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  • Page 1 User’s Manual...

  • Page 2: Copyright And Trademarks

    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. While every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this document, Brady...
  • Page 3 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”...

  • Page 4: Brady Warranty

    Brady warrants to the buyer that its products are free from defects in material and workmanship, but limits its obligation under this warranty to replacement of the product shown to Brady’s satisfaction to have been defective at the time Brady...

  • Page 5: Agency Compliance And Approvals

    Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interference, in which case required corrective measures will be at the owner’s expense.The user is cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved by Brady Worldwide, Inc. could void the user’s authority to use the equipment.

  • Page 6: Safety And Environment

    Safety and Environment Precautions Safety and Environment Please read and understand this manual before using the BBP™31 Sign & Label Printer for the first time. This manual describes all of the main functions of the BBP™31 printer. Precautions Before using the BBP™31 printer, please note the following precautions: •...

  • Page 7: Technical Support And Registration

    Technical Support and Registration Repair and Return Technical Support and Registration Contact Information For repair or technical assistance, locate your regional Brady Technical Support office by going to: Americas: • www.bradyid.com Europe: • www.bradyeurope.com Asia Pacific: • www.bradycorp.com Registration Information To register your printer, go to www.bradycorp.com/register.

  • Page 8: Overview

    Overview Conventions Overview About this Document The purpose of this guide is to provide information and instructions on using the BBP™31 Sign & Label Printer. Conventions When using this document, it is important that you understand the conventions used throughout the manual. All User actions are indicated by Bold text.

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents Copyright and Trademarks ..................iii End User License Agreement for Microsoft Windows CE©........iv Brady Warranty ......................v Agency Compliance and Approvals.................vi Safety and Environment...................vii Technical Support and Registration ..............viii Overview ........................ix 1 - Introduction Features and Functions ..................1-1 Compatible Applications..................1-2 System Specifications....................
  • Page 10 Contents Setting up the System Defaults ................2-13 Set Clock ....................2-14 Localization and Unit of Measure .............. 2-15 Set Text Defaults ..................2-16 Set Barcode Defaults................. 2-17 Set Printing ....................2-18 Customizing Home Page Defaults ............... 2-19 Displaying System Information................2-20 3 - Working with Labels Create Labels......................
  • Page 11 Contents Working with Barcodes ..................4-19 Changing a Barcode ..................4-19 Changing Barcode Options ................4-20 Barcode Size ..................... 4-20 Barcode Ratio ................... 4-20 Barcode Density ..................4-21 Human-Readable Text Options..............4-22 Handling Objects ....................4-23 Editing Objects ....................4-23 Moving Objects ....................
  • Page 12 Contents 7 - Using System Tools Import Graphics ...................... 7-1 Delete Imported Graphics..................7-3 Import Fonts ......................7-4 Printer Upgrades ..................... 7-5 Installing Software Upgrades................. 7-5 Upgrade from a PC ................... 7-5 Upgrade from USB Flash Drive ................7-6 8 - Maintenance Printer Maintenance ....................
  • Page 13 Contents C - Specialty Label Types Pipe Markers......................C-1 Set Up Pipe Marker Options ................C-1 Create Pipe Marker Labels ................C-3 Save, Open or Delete a Pipe Marker Label ............C-10 QuickLabels......................C-11 Creating Quick Labels ..................C-11 Quick Label Reference Images................C-13 Admittance, Exit, Confined Spaces ..............C-13 Alerts and First Aid ..................C-14 Chemical - Hazardous Materials ..............C-14 Conduit - Voltage ....................C-15...

  • Page 14: Introduction

    Type your text and insert objects or symbols of your choice; or choose a preformatted layout design. Material and ribbons from Brady Corporation are programmed with the ability to communicate with the printer and software. This allows you to gain the full benefit of the...

  • Page 15: Compatible Applications

    Compatible Applications Compatible Applications The BBP™31 Sign & Label Printer is compatible with the following software applications (when connected to a PC): LOCKOUT-PRO™ Graphical Procedure Writing Software • CHEMLABEL™ Software • NetDoc Cable Management Software System • MarkWare™ Tape and Label Software •...

  • Page 16: Keyboard Configurations

    Keyboard Configurations Keyboard Configurations Your keyboard configuration depends on the region where you do business. The following are the currently supported keyboard configurations. There are five keypad configurations available for the BBP™31 Sign & Label Printer. The keypad layouts and the language supported by each are as follows: Keyboard Type Language Applied Americas QWERTY...

  • Page 17: About Menus, Dialog Boxes And Screens

    About Menus, Dialog Boxes and Screens Home Page About Menus, Dialog Boxes and Screens The following information describes the menus, dialog boxes and screens used in the BBP™31 Sign & Label Printer system. Home Page The Home page automatically displays when you first start the printer. The main sections of the Home page are: Item Icon...

  • Page 18: Tools Panel

    About Menus, Dialog Boxes and Screens Tools Panel Tools Panel The Tools panel contains options for editing a label. If no label is selected, the panel contains only the Help button. Undo is available only when there is an operation to undo. Delete and Size are available only when you have an object selected.

  • Page 19: Menu

    About Menus, Dialog Boxes and Screens Menu Menu To display menu options: 1. Touch to display the menu options. 2. Choose from the following areas: File: Create new file, open existing file, save a file or delete a file. • Label: Change the size and orientation, add a frame around the label, or •...

  • Page 20: Control Panel

    About Menus, Dialog Boxes and Screens Control Panel Control Panel The Control Panel provides options specific to the object selected or the function being performed. Home Page Control Panel From the Home page, the control panel provides options for selecting available label types (e.g., Pipe Markers, Right-to-Know, etc.).

  • Page 21: Button Actions

    Button Actions Control Panel Button Actions These button actions are used throughout the system. Unless necessary, button actions are assumed to be understood and are not included in the procedures. Help • : Available at any time by touching the help button. You can also access the user guide from the product CD that comes with the printer.

