeler).
sunlight?
If the sensor of the label peeler has been exposed to direct
sunlight, loaded media may not be detected correctly. Use the
printer in a location not exposed to direct sunlight.
The printer does not operate according to
the operations performed with the touch
panel display (when using the optional
touch panel display).
Does the touch panel name (A or B) printed in the upper-
right corner of the touch panel match the specified touch
panel name, which appears in the lower-right corner of the
main screen on the LCD?
If they do not match, select [Set Panel] from the touch
panel display, and then select the correct setting. For
details, see Specifying Settings From the Touch Panel
Has the type of data assigned to one-touch keys been
correctly specified?
If the correct setting has not be selected, select [Keys
Function] from the touch panel display, and then correctly
select [Template] or [Database]. For details, see
Although no key in the touch panel
display was pressed, data was
unintentionally entered (when using the
optional touch panel display).
Since foreign material, such as dust, caught between the
touch panel, protective sheet and touch panel holder may
cause a malfunction. Make sure that no foreign material is
attached.
Has the touch panel been folded? When a folded touch
panel is used, the fold may press on the touch panel holder.
Therefore, do not use a touch panel that has been folded.
The data that was entered is different
than the data for the touch panel key that
was pressed (when using the optional
touch panel display).
Since foreign material, such as dust, caught between the
touch panel, protective sheet and touch panel holder may
cause a malfunction. Make sure that no foreign material is
attached.
Has the touch panel been folded? When a folded touch
panel is used, the fold may press on the touch panel holder.
Therefore, do not use a touch panel that has been folded.
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If the STATUS indicator was blinking in red
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If the STATUS indicator was blinking in red, perform the following procedures to clear the error.
Press the (Power) button once.
If the error is still not cleared, turn the printer off, then on again.
If the error appears, even after performing the procedures described above, contact Brother
Customer Service.
Problem
Solution
The STATUS indicator is blinking.
An error occurred.
see below.
The indicators show that error 1 has
occurred.
Is the correct RD Roll installed?
Check that the correct media, for example, type (die-cut
label or continuous length tape) and die-cut label size, is
installed.
Is the RD Roll installed correctly?
7
If not, remove the RD Roll, and then reinstall it.
If the label peeler (optional) is being used, see Inserting the
Are the media guides not touching the side of the RD Roll?
Move the media guides against the side of the RD Roll.
Is there enough of the roll remaining?
If not, install a new RD Roll.
Is the RD Roll compartment top cover open?
Check that the RD Roll compartment top cover is closed.
After the specified length of time (120 seconds) has
passed, either the access point could not be found or two or
more access points were found. Otherwise, the received
packet is incorrect (when using the optional WLAN
interface).
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Problem
Solution
The indicators show that error 1 has
occurred. (continued)
If the error still occurs, check for the following:
Tape exceeding 39.37" (1 m) or incompatible files cannot
be printed.
When sending a template as a BLF file, an error is indicated
if the model name in the file is different.
When printing a template, an error is indicated if the
specified template does not exist.
An error is indicated if the search of a template with a linked
database fails.
An error is indicated if data is transferred, causing the
capacity of the user storage area to be exceeded.
In these cases, turn off the printer, and then turn it on again.
If the error still occurs, contact Brother Customer Service.
The indicators show that error 2 has
occurred.
Has a device been connected that is not supported by the
USB host port?
An overcurrent was detected by the USB host port, or the
connection of an unsupported device was detected. Turn
off the printer, and then check the connected device.
If a USB hub is connected, the printer will automatically turn
off after a certain length of time has passed.
Is the printer in mass storage mode?
An error is indicated if the file system becomes corrupted or
a file is copied while a mass storage file is being processed.
Turn off the printer.
Does the rechargeable battery have a low charge? (when
using the optional rechargeable Li-ion battery).
Use the AC adapter.
Has the rechargeable battery failed to recharge? (when
using the optional rechargeable Li-ion battery).
If the battery has not been recharged after a certain length
of time, recharging has failed. Use the AC adapter.
Has the wireless LAN or Bluetooth connection been
interrupted? (when using the optional WLAN or Bluetooth
interfaces).
The wireless LAN or Bluetooth connection established
while the printer is on was interrupted. Turn off the printer,
check that the slide switch for the WLAN interface or
Bluetooth interface has been turned on, and then turn the
printer on again.
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Error Messages for Touch Panel Display (Optional)
(TD-2120N/2130N Only)
7
If an error message appears on the LCD of the touch panel display (optional) (TD-2120N/2130N
only), check for a solution in the following table.
To clear an error message that appeared, perform the following procedures.
If the STATUS indicator on the printer is blinking in red:
Press the (Power) button once. If the error is still not cleared, turn the printer off, then on again.
If the STATUS indicator on the printer is not blinking in red:
Press any key in the touch panel once.If the error is still not cleared, turn the printer off, then on
again.
If the error message is still displayed, even after performing the procedures described above,
contact Brother Customer Service.
Error message
Solution
Check Media!
Is the correct RD Roll installed?
7
Check that the correct media, for example, type (die-cut label or continuous
length tape) and die-cut label size, is installed.
Is the RD Roll installed correctly?
If not, remove the RD Roll, and then reinstall it.
If the label peeler (optional) is being used, see Inserting the RD Roll
Are the media guides not touching the side of the RD Roll?
Move the media guides against the side of the RD Roll.
Is enough of the roll remaining?
If not, install a new RD Roll.
Close Cover!
Is the RD Roll compartment top cover open?
Check that the RD Roll compartment top cover is closed.
Communication
Error!
Transfer of the data failed. When sending a template as a BLF file, an error is
indicated if the model name in the file is different.
Has the wireless LAN or Bluetooth connection been interrupted? (when using
the optional WLAN or Bluetooth interfaces).
The wireless LAN or Bluetooth connection established while the printer is on
was interrupted. Turn off the printer, check that the slide switch for the WLAN
interface or Bluetooth interface has been turned on, and then turn the printer
on again.
Database Record
Problem!
There is no database with the specified number. Specify a correct number.
An error is indicated if the search of a template with a linked database fails.
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Error message
Solution
No Template
Selected!
There is no template with the specified number. Specify a correct number.
When printing a template, an error is indicated if the specified template does
not exist.
Setting Wireless
LANUnsuccessful!
Try again
The access point could not be found.
An access point for establishing a connection could not be specified.
Memory Full!
Tape exceeding 39.37" (1 m) or incompatible files cannot be printed.
An error is indicated if data is transferred, causing the capacity of the user
storage area to be exceeded.
Wrong Password!
Is the administrator password correct?
Type in the correct password.
If you do not remember the password, use [Device settings] of the “Printer
Incorrect Value! Has a value outside of the allowable range been entered?
Type in a value within the allowable range.
Noncompliant USB Has a device been connected that is not supported by the USB host port?
device. Remove
An overcurrent was detected by the USB host port, or connection of an
Device!
unsupported device was detected. Turn off the printer, and then check the
connected device.
Charging Error!
Replace Battery
Has the rechargeable battery failed to recharge? (when using the optional
rechargeable Li-ion battery).
If recharging is not completed after a certain length of time, recharging has failed.
Use the AC adapter.
Mass Storage
Is the printer in mass storage mode?
Operation error!
An error is indicated if the file system becomes corrupted or a file is copied while
a mass storage file is being processed. Turn off the printer.
Recharge Battery! Does the rechargeable battery have a low charge? (when using the optional
rechargeable Li-ion battery).
Use the AC adapter.
System Error! 01 If the error message is displayed, contact Brother Customer Service.
System Error! 02
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8
8
Product Specifications
8
Model Name
TD-2020
TD-2120N
TD-2130N
Printing
Printing Technology
Printing Resolution
Direct Thermal
203 dpi
203 dpi
300 dpi
Print Speed
(Depends on the media used.)
Maximum 6 ips (152.4 mm/sec)
(Under Brother standard environment)
Maximum 2.205" (56 mm)
Maximum 39.37" (1 m)
Maximum Print Width
Maximum Print Length
Minimum Print Length
Buttons
0.24" (6 mm)
(Power) button,
(Feed) button,
(Print) button
Printer Memory
6 MB or maximum 99 templates
P-touch Template2.0, Raster, ESC/P
AC adapter (100 - 240 V 50/60 Hz)
Printer Control Commands
AC Power Supply
Release Mode
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Standard:
Standard: Continuous, tear off
Optional: Peeled
Continuous, tear off
Optional: Not
supported
Size
Weight
Approximately 2.91 lb Approximately 2.96 lb (1.34 kg)
(1.32 kg)
Dimensions
Approximately 4.33" (W) 8.46" (D) 6.77" (H) (110 mm (W) 215 mm
(D) 172 mm (H))
Interface
USB
USB Ver.2.0 (Full Speed) (mini-B, Peripheral)
RS232C (Original serial cable)
Serial
Wired LAN
USB Host Port
Not supported
Not supported
10/100BASE-TX
Supports only PA-WI-001 (optional) or
barcode readers
Bluetooth
(The Bluetooth interface
(optional) is required.)
