Brother RuggetJet RJ4030 User Manual Download Page 27 | Manualshive

Page: 27 / 62

background image

23

2

2

Operation Panel

2

The operation panel consists of the following buttons and indicators.

1

(Power) button

2

(Feed) button

3 POWER indicator
4 STATUS indicator

5 BATT (Battery) indicator

6

(Bluetooth) indicator (RJ-4030)/

(Wi-Fi) indicator (RJ-4040)

7 Bluetooth button (RJ-4030)/

Wi-Fi button (RJ-4040)

Using the Printer

2

1

RJ-4030

RJ-4040

2 3 4 5 6 7

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

«
...
25
26
27
28
29
...
»

Summary of Contents for RuggetJet RJ4030

Page 1: ...USER S GUIDE RJ 4030 RJ 4040 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 Version 0 US ENG ...

Page 2: ...ment The following symbols are used throughout this document About This Document This document PDF is included on the CD ROM Note If using Adobe Reader to view this document on a computer the cursor changes to when the cursor is placed on a link Click the link to open the corresponding page For information about using Adobe Reader see the help file included with Adobe Reader This symbol indicates ...

Page 3: ...ur Wireless Install Method 11 Installation Procedure Using USB Cable Wireless Network 12 One Push Configuration Using WPS and Installation 16 Web Based Management web browser 19 Uninstalling the Printer Driver 19 Connecting the Computer and Printer 21 USB Connection 21 Bluetooth Connection RJ 4030 Only 21 Wi Fi Connection RJ 4040 only 22 Serial Cable Connection 22 2 Using the Printer 23 Operation ...

Page 4: ...ected Printer s Status 42 Network Settings 42 5 Other Functions 44 Mass Storage 44 Description 44 Using the Mass Storage Feature 44 JPEG Printing 45 6 Maintaining the Printer 46 Print Head Maintenance 46 Roller Maintenance 46 Paper Outlet Maintenance 47 7 Reference 48 Indicators 48 Indicator Warnings 50 Printing the Printer Set up Information 51 8 Troubleshooting 52 Overview 52 9 Technical Informa...

Page 5: ...tlet 7 Power button 8 Feed button 9 POWER indicator 10 STATUS indicator 11 BATT Battery indicator 12 Bluetooth indicator RJ 4030 Wi Fi indicator RJ 4040 13 Bluetooth button RJ 4030 Wi Fi button RJ 4040 14 Belt hook 15 Battery cover 16 Battery cover latch 17 Battery compartment Setting Up the Printer 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 ...

Page 6: ...ing purchase the adapter and power cord appropriate for the region where the printer will be used Connecting to a DC Power Outlet Optional 1 Connect the printer to your vehicle s 12 V DC power outlet cigarette lighter etc to power the printer or charge the rechargeable battery using the vehicle s DC power a Connect the Car adapter to the vehicle s 12 V DC power outlet b Connect the Car adapter to ...

Page 7: ...tery cover are inserted correctly and then reattach the cover Note The voltage supplied by the rechargeable Li ion battery fluctuates The printing speed may also fluctuate depending on the voltage Removing the Rechargeable Li ion Battery 1 Remove the battery cover and the rechargeable Li ion battery and then reattach the battery cover Charging the Rechargeable Li ion Battery 1 The rechargeable Li ...

Page 8: ...sing the Rechargeable Li ion Battery 1 Charge the rechargeable Li ion battery before use Do not use it before it is charged Darker prints discharge the rechargeable Li ion battery faster than lighter prints Adjust the print density setting in the printer driver s dialog box or in the RJ Utility see Print Density uu page 32 The rechargeable Li ion battery charging can take place in 32 F 104 F 0 C 4...

Page 9: ...e AC adapter or Car adapter If the printer will not be used for a long period of time remove the rechargeable Li ion battery from the printer when its charge is 50 or less and then store the battery in a cool place away from direct sunlight If the rechargeable Li ion battery will not be used for a long period of time we recommend charging it every 6 months For other precautions refer to the instru...

Page 10: ... inserting the RD Roll The printer will position the label to the correct starting position Make sure that the roll guide is properly positioned to prevent the RD Roll from moving sideways If the RD Roll is not inserted correctly the printer will not print on the correct side of the paper or label When printing on die cut labels set the roll guide so that there is 0 08 inches 2 mm of space on both...