  • Page 22: Available Label Types

    Available Label Types Control Panel Available Label Types From the Home page, you can access all of the available label types. You can see all available label types by pressing More Label Types Note: Not all label types will be available with all configurations. Icon Description General Templates: Templates for creating commonly-used label...

  • Page 23: Setting Up Your Printer

    Setting up Your Printer Unpacking and Setting up Printer Carefully unpack and inspect the printer surfaces (interior and exterior) and the labeling system for possible damage during shipping. Note: Be sure to remove any transportation protection from around the printhead and inside the enclosure cover.

  • Page 24: System Components

    Unpacking and Setting up Printer System Components System Components Figure 2-1. Printer Components Stylus Display (with touchscreen) Power Button Enclosure Cover Label Exit Media Wiper Media Guides Media Cutter 10 Ribbon Cartridge 11 Ribbon Cover 12 USB and Expansion Ports 13 Keyboard Note: The printer is equipped with a universal power supply and can be operated with a supply voltage of 100 to 240 V~, 50- to 60 Hz.

  • Page 25: Setting Up The Printer

    Unpacking and Setting up Printer Setting up the Printer Setting up the Printer Connect Printer Power To setup the printer: 1. Plug the power cord into the printer at the location shown. 2. Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC power outlet. The printer automatically comes on and displays the primary Home Page.

  • Page 26: Install Or Change Supplies

    Unpacking and Setting up Printer Setting up the Printer Install or Change Supplies The media and ribbon supply cartridges use a “smart cell” to define and track the supply information. The system automatically recognizes the supply information for the installed media and ribbon. Note: The printer can be either on or off when changing supplies.
  • Page 27 Unpacking and Setting up Printer Setting up the Printer 4. Place ribbon cartridge with ribbon over print head (product label toward machine), then snap into place. 5. Close and latch the ribbon cover. 6. Close the enclosure cover. 7. If printer was off, press .
  • Page 28 Unpacking and Setting up Printer Setting up the Printer To install or change media: 1. Open the enclosure cover (opens from left). 2. Release the latch on the ribbon-cover [2] and swing ribbon cartridge open. BBP™31 Sign & Label Printer User Guide...
  • Page 29 Unpacking and Setting up Printer Setting up the Printer 3. Swing yellow media wiper [3] to far right (when facing display), if engaged. 4. Slide yellow media guides [4] to full-open. 5. Remove existing media, if installed, by pulling cartridge from printer. Media unwinds from the top of the roll.

  • Page 30: Feeding And Cutting Label Stock

    Unpacking and Setting up Printer Feeding and Cutting Label Stock Feeding and Cutting Label Stock Use this procedure to advance the media to the cut position, and (optionally) cut the media. To feed and/or cut label stock: 1. With the printer power on, press and hold Feed until the length of media you want exits the printer.

  • Page 31: System Power

    System Power Waking the Printer from Sleep Mode System Power Starting Printer from a Non-powered (Cold) State This procedure describes the power-up sequence when starting from a non- powered state (i.e., printer has been unplugged). The printer does not retain the label during a power interruption.

  • Page 32: Powering Off The Printer

    System Power Resetting the Printer Powering Off the Printer When the system is shut down, the display turns off and the system goes into a low power consumption state but does not require a cold start to turn back on. In this state, you can either touch the screen or press the power button to return the system to the same state it was in before going into lower power consumption mode.

  • Page 33: Creating Your First Label

    Creating Your First Label Resetting the Printer Creating Your First Label Creating your first label on the BBP™31 Sign & Label Printer is as easy as starting to type! You don’t need special software and you don’t have to be connected to a PC to create or print labels.

  • Page 34: Using Your Printer With A Pc

    Using Your Printer with a PC Creating and Printing Labels from a PC Using Your Printer with a PC You can use a personal computer to install software upgrades, or to create labels on the PC rather than working directly on the printer. Note: You must have labeling software installed on your computer to create, edit or print labels from the PC.

  • Page 35: Setting Up The System Defaults

    Setting up the System Defaults Creating and Printing Labels from a PC Setting up the System Defaults The System Setup function is used to set the printer default settings. Default values are common settings that are pre-assigned to make the system usable as soon as power is applied (e.g., date and time are set to your local date and time).

  • Page 36: Set Clock

    Setting up the System Defaults Creating and Printing Labels from a PC Set Clock To set date, time and sleep mode: Note: With power removed (i.e., printer disconnected from power source), the system clock retains its settings for about 30 days. 1.

  • Page 37: Localization And Unit Of Measure

    Setting up the System Defaults Creating and Printing Labels from a PC Localization and Unit of Measure To choose a language and unit of measure: 1. Select Menu. 2. In the menu list, select Setup 3. From the Setup menu, select Localization 4.

  • Page 38: Set Text Defaults

    Setting up the System Defaults Creating and Printing Labels from a PC Set Text Defaults To set the text defaults: 1. Select Menu 2. In the menu list, select Setup 3. In the Setup menu, select Text Defaults 4. In the Text Defaults menu, change any of the following options: Note: Text/object options take effect with the next text object created.

  • Page 39: Set Barcode Defaults

    Setting up the System Defaults Creating and Printing Labels from a PC Set Barcode Defaults To set the barcode defaults: 1. Select Menu 2. In the menu list, select Setup 3. In the Setup menu, select Barcode Defaults 4. In the Barcode Defaults menu, change any of the following options: •...

  • Page 40: Set Printing

    Setting up the System Defaults Creating and Printing Labels from a PC Set Printing To set the printing defaults: 1. Select Menu 2. In the menu list, select Setup 3. Select Printing 4. In the Printing dialog, change the Auto cut settings to your desired options. 5.

  • Page 41: Customizing Home Page Defaults

    Customizing Home Page Defaults Creating and Printing Labels from a PC Customizing Home Page Defaults You can choose which three label types to display on your Home page. The selected label types will be set as the default on your printer. The Preview area will immediately reflect the changes.

