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  • Page 1 User's Guide TD-4410D TD-4420DN TD-4520DN © 2019 Brother Industries, Ltd. All rights reserved.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Home > Table of Contents Table of Contents Before You Use Your Brother Machine ....................1 Definitions of Notes ............................2 General Precautions ............................3 Trademarks and Licenses ..........................4 Open Source Licensing Remarks ........................5 Important Note ............................... 6 Set Up Your Printer ..........................
  • Page 3 Auto Media Configuration........................... 116 Auto Media Configuration Overview....................117 Use the Auto Media Configuration Function..................118 Options............................... 119 Clean Other Printer Components ..................... 120 Change the Label Peeler Options ....................123 Change the Cutting Options ......................124 Brother Numbers............................125...

  • Page 4: Before You Use Your Brother Machine

    Home > Before You Use Your Brother Machine Before You Use Your Brother Machine • Definitions of Notes • General Precautions • Trademarks and Licenses • Open Source Licensing Remarks • Important Note...

  • Page 5: Definitions Of Notes

    Home > Before You Use Your Brother Machine > Definitions of Notes Definitions of Notes We use the following symbols and conventions throughout this User's Guide: WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could WARNING result in death or serious injuries.

  • Page 6: General Precautions

    > General Precautions General Precautions RD Rolls • Use Brother accessories and supplies (indicated by the mark). • If the label is affixed to a wet, dirty, or oily surface, it may peel off easily. Before affixing the label, clean the surface to which the label is affixed.

  • Page 7: Trademarks And Licenses

    Portions of this software are copyright © 2014 The FreeType Project (www.freetype.org). All rights reserved. Any trade names and product names of companies appearing on Brother products, related documents and any other materials are all trademarks or registered trademarks of those respective companies.

  • Page 8: Open Source Licensing Remarks

    Before You Use Your Brother Machine > Open Source Licensing Remarks Open Source Licensing Remarks This product includes open source software. To see the Open Source Licensing Remarks, go to your model's Manuals page on the Brother support website at support.brother.com. Related Information •...

  • Page 9: Important Note

    The contents of this document and the specifications of this product are subject to change without notice. • Brother reserves the right to make changes without notice in the specifications and materials contained herein and shall not be responsible for any damages (including consequential) caused by reliance on the materials presented, including but not limited to typographical and other errors relating to the publications.

  • Page 10: Set Up Your Printer

    Home > Set Up Your Printer Set Up Your Printer • Parts Description • Load the RD Roll • Check the Sensor Position • Connect the Power Cord • Turn Power On/Off...

  • Page 11: Parts Description

    Home > Set Up Your Printer > Parts Description Parts Description Front 1. Label Output Slot 2. Roll Compartment Cover 3. Tear Bar 4. Status LED 5. Roll LED (Function) Button (Feed) Button (Power) Button 9. Power LED To pause printing, press any button. Press the button again to resume printing. Printing can be paused only after each full page has been printed and cannot be paused on the final page or between pages.
  • Page 12 2. Serial Port 3. (TD-4420DN/TD-4520DN) LAN Port 4. USB Port Related Information • Set Up Your Printer...

  • Page 13: Load The Rd Roll

    Home > Set Up Your Printer > Load the RD Roll Load the RD Roll 1. Press and hold to turn the printer off. 2. Pull up the release levers on both sides of the printer to unlock the Roll Compartment Cover. 3.
  • Page 14 Rotate the adjuster dial towards you to lock the Roll Guides into place. 5. Insert the roll so that the label print side is facing up, as shown in the illustration. • For fanfold paper Insert the fanfold paper as shown in the illustration. a.
  • Page 15 7. Close the Roll Compartment Cover until it locks into place. CAUTION Be careful when closing the Roll Compartment Cover. There is a risk of injury if your finger gets pinched between the upper and lower parts of the cover. IMPORTANT •...

  • Page 16: Check The Sensor Position

    Home > Set Up Your Printer > Check the Sensor Position Check the Sensor Position When using RD or other types of rolls, you must check the sensor position based on the type of paper you are using. You can use other types of rolls in addition to the RD Rolls. >>...
  • Page 17 1. Back of media 2. Black mark 3. 4 mm or more Make sure there is at least 4 mm on the left and right of the centre of the black mark. 4. Centre of the black mark 5. Reflective/black mark sensor When using media with the maximum width of 118 mm, make a black mark at least 12 mm long in from either the left or right edge of the paper so that the reflective/black mark sensor can detect the black mark.
  • Page 18 Related Information • Set Up Your Printer Related Topics: • Auto Media Configuration...

