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  • Page 1 LabelWorks LW-700 User's Guide...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents LabelWorks LW-700 User's Guide ......................9 Introduction to Your LabelWorks Printer ....................10 Product Box Contents ........................10 Notations Used in the Documentation ....................10 Label Printer Part Locations ....................... 11 Label Printer Parts......................... 11 Label Printer Parts - Keyboard ...................... 13 Label Printer Parts - Display ......................
  • Page 4 Changing Label Format Settings ......................33 Label Format Settings ........................33 Creating Special Format Labels Using the Keyboard ................37 Creating a Sequence of Labels ......................37 Creating Barcode Labels........................38 Creating QR Code Labels ........................38 Creating Folder Tab Labels ........................ 40 Creating Patch Panel Labels ......................
  • Page 5 Inserting Symbols in Label Editor....................61 Inserting Barcodes in Label Editor .................... 62 Inserting QR Codes in Label Editor................... 64 Inserting Tables in Label Editor....................66 Inserting the Date and Time in Label Editor ................67 Inserting a Background Pattern in Label Editor ................. 68 Inserting Lines and Shapes in Label Editor ................
  • Page 6 Using the Label Editor Lite Wizard ..................105 Feeding and Cutting the Tape in Label Editor Lite ............... 106 Printing Labels With Label Editor Lite ..................107 Applying Your Labels..........................108 Applying Standard Labels ........................ 108 Iron-on Labels ..........................109 Applying Iron-on Labels.......................
  • Page 7 Tape Cartridge Safety Instructions ....................125 AC Adapter Safety Instructions....................126 Battery Safety Instructions......................126 FCC Compliance Statement......................127 Trademarks ............................128 Copyright Notice..........................128 Copyright Attribution ........................129...

  • Page 9: Labelworks Lw-700 User's Guide

    LabelWorks LW-700 User's Guide Welcome to the LabelWorks LW-700 User's Guide.

  • Page 10: Introduction To Your Labelworks Printer

    Introduction to Your LabelWorks Printer See these sections to learn more about your label printer and this manual. Product Box Contents Notations Used in the Documentation Label Printer Part Locations Product Box Contents Make sure your label printer box included all of these parts: Printer AC adapter USB cable...

  • Page 11: Label Printer Part Locations

    • Cautions must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment. • Notes contain important information about your label printer. • Tips contain additional label printing information. Parent topic: Introduction to Your LabelWorks Printer Label Printer Part Locations Check the part illustrations to learn about the parts on your label printer. Label Printer Parts Label Printer Parts - Keyboard Label Printer Parts - Display...
  • Page 12 Display Connectors USB port AC adapter port Parent topic: Label Printer Part Locations...

  • Page 13: Label Printer Parts - Keyboard

    Label Printer Parts - Keyboard Print and cut Print multiple copies or mirror image labels Preview current label Shift Turn printer on/off Connect to computer (PC link) Caps lock Add an accented letter Spacebar...

  • Page 14: Label Printer Parts - Display

    Navigate Select, Enter, or OK Backspace, Cancel, or Escape Add sequence numbers, barcode, or QR code Add symbols Select font size Select font Select language and other preferences Open Edit menu to add frames or other special features Save or create new label, or select a saved label Select a saved label Create a folder tab label Create a cable label...
  • Page 15 Battery level Use of upper or lower case Flashes to indicate accent mark selection Current label number Current line number Cursor Use of Auto cut setting Use of customized font width Current font size Parent topic: Label Printer Part Locations...

  • Page 16: Setting Up The Printer

    Setting Up the Printer Follow the instructions in these sections to set up your label printer. Connecting the AC Adapter Installing Batteries Inserting and Removing Tape Cartridges Turning the Printer On and Off Changing Language and Other Preferences Adjusting the Preview Connecting the AC Adapter Use the AC adapter to power the printer without batteries.

  • Page 17: Installing Batteries

    Installing Batteries You can use batteries instead of the AC adapter when you are not near a power source. The printer requires 6 AA alkaline batteries. Caution: Make sure the power is off before you install batteries. Note: Batteries are not included. 1.

