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Brother TD-2020 User Manual

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USER'S GUIDE
TD-2020
TD-2120N
TD-2130N
Before using this printer, be sure to read this User's
Guide.
We suggest that you keep this manual in a handy
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Please visit us at http://solutions.brother.com/,
where you can get product support and answers to
Version B
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  • Page 1 Before using this printer, be sure to read this User's Guide. We suggest that you keep this manual in a handy place for future reference. Please visit us at http://solutions.brother.com/, where you can get product support and answers to Version B frequently asked questions (FAQs).

  • Page 2: Symbols Used In This Document

    Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Brother TD-2020/2120N/2130N. The TD-2020/2120N/2130N (hereafter referred to as "the printer") is a powered desktop thermal printer. Be sure to read the User’s Guide, Product Safety Guide, Quick Reference Guide, Software User’s Guide and Network User’s Guide (TD-2120N/2130N only) before using the printer.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Getting Started General Description ....................1 Power Supply......................3 Connecting to an AC Power Outlet..............3 Installing the Printer Driver and Software ..............4 Installer Screen....................5 USB Cable Connection..................5 Wired LAN Connection (TD-2120N/2130N only) ..........7 Registering Paper Size Information With the Printer ..........9 Uninstalling the Printer Driver ................
  • Page 4 Distributing Paper Formats................47 Other Functions Mass Storage Functions ..................48 Mass Storage Feature ...................48 Using the Mass Storage Feature..............48 Web Based (Web Browser) Management (TD-2120N/2130N only) ....49 Software Development Kit ...................50 Maintaining the Printer Print Head Maintenance ..................51 Platen Roller Maintenance...................51 Media Exit Maintenance ..................52 Label Peeler (Optional) Maintenance (TD-2120N/2130N only) ......52 Indicators...
  • Page 5 Selecting the Touch Panel................83 Selecting the Data Assigned to Keys on the One-Touch Panel ....84 Creating a One-Touch Panel................. 85 Printing the Label....................85 Printing Using the Basic Control Panel............85 Printing Using the One-Touch Panel ............. 87 Printing Using a Barcode Reader ..............88 Label Layouts on the Printer (Checking, Deleting and Log) ........89 Replacing the Time/Date Battery.................

  • Page 7: Getting Started

    Getting Started General Description 1 POWER indicator (Power) button 3 Media exit Front 4 RD Roll compartment top cover 5 STATUS indicator (Feed) button (Print) button 8 Cover release lever 9 Tear bar When the printer is purchased, the tear bar cover is installed.
  • Page 8 Chapter 1 Back Options (TD-2120N/2130N only) (TD-2020)  Touch panel display (PA-TDU-001)  WLAN interface (PA-WI-001)  Bluetooth interface (PA-BI-001) Label peeler (PA-LP-001)   Battery base (PA-BB-001)  RJ25 to DB9M serial adapter (PA-SCA-001)  Rechargeable lithium-ion battery (PA-BT-4000LI) ...

  • Page 9: Power Supply

    Getting Started Power Supply Press the (Power) button of the printer to turn it on. The POWER indicator lights This printer operates on either the AC in green, and the printer is in standby. adapter (included) or the rechargeable Li-ion battery (optional, TD-2120N/2130N only).

  • Page 10: Installing The Printer Driver And Software

    Chapter 1 Installing the Printer ® If you are using Windows 8, make sure the ® default program to open PDF files is Adobe Driver and Software ® Reader before using the CD-ROM. Otherwise PDF files may not open and links The printer driver and software can be within PDF files may not work correctly.

  • Page 11: Installer Screen

    (TD-2120N/2130N only), or displays the instructions. Brother Developer Center. 5 Brother Support Displays the support website (Brother Solutions Center). NOTE • The following installation procedures are for “Standard Installation”. • If this printer is connected to a computer by a USB cable, the “Printer Setting...
  • Page 12 Chapter 1 With TD-2120N/2130N:  To not check for new software When the screen for selecting the versions or update them, click [No], connection method appears, select and then go to step i. [Local Connection (USB)], and then NOTE click [Next]. If you click [No] here, you can run the P-touch Update Software at a more convenient time to check for new software...

  • Page 13: Wired Lan Connection (Td-2120N/2130N Only)

    Getting Started When the screen for the online user Read the license agreement, and click registration appears, click [OK] or [Agree] if you agree with the terms and [Cancel]. conditions.  If you clicked [OK], you will go to the Click [Install] to start the installation, online user registration page before and then follow the on-screen...
  • Page 14 Chapter 1 Select the printer from the list, and then • Depending on your security settings, a click [Next]. Windows Security or antivirus software window may appear when the printer or its software is being used. Allow or permit the installer to continue.

