Media Setup; Brady Mode - Brady BP-IP300 Operation/Configuration Manual

Installation

Media Setup

Since print quality is affected by media and ribbon, printing speeds and printer
operating modes, it is very important to run tests for your applications.
We STRONGLY RECOMMEND the use of Brady-brand supplies and
LabelMark, IdentiLab or BradySoft labeling software for uninterrupted
high-quality printing. These products will allow you to use all of the special
features of the printer, especially Brady mode (hassle-free operation).

Brady Mode

The use of Brady-brand supplies and LabelMark, BradySoft or IdentiLab
labeling software allow access to the full operation of Brady mode. Brady
mode, or hassle-free operation, provides the following advantages:
The printer always automatically sets up the heat setting, print speed and
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sensor information and verifies that the installed ribbon is approved for the
installed label.
The software recognizes what label is installed and automatically organizes
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the label height and width, label printable area, zone information, label and
ribbon color, number of parts across the web, spacing between parts and
default rotation.
The software and printer will be properly configured whether you open an
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existing part or create a new one.
The printer LCD display also shows an estimated amount of labels and
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ribbon remaining (Figure 12).
If the printer is operated with non-Brady software and/or non-Brady labels,
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the printer will function only as a standard THT printer. Refer to Standard
Mode on page 16.
The LCD display shows:
The Brady logo in the top, left corner which indicates that the printer is
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operating in Brady mode.
The online status of the printer.
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The material number and estimated amount remaining.
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The ribbon type and estimated amount remaining.
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