Brother RuggedJet RJ3150Z1 Technical manual

RJ-3050
RJ-3150
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RJ-3050/RJ-3150

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Introduction
Important Notice
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Beforeusingtheprinter,besuretoread all documentsincludedwiththeprinterforinformationaboutsafety
and proper operation.
Illustrations and text displays shown in this manual are for RJ-3150. Illustrations for RJ-3050 may also be
shown in this manual if necessary.
Symbols Used in This Guide
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WARNING Tells you what to do to avoid the risk of injury.
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damage to the printer.
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in damage, or failed operations.
Note Indicates notes that provide information or directions that can help you better
understand and use the product more efficiently.

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country.
Windows Vista®in this document represents all editions of Windows Vista®.
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Table of Contents
Section I Basic Operations
1 Setting Up the Printer 2
General Description...................................................................................................................................2
Using the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery......................................................................................................4
Installing the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery...........................................................................................4
Removing the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery.........................................................................................4
Recharging the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery.............................................................................................5
While Installed in the Printer................................................................................................................5
Connecting to an AC Power Socket (Optional) ...................................................................................6
Connecting to a DC Power Socket (Optional).....................................................................................7
Using the Battery Charger (Optional)..................................................................................................7
Using the Cradle (Optional).................................................................................................................7
Stopping Rechargeable Li-ion Battery Charging.................................................................................8
Tips on Using the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery...................................................................................8
Installing the Clock Battery (RJ-3150 Only).........................................................................................9
Turning the Printer On or Off...................................................................................................................10
Setting the RD Roll..................................................................................................................................10
When Using RJ-3050 or When Not Using the Label Peeler (RJ-3150).............................................11
Cutting Roll Paper .............................................................................................................................13
When Using the Label Peeler (RJ-3150 Only) ..................................................................................13
Printer Driver Settings .......................................................................................................................16
After Printing......................................................................................................................................17
Removing the RD Roll.............................................................................................................................18
Attaching the Belt Clip .............................................................................................................................20
Installing the Printer Driver and the Software..........................................................................................21
Before You Begin (Connecting the Printer Using a Wireless Network).............................................21
Uninstalling the Printer Driver..................................................................................................................22
Connecting the Computer and Printer.....................................................................................................24
USB Connection................................................................................................................................24
Bluetooth Connection........................................................................................................................25
Wi-Fi Connection...............................................................................................................................26
LCD Display (RJ-3150 Only) ...................................................................................................................27
Screen...............................................................................................................................................27
LCD Display Settings.........................................................................................................................28
2 Using the Printer 39
Operation Panel.......................................................................................................................................39
Button Functions................................................................................................................................40
Indicators...........................................................................................................................................42
Printing Solutions.....................................................................................................................................43
Printing from Computers and Mobile Devices .........................................................................................43
Making Prints Lighter or Darker.........................................................................................................44
Printer Driver Options..............................................................................................................................45

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Printing Labels Stored in the Printer (RJ-3150 Only)...............................................................................45
Configuring the Template Mode........................................................................................................45
Printing Using the Operation Panel on the Printer.............................................................................45
Printing Using a Barcode Reader......................................................................................................47
Label Layouts on the Printer (Deleting and Log) (RJ-3150 Only)............................................................48
3 Printer Setting Tool 49
About the Printer Setting Tool..................................................................................................................49
Before Using the Printer Setting Tool................................................................................................49
Using the Printer Setting Tool..................................................................................................................50
Communication Settings..........................................................................................................................52
Settings Dialog Box...........................................................................................................................52
Menu Bar...........................................................................................................................................54
General Tab.......................................................................................................................................57
Wireless LAN Tab..............................................................................................................................59
Wireless Direct Tab...........................................................................................................................63
Bluetooth Tab....................................................................................................................................64
Applying Setting Changes to Multiple Printers ..................................................................................65
Device Settings........................................................................................................................................66
Menu Bar...........................................................................................................................................68
Settings Tabs.....................................................................................................................................70
Store Image (RJ-3150 Only)....................................................................................................................78
Main Screen ......................................................................................................................................78
Edit Screen........................................................................................................................................79
P-touch Template Settings ......................................................................................................................81
P-touch Template..............................................................................................................................81
P-touch Template Settings Dialog Box..............................................................................................82
Paper Size Setup.....................................................................................................................................84
Paper Size Setup Dialog Box............................................................................................................84
Distributing Paper Formats................................................................................................................89
4 Other Functions 90
Mass Storage...........................................................................................................................................90
Description.........................................................................................................................................90
Using the Mass Storage Feature.......................................................................................................90
JPEG Printing..........................................................................................................................................91
5 Printing Labels Using P-touch Template (RJ-3150 Only) 92
P-touch Template Function......................................................................................................................92
Preparation..............................................................................................................................................93
Specifying Settings in the P-touch Template Settings Tool...............................................................93
Connecting a Barcode Reader ................................................................................................................94
Preset Template Printing.........................................................................................................................95
Barcode Printing (Copying)......................................................................................................................97
Database-assisted Label Printing............................................................................................................99
Numbering Function (Serialised Number) Printing................................................................................102
For a Text Label ..............................................................................................................................102
For a Barcode Label........................................................................................................................105

