K-sun BEE3 User manual

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Declaration of Conformity
K-Sun Corporation
370 SMC Drive, PO Box 309
Somerset, WI 54025
Phone: [phone]
Product Name: K-Sun LABELShop®B2
Model Number: K-Sun LABELShop®B2
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed
to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This Equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
tReorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
tIncrease the separation between the equipment and receiver.
tConnect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
tConsult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
tTo ensure compliance with the limits for a Class B digital device the enclosed
interface cable should be used. (If Applicable)
tModifications or changes not expressly approved by K-Sun Corporation could
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Introduction
Thank you for purchasing LABELShop£BEE3.
This manual is divided into four sections:
1. Getting Started
2. Basic Operations 1
3. Basic Operations 2
4. Additional Functions
Please read this manual before using your LABELShop£BEE3.
This manual contains CAUTION and WARNING notices which must be observed
and tips that can assist you complete the task more easily and more effectively.
Be sure to keep this manual handy for future references.
All rights reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system,
or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying,
recording, or otherwise, without our prior written permission.
The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice.
All effortshave been made to ensure the accuracy of the contents of this manual.
However, should any errors be detected, we would greatly appreciate being informed of
them.
xTexts you have entered are temporary saved in this device, but not kept for extended
period of time. We shall not be liable for damages, losses, costs, or expenses incurred as
a result of malfunction, repair, test, or battery exhaustion of this device.
xAbout the labels
Before attaching labels, be sure to check the purpose of use and the material of the
adhered surface. Depending on the material, environmental conditions, etc., following
problems may occur.
-Color of the labels changes
-Labels come off
-Texts on the label wear off
-Cannot peel off the labels
-Glue remains on the adhered surface
-The adhered surface absorbs the color of the label
-The adhered surface is damaged
We shall not be liable for any damages, losses, costs, or expenses arising from these
problems.
xDo not carry out any operations not described in this manual, or LABELShop£BEE3
may break or cause injury.

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Important Safety Precautions
Items below should always be followed to protect users, their surroundings and their
property from possible injury or damage. Be sure to read and understand the
instructions before using your LABELShop£BEE3 and keep this manual handy for
future references.
Precautionary notations throughout the text are categorized relative to 1) personal injury
and 2) damage to equipment.
Please familiarize yourself with the following definitions and meanings for each symbol
before reading the precautions.
DANGER
Signals a precaution which, if ignored, will result in serious
or fatal personal injury. Pay extra caution in performing
procedures preceded by DANGER headings.
WARNING Signals a precaution which, if ignored, could result in
serious or fatal personal injury.
CAUTION Signals a precaution which, if ignored, could result in
damage to equipment.
Important reminder
Prohibited
Mandatory
DANGER
When using the battery
If liquid leaking from the battery gets into your eyes, do not rub your
eyes. Wash them well with clean water and contact a doctor
immediately.

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WARNING
Always use the AC adapter designed for this product. When using the AC adapter,
make sure to observe the following precautions.
Do not attempt to use any adapters other than the AC adapter
designed for this device. This may cause damage, overheating, fire,
or electric shock.
Be sure to use the AC adapter with the proper voltage. Using it with
other voltage levels may cause fire, smoke, overheating, or electric
shock.
Do not pull the AC adapter cord excessively or put a heavy object
on it. This may cause fire or electric shock.
WARNING
When using the battery
Do not use batteries with their and terminals reversed. This
may cause leakage, overheating, or explosion.
If liquid from the battery enters your mouth, rinse immediately with
plenty of water and consult a doctor.
If liquid from the battery comes in contact with your skin or cloth,
wash away with water. This may cause damage to your skin.
Do not use a new battery and an old battery, or different types of
batteries at the same time. Doing so may cause leakage,
overheating, or explosion.
When the battery runs down, take it out of the device immediately. If
a flat battery is left inside the device for long periods, gas emitted
from the battery may cause leakage, overheating, explosion, or
damage to the device.
If you do not use LABELShop£BEE3 for an extended period, take
out the batteries from the device. Gas emitted from the battery may
cause leakage, overheating, explosion, or damage to the device.
Not correct
AC adapter
Not 120V
Not specified
battery

