Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product PT-9200DX Brother
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• Read this Quick Reference before you start using your P-touch. • Keep this Quick Reference in a handy place for future reference. Model : PT-9200DX.
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Quick Reference.
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1 T able of contents Unpacking ...................................................................................................................... .................. 2 General Precautions ............................................................
2 Unpacking PT -9200DX 1 1/2”-wide TZ tape cassette (black characters on white tape) CD-ROM containing the PC and Mac software and their manuals Precautions: • Be careful that the CD-ROM is not scratched. • Do not subject the CD-ROM to extremely high or extremely low temperatures.
3 T ape Cassettes • Do not pull on the tape, otherwise the tape cassette may be damaged. • If the label is attached to a wet or dirty surface, it may easily peel off.
4 Connecting the interface and power supply cables Connect the PT -9200DX to the computer according to the instructions below . When connecting to the serial port: 1 Make sure that both the PT -9200DX and the computer are turned off.
5 When connecting to the USB port: Y ou must install the software first before connecting to the USB interface or turning on the power . Please follow the installation procedures on pages 6 through 12 before connecting up or turning the power on. The Brother P-touch installation software will instruct you when to do this.
6 Installing P-touch Editor Before labels can be printed on the PT -9200DX, the P-touch Editor software and the PT -9200DX printer driver must be installed. P-touch Editor & Printer Driver Installation (for W indows ® 95/98/Me/NT 4.0/2000 Professional/XP) Install P-touch Editor V ersion 3.
7 3 Click the icon for the PT -9200DX. The InstallShield ® W izard for installing the P-touch Editor software starts up, and then the W elcome dialog box appears. 4 Carefully read the contents of the dialog box, and then click the Next button to continue.
8 1) Select which options to install. Editor: The P-touch Editor V ersion 3.1 software Clip Art: The illustrations for the P-touch Editor V ersion 3.1 Clip Art function Fonts: The 13 fonts Auto Format T emplates: The templates for the Auto Format function User ’ s Guide: The User ’ s Guide (HTML) for the P- touch Editor V ersion 3.
9 5 Check that the installation will be carried out as desired, and then click the Next button. A dialog box appears, showing that the printer driver has been installed. 6 If the port where the PT -9200DX is connected supports a baud rate of 1 15,200 bps, click the Next button.
10 4 Select the desired baud rate, and then click the Next button. Normally “ 1 15,200 bps ” is selected; however , your computer may not be able to support a baud rate of 1 15,200 bps. If this is the case, refer to the your computer ’ s instruction manual and select the maximum possible baud rate.
11 4 Click the Finish button. A dialog box appears, showing that installation is finished. 5 Select “ Y es, I want to restart my computer now . ” , click the Finish button to restart the computer , and then remove the CD-ROM from the computer .
12 6 If the dialog box warning that the software has not passed Windows Logo testing appears again, click the Continue Anyway button to continue with the installation (since this printer driver has already cleared strict product quality standards of our testing).
13 Clicking the Custom Install button displays a dialog box that allows you to select which options to install. Only the options with a check mark beside them are installed. Select the options that you wish to install, and then click the Install button.
14 3 If the PT -9200DX(Serial) icon was selected, click the icon for the port linked with PT -9200DX(Serial) from the list on the right. 4 Close the Chooser window to confirm your settings. Selecting the printer 1 Pull down the Apple menu and select “ Chooser ” to display the Chooser window .
15 Replacing, installing or deleting the printer driver (for Windows ® 95/98/Me/NT 4.0/2000 Professional/XP) For a serial connection 1 Connect the PT -9200DX to the computer using the enclosed serial interface cable as described on page 4, and then turn on the PT -9200DX.
16 For a USB connection (Windows ® 98/Me/2000 Professional/XP only) A PT -9200DX printer driver can be replaced, added or de- leted by following the procedure below . 1 T urn off the PT -9200DX, and then disconnect it from the computer . 2 Insert the P-touch Editor V ersion 3.
17 W ith Windows ® XP: In the first Found New Hardware W izard dialog box that appears, select “ Install the software automatically (Recommended) ” , and then click the Next button. If the dialog box warning appears indicating the software has not passed W indows Logo testing, simply continue with the installation.
18 Using P-touch Editor The P-touch Editor application makes it easy for anyone to design and print labels for almost any need imaginable. Starting up P-touch Editor On an IBM PC-compatible computer: • By clicking the P-touch Editor icon: Double-click the “P-touch Editor 3.
19 Displaying the Properties Although the screens shown in the following explanations are for W indows ® 95/98/98SE/Me, the operations for Windows ® NT4.0/2000 Professional/XP and Macintosh are the same unless specifically mentioned. The desired Properties can be displayed by clicking the icon in the property dock.
