Quick Setup Guide QL-710W/720NW Be sure to read and understand this guide before using the machine. We recommend that you keep this guide nearby for future reference. Not all models are available in all countries. www.brother.
Thank you for purchasing the Brother QL-710W/720NW. This guide briefly describes the steps to start using the Brother QL-710W/720NW. See the User’s Guide for details. The User’s Guide can be found in the Manuals folder of the included CD-ROM. We strongly recommend that you read this guide carefully before using the Brother QL-710W/720NW, and then keep it nearby for future reference. We provide service & support for users who register their products on our website.
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2 General Information Compilation and Publication Notice Under the supervision of Brother Industries Ltd., this guide has been compiled and published, covering the latest product’s descriptions and specifications. The contents of this guide and the specifications of this product are subject to change without notice.
3 To use the machine safely Read and understand all of these instructions and save them for later reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if the product is handled WARNING without following the warnings and instructions, could result in death or serious injuries.
4 WARNING Do not use the machine with foreign objects in it. Do not drop any metal objects such as paper clips and staples into the machine. If water or any foreign objects should enter the machine, unplug the power cord from the electric outlet and remove the foreign object. If necessary, contact the retail outlet where the machine was purchased or your local authorised service centre. Do not allow organic solvents (benzene, paint thinner, nail polish remover, deodoriser, etc.
5 CAUTION Follow these guidelines to avoid fire, electric shock, or other damage. The Machine The machine may malfunction if left near a television, radio, etc. Do not use the machine near any machine that can cause electromagnetic interference. Ensure that small children do not put their fingers in the moving parts or openings of the machine. The electrical outlet should be close to the machine and be easily accessible. Do not touch the cutter. Personal injury could result.
6 DK Roll (DK Label and DK Tape) • Use only genuine Brother accessories and supplies (with , marks). Do not use any unauthorised accessories or supplies. • If the label is attached to a wet, dirty, or oily surface, it may peel off easily. Before applying the label, clean the surface to which the label will be applied. • DK Rolls use thermal paper or film that can fade in colour or peel off surfaces if exposed to ultraviolet light, wind or rain.
7 1 Unpacking the QL-710W/720NW Check that the package contains the following before using the printer. If any item is missing or damaged, contact your Brother dealer. QL-710W/720NW USB cable Quick Setup Guide CD-ROM DK Label & Tape Guide AC Power cord DK Roll (Starter roll) The plug may differ by country. The Brother QL-710W/720NW includes two starter rolls: • One starter roll of DK Die-cut Standard Address Labels (100 labels). • One starter roll of DK Continuous Durable Tape (62 mm x 8 m).
8 2 Parts Description Main Printing Unit Front Rear DK Roll compartment cover Power port Power cord USB port Wi-Fi lamp Status lamp Feed button Cut button Wi-Fi button Power port ON/OFF button When the Wi-Fi lamp is lit, wired network connections are disabled. Power cord Serial port LAN port USB port 3 Connecting the Power Supply Connect the power cord to the QL-710W/ 720NW and then plug the power cord into an electrical outlet.
9 4 Setting the DK Roll 1 2 Press and hold the ON/OFF button ( ) to turn the QL-710W/720NW off. Hold the Brother QL-710W/720NW by the front of the machine, and firmly lift the DK Roll compartment cover to open the cover. Put the spool into the spool guides in the DK Roll compartment. Make sure that the spool arms are inserted firmly in the spool guides on the left and right. • Insert the spool with the DK Roll into the spool guide located on the right hand side of the Brother QL-710W/720NW.
10 5 Installing the Software This section explains how to install P-touch Editor 5.0, the printer driver, P-touch Update Software and Printer Setting Tool using the Standard Installation option. The procedure for installing the software varies depending on the OS of the computer. The screens may differ depending on your operating system. In the following steps, you will see QL-XXX. Read “XXX” as your printer name. The printer names in the following screens may differ from your purchased printer name.
11 For USB interface users (Windows ®) Before you install Make sure that your computer is ON and you are logged on with Administrator rights. • DO NOT connect the USB cable yet. • If there are any programs running, close them. Installing the software for USB interface cable 1 Insert the installer CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive. If the model name screen appears, choose your printer. If the language screen appears, choose your language.
12 3 4 Read the licence agreement and click [Agree] if you agree with the terms and conditions. Choose Local Connection (USB), and then click [Next]. The installation continues. The QL-710W does not support wired network connections (Ethernet). 6 When instructed, connect the printer to finish the printer driver installation. When the screen for the online user registration is displayed, click [OK] or [Cancel].