  • Page 18: Inserting And Removing Tape Cartridges

    You can use LabelWorks tapes with widths ranging from 0.25 inch (6 mm) to 1 inch (24 mm). Note: Width measurements in inches are approximate. Use only tape cartridges with this mark: For a complete list of available tape cartridges, go to epson.com/labelworks (U.S.) or epson.ca/labelworks (Canada).
  • Page 19 2. Remove any slack from the tape using a pencil or pen. 3. Lift up the tape cover.
  • Page 20 4. Insert the cartridge as shown and press it down firmly until it snaps into place. Make sure the end of the tape slides into the ejection slot.

  • Page 21: Turning The Printer On And Off

    5. Close the tape cover. To remove a tape cartridge, open the cover, grasp the sides of the tape, and lift it out of the printer. Parent topic: Setting Up the Printer Turning the Printer On and Off Make sure the AC adapter is connected or batteries are installed. •...

  • Page 22: Changing Language And Other Preferences

    The display lights up. • To turn off the printer, press the power button. You see a Powering Off message on the display and your work is saved automatically. Caution: Do not unplug the printer until the display turns off. The printer turns off automatically (and saves your work) if it is not used within 5 minutes.

  • Page 23: Creating Labels Using The Keyboard

    Creating Labels Using the Keyboard You can use the built-in keyboard to design and create a variety of labels. Entering Text Saving Labels Deleting Labels Adding Symbols Adding Frames Adding Tables Changing Font Size Changing the Label Font Adding Punctuation Adding Accented Letters Changing Label Format Settings Entering Text...

  • Page 24: Saving Labels

    Block 1 on the display Block 2 on the display Block 1 printed Block 2 printed • To delete the previous character or line, press the key. • To view a detailed preview of your label, press the key. Parent topic: Creating Labels Using the Keyboard Related tasks Changing Label Format Settings...

  • Page 25: Available Symbols

    1. To add a symbol, press the key. You see a list of symbol categories on the display. 2. Use the key to scroll through the list of categories, then press the key to select the one you want. The symbols appear on the display. 3.

  • Page 26: Adding Frames

    Facility Prohibition Household Food Sports Activity Occasion Shipping Electrical Animals Zodiac Emoticons Parent topic: Adding Symbols Adding Frames You can add frames to your labels, ranging from simple rectangles to graphic borders incorporating images for special occasions and activities. You can add a frame to a block of text, or to the whole label.
  • Page 27 1. To add a frame, press the key. You see the Edit menu on the display. 2. Use the key to highlight Frame & Table and press the key. 3. Highlight Frame and press the key. You see the frames on the display. 4.

  • Page 28: Available Frames

    Available Frames You can select from these frames:...

  • Page 29: Adding Tables

    Parent topic: Adding Frames Adding Tables You can add tables containing up to 8 rows (depending on the width of the tape you are using). You can add as many columns as necessary to each table. 1. To add a table, press the key.

  • Page 30: Changing Font Size

    5. Highlight Whole label or This block, depending on how you want to use the table and press the key. Note: If you select This block, you can add more than one table to a label. 6. To add a new row to the table, press the key.

  • Page 31: Changing The Label Font

    3. Select the number of lines of text on your label (or a setting that represents the font size you want to use). Note: To restore the previous settings, select Equal. You see a list of the size configurations available, with squares representing the text. 4.

  • Page 32: Adding Punctuation

    • To change the font for a specific character, line, or block of text, press the key. Select Font, select the font you want, and select how to apply the font. Note: To apply the font to a specific character or word, place the cursor in front of the word or character before you press the key.

  • Page 33: Changing Label Format Settings

    Parent topic: Creating Labels Using the Keyboard Changing Label Format Settings You can press the key to access the Edit menu, which lets you change various format settings. Some settings affect the entire label, and others can be applied to individual characters, lines, or blocks. 1.
  • Page 34 Setting Options Description Length Auto Sets the length of the label 1 to 15 inches Auto: adjusts the length based on the label content Frame & Table Table Adds tables or frames to a label Frame Margins Minimum Sets the left and right margins of the label Short Tape width /3: sets margins...
  • Page 35 Setting Options Description Border & Line Strikeout Applies strikeout, underlining, borders, or shading to individual Underline characters, lines, blocks, or None entire labels Border The Brdr mesh and Round mesh settings apply shading and Round brdr a rectangular or round border Shading Brdr mesh Round mesh...
  • Page 36 Setting Options Description Vertical* Changes the text orientation to vertical for one block or the entire label Font size Equal Adjusts the font size for a block of text or the entire label 1 Line 2 Lines 3 Lines 4 Lines 5-8 Lines Font Various fonts available...

