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Brother P-touch E550W - User Manual

Brother P-touch E550W
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Version 03
UK ENG
E550W
INTRODUCTION
GETTING STARTED
EDITING A LABEL
LABEL PRINTING
USING THE FILE MEMORY
USING P-TOUCH SOFTWARE
NETWORK
RESETTING & MAINTENANCE
TROUBLESHOOTING
APPENDIX
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USER’S GUIDE
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ENGLISH
USER’S GUIDE E550W

Table of Contents

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Questions and Answers

  • V
    Veronica HallAug 30, 2025
    Why is the screen blank on my Brother Label Maker?
    • A
      Alexander SmithAug 30, 2025
      If the display on your Brother Label Maker remains blank after turning it on, check that the batteries are correctly installed and that the AC adapter (designed exclusively for your device) is properly connected. Also, ensure that the rechargeable Li-ion battery is fully charged.
  • C
    Christopher GordonSep 7, 2025
    Why does my Brother P-touch E550W Label Maker say 'Tape Cassette Changed!'?
    • S
      Sheila AlvarezSep 7, 2025
      If your Brother Label Maker displays 'Tape Cassette Changed!', it means that the tape cassette selected for printing is different from the tape cassette installed in the P-touch. Unfortunately, the provided information does not offer a specific solution beyond this.
  • A
    Amy CohenAug 29, 2025
    How to fix a Brother Printer when the screen 'locks' or doesn't respond?
    • T
      Terry SuttonAug 29, 2025
      If your Brother Printer screen 'locks' or doesn't respond normally, reset the internal memory to the initial settings. If resetting doesn't solve the problem, disconnect the AC adapter and remove the batteries for more than 10 minutes.
  • T
    Thomas JohnsonSep 18, 2025
    Why does my Brother P-touch E550W Label Maker say 'Insert HS 17.7mm Tube Cassette!'?
    • K
      Kaitlin BowmanSep 18, 2025
      If your Brother Label Maker displays 'Insert HS 17.7mm Tube Cassette!', it means a 17.7 mm Heat Shrink Tube is not installed when Template for 17.7 mm Heat Shrink Tube is selected. Install a 17.7 mm Heat Shrink Tube.
  • A
    Adam SmithSep 8, 2025
    Why does my Brother Label Maker say 'Maximum Of 5 Bar Codes Per Label!'?
    • K
      Kaitlyn CowanSep 8, 2025
      If your Brother Label Maker displays 'Maximum Of 5 Bar Codes Per Label!', it means there are already five bar codes entered in the text data when you try to enter a new bar code. You can only use up to five bar codes in each label.
  • L
    Loretta GonzalezSep 12, 2025
    What does 'Tape Width Limit! Max 3 Lines' mean on my Brother P-touch E550W Label Maker?
    • R
      Richard BakerSep 12, 2025
      If your Brother Label Maker displays 'Tape Width Limit! Max 3 Lines', it means there are more than three lines of text when you press the Print or Preview key while using 12 mm tape. Limit the number of lines to three, or replace with a larger width tape cassette.
  • E
    Eric SmithSep 16, 2025
    Why does my Brother Label Maker say 'Insert 3.5mm Tape Cassette!'?
    • E
      Emily MartinezSep 16, 2025
      If your Brother Label Maker displays 'Insert 3.5mm Tape Cassette!', it means a 3.5 mm tape cassette is not installed when Template or Block Layouts for 3.5 mm tape is selected. Install a 3.5 mm tape cassette.
  • R
    Richard TaylorSep 23, 2025
    Why is my Brother Printer label not cut automatically?
    • M
      Mary MorrisonSep 23, 2025
      Check the Cut Option setting. Alternatively, press the Feed & Cut key to feed and cut the tape.
  • F
    fchangAug 26, 2025
    What to do if my Brother Printer label is not printed after pressing the Print key?
    • T
      Terry MartinezAug 26, 2025
      If your Brother Printer isn't printing labels after pressing the Print key, ensure that you've entered text and that the tape cassette is correctly installed with enough tape. If the tape is bent, cut off the bent section and thread it through the Tape Exit Slot. If the tape is jammed, remove the tape cassette, pull out the jammed tape, and cut it. Make sure the end of the tape passes through the tape guide before reinstalling the cassette.
  • B
    Brian YoderAug 25, 2025
    Why is my Brother P-touch E550W Label Maker not cutting automatically?
    • M
      martinrobinsonAug 26, 2025
      If your Brother Label Maker isn't cutting labels automatically, verify the Cut Option setting. You can also press the feed and cut key to manually cut the tape.

Summary

Getting Started with Your P-touch E550 W

Power Supply Options

Instructions for connecting AC adapter and installing batteries.

Editing a Label

Selecting a Labelling Application Type

Choose from six types of label formats for specific uses.

Entering and Editing Text

Methods for adding, modifying, and deleting text on labels.

Using the File Memory

Storing a Label into Memory

Save frequently used label designs to the printer's internal memory.

Opening a Stored Label File

Recall and display previously saved label files from memory.

Using the P-touch Software

Using P-touch Editor

Design and print custom labels using Brother's software.

Starting P-touch Editor (For Windows)

Launch P-touch Editor on Windows operating systems.

Using P-touch Transfer Manager

Manage and transfer templates and data between computer and printer.

Transferring Data to the Printer

Steps for sending templates and other data from PC to the printer.

Using Data Transferred to Printer

Print labels using templates or data sent from a computer.

Using P-touch Library

Print and manage templates or other data using the library application.

Network Configuration

Configuring Network Settings

Steps to set up wireless network communication for the printer.

Resetting and Maintenance

Resetting the Printer

Restore printer settings to factory defaults or clear specific data.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

What to do when Printer Issues Occur

Solutions for common printer problems and error conditions.

Understanding Error Messages

Explanation of error codes and how to resolve them.

Brother P-touch E550W Specifications

General IconGeneral
Print TechnologyThermal transfer
Maximum Tape Width24 mm
ConnectivityWi-Fi, USB
DisplayLCD
KeyboardQWERTY
Print Resolution180 dpi
Print Speed30 mm/sec
Label Width3.5 mm - 24 mm
Power SourceAC Adapter
CutterAutomatic
Weight1.05 kg

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