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1. Concentration 3 Tape Settings ut Cut each label Display tape width confirmation mess age Revert to Defaults Cancel Print 7 Select the number of labels you want in the Copies box 8 Click Print You see a tape width confirmation message 9 Click OK to print Parent topic Designing Labels With Label Editor Lite Formatting Text in Label Editor Lite You can use the Font settings area or the Text menu to format the alignment or basic style of your text 101 Enter text or click the text in a label Do any of the following e Change the font by selecting it in the font list e Emphasize the text using the B bold italic amp underline or strikethrough buttons or menu options e Change the text justification using the left justify options e Change the font size in the Font Size list The text is updated as you select font options Parent topic Designing Labels With Label Editor Lite Inserting Images in Label Editor Lite center or right justify buttons or menu You can add your own logos photos or graphics to your labels and ribbons 1 2 Click the insert image icon Locate and select the file you want to use on your computer and click Insert Note Color photos or other images appear in black and white only The image appears in the label Click the image properties icon You see this window None Left Center Image Position Right Entirely Th
2. Note Tape cartridges contain ink ribbons Make sure to follow local ink disposal regulations Parent topic Important Safety Instructions 125 Related references Label Editor Printer Settings Related tasks Printing Labels With Label Editor Lite AC Adapter Safety Instructions Use only the AC adapter and power cord that came with your product Do not use the AC adapter with any other equipment and use only with the specified voltage Using the wrong AC adapter and power cord may result in damage overheating fire or electric shock Plug the power cord firmly into the outlet When removing the plug from the outlet grasp the plug firmly and do not pull on the cord Make sure the plug is not dusty when inserting it into an outlet Do not hold the plug with wet hands Do not make any modifications to the AC adapter or power cord Place the AC adapter and power cord to avoid abrasions cuts fraying crimping and kinking Do not place heavy objects on top of the AC adapter or power cord Do not use the AC adapter in a confined space or cover it with a cloth Make sure the AC adapter has sufficient ventilation so that it does not overheat and become damaged Do not forcibly bend or twist the power cord Do not place the AC adapter or power cord near a heater To avoid fire or electric shock do not use a damaged AC adapter or power cord Turn off the product before unplugging the AC adapter Otherwise it may not function prope
3. Labels are made from non toxic materials however attached labels are stiff and may rub or scratch the skin if direct contact occurs Labels are dry cleanable and machine washable Keep the label length short up to about half the width of the iron soleplate Labels that are too long may be difficult to attach or may look distorted due to the expansion and contraction of the fabric Trimming the corners of the label before attaching it may help prevent it from peeling off the fabric If a label does peel you can re apply by ironing however it may not adhere as securely to the fabric When applying a label to fabric that may be frequently washed or dry cleaned it is recommended that the label be sewn on When using a steam iron turn the steam off when ironing on the label Once a label is applied it cannot be easily removed 110 e Never clean the labels with chemicals or solvents such as benzine thinner or alcohol Otherwise the print on the label may become faint or distorted e If labels are exposed to direct sunlight for long periods of time yellowing may occur e iron on labels do not adhere to non fabric materials such as paper or leather e When using bleach or spot detergent make sure you test it in advance Parent topic lron on Labels 111 Cleaning the Printer Follow the instructions in these sections to clean your label printer Cleaning the Outside of the Printer Cleaning the Print Head Cleaning
4. Lintitied C a 2 OP Primer EPSON LW Tape Width Wa Sy TH OD BB tape length manual 0 00 5 in S Font Size Extra Large Parent topic Getting Started With Label Editor Lite Related tasks Connecting the Printer to Your Computer 96 Label Editor Lite Main Window Foson Label iiim Lite hrti lahele test label wate BP UKE EBS ForS Extra Large Label preview area File area History area Insert area Text editing area Font settings area Tape length settings area Tape width settings area Printing area O ON OT fF W NY 0 Zoomarea 97 Parent topic Getting Started With Label Editor Lite Designing Labels With Label Editor Lite Follow the instructions in these sections to design a variety of label and ribbon types Setting Default Preferences in Label Editor Lite Creating a Basic Label in Label Editor Lite Formatting Text in Label Editor Lite Inserting Images in Label Editor Lite Inserting the Date and Time in Label Editor Lite Adding Borders in Label Editor Lite Inserting QR Codes in Label Editor Lite Using the Label Editor Lite Wizard Parent topic Using Label Editor Lite for OS X Setting Default Preferences in Label Editor Lite You can define default settings for the Label Editor Lite screen text formatting and printing options and other features 1 Open the Epson Label Editor Lite menu and select Preferences 98 You see a window like this Set the d
5. PC online flashes on the display and the printer s keyboard Is disabled Note To use the keyboard while the printer is connected to your computer press the H PC link button again Parent topic Using the Printer With Your Computer Related tasks Installing Label Editor 47 Installing Label Editor Lite Using Label Editor for Windows The Label Editor software makes it easy to create labels and ribbons using your Windows computer as described in these sections Getting Started With Label Editor Designing Labels With Label Editor Creating Special Format Labels Using Label Editor Printing Labels With Label Editor Parent topic Using the Printer With Your Computer Getting Started With Label Editor Follow the instructions in these sections to get started using Label Editor for Windows Installing Label Editor Starting Label Editor Label Editor Main Window Label Editor Toolbars Parent topic Using Label Editor for Windows Installing Label Editor Install the Label Editor software using the DVD that came with your label printer If your computer does not have a DVD drive you can download the software from Epson s support website Visit the driver download site U S downloads or Canadian downloads 1 Insert the DVD and follow the instructions on the screen to install both the application and the driver 2 When you are prompted to connect the printer to your computer connect it using the included USB cable Parent t
6. You see this window ai ag o Ovginal Background Patom Ted Bacri Patiem See Pye meet yg S 2 Doone of the following e Select one of the available background patterns 69 e To create your own pattern click Original Background Pattern and click New You see this window Delete All Undo Use the tools to design your pattern and click OK Once you have designed a pattern Label Editor saves it with the ready made background patterns so you can use it again 70 e To create a text background pattern click Text Background Pattern You see this window Enter the text for your background then select the Font Style and Size options you want to use 3 Click OK You see your background pattern on the Label Editor main screen Parent topic Designing Labels With Label Editor Inserting Lines and Shapes in Label Editor You can add graphics to your labels and ribbons using a variety of lines and shapes 1 Click the arrow next to the l Straight Line icon You see this window N LI OON Or 71 Click the line or shape you want to draw Note If you select the regular polygon shape you can choose a polygon and set the number of sides or a star and set the number and ratio of points Click on your label on the screen Your cursor turns into a pencil Drag the pencil to draw your line or shape Note For some lines you need to click to anchor the line segment then double click to fi
7. automatically Rough Sets the method for printing imported images Fine Line Art BW lets you set the threshold for turning grayscale images into BW black and white Concentration Decreases or increases the print density Options tab Cut Setting Cut each label Sets how the label is cut Cut after job Cut each label cuts each label Don t cut as it is printed Cut after job prints multiple labels in a print job without cutting Don t cut prints all labels without cutting so you can cut them manually 91 Setting Options Description View Setting Display tape width Displays selected information confirmation message before printing Print Preview mm mm Selects the units of measurement inches in used in Label Editor Utilities tab Feed and Cut Select to feed or feed and cut labels or to restart the printer driver Printer Drivers Restart Parent topic Printing Labels With Label Editor Print Paste Printing in Label Editor You can create labels from imported data and select individual data fields or columns to print on separate labels For example instead of including the item name code and price on one label you can create three separate labels one for each item This is called print paste printing in Label Editor 1 Create or open a label project with imported data You see a label with the layout you have selected 2 Select the layout window 3 Click the arrow under Print Paste Printing Mu
8. numbers and symbols on your labels You can use either the key to quickly format a simple label or the amp key for more control over the size of individual lines or text blocks Changing the Label Font Size Changing the Font Size Using the Edit Menu Parent topic Creating Labels Using the Keyboard Changing the Label Font Size You can quickly change the size of the font on your label 1 Press the 4 key You see a description of the number of lines on your label and squares representing the text 2 Press the key repeatedly until you see the size you want to use When the display returns to your label preview you see your text in the size you have selected Parent topic Changing Font Size Changing the Font Size Using the Edit Menu You can use the Edit menu to change the font size for each line or block of text on your label 1 Press the amp key You see the Edit menu on the display 2 Use the E key to highlight Font size and press the 2 key 30 3 Select the number of lines of text on your label or a setting that represents the font size you want to use Note To restore the previous settings select Equal You see a list of the size configurations available with squares representing the text 4 Select the size configuration you want to use 5 Select whether you want to apply the design to the whole label or the current block Parent topic Changing Font Size Related references Label Format Sett
9. 23 EMENN WOK rniou e neu aid oudseeet spose sacs E nna ss wack ta teli ens a a mianas 23 SAVING LADElS tees eh occus2 to ecaceredw eis ueves Mie deernddtecetnad eh Sees alccecencut ens duee sMerdeuscd neal en 2acwse adewctetetnee hoe eteee 24 Deleting Label aisinn dea ineaciatarhdee ch ie el a ial adi se bee oie rida tase 24 Adding SV IID OIS ies cise eed acelin vec es sates ahaa ha vince E E eeene ween eeenees 24 7A e219 he j 1 o Mennetee cntertie tenet oy atte ete meant een eee ie are rennet ne ne een eee eee one ee eee ne 25 Addn GUNNS saree etude eects ae acl aetd nett sated E E sean eeaadeeaea sean ee 26 Avalable Franne S oe ee ee a See ee 28 Adding NCS coasts ces ee tei E Soleinda bate Daatne ates oot siihehdheetneeaeieseaaateoecesd 29 CTIA I ON IZ Cos oo cate os tt cic neato taal s8 ec tale catia sate e a 30 Changing the abel POM OZ Esia E leieec toilet ieceateaiat cia bes Mianiadaclelcieen aay 30 Changing the Font Size Using the Edit Menu ccccccccceseeeceeeeeeeceeeeeeseeeeeseaeeeeeessaaeeeessaeaeeeess 30 Changing the abel Fonsi pare heie hte thes ahaa E eaten itera dea 31 Adding IP UNGIU ANGI iissa E asa abehs ine aca teetndabcanetectes 32 Adding Accented Ml X gis een neem a a ee eer 32 Changing abel Format Settings eesriie aneen E S 33 Label FORMAL SETIM OS nuidsri i ethos s eobanbh aicbicalaeimnanaiuebenhonbielapeasauindotiws 33 Creating Special Format Labels Using the Keyboard cce