Not supported
Bluetooth Ver.2.0+EDR (Class 2)
Bluetooth-compatible profiles
SPP (Serial Port Profile)
OPP (Object Push Profile)
BIP (Basic Imaging Profile)
Wireless LAN IEEE802.11b/g/n
(Infrastructure Mode/Adhoc mode)
WLAN
Not supported
(The WLAN interface (optional) is
required.)
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Model Name
TD-2020
TD-2120N
TD-2130N
Operating Environment
Operating System
Microsoft® Windows® Microsoft® Windows® XP/Windows
Vista®/Windows® 7/Windows® 8, Microsoft®
Windows Server® 2003/2008/2008 R2/2012
XP /Windows
Vista®/Windows®
7/Windows® 8
Hard-Disk Free Space
Memory
70 MB or more
Windows® XP: 128 MB or more
Windows Server® 2003: 256 MB or more
Windows Vista®/Windows Server® 2008/2008 R2/2012: 512 MB or
more
Windows® 7/Windows® 8: 1 GB (32-bit) or 2 GB (64-bit) or more
SVGA/High Color or more
Display
Operating Temperature
Operate: 41 F to
104 F (5 C to 40 C)
Operate: 41 F to 104 F (5 C to 40 C)
Charge: 41 F to 104 F (5 C to 40 C)
Operating Humidity
20 to 80 % (No condensation, Maximum wet bulb temperature: 80.6 F
(27 C))
Storage Temperature
Storage Humidity
-4 F to 140 F (-20 C to 60 C)
20 to 80 % (No condensation, Maximum wet bulb temperature: 113 F
(45 C))
Do not leave the printer in a location exposed to direct sunlight, such as inside a car, where the
temperature is over 104 F (60 C).
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In order to achieve optimum print results, we recommend using Brother thermal paper (RD Rolls).
Model Name
TD-2020
TD-2120N
TD-2130N
Media Specifications
Media Sensors
Media type
Gap (Transmissive), Black Mark (Reflective)
Receipt
Die cut label
Tag
Wristband
Media Width
0.75" to 2.48" (19 mm to 63 mm)
0.0023" to 0.011" (0.058 mm to 0.279 mm)
Thickness
(The media material may affect
print quality.)
Diameter (Max)
5" (127 mm)
1" (25.4 mm)
0.12" (3 mm)
Core Diameter
Gap Between Labels (Min)
Software
Windows® XP
Windows Vista®
Windows® 7
Windows® XP
Windows Vista®
Windows® 7
Supported Printer Drivers
8
Windows® 8
Windows® 8
Windows Server® 2003/2008/2008 R2/2012
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Using the RJ25 to DB9M Serial
Adapter (Optional:PA-SCA-001)
9
9
Connecting the
Product Specifications
9
Computer and Printer
With the RJ25 to DB9M
Serial Adapter
Converts to a D-sub 9-pin male connector.
9
Be sure to use the cable designed for
your Brother optional product.
1
a Before connecting the serial cable,
make sure that the printer and the
computer are turned off.
b Connect the RJ25 side of the adapter to
the printer.
c Connect the printer end of the serial
cable to the DB9M side of this adapter.
1
RJ25 to DB9M serial adapter
d Connect the other end of the serial cable
to the serial port on the computer.
NOTE
• The default communication settings are
as follows:
Baud rate: 9600bps
Parity: None
Bit length: 8 bits
Flow control: Hardware
• To change the communication settings,
use [P-touch Template settings] in the
“Printer Setting Tool” - [Communication
settings]. For details, see the P-touch
Template Command Reference.
The latest versions can be downloaded
from the Brother Solutions Center
website.
Select the product, and then select
[Manuals].
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Using the Touch Panel Display
(Optional:PA-TDU-001)
(TD-2120N/2130N only)
10
10
The (optional) touch panel display (TDU) is a
touch panel operating unit designed to attach
to the printer. Since touch panel keys can be
pressed to perform operations, labels can be
printed and various settings can be specified
without a computer connection.
LCD
10
Lift up the LCD, and then adjust it to an angle
so that the screens are visible. If the screen is
dark and hard to read, the backlight can be
turned on. For details, see Specifying
For details on attaching the touch panel
display, refer to its Quick Setup Guide.
Screen
10
General Description
10
When the printer is turned on, the main
screen appears.
1
1
2
2
3 4 5
6
3
1
2
Template name and number
10
Displays the number and name of the selected
template.
Time and date
Displays the current time and date. For details
on setting the clock, see Setting the Time and
3
Template editing indicator
When a template is being edited using the
1
LCD
touch panel display,
appears.
NOTE
A protective clear plastic sticker is placed over
the LCD during manufacturing and shipping.
This sticker should be removed prior to use.
2
3
Touch panel
TDU Panel cover
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4
Battery level display
Touch Panel
10
When the rechargeable Li-ion battery
(optional) is being used, the remaining charge
is indicated.
There are two touch panels: the basic control
panel (A) and the one-touch panel (B). Either
can be selected for use.
If you continue to use the printer while the
battery has a low charge, the message
“Recharge Battery!” appears, and the
printer may run out of power, even while
printing.
Press a key on the touch panel to perform an
operation.
If a label layout has been assigned in
advance to a key on the one-touch panel, a
label can easily be printed simply by pressing
the key of the corresponding label.
: Full charge
: Half
: Low charge
Do not press on the touch panel with a
sharp object. Otherwise, the touch
panel may be damaged.
: Charging
5
Indicators for available wireless interfaces
If wireless connection settings have been
specified, the marks for the available interfaces
appear.
Basic control panel (A)
10
: Bluetooth
3
1
4
2
,
,
,
: Wireless LAN
(The connection status is shown at four
5
6
different levels, and
is no connection.)
appears when there
6
Touch panel setting
Displays whether the touch panel display has
been set for touch panel A or B.
7
: Basic control panel (A)
: One-touch panel (B)
One-touch panel (B)
10
3
1
4
2
8
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1
2
(settings key)
Information About Replacing
the Touch Panel
Specify settings for the various parameters.
10
Esc (escape key)
Returns to the previous operation. Holding
down this key for at least 1 second returns to
the main screen.
a The TDU panel cover is attached with
four tabs. While pressing the two tabs
(1) at the front, slide the cover up and
unhook the tabs. Then, press the two
tabs (2) at the back to unhook the tabs
in the same way.
3
a / b / d / c
Changes what is displayed, or
increases/decreases values. Holding down
this key quickly changes what is displayed or
increases/decreases values by 10.
4
5
OK key
Applies the operation or setting.
2
(admin key)
Specify basic settings for using the touch panel
display.
1
6
7
8
(search key)
Displays the contents of the selected template.
The contents of the database linked to the
template can also be checked.
Numeric keys
Type in the template number or database
record number. These can also be used to edit
values in the label layout.
One-touch keys
Select the label to be printed.
10
NOTE
The touch panel name (A or B) is printed in the
upper-right corner of the touch panel. Make
sure that the specified touch panel name,
which appears in the main screen on the LCD,
matches the name of the touch panel that is
being used.
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b Remove the TDU panel cover, and
place the touch panel (1) to be used,
then the clear protective sheet (2) on the
touch panel holder (3).
2
3
1
Since foreign material, such as dust,
caught between the touch panel,
protective sheet and touch panel holder
may cause a malfunction. Make sure
that no foreign material is attached.
c Install the TDU panel cover in its original
position.
When the touch panel is replaced, the
setting for the touch panel display must
be changed. For details, see Selecting
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Printing With the
Touch Panel Display
4. Print the label.
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Use the touch panel of the touch panel display to
Follow the procedure below to print by using
the touch panel display.
1. Preparation
Connect the printer to the computer, and then
install the printer driver and software. (page 4)
Install media in the printer. (page 15)
2. Create a label layout.
From the computer, use P-touch Editor 5.0,
which is included on the CD-ROM, to create a
label layout. (page 78)
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3. Transfer the label layout to the printer.
Use P-touch Transfer Manager to transfer the
created label layout from the computer to the
printer. (page 82)
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Touch Panel Display Settings
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The settings for the touch panel display can be specified either by using the touch panel, or by
using a tool on a computer connected to the printer. For details on connecting a computer and
Specifying Settings From the Touch Panel Display
10
Press [ ] (settings key) or [ ] (admin key) to display the menu screen. Press [a] or [b] to select
a parameter, and then press [OK].