  • Page 15: Registering Paper Size Information With The Printer

    Getting Started Registering Paper Size The P-touch Update Software starts up.  If an application appears under [File Information With the list], there is a new version of the Printer application. If the check box is selected and [Install] is clicked, that application can be installed.

  • Page 16: Uninstalling The Printer Driver

    Perform this procedure only if printing from click [OK].The [Print Server the TD-XXXX is no longer necessary or when Properties] window appears. re-installing the TD-XXXX printer driver. Click the [Drivers] tab, select [Brother TD-XXXX], and then click [Remove...]. ® Windows Select [Remove driver and driver If the printer is connected to the package], and then click [OK].
  • Page 17 (Power) button to turn it off. Click [Control Panel] in [Apps] screen - [Hardware and Sound] - [Devices and Printers]. Select [Brother TD-XXXX] and click [Remove device], or right-click the icon and click [Remove device]. If a User Account Control message appears, type in the password, and then click [Yes].

  • Page 18: Printing

    Printing Operation Panel The operation panel consists of the following buttons and indicators. 2 3 4 1 POWER indicator (Print) button (Power) button 5 STATUS indicator (Feed) button Indicators The indicators light and blink to indicate the printer’s status. Each indicator may light or blink in green, red or orange.

  • Page 19: Button Functions

    Printing Button Functions Operation (Power) button functions Turn the printer on While the printer is turned off, press the (Power) button. The POWER indicator turns on. Turn the printer off While the printer is turned on, press and hold the (Power) button until the POWER indicator turns off.
  • Page 20 Chapter 2 Functions using multiple Operation buttons Start up the printer in mass While holding down the (Print) button, press and hold the (Power) storage mode button to start up the printer in mass storage mode. For details, see Mass Storage Functions on page 48.

  • Page 21: Inserting The Rd Roll

    Roll compartment top cover. Use genuine Brother roll media.  For an RD Roll Genuine Brother fanfold media is not Insert the RD Roll so that the available at this time. labels feed with the side to be printed on facing up (1), as...
  • Page 22 Chapter 2 While lifting up the media guide Close the RD Roll compartment adjustment lever (1), push in top cover by pressing it in the both media guides (2) to fit the center. width of the paper. Press down until it snaps into place.

  • Page 23: Checking The Sensor Position

    Printing Feed the end of the fanfold Press the (Power) button to turn the paper under the media tip printer on. guides (1). NOTE If the paper size information for the die-cut labels being used has been registered with the printer, pressing the (Feed) button will position the label at the correct starting position.

  • Page 24: Cutting Roll Paper

    Chapter 2 Figure 1 Figure 3 NOTE The sensor is at this position immediately after the printer is purchased. Figure 2 1 Back of media 2 Black mark 3 0.16" (4 mm) or more 4 Centerline 5 Reflective/black mark sensor NOTE When using receipt paper with the maximum width of 2.4"...

  • Page 25: Printing The Printer Setup Information

    Printing Printing the Printer Setup Information You can use the (Print) button to print a report that lists the following printer settings:  Program version Printer usage history   Missing dot test pattern  List of transferred data  Communication settings NOTE •...
  • Page 26 Chapter 2 Printer Setup Information Printing Sample The printing sample is for illustrative purposes only.

  • Page 27: Connecting The Computer And Printer

    Printing Connecting the USB Cable Connection Computer and Printer Before connecting the printer to the computer, install the printer driver. The printer can be connected to your computer using any of the methods listed Before connecting the USB cable, make below.

  • Page 28: Printing Solutions

    The latest • By using the “Printer Setting Tool”, the versions can be downloaded from the Brother communication settings can be changed Solutions Center website and easily applied to multiple printers.

  • Page 29: Printing

    Computer and Printer on page 21. Insert the RD Roll. For details, see Inserting the RD Roll on page 15. Be sure to use genuine Brother roll media. If necessary, change the print settings using either the printer driver or the...

  • Page 30: Printer Driver Options

    Chapter 2 Printer Driver Options You can configure various settings in the printer driver’s dialog box, such as paper size, number of copies, print quality, etc. NOTE You can also use the “Printer Setting Tool” to configure more advanced settings. For details, see Printer Setting Tool on page 25.

  • Page 31: Printer Setting Tool

    ® ® Vista /Windows 7: From the Start computer. menu, click [All Programs] - [Brother] - NOTE [Label & Mobile Printer] - [Printer Setting Tool]. The “Printer Setting Tool” is installed at the same time as other software such as ®...
  • Page 32 Chapter 3 2 Communication settings Select the item for the settings to be (TD-2120N/2130N only) specified, and then specify or change the settings in the dialog box that Specify wired LAN, wireless LAN and Bluetooth communication settings. The appeared. wireless LAN and Bluetooth connections For details on the settings dialog boxes, can be used only if the corresponding see Communication Settings...