13 For USB interface users (Macintosh) Before you install Make sure your machine is connected to the power and your Macintosh is ON. You must be logged on with Administrator rights. 2 Double-click the Start Here OSX icon to install. Connect the USB cable Available items: 1 Start Here OSX Installs P-touch Editor 5.0, P-touch Update Software and the Printer Driver. If you are connecting the printer to Macintosh via a USB hub, it may not be detected correctly.
14 6 7 Click . Choose Brother QL-XXX from the list and click [Add] to add the printer to the Print & Fax (Mac OS X 10.5.8 - 10.6)/ Print & Scan (Mac OS X 10.7). When the screen returns to the Print & Fax/Print & Scan screen, check that Brother QL-XXX is added, and close the Print & Fax/Print & Scan screen. Now you can use the machine. The installation of software is now complete.
15 For wired network interface users (Windows ®) (QL-720NW only) Before you install Make sure that your computer is ON and you are logged on with Administrator rights. 2 If there are any programs running, close them. 1 2 3 4 5 Connect the network cable and press the ON/OFF button ( ) of the machine to turn on the power Installation items: 1 Standard Installation Installs P-touch Editor 5.0, P-touch Address Book, P-touch Update Software, Printer Setting Tool, User’s Guide and Printer Driver.
16 4 Click [Install] to start the installation and follow the on-screen instructions. For Windows Vista® and Windows® 7, when the User Account Control screen appears, click Allow or Yes. 5 7 When this screen appears, choose Change the Firewall port settings to enable network connection and continue with the installation. (Recommended) and click [Next]. Choose Wired Network Connection (Ethernet), and then click [Next].
17 8 The installation of the Brother drivers will automatically start. The installation screens appear one after another. DO NOT cancel any of the screens during the installation. It may take a few seconds for all screens to appear. For Windows Vista® and Windows® 7, when the Windows® Security screen appears, click the check box and click [Install] to complete the installation. 9 When the screen for the online user registration is displayed, click [OK] or [Cancel].
18 For wired network interface users (Macintosh) (QL-720NW only) Before you install Make sure that your computer is ON and you are logged on with Administrator rights. 2 Double-click the Start Here OSX icon to install. Connect the network cable and press the ON/OFF button ( ) of the machine to turn on the power Available items: 1 Start Here OSX Installs P-touch Editor 5.0, P-touch Update Software and the Printer Driver. 2 Utilities Confirm that the Wi-Fi lamp of the printer is not lit.
19 For Simple Network Configuration 5 Choose Brother QL-XXX from the list and click [Add] to add the printer. 6 When the screen returns to the Print & Fax/Print & Scan screen, check that Brother QL-XXX is added, and close the Print & Fax/ Print & Scan screen. Now you can use the machine. Use BRAdmin Light to change the IP address. See page 31. Now, go to 6. For Manual Network Configuration 5 Choose IP at the top of the screen. Select LPD as the protocol.
20 For wireless network interface users Before You Begin First you must configure the wireless network settings of your printer to communicate with your network access point/router. After the printer is configured to communicate with your access point/ router, computers on your network will have access to the printer. To use the printer from these computers, you will need to install the drivers and software. The following steps will guide you through the configuration and installation process.
21 • You need to temporarily use a USB cable during configuration. • If you are using Windows® XP or using a network cable to connect your computer with your wireless access point/router, you need to know the SSID and Network Key of your WLAN access point/router before you proceed. Please write down your wireless network settings in the area below. • Please do not contact Brother Customer Service for assistance without the wireless security information.
22 Now, go on to the installation procedure This section explains the procedures for installation using the applicable method. The installation procedures are as follows: For Windows® users, go to page 23 For Macintosh users, go to page 28 Step 1 Step 1 Step 2 Step 2 Step 3 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Step 6 Step 7 Step 8 Method 1: Configuration using the Installer CD-ROM and temporarily using USB cable Method 2: One push using WPS and configuration using the Installer CD-ROM Step 9-1 ((page.
23 For Windows ® users 1 Insert the installer CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive. If the model name screen appears, choose your printer. If the language screen appears, choose your language. 2 Click [Standard Installation]. 1 2 3 4 5 If the CD-ROM menu is not displayed automatically, open the files on the CD-ROM and double click [Start.exe]. Installation items: 1 Standard Installation Installs P-touch Editor 5.
24 4 Click [Install] to start the installation and follow the on-screen instructions. For Windows Vista® and Windows® 7, when the User Account Control screen appears, click [Allow] or [Yes]. 5 Choose Wireless Network Connection, and then click [Next]. The QL-710W does not support wired network connections (Ethernet). 6 Choose Brother Peer-to-Peer Network Printer (recommended) or Network Shared Printer, and then click [Next]. The following step describes the operation when Peer-to-Peer is selected.