2
1
1
The scroll bar indicates the first parameter with the up arrow, and the last parameter with the down arrow. If the last
parameter is selected, pressing [b] scrolls to the first parameter. If the first parameter is selected, pressing [a] scrolls
to the last parameter.
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The currently selected parameter is highlighted.
With the touch panel display attached to the printer, the following settings can be specified.
Key
Parameter
Settings
Description
Print Density
-5/-4/-3/-2/-1/0/+1/+2/
+3/+4/+5
Adjust the printer’s printing
density.
(settings
key)
Confirm Print
On/Off
Select whether a message
appears before printing so that
the number of copies can be
confirmed.
Text Direction
Exit Position
Backlight
Normal/Inverted 180
Tear/Peeler
Select the printing orientation.
Select the media exit location.
On/Off
Select whether the LCD
backlight is turned on.
LCD Contrast
Beeper
+2/+1/0/-1/-2
On/Off
Select the LCD contrast.
Select whether the printer beeps
when a touch panel key is
pressed.
Set Panel
A/B
Select which touch panel will be
used.
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Key
Parameter
Settings
Template/
Database
Description
Setup Keys
Select the type of data assigned
to keys on the one-touch panel.
To assign templates, select
[Template]. To assign
Function
(admin
key) 1
databases linked to a single
template, select [Database].
Serialize
Mode
Cont From Last/From
Starting#
Select whether or not to serialize
from the last number printed.
Default
Print#
1–999
Set the default number of copies
that appears when printing.
Set Clock
Default:
2013/01/01 24h 00:00
Set the time and date for the
touch panel display.
Time&Date
Form
Date Format:
Select the date format for the
clock.
1/31/2099, 01/31/2099,
31/1/2099, 31/01/2099,
31.1.2099, 31.01.2099,
31-1-2099, 31-01-2099,
2099/1/31, 2099/01/31,
2099-1-31, 2099-01-31
Time Format:
01:59(24), 1:59(24),
1:59AM, 01:59AM
Select the time format for the
clock.
Dansk/Deutsch/English/
Español/Français/
Italiano/Nederlands/
Norsk/Português/Suomi/
Svenska/
Select the language of the touch
panel display.
Language
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Unit
inch/mm
Select the measurement units
for displayed settings.
Security Disable Edit On/Off
Select whether or not label
layouts can be edited.
Lock
Settings
On/Off
On/Off
Allow or disable setting changes
for [
] (settings key).
Admin
Password
Set password access for [
(admin key).
]
Enter Password:
Type in the 4-digit password.
**** (4 digits)
Configuration
Printer/ProgVer/
FontVer/Memory
Displays the model name,
firmware version, font version
and amount of built-in memory.
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[
] (admin key) can be accessed only when touch panel A (basic control panel) is set.
NOTE
• Some settings may differ depending on the firmware (printer software).
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• If you want to reset the settings, use [Device settings] in the “Printer Setting Tool” to return
Setting the Time and Date
10
Adjust the clock to the current time and date. This time and date is displayed in the main screen.
a Press [ ] (admin key).
b Press [b], select [Setup], and then press [OK].
c Press [b], select [Set Clock], and then press [OK]. The clock setting screen appears.
d Press the number keys to specify the last two digits of the year, two digits for the month and
two digits for the day.
For December 1, 2013, press [1] [3] [1] [2] [0] [1].
e Press [a] or [b] to select AM, PM or 24, and then press the number keys to specify two digits
each for the hour and minutes.
To enter 2:45 in the AM/PM format, press [b] to select [PM], and then press [c], then [0] [2]
[4] [5].
f Press [OK]. The main screen appears, and the specified time and date are displayed.
NOTE
The format for the time and date can be changed. Press [ ] (admin key), select [Setup], then
[Time&Date Form] from the parameters, and then specify settings for [Date Format] and
[Time Format].
Setting the Administrator Password
10
A password can be set so that basic settings specified by pressing [ ] (admin key) cannot easily
be accessed. If a password is set, each time [ ] (admin key) is pressed, a password must be
entered. Access to these parameters can be restricted by setting a password.
a Press [ ] (admin key).
b Press [b], select [Admin Password], and then press [OK].
c Press [b], select [On], and then press [OK].
The password input screen appears.
d Type in the 4-digit password, and then press [OK].
The password is set.
NOTE
• This parameter can be accessed only when touch panel A (basic control panel) is set.
• After a password has been set, the password input screen appears when [ ] (admin key) is
pressed. Type in the specified 4-digit password, and then press [OK].
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• To cancel the password settings, press [ ] (admin key), type in the password to display the
parameters, and then set [Admin Password] to [Off].
• If you do not remember the password, use [Device settings] in the “Printer Setting Tool” to
return all settings to their factory defaults or specify the password again and apply it. For
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c Click [Paper] (1), and then specify the
media and length (2). (This window
appears in [Express] mode.)
Creating a Label
Layout
10
From the computer, use P-touch Editor 5.0,
which is included on the CD-ROM, to create
a label layout. For details on use, see the
Software User’s Guide included on the
CD-ROM.
1
2
Creating a Template
10
Label sample
a For Windows® XP/Windows
Vista®/Windows® 7:
From the Start menu, click [All
Programs] - [Brother P-touch] -
[P-touch Editor 5.0].
d Click [Text] (1), and then specify the font
and style (2).
For Windows® 8:
Click [P-touch Editor 5.0] in the [Start]
or [Apps] screen, or double-click
[P-touch Editor 5.0] on the desktop.
1
2
b When the [New/Open] dialog box
appears, select the various options to
set the printer to be used and the size of
label to be created.
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Setting the Text and Order for
Displaying on the LCD
e Clicking
displays the cursor so
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text can be typed in.
Using P-touch Editor 5.0, the text displayed
on the LCD and its display order can be set.
a In P-touch Editor 5.0, open the label
layout to be edited.
b Select the text box for text to be
displayed on the LCD, right-click it, and
then click [Properties] to display the
[Text Properties] dialog box. In the
[Object Name] box on the [Expanded]
tab, set the desired number (for
example, “Text1”, “Text2” or “Text3”).
The text will be displayed on the LCD in
the order of the set numbers.
f After inserting the text, click the text box
to move it within the template.
arrange the layout.
After entering text, click [File] - [Save
as] on the menu bar, and then specify
the file name for saving the data.
To set that text not be displayed on the
LCD, select the [Text Cannot Be
Edited] check box on the [Expanded]
tab.
NOTE
The first ten characters of the file name
will appear on the LCD as the template
name when the touch panel display is
used.
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Inserting the Date and Time in a Label
10
Linking a Database to a
Template
10
a In P-touch Editor 5.0, open the label
layout to be edited.
Label sample
b On the menu bar, click [Insert] -
[Date/Time] to display the [Date and
Time Properties] dialog box. Select
settings for the format of the text to be
inserted.
A database can be linked to the template that
was created. Since the text in the template
can be replaced with text from the database,
multiple labels can be printed simply by
creating a single template.
1
For details on specifying database settings,
see [P-touch Editor Help].
a Prepare a database file in advance.
NOTE
• Files saved as XLS, MDB, CSV and TXT
formats can be used as databases.
• In order to use files in the XLSX or ACCDB
format, Microsoft® Office 2007, 32-bit
Microsoft® Office 2010, 2007 Office
System Driver: Data Connectivity
Components, or 32-bit 2010 Office
System Driver: Data Connectivity
Components must be installed.
If the [At Printing] check box (1) is
selected, the date and time of
printing will be inserted. If the check
box is cleared, the current date and
time will be inserted and will not be
updated.
• Only one database can be linked to a
single template. A maximum of 65,000
records can be created in that database.
(The total size of templates and databases
is limited to 6 MB.)
The date and time inserted into the
label will be printed in the printer’s
built-in character size. Since the
character size is determined by the
size of the date and time object,
adjust the object to the desired size
in P-touch Editor 5.0 before
• The data entered in the database can be
displayed on the LCD. Only the first 13
characters can be displayed.
transferring the label layout to the
printer.
b In P-touch Editor 5.0, open the template
to be linked to the database.
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c On the menu bar, click [File] -
e The template and database will link, and
the main window appears. Click the
[Database] - [Connect] to display the
[Open Database] dialog box. Select
[Connect Database File], click
[Browse], and then select the database
to be linked.
database row to be checked in order to
display the label with the text replaced.
d Click [Next] to display a settings dialog
box. With [Database Field] under
[Merge Fields], specify which database
column will be linked to which object,
and then click [OK].