  • Page 33: Communication Settings (Td-2120N/2130N Only)

    Printer Setting Tool Communication 2 Items When [Current Status] is selected, the current Settings settings appear in the settings display/change area. (TD-2120N/2130N only) Select the item for the settings that you want to change. With [Communication settings] in the 3 Menu Bar “Printer Setting Tool”, the printer Select a command contained in each menu communication information can be specified...
  • Page 34 Chapter 3 10 Apply Click [Apply] to apply the settings to the printer. To save the specified settings in a command file, select [Save in Command File] from the drop-down menu. The saved command file can be used with the mass storage feature to apply the settings to a printer.

  • Page 35: Menu Bar

    Printer Setting Tool Menu Bar 1 Apply Settings to the Printer  The saved communication settings Applies the settings to the printer. commands are only intended to be used for applying settings to a 2 Save Settings in Command File printer.
  • Page 36 Chapter 3 5 Automatically restart the printer after NOTE applying new settings • Only personal security authentication settings If this check box is selected, the printer (open system, public key authentication and automatically restarts after communication WPA/WPA2-PSK) can be imported. Enterprise settings are applied.

  • Page 37: Wired Lan/Wireless Lan Tabs

    Printer Setting Tool Wired LAN/Wireless LAN 4 Primary DNS Server IP Address/Secondary DNS Server IP Address Tabs You can only enter settings when the DNS server is set to [STATIC]. TCP/IP (Wired) Wireless Settings 1 Communication Mode TCP/IP (Wireless) Select [Ad-hoc] or [Infrastructure]. 2 SSID (Network Name) Click the [Search] button to display the SSID selections in a separate dialog box.
  • Page 38 Chapter 3 7 User ID/Password Authentication Encryption Mode You can only specify settings when LEAP, Method EAP-FAST, EAP-TTLS or EAP-TLS is selected EAP-FAST/MS-CHAP TKIP as the authentication method. In addition, with EAP-TLS, it is not necessary to register a password, but a client certificate must be EAP-FAST/GTC TKIP registered.

  • Page 39: Bluetooth Tab

    Printer Setting Tool Bluetooth Tab Applying Setting Changes to Multiple Printers After applying settings to the first printer, disconnect the printer from the computer, and then connect the second printer to the computer. Select the newly connected printer from the [Printer] drop-down box. NOTE If the [Automatically detects the connected printer, and retrieves the...

  • Page 40: Device Settings

    Chapter 3 Device Settings Repeat steps a – c for all the printers whose settings you wish to change. With [Device settings] in the “Printer If the IP address is set to [STATIC], the Setting Tool”, default printer settings as well printer’s IP address will also be as settings for the touch panel display changed to the same address as the...

  • Page 41: Settings Tabs

    Printer Setting Tool Settings Tabs 3 Settings Tabs Click the tab containing the settings to be specified or changed. Basic Tab NOTE • If appears in the tab, the settings in that tab cannot be specified or changed. In addition, the settings in the tab will not be applied to the printer even if [Apply] is clicked.

  • Page 42: Advanced Tab

    Chapter 3 Advanced Tab 5 Command Mode Select the printer’s command format. Available settings: [Raster], [ESC/P], [P-touch Template] 6 Text Direction Select the printing orientation. Available settings: [Normal], [Inverted 180 Degrees] This setting is applied only if the printer driver is not used.
  • Page 43 Printer Setting Tool 4 Serialize Mode 2 Media Sensor (Transmissive/Gap) Select whether or not to serialize from the last The following transmissive/gap sensor number printed. parameters can be adjusted. Available settings: [Cont From Last], [From [Detection Sensitivity] Starting#] Adjust the precision of the sensor that detects the gaps (spacing) for die-cut labels.
  • Page 44 Chapter 3 Panel Settings (1) 1 Disable these settings Specify the settings when the touch panel When this check box is clicked, appears display (optional) is used (TD-2120N/2130N in the tab, and the settings can no longer be only). specified or changed. The settings in a tab where appears will not be applied to the printer even if [Apply] is...
  • Page 45 Printer Setting Tool 7 LCD Contrast Select the LCD display contrast. Available settings: -2–+2 8 Beeper Select whether the printer beeps when a touch panel key is pressed. Available settings: [On], [Off] 9 Disable Edit Select whether or not label layouts can be edited.

  • Page 46: Menu Bar

    Chapter 3 Menu Bar 1 Apply Settings to the Printer 5 Save Print Log in File Applies the settings to the printer. Saves the print log in a file in the CSV format. Performs the same operation as when the The following information is included in the [Apply] button is clicked.

  • Page 47: P-Touch Template Settings

    Printer Setting Tool P-touch Template 6 Print Information Report The following printer settings will be printed. Settings  Program version Printer usage history  P-touch Template mode provides functions  Missing dot test pattern for inserting data from a device, such as a ...

