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2125NWB TD-2135NWB Before using this printer, be sure to read this User's Guide. We suggest that you keep this manual in a handy place for future reference. Please visit us at support.brother.com, where you can get product support and answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs). Version 02 US ENG - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 2
available from our support site (support.brother.com): User's Guide Software User's Guide Network User's Guide (TD-2125N/2135N/2125NWB/2135NWB only) Symbols Used in This Document The following symbols are used throughout this document. CAUTION This symbol indicates instructions that may result - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 3
Trademarks Apple, iPad, iPhone, and Safari are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the United States and other countries. Wi-Fi® and Wi-Fi Alliance® are registered trademarks of Wi-Fi Alliance®. WPA™, WPA2™, WPA3™, and Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ are trademarks of Wi-Fi Alliance®. Android and Google - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 4
Table of Contents 1 Getting Started 1 General Description 1 Power Supply...3 Connecting to an AC Power Outlet 3 Installing the Printer Driver and Software 3 Registering Paper Size Information With the Printer 4 2 Printing 5 Operation Panel...5 LED Indicators 5 Button Functions 6 - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 5
(Optional) Maintenance (TD-2125N/TD-2135N/ TD-2125NWB/TD-2135NWB only 47 6 LED Indicators 48 LED Indicators ...48 7 Troubleshooting 50 Overview...50 Troubleshooting Tips 50 Error Messages for Touchpanel Display (Optional) (TD-2125N/TD-2135N/TD-2125NWB/TD-2135NWB only 58 8 Specifications - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 6
Touchpanel ...66 Information About Replacing the Touchpanel 67 Printing With the Touchpanel Display 68 Touchpanel Display Settings 69 Specifying Settings From the Touchpanel 69 Creating a Label Layout 73 Creating a Template 73 Linking a Database to a Template 75 Transferring the Label Layout - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 7
tear bar is sharp. To avoid injury, do not 13 touch the tear bar. 14 10 Print head 15 11 Transmissive/gap sensor 12 Media guide 13 Media tip guide 16 11 14 Media guide adjustment lever 15 Platen roller 16 Reflective/black mark sensor 1 - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 8
Chapter 1 Back - TD-2020A Back - TD-2125NWB/TD-2135NWB 1 1 1 2 3 4 Back - TD-2125N/TD-2135N 1 1 2 4 3 5 6 1 7 8 2 4 3 5 6 1 External media feed slot 2 Serial port 3 Power connector 4 Mini-USB port 5 USB host port (TD-2125N/2135N/2125NWB/ 2135NWB only) 6 Ethernet network port ( - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 9
only) Bluetooth Connection (TD-2125NWB/2135NWB only) Go to support.brother.com to download printer drivers, software, and manuals for your printer, and to view FAQs. Double-click the downloaded file and follow the on-screen instructions to proceed with the installation. 1 2 1 AC Adapter 2 AC - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 10
Chapter 1 Registering Paper Size Information With the Printer 1 The "Printer Setting Tool" allows you to register the paper size information for printing. a Make sure the printer driver is installed and you can print. b Connect the computer to the printer with a USB cable. This step is necessary - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 11
2 Printing Operation Panel The operation panel consists of the following buttons and indicators: 1 5 1 POWER indicator 2 (Power) button 3 (Feed) button 4 (Print) button LED Indicators 2 34 5 STATUS indicator 6 Wi-Fi indicator 7 Bluetooth indicator 2 2 2 2 6 7 The LED indicators light and - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 12
Chapter 2 Button Functions 2 (Power) Turn the printer on Turn the printer off Operation While the printer is turned off, press the (Power) button. The POWER indicator turns on. While the printer is turned on, press and hold the (Power) button until the POWER indicator turns off. (If the [Auto - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 13
labels feed with the side to be printed on facing up (1), as shown. 1 1 b Open the media guides by lifting the media guide adjustment lever (1) and pulling the media guides outwards. 1 NOTE The media guides are shipped fully open from the factory. Use Media Rolls with an outer roll dimension of - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 14
cover by pressing it in the center. Press down until it locks into place. 1 2 3 Feed the end of the Media Roll under the media tip guides (1). 1 For fanfold paper 1 Insert the fanfold paper in the direction shown. 1 4 Position the end of the paper centered over the platen roller and slightly - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 15
2 Feed the end of the fanfold paper under the media tip guides (1). 1 3 Position the end of the paper centered over the platen roller and slightly out of the media exit. 4 Close the Media Roll compartment top cover - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 16
Chapter 2 Figure 1 Figure 3 2 2 1 NOTE This is the sensor's default position. Figure 2 2 2 3 4 5 1 Back of media 2 Black mark 3 0.16" (4 mm) or more 4 Centerline 5 Reflective/black mark sensor NOTE When using receipt paper with the maximum width of 2.4" (63 mm), make a black mark at least 0. - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 17
