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Home > Table of Contents Table of Contents Before You Use Your Brother Machine ............................................................................................... 1 Definitions of Notes ........................................................................................................................................ 2 General Precautions ......................................................................................................................................
Home > Table of Contents Edit Templates Using P-touch Library (Windows) ........................................................................................ 64 Print Templates Using P-touch Library (Windows)....................................................................................... 65 Search Templates Using P-touch Library (Windows)................................................................................... 66 Network ..................................................................
Home > Before You Use Your Brother Machine Before You Use Your Brother Machine • Definitions of Notes • General Precautions • Trademarks and Licenses • Open Source Licensing Remarks • Important Note 1
Home > Before You Use Your Brother Machine > Definitions of Notes Definitions of Notes We use the following symbols and conventions throughout this User's Guide: WARNING WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injuries. CAUTION CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injuries.
Home > Before You Use Your Brother Machine > General Precautions General Precautions RD Rolls • Use Brother accessories and supplies (indicated by the mark). • If the label is affixed to a wet, dirty, or oily surface, it may peel off easily. Before affixing the label, clean the surface to which the label is affixed. • Store the RD Roll in a cool and dark place and use it soon after opening the package.
Home > Before You Use Your Brother Machine > Trademarks and Licenses Trademarks and Licenses • Android and Google Chrome are trademarks of Google LLC. • QR Code is a registered trademark of DENSO WAVE INCORPORATED. • Epson ESC/P is a registered trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation. • Mac, Safari, iPad, iPhone, and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple Inc. • Mozilla and Firefox are registered trademarks of the Mozilla Foundation.
Home > Before You Use Your Brother Machine > Open Source Licensing Remarks Open Source Licensing Remarks This product includes open source software. To see the Open Source Licensing Remarks, go to your model's Manuals page on the Brother support website at support.brother.com.
Home > Before You Use Your Brother Machine > Important Note Important Note • The contents of this document and the specifications of this product are subject to change without notice. • Brother reserves the right to make changes without notice in the specifications and materials contained herein and shall not be responsible for any damages (including consequential) caused by reliance on the materials presented, including but not limited to typographical and other errors relating to the publications.
Home > Set Up Your Printer Set Up Your Printer • Parts Description • Load the RD Roll • Check the Sensor Position • Connect the Power Cord • Turn Power On/Off 7
Home > Set Up Your Printer > Parts Description Parts Description Front 3 2 1 9 4 5 7 8 6 1. Label Output Slot 2. Roll Compartment Cover 3. Tear Bar 4. Status LED 5. Roll LED 6. (Function) Button 7. (Feed) Button 8. (Power) Button 9. Power LED To pause printing, press any button. Press the button again to resume printing. Printing can be paused only after each full page has been printed and cannot be paused on the final page or between pages. Rear 3 4 2 1 1.
2. Serial Port 3. (TD-4420DN/TD-4520DN) LAN Port 4.
Home > Set Up Your Printer > Load the RD Roll Load the RD Roll 1. Press and hold to turn the printer off. 2. Pull up the release levers on both sides of the printer to unlock the Roll Compartment Cover. 3. Hold the printer by the front, and firmly lift the Roll Compartment Cover to open it. CAUTION Do not directly touch the Tear Bar with your hands. Doing so may result in injury. 4. Slide both Roll Guides outwards.
Rotate the adjuster dial towards you to lock the Roll Guides into place. 5. Insert the roll so that the label print side is facing up, as shown in the illustration. • For fanfold paper Insert the fanfold paper as shown in the illustration. a. Print side Adjust the Roll Guides when using fanfold paper. 6. Feed the end of the roll under the Media Guide Tips (1). Position the end of the paper slightly out of the Label Output Slot.
1 7. Close the Roll Compartment Cover until it locks into place. CAUTION Be careful when closing the Roll Compartment Cover. There is a risk of injury if your finger gets pinched between the upper and lower parts of the cover. IMPORTANT • Do not leave any printed labels in the printer. Doing so will cause label jams. • When not in use, remove any rolls from inside the printer and close the Roll Compartment Cover to prevent dust and debris from accumulating in the printer.
Home > Set Up Your Printer > Check the Sensor Position Check the Sensor Position When using RD or other types of rolls, you must check the sensor position based on the type of paper you are using. You can use other types of rolls in addition to the RD Rolls.
1 2 3 4 5 1. Back of media 2. Black mark 3. 4 mm or more Make sure there is at least 4 mm on the left and right of the centre of the black mark. 4. Centre of the black mark 5. Reflective/black mark sensor When using media with the maximum width of 118 mm, make a black mark at least 12 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.
Related Information • Set Up Your Printer Related Topics: • Auto Media Configuration 15
Home > Set Up Your Printer > Connect the Power Cord Connect the Power Cord 1. Connect the AC Adapter to the printer. 2. Connect the AC Power Cord to the AC Adapter. 3. Plug the AC Power Cord into an earthed electrical socket.
Home > Set Up Your Printer > Turn Power On/Off Turn Power On/Off • To turn the printer on, press Press . to align the end of the roll. The Power LED turns green. • To turn the printer off, press and hold until the Power LED turns off. NOTE When turning the printer off, do not disconnect the AC Adapter and AC Power Cord until the Power LED turns off.
