USER’S GUIDE
RJ-4030 RJ-4040
Before using this printer, be sure to read this User's Guide. Version A We suggest that you keep this manual in a handy place for future reference. US ENG Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Brother RuggedJet RJ-4030/RJ-4040 mobile printer. The RJ-4030/RJ-4040 (hereafter referred to as “the printer”) is a mobile thermal printer. Be sure to read the User’s Guide, Product Safety Guide, Quick Reference Guide, Software User’s Guide and Network User’s Guide (RJ-4040 only) before using the printer. We suggest that you keep these documents in a handy place for future reference.
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i Table of Contents
1 Setting Up the Printer 1
General Description...... 1 Connecting the Printer to External Power...... 2 Connecting to an AC Power Outlet (Optional)...... 2 Connecting to a DC Power Outlet (Optional)...... 2 Using the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery (Optional) ...... 3 Installing the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery...... 3 Charging the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery ...... 3 Tips on Using the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery ...... 4 Inserting the RD Roll...... 5 Cutting Roll Paper ...... 7 Attaching the Belt Clip ...... 7 Installing the Printer Driver and the Software for RJ-4030 ...... 8 Installing the Printer Driver and the Software for RJ-4040 ...... 10 Before You Begin ...... 10 Infrastructure Mode ...... 11 Choosing Your 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 Panel...... 23 Button Functions...... 24 Indicators ...... 25 Printing Solutions...... 26 Printing ...... 26 Making Prints Lighter or Darker...... 27 Printer Driver Options ...... 27 Setting Paper Size ...... 28 Distributing Paper Formats...... 30 Distributing only paper formats...... 30 Distributing paper formats bundled with the installer...... 30
3 RJ Utility 31
Overview...... 31 Using the RJ Utility ...... 31 Before Using the RJ Utility...... 31 Starting the RJ Utility ...... 31 How to Use the RJ Utility...... 31 Parameters ...... 32
ii 4 Network Setting Tool (RJ-4040 only) 37
Overview...... 37 Using the Network Setting Tool ...... 37 Starting the Network Setting Tool...... 37 Changing the Communications Settings ...... 39 Applying Setting Changes to Multiple Printers ...... 39 Menu Bar ...... 40 Connected 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 Information 56
Product Specifications ...... 56
iii 1 Setting Up the Printer 1
1 1AC/DC connector General Description 1 2 Serial port 3USB port Front 1 4 Cover open lever
56 5 RD Roll compartment cover 6 Paper outlet 7 (Power) button 8 (Feed)button 9 POWER indicator 10 STATUS indicator 7 11 BATT (Battery) indicator 8 9 12 (Bluetooth) indicator (RJ-4030)/ 10 4 (Wi-Fi) indicator (RJ-4040) 11 3 13 Bluetooth button (RJ-4030)/ 12 2 Wi-Fi button (RJ-4040) 13 1 14 Belt hook 14 15 Battery cover 16 Battery cover latch
Back 1 17 Battery compartment
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Connecting the Printer Connecting to a DC Power
Outlet (Optional) 1 to External Power 1 Connect the printer to your vehicle’s 12 V DC Connecting to an AC Power power outlet (cigarette lighter, etc.) to power the printer or charge the rechargeable battery Outlet (Optional) 1 using the vehicle’s DC power.
Connect the printer to a nearby AC power a Connect the Car adapter to the vehicle’s outlet to power the printer or charge the 12 V DC power outlet. rechargeable battery using AC power. b Connect the Car adapter to the printer. a Connect the AC adapter to the printer. b Connect the AC power cord to the AC c Turn on the vehicle’s power, and then adapter. press and hold the (Power) button of the printer to turn it on. c Connect the AC power cord to a nearby AC power outlet (100 - 240 VAC, 50 - 60 Hz).
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2 1 Car adapter
Note 1 AC adapter • The Car adapter is an optional accessory. 2 AC power cord • The voltage supplied by a vehicle fluctuates. The printing speed may differ Note depending on the supplied voltage.
The AC adapter and AC power cord are optional accessories. When purchasing, purchase the adapter and power cord appropriate for the region where the printer will be used.
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c Insert the battery into the battery Using the compartment. Rechargeable Li-ion 1
Battery (Optional) 1
Installing the Rechargeable
Li-ion Battery 1 a Open the battery cover by pressing the cover latch.
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d Confirm that the hooks on the edge of the battery cover are inserted correctly, and then reattach the cover.
