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User's Guide
Ver.02
Read this document carefully to use this product safely and correctly. If your
product is faulty, please read the included warranty card and contact the store
you purchased it from. If you require further assistance, contact your local
Epson customer support center.
Please also visit the support page of your local Epson website. You can
download the latest version of this User's Guide from the website.
Portions of this software are copyright 2016 The FreeType Project
(www.freetype.org). All rights reserved.
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Safety Instructions
Specifications
Troubleshooting
Part Names and Functions
Start Here
Cleaning
Initializing the Settings
Purpose-based Index
Key Menu Index
Frame and Table Lists
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  • Page 1 Epson customer support center. Indicates a place with more detailed information. Please also visit the support page of your local Epson website. You can Shows an image of the label to be used as an example. download the latest version of this User’s Guide from the website.

  • Page 2: Safety Instructions

    Safety Instructions For your safety, read the attached documents carefully to use this product DANGER Safety Instructions correctly. After you have read all instructions, keep this manual handy for future reference and to make your concerns clear. When handling batteries Items below indicate safety precautions to protect users, their surroundings If any liquid from the battery gets into your eyes, promptly wash it and their property from possible injury or damage.
  • Page 3 AC adapter and remove • Where it might be subjected to vibration or shock. the batteries, and then contact the Epson customer support center. • Near high-voltage power lines or something that generates a Continuous use may result in fire or electric shock.
  • Page 4 Auto cut and/ or Half cut disabled tape types, see the Do not disassemble the battery pack. box of tapes or visit your local Epson website. • Do not drop it or disassemble it. Doing so may cause damage.

  • Page 5: Specifications

    Rated time when using alkaline batteries Purpose-based Index Type AST1527Z1-1 Rated operating time / Rated resting time 0.5h / 1.0h Manufacturer Seiko Epson Corp. Key Menu Index Input AC100-240V, 0.9 A, 50-60Hz (dedicated adapter, power cable only) Output DC15V, 2.7A...

  • Page 6: Troubleshooting

    If none of the above has solved the problem or the symptom is Use a wider tape. Reduce the text or cell size. Settings other than the above, contact the Epson customer support center. Lower "ECC Level". Overheated! The printhead is overheated. Turn off the power...

  • Page 7: Part Names And Functions

    Part Names and Functions Safety Instructions 1. Feeds and then cuts the tape. 2. Tape eject slot 3. Prints a label. Hold down and press this to print Specifications with a special print function. 4. Creates a general label, or escapes from special label mode. Troubleshooting 5.
  • Page 8 Part Names and Functions  Display 1. Form name Safety Instructions 2. Set tape width and length The unit can be switched between inch and cm. "inch:cm" Specifications 3. Symbol input mode 4. Caps Lock ON Troubleshooting 5. Block number 6.

  • Page 9: Start Here

    Li-ion battery installed. Frame and Table Lists • There is likely to be a charging error or battery error in the following cases. Contact Epson customer support center. - The charge LED flashes during charging. Charge LED - New Li-ion battery takes significantly longer to charge than the estimated charging time (less than 3 hours).
  • Page 10 Start Here  Using alkaline batteries  Using Label Editor Safety Instructions You can use alkaline batteries instead Label Editor is an application software for editing label. of Li-ion battery. When using alkaline When this software is installed on your computer, you can batteries, install them in the correct transfer the created cable label data to the printer.

  • Page 11: Installing A Tape Cartridge

    Start Here 2. Installing a tape cartridge Safety Instructions 1. Rewind the ink ribbon. 3. Install a tape cartridge. Specifications CAUTION Use a pen • Make sure that the power is turned off. or a pencil. • You cannot use tape other than LK-tape. Troubleshooting •...

  • Page 12: Turning The Power On

    Start Here 3. Turning the power on Safety Instructions  Feeding the tape 1. Press Specifications CAUTION Troubleshooting Be sure to feed the tape every time after you install a tape cartridge. Part Names and Functions 1. Press Start Here Auto power-off 2.

  • Page 13: Entering Text

    Start Here 4. Entering text Safety Instructions Specifications 1. Press  Deleting text 1. Press 2. Press Troubleshooting A character is deleted backward. 3. Press Part Names and A list of characters appears. Functions For the accent marks that can be Deleting all text inserted "Accent"...

  • Page 14: Printing Label

    Start Here 5. Printing label Safety Instructions 1. Press Specifications CAUTION • Do not insert your fingers into the tape eject slot. Setting the label auto cut to Off • Do not pull the tape until the printing is completed. Troubleshooting "Auto cut"...