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c Select this printer from the [Printer] list.
Right-click [Configurations], click
[New], and then create a new folder with
the desired name. (In this example, the
folder [Price Card] is created.)
Transferring the Label
Layout to the Printer
10
By transferring the created label layout from a
computer to the printer, you can easily use
the touch panel display to print as many
labels as required.
Click [Configurations] or [All
contents], and then drag the data to be
transferred to the [Price Card] folder.
Use P-touch Transfer Manager to transfer
data. For details, see the Software User’s
Guide included on the CD-ROM.
Before transferring data, make sure that
the main screen appears on the LCD.
a Connect the printer to the computer with
a USB cable, and then turn on the
printer.
b In P-touch Editor 5.0, open the label
layout to be transferred, and then click
[File] - [Transfer Template] -
[Transfer].
d A key number (number of the template
to be registered on the printer) is
assigned to the file in the [Price Card]
folder. To change the number, right-click
the file, click [Key Assign], and then
select the desired number between 1
and 99.
NOTE
• If [Transfer Template] cannot be selected
in P-touch Editor 5.0, make sure that the
layout window in P-touch Editor 5.0 is the
active window.
• If the label layout has already been
transferred to P-touch Transfer Manager,
you can start the application.
• For Windows® XP/Windows
Vista®/Windows® 7:
From the Start menu, click [All
Programs] - [Brother P-touch] -
[P-touch Tools] - [P-touch Transfer
Manager 2.1].
P-touch Transfer Manager starts up.
• For Windows® 8:
Click [P-touch Transfer Manager 2.1]
in the [Start] or [Apps] screen.
P-touch Transfer Manager starts up.
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The data registered with keys 1 to 28 (1)
of the one-touch panel is determined by
the key number.
• There are various methods for transferring
multiple templates together to the printer,
depending on whether the printer driver is
installed. For details, see “Creating
Labels” in the Software User’s Guide
included on the CD-ROM.
• If a new template is transferred with the
same key number as another template
already registered on the printer, the new
template will overwrite the old one.
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Selecting the Touch Panel
10
Two touch panels, basic control panel (A) and
one-touch panel (B) can be selected for the
touch panel display.
If the one-touch panel (B) will be used, the
data to be assigned to the one-touch panel
keys must be specified. For details on
specifying the settings, see Selecting the
If the one-touch panel will be used, the
number must be specified before the
data is transferred.
If templates are assigned to one-
touch keys:
Templates with key numbers 1 to 28
are registered with the one-touch
key of the same number.
a Press [ ] (settings key).
If databases are assigned to one-
b Press [b], select [Set Panel], and then
press [OK].
touch keys:
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When a template with a linked
database is selected, databases
with numbers 1 to 28 are registered
with the one-touch key of the same
number.
c Press [a] or [b], select [A] or [B], and then
press [OK].
d Follow the on-screen instructions to
replace the touch panel. (For details on
replacing it, see Information About
For details on specifying the data
assigned to one-touch keys, see
e Make sure that the specified touch panel
name shown in the screen matches the
name of the touch panel that is being
e Select the [Price Card] folder, and then
click [Transfer]. If a confirmation
message appears, click [OK].
Transferring begins.
used, and then press the
button.
(Print)
NOTE
• Up to 99 templates can be registered with
this printer.
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If [Template] was set, starting with
template number 1, templates are
registered with the one-touch key of the
same number.
Selecting the Data Assigned
to Keys on the One-Touch
Panel
10
The type of data assigned to one-touch keys
when the one-touch panel is used with the
touch panel display can be specified. The
type of data can be either templates or
databases.
Coffee
Strawberry
Price Down !!
$ 2.85
$ 3.85
10%OFF
Sample label layout registered in the
printer:
Template No.1 (fruits.lbx)
If [Database] was set, starting with
database number 1, the databases of the
selected template are registered with the
one-touch key of the same number. (The
illustration shows when template number
1 is selected.)
Database
Strawberry
No.
Name
Strawberry
Orange
Apple
Price
2.85
1.55
2.15
1.55
$ 2.85
1
2
3
4
Banana
Template No.2 (off.lbx)
Strawberry
Orange
Apple
Banana
Database
Price Down !!
$ 2.85
$ 1.55
$ 2.15
$ 1.55
No.
1
Price
10%
15%
30%
50%
10%OFF
2
3
4
Template No.3 (drink.lbx)
a Press [ ] (admin key).
Coffee
b Select [Setup], and then press [OK].
$ 3.85
c Select [Keys Function], and then
press [OK].
d Press [a] or [b], select [Template] or
[Database], and then press [OK].
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Printing the Label
10
A one-touch panel can be created using any
of the following methods.
A label layout transferred to the printer can
easily be printed or edited using the touch
panel display, without a computer
connection.
Using stickers or in handwriting, note the
names of keys directly on the included
one-touch panel.
Printing Using the Basic
Control Panel
The actual panel figure can be found on
the last page before the back cover in the
Quick Setup Guide for the touch panel
display. This figure can be used by
copying it onto plain paper.
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a Turn on the printer. The main screen
appears.
Panel size: 5.213" (length) 3.634"
(width) (132.4 mm (length) 92.3 mm
(width))
A panel format can be downloaded from
the following website.
b Press [a] or [b] to select the number of
[Select your region/country] - Choose
your product - [Downloads]
the template to be printed, or press the
number keys to type in the number, and
then press [OK]. Press [ ] (search key)
to display the template details in the
screen.
This can be used by typing in the key
names, then printing out the data on plain
paper.
1
2
3
4
10
1
2
3
4
Template number
Text in template
Paper size
Database record number (only if a
database is linked)
NOTE
• All text in the template can be checked by
pressing [d] or [c].
• The text displayed on the LCD and its
display order are set by using P-touch
Editor 5.0. For details, see Setting the
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c If a database is linked:
Press [a] or [b] to select the number of
the database record to be printed, or
press the number keys to type in the
number, and then press [OK].
Use the basic control panel to edit data.
a In the main screen, select the template
to be edited, and then press [ ] (search
key).
d Press the (Print) button. A message
If the contents of a database record is to
be edited, select the appropriate
database record.
to confirm the number of copies
appears.
b Press [d] or [c] to display the item to be
edited, and then press [OK].
Editing mode is entered, and the
editable number is highlighted.
e Type in the number of copies to be
printed, and then press the
(Print)
button or [OK]. The labels are printed.
NOTE
c Press [d] or [c] to highlight the number to
be edited. Press the number key of the
new number to overwrite the old
number. (In this example, [2.85] will be
changed to [2.45]. Press [c] to highlight
[8], and then press [4] on the number
keys.)
• The number of copies to be printed can be
set between 1 and 999.
• If the template contains a serialized
number, the labels will be printed with the
serialized field incremented by the
specified number of times.
appears in the lower-left corner of
• If [Confirm Print] is set to [Off],
the screen to indicate that the template
was edited.
printing begins when the
(Print) button
Editing Label Contents Before
Printing
10
To change the contents of a template that has
already been transferred to the printer, the
touch panel display can be used to directly
edit the data. This saves you the trouble of
editing the data from the computer and
transferring it to the printer.
NOTE
• To return the currently displayed item to its
original number, press [Esc] to exit the
editing mode.
NOTE
• Holding down [Esc] for at least 1 second
returns the currently displayed item to its
original number and returns to the main
screen. If any other item has been edited,
• Only numbers can be edited.
• Edited template cannot be saved. When a
different template or database is selected,
the edited data reverts to the original data.
appears.
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d Press [OK] to apply the edited text, and
then press the (Print) button. A
c Press the one-touch key for the label to
be printed. The label details appear in
the screen.
message to confirm the number of
copies appears.
1
2
3
4
5
1
2
3
4
Template number
Text in label layout
Paper size
e Type in the number of copies to be
printed, and then press the
(Print)
Database record number (only if a
database is linked)
button or [OK]. The labels are printed.
5
Number of prints
Printing Using the One-Touch
Panel
NOTE
10
• Press [d] or [c] to check all of the text in the
label layout. If the one-touch panel (B) is
being used, the data cannot be edited.
Use the basic control panel (A) to edit the
data. For details, see Editing Label
If a label layout has been assigned to a key
on the one-touch panel, a label can easily be
printed simply by pressing the key of the
corresponding label.
• The text displayed on the LCD and its
display order are set by using P-touch
Editor 5.0. For details, see Setting the
The data registered with each one-
touch key, is determined by the
database number or the key number
when the data was transferred from the
computer to the printer. For details, see
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d With [a] or [b], type in the number of
a Turn on the printer. The main screen
copies to be printed, and then press the
(Print) button or [OK]. The labels are
printed.
appears.