Home > Install Software Install Software • Install Printer Drivers and Software on a Computer • Connect the Printer to a Computer 18
Home > Install Software > Install Printer Drivers and Software on a Computer Install Printer Drivers and Software on a Computer To print from your computer, install the printer drivers, P-touch Editor, and other applications to your computer. 1. Go to install.brother and download the Software/Documentation installer. 2. Double-click the downloaded installer, and follow the on-screen instructions to proceed with the installation. 3. Close the dialog box when the installation is complete.
Home > Install Software > Install Printer Drivers and Software on a Computer > Available Applications Available Applications Available Applications for Windows Application Features P-touch Editor Allows you to design and print custom labels using built-in drawing tools to create various font and text styles, import images, and insert barcodes. P-touch Transfer Manager Allows you to transfer templates and other data to the printer and save backups of your data on the computer.
Home > Install Software > Connect the Printer to a Computer Connect the Printer to a Computer • Connect the Printer to a Computer Using a USB Cable • Connect the Printer to a Computer Using a Wired LAN 21
Home > Install Software > Connect the Printer to a Computer > Connect the Printer to a Computer Using a USB Cable Connect the Printer to a Computer Using a USB Cable 1. Make sure the printer is turned off before connecting the USB cable. 2. Connect the USB cable to the USB Port on the back of the printer, and then to your computer. 3. Turn the printer on.
Home > Install Software > Connect the Printer to a Computer > Connect the Printer to a Computer Using a Wired LAN Connect the Printer to a Computer Using a Wired LAN Related Models: TD-4420DN/TD-4520DN To use a static IP address to connect your printer with a wired LAN connection, install the printer drivers and Printer Setting Tool, and then specify the wired LAN connection settings.
Home > Create Labels and Print Using Computer Create Labels and Print Using Computer • Create Labels Using P-touch Editor (Windows) • Print Labels Using P-touch Editor (Windows) • Create Labels and Print without Installing Software and Drivers • Print Labels Distributed to Multiple Printers to Reduce Printing Time (Windows) • Print Barcode Labels Using Crop Print (Windows) • Print Labels Using the Printer Driver (Windows) 24
Home > Create Labels and Print Using Computer > Create Labels Using P-touch Editor (Windows) Create Labels Using P-touch Editor (Windows) To use your printer with your computer, install P-touch Editor and the printer driver. For the latest drivers and software, go to your model's Downloads page on the Brother support website at support.brother.com. 1. Start the P-touch Editor • . Windows 10/Windows Server 2016: Click Start > Brother P-touch > P-touch Editor 5.2, or double-click the P-touch Editor 5.
Home > Create Labels and Print Using Computer > Create Labels Using P-touch Editor (Windows) > Main Window of P-touch Editor Express Mode (Windows) Main Window of P-touch Editor Express Mode (Windows) Express mode allows you to quickly create layouts including text and images. 1 2 1 4 3 1. Edit Toolbars 2. Print Button 3. Operation Mode Selection Buttons 4.
Home > Create Labels and Print Using Computer > Create Labels Using P-touch Editor (Windows) > Main Window of P-touch Editor Professional Mode (Windows) Main Window of P-touch Editor Professional Mode (Windows) Professional mode allows you to create layouts using a wide-range of advanced tools and options. 1 2 3 3 4 1. Print Menu 2. Property Palettes 3. Edit Toolbars 4.
Home > Create Labels and Print Using Computer > Create Labels Using P-touch Editor (Windows) > Main Window of P-touch Editor Snap Mode (Windows) Main Window of P-touch Editor Snap Mode (Windows) Snap mode allows you to capture all or a portion of your computer screen display and print it as an image.
Home > Create Labels and Print Using Computer > Print Labels Using P-touch Editor (Windows) Print Labels Using P-touch Editor (Windows) >> Express Mode >> Professional Mode >> Snap Mode Express Mode Configure the settings in the Print screen before printing. • Click File > Print from the menu bar, or click (Print). Professional Mode Configure the settings in the Print screen before printing. • Click File > Print from the menu bar, or click Click . to start printing without changing the settings.
Home > Create Labels and Print Using Computer > Create Labels and Print without Installing Software and Drivers Create Labels and Print without Installing Software and Drivers • Print Using USB Interface (Mass Storage Mode) • Print Image Data without Using the Printer Driver 30
Home > Create Labels and Print Using Computer > Create Labels and Print without Installing Software and Drivers > Print Using USB Interface (Mass Storage Mode) Print Using USB Interface (Mass Storage Mode) The mass storage feature allows you to send a file to the printer using the USB interface, without installing a printer driver.
Home > Create Labels and Print Using Computer > Create Labels and Print without Installing Software and Drivers > Print Image Data without Using the Printer Driver Print Image Data without Using the Printer Driver • The mass storage feature supports the JPEG image printing. • The printer converts a colour JPEG image to a monochrome image using a dithering process. • When sending a monochrome JPEG image, the dithering process may produce a fuzzy image.
Home > Create Labels and Print Using Computer > Print Labels Distributed to Multiple Printers to Reduce Printing Time (Windows) Print Labels Distributed to Multiple Printers to Reduce Printing Time (Windows) When printing a large number of labels, printing can be distributed among multiple printers, via USB or network connection, to reduce printing time. • The Distributed Printing function can only be used with printers of the same model number.
