Dymo LetraTag 100-H User manual

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DYMO LetraTag 100-H
Figure 1
Space Bar Backspace
Settings
Cancel
Memory Save
OK
Memory Recall
CAPs
Clear
Insert
Label Exit
Print
LCD Display
Cutter Button
Format
Navigation
Num Lock
Power

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About Your New Labelmaker
With your new DYMO LetraTag™labelmaker, you can create a wide
variety of high-quality, self-adhesive labels. You can choose to print
your labels in many different sizes and styles. The labelmaker uses
DYMO LetraTag (LT)
12 mm label cassettes. LT cassettes are available in
multiple colors of plastic tape and in white iron-on tape.
Visit www.dymo.com for information on obtaining labels and
accessories for your labelmaker.
Warranty Registration
Please complete the warranty registration card and return it to the
appropriate Customer Support address within seven days. Visit
www.dymo.com/registration for details or to register online.
Getting Started
Follow the instructions in this section to print your first label.
Connecting the Power
The labelmaker is powered by standard batteries. To save power, the
labelmaker will automatically turn off after two minutes of inactivity.
Inserting the Batteries
The labelmaker uses four high-capacity AA alkaline batteries.

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To insert the batteries
1. Remove the battery compartment
cover. See Figure 2.
2. Insert the batteries following the
polarity markings (+ and –).
3. Replace the cover.
Remove the batteries if the labelmaker
will not be used for a long period of time.
Inserting the Label Cassette
Your labelmaker comes with one label cassette. Visit
www.dymo.com for information about purchasing additional label
cassettes.
To insert the label cassette
1. Press and release the label cassette
cover to open the label
compartment. See Figure 3.
Figure 2
Figure 3

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2. Insert the cassette with the label
positioned between the print head
and pinch roller. See Figure 4.
3. Press firmly until cassette clicks
into place.
4. Close the label cassette cover and
press to turn on the power.
Selecting a Language
The first time you turn on the power, you are asked to select your
desired language. By default, the language is set to English. The
language option you choose determines the character set and date
format that are available.
To select a language
1. Press .
2. Use the up or down arrow keys to select Language and press .
3. Use the up or down arrow keys to select the language you want and
press .
Setting the Date and Time
You need to set the current date and time so that the date is correct if
you choose to automatically insert a date on your label.
Figure 4

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The default date and time format depends upon the language you
select for the labelmaker. US English uses the date format MMM DD, YY
and the 12-hour time format; all other languages use the date format
DD MMM YY and the 24-hour time format.
To set the date and time
1. Press .
2. Use the up or down arrow keys to select Set Date, and press .
The default date is displayed.
3. Use the left or right arrow key to move the cursor over each setting
(month, day, and year) and use the up or down arrow keys to
increase or decrease the value.
4. When finished, press .The default time is displayed.
5. Use the left or right arrow key to move the cursor over each setting
(hours and minutes) and use the up or down arrow keys to increase
or decrease the value.
6. When finished, press .

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Printing Your First Label
You are now ready to print your first label.
To print a label
1. Enter text to create a simple label.
2. Press .
3. Press the cutter button to cut the label.
Congratulations!You have printed your first label. Continue reading
to learn more about the options available for creating labels.
Getting to Know the Labelmaker
Become familiar with the location of the feature and function keys on
your labelmaker. Refer to Figure 1 on the inside front cover. The
following sections describe each feature in detail.
Power
The button turns the power on and off. After two minutes of no
activity, the power is switched off automatically. The last label created
is remembered and displayed when the power is turned back on. The
previously selected style settings are also restored.
You can also press to cancel printing and return to edit mode.

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LCD Display
You can enter up to 100 characters and spaces on a label; however, the
display will only show a small portion of the characters.
And, with DYMO’s exclusive graphical
display, any formatting you add is visible
instantly. For example, the italics and
rounded border added to the text in
Figure 5 are clearly displayed.
Feature indicators appear along the top
of the display to let you know when a
feature is selected.
CAPS Mode
The key toggles capitalization on or off. When CAPS mode is
turned on, the CAPS mode indicator is shown on the display and all
letters that you enter will be capitalized. The default setting is CAPS
mode on. When CAPS mode is off, all letters appear in lower case.
Font size # lines CAPs Num Lock
Figure 5

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Num Lock
The key provides access to the numbers located on the A
through J keys. When Num Lock mode is turned on, the Num Lock
indicator is shown on the display and the numbers 1 through 0 appear
when you press the letters A through J. Num Lock is turned off by
default.
Backspace
The key removes the character to the left of the cursor.
Clear
The key clears all label text and formatting.
Navigation Keys
You can review and edit your label using the left and right arrow keys
on the Navigation key.You can navigate through menu selections using
the up and down arrow keys, and then press to make a selection.
Cancel
The key allows you to exit from a menu without making a
selection or to cancel an action.

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Format
The key displays the font size, style, and borders submenus.
These formatting features are described later in this User Guide.
Insert
The key allows you to insert symbols, a second line, or the date
on your label.
Settings
The key displays the Preview, Set Date, Language, and Set Print
Contrast submenus. These features are described later in this User
Guide.
Formatting Your Label
You can choose from a number of formatting options to enhance the
appearance of your labels.
Changing the Font Size
Five font sizes are available for your labels: Extra Small, Small, Medium,
Large, and Extra Large.

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When you select a size, that size applies to all characters on a label.
To set the font size
1. Press the key.
2. Use the up or down arrow keys to select Size and press .
3. Use the up or down arrow keys to select the desired font size and
then press .
Adding Font Styles
You can choose from six different font styles:
When you select a style, that style applies to all characters. Styles can
be used with alphanumeric characters and some symbols.
To set the font style
1. Press .
2. Use the up or down arrow keys to select Style and press .
3. Use the up or down arrow keys to select a font style and press .
Normal
Bold
Italic
Outline
Shadow
Vertical