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Brady BMP 71 User Manual

Brady BMP 71
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Brady BMP 71 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Print Resolution300 dpi
Print TechnologyThermal transfer
CutterAutomatic
KeyboardQWERTY
DisplayLCD
Power SourceRechargeable battery, AC adapter
Weight2.5 lbs
Print Speed1.5 inches per second
Label Width0.25 to 2.0 inches
Supported MaterialsVinyl, Polyester
ConnectivityUSB, Wi-Fi

Summary

Copyright and Trademarks

Regulatory Compliance Information

Battery Information and Recycling

Brady Product Warranty

Technical Support and Repair Services

Introduction to the BMP71 Printer

Unpacking Your New Printer

Lists all items included in the BMP71 printer packaging.

Registering Your Printer

Instructions for registering the printer online for support and updates.

BMP71 Specifications and Characteristics

Updating Printer Firmware

Instructions on how to download and install firmware updates for the BMP71.

External View and Powering the Printer

Loading the Battery Pack

Step-by-step guide for inserting the battery into the printer.

Unloading the Battery Pack

Step-by-step guide for removing the battery from the printer.

AC Power Adapter Usage

Information on using the AC adapter for charging and operation.

Connecting the Printer to a PC

Attaching the AC Adapter

Instructions for connecting the AC adapter to the printer and power outlet.

Installing the BMP71 Printer Driver

Detailed steps for installing the printer driver on a Windows PC.

Downloading Drivers Online

Instructions for downloading printer drivers from Brady's website.

Ribbon Management

Loading a Ribbon Cartridge

Step-by-step instructions for inserting a ribbon into the printer.

Unloading a Ribbon Cartridge

Step-by-step instructions for removing a ribbon from the printer.

Label Handling and Loading

Loading Labels into the Printer

Step-by-step guide for inserting label rolls into the printer.

Unloading Labels from the Printer

Step-by-step guide for removing label rolls from the printer.

Powering the Printer On and Off

BMP71 Display and Status Information

BMP71 Keypad and Navigation

Navigation and Editing Keys

Explains the function of navigation and editing keys.

Key Combinations for Editing Text

Details key combinations for text editing like backspace, delete, and caps lock.

Special Function Key Operations

Explains the usage of Time, Print, Adv Print, Print Preview, and Feed keys.

Primary Function Key Operations

Describes the functions of keys like Font, Label, Area, Symbol, Serial, Barcode, File, Apps, and Setup.

Keyboard Shortcuts for Efficiency

Lists shortcuts for common operations and navigation.

Navigating Printer Menus

Accessing and Activating Menu Options

How to select and activate menu items and sub-menus.

Understanding and Using Dialog Boxes

Using Drop-Down Lists in Dialogs

How to select options from drop-down lists in dialog boxes.

Radio Buttons and Option Boxes

How to select or deselect radio buttons and option boxes in dialogs.

Confirming Dialog Box Edits

How to accept and apply changes made in a dialog box.

Canceling Dialogs and Menus

How to exit without saving changes.

Printer Setup and Configuration

Setting Up Font Properties

How to configure font type and size within the printer setup menu.

Setting the Printer Language

Instructions for selecting the display language for menus and prompts.

Configuring Barcode Settings

Details on setting up barcode symbology, ratio, height, and human readability.

Setting the Printer Clock

How to set the date and time for accurate timestamping.

Configuring Printer Applications

How to manage and select available printer applications.

Application Setup Standards

Setting up color standards and default categories for applications.

Printer Configuration Options

How to adjust printer configuration settings like brightness and shut-off delay.

Cleaning the Printer Components

Instructions and benefits of cleaning the printer's internal parts.

Cleaning Cutter Blades and Sensors

Detailed steps for cleaning the cutter blade and internal sensors.

Getting Started with Label Creation

Entering and Editing Text

How to input and modify text on labels, including insertion and deletion.

Text Editing Utilities and Data Clearing

Using Clear/Esc, clearing data options, and canceling functions.

Error Handling and Default Settings

Understanding error messages and managing default label settings.

Font Size and Autosize Features

Adjusting font size and utilizing the autosize feature for label text.

Printing and Cutting Labels

Instructions for printing the current label and cutting it.

Label Formatting Options

Font Formatting Options

How to apply font styles, sizes, and attributes like bold, italics.

Adjusting Font Size

Detailed steps for selecting font sizes and applying styles.

Manually Entering Font Size

How to manually input a custom font size within a given range.

Applying Font Attributes

How to apply attributes like bold, italics, and underline to text.

Applying Attributes to Existing Text

How to apply formatting attributes to text that has already been entered.

Expanding and Condensing Text

How to adjust character spacing for expanded or condensed text.

Manually Adjusting Text Expansion/Condensation

How to manually enter custom percentages for text expansion or condensation.