NOTE
• The number of copies to be printed can be
set between 1 and 999.
• If the template contains a serialized
number, the labels will be printed with the
serialized field incremented by the
specified number of times.
b If databases are assigned to one-touch
keys:
Press [a] or [b] to select a template.
• If [Confirm Print] is set to [Off],
printing begins when the one-touch key is
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If a Template With a Linked Database
Is Registered with a One-Touch Key
Printing Using a Barcode
Reader
10
10
If you register a template with a linked
database to a one-touch key, the displayed
contents are for the database record
Using P-touch Template functions, you can
scan barcodes to display a template
corresponding to the number of times that
you press the key. For example, with a
template that has 3 database records,
pressing the one-touch key once will display
the contents of the first database record.
Pressing it twice displays the contents of the
second record, and pressing it three times will
display the contents of the third record.
Pressing the key four times will return to
displaying the contents of the first database
record.
transferred to the printer, replace the text if
necessary, then print labels. At this time, the
contents of the displayed template or the text
to be replaced can be checked on the LCD.
For details on the P-touch Template
functions, see the Software User’s Guide
included on the CD-ROM.
To check the text in the template, select the
template number in the main screen so that
the template details are displayed, and then
press [d] or [c]. To edit the text, display the
a Press the one-touch key for the label to
be printed until the contents of the
desired database record appears.
text to be edited, and then press [OK]. Editing
mode is entered, and the editable text is
highlighted.
Since the contents of the label layout can be
checked before being printed, you can be
sure to avoid printing the wrong label.
b With [a] or [b], type in the number of
copies to be printed, and then press the
(Print) button or [OK]. The labels are
printed.
If a template with a linked database is
assigned to a one-touch key, be sure
that [Confirm Print] is set to [On]. If
[Off] is selected, only the first database
can be selected.
NOTE
• The number of copies to be printed can be
set between 1 and 999.
• If the template contains a serialized
number, the labels will be printed with the
serialized field incremented by the
specified number of times.
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Label Layouts on the
Printer (Checking,
Deleting and Log)
Replacing the
Time/Date Battery
10
10
A time/date battery is provided in order to
maintain the settings for the internal clock.
The battery will be consumed even if the
printer is not used for a long period of time.
With the following procedures, label layouts
on the printer can be checked or deleted, or
their print log can be viewed.
Only use recommended batteries in
the printer. Other batteries may
cause damage to the printer.
Checking the Contents of a Label
Layout
10
Dispose of the battery at an
appropriate collection point, not in
the general waste stream. In
addition, be sure to observe all
applicable federal, state, and local
regulations.
To display template details in the screen and
check the contents, press [ ] (search key) on
the touch panel display. For details, see
When storing or discarding the
battery, wrap it (for example with
cellophane tape), to prevent it from
short-circuiting.
Deleting a Label Layout
10
[Device settings] of the “Printer Setting
Tool” can be used to delete a label layout
from the printer. On the menu bar, click
[Tools] - [Delete Template and Database] to
delete a template or database registered on
the printer. For details, see Menu Bar
(Battery insulation example)
1
10
To check the label layouts on the printer and
select the data to be deleted, connect the
printer to a computer and use P-touch
Transfer Manager. For details, see the
Software User’s Guide included on the
CD-ROM.
2
1
2
Cellophane tape
Time/date battery
We recommend replacing the
battery every two years.
Checking the Print Log for Label
If the clock is reset while power is
supplied to the printer, replace this
battery. When replacing the lithium
battery, purchase a CR2032 battery
(recommended manufacturers:
Hitachi Maxell, Ltd., FDK
Layouts
10
[Device settings] of the “Printer Setting
Tool” can be used to check the print log. If
[Save Printer Print Log] on the [Advanced]
tab is set to [Enable], a print log will be saved
on the printer. To export the print log and
save it as a .csv file, click [Tools] - [Save
Corporation, Panasonic
Corporation, Sony Corporation,
Toshiba Corporation and VARTA
Microbattery Inc.).
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a Press and hold the (Power) button to
turn the printer off, and then disconnect
the printer from the AC power outlet. If
the rechargeable Li-ion battery
f Return the time/date battery cover to its
original position, and then use a coin or
similar object to slowly turn the
time/date battery cover in the opposite
direction of the arrow on the battery
cover until it stops in order to install the
time/date battery cover.
(optional) is installed, remove the
rechargeable battery.
b Press the cover release lever on either
side and lift up to open the RD Roll
compartment top cover.
If the time/date battery cover is forcibly
turned past the stop position, it may be
damaged.
c Using a coin or similar object, slowly turn
the time/date battery cover in the
direction of the arrow on the battery
cover until it stops, and then remove the
time/date battery cover.
If the time/date battery cover is forcibly
turned past the stop position, it may be
damaged.
g Close the RD Roll compartment top
cover. Press down until it snaps into
place.
NOTE
The time and date can be configured from
the [ ] (admin key) on the touch panel.
For details, see Setting the Time and Date
d Remove the battery.
As shown below, press part A of the
battery to release it so that it can easily
be removed.
e Install the new battery.
Be sure to insert the new battery with
the + and – sides facing the correct
direction.
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3 Click “Brother TD-XXXX” (where
Frequently Asked
Questions
“TD-XXXX” is the model name of your
printer) in the pane on the left side to
display the templates registered with the
printer in the pane on the right side. The
number of templates and the key numbers
that are being used can be checked.
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Q. How much memory is available?
A. The printer has 6 MB of built-in memory
available, allowing a maximum of 99
templates to be saved. When there is no
more of the built-in memory available or when
99 templates have been registered,
templates can no longer be transferred to (be
registered with) the printer. Delete
unnecessary templates from the printer.
Q. Why does the file size change when a
template is transferred to the printer?
A. Since the format of a template file added
Q. Why can’t a template be transferred to
to P-touch Transfer Manager 2.1 is different
from the format of a file after it has been
transferred to the printer, the file size
changes.
the printer (it was transferred, but the date
was not automatically updated)?
A. The printer driver may not be correctly
installed. Re-install the printer driver, and
then try transferring again.
Q.How can I check the number of templates
that can be registered on the printer and the
key numbers that are being used?
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If the date was not updated, check that the [At
Printing] check box is selected in the [Date
and Time Properties] dialog box for the
template.
A. Follow the procedure below to check the
information:
For details, see Inserting the Date and Time
1 Connect the printer to the computer with a
USB cable, and then turn on the printer.
2 For Windows® XP/Windows
Vista®/Windows® 7:
From the Start menu, click [All Programs]
- [Brother P-touch] - [P-touch Tools] -
[P-touch Transfer Manager 2.1].
For Windows® 8:
Click [P-touch Transfer Manager 2.1] in
the [Start] or [Apps] screen.
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(Optional:PA-WI-001)
(TD-2120N/2130N only)
11
11
Required Devices and Network
Configuration
Installing the Printer
Driver and Software
11
11
This section provides a description of the
procedure for making a connection in the
following network configuration
(infrastructure mode).
The printer driver and software can be
installed using any of the following three
method.
Infrastructure mode
USB cable connection
Wired LAN connection (TD-2120N/2130N
5
only)
Wireless LAN connection
(TD-2120N/2130N only) (if the WLAN
interface is attached)
1
4
The following describes the procedure for
making a wireless LAN connection.
2
3
Before specifying settings, see Installing the
To make a USB cable connection or wired
LAN connection, see USB Cable Connection
1
2
3
WLAN access point/router
This printer
Wireless-capable computer
connected to the access point/router
4
5
Wired computer
connected to the access point/router
11
Before Makinga Wireless LAN
Connection
11
Mobile phone, such as a smartphone
In order to use a wireless LAN connection,
the WLAN interface (optional) must be
attached to the printer. For details on
attaching the WLAN interface (optional), see
its instruction manual.
Before making a wireless LAN
connection, make sure that the network
cable is not connected to the printer.
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Choosing Your
Wireless Installation
Method
If you have previously configured
the printer’s wireless settings, you
must reset the network settings
before you can configure the
wireless settings again.
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There are two methods for specifying
wireless LAN settings. Choose the method
that you prefer for your environment.
1
Press and hold the (Power)
button to turn the printer off.
2
Press and hold the
(Feed)
button and the (Power) button
until the POWER indicator lights
in orange and the STATUS
indicator blinks in green.
Configuration using the installer CD-ROM
and temporarily using a USB cable
One-push configuration using WPS
3
4
While holding down the
(Power) button, press the
(Feed) button 2 times.
If the printer is on an enterprise wireless
network (such as LEAP and EAP-FAST) ,
connect the printer via USB to configure its
wireless settings.