(TD-4420DN/TD-4520DN) If multiple printers are connected, you can find the printer you want using its port name. The xxxxxxxxxxxx in BRNxxxxxxxxxxxx in the port name indicates the MAC address/Ethernet address of the printer. The MAC address/Ethernet address can be checked by printing the printer setup information. 5. Right-click the selected printer or printers, and then click Settings. From the Paper Size drop-down list, select the label size.
Home > Create Labels and Print Using Computer > Print Barcode Labels Using Crop Print (Windows) Print Barcode Labels Using Crop Print (Windows) Related Models: TD-4520DN You can print one or multiple barcodes from an A4 or Letter size PDF file. The Crop Print feature automatically identifies and then individually crops and prints the barcodes you specify.
Home > Create Labels and Print Using Computer > Print Barcode Labels Using Crop Print (Windows) > Barcodes Compatible with Crop Print (Windows) Barcodes Compatible with Crop Print (Windows) Related Models: TD-4520DN Barcode Specification Property Specification Vertical width 5 mm (minimum) Horizontal width The narrowest bar: 0.5 mm (minimum) Margin 10 times the narrowest bar width (minimum) Colour Black Background colour White Cell width (widest bar) 0.
Home > Create Labels and Print Using Computer > Print Barcode Labels Using Crop Print (Windows) > Barcode Document Compatible with Crop Print (Windows) Barcode Document Compatible with Crop Print (Windows) Related Models: TD-4520DN To use the Crop Print function, create a barcode document and save it as a PDF file.
Correct Barcode Layout Related Information • Print Barcode Labels Using Crop Print (Windows) 38
Home > Create Labels and Print Using Computer > Print Barcode Labels Using Crop Print (Windows) > Print Barcode Labels Using Crop Print (Windows) Print Barcode Labels Using Crop Print (Windows) Related Models: TD-4520DN Make sure your printer is connected to a computer or mobile device via a USB cable or network connection. 1. Open the barcode document PDF file you want to print. 2. Click File > Print. 3. Click the Printer drop-down list, and then select your printer. 4.
Select the closest label size to match the original size of the crop data. We recommend testing a sample before printing a large number of labels. 11. Click OK. 12. Print from the application's print screen. • Do not enlarge or reduce the size of the barcode sheet. The barcodes may not be identified correctly. • When printing from Acrobat Reader, do the following: - In the Page Sizing & Handling section, clear the Choose paper source by PDF page size check box.
Home > Create Labels and Print Using Computer > Print Labels Using the Printer Driver (Windows) Print Labels Using the Printer Driver (Windows) 1. Connect the printer to a computer. 2. Open the document you want to print. 3. Select the print command in your application. 4. Select your printer, and then click the printing properties or preferences button. The printer driver window appears. 5. Change the printer settings, if needed. 6. Click OK. 7. Complete your print operation. The printer starts printing.
Home > Print Labels Using Mobile Devices Print Labels Using Mobile Devices • Install Mobile Apps 42
Home > Print Labels Using Mobile Devices > Install Mobile Apps Install Mobile Apps You can use your printer as a standalone printer or connect it to a mobile device. To create and print labels directly from your mobile device, install the Brother mobile applications, and then connect your printer to your mobile device via a USB cable. The cable is sold separately.
Home > Transfer Templates to the Printer (P-touch Transfer Manager) (Windows) Transfer Templates to the Printer (P-touch Transfer Manager) (Windows) • Transfer Templates to the Printer Using P-touch Transfer Manager (Windows) • Distribute Templates to be Transferred to Users Without Using P-touch Transfer Manager (Windows) 44
Home > Transfer Templates to the Printer (P-touch Transfer Manager) (Windows) > Transfer Templates to the Printer Using P-touch Transfer Manager (Windows) Transfer Templates to the Printer Using P-touch Transfer Manager (Windows) • Notes on Using P-touch Transfer Manager (Windows) • Transfer Templates from the Computer to the Printer (Windows) • Backup Templates or Other Data Saved in the Printer (Windows) • Delete Printer Data (Windows) • Create Transfer Files and Transfer Package Files (Windows) 45
Home > Transfer Templates to the Printer (P-touch Transfer Manager) (Windows) > Transfer Templates to the Printer Using P-touch Transfer Manager (Windows) > Notes on Using P-touch Transfer Manager (Windows) Notes on Using P-touch Transfer Manager (Windows) Because some P-touch Editor functions are not available with the printer, keep the following points in mind when using P-touch Editor to create templates.
Home > Transfer Templates to the Printer (P-touch Transfer Manager) (Windows) > Transfer Templates to the Printer Using P-touch Transfer Manager (Windows) > Transfer Templates from the Computer to the Printer (Windows) Transfer Templates from the Computer to the Printer (Windows) You can transfer templates and other data to the printer and save backups of your data on the computer. To use P-touch Transfer Manager, you must first transfer templates created in P-touch Editor to P-touch Transfer Manager.
Home > Transfer Templates to the Printer (P-touch Transfer Manager) (Windows) > Transfer Templates to the Printer Using P-touch Transfer Manager (Windows) > Transfer Templates from the Computer to the Printer (Windows) > Transfer the Template to P-touch Transfer Manager (Windows) Transfer the Template to P-touch Transfer Manager (Windows) 1. Start the P-touch Editor • . Windows 10/Windows Server 2016: Click Start > Brother P-touch > P-touch Editor 5.2, or double-click the P-touch Editor 5.