Page 11: ...iagonally Attaching the Belt Clip 1 When using the printer outside the office you can attach the included belt clip to the printer and secure the belt clip to your belt a Secure the Phillips head screws to the rear of the printer as shown 1 Belt clip 2 Phillips screw b Attach the clip to your belt The tear bar is sharp To avoid injury do not touch the tear bar 2 1 ...

Page 12: ... choose your printer If the language screen appears choose your language Note If the CD ROM menu is not displayed automatically open the files on the CD ROM and double click Start exe b Click Standard Installation Make sure that the screw is tightened securely There is a risk of injury if the screw is loose and the printer falls Make sure that the belt clip is attached securely to the printer Ther...

Page 13: ... computer via USB Note that the printer driver must be installed on the computer in order to configure the printer c Read the license agreement and click Agree if you agree with the terms and conditions d Click Install to start the installation and follow the on screen instructions e When instructed connect the printer to the computer to finish the printer driver installation f When the screen for...

Page 14: ...yday document printing use the printer as close to the network access point router as possible with minimal obstructions Large objects and walls between the two devices as well as interference from other electronic devices can affect the data transfer speed of your documents Due to these factors wireless may not be the best method of connection for all types of documents and applications The maxim...

Page 15: ...y Key or Encryption Key Note If you do not know this information SSID and Network Key you cannot continue the wireless setup How can I find this information SSID and Network Key 1 Refer to the documentation provided with your WLAN access point router 2 The initial network name could be the manufacturer s name or the model name 2 5 4 3 1 You need to temporarily use a USB cable optional during confi...

Page 16: ...o change without notice This section explains how to install P touch Editor 5 0 the printer driver P touch Update Software and the Printer Setting Tool using the Standard Installation option Windows 7 is used in the following example a 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 Note If ...

Page 17: ...hod 1 Local Connection USB 2 Wireless Network Connection Note When configuring multiple printers for wireless network connection After using a USB connection to install the drivers and the Printer Setting Tool on the computer you can use the Network Setting Tool to easily configure network settings for multiple printers If you choose Wireless Network Connection move on to For Wireless Network User...

Page 18: ...If the Installation confirmation screen appears check the box and click Next then go to e Otherwise go to f e Check Yes if you want to connect with the listed SSID Click Next and go to h f The wizard will search for wireless networks available from your printer Choose the SSID that you noted in MEMO uu page 11 and then click Next Note If the list is blank check that the access point is turned on a...

Page 19: ...manually assign an IP address to the printer click Change IP Address and enter an IP address that is compatible with your network If the wireless setup failure screen appears click Retry i Disconnect the USB cable connecting the computer and the printer and then click Next Wireless setup is now complete Go on to j to install the printer driver and the software j Choose the printer from the list an...

Page 20: ... installation continues c Click Finish The installation is now complete One Push Configuration Using WPS and Installation 1 The procedure for installing the software varies depending on the OS of the computer The installation procedure is subject to change without notice This section explains how to install P touch Editor 5 0 the printer driver P touch Update Software and the Printer Setting Tool ...

Page 21: ...the files on the CD ROM and double click Start exe f Click Standard Installation Note Installation items 1 Standard Installation Installs P touch Editor 5 0 printer driver P touch Update Software Printer Setting Tool 2 User s Guide Displays the User s Guide Software User s Guide Network User s Guide 3 Custom Installation Individually installs P touch Editor 5 0 printer driver P touch Update Softwa...

Page 22: ...Follow the on screen instructions to complete the wireless configuration If you are using WEP but your printer is not found make sure you entered the WEP key correctly l Follow the on screen instructions to complete setup Note For Windows Vista and Windows 7 users when the Windows Security screen appears click the check box and click Install to complete the installation correctly The installation ...

Page 23: ...nter or the print server name For example http 192 168 1 2 c If you have configured an optional Network password you must enter it when prompted to access the Web Based Management For more information see Web Based Management in the Network User s Guide Uninstalling the Printer Driver 1 Read RJ XXXX in the following steps as your model name Windows XP 1 a Press and hold the Power button to turn it...

Page 24: ...RJ XXXXX and click Remove device or right click on the icon and then click Remove device If a User Account Control message displayed type in the password and then click Yes d Choose Fax or Microsoft XPS Document Writer in the Devices and Printers window and then click Print server properties which appeared in the menu bar e Click the Drivers tab and then click Change Driver Settings If a User Acco...

Page 25: ... pair the printer with the computer using the Bluetooth management software a Press and hold the Power button to turn the printer on and then press and hold the Bluetooth button b Use your Bluetooth management software to discover the printer and configure the printer connection Note If the software prompts you to enter a Bluetooth passkey PIN code enter the passkey assigned to the printer The pri...