  • Page 48: P-Touch Template Settings Dialog Box

    7Dh 7Eh For the characters that are switched, see the P-touch Template Command Reference 1 Default Command Mode (which can be downloaded from the Brother In order to use P-touch Templates, select the Solutions Center website). [P-touch Template] mode. Available settings: [P-touch Template],...
  • Page 49 Printer Setting Tool 7 Command Prefix Character 15 Set Change the prefix character code. Set a single After the [Set] button (in the main dialog box or character code. the Communications Settings dialog box) is clicked, the settings are saved as an .ini file The prefix character is a code to identify when the dialog box is closed.

  • Page 50: Paper Size Setup

    Chapter 3 Paper Size Setup Do not register a paper size if the same paper size has already been registered. With [Paper Size Setup] in the “Printer It may cause an unintended result. Setting Tool”, paper sizes not available in If you wish to use paper of the same the [Paper Size] list of the printer driver can size as one that is currently registered,...
  • Page 51 Printer Setting Tool New Dialog Box 8 Option Click the b button, and then select an operation. Click [Register Paper Size With Printer] to register the settings for the selected paper format in printer. Click [Save in Command File] to export the paper settings as a command file.

  • Page 52: Dialog Box

    Chapter 3 Advanced Printing Adjustments 4 Media Sensor (Transmissive/Gap) Dialog Box Adjust the precision with which the transmissive/gap sensor detects the gaps (spacing) for die-cut labels and the amount of light emitted by the sensor. Settings can be specified when [Paper Types] is set to [Die-cut Label].

  • Page 53: Distributing Paper Formats

    [Export]. (For details, see Paper Size need to be distributed. Setup on page 44.) The following files are created. At the sender’s computer, specify the TD-2020: paper format settings, and then click bst202ed.txt, bst202ed.ptd, pdt3335.bin [Export]. (For details, see Paper Size TD-2120N: Setup on page 44.)

  • Page 54: Other Functions

    Other Functions Mass Storage Connect the computer or device to the printer with a USB cable. Functions The printer’s mass storage area is displayed on the screen of the computer or device. Mass Storage Feature NOTE The mass storage feature allows you to If the mass storage area is not displayed execute commands by sending data from a automatically, refer to the instructions for...

  • Page 55: Web Based (Web Browser) Management (Td-2120N/2130N Only)

    Other Functions Web Based (Web  When the printer is turned off, mass Browser) Management storage mode is deactivated and any files in the mass storage area (TD-2120N/2130N only) are deleted.  This feature supports .bin and .blf This printer is equipped with a web server that files.

  • Page 56: Software Development Kit

    Chapter 4 Software Development A software development kit (SDK) is available. Visit the Brother Developer Center (http://www.brother.com/product/dev/index.h tm). The b-PAC SDK and the SDKs for mobile devices (Windows Mobile, Android, iPhone and iPad) can be downloaded. (The SDKs that can be downloaded are subject to...

  • Page 57: Maintaining The Printer

    Maintaining the Printer Platen Roller Maintenance of the printer may be carried out as required. However, some environments Maintenance require that maintenance must be done more frequently (for example, in dusty conditions). If dirt or dust is not removed, the printed Use a piece of cellophane tape to remove dirt labels may contain white streaks, or media from the platen roller (1).

  • Page 58: Media Exit Maintenance

    Chapter 5 Media Exit Label Peeler (Optional) Maintenance Maintenance (TD-2120N/2130N only) If adhesive accumulates at the media exit (1) and media becomes jammed, disconnect the If adhesive accumulates at the media exit (1), printer from the AC power outlet, and then peeler separator (2) or peeler sensor (3) and clean the media exit with a cloth slightly media becomes jammed, disconnect the...

  • Page 59: Indicators

    Indicators Indicators The indicators light and blink to indicate the printer’s status. The following symbols are used in this section to show the different indicator colors and patterns. For details on error causes and solutions, see Troubleshooting on page 55. Indicator is lit in the color shown Indicator is blinking in the color shown Indicator blinks 1 or 3 times in the color shown,...
  • Page 60 Chapter 6 POWER STATUS Description Now resetting (3 times) (3 times) In mass storage mode Processing file in mass storage mode (1 time)  Wireless LAN on and connected* (when using the optional WLAN interface) Bluetooth on*  (when using the optional Bluetooth interface) ...