Home > Transfer Templates to the Printer (P-touch Transfer Manager) (Windows) > Transfer Templates to the Printer Using P-touch Transfer Manager (Windows) > Transfer Templates from the Computer to the Printer (Windows) > Main Window of P-touch Transfer Manager (Windows) Main Window of P-touch Transfer Manager (Windows) 1 6 2 3 5 4 1. Menu Bar Provides access to various commands grouped under each menu title (the File, Edit, View, Tool, and Help menus) according to their functions. 2.
Icon Button name Function Open Opens the selected template. Search Allows you to search for templates or other data registered to P-touch Library. Display Style Changes the file display style.
Home > Transfer Templates to the Printer (P-touch Transfer Manager) (Windows) > Transfer Templates to the Printer Using P-touch Transfer Manager (Windows) > Transfer Templates from the Computer to the Printer (Windows) > Transfer Templates or Other Data from the Computer to the Printer (Windows) Transfer Templates or Other Data from the Computer to the Printer (Windows) You can transfer templates, databases, and images from the computer to the printer.
4. Do one of the following: • Drag the template or other data you want to transfer and place it in the new folder. • To transfer multiple templates or other data, drag the files you want to transfer, and then place them in the new folder. Each file is assigned a key number (memory location in the printer) when it is placed in the new folder. Data type Maximum number of transferable items Restriction details Template 255 Each template can contain a maximum of 255 objects.
Data type Maximum number of transferable items Restriction details • Wide images may be cropped. • You can confirm the available space in the transfer file memory by printing the Printer Setting Report. See Available memory in the report for the available space. The available space appearing in Available memory: ****B may be different from the actual available space.
A confirmation message appears. • You can also transfer individual items to the printer without adding them to a folder. Select the template or other data you want to transfer, and then click Transfer. • Multiple items and folders can be selected and transferred in one operation. 8. Click OK. The selected items are transferred to the printer.
Home > Transfer Templates to the Printer (P-touch Transfer Manager) (Windows) > Transfer Templates to the Printer Using P-touch Transfer Manager (Windows) > Backup Templates or Other Data Saved in the Printer (Windows) Backup Templates or Other Data Saved in the Printer (Windows) You can retrieve templates or other data saved in the printer and save it on the computer. • Backed up templates or other data cannot be edited on the computer.
Home > Transfer Templates to the Printer (P-touch Transfer Manager) (Windows) > Transfer Templates to the Printer Using P-touch Transfer Manager (Windows) > Delete Printer Data (Windows) Delete Printer Data (Windows) You can delete all templates or other data saved on the printer. 1. Connect the computer and the printer and turn the printer on. The printer model name appears next to a printer icon in the folder view. 2. Right-click the printer, and then select the Delete All menu.
Home > Transfer Templates to the Printer (P-touch Transfer Manager) (Windows) > Transfer Templates to the Printer Using P-touch Transfer Manager (Windows) > Create Transfer Files and Transfer Package Files (Windows) Create Transfer Files and Transfer Package Files (Windows) Use P-touch Transfer Manager to save template data created using P-touch Editor in the BLF or PDZ format, and transfer these files in this format to a printer over a network, from a computer or mobile device.
NOTE The Save Transfer File button appears when the printer is disconnected from the computer or offline. • If you click the Save Transfer File button after selecting Configurations, all templates in the folder are saved as the Transfer file (BLF) or Transfer Package file (PDZ). • You can combine multiple templates into a single Transfer file (BLF) or Transfer Package file (PDZ). 4. In the Save as type field, select the template format you want, and then type in the name and save the template.
Home > Transfer Templates to the Printer (P-touch Transfer Manager) (Windows) > Distribute Templates to be Transferred to Users Without Using P-touch Transfer Manager (Windows) Distribute Templates to be Transferred to Users Without Using P-touch Transfer Manager (Windows) You can transfer templates to the printer using P-touch Transfer Express. First, the administrator creates a template, and then distributes it together with P-touch Transfer Express.
Click the P-touch Editor 5.2 icon on the Apps screen, or double-click the P-touch Editor 5.2 icon on the desktop. • Windows 7/Windows Server 2008/Windows Server 2008 R2: Click Start > All Programs > Brother P-touch > P-touch Editor 5.2, or double-click the P-touch Editor 5.2 icon on the desktop. P-touch Editor starts. 2. Open the template you want. 3. Click File > Transfer Template > Transfer. The template is transferred to P-touch Transfer Manager. P-touch Transfer Manager starts.
The template is saved as a Transfer Package file (PDZ). Distribute the Transfer Package File (PDZ) and P-touch Transfer Express to Others If you already have downloaded P-touch Transfer Express, it is not necessary for the administrator to send the Transfer Express folder. In this case, you can simply move the distributed Transfer Package file to the downloaded folder, and then double-click PtTrExp.exe. 1. Move the Transfer Package file (PDZ) to the downloads folder. 2.
Do not turn the power off when transferring templates. 1. Turn the printer on. 2. Connect the printer to the computer using a USB cable. 3. Double-click the PtTrExp.exe file received from the administrator. 4. Do one of the following: • To transfer a single Transfer Package file (PDZ) within the folder containing the PtTrExp.exe file, click Transfer. • To transfer multiple Transfer Package files (PDZ) within the folder containing the PtTrExp.exe file, do the following: a. Click Browse. b.
