Dymo LetraTag Labelmaker User manual

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User Guide
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LetraTag User Guide
Figure 1 DYMO LetraTag Labelmaker
Space Bar Backspace
Extra
Cancel
Memory Save
OK
Memory Recall
CAPs
Clear
Insert
Label Exit
Print
LCD Display
Cutter
Settings
Navigation
Num Lock
Power
Power Connector

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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 or an AC power
adapter. 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.
Connecting the Optional Power Adapter
An optional 9 Volt, 1.5 A power adapter can also be used to power
the labelmaker. Connecting the AC adapter to the labelmaker
disconnects the batteries as a power source.
To connect the power adapter
1. Plug the power adapter into the power connector on the top of
the labelmaker.
2. Plug the other end of the power adapter into a power outlet.
Make sure the labelmaker power is turned off before you
disconnect the power adapter from the main power source.
Otherwise, your most recent memory settings will be lost.
Figure 2
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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.
Before using the
labelmaker, remove the
protective cardboard insert
from label exit slot.
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.
Remove
cardboard inser
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Figure 3
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Figure 4

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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 key to select Language and press .
3. Use the up or down arrow key 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.
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 key to select Set Date and press .

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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 .
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 PRINT.
3. Press the cutter button to cut the label.
Congratulations!You printed your first label. Continue reading to
learn more about the options available for creating labels.

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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.
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.
Font size # lines CAPs Num Loc
k
Figure 5

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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.
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.

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Cancel
The key allows you to exit from a menu without making a
selection or to cancel an action.
Settings
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.
Extra
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.

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Changing the Font Size
Five font sizes are available for your labels: Extra Small, Small, Medium,
Large, and Extra Large.
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.
Normal
Bold
Italic
Outline
Shadow
Vertical

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To set the font style
1. Press .
2. Use the up or down arrow key to select Style and press .
3. Use the up or down arrow key to select a font style and press .
Creating Two-Line Labels
You can print a maximum of two lines on labels.
To create a two-line label
1. Type the text for the first line and press .
2. Use the arrow keys to select Second Line and press . A
multi-line symbol is inserted at the end of the first line, but will
not print on the label.
3. Type the text for the second line.
Adding the Date
You can insert the date on your label. The date format is MMM DD,
YY (US) or DD MMM YY (Europe) depending upon the version of
your labelmaker.
To insert the date
1. Press .
2. Select Date and press .

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Adding Box and Underline Styles
You can highlight your text by choosing a box or underline style.
A label can be underlined or enclosed in a box, but not both
together.
To add an underline or box style
1. Press .
2. Select Borders, and press .
3. Select underline or a box style and press .
On two-line labels, both lines are underlined. In box style mode, all
the lines are enclosed in one box style.
Underline Edged
Square Train
Pointed Sweet Hearts
Rounded Flowers
Crocodile

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Using Symbols and Special Characters
Symbols and other special characters can be added to your labels.
Adding Symbols
The labelmaker supports the extended symbol set shown below.

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To insert a symbol
1. Press , select Symbols, and press . The first row of
symbols shown in the table appears in the display.
2. Use the arrow keys to move to the desired symbol. The left and
right arrows move horizontally along a row of symbols. The up
and down arrow keys scroll vertically through the rows of
symbols.
3. When you locate the symbol, press to add the symbol to
your label.
Adding International Characters
The labelmaker supports the extended Latin character set using
RACE technology. Similar to using a mobile phone keypad, when
you hold down a letter key for longer than one second, you will
scroll through variations on that letter. To insert the character,
release the key when the desired character appears.
For example, if French is selected as the language and you hold
down the letter a, you will see and so on through all the
variations available. The character variations and the order in which
the variations appear depend on the language you have selected to
use.
a à â æ

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Printing Options
You can preview your label and adjust the printing contrast.
Previewing Your Label
You can preview the text or format of your label prior to printing. A
two-line label is previewed as a single-line label with a line break
character between the two lines.
To preview your label
1. Press .
2. Select Preview and press .
The text of the label scrolls across the display.
Adjusting the Print Contrast
You can adjust the print contrast to fine tune the print quality of
your label.
To set the contrast
1. Press .
2. Select Set Contrast and press .
3. Use the arrow keys to select a contrast setting and press .

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Using Labelmaker Memory
The labelmaker has a powerful memory feature that allows you to
store the text of up to nine labels you use frequently.
Storing Label Text
You can store up to nine specific labels you use frequently.
To store the current label text
1. Press . The first of the memory fields is displayed.
2. Use the arrow keys to move through the fields. You can store new
text in any of the memory locations.
3. Select a memory location and press .
Your label text is saved and you are returned to the label.
Recalling Stored Labels
You can easily recall labels stored in memory to use at a later time.
To recall labels
1. Press . The first memory location is displayed similar to
storing a label or format.
2. Use the arrow keys to select a label to recall and press .
To clear a memory field, first recall a label and then press .

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Caring for Your Labelmaker
Your labelmaker is designed to give you long and trouble-free
service, while requiring very little maintenance. Clean your
labelmaker from time to time to keep it working properly. Clean the
cutter blade each time you replace the label cassette.
To clean the cutter blade
1. Remove the label cassette.
2. Place the tip of a ball-point
pen or pencil on the black post
as shown in Figure 6, and press
the post down.
3. While holding the post down,
press and hold the cutter lever
to expose the cutter blade.
4. Use a cotton ball and alcohol to clean both sides of the blade.
5. Release the cutter lever.
You can also follow this procedure if the cutter blade becomes
lodged in the forward position and will not move.
To clean the print head
♦Clean the print head using the cleaning tool located inside the
label compartment lid.
Press in
and hold
Figure 6
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Troubleshooting
Review the following possible solutions if you encounter a problem
while using your labelmaker.
If you still need assistance, contact DYMO Customer Support. See
Contacting Customer Support at the back of this User Guide to
locate the contact number for your country.
Problem/Error Message Solution
No display • Ensure the labelmaker is turned on.
• Replace discharged batteries.
Poor Print Quality • Replace batteries or attach power adapter.
• Ensure label cassette is installed properly.
• Clean the print head.
• Replace the label cassette.
Poor Cutter Performance Clean the cutter blade. See Caring for Your
Labelmaker.
Printing No action required.
Message disappears when printing is finished.
Too many characters
Exceeded maximum number of
characters in buffer.
Delete some or all of the buffer text.
Battery low
Batteries almost discharged. Replace batteries or connect AC power adapter.
Tape Jam
Motor is stalled due to label jam.
• Remove jammed label; replace label cassette.
• Clean cutter blade.

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US FCC Class B Compatibility
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