20 Designing a layout from an Auto Format template In addition to allowing you to draw pictures and arrange text using any of the available fonts, sizes, and styles, P-touch Editor comes with a variety of pre-formatted templates, which make creating label layouts quick and easy .
21 On a Macintosh computer: 1 Select the [Auto Format] command in the [File] menu to display the Auto Format dialog box. 2 In the “ Category: ” list box, select the category containing the template that you wish to use. For this example, let ’ s select “ shop ” .
22 Barcode Keep the following points in mind when using P-touch Editor V ersion 3.1 to print barcodes. • Barcodes should be printed on white tape. If other colours of tape are used, the bar code reader may not be able to read the barcode correctly .
23 Reading the User ’ s Guide The P-touch Editor User ’ s Guide can be read either by inserting the CD-ROM into the drive each time you wish to refer to it or by installing it onto your hard disk so that it is quickly available at any time. Since the User ’ s Guide is an HTML document, a browser is needed to read it.
24 Using the PT -9200DX After you have designed a label layout using the P-touch Editor application, you can print it out to make a label. Installing the tape cassette 1 Press down on the cover release button and lift open the tape com- partment cover .
25 5 After the on/off button lights up in green, press the feed/cut button once to remove any slack in the tape and cut off the excess. Printing a label 1 T urn on the PT -9200DX and start up the computer .
26 Maintenance Cleaning the Print Head and Roller A blank horizontal line appearing through the printed label indicates that the print head and roller are dirty . Clean the print head and roller according to the following procedure. 1 T urn off the PT -9200DX.
27 Power button light color Lights up in green Flashes in green Lights up in orange Flashes in orange Flashes in red (Correct the problem, and then try printing again.) Lights up in red (Correct the problem, and then try printing again.) Description/Remedy • The P-touch is operating normally and is in stand-by .
28 Problem The P-touch does not print. A printing error is indicated. While printing, striped tape appears. The power button does not light up or flash. A blank horizontal line appears through the printed label. A data transmission error appears on the computer .
29 Problem Remedy • T urn off the machine, open the tape compartment cover , and remove the tape cassette if one is installed. Using a cotton swab dipped in isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol, clean off the metal piece in the exit slot to the left of the cutter .
30 Power button Changing the P-touch’ s Baud Rate The PT -9200DX ’ s default baud rate for a serial connection is 1 15,200 bps. Some computers may not support a serial port baud rate of 1 15,200 bps. If so, follow the procedure below to change the P-touch ’ s baud rate to 9,600 bps.
31 Machine Specification Power supply: Input AC 120 V 60Hz Print tape: 6 widths available: 1/4 ” (6 mm) 3/8 ” (9 mm) 1/2 ” (12 mm) 3/4 ” (18 mm) 1 ” (24 mm) 1 1/2 ” (36 mm) Print head: 384 dots 360 dpi T ape cutter: Auto full cutter Auto half cutter Port: Serial, USB Dimensions: 4.
32 Accessories • Supplies Obtain tape cassettes from your nearest authorized dealer . Brother cannot be held responsible for trouble caused by the use of unauthorized supplies. Use only Brother TZ tapes with this machine. Do not use tapes that do not have the mark.
33 Stock No. Description QTY/P ACKAGE PRICE 1/4 ” (6 mm) laminated tapes TZ-1 1 1 Black Characters on Clear Adhesive 1 $12.99 TZ-21 1 Black Characters on White Adhesive 1 $14.99 TZ-315 White Characters on Black Adhesive 1 $17.99 TZ-S21 1 Industrial (Strong Adhesive) Black Characters on White Adhesive 1 $15.
34 BROTHER CONT ACT INFORMA TION Service Center Locations If you need a local service center , please call 1-800-284-HELP (4357) to locate the authorized service center closest to you. Note: Be sure to call the Service Center before your visit. Service centers do not provide operational assistance.
P-TOUCH ACCESSORY ORDER FORM Dear Customer: This order form is provided for your convenience should your retailer not stock the item(s) needed. To order by mail, send this completed form along with pr.
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P-TOUCH ACCESSORY ORDER FORM Dear Customer: This order form is provided for your convenience should your retailer not stock the item(s) needed. To order by mail, send this completed form along with pr.
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1 índice Desembalaje ....................................................................................................................................... 2 Precauciones generales ....................................................................
2 Desembalaje PT -9200DX Casete de cinta TZ de 36 mm (1 1/2”) de ancho (caracteres negros sobre cinta blanca) CD-ROM que contiene el software para PC y Mac y los manuales respectivos Precauciones: • Manipule con precaución el CD-ROM para que no resulte dañado.
