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Quick Reference
Referencia rápida
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Introduction Thank you for purchasing the PT-9500PC. The PT-9500PC (hereafter, referred to as “this machine”) is a label printer that enables you to easily print custom labels after it is connected to a computer. This manual contains various precautions and basic procedures for using this P-touch. Be sure to read this manual before using the P-touch. Afterward, keep this manual in a safe place for future reference. ■ Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Declaration of Conformity (For USA On
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® Brother 90 Days/One Year Limited Warranty and Replacement Service (For USA Only) Who is covered: What to do if you think your Product is eligible for This limited warranty (“warranty”) is given only warranty service: to the original end-use/retail purchaser (referred Report your issue to either our Customer Service to in this warranty as “Original Purchaser”) of Hotline at 1-877-478-6824 or a Brother Authorized the accompanying product, consumables and Service Center within the applicable w
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® Brother 90 Days/One Year Limited Warranty and Replacement Service (For USA Only) st 91 day to 1 year: Limitations: If the problem reported concerning your Machine is Brother is not responsible for damage to or loss of covered by this warranty and if you first reported the any equipment, media, programs or data related to problem after 90 days, but before 1 year from the date the use of this Product. Except for that repair or of original purchase, Brother will furnish, free of replacement as d
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Important Information Should you have questions, or need information about your Brother Product, we have a variety of support options for you to choose from: USA-Customer Service: Customer Service 877-478-6824 (voice) Customer Service 901-379-1210 (fax) Automated Faxback 800-521-2846 World Wide Web www.brother.com Supplies / Accessories www.brothermall.com or 888-879-3232 BROTHER INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION 100 SOMERSET CORPORATE BLVD. BRIDGEWATER, NEW JERSEY 08807-0911 Please record your model an
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Using this manual The following Quick Reference is included with the PT-9500PC. Refer to the Quick Reference to use the PT-9500PC as necessary. Quick Reference Manual Software help files CD-ROM User’s Guide (this manual) For preparation and operation of the ! Not Available Not Available PT-9500PC and soft- ware installation Using P-touch Editor Version 4.0 for !! Not Available Windows Using P-touch Editor Version 3.2 for !! ! Macintosh Using P-touch Quick !! Not Available Editor Using P-t
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GENERAL PRECAUTIONS ■ P-touch 9500PC ● The PT-9500PC is a precision machine. Do not drop the PT-9500PC or subject it to strong shocks. ● Do not grab and lift the PT-9500PC by the tape compartment cover. The cover could come off and the PT-9500PC could drop and be damaged. ● The PT-9500PC may malfunction if left near a television, radio, etc. Do not install the PT-9500PC near any machines that will cause electromagnetic interference. ● Keep the PT-9500PC out of direct sunlight. ● Do not use the
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■ CD-ROM ● Do not scratch the CD-ROM. ● Do not subject the CD-ROM to extremely high or extremely low temperatures. ● Do not put heavy objects on the CD-ROM or apply force to the CD-ROM. ■ Regarding software use ● The software contained on the CD-ROM is meant for use with the PT-9500PC only. It may be installed on multiple personal computers for use at an office, etc. 7
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Table of Contents 1 Before use .............................................................................................. 11 Confirming the included accessories ...............................................................................12 PT-9500PC terms .............................................................................................................14 Front view ..................................................................................................................
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3 Creating labels: Windows version .......................................................... 71 Creating labels .................................................................................................................72 Creating labels using P-touch Editor ................................................................................73 Start P-touch Editor .........................................................................................................................73 Layout
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Accessories (For USA Only) ..........................................................................................118 Index .............................................................................................................................122 Contact Information (For USA Only) ............................................................................124 10
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1 Before use This chapter contains information that should be confirmed before using the PT-9500PC. Confirming the included accessories.............................................................12 PT-9500PC terms ..........................................................................................14 Preparations before creating labels ...............................................................16 Connecting the PT-9500PC ................................................................
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Confirming the included accessories Open the box and confirm that the following items are included. If any item is missing or damaged, please contact the retail outlet where the PT-9500PC was purchased. ■ PT-9500PC ■ Serial interface cable Label printer Use this cable to connect the PT-9500PC to the serial port of a personal computer. ■ Tape cassette This cassette contains the tape for the labels. ■ AC adapter (model AD-9000) Connect to the power supply cord. ■ Label stick Use when the backing
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■ Quick Reference (this manual) Keep for future reference. ■ CD-ROM The CD-ROM contains software, etc., to install on a personal computer. ■ Tape catalog This catalog contains a list of tape cassettes designed exclusively for the P-touch series printers. 13 Before use
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PT-9500PC terms This section identifies the main PT-9500PC terms. Front view Tape compartment cover Cover release button ERROR lamp Label outlet Power button (including lamp) Feed/cut button Collection tray support Note ● If the tape compartment cover is left open, dust will collect on the print head. Always close the cover. Rear view AC adapter jack USB ID switch Serial port USB port Note ● The USB ID switch is usually set to “2.” For details, refer to “Changing the USB ID mode” (→ P.108). 14
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Lamp display The condition of the PT-9500PC can be determined by the power button lamp (green) and the ERROR lamp (red). Lamp condition Condition Remedy Power button ERROR lamp (green) (red) PT-9500PC standby Lit Not lit — condition Flashing Not lit Receiving data — Receiving data Install the tape cassette and close the No tape cassette tape compartment cover. Flashing Lit Receiving data Tape compartment cover is Close the cover. open. During PT-9500PC standby Install the tape cassette and c
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Preparations before creating labels Before creating labels with the PT-9500PC, the following preparations are necessary. Note ● The connection procedures are different depending on the operating system running on the personal computer and whether a serial connection or USB connection is used. For details, refer to “Installing the software” (→ P.25). Installing the software Install the printer driver to use the PT-9500PC as a printer with the personal computer and install the label design sof
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Connecting the PT-9500PC Connect the PT-9500PC to the power source and a personal computer. Plug the power supply cord into an 3 electrical outlet (AC 120 V). Connecting to the power source Connect the included power supply cord 1 to the AC adapter. Note Insert the AC adapter connector into the ● After using the PT-9500PC, remover the 2 AC adapter jack on the back of the power supply cord from the electrical PT-9500PC. outlet and the AC adapter from the PT-9500PC and store for future us
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Connecting to a personal computer Connect the PT-9500PC to a personal computer using the included interface cables. The interface cables used to connect to a USB port and a serial port are different. ® Windows 98/98 SE/ Mac OS 8.6-9.x ® Windows 95/NT4.0 Me/2000 Pro/XP Mac OS X 10.1-10.2.6 Connecting to a Basic setup serial port Connect to serial port. Connect to USB port. Note ● Do not connect both the serial interface cable and USB interface cable to the PT-9500PC at the same time. The PT-9
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■ Connecting to a USB port Insert the plug on the end of the USB 2 Follow the following procedures to connect interface cable into the USB port on the the PT-9500PC to the USB port of a personal back of the PT-9500PC. ® computer running Windows 98/98 SE/Me/ 2000 Pro/XP using the “Basic setup” (→ P.28) or to the USB port of a Macintosh. Note ● The USB interface cable is connected to a personal computer running Windows while the software is being installed and is connected to a Macintosh aft