  • Page 19: Connect The Power Cord

    Home > Set Up Your Printer > Connect the Power Cord Connect the Power Cord 1. Connect the AC Adapter to the printer. 2. Connect the AC Power Cord to the AC Adapter. 3. Plug the AC Power Cord into an earthed electrical socket. Related Information •...

  • Page 20: Turn Power On/Off

    Home > Set Up Your Printer > Turn Power On/Off Turn Power On/Off • To turn the printer on, press Press to align the end of the roll. The Power LED turns green. • To turn the printer off, press and hold until the Power LED turns off.

  • Page 21: Install Software

    Home > Install Software Install Software • Install Printer Drivers and Software on a Computer • Connect the Printer to a Computer...

  • Page 22: Install Printer Drivers And Software On A Computer

    2. Double-click the downloaded installer, and follow the on-screen instructions to proceed with the installation. 3. Close the dialog box when the installation is complete. (TD-4420DN/TD-4520DN) To use the printer with a different connection method than the one selected during installation, use the installer again to reinstall the software and printer drivers, and select the new connection method.

  • Page 23: Available Applications

    BRAdmin Light Finds the printer on your network and allows you to configure basic settings from your computer. (TD-4420DN/ TD-4520DN) BRAdmin Finds the printer on your network and allows you to configure advanced settings and updates Professional from your computer.

  • Page 24: Connect The Printer To A Computer

    Home > Install Software > Connect the Printer to a Computer Connect the Printer to a Computer • Connect the Printer to a Computer Using a USB Cable • Connect the Printer to a Computer Using a Wired LAN...

  • Page 25: Connect The Printer To A Computer Using A Usb Cable

    Home > Install Software > Connect the Printer to a Computer > Connect the Printer to a Computer Using a USB Cable Connect the Printer to a Computer Using a USB Cable 1. Make sure the printer is turned off before connecting the USB cable. 2.

  • Page 26: Connect The Printer To A Computer Using A Wired Lan

    Wired LAN Connect the Printer to a Computer Using a Wired LAN Related Models: TD-4420DN/TD-4520DN To use a static IP address to connect your printer with a wired LAN connection, install the printer drivers and Printer Setting Tool, and then specify the wired LAN connection settings.

  • Page 27: Create Labels And Print Using Computer

    Home > Create Labels and Print Using Computer Create Labels and Print Using Computer • Create Labels Using P-touch Editor (Windows) • Print Labels Using P-touch Editor (Windows) • Create Labels and Print without Installing Software and Drivers • Print Labels Distributed to Multiple Printers to Reduce Printing Time (Windows) •...

  • Page 28: Create Labels Using P-Touch Editor (Windows)

    Create Labels Using P-touch Editor (Windows) To use your printer with your computer, install P-touch Editor and the printer driver. For the latest drivers and software, go to your model's Downloads page on the Brother support website at support.brother.com. 1. Start the P-touch Editor •...

  • Page 29: Main Window Of P-Touch Editor Express Mode (Windows)

    Home > Create Labels and Print Using Computer > Create Labels Using P-touch Editor (Windows) > Main Window of P-touch Editor Express Mode (Windows) Main Window of P-touch Editor Express Mode (Windows) Express mode allows you to quickly create layouts including text and images. 1.

  • Page 30: Main Window Of P-Touch Editor Professional Mode (Windows)

    Home > Create Labels and Print Using Computer > Create Labels Using P-touch Editor (Windows) > Main Window of P-touch Editor Professional Mode (Windows) Main Window of P-touch Editor Professional Mode (Windows) Professional mode allows you to create layouts using a wide-range of advanced tools and options. 1.

  • Page 31: Main Window Of P-Touch Editor Snap Mode (Windows)

    Home > Create Labels and Print Using Computer > Create Labels Using P-touch Editor (Windows) > Main Window of P-touch Editor Snap Mode (Windows) Main Window of P-touch Editor Snap Mode (Windows) Snap mode allows you to capture all or a portion of your computer screen display and print it as an image. Related Information •...

  • Page 32: Print Labels Using P-Touch Editor (Windows)

    Home > Create Labels and Print Using Computer > Print Labels Using P-touch Editor (Windows) Print Labels Using P-touch Editor (Windows) >> Express Mode >> Professional Mode >> Snap Mode Express Mode Configure the settings in the Print screen before printing. •...

  • Page 33: Create Labels And Print Without Installing Software And Drivers

    Home > Create Labels and Print Using Computer > Create Labels and Print without Installing Software and Drivers Create Labels and Print without Installing Software and Drivers • Print Using USB Interface (Mass Storage Mode) • Print Image Data without Using the Printer Driver...

  • Page 34: Print Using Usb Interface (Mass Storage Mode)

    Home > Create Labels and Print Using Computer > Create Labels and Print without Installing Software and Drivers > Print Using USB Interface (Mass Storage Mode) Print Using USB Interface (Mass Storage Mode) The mass storage feature allows you to send a file to the printer using the USB interface, without installing a printer driver.