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Follow the instructions given on the label or a package of the
battery. Misuse of the batteries may cause leakage, overheating,
explosion, injury, or damage to the device.
WARNING
Other
Do not step on, drop, hit, or have strong impacts on this device. This
may cause fire or electric shock. If your LABELShop£BEE3 is
damaged, turn the power off, remove the AC adapter from
the electrical outlet, and contact a local distributor. Using the
damaged device may cause fire and electric shock.
Do not touch the device, the AC adapter, or the plug with
wet hands. This may cause malfunction, fire, or electric shock.
Keep plastic bags out of reach of children. Children may suffocate if
they put their heads into plastic bags.
Do not spill liquid or spray insecticide onto LABELShop£BEE3. This
may cause malfunction, fire, or electric shock. If you spilled liquid,
turn the power off, remove the AC adapter from the
electrical outlet, and contact a local distributor. Using the damaged
device may cause fire and electric shock.
Never modify or disassemble the device. This may cause fire or
electric shock. Do not carry out any operations not described in this
manual, or LABELShop£BEE3 may break or cause injury.
WARNING
Instructions

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CAUTION
When using the battery
Follow the instructions given on the label or a package of the
battery. Misuse of the batteries may cause leakage, overheating,
explosion, injury, or damage to the device.
Auto-cutter
Keep your fingers off the exit slot where the labels come out during
printing or when the cutter is operating. This may cut your fingers.
Other
Do not put anything heavy on LABELShop£BEE3 or leave it in
unstable position. This may cause injury or damage to the device.
Always turn the power off before removing the AC adapter
from the electrical outlet. This may cause malfunction of the device.
About the labels
Before attaching labels, be sure to check the purpose of use and
the material of the adhered surface. Depending on the material,
environmental conditions, etc., following problems may occur.
xColor of the labels change
xLabels come off
xTexts on the label wear off
xCannot peel off the labels
xGlue remains on the adhered surface
xThe adhered surface absorbs the color of the label
xThe adhered surface is damaged
We shall not be liable for any damages, losses, costs, or expenses
arising from these problems.
Instructions
Check

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Precautions when using tape cartridges
Precautions when installing tape cartridges
Tighten the ink ribbon
Insert a pencil or a similar tool into the hole of the tape cartridge and
turn it slightly toward the direction of the arrow. If the ink ribbon is not
tightened, it may come in contact with the printhead during installation.
This may bend or break the ink ribbon and damage the tape cartridge.
Install the tape cartridge properly
Insert the tape cartridge fully with its label side
up until the cartridge is secured by the fixing
tab of the main unit. When installing a new tape
cartridge or one with an extended tape end,
straighten the tape end and pass it through the
tape guide. If the tape cartridge is not installed
properly, tape may be bent or the tape
cartridges may pop out of the main unit during
printing. This may cause damage or the
malfunction of the tape cartridge.
Feed the tape after installation ( + )
After installing the tape cartridge, be sure to feed the tape by pressing the key and
the key at the same time. If the tape is not fed properly, tape may be bent or the
tape cartridges may pop out of the main unit during printing. This may cause damage or the
malfunction of the tape cartridge.
See "Feeding tape" (p.11) .
Do not drop or disassemble the tape cartridges. This may cause malfunction
of the cartridges.
Do not pull or squeeze the label coming out of the exit slot. This may cause
malfunction of the device.
Tape cartridges should be stored in a dark cold place away from direct
sunlight, heat, moisture, and dust. It is recommended that you use the tape
cartridge as soon as possible after opening.

