Brother P-touch PT-9700PC User manual

User’s Guide
97OOPC/98OOPCN
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the PT-9700PC/PT-9800PCN.
The PT-9700PC/PT-9800PCN (hereafter, referred to as “printer”) is a label printer that enables you
to easily print custom labels after it is connected to a computer. Also, with a bar code reader
connected to the printer, labels and bar codes can easily be printed by scanning bar codes.
This manual contains various precautions and basic procedures for using this printer. Read this
manual carefully before starting and keep the manual in a handy place for future reference.
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Compilation and Publication Notice
Under the supervision of Brother Industries, Ltd., this manual has been compiled and published, covering
the latest product’s descriptions and specifications.
The contents of this manual and the specifications of this product are subject to change without notice.
If new versions of the PT-9700PC/9800PCN software become available, this manual may not reflect the
updated features. Therefore, you may find that the software and the contents in this manual are different.
Brother reserves the right to make changes without notice in the specifications and materials contained
herein and shall not be responsible for any damages (including consequential) caused by reliance on the
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Safety precautions
To prevent injury and damage, important notes are explained using various symbols.
The symbols and their meanings are as follows:
The symbols used in this manual are as follows:
WARNING Tells you what to do to avoid accidents and the risk of injury.
CAUTION Tells you about procedures you must follow to avoid minor personal injury or
damage to the printer.
Action NOT allowed. DO NOT disassemble the product.
DO NOT splash the product with or
immerse the product in water.
DO NOT touch a given portion of the
product.
Mandatory action. Unplugging.
Safety alert. Alerts to the possibility of electrical shock.
WARNING
AC adapter
Follow these guidelines to avoid fire, damage, electric shock, failure or the risk of injury.
Use only the AC adapter (AD9100ES),
adapter cord, power supply cord and USB
cable designed exclusively for your printer.
Failure to observe this may result in an
accident or damage. Brother shall not assume
any responsibility for any accident or damage
resulting from not using the specified
AC adapter (AD9100ES), adapter cord,
power supply cord and USB cable.
Don't connect the enclosed AC adapter
(AD9100ES), adapter cord, power supply
cord and USB cable to other products.
Unplug the power supply cord immediately
and stop using the printer during an electrical
storm. There may be a remote risk of electric
shock from lightning.
Do not touch the AC adapter or power plug
with wet hands.
Do not use the AC adapter in places of high
humidity such as bathrooms.
Do not use a damaged adapter cord or power
supply cord.
Do not overload the power outlet.
Do not place heavy objects on, damage or
modify adapter/power supply cord or plug.
Do not forcibly bend or pull these cord.
Do not drop, hit or otherwise damage the
AC adapter.
Make sure that the plug is fully inserted in
the power outlet. Do not use an outlet that
is loose.

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Printer
Follow these guidelines to avoid fire, damage, electric shock, and/or the risk of injury.
Do not allow the printer to get wet in any way.
Do not touch any metal parts near the print
head. The print head becomes very hot during
use and remains very hot immediately after
use. Do not touch it directly with your hands.
Do not use the printer with a foreign object in
it. If water, metallic substance or any foreign
object enters the printer, disconnect the
AC adapter and contact the retail outlet where
the printer was purchased or your local
authorised service center.
Do not touch the blade of the cutter unit.
Do not disassemble the printer. For inspection,
adjustment, and repair of the printer, contact
the retail outlet where the printer was purchased
or your local authorised service center.
Plastic bags are used in the packaging of your
printer. To avoid danger of suffocation, keep
these bags away from babies and children.
Disconnect the AC adapter immediately and
stop using when you notice abnormal odour,
heat, discolouration, deformation or anything
unusual while using or storing it.
To prevent damage, do not drop or hit the
printer.
CAUTION
Tape cutter
Follow these guidelines to avoid minor personal injury and damage to the printer.
Do not open the tape compartment cover
when operating the cutter unit.
Do not apply excessive pressure to the
cutter unit.
AC adapter
If you do not intend using the printer for an
extended period of time, please disconnect
the AC adapter from the power outlet.
Always hold the plug when disconnecting the
power supply cord from the power outlet.
Printer
Follow these guidelines to avoid minor personal injury and damage to the printer.
Place the printer on a flat, stable surface such
as a desk.
Do not leave the printer within reach of children
with the tape compartment cover open.
Do not place any heavy objects on top of the
printer.
WARNING
Print head