  • Page 35: Print Image Data Without Using The Printer Driver

    The maximum resolution is as follows: TD-4410D/TD-4420DN Height × Width = 24000 × 832 dots TD-4520DN Height × Width = 36000 × 1280 dots If these limits are exceeded, the data received by the printer is discarded and not printed.

  • Page 36: Print Labels Distributed To Multiple Printers To Reduce Printing Time (Windows)

    • (TD-4420DN/TD-4520DN) Depending on whether a router is used and the security features in use, such as a firewall, it may not be possible to use this function.
  • Page 37 (TD-4420DN/TD-4520DN) If multiple printers are connected, you can find the printer you want using its port name. The xxxxxxxxxxxx in BRNxxxxxxxxxxxx in the port name indicates the MAC address/Ethernet address of the printer. The MAC address/Ethernet address can be checked by printing the printer setup information.

  • Page 38: Print Barcode Labels Using Crop Print (Windows)

    Clear, black-and-white barcodes are recommended. Some labels may not print correctly or may differ from the original data if the conditions are not optimal. For more information, visit the Brother support website at support.brother.com. Related Information • Create Labels and Print Using Computer •...

  • Page 39: Barcodes Compatible With Crop Print (Windows)

    Create Labels and Print Using Computer > Print Barcode Labels Using Crop Print (Windows) > Barcodes Compatible with Crop Print (Windows) Barcodes Compatible with Crop Print (Windows) Related Models: TD-4520DN Barcode Specification Property Specification Vertical width 5 mm (minimum) Horizontal width The narrowest bar: 0.5 mm (minimum)

  • Page 40: Barcode Document Compatible With Crop Print (Windows)

    > Barcode Document Compatible with Crop Print (Windows) Barcode Document Compatible with Crop Print (Windows) Related Models: TD-4520DN To use the Crop Print function, create a barcode document and save it as a PDF file. Make sure the final barcode PDF meets the following requirements:...
  • Page 41 Correct Barcode Layout Related Information • Print Barcode Labels Using Crop Print (Windows)

  • Page 42: Print Barcode Labels Using Crop Print (Windows)

    > Print Barcode Labels Using Crop Print (Windows) Print Barcode Labels Using Crop Print (Windows) Related Models: TD-4520DN Make sure your printer is connected to a computer or mobile device via a USB cable or network connection. 1. Open the barcode document PDF file you want to print.
  • Page 43 Select the closest label size to match the original size of the crop data. We recommend testing a sample before printing a large number of labels. 11. Click OK. 12. Print from the application's print screen. • Do not enlarge or reduce the size of the barcode sheet. The barcodes may not be identified correctly. •...

  • Page 44: Print Labels Using The Printer Driver (Windows)

    Home > Create Labels and Print Using Computer > Print Labels Using the Printer Driver (Windows) Print Labels Using the Printer Driver (Windows) 1. Connect the printer to a computer. 2. Open the document you want to print. 3. Select the print command in your application. 4.

  • Page 45: Print Labels Using Mobile Devices

    Home > Print Labels Using Mobile Devices Print Labels Using Mobile Devices • Install Mobile Apps...

  • Page 46: Install Mobile Apps

    You can use your printer as a standalone printer or connect it to a mobile device. To create and print labels directly from your mobile device, install the Brother mobile applications, and then connect your printer to your mobile device via a USB cable. The cable is sold separately.

  • Page 47: Transfer Templates To The Printer (P-Touch Transfer Manager) (Windows)

    Home > Transfer Templates to the Printer (P-touch Transfer Manager) (Windows) Transfer Templates to the Printer (P-touch Transfer Manager) (Windows) • Transfer Templates to the Printer Using P-touch Transfer Manager (Windows) • Distribute Templates to be Transferred to Users Without Using P-touch Transfer Manager (Windows)

  • Page 48: Transfer Templates To The Printer Using P-Touch Transfer Manager (Windows)

    Home > Transfer Templates to the Printer (P-touch Transfer Manager) (Windows) > Transfer Templates to the Printer Using P-touch Transfer Manager (Windows) Transfer Templates to the Printer Using P-touch Transfer Manager (Windows) • Notes on Using P-touch Transfer Manager (Windows) •...

  • Page 49: Notes On Using P-Touch Transfer Manager (Windows)

    Home > Transfer Templates to the Printer (P-touch Transfer Manager) (Windows) > Transfer Templates to the Printer Using P-touch Transfer Manager (Windows) > Notes on Using P-touch Transfer Manager (Windows) Notes on Using P-touch Transfer Manager (Windows) Because some P-touch Editor functions are not available with the printer, keep the following points in mind when using P-touch Editor to create templates.