Note The voltage supplied by the rechargeable Li-ion battery fluctuates. The printing 1 Battery cover speed may also fluctuate depending on 2 Cover latch the voltage.
b Swing the cover open and remove it. 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-ion battery can be charged while it is inserted in the printer. Perform the following procedure to charge the rechargeable Li-ion battery.
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Stopping Rechargeable Li-ion Battery Note Charging 1 • Before using the rechargeable Li-ion battery, use the following procedure to To stop rechargeable Li-ion battery from charge it. charging, disconnect the AC power cord or Car adapter from the battery’s AC/DC • Up to 360 minutes is needed to fully connector. charge a rechargeable Li-ion battery. • You can print about 2,000 labels (when Tips on Using the connected by USB, and using a new, fully charged battery.) Tested using Brother’s Rechargeable Li-ion Battery 1 print test data (7% coverage 46 inches) at 73.4F (23C). Charge the rechargeable Li-ion battery before use. Do not use it before it is
charged. a Make sure that the printer is turned off. If the printer is turned on, press and hold Darker prints discharge the rechargeable the (Power) button to turn it off. Li-ion battery faster than lighter prints. Adjust the print density setting in the b Make sure that the rechargeable Li-ion printer driver’s dialog box or in the RJ battery is installed in the printer. Utility (see Print Density uu page 32). c Use the AC adapter and AC power cord The rechargeable Li-ion battery charging to connect the printer to an AC power can take place in 32F-104F (0C-40C) outlet, or use the Car adapter to connect environments. Charge the rechargeable the printer to a DC power outlet. Li-ion battery in an environment in this temperature range. If the surrounding The BATT (battery) indicator light is temperature is out of this range, the orange when the printer is charging. rechargeable Li-ion battery will not be charged, and the battery indicator will When the rechargeable Li-ion battery is remain lit. fully charged, the BATT (battery) If the printer is used when both the indicator light turns off. rechargeable Li-ion battery is installed and the AC adapter or Car adapter is connected, the battery indicator may turn off and charging may stop even if the rechargeable Li-ion battery has not been fully charged. When charging the rechargeable Li-ion 1 battery while the Car adapter is connected, the amount of voltage required to fully charge the rechargeable Li-ion battery may not be supplied by the DC power outlet. When 360 minutes (max.) have passed since charging started, the battery indicator turns off and charging 1 BATT (battery) indicator stops even if the rechargeable Li-ion battery has not been fully charged.
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Rechargeable Li-ion Battery Inserting the RD Roll 1 Characteristics 1 1 Understanding the properties of the a Press and hold the (Power) button to rechargeable Li-ion battery will allow you to turn the printer off. optimize its usage. Turn and hold the cover open lever, and Using or storing the rechargeable Li-ion open the RD Roll compartment cover. battery in a location exposed to high or low temperatures may accelerate its deterioration. In particular, using a rechargeable Li-ion battery with a high charge (charged 90% or more) in a location exposed to high temperatures will considerably accelerate battery deterioration. Using the printer while the rechargeable Li-ion battery is installed and charging may accelerate the battery’s deterioration. If using the printer when the rechargeable Li-ion battery is installed, disconnect the 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 b While pushing the adjuster lock in the sunlight. direction of the arrow, move it to the left or right. Because the roll guide will also If the rechargeable Li-ion battery will not move, adjust the roll guide to match the be used for a long period of time, we width of the paper using the scale recommend charging it every 6 months. engraved on the inside of the printer. For other precautions, refer to the instruction manual included with the 3 rechargeable Li-ion battery.
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1Adjuster lock 2 Roll guide 3 Scale
5 Chapter 1 c Insert an RD Roll into the RD Roll d Align the RD Roll with the guide lines. compartment upside down with the labels feeding from the bottom as 5 shown.
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4 Guide lines 5Tear bar
e Close the RD Roll compartment by pressing on the center of the cover.
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 sides (0.16 inches (4 mm) total) of the scale. Example: When using a 4-inch wide (101.6 mm) label, set the roll guide f Press and hold the (Power) button to to a width of 4.16 inches (105.6 mm). turn the printer on. Note When using die cut label, press the (Feed) button after inserting the RD Roll. The printer will position the label to the correct starting position.
Use genuine Brother media.
