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Supplies
Can I use my existing TLS 2200® and/or HandiMark label parts in my printer?
TLS 2200 and HandiMark tapes and labels, including bulk rolls can be used in your BMP71 printer with the yellow adaptor that shipped with
your printer (more are available for purchase); please refer to the Quick Start Guide for instructions on use. Not all hassle-free functions are
available when using these supplies (for example, it won't display the part number, color or the amount of supply remaining on the screen).
TLS 2200 and HandiMark ribbons cannot be used in BMP71 printer.
Can I use my existing TLS 2200® and/or HandiMark ribbons in my printer?
No – please refer to the comments above.
How do I use bulk parts with my printer?
Bulk parts have been redesigned to work in either the TLS 2200 or BMP71 printing systems. Each bulk box contains the proper core for use in
the appropriate printer – make sure you use the correct core for the given printer. Please be sure to discard the core when the box of labels is
done and use a new core that is supplied with the new box of labels.
Can I get custom parts for my printer?
Call Brady if needed.
How do the prices of the labels compare to TLS 2200® and HandiMark® consumables?
Printed label prices are exactly the same.
Printing
What is the print speed on my printer?
BMP™71 labeler prints at 1.5 inches per second – whether on battery power or AC.
How do I stop printing?
The easiest way to stop printing is to open the cover door. When the door is closed, you will be instructed to either resume your print job or
cancel.
What happens when printing is interrupted because it ran out of labels or ribbon?
Instructions will display on the screen telling you what needs to be replaced. Printing can be resumed after the new supply is installed.
Can I use my printer connected to my PC using label application software?
BMP71 printer works with MarkWare™ V3.7 software and higher and LabelMark™ 4.0 software and higher. With LabelMark™ 5.1 software
(coming soon) you will be able to transfer files from LabelMark™ software and have them reside on your BMP71 printer.
Will other non Brady applications be able to print to the BMP™71 label printer?
Yes so long as the page size is set up appropriately.
Can the BMP71 printer handle any kind of printer control language to program it for stand alone print applications?
Not at this time.
Will BMP71 printer have bi-directional communication?
Yes - with MarkWare™ software and with the new LabelMark™ 5.1 software
What operating systems does the BMP71 printer support?
Windows®2000, Windows® XP, Windows® 2003 (server), Windows® Vista,
Printer Maintenance
How many cuts can I make with my printer before it needs to be replaced?
This depends on what you cut. Cutting through paper liner vs. different continuous tapes will affect the life of the cutting blades, however, the
cutting blades will survive thousands of cuts before they need to be replaced.
How often do I have to clean my printer?
This will depend on how often your use your printer, where you use your printer and where you store your printer. To keep your printer in top
operating form, please refer to the User's Guide for complete details on cleaning and maintaining your BMP71 printer.
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