Superscript/Subscript Formatting

How to format characters above or below the text line, including multi-character application.

Adding Symbols and Graphics to Labels

Inserting Date and Time on Labels

How to insert the current date and time onto a label.

Managing Labels and Areas

Area Formatting Options

How to apply different formatting to specific areas of a label.

Adding Labels or Areas to Files

Instructions for adding new labels or areas to a label file.

Setting Label Length

How to set a fixed label length for continuous media.

Navigating Between Labels and Areas

How to move between different labels or areas in a file.

Deleting Labels or Areas

How to remove unwanted labels or areas from a label file.

Aligning Text with Justification

How to apply horizontal and vertical justification to label data.

Rotating Label Data

How to rotate label content by 90-degree increments.

Adding Frames to Labels

How to add borders or frames to labels and areas.

Removing Frames from Labels

How to remove existing frames from labels or areas.

Applying Reverse Formatting

How to invert foreground and background colors for text.

Removing Reverse Formatting

How to turn off reverse formatting.

Formatting Text Vertically

How to display text characters vertically.

Removing Vertical Text Formatting

How to revert vertical text back to horizontal format.

Adjusting Zoom View

How to zoom in or out to view label details.

Barcode Generation and Settings

Barcode Settings and Options

Details on barcode symbology, ratio, height, width, and human readability.

Adding a Barcode to a Label

Step-by-step instructions for adding a barcode to a label.

Editing Barcode Data

How to modify the data within an existing barcode.

Serialization Features

Understanding Serialization

How serialization works, including simple, linked, and multi-sequence types.

Examples of Serialization Types

Illustrates simple, combined, and multiple serialization examples.

Numbers in Sequences (Padding)

How to use leading zeros for better alignment in sequences.

Adding Serialization to Labels

Step-by-step guide for setting up serialization parameters.

Setting Up Multiple Serializations

How to configure two independent or linked serialization sequences.

Editing Existing Serialization Sequences

How to modify the start, end, and increment values of a sequence.

File Management Operations

Saving Label Files

Steps to save the current label data as a file.

Saving Labels as a File

Detailed steps for saving a label file, including overwriting.

Opening Saved Label Files

How to recall and load previously saved label files.

Deleting Label Files

How to remove saved label files from the printer.

Printing and Previewing Labels

Previewing Labels Before Printing

How to view a label file before sending it to print.

Scrolling Through Print Preview

How to navigate long labels or multiple labels in preview mode.

Advanced Print Settings (Adv Print)

How to access advanced print options like copies and collating.

Printing Multiple Copies

How to print multiple copies of a label, collated or non-collated.

Separators and Mirrored Print

How to use separators and mirror images for labels.

Using Printer Applications

Accessing Specific Applications

How to select and launch an application from the menu.

Editing Application Settings

How to modify settings within an application.

Clearing Label Data within Applications

How to clear data while retaining application formatting.

Using Application Default Settings

How to revert application settings to their defaults.

Exiting an Application

How to exit an application, with options to save data.

Restarting an Application

How to restart an application with new settings.

Editing Application Dialog Box

How to re-edit application settings through a dialog box.

Adding Labels/Areas in Applications

Table showing which applications support adding labels or areas.

WireMarker and Cable Marker Applications

How to use applications for repeating text on labels for wires and cables.

Terminal Block and 66 Block Applications

How to use applications for terminal blocks and 66 blocks.

Flag Label Application

How to create flag labels that wrap around wires or cables.

Patch Panel Label Application

How to create labels for patch panels.

110-Block and Bix Block Label Types

How to use label types for 110-block and Bix block configurations.

Using Safety Templates

How to use pre-designed safety templates for labels.

Using General Templates

How to use general templates for various label designs.

Standard PipeMarker Application

How to label pipes and conduits according to standards.

Arrow Tape Application

How to create labels with directional arrows for pipes.

Rollform PipeMarker Application

How to create rollform pipemarkers with repeated text and graphics.

Appendix B: Material and Ribbon Guide

BMP71 Material/Ribbon Compatibility

Guide showing recommended and acceptable material/ribbon combinations.

Using TLS2000/HandiMark Labels

Information on using older label media with the BMP71 printer.

BMP71 Label Roll Adapter

How to attach the adapter for using TLS2000/HandiMark labels.

Appendix C: Troubleshooting Guide

Hardware Troubleshooting

Solutions for hardware-related issues like overheating and key malfunctions.

Power ON/OFF Troubleshooting

Solutions for printer power issues and freezing screens.

Print Quality Troubleshooting

Solutions for issues affecting print quality, such as poor print or missing text.

Ribbon Error Troubleshooting

Solutions for common ribbon-related errors and issues.

Label (Media) Troubleshooting

Solutions for issues related to label feeding and media installation.

Program Error Troubleshooting

Solutions for errors related to application compatibility and settings.

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