  • Page 61: Troubleshooting

    Is the AC power cord inserted correctly? Check that the AC power cord is inserted correctly. If it is, try plugging it into another AC power outlet.  Be sure to use a genuine Brother AC adapter.  Is the rechargeable Li-ion battery (optional) installed correctly? If the rechargeable Li-ion battery (optional) is being used, check that it is installed correctly.
  • Page 62 The indicators show that a system error If this condition occurs, turn off the printer, and then contact has occurred. your reseller or Brother Customer Service. The printer does not print.  Is a cable loose? Check that the cables are connected securely.
  • Page 63 Troubleshooting Problem Solution Media is not fed correctly.  Is the print head or platen roller dirty? Although the print head generally remains clean under normal use, dust or dirt from the platen roller may become stuck to the print head. If this occurs, clean the print head or platen roller.
  • Page 64 Chapter 7 Problem Solution Media is jammed.  Is there dust or dirt on the print head or platen roller preventing it from turning freely? Media is not ejected correctly after For details, see Print Head Maintenance or Platen Roller printing.
  • Page 65 Troubleshooting Problem Solution Printed barcodes cannot be read. ® Windows (continued) To display the [Quality] options, open the printer properties by clicking [Start] - [Control Panel] - [Printers and Other Hardware] - [Printers and Faxes], right-clicking the printer whose settings are to be changed, then clicking [Printing Preferences].
  • Page 66 Chapter 7 Problem Solution Even though data is being sent to the Make sure that the USB cable is connected firmly and correctly. printer, the POWER indicator is not Try using another USB cable. blinking in green. If a connection is being made using the WLAN interface (optional) or Bluetooth interface (optional), check that the slide switch for each unit has been turned on.
  • Page 67 If the STATUS indicator was blinking in red, perform the following procedures to clear the error. Press the (Power) button once. If the error is still not cleared, turn the printer off, then on again. If the error appears, even after performing the procedures described above, contact Brother Customer Service. Problem Solution The STATUS indicator is blinking.
  • Page 68 In these cases, turn off the printer, and then turn it on again. If the error still occurs, contact Brother Customer Service. The indicators show that error 2 has Has a device been connected that is not supported by the ...

  • Page 69: Error Messages For Touch Panel Display (Optional)

    Press any key in the touch panel once.If the error is still not cleared, turn the printer off, then on again. If the error message is still displayed, even after performing the procedures described above, contact Brother Customer Service. Error message Solution ...
  • Page 70 Turn off the printer. Recharge Battery! Does the rechargeable battery have a low charge? (when using the optional rechargeable Li-ion battery). Use the AC adapter. If the error message is displayed, contact Brother Customer Service. System Error! 01 System Error! 02...

  • Page 71: Specifications

    203 dpi 203 dpi 300 dpi Print Speed Maximum 6 ips (152.4 mm/sec) (Depends on the media used.) (Under Brother standard environment) Maximum Print Width Maximum 2.205" (56 mm) Maximum Print Length Maximum 39.37" (1 m) Minimum Print Length 0.24" (6 mm)
  • Page 72 Chapter 8 Model Name TD-2020 TD-2120N TD-2130N  Operating Environment Operating System ® ® ® ® Microsoft Windows Microsoft Windows XP/Windows XP /Windows ® ® ® ® Vista /Windows 7/Windows 8, Microsoft ® ® Vista /Windows ® Windows Server 2003/2008/2008 R2/2012 ®...
  • Page 73 Specifications In order to achieve optimum print results, we recommend using Brother thermal paper (RD Rolls). Model Name TD-2020 TD-2120N TD-2130N  Media Specifications Media Sensors Gap (Transmissive), Black Mark (Reflective) Media type Receipt Die cut label Wristband Media Width 0.75"...

  • Page 74: Using The Rj25 To Db9M Serial Adapter (Optional:pa-Sca-001)

    [P-touch Template settings] in the “Printer Setting Tool” - [Communication settings]. For details, see the P-touch Template Command Reference. The latest versions can be downloaded from the Brother Solutions Center website. http://solutions.brother.com/ Select the product, and then select [Manuals].

  • Page 75: Using The Touch Panel Display (Optional:pa-Tdu-001)

    Using the Touch Panel Display (Optional:PA-TDU-001) (TD-2120N/2130N only) The (optional) touch panel display (TDU) is a touch panel operating unit designed to attach to the printer. Since touch panel keys can be Lift up the LCD, and then adjust it to an angle pressed to perform operations, labels can be so that the screens are visible.

  • Page 76: Touch Panel

    Chapter 10 Touch Panel 4 Battery level display When the rechargeable Li-ion battery (optional) is being used, the remaining charge There are two touch panels: the basic control is indicated. panel (A) and the one-touch panel (B). Either If you continue to use the printer while the can be selected for use.

