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  • Page 1 User Manual...
  • Page 2 Copyright and Trademarks Disclaimer This manual is proprietary to Brady Worldwide, Inc. (hereafter "Brady"), and may be revised from time to time without notice. Brady disclaims any understanding to provide you with such revisions, if any. This manual is copyrighted with all rights reserved. No portion of this manual may be copied or reproduced by any means without the prior written consent of Brady.
  • Page 3 Brady’s satisfaction to have been defective at the time Brady sold it. This warranty does not extend to any persons obtaining the product from the buyer. THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND OF ANY OTHER OBLIGATIONS OR LIABILITY ON BRADY’S PART.
  • Page 4 China: Repair and Return If for any reason you need to return the BradyPrinter i3300 printer for repair, please contact Brady Technical Support for repair and replacement information. Document Conventions When using this document, it is important that you understand the conventions used throughout the manual.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Configuring a Direct USB Connection ..............16 Setting System Defaults..................18 3 • Printing Labels Navigation and Status ..................... 19 Material Details ....................19 Creating Labels ......................20 Print Adjustments ....................20 Print Energy ......................20 Horizontal Offset ....................21 Vertical Offset ......................21 BradyPrinter i3300...
  • Page 6 Agency Compliance and Approvals............... 42 United States .......................42 FCC Notice ....................42 Canada ........................42 Mexico .........................42 Europe .........................43 RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU, 2015/863/EU ..........43 Batteries Directive 2006/66/EC ..............43 Turkey .........................43 China and Taiwan ....................43 Wireless Regulatory Information................44 United States .......................44 BradyPrinter i3300...
  • Page 7 Canada ........................45 Mexico .........................45 European Union ....................45 Brazil ........................46 International ......................46 BradyPrinter i3300...

  • Page 8: Introduction

    1 Introduction Thank you for purchasing the BradyPrinter i3300, which you can use to create and print professional- looking industrial labels and signs. All you have to do is: • Drop in a ribbon cartridge. You can choose from a wide range of single-color ribbons.

  • Page 9: Compatible Applications

    The BradyPrinter i3300 is compatible with Brady Workstation desktop software. When used with Brady Workstation software, the printer will automatically recognize all enabled and compatible materials up to 4 in. (101.6 mm) wide. For operation of the printer with other software, refer to the documentation for your application.

  • Page 10: Setup

    Note: Be sure to remove any transportation protection from around the print head and inside the enclosure cover. What’s in the Box • BradyPrinter i3300 • Documentation CD including: electronic Quick Start Guide, electronic User’s Manual and web links •...

  • Page 11: Printer Components

    Note: The printer is equipped with a universal power supply and can be operated with a voltage of 100 to 240 V~, 50- to 60 Hz. The printer senses the voltage type and automatically adjusts for the power source. BradyPrinter i3300...

  • Page 12: Power

    5. Slide the time indicator dot left (decrease) or right (increase) for the amount of inactive time that can elapse before the printer automatically shuts down. Alternatively you can press the minus (-) button to decrease or the plus (+) button to increase the time. 6. Tap to return to the home screen. BradyPrinter i3300...

  • Page 13: Put The Printer Into Sleep Mode

    Use this procedure to reboot the printer. 1. Press and hold for at least 5 seconds. The system performs the initialization process and starts the printer. 2. When the Home page displays, you can continue with your label activities. BradyPrinter i3300...

  • Page 14: Install Or Change Supplies

    Install or Change Supplies Install or Change Supplies Brady and ribbon cartridges use a “smart cell” to define and track information. The system automatically recognizes the installed and ribbon. Note: The printer can be either on or off when changing supplies.

  • Page 15: Install Or Change Supplies

    Install or Change Supplies 1. Open the enclosure cover. 2. Release the latch on the print head door [2] and swing open. 3. Swing yellow supply wiper [3] to the back, if engaged. BradyPrinter i3300...
  • Page 16 10. Close and latch print head door, then close enclosure cover. 11. If printer was asleep, press . The system detects the installed supplies, sets background and foreground colors, indicates the label dimensions and the amount of remaining supplies. BradyPrinter i3300...