3 Casetes de cintas • No tire de la cinta, porque si lo hace podrá estropearse el casete. • Si coloca la etiqueta en una superficie húmeda o sucia, podrá desprenderse fácilmente. Antes de colocar la etiqueta, limpie la superficie donde vaya a colocarla.
4 Conexión de los cables de la interfaz y de alimentación Conecte la PT -9200DX al ordenador de acuerdo con las instrucciones ofrecidas a continuación. Cuando la conecte al puerto en serie: 1 Asegúrese de que tanto la PT -9200DX como el ordenador estén apagados.
5 Cuando la conecte al puerto USB: Antes de conectar a la interfaz USB o encender la m á quina, deber á instalar primero el software. Siga los procedi- mientos de instalaci ó n en las p á ginas 6 a 12 antes de conectar o de encender la m á quina.
6 Instalación del P-touch Editor Antes de poder imprimir etiquetas con la PT -9200DX, deber á instalarse el software del P-touch Editor y el controlador de la impresora PT -9200DX. Instalación del P-touch Editor y controlador de impresora (para Windows ® 95/98/Me/NT 4.
7 3 Haga clic sobre el icono de la PT -9200DX. Se iniciar á el asistente “ InstallShield ® W izard ” para instalar el software P-touch Editor y a continuaci ó n aparecer á el cuadro de di á logo “ W elcome ” .
8 1) Seleccione las opciones que quiera instalar . Editor: El software P-touch Editor V ersion 3.1 Clip Art: Las ilustraciones para la funci ó n Clip Art del P-touch Editor V ersion 3.
9 5 Compruebe que la instalaci ó n va a ser realizada del modo deseado y a continuaci ó n haga clic sobre el bot ó n “ Next ” . Aparecer á un cuadro de di á logo mostr á ndole que el controlador de impresora ha sido instalado. 6 Si el puerto al que est á conectada la PT -9200DX permite una velocidad en baudios de 1 15.
10 4 Seleccione la velocidad en baudios deseada y a continuaci ó n haga clic sobre el bot ó n “ Next ” . Normalmente se selecciona “ 1 15,2000 bps ” ; sin embargo, es posible que su ordenador no permita una velocidad en baudios de 1 15.200 bps.
11 4 Haga clic sobre el bot ó n “ Finish ” . Aparecer á un cuadro de di á logo mostr á ndole que la instalaci ó n ha terminado. 5 Seleccione “ Y es, I want to restart my computer now ” , haga clic sobre el bot ó n “ Finish ” para reiniciar el ordenador y a continuaci ó n extraiga el CD-ROM del ordenador .
12 Instalación del P-touch Editor V ersion 3.1 (para Macintosh) Siga el siguiente procedimiento para instalar el software P-touch Editor en un Mac. Compruebe que la configuraci ó n de su sistema cum.
13 Al hacer clic sobre el bot ó n “ Custom Install ” se visualizar á un cuadro de di á logo que le permitir á seleccionar las opciones que quiera instalar . Seleccione solamente las opciones que quiera instalar y a continuaci ó n haga clic sobre el bot ó n “ Install ” .
14 3 Si ha seleccionado PT -9200DX(Serial), haga clic sobre el icono para el puerto enlazado con la PT - 9200DX(Serial) en la lista de la derecha. 4 Cierre la ventana “ Chooser ” para confirmar su configu- raci ó n.
15 Sustitución, instalación o eliminación del controlador de impresora (para Windows ® 95/98/Me/NT 4.0/2000 Professional/XP) Para una conexión en serie 1 Conecte la PT -9200DX al ordenador utilizando el cable de interfaz en serie suministrado como se describe en la p á gina 4, y a continuaci ó n encienda la PT-9200DX.
16 Para una conexión USB (Windows ® 98/Me/2000 Professional/XP solamente) El controlador de impresora de una PT -9200DX se puede sustituir , agregar o eliminar siguiendo el procedimiento in- dicado a continuaci ó n. 1 Encienda la PT -9200DX y a continuaci ó n descon é ctela del ordenador .
17 Con W indows ® XP: En el primer cuadro de di á logo “ Found New Hardware W izard ” que aparece, seleccione “ Install the software autom á tically (Recomended) ” , y despu é s haga clic sobre el bot ó n “ Next ” .
18 Utilización del P-touch Editor La aplicación P-touch Editor facilita a cualquier usuario el diseño y la impresión de etiquetas para casi cualquier necesidad imaginable. Activación del P-touch Editor En un ordenador compatible con PC de IBM: • Haciendo clic sobre el icono P-touch Editor: Haga doble clic sobre el icono “P-touch Editor 3.