Home > Store or Manage Templates (P-touch Library) Store or Manage Templates (P-touch Library) • Edit Templates Using P-touch Library (Windows) • Print Templates Using P-touch Library (Windows) • Search Templates Using P-touch Library (Windows) 63
Home > Store or Manage Templates (P-touch Library) > Edit Templates Using P-touch Library (Windows) Edit Templates Using P-touch Library (Windows) 1. Start the P-touch Library. • Windows 10/Windows Server 2016: Click Start > Brother P-touch > P-touch Library 2.3. • Windows 8/Windows 8.1/Windows Server 2012/Windows Server 2012 R2: Click the P-touch Library 2.3 icon on the Apps screen.
Home > Store or Manage Templates (P-touch Library) > Print Templates Using P-touch Library (Windows) Print Templates Using P-touch Library (Windows) 1. Start the P-touch Library. • Windows 10/Windows Server 2016: Click Start > Brother P-touch > P-touch Library 2.3. • Windows 8/Windows 8.1/Windows Server 2012/Windows Server 2012 R2: Click the P-touch Library 2.3 icon on the Apps screen.
Home > Store or Manage Templates (P-touch Library) > Search Templates Using P-touch Library (Windows) Search Templates Using P-touch Library (Windows) You can search for templates registered to P-touch Library. 1. Start the P-touch Library. • Windows 10/Windows Server 2016: Click Start > Brother P-touch > P-touch Library 2.3. • Windows 8/Windows 8.1/Windows Server 2012/Windows Server 2012 R2: Click the P-touch Library 2.3 icon on the Apps screen.
The following search criteria are available: Settings Details Multiple Parameters Determines how the program searches when multiple criteria are specified. If you select AND, the program searches for files meeting all of the criteria. If you select OR, the program searches for files meeting any of the criteria. Name Search for a template by specifying the file name. Type Search for a template by specifying the file type. Size Search for a template by specifying the file size.
Home > Network Network Related Models: TD-4420DN/TD-4520DN • Learn about Network Management Software and Utilities • Change Printer Settings Using Web Based Management 68
Home > Network > Learn about Network Management Software and Utilities Learn about Network Management Software and Utilities Related Models: TD-4420DN/TD-4520DN Web Based Management Web Based Management is a utility that uses a standard web browser to manage your machine using the Hyper Text Transfer Protocol (HTTP) or Hyper Text Transfer Protocol over Secure Socket Layer (HTTPS). Type your machine's IP address into your web browser to access and change your print server settings.
Home > Update Update • Update P-touch Editor (Windows) • Update the Firmware 70
Home > Update > Update P-touch Editor (Windows) Update P-touch Editor (Windows) Before updating P-touch Editor, install the printer driver. 1. Start the P-touch Update Software. • Windows 10/Windows Server 2016: Click Start > Brother P-touch > P-touch Update Software, or double-click the P-touch Update Software icon on the desktop. • Windows 8/Windows 8.
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Home > Update > Update the Firmware Update the Firmware • Before updating the firmware, you must install the printer driver. • Do not turn the power off when transferring data or updating firmware. • If another application is running, exit the application. 1. Turn the printer on and connect the USB cable. 2. Start the P-touch Update Software. • Windows 10/Windows Server 2016: Click Start > Brother P-touch > P-touch Update Software, or double-click the P-touch Update Software icon on the desktop.
NOTE Do not turn the printer off or disconnect the cable during data transfer. 6. Check the content to be updated, and then click Start to begin the update. The firmware update begins. NOTE Do not turn the printer off or disconnect the cable during the update process.
Home > Printer Settings Printer Settings • Change Printer Settings Using the Printer Setting Tool (Windows) • Apply Setting Changes to Multiple Printers (Windows) • Change Printer Settings Using Web Based Management • Confirm Printer Settings 75
Home > Printer Settings > Change Printer Settings Using the Printer Setting Tool (Windows) Change Printer Settings Using the Printer Setting Tool (Windows) • Make sure the AC Adapter is connected to the printer and the AC Power Cord is connected to an electrical socket. • Make sure the printer driver has been installed correctly and you can print. • Connect the printer to a computer with a USB cable.
5. Paper Size Setup Add media information and settings to the printer driver to use sizes not listed in the Paper Size list of the printer driver. NOTE To open Paper Size Setup, you must be logged on with administrator rights. 6. Exit Closes the window. 3. Make sure the printer you want to configure appears next to Printer. If a different printer appears, select the printer you want from the drop-down list. 4.
Home > Printer Settings > Change Printer Settings Using the Printer Setting Tool (Windows) > Communication Settings of the Printer Setting Tool (Windows) Communication Settings of the Printer Setting Tool (Windows) Related Models: TD-4420DN/TD-4520DN Use Communication Settings in the Printer Setting Tool to specify or change the printer communication information, when connecting the printer and computer with a USB cable.
Clicking Apply applies all settings in all tabs to the printer. If the Disable these settings check box is selected, the settings are not applied. 7. Items When the Current Status menu is selected, the current settings appear in the settings display/change area. Select the item for the settings you want to change. 8. Disable these settings When this check box is selected, appears in the tab, and the settings can no longer be specified or changed.