  • Page 50: Transfer Templates From The Computer To The Printer (Windows)

    Home > Transfer Templates to the Printer (P-touch Transfer Manager) (Windows) > Transfer Templates to the Printer Using P-touch Transfer Manager (Windows) > Transfer Templates from the Computer to the Printer (Windows) Transfer Templates from the Computer to the Printer (Windows) You can transfer templates and other data to the printer and save backups of your data on the computer.
  • Page 51 Transfer the Template to P-touch Transfer Manager (Windows) 1. Start the P-touch Editor • Windows 10/Windows Server 2016: Click Start > Brother P-touch > P-touch Editor 5.2, or double-click the P-touch Editor 5.2 icon on the desktop. • Windows 8/Windows 8.1/Windows Server 2012/Windows Server 2012 R2: Click the P-touch Editor 5.2 icon on the Apps screen, or double-click the P-touch Editor 5.2 icon on the...
  • Page 52 Home > Transfer Templates to the Printer (P-touch Transfer Manager) (Windows) > Transfer Templates to the Printer Using P-touch Transfer Manager (Windows) > Transfer Templates from the Computer to the Printer (Windows) > Main Window of P-touch Transfer Manager (Windows) Main Window of P-touch Transfer Manager (Windows) 1.
  • Page 53 Icon Button name Function Open Opens the selected template. Search Allows you to search for templates or other data registered to P-touch Library. Display Style Changes the file display style. Related Information • Transfer Templates from the Computer to the Printer (Windows)
  • Page 54 Home > Transfer Templates to the Printer (P-touch Transfer Manager) (Windows) > Transfer Templates to the Printer Using P-touch Transfer Manager (Windows) > Transfer Templates from the Computer to the Printer (Windows) > Transfer Templates or Other Data from the Computer to the Printer (Windows) Transfer Templates or Other Data from the Computer to the Printer (Windows) You can transfer templates, databases, and images from the computer to the printer.
  • Page 55 4. Do one of the following: • Drag the template or other data you want to transfer and place it in the new folder. • To transfer multiple templates or other data, drag the files you want to transfer, and then place them in the new folder.
  • Page 56 Data type Maximum number of Restriction details transferable items • Wide images may be cropped. • You can confirm the available space in the transfer file memory by printing the Printer Setting Report. See Available memory in the report for the available space. The available space appearing in Available memory: ****B may be different from the actual available space.
  • Page 57 A confirmation message appears. • You can also transfer individual items to the printer without adding them to a folder. Select the template or other data you want to transfer, and then click Transfer. • Multiple items and folders can be selected and transferred in one operation. 8.

  • Page 58: Backup Templates Or Other Data Saved In The Printer (Windows)

    Home > Transfer Templates to the Printer (P-touch Transfer Manager) (Windows) > Transfer Templates to the Printer Using P-touch Transfer Manager (Windows) > Backup Templates or Other Data Saved in the Printer (Windows) Backup Templates or Other Data Saved in the Printer (Windows) You can retrieve templates or other data saved in the printer and save it on the computer.

  • Page 59: Delete Printer Data (Windows)

    Home > Transfer Templates to the Printer (P-touch Transfer Manager) (Windows) > Transfer Templates to the Printer Using P-touch Transfer Manager (Windows) > Delete Printer Data (Windows) Delete Printer Data (Windows) You can delete all templates or other data saved on the printer. 1.

  • Page 60: Create Transfer Files And Transfer Package Files (Windows)

    Home > Transfer Templates to the Printer (P-touch Transfer Manager) (Windows) > Transfer Templates to the Printer Using P-touch Transfer Manager (Windows) > Create Transfer Files and Transfer Package Files (Windows) Create Transfer Files and Transfer Package Files (Windows) Use P-touch Transfer Manager to save template data created using P-touch Editor in the BLF or PDZ format, and transfer these files in this format to a printer over a network, from a computer or mobile device.
  • Page 61 NOTE The Save Transfer File button appears when the printer is disconnected from the computer or offline. • If you click the Save Transfer File button after selecting Configurations, all templates in the folder are saved as the Transfer file (BLF) or Transfer Package file (PDZ). •...