10. Sentence Pagmate with Alphanumenc Sequence Gata importing af Successive impart Prani vin all data Pret dala checked in Dala Creation Window Prev Paste Printing ij w Prad Onde 12 Select the number of labels you want in the Copies box 13 Select the options you want in the Data Importing section 14 Click OK to print your labels Parent topic Creating Special Format Labels Using Label Editor Creating Ribbons With Repeated Patterns in Label Editor You can easily create ribbons with repeated patterns of text and graphics Load ribbon tape in your label printer before you print Note For best results turn off the auto cutter and use scissors to cut the ribbon 80 Enter the text for your label You can use normal text or text art for curved or transformed text Select the font and size for the text Add symbols images or a border if desired Click the 8 Ribbon icon You see this window a ely Ribbon Length Text Intareal bor te gon rao bei ia tor lfyeu for you for you Hi r i F a i i d i h Ti I I I i T Li I Text imienna Text bwerval Ribbon Length 5 Enter the length of the ribbon and interval between each repeated block 6 Click OK You see a preview of your ribbon design Parent topic Creating Special Format Labels Using Label Editor Related tasks Inserting Images in Label Editor Inserting Symbols in Label Editor Adding Borders in Label Editor 81 Print
11. and Cutting the Tape in Label Editor Lite You can manually feed the tape or ribbon or feed and automatically cut it e Click the gt feed icon The printer feeds a short length of tape or ribbon e Click the feed and cut icon The printer feeds a short length of tape or ribbon and cults it Parent topic Using Label Editor Lite for OS X 106 Printing Labels With Label Editor Lite When you have finished designing a label you are ready to print 1 Click the print icon You see a window like this Print Settings Copies 1 Mirror Print Concentration 3 Tape Settings Cut Cut each label v Display tape width confirmation mess age Revert to Defaults Cancel Print 2 Select the number of copies 3 Select the Mirror Print checkbox if you want the label to print on clear tape to be used ona transparent surface 4 Select the Concentration setting to decrease or increase the print density 5 Select the Cut option you want to use 6 Click Print Parent topic Using Label Editor Lite for OS X 107 Applying Your Labels Follow the instructions in these sections to apply your printed labels Applying Standard Labels lron on Labels Applying Standard Labels Your printed labels are easy to attach to most surfaces Caution Depending on the environment and the surface to which you attach them labels may peel off or become discolored and the adhesive may remain on or damage the surface Epso
12. entire label e Try holding the iron down for 15 to 20 seconds e Try trimming the corners of the label e If an item needs frequent washing you may need to sew on the label instead of ironing it Parent topic Solving Problems Related concepts lron on Labels Where to Get Help If you need to contact Epson for technical support services use the following support options Internet Support Visit Epson s support website at eoson com support U S or epson ca support Canada for solutions to common problems You can download drivers and documentation get FAQs and troubleshooting advice or e mail Epson with your questions 119 Speak to a Support Representative Before you call Epson for support please have the following information ready e Product name e Product serial number located on a label on the product e Proof of purchase such as a store receipt and date of purchase e Computer configuration e Description of the problem Then call e U S 562 276 7245 6 AM to 8 PM Pacific Time Monday through Friday and 7 AM to 4 PM Pacific Time Saturday e Canada 905 709 2567 6 AM to 8 PM Pacific Time Monday through Friday and 7 AM to 4 PM Pacific Time Saturday Days and hours of support are subject to change without notice Toll or long distance charges may apply Purchase Supplies and Accessories Epson offers a wide array of tapes and ribbons for multiple uses You can purchase tape cartridges and accessor
13. label design can only be printed on 1 inch 24 mm wide tape Change alkaline Load wider tape Unable to print on the current tape Use a wider tape Printing length too long Shorten the label text No more barcode You can only add one barcode to a label when you are using the built in keyboard QR CODE too big Do one of the following use a wider tape reduce the text or cell size or lower the ECC Error Checking and Correction level Overheated The print head is too hot Turn the power off and take out the tape cartridge Allow the print head to cool before trying to print again Cover open Powering _ If you open the rear cover while the power is on this message displays and off the power turns off automatically Always turn the power off before opening the rear cover Motor error An error occurred in the motor operation Turn the power off then turn it back on If the same message appears turn the power off again and contact Epson for technical support Parent topic Solving Problems Related references Where to Get Help Related tasks Inserting and Removing Tape Cartridges Installing Batteries 115 Resetting the Printer The printer may stop functioning because of static electricity or other causes If your printer does not function normally for example the power does not turn on or off or the display is distorted you can reset the printer Caution Resetting your printer erases all saved labels and f
14. labels Note The Label Editor and Label Editor Lite software include additional symbols and allow you to import your own graphics and logos 24 1 To add a symbol press the 9 key You see a list of symbol categories on the display 2 Use the t key to scroll through the list of categories then press the w key to select the one you want The symbols appear on the display 3 Use the t key to highlight the symbol you want and press the w key Available Symbols Parent topic Creating Labels Using the Keyboard Available Symbols You can select from these symbols FC A VQ WKEWHzdBIA ft Metric mmem kmcmm ki c m mgg keg m 2 C Double 0001 0910 T HOOD ty AAAARAAAABASREIA QS Se aEOO 25 S DOPHHOQH HSH HOO o H mh OAGOIGFOFEOCORKOKAOEROGES ESAS w Y ee DA BOS SOVASSLUVUP OA E AAA ENE Siwy E Di Parent topic Adding Symbols Adding Frames You can add frames to your labels ranging from simple rectangles to graphic borders incorporating images for special occasions and activities You can add a frame to a block of text or to the whole label T ABC 26 1 To adda frame press the amp key You see the Edit menu on the display _ Use the key to highlight Frame amp Table and press the 42 key 3 Highlight Frame and press the 2 key You see the frames on the display 4 Use the ts key to highlight the number of the frame you want or enter the frame number to jump directly
15. preferences in the way your label printer works 1 Press the key 2 Use the t key to highlight any of the following settings then press the 8 key to select it e Contrast e Backlight e Battery type e Language e inch cm 3 Use the t key to highlight the option you want then press the 2 key to select it Parent topic Setting Up the Printer Adjusting the Preview By default the display shows a preview of your formatted label and its dimensions You can turn off the preview if you want to see more lines of text on the display for multi line labels To change the preview press the UN keys You can toggle between the two views as necessary Parent topic Setting Up the Printer 22 Creating Labels Using the Keyboard You can use the built in keyboard to design and create a variety of labels Entering Text Saving Labels Deleting Labels Adding Symbols Adding Frames Adding Tables Changing Font Size Changing the Label Font Adding Punctuation Adding Accented Letters Changing Label Format Settings Entering Text You can use the built in keyboard to enter letters numbers and other characters e To type an uppercase letter press the UY key the letter e To use all uppercase letters press the GN key then type your text e To start a new line press the 2 key The line number appears on the display Note You can print up to 8 lines of text depending on the label format and tape width If you try to exc
16. to a frame 5 Press the key to select the frame you want 6 Highlight Whole label or This block and press the 2 key Note You can add a frame either before or after adding the text to your label but the frame will not appear on the preview until you add text Available Frames Parent topic Creating Labels Using the Keyboard Related references Label Format Settings 27 Available Frames You can select from these frames ri ie ok i 28 SCE cel ios rahe ven Parent topic Adding Frames Adding Tables You can add tables containing up to 8 rows depending on the width of the tape you are using You can add as many columns as necessary to each table 1 To adda table press the amp key You see the Edit menu on the display Use the E key to highlight Frame amp Table and press the 42 key Highlight Table and press the 2 key You see several table styles to choose from 4 Use thet key to highlight the table style you want and press the iw key 29 5 Highlight Whole label or This block depending on how you want to use the table and press the key Note If you select This block you can add more than one table to a label 6 To add anew row to the table press the V2 key 7 To add a new column to the table press the 53 keys Parent topic Creating Labels Using the Keyboard Related references Label Format Settings Changing Font Size You can change the size of the letters
17. w key e Set number to print up to 99 copies of your label or design e Until stopped to print continuously until you press any key 4 Use the ts key to highlight Start print and press the J key to start printing Parent topic Printing Labels Using the Built In Keyboard Printing Mirror Image Labels You can create mirror image labels which are designed to be printed on clear tape and used ona transparent surface 1 Press the J key 2 Use the te key to highlight Mirror print and press the w key 3 Use the E key to highlight On and press the 42 key 4 Use the ts key to highlight Start print and press the J key to start printing Parent topic Printing Labels Using the Built In Keyboard Printing Without Cutting You can turn off the Auto Cut seiting to print without cutting This allows you to print a series of labels and cut them manually or print a long ribbon with a repeated pattern 1 Press the keys 45 Use the t key to highlight Auto cut and press the 42 key Use the 2 key to highlight Off and press the 2 key 4 Doone of the following e To print along ribbon with a repeated pattern or multiple copies of the same label press the key and select Print copies To print a single label press the button 5 To remove the labels or ribbon cut it with scissors or press the WW key the amp button and select Feed and cut Parent topic Printing Labels Using the Built In Keyboard Feed
18. Canada for the latest in compatibility and drivers for your product Parent topic Technical Specifications Label Printer Specifications Dimensions approximate Weight approximate excluding batteries and tape cartridge Supported tape widths Interface Temperature Width 7 2 inches 184 mm Depth 9 4 inches 238 mm Height 3 1 inches 79 mm 1 72 Ib 780 g 1 4 3 8 1 2 3 4 and 1 inch 6 9 12 18 and 24 mm USB 1 1 Full speed Operating 41 to 95 F 5 to 35 C Storage 14 to 131 F 10 to 55 C Parent topic Technical Specifications 122 Label Printer Power Supply Specifications AC adapter type AST11162Z1 1 dedicated adapter power cable only Manufacturer Seiko Epson Corp Input AC100 240V 0 4A 50 60Hz Output DC11V 1 64A Total output power 18 W Battery AA alkaline battery x 6 AA Ni MH battery x 6 Parent topic Technical Specifications 123 Notices Check these sections for important notices about your label printer Note Epson offers a recycling program for end of life products Please go to epson com recycle for information on how to return your products for proper disposal Important Safety Instructions FCC Compliance Statement Trademarks Copyright Notice Important Safety Instructions Before using your label printer read and follow these safety instructions General Label Printer Safety Instructions Tape Cartridge Safety Instructions AC Adapter Sa