Page 26: ...gs using the Network Setting Tool see Network Setting Tool RJ 4040 only uu page 37 The Network Setting Tool also allows you to easily apply the network setting changes to multiple printers see Applying Setting Changes to Multiple Printers uu page 39 Serial Cable Connection 1 a Make sure that the printer and the computer are turned off before connecting the serial cable b Connect the printer end of...

Page 27: ...tons and indicators 1 Power button 2 Feed button 3 POWER indicator 4 STATUS indicator 5 BATT Battery indicator 6 Bluetooth indicator RJ 4030 Wi Fi indicator RJ 4040 7 Bluetooth button RJ 4030 Wi Fi button RJ 4040 Using the Printer 2 1 RJ 4030 RJ 4040 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 ...

Page 28: ...hange this length Print the printer settings Make sure that a roll is set and then press and hold the Feed button The printer starts printing its settings see Printing the Printer Set up Information uu page 51 Bluetooth button function RJ 4030 only Operation Pair the printer to the computer When the printer and computer or other device haven t been paired with each other via Bluetooth press and ho...

Page 29: ...are for RJ 4040 uu page 10 Use Wi Fi to communicate when printing When the printer and computer are not connected via Wi Fi press this button to connect them and send data to the printer End the Wi Fi connection When the printer and computer are connected via Wi Fi press this button to end the connection Start up the printer in mass storage mode If you press this button while pressing and holding ...

Page 30: ...ocument to be printed b Make sure that the printer is properly powered Use a charged battery or connect the printer to an AC or DC power outlet c Turn the printer on The POWER indicator lights in green 1 Power button 2 POWER indicator d Connect the printer to a computer using either USB Bluetooth RJ 4030 only or Wi Fi RJ 4040 only See Connecting the Computer and Printer uu page 21 e Insert the RD ...

Page 31: ...ox or the RJ Utility see Print Density uu page 32 When using the battery changing the print density setting may result in slight changes in printing speed and the number of pages that can be printed on a single charge Printer Driver Options 2 You can configure various settings in the printer driver screen such as paper size number of copies print quality etc You can also use the Custom Label Tool ...

Page 32: ...Edit Edits the settings for the selected paper format To save the selected paper format with the new settings click Overwrite To add a paper format with the new settings change the name in the Paper Size Name box and then click Add Preset RD paper formats paper formats available when the software was installed cannot be edited 4 Delete Deletes the selected paper format A deleted paper format canno...

Page 33: ...Wi Fi File Transfer Profile FTP e Click New The New dialog box appears f Click Advanced Printing Adjustments to specify the following settings for each paper size Under Printing Reference Point Adjustment the printing position can be adjusted g Under Energy Rank the print energy density can be adjusted h Enter the settings for the paper to be used and then click Add A new paper format is created i...

Page 34: ...installer 2 If the printer driver has not been installed on the recipient s computer the paper formats that can be distributed are bundled with the installer for the printer driver Read RJ XXXX in the following steps as your model name a At the sender s computer specify the paper format settings and then click Export Paper Size List See Setting Paper Size uu page 28 The following files are created...

Page 35: ...ter b Click Start All Programs Brother Label Mobile Printer Printer Setting Tool The Printer Setting Tool screen is displayed c Select the printer connected in step a d Click the Utility button The main window is displayed See Main Window uu page 32 How to Use the RJ Utility 3 a In the main window of the RJ Utility select the check boxes of the parameters with settings that can be changed b Select...

Page 36: ... off If the setting is changed using the RJ Utility the setting is retained even when the printer is turned off therefore if you plan on printing without using the printer driver use the RJ Utility to change this setting 5 JPEG Printing Sets the image processing used when printing JPEG images via Bluetooth or with the mass storage feature Available settings Binary Error Diffusion 6 Print Data afte...

Page 37: ... all items 13 Clear All Removes the checks in the check boxes for all items 14 Current Retrieves the current setting values from the printer and applies them to each combo box 15 Import Reads an exported file and applies the settings to the printer 16 Export Saves the current settings to a file 17 Bluetooth Settings Displays the Bluetooth Settings screen See Bluetooth Settings RJ 4030 only uu page...

Page 38: ...IN code if necessary If the Encryption check box is selected data sent using the RJ Utility between the computer and printer will be encrypted when using Bluetooth 2 Bluetooth Device Name Allows you to specify a name up to 30 characters for the printer Useful when there are multiple Bluetooth printers present 3 Visible to Other Devices Allows you to specify whether the printer can be discovered by...

