Brother P-Touch PT-E550WVP User Manual

In order to use your P-touch labeling system safely, read
the included Quick Setup Guide first.
Read this guide before you start using your P-touch
labeling system.
Keep this guide in a handy place for future reference.
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PT-E550W
INTRODUCTION
EDITING A LABEL
LABEL PRINTING
USING THE FILE MEMORY
USING P-TOUCH SOFTWARE
NETWORK
RESETTING & MAINTENANCE
TROUBLESHOOTING
APPENDIX
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Brother P-Touch PT-E550WVP Specifications

General

Device Category	Label Maker
Model	PT-E550WVP
Brand	Brother
Print Technology	Thermal Transfer
Print Resolution	180 dpi
Print Speed	30mm/sec
Maximum Tape Width	24mm
Keyboard	QWERTY
Connectivity	USB, WiFi
Display	Backlit LCD
Memory	Up to 99 labels
Power Source	AC Adapter
Cutter	Automatic
Tape Type	TZe

Summary

Introduction

Deleting All P-touch Labeling System Data

Procedures for deleting all P-touch labeling system data.

Editing a Label

Entering and Editing Text

How to enter and modify text, add lines, and blocks.

Entering Symbols

Using the symbol function and symbol history for text entry.

Entering Accented Characters

How to input accented characters for different languages.

Setting Character Attributes

Adjusting font, size, width, style, and alignment for labels.

Setting Auto Fit Style

Configuring how text size adjusts to fit label length.

Setting Frames

Applying decorative frames to labels.

Tape Cutting Options

Specifying how the tape is fed and cut during printing.

Label Printing

Label Preview

Previewing the label layout before printing.

Printing a Label

Instructions for printing labels after text entry and formatting.

Printing a Single Page

How to print a single label or page.

Printing a Range of Pages

Specifying a range of pages to print.

Printing Multiple Copies

Printing up to 99 copies of the same label.

Attaching Labels

Instructions for trimming, peeling, and applying printed labels.

Using File Memory

Storing a Label into Memory

Saving created labels into the device's memory.

Opening a Stored Label File

Accessing and loading previously saved labels.

Printing a Stored Label File

Printing labels that have been saved in memory.

Deleting a Stored Label File

Removing saved label files from memory.

Using P-Touch Software

Using P-touch Editor

Introduction to the P-touch Editor software for label design.

Using P-touch Transfer Manager

Transferring templates and data between computer and label system.

Backing Up Templates or Other Data

Saving templates and data from the label system to a computer.

Deleting All P-touch Labeling System Data

Removing all data and settings from the labeling system.

Using Transferred Data

Utilizing data transferred from a computer for printing.

Searching the Database

Finding specific records within a database.

Editing the Database

Modifying data within a database for label printing.

Using P-touch Library

Printing and managing templates and other data using P-touch Library.

Network Configuration

Configuring Network Settings

Setting up wireless network communication for the labeling system.

Resetting and Maintenance

Resetting the P-touch Labeling System

Restoring the system to factory settings or clearing memory.

Maintenance

Cleaning the unit, print head, and tape cutter for optimal performance.

Troubleshooting Issues

What to Do When...

Solutions for common problems and error messages.

Error Messages

Explanations and remedies for display error messages.

Appendix and Specifications

Specifications

Technical details and capabilities of the P-touch labeling system.

Symbols

Listing of available symbols for use in labels.

Accented Characters

List of supported accented characters for different languages.

Character Attribute

Options for font, size, width, and style of characters.

Frames

Available decorative frames for label design.

Bar Codes

Settings and protocols for printing bar codes.

Special Character List

Specific characters supported by various bar code protocols.

Notes on Using P-touch Transfer Manager

Important considerations when using the transfer manager software.

Notes on Creating Templates

Guidelines for creating templates compatible with the labeling system.

Notes on Transferring Templates

Information on how transferred templates may appear or function.

Notes on Transferring Data Other Than Templates

Considerations for transferring databases and graphics.