  • Page 77: Information About Replacing The Touch Panel

    Using the Touch Panel Display (Optional:PA-TDU-001) (TD-2120N/2130N only) Information About Replacing (settings key) Specify settings for the various parameters. the Touch Panel 2 Esc (escape key) Returns to the previous operation. Holding The TDU panel cover is attached with down this key for at least 1 second returns to four tabs.
  • Page 78 Chapter 10 Remove the TDU panel cover, and place the touch panel (1) to be used, then the clear protective sheet (2) on the touch panel holder (3). Since foreign material, such as dust, caught between the touch panel, protective sheet and touch panel holder may cause a malfunction.

  • Page 79: Printing With The Touch Panel Display

    Using the Touch Panel Display (Optional:PA-TDU-001) (TD-2120N/2130N only) Printing With the 4. Print the label. Touch Panel Display Use the touch panel of the touch panel display to print the label. (page 85) Follow the procedure below to print by using the touch panel display.

  • Page 80: Touch Panel Display Settings

    Chapter 10 Touch Panel Display Settings The settings for the touch panel display can be specified either by using the touch panel, or by using a tool on a computer connected to the printer. For details on connecting a computer and specifying settings, see Device Settings on page 34.
  • Page 81 Using the Touch Panel Display (Optional:PA-TDU-001) (TD-2120N/2130N only) Parameter Settings Description Select the type of data assigned Setup Keys Template/ to keys on the one-touch panel. Function Database (admin To assign templates, select key) [Template]. To assign databases linked to a single template, select [Database].

  • Page 82: Setting The Administrator Password

    Chapter 10 • If you want to reset the settings, use [Device settings] in the “Printer Setting Tool” to return all settings to their factory defaults. For details, see Device Settings on page 34. Setting the Time and Date Adjust the clock to the current time and date. This time and date is displayed in the main screen. Press [ ] (admin key).
  • Page 83 Using the Touch Panel Display (Optional:PA-TDU-001) (TD-2120N/2130N only) • To cancel the password settings, press [ ] (admin key), type in the password to display the parameters, and then set [Admin Password] to [Off]. • If you do not remember the password, use [Device settings] in the “Printer Setting Tool” to return all settings to their factory defaults or specify the password again and apply it.

  • Page 84: Creating A Label Layout

    ® ® Vista /Windows From the Start menu, click [All Click [Text] (1), and then specify the font Programs] - [Brother P-touch] - and style (2). [P-touch Editor 5.0]. ® For Windows Click [P-touch Editor 5.0] in the [Start] or [Apps] screen, or double-click [P-touch Editor 5.0] on the desktop.
  • Page 85 Using the Touch Panel Display (Optional:PA-TDU-001) (TD-2120N/2130N only) Setting the Text and Order for Clicking displays the cursor so Displaying on the LCD text can be typed in. Using P-touch Editor 5.0, the text displayed on the LCD and its display order can be set. In P-touch Editor 5.0, open the label layout to be edited.

  • Page 86: Linking A Database To A Template

    Chapter 10 Linking a Database to a Inserting the Date and Time in a Label Template In P-touch Editor 5.0, open the label layout to be edited.  Label sample On the menu bar, click [Insert] - [Date/Time] to display the [Date and Time Properties] dialog box.
  • Page 87 Using the Touch Panel Display (Optional:PA-TDU-001) (TD-2120N/2130N only) On the menu bar, click [File] - The template and database will link, and [Database] - [Connect] to display the the main window appears. Click the [Open Database] dialog box. Select database row to be checked in order to [Connect Database File], click display the label with the text replaced.

  • Page 88: Transferring The Label Layout To The Printer

    • For Windows XP/Windows ® ® Vista /Windows From the Start menu, click [All Programs] - [Brother P-touch] - [P-touch Tools] - [P-touch Transfer Manager 2.1]. P-touch Transfer Manager starts up. ® • For Windows Click [P-touch Transfer Manager 2.1] in the [Start] or [Apps] screen.

  • Page 89: Selecting The Touch Panel

    Using the Touch Panel Display (Optional:PA-TDU-001) (TD-2120N/2130N only) The data registered with keys 1 to 28 (1) • There are various methods for transferring of the one-touch panel is determined by multiple templates together to the printer, the key number. depending on whether the printer driver is installed.

  • Page 90: Selecting The Data Assigned To Keys On The One-Touch Panel

    Chapter 10 Selecting the Data Assigned  If [Template] was set, starting with template number 1, templates are to Keys on the One-Touch registered with the one-touch key of the Panel same number. The type of data assigned to one-touch keys when the one-touch panel is used with the touch panel display can be specified.

  • Page 91: Creating A One-Touch Panel

    (width) (132.4 mm (length)  92.3 mm (width))  A panel format can be downloaded from the following website. http://solutions.brother.com Press [a] or [b] to select the number of [Select your region/country] - Choose the template to be printed, or press the your product - [Downloads]...
  • Page 92 Chapter 10 If a database is linked: Press [a] or [b] to select the number of Use the basic control panel to edit data. the database record to be printed, or press the number keys to type in the In the main screen, select the template number, and then press [OK].

