Brother TD-4550DNWB User Manual

User's Guide
TD-4550DNWB
© 2019 Brother Industries, Ltd. All rights reserved.

Brother TD-4550DNWB Specifications

General

Color	No
Text style	Bold, Horizontal lines, Invert, Italic, Normal, Shadow, Shadow light, Surround
Mirror printing	Yes
Print technology	Direct thermal
Maximum resolution	300 x 300 DPI
Maximum print height	108 mm
Maximum printing width	- mm
LED indicators	Error, Power, Status
Languages support	CHI (SIMPL), CZE, DAN, DEU, DUT, ENG, ESP, FIN, FRE, HUN, ITA, JPN, NOR, POL, POR, RUS, SWE, TUR
Number of languages	18
Font styles	Brougham, Brussels, Helsinki, Letter Gothic, San Diego
Flash memory	64 MB
Internal memory	256 MB
Number of fonts	6
Page description languages	ESC P, Raster_P, ZPL II
Display	LCD
Product color	Grey, White
Wi-Fi standards	802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Bluetooth version	4.2
Bluetooth profiles	GATT, HCRP, OPP, SPP
USB 2.0 ports quantity	1
Connectivity technology	Wired & Wireless
Mobile printing technologies	Apple AirPrint
Core diameter	12.7 mm
Maximum label width	118 mm
Maximum roll diameter	127 mm
Mobile operating systems supported	Android 4.1, Android 4.2, Android 4.2.1, Android 4.2.2, Android 4.3, Android 4.4, Android 5.0, Android 5.1, Android 6.0, Android 7.0, Android 7.1, Android 7.1.2, Android 8.0, Android 9.0, iOS 10.0, iOS 11.0, iOS 12, iOS 8.0, iOS 8.1, iOS 8.2, iOS 8.3, iOS 8.4, iOS 9.0, iOS 9.1, iOS 9.2, iOS 9.3
Server operating systems supported	Windows Server 2008, Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows Server 2012, Windows Server 2012 R2, Windows Server 2016
Windows operating systems supported	Windows 10, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1
Cables included	AC, USB
Quantity per pack	1 pc(s)
Storage temperature (T-T)	-20 - 60 °C
Operating temperature (T-T)	10 - 90 °C
Storage relative humidity (H-H)	20 - 85 %
Operating relative humidity (H-H)	5 - 40 %
Harmonized System (HS) code	84433210

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	155 mm
Height	224 mm
Weight	2080 g

Summary

Before You Use Your Brother Machine

Definitions of Notes

Explains symbols and conventions used in the User's Guide.

General Precautions

Provides guidelines for using RD Rolls and handling labels safely.

Trademarks and Licenses

Lists trademarks and licensing information for software and products.

Open Source Licensing Remarks

Informs about open source software included in the product.

Important Note

Notes on document changes, specifications, screen images, and recommendations.

Set Up Your Printer

Parts Description

Identifies and describes the front parts of the printer.

LCD Overview

Explains the icons and displays on the printer's LCD screen.

Install the Coin Cell Battery

Step-by-step instructions for installing the coin cell battery.

Set the Date and Time

Guide to setting the printer's internal clock and date format.

Load the RD Roll

Instructions on how to properly load the RD Roll into the printer.

Check the Sensor Position

Details on adjusting the sensor position for different paper types.

Connect the Power Cord

Steps for connecting the printer to a power source.

Turn Power On/Off

Instructions on how to turn the printer on and off.

Install Software

Install Printer Drivers and Software on a Computer

Guide to installing necessary software and drivers on a computer.

Connect the Printer to a Computer

Overview of methods to connect the printer to a computer.

Connect the Printer to a Computer Using Wi-Fi

Instructions for connecting the printer to a computer using Wi-Fi.

Connect the Printer to a Computer Using a Wired LAN

Steps to connect the printer to a computer using a wired network connection.

Connect the Printer to a Computer Using Bluetooth Connection

Guide for connecting the printer to a computer via Bluetooth.

Create Labels and Print Using Computer

Create Labels Using P-touch Editor (Windows)

How to create labels using the P-touch Editor software.

Print Labels Using P-touch Editor (Windows)

Steps to print labels created with P-touch Editor.

Create Labels and Print without Installing Software and Drivers

Methods for creating and printing labels without installing software.

Print Labels Distributed to Multiple Printers to Reduce Printing Time (Windows)

Distributing print jobs to multiple printers to speed up printing.

Print Barcode Labels Using Crop Print (Windows)

Using the Crop Print feature for printing barcode labels.

Print Labels Using the Printer Driver (Windows)

Instructions for printing labels using the printer driver.

Print Labels Using Printer's LCD

Create Labels Using P-touch Editor (Windows)

Creating labels using P-touch Editor for printing via LCD.

Transfer the Template to P-touch Transfer Manager (Windows)

Transferring templates to P-touch Transfer Manager.