Release the (Power) button.
NOTE
In order to obtain the maximum data
transfer speed in a WLAN environment,
check for the following:
NOTE
Information is available for specifying
settings with methods other than the two
described here. For details, see the
Network User’s Guide included on the
CD-ROM.
• Use this printer as close as possible to
the access point/router.
• Make sure that there are no obstacles
between this printer and the access
point/router. Large objects and walls
may make it difficult to establish a
connection.
Configuration Using the
Installer CD-ROM and
Temporarily Using a USB
Cable
• Other electronic devices may cause
interference. This may decrease the
data transfer speed.
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In such an environment, there may be a
decrease in the speed, compared to a
wired LAN or USB connection. If a wired
LAN or USB connection is used, the
maximum processing speed may be
achieved.
If this method will be used, we recommend
using a USB cable to connect this printer to a
computer already wirelessly connected to the
desired network.
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a Before beginning the installation, you
For configuring wireless LAN
must know the SSID and network key of
your WLAN access point/router.
Make a note of your settings in order to
remember the specified information.
Refer to the following table.
settings, a USB cable must
temporarily be used. Prepare the
included USB cable.
Before beginning the installation,
you must know the SSID and
network key of your WLAN access
point/router.
Item
Setting
SSID
(network name)
We cannot assist you with your
network policy (or its settings).
Consult with your network
administrator.
Network key*
(security
key/encryption key)
Please do not contact Brother
Customer Service for assistance on
security settings.
*The network key may also be
described as the password, security key
or encryption key.
NOTE
• The SSID is required for configuring
wireless settings. Network key information
is also required, except in an open system
(a network with no password). In addition,
if WEP is used for encryption, a WEP key
is required.
b Insert the installer CD-ROM into your
CD-ROM drive. If the language screen
appears, choose your language.
NOTE
• For Windows® XP/Windows
Vista®/Windows® 7:
• Finding the SSID and network key:
If the installer screen does not
automatically appear, display the contents
of the CD-ROM drive folder, and then
double-click [start.exe].
• Since network information such as the
SSID, network key and WEP key are
settings customized for your
environment, contact your network
administrator. If you have specified the
settings, refer to the manual for your
WLAN access point/router.
• For Windows® 8:
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If the installer screen does not
automatically appear, click [Run
start.exe] in the [Start] screen, or display
the contents of the CD-ROM drive folder
from the desktop, and then double-click
[start.exe].
• In addition, if your wireless LAN is set
to stealth mode, a connection cannot
be established with the network using
the procedures described here;
therefore, contact your network
administrator.
c Click [Standard Installation].
• To see the MAC address for your
printer, print its device settings. For
details, see Printing the Printer Setup
d Read the license agreement, and click
[Agree] if you agree with the terms and
conditions.
e Click [Install] to start the installation,
and then follow the on-screen
instructions.
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f When the screen for selecting the
connection method appears, select
[Wireless Network Connection], and
then click [Next].
i Make sure that the network cable is not
connected to the printer, and then turn
on the printer.
Follow the on-screen instructions to
check that the printer is in wireless LAN
mode.
j Select [Yes, I have a USB cable to use
for installation], and then click [Next].
g When the [Firewall/AntiVirus
detected] screen appears, select
[Change the Firewall port settings to
enable network connection and
continue with the installation.
(Recommended)], and then click
[Next].
k If the [Important Notice] screen
appears, read the notice, select the
check box after confirming the SSID and
network key, and then click [Next].
If you are not using the Windows®
Firewall, allow access using UDP ports
137 and 161.
h Use the slider to enable the WLAN
interface.
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l Directly connect the computer and the
NOTE
printer with a USB cable.
• If the list is empty, check that the access
point is turned on and is broadcasting the
SSID, and then check if the printer and the
access point are within range for wireless
communication.
Then, click [Refresh].
• If your access point is set to not broadcast
the SSID, you can type in the SSID
manually by clicking the [Advanced]
button. Follow the on-screen instructions
for typing in [Name (SSID)], and then click
[Next].
If the installation confirmation screen
appears, select the check box, click
o Type in [Network Key], which was
m To connect with the displayed SSID,
select [Yes].
NOTE
11
If your network is not configured for
authentication and encryption, the
[ATTENTION!] screen appears. To
continue configuration, click [OK], and
n The wizard will search for wireless
networks available to your printer.
then click [Next].
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p Confirm the wireless network settings,
and then click [Next]. The settings will
be sent to your printer.
Installation of the printer driver and
software begins.
NOTE
• If wireless setup failed, the [Wireless
Device Setup Wizard] screen appears.
Follow the on-screen instructions to
complete the wireless configuration.
• If WEP is being used as the encryption
method and your printer is not found,
make sure that you typed in the WEP key
correctly.
s The P-touch Update Software can be
used to check for updates. When [OK to
use P-touch Update Software to
update the software to the newest
version? (An Internet connection is
required to update.)] appears, click
[Yes] or [No].
NOTE
• The settings will remain unchanged if you
click [Cancel].
• If you want to manually assign an IP
address to the printer, click [Change IP
Address], and then type in the IP
address.
To check for new versions of the
software and to update them, click
• If the wireless setup failure screen
appears, click [Retry].
To not check for new software
versions or update them, click [No],
q Disconnect the USB cable connecting
the computer and the printer, and then
click [Next].
NOTE
If you click [No] here, you can run the
P-touch Update Software at a more
convenient time to check for new software
versions and update them. Double-click
the P-touch Update Software icon on the
desktop. (Your computer must be
connected to the Internet.)
Wireless setup is now complete.
and software.
r Select the printer from the list, and then
click [Next].
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t The P-touch Update Software starts up.
NOTE
If an application appears under [File
list], there is a new version of the
application. If the check box is
• For Windows Vista®/Windows®
7/Windows® 8 users:
When the [Windows Security] screen
appears, select the check box, and then
click [Install] to complete the installation
correctly.
selected and [Install] is clicked, that
application can be installed. Wait
until a message appears indicating
that the installation has finished.
• Depending on your security settings, a
Windows Security or antivirus software
window may appear when the printer or its
software is being used. Allow or permit the
installer to continue.
• When you are asked to restart the
computer, click [Restart].
One-Push Configuration
Using WPS
11
If your WLAN access point/router must
supports WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup™),
settings and a connection can be configured
easily with the press of a button.
If no application appears under [File
list], the application currently
installed on the computer is the
newest version. There is no need to
update. Click [Close].
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u When the screen for the online user
registration appears, click [OK] or
[Cancel].
If you clicked [OK], you will go to the
online user registration page before
finishing the installation
a Check that your WLAN access
point/router has the WPS symbol.
(recommended).
If you clicked [Cancel], installation
continues.
v Click [Finish].
The installation is now complete.
b Place your printer within range of your
WPS access point/router. The range
may differ depending on your
DO NOT cancel any of the screens
during the installation. It may take a few
seconds for all screens to appear.
environment. Refer to the manual for
your WLAN access point/router.
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c Use the slider to enable the WLAN
k When the following screen appears,
select [Wireless Network
interface.
Connection], and then click [Next].
d Make sure that the network cable is not
connected to the printer, and then turn
on the printer.
e Hold down (at least 5 seconds) the
(Feed) button until the STATUS
indicator blinks in green.
f Press the WPS button on your WLAN
access point/router. When the
configuration is complete, the STATUS
indicator on the printer lights in green.
Wireless setup is now complete.
and software.
l When the [Firewall/AntiVirus
detected] screen appears, select
[Change the Firewall port settings to
enable network connection and
continue with the installation.
(Recommended)], and then click
[Next].
g Insert the installer CD-ROM into your
CD-ROM drive. If the language screen
appears, choose your language.
NOTE
• For Windows® XP/Windows
If you are not using the Windows®
Firewall, allow access using UDP ports
137 and 161.
Vista®/Windows® 7:
If the installer screen does not
automatically appear, display the contents
of the CD-ROM drive folder, and then
double-click [start.exe].
• For Windows® 8:
If the installer screen does not
automatically appear, click [Run
start.exe] in the [Start] screen, or display
the contents of the CD-ROM drive folder
from the desktop, and then double-click
[start.exe].
h Click [Standard Installation].
m Follow the on-screen instructions to
check that the printer is in wireless LAN
mode.
i Read the license agreement, and click
[Agree] if you agree with the terms and
conditions.
j Click [Install] to start the installation,
and then follow the on-screen
instructions.
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n Select the printer from the list, and then
NOTE
click [Next].