  • Page 17: Recycling The Label And Ribbon Cartridges

    CAUTION! Always wear Person Protective Equipment (PPE) when dismantling a cartridge. Dismantling the Ribbon Cartridge 1. Using your thumbnail or the blade of the screwdriver, apply pressure to push the clear plastic locking tabs up until the cartridge unlocks. Lock Tabs BradyPrinter i3300...

  • Page 18: Recycling Components

    5. Remove the ribbon spools from the center of the cardboard core. Recycling Components Component Material Recycle Bin Ribbon Cartridge (opaque) #5 PP Smart Cell Electronic Electronic Waste Cardboard Core Cardboard #20 C PAP Ribbon Spools (white) #6 PS BradyPrinter i3300...

  • Page 19: Dismantling The Label Cartridge

    6. Repeat this process on the other side of the cartridge. Locking End Cap 7. Remove the cardboard tube by pushing the center core out from the tube or by cutting the tube off of the core. BradyPrinter i3300...

  • Page 20: Recycling Components

    Recycling Components Component Material Recycle Bin Cardboard Tube Cardboard #20 C PAP Cartridge Guides #7 PC Center Cylinder #7 POM Smart Cell Holder #7 POM Smart Cell Electronic Electronic Waste Locking End Caps #7 POM Center Core #7 ABS BradyPrinter i3300...

  • Page 21: Connecting The Printer

    If no DNS server is being used, enter 0.0.0.0 IMPORTANT! 8. Tap on the back button to get to the Advanced Network Settings screen in order for the fields entered to take effect. 9. If DHCP was selected, no additional fields need to be entered. BradyPrinter i3300...

  • Page 22: Wi-Fi

    Connect to a Wi-Fi network either by searching for and selecting a network or by manually entering the network settings. Once connected, the printer can communicate with devices on that network. Devices can only communicate with the printer using either Brady Workstation software. Search to Connect To connect to a Wi-Fi wireless network: 1.

  • Page 23: Configuring Other Networks

    , click 3. In the wizard Install the software automatically (if it is not already selected). Click Next The print driver installs. This takes a minute or two. 5. When complete, in the wizard, click Finish BradyPrinter i3300...
  • Page 24 Setup Connecting the Printer The BradyPrinter i3300 is now available to receive information from your computer labeling program. When printing from the computer, the printer must be attached to it via the USB cable. Be sure to select the BradyPrinter i3300 in the print dialog box of the labeling program.

  • Page 25: Setting System Defaults

    3. Select System Configuration. 4. Choose the setting to change. • Language Select the desired language for messages displayed by the printer. • Measurement Units Inches or Millimeters • Date and Time Power Save Mode (see page • BradyPrinter i3300...

  • Page 26: Printing Labels

    The printer cannot read the memory cell on the label roll. Labels may not be installed, may be installed incorrectly, or the memory cell may be corrupted. The printer is receiving data from the Brady Workstation software. blinking Material Details To see detailed information about the installed supplies, click the label or ribbon part number in the status bar to open the Material Details screen.

  • Page 27: Creating Labels

    Creating Labels Creating Labels Create label files using Brady Workstation software. When you first create a label file, you specify the printer. This allows the software to provide features specific to your printer. Also, the software automatically detects the ribbon and labels installed in the printer.

  • Page 28: Horizontal Offset

    If no setting is used, the default will be the cut location set in Brady Workstation. Note: The label size for die-cut labels is already set and cannot be adjusted.

  • Page 29: Bpl Scripts

    1. Plug the keyboard’s USB cable into the USB port on the printer. 2. On the Home screen tap Settings. 3. Select External Hardware. 4. Select USB Keyboard then choose the appropriate type of keyboard from the list. BradyPrinter i3300...