Page 39: ...pattern RJ Utility setting information List of transferred data Network setting information Wi Fi setting information See the print sample on the next page Note You can also print this report using the Feed button see Printing the Printer Set up Information uu page 51 2 Factory Reset Click Factory Reset to reset the RJ Utility to its default settings and send them to the printer 1 2 ...

Page 40: ...Chapter 3 36 Printer Information printing sample 3 Labels are for illustrative purposes only ...

Page 41: ...ironment 4 Windows XP SP3 or later only x86 processors can be used with Windows XP Windows Vista Windows 7 Using the Network Setting Tool 4 Starting the Network Setting Tool 4 a Connect the printer whose settings will be changed to the computer via USB b Click Start All Programs Brother Label Mobile Printer Printer Setting Tool c Select the printer connected in a d Click the Network Setting Tool b...

Page 42: ... setting Change the settings as necessary using the pull down menu direct entry or other methods 6 Save Command Settings Saves network settings in PJL command format The file extension is bin By sending these commands to printers via USB network settings for printers can be configured in the same way as when settings are made using the Network Setting Tool see Mass Storage uu page 44 7 Apply Appli...

Page 43: ... Changes to Multiple Printers 4 a After following the steps in Changing the Communications Settings above disconnect the printer from the computer and connect the second printer to the computer b Select the newly connected printer from the Printer combo box Note If Automatically detects the connected printer and retrieves the current settings check box on the Option Settings screen is selected the...

Page 44: ...see Mass Storage uu page 44 6 7 8 9 1 2 3 4 5 The following information is not saved in the setting command Node name IP address subnet mask gateway address when the IP address is set to STATIC These settings commands are only intended for use for applying to printer settings Saved commands cannot be imported to the Network Setting Tool Saved command files contain authentication keys and passwords...

Page 45: ...twork whose settings have been completed 4 Export Saves the settings in a text file 5 Restore to Default Network Settings Returns network settings to the factory default settings 6 Automatically restart the printer after use When this check box is selected printers automatically restart after network settings are applied When this check box is cleared printers must be manually restarted Note When ...

Page 46: ... turned on Select either On by Default Off by Default Keep Current State 2 Wireless Usage Enables and disables wireless communication TCP IP Wireless 4 1 Boot Method Select either STATIC AUTO BOOTP DHCP RARP 2 IP Address Subnet Mask Gateway Set the various values You can only enter settings when the IP address setting is set to STATIC 3 DNS Server Method Select either STATIC or AUTO 4 Primary DNS ...

Page 47: ...hen LEAP or FAST is selected for the authentication method 8 Display the key and password on the screen If this setting is checked keys and passwords are displayed in plain text non encrypted text Connection Mode and Authentication Encryption Methods 4 When the Connection Mode is Ad hoc When the Connection Mode is Infrastructure 4 1 2 8 6 3 5 7 Authentication Method Encryption Mode Open System Non...

Page 48: ...ass Storage Feature 5 a Confirm that the printer is turned off b While pressing the Wi Fi button Bluetooth button press and hold the power button The printer starts up in mass storage mode and the POWER and STATUS indicators light in green c Connect the computer or device to the printer via USB The printer s mass storage area is displayed on the computer or device s screen Note If the mass storage...

Page 49: ...dots If these limits are exceeded the data received by the printer will be discarded and not printed Print is at 1 pixel 1 dot This printer performs binary processing simple binary to print the image The image is printed with the height to width proportion of the received data When the printer is turned off mass storage mode is deactivated and any files in the mass storage area are deleted This fe...

Page 50: ...ronments require that maintenance must be done more frequently e g in dusty conditions Print Head Maintenance 6 Use a cotton swab and wipe the head 1 Print head Roller Maintenance 6 Use a piece of cellophane tape to remove dirt from the roller 2 Roller Maintaining the Printer 6 1 2 ...

Page 51: ...er Outlet Maintenance 6 If glue accumulates on the paper outlet and the printer becomes jammed disconnect the printer from the external power outlet and clean the paper outlet with a cloth dipped in isopropyl alcohol 3 Paper outlet 3 ...

Page 52: ... or Indicator blinks 1 or 2 times in each color then turns off Indicator is lit or blinking in any color or pattern Indicator is off POWER STATUS BATT BATTERY Bluetooth Wi Fi Description Power on Roll cover open Receiving data Transferring data Error Print error Feed error Cover open error Communication error Image processing error Database search error No template error Access point search error ...