19 Visualización de las propiedades Aunque las pantallas mostradas en las siguientes explicaciones son para W indows ® 95/98/98SE/Me, las operaciones para W indows ® NT4.0/2000 Professional/XP y Macintosh son las mismas a menos que se mencione específicamente.
20 Diseño de una composición a partir de una plantilla de autoformato Adem á s de permitirle trazar dibujos y organizar el texto empleando cualquiera de las fuentes, tama ñ os y estilos disponi- b.
21 En un ordenador Macintosh: 1 Seleccione la orden [Auto Format] en el men ú [File] para visualizar el cuadro de di á logo “ Auto Format ” . 2 En el cuadro de la lista “ Category: ” seleccione la categor í a que contenga la plantilla que desee utilizar .
22 Códigos de barras T enga en cuenta lo siguiente cuando utilice el P-touch Editor V ersion 3.1 para imprimir c ó digos de barras. • Los c ó digos de barras habr á n de imprimirse en cinta blanca. Si se emplean otros colores, el lector de c ó digos de barras quiz á s no pueda leer los c ó digos correctamente.
23 Lectura de la Guía de Usuario La Gu í a de Usurario del P-touch Editor puede leerse introduciendo el CD-ROM en su unidad siempre que desee remitirse al mismo o instal á ndola en el disco duro de modo que pueda acceder a ella r á pidamente. Dado que la Gu í a de Usuario es un documento HTML, es necesario un navegador para poder leerlo.
24 Utilización de la PT -9200DX Una vez dise ñ ada la composici ó n de la etiqueta mediante la aplicaci ó n del P-touch Editor , puede imprimirla para hacer una etiqueta. Instalación del casete de cinta 1 Presione el bot ó n de apertura de la cubierta y levante la cubierta del compartimiento de la cinta.
25 5 Una vez que el bot ó n ON/OF se haya encendido en verde, presione el bot ó n FEED/CUT una vez para tensar la cinta y cortar la parte sobrante. Impresión de una etiqueta 1 Encienda la PT -9200DX e inicie el ordenador .
26 Mantenimiento Limpieza del cabezal de impresión y del rodillo La aparici ó n de una l í nea horizontal en blanco a lo largo de la etiqueta impresa indica que el cabezal de impresi ó n y el rodillo est á n sucios. Limpie el cabezal de impresi ó n y el rodillo de acuerdo con el siguiente procedimiento.
27 Condición de iluminación del botón de alimentación Encendido en verde Parpadeando en verde Encendido en naranja Parpadeando en naranja Parpadeando en rojo (Corrija el problema, y despu é s intente imprimir otra vez.) Encendido en rojo (Corrija el problema, y despu é s intente im- primir otra vez.
28 Problema La P-touch no imprime. Se indica un error de impresi ó n. Aparece cinta a rayas du- rante la impresi ó n. El bot ó n de alimentaci ó n no se enciende ni parpa- dea. Aparece una l í nea horizon- tal en blanco a lo largo de la etiqueta impresa.
29 Problema Solución • Apague la m á quina, abra la cubierta del comparti- miento de la cinta y , si hay una casete de cinta den- tro, extr á igala. Utilizando un palillo de algod ó n, humedecido en al- cohol isoprop í lico (para limpieza), limpie la pieza met á lica de la ranura de salida situada a la izquierda del cortador .
30 Bot ó n de alimentaci ó n Cambio de la velocidad en baudios de la P-touch La velocidad en baudios por defecto de la PT -9200DX para una conexi ó n en serie es de 1 15.200 bps. Algunos ordenadores podr á n no soportar una velocidad en baudios de 1 15.
31 Especificaciones de la máquina Fuente de alimentación: Entrada de 120 V CA, 60 Hz Cinta de impresión: 6 anchuras disponi 1/4 ” (6 mm) 3/8 ” (9 mm) 1/2 ” (12 mm) 3/4 ” (18 mm) 1 ” (24 m.
32 Accesorios • Accesorios de consumo Adquiera los casetes de cinta en el distribuidor autorizado que le quede m á s cer ca. Brother no puede hacerse responsable de los problemas causados por el empleo de accesorios de consumo no autorizados. Emplee s ó lo cintas Brother TZ con esta m á quina.
33 N.° de producto Descripción CANT ./PAQUETE PRECIO Cintas laminadas de 6 mm (1/4 ” ) TZ-1 1 1 Caracteres negros sobre cinta transparente 1 $12.99 TZ-21 1 Caracteres negros sobre cinta blanca 1 $14.99 TZ-315 Caracteres blancos sobre cinta negra 1 $17.
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