  • Page 37: Creating Special Format Labels Using The Keyboard

    Creating Special Format Labels Using the Keyboard Follow the instructions in these sections to create special format labels using the built-in keyboard. Creating a Sequence of Labels Creating Barcode Labels Creating QR Code Labels Creating Folder Tab Labels Creating Patch Panel Labels Cable Labels Creating Equipment Management Labels Creating a Sequence of Labels...

  • Page 38: Creating Barcode Labels

    Creating Barcode Labels You can create labels with a variety of barcode types for inventory management and asset tagging. 1. Press the keys. 2. Use the key to highlight one of the following barcode types and press the key: • EAN-8 •...
  • Page 39 Note: When embedding content from social media applications, consider your privacy settings. When embedding content from file storage services, check the sharing settings to ensure that other people can view the content. 1. Press the keys. 2. Select QR CODE and press the key.

  • Page 40: Creating Folder Tab Labels

    Creating Folder Tab Labels Folder tab labels can be folded to display the text on two sides of the label. Note: One-inch (24 mm) wide tape or special folder tab tape is recommended for folder tab labels. 1. Press the key.

  • Page 41: Cable Labels

    1. Press the key. 2. Select Panel and press the key. 3. Select the length of the segments, or select Auto to have the length vary by the label text. 4. Press the key. 5. Enter the text, pressing the key after each segment.

  • Page 42: Creating Cable Labels

    • Include a label on both ends of the cable. • When adhering a flag label to the cable, loop the label around the cord loosely and stick the ends of the label together, then move inward toward the cable. This makes it easier to align the ends. •...
  • Page 43 1. Press the key. You see Overwrite text? on the display. 2. Press the key. You see a preview of the left block of text on the display (4 lines). Below the preview, you see the fourth line of the left block and the first line of the right block. 3.

  • Page 44: Printing Labels Using The Built-In Keyboard

    Printing Labels Using the Built-In Keyboard Follow the instructions in these sections to print using your label printer keyboard. Previewing Labels Printing and Cutting Labels Printing Multiple Copies of a Label Printing Mirror Image Labels Printing Without Cutting Feeding and Cutting the Tape Adjusting Print Density Previewing Labels Before you print, it is a good idea to view a detailed preview of your label.

  • Page 45: Printing Multiple Copies Of A Label

    • To cancel printing, press the key. • To select a saved label for printing, press the key until you see the label you want. Note: Printed labels may be slightly different from their preview images. Parent topic: Printing Labels Using the Built-In Keyboard Printing Multiple Copies of a Label You can select the number of labels you want to print, or print labels continuously until you decide to stop.

  • Page 46: Feeding And Cutting The Tape

    2. Use the key to highlight Auto cut and press the key. 3. Use the key to highlight Off and press the key. 4. Do one of the following: • To print a long ribbon with a repeated pattern (or multiple copies of the same label), press the key and select Print copies.

  • Page 47: Using The Printer With Your Computer

    Using the Printer With Your Computer Follow the instructions in these sections to use the label printer with your computer. Connecting the Printer to Your Computer Using Label Editor for Windows Using Label Editor Lite for OS X Connecting the Printer to Your Computer To use the software with your LabelWorks printer, you need to connect the printer to your computer with the included USB cable.

  • Page 48: Using Label Editor For Windows

    Installing Label Editor Install the Label Editor software using the DVD that came with your label printer. If your computer does not have a DVD drive, you can download the software from Epson's support website. Visit the driver download site (U.S.
  • Page 49 1. Double-click the Label Editor icon on your Windows Desktop. You see this window: Note: If you want to go directly to the main screen when you start Label Editor, check Do Not Display This Dialog at Startup. 2. Select your printer and tape width, if necessary. 3.

  • Page 50: Label Editor Main Window

    Label Editor Main Window Operation guide bar Edit toolbar Text toolbar Font box Green handle Label area (The red line indicates the area that will be printed.) Workspace (You can temporarily move a block to this area outside the label.) Font size box Layout toolbar Standard toolbar...

  • Page 51: Label Editor Toolbars

    Label Editor Toolbars The toolbars on the main window provide easy access to the main features of Label Editor. Edit toolbar Select a block for editing Draw a line or shape on your label Click the arrow next to the icon to see the available shapes, including polygons, stars, freehand lines, and Bézier curves Open a window that lets you design a table to insert on your label Open a window that lets you design a ribbon with repeated text or graphic elements, to be printed...
  • Page 52 Redo the last undo action Open the properties window for the selected block Feed the tape Feed and cut the tape Layout toolbar Rotate the selected block 90° counterclockwise Rotate the selected block 90° clockwise Center the selected block vertically on the label Center the selected block horizontally on the label Evenly distribute multiple blocks horizontally Evenly distribute multiple blocks vertically...