Printing Printing the Printer Setup Information 2 Press the (Print) button to print a report that lists the following printer settings: Program version Printer usage history 2 Missing dot test pattern List of transferred data Communication settings NOTE • You can use [Device - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 18
Chapter 2 Printer Setup Information Printing Sample 2 This printing sample is for illustrative purposes only. 12 - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 19
2135NWB only) Printing USB Cable Connection 2 Before connecting the printer to the computer, install the printer driver from your model's Downloads page at 2 support.brother.com. a Before connecting the USB cable, make sure that the printer is turned off. b Connect the printer end of the USB - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 20
Chapter 2 a Make sure the printer is turned off before connecting the LAN cable. b Connect the LAN cable to the ethernet network port on the back of the printer, and then turn on the printer. NOTE • Change the printer's communication settings in the Printer Setting Tool under Communication settings. - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 21
d On the printer, simultaneously press and hold the (Print), (Feed), and (Power) buttons until the POWER indicator and STATUS indicator blink in green alternately. e Release the (Feed) and buttons (keep pressing the (Power) button). (Print) f Change the connection mode by pressing the (Print) - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 22
connection method. b Place the printer within the range of your Wi-Fi router/access point. The range may differ depending on your environment. See the instructions provided with your Wi-Fi router/access point. c Press and hold (Feed) button for ten seconds until STATUS indicator blinks in green. 16 - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 23
the STATUS indicator is lit in green. For more information, see the instructions provided with your Wi-Fi router/access point. Both the POWER and the have access to the printer. NOTE If your computer or mobile device supports the PIN authentication method, select [PIN Code] for better security. - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 24
For more information on using P-touch Editor, refer to the Software User's Guide on your model's Manuals page at support.brother.com/manuals. b Make sure the printer is connected to an AC power outlet. c using either the printer driver or the Printer Setting Tool instructions starting on page 20. 18 - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 25
Printer Driver Options 2 You can configure various settings in the printer driver's dialog box, such as paper size, number of copies, print quality, etc. NOTE You can also use the "Printer Setting Tool" to configure more advanced settings. For more information, see Printer Setting Tool on page 20. - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 26
. NOTE The Printer Setting Tool is automatically installed when you download and install other software, including the printer driver, from our support website. The Printer Setting Tool is available only with compatible Brother printers. Before Using the Printer Setting Tool 3 Make sure the - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 27
2 Communication settings For TD-2125N / TD-2135N / TD-2125NWB / TD-2135NWB only: Specify wired LAN settings. For TD-2125NWB / TD-2135NWB only: Specify wireless LAN, or Bluetooth communication settings. You must log on as an administrator to access [Communication settings]. 3 Device settings Specify - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 28
Chapter 3 Communication Settings (TD-2125N/ TD-2135N/ TD-2125NWB/ TD-2135NWB only) 3 Use [Communication settings] in the "Printer Setting Tool" to specify or change printer communication information when connecting the printer and computer with a USB cable. You can change the communication settings - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 29
Printer Setting Tool Menu Bar 3 File Menu Options • Apply Settings to the Printer Applies the settings to the printer. • Save Settings in Command File Saves the specified settings in a command file. The file extension is ".bin". The saved command file can be used with the mass storage feature to - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 30
this check box, the printer automatically restarts after communication settings are applied. If you clear this check box, you must restart the printer manually. NOTE When configuring multiple printers, you can reduce the time required to change settings by clearing this check box. In this case, we - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 31
/PAP EAP-TLS AES TKIP AES TKIP AES TKIP AES TKIP AES TKIP AES • Channel Displays the automatically selected channel. • Authentication Method/Encryption Mode The supported encryption modes for the authentication methods are shown in the table below. 25 - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 32
Chapter 3 To perform higher level security settings: When performing certificate verification with EAP-FAST, PEAP, EAP-TTLS, or EAP-TLS authentication methods, you cannot specify the certificate from the Network Setting Tool. After the printer is set up to connect to the network, specify the - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 33
Printer Setting Tool Bluetooth Tab (TD-2125NWB/ TD-2135NWB only) 3 Bluetooth Settings Bluetooth Mode 3 Select the control mode when Bluetooth is enabled. Classic 3 • Visible to Other Devices Allow the printer to be "discovered" by other Bluetooth devices. • Change PIN code Change the PIN. - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 34
