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Brother QL-500 User Manual

Brother QL-500
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User's Guide
Guía del usuario
Be sure to read this guide before using the machine. We recommend that you
keep this guide nearby for future reference.
Asegúrese de leer este manual antes de usar la impresora. Le recomendamos
conservar este manual a mano para referencia en el futuro.
QL-500
www.brother.com

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Brother QL-500 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Tape size12 mm
Network readyNo
Print previewYes
Dimensions (WxDxH)146 x 196 x 152 mm
Product colorBlue
Tape typeDK
Tape cuttingManual
Standard interfacesUSB
Print technologyDirect thermal
Bundled softwareP-Touch Editor 4.2 for Windows P-Touch Editor 3.2 for MAC
Maximum label length1 m
Package depth310 mm
Package width195 mm
Package height265 mm
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Weight1300 g

Summary

Introduction

Online User Registration

Register your product online for service and support.

Online Support Page

Access the official Brother support website for assistance.

FCC Declaration of Conformity

Compliance statement from the Federal Communications Commission.

Warranty Information

Who is Covered

Defines the eligible warranty recipient.

What is Covered

Details the scope of warranty coverage.

What is NOT Covered

Lists warranty exclusions and limitations.

Warranty Service Procedure

Steps to follow for warranty claims and service.

Warranty Service Details

What Brother Will Do

Explains Brother's actions for repair or replacement.

Machine Replacement Process

Details the procedure when Brother replaces the machine.

Warranty Limitations

Warranty Limitations and Disclaimers

Outlines limitations and disclaims all other warranties.

Keep Packing Materials

Recommendation to retain original packing materials for shipping.

Important Information and Support

Customer Service Contact

Provides contact information for customer support.

Company Address

The official address of Brother International Corporation.

Online Registration Benefits

Encourages online registration for product management.

Manuals and Symbols

User's Guide

Identifies the current manual as the primary user guide.

Software Installation Guide

Explains the process for installing printer software and drivers.

Warning Symbols

Explains symbols indicating important warnings and potential hazards.

General Information

Compilation Notice

Information regarding the compilation and publication of the guide.

Trademarks and Agreements

Lists company trademarks and software license agreements.

Safety Precautions

General Warnings

Alerts about risks of injury, damage, fire, or shock.

Machine Operation Safety

Specific safety guidelines for operating the printer.

Safety Warnings and Guidelines

Cleaning and Electrical Safety

Precautions for cleaning and electrical safety.

Power Cord and Cutter Safety

Safety advice for power cords and the cutter unit.

Environmental and Installation Safety

Safety for environmental exposure and installation.

Cautionary Advice

DK Roll and Label Handling

Precautions for DK rolls, labels, and general usage.

Machine and Roll Precautions

Specific safety measures for the machine and DK rolls.

Consumables and Software Handling

DK Roll Usage and Label Adhesion

Details on DK roll usage, label removal, and adhesion.

CD/DVD Label and CD-ROM Use

Guidelines for CD/DVD labels and CD-ROM handling.

Cutter Lifespan

Information on the cutter's expected lifespan and replacement.

Parts Description

Main Printing Unit Components

Identifies front and rear parts of the printer.

Button Functions

Explains the operation of the ON/OFF and FEED buttons.

Status LED Indications

LED Lamp Status Meanings

Describes the conditions indicated by the LED lamp.

Installing the DK Roll

DK Roll Installation Steps

Step-by-step guide for installing a DK Roll.

Attaching Paper Guide and Connecting Power

Attaching the Paper Guide

Instructions on how to attach the paper guide.

Connecting the Power Supply

Steps for connecting the printer to a power outlet.

Installing the Software for QL-500

Windows Installation Overview

Explains software installation for Windows.

Standard Installation Option

Details the standard installation process.

Software Installation Steps (Windows)

Add-In Program Selection

Choosing Add-In programs during installation.

Printer Driver Installation (Windows)

Steps for installing the printer driver on Windows.

Software Registration and Restart

User registration and computer restart after installation.

Starting Installed Software

How to launch P-touch Editor and Address Book.

Installing Software on Mac OS

Mac OS Installation Overview

Explains software installation for Mac OS.

Printer Driver Installation (Mac)

Steps for installing the printer driver on Mac.

P-touch Editor Installation (Mac)

Steps for installing P-touch Editor on Mac.

Connecting Printer and Setup (Mac OS)

Connecting Printer to Mac

Instructions for connecting the printer via USB.

Adding Printer in System Preferences

Steps to add the printer in Mac OS system settings.

Uninstalling Software and Driver

Uninstalling P-touch Editor

Procedure for uninstalling P-touch Editor on Windows.

Uninstalling Printer Driver

Steps to uninstall the printer driver on Windows.

Printer Driver Uninstallation (Windows)

Removing Printer from Devices

Deleting the printer from Windows device lists.

Removing Driver Package

Steps to remove the printer driver package.

Maintenance

Print Head Cleaning

How the print head is cleaned automatically by DK Roll.

Roller Maintenance Procedure

Step-by-step guide for cleaning the printer roller.

Roller and Label Outlet Maintenance

Cleaning Sheet Usage

Instructions for using the cleaning sheet for roller maintenance.

Label Outlet Cleaning

How to clean the label outlet to prevent jams.

Replacing the Cutter Unit

Cutter Unit Replacement Steps

Instructions for replacing the printer's cutter unit.

Cutter Unit Replacement

Removing and Installing Cutter

Details on removing the old and installing the new cutter.

Troubleshooting

Common Printing Problems

Solutions for printing errors and connectivity issues.

Power and Quality Issues

Troubleshooting power, print quality, and feed problems.

Software and Add-In Issues

Resolving data transmission and software add-in problems.

Main Specifications

Product Specifications

Technical details of the printer's hardware and functions.

Operating Environment Requirements

System requirements for OS, interface, and memory.

Accessories (For USA Only)

DK Rolls (Die-cut and Continuous)

Lists available DK roll labels and tapes with stock numbers.

Replacement Parts and Supplies

Lists cutter units and cleaning sheets for purchase.

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