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6 Maintaining the Printer 108
Print Head Maintenance........................................................................................................................108
Roller Maintenance................................................................................................................................109
Paper Outlet Maintenance.....................................................................................................................110
Label Peeler Maintenance (RJ-3150 Only)............................................................................................111
7 Reference 112
LED Indicators.......................................................................................................................................112
Indicator Warnings.................................................................................................................................114
Printing the Printer Set-up Information ..................................................................................................115
8 Troubleshooting 116
Overview................................................................................................................................................116
9 Technical Information 122
Product Specifications...........................................................................................................................122
Section II Software
10 How to Use P-touch Editor 125
Using P-touch Editor..............................................................................................................................125
Using P-touch Editor........................................................................................................................125
Tips for Creating Templates ..................................................................................................................129
Creating a Template........................................................................................................................129
Linking a Database to a Template...................................................................................................133
11 How to Use P-touch Transfer Manager & P-touch Library 135
Using P-touch Transfer Manager...........................................................................................................136
Transferring the Label Template to P-Touch Transfer Manager.....................................................136
Transferring Templates or Other Data from the Computer to the Printer via USB..........................139
Backing up Templates or Other Data Saved in the Printer..............................................................144
Deleting All the Printer Data............................................................................................................145
Using P-touch Library............................................................................................................................146
Starting P-touch Library...................................................................................................................146
Opening and Editing Templates......................................................................................................147
Printing Templates...........................................................................................................................148
Searching for Templates or Other Data...........................................................................................148
12 Transferring Label Templates with P-touch Transfer Express 150
Preparing P-touch Transfer Express .....................................................................................................150
Transferring the Label Template to P-Touch Transfer Manager ...........................................................151
Saving the Label Template as a Transfer Package File (.pdz)..............................................................152
Distributing the Transfer Package File (.pdz) and P-Touch Transfer Express to the User....................154
Transferring the Transfer Package File (.pdz) to Brother Printer...........................................................155

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13 How to update P-touch Software 158
Updating P-touch Editor.........................................................................................................................158
Updating the Firmware ..........................................................................................................................160
Section III Wireless network
14 Introduction 163
Network Features ..................................................................................................................................163
15 Changing Your Printer’s Network Settings 164
Changing Your Printer's Network Settings (IP Address, Subnet Mask and Gateway) ..........................164
Using the BRAdmin Light Utility.......................................................................................................164
Other Management Utilities...................................................................................................................166
Using the Web Based Management (Web Browser).......................................................................166
Using the BRAdmin Professional Utility...........................................................................................166
16 Configuring Your Printer for a Wireless Network 167
Using Your Brother Printer’s Own Functions (RJ-3150 Only)................................................................167
Establishing a Wireless LAN Connection........................................................................................167
Displaying the Network Settings......................................................................................................167
Establishing a Wireless LAN Connection Using WPS.....................................................................167
17 Web Based Management 168
Overview................................................................................................................................................168
Configuring the Printer Settings Using Web Based Management (Web Browser)................................169
18 Troubleshooting 170
Overview................................................................................................................................................170
Identifying the Problem....................................................................................................................170
19 Appendix A 175
Supported Protocols and Security Features..........................................................................................175
20 Appendix B 176
Types of Network Connections and Protocols.......................................................................................176
Types of Network Connections........................................................................................................176
Configuring Your Brother Printer for a Network.....................................................................................178
IP Addresses, Subnet Masks and Gateways ..................................................................................178
Wireless Network Terms and Concepts ................................................................................................180
Security Terms ................................................................................................................................180

