4
XTL
™
500
User Guide
Inserting the Label Cartridge
A sensitive electronic chip is embedded in the
side of each label cartridge. This chip contains
information that is read by the label maker and
DYMO ID
™
software. This chip must be kept
clean to function properly.
Do not touch the electronic chip in the side of
the cartridge; oils from your hand may prevent
the chip from working properly. See Figure 6.
To insert the label cartridge
1
Press the label compartment release
and lift the cover. See Figure 7.
2
Make sure the tape and ribbon are taut
across the mouth of the label cartridge
and that the tape passes between the
label guides. See Figure 6.
To tighten the ribbon, turn the ribbon
rewind spool in the direction indicated
by the arrow on the cartridge.
3
Insert the cartridge and press firmly until
the cartridge ‘clicks’ into place.
4
Close the label compartment cover.
Removing the Label Cartridge
You can design labels without a label cartridge inserted in the label maker. Just
remember to insert a compatible label cartridge before attempting to print. See
Using the Label Applications
on page 14.
To remove the label cartridge
1
Press the label compartment release and lift the cover. See Figure 7.
2
Remove the label cartridge.
You can now create labels using any of the label applications. When you start a
new label, you will be asked to select a label cartridge to use.
Selecting a Label Cartridge
You can design any type of label when the label compartment is empty. Each time
you select a label application, you are asked to select the properties for your new
label.
To select a label cartridge
1
Remove the label cartridge from the label maker.
You are warned that the label compartment is empty.
2
Select a label application from the Home screen.
You are asked to select a label cartridge.
Figure 6
Do not
touch!
Ribbon
rewind
Label
guides
Press to
release
cover
Figure 7