Chapter 3 d Repeat steps a - c for all the printers whose settings you wish to change. If the IP address is set to [STATIC], the printer's IP address will also be changed to the same address as the first printer. Change the IP address if necessary. NOTE To save the current settings in a file, click - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 35
Printer Setting Tool 3 Settings Tabs Click the tab containing the settings to be specified or changed. NOTE • If appears in the tab, the settings in that tab cannot be specified or changed. In addition, the settings in the tab will not be applied to the printer even if [Apply] is clicked. The - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 36
Chapter 3 5 Command Mode Select the printer's command format. Available settings: [Raster], [ESC/P], [P-touch Template] 6 Text Direction Select the printing orientation. Available settings: [Normal], [Inverted 180 Degrees] This setting is applied only if the printer driver is not used. If the - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 37
parameter does not appear in the tab, update the printer driver to the newest version. The newest version can be downloaded from the support website. support.brother.com Sensor Adjustment Tab 3 If Media Rolls are being used, it is unnecessary to adjust the sensors. 1 2 3 4 In addition, the settings - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 38
Chapter 3 Panel Settings (1) 3 Specify the settings when the touch panel display (optional) is used (TD-2125N/2135N/ 2125NWB/2135NWB only). 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Panel Settings (2) 3 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 1 Disable these settings When this check box is clicked, appears in the tab, and the - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 39
] * If this parameter does not appear in the tab, update the printer driver to the newest version. 3 The newest version can be downloaded from the support website. support.brother.com 33 - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 40
Chapter 3 Menu Bar 3 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1 Apply Settings to the Printer Applies the settings to the printer. Performs the same operation as when the [Apply] button is clicked. 2 Save Settings in Command File Saves the specified settings in a command file. Performs the same operation as when [ - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 41
7 Reset to Factory Defaults Returns all printer settings, including the communication settings, to their factory defaults. However, templates and databases stored in the printer and the print log are not deleted. 8 Delete Template and Database Deletes the templates and databases stored in the - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 42
Software User's Guide which can be downloaded from our support website. In addition, if command reference is used, see the P-touch Template Command Reference. The latest versions can be downloaded from the support website. support.brother.com Select the product, and then select [Manuals]. P-touch - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 43
Printer Setting Tool 7 Command Prefix Character Change the prefix character code. Set a single character code. The prefix character is a code to identify commands used in P-touch Template mode. 8 Non-Printed Character The characters specified here are not printed when data is received. Specify 1 to - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 44
Chapter 3 Paper Size Setup 3 With [Paper Size Setup] in the "Printer Setting Tool", paper sizes not available in the [Paper Size] list of the printer driver can be added. As opposed to specifying paper settings for a normal printer, the paper format must be sent to the printer in order to add the - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 45
8 Option Click the b button, and then select an operation. Click [Register Paper Size With Printer] to register the settings for the selected paper format in printer. Click [Save in Command File] to export the paper settings as a command file. (The file extension is ".bin".) NOTE • When the paper - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 46
Chapter 3 Advanced Printing Adjustments Dialog Box 3 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 Printing Reference Point Adjustment Adjust the position of the reference point (point of origin for printing). This corrects printing misalignments resulting from differences in printer models or from the fixed margins of some - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 47
Distributing Paper Formats 3 The paper formats exported from the [Currently Registered Paper Sizes] list can be distributed to other computers. Distributing Paper Formats 3 If the printer driver has been installed on the recipient's computer, the paper formats need to be distributed. a At the sender - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 48
storage area is displayed on the screen of the computer or device. NOTE If the mass storage area is not displayed automatically, refer to the instructions for the operating system of the computer or device for information about displaying the mass storage area. d Drag and drop the file that you want - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 49