19. EPSON EXCEED YOUR VISION LabelWorks LW 700 User s Guide Contents LabelWorks LW 700 User s Guide c ccccccsseccseccneeeneseeucseeeeeeneeeuseeusueusueusseusuenuseeuseeeeeueseuseenaueuseeneusoaes 9 Introduction to Your LabelWorks Printer 0c cccccsessseeeeseneeceseceseneeeseneeenseueeenseuasensenueensueueeneuensenneeneuens 10 Product BOX COMEN meaane EE TEREE tu duyenenaselecmiaced 10 Notations USed in the DocumematioM nisi sctien eii a A NE a R 10 Label Pinter Pat WOCATOMNS erena a a ancoretd ew iekeeenseonacene 11 W215 2 cs gS Ga cats spe mee rane teat mer fee ar oe or POO ea ee ea Pa et 11 Label Printer Parts Keyboard cic ccts cent cat ccn taste EE ai 13 Label Primer Pans DISDIAY aseek e a a e e ea aa e TETES 14 Seting UD the PNE asnan A 16 GOnmeciingine AG Adap E rora Gees aaa ia eee eee 16 ST HNIC AM CNC A sk toes te aes Ate det apenas atic a E T TT taunted paar iain ate eet 17 Inserting and Removing Tape Cartridges ccccccccssccccececceeeeeseseeceeeeeceecesseeeesseeeseaeeeseueessneeesaneeees 18 Turning the Printer OnsanG Oii sceceees cevesevete an ene e e a seca tea E wtesaiekd 21 Ghanging Language and Other PrelerenCes asnan aieneaieawiebbuaidedesmedieventiawaswemedie 22 Aajusungihe Previ WW iotesege oats ete lek tal eee he wend alnaceeded encapeaetanaee Ss 22 Creating Labels USING the Keyboard acetates cucteaidedet cess scaswel scien busatuacasvowsshshweensuaaneiassadewicccuiavsbusaandaays
20. Print Order checkbox in the Print Paste Printing section 8 To select additional printing options click Printer Settings You see this window Paper Setting Tape Wien i Col width of ape mownied in tha printer Get Tape Width Grinniaion ABC Vertical E Horizontal Print Setting ABC Wire Pini Ne Version informabon 9 Select any of the tabs to display the available options 89 10 Select the options you want 11 Click OK to close the window 12 Click OK to print Parent topic Printing Labels With Label Editor Related references Label Editor Printer Settings Label Editor Printer Settings The Printer Settings options let you adjust many label features as you print including the orientation of text and mirror printing Famer Graohecs Opdiene ies Papert Setting Tage With imm 2 ee w Col width of tape mownied in the printer Get Tape Width Cigna ABC P Wertical Honzontal Print Setting ABC Winer Pret Me i Version informaban Setting Options Description Paper tab 90 Setting Options Description Tape Width Various widths available Sets the width of the loaded tape Get Tape Width detects the width of the loaded tape automatically Orientation Vertical Sets the orientation of the label Horizontal text Print Setting Select Yes for mirror image printing on clear labels for use on transparent surfaces Graphics tab Resolution 180 dpi Sets the print quality
21. To adjust the image format if necessary double click the image You see a window like this Border Tim Adust image Postion Adi border 6 Select any of the tabs to display the available options 7 Select the options you want 60 8 When you are finished click OK Parent topic Designing Labels With Label Editor Related tasks Working With Blocks in Label Editor Inserting Symbols in Label Editor You can select from a variety of ready made graphic symbols to use in your labels and ribbons 1 Click the Symbol icon You see this window Wort Vebecle Lifo Exvironment Packages Safety Tourstesort Protibien Pubic ind paeps Miami Stamp F AAR Hame Seal opy Dakit BY oo Cancel 2 Use the arrows at the top of the window to scroll through the available categories Use the scroll bar on the right to scroll through the available symbols in each category 3 Select the symbol you want and click OK You see the outline of the symbol block on the screen 4 Drag the block where you want it to appear on your label and click the block to display the symbol 61 5 Adjust the size and position of the symbol and text 6 To adjust the symbol format if necessary double click the symbol You see this window 7 Select any of the tabs to display the available options 8 Select the options you want 9 When you are finished click OK Parent topic Designing Lab
22. abel Editor select Horizontal Text and click OK 54 You see a blank label on the main Label Editor screen TilX Sh Ot bheP on tk bees BAUS AJEIZ Seg iip 4 pe r 2 Enter text in the label then click outside the label You see your text on the label surrounded by a red line with green handles like this SESS eee so EFATE Wee eee ae ee ee 3 4 Gi i 55 3 Tochange the font and size select the text box and select the font name and font size from the selection boxes You can use any font installed on your computer 4 To save your label click the Save icon enter a file name and click Save 5 When you are ready to print click the Print icon You see a window like this Printers EPSON LW Printer Sefings Copies Alphanumene Sequence Pagmate with Alphanumensc Sequence Gata importing ey ae alt i i FT il ti a la Prei Pasie Printing s Prini Order 6 Select the number of labels you want in the Copies box 7 Click OK to print Parent topic Designing Labels With Label Editor Related tasks Editing Text Design in Label Editor 56 Editing Layout in Label Editor Setting Default Preferences in Label Editor You can define default settings for the Label Editor screen text formatting and printing options and other features 1 Open the Settings menu and select Preferences You see a window like this Select any of the tabs to display the available options Select the opti
23. abels 1 To edit the layout of a block click the I S Edit block icon and click the block on the Label Editor main screen Note To select more than one block press and hold the Shift key on your computer keyboard while you click the blocks or choose Select All from the Edit menu You see green handles around the selected block 74 2 Open the Layout menu Block Order Flip Rotate Align Set Position Revert to Default Ratios Ctrl D 3 Do any of the following Note To reposition overlapping blocks click Block Order and select any of the available options To flip a block horizontally or vertically click Flip and select one of the options To rotate a block click Rotate and select one of the options To align one or more blocks click Align and select one of the options To reposition a block interactively click Set Position select one of the options click OK and click on the label where you want to position the block To reposition multiple blocks interactively click Arrange Blocks select one of the options click OK and click one of the blocks To restore the original aspect ratio of an image click Revert to Default Ratios You can also use the icons on the Layout toolbar to perform many of the same functions Parent topic Designing Labels With Label Editor 75 Related tasks Working With Blocks in Label Editor Editing Text Design in Label Editor You can use the Text Settings window t
24. ave 2 Diamond 3 Flower 4 Cards 5 Arabesq 6 Mesh 7 Dotted Italic Normal Bold B l 35 Options Description Applies strikeout underlining borders or shading to individual characters lines blocks or entire labels The Brdr mesh and Round mesh settings apply shading and a rectangular or round border Adjusts the width or size of individual characters or all characters in a line block or entire label Applies various background patterns to the entire label Applies bold or italic formatting to individual characters lines blocks or entire labels B 1 applies bold and italic formatting to individual characters lines blocks or entire labels Setting Options Description Vertical Changes the text orientation to vertical for one block or the entire label Various fonts available Selects the font for individual characters lines blocks or entire labels Equal Adjusts the font size for a block of 1 Line text or the entire label 2 Lines 3 Lines 4 Lines 5 8 Lines When adding 2 digit numbers to a vertical label select Doublefigure using the amp key Parent topic Changing Label Format Settings 36 Creating Special Format Labels Using the Keyboard Follow the instructions in these sections to create special format labels using the built in keyboard Creating a Sequence of Labels Creating Barcode Labels Creating QR Code Labels Creating Folder Tab Labels Creating Patc
25. break and enter the next line of text When the text is complete select Finish and press the w key If you see QR CODE too big on the display you need to press the key and start over Try selecting a smaller Symbol Size and shortening the text Parent topic Creating Special Format Labels Using the Keyboard 39 Creating Folder Tab Labels Folder tab labels can be folded to display the text on two sides of the label u owo 1or 1Q 9 4 UL o or File 01 Al DA Note One inch 24 mm wide tape or special folder tab tape is recommended for folder tab labels Press the key Select one of the following and press the 2 key No e Tab V to print a vertical label e Tab H to print a horizontal label 3 Select the length of the label and press the iJ key 4 Enter the text for the label Parent topic Creating Special Format Labels Using the Keyboard Creating Patch Panel Labels Patch panel labels are a convenient way to identify various ports on equipment such as routers or switches You can create one label with multiple segments one for each port 40 Press the key Select Panel and press the J key Select the length of the segments or select Auto to have the length vary by the label text Press the 52 key Enter the text pressing the v2 key after each segment oe i I Parent topic Creating Special Format Labels Using the Keyboard Cable Labels You can create flag and w
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27. chnician for help WARNING The connection of a non shielded equipment interface cable to this equipment will invalidate the FCC Certification or Declaration of this device and may cause interference levels which exceed the limits established by the FCC for this equipment It is the responsibility of the user to obtain and use a shielded equipment interface cable with this device If this equipment has more than one interface connector do not leave cables connected to unused interfaces Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user s authority to operate the equipment For Canadian Users CAN ICES 3 B NMB 3 B Parent topic Notices Trademarks EPSON is a registered trademark LabelWorks and LC TAPE are trademarks and EPSON Exceed Your Vision is a registered logomark of Seiko Epson Corporation Mac and OS X are trademarks of Apple Inc registered in the U S and other countries General Notice Other product names used herein are for identification purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective owners Epson disclaims any and all rights in those marks EPSON EXCEED YOUR VISION Parent topic Notices Copyright Notice All rights reserved No part of this publication may be reproduced stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any means electronic mechanical photocopying recording or otherwise without the prior written permission of Seiko Epson C
28. ctromagnetic interference such as loudspeakers or the base units of cordless telephones The product and product manuals may come packaged in plastic bags Keep plastic bags away from small children to avoid any risk of suffocation If you will not be using the product for a long period unplug the power cord and remove the batteries Before cleaning unplug the power cord and remove the batteries Use only a dry soft cloth to clean the product do not use liquid or chemical cleaners Operate the keyboard gently Take care not to cut your fingers when cutting tape with scissors Turn the power off after use Do not unplug the AC adapter until the power off message disappears WARNING The cords included with this product contain chemicals including lead known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm Wash hands after handling This notice is provided in accordance with Proposition 65 in Cal Health amp Safety Code 25249 5 and following Parent topic Important Safety Instructions Tape Cartridge Safety Instructions Use only compatible LC tape cartridges with this label TAPE To avoid damage do not drop or disassemble tape cartridges Feed the tape using the UY key the W button or the software commands Do not forcibly pull out the tape Otherwise you may damage the tape cartridge Do not try to print with an empty tape cartridge this may overheat the print head and damage the product