Transfer Templates or Other Data from the Computer to the Printer (Windows)

Moving templates and data from computer to printer.

Call Up the Transferred Template on the Printer's LCD and Print

Printing templates directly from the printer's LCD.

Print Labels Using Barcode Scanner or Other Devices (P-touch Template)

P-touch Template Operations Overview

Overview of P-touch Template mode operations.

Create Labels Using P-touch Editor (Windows)

Creating labels with P-touch Editor for barcode scanner use.

Transfer the Template to P-touch Transfer Manager (Windows)

Transferring templates for barcode scanner use.

Transfer Templates or Other Data from the Computer to the Printer (Windows)

Moving data for barcode scanner use.

Specify the Barcode Scanner Settings (Windows)

Configuring barcode scanner settings on the printer.

Connect the Printer to a Barcode Scanner Using Bluetooth (Windows)

Connecting the printer to a barcode scanner via Bluetooth.

Connect the Printer to a Barcode Scanner Using USB Host Interface

Connecting the printer to a barcode scanner via USB.

Try the P-touch Template Function Using the Barcode List

Exploring P-touch Template function with a barcode list.

Print Labels Using Mobile Devices

Install Mobile Apps

Downloading and installing Brother mobile applications.

Connect the Printer to a Mobile Device

Establishing a connection between the printer and a mobile device.

Transfer Templates Created on a Computer to the Printer Using a Mobile Device

Moving templates from computer to printer via mobile device.

Transfer Templates to the Printer (P-touch Transfer Manager) (Windows)

Transfer Templates to the Printer Using P-touch Transfer Manager (Windows)

Using P-touch Transfer Manager to transfer templates.

Distribute Templates to be Transferred to Users Without Using P-touch Transfer Manager (Windows)

Distributing templates to users without P-touch Transfer Manager.

Main Window of P-touch Transfer Manager (Windows)

Explains the main window interface of P-touch Transfer Manager.

Transfer Templates from the Computer to the Printer (Windows)

Transferring templates and data from PC to printer.

Store or Manage Templates (P-touch Library)

Edit Templates Using P-touch Library (Windows)

Editing templates using the P-touch Library application.

Print Templates Using P-touch Library (Windows)

Printing templates via the P-touch Library application.

Search Templates Using P-touch Library (Windows)

Searching for templates within the P-touch Library.

Network

Learn about Network Management Software and Utilities

Information on network management tools like BRAdmin.

Change Printer Settings Using Web Based Management

Managing printer settings via a web browser interface.

Update

Update P-touch Editor (Windows)

Instructions for updating the P-touch Editor software.

Update the Firmware

Steps to update the printer's firmware.

Printer Settings

Change Printer Settings Using the Printer Setting Tool (Windows)

Configuring printer settings via the Printer Setting Tool.

Communication Settings of the Printer Setting Tool (Windows)

Configuring communication settings using the Printer Setting Tool.

Device Settings of the Printer Setting Tool (Windows)

Adjusting device-specific settings via the Printer Setting Tool.

Apply Setting Changes to Multiple Printers (Windows)

Applying settings to multiple printers simultaneously.

Change Printer Settings Using Web Based Management

Managing printer settings via a web browser interface.

Set or Change a Login Password for Web Based Management

Securing web-based management by changing the login password.

Confirm Printer Settings

Printing a report to confirm current printer settings.

Change Printer Settings Using the Printer

Modifying printer settings directly from the printer's control panel.

Settings Tables

Provides an overview of menu selections and options for printer settings.

Routine Maintenance

Clean Your Printer

Recommendations for cleaning printer components for optimal performance.

Replace the Coin Cell Battery

Instructions for replacing the printer's coin cell battery.

Troubleshooting

If You Are Having Difficulty with Your Machine

Explains how to resolve common problems encountered with the printer.

Error and Maintenance Indications

Describes printer status indicators and their meanings.

Printing Problems

Lists common printing issues and their solutions.

Version Information

Information on checking printer firmware and software versions.

Reset the Printer

Procedures for resetting printer settings and data.

Appendix

Specifications

Technical specifications for the printer, including printing, size, and interface details.

Software Development Kit

Information on obtaining and using the Brother Software Development Kit.

Auto Media Configuration

Details on the printer's automatic media detection feature.

Auto Media Configuration Overview

Explains how the printer automatically detects paper characteristics.

Use the Auto Media Configuration Function

How to calibrate media information using LCD or Printer Setting Tool.

Options

Information on printer options like label peelers and cutters.

Clean Other Printer Components

Instructions for cleaning printer rollers, print head, and cutters.

Change the Label Peeler Options

Setting the printer driver option for the label peeler.

Change the Cutting Options

Configuring how labels are fed and cut by the printer.

Brother Numbers

Contact information and support resources for Brother customer service.