deactivated and any files in the mass storage area are deleted. This feature supports .bin and .blf files. Do not use other file formats with this feature your printer from unauthorized access. For more information, see Network User's Guide. a Start your web browser. b Type "https://printer's IP - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 50
. After configuring the settings, click Logout. Software Development Kit 4 A Software Development Kit (SDK) is available. Visit the Brother Developer Center (https://support.brother.com/g/s/es/dev/en/ index.html?navi=offall). You can also download the b-PAC SDK and SDKs for mobile devices (Windows - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 51
5 Maintaining the Printer 5 Maintenance of the printer may be carried out as required. However, some environments require that maintenance must be done more frequently (for example, in dusty conditions). If dirt or dust is not removed, the printed labels may contain white streaks, or media may - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 52
Chapter 5 Platen Roller Maintenance 5 Use a piece of cellophane tape to remove dirt from the platen roller (1). Media Exit Maintenance 5 If adhesive accumulates at the media exit (1) and media becomes jammed, disconnect the printer from the AC power outlet, and then clean the media exit with a - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 53
Label Peeler (Optional) Maintenance (TD-2125N/TD-2135N/ TD-2125NWB/ TD-2135NWB only) 5 If adhesive accumulates at the media exit (1), peeler separator (2) or peeler sensor (3) and media becomes jammed, disconnect the printer from the AC power outlet, and then clean each part with a cloth slightly - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 54
following symbols are used in this section to show the different indicator colors and patterns. For more information on error causes and solutions, see Troubleshooting on page 50. or or or or or or or Indicators are lit in the color shown Indicators are blinking in the color shown Indicators - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 55
LED Indicators POWER (three times) STATUS (three times) Printer resetting Description Printer in mass storage mode (one time) Processing file in mass storage mode Setting up WPS 1 Pairing with Bluetooth 1 Press and hold the (Feed) button for 10 seconds to enable a WPS connection. POWER - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 56
the Computer and Printer on page 13. If you still have problems, read the troubleshooting tips in this chapter for help. NOTE TD-2125N/2135N/ If the POWER indicator still does not light up, contact Brother Customer Service. The AC Adapter was unplugged while the firmware was being updated, and - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 57
Troubleshooting Problem Solution The indicators show that the printer is cooling down. . The printer does not print. Turn the printer off, and then contact your reseller or Brother Customer Service. Is a cable loose? Check that the cables are connected securely. Is the STATUS indicator - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 58
Chapter 7 Problem Media is not fed correctly. A data transmission error appears on your computer. Solution Is the print head or platen roller dirty? Although the print head - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 59
Troubleshooting Problem Media is jammed. Media is not ejected correctly after printing. The print quality is poor. Printed labels contain white streaks. Printed barcodes cannot be read. - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 60
Chapter 7 Problem Solution I want to reset the printer. To reset the printer, perform the following procedure: I want to delete the data transferred from 1 Press and hold the ( - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 61
Troubleshooting Problem Solution The printer does not operate correctly (when using the optional touchpanel). Does the touchpanel name (A or B) printed in the top right corner of the - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 62
If you still cannot clear the error, contact Brother Customer Service. Problem The STATUS indicator is blinking. The indicators show that error 1 Roll on page 88. Are the media guides not touching the sides of the Media Roll? Move the media guides against the sides of the Media Roll. For - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 63
Troubleshooting Problem The indicators show that error 1 has occurred. (continued) The indicators then turn it on again. If error 1 is not cleared, contact Brother Customer Service. Is the connected device supported by the USB port? 7 An overcurrent or unsupported device was detected by the USB - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 64
contact Brother Customer Service. Error message Check Media! Close Cover! Communication Error! Database Record Problem! Solution Is the Media Roll on page 88. Are the media guides not touching the sides of the Media Roll? Move the media guides against the sides of the Media Roll. For more - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 65
Troubleshooting Error message Solution No Template Selected! the allowable range. 7 Noncompliant USB Has a device been connected that is not supported by the USB host port? device. Remove Device! An overcurrent was detected by , contact Brother Customer Service. System Error! 02 59 - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 66
