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Quick Reference (English)
Guide de référence rapide (Français)
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Quick Reference (English)
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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. Canadian Department of Communications Compliance Statement This digital apparat
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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 3
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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. 5
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Table of Contents 1 Before use ................................................................................................ 9 Confirming the included accessories ...............................................................................10 PT-9500PC terms .............................................................................................................12 Front view .................................................................................................................
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Creating labels using P-touch Quick Editor .....................................................................77 Starting P-touch Quick Editor .........................................................................................................77 Simple use ......................................................................................................................................78 Other functions ...................................................................................
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1 Before use This chapter contains information that should be confirmed before using the PT-9500PC. Confirming the included accessories.............................................................10 PT-9500PC terms ..........................................................................................12 Preparations before creating labels ...............................................................14 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. 11 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/socket 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.1
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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.23). 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, remove the 2 AC adapter jack/socket on the back of power supply cord from the electrical the PT-9500PC. outlet and the AC adapter from the PT-9500PC and store for fut
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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 Advanced setup Basic setup 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-9500PC may malf
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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.26) 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
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■ Connecting to a serial port Make sure that both the PT-9500PC and ® 2 A personal computer running Windows 95/ the personal computer are turned off. NT 4.0 must be connected to the serial port. If the power is on, turn them off. To connect to personal computers running ® Windows 98/98 SE/Me/2000 Pro/XP using Insert the plug on the end of the serial 3 the serial port, select “Connecting to a serial interface cable into the serial port on the port” (→ P.36). back of the PT-9500PC. Note ● When
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Press the power button on the 5 PT-9500PC. Power button →The power button will light (green). Turn on the computer. 6 Note ● To use the PT-9500PC, the software must be installed on the personal computer. Proceed to “Installing the software” (→ P.23). 19 Before use