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Cutting Roll Paper 1 Attaching the Belt Clip 1
Roll paper can be cut using the printer's tear When using the printer outside the office, you 1 bar. Pull one edge of the ejected paper up can attach the included belt clip to the printer and toward the other edge diagonally. and secure the belt clip to your belt.
The tear bar is sharp. To avoid injury, do a Secure the Phillips-head screws to the not touch the tear bar. rear of the printer as shown.
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1 Belt clip 2 Phillips screw
b Attach the clip to your belt.
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Make sure that the screw is Installing the Printer tightened securely. There is a risk of Driver and the Software injury if the screw is loose and the printer falls. for RJ-4030 1 Make sure that the belt clip is attached securely to the printer. The procedure for installing the software There is a risk of injury if the belt clip varies depending on the OS of the computer. is not attached securely and the printer falls. Installation procedure is subject to change without notice. Make sure that the belt clip is attached securely to the wearer's belt. There is a risk of injury if the Make sure that you are logged on with belt clip is not attached securely and Administrator rights. the printer falls. 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 the CD-ROM menu is not displayed automatically, open the files on the CD-ROM and double click [Start.exe].
b Click [Standard Installation].
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e When instructed, connect the printer to Note the computer to finish the printer driver • Installation items: installation. 1 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. 3 Custom Installation Individually installs P-touch Editor 5.0, printer driver, P-touch Update Software, Printer Setting Tool. 4 Brother Support When the screen for the online user Displays the link to Brother Developer f registration is displayed, click [OK] or Center and Brother Solutions Center. [Cancel]. • You can use the Printer Setting Tool to configure various printer settings when If you choose [OK], you will go to the the printer is connected to the computer online user registration page before via USB. finishing the installation (recommended). Note that the printer driver must be installed on the computer in order to If you choose [Cancel], installation configure the printer. continues. g Click [Finish]. c Read the license agreement and click The software installation is now [Agree] if you agree with the terms and complete. conditions. Note d Click [Install] to start the installation and When you are asked to restart the follow the on-screen instructions. computer, choose [Restart] and click [Finish].
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Installing the Printer If you are going to connect the Driver and the Software printer to your network, we recommend that you contact your system administrator prior to for RJ-4040 1 installation. You must know your The RJ-4040 printer driver and software can wireless network settings before you proceed with this installation. be installed using the following methods: If you have previously configured USB cable connection the printer's wireless settings, you Wireless network connection must reset the network settings before you can configure the When using a wireless network, please read wireless settings again. from Before You Begin below to Choosing Your Wireless Install Method. 1 Press and hold the (Power) button to turn the printer off. When using a USB cable, please read from Installation Procedure (Using USB 2 Press and hold the (Feed) Cable/Wireless Network) uu page 12. button and the (Power) button until the POWER, STATUS and BATTERY indicators start blinking in orange. Before You Begin 1 3 While pressing the (Power) First you must configure the wireless network button, press the (Feed) settings of your printer to communicate with button once. your network access point/router. After the 4 Release the (Power) button printer is configured to communicate with and the (Feed) button at the your access point/router, computers on your same time. network will have access to the printer. To use the printer from these computers, you will need to install the drivers and software. The Note following steps will guide you through the To achieve optimum results with normal configuration and installation process. everyday 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 maximum processing speed is possible when using USB.
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It is recommended that you use a computer Infrastructure Mode 1 wirelessly connected to your network for this method. 1 5 You need to temporarily use a USB 1 cable (optional) during configuration.
4 If you are using Windows® XP or 2 using a network cable to connect your computer with your wireless 3 access point/router, you need to know the SSID and Network Key of your WLAN access point/router before you proceed. Please print out the following “MEMO” and write 1 Access point/router down your wireless network settings 2 Your printer in the area below. 3 Wireless capable computer connected to Please do not contact Brother the access point/router Customer Service for assistance without the wireless security 4 Wired computer connected to the access information. We cannot assist you in point/router locating your network security 5 Smartphone settings.
Choosing Your Wireless MEMO 1
Install Method 1 Item Setting The following instructions will offer two SSID (Network Name) methods for installing your printer in a wireless network environment. Choose the Network Key (Security method you prefer for your environment. Key/Encryption Key)
Note * The Network Key may also be described as To set up your printer in any other wireless the Password, Security Key or Encryption environment, refer to the Network User’s Key. Guide.
Note • If you do not know this information (SSID Configuration using the Installer and Network Key), you cannot continue CD-ROM and temporarily using a USB the wireless setup. cable 1 • 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.