  • Page 15: Attaching Label

    Frame and Table Lists remove the batteries (Li-ion battery or alkaline batteries), the nature of the adhered surface before use. Epson takes no responsibility for any damage or loss due to the above disconnect the AC adapter, and remove the tape cartridge mentioned causes.
  • Page 16 Cleaning Safety Instructions Printhead CAUTION Clean the printhead with a cotton swab. Turn off the printer and remove the batteries before cleaning. If the AC adapter is connected, disconnect the AC adapter cable Specifications from the printer. Troubleshooting Exterior Part Names and Wipe the dirt off with a soft cloth.

  • Page 17: Initializing The Settings

    Initializing the Settings Initialize the settings if the printer does not operate normally Safety Instructions such as the display is interrupted. Specifications Attention This function initializes the settings. Take extreme care before initializing it. All the created text will be lost and the settings Troubleshooting you made will be reset.

  • Page 18: Label Types

    Purpose-based Index Click the illustration of the label you wish to create or function you wish to use, to display information such as the creation procedure Safety Instructions or setting procedure. Label Types Specifications Troubleshooting Part Names and Functions Faceplate label Patch Panel label Block-66 label Punch Block label...

  • Page 19: Useful Functions

    Purpose-based Index Customizing Labels Safety Instructions Specifications Troubleshooting Length Format/Style Font size Font Part Names and Functions Start Here Cleaning Margins Adding block Text orientation Initializing the Settings Useful Functions Purpose-based Index Key Menu Index Frame and Table Lists Saving/Recalling Creating Multiple Labels Printing Same Label Printer Settings...
  • Page 20 Creating Special Labels Creating Labels for Patch Panel Safety Instructions You can create the optimal labels for your patch panel by setting the label length and number of blocks. Specifications Troubleshooting Separator Blocks length Part Names and Functions Blocks number Start Here 1.
  • Page 21 Creating Special Labels Creating Labels for Block-66 Safety Instructions You can create labels for Block-66 so that large numbers of connectors can easily be identified. Specifications Troubleshooting Separator Blocks length Part Names and Functions Blocks number Start Here 1. Press 6.
  • Page 22 Creating Special Labels Creating Labels for Faceplate Safety Instructions Text can be automatically placed at the center of a block. This enables you to easily create a label suitable for the size Specifications of the area where it will be affixed. Troubleshooting Label length Part Names and...
  • Page 23 Creating Special Labels Creating Labels for Punch Block Safety Instructions You can create labels to identify at a glance the numbers for the wires or pins connected to a punch block. Specifications Troubleshooting Upper count Part Names and Functions Lower count Start Here 1.
  • Page 24 Creating Special Labels Creating Labels to Wrap Around Cable Safety Instructions You can repeatedly print text so that it can be seen regardless of the angle from which the cable is viewed. Specifications Troubleshooting Label length Part Names and Tape width Functions Margin Margin...
  • Page 25 Creating Special Labels Creating Labels to Wrap around Cable like a Flag Safety Instructions This label is useful for differentiating cables because the flag Specifications portion of the label wrapped around the cable is easy to see. Troubleshooting Space length Block 1 Block 2 Part Names and...
  • Page 26 Creating Special Labels Creating Multiple Labels at Once Safety Instructions You can create many labels at once. Specifications Troubleshooting Label length Margin Margin Tape width Part Names and Functions Labels number Start Here 1. Press 4. Select the type of margins with and then Cleaning press...
  • Page 27 Creating Special Labels Creating Labels with Dedicated Tape Safety Instructions  Die-Cut label  Self-Lamination Overwrap Specifications Use the dedicated Die-Cut label. Use the dedicated Self- You can print on precut Rectangle, Lamination Overwrap. Oval, and Circle. This label tape comes with Troubleshooting transparent film.
  • Page 28 Creating Special Labels Creating Barcode Labels Creating Labels with Symbol Safety Instructions Specifications 1. Press MEMO Troubleshooting • You may not be able to add a barcode depending on the label 2. Select a category with and press type you create. •...
  • Page 29 Creating Special Labels Creating Sequentially Numbered Labels Creating Labels with Block Sequence Numbers Safety Instructions Assigned Specifications The number is automatically incremented each time a label You can assign sequential numbers to blocks. is printed. Up to four digits including numbers (0 to 9) and Up to four digits including numbers (0 to 9) and alphabet alphabet letters (a to z and A to Z) can be entered.