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General cautions
Be sure to read and understand the "Important Safety Precautions" before using
your LABELShop£BEE3.
Unplug the AC adapter from both the device and the outlet after use. This may
prevent possible accidents caused by tripping over the cord.
Do not store the device in direct sunlight, in places with dust or excessive humidity, or in
extreme temperatures.
Do not attach labels on people, living things, public buildings or properties of others.
Do not block or insert objects into the AC adapter socket or the tape eject slot.
Never touch the printhead.
Be sure to use the tape cartridges that has "LABELShop Tape Mark".
Avoid using a tape cartridge with no remaining tapes or pressing without installing
tape cartridge. This may cause overheating and malfunction of the printhead.
Always press + to feed the tape. Never pull out the tape forcibly, otherwise the
tape cartridge will be broken and unusable.
Handle the tape cartridges with care, and avoid having impacts on them.
Do not handle the keyboard roughly. Do not use a pencil or a sharp material to press the
keys. This may damage the keyboard.
LABELShop£BEE3 makes sounds when ejecting tapes. This is normal operation for the
device.
Be careful not to cut yourself when using scissors.
Be sure to turn the power off after use.
Be sure to replace batteries with the power turned off. If you replace the batteries while the
LABEL Shop£BEE3 is powered, files or data stored on it may be deleted.
If your LABEL Shop£BEE3 is not to be used for long periods, remove the batteries, the
AC adapter, and tape cartridge from the main unit. LABELShop£BEE3, batteries,
the AC adapter, and tape cartridges should be stored in a dark cold place away
from direct sunlight, excessive temperature and humidity, magnetism, vibration and dust.
If a battery is left inside the device for extended period of time, liquid from the battery may
leak. Follow the instructions given on the package of the battery and replace it before the
expiry date.
Dispose of the used batteries according to the local regulations.
LABELShop£BEE3 contains a lithium battery to save texts and files. See the sticker on the
backside of the main unit as a guide for the timing and replace the lithium battery. To
replace the battery, consult the local dealer or our customer center. Replacement is
performed at your expense.
Do not carry out any operations not described in this manual. It may cause injury or
damage to the device.
Contents, specifications, and design described in this manual are subject to change without
prior notice.

Introduction 7
Using This Manual
About this manual
This manual contains the following sections:
Getting Started
Describes preparations required before using the LABELShop£
BEE3.
Basic Operations
Divided into three sections.
"Basic Operation 1" explains operations such as entering texts and attaching labels.
"Basic Operation 2" explains more advanced operations such as adding new paragraph.
"Basic Operation 3" explains how to create a label that wrap around a cable or any other
cylindrically-shaped object.
If you are a first-time user, reading from the "Basic Operation 1" is recommended.
Additional Functions
Describes useful information that can assist you complete the task more easily and more
effectively. Read and understand "Basic Operations 1" and "Basic Operations 2" before you
begin on this section.
Symbols used in this manual
The following symbols are used in this manual:
Labels in this manual: Labels contained in this manual are all samples and may differ from
actual labels.
Symbol Description
, Indicates operation procedures.
, Indicates the character keys.
, , Indicates the function keys.
Indicates the keys to move the cursor or select an item.
See Introduces the reference pages. Refer to the specified pages as
necessary.
Indicates useful tips.
Explains limitations and conditions that you should be aware of.