  • Page 30: Printing Labels

    Note: For die-cut labels, the supply advances to the cut position which is the next die-cut label. For continuous labels, the supply advances two inches each time you press the Feed button. 2. If desired, press Cut button. The printer will cut off the label. BradyPrinter i3300...

  • Page 31: Printing Two-Sided Sleeve Material

    8. Close the print head door and the enclosure cover and print side two of the markers. 9. When the job is complete, open the enclosure cover and print head door. 10. Lift the supply bridge up and snap into place on the enclosure cover. 11. Close the enclosure cover. BradyPrinter i3300...

  • Page 32: Using System Tools

    3. Select the check box next to specific fonts or graphics to delete or choose the Select All button at the bottom of the screen. If you know the name of the font or graphic, press to search for it. 4. Touch the desired option for sorting. 5. Review your selections and press the Delete button. BradyPrinter i3300...

  • Page 33: Installing Firmware Upgrades

    2. Point to Help and then, under the Downloads heading, click Firmware. 3. Find the most recent BradyPrinter i3300 firmware upgrade in the list and click it. You can sort the list alphabetically to make it easier to find the printer model.

  • Page 34: Maintenance

    The About screen displays version numbers for various components of the system. Check the Firmware driver version when considering a firmware upgrade. Use the remaining information on the About screen if instructed by Brady Support. To view system information: 1. From the home page, tap Settings.
  • Page 35 4. Release the ribbon cartridge latch [3] and lift the ribbon cartridge up and out. 5. Move yellow supply wiper [4] to the back. 6. Move yellow supply guides [5] to full-open. 7. Remove cartridge from the slots of the holder [6]. BradyPrinter i3300...

  • Page 36: Cleaning The Printer

    1. Lightly moisten a lint-free cloth with isopropyl alcohol, or use a pre-moistened cloth suitable for cleaning a PC screen. 2. Gently rub the damp cloth across the screen until all of the residue is removed. BradyPrinter i3300...

  • Page 37: Cleaning The Cutter Blade

    Cleaning the Printer Cleaning the Cutter Blade Note: When cleaning the cutter, you should also clean the supply and cutter sensors. Materials Required • BradyPrinter i3300 Cleaning Kit (Cat # B31-CCT) • Isopropyl Alcohol • Cutter Cleaning Tool (included in cleaning kit) 1.
  • Page 38 5. Close the cutting blade by pushing up on the exit chute until the cutter tabs snap into place. Note: You may need to hold print head door up slightly to access the exit chute. 6. Replace the ribbon and label cartridges. 7. Close all covers and plug in the power cord. BradyPrinter i3300...

  • Page 39: Cleaning The Sensors

    The cutter sensor is located above the cutting blade and is visible only when the cutter is released. Materials Required • BradyPrinter i3300 Cleaning Kit (Cat # B31-CCT) • Isopropyl Alcohol 1. Remove power and supplies from the printer (see Pre-maintenance Operations”...

  • Page 40: Cleaning The Cutter Blade Exit Area

    Note: You should clean the exit area after cleaning the cutter blade and sensors. The cleaning swab may be damaged when cleaning the exit area. Materials Required • BradyPrinter i3300 Cleaning Kit (Cat # B31-CCT) • Isopropyl Alcohol 1. Remove power and supplies from the printer (see Pre-maintenance Operations”...

  • Page 41: Dust Cleaning

    Dust generated by supply cuts can accumulate in the unit. If a significant amount of dust is built up, clean the unit using this procedure. Materials Required • BradyPrinter i3300 Cleaning Kit (Cat # B31-CCT) • Isopropyl Alcohol • Compressed Air Bottle, purchased locally (e.g., HOSA AIR-464 Gear Duster) CAUTION! Always wear safety glasses when using compressed air.

  • Page 42: Replacing The Supply Wiper

    4. To replace the wiper, insert the lip of the wiper insert into the slot [16] of the wiper arm and slide in until the tab snaps into place. 5. Replace the ribbon and label supply. 6. Close all covers and plug in the power cord. BradyPrinter i3300...

