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LetraTag User Guide Memory Memory Label Exit Save Recall Print LCD Display Power Connector Power Cutter Insert Format Settings Cancel OK Navigation Cancel Num Lock CAPs Clear Clear Backspace Space Bar Figure 1 DYMO LetraTag Labelmaker 2
About Your New Labelmaker 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.
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. ! Remove 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.
! Make 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.com for information about purchasing additional label cassettes. To insert the label cassette 1. Lift the label cassette cover to open the label compartment. See Figure 3.
4. Close the label cassette cover and press power. to turn on the 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 . 2. Use the up or down arrow key to select Language and press . 3. Use the up or down arrow key to select the language you want and press .
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. 4. When finished, press .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 . Printing Your First Label You are now ready to print your first label. To print a label 1.
Getting to Know the Labelmaker 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 button 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.
CAPS Mode The key toggles capitalization on or off. 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 off, all letters appear in lower case. Num Lock The key provides access to the numbers located on some of the alphabetic keys.
Cancel The key allows you to exit from a menu without making a selection or to cancel an action. Cancel Format The key displays the Size, Style, and Borders submenus. These formatting features are described later in this User Guide. Insert The key allows you to insert symbols, a second line, or the date on your label. Settings The key displays the Preview, Language, Set Date, and Set Contrast submenus. These features are described later in this User Guide.
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. To set the font size 1. Press the key. 2. Use the up or down arrow keys to select Size and press . 3. Use the up or down arrow keys to select the desired font size and then press .
To set the font style 1. Press . 2. Use the up or down arrow key to select Style and press . 3. Use the up or down arrow key to select a font style and press . Creating Two-Line Labels You can print a maximum of two lines on labels. To create a two-line label 1. Type the text for the first line and press . 2. Use the arrow keys to select Second Line and press .A multi-line symbol is inserted at the end of the first line, but will not print on the label. 3. Type the text for the second line.
Adding Box and Underline Styles You can highlight your text by choosing a box or underline style. Underline Edged Square Train Pointed Sweet Hearts Rounded Flowers Crocodile A label can be underlined or enclosed in a box, but not both together. To add an underline or box style 1. Press . 2. Select Borders, and press . 3. Select underline or a box style and press . On two-line labels, both lines are underlined. In box style mode, all the lines are enclosed in one box style.
Using Symbols and Special Characters Symbols and other special characters can be added to your labels. Adding Symbols The labelmaker supports the extended symbol set shown below.
To insert a symbol 1. Press , select Symbols, and press . The first row of symbols shown in the table appears in the display. 2. Use the arrow keys to move to the desired symbol. The left and right arrows move horizontally along a row of symbols. The up and down arrow keys scroll vertically through the rows of symbols. 3. When you locate the symbol, press to add the symbol to your label. The labelmaker remembers the last symbol used.
Printing Options You can preview your label and adjust the printing contrast. Previewing Your Label You can preview the text or format of your label prior to printing. A two-line label is previewed as a single-line label with a line break character between the two lines. To preview your label 1. Press . 2. Select Preview and press . The text of the label scrolls across the display. Adjusting the Print Contrast You can adjust the print contrast to fine tune the print quality of your label.
Using Labelmaker Memory The labelmaker has a powerful memory feature that allows you to store the text of up to nine labels you use frequently. Storing Label Text You can store up to nine specific labels you use frequently. To store the current label text 1. Press . The first of the memory fields is displayed. 2. Use the arrow keys to move through the fields. You can store new text in any of the memory locations. 3. Select a memory location and press .
Caring for Your Labelmaker Your labelmaker is designed to give you long and trouble-free service, while requiring very little maintenance. Clean your labelmaker from time to time to keep it working properly. Clean the cutter blade each time you replace the label cassette. Press in To clean the cutter blade and hold 1. Dampen a cotton ball with alcohol. 2. Remove the label cassette. 3. Place the tip of a ball-point pen or pencil on the black post as shown in Print Head Figure 6, and press the post down.
To clean the print head 1. Remove the label cassette. 2. Remove the cleaning tool from inside the label compartment cover. 3. Gently wipe the padded side of the tool across the print head. See Figure 6.
Troubleshooting Review the following possible solutions if you encounter a problem while using your labelmaker. Problem/Error Message Solution No display • Ensure the labelmaker is turned on. • Replace discharged batteries. Poor Print Quality • • • • Poor Cutter Performance Clean the cutter blade. See Caring for Your Labelmaker. Printing No action required. Message disappears when printing is finished. Replace batteries or attach power adapter. Ensure label cassette is installed properly.
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Contacting Customer Support The following table provides a list of telephone numbers for DYMO Support departments. You can also reach DYMO at www.dymo.com.
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