  • Page 93: Printing Using The One-Touch Panel

    Using the Touch Panel Display (Optional:PA-TDU-001) (TD-2120N/2130N only) Press [OK] to apply the edited text, and Press the one-touch key for the label to then press the (Print) button. A be printed. The label details appear in message to confirm the number of the screen.

  • Page 94: Printing Using A Barcode Reader

    Chapter 10 Printing Using a Barcode If a Template With a Linked Database Is Registered with a One-Touch Key Reader If you register a template with a linked database to a one-touch key, the displayed Using P-touch Template functions, you can contents are for the database record scan barcodes to display a template corresponding to the number of times that...

  • Page 95: Label Layouts On The Printer (Checking, Deleting And Log)

    Using the Touch Panel Display (Optional:PA-TDU-001) (TD-2120N/2130N only) Label Layouts on the Replacing the Printer (Checking, Time/Date Battery Deleting and Log) A time/date battery is provided in order to maintain the settings for the internal clock. With the following procedures, label layouts The battery will be consumed even if the on the printer can be checked or deleted, or printer is not used for a long period of time.
  • Page 96 Chapter 10 Press and hold the (Power) button to Return the time/date battery cover to its turn the printer off, and then disconnect original position, and then use a coin or the printer from the AC power outlet. If similar object to slowly turn the the rechargeable Li-ion battery time/date battery cover in the opposite (optional) is installed, remove the...

  • Page 97: Frequently Asked Questions

    2 For Windows XP/Windows ® ® Vista /Windows From the Start menu, click [All Programs] - [Brother P-touch] - [P-touch Tools] - [P-touch Transfer Manager 2.1]. ® For Windows Click [P-touch Transfer Manager 2.1] in the [Start] or [Apps] screen.

  • Page 98: Product Specifications

    Chapter 10 Product Specifications Size: Approximately 4.37" (W)  6.70" (D)  3.07" (H) (111 mm (W)  170 mm (D)  78 mm (H)) Weight: 0.76 lb (0.342 kg)

  • Page 99: Using The Wlan Interface (Optional:pa-Wi-001) (Td-2120N/2130N Only)

    Using the WLAN Interface (Optional:PA-WI-001) (TD-2120N/2130N only) Installing the Printer Required Devices and Network Configuration Driver and Software This section provides a description of the procedure for making a connection in the The printer driver and software can be following network configuration installed using any of the following three (infrastructure mode).

  • Page 100: Choosing Your Wireless Installation Method

    Chapter 11 Choosing Your  If you have previously configured Wireless Installation the printer’s wireless settings, you must reset the network settings Method before you can configure the wireless settings again. There are two methods for specifying 1 Press and hold the (Power) wireless LAN settings.
  • Page 101 (or its settings). Network key* Consult with your network (security administrator. key/encryption key) Please do not contact Brother Customer Service for assistance on *The network key may also be security settings. described as the password, security key or encryption key.
  • Page 102 Chapter 11 When the screen for selecting the Make sure that the network cable is not connection method appears, select connected to the printer, and then turn [Wireless Network Connection], and on the printer. then click [Next]. Follow the on-screen instructions to check that the printer is in wireless LAN mode.
  • Page 103 Using the WLAN Interface (Optional:PA-WI-001) (TD-2120N/2130N only) Directly connect the computer and the NOTE printer with a USB cable. • If the list is empty, check that the access point is turned on and is broadcasting the SSID, and then check if the printer and the access point are within range for wireless communication.
  • Page 104 Chapter 11 Confirm the wireless network settings, Installation of the printer driver and and then click [Next]. The settings will software begins. be sent to your printer. NOTE • If wireless setup failed, the [Wireless Device Setup Wizard] screen appears. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the wireless configuration.

  • Page 105: One-Push Configuration Using Wps

    Using the WLAN Interface (Optional:PA-WI-001) (TD-2120N/2130N only) The P-touch Update Software starts up. NOTE  If an application appears under [File ® ® • For Windows Vista /Windows list], there is a new version of the ® 7/Windows 8 users: application.
  • Page 106 Chapter 11 Use the slider to enable the WLAN When the following screen appears, interface. select [Wireless Network Connection], and then click [Next]. Make sure that the network cable is not connected to the printer, and then turn on the printer. Hold down (at least 5 seconds) the (Feed) button until the STATUS indicator blinks in green.
  • Page 107 Using the WLAN Interface (Optional:PA-WI-001) (TD-2120N/2130N only) Select the printer from the list, and then NOTE click [Next]. If you click [No] here, you can run the P-touch Update Software at a more convenient time to check for new software versions and update them.