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30. e number of copies and any other settings you want oa oe Click OK to print your labels Parent topic Creating Special Format Labels Using Label Editor Related tasks Creating Labels from Imported Data in Label Editor Printing Labels in Label Editor Using the Label Editor Catalog Label Editor includes a catalog containing a variety of ready made labels You can print the existing labels or customize them as necessary 1 From the New Open screen select Label Catalog and click OK You see this window 84 2 Select a category on the left then scroll through the label images to select the one you want Note To limit your selection to the tape width you are using click the arrow under Tape Width and select the width 3 To edit a selected label click Edit You see the label on the Label Editor screen You can use any of the available editing tools to edit the label blocks 4 To printa selected label click Print 5 Select the number of copies and any other settings you want 6 Click OK to print Parent topic Creating Special Format Labels Using Label Editor Related tasks Editing Text Design in Label Editor Editing Layout in Label Editor Printing Labels in Label Editor Creating Numbered Label Sequences in Label Editor You can create copies of a label that are automatically numbered in sequence using numerals or letters of the alphabet 1 Create the text for your label 2 Open the Insert menu and s
31. eed the maximum an error message appears e To start a new block of text press the 42 keys Text blocks allow you to apply styles to one block at a time The following example shows two blocks of text on the display and on a printed label MSOttice nt Room 1 101 Extension Office Room 2 102 Room 1 101 Extension Room 3 103 Room 2 102 wT 9 Room 3 103 23 Block 1 on the display Block 2 on the display Block 1 printed Block 2 printed AA O N e To delete the previous character or line press the key e To view a detailed preview of your label press the key Parent topic Creating Labels Using the Keyboard Related tasks Changing Label Format Settings Saving Labels You can store up to 100 saved labels at a time To save your label press the amp 9 key The label you created is saved and you are ready to create another one Parent topic Creating Labels Using the Keyboard Deleting Labels Each label you create is numbered If you delete a saved label you can reuse its number to create a new label 1 To select a label for deletion press the or amp key until you see the label you want 2 To delete the label press the keys You see a message asking if you want to delete all the text 3 Press the w key to delete or press the key if you change your mind Parent topic Creating Labels Using the Keyboard Adding Symbols You can select from a variety of graphic symbols to incorporate into your
32. efault settings Printer EPSON LW Tape Width 18mm 3 4 Margins Standard Arial Regular Bold Italie Underline Strikethrough Justify Align Left Center Align Righ Revert to Defaults Cancel Select the options you want to use as default settings Note The settings are applied to the next object you create Click OK Click OK again You return to the main window 99 Parent topic Designing Labels With Label Editor Lite Creating a Basic Label in Label Editor Lite You can easily create a label with text and graphics and print it on your label printer 1 Start Label Editor Lite You see the main Label Editor Lite screen Enson Label Ecietor Lire Lintitied eee 38 seer De Printer EPSON LW i Tape Width Iammas A b o 8 0 R Tapelenth O Manal 0 00 iin Margins Standard Ss Font Size Extra large 2 Select the printer and tape width 3 Enter the text for your label in the text field The text appears in the text editing area and the label preview area 100 4 Tochange the font and size select the text box and select the font name and font size from the selection boxes You can use any font installed on your computer 5 To save your label click the save icon enter the file name select any tags and click Save 6 When you are ready to print click the print icon You see a window like this Print Settings Copies 1 n Mirror Print
33. el Editor cccccccccssecceeeeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeeseeeeeetanes 85 Pinna LaDe HV VIE ADE i CNO Ms sacs tac ute Sa ras eee os N eh oe hah ete 87 PANINO LADES in Label Editor 5 csisicccud arenas i cde ctrocsatanedehctesesneasanandeeentecsatedaiueaskeldantoiedacavaremmenieuce 88 LabeliEGiOr Printer Seting S ice siisncateectadscoiibestetetescantnndieen delet iefondobouciel ant belacdeteiaie Taleb es 90 Print Paste Printing Im Label EGF scsssibiccadicceteen teins n a E E E E 92 Using Label Editor Lite for OS X suarseisirirenonei e n a e a A 95 Getting Started With Label Editor Lite isinan E 95 IASTAMING Label Editor Ele ics ecrce tat ans edu ae cela iecee sacks seendenmsadte saustec wt atecesataeeeantnteenmaseedncee 95 Standing a DELE dtor i gt eeeeeee ences oem emee a ee eee emcee eum ents eer ent ene SCR eee erent errr es 96 Label Editor Lite Main WINGOW nassi 2s acces Vane d ened raa tar aaar E EEEE E 97 Designing Labels With Label Editor Lite ccccccsscccccseeeecceeececseseeecseaseeeseueeeeseaeeessegeeessageeeneas 98 Setting Default Preferences in Label Editor Lite nn0000nnno00nnnnnnennnnnnnnnnnonnnnnnnsnnrrerenrrrenennnne 98 Creating a Basic Label in Label Editor Lit amp sssrsiirnsensiiii nienia a 100 Formatting LexP IN Label Edoras ieee tet ieheel thee nl ceda tied ee bended sheeted 101 Inserting Images in Label Editor Lite ccc ccccccsececccseeeceeseeeceeeeeeseuesecsaueeeesaueeessseeeessaeeeeeas 102 Inse
34. elect Alphanumeric Sequence 85 You see this window Waima ere shorn m a poured sion 0 Ex Fom hi isle Dimi i0 LABELA z a 3 Select Numerals or Alphabetic Value as the Attributes option 4 Enter one or more symbols as the Format option to represent the number of digits you want in your sequence 5 For Initial Value enter the starting number or letter for your sequence 6 For Increment enter the value to add for each subsequent label To create a decreasing sequence enter a minus number 7 For Repetition enter the number of times to repeat an item in the sequence To specify a maximum or minimum value for your sequence select the Max min checkbox and enter the value 8 Select the Font Size Text Position and Style options as necessary for the sequence 9 Click OK You see the outline of your sequence number block on the Label Editor main screen 10 Drag the sequence block where you want the number to appear then click to display it on your label 11 If you need to adjust the size click and drag one of the green handles 86 12 To save your label project click the Save icon enter a file name and click Save 13 Click the Print icon You see a window like this Printers EPSON LW Printer Sefings Copies 1 Alphanumeric Sequence Paginate with Aiphanumenc Sequence Gata importing Cee fo E TGs E FT er ll 3 Prnt Paste Printing a Prani Order 14 Select the number of cop
35. elp Checking for Software Updates Periodically it s a good idea to check Epson s support website for free updates to your product software Visit the driver download site U S downloads or Canadian downloads Parent topic Solving Problems Product Error Messages You can often diagnose problems with your label printer by checking the messages on its display Some messages apply only when you are using the printer s keyboard and not when the printer is connected to your computer Display message Condition solution Insert tape Turn the power off and install a tape cartridge Check tape cartridge The tape cartridge installed in the printer is incompatible Check the tape cartridge 114 Display message Condition solution Check battery The batteries may be running out or installed incorrectly non alkaline batteries are installed with alkaline batteries or old and new batteries are installed together Turn the power off and replace batteries with new ones or use the AC adapter Make sure new batteries are installed correctly Too many lines You have exceeded the maximum number of lines Delete the lines indicated No more sequence No The label already has sequence numbers You can only enter one sequence per label Text is too long Entered text is too long for the specified label length Press ww to confirm and Continue continue printing The printer will automatically adjust the label length Insert 24 mm tape The
36. els With Label Editor Related tasks Working With Blocks in Label Editor Inserting Barcodes in Label Editor You can create labels with a variety of barcode types for inventory management and asset tagging such as this one 123456789 62 1 a oe 1 Click the Barcode icon You see this window Select the type of barcode you want to create To include the code number beneath the barcode select the Display text checkbox Enter the code number for your barcode in the Code box Enter the barcode size positioning and font information as necessary and click OK You see a message about adding margins on the sides of your barcode Note If you do not want to see this message select the Display tab on the Barcode window and uncheck Message On Click OK You see the outline of your barcode block Drag the block where you want your barcode to appear then click the block to display it on your label 63 Parent topic Designing Labels With Label Editor Related tasks Working With Blocks in Label Editor Inserting QR Codes in Label Editor You can create labels with a QR code for many purposes such as linking to URLs file storage services or social media applications One inch 24 mm wide black on white tape is recommended for the fastest QR code recognition Oleg ss ml Fr Note When embedding content from social media applications consider your privacy settings When embedding content from file storage serv
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38. ents in inches are approximate Use only tape cartridges with this mark E TAPE For a complete list of available tape cartridges go to epson com labelworks U S or epson ca labelworks Canada 1 Make sure the power is off before you install or remove a tape cartridge 18 2 Remove any slack from the tape using a pencil or pen 3 Lift up the tape cover 19 4 Insert the cartridge as shown and press it down firmly until tt snaps into place Make sure the end of the tape slides into the ejection slot 20 5 Close the tape cover To remove a tape cartridge open the cover grasp the sides of the tape and lift it out of the printer Parent topic Setting Up the Printer Turning the Printer On and Off Make sure the AC adapter is connected or batteries are installed To turn on the printer press the power button 21 The display lights up e To turn off the printer press the power button You see a Powering Off message on the display and your work is saved automatically Caution Do not unplug the printer until the display turns off The printer turns off automatically and saves your work if it is not used within 5 minutes When PC link is in use the printer turns off if it is not used within one hour Parent topic Setting Up the Printer Related tasks Installing Batteries Connecting the AC Adapter Changing Language and Other Preferences You can adjust the language and other
39. er Supply Specifications cc ceeecccccceeeeeececeeeeeeeesaeeeceessaeueeeesseeeeeeeesaaaeeeeessaaeeeess 123 INOUICE S annes E a r E E EERE 124 imponant Safety IMSMUCTOMS sivoas a ea a aar aeiaai aaay 124 General Label Printer Safety Instructions cccccccccesseceeeceeeeeecseeeeeeeeceeeeeeeesseaeeeeseeaeeseessaaaes 124 Tape Cartridge Salei Instruccions acrin ameno aE E 125 AG Adapter Safety INStUCtHONS miiirn a i 126 Balten oalely INS TUCIONS terssi E E alr aed 126 FOG GOMpllanGe oralen E i ers N ene aaeeiedes 127 Trademark S Gacenttrics oats tel Sands sialic a ata eteee ea sak Meieat eine teat eae Gah icaat 128 Oo o 1 406 aa 9 OG Meer ene ne ne ee nr Sener me Re a ERE TO MMRT eenOn nw EY Sunn me Neer eT 128 GOD FONE AOU OD rereana a a E a 129 LabelWorks LW 700 User s Guide Welcome to the LabelWorks LW 700 User s Guide Introduction to Your LabelWorks Printer See these sections to learn more about your label printer and this manual Product Box Contents Notations Used in the Documentation Label Printer Part Locations Product Box Contents Make sure your label printer box included all of these parts Printer AC adapter USB cable Sample tape cartridge Label Editor software DVD for Windows oF O N Parent topic Introduction to Your LabelWorks Printer Notations Used in the Documentation Follow the guidelines in these notations as you read your documentation e Warnings must be followed caref