25 8 When using “Method 1: Configuration using the Installer CD-ROM and temporarily using a USB cable”, choose Yes, I have a USB cable to use for installation, and then click [Next]. Go to 9-1. When using “Method 2: One push configuration using WPS and configuration using the Installer CD-ROM”, choose No, I do not have a USB cable, and then click [Next]. Go to 9-2. For Method 1 users Temporarily connect the USB cable directly to the computer and the printer.
26 wizard will search for 12-1 The wireless networks available from your printer. Choose the SSID that you noted in MEMO Î page 21 and then click [Next]. • If the list is blank, check that the access point is turned on and is broadcasting the SSID, and then see if the printer and the access point are within range for wireless communication. Then, click [Refresh]. • If your access point is set to not broadcast the SSID, you can enter the SSID manually by clicking the [Advanced] button.
27 on your printer and press 11-2 Turn and hold the Wi-Fi button until the (Wi-Fi) indicator starts blinking in green. the WPS button on your 12-2 Press WLAN access point/router. When the configuration is completed, the (Wi-Fi) indicator on your printer lights in green. Wireless setup is now complete. Go on to 16. 16 Choose the printer from the list, and then click [Next]. 18 When the screen for the online user registration is displayed, click [OK] or [Cancel].
28 For Macintosh users 1 2 3 Insert the installer CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive. Double-click the Wireless Device Setup Wizard icon in the Utilities folder. When using “Method 1: Configuration using the Installer CD-ROM and temporarily using a USB cable”, choose Yes, I have a USB cable to use for installation, and then click [Next]. Go to 4-1.
29 the Network Key you 6-1 Enter noted in MEMO Î page 21 and then click [Next]. If your network is not configured for authentication and encryption, the ATTENTION! screen will appear. To continue configuration, click [OK] and go to 7-1. the wireless network 7-1 Confirm settings and then click [Next]. The settings will be sent to your printer. For Method 2 users Confirm that your WLAN access point/router has the WPS symbol. 4-2 your printer within range 5-2 Place of your WPS access point/ router.
30 9 Double-click the Start Here OSX icon to install. For Simple Network Configuration Choose Brother QL-XXX from 12 the list and click [Add] to add the printer. Now, go to 13. For Manual Network Configuration Available items: 1 Start Here OSX Installs P-touch Editor 5.0, P-touch Update Software and the Printer Driver. 2 Utilities Includes BRAdmin Light and the Wireless Device Setup Wizard. 3 Documentation Includes the User’s Guide, Software User’s Guide and Network User’s Guide.
31 6 Installing and using other software This section explains how to install BRAdmin Light and P-touch Editor Lite LAN. BRAdmin Light (Windows ®) Installing the BRAdmin Light configuration utility 1 Click [Network Utility]. This screen is the same screen as you see when you insert the CD-ROM. Setting your IP address, Subnet Mask and Gateway using BRAdmin Light 1 Click [Start] - [All Programs] [Brother] - [BRAdmin Light] [BRAdmin Light]. BRAdmin Light will search for new devices automatically.
32 3 Choose STATIC for the Boot Method. Enter the IP Address, Subnet Mask and Gateway, and then click [OK]. 4 The address information will be saved to the printer. If you require more advanced printer management, use the latest Brother BRAdmin Professional utility version that is available as a download from http://solutions.brother.com BRAdmin Light (Macintosh) Starting the BRAdmin Light configuration utility 2 Double-click the unconfigured device. BRAdmin Light is not installed.
33 P-touch Editor Lite LAN (Windows ®) Installing P-touch Editor Lite LAN P-touch Editor Lite LAN is a basic version of a label-editing tool. • In order for P-touch Editor Lite LAN to be used, the IP address of this printer must be correctly specified. The IP address can be specified with a utility such as BRAdmin Light, which can be installed from [Network Utility] on the CD-ROM. For details on using this utility, refer to “Setting the IP address and subnet mask” in the “Network User’s Guide” (PDF).
34 7 Start P-touch Editor Help This section explains how to start P-touch Editor Help for Windows® and Macintosh. For Windows ® The following is the example for Windows Vista®. The printer names in the following screens may differ from your printer name. Start from Start ( ) button To start P-touch Editor Help, click the Start ( ) button on the task bar, point to [All Programs]. Click [Brother P-touch] and [P-touch Editor 5.0 Help]. Start from New/Open dialog When you start the P-touch Editor 5.
35 For Macintosh The following is the example for Mac OS X 10.7. The printer names in the following screens may differ from your printer name. Start from New/Open dialog When you start the P-touch Editor 5.0 and the New/ Open dialog box appears, click Help - How To. Start from P-touch Editor Click Help menu and choose P-touch Editor Help. Start from Snap mode Click the mouse with the control key held and select P-touch Editor Help.
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