  • Page 53: Designing Labels With Label Editor

    Text toolbar Make the selected text bold Make the selected text italic Underline the selected text Reverse the selected text and background (change black text on white background to white on black) Change the text style Click the arrow next to the icon to select outlining and other special effects Align the text with the left side of the block Align the text in the center of the block Align the text with the right side of the block...

  • Page 54: Creating A Basic Label In Label Editor

    Setting Default Preferences in Label Editor Working With Blocks in Label Editor Adding Borders in Label Editor Inserting Images in Label Editor Inserting Symbols in Label Editor Inserting Barcodes in Label Editor Inserting QR Codes in Label Editor Inserting Tables in Label Editor Inserting the Date and Time in Label Editor Inserting a Background Pattern in Label Editor Inserting Lines and Shapes in Label Editor...
  • Page 55 You see a blank label on the main Label Editor screen: 2. Enter text in the label, then click outside the label. You see your text on the label surrounded by a red line with green handles like this:...
  • Page 56 3. To change the font and size, select the text box and select the font name and font size from the selection boxes. (You can use any font installed on your computer.) 4. To save your label, click the Save icon, enter a file name, and click Save. 5.

  • Page 57: Setting Default Preferences In Label Editor

    Editing Layout in Label Editor Setting Default Preferences in Label Editor You can define default settings for the Label Editor screen, text formatting and printing options, and other features. 1. Open the Settings menu and select Preferences. You see a window like this: 2.
  • Page 58 Your text appears as you type it in. 3. To select the text block you have typed, click outside the text. Green handles appear around the text block: 4. Do any of the following: • To move the block, simply click and drag it as desired. You can add multiple blocks to a label by dragging them to the right of an existing block on the label area.

  • Page 59: Adding Borders In Label Editor

    Adding Borders in Label Editor You can select from a variety of borders for your labels and ribbons. 1. Enter the text for your label. 2. Click the Border icon. You see this window: 3. Select the border you want and click OK. The border appears on your label.

  • Page 60: Inserting Images In Label Editor

    Related tasks Working With Blocks in Label Editor Inserting Images in Label Editor You can add your own logos, photos, or graphics to your labels and ribbons. 1. Click the Image icon. 2. Locate and select the file you want to use on your computer and click Open. You see an outline of your image block.

  • Page 61: Inserting Symbols In Label Editor

    8. When you are finished, click OK. Parent topic: Designing Labels With Label Editor Related tasks Working With Blocks in Label Editor Inserting Symbols in Label Editor You can select from a variety of ready-made graphic symbols to use in your labels and ribbons. 1.

  • Page 62: Inserting Barcodes In Label Editor

    5. Adjust the size and position of the symbol and text. 6. To adjust the symbol format, if necessary, double-click the symbol. You see this window: 7. Select any of the tabs to display the available options. 8. Select the options you want. 9.
  • Page 63 1. Click the Barcode icon. You see this window: 2. Select the type of barcode you want to create. 3. To include the code number beneath the barcode, select the Display text checkbox. 4. Enter the code number for your barcode in the Code box. 5.

  • Page 64: Inserting Qr Codes In Label Editor

    Parent topic: Designing Labels With Label Editor Related tasks Working With Blocks in Label Editor Inserting QR Codes in Label Editor You can create labels with a QR code for many purposes, such as linking to URLs, file storage services, or social media applications.
  • Page 65 You see this window: 2. Select the type of QR code you want to create. 3. Enter the URL or other text in the Code box. 4. Select the Error Correction Level and Symbol Size options as necessary, and click OK. Note: Small or Medium Symbol Size settings are recommended.

  • Page 66: Inserting Tables In Label Editor

    Parent topic: Designing Labels With Label Editor Related tasks Working With Blocks in Label Editor Inserting Tables in Label Editor You can add customized tables to your labels. 1. Click the Table icon. You see this window: 2. Select the table settings you want to use and click OK. The table appears on your label.