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3 If you do not know the security Windows® 7 is used in the following example. information, please consult the router manufacturer, your system a Insert the installer CD-ROM into your administrator, or internet provider. CD-ROM drive. If the model name
screen appears, choose your printer. If the language screen appears, choose One push configuration using WPS 1 your language If your WLAN access point/router supports automatic wireless (one-push) setup (WPS), Note you can also choose this method. 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].
1 2 Now, go on to the installation procedure. 3 4 If you choose "Configuration using the 5 Installer CD-ROM and temporarily using a USB cable", go to the next section Installation Procedure (Using USB Cable/Wireless Network). If you choose "One push configuration Note using WPS", go to One Push • Installation items: Configuration Using WPS and Installation uu page 16. 1 Standard Installation Installs P-touch Editor 5.0, printer Installation Procedure (Using driver, P-touch Update Software, Printer Setting Tool.
USB Cable/Wireless Network) 1 2 User’s Guide The procedure for installing the software Displays the User’s Guide, Software varies depending on the OS of the computer. User’s Guide, Network User’s Guide. The installation procedure is subject to 3 Custom Installation change without notice. Individually installs P-touch Editor 5.0, printer driver, P-touch Update Make sure that you are logged on with Software, Printer Setting Tool. Administrator rights. 4 Utility Installation This section explains how to install P-touch Installs BRAdmin Light utility. Editor 5.0, the printer driver, P-touch Update Software and the Printer Setting Tool using the Standard Installation option.
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5 Brother Support Note Displays the link to Brother Developer When configuring multiple printers for Center, Brother Solutions Center. wireless network connection: 1 • You can use the Printer Setting Tool to After using a USB connection to install the configure various printer settings when drivers and the Printer Setting Tool on the the printer is connected to the computer computer, you can use the Network via USB. Setting Tool to easily configure network Note that the printer driver must be settings for multiple printers.
installed on the computer in order to configure the printer. If you choose [Wireless Network Connection], move on to For c Read the license agreement and click Wireless Network Users [Agree] if you agree with the terms and uu page 13. conditions. If you choose [Local Connection (USB)] as your connection method, d Click [Install] to start the installation and move on to For USB Users follow the on-screen instructions. uu page 16. e When the following screen appears,
choose your connection method and For Wireless Network Users 1 click [Next]. a When the [Firewall/AntiVirus Connection method: detected] screen appears, choose [Change the Firewall port settings to 1 Local Connection (USB) enable network connection and 2 Wireless Network Connection continue with the installation.
(Recommended)] and click [Next]. If you are not using the Windows® Firewall allow access using UDP ports 137 and 161.
13 Chapter 1 b Choose [Yes, I have a USB cable to d Do one of the following: use for installation], and then click If the Installation confirmation screen [Next].
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.
Note If the [Important Notice] screen appears, read the notice. Check the box after you confirm the SSID and Network Key, and then click [Next].
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].
c Temporarily connect the USB cable (optional) directly to the computer and the printer.
Note • 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].
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• If your access point is set to not broadcast • If you want to manually assign an IP the SSID, you can enter the SSID address to the printer, click [Change IP manually by clicking the [Advanced] Address] and enter an IP address that is 1 button. Follow the on-screen instructions compatible with your network. for entering the [Name (SSID)], and then • If the wireless setup failure screen click [Next]. appears, click [Retry].
g Enter the [Network Key] you noted in uu i Disconnect the USB cable connecting MEMO page 11 and then click the computer and the printer and then [Next].
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, and then click [Next].
Note If your network is not configured for authentication and encryption, the [ATTENTION!] screen will appear. To continue configuration, click [OK] and go to h.
h Confirm the wireless network settings and then click [Next]. The settings will Note be sent to your printer. • If your wireless settings fail, the [Wireless Device Setup Wizard] screen appears. 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.
k Follow the on-screen instructions to complete setup.
DO NOT cancel any of the screens Note during the installation. It may take a few • The settings will remain unchanged if you seconds for all screens to appear. click [Cancel].