40. eries Connecting the AC Adapter Solutions to Computer Printing Problems If you are having trouble printing from your computer try these solutions e Check for messages on the computer screen e Make sure the printer is connected to your computer e Press the H PC link button e Make sure the printer driver is installed and the computer has been restarted after installation e Make sure the correct printer is selected in your software and the printer is not set as offline e Make sure graphics are within the margins of the label Parent topic Solving Problems Related tasks Connecting the Printer to Your Computer Installing Label Editor Installing Label Editor Lite Solutions When Print Quality Is Poor If you see lines or broken text on your labels or ribbons try these solutions e Clean the print head e Make sure there is no slack in the tape e Try adjusting the print density or concentration e Try using a different font for your label or ribbon design 117 Parent topic Solving Problems Related references Label Editor Printer Settings Related tasks Cleaning the Print Head Adjusting Print Density Printing Labels With Label Editor Lite Changing the Label Font Creating a Basic Label in Label Editor Creating a Basic Label in Label Editor Lite Solutions to Tape Cutting Problems lf the printer does not cut after printing try these solutions e Make sure Auto Cut is selected on the printer e If you are printing from y
41. ertical text on both label styles 1 Press the key 2 Select one of the following and press the key e Wrap V e Wrap H e Flag V e Flag H 3 Select the length of the label or select Auto to have the length vary by the label text 4 Press the 4 key 5 Enter the text for your label Parent topic Cable Labels Creating Equipment Management Labels The equipment management label format provides a 4 line 2 column table with default text You can modify the defaults as necessary Product name Notebook PC Admin No 01001 Date 2012 7 17 Department Market communication 42 1 Press the key You see Overwrite text on the display 2 Press the 52 key You see a preview of the left block of text on the display 4 lines Below the preview you see the fourth line of the left block and the first line of the right block 3 Use the ts key to locate and edit the existing text left block and to add text to the 4 lines in the right block Parent topic Creating Special Format Labels Using the Keyboard Related tasks Entering Text 43 Printing Labels Using the Built In Keyboard Follow the instructions in these sections to print using your label printer keyboard Previewing Labels Printing and Cutting Labels Printing Multiple Copies of a Label Printing Mirror Image Labels Printing Without Cutting Feeding and Cutting the Tape Adjusting Print Density Previewing Labels Before you print it is a good idea
42. fety Instructions Battery Safety Instructions Parent topic Notices General Label Printer Safety Instructions e Always use the product as instructed in the manual Otherwise damage or injury may occur e Do not subject the product to any strong force or shock such as dropping hitting or standing on the product e Do not spill liquid on the product or use the product with wet hands e Do not open any covers on the product other than the tape cover or battery cover e Do not touch the print head e Turn the product off unplug the AC adapter and remove the batteries and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions if liquid or foreign objects get inside the product if the product does not operate normally or exhibits a distinct change in performance Continuing to use the product may result in damage or injury e To avoid injury keep your fingers away from the tape ejection slot when printing or using the cutter 124 Do not block or insert objects into the AC adapter port or tape ejection slot Avoid locations that are subject to rapid changes in heat or humidity shocks or vibrations or dust Do not place or store the product in the following locations outdoors or in direct sunlight near sources of excessive heat humidity shocks vibrations or dust where it may get wet or be exposed to excessive humidity on an unstable place such as a shaky or inclined surface near potential sources of ele
43. h Panel Labels Cable Labels Creating Equipment Management Labels Creating a Sequence of Labels You can create a sequence of labels with automatically generated numbers or letters of the alphabet 1 Press the amp key You see Sequence Number on the display and a Start prompt 2 Enter the number or letter to use as the starting point of the sequence You can enter any number up to 99 or any letter to begin an alphabetic sequence 3 Select the number of times you want to repeat an item in the sequence For example if you want to print the same label twice before the sequence number is increased select 2 times For numeric sequences you see Seq two digits on the display 4 Select On if you want to use 2 digit numbers or Off if not Note If you select Off the sequence restarts after you reach the number 9 5 Type the text of your label To add a space between the sequence number and the text press the spacebar You see the text and the current sequence number on the display As you print your labels the sequence number or letter increases and the current number is shown on the display The sequence is saved even after you turn off the printer Parent topic Creating Special Format Labels Using the Keyboard 37 Creating Barcode Labels You can create labels with a variety of barcode types for inventory management and asset tagging 123456789 Press the J keys 2 Use the ts key to highlight one of the fol
44. ices check the sharing settings to ensure that other people can view the content 1 Click the QR Code icon 64 You see this window Bi A CodaBa ITF GS1 128 G51 DataBar Select the type of QR code you want to create Enter the URL or other text in the Code box Select the Error Correction Level and Symbol Size options as necessary and click OK Note Small or Medium Symbol Size settings are recommended You see a message about adding margins around the QR code Note If you do not want to see this message select the Display tab on the Barcode window and deselect the Message On checkbox Click OK You see the outline of your QR code block Drag the block where you want your QR code to appear then click the block to display it on your label 65 Parent topic Designing Labels With Label Editor Related tasks Working With Blocks in Label Editor Inserting Tables in Label Editor You can add customized tables to your labels 1 Click the Table icon You see this window Width 0 012 iq Horizontal Gridines Type Width 0 012 E Border Width 0 020 5 2 Select the table settings you want to use and click OK The table appears on your label 3 To resize the table click and drag one of the green dots to the size you want To format the table select it and click the i Properties icon 66 You see a window like this Text Sample 5 Select any of the tabs to display the availab
45. ies at epson com labelworks U S or epson ca labelworks Canada You can also purchase supplies from an Epson authorized reseller To find the nearest one call 800 GO EPSON 800 463 7 66 Parent topic Solving Problems 120 Technical Specifications These sections list the technical specifications of your printer Label Editor Software System Requirements Label Editor Lite Software System Requirements Label Printer Specifications Label Printer Power Supply Specifications Label Editor Software System Requirements To use the Label Editor software your computer should meet these requirements Operating system Windows 8 x 32 and 64 bit Windows 7 82 and 64 bit SP1 Windows Vista 32 and 64 bit SP2 Windows XP 32 and 64 bit SP3 Hard drive space About 300MB Display 1024 x 768 XGA or higher resolution Interface USB 1 1 Full speed Note Visit Epson s support website at epson com support U S or epson ca support Canada for the latest in compatibility and drivers for your product Parent topic Technical Specifications Label Editor Lite Software System Requirements To use the Label Editor Lite software your Mac should meet these requirements Operating system OS X 10 9 OS X 10 8 x OS X 10 7 x OS X 10 6 x 121 Hard drive space Display Interface About 40MB 1024 x 768 XGA or higher resolution USB 1 1 Full speed Note Visit Epson s support website at eoson com support U S or epson ca support
46. ies of each label you want to print 15 Select the Paginate with Alphanumeric Sequence checkbox 16 Click OK to print Parent topic Creating Special Format Labels Using Label Editor Printing Labels With Label Editor Follow the instructions in these sections to print using Label Editor 87 Printing Labels in Label Editor Label Editor Printer Settings Print Paste Printing in Label Editor Parent topic Using Label Editor for Windows Printing Labels in Label Editor When you have finished designing a label you are ready to print 1 Click the Print icon You see a window like this Printer EPSON LW Printer Sefings Copies F Alphanumeric Sequence Pagna with Alphanumensc Sequence Data Importing Successive impo Prani with all data C Prantl data checked in Data Creation Window Cisa Print Raage 2 Select the number of copies 88 3 Ifyou are printing a numbered sequence of labels select the Paginate with Alphanumeric Sequence checkbox 4 Ifyou are printing a series of labels with imported data select the options you want in the Data Importing section 5 To turn off collation when printing multiple copies of labels with imported data select the Print Order checkbox in the Import section 6 If you are using Print Paste Printing select the Set Print Range checkbox then select the sections you want to print 7 To turn off collation when printing multiple copies with Print Paste Printing select the
47. ign the selected block at the end of the label Align the selected block at the beginning of the label 52 Text toolbar Make the selected text bold Make the selected text Italic m Underline the selected text Reverse the selected text and background change black text on white background to white on black A Change the text style Click the arrow next to the icon to select outlining and other special effects J Align the text with the left side of the block Align the text in the center of the block Parent topic Getting Started With Label Editor Designing Labels With Label Editor Follow the instructions in these sections to design a variety of labels and ribbons Creating a Basic Label in Label Editor 53 Setting Default Preferences in Label Editor Working With Blocks in Label Editor Adding Borders in Label Editor Inserting Images in Label Editor Inserting Symbols in Label Editor Inserting Barcodes in Label Editor Inserting QR Codes in Label Editor Inserting Tables in Label Editor Inserting the Date and Time in Label Editor Inserting a Background Pattern in Label Editor Inserting Lines and Shapes in Label Editor Inserting Text Art in Label Editor Editing Layout in Label Editor Editing Text Design in Label Editor Parent topic Using Label Editor for Windows Creating a Basic Label in Label Editor You can easily create a label with text and graphics and print it on your label printer 1 Start L
48. ing Labels in Label Editor Creating Equipment Management Labels in Label Editor You can select from several templates for equipment management labels and modify the templates as necessary You can create a series of equipment management labels by entering the text manually or by importing it from a file 1 On the New Open screen select Equipment Management and click OK You see this window __ Fixed asset O4 01 20K information System Department Asset name Laptop ABC0123 04 01 20XX Asset number JABCO123 Asset name 2 Scroll down to view the available templates select the one you want to use and click OK 82 You see a window like this Do one of the following e Select Data Entry enter the text for each field and click OK e Select Data Importing for Multiple Labels click Reference and select the data file you want to use Follow the instructions for importing data You see a screen like this arafa cage hay Aen At 83 4 Do any ofthe following e To edit the default field labels double click each text block and enter the text you want e To format the text you entered double click it on the layout window e To create additional labels using the same template enter the text in the Data window After you complete each row a blank row appears below it To save your label project click the Save icon enter a file name and click Save Click the Print icon Select th