  • Page 67: Inserting The Date And Time In Label Editor

    You see a window like this: 5. Select any of the tabs to display the available options. 6. Select the options you want. 7. When you are finished, click OK. Parent topic: Designing Labels With Label Editor Related tasks Working With Blocks in Label Editor Inserting the Date and Time in Label Editor You can add the date and/or time to your labels and have it automatically updated.

  • Page 68: Inserting A Background Pattern In Label Editor

    You see this window: 2. Select the date, update method, and display format options you want to use. 3. Select any of the tabs to display additional text formatting options. 4. Select the options you want. 5. Click OK. You see the outline of your date block. 6.
  • Page 69 1. Open the Insert menu and select Background Pattern. You see this window: 2. Do one of the following: • Select one of the available background patterns.
  • Page 70 • To create your own pattern, click Original Background Pattern, and click New. You see this window: Use the tools to design your pattern and click OK. Once you have designed a pattern, Label Editor saves it with the ready-made background patterns so you can use it again.

  • Page 71: Inserting Lines And Shapes In Label Editor

    • To create a text background pattern, click Text Background Pattern. You see this window: Enter the text for your background, then select the Font, Style, and Size options you want to use. 3. Click OK. You see your background pattern on the Label Editor main screen. Parent topic: Designing Labels With Label Editor Inserting Lines and Shapes in Label Editor...
  • Page 72 2. Click the line or shape you want to draw. Note: If you select the regular polygon shape, you can choose a polygon (and set the number of sides) or a star (and set the number and ratio of points). 3.

  • Page 73: Inserting Text Art In Label Editor

    6. Select any of the tabs to display the available options. 7. Select the options you want. 8. When you are finished, click OK. Parent topic: Designing Labels With Label Editor Related tasks Working With Blocks in Label Editor Inserting Text Art in Label Editor You can add curves or other special effects to text on your labels and ribbons.

  • Page 74: Editing Layout In Label Editor

    You see this window: 4. Select the curve and transformation options you want to use. You see a preview of your text art in the window. 5. Click the Decoration tab. 6. Select any Fill, Border, and Reverse settings you want to use. 7.
  • Page 75 2. Open the Layout menu. 3. Do any of the following. • To reposition overlapping blocks, click Block Order and select any of the available options. • To flip a block horizontally or vertically, click Flip and select one of the options. •...

  • Page 76: Editing Text Design In Label Editor

    Related tasks Working With Blocks in Label Editor Editing Text Design in Label Editor You can use the Text Settings window to apply more text formatting options to your label than those available in the Text toolbar or Text menu. 1.

  • Page 77: Creating Labels From Imported Data In Label Editor

    Creating Equipment Management Labels in Label Editor Using the Label Editor Catalog Creating Numbered Label Sequences in Label Editor Parent topic: Using Label Editor for Windows Creating Labels from Imported Data in Label Editor You can create a series of labels using the data from one or more spreadsheet columns. This lets you quickly create address labels from your entire address book, for example.
  • Page 78 You see a Layout window and a Data window side by side: 4. Click the Import icon. You see a window like this: 5. Select one of the columns that you want to import and click OK. You see the outline of an import frame.
  • Page 79 6. Drag the frame where you want the data to appear on your label. You see the data from the current row on the label layout: 7. Repeat steps 5 and 6 until all the data you want to import appears on the label. 8.

  • Page 80: Creating Ribbons With Repeated Patterns In Label Editor

    You see a window like this: 12. Select the number of labels you want in the Copies box. 13. Select the options you want in the Data Importing section. 14. Click OK to print your labels. Parent topic: Creating Special Format Labels Using Label Editor Creating Ribbons With Repeated Patterns in Label Editor You can easily create ribbons with repeated patterns of text and graphics.
  • Page 81 1. Enter the text for your label. You can use normal text or text art for curved or transformed text. 2. Select the font and size for the text. 3. Add symbols, images, or a border, if desired. 4. Click the Ribbon icon.

  • Page 82: Creating Equipment Management Labels In Label Editor

    Printing Labels in Label Editor Creating Equipment Management Labels in Label Editor You can select from several templates for equipment management labels and modify the templates as necessary. You can create a series of equipment management labels by entering the text manually or by importing it from a file.
  • Page 83 You see a window like this: 3. Do one of the following: • Select Data Entry, enter the text for each field, and click OK. • Select Data Importing (for Multiple Labels), click Reference, and select the data file you want to use.