  • Page 42: Displaying System Information

    Displaying System Information Creating and Printing Labels from a PC Displaying System Information Use this procedure to view additional information about the system, such as the current software or firmware version and the available memory. To view system information: 1. From the Editor, select Menu 2.

  • Page 43: Working With Labels

    Working with Labels Create Labels Creating a Label from a Template Use this procedure to create a label using a general template or specialty template. To create a label from a general template: 1. From the Home page, select General Templates 2.
  • Page 44 Create Labels Creating a Label from a Template 3. Choose a template from the list of available templates. The label is displayed in the Editor with the objects scaled to fit the installed media. 4. To choose a different template, select Change Template Notes: •...

  • Page 45: Creating A Custom Label

    Create Labels Creating a Custom Label Creating a Custom Label Use this procedure to create a label without using a predefined template. You can add objects to a label by touching a blank area in the Editor, or by using the Add Object button.

  • Page 46: Set Label Attributes

    Set Label Attributes Creating Auto-Sized Label Set Label Attributes Creating Fixed-Length Label Use this procedure to create a label where the continuous-media label length is set, not variable. Once selected, the printable area shown on the label is reduced by the amount of the leader/trailer required for the installed supply, so that the total label length output matches the selected length.

  • Page 47: Orientation

    Set Label Attributes Orientation Orientation Use this procedure to set the label in either portrait or landscape orientation. You can change the label orientation even if you are working on a label in the Editor. To set the label orientation: 1.

  • Page 48: Framing A Label

    Set Label Attributes Framing a Label Framing a Label Note: When printing with frames around the labels, be sure the media guides fit snug against the media so the tape does not shift while printing. For making fine adjustments to the frame, see “Adjusting Print Offset” on page 5-8. Use this procedure if you want to place a frame (border) around the entire label.

  • Page 49: Tools

    Tools Scrolling the Label View Tools Zooming the Label View To zoom a label view: 1. Touch to zoom in or to zoom out. 2. Touch the zoom control again, as necessary, until you reach the desired zoom level. Note: If all of the label objects cannot be displayed on the screen, the scroll arrows display.

  • Page 50: Working With Objects

    Working with Objects Overview What is an Object? An object can be any text, graphic or barcode element on a label. Objects can be edited, moved, aligned, deleted, rotated, framed and/or sized. Some objects also have characteristics that can be added or changed (e.g., bold, justified, underlined, density). Object Types Object types include Text, Graphics, Barcodes, Serialization, and Date/Time.

  • Page 51: Undo

    Overview Object Sizing Undo Undo allows you to restore the last editing operation(s) that have taken place. For example, if a segment of text has been deleted or changed, performing an undo will restore the original text. The number of undo actions are limited and are based on the complexity of the label and the specific objects on the label.Typically, the fewer objects on the label, the more undo actions can be done.

  • Page 52: Adding Objects

    Adding Objects Text Objects Adding Objects The easiest way to add an object is to touch a blank area of the Editor. If you are currently editing an object, touch the screen twice, once to deselect the current object and once to insert a new object. You can also add objects using any of the following the methods.

  • Page 53: Graphic Objects

    Adding Objects Graphic Objects Graphic Objects To add a graphic object: 1. Use one of the following methods to add a graphics object: • Touch anywhere in the Editor. - or - If you are already in a label, select Add Object •...

  • Page 54: Barcode Objects

    Adding Objects Barcode Objects Barcode Objects To add a barcode object: 1. Use one of the following methods to add a barcode object: • Touch anywhere in the Editor. - or - If you are already in a label, select Add Object •...

  • Page 55: Serial Objects

    Adding Objects Serial Objects Serial Objects Serialization lets you create labels that contain number or letter sequences that print as multiple labels at print time. Note: This procedure applies only when not using a template. If using a template, see “Converting Text or Barcode to Variable Data” on page 4-31. To add a serial object: 1.
  • Page 56 Adding Objects Serial Objects 4. In the Serial dialog box, type or select values for setting the serial attributes (the Sample area will immediately display an example of the selections): Starting Value: Starting label value for the serialization to begin. Can use •...

  • Page 57: Date/Time Objects

    Adding Objects Date/Time Objects Date/Time Objects The Date/Time option lets you place a time stamp on your label (text or barcode). Depending on the options you choose, you can add a date, time or date and time. You can change the clock settings at any time by selecting Clock Settings (see “Set Clock”...
  • Page 58 Adding Objects Date/Time Objects 4. In the Date/Time menu, select the format(s) you want included on the label. The Preview area immediately displays the changes. Include date: Toggles the date on or off. • Include time: Toggles the time on or off. •...

  • Page 59: Working With Text

    Working with Text Selecting or Deselecting Text Working with Text Selecting or Deselecting Text To select or deselect words in a text box: 1. In the Editor, touch the word(s) you want to select: Select a single word: Touch the word. The system highlights the word. •...

  • Page 60: Increase Or Decrease Text Size

    Working with Text Delete/Clear Text Increase or Decrease Text Size When you change a character-level attribute, any highlighted text will reflect the change and new text following the current cursor position will also reflect the change. You can grow or shrink the text sizing by this procedure. To increase text size: •...

  • Page 61: Changing Character Font, Size Or Style

    Working with Text Changing Character Font, Size or Style Changing Character Font, Size or Style Character-level attributes are those that affect a single character or characters in an object (e.g., The "T" in the word Text). Character-level attributes include font, font size and font style (bold, italic and underline).
  • Page 62 Working with Text Changing Character Font, Size or Style To change a character font, size or style in the Fonts dialog box: 1. In the Editor, select a single character or characters from the text box. 2. In the Text Attributes controls, select Fonts 3.