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21 Appendix C 185
General Procedure for the P-touch Template Function.........................................................................185
List of Barcodes for Specifying Settings................................................................................................186

Section I
Basic Operations I
Setting Up the Printer 2
Using the Printer 39
Printer Setting Tool 49
Other Functions 90
Printing Labels Using P-touch Template (RJ-3150 Only) 92
Maintaining the Printer 108
Reference 112
Troubleshooting 116
Technical Information 122

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General Description 1
Setting Up the Printer 1
Front (RJ-3050)
1 Battery compartment
2 Battery latch
3 Mini-USB port
4 DC connector
5 Cover open lever
6 RD Roll compartment cover
7 Paper outlet
8 Battery indicator
9 STATUS indicator
10POWER indicator
11 (Power) button (To turn the printer on/off)
12 (Feed) button (To feed the paper or print the printer settings)
13 (Wi-Fi) button (To communicate with your wireless devices or wireless access point/router)
14Wi-Fi indicator
15 (Bluetooth) button (To communicate with your Bluetooth-equipped computer/adapter)
16Bluetooth indicator
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Front (RJ-3150)
1 Battery compartment
2 Battery latch
3 USB host port
4 Mini-USB port
5 DC connector
6 Cover open lever
7 Peeler latch
8 RD Roll compartment cover
9 Paper outlet
10Label peeler
11LCD display
12Battery indicator
13 (Power) button
(To turn the printer on/off)
14 (Cancel) button
15Cursor button ( UP/ DOWN)
16OK button
17Menu button
18 (Feed)button(Tofeedthepaperorprintthe
printer settings)
Back (RJ-3150)
1 Battery cover (for clock battery)
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Setting Up the Printer
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Using the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery 1
Installing the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery 1
aMake sure that the battery latch is lifted up, and then insert the battery into the battery compartment with
the battery cover attached to the battery. Make sure that the terminal end of the battery is facing inward.
bWith the battery inserted and while pushing the battery lightly into the cavity, lower the battery latch until
it clicks locking the battery in place.
Removing the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery 1
While pushing the battery lightly, lift the battery latch to unlock the battery, and then remove the battery.

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Recharging the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery 1
While Installed in the Printer 1
The rechargeable Li-ion battery can be charged while it is inserted in the printer.
Perform the following procedure to charge the rechargeable Li-ion battery.
Note
• Before using the rechargeable Li-ion battery, use the following procedure to charge it.
• Fully charge a new battery. Initial charging will take about 3 hours.
• Print speed varies with the available battery voltage.
aMake sure that the rechargeable Li-ion battery is installed in the printer.
bUse the AC adapter and AC power cord to connect the printer to an AC power socket (see Connecting
to an AC Power Socket (Optional) on page 6), or use the car adapter to connect the printer to a DC
power socket (see Connecting to a DC Power Socket (Optional) on page 7).
Note
The battery indicator light is orange when the battery is charging. When the rechargeable Li-ion battery is
fully charged, the battery indicator light turns off. Disconnect the AC adapter or car adapter from the DC
connector.