  • Page 62: Distribute Templates To Be Transferred To Users Without Using P-Touch Transfer Manager (Windows)

    P-touch Transfer Express. You can then use P-touch Transfer Express to transfer the template directly to your printer. To download the latest version of P-touch Transfer Express, go to your model's Downloads page on the Brother support website at support.brother.com.
  • Page 63 • Windows 7/Windows Server 2008/Windows Server 2008 R2: Click Start > All Programs > Brother P-touch > P-touch Editor 5.2, or double-click the P-touch Editor 5.2 icon on the desktop. P-touch Editor starts. 2. Open the template you want.
  • Page 64 The template is saved as a Transfer Package file (PDZ). Distribute the Transfer Package File (PDZ) and P-touch Transfer Express to Others If you already have downloaded P-touch Transfer Express, it is not necessary for the administrator to send the Transfer Express folder. In this case, you can simply move the distributed Transfer Package file to the downloaded folder, and then double-click PtTrExp.exe.
  • Page 65 Do not turn the power off when transferring templates. 1. Turn the printer on. 2. Connect the printer to the computer using a USB cable. 3. Double-click the PtTrExp.exe file received from the administrator. 4. Do one of the following: •...

  • Page 66: Store Or Manage Templates (P-Touch Library)

    Home > Store or Manage Templates (P-touch Library) Store or Manage Templates (P-touch Library) • Edit Templates Using P-touch Library (Windows) • Print Templates Using P-touch Library (Windows) • Search Templates Using P-touch Library (Windows)

  • Page 67: Edit Templates Using P-Touch Library (Windows)

    Click the P-touch Library 2.3 icon on the Apps screen. • Windows 7/Windows Server 2008/Windows Server 2008 R2: Click Start > All Programs > Brother P-touch > P-touch Tools > P-touch Library 2.3. The main window appears. Overview of the Toolbar Icons...

  • Page 68: Print Templates Using P-Touch Library (Windows)

    Click the P-touch Library 2.3 icon on the Apps screen. • Windows 7/Windows Server 2008/Windows Server 2008 R2: Click Start > All Programs > Brother P-touch > P-touch Tools > P-touch Library 2.3. The main window appears. 2. Select the template you want to print, and then click Print.

  • Page 69: Search Templates Using P-Touch Library (Windows)

    Click the P-touch Library 2.3 icon on the Apps screen. • Windows 7/Windows Server 2008/Windows Server 2008 R2: Click Start > All Programs > Brother P-touch > P-touch Tools > P-touch Library 2.3. The main window appears. 2. Click Search.
  • Page 70 The following search criteria are available: Settings Details Multiple Parameters Determines how the program searches when multiple criteria are specified. If you select AND, the program searches for files meeting all of the criteria. If you select OR, the program searches for files meeting any of the criteria.

  • Page 71: Network

    Home > Network Network Related Models: TD-4420DN/TD-4520DN • Learn about Network Management Software and Utilities • Change Printer Settings Using Web Based Management...

  • Page 72: Learn About Network Management Software And Utilities

    IP address into your web browser to access and change your print server settings. BRAdmin Light (Windows) BRAdmin Light is a utility for the initial setup of network-connected Brother printers. This utility can search for Brother printers on your network, view their status and configure the basic network settings, such as IP address.

  • Page 73: Update

    Home > Update Update • Update P-touch Editor (Windows) • Update the Firmware...

  • Page 74: Update P-Touch Editor (Windows)

    Software icon on the desktop. • Windows 7/Windows Server 2008/Windows Server 2008 R2: Click Start > All Programs > Brother P-touch > P-touch Update Software, or double-click the P-touch Update Software icon on the desktop. 2. Click the Computer software update icon.
  • Page 75 Related Information • Update...

  • Page 76: Update The Firmware

    Software icon on the desktop. • Windows 7/Windows Server 2008/Windows Server 2008 R2: Click Start > All Programs > Brother P-touch > P-touch Update Software, or double-click the P-touch Update Software icon on the desktop. 3. Click the Machine update icon.
  • Page 77 NOTE Do not turn the printer off or disconnect the cable during data transfer. 6. Check the content to be updated, and then click Start to begin the update. The firmware update begins. NOTE Do not turn the printer off or disconnect the cable during the update process. Related Information •...

  • Page 78: Printer Settings

    Home > Printer Settings Printer Settings • Change Printer Settings Using the Printer Setting Tool (Windows) • Apply Setting Changes to Multiple Printers (Windows) • Change Printer Settings Using Web Based Management • Confirm Printer Settings...

  • Page 79: Change Printer Settings Using The Printer Setting Tool (Windows)

    Click the Printer Setting Tool icon on the Apps screen. • Windows 7/Windows Server 2008/Windows Server 2008 R2: Click Start > All Programs > Brother > Label & Mobile Printer > Printer Setting Tool. The main window appears. 1. Printer Lists the connected printers.
  • Page 80 5. Paper Size Setup Add media information and settings to the printer driver to use sizes not listed in the Paper Size list of the printer driver. NOTE To open Paper Size Setup, you must be logged on with administrator rights. 6.