  • Page 63: Horizontal Text Justification

    Working with Text Vertical Text Horizontal Text Justification Use this procedure to set or change how text is horizontally aligned within the object. This primarily affects text objects with multiple lines; the alignment setting is either at the left edge, center, or right edge of the object. Note: Horizontal alignment affects the way the text grows as characters are added.

  • Page 64: Expanding Or Condensing Text

    Working with Text Reversing Text Expanding or Condensing Text Use this procedure to expand or condense the text characters horizontally. This does not change the font size. To expand or condense text: 1. In the Editor, select the text object you want to expand or condense. 2.

  • Page 65: Typing Text And Accented Characters

    Working with Text Typing Text and Accented Characters Typing Text and Accented Characters As with standard PC keyboards, each character key supports multiple characters when used in combination with the <Shift> and <Alt Gr> keys. Keycaps show characters in one of four positions (see Figure 4-1). The character position on the physical key indicates how to access the characters with the <Shift>...

  • Page 66: Typing Accented Characters

    Working with Text Typing Text and Accented Characters Typing Accented Characters To access accented characters, typing the key combinations may vary depending on the keyboard configuration you are using. The following shows an example of using each of the 4 key combinations. Note: See “Character Mapping &...

  • Page 67: Entering Special Characters

    Working with Text Entering Special Characters Entering Special Characters Use this procedure to enter text characters, such as accented characters or special characters, that are not present on the physical keyboard. To enter special characters: 1. In the Editor, choose a text object then select Special Characters .

  • Page 68: Working With Barcodes

    Working with Barcodes Changing a Barcode Working with Barcodes Changing a Barcode To change a barcode: 1. In the Editor, select a barcode object. 2. Select Change Barcode 3. In the Barcode dialog box, change the desired options: • Data value •...

  • Page 69: Changing Barcode Options

    Working with Barcodes Changing Barcode Options Changing Barcode Options Barcode options include changing the barcode symbology and data value, setting a different ratio and density and increasing or decreasing the barcode size. Barcode Size To change the barcode size: 1. In the Editor, select a barcode object. 2.

  • Page 70: Barcode Density

    Working with Barcodes Changing Barcode Options Barcode Density Density controls the width of the barcode lines and spaces (choose between 10 and 80 mils). Typically, the thinner the bar and spaces, the higher the bar code density and the less space it takes on a label. To change the barcode density: 1.

  • Page 71: Human-Readable Text Options

    Working with Barcodes Changing Barcode Options Human-Readable Text Options Barcode text options let you choose whether to show any human-readable text on your barcode and where it should be positioned (above or below the barcode). You can also decide whether you want the text to include a check character or a start/stop character.

  • Page 72: Handling Objects

    Handling Objects Moving Objects Handling Objects Editing Objects To edit an object, touch the object and then edit it using any of the settings and/or attributes available in the Control Panel. If you want to change to a different graphic or barcode, select Change Graphic or Change Barcode, then change any of the options available in the Barcode or Select Graphic dialogs.

  • Page 73: Set Object Position

    Handling Objects Moving Objects Set Object Position Use this procedure if you want to move an item on the label to a specific position by setting the specific x- and y-coordinates. To move an object using object position coordinates: 1. In the Editor, select the object you want to move. 2.

  • Page 74: Aligning Objects

    Handling Objects Aligning Objects Aligning Objects To align objects on label: 1. In the Editor, select the object you want to align. 2. Choose More Options and go to the alignment Control Panel: 3. Choose the alignment option(s) you want (changes are immediately reflected in the Editor): Center on Label: Positions the object in the vertical or horizontal center of •...

  • Page 75: Sizing Objects

    Handling Objects Sizing Objects Sizing Objects Use this procedure to set the object size. Objects can be sized by using the size buttons, dragging objects to size or setting object label length and width. Note: Sizing an object too large may cause it to overlap or cover other objects in the Editor.

  • Page 76: Drag Objects To Size

    Handling Objects Sizing Objects Drag Objects to Size To drag objects to size: 1. In the Editor, select the object you want to resize. 2. In the Tools panel, touch Size to display the sizing handles on the object. Note: If an object is rotated, the non-proportional sizing handles are hidden. To size non-proportionally, return the object to an unrotated state (0 degrees).

  • Page 77: Set Object Size

    Handling Objects Sizing Objects Set Object Size Use this procedure if you want to size an object by setting the object height and width. To size an object using object dimensions: 1. In the Editor, select the object you want to resize. 2.

  • Page 78: Deleting An Object

    Handling Objects Framing an Object Deleting an Object To delete an object from a label: Note: This procedure does not delete the text within an object. To delete text, see “Delete/Clear Text” on page 4-11. 1. In the Editor, select the object you want to delete. 2.

  • Page 79: Rotating An Object

    Handling Objects Rotating an Object Rotating an Object To rotate an object: 1. In the Editor, touch the object you want to rotate. 2. In the Tools Panel, touch Size [1] to display the sizing and rotation handles. 3. On the label, touch Rotate [2].

  • Page 80: Converting Text Or Barcode To Variable Data

    Handling Objects Converting Text or Barcode to Variable Data Converting Text or Barcode to Variable Data Use these procedures to convert an existing text or barcode object into a serial or date/time object on the label. This applies to both template or freeform objects. Note: You cannot add serial data to a graphic.
  • Page 81 Handling Objects Converting Text or Barcode to Variable Data 6. In the Serial dialog box, type or select values for setting the serial attributes (the Sample area will immediately display an example of the selections): 7. When you select OK , The text or barcode object is converted to a serial object on the label.

  • Page 82: Convert From Serial Data

    Handling Objects Converting Text or Barcode to Variable Data Convert from Serial Data Use this procedure if you want to convert a serial object to constant data. To convert text or barcode to constant data: 1. In the Editor, select the serialized text or barcode object that you want converted to constant data.