49. ing and Cutting the Tape You can feed the tape to add length to a label or ribbon design You can also feed and cut a label or ribbon that has been printed without cutting 1 Press the key the button 2 Use the ts key to highlight one of the following settings and press the iz key e Tape feed e Feed and cut Parent topic Printing Labels Using the Built In Keyboard Adjusting Print Density If your labels are printing too dark or too light you can adjust the print density 1 Press the keys 2 Use the 2 key to highlight Print density and press the 2 key 3 Doone of the following e To make the print lighter select one of the settings e To make the print darker select one of the settings 4 Try printing again to make sure the density is adjusted as desired Parent topic Printing Labels Using the Built In Keyboard 46 Using the Printer With Your Computer Follow the instructions in these sections to use the label printer with your computer Connecting the Printer to Your Computer Using Label Editor for Windows Using Label Editor Lite for OS X Connecting the Printer to Your Computer To use the software with your LabelWorks printer you need to connect the printer to your computer with the included USB cable 1 After you install the software or during the Label Editor installation process if prompted connect the USB cable to the printer and your computer 2 Press the E PC link button
50. ings Changing the Label Font You can change the font for your label as a whole or for specific characters lines or blocks of text You can choose from the following fonts SansS SansS HG SansS ST Gothic e To change the font for the entire label press the key Continue pressing the key to see the various fonts available When the display returns to your label preview you see your text in the font you have selected 31 e To change the font for a specific character line or block of text press the key Select Font select the font you want and select how to apply the font Note To apply the font to a specific character or word place the cursor in front of the word or character before you press the amp key When the display returns to your label preview you see your text in the font or fonts you have selected Parent topic Creating Labels Using the Keyboard Adding Punctuation You can add many of the most common punctuation marks by Sime ping them in using the keyboard For the punctuation marks shown in blue on the keys hold down the Uw key while you press the key for the mark you want e To enter punctuation marks such as semicolons or parentheses press the J key Press the key repeatedly until you see the mark you want on the display e To enter additional punctuation such as quotation marks or the symbol hold down the UY key while you press the Ci key Press the amp 9 key repeatedly until you see the
51. is available in English only Getting Started With Label Editor Lite Designing Labels With Label Editor Lite Feeding and Cutting the Tape in Label Editor Lite Printing Labels With Label Editor Lite Parent topic Using the Printer With Your Computer Getting Started With Label Editor Lite Follow the instructions in these sections to get started using Label Editor Lite for OS X Installing Label Editor Lite Starting Label Editor Lite Label Editor Lite Main Window Parent topic Using Label Editor Lite for OS X Installing Label Editor Lite Install the Label Editor Lite software from the App Store If you can not access the App Store you can download the software from Epson s support website 1 Open the App Store 2 Enter Epson Label Editor Lite in the search field and press the button 3 Click Epson Label Editor Lite in the list of apps 4 Click Free The button name changes to Install App g Click Install App 6 Download the printer driver from Epson s support website and install it Visit the driver download site U S downloads or Canadian downloads Label Editor Lite installs on your Mac Parent topic Getting Started With Label Editor Lite 95 Starting Label Editor Lite After you have installed the Label Editor Lite software and connected the printer to your computer you can start using Label Editor Lite 1 Choose Applications gt Label Editor Lite You see the main screen Epson Label Editar Lire
52. is block You see the selected formatting on the label preview Label Format Settings Parent topic Creating Labels Using the Keyboard Label Format Settings Settings on the Edit menu let you customize various aspects of label formatting 33 Length Auto 1 to 15 inches Frame amp Table Minimum Short Middle Long Tape width 3 Tape width Left Center Layout Justify Right Outline Normal Shadow 0O Char spacing None Narrow Normal Wide o emija lt D 34 Options Description Sets the length of the label Auto adjusts the length based on the label content Adds tables or frames to a label Sets the left and right margins of the label Tape width 3 sets margins equal to one third of the tape width Tape width sets margins equal to the width of the tape Adjusts the alignment of multi line labels Applies outline or shadow effects to individual characters lines blocks or entire labels S O applies shadow and outline formatting to individual characters lines blocks or entire labels Adjusts the space between individual characters or all characters in a line block or entire label If you turn the Proportional setting off the soace between characters is much wider Border amp Line Char Width Background Bold amp Italic Strikeout Underline None Border Round brdr Shading Brdr mesh Round mesh Smaller Small Narrow Normal Wide None 1 W
53. le options 6 Select the options you want 7 When you are finished click OK Parent topic Designing Labels With Label Editor Related tasks Working With Blocks in Label Editor Inserting the Date and Time in Label Editor You can add the date and or time to your labels and have it automatically updated 1 Open the Insert menu and select Date and Time 67 You see this window Tee Diin Shadow G Sees Moth 2 Oe y Hour H Mn Locate Mathai 21 tee 1 Ti Dent update Sraa T Iorin Dan THa Hi pinnae B Uodas when the a sired tthe rot Liisa when tle 4 carded aie H MAM Select the date update method and display format options you want to use Select any of the tabs to display additional text formatting options Select the options you want Click OK You see the outline of your date block oa w wK 6 Drag the block where you want the date and or time to appear then click the block to display it on your label 7 If you need to adjust the size click and drag one of the green handles Parent topic Designing Labels With Label Editor Related tasks Working With Blocks in Label Editor Editing Text Design in Label Editor Inserting a Background Pattern in Label Editor You can select from several background patterns for your labels and ribbons or create your own graphic or text background Note All background elements print in light gray 68 1 Open the Insert menu and select Background Pattern
54. lowing barcode types and press the vw key e EAN 8 e EAN 13 e CODE128 e CODE39 e ITF e CODABAR e UPC A e UPC E 3 Select the width and press the 2 key 4 If necessary select the following and press the w key e Ratio e Check Digit 5 Enter the numeric code and press the iJ key Parent topic Creating Special Format Labels Using the Keyboard Creating QR Code Labels You can create labels with a QR code for many purposes such as linking to URLs file storage services or social media applications One inch 24 mm wide black on white tape is recommended for the fastest QR code recognition 38 Note When embedding content from social media applications consider your privacy settings When embedding content from file storage services check the sharing settings to ensure that other people can view the content 6 f m j m ss ml Fr Press the amp keys Select QR CODE and press the 2 key Select the Symbol Size and press the Wz key Note Medium and Large size codes require at least 3 4 inch 18 mm tape Select the ECC Level Error Checking and Correction Level and press the J key Note Higher ECC Level settings restrict the amount of text you can enter For most QR codes 7 is recommended Enter the text for the code and press the key Note For URLs consider using a URL shortening service to reduce the complexity of the QR code For multi line entries such as addresses select Line
55. ltiply on the left side of the screen 4 Select the number of labels you want to create from each existing label 92 You see an expanded area on the layout window like this Wia a beei Lya ee iai Ha Fluorescent Black on Orange LC 5DBF9 5 Drag the import frames from the original label to the additional labels in the display window You see your individual print paste labels like this 7 p pee piled umeris i al Z S m e et ma 1 eo emt a PLD ee parang kobe eet Ba oo om Pala faa a semen kee i ince ca tae Wj 47 6 Click the Print icon 93 You see a window like this Printer EPSOM LW Copies 1 Alphanumeric Sequence Pagna with Alphanumenc Sequence Data Importing af Successive impart E Prani vein all data C Pri data checked in Data Creation Window vi Set Print Range 7 Select the Set Print Range checkbox in the Print Paste Printing section 8 Select the individual labels you want to print 9 To turn off collation when printing multiple copies select the Print Order checkbox in the Print Paste Printing section 10 Select additional print options as necessary 11 Click OK to print Parent topic Printing Labels With Label Editor Related references Label Editor Printer Settings 94 Using Label Editor Lite for OS X The Label Editor Lite software makes it easy to create labels using a Mac as described in these sections Note This software
56. mark you want Note Punctuation marks are also available through the Symbol menu accessed by pressing the key Parent topic Creating Labels Using the Keyboard Related tasks Adding Symbols Adding Accented Letters You can choose from a variety of accent marks 1 Enter the lowercase or uppercase letter that needs an accent mark 2 Press the key You see a series of accents on the letter you entered 3 Use the tJ key to highlight the accented letter you want and press the wz key The accented letter appears on your displayed label 32 Parent topic Creating Labels Using the Keyboard Changing Label Format Settings You can press the amp key to access the Edit menu which lets you change various format settings Some settings affect the entire label and others can be applied to individual characters lines or blocks 1 Place the cursor in the specific line or block or to the left of the individual character or characters you want to format Press the amp key You see the Edit menu Edit menu Length MEME AENE vMargins Use the t2 key to scroll through the list of settings and press the w key to select the one you want You see the available options for that setting Use the key to highlight the option you want and press the w key to select it you see Area on the display use the W key to highlight one of the following and press the ey e Character e Whole label e This line e Th
57. mport Horizontal text and click OK You see this window imped Data can be loaded ram CSV TEXT of Excal fle Gata can 26 0 be Prab created 2 Click Load Import Data select the file you want to import and click Open 3 Select Overwrite Current Data and choose a data sheet if necessary 7 You see a Layout window and a Data window side by side Pe em tek tages tas tee ken oF 22 eee ee ee ee ee oe FT SE a me mia bis ra ES ne Hi 4 Click the Import icon You see a window like this 1 A 2 Type 2 Desorption 4 Width 5 Length 6 Product Number T UPC Code 5 Select one of the columns that you want to import and click OK You see the outline of an import frame 78 6 11 Drag the frame where you want the data to appear on your label You see the data from the current row on the label layout Repeat steps 5 and 6 until all the data you want to import appears on the label Adjust the size and position of the import frames as necessary To save your label project click the Save icon enter a file name and click Save To select specific rows to print click the checkbox to the right of the row number in the Data window A green check mark appears next to the row number Note You can select a row in the Data window and see a preview of your label in the Layout window Click the Print icon 79 You see a window like this Printer EPSON Liv Printer Sefings Copies i Anarene