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If you choose [Cancel], installation Note continues. For Windows Vista® and Windows® 7 users, when the [Windows Security] c Click [Finish]. screen appears, click the check box and The installation is now complete. click [Install] to complete the installation correctly. One Push Configuration
Using WPS and Installation 1 The installation is now complete. The procedure for installing the software Note varies depending on the OS of the computer. Depending on your security settings, a Windows Security or antivirus software The installation procedure is subject to window may appear when using the change without notice. printer or its software. Please allow or permit the installer to continue. Make sure that you are logged on
with Administrator rights. When the printer is on an Enterprise For USB Users 1 Wireless Network, connect the printer via USB and configure its a Follow the on-screen instructions for wireless settings. If using the installing the printer driver. When this RJ-4040, you can also use the screen appears, confirm the printer Network Setting Tool to configure power is on. When instructed, connect these settings once you have the USB cable to your computer and installed the printer driver. then to the printer, to finish the printer For information about installing the driver installation. printer driver, see Installation
Procedure (Using USB Cable/Wireless Network) uu page 12. For information about the Network Setting Tool, see Network Setting Tool (RJ-4040 only) uu page 37. 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. b When the screen for the online user a Confirm that your WLAN access registration is displayed, click [OK] or point/router has the WPS symbol.
[Cancel]. If you choose [OK], you will go to the online user registration page before finishing the installation (recommended).
16 Setting Up the Printer b Place your printer within range of your WPS access point/router. The range Note may differ depending on your • Installation items: 1 environment. Refer to the instructions 1 Standard Installation provided with your access point/router. Installs P-touch Editor 5.0, printer driver, P-touch Update Software, Turn on your printer and press and hold c Printer Setting Tool. the Wi-Fi button until the (Wi-Fi) indicator starts blinking in blue. 2 User’s Guide Displays the User’s Guide, Software d Press the WPS button on your WLAN User’s Guide, Network User’s Guide. access point/router. When the configuration is completed, 3 Custom Installation the (Wi-Fi) indicator on your Individually installs P-touch Editor 5.0, printer lights in blue. printer driver, P-touch Update Software, Printer Setting Tool. Wireless setup is now complete. 4 Utility Installation Go on to e to install the printer driver and the software. Installs BRAdmin Light utility. 5 Brother Support e Insert the installer CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive. If the model name Displays the link to Brother Developer screen appears, choose your printer. If Center, Brother Solutions Center. the language screen appears, choose • You can use the Printer Setting Tool to your language configure various printer settings when the printer is connected to the computer Note via USB. If the CD-ROM menu is not displayed Note that the printer driver must be automatically, open the files on the installed on the computer in order to CD-ROM and double click [Start.exe]. configure the printer.
f Click [Standard Installation]. g Read the license agreement and click [Agree] if you agree with the terms and conditions.
h Click [Install] to start the installation and 1 follow the on-screen instructions. 2 3 4 5
17 Chapter 1 i When the following screen appears, k Choose the printer from the list, and choose [Wireless Network then click [Next]. Connection] and click [Next].
Note j When the [Firewall/AntiVirus detected] screen appears, choose • If your wireless settings fail, the [Wireless [Change the Firewall port settings to Device Setup Wizard] screen appears. enable network connection and Follow the on-screen instructions to continue with the installation. complete the wireless configuration. (Recommended)] and click [Next]. • If you are using WEP but your printer is If you are not using the Windows® not found, make sure you entered the Firewall allow access using UDP ports WEP key correctly.
137 and 161. l Follow the on-screen instructions to complete setup.
DO NOT cancel any of the screens during the installation. It may take a few seconds for all screens to appear.
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 is now complete.
Note • Depending on your security settings, a Windows Security or antivirus software window may appear when using the printer or its software. Please allow or permit the window to continue.
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• When configuring multiple printers for wireless network connection: Uninstalling the Printer
After using a USB connection to install the Driver 1 1 drivers and the Printer Setting Tool on the computer, you can use the Network Read "RJ-XXXX" in the following steps as Setting Tool to easily configure network your model name. settings for multiple printers.
® Windows XP 1 Web Based Management (web a Press and hold the (Power) button to browser) 1 turn it off.