  • Page 83: Convert To Date/Time

    Handling Objects Converting Text or Barcode to Variable Data Convert to Date/Time To convert a date/time object to constant data: 1. Select an object. - or - Touch the Editor to create an object. 2. Touch Serial & Date/Time . Displays the Date/Time dialog box. See “Serial Objects”...

  • Page 84: Convert From Date/Time

    Handling Objects Convert from Date/Time Convert from Date/Time To convert a date/time object to constant data: 1. Select the date or time object. 2. Select More Options to go to the Set Data Source option. 3. Select Set Data Source 4.

  • Page 85: Printing Your Labels

    Printing Your Labels Previewing Labels The Preview options differ depending on whether the label is a standard label or a serialized label. Previewing a Label without Serialized Objects To preview a label with no serial data: 1. With a defined label in the Editor, select Print 2.

  • Page 86: Previewing A Label With Serialized Objects

    Previewing Labels Previewing a Label with Serialized Objects Previewing a Label with Serialized Objects To preview a serialized label: 1. With a defined label in the Editor, select Print 2. Select Preview . The entire label is displayed, plus options to view the other labels generated by the serial object.

  • Page 87: Printing Labels

    Printing Labels Printing Labels without Serialized Objects Printing Labels As you print your labels, keep the following in mind: • During printing, the print status is displayed and the Editor is unavailable. When printing is complete, you are returned to the Editor. •...

  • Page 88: Printing Labels With Serialized Objects

    Printing Labels Printing Labels with Serialized Objects Printing Labels with Serialized Objects Use this procedure to print labels that contain a serial object. If your label does not contain a serialized object, see “Printing Labels without Serialized Objects” on page 5-3. Note: You can only select one set of copies when printing labels that contain serialized objects.

  • Page 89: Printing Mirror-Image Labels

    Printing Labels Canceling a Print Job Printing Mirror-Image Labels Use this procedure to print labels suitable for reading in a mirror or through the back of the label. To print a mirror-image label: 1. With a defined label in the Editor, select Print 2.

  • Page 90: Resuming An Interrupted Print Job

    Printing Labels Resuming an Interrupted Print Job Resuming an Interrupted Print Job Use this procedure to resume a print job that was interrupted. To resume an interrupted print job: 1. When the job interruption message displays, correct the condition that caused the interruption (e.g., replace the media or ribbon).

  • Page 91: Adjusting Print Energy

    Printing Labels Adjusting Print Energy Adjusting Print Energy If your printing is spotty, you may want to increase the print energy to make sure more of the ribbon ink transfers to the label. However, if your ribbon is sticking or tearing during printing, the heat energy may be too high and should be reduced.

  • Page 92: Adjusting Print Offset

    Printing Labels Adjusting Print Offset Adjusting Print Offset Print Offset is a value that will move the image from its "nominal" position slightly in one direction or another on the label. Adjust Offset is typically used to do a fine adjustment of the printed image on a die-cut label, or to move the image slightly closer or further from the edge of a continuous supply.

  • Page 93: Printing From A Pc

    Printing Labels Printing from a PC Printing from a PC Use this procedure to print labels that you created on a PC. See “Compatible Applications” on page 1-2 for more details. Note: To use this procedure, the printer must be physically connected to PC, the appropriate drivers (i.e., printer driver, USB driver) must be installed on the PC (see “Using Your Printer with a PC”...

  • Page 94: Working With Label Files

    Working with Label Files Save a Label File Use this procedure to save a label file. 1. With a label created in the Editor, select Menu 2. Select Save File . The Save File dialog box displays. Note: If the label was previously saved, the system defaults to that location and file name. If the storage location is no longer available (e.g., the external storage location has been removed), the system defaults to the internal memory location.

  • Page 95: Open A Label File

    Open a Label File Open a Label File Use this procedure to retrieve a label file that has been saved in internal or external storage. 1. Select Menu 2. Select Open File . If a label file with unsaved changes is currently in the Editor, you will be prompted to save the current label.

  • Page 96: Delete A Label File

    Delete a Label File Delete a Label File To delete a label file: 1. Select Menu 2. In the menu list, select Delete File 3. In the Delete Label File dialog box, choose the location where the file is located: Internal Memory (label files saved on the printer) •...

  • Page 97: Using System Tools

    Using System Tools Import Graphics Use this procedure to add your own graphics for use in labels that will be created on the printer. Graphics that will be imported must be in the supported format(s) and imported from a USB flash drive. Supported graphics file formats are Windows metafile (*.wmf) and Bitmap (*.bmp).
  • Page 98 Import Graphics 4. Select Import . The Import dialog box displays. 5. In the Import dialog box, select Graphics 6. In the Available: list, select the graphic you want to import. A preview of the selected graphic shows at the bottom of the dialog box. 7.

  • Page 99: Delete Imported Graphics

    Delete Imported Graphics Delete Imported Graphics Use this procedure to delete your own imported graphics that you no longer need. To delete a graphic: 1. Select Menu 2. Select Import . The Import dialog box displays. 3. In the Import dialog box, select Graphics 4.

  • Page 100: Import Fonts

    Import Fonts Import Fonts Use this procedure to add your own fonts for use in labels created on the printer. Only True-Type fonts can be imported. To import a font: 1. Copy the fonts you want to import into the root directory of the USB flash drive you will be using.

  • Page 101: Printer Upgrades

    Printer Upgrades Printer Upgrades Future upgrades to BBP™31 software can be downloaded from the Brady website at: www.bradyid.com/bbp31 www.bradyeurope.com To download printer upgrades: 1. Click Support>Downloads. 2. Select BBP™31 printer from the list of products. 3. See “Installing Software Upgrades” on page 7-6 for instructions on upgrading the software on your printer.

  • Page 102: Installing Software Upgrades

    Installing Software Upgrades Upgrade from a PC Installing Software Upgrades Upgrade from a PC Use this procedure to upgrade your printer to a new version. To upgrade: 1. Before installing, verify the following: • Upgrade Utility is available on your PC or via www.bradyid.com/support. USB cable is connected from your BBP™31 Printer to your PC.