  • Page 81: Communication Settings Of The Printer Setting Tool (Windows)

    > Communication Settings of the Printer Setting Tool (Windows) Communication Settings of the Printer Setting Tool (Windows) Related Models: TD-4420DN/TD-4520DN Use Communication Settings in the Printer Setting Tool to specify or change the printer communication information, when connecting the printer and computer with a USB cable. Not only can you change the communication settings for one printer, but you can also apply the same settings to multiple printers.
  • Page 82 Clicking Apply applies all settings in all tabs to the printer. If the Disable these settings check box is selected, the settings are not applied. 7. Items When the Current Status menu is selected, the current settings appear in the settings display/change area. Select the item for the settings you want to change.
  • Page 83 Saves the current settings in a file. If the Disable these settings check box is selected, the settings are not saved. Exported files are not encrypted. Tools Menu Options • Option Settings Automatically restart the printer after applying new settings If this check box is selected, the printer automatically restarts after communication settings are applied.
  • Page 84 • Enable this address Enables the specified static IPv6 address. • Primary DNS Server IPv6 Address/Secondary DNS Server IPv6 Address Specifies the DNS server IPv6 addresses. • IPv6 Address List Displays the list of IPv6 addresses. Wired 802.1x Authentication Configures IEEE 802.1x authentication. •...

  • Page 85: Device Settings Of The Printer Setting Tool (Windows)

    Home > Printer Settings > Change Printer Settings Using the Printer Setting Tool (Windows) > Device Settings of the Printer Setting Tool (Windows) Device Settings of the Printer Setting Tool (Windows) Use Device Settings in the Printer Setting Tool to specify or change printer settings when connecting the printer and computer with a USB cable.
  • Page 86 • Reset to Factory Defaults (TD-4410D) Resets all the settings to the factory settings, including device settings, and transferred data. (TD-4420DN/TD-4520DN) Resets all the settings to the factory settings, including device settings, transferred data, and network settings. • Reset only Device Settings...
  • Page 87 The printer will automatically enter sleep mode when the specified time elapses under the following conditions: • The printer does not receive data. • A LAN cable is not connected. (TD-4420DN/TD-4520DN) • In idle mode. • When not communicating using the serial port.
  • Page 88 • Align Paper Leading Edge when the Cover is Closed Selects whether the paper is automatically fed when the cover is closed. • Exit Position Selects the media output location. • Auto Cut Sets the cutting method when printing multiple labels. •...
  • Page 89 Adjusts the amount of light emitted by the reflective/black mark sensor. • Media Sensor (Peeler) Specifies the settings when the Label Peeler (optional) is used. Detection Sensitivity Adjusts the precision of the sensor that detects whether the label has been peeled. Management Tab To display this tab, you must have administrator privileges for the computer or the printer.

  • Page 90: P-Touch Template Settings Of The Printer Setting Tool (Windows)

    • For more information on P-touch Template Settings, see the P-touch Template Manual/ Command Reference (English only). You can download the latest version from the Brother support website at support.brother.com/manuals. 1. Default Command Mode Specifies the P-touch Template mode as the default mode.
  • Page 91 23h 24h 40h 5Bh 5Ch 5Dh 5Eh 60h 7Bh 7Ch 7Dh 7Eh To change the characters, see the P-touch Template Manual/ Command Reference (English only). You can download the latest version from the Brother support website at support.brother.com/manuals. 7. Command Prefix Character Specifies the prefix character code identifying commands used in P-touch Template mode.

  • Page 92: Paper Size Setup Of Printer Setting Tool (Windows)

    Home > Printer Settings > Change Printer Settings Using the Printer Setting Tool (Windows) > Paper Size Setup of Printer Setting Tool (Windows) Paper Size Setup of Printer Setting Tool (Windows) Use the Paper Size Setup in the Printer Setting Tool to add paper sizes not available in the Paper Size list of the printer driver.
  • Page 93 6. Export Exports the paper formats in the Currently Registered Paper Sizes list to a file. The exported formats can then be distributed to other computers. 7. Exit Exits the Paper Size Setup window and returns to the main window of the Printer Setting Tool. 8.
  • Page 94 4. Detailed settings Specify details for the paper format to be added. 5. Advanced Printing Adjustments Click this button to display the Advanced Printing Adjustments dialog box and make advanced printing adjustments for each paper format. 6. Cancel Cancels the settings and closes the dialog box. The settings will remain unchanged. 7.
  • Page 95 The settings for Media Sensor (Transmissive/Gap) in the Device Settings dialog box can influence the detection and calibration results. Make sure you specify the appropriate values. Example settings: Setting EX1 Setting EX2 Device Settings Paper Size Setup Actual effect 5. Media Sensor (Reflective/Bar) Adjust the precision with which the reflective/black mark sensor detects black marks and the amount of light emitted by the sensor.
  • Page 96 TD-4420DN bst442ed.ptd bst442ed.txt pdt3835.bin TD-4520DN bst452ed.ptd bst452ed.txt pdt4135.bin 2. Save the TXT file in any location on the recipient’s computer. 3. At the recipient’s computer, click Import. The paper formats are replaced with the imported ones. Related Information •...