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General Precautions
●The printer may malfunction if left near a television, radio, etc. Do not use the printer near any device
that will cause electromagnetic interference.
●Do not use the printer in any way or for any purpose not described in this manual. Doing so may result
in accidents or damage to the printer.
●Do not put any foreign objects into the label outlet, AC adapter socket, USB port, serial port or LAN
port (PT-9800PCN only), etc.
●Do not touch the print head with your fingers. Use the optional print head cleaning cassette (TZ-CL6),
the self-cleaning function of the printer or a soft wipe (e.g. a cotton swab) when cleaning the print
head (→P. 43).
●Do not clean the printer with alcohol or other organic solvents. Only use a soft, dry cloth.
●Do not place the printer in direct sunlight or rain, near heaters or other hot appliances, in any location
exposed to extremely high or low temperatures (e.g. on the dashboard or in the back of your car),
high humidity, or dusty locations. Standard operating temperature range: 10 to 30°C.
●Do not leave any rubber or vinyl on the printer for an extended period of time, otherwise the printer
may be stained.
●Depending on the environmental conditions and the applied settings, some characters or symbols
may be difficult to read.
●Use only Brother TZ tapes or Brother HG tapes with this printer. Do not use tapes that do not have the
or mark.
●Do not pull or apply pressure to the tape in the cassette. Otherwise the tape cassette or printer may
be damaged.
●Do not try to print labels using an empty tape cassette or without a tape cassette set in the printer.
Doing so will damage the print head.
●Do not attempt to cut the tape while printing or feeding since this will damage the tape.
●Be careful not to scratch the CD-ROM. Do not place the CD-ROM in any location exposed to high or
low temperatures. Do not place heavy objects on the CD-ROM or bend it.
●The software on the CD-ROM is intended for use with the printer and may be installed on more than
one computer.
●We strongly recommend that you read this User’s Guide carefully before using your printer, and then
keep it nearby for future reference.
●Depending on the location, material, and environmental conditions, the label may unpeel or become
irremovable, the colour of the label may change or be transferred to other objects. Before applying the
label, check the environmental condition and the material.
●Do not expose the tape cassettes to direct sunlight, high temperatures, high humidity, or dust. Store
tape cassettes in a cool, dark place. Use the tape cassettes soon after opening the tape cassette
package.
●Markings made with oil-based or water-based ink may be visible through a label affixed over them.
To hide the markings, use two labels layered on top of each other or use a dark-coloured label.
●Note that Brother Co., Ltd. does not assume responsibility for any damage, etc. arising from failure to
follow the precautions listed.

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Table of contents
Unpacking the printer .....................................................................................................7
General description ........................................................................................................8
LED lamps .......................................................................................................................................9
Getting ready to use your printer ................................................................................11
Connecting the printer .................................................................................................12
Connecting to the power source ....................................................................................................12
Connecting to a computer .............................................................................................................13
Using the interface cables .............................................................................................................14
Installing the tape cassette ..........................................................................................15
Authorised tape .............................................................................................................................15
Installing the tape cassette ............................................................................................................15
Installing the software for PT-9700PC ........................................................................16
When using Microsoft®Windows® ................................................................................................16
When using Mac OS® ....................................................................................................................18
Installing the software for PT-9800PCN ......................................................................20
When using Microsoft®Windows® ................................................................................................20
When using Mac OS® ....................................................................................................................24
Uninstalling the software .............................................................................................30
When using Microsoft®Windows® ................................................................................................30
When using Mac OS® ....................................................................................................................31
Advanced function ........................................................................................................32
Printing at a higher speed or at a higher resolution .......................................................................32
Distributed printing ........................................................................................................................33
BTP (Bar code Template Print) function ........................................................................................35
Using P-touch Editor Lite LAN (PT-9800PCN and Windows®only) ..............................................40
Printing the printer settings ............................................................................................................41
Serial interface settings (Windows®only) ..................................................................42
Setting the computer baud rate .....................................................................................................42
Setting the printer baud rate ..........................................................................................................42
Maintenance ..................................................................................................................43
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................44
Q & A .............................................................................................................................................44
Product specifications .................................................................................................47
Appendix ........................................................................................................................48
General procedure for the BTP (Bar code Template Print) function ..............................................48
List of bar codes for specifying settings .........................................................................................49
Accessories ...................................................................................................................................52
Index ...............................................................................................................................57