If you click [No] here, you can run the
P-touch Update Software at a more
convenient time to check for new software
versions and update them. Double-click
the P-touch Update Software icon on the
desktop. (Your computer must be
connected to the Internet.)
p The P-touch Update Software starts up.
If an application appears under [File
list], there is a new version of the
application. If the check box is
selected and [Install] is clicked, that
application can be installed. Wait
until a message appears indicating
that the installation has finished.
Installation of the printer driver and
software begins.
NOTE
• If wireless setup failed, the [Wireless
Device Setup Wizard] screen appears.
Follow the on-screen instructions to
complete the wireless configuration.
• If WEP is being used as the encryption
method and your printer is not found,
make sure that you typed in the WEP key
correctly.
o The P-touch Update Software can be
used to check for updates. When [OK to
use P-touch Update Software to
update the software to the newest
version? (An Internet connection is
required to update.)] appears, click
[Yes] or [No].
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If no application appears under [File
list], the application currently
installed on the computer is the
newest version. There is no need to
update. Click [Close].
To check for new versions of the
software and to update them, click
To not check for new software
versions or update them, click [No],
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q When the screen for the online user
registration appears, click [OK] or
[Cancel].
Connecting the
Computer and Printer
by Wireless LAN
If you clicked [OK], you will go to the
online user registration page before
finishing the installation
11
(recommended).
In order for the printer to communicate
through the WLAN access point/router,
the printer driver and the “Printer
Setting Tool” must first be installed,
and the WLAN connection settings
must be specified. For details, see
If you clicked [Cancel], installation
continues.
r Click [Finish]. The installation is now
complete.
DO NOT cancel any of the screens
during the installation. It may take a few
seconds for all screens to appear.
a Use the slider to enable the WLAN
interface.
NOTE
b Make sure that the network cable is not
connected to the printer, and then turn
on the printer.
• For Windows Vista®/Windows®
7/Windows® 8 users:
WLAN communication will start.
When the [Windows Security] screen
appears, select the check box, and then
click [Install] to complete the installation
correctly.
NOTE
• The printer’s communication settings can
be changed with [Communication
settings] in the “Printer Setting Tool”.
For details, see Communication Settings
• Depending on your security settings, a
Windows Security or antivirus software
window may appear when the printer or its
software is being used. Allow or permit the
installer to continue.
• By using the “Printer Setting Tool”, the
communication settings can be changed
• When you are asked to restart the
and easily applied to multiple printers. For
details, see Applying Setting Changes to
computer, click [Restart].
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(Optional:PA-BI-001)
(TD-2120N/2130N only)
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12
e Check that the STATUS indicator is
Connecting the
Computer and Printer
by Bluetooth
lights in green. The printer has entered
Bluetooth mode.
If the STATUS indicator turns off, the
printer has failed to enter the Bluetooth
mode. Repeat the procedure from step
c.
12
NOTE
• Follow the recommendations of the
manufacturer of your Bluetooth-equipped
computer or Bluetooth adapter and install
any necessary hardware and software.
f Use your Bluetooth management
software to discover the printer and
configure the printer connection.
NOTE
• When connecting via Bluetooth, the
connection settings are saved even after
the printer is turned off.
If the software prompts you to enter a
Bluetooth passkey (PIN code), type in the
passkey assigned to the printer. By
default, the printer’s passkey is the last
four digits of its serial number.
Use this procedure to pair the printer with the
computer using the Bluetooth management
software.
g Note the name of the port used for the
connection. (Virtual COM ports such as
“COM1” or “COM3” will be used.)
In order to use a Bluetooth connection, the
Bluetooth interface (optional) must be
attached to the printer. For details on
attaching the Bluetooth interface (optional),
see its instruction manual.
h Insert the installer CD-ROM into your
CD-ROM drive.
a Check that the Bluetooth interface
i Double-click the CD-ROM drive, and
then double-click
(optional) is correctly attached to the
printer, and then use the slider to enable
the Bluetooth interface.
[BluetoothSetup.exe]. Follow the on-
screen instructions to configure the
settings.
b Press the (Power) button to turn on
the printer.
j When the screen for specifying the port
name appears, specify the port name
c Hold down (about 5 seconds) the
(Feed) button until the STATUS
indicator blinks in green.
NOTE
Refer to your Bluetooth management
software’s documentation for details on
connection settings, confirming the port
name, etc.
d If the printer was automatically turned
off, turn it on again.
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Using Bluetooth to
Communicate When Printing
Product Specifications
12
12
Size: Approximately 4.34" (W) 3.19" (D)
1.03" (H) (110 mm (W) 81 mm (D) 26 mm
(H))
This printer will not be able to print using
Bluetooth immediately after it has been
enabled. You must first follow the procedure
below to allow the printer to communicate
with your computer. Once a connection has
been established, the printer remains
connected until it is turned off, preventing it
from being discovered by any other
computer.
Weight: 0.11 lb (0.048 kg)
a Check that the Bluetooth interface
(optional) is correctly attached to the
printer, and then use the slider to enable
the Bluetooth interface.
b Press the (Power) button to turn on
the printer.
c Hold down (about 5 seconds) the
(Feed) button until the STATUS
indicator blinks in green.
d If the printer was automatically turned
off, turn it on again.
e Check that the STATUS indicator is
lights in green. The printer has entered
Bluetooth mode.
If the STATUS indicator turns off, the
printer has failed to enter the Bluetooth
mode. Repeat the procedure from step
c.
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f Use the Bluetooth management
software to discover the printer.
Bluetooth communication starts.
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Using the Label Peeler
(Optional:PA-LP-001)
(TD-2120N/2130N only)
13
13
If the label peeler is used, printed labels can
be automatically peeled off their backing
paper before they are fed out of the media
exit. This is useful when affixing a large
amount of printed labels.
a Press and hold the (Power) button to
turn the printer off.
Press the cover release lever (1) on
either side and lift up to open the RD
Roll compartment top cover.
Follow the procedure below to load the
correct paper.
For details on attaching the label peeler
(optional), see its instruction manual.
Before using the label peeler, the
setting for using the label peeler must
be specified in the printer driver. For
details, see Printer Driver Settings
1
Inserting the RD Roll
13
When using the peeling function of the
label peeler to peel off labels while
printing:
b Open the media guides by lifting up the
media guide adjustment lever (1) and
pulling the media guides outwards.
Be sure to use genuine Brother roll
media.
1
Be sure to use die-cut labels. Do not
use any other labels.
NOTE
The media guides are shipped fully open
from the factory.
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c Insert the RD Roll so that the labels feed
d While lifting up the media guide
adjustment lever (1), push in both media
guides (2) to fit the width of the paper.
with the side to be printed on facing up
(1), as shown.
1
1
2
e Feed the end of the RD Roll under the
media tip guides (1).
Use RD Rolls with a maximum outer
dimension of 5" (127 mm) or less.
Use RD Rolls designed for TD
series printers. Regardless of the
size, some RD Rolls may not be
usable.
1
Insert the RD Roll facing the correct
direction. If the RD Roll is not
inserted correctly, the printer will not
print on the correct side of the paper
or label.
When using media with the labels
rolled up on the inside, insert the roll
in the opposite direction of that
side of the labels will face up.
13
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f Hold the liner exit of the label peeler and
h Close the peeler door.
open the peeler door.
Close it so that it snaps into place.
i Close the RD Roll compartment top
cover by pressing it in the center.
g Peel the backing paper from the label
and feed it through the liner exit.
Press down until it snaps into place.
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j In order to remove any slack in the roll,
Printer Driver Settings
13
lightly pull on the paper fed out of the
liner exit until no more can be pulled out.
a Display the printer’s [Printing
Preferences] dialog box.
Windows® XP
Click [Start] - [Control Panel] -
[Printers and Other Hardware] -
[Printers and Faxes], right-click the
printer whose settings are to be
changed, and then click [Printing
Preferences].
Windows Vista®
Click
- [Control Panel] -
[Hardware and Sound] - [Printers],
right-click the printer whose settings
are to be changed, and then click
[Printing Preferences].
k Press the (Power) button to turn the
printer on.
NOTE
Windows® 7
If the paper size information for the die-cut
labels being used has been registered
Click
- [Devices and Printers],
with the printer, pressing the
(Feed)
right-click the printer whose settings
are to be changed, and then click
[Printing Preferences].
button will position the label at the correct
starting position. For details, see
Windows® 8
Click [Control Panel] in the [Apps]
screen - [Hardware and Sound] -
[Devices and Printers], right-click
the printer whose settings are to be
changed, and then click [Printing
Preferences].
When printing without using the peeling
function
Receipt paper can be installed normally,
and printing can be performed without
using the peeling function, even if the label
peeler is installed.