  • Page 103: Upgrade From Usb Flash Drive

    Installing Software Upgrades Upgrade from USB Flash Drive Upgrade from USB Flash Drive Use this procedure to upgrade the firmware or software from a USB flash drive that has the upgrade on it. The system will support only one USB device at a time. To upgrade software from a USB flash drive : CAUTION! Do not interrupt power during an upgrade from a USB flash drive .

  • Page 104: Maintenance

    Maintenance Printer Maintenance Removing Power and Media from Printer Before performing any maintenance procedure that involves opening the enclosure cover, you should remove the power and media from the printer. To remove printer power and media: 1. Remove the power plug [1] from the printer. 2.
  • Page 105 Printer Maintenance Removing Power and Media from Printer 3. Release the latch on the ribbon cover [2] and swing open. 4. Release the ribbon cartridge latch [3] and lift the ribbon cartridge up and out. 5. Move yellow media wiper [3] to far right (when facing display). 6.

  • Page 106: Cleaning The Printer

    Printer Maintenance Cleaning the Printer Cleaning the Printer Cleaning Residue from Printer and Keyboard Whenever performing any maintenance on the printer, you should also clean any residue caused by the media. Materials Required • Compressed Air Bottle, purchased locally (e.g., HOSA AIR-464 Gear Duster) •...

  • Page 107: Cleaning The Touch Screen

    Printer Maintenance Cleaning the Printer Cleaning the Touch Screen Materials Required • Lint-free Cloth, non-abrasive • Isopropyl Alcohol - or - • Pre-moistened Cloth (appropriate for cleaning PC screens) To clean the touch screen: Note: Normal cleaners with ammonia, soaps, or any acids can damage the screen. Use only a lint-free cloth dampened with isopropyl alchohol.

  • Page 108: Cleaning The Cutter Blade

    Printer Maintenance Cleaning the Printer Cleaning the Cutter Blade Note: When cleaning the cutter, you should also clean the media and cutter sensors. Materials Required • BBP31 Cleaning Kit (Cat # B31-CCT) • Isopropyl Alcohol • Cutter Cleaning Tool (included in cleaning kit) To clean the cutter: 1.
  • Page 109 Printer Maintenance Cleaning the Printer 4. Clean metal cutting blade [8]: a. If the cutting blade shows significant residue, use a flathead screwdriver or other flat-edged tool to gently scrape the reside off the cutting blade. b. Moisten one of the foam swabs from the cleaning kit with the alcohol. Do not allow the alcohol to drip from the swab.

  • Page 110: Cleaning The Sensors

    Printer Maintenance Cleaning the Printer Cleaning the Sensors The media and cutter sensors are located inside the printer and may be covered with dust that results from cutting the media. The media sensor is located under the yellow media guide. The cutter sensor is located above the cutting blade and is visible only when the cutter is released.

  • Page 111: Cleaning The Cutter Blade Exit Area

    Printer Maintenance Cleaning the Printer Cleaning the Cutter Blade Exit Area This procedure cleans the cutter blade exit area and the exit chute. 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 •...

  • Page 112: Dust Cleaning

    Printer Maintenance Cleaning the Printer Dust Cleaning Dust generated by media cuts can accumulate in the unit. If a significant amount of dust is built up, clean the unit using this procedure. Materials Required • BBP31 Cleaning Kit (Cat # B31-CCT) •...

  • Page 113: Cleaning The Printhead

    Printer Maintenance Cleaning the Printer Cleaning the Printhead Materials Required • BBP31 Cleaning Kit (Cat # B31-CCT) • Isopropyl Alcohol To clean the printhead: 1. Remove power and media from the printer (see Removing Power and Media from Printer on page 1). 2.

  • Page 114: Replacing The Media Wiper

    Printer Maintenance Replacing the Media Wiper Replacing the Media Wiper Materials Required • BBP31 Cleaning Kit (Cat # B31-CCT) To replace the media wiper: 1. Remove power and media from the printer (see Removing Power and Media from Printer on page 1). 2.

  • Page 115: Clearing Jams

    Printer Maintenance Clearing Jams Clearing Jams To clear jams from the printer: 1. Remove all damaged ribbon and/or media from the printer. 2. Check that there is no damage to the print head, cutter blades, sensors, etc.. 3. Check whether any cleaning is needed. If cleaning is required, see “Cleaning the Printer”...

  • Page 116: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Messages The BBP™31 Sign & Label Printer contains pictures and animations that describe (or show) what action you should take to resolve any messages or errors. The following example is for illustration only and may not represent the exact message text.

  • Page 117: Problem Resolution

    Problem Resolution Hardware Errors Problem Resolution Messages indicate the problem for the task being performed and also provide a possible corrective action. The following sections provide additional information for troubleshooting printer errors. Hardware Errors Problem/Message Cause Corrective Action Cut quality is poor. Cutter needs cleaning.

  • Page 118: Media Errors

    Problem Resolution Ribbon Errors Media Errors Problem/Message Cause Corrective Action Printer will not feed labels. The leading edge of the label roll is Install the media correctly not inserted correctly. - or - - or - The leading edge of the label roll is Cut a straight leading edge on the uneven or torn (not a straight edge).

  • Page 119: Power Errors

    Problem Resolution Power Errors Power Errors Problem/Message Cause Corrective Action Printer does not power up Power cord has been pulled out of Check power cord. when turned on. printer or wall socket. Screen freezes User Interface error 1. Press Power to turn printer off.

  • Page 120: Printing Errors

    Problem Resolution Printing Errors Printing Errors Problem/Message Cause Corrective Action • Tension the ribbon by rotating Faint print on labels. Ribbon not advancing correctly. the rewind spool (top spool) in a downward direction until all slack is removed. • Try another ribbon cartridge. Print energy might be too low.