  • Page 43: Clearing Jams

    3. Check whether any cleaning is needed. If cleaning is required, see Cleaning the Printer” on page 29 for details. 4. Reload ribbon and labels and clear all error messages. Cutter Jam To clear a jam from the cutter: 1. Cut the supply as shown below. BradyPrinter i3300...
  • Page 44 3. Rotate the cutter gear counter-clockwise to lower the blade. 4. Remove the supply. 5. Rotate the gear clock-wise to raise the blade. 6. Push the cutter mechanism back into place so that the pins snap into place. BradyPrinter i3300...

  • Page 45: Troubleshooting

    Adjust the print energy setting (see Print Energy” on page 20). • Reinstall the ribbon cartridge. No print on the label. The label or ribbon is not loaded correctly or out of ribbon. • Load a new ribbon. BradyPrinter i3300...
  • Page 46 Adjust supply guides so they are frames around label causing a producing slack that allows the labels snug against the labels. To make slight misalignment of the to shift during printing. fine adjustments to the frame, frame. (see Print Energy” on page 20.) BradyPrinter i3300...

  • Page 47: A • Regulatory And Licensing

    © End User License Agreement for Microsoft Windows CE You have acquired a device that includes software licensed by Brady Worldwide, Inc. from Microsoft Licensing or its affiliates (“MS”). Those installed software products of Microsoft origin, as well as associated media, printed materials, and “online” or electronic documentation (“SOFTWARE”) are protected by international intellectual property laws and treaties.
  • Page 48 SOFTWARE, including the U.S. Export Administration Regulations, as well as end-user, end-use, and country destination restrictions issued by U.S. and other governments. For additional information on exporting the SOFTWARE, see http://www.microsoft.com/exporting. BradyPrinter i3300...

  • Page 49: Agency Compliance And Approvals

    IFETEL notice: La operación de este equipo está sujeta a las siguientes dos condiciones: (1) es posible que este equipo o dispositivo no cause interferencia perjudicial y (2) este equipo o dispositivo debe aceptar cualquier interferencia, incluyendo la que pueda causar su operación no deseada. BradyPrinter i3300...

  • Page 50: Europe

    Turkish Ministry of Environment and Forestry (Directive on the Restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment). Türkiye Cumhuriyeti: EEE Yönetmeliğine Uygundur China and Taiwan Find RoHS Declaration information for this product at www.BradyID.com/i3300compliance BradyPrinter i3300...

  • Page 51: Wireless Regulatory Information

    Antenna Type \ Antenna Gain PCB trace antenna \ -3.06 dBi Environmental Operation -40 to 85° C (-40° to 185° F) Note: Be mindful of Brady host printer user guide for maximum operating temperatures Environmental Storage -55 to 125° C (-67° to 257° F)
  • Page 52 Radio Equipment Directive (RED) 2014/53/EC a. Frequency band(s) in which the radio equipment operates; 2.401GHz to 2.483GHz b. Maximum radio-frequency power transmitted in the frequency band(s) in which the radio equipment operate; < +20dBm EIRP (100mW) BradyPrinter i3300...
  • Page 53 Este produto contém a placa model GS2011MIPS, código de homologação ANATEL 4208- 15-3693. International The WiFi radio module used in Brady host printers comply with internationally recognized standards covering human exposure to electromagnetic fields, i.e. EN 62311 "Assessment of electronic and electrical equipment related to human exposure restrictions for electromagnetic fields (0 Hz - 300 GHz)".
  • Page 54 Tel: +32 (0) 52 45 78 11 Mexico.............525-399-6963 New Zealand........61-2-8717-2200 Brady Corporation Asia Philippines..........63-2-658-2077 1 Kaki Bukit Crescent Singapore..........65-6477-7261 Singapore 416236 Taiwan..........886-3-327-7788 www.bradycorp.com/global Thailand..........66-2-793-9200 Tel: 65-6477-7261 i3300 User Manual (Printed-English): Rev 28/2/2019 © 2019 Brady Worldwide, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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