Brother QL-720NW - User Manual

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Quick Setup Guide90 pages

Questions and Answers

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barryfarrellAug 18, 2025
What to do if my Brother QL-720NW Label Maker QL printer does not print?
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  Cody WhiteheadAug 18, 2025
  If your Brother QL printer isn't printing or you're getting a printing error, first, check if the cable is securely connected. Then, make sure the DK Roll is correctly installed; remove and reinstall it if needed. Verify there's enough roll remaining and that the DK Roll compartment cover is closed. If problems persist, try turning the printer off and on again. If you're using a USB hub, connect the printer directly to your PC or try a different USB port.
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Kenneth BlackAug 20, 2025
How to reset Brother QL-720NW Label Maker and delete transferred data?
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  Richard CallahanAug 21, 2025
  To reset the printer and delete data transferred from your PC/Mac on the Brother Label Maker, turn off the machine. Then, press and hold the Cut button while holding down the ON/OFF button. When the Wi-Fi lamp starts flashing and the Status lamp lights orange, press the Cut button six times while continuing to hold down the ON/OFF button.
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Bradley GreenAug 23, 2025
Why can't I print from wired network using Brother QL-720NW?
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  Jennifer LewisAug 23, 2025
  If you cannot print from a wired network using your Brother Label Maker, first check that the wired network cable is properly connected. Also, if the wireless LED is lit or flashing, press the Wi-Fi button to turn it off.
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Brittany HolmesAug 26, 2025
Why can't I install the printer driver for wired network on Brother QL-720NW Label Maker?
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  Matthew GomezAug 26, 2025
  If you're unable to install the printer driver for a wired network with your Brother Label Maker, verify that the wired network cable is connected properly. Also, check if the wireless LED is lit; if it is, press the Wi-Fi button to turn it off.
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Jacob GallegosAug 27, 2025
Why can't I print from wireless network using Brother QL-720NW Label Maker?
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  Crystal WillisAug 27, 2025
  If you cannot print from a wireless network using your Brother Label Maker, check if the wireless LED is lit. If it's not lit, press the Wi-Fi button to turn it on.
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Paul CuevasAug 30, 2025
Why can't I install the printer driver for wireless network on Brother Label Maker?
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  cherylcombsAug 30, 2025
  If you're having trouble installing the printer driver for a wireless network on your Brother Label Maker, ensure that the wireless LED is lit. If it is not lit, press the Wi-Fi button to turn it on.
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Andrea KleinSep 1, 2025
Why is my Brother Label Maker label not ejected properly after printing?
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  Austin WeberSep 1, 2025
  If labels are not ejecting properly from your Brother Label Maker after printing, ensure that the label ejection path is not blocked. Also, check that the DK Roll is properly set by removing and reinstalling it. Finally, ensure that the DK Roll cover is closed correctly.
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Matthew JohnstonSep 4, 2025
What to do if a data transmission error appears on PC/Mac using Brother QL-720NW?
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  Sherri DavisSep 4, 2025
  If you're experiencing a data transmission error on your PC/Mac with the Brother QL printer, ensure that the correct port is selected in the Printer Properties dialog box (Windows only). Also, check if the printer is in cooling mode (Status lamp flashing orange); wait until it stops before printing again.
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Allison FergusonSep 6, 2025
How to cancel current printing job on Brother QL-720NW Label Maker?
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  watkinssusanSep 6, 2025
  To cancel the current printing job on the Brother Label Maker, ensure that the printer is turned ON, and then press the ON/OFF button.
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Robin BarberSep 8, 2025
Why the printed bar code cannot be read from Brother Label Maker?
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  Sandra FletcherSep 8, 2025
  If the printed bar code from your Brother Label Maker cannot be read, position the label vertically to the print head. If that doesn't work, try using another scanner, as some scanners may not be compatible. For best results, set the Print Quality options to “Give priority to print quality”.

Summary

Using The Interface Cable

Uninstalling Software and Printer Driver

Uninstalling Software;Users Guide (Windows)

Instructions to uninstall software and user's guide on Windows OS.

Uninstalling Printer Driver (Windows)

Detailed steps for removing the printer driver from Windows systems.

Uninstalling P-touch Editor (Macintosh)

Steps to uninstall P-touch Editor software on Macintosh.

Uninstalling Printer Driver (Macintosh)

Steps to uninstall the printer driver on Macintosh systems.

Example Labels

General Procedures

Connect to PC;Mac

General steps for connecting the printer to a computer for label creation.

Use Machine Without PC Connection (Windows)

Steps for using the printer independently via Windows.

Mass Storage (QL-720 NW only)

Mass Storage Description

Explains the mass storage feature for executing commands via USB.

Using the Mass Storage Feature

Step-by-step guide on how to use the mass storage feature.

iPrint&Label

QL Utility

QL Utility Overview

Explains the purpose and function of the QL Utility software.

Starting QL Utility (Windows)

Steps to launch and configure the QL Utility on Windows.

Starting QL Utility (Macintosh)

Steps to launch and configure the QL Utility on Macintosh.

How to Use the QL Utility

Guide to operating the QL Utility for printer settings.

Maintenance

Print Head Maintenance

Details on how the printer's print head is cleaned automatically.

Label Outlet Maintenance

Instructions for cleaning the label outlet to prevent jams.

Brother QL-720NW Specifications

General

Print technology	Direct thermal
Maximum resolution	300 x 300 DPI
Maximum printing width	59 mm
Ethernet LAN	Yes
RS-232 ports	1
Connectivity technology	Wired & Wireless
Tape type	DK
Flash memory	6 MB
Number of styles	10
Built-in barcodes	CODABAR (NW-7), Code 128 (A/B/C), Code 39, EAN128, EAN13, EAN8, ITF-14, MaxiCode, PDF417, POSTNET, QR Code, UPC-A, UPC-E
Number of box types	6
Image formats supported	BMP, GIF, JPG, PNG, TIF
Dimensions (WxDxH)	128 x 236 x 153 mm
Maximum label width	62 mm
Maximum label length	1 m
Product color	Black