What to do if my Brother P-Touch QL-500 is not printing?
If your Brother Label Maker QL-500/550 is not printing or you're getting a printing error, make sure the USB cable is correctly connected. Also, check that the DK Rolls are properly installed and that there's enough roll remaining. Ensure the DK Roll compartment cover is closed securely.
Why are labels jamming in my Brother P-Touch QL-500 Label Maker?
If labels are jammed in the cutter or not ejecting correctly after printing with your Brother Label Maker, the edge of the cutter unit might have lost its sharpness, in which case you should replace the cutter. Also, dirt or lint on the roller may prevent it from rolling freely. Try cleaning the roller using a Cleaning Sheet.
Why won't my Brother P-Touch QL-500 Label Maker turn on?
If the power button on your Brother Label Maker doesn't light up or flash, ensure the power supply cord is properly connected and plugged in. Try connecting it to another electrical outlet. If the power button still doesn't light up or flash, contact Brother Customer Service at 1-877-4-P-touch.
What to do if my Brother P-Touch QL-500 QL-500/550 does not print?
If your Brother Label Maker QL-500/550 isn't printing or you're getting a printing error, first ensure the USB cable is properly connected. Next, remove and reinstall the DK Rolls. Also, confirm that enough roll remains and the DK Roll compartment cover is securely closed.
Why are labels jammed in the cutter of my Brother P-Touch QL-500?
If labels are jamming in the cutter or not ejecting correctly from your Brother Label Maker after printing, consider these points: * If the cutter unit's edge seems dull, replace the cutter. * If dirt or lint is preventing the roller from rolling smoothly, use a Cleaning Sheet to clean the roller.
Why does the power button not light up on my Brother P-Touch QL-500 Label Maker?
If the power button on your Brother Label Maker doesn't light up or flash, check that the power supply cord is properly connected and plugged into the outlet. If it's connected correctly, try plugging it into a different electrical outlet. If the issue persists, contact Brother Customer Service at 1-877-4-P-touch.
How to fix poor print quality on Brother Label Maker?
If your Brother Label Maker is producing labels with streaks or poor quality characters, or if the label isn't feeding correctly, the print head or roller might be dirty. If this occurs, clean the roller.
What to do if a data transmission error appears when using my Brother Label Maker?
If you see a data transmission error on your computer when using the Brother Label Maker, make sure the correct port is selected in the 'Print to the following port' list within the Printer Properties dialog box. Also, wait for the LED lamp to stop flashing before attempting to print again.
What to do if data transmission error appears with Brother P-Touch QL-500?
If a data transmission error appears on your computer when using the Brother Label Maker, ensure the correct port is selected from the 'Print to the following port' list in the Printer Properties dialog box. Also, if the QL-500/550 is in cooling mode (the LED lamp is flashing slowly), wait until the LED lamp stops flashing and then try printing again.
How to fix streaks on labels printed by my Brother P-Touch QL-500?
If your printed labels from the Brother Label Maker have streaks, poor character quality, or aren't feeding correctly, clean the roller.
General| Tape size | 12 mm |
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| Network ready | No |
| Print preview | Yes |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 146 x 196 x 152 mm |
| Product color | Blue |
| Tape type | DK |
| Tape cutting | Manual |
| Standard interfaces | USB |
| Print technology | Direct thermal |
| Bundled software | P-Touch Editor 4.2 for Windows P-Touch Editor 3.2 for MAC |
| Maximum label length | 1 m |
| Package depth | 310 mm |
| Package width | 195 mm |
| Package height | 265 mm |
Weight and Dimensions| Weight | 1300 g |
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Provides essential safety guidelines for operating the label printer, handling consumables, and avoiding damage or injury.
Explains how to connect the label printer to a power source and the initial setup steps before software installation.
Outlines essential precautions and the step-by-step process for installing the printer driver and P-touch Editor software.
Demonstrates creating different label types like address labels, barcode labels, and custom labels using P-touch Editor features.
Explains how to print labels, manage print options, and save label layouts for future use.
Covers using P-touch Add-ins with Word, Excel, Outlook, and connecting to databases for label creation.
Offers solutions for common problems such as printing errors, power issues, poor print quality, and jams.
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