User manual

Printer Setup
Before You Begin
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Y882746 BBP81 User Manual 5/13/08
Before You Begin
Review this checklist, and resolve any issues before you set up or use your printer.
 Stress Free Setup Service To schedule a free phone setup assistance appointment,
call 1-800-643-8766 and select menu option 4.
 Unpack and Inspect the Printer Have you unpacked the printer and inspected it for
damage? If you have not, see Unpack and Inspect the Printer on page 17.
 Register Your Printer. Go to www.bradyid.com to register your BBP81.
 Select a Site Have you selected an appropriate location for the printer? If you have not,
see Select a Site for the Printer on page 19.
 Connect to a Data Source Have you determined how the printer will connect to a
data source (usually a computer)? For more information, see Select a Data
Communication Interface on page 20.
 Attach a Power Cord Do you have the correct power cord for your printer? If you are
unsure, see Power Cord Specifications on page 25. To attach the power cord and connect
the printer to a power source, see Connect the Printer to a Power Source on page 24.
 Select Media Do you have the correct media for your application? If you are unsure,
see Types of Media on page 26.
 Select Ribbon Do you need to use ribbon, and is the appropriate ribbon available, if
needed? If you are unsure, see Ribbon Overview on page 28.