Ver.2.0 (Full Speed) (mini-B, Peripheral) Serial Original serial cable (Option: PA-SCA-001) Wired LAN Not supported 10/100BASE-TX USB Host Port Not supported Supported Bluetooth Not supported Bluetooth Ver.5.2 (Classic + LE) SPP, OPP, HCRP (Bluetooth Classic), GATT (Bluetooth Low Energy - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 67
Specifications Model Name TD-2020A TD-2125N TD-2135N TD-2125NWB TD-2135NWB Operating Environment Windows Operating System Windows 8.1 / Win 8.1, 10, 11, Server 2012, 2012 R2, 2016, 2019, 2022 10 / 11 Operating Temperature 41°F to 104°F (5°C to 40°C) Operating Humidity 20% to 80% (No - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 68
Chapter 8 Product Dimension 8 NOTE All measured values are in millimeters. Front view/Back view 8 Top view/Bottom view 8 62 - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 69
Side view Specifications 8 8 63 - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 70
For more information, see the P-touch Template Command Reference. The latest versions can be downloaded from the support website. support.brother.com Select the product, and then select [Manuals]. Product Specifications 9 Converts to a D-sub 9-pin male connector. 1 1 RJ25 to DB9M Serial Adapter 64 - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 71
and various settings can be specified without a computer connection. For more information on attaching the touchpanel display, refer to the touchpanel's Quick Setup Guide. General Description 10 1 LCD 10 Lift and adjust the LCD so that the screen is visible. Turn on the backlight if the screen is - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 72
Chapter 10 Touchpanel 10 There are two touchpanels: the basic control panel (A) and the one-touchpanel (B). Either can be selected for use. Press a key on the touchpanel to perform an operation. If a label layout has been assigned in advance to a key on the one-touchpanel, a label can easily be - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 73
Using the Touchpanel Display (Optional: PA-TDU-001) (TD-2125N/TD-2135N/TD-2125NWB/TD-2135NWB only) Information About Replacing the Touchpanel 10 a The TDU panel cover is attached with four tabs. While pressing the two tabs (1) at the front, slide the cover up and unhook the tabs. Then, press the - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 74
touchpanel to print the label. (page 80) 2. Create a label layout. From the computer, use P-touch Editor, which can be downloaded from our support website, to create a label layout. (page 73) 3. Transfer the label layout to the printer. Use P-touch Transfer Manager to transfer the created label - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 75
Using the Touchpanel Display (Optional: PA-TDU-001) (TD-2125N/TD-2135N/TD-2125NWB/TD-2135NWB only) Touchpanel Display Settings 10 The settings for the touchpanel display can be specified either by using the touchpanel, or by using a tool on a computer connected to the printer. For more information - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 76
Chapter 10 Key (admin key) 1 Parameter Setup Keys Function Settings Template/ Database Serialize Mode Default Print# Set Clock Time&Date Form Language Unit Cont From Last/From Starting# 1-999 Default: 2013/01/01 24h 00:00 Date Format: 1/31/2099, 01/31/2099, 31/1/2099, 31/01/2099, 31.1.2099, - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 77
control panel) is set. 2 This function is available with firmware version 1.04 or later. The newest version can be downloaded from the support website. support.brother.com NOTE • Some settings may differ depending on the firmware (printer software). • If you want to reset the settings, use [Device - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 78
Chapter 10 f Press [OK]. The main screen appears, and the specified time and date are displayed. NOTE The format for the time and date can be changed. Press [ ] (admin key), select [Setup], then [Time&Date Form] from the parameters, and then specify settings for [Date Format] and [Time Format]. - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 79
website, to create a label layout. For more information on use, see the Software User's Guide downloading from Brother support website (support.brother.com). Creating a Template 10 Label sample c Click [Paper] (1), and then specify the media and length (2). (This window appears in [Express - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 80
Chapter 10 e Clicking displays the cursor so text can be typed in. f After inserting the text, click the text box to move it within the template. g Repeat steps e and f to enter text and arrange the layout. After entering text, click [File] - [Save as] on the menu bar, and then specify the file - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 81
Using the Touchpanel Display (Optional: PA-TDU-001) (TD-2125N/TD-2135N/TD-2125NWB/TD-2135NWB only) Inserting the Date and Time in a Label 10 a In P-touch Editor, open the label layout to be edited. b On the menu bar, click [Insert] - [Date/ Time] to display the [Date and Time Properties] dialog box - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 82
Chapter 10 c On the menu bar, click [File] - [Database] - [Connect] to display the [Open Database] dialog box. Select [Connect Database File], click [Browse], and then select the database to be linked. e The template and database will link, and the main window appears. Click the database row to be - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 83