Page 53: ...nted is set to Erase Now cooling MCR read mode MCR read success MCR read error Once every 4 seconds Rechargeable battery power half Twice every 4 seconds Rechargeable battery power low Once every second Battery must be charged Charging Rechargeable battery power full Charging complete In mass storage mode Processing file in mass storage mode Initializing POWER STATUS BATT BATTERY Bluetooth Wi Fi D...

Page 54: ...g a lighter density setting reduce the amount of black space being printed for example remove background shading and colors in graphs and presentation documents and make sure that the printer has adequate ventilation and is not located in an enclosed space Motor Do not use the printer continuously If the printer is used continuously the motor will become too hot In this case the printer will stop ...

Page 55: ...mation Output Settings uu page 32 The node name appears in the Printer Settings The default node name is BRWxxxxxxxxxxxx xxxxxxxxxxxx is based on your printer s MAC Address Ethernet Address a Make sure that a roll of 4 101 6 mm receipt paper has been loaded and the RD Roll compartment cover is closed b Turn on the printer c Press and hold the Feed button until the POWER indicator starts blinking i...

Page 56: ...the RD Roll uu page 5 Is there enough roll remaining If not install a new RD Roll Is the RD Roll compartment cover open Check that the RD Roll compartment cover is closed Has a print error or transmission error occurred Turn off the printer and on again If the problem still occurs contact Brother Customer Service at 1 800 255 0415 Is the roll guide not touching the side of the RD Roll Move the rol...

Page 57: ...ing is finished In such situations execute the print job again after the other jobs are completed Labels are jammed or are not ejected correctly after printing Is there dirt or lint on the roller preventing it from rolling freely See Roller Maintenance uu page 46 Check that the ejection path of the label is not blocked Check that the RD Roll is set correctly by removing the RD Roll and reinstallin...

Page 58: ...re Printers and Faxes right clicking the printer whose settings are to be changed then selecting Properties Then in the General tab click Printing Preference Windows Vista To change the Quality options open the printer properties by going to Control Panel Hardware and Sound Printers right clicking the printer whose settings are to be changed then selecting Properties Then in the General tab click ...

Page 59: ... Printing Preference button in the General tab Click the Other tab and choose the option After one page of data is received Windows Vista Open printer properties from Control Panel Hardware and Sound Printers and click Printing Preference button in the General tab Click the Other tab and choose the option After one page of data is received Windows 7 Open printer properties from Devices and Printer...

Page 60: ... Original serial cable Bluetooth Yes Ver 2 0 EDR Class 2 No WLan No Yes Wireless LAN IEEE802 11b g n Infrastructure Mode Ad hoc mode Environment Operating Temperature Operate 32 F to 104 F 0 C to 40 C Charge 32 F to 104 F 0 C to 40 C Operating Humidity 20 to 80 No condensation Storage Temperature 4 F to 140 F 20 C to 60 C Storage Humidity 20 to 80 No condensation Power supply Optional Battery Rech...

Page 61: ...002 to 0 0035 0 051 mm to 0 090 mm Label 0 003 to 0 007 0 080 mm to 0 170 mm Diameter Max 2 28 58 mm Core Diameter Min Receipt 0 5 12 7 mm Label 1 25 4 mm Media sensor Transmissive Gap Reflective Bar Software Supported Printer Driver Windows XP Windows Vista Windows 7 Windows XP Windows Vista Windows 7 Windows Server 2003 Windows Server 2008 2008R2 Model Name RJ 4030 RJ 4040 ...

Page 62: ......

Reviews:

No comments

Related manuals for RuggetJet RJ4030

Brand: National Vendors Pages: 42

Brand: MAGIMIX Pages: 7

Brand: ZAGGIA Pages: 18

Brand: IceTech Pages: 3

Brand: Ice-O-Matic Pages: 2

Brand: Dash Pages: 32

BradyJet J20-PAD

Brand: Brady Pages: 2

SELECTION Emotion

Brand: MACCHIAVALLEY Pages: 64

Brand: Nescafe Pages: 16

Brand: Xavax Pages: 40

Brand: AEG Electrolux Pages: 19

Brand: Ice-O-Matic Pages: 2

Brand: ELEKTRA Pages: 6

Brand: Team Kalorik Pages: 44

Clatronic TKS 3504

Brand: CTC Union Pages: 60

Brand: Unold Pages: 44

Brand: Omcan Pages: 24

Brand: Schaerer Pages: 35

Brands by name

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z

Popular brands

Load more brands