  • Page 121: A Glossary Of Terms

    Glossary of Terms The following are the definitions of terms that are used in this manual. • Alignment/Justification page 14: Refers to how text lines are aligned in the text object. Alignment can refer to both horizontal and vertical alignment. Justification is only used in the context of horizontal alignment.
  • Page 122 Barcode Ratio: The thickness ratio between a narrow bar and a wide bar. Usually, the ratio is between 2:1 and 3:1. Barcode Density: The number of characters that can be captured in a particular space, usually a linear inch. The "X" dimension determines a bar code's density.
  • Page 123 • Keystrokes page 16: A combination of keys that when typed together result in a special or accented character. Keystroke types are: Alt Gr (Alternative Graphic): A modifier key used to access alternate characters, represented on keys with a third or fourth symbol on the right side. Key accessed also depends on the state of the “Caps Lock”...
  • Page 124 • Reverse Print page 15: Attribute applied to an object where the foreground and background colors are switched. • Rotate page 30: Turning the label data some number of degrees on the label (the printer supports 90, 180, 270 degree rotation only). •...

  • Page 125: B Character Mapping & Keyboard Layouts

    Character Mapping & Keyboard Layouts Keyboard configurations vary by region. See “Character Mapping” on page B-1 for a list of accent characters available for each keyboard configuration. See “Keyboard Layouts” on page B-4 for a graphical layout of the keyboard configurations. When used in combination with the <Shift>...

  • Page 126: European Azerty

    Character Mapping European AZERTY European AZERTY Accent Characters Affected A, a, E, e, I, i, O, o, U, u ´ A, a, E, e, I, i, O, o, U, u, Y, y, C, c, S, s, N, n ˆ A, a, E, e, I, i, O, o, U, u ˜...

  • Page 127: European Qwertz

    Character Mapping European QWERTZ European QWERTZ Accent Characters Affected A, a, E, e, I, i, O, o, U, u ´ A, a, E, e, I, i, O, o, U, u, Y, y, C, c, S, s, Y, y, N, n ˆ...

  • Page 128: European Qwerty

    Keyboard Layouts European QWERTY Accent Characters Affected A, a, E, e, I, i, O, o, U, u ´ A, a, E, e, I, i, O, o, U, u, Y, y, S, s, Z, z, C, c, N, n ˆ A, a, E, e, I, i, O, o, U, u ˜...
  • Page 129 Keyboard Layouts Figure 3. QWERTY - America’s Keyboard Configuration BBP™31 Sign & Label Printer User Guide...
  • Page 130 Keyboard Layouts Figure 4. QWERTY - EU Keyboard Configuration BBP™31 Sign & Label Printer User Guide...
  • Page 131 Keyboard Layouts Figure 5. AZERTY - EU Keyboard Configuration BBP™31 Sign & Label Printer User Guide...
  • Page 132 Keyboard Layouts Figure 6. QWERTZ - EU Keyboard Configuration BBP™31 Sign & Label Printer User Guide...
  • Page 133 Keyboard Layouts Figure 7. CYRILLIC - EU Keyboard Configuration BBP™31 Sign & Label Printer User Guide...

  • Page 134: C Specialty Label Types

    Specialty Label Types Pipe Markers Set Up Pipe Marker Options Setup options for Pipe Markers are different than those for standard labels. Use this procedure to set up the pipe marker color norms. To setup pipe marker color norms: 1. From the Home page, select Pipe Markers - or - Select More Label Types, then select Pipe Markers 2.
  • Page 135 Pipe Markers Set Up Pipe Marker Options 4. In the Pipe Marker Preferences dialog, choose from the following options: Preference Description Printing Supply Saver Prints multiple labels across the tape, if they fit (e.g., if you create a 1.125" pipe marker and have 3" media installed, it will print 2 labels across the tape).

  • Page 136: Create Pipe Marker Labels

    Pipe Markers Create Pipe Marker Labels Create Pipe Marker Labels Use these procedures to create pipe marker labels. See “Set Up Pipe Marker Options” on page C-1 for an explanation on setting color norm and other Pipe Marker preferences. To create a pipe marker label: 1.

  • Page 137: Creating A Standard Pipe Marker

    Pipe Markers Create Pipe Marker Labels Creating a Standard Pipe Marker To create a standard pipe marker: 1. In the Dimensions dialog, choose a Tape Width that corresponds to the diameter of your pipe, then select Next. 2. In the Pipe contents dialog, choose the type of material that will flow through the pipe, then select Next.
  • Page 138 Pipe Markers Create Pipe Marker Labels 5. In the Graphics dialog: a. Touch the graphic(s) you want to include on the label. A white line appears around the selected graphic(s) and the total number of selected graphics immediately updates. A maximum of 4 graphics are allowed. Note: To deselect a graphic, touch the graphic again.
  • Page 139 Pipe Markers Create Pipe Marker Labels 7. In the Arrows dialog, choose from the following options: Include: Before legend, After legend (selecting both will include arrows • both before and after the legend). Direction: Left, Right, Both • 8. Select Finish. The completed label will display in the Editor. 9.

  • Page 140: Creating A Rollform Pipe Marker

    Pipe Markers Create Pipe Marker Labels Creating a Rollform Pipe Marker To create a rollform pipe marker: 1. In the Dimensions dialog, enter the pipe diameter. 2. Choose a Tape width from the list, then select Next. 3. In the Pipe contents dialog, choose the type of material that will flow through the pipe, then select Next.
  • Page 141 Pipe Markers Create Pipe Marker Labels 6. In the Graphics dialog: a. Touch the graphic(s) you want to include on the label. A white line appears around the selected graphic(s) and the total number of selected graphics immediately updates. A maximum of 4 graphics are allowed. Note: To deselect a graphic, touch the graphic again.

  • Page 142: Creating A Symbol Or Arrow Tape Pipe Marker

    Pipe Markers Create Pipe Marker Labels Creating a Symbol or Arrow Tape Pipe Marker To create a symbol or arrow pipe marker: 1. In the Dimensions dialog, enter the pipe diameter. 2. Choose a Tape width from the list. 3. Select Next. 4.