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Unpacking the printer
Open the box and confirm that the following items are included. If any item is missing or damaged,
please contact your Brother dealer or Brother Customer Service.
■PT-9700PC/PT-9800PCN
Printer (PT-9700PC)
Printer (PT-9800PCN)
■AC adapter (with adapter cord)
Connect to the power supply cord.
■Power supply cord
Connect to the AC adapter and an electrical
outlet (AC 220 to 240 V).
(The design of the AC power plug may differ
by country.)
■USB cable
■Tape cassette
■User’s Guide
■CD-ROM
■Tape catalogue
STATUS
STATUS

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General description
■PT-9700PC
■PT-9800PCN
Front view Rear view
Front view Rear view
1. Tape compartment cover 9. Serial (RS-232C) port
2. Label outlet 10. USB port
3. Cover release button 11. LED lamp on USB Direct Interface
(PT-9800PCN only)
4. STATUS lamp
5. Power button (including lamp) 12. USB Direct Interface for connecting
aBar code Reader (PT-9800PCN only)
6. Feed/Cut button
7. Main power switch 13. LAN (10/100BASE-TX Wired Ethernet) port
(PT-9800PCN only)
8. AC adapter socket
Note
●If the tape compartment cover is left open, dust will collect on the print head. Always close the
cover.
DC IN 24V
10
8
9
STATUS
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
13
DC IN 24V
10
8
9
STATUS
1
12
2
3
4
5
6
11
7

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LED lamps
The condition of the printer shown by LED lamps on printer or USB Direct Interface (PT-9800PCN only).
■LED lamps on printer
Lamp condition
Condition Remedy
Power lamp
(green)
STATUS
lamp (red)
On Off Printer standby condition —
Flashing Off Receiving data —
Flashing On
During the printer receiving data
1) No tape cassette. 1) Install the tape cassette and
close the tape compartment
cover.
2) Tape compartment cover is
open.
2) Close the cover.
3) Incompatible tape cassette. 3) Install the correct tape cassette
and close the tape
compartment cover.
On On
During the printer standby
1) No tape cassette. 1) Install the tape cassette and
close the tape compartment
cover.
2) Tape compartment cover is
open.
2) Close the cover.
3) Incompatible tape cassette. 3) Install the correct tape cassette
and close the tape compartment
cover.
On Flashing
During printing
1) No tape cassette. 1) Install the tape cassette and
close the tape compartment
cover.
2) Tape compartment cover is
open.
2) Close the cover.
3) Incorrect tape cassette. 3) Change the software setting or
install the correct tape cassette.
4) Incompatible tape cassette. 4) Install the correct tape cassette
and close the tape compartment
cover.
Empty tape cassette
Install a tape cassette containing
tape and close the tape
compartment cover.
Transmission error Press the power button on the front
of the printer.

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■LED lamp on USB Direct Interface (PT-9800PCN only)
On Flashing fast
Cutter error Confirm that the tape is not
jammed in the printer. If necessary,
turn the printer off and on with the
power button. If the STATUS lamp
continues to flash, contact your
Brother dealer or Brother Customer
Service.
Roller holder error
Print head overheat error Turn the printer off and on with the
power button.
On Flashing very
fast
EEPROM error Turn the printer off and on with the
power button. If the STATUS lamp
continues to flash, contact your
Brother dealer or Brother Customer
Service.
Circuit board error
Off On Booting —
Lamp condition Condition Remedy
Colour Condition
—Off USB device not connected —
Green On USB device connected —
Red
Flashing HUB connected Disconnect the USB device.
Flashing fast
Noncompliant USB device
connected Disconnect the USB device.
“Buffer full” error with USB Direct
Interface
Data sent from the bar code reader
is saved on the printer.
Do not use the bar code reader to
consecutively scan bar codes and
do not use the bar code reader with
multiple interfaces at the same time.
Flashing very
fast Overcurrent
Disconnect the USB device and
turn the printer off and on with the
power button.
Lamp condition
Condition Remedy
Power lamp
(green)
STATUS
lamp (red)