  • Page 97: Apply Setting Changes To Multiple Printers (Windows)

    Printer Settings > Apply Setting Changes to Multiple Printers (Windows) Apply Setting Changes to Multiple Printers (Windows) >> Communication Settings (TD-4420DN/TD-4520DN) >> Device Settings Communication Settings (TD-4420DN/TD-4520DN) 1. After applying settings to the first printer, disconnect the printer from the computer, and then connect the second printer to the computer.

  • Page 98: Change Printer Settings Using Web Based Management

    > Change Printer Settings Using Web Based Management Change Printer Settings Using Web Based Management Related Models: TD-4420DN/TD-4520DN You can use a standard web browser to change your print server settings using the Hyper Text Transfer Protocol (HTTP) or Hyper Text Transfer Protocol over Secure Socket Layer (HTTPS).

  • Page 99: Set Or Change A Login Password For Web Based Management

    > Set or Change a Login Password for Web Based Management Set or Change a Login Password for Web Based Management Related Models: TD-4420DN/TD-4520DN We recommend changing the default login password to prevent unauthorised access to Web Based Management. 1. Start your web browser.

  • Page 100: Confirm Printer Settings

    Home > Printer Settings > Confirm Printer Settings Confirm Printer Settings You can print a Printer Settings Report without connecting the printer to a computer or mobile device. 1. Turn the printer on. 2. Load a 102 mm or wider RD Roll into the printer. 3.

  • Page 101: Routine Maintenance

    Home > Routine Maintenance Routine Maintenance • Clean Your Printer...

  • Page 102: Clean Your Printer

    Home > Routine Maintenance > Clean Your Printer Clean Your Printer We recommend cleaning your printer on a regular basis to maintain its correct performance. Always disconnect the printer from any power source before cleaning. >> Clean the Exterior of the Unit >>...
  • Page 103 Clean the Roller • Wipe the roller with a lint-free cloth dipped in isopropyl alcohol or ethanol. After cleaning the roller, make sure that no lint or other material remains on the roller. Use isopropyl alcohol or ethanol according to the manufacturer's safety guidelines, as applicable. Clean the Print Head •...

  • Page 104: Troubleshooting

    Home > Troubleshooting Troubleshooting • If You Are Having Difficulty with Your Machine • Error and Maintenance Indications • Printing Problems • Version Information • Reset the Printer...

  • Page 105: If You Are Having Difficulty With Your Machine

    Insert the RD Roll correctly. For more information, see Related Information. If you still have problems, see Related Information. If, after reading the topics, you are unable to resolve the problem, visit the Brother support website at support.brother.com. Related Information •...

  • Page 106: Error And Maintenance Indications

    Home > Troubleshooting > Error and Maintenance Indications Error and Maintenance Indications The indicators light and flash to indicate the printer's status. Indicator is lit in the colour shown. Indicator is flashing in the colour shown. Indicator can be off, lit, or flashing in any colour. Indicator is off.
  • Page 107 Press and hold to clear Cutter error the error. (Twice for 2 seconds) Print head undetected error The printer is in Boot Contact Brother customer mode. service. Resetting mode is on (Once for 2 (Once for 2 (Once for 2 seconds)

  • Page 108: Printing Problems

    • Is the adapter cord connected correctly? Check the cord is connected correctly. • If the LED indicator still does not light up, contact Brother customer service. The printer does not print, or a • Is the cable loose? printing error is received.
  • Page 109 Problem Solution An error occurs when the roll If a feed error occurs, use the Paper Size Setup of the Printer Setting Tool to cannot be fed to the beginning of assign the correct paper settings to the printer. the printing. Printer is in cooling mode.
  • Page 110 Printing preferences menu. Click the Other tab and select the After one page of data is received option. • (TD-4420DN/TD-4520DN) An alternative solution is to disconnect the LAN cable until USB printing is completed. For Windows...
  • Page 111 Print labels so that barcodes are aligned with the print head as shown below: 1. Print head 2. Barcodes 3. Printing orientation • Barcodes may not be read if they are reduced or enlarged. Network Problems (TD-4420DN/TD-4520DN) Problem Solution You are using security software. • Confirm your settings in the installation dialog box.
  • Page 112 To allow access, see your security software instructions or contact the installation, or when printing. manufacturer. Incorrect port numbers are being The following port numbers are used for Brother network features: used for the Brother network • BRAdmin Light: Port number 161 / Protocol UDP features.