Saves the current settings in a file. If the Disable these settings check box is selected, the settings are not saved. Exported files are not encrypted. Tools Menu Options • Option Settings - Automatically restart the printer after applying new settings If this check box is selected, the printer automatically restarts after communication settings are applied. If this check box is cleared, you must restart the printer manually.
• Enable this address Enables the specified static IPv6 address. • Primary DNS Server IPv6 Address/Secondary DNS Server IPv6 Address Specifies the DNS server IPv6 addresses. • IPv6 Address List Displays the list of IPv6 addresses. Wired 802.1x Authentication Configures IEEE 802.1x authentication. • Wired 802.1x Status Enable or disable IEEE 802.1x authentication for wired network. • Authentication Method Select the authentication method.
Home > Printer Settings > Change Printer Settings Using the Printer Setting Tool (Windows) > Device Settings of the Printer Setting Tool (Windows) Device Settings of the Printer Setting Tool (Windows) Use Device Settings in the Printer Setting Tool to specify or change printer settings when connecting the printer and computer with a USB cable. Not only can you change the device settings for one printer, but you can also apply the same settings to multiple printers.
5. Exit Exits the Device Settings window and returns to the main window of the Printer Setting Tool. 6. Apply Applies the settings to the printer. To save the specified settings in a command file, select the Save in Command File command from the drop-down list. The saved command file can be used with the mass storage mode to apply the settings to a printer. 7. Settings Tabs Contains settings that may be specified or changed. If appears in the tab, the settings cannot be changed.
Resets the settings that can be changed in the Device Settings to factory settings. • Delete Template and Database Deletes the templates and databases stored in the printer. • Delete Print Log Deletes the print log stored in the printer. • 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 is not displayed the next time.
• Align Paper Leading Edge when the Cover is Closed Selects whether the paper is automatically fed when the cover is closed. • Exit Position Selects the media output location. • Auto Cut Sets the cutting method when printing multiple labels. • Auto Speed Configuration Automatically adjusts the printing speed and prints at the optimal print density. Advanced Tab • Feed Key Function Selects the operation performed when is pressed.
Adjusts the amount of light emitted by the reflective/black mark sensor. • Media Sensor (Peeler) Specifies the settings when the Label Peeler (optional) is used. - Detection Sensitivity Adjusts the precision of the sensor that detects whether the label has been peeled. Management Tab To display this tab, you must have administrator privileges for the computer or the printer.
Home > Printer Settings > Change Printer Settings Using the Printer Setting Tool (Windows) > P-touch Template Settings of the Printer Setting Tool (Windows) P-touch Template Settings of the Printer Setting Tool (Windows) P-touch Template mode allows you to insert data into text and barcode objects from a downloaded template using other devices connected to the printer. The available options and supplies may vary depending on your country.
• Received Data Size: Printing starts when the number of characters specified here is received. However, delimiters are not counted in the number of characters. 5. Character Code Table Selects one of the character code sets. 6. International Character Set Lists character sets for specific countries. The following codes vary depending on the selected country: 23h 24h 40h 5Bh 5Ch 5Dh 5Eh 60h 7Bh 7Ch 7Dh 7Eh To change the characters, see the P-touch Template Manual/Command Reference (English only).
Home > Printer Settings > Change Printer Settings Using the Printer Setting Tool (Windows) > Paper Size Setup of Printer Setting Tool (Windows) Paper Size Setup of Printer Setting Tool (Windows) Use the Paper Size Setup in the Printer Setting Tool to add paper sizes not available in the Paper Size list of the printer driver. Before you print using a paper size other than the available ones, you must register the new paper size by sending it to the printer.
6. 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. 7. Exit Exits the Paper Size Setup window and returns to the main window of the Printer Setting Tool. 8. Option Click b, and then select an operation. Click Register Paper Size With Printer to register the settings for the selected paper format in the printer. Click Save in Command File to export the paper settings as a command file.
4. Detailed settings Specify details for the paper format to be added. 5. Advanced Printing Adjustments Click this button to display the Advanced Printing Adjustments dialog box and make advanced printing adjustments for each paper format. 6. Cancel Cancels the settings and closes the dialog box. The settings will remain unchanged. 7. Add Click this button to add the paper format and apply the settings. Advanced Printing Adjustments Dialog Box 1 2 3 4 5 7 6 1.
The settings for Media Sensor (Transmissive/Gap) in the Device Settings dialog box can influence the detection and calibration results. Make sure you specify the appropriate values. Example settings: Setting EX1 Setting EX2 Device Settings +2 -2 Paper Size Setup +2 +2 Actual effect 4 0 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.
Home > Printer Settings > Change Printer Settings Using the Printer Setting Tool (Windows) > Paper Size Setup of Printer Setting Tool (Windows) > Distribute Paper Formats to Other Computers (Windows) Distribute Paper Formats to Other Computers (Windows) The paper formats exported from the Currently Registered Paper Sizes list in the Paper Size Setup dialog box can be distributed to other computers.
Home > Printer Settings > Apply Setting Changes to Multiple Printers (Windows) Apply Setting Changes to Multiple Printers (Windows) >> Communication Settings (TD-4420DN/TD-4520DN) >> Device Settings Communication Settings (TD-4420DN/TD-4520DN) 1. After applying settings to the first printer, disconnect the printer from the computer, and then connect the second printer to the computer. 2. Select the newly connected printer from the Printer drop-down list.