  • Page 108: Connecting The Computer And Printer By Wireless Lan

    Chapter 11 Connecting the When the screen for the online user registration appears, click [OK] or Computer and Printer [Cancel]. by Wireless LAN  If you clicked [OK], you will go to the online user registration page before finishing the installation (recommended).

  • Page 109: Product Specifications

    Using the WLAN Interface (Optional:PA-WI-001) (TD-2120N/2130N only) Product Specifications Size: Approximately 4.34" (W)  3.35" (D)  1.03" (H) (110 mm (W)  85 mm (D)  26 mm (H)) Weight: 0.11 lb (0.050 kg)

  • Page 110: Using The Bluetooth Interface (Optional:pa-Bi-001) (Td-2120N/2130N Only)

    Using the Bluetooth Interface (Optional:PA-BI-001) (TD-2120N/2130N only) Connecting the Check that the STATUS indicator is lights in green. The printer has entered Computer and Printer Bluetooth mode. If the STATUS indicator turns off, the by Bluetooth printer has failed to enter the Bluetooth mode.

  • Page 111: Using Bluetooth To Communicate When Printing

    Using the Bluetooth Interface (Optional:PA-BI-001) (TD-2120N/2130N only) Product Specifications Using Bluetooth to Communicate When Printing Size: Approximately 4.34" (W)  3.19" (D)  1.03" (H) (110 mm (W)  81 mm (D)  26 mm This printer will not be able to print using (H)) Bluetooth immediately after it has been enabled.

  • Page 112: Using The Label Peeler (Optional:pa-Lp-001) (Td-2120N/2130N Only)

    Open the media guides by lifting up the printing: media guide adjustment lever (1) and pulling the media guides outwards.  Be sure to use genuine Brother roll media.  Be sure to use die-cut labels. Do not use any other labels.
  • Page 113 Using the Label Peeler (Optional:PA-LP-001) (TD-2120N/2130N only) Insert the RD Roll so that the labels feed While lifting up the media guide with the side to be printed on facing up adjustment lever (1), push in both media (1), as shown. guides (2) to fit the width of the paper.
  • Page 114 Chapter 13 Hold the liner exit of the label peeler and Close the peeler door. open the peeler door. Close it so that it snaps into place. Close the RD Roll compartment top Peel the backing paper from the label and feed it through the liner exit.

  • Page 115: Printer Driver Settings

    Using the Label Peeler (Optional:PA-LP-001) (TD-2120N/2130N only) Printer Driver Settings In order to remove any slack in the roll, lightly pull on the paper fed out of the liner exit until no more can be pulled out. Display the printer’s [Printing Preferences] dialog box.

  • Page 116: After Printing

    Chapter 13 Product Specifications Select the [Use Peeler function] check box on the [Basic] tab. Size: 4.26" (W)  5.12" (D)  1.11" (H) (108 mm (W)  130 mm (D)  28 mm (H)) Weight: 0.14 lb (0.062 kg) Click [OK] to close the dialog box.

  • Page 117: Using The Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery/Battery Base (Optional:pa-Bt-4000Li/Pa-Bb-001) (Td-2120N/2130N Only)

    Using the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery/Battery Base (Optional:PA-BT-4000LI/PA-BB- 001) (TD-2120N/2130N only) This printer can use either the AC adapter Pull up the cover in the same direction (included) or the rechargeable Li-ion battery that the cover latch was pressed, and (optional). Use the power supply appropriate then remove the cover.

  • Page 118: Charging The Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery

    Li-ion battery. • You can print about 656.2 ft (200 m) using a new, fully charged battery. (Tested at 73.4 F (23 C) using Brother’s print test data (2.25" (57 mm), 9 % coverage) when connected by USB.) • Before using the rechargeable Li-ion battery, use the following procedure to charge it.

  • Page 119: Tips On Using The Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery

    Using the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery/Battery Base (Optional:PA-BT-4000LI/PA-BB-001) Tips on Using the Use the AC adapter and AC power cord to connect the printer to an AC power Rechargeable Li-ion outlet. Battery  Charge the rechargeable Li-ion battery as soon as possible after it is purchased. Since the battery is sold with the minimum charge necessary, the initial charge may have been depleted.

  • Page 120: Battery Level Of The Rechargeable Battery

    Using the printer while the rechargeable Li-ion battery is installed and being charged may accelerate the battery’s Tested at 73.4 F (23 C) using Brother’s  deterioration. When using the printer with print test data 2.25" (57 mm)  656.2 ft...

  • Page 121: Battery Indicator

    Performance: Approximately 656.2 ft (200 seconds) m)can be printed if a new, fully charged battery is used. Rechargeable battery power (Tested at 73.4 F (23 C) using Brother’s (Twice every 4 (Battery level: Low charge) print test data (2.25" (57 mm), 9% coverage) seconds) when connected by USB.)

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