  • Page 113: Version Information

    Home > Troubleshooting > Version Information Version Information Problem Solution I do not know the version number You can confirm the version number of the firmware by printing the Printer of the firmware for the printer. Settings Report. For more information, see Related Information. I want to confirm whether I am Use the P-touch Update Software to confirm whether you have the latest version.

  • Page 114: Reset The Printer

    Reset Data Using the Printer Setting Tool You can use the Printer Setting Tool from a computer to perform the following operations for the printer: • Delete the templates and databases • (TD-4420DN/TD-4520DN) Reset communication settings • Reset printer settings to factory settings Related Information •...

  • Page 115: Appendix

    Home > Appendix Appendix • Specifications • Software Development Kit • Auto Media Configuration • Options • Brother Numbers...

  • Page 116: Specifications

    Dimensions Approximately 180 mm (W) x 155 mm (H) x 224 mm (D) Interface USB Ver.2.0 (Full Speed) (Type B) Serial RS232C (DB9 male) Wired LAN (TD-4420DN/TD-4520DN) 10/100BASE-TX Use a serial cable that is under 3 m. Environment Operating Temperature Between 5°C and 40°C Operating Humidity Between 20% and 85% (without condensation) Maximum wet bulb temperature: 27°C...
  • Page 117 Adapter AC Adapter (100 to 240 V 50/60 Hz) Media Specification The media material may affect print quality. In order to achieve optimum print results, we recommend using Brother thermal paper (RD Rolls). Media Type Wristbands, Continuous, Die-Cut, Fan Fold, Perforated, Tag...

  • Page 118: Software Development Kit

    Home > Appendix > Software Development Kit Software Development Kit A Software Development Kit (SDK) is available from the Brother Developer Center (brother.com/product/dev). ™ (TD-4420DN/TD-4520DN) The b-PAC SDK and the SDKs for mobile devices (Android , iPhone, and iPad) can also be downloaded.

  • Page 119: Auto Media Configuration

    Home > Appendix > Auto Media Configuration Auto Media Configuration • Auto Media Configuration Overview • Use the Auto Media Configuration Function • Check the Sensor Position...

  • Page 120: Auto Media Configuration Overview

    Automatic Detection Items TD-4410D • Paper type • Length • Label spacing • Width of marks • Gap/Black mark detection sensitivity TD-4420DN/TD-4520DN • Paper type • Width • Length • Label spacing • Width of marks • Gap/Black mark detection sensitivity Auto Media Configuration Workflow After Auto Media Configuration is started, the printer will feed the paper to detect its characteristics.

  • Page 121: Use The Auto Media Configuration Function

    Click the Printer Setting Tool icon on the Apps screen. • Windows 7/Windows Server 2008/Windows Server 2008 R2: Click Start > All Programs > Brother > Label & Mobile Printer > Printer Setting Tool. 3. Click Paper Size Setup. 4. Click Edit or New.

  • Page 122: Options

    Home > Appendix > Options Options • Clean Other Printer Components • Change the Label Peeler Options • Change the Cutting Options...

  • Page 123: Clean Other Printer Components

    >> Cutter >> Label Peeler Roller TD-4410D/TD-4420DN PA-PR2-001 TD-4520DN PA-PR3-001 • Wipe the roller with a lint-free cloth dipped in isopropyl alcohol or ethanol. After cleaning the roller, make sure that no lint or other material remains on the roller.
  • Page 124 IMPORTANT Do not use alcohol to clean the Label Output Slot. Label Peeler TD-4410D/TD-4420DN/TD-4520DN PA-LP-002 1. Wipe the roller with a lint-free cloth dipped in isopropyl alcohol or ethanol. After cleaning the roller, make sure that no lint or other material remains on the roller.
  • Page 125 Related Information • Options...

  • Page 126: Change The Label Peeler Options

    Home > Appendix > Options > Change the Label Peeler Options Change the Label Peeler Options After attaching the Label Peeler, set the printer driver peeler option. 1. Do one of the following: • Windows 10/Windows Server 2016: Click Start > Settings > Devices > Printers & scanners. Click the printer you want to set up, and then click Open queue.

  • Page 127: Change The Cutting Options

    Home > Appendix > Options > Change the Cutting Options Change the Cutting Options The cutting options allow you to specify how labels are fed and cut. If you do not use P-touch Editor, you can change the cutting options in the printer driver properties. 1.

  • Page 128: Brother Numbers

    FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) For more information on your Brother machine, visit Brother's support website at support.brother.com. For additional help and tips, go to your model’s FAQs & Troubleshooting page; for the latest printer drivers and software, go to your model’s Downloads page.
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