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Getting ready to use your printer
Before creating labels with the printer, the following preparations are necessary.
Note
●The connection procedures are different depending on the operating system running on the
computer. They will also vary depending on whether a USB connection, serial connection or
network connection (PT-9800 PCN only) is used. For details on connecting the printer to your
specific computer, refer to “Connecting to a computer” (→P. 13).
Connecting the printer
Connect the printer to the power source and your computer,
and install a tape cassette. For details, refer to “Connecting
the printer” (→P. 12) and “Installing the tape cassette”
(→P. 15).
Installing the software
You will need to install the printer driver to use your
printer with your computer. You will also need to install
P-touch Editor label design software. For details on
installing this software, refer to “Installing the software for
PT-9700PC” (→P. 16) or “Installing the software for
PT-9800PCN” (→P. 20).
Creating labels
After setting up your printer you can start creating labels.
For details on how to design and create labels, refer to
the “Software User’s Guide” (PDF). For detailed feature
explanations, you may also reference the P-touch Editor
Help menu found in the software.

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Connecting the printer
Connect the printer to the power source and a computer.
Connecting to the power source
1Connect the included power supply
cord to the AC adapter.
2Insert the AC adapter connector into
the AC adapter socket on the back of
the printer.
3Plug the power supply cord into an
electrical outlet (AC 220 to 240 V).
4Turning on the printer
Turn on the main power switch on the
back of the printer, and then press the
power button on the front of the printer.
Turning off the printer
Hold down the power button on the front
of the printer until the printer is turned off,
and then turn off the main power switch
on the back of the printer.
DCIN 24V
DC IN 24V
Note
●Always turn the power off first using the
power button on the front of the printer
before removing the AC adapter or
turning off the main power switch.
●After using the printer, disconnect the
power supply cord from the electrical
outlet and the AC adapter from the
printer and store them for future use.
●When removing the AC adapter always
pull the plug. Do not pull the AC adapter
or power supply cord. The wire in the
cords may break.
●Do not use any AC adapter other than
the one included with the printer. Failure
to observe this may result in an accident.
DCIN 24V
STATUS
STATUS
Power
button
Main power
switch

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Connecting to a computer
Connect the printer to a computer using the interface cables. The interface cables used to connect
to a USB port, serial (RS-232C) port and LAN (10/100BASE-TX Wired Ethernet) port are different.
Operation Systems
Basic Setup Serial port
(ESC/P and
P-touch
Template only)
USB port LAN port
PT-9700PC
Windows®XP/Windows Vista®/
Windows®7 Yes No
Yes
Mac OS®X 10.3.9-10.6 No
PT-9800PCN
Windows®XP/Windows Vista®/
Windows®7/Windows Server®
2003/Windows Server®2008/
2008 R2 Yes Yes
Yes
Mac OS®X 10.3.9-10.6 No