8Introduction
Contents
Introduction ............................................ 1
Important Safety Precautions ................. 1
Precautions when using tape
cartridges ............................................ 5
Precautions when installing tape
cartridges ............................................ 5
General cautions ................................. 6
Using This Manual ................................. 7
About this manual ............................... 7
Symbols used in this manual .............. 7
LABELShop£BEE3 Features ............. 10
Setting Up ............................................ 11
1.Preparation .................................... 11
2.Turning the power on ..................... 11
3.Feeding tape .................................. 11
4.Entering texts (Example: NAME) ... 12
5.Changing the text size ................... 12
6.Printing labels ................................ 13
7.Attaching labels .............................. 14
8.Turning the power off ..................... 14
LABELShop£BEE3 Parts ................... 16
Top side ............................................ 16
Internal parts ..................................... 16
Bottom ............................................... 17
LABELShop£BEE3 Keys ................ 18
Display Indicators ................................. 20
Display indicators .............................. 20
Adjusting Display Level ..................... 22
Setting the Display Language ........... 23
Setting the Display Units ................... 24
Preparation .......................................... 25
1.Connecting the
AC adapter ..................................... 25
2.Installing the batteries......................26
3.Installing tape cartridges ................ 28
4.Turning the power on ..................... 30
5.Feeding the tape ............................ 31
Creating the Sample Label
(from entering text to completion) ........ 34
1.Entering text ................................... 35
2.Inserting space ............................... 37
3.Entering symbol ............................. 38
4.Viewing print image (Preview) ........ 39
5.Printing label .................................. 40
6.Attaching label ............................... 42
Turning the Power Off .......................... 43
Editing Text .......................................... 46
Using the cursor keys ........................ 46
Entering text ...................................... 47
Deleting/Inserting text ....................... 47
Deleting all the text ............................ 48
Adding New Lines (Line Break) ............ 49
Starting a new line ............................. 50
Moving the text to the next line ......... 51
Joining the two lines .......................... 51
Adding New Paragraphs ...................... 52
Starting a new paragraph .................. 52
Dividing into paragraphs ................... 53
Deleting specific paragraphs ............. 54
Cable print mode .................................. 56
Creating the label in
Cable print mode ............................... 56
Introduction
Getting Started
Basic Operations 1
Basic Operations 2
Cable Print Mode

Introduction 9
Improving the Appearance of
the Label............................................... 60
Setting functions ................................ 61
List of "Length" Menu (English) ............ 63
Lista del menú "Longitud" (Español) .... 63
List of "Style" Menu (English) ............... 64
Lista del menú "Estilo" (Español) ......... 67
List of "Mode" Menu (English) .............. 70
Lista del menú "Modo" (Español) ......... 71
Function description (Length) ............ 72
Function description (Style) ............... 73
Function description (Mode) .............. 78
List of "Condition" menu .................... 82
Printing Bar Codes ............................... 84
Creating a label with a bar code ........ 84
Bar code printing ............................... 84
Calling up/Saving Text .......................... 87
About "File" ........................................ 87
Saving a file ....................................... 88
Calling up a file .................................. 89
Deleting a file ..................................... 90
Turning "Autocut" Off to Print ............... 91
Setting Default Settings ........................ 92
Changing Default settings ................. 93
Restoring the default settings to
the factory settings ............................ 94
Resetting LABELShop£BEE3 ............. 95
Resetting ........................................... 96
List of Menus (English) .........................98
Lista de menús (Español) .....................99
List of "Symbol A/Symbol B" menus
(English) ..........................................100
Lista de los menús "Símbolos A/
Símbolos B" (Español) .....................102
List of "Feed" menu .........................104
List of "Delete" menu .......................104
Messages On the Display ...................105
When an error message appears ....105
Problems and Solutions ......................107
The device does not operate
normally ...........................................107
Nothing appears on the display
even after pressing ....................107
Display turns off unexpectedly .........107
Nothing is printed when
pressing ............................... 107
Text is not printed properly ..............108
The printed label is not cut
automatically ....................................108
Printing stops in the middle of the
text ...................................................108
Contents of files are gone ................109
You cannot attach labels .................109
Cleaning LABELShop£BEE3 ............110
List of Characters ................................111
Key layout ........................................ 111
Character table ................................111
Specifications ......................................112
Symbol List .........................................115
Frame and Table List ..........................119
Euro/Latin Character List ....................120
Additional Functions Appendix