print as many labels as required. Use P-touch Transfer Manager to transfer data. For more information, see the Software User's Guide downloading from Brother support website (support.brother.com). Before transferring data, make sure that the main screen appears on the LCD. a Connect the printer to - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 84
"Creating Labels" in the Software User's Guide downloading from Brother support website (support.brother.com). • If a new template [b], select [A] or [B], and then press [OK]. d Follow the on-screen instructions to replace the touchpanel. (For more information on replacing it, see Information About - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 85
Using the Touchpanel Display (Optional: PA-TDU-001) (TD-2125N/TD-2135N/TD-2125NWB/TD-2135NWB only) Selecting the Data Assigned to Keys on the One-touchpanel 10 The type of data assigned to one-touch keys when the one-touchpanel is used with the touchpanel display can be specified. The type of data - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 86
be found on the last page before the back cover in the Quick Setup Guide for the touchpanel display. This figure can be used by copying it onto (width)) A panel format can be downloaded from the following website. support.brother.com [Select your region/country] - Choose your product - [Downloads] - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 87
contents of a template that has already been transferred to the printer, the touchpanel can be used to directly edit the data. This saves you the trouble of editing the data from the computer and transferring it to the printer. NOTE • Only numbers can be edited. • Edited template cannot be saved - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 88
data field (ex: Column A). NOTE This function is available with firmware version 1.04 or later. The newest version can be downloaded from the support website. support.brother.com Printing Using the One-touchpanel 10 If a label layout has been assigned to a key on the one-touchpanel, a label can - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 89
Using the Touchpanel Display (Optional: PA-TDU-001) (TD-2125N/TD-2135N/TD-2125NWB/TD-2135NWB only) NOTE • Press [d] or [c] to check all of the text in the label layout. If the one-touchpanel (B) is being used, the data cannot be edited. Use the basic control panel (A) to edit the data. For more - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 90
text to be replaced can be checked on the LCD. For more information on the P-touch Template functions, see the Software User's Guide downloading from Brother support website (support.brother.com). To check the text in the template, select the template number in the main screen so that the template - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 91
Using the Touchpanel Display (Optional: PA-TDU-001) (TD-2125N/TD-2135N/TD-2125NWB/TD-2135NWB only) Replacing the Time/ Date Battery 10 A time/date battery is provided in order to maintain the settings for the internal clock. The battery will be consumed even if the printer is not used for a long - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 92
Chapter 10 f Return the time/date battery cover to its original position, and then use a coin or similar object to slowly turn the time/ date battery cover in the opposite direction of the arrow on the battery cover until it stops in order to install the time/date battery cover. If the time/date - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 93
Using the Touchpanel Display (Optional: PA-TDU-001) (TD-2125N/TD-2135N/TD-2125NWB/TD-2135NWB only) 3 Click "Brother TD-XXXX" (where "TD-XXXX" is the model name of your printer) in the pane on the left side to display the templates registered with the printer in the pane on the right side. The - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 94
more information on attaching the label peeler (optional), see its instruction manual. Before using the label peeler, the setting for using the Open the media guides by lifting the media guide adjustment lever (1) and pulling the media guides outwards. 1 NOTE The media guides are shipped fully open - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 95
the Media Roll so that the labels feed with the side to be printed on facing up (1), as shown. d While lifting the media guide adjustment lever (1), push in both media guides (2) to fit the width of the paper. 1 1 Use Media Rolls with a maximum outer dimension of 5" (127 mm) or less. Use Media - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 96
Chapter 11 f Hold the liner exit of the label peeler and open the peeler door. h Close the peeler door. Close it so that it locks into place. g Peel the backing paper from the label and feed it through the liner exit. i Close the Media Roll compartment top cover by pressing it in the center. - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 97
Using the Label Peeler (Optional: PA-LP-001) (TD-2125N/TD-2135N/TD-2125NWB/TD-2135NWB only) j In order to remove any slack in the roll, lightly pull on the paper fed out of the liner exit until no more can be pulled out. k Press the (Power) button to turn the printer on. NOTE If the paper size - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 98
Chapter 11 After Printing 11 Printed labels can be automatically peeled off their backing paper before they are fed out of the media exit. Be sure to remove the printed label. If a label remains in the media exit, the next label will not be printed. Use scissors to cut off the backing paper that is - Brother International TD-2135NWB | Users Guide TD-2020A/2125NWB/2135NWB - Page 99
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