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Using the interface cables
Serial (RS-232C) cables and network (Ethernet) cables are not standard accessories. Use the
appropriate cable for your type of interface.
■USB cable
Use the enclosed interface cable.
■Serial (RS-232C) cable (Windows®only)
The pin assignments for the serial cables (RS-232C cables) which can be used with this printer
are shown in the table below. You can purchase the cables at an electronics store. Do not use
aserial cable that is longer than 1.8 m.
Brother printer side Computer side
(D-Sub female, lock screw #4-40 inch screw) (D-Sub9P female)
■Network cable (PT-9800PCN only)
Use a straight-through Category5 (or greater) twisted-pair cable for 10BASE-T or 100BASE-TX
Fast Ethernet Network.
Note
●For USB interface, the included USB interface cable should be used to ensure compliance
with the limits for EMC.
●For serial and network interfaces, a shielded interface cable should be used to ensure
compliance with the limits for EMC.
●Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Brother Industries, Ltd. may affect the
performance and print quality, and damage may not be covered under the limited warranty.
Signal
Name
Pin
Number Pin Assignments Pin Number
Signal
Name
DCD 1 1 DCD
RXD 2 2 RXD
TXD 3 3 TXD
DTR 4 4 DTR
GND 5 5 GND
DSR 6 6 DSR
RTS 7 7 RTS
CTS 8 8 CTS
RI 9 9 RI
Note
●The RS-232C serial connector part of this equipment is not Limited Power Source.
●For details on serial interface settings, refer to “Serial interface settings (Windows®only)”
(→P. 42).
Note
●Connect this product to a LAN connection that is not subjected to overvoltages.

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Installing the tape cassette
This section lists the types of tape that may be used with the printer and explains the procedures to
install the tape cassettes.
Authorised tape
The types of tape that may be used with the
printer are listed below. For details on the
tapes, refer to “Accessories” (→P. 52).
■TZ Tapes
Standard Laminated Tape
Standard Non-Laminated Tape
Strong Adhesive Tape - Laminated
Flexible ID tape - Laminated
Fabric Iron-On Tape - Non-Laminated
Security Tape - Laminated
Stencil Tape - Non-Laminated
■HG Tapes
HG tapes enable three available
combinations of higher printing speed and
print resolutions. For details on high-speed
printing, refer to “Printing at a higher speed
or at a higher resolution” (→P. 32).
Installing the tape cassette
This section explains the procedure to install
the tape cassette.
1Hold down the power button on the
front of the printer until the Power
lamp is off.
2Press the cover release button and
open the tape compartment cover.
3Install the tape cassette.
Make sure that the end of the tape feeds
under the tape guide.
• If the ink ribbon is loose, use your
finger to wind the toothed wheel in the
direction of the arrow on the cassette.
4Close the tape compartment cover
and press the power button on the
front of printer.
5Press the Feed/Cut button to remove
the tape slack.
Cover release button
Note
●You can only remove the tape cassette
when the roller assembly of the printer
has been released. It will be released
automatically if you press the power
button on the front of the printer or if no
additional operation is performed within
10 minutes after printing a label.
Tape guide
End of the
tape
Toothed wheel

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Installing the software for PT-9700PC
The procedure for installing the software varies depending on the OS of the computer. Installation
procedure is subject to change without notice.
For Microsoft®Windows®users, see “When using Microsoft®Windows®” (→P. 16).
For Macintosh®users, see “When using Mac OS®” (→P. 18).
When using Microsoft®Windows®
This section explains how to install P-touch
Editor 5.0, the printer driver and Software
User's Guide (PDF).
The following is the example for Windows Vista
®
.
1Start the computer and put the
CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive.
2Click [Standard Installation].
Installation items:
Standard Installation
P-touch Editor 5.0, printer driver, and
Software User’s Guide (PDF).
Custom Installation
P-touch Editor 5.0, printer driver, and
Software User’s Guide (PDF) can all be
installed separately.
Display User’s Guide
Software User’s Guide (PDF)
(PDF reader software required).
Adobe Reader Download
Link to the download page for Adobe®
Reader®will be displayed.
3
Read the licence agreement and click [Yes] if
you agree with the terms and conditions.
Follow the on-screen instructions.
4Put a check mark in the box next to
the Add-In programs you want to
install, and click [Next].
With the Add-In feature you can use
texts from those applications easily in
our label layouts.
Note
●If you will be using the models “PT-9700PC”, it is necessary to install the following versions of
P-touch Editor or b-PAC SDK to avoid printing difficulties:
[P-touch Editor] version 5.0.101 and later (included on CD).
[b-PAC SDK] version 3.0.010 and later (download from Brother Solutions Center).
●For details of the software, see the “Software User’s Guide” (PDF).
●You can find the “Software User’s Guide” (PDF) by clicking “Start” - “All Programs (Programs)” -
“Brother P-touch” - “Manuals” - “PT-9700PC” - “Software User’s Guide”.
Note
●Do not connect the printer to the
computer until directed to do so.
● You must be logged on as a user with
administrator privileges to install this software.
●Turn off the printer with the power button
and then with the main power switch.
Note
●If it does not start up automatically, open
the files on the CD-ROM and double-
click on “Setup.exe”.
Note
●Make sure that all Microsoft®Office
applications are closed.