58. n is not responsible for any damage or loss due to these causes Do not attach labels to human bodies or other living things or to surfaces that you are not authorized to modify 1 Peel off the backing 2 Place the label on the desired surface and press it down firmly 108 Parent topic Applying Your Labels iron on Labels You can apply iron on labels to the following types of fabric e 100 cotton e 100 linen e 100 polyester e Cotton polyester blends e Fabrics with a flat smooth surface Note Do not apply iron on labels to textured fabrics such as terry cloth corduroy or flannel roughly woven fabrics fabrics with a rough surface such as denim waterproof fabrics or fabrics which require a cool iron Applying Iron on Labels lron on Label Tips Parent topic Applying Your Labels Applying Iron on Labels Press the entire label firmly and do not use steam or a press cloth 1 Set your iron to 284 320 F 140 160 C without steam 2 Make sure the area where you want to apply the label is not wrinkled 3 Place the label in the desired location with the printed side up 4 Gently press the iron down on one end of the label to temporarily attach it in place 109 5 Press the iron firmly down on the entire label holding the iron still for about 10 to 15 seconds Repeat this step 3 or 4 times Parent topic lron on Labels iron on Label Tips Keep this information in mind when using iron on labels
59. nish the line To format the line or shape double click it You see a window like this Note The available options vary depending on the line or shape you select 72 6 Select any of the tabs to display the available options 7 Select the options you want 8 When you are finished click OK Parent topic Designing Labels With Label Editor Related tasks Working With Blocks in Label Editor Inserting Text Art in Label Editor You can add curves or other special effects to text on your labels and ribbons 1 Open the Insert menu and select Text Art You see this window 2 Enter the text for the art then select the Font Size Style and Text Alignment options you want to use 3 Click the Shape tab 73 You see this window Ah of B EITT iad AEC Mo aai E A Be Aes po Mag Pe il Mi nal Nese REX 4 Select the curve and transformation options you want to use You see a preview of your text art in the window 5 Click the Decoration tab 6 Select any Fill Border and Reverse settings you want to use 7 Click OK You see the outline of your text art block 8 Drag the block where you want the text art to appear then click the block to display it on your label Parent topic Designing Labels With Label Editor Related tasks Working With Blocks in Label Editor Editing Layout in Label Editor You can rearrange and adjust the layout of the blocks of text and other elements on your l
60. ns e To resize the text block click the block to display the green handles Click and drag one of the handles on the left or right side to the size you want Parent topic Designing Labels With Label Editor Related tasks Editing Layout in Label Editor 58 Adding Borders in Label Editor You can select from a variety of borders for your labels and ribbons 1 Enter the text for your label 2 Click the Border icon You see this window 3 Select the border you want and click OK The border appears on your label 4 Do the following to adjust the size of the border and position of the text if necessary e To make the border wider click and drag on the right side of the border The white label area expands as you drag the border e To adjust the position of the text click and drag the text block 5 When you are finished click OK Parent topic Designing Labels With Label Editor 59 Related tasks Working With Blocks in Label Editor Inserting Images in Label Editor You can add your own logos photos or graphics to your labels and ribbons 1 Click the Image icon 2 Locate and select the file you want to use on your computer and click Open You see an outline of your image block Note Color photos or other images appear in black and white only 3 Drag the block where you want the image to appear and click the block to display it on your label 4 Adjust the size and position of the image and text 5
61. o apply more text formatting options to your label than those available in the Text toolbar or Text menu 1 J Click a text block on the Label Editor main screen to select it You see green handles around the selected block Click the l l Properties icon You see this window Sha Double krep Sirk aea Text Sample Select any of the tabs to display the available options Select the options you want You see a preview of the text in the window When you finish selecting text settings click OK Parent topic Designing Labels With Label Editor Creating Special Format Labels Using Label Editor Follow the instructions in these sections to create special format labels using Label Editor Creating Labels from Imported Data in Label Editor Creating Ribbons With Repeated Patterns in Label Editor 76 Creating Equipment Management Labels in Label Editor Using the Label Editor Catalog Creating Numbered Label Sequences in Label Editor Parent topic Using Label Editor for Windows Creating Labels from Imported Data in Label Editor You can create a series of labels using the data from one or more spreadsheet columns This lets you quickly create address labels from your entire address book for example The following file formats are supported csv txt xls xlxs and xlsm Note To use xls xlxs or xlsm file formats you must have Microsoft Excel installed on your computer 1 On the New Open screen select I
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63. ons you want to use as default settings To select colors click the Color bar and select from the color chart that appears oe 2 When you finish selecting default preferences click OK Note Some seitings take effect immediately some are applied to the next object you create and others are applied the next time you start Label Editor Parent topic Designing Labels With Label Editor Working With Blocks in Label Editor Every element that you can add to a label is a block You can format individual blocks of text or other elements such as graphic symbols dates and tables 1 To add a text block to a label click the Text icon 2 Begin typing anywhere on the workspace 57 Your text appears as you type it in 3 To select the text block you have typed click outside the text Green handles appear around the text block 4 Do any ofthe following e To move the block simply click and drag it as desired You can add multiple blocks to a label by dragging them to the right of an existing block on the label area The label automatically expands to accommodate the new block e To add text to an existing text block click the Text icon click within the block and type in the text e To format the text block click the block to select it and use any of the tools on the text toolbar or the font selection boxes You can also click the L3 Properties icon to open a window with formatting optio
64. opic Getting Started With Label Editor Related tasks Connecting the Printer to Your Computer Starting Label Editor After you have installed the Label Editor software and connected the printer to your computer you can start using Label Editor 48 1 Double click the Ed Label Editor icon on your Windows Desktop You see this window EPSGh Liv SPAAN g ew Margene Da ee Celis Piri Dipa i Sere Note If you want to go directly to the main screen when you start Label Editor check Do Not Display This Dialog at Startup 2 Select your printer and tape width if necessary 3 Doone of the following and click OK or click Cancel to go straight to the main Label Editor screen e To start with a blank label select Horizontal Text e To create labels with text from a spreadsheet or other file select Import Horizontal Text e To start with a ready made label from the catalog select Label Catalog e To create an equipment management label or QR code label select one of the Shortcut options e To open a previously created label select Open File and locate the file on your computer or select View History and select from a list of existing labels Parent topic Getting Started With Label Editor 49 Label Editor Main Window File Edit View insert Print Paste Pringngi Multiply 1 Tape Length dina lt in Manual ALNO Margins 0 12 ei in Abgnmerit D Pre
65. or the fastest QR code recognition Of os ml Fe 104 Note When embedding content from social media applications consider your privacy settings When embedding content from file storage services check the sharing settings to ensure that other people can view the content 1 Click the QR code icon You see this window QORCode position None Left Cancel 2 Enter the URL or other text in the Code box 3 Select the QRCode position option you want to use 4 Click OK The QR code appears in the label Parent topic Designing Labels With Label Editor Lite Related tasks Printing Labels With Label Editor Lite Using the Label Editor Lite Wizard You can choose from a variety of templates to help you design your labels and ribbons 1 Click the wizard icon 105 You see a window like this T Select a Template Address E Mega Cable Display i New Products Ple File Ad File l2mm 1 As File 24mm 1 BS Fite 12mm 1 BS File 24mm 1 Tape Width 12 mim lf2 ind x LAm 1 Cancel 2 Click the arrow to expand the list of template files Note Template previews appear in the template window 3 Select a template and click OK The template opens on the Label Editor Lite main screen 4 Edit the template as you would any other label Parent topic Designing Labels With Label Editor Lite Related tasks Formatting Text in Label Editor Lite Printing Labels With Label Editor Lite Feeding
66. ormatting and returns your printer to its default settings Press the power button to turn the printer off 2 Press and hold the i keys and press the power button You see a confirmation message 3 Press the 2 key Parent topic Solving Problems Solutions When the Display Is Blank If nothing appears on the display try these solutions e The power turns off automatically if the printer is idle for more than 5 minutes or 1 hour when connected to a computer Press the power button to turn on the printer e If you are using batteries make sure they are correctly installed Replace the batteries or use the AC adapter e f you are using the AC adapter make sure it is securely connected on both ends e Press the key and adjust the display contrast Parent topic Solving Problems Related tasks Installing Batteries Connecting the AC Adapter Changing Language and Other Preferences Solutions When the Printer Does Not Print lf labels do not print or a print job stops try these solutions e Check for messages on the display e Make sure the printer is selected in the software 116 e Make sure you have entered text for your label e Replace the tape cartridge if necessary Make sure the cartridge is correctly inserted e Replace the batteries or connect the AC adapter e Make sure the rear cover is closed Parent topic Solving Problems Related tasks Inserting and Removing Tape Cartridges Installing Batt
67. orporation The information contained herein is designed only for use with this Epson product Epson is not responsible for any use of this information as applied to other products 128 Neither Seiko Epson Corporation nor its affiliates shall be liable to the purchaser of this product or third parties for damages losses costs or expenses incurred by purchaser or third parties as a result of accident misuse or abuse of this product or unauthorized modifications repairs or alterations to this product or excluding the U S failure to strictly comply with Seiko Epson Corporation s operating and maintenance instructions Seiko Epson Corporation shall not be liable for any damages or problems arising from the use of any options or any consumable products other than those designated as Original Epson Products or Epson Approved Products by Seiko Epson Corporation Seiko Epson Corporation shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from electromagnetic interference that occurs from the use of any interface cables other than those designated as Epson approved Products by Seiko Epson Corporation This information is subject to change without notice Copyright Attribution Parent topic Notices Copyright Attribution 2014 Epson America Inc 6 14 CPD 40143 Parent topic Copyright Notice 129
