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Brother P-touch PT-9700PC User Manual

Brother P-touch PT-9700PC
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User’s Guide
Guía del usuario
PT
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97OOPC
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98OOPCN
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ELECTRONIC LABELING SYSTEM

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers:

Brother P-touch PT-9700PC Specifications

General IconGeneral
Print technologyDirect thermal
Vertical printingYes
Maximum resolution720 x 360 DPI
Product colorWhite
Keyboard layoutABC
Standard interfacesUSB 2.0
USB 2.0 ports quantity1
Minimum storage drive space70 MB
Compatible operating systemsMicrosoft Windows 2000 Prof. (SP4), XP, Vista, Windows 7, Mac OS X 10.4 - 10.6
Tape size36 mm
Label typeTZ / AL / HZ
Power supply typeAC adaptor (AD9100ES) (Enclosed)
Print sizes included20
Maximum label length1 m
Tape cuttingAutomatic
Number of styles10
Built-in barcodesPOSTNET, UPC-A, UPC-E
Bundled softwareP-touch Editor 5.0
Package weight3.190 g
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth193 mm
Width116 mm
Height140 mm

Summary

Introduction and Compliance Information

FCC Declaration of Conformity (USA)

US regulatory compliance statement for the printer.

ENERGY STAR Compliance Statement

Statement regarding the printer's compliance with ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.

Manual Information and Legal Notices

Compilation and Publication Details

Information about the manual's compilation and potential changes.

Trademarks and Copyrights

Lists registered trademarks and copyright information for software and products.

Brother Two Year Limited Warranty (USA)

Warranty Coverage and Eligibility

Details who is covered, what is covered, and warranty periods for the product.

Warranty Exclusions and Service Process

Outlines what is not covered and the steps for obtaining warranty service.

Warranty Limitations and Disclaimers

Important Information and Support

Customer Support Contact Options

Provides contact details for customer service, website, and supplies.

Product Information for Service

Advises recording model, serial number, and purchase details for service.

Safety Precautions

General Safety Symbols and Warnings

Explains warning symbols and provides general safety guidelines for printer usage.

AC Adapter Safety Guidelines

Specific safety instructions for the AC adapter to prevent fire, damage, or electric shock.

Printer and Cutter Safety Guidelines

Printer Safety Warnings

Outlines safety measures for the printer to avoid fire, electric shock, and damage.

Tape Cutter Safety Cautions

Provides safety instructions for the tape cutter to prevent injury and printer damage.

General Precautions for Use

Usage and Environmental Considerations

Details precautions for printer usage, environmental conditions, tape compatibility, and accessory handling.

Unpacking the Printer

Confirming Package Contents

Lists items included in the printer package and advises checking for missing or damaged parts.

General Description of Printer Models

PT-9700PC Model Overview

Illustrates and labels the front and rear views of the PT-9700PC model.

PT-9800PCN Model Overview

Illustrates and labels the front and rear views of the PT-9800PCN model.

Printer LED Indicators

Power and Status Lamp Meanings

Details the status indicated by the Power button (green) and STATUS lamp (red) on the printer.

USB Direct Interface LED Indicators (PT-9800PCN)

Getting Ready to Use Your Printer

Connecting the Printer

Provides instructions on connecting the printer to the power source and a computer.

Installing Printer Software

Guides users through installing the necessary printer driver and P-touch Editor software.

Creating Labels

Explains how to begin creating labels after setup, referencing the Software User's Guide.

Connecting the Printer

Connecting to the Power Source

Detailed steps for connecting the printer to the AC adapter and power outlet.

Turning the Printer On and Off

Instructions for safely powering the printer on and off using the power button and main power switch.

Connecting to a Computer

Interface Connection Options Summary

Details available connection interfaces (USB, LAN, Serial) for different operating systems and printer models.

Using Interface Cables

USB Cable Usage

Instructions for using the included USB interface cable for connection.

Serial (RS-232C) Cable Usage

Explains serial cable pin assignments and usage for Windows systems.

Network Cable Usage (PT-9800PCN)

Details requirements for connecting the printer using a network (Ethernet) cable.

Installing the Tape Cassette

Compatible Tape Types

Lists the types of Brother TZ and HG tapes compatible with the printer.

Tape Cassette Installation Steps

Step-by-step guide on how to correctly install a tape cassette into the printer.

Installing Software for PT-9700PC

Windows® Installation Procedure

Guide for installing P-touch Editor, driver, and user guide on Windows systems via USB.

Installing Software for PT-9700PC (Mac OS®)

Mac OS® Installation Steps

Guide for installing P-touch Editor and driver on Macintosh systems via USB.

Installing Software for PT-9800PCN

Windows® Installation Procedure

Guide for installing P-touch Editor, drivers, and user guides on Windows systems.

