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J5000 Operator’s Guide, Rev. 1.53
Table of Contents
Section 1: Getting Started ............................................................................................................................. 2
A: Choosing a Good Location .................................................................................................................... 2
B: Unpacking and Inspection..................................................................................................................... 2
C: Identification of Parts ........................................................................................................................... 3
D: Install Driver and Brady Status J5000 App ............................................................................................ 5
Section 2: Label Stock ................................................................................................................................... 6
A: Label and Roll Specifications ................................................................................................................ 6
B: Installing Label Stock............................................................................................................................. 6
C: Set the Output/Cut Mode ..................................................................................................................... 8
Section 3: Brady Status J5000 ..................................................................................................................... 11
A: Monitoring Ink Levels ......................................................................................................................... 12
B: Printhead Life Gauge .......................................................................................................................... 13
C: Replacing Ink Cartridges/Low Ink Warning ......................................................................................... 13
D: Alignment Print ................................................................................................................................... 15
Section 4: Printing from a PC ...................................................................................................................... 18
A: Using Brady Workstation .................................................................................................................... 18
B: Adjusting Print Alignment ................................................................................................................... 18
Section 5: Troubleshooting and Maintenance ............................................................................................ 20
A: Solving Print Alignment Problems ...................................................................................................... 20
Image is vertically offset ..................................................................................................................... 20
B: Solving Print Quality Problems ........................................................................................................... 21
C: Color Matching and Design Tips ......................................................................................................... 23
D: Save the Log Files................................................................................................................................ 24
E: Cleaning the printer and Replacing Ink Pads ...................................................................................... 25
F: Cleaning the Printhead ........................................................................................................................ 25
G: Printer Buttons and Lights .................................................................................................................. 27