The Brother print server is equipped with a b [Start] - [Control Panel] - [Printers and web server that allows you to monitor its Other Hardware] - [Printers and status or change some of its settings using Faxes]. HTTP (Hyper Text Transfer Protocol). c Choose [Brother RJ-XXXXX], and click Note [File] - [Delete] or right click on the icon We recommend Microsoft® Internet and then click [Delete]. ® Explorer 7.0/8.0 or Firefox 3.6 for d Go to [File] - [Server Properties]. The Windows®. Please also make sure that [Print Server Properties] window JavaScript and cookies are always displayed. enabled in whichever browser you use. To use a web browser, you will need to know e Click the [Drivers] tab and choose the IP address of the print server. The IP [Brother RJ-XXXXX]. Then, click address of the print server is listed on the [Remove]. Network Configuration List. f Close the [Print Server Properties]
window. a Open your browser. The printer driver has been uninstalled. b Type "http://printer’s IP address/" into your browser’s address bar (where ® Windows Vista 1 "printer’s IP address" is the IP address of the Brother printer or the print server a Press and hold the (Power) button to name). turn it off. For example: http://192.168.1.2/ b Start button - [Control Panel] - c If you have configured an optional [Hardware and Sound] - [Printers]. Network password, you must enter it when prompted to access the Web c [Brother RJ-XXXXX], and click [Delete Based Management. this printer] or right click on the icon, and then click [Delete]. For more information, see Web Based Management in the Network User’s d In the [Printers] window, right click and Guide. select [Run as administrator] - [Server Properties...]. If the authorization confirmation dialog displayed, click [Continue].
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If the [User Account Control] dialog g Close the [Print Server Properties] displayed, enter the password and click window. [OK]. The [Print Server Properties] The printer driver has been uninstalled. window displayed. e Click the [Drivers] tab and choose [Brother RJ-XXXXX]. Then, click [Remove...]. f Choose [Remove driver and driver package] and click [OK]. Follow the on-screen instructions. g Close the [Print Server Properties] window. The printer driver has been uninstalled.
® Windows 7 1 a Press and hold the (Power) button to turn it off. b Start button - [Devices and Printers]. c Choose [Brother 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 Account Control message displayed, type in the password, and then click [Yes]. Choose [Brother RJ-XXXXX], and then click [Remove...]. f Choose [Remove driver and driver package], and then click [OK]. Follow the on-screen instructions.
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Connecting the Bluetooth Connection
(RJ-4030 Only) 1 Computer and Printer 1 1
The printer can be connected to your Note computer via USB cable, Bluetooth (RJ-4030 Follow the recommendations of the only), Wi-Fi (RJ-4040 only) and the serial manufacturer of your Bluetooth-equipped cable. computer or Bluetooth adapter and install any necessary hardware and software.
Install the printer driver before connecting the printer to the computer. Use this procedure to pair the printer with the computer using the Bluetooth management Note software. When connecting via Bluetooth, the connection settings are saved even after a Press and hold the (Power) button to the printer is turned off. turn the printer on and then press and
hold the Bluetooth button.
USB Connection 1 b Use your Bluetooth management software to discover the printer and a Make sure that the printer is turned off configure the printer connection. before connecting the USB cable. Note b Connect the printer end of the USB If the software prompts you to enter a cable to the USB port on the side of the Bluetooth passkey (PIN code), enter the printer. passkey assigned to the printer. The printer's passkey is the last four digits of its c Connect the other end of the USB cable serial number by default.
to the USB port on the computer.
c Write down the name of the port used for the connection.
d Open the printer screen so that the printer’s port settings can be changed. Windows® XP: [Start] - [Control Panel] - [Printers and Other Hardware] - [Printers and Faxes]. Windows Vista®: Start button - [Control Panel] - [Hardware and Sound] - [Printers]. Windows® 7: Start button - [Devices and Printers].
e Windows® XP/Windows Vista® : Right-click the printer icon, and then click [Properties]. Windows® 7:
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Right-click the printer icon, and then click [Printer Properties]. Note • You can change the printer's network f Click the [Ports] tab. settings using the Network Setting Tool (see Network Setting Tool (RJ-4040 only) g Select the port name confirmed in uu page 37). step c (“COM” plus a number). • The Network Setting Tool also allows you h Click [OK] to close the properties dialog to easily apply the network setting box. changes to multiple printers. (see Applying Setting Changes to Multiple i Close the printers window to finish. Printers uu page 39).
Note Refer to your Bluetooth management Serial Cable Connection 1 software’s documentation for details on connection settings, confirming the port Please use the cable designed for your name, etc. Brother printer.