For details on loading paper, see Inserting
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NOTE
When inserting receipt paper, do not feed
the paper through the liner exit.
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b Select the [Use Peeler function] check
box on the [Basic] tab.
Product Specifications
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Size: 4.26" (W) 5.12" (D) 1.11" (H) (108
mm (W) 130 mm (D) 28 mm (H))
Weight: 0.14 lb (0.062 kg)
c Click [OK] to close the dialog box.
After Printing
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Printed labels can be automatically peeled off
their backing paper before they are fed out of
the media exit. Be sure to remove the printed
label. If a label remains in the media exit, the
next label will not be printed.
Use scissors to cut off the backing paper that
is fed out.
NOTE
With the label peeler, a sensor detects
whether or not the label has been peeled
off, and controls the appropriate
operation. The detection sensitivity of the
sensor can be adjusted. For details, see
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Using the Rechargeable Li-ion
Battery/Battery Base
(Optional:PA-BT-4000LI/PA-BB-
001) (TD-2120N/2130N only)
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This printer can use either the AC adapter
(included) or the rechargeable Li-ion battery
(optional). Use the power supply appropriate
for your intended use.
c Pull up the cover in the same direction
that the cover latch was pressed, and
then remove the cover.
d Insert the rechargeable Li-ion battery
With the rechargeable Li-ion battery installed,
this printer can be used in locations that do
not have AC power.
into the battery compartment.
The battery is recharged by the AC adapter
when the battery and the battery base are
attached to the printer. In addition, if the 4 bay
battery charger (optional:PA-4BC-4000) is
used, the battery can be recharged without
using the printer.
Installing the
Rechargeable Li-ion
Battery
e Confirm that the hooks on the edge of
the battery cover are inserted correctly,
and then reattach the cover.
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a Attach the battery base onto the printer.
For details on attaching the battery base
(optional), see its instruction manual.
Press down on the battery cover until it
snaps into place, indicating that the
cover latch is secured.
b While pressing in the cover latch (1) at
the bottom of the battery base, lift up the
battery cover (2).
NOTE
The voltage supplied by the rechargeable
Li-ion battery fluctuates. The printing
speed may also fluctuate depending on
the voltage.
1
2
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Removing the Rechargeable Li-ion
Battery
Charging the
Rechargeable Li-ion
Battery
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Follow the procedure for installing the
rechargeable battery to remove the battery
cover, and then remove the battery and
reattach the cover.
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The rechargeable Li-ion battery can be
charged while it is installed in the printer.
CAUTION
The battery is recharged when the AC
adapter is used while the battery as well as
the battery base are attached to the printer. In
addition, if the 4 bay battery charger
(optional) is used, the battery can be
recharged without using the printer.
If it is difficult to remove the rechargeable
battery, turning the printer over with the
battery cover removed may allow the
rechargeable battery to fall out.
Be careful that this does not cause any
injuries.
The procedure for charging using the AC
adapter is described here. To charge using
the 4 bay battery charger (optional), refer to
the instruction manual for the optional
equipment.
NOTE
• Up to 5 hours is needed to fully charge a
rechargeable Li-ion battery.
• You can print about 656.2 ft (200 m) using
a new, fully charged battery. (Tested at
73.4 F (23 C) using Brother’s print test
data (2.25" (57 mm), 9 % coverage) when
connected by USB.)
• Before using the rechargeable Li-ion
battery, use the following procedure to
charge it.
a Make sure that the rechargeable Li-ion
battery and the battery base are
installed on the printer.
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b Use the AC adapter and AC power cord
Tips on Using the
Rechargeable Li-ion
Battery
to connect the printer to an AC power
outlet.
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Charge the rechargeable Li-ion battery as
soon as possible after it is purchased.
Since the battery is sold with the minimum
charge necessary, the initial charge may
have been depleted. To prevent
deterioration, we recommend charging
the battery immediately.
Charge the rechargeable Li-ion battery by
plugging the printer into an AC power
outlet or by using the adapter included
with the 4 bay battery charger.
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Darker prints discharge the rechargeable
Li-ion battery faster than lighter prints.
Adjust the print density setting in the
printer driver’s dialog box or in the “Printer
1
Battery indicator
The battery indicator lights in orange
during charging.
The rechargeable Li-ion battery can be
charged in an environment between 41 F
to 104 F (5 C to 40 C). Charge the
rechargeable Li-ion battery in an
When the rechargeable Li-ion battery is
fully charged, the battery indicator turns
off.
environment within this temperature
range. If the surrounding temperature is
out of this range, the rechargeable Li-ion
battery will not be charged, and the battery
indicator will remain lit.
In this case, the battery indicator does not
accurately show whether the battery is
being charged.
Charging restarts when the environment
returns to within the specified temperature
range. When 5 hours have passed since
charging started, the battery indicator
turns off and charging stops even if the
rechargeable Li-ion battery has not been
fully charged.
NOTE
If the printer is turned on with the
rechargeable Li-ion battery installed and
the AC adapter is connected to an AC
power outlet, the battery will be recharged.
However, when the printer is turned on,
even after the rechargeable battery has
been charged, the battery charge will be
used, leaving the battery with less than a
full charge the next time the printer is
used. We recommend leaving the printer
turned off while charging the battery.
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Stopping Rechargeable Li-ion Battery
Charging
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To stop the rechargeable Li-ion battery from
charging, disconnect the AC power cord from
the power connector of the printer.
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Rechargeable Li-ion Battery
Characteristics
Battery Level of the
Rechargeable Battery
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Understanding the properties of the
rechargeable Li-ion battery will allow you to
optimize its usage.
The following number of pages can be
printed, depending on the battery level.
Using or storing the rechargeable Li-ion
Battery level: Full Approximately 1 roll
Battery level: Half Approximately 1/2 roll
battery in a location exposed to high or low
temperatures may accelerate its
deterioration. In particular, using a
rechargeable Li-ion battery with a high
charge (charged 90% or more) in a
location exposed to high temperatures will
considerably accelerate battery
deterioration.
Battery level: Low Printing cannot be
guaranteed.
Requires charging Further use of the
printer may cause it to
run out of power, even
while printing.
Using the printer while the rechargeable
Li-ion battery is installed and being
charged may accelerate the battery’s
deterioration. When using the printer with
the rechargeable Li-ion battery installed,
disconnect the AC adapter.
Tested at 73.4 F (23 C) using Brother’s
print test data 2.25" (57 mm) 656.2 ft
(200 m) (1 roll), 9 % coverage
During continuous printing when
connected by USB and using a new, fully
charged battery
If the printer will not be used for a long
period of time, remove the rechargeable
Li-ion battery from the printer when its
charge is 50% or less, and then store the
battery in a cool place away from direct
sunlight.
However, the details listed above cannot be
guaranteed since they differ depending on
printing condition, operating environment and
battery deterioration.
If the rechargeable Li-ion battery will not
be used for a long period of time, we
recommend charging it every 6 months.
For other precautions, refer to the
instruction manual included with the
rechargeable Li-ion battery.
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Battery Indicator
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Product Specifications
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The battery indicator on the battery base
lights and blinks to indicate the charging
status.
Rechargeable Li-ion Battery
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Size: 3.39" (W) 2.92" (D) 1.26" (H) (86 mm
(W) 74 mm (D) 32 mm (H))
The following symbols are used in this
section to show the different battery indicator
colors and patterns.
Weight: 0.53 lb (0.240 kg)
Voltage: 14.4 V
Capacity: 1800 mAh
Battery indicator is lit
Charging/discharging cycle: Approximately
300 times
Battery indicator is lit in the
color shown
Charging time:
Battery indicator is off
- Approximately 5 hours when charged by
printer
Battery
- Approximately 3 hours when charged by a 4
bay battery charger (PA-4BC-4000)
(Charging current: 1000 mA, Charging
voltage: 16.4 V)
Description
indicator
Rechargeable battery power
(Once every 4
(Battery level: Half)
Performance: Approximately 656.2 ft (200
m)can be printed if a new, fully charged
battery is used.
seconds)
Rechargeable battery power
(Tested at 73.4 F (23 C) using Brother’s
print test data (2.25" (57 mm), 9% coverage)
when connected by USB.)
(Twice every 4
(Battery level: Low charge)
seconds)
Rechargeable battery power
Battery Base
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(Requires charging)
(Once every
second)
Size: Approximately 4.34" (W) 8.27" (D)
2.56" (H) (110 mm (W) 210 mm (D) 65
mm (H))
Charging
Rechargeable battery power
(Battery level: Full charge)
Finished charging
Weight: 0.67 lb (0.303 kg)
Charging current: 1000 mA
Charging voltage: 16.4 V
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