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5Select the desired model, and then
click [OK].
Follow the on-screen instructions of the
driver installation.
6When instructed, connect your printer
to the computer by using the USB
cable, and then turn on the printer.
7Once the printer is detected, the
driver will automatically be installed.
8When instructed to register your
printer online, select a registration
method and click [Next].
If you have selected to register the
product online, your default internet
browser will be launched in a new
window. Follow the instructions to
register your printer.
9When instructed to download the
optional tools, select your choice and
click [Next].
• If you choose “Yes, display the page”,
you will go to the Brother Solutions
Center web site before finishing the
installation (recommended).
Choose your region (eg. Europe), your
country, your model and Downloads
for your model.
• If you choose “No, do not display the
page”, you will continue the installation.
0Click [Finish].
The software installation is now complete.
Restart your computer if you are instructed
to do so.
aStart the software.
Click “Start” - “All Programs (Programs)”
- “Brother P-touch” - “P-touch Editor 5.0”
to start P-touch Editor 5.0.
DCIN 24V
USB port
USB cable
AC adapter socket
AC adapter
Note
●To download the optional tools later, you
can find them on this Web site:
http://solutions.brother.com/
Choose your region (eg. Europe), your
country, your model and Downloads for
your model.

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When using Mac OS®
This section explains how to install P-touch
Editor 5.0 and the printer driver.
Below is the example for Mac OS®X 10.5.7.
1Start up the Macintosh®, and insert
the CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive.
Double-click the “PT_Series” (CD-ROM)
icon.
2Double-click “Brother PT-9700PC
Driver.pkg” in the “Mac OS X” folder.
The Driver Installer starts up. Follow the
on-screen instructions.
3After the installation is completed and
the screen shown below is displayed,
click [Close].
The installation of the printer driver is
completed.
Next, install the P-touch Editor 5.0.
4Double-click “P-touch Editor 5.0
Installer.mpkg”.
The P-touch Editor 5.0 Installer starts up.
Follow the on-screen instructions.
5When the installation is completed
and the message “Click Restart to
finish installing the software.” is
displayed, click [Restart].
The Macintosh®is restarted.
The installation of software is completed.
Note
●Do not connect the printer to your
Macintosh®before P-touch Editor 5.0
installation has been completed.
●You must be logged on as a user with
administrator privileges to install this
software.
●Turn off the printer with the power button
and then with the main power switch.

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6
After restarting the Macintosh
®
,
connect your printer to the Macintosh
®
by using the USB cable, and then turn
on the printer.
7For Mac OS®X 10.3.9 - 10.4.x
Double-click the drive where Mac OS®X
is installed, and click “Applications” -
“Utilities” - “Printer Setup Utility”.
For Mac OS®X 10.5.x - 10.6
Click Apple menu - “System
Preferences”, and click “Print & Fax”.
8For Mac OS®X 10.3.9 - 10.4.x
Click [Add] and choose USB at the top of
the screen.
Choose “PT-9700PC” from the list and
click [Add] again to add the printer to the
“Printer List”.
For Mac OS®X 10.5.x - 10.6
Choose “Brother PT-9700PC” from the
list and click [Add] / to add the printer
to the “Printer List” / “Print & Fax”.
9When the screen returns to the
“Printer List” / “Print & Fax” screen,
check that the “PT-9700PC/Brother
PT-9700PC” is added, and close the
“Printer List” / “Print & Fax” screen.
Now you can use the printer.
Note
● If you are connecting the printer to the
Macintosh
®
via a USB hub, it may not be
detected correctly. If so, connect the
printer directly to the USB port on the
Macintosh
®
.
DCIN 24V
USB port
USB cable
AC adapter socket
AC adapter