68. our computer make sure the cut setting option is set e If the cutter blade is dull contact Epson for technical support Parent topic Solving Problems Related references Label Editor Printer Settings Where to Get Help Related tasks Feeding and Cutting the Tape Printing Labels With Label Editor Lite Solutions to Problems With Saved Labels If you cannot find a saved label or ribbon design try these solutions e Make sure you have not accidentally deleted the label or ribbon design e If the label printer has been reset all saved labels are deleted e If you unplug the AC adapter or remove the batteries during operation text may be lost Parent topic Solving Problems 118 Solutions to Problems Attaching Labels If you are having trouble attaching a label try these solutions e Make sure you peel off the backing paper before attaching the label e Make sure the surface you are attaching the label to is clean and dry Labels may not adhere to some materials rough or uneven surfaces or surfaces subject to extreme environmental conditions such as high humidity or heat Parent topic Solving Problems Related tasks Applying Standard Labels Solutions to Problems With iron on Labels If you are having trouble applying an iron on label try these solutions e If labels curl after ironing or fall off after washing try raising the iron temperature within the suggested temperature range e Make sure you press the iron down on the
69. rapped labels to identify cords and cables For best results use special cable wrap tapes or strong adhesive tapes for labelling cables Flag labels provide a large surface for multiple lines of text A vertical line marks the center of the flag to help you wrap the cable evenly Wrapped labels are useful for tight soaces where flags are too large or only a short identifier is necessary Do not use a regularly printed label lengthwise as a wrapped label bending the cord may cause the label to detach from the cord USB USB A001 E Wrap V vertical Wrap H horizontal Flag V vertical A O N Flag H horizontal Keep this information in mind when creating cable labels e Use reflective tape for labels that will be used in dark locations e For small cables use flag labels to increase readability 41 e Include a label on both ends of the cable e When adhering a flag label to the cable loop the label around the cord loosely and stick the ends of the label together then move inward toward the cable This makes it easier to align the ends e If space for a flag label is limited use narrower tapes such as 3 8 inch 9mm and 1 4 inch 6mm e Use multiple wrapped labels on a single cord to include more information Creating Cable Labels Parent topic Creating Special Format Labels Using the Keyboard Creating Cable Labels Two styles of cable labels are available flag and wrapped You can use either horizontal or v
70. reshold Value 12768 128 Langel 102 4 Select the Image Position and Threshold Value options you want to use 5 Click OK Parent topic Designing Labels With Label Editor Lite Inserting the Date and Time in Label Editor Lite You can add the date and or time to your labels and have it automatically updated 1 Click the date icon You see this window Date Settings 12 2 2013 6 02 PM 2013 12 2 2013 12 2013 12 2 Mon 2013 12 2 Monday 2013 12 2 18 02 2013 12 2 6 02 PM 2013 12 2 Mon 18 02 13 12 13 12 72 2013 12 2 6 02 PM Cancel 2 Select the date format option you want to use 3 Click OK The date appears in the label Parent topic Designing Labels With Label Editor Lite Adding Borders in Label Editor Lite You can select from a variety of borders for your labels and ribbons 103 1 Enter text ina label 2 Click the H border icon You see this window Border Mane Square border Rounded border Line Style a Solid line Dotted line Line Thickness Bold a Standard a Cancel 3 Select the Border Line Style and Line Thickness options you want to use 4 Click OK The border appears in the label Parent topic Designing Labels With Label Editor Lite Inserting QR Codes in Label Editor Lite You can create labels with a QR code for many purposes such as linking to URLs file storage services or social media applications One inch 24 mm wide black on white tape is recommended f
71. rly or may become damaged Parent topic Important Safety Instructions Battery Safety Instructions Use batteries properly to avoid injury or fire caused by leaking overheating explosion erosion or any other damage to the product Keep batteries out of reach of children If battery acid gets into your eyes or on your skin immediately rinse the affected area thoroughly with water and seek medical treatment If a battery is swallowed seek medical treatment immediately If battery acid leaks from a battery wipe it off with a cloth and replace the battery with a new one 126 e Use AA alkaline batteries or nickel hydride rechargeable batteries Note SANYO eneloop are the only compatible rechargeable batteries and they may not be available in all regions If you use these nickel hydride rechargeables follow the instructions on the batteries and the charger e Do not use new and old batteries together or mix different types of batteries e Insert batteries so that the polarities and are correct e Remove dead batteries promptly e Do not heat batteries or throw them in fire or water e Do not remove batteries with metal objects such as tweezers or the tip of a pen e Make sure to follow local battery disposal regulations Parent topic Important Safety Instructions FCC Compliance Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may no
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73. ss FI for Help Operation guide bar Edit toolbar Text toolbar Font box 2 3 4 5 Green handle 6 Label area The red line indicates the area that will be printed 7 Workspace You can temporarily move a block to this area outside the label 8 Font size box 9 Layout toolbar 10 Standard toolbar Parent topic Getting Started With Label Editor 50 Label Editor Toolbars The toolbars on the main window provide easy access to the main features of Label Editor Edit toolbar Click the arrow next to the icon to see the available shapes including polygons stars freehand lines and Bezier curves Open a window that lets you design a table to insert on your label Open a window that lets you design a ribbon with repeated text or graphic elements to be printed on ribbon tape Resize the selected block to fill the label area Cut the selected block Delete the selected block Copy the selected block Paste data from the clipboard Undo the last action 51 Redo the last undo action Open the properties window for the selected block Feed the tape li Feed and cut the tape Layout toolbar p 0 p Rotate the selected block 90 counterclockwise i Rotate the selected block 90 clockwise Center the selected block vertically on the label Center the selected block horizontally on the label Evenly distribute multiple blocks horizontally Evenly distribute multiple blocks vertically ol Al
74. t cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Caution Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate this equipment An AC adapter with ferrite core must be used for RF interference suppression For United States Users This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio or television reception However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause interference to radio and television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver 127 e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV te
75. ter Part Locations Label Printer Parts Display l al EE H veS gt 14 Battery level Use of upper or lower case Flashes to indicate accent mark selection Current label number Current line number Cursor Use of Auto cut setting Use of customized font width O O N ODO OO fF W N Current font size Parent topic Label Printer Part Locations 15 Setting Up the Printer Follow the instructions in these sections to set up your label printer Connecting the AC Adapter Installing Batteries Inserting and Removing Tape Cartridges Turning the Printer On and Off Changing Language and Other Preferences Adjusting the Preview Connecting the AC Adapter Use the AC adapter to power the printer without batteries 1 Connect the adapter to the printer s AC adapter port 2 Plug the other end of the adapter into an electrical outlet Parent topic Setting Up the Printer 16 Installing Batteries You can use batteries instead of the AC adapter when you are not near a power source The printer requires 6 AA alkaline batteries Caution Make sure the power is off before you install batteries Note Batteries are not included 1 Press the tab and open the battery cover 17 3 Replace the battery cover Parent topic Setting Up the Printer Inserting and Removing Tape Cartridges You can use LabelWorks tapes with widths ranging from 0 25 inch 6 mm to 1 inch 24 mm Note Width measurem
76. the Outside of the Printer Before cleaning the printer turn off the power and unplug the AC adapter e To remove dust or dirt use a soft dry lint free cloth e To remove stubborn dirt use a soft cloth moistened with water Caution Do not use benzine paint thinner alcohol or other chemicals to clean the printer Do not use canned air or chemical dusters Parent topic Cleaning the Printer Cleaning the Print Head lf streaks or white lines appear on your labels you can clean the print head Caution Do not use benzine paint thinner or other chemicals to clean the printer Do not use canned air or chemical dusters 1 Turn off the power and unplug the AC adapter 2 Lift up the tape cover 3 Grasp the sides of the tape and lift it out of the printer 112 4 Use adry cotton swab to gently clean the print head as shown Parent topic Cleaning the Printer Related tasks Inserting and Removing Tape Cartridges 113 Solving Problems Check the solutions in these sections if you have any problems using the printer Checking for Software Updates Product Error Messages Resetting the Printer Solutions When the Display Is Blank Solutions When the Printer Does Not Print Solutions to Computer Printing Problems Solutions When Print Quality Is Poor Solutions to Tape Cutting Problems Solutions to Problems With Saved Labels Solutions to Problems Attaching Labels Solutions to Problems With Iron on Labels Where to Get H
77. to view a detailed preview of your label e To preview your label press the key You see your label design scroll across the display e To pause the preview press and hold the spacebar or the ts key e To exit the preview press the or key Note Printed labels may be slightly different from their preview images Parent topic Printing Labels Using the Built In Keyboard Printing and Cutting Labels You can print a label after creating it or select a saved label for printing Caution Do not put your fingers in the tape ejection slot and do not pull on the label while it is printing To print and cut the current label press the button The width and approximate length of the label and the number of copies appear on the display during printing Note Depending on the type of label and other settings a small length of tape may be fed and cut before printing 44 e To cancel printing press the key e To select a saved label for printing press the or key until you see the label you want Note Printed labels may be slightly different from their preview images Parent topic Printing Labels Using the Built In Keyboard Printing Multiple Copies of a Label You can select the number of labels you want to print or print labels continuously until you decide to stop 1 Press the key 2 Use the 2 key to highlight Print copies and press the wz 3 Use the t key to highlight one of the following and press the
78. ully to avoid bodily injury 10 e Cautions must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment e Notes contain important information about your label printer e Tips contain additional label printing information Parent topic Introduction to Your LabelWorks Printer Label Printer Part Locations Check the part illustrations to learn about the parts on your label printer Label Printer Parts Label Printer Parts Keyboard Label Printer Parts Display Parent topic Introduction to Your LabelWorks Printer Label Printer Parts Top 1 Tape cover 2 Tape ejection slot 11 3 Display Connectors 1 USB port 2 AC adapter port Parent topic Label Printer Part Locations 12 Label Printer Parts Keyboard Oo ON DO Oo FW YP Print and cut Print multiple copies or mirror image labels Preview current label Shift Turn printer on off Connect to computer PC link Caps lock Add an accented letter Spacebar 13 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 Navigate Select Enter or OK Backspace Cancel or Escape Add sequence numbers barcode or QR code Add symbols Select font size Select font Select language and other preferences Open Edit menu to add frames or other special features Save or create new label or select a saved label Select a saved label Create a folder tab label Create a cable label Create an equipment management label Parent topic Label Prin

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