  • Page 84: Using The Label Editor Catalog

    4. Do any of the following: • To edit the default field labels, double-click each text block and enter the text you want. • To format the text you entered, double-click it on the layout window. • To create additional labels using the same template, enter the text in the Data window. After you complete each row, a blank row appears below it.

  • Page 85: Creating Numbered Label Sequences In Label Editor

    2. Select a category on the left, then scroll through the label images to select the one you want. Note: To limit your selection to the tape width you are using, click the arrow under Tape Width and select the width. 3.
  • Page 86 You see this window: 3. Select Numerals or Alphabetic Value as the Attributes option. 4. Enter one or more # symbols as the Format option to represent the number of digits you want in your sequence. 5. For Initial Value, enter the starting number or letter for your sequence. 6.

  • Page 87: Printing Labels With Label Editor

    12. To save your label project, click the Save icon, enter a file name, and click Save. 13. Click the Print icon. You see a window like this: 14. Select the number of copies of each label you want to print. 15.

  • Page 88: Printing Labels In Label Editor

    Printing Labels in Label Editor Label Editor Printer Settings Print-Paste Printing in Label Editor Parent topic: Using Label Editor for Windows Printing Labels in Label Editor When you have finished designing a label, you are ready to print. 1. Click the Print icon. You see a window like this: 2.
  • Page 89 3. If you are printing a numbered sequence of labels, select the Paginate with Alphanumeric Sequence checkbox. 4. If you are printing a series of labels with imported data, select the options you want in the Data Importing section. 5. To turn off collation when printing multiple copies of labels with imported data, select the Print Order checkbox in the Import section.

  • Page 90: Label Editor Printer Settings

    10. Select the options you want. 11. Click OK to close the window. 12. Click OK to print. Parent topic: Printing Labels With Label Editor Related references Label Editor Printer Settings Label Editor Printer Settings The Printer Settings options let you adjust many label features as you print, including the orientation of text and mirror printing.
  • Page 91 Setting Options Description Tape Width Various widths available Sets the width of the loaded tape Get Tape Width: detects the width of the loaded tape automatically Orientation Vertical Sets the orientation of the label text Horizontal Print Setting Mirror Print Select Yes for mirror-image printing on clear labels for use on transparent surfaces...

  • Page 92: Print-Paste Printing In Label Editor

    Setting Options Description View Setting Display tape width Displays selected information confirmation message before printing Print Preview Unit mm(mm) Selects the units of measurement used in Label Editor inches(in) Utilities tab Feed and Cut Select to feed, or feed and cut labels, or to restart the printer driver Feed Printer Drivers Restart Parent topic:...
  • Page 93 You see an expanded area on the layout window, like this: 5. Drag the import frames from the original label to the additional labels in the display window. You see your individual print-paste labels, like this: 6. Click the Print icon.
  • Page 94 You see a window like this: 7. Select the Set Print Range checkbox in the Print-Paste Printing section. 8. Select the individual labels you want to print. 9. To turn off collation when printing multiple copies, select the Print Order checkbox in the Print-Paste Printing section.

  • Page 95: Using Label Editor Lite For Os X

    3. Click Epson Label Editor Lite in the list of apps. 4. Click Free. The button name changes to Install App. 5. Click Install App. 6. Download the printer driver from Epson's support website and install it. Visit the driver download site (U.S. downloads Canadian downloads).

  • Page 96: Starting Label Editor Lite

    Starting Label Editor Lite After you have installed the Label Editor Lite software and connected the printer to your computer, you can start using Label Editor Lite. 1. Choose Applications > Label Editor Lite. You see the main screen: Parent topic: Getting Started With Label Editor Lite Related tasks Connecting the Printer to Your Computer...

  • Page 97: Label Editor Lite Main Window

    Label Editor Lite Main Window Label preview area File area History area Insert area Text editing area Font settings area Tape length settings area Tape width settings area Printing area Zoom area...

  • Page 98: Designing Labels With Label Editor Lite

    Using Label Editor Lite for OS X Setting Default Preferences in Label Editor Lite You can define default settings for the Label Editor Lite screen, text formatting and printing options, and other features. 1. Open the Epson Label Editor Lite menu and select Preferences.
  • Page 99 You see a window like this: 2. Select the options you want to use as default settings. Note: The settings are applied to the next object you create. 3. Click OK. 4. Click OK again. You return to the main window.