Installing Software for PT-9800PCN (Windows®)

Connection Method Selection

Steps for selecting connection method (USB, Network) during Windows installation.

Installing Software for PT-9800PCN (Windows®)

Network Installation Options

Details for network installation (Peer-to-Peer, Shared Printer) on Windows.

Installing Software for PT-9800PCN (Windows®)

Network Installation Details

Further steps for network installation, including searching and selecting printers.

Installing the BRAdmin Light Utility

BRAdmin Light Installation

Steps to install the BRAdmin Light utility from the CD-ROM.

Configuring Network Settings with BRAdmin Light

Setting IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Gateway

Guide for setting static IP address, subnet mask, and gateway using BRAdmin Light.

Installing Software for PT-9800PCN (Mac OS®)

Mac OS® Installation Steps

Guide for installing P-touch Editor and printer driver on Macintosh systems.

Installing Software for PT-9800PCN (Mac OS®)

USB Connection Setup on Mac

Steps for setting up a USB connection for the printer on Mac OS.

Installing Software for PT-9800PCN (Mac OS®)

Network Connection Setup on Mac

Steps for setting up a network connection for the printer on Mac OS.

Installing BRAdmin Light on Mac OS®

BRAdmin Light Installation on Mac

Steps to install the BRAdmin Light utility on Macintosh systems.

Uninstalling the Software (Windows®)

Uninstalling P-touch Editor (Windows®)

Steps to uninstall P-touch Editor software on Windows systems.

Uninstalling the Printer Driver (Windows®)

Steps to uninstall the printer driver on Windows systems.

Uninstalling the Software (Windows®)

Printer Driver Removal Details (Windows®)

Further details on removing the printer driver via server properties.

Uninstalling Software (Mac OS®)

Uninstalling P-touch Editor (Mac OS®)

Steps to uninstall P-touch Editor on Mac OS using the terminal command.

Uninstalling Printer Driver (Mac OS®)

Steps to uninstall the printer driver on Mac OS.

Advanced Functions

Printing at High Speed or High Resolution

Explains how to change print speed and resolution using different tape types and settings.

Distributed Printing

Setting Up Distributed Printing

Guide on how to distribute printing jobs across multiple printers.

Distributed Printing Configuration

Specifying Tape Width for Distributed Print

Instructions for selecting tape width when using distributed printing.

BTP (Barcode Template Print) Function

BTP Preparation and Overview

Connects barcode reader and explains BTP function overview.

Preset Template Printing

How to print identical labels using stored templates via barcode scanning.

BTP Functionality Details

Barcode Printing with Templates

Prints barcodes using protocol and size from a created template.

Database-Assisted Label Printing

Prints data from a database by replacing objects in a template.

BTP Operation Steps

Scanning for Barcode Printing

Steps involving scanning barcodes for template selection and data input.

BTP Operation Steps (Database Integration)

Database Integration in BTP

Connects database file to label layout for printing dynamic data.

BTP Operation Steps (Printing)

Database-Assisted Printing Process

Completes the database-assisted printing by scanning key barcodes and delimiter.

Using P-touch Editor Lite LAN

P-touch Editor Lite LAN Overview

Introduces P-touch Editor Lite LAN as a basic label editing tool for network users.

Installing P-touch Editor Lite LAN

Guide for installing the P-touch Editor Lite LAN software from the CD-ROM.

Printing Printer Settings

Printing the Printer Settings Page

Instructions on how to print the printer settings report using the Feed/Cut button.

Serial Interface Settings (Windows®)

Setting the Computer Baud Rate

Steps to configure the computer's baud rate for serial communication.

Serial Interface Settings (Windows®)

Setting the Printer Baud Rate

Information on how to set the printer's baud rate, referencing the P-touch Template manual.

Troubleshooting

Printer Not Printing or Errors

Solutions for common printing issues like no print, errors, or blank spaces.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Power Button and Data Transmission Issues

Solutions for power button problems and data transmission errors.

USB Device and Buffer Issues

Addresses issues with USB devices, incompatible devices, and buffer full errors.

Troubleshooting Installation and Connection

Installation and Connection Problems

Solutions for installation errors, CD-ROM issues, and database connection problems.

Product Specifications

Printer Specifications Summary

Lists key specifications for the printer, including display, printing, interface, and measurements.

Product Specifications (Operating Environment)

Operating Environment Requirements

Details the OS, interface, hard disk, memory, and monitor requirements for operation.

Appendix: BTP Function

General Procedure for BTP Function

Outlines the general steps for using the Barcode Template Print (BTP) function.

Appendix: BTP Barcode Settings

List of Barcodes for Specifying Settings

Provides a list of barcodes used for specifying settings in the BTP function.

Contact Information (USA Only)

Operational Assistance Contact

Provides phone numbers for Brother Customer Service for technical and operational assistance.

Assistance on the Internet

Lists websites for product information, driver downloads, and accessory purchases.

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