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LABELShop£BEE3 Features
12 Character x 2 Line LCD screen
2 lines display and improved print
preview screen helps you to create
labels smoothly.
Supports 0.16"(204) to 0.7"(218) -width
tapes
A wide variety of tapes for various
applications are provided. From the
narrowest 0.16"(204)-width to
0.7"(218)-width that is suitable for
labeling a video tape.
* The maximum printable character size
for 0.7"(218)-width tape is the same
as the 0.5"(212)-width tape.
Equipped with Auto cutter
A built-in cutter automatically cuts the
tape after printing.
* Not for all kinds of tapes
Cable print mode
This mode helps you to easily create
labels that wrap around a cable, wire,
tube, pen, or any other round-shape
materials.
Easy-to-see 14 fonts are provided
LABELShop£BEE3 provides 14 fonts
including basic fonts such as Roman
and SansSerif. You can create a label
using a variety of fonts.
European and Latin characters can be
entered directly!
Labels are easily created in various
languages.
Bar code label can be created!
LABELShop£BEE3 supports six types
of bar code.
 Provides a lot of symbols, frames, tables
You can use a wide variety of symbols
such as decorated numbers, units
expressions, and pictgrams useful in an
office or home. In addition to that, 75
decoration frames and 4 types of table
format are provided.
Two digit number (Double Figure)
A two-digit number can be entered in a
space for one character. This is useful
to print a lot of numbers in a small
space.

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Setting Up
1. Preparation
Connect the AC adapter to your LABELShop BEE3.
See "Connecting the AC adapter" (p.25).
Install a tape cartridge.
See "Installing tape cartridges" (p.28).
2. Turning the power on
3. Feeding tape
Press .
Selected length unit appears. A line head icon
that indicates the beginning of the line and the cursor
then appears.
For further information, see "Turning the power on"
(p.30).
Feed the tape.
Press while holding down . Select
"Feed & Cut" or "Feed" from the displayed menu, and
press .
See "Feeding the tape" (p.31).
Always feed tape!
After replacing a tape cartridge, be sure to feed the tape
to take up any slackness in the tape or ink ribbon.
1
2
1Length Unit
inch
1
1
Feed & Cut
Feed/Cut

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4. Entering texts (Example: NAME)
5. Changing the text size
Press while holding down to enter the
texts in capital letters.
Press the following keys: , , ,
"NAME" appears on the screen.
For further information, see "Creating the Sample Label (from entering text to
completion)" (p.34) for details.
Press .
"Style" menu appears.
Press or to select "Lines", and press
.
Press or to select "1 Line", and press
.
Press or to select " 1c", and
press .
1
2
NAME
1
1Style
Lines
2Style
Lines
3Lines
1 Line
41 Line
1 c

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6. Printing labels
Press or to select "End?", and press
.
Press or to select "Label", and press
.
For further information, see "Creating the Sample Label (from entering text to
completion)" (p.34).
Press .
The print preview is displayed by automatically
scrolling through the entire text.
Press .
Printing starts after "Length" is displayed on the
screen.
When the printing is completed, LABEL PRNTER
tape. automatically cuts the tape.
Do not pull the tape forcibly.
For further information, see "Printing label" (p.40).
5Style
End?
6Area
Label
NAME
1
1NAME
X.X
in
2Auto X.X"
1

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7. Attaching labels
Attach the label and rub it firmly.
8. Turning the power off
Peel off the backing sheet.
For further information, see "Attaching label" (p.42).
Press .
Disconnect the AC adapter.
For further information, see "Turning the Power Off" (p.43).
1
2
1
2

Getting Started
This section describes how to connect the AC adapter to your
LABELShop£BEE3 and turn the power on. If you are a first time user, it is
recommended that you read this section first.

16 Getting Started
LABELShop£ BEE3 Parts
Top side
Internal parts
Top cover knob
Tape verification window
Display
AC adapter connector
Top cover
Fixing tab
Tape cartridge
case
Tape guide
Tape eject slot