  • Page 30: Customizing Labels

    Customizing Labels Setting the Format and Style (Edit menu) Safety Instructions MEMO The setting items displayed when you press differ depending on the label type you create. Specifications Procedure for setting Troubleshooting 1. Place the cursor. You can decorate your label by setting the following. Place the cursor on the left of the characters to which Part Names and you want to apply a function.
  • Page 31 Customizing Labels Background Safety Instructions None, 1 Wave, 2 Diamond1, 3 Diamond2, 4 Snow, 5 Flower, 6 Star, 7 Cards, 8 Arabesq., 9 Mesh, 10Dotted Specifications Sets the background pattern. Bold & Italic Troubleshooting Italic, Normal, Bold, B+I Changes the text in bold or italics. Part Names and Length Functions...
  • Page 32 Customizing Labels Changing the Font Size Changing the Text Orientation Safety Instructions Changes the text orientation to vertical or horizontal. You can change the font size of text or a block line by line. Among the preset setting items, select one with the same Specifications MEMO number of lines as that of the text or block you want to...
  • Page 33 Customizing Labels Setting the Label Length Adding Block Safety Instructions You can set the length of label or block. By dividing text into blocks, you can change the style and Specifications the number of lines block-by-block. MEMO • This cannot be set for a die cut label. Display Label •...
  • Page 34 Saving Frequently Used Labels By saving frequently used labels, you will be able to easily recall and print from them next time. Safety Instructions Up to 100 labels can be saved. Specifications  Saving a label  Printing the saved label You can select multiple files and print them at once.
  • Page 35 Utilizing Print Functions  Enlarge print  Mirror print Safety Instructions You can create a label that is larger than the width of a single label. Specifications Print the created content separately on multiple labels and then put them together to use as a single label. 1.

  • Page 36: Changing The Printer Settings

    Changing the Printer Settings Auto cut Language Safety Instructions Auto cut: You can select the language shown on the display from the Sets whether or not to cut automatically. following: Specifications Half cut: Dansk, Deutsch, English, Español, Français, Italiano, Nederlands, When "Auto cut"...
  • Page 37 Start Here MEMO • You can download "Label Editor" (PC application for editing labels), printer drivers, and "Label Editor User's Guide" from your local Epson website. Cleaning • For how to install and operate Label Editor, see "Label Editor User's Guide".
  • Page 38 Transferring Cable Label Data 5. Click "Label 2. Click [Save]. Safety Instructions Type" on the The label data for "Settings" tab. transfer is saved on the Select the label computer. Specifications type. This printer does not support this function. 6. Create the label. Troubleshooting MEMO Part Names and...
  • Page 39 Key Menu Index Click a key in the illustration to display the Safety Instructions menu list. Specifications Troubleshooting Previews the created label. Part Names and Printing starts. Turns the printer on and off. Functions Deletes the text. Start Here Cleaning Initializing the Settings Changes the font size.

  • Page 40: Patch Panel

    Patch Panel Safety Instructions Blocks length Separator Specifications Enter length None Orientation Length Type Blocks num Line Hori. Blocks Enter number Troubleshooting Vert.1 of blocks Label Dotted Label length Vert.2 Part Names and Frame Enter length Functions Start Here Cleaning Initializing the Block-66 Settings...
  • Page 41 Faceplate Safety Instructions Specifications Orientation Blocks num Hori. Label length Enter number Troubleshooting Enter length Vert.1 of blocks Vert.2 Part Names and Functions Start Here Cleaning Initializing the Mix-Len Settings Purpose-based Index Margins Key Menu Index Orientation Short Label length Labels num Hori.
  • Page 42 Wrap Safety Instructions Margins Diameter Specifications Enter length Length Type Repeat text Short Middle Troubleshooting Length Long Label length Tape /3 Part Names and Enter length Functions Tape Start Here Cleaning Initializing the Flag Settings Purpose-based Index Key Menu Index Orientation Separator Space length...
  • Page 43 Punch Block Safety Instructions Specifications Troubleshooting Part Names and Functions Start Here Blocks type Text type Upper count 2pairs Lower count Cleaning Pins Label length 3pairs Enter start value Enter start value Seri. 4pairs Enter length Initializing the Blank 5pairs Settings Blank Purpose-based Index...
  • Page 44 Edit 1 Layout Left Safety Instructions Center Justify Right Specifications Table Frame & Table "Table" Troubleshooting Table Frame Part Names and Frame "Frame" Functions Style Edit menu Start Here Layout Outline Frame & Table Normal Style Gray Cleaning Shadow Char. spacing Border &...
  • Page 45 Edit 2 Char. Width Smaller Safety Instructions Smaller Center Small Under Specifications Narrow Small Normal Center Wide Troubleshooting Under Background Part Names and Functions None 1 Wave Edit menu Start Here 2 Diamond1 Layout 3 Diamond2 Frame & Table 4 Snow Style Cleaning 5 Flower...
  • Page 46 Edit 3 Safety Instructions Margins Minimum 1mm Specifications Short Middle 10mm Troubleshooting Long 18mm Tape width /3 Part Names and Tape width Functions Edit menu Orientation Start Here Layout AB A Frame & Table 1 Line Style Cleaning 1/5 to 5/5 Char.
  • Page 47 Margins Safety Instructions Margins Specifications Minimum 1mm Short Middle 10mm Troubleshooting Long 18mm Tape width /3 Part Names and Functions Tape width Start Here MEMO The setting items displayed when you press differ depending Cleaning on the label type you create. Initializing the Length Settings...

