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- Page 1 ELECTRONIC LABELING SYSTEM PT - 97OOPC / 98OOPCN User’s Guide S TA TU S S TA TU S If you encounter any problems with your product, visit our Web site: http://solutions.brother.com/...
- Page 3 • A shielded interface cable should be used in order to ensure compliance with the limits for a Class B digital device. • Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Brother Industries, Ltd. could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
- Page 4 Compilation and Publication Notice Under the supervision of Brother Industries Ltd., this manual has been compiled and published, covering the latest product’s descriptions and specifications. The contents of this manual and the specifications of this product are subject to change without notice.
- Page 5 Failure to observe this may result Do not use a damaged power cord. in an accident or damage. Brother shall not assume any responsibility for any accident or Do not overload the power outlet.
- Page 6 WARNING Printer Follow these guidelines to avoid fire, damage, electric shock, and choking. Do not allow the printer to get wet in any way. Do not touch the blade of the cutter unit. Do not touch any metal parts near the print head.
- Page 7 ● Depending on the environmental conditions and the applied settings, some characters or symbols may be difficult to read. ● Use only Brother TZ tapes or Brother HG tapes with this printer. Do not use tapes that do not have the mark.
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Page 8: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Unpacking the printer .......................7 General description ......................8 LED display ............................9 Getting ready to use your printer ..................11 Connecting the printer ....................12 Connecting to the power source .....................12 Connecting to a computer ......................13 Using the interface cables .......................14 Installing the tape cassette ....................15 Authorized tape ..........................15 Installing the tape cassette ......................15... -
Page 9: Unpacking The Printer
Unpacking the printer Open the box and confirm that the following items are included. If any item is missing or damaged, please contact the retail outlet where the printer was purchased. ■ PT-9700PC/PT-9800PCN ■ USB cable Printer (PT-9700PC) ST AT US ■... -
Page 10: General Description
General description ■ PT-9700PC ST AT US DC IN 24V Front view Rear view ■ PT-9800PCN ST AT US DC IN 24V Front view Rear view 1. Tape compartment cover 8. AC adapter jack 2. Label outlet 9. Serial (RS-232C) port 3. -
Page 11: Led Display
LED display The condition of the printer can be determined by LED display on printer or USB Direct Interface (PT-9800PCN only). ■ LED display on printer Lamp condition Condition Remedy Power button STATUS lamp (green) (red) Not lit Printer standby condition —... - Page 12 If the STATUS lamp continues to flash, contact the Flashing fast Roller holder error reseller where the printer was purchased or call Brother customer service. Print head overheat error Turn the printer off and on. EEPROM error Turn the printer off and on.
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Page 13: Getting Ready To Use Your Printer
Getting ready to use your printer Before creating labels with the printer, the following preparations are necessary. Note ● The connection procedures are different depending on the operating system running on the computer. They will also vary depending on whether a USB connection, serial connection or network connection (PT-9800 PCN only) is used. -
Page 14: Connecting The Printer
Connecting the printer Connect the printer to the power source and a computer. Turning on the printer Connecting to the power source Turn on the main power switch on the back of the printer, and then press the power button on the front of the printer. Connect the included power supply cord Turning off the printer to the AC adapter. -
Page 15: Connecting To A Computer
Connecting to a computer Connect the printer to a computer using the interface cables. The interface cables used to connect to a USB port, serial (RS-232C) port and LAN (10/100BASE-TX Wired Ethernet) port are different. Basic Setup Serial port (ESC/P and Operation Systems P-touch USB port... -
Page 16: Using The Interface Cables
For serial and network interfaces, a shielded interface cable should be used to ensure compliance with the limits for EMC. ● Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Brother Industries, Ltd. may affect the performance and print quality, and damage may not be covered under the limited warranty. ■ USB cable Use the enclosed interface cable. -
Page 17: Installing The Tape Cassette
Installing the tape cassette This section lists the types of tape that may be used with the printer and explains the procedures to install the tape cassettes. Install the tape cassette. Authorized tape Make sure that the end of the tape feeds under the tape guides. -
Page 18: Installing The Software For Pt-9700Pc
P-touch Editor or b-PAC SDK to avoid printing difficulties: [P-touch Editor] version 5.0.101 and later (included on CD). [b-PAC SDK] version 3.0.010 and later (download from Brother Solutions Center). ● For details of the software, see the “Software User’s Guide” (PDF). -
Page 19: When Using Mac Os
Restart your computer if you are instructed to do so. Start the software. Click “Start” - “All Programs (Programs)” - “Brother P-touch” - “P-touch Editor 5.0” to start P-touch Editor 5.0. When using Mac OS When instructed, connect your printer... - Page 20 [Add] again to add the printer to Follow the on-screen instructions. the “Printer List”. For Mac OS X 10.5.x - 10.6 Choose “Brother PT-9700PC” from the list and click [Add] / to add the printer to the “Printer List” / “Print & Fax”.