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Connecting to an AC Power Socket (Optional) 1
Connect the printer to a nearby AC power socket to charge the rechargeable battery.
aConnect the AC adapter to the printer.
bConnect the AC power cord to the AC adapter.
cConnect the AC power cord to a nearby AC power socket (100 - 240 VAC, 50 - 60 Hz).
1 AC adapter
2 AC power cord
Note
The AC adapter and AC power cord are optional accessories. When purchasing, purchase the adapter
and power cord appropriate for the region where the printer will be used.
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Setting Up the Printer
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Connecting to a DC Power Socket (Optional) 1
Connect the printer to your vehicle’s 12 V DC power socket (cigarette lighter, etc.)to charge the rechargeable
battery.
aConnect the car adapter to the vehicle’s 12 V DC power socket.
bConnect the car adapter to the printer.
1 Car adapter
Note
The car adapter is an optional accessory.
Using the Battery Charger (Optional) 1
The rechargeable Li-ion battery can be charged using the dedicated battery charger (PA-BC-001).
When you use an AC power socket, up to four battery chargers can be connected together for charging at
the same time.
For details, refer to the operation manual that is included with the battery charger.
Using the Cradle (Optional) 1
The rechargeable Li-ion battery can be charged by placing the printer with the battery installed into the
dedicated cradle (PA-CR-001) and connecting the power cord.
When you use an AC power socket, up to four cradles can be connected together for charging at the same
time.
For details, refer to the operation manual that is included with the cradle.
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Stopping Rechargeable Li-ion Battery Charging 1
To stop rechargeable Li-ion battery from charging, disconnect the AC power cord or car adapter from the DC
connector.
Tips on Using the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery 1
Fully charge the rechargeable Li-ion battery before use. Do not use it before it is charged.
Darker prints discharge the rechargeable Li-ion battery faster than lighter prints. Adjust the print density
setting in the printer driver’s dialog box or in the Device settings (see Device Settings on page 66).
TherechargeableLi-ion battery charging cantakeplacein0-40°Cenvironments.Chargetherechargeable
Li-ion battery in an environment in this temperature range. If the surrounding temperature is out of this
range, the rechargeable Li-ion battery will not be charged, and the battery indicator will remain lit.
If the printer is used when both the rechargeable Li-ion battery is installed and the AC adapter or car
adapter is connected, the battery indicator may turn off and charging may stop even if the rechargeable
Li-ion battery has not been fully charged.
Rechargeable Li-ion Battery Characteristics 1
The following guidelines will help you get the highest performance and longest life from your rechargeable
Li-ion battery:
Using or storing the rechargeable Li-ion battery in a location exposed to extreme high or low temperatures
may accelerate its deterioration. In particular, using a rechargeable Li-ion battery with a high charge
(charged 90% or more) in a location exposed to high temperatures will considerably accelerate battery
deterioration.
Avoid regular printing while charging. Unplug power to the printer while printing.
Do not store the battery in the printer.
Batteries should be stored with less than a 50% charge in a cool dry place out of direct sunlight.
The battery should be recharged every 6 months when stored for long periods of time.
Refer to the rechargeable Li-ion battery instruction manual for other precautions.

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Installing the Clock Battery (RJ-3150 Only) 1
aOpen the battery cover using a Phillips screwdriver.
bInsert the supplied battery into the space for the battery, making sure that the battery is level and its
positive side is facing up.
cReplace the battery cover.

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Turning the Printer On or Off 1
Note
When turning the printer off, do NOT remove the battery until the STATUS indicator goes off (for RJ-3050)
or the LCD display turns off (for RJ-3150).
Setting the RD Roll 1
Note
• The RJ-3150 can display graphical loading instructions. Simply open the RD Roll compartment cover and
press the [Menu] button.
• The RJ-3150 is equipped with a label peeler and sensor to automatically separate a printed label from its
backing paper after it is printed.
For details on using the label peeler, see When Using the Label Peeler (RJ-3150 Only) on page 13.
On (Press and hold the (Power) button until) Off (Press and hold the (Power) button until)
RJ-3050 POWER indicator turns green STATUS indicator turns red
RJ-3150 LCD display turns on [System Off] appears on LCD display

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When Using RJ-3050 or When Not Using the Label Peeler (RJ-3150) 1
aPush the cover open lever to open the RD Roll compartment cover.
1 Cover open lever
bOpen the roll guides by lifting up the roll guide adjustment lever (1) and pulling the roll guide outwards.
Insert an RD Roll into the RD Roll compartment with the roll feeding from the bottom as shown.
Important
• Make sure that the position of the roll guide to prevent the RD Roll from moving sideways.
• The thermal sensitive side must be on the outside of the roll and installed as shown to print properly.
1 Roll guide adjustment lever
2 Roll guide
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