  • Page 100: Creating A Basic Label In Label Editor Lite

    Parent topic: Designing Labels With Label Editor Lite Creating a Basic Label in Label Editor Lite You can easily create a label with text and graphics and print it on your label printer. 1. Start Label Editor Lite. You see the main Label Editor Lite screen: 2.

  • Page 101: Formatting Text In Label Editor Lite

    4. To change the font and size, select the text box, and select the font name and font size from the selection boxes. (You can use any font installed on your computer.) 5. To save your label, click the save icon, enter the file name, select any tags, and click Save. 6.

  • Page 102: Inserting Images In Label Editor Lite

    1. Enter text or click the text in a label. 2. Do any of the following: • Change the font by selecting it in the font list • Emphasize the text using the bold, italic, underline, or strikethrough buttons or menu options •...

  • Page 103: Inserting The Date And Time In Label Editor Lite

    4. Select the Image Position and Threshold Value options you want to use. 5. Click OK. Parent topic: Designing Labels With Label Editor Lite Inserting the Date and Time in Label Editor Lite You can add the date and/or time to your labels and have it automatically updated. 1.

  • Page 104: Inserting Qr Codes In Label Editor Lite

    1. Enter text in a label. 2. Click the border icon. You see this window: 3. Select the Border, Line Style, and Line Thickness options you want to use. 4. Click OK. The border appears in the label. Parent topic: Designing Labels With Label Editor Lite Inserting QR Codes in Label Editor Lite You can create labels with a QR code for many purposes, such as linking to URLs, file storage services,...

  • Page 105: Using The Label Editor Lite Wizard

    Note: When embedding content from social media applications, consider your privacy settings. When embedding content from file storage services, check the sharing settings to ensure that other people can view the content. 1. Click the QR code icon. You see this window: 2.

  • Page 106: Feeding And Cutting The Tape In Label Editor Lite

    You see a window like this: 2. Click the arrow to expand the list of template files. Note: Template previews appear in the template window. 3. Select a template and click OK. The template opens on the Label Editor Lite main screen. 4.

  • Page 107: Printing Labels With Label Editor Lite

    Printing Labels With Label Editor Lite When you have finished designing a label, you are ready to print. 1. Click the print icon. You see a window like this: 2. Select the number of copies. 3. Select the Mirror Print checkbox if you want the label to print on clear tape to be used on a transparent surface.

  • Page 108: Applying Your Labels

    Caution: Depending on the environment and the surface to which you attach them, labels may peel off or become discolored, and the adhesive may remain on or damage the surface. Epson is not responsible for any damage or loss due to these causes.

  • Page 109: Iron-On Labels

    Parent topic: Applying Your Labels Iron-on Labels You can apply iron-on labels to the following types of fabric: • 100% cotton • 100% linen • 100% polyester • Cotton/polyester blends • Fabrics with a flat, smooth surface Note: Do not apply iron-on labels to textured fabrics such as terry cloth, corduroy, or flannel; roughly woven fabrics;...

  • Page 110: Iron-On Label Tips

    5. Press the iron firmly down on the entire label, holding the iron still for about 10 to 15 seconds. Repeat this step 3 or 4 times. Parent topic: Iron-on Labels Iron-on Label Tips Keep this information in mind when using iron-on labels: •...
  • Page 111 • Never clean the labels with chemicals or solvents such as benzine, thinner, or alcohol. Otherwise, the print on the label may become faint or distorted. • If labels are exposed to direct sunlight for long periods of time, yellowing may occur. •...

  • Page 112: Cleaning The Printer

    Cleaning the Printer Follow the instructions in these sections to clean your label printer. Cleaning the Outside of the Printer Cleaning the Print Head Cleaning the Outside of the Printer Before cleaning the printer, turn off the power and unplug the AC adapter. •...
  • Page 113 4. Use a dry cotton swab to gently clean the print head as shown. Parent topic: Cleaning the Printer Related tasks Inserting and Removing Tape Cartridges...

  • Page 114: Solving Problems

    Solutions to Problems Attaching Labels Solutions to Problems With Iron-on Labels Where to Get Help Checking for Software Updates Periodically, it's a good idea to check Epson's support website for free updates to your product software. Visit the driver download site (U.S. downloads Canadian downloads).
  • Page 115 Motor error! An error occurred in the motor operation. Turn the power off, then turn it back on. If the same message appears, turn the power off again and contact Epson for technical support. Parent topic: Solving Problems Related references...

