Dymo LetraTag Plus LT-100T User manual

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LetraTag
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LT-100T
www.dymo.com
User Guide
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AboutYourNewLabelmaker
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 font sizes and styles. The labelmaker
uses DYMO LetraTag (LT) 12 mm label cassettes. LT cassettes are
available in multiple colors of plastic and metallic 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.
GettingStarted
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.
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Inserting the Batteries
The labelmaker uses four high-capacity AA alkaline batteries.
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.
ÇRemove the batteries if the
labelmaker will not be used for a long
period of time.
Figure 2
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.
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ÇMake 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.
Inserting the Label Cassette
Your labelmaker comes with one
label cassette. Visit www.dymo.
comfor information about purchasing
additional label cassettes.
Figure 3
To insert the label cassette
1. Lift the label cassette cover to open
the label compartment.
See Figure 3.
Ç Before using the labelmaker for
the first time, remove the protective
cardboard insert from label exit slot.
See Figure 4.
Figure 4
2. Insert the cassette with the label positioned
between the print head and pinch roller.
3. Press firmly until cassette clicks into place.
4. Close the label cassette cover and press âto turn on the power.
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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 that is
available.
To select a language
1. Press ä.
2. Use the up or down arrow key to select Language and press ã.
3. Use the up or down arrow key to select the language you want
and press ã.
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.
To set the date and time
1. Press ä.
2. Use the up or down arrow key to select Set Date and press ã.
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.
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4. When finished, press ã. 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 ã.
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 å.
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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GettingtoKnowtheLabelmaker
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 âbutton 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 âto 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.
 ≠ Font size ßCAPS
Æ # lines ∞Num Lock
Figure 5
Feature indicators appear along the top of the display to let you
know when a feature is selected.
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CAPS Mode
The [key toggles capitalization on or o. 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 o, all letters appear in lower case.
Num Lock
The ñkey provides access to the numbers located on some of
the alphabetic keys.When Num Lock mode is turned on, the Num
Lock indicator is shown on the display and the numbers 0 through
9 appear when you press the corresponding letter keys. Num Lock is
turned o by default.
Backspace
The ókey removes the character to the left of the cursor.
Clear
The îkey 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 ã to make a selection.
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Cancel
The úkey allows you to exit from a menu without making a
selection or to cancel an action.
Format
The ôkey displays the Size, Style, and Borders submenus. These
formatting features are described later in this User Guide.
Insert
The òkey allows you to insert symbols, a second line, or the
date on your label.
Settings
The äkey displays the Preview, Language, Set Date, and Set
Contrast submenus. These features are described later in this User
Guide.
FormattingYourLabel
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. When you select a size, that size
applies to all characters on a label.
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