  • Page 143: Save, Open Or Delete A Pipe Marker Label

    Pipe Markers Save, Open or Delete a Pipe Marker Label Save, Open or Delete a Pipe Marker Label You can only save, open or delete pipe marker labels from the Pipe Marker application. To open the pipe marker application: 1. From the Home page, select Pipe Markers - or - Select More Label Types, then select Pipe Markers To save a pipe marker:...

  • Page 144: Quicklabels

    QuickLabels Creating Quick Labels QuickLabels Creating Quick Labels QuickLabel is an application that lets you choose from a list of predefined labels. Use this procedure to open QuickLabels. To create a QuickLabel: 1. From the Home page, select QuickLabel - or - Select More Label Types, then select QuickLabel.
  • Page 145 QuickLabels Creating Quick Labels Touch Browse , choose a category, then select the label you want. The label immediately opens in the Editor. See “Quick Label Reference Images” on page C-13 for examples of available quick labels. 3. If desired, edit the quick label using the normal editing procedures. See “Working with Labels”...

  • Page 146: Quick Label Reference Images

    QuickLabels Quick Label Reference Images Quick Label Reference Images Reference the following labels when creating Quick Labels. Admittance, Exit, Confined Spaces BBP™31 Sign & Label Printer User Guide...

  • Page 147: Alerts And First Aid

    QuickLabels Quick Label Reference Images Alerts and First Aid Chemical - Hazardous Materials BBP™31 Sign & Label Printer User Guide...

  • Page 148: Conduit - Voltage

    QuickLabels Quick Label Reference Images Conduit - Voltage Electrical Hazard - Lockout BBP™31 Sign & Label Printer User Guide...

  • Page 149: Fire

    QuickLabels Quick Label Reference Images Fire Funny Signs BBP™31 Sign & Label Printer User Guide...

  • Page 150: Graphics - Mandatory

    QuickLabels Quick Label Reference Images Graphics - Mandatory BBP™31 Sign & Label Printer User Guide...

  • Page 151: Graphics - Packaging

    QuickLabels Quick Label Reference Images Graphics - Packaging Graphics - PPE BBP™31 Sign & Label Printer User Guide...

  • Page 152: Graphics - Prohibition

    QuickLabels Quick Label Reference Images Graphics - Prohibition BBP™31 Sign & Label Printer User Guide...

  • Page 153: Graphics - Signal Words

    QuickLabels Quick Label Reference Images Graphics - Signal Words BBP™31 Sign & Label Printer User Guide...

  • Page 154: Graphics - Warning

    QuickLabels Quick Label Reference Images Graphics - Warning BBP™31 Sign & Label Printer User Guide...

  • Page 155: Inspection

    QuickLabels Quick Label Reference Images Inspection Machine - Operational No Smoking BBP™31 Sign & Label Printer User Guide...

  • Page 156: Pipe Marker Arrows

    QuickLabels Quick Label Reference Images Pipe Marker Arrows BBP™31 Sign & Label Printer User Guide...

  • Page 157: Pipe Markers

    QuickLabels Quick Label Reference Images Pipe Markers BBP™31 Sign & Label Printer User Guide...
  • Page 158 QuickLabels Quick Label Reference Images BBP™31 Sign & Label Printer User Guide...

  • Page 159: Protective

    QuickLabels Quick Label Reference Images Protective Warning Stakes BBP™31 Sign & Label Printer User Guide...

  • Page 160: Right To Know

    Right to Know (RTK) Setting RTK Preferences Right to Know (RTK) Setting RTK Preferences From the Right-to-Know Preferences menu, you can choose default label settings for size and format. You can also add or delete hazards and/or organ types. Any defaults set here will stay in effect until you change them.

  • Page 161: Set Label Defaults

    Right to Know (RTK) Setting RTK Preferences Set Label Defaults Format To setup a default label format: 1. In the Right-to-Know Preferences dialog, select Format 2. In the Right-to-Know Format dialog, choose a format type from the list. An example of the highlighted format type will display on the right side of the screen.
  • Page 162 Right to Know (RTK) Setting RTK Preferences Add or Delete Hazards or Organs Hazard Types To add a hazard type: 1. In the Right-to-Know Preferences dialog, select Hazards 2. In the Add or delete hazards dialog, type the new hazard you want to include. 3.
  • Page 163 Right to Know (RTK) Setting RTK Preferences Organ Types To add an organ type: 1. In the Right-to-Know Preferences dialog, select Organs 2. In the Add or delete organs dialog, type the new organ you want to include. 3. Select Add .

  • Page 164: Create Rtk Labels

    Right to Know (RTK) Create RTK Labels Create RTK Labels The selected label format determines the options that are available. See Table 1. “Available RTK Formats and Options” on page C-33 for a list of formats and options that are available from the RTK menu. To create a new RTK label: 1.
  • Page 165 Right to Know (RTK) Open, Save or Delete an RTK Label Open, Save or Delete an RTK Label You can only save, open or delete RTK labels from the Right To Know (RTK) application. To open an existing RTK label: 1.
  • Page 166 Right to Know (RTK) Open, Save or Delete an RTK Label Table 1. Available RTK Formats and Options RTK Formats Available Options* Description NFPA Diamond Only Size Select a label size for the chosen format. Color Bar Standard Chemical Name / Name Enter the chemical description.
  • Page 167 Material / Ribbon Cross Reference BBP™ 31 Material / Ribbon Cross Reference Guide Ribbon Material ● = Recommended ∆ = Acceptable Brady B30-R10000 B30-R6000 B30-R4300 M30-R4400-WT Material Description Material # (Black, Colors) (Black) (Black) (White) B-423 Polyester ● ∆ B-427 Self-Laminating Vinyl ●...
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