Home > Printer Settings > Change Printer Settings Using Web Based Management Change Printer Settings Using Web Based Management Related Models: TD-4420DN/TD-4520DN You can use a standard web browser to change your print server settings using the Hyper Text Transfer Protocol (HTTP) or Hyper Text Transfer Protocol over Secure Socket Layer (HTTPS).
Home > Printer Settings > Change Printer Settings Using Web Based Management > Set or Change a Login Password for Web Based Management Set or Change a Login Password for Web Based Management Related Models: TD-4420DN/TD-4520DN We recommend changing the default login password to prevent unauthorised access to Web Based Management. 1. Start your web browser. 2. Type "https://machine's IP address" in your browser's address bar (where "machine's IP address" is the machine's IP address).
Home > Printer Settings > Confirm Printer Settings Confirm Printer Settings You can print a Printer Settings Report without connecting the printer to a computer or mobile device. 1. Turn the printer on. 2. Load a 102 mm or wider RD Roll into the printer. 3. Press and hold for two seconds. The report starts printing.
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Home > Routine Maintenance > Clean Your Printer Clean Your Printer We recommend cleaning your printer on a regular basis to maintain its correct performance. Always disconnect the printer from any power source before cleaning. >> Clean the Exterior of the Unit >> Clean the Label Output Slot >> Clean the Roller >> Clean the Print Head Clean the Exterior of the Unit • Wipe any dust and marks from the main unit using a soft, dry cloth. Use a cloth slightly damp with water on difficult to remove marks.
Clean the Roller • Wipe the roller with a lint-free cloth dipped in isopropyl alcohol or ethanol. After cleaning the roller, make sure that no lint or other material remains on the roller. Use isopropyl alcohol or ethanol according to the manufacturer's safety guidelines, as applicable. Clean the Print Head • Wipe the print head with a lint-free cloth or cotton swab dipped in isopropyl alcohol or ethanol. - We recommend cleaning the print head monthly.
Home > Troubleshooting Troubleshooting • If You Are Having Difficulty with Your Machine • Error and Maintenance Indications • Printing Problems • Version Information • Reset the Printer 101
Home > Troubleshooting > If You Are Having Difficulty with Your Machine If You Are Having Difficulty with Your Machine This chapter explains how to resolve typical problems you may encounter when using the printer. If you have any problems with the printer, first make sure you have performed the following tasks correctly: • Connect the printer to an electrical socket. For more information, see Related Information. • Remove all protective packaging from the printer.
Home > Troubleshooting > Error and Maintenance Indications Error and Maintenance Indications The indicators light and flash to indicate the printer's status. or or Indicator is lit in the colour shown. or or Indicator is flashing in the colour shown. Indicator can be off, lit, or flashing in any colour. Indicator is off.
Power LED Roll LED Status LED Condition Action Insert a roll that matches the paper setting. Sleep mode - Switching to mass storage mode - (Once for 3 seconds) (Once for 1 second) The printer is in System Off mode (Twice for 2 seconds) (Once for 2 seconds) (Once for 2 seconds) (Flashes rapidly) (Flashes rapidly) Initialising mode - Mass storage error Press and hold Cutter error the error. to clear Print head undetected error The printer is in Boot mode.
Home > Troubleshooting > Printing Problems Printing Problems Printing Problems Problem Solution The LED indicator is not lit. • Is the adapter cord connected correctly? Check the cord is connected correctly. The printer does not print, or a printing error is received. • If the LED indicator still does not light up, contact Brother customer service. • Is the cable loose? Make sure the cable is connected securely. • Is the roll installed correctly? If not, remove the roll and reinstall it.
Problem Solution An error occurs when the roll cannot be fed to the beginning of the printing. If a feed error occurs, use the Paper Size Setup of the Printer Setting Tool to assign the correct paper settings to the printer. Printer is in cooling mode. The thermal head is too hot. The printer stops and resumes printing only after the thermal head has cooled down. The thermal head may become too hot if you are printing a large number of labels.
Problem Solution When printing via the USB cable, • the printer repeatedly pauses, and then continues printing. Is the printer set for sequential printing? If so, set print mode to buffered printing. - Windows 10/Windows Server 2016: Click Start > Settings > Devices > Printers & scanners. Click the printer you want to set up, and then click Open queue. Click Printer > Printing Preferences. Click the Other tab and select the After one page of data is received option. - Windows 8/Windows 8.
Problem Solution Barcodes printed using applications other than P-touch Editor cannot be read. If the barcode data was created using a landscape orientation, change the Orientation setting in the Basic tab of the printer driver to Landscape and try again. Printed Image Problems Problem Solution Printed paper contains streaks or poor quality characters, or paper is not fed correctly. Is the print head or roller dirty? Printed barcodes cannot be read.
Problem Solution Your printer is not assigned with an available IP address. • Confirm the IP address and the Subnet Mask. Verify both the IP addresses and Subnet Masks of your computer and your printer are correct and located on the same network. For more information on how to verify the IP address and the Subnet Mask, contact your network administrator. • Your previous printing job was unsuccessful. • Confirm your IP address, Subnet Mask and other network settings using the Printer Setting Tool.
Home > Troubleshooting > Version Information Version Information Problem Solution I do not know the version number of the firmware for the printer. You can confirm the version number of the firmware by printing the Printer Settings Report. For more information, see Related Information. I want to confirm whether I am using the latest version of the software. Use the P-touch Update Software to confirm whether you have the latest version.