  • Page 116: Resetting The Printer

    Resetting the Printer The printer may stop functioning because of static electricity or other causes. If your printer does not function normally (for example, the power does not turn on or off, or the display is distorted), you can reset the printer. Caution: Resetting your printer erases all saved labels and formatting and returns your printer to its default settings.

  • Page 117: Solutions To Computer Printing Problems

    • Make sure you have entered text for your label. • Replace the tape cartridge if necessary. Make sure the cartridge is correctly inserted. • Replace the batteries or connect the AC adapter. • Make sure the rear cover is closed. Parent topic: Solving Problems Related tasks...

  • Page 118: Solutions To Tape Cutting Problems

    • Make sure Auto Cut is selected on the printer. • If you are printing from your computer, make sure the cut setting option is set. • If the cutter blade is dull, contact Epson for technical support. Parent topic:...

  • Page 119: Solutions To Problems Attaching Labels

    • If an item needs frequent washing, you may need to sew on the label instead of ironing it. Parent topic: Solving Problems Related concepts Iron-on Labels Where to Get Help If you need to contact Epson for technical support services, use the following support options. Internet Support Visit Epson's support website at epson.com/support (U.S.) or epson.ca/support (Canada) for solutions to common problems.
  • Page 120 Days and hours of support are subject to change without notice. Toll or long distance charges may apply. Purchase Supplies and Accessories Epson offers a wide array of tapes and ribbons for multiple uses. You can purchase tape cartridges and accessories at epson.com/labelworks (U.S.) or...

  • Page 121: Technical Specifications

    Hard drive space About 300MB Display 1024 × 768 (XGA) or higher resolution Interface USB 1.1 Full-speed Note: Visit Epson's support website at epson.com/support (U.S.) or epson.ca/support (Canada) for the latest in compatibility and drivers for your product. Parent topic:...

  • Page 122: Label Printer Specifications

    Hard drive space About 40MB Display 1024 × 768 (XGA) or higher resolution Interface USB 1.1 Full-speed Note: Visit Epson's support website at epson.com/support (U.S.) or epson.ca/support (Canada) for the latest in compatibility and drivers for your product. Parent topic:...

  • Page 123: Label Printer Power Supply Specifications

    Label Printer Power Supply Specifications AC adapter type AST1116Z1-1 dedicated adapter, power cable only Manufacturer Seiko Epson Corp. Input AC100–240V, 0.4A, 50–60Hz Output DC11V, 1.64A Total output power 18 W Battery AA alkaline battery × 6 AA Ni-MH battery × 6...

  • Page 124: Notices

    Notices Check these sections for important notices about your label printer. Note: Epson offers a recycling program for end of life products. Please go to epson.com/recycle information on how to return your products for proper disposal. Important Safety Instructions FCC Compliance Statement...

  • Page 125: Tape Cartridge Safety Instructions

    • Do not block or insert objects into the AC adapter port or tape ejection slot. • Avoid locations that are subject to rapid changes in heat or humidity, shocks or vibrations, or dust. • Do not place or store the product in the following locations: outdoors or in direct sunlight; near sources of excessive heat, humidity, shocks, vibrations, or dust;...

  • Page 126: Ac Adapter Safety Instructions

    Related references Label Editor Printer Settings Related tasks Printing Labels With Label Editor Lite AC Adapter Safety Instructions • Use only the AC adapter and power cord that came with your product. Do not use the AC adapter with any other equipment and use only with the specified voltage. Using the wrong AC adapter and power cord may result in damage, overheating, fire, or electric shock.

  • Page 127: Fcc Compliance Statement

    • Use AA alkaline batteries or nickel-hydride rechargeable batteries. Note: SANYO eneloop are the only compatible rechargeable batteries, and they may not be available in all regions. If you use these nickel-hydride rechargeables, follow the instructions on the batteries and the charger. •...

  • Page 128: Trademarks

    Seiko Epson Corporation. The information contained herein is designed only for use with this Epson product. Epson is not responsible for any use of this information as applied to other products.

  • Page 129: Copyright Attribution

    Neither Seiko Epson Corporation nor its affiliates shall be liable to the purchaser of this product or third parties for damages, losses, costs, or expenses incurred by purchaser or third parties as a result of: accident, misuse, or abuse of this product or unauthorized modifications, repairs, or alterations to this product, or (excluding the U.S.) failure to strictly comply with Seiko Epson Corporation's operating and...

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