  • Page 48: Advanced Serialize

    Serialize Safety Instructions Repetition Specifications 1 time 2 times Serialize Text 3 times Troubleshooting Enter start value 4 times 5 times Part Names and Functions 10 times Start Here Cleaning Initializing the Advanced Serialize Settings Purpose-based Index Repetition Key Menu Index 1 time 2 times Adv.Seri.Text...
  • Page 49 Barcode 1 Width EAN-8 Small Safety Instructions Enter barcode Medium information Large Specifications Width Troubleshooting EAN-13 Small Enter barcode Medium information Part Names and Large Functions Bar code Start Here EAN-8 Width CODE128 EAN-13 Small Enter barcode Cleaning CODE128 Medium information CODE39 Large...
  • Page 50 Barcode 2 Safety Instructions Specifications Width Ratio Check Digit Troubleshooting Small Enter barcode Medium information Part Names and Large Functions Bar code Width Ratio Start Here Check Digit EAN-8 CODABAR Small EAN-13 Enter barcode Medium information Cleaning CODE128 Large CODE39 Initializing the QR CODE Settings...
  • Page 51 File Safety Instructions Local File Specifications Save Recall Troubleshooting Delete Print Part Names and End? Functions Start Here Cleaning Initializing the Clear Settings Purpose-based Index Key Menu Index Clear Text Frame and Table Lists Text Only Text & Setting MEMO The setting items displayed when you press differ depending on the label type you create.

  • Page 52: Multi Print

    Multi print *2size Enlarge print *2size Safety Instructions *3size *4size *3size Specifications Special print Repeat Copies Enlarge print Enter number of Print copies Troubleshooting print copies Mirror print Mirror print Start print? Part Names and *4size Functions MEMO Start Here The setting items displayed when you press differ depending...
  • Page 53 Setting 1 Safety Instructions Specifications Half cut Auto cut Troubleshooting Part Names and Print density Functions -3 to +3 Preference Start Here Auto cut Drop stop Print density Drop stop Cleaning Die-Cut pos Width pos Backlight Initializing the Die-Cut pos -5 to +5 Language Settings...
  • Page 54 Setting 2 Safety Instructions Specifications Language Troubleshooting Dansk Deutsch Part Names and English Functions Español Preference Français Start Here Auto cut Italiano Print density Nederlands Drop stop Norsk Cleaning Die-Cut pos Português-Br Backlight Português-EU Initializing the Language Settings Suomi inch:cm Svenska Version Purpose-based Index...
  • Page 55 Accent Safety Instructions Ā Ą Ă ā ą ă Á À Â Ã Ä Å Æ á à â ã ä å æ Č Ċ Ć ć č ċ Ç ç Specifications Ď đ ď Đ ð Ē Ę Ė Ě...
  • Page 56 Frame and Table Lists Safety Instructions Frame Specifications Troubleshooting Part Names and Functions Start Here Cleaning Initializing the Settings Purpose-based Index Key Menu Index Frame and Table Lists...
  • Page 57 Frame and Table Lists Safety Instructions Table Specifications Troubleshooting Part Names and Functions Start Here Cleaning Initializing the Settings Purpose-based Index Key Menu Index Frame and Table Lists...

  • Page 58: Die-Cut Label

    Frame and Table Lists Safety Instructions Die-Cut label  Circle Specifications Troubleshooting Part Names and Functions  Oval Start Here Cleaning Initializing the Settings  Rectangle Purpose-based Index Key Menu Index Frame and Table Lists  Table...

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