Home > Troubleshooting > Reset the Printer Reset the Printer Reset the internal memory of your printer to clear all the saved label files, or if the printer is not operating correctly. >> Reset All Settings to the Factory Settings Using the Printer Buttons >> Reset Data Using the Printer Setting Tool Reset All Settings to the Factory Settings Using the Printer Buttons 1. Turn the printer off. and 2. Press and hold for about three seconds. All LED indicators flash in red. 3. Continue holding down • .
Home > Appendix Appendix • Specifications • Software Development Kit • Auto Media Configuration • Options • Brother Numbers 112
Home > Appendix > Specifications Specifications >> Printing >> Size >> Interface >> Environment >> Power Supply >> Media Specification >> Compatible Operating Systems Printing Printing Technology Direct Thermal Print Resolution • TD-4210D/TD-4410D/TD-4420DN 203 dpi • TD-4520DN 300 dpi Print Speed (depending on the media used) • TD-4210D Maximum 127 mm/s 1 • TD-4410D/TD-4420DN Maximum 203.2 mm/s 1 • TD-4520DN Maximum 152.4 mm/s 1 Maximum Print Width • TD-4210D/TD-4410D/TD-4420DN 104.
Maximum wet bulb temperature: 27°C Storage Temperature Between -20°C and 60°C Storage Humidity Between 10% and 90% (without condensation) Power Supply Adapter AC Adapter (100 to 240 V 50/60 Hz) Media Specification The media material may affect print quality. In order to achieve optimum print results, we recommend using Brother thermal paper (RD Rolls). Media Type Wristbands, Continuous, Die-Cut, Fan Fold, Perforated, Tag Media Width From 19 mm to 118 mm Minimum Media Length 6.4 mm Continuous: 6.
Home > Appendix > Software Development Kit Software Development Kit A Software Development Kit (SDK) is available from the Brother Developer Center (https:// support.brother.com/g/s/es/dev/en/index.html). (TD-4210D) The b-PAC SDK can also be downloaded. (The SDKs available are subject to change without notice.) (TD-4420DN/TD-4520DN) The b-PAC SDK and the SDKs for mobile devices (Android™, iPhone, and iPad) can also be downloaded. (The SDKs available are subject to change without notice.
Home > Appendix > Auto Media Configuration Auto Media Configuration • Auto Media Configuration Overview • Use the Auto Media Configuration Function • Check the Sensor Position 116
Home > Appendix > Auto Media Configuration > Auto Media Configuration Overview Auto Media Configuration Overview Auto Media Configuration allows the printer to automatically detect the characteristics of the installed paper, and then select the correct paper size settings.
Home > Appendix > Auto Media Configuration > Use the Auto Media Configuration Function Use the Auto Media Configuration Function >> Calibrate Media Information Using the Printer Buttons >> Calibrate Media Information Using the Printer Setting Tool Calibrate Media Information Using the Printer Buttons • Press and hold for about five seconds. After the calibration is completed, the detected paper information is set on the printer. Calibrate Media Information Using the Printer Setting Tool 1.
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Home > Appendix > Options > Clean Other Printer Components Clean Other Printer Components We recommend cleaning the printer on a regular basis to maintain optimal performance. Always disconnect the printer from any power source before cleaning. >> Roller >> Print Head >> Cutter >> Label Peeler Roller TD-4210D/TD-4410D/TD-4420DN PA-PR2-001 TD-4520DN PA-PR3-001 • Wipe the roller with a lint-free cloth dipped in isopropyl alcohol or ethanol.
NOTE • • Always remove the ejected labels from the Label Output Slot. If the slot becomes blocked, label jams may occur. • Cutting accuracy cannot be guaranteed for labels with perforations or creases. If adhesive residue gets attached to the Label Output Slot, it may cause label jams. Clean the Label Output Slot with a dry cotton swab. IMPORTANT Do not use alcohol to clean the Label Output Slot. Label Peeler TD-4210D/TD-4410D/TD-4420DN/TD-4520DN PA-LP-002 1.
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Home > Appendix > Options > Change the Label Peeler Options Change the Label Peeler Options After attaching the Label Peeler, set the printer driver peeler option. 1. Do one of the following: • Windows 10/Windows Server 2016: Click Start > Settings > Devices > Printers & scanners. Click the printer you want to set up, and then click Open queue. Click Printer > Printing Preferences. • Windows 8/Windows 8.1/Windows Server 2012/Windows Server 2012 R2: Click Orientation in the Apps screen.
Home > Appendix > Options > Change the Cutting Options Change the Cutting Options The cutting options allow you to specify how labels are fed and cut. If you do not use P-touch Editor, you can change the cutting options in the printer driver properties. 1. Do one of the following: • Windows 10/Windows Server 2016: Click Start > Settings > Devices > Printers & scanners. Click the printer you want to set up, and then click Open queue. Click Printer > Printing Preferences. • Windows 8/Windows 8.
Home > Appendix > Brother Numbers Brother Numbers IMPORTANT For technical help, you must contact Brother customer service. >> Customer Service >> FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) Customer Service Visit www.brother.com for contact information on your local Brother office. Service centre locations For service centres in Europe, contact your local Brother Office. Visit www.brother.com for the contact information. Internet Addresses Brother Global Web Site: www.brother.
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