Using Bluetooth to communicate a Make sure that the printer and the computer are turned off before when printing 1 connecting the serial cable. a Press and hold the (Power) button to b Connect the printer end of the serial turn the printer on, and then press the cable to the serial port on the side of the Bluetooth button. printer. b Use your Bluetooth management c Connect the other end of the serial cable software to discover the printer. to the serial port on the computer. Bluetooth communication starts. Note Wi-Fi Connection (RJ-4040 • The default settings are as follows: Baud rate: 9600 bps only) 1 Parity: None Bit length: 8 bit Flow control: Hardware In order for the printer and your network access point or router to communicate, • To change these settings, refer to the you must first install the printer driver P-touch Template Command Reference. and the Printer Setting Tool (see The latest version is available for Installing the Printer Driver and the download at: uu Software for RJ-4040 page 10). http://solutions.brother.com Choose your product. - [Manuals] a Press and hold the (Power) button to turn the printer on, and then press the Wi-Fi button. Wi-Fi communication starts.
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Operation Panel 2
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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)
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(Power) button function Operation Turn the printer on While the printer is turned off, press and hold the (Power) button until the POWER indicator turns on. Turn the printer off While the printer is turned on, press and hold the (Power) button until the POWER indicator turns off. (If the [Auto Power Off] feature is enabled in the RJ Utility, the printer will turn itself off automatically after the selected period of inactivity.) Start up the printer in mass If you press and hold this button while also pressing the Wi-Fi storage mode button/Bluetooth button, the printer starts up in mass storage mode (see Mass Storage uu page 44).
(Feed) button function Operation Feed the paper When the paper type is set to [Die-cut Label] or [Media With Marks]: Press the (Feed) button to automatically feed the paper to the print position. When the paper type is set to [Continuous Length Tape]: Press the (Feed) button to feed the paper. The paper feeds a fixed length; you can use a command to change 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 Operation (RJ-4030 only) Pair the printer to the computer When the printer and computer or other device haven’t been paired with each other via Bluetooth, hold this button (see Bluetooth Connection (RJ-4030 Only) uu page 21). Use Bluetooth to communicate When this key is pressed while the computer and the printer are not when printing connected via Bluetooth, the Bluetooth connection is established and data can be transferred. End the Bluetooth connection When the printer and computer are connected via Bluetooth, press this button to end the connection. Start up the printer in mass If you press this button while pressing and holding the (Power) storage mode button, the printer starts up in mass storage mode (see Mass Storage uu page 44). Execute a file stored in the mass If you press this button while the printer is running in mass storage storage area mode, you can execute a command file stored in the mass storage area (see Mass Storage uu page 44).
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(Wi-Fi) button Operation function (RJ-4040 only) Use WPS to set wireless network Wi-Fi settings can be configured by simply pressing and holding this settings easily button, making it easy to install the printer driver or other software (see Installing the Printer Driver and the Software for RJ-4040 2 uu page 10). Use Wi-Fi to communicate when When the printer and computer are not connected via Wi-Fi, press this printing 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 If you press this button while pressing and holding the (Power) storage mode button, the printer starts up in mass storage mode (see Mass Storage uu page 44). Execute a file stored in the mass If you press this button while the printer is running in mass storage storage area mode, you can execute a command file stored in the mass storage area (see Mass Storage uu page 44).
Indicators 2
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The indicators light and blink to indicate the printer’s status. Each indicator may light or blink in green, red, orange, or blue. For details, see Indicators uu page 48.
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Printing Solutions 2 Printing 2
Your printer can be used with several For typical printing, use the following versions of the Windows® operating systems. procedure. In most situations, the printer requires driver a Open the document to be printed. software to communicate with your computer. These drivers can be installed using the b Make sure that the printer is properly setup CD-ROM, and the latest versions can powered. Use a charged battery, or be downloaded from the Brother Solutions connect the printer to an AC or DC Center website (http://solutions.brother.com). power outlet. We recommend that you visit the website to make sure that you have the latest version of c Turn the printer on. The POWER the drivers. indicator lights in green.
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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 Roll. (See Inserting the RD Roll uu page 5.) Use genuine Brother paper.
f If necessary, change the print settings using either the printer driver or the RJ Utility. (See RJ Utility uu page 31)
g Click [Print] in the computer program’s menu.
The POWER indicator blinks in green to indicate that the printer is receiving data, and the document is printed.
26 Using the Printer h Turn the printer off. The POWER indicator turns off. Printer Driver Options 2 You can configure various settings in the Note printer driver screen, such as paper size, To print a JPEG image without using the number of copies, print quality, etc. printer driver, see JPEG Printing 2 uu page 45. You can also use the Custom Label Tool and the RJ Utility to configure advanced settings
(see Setting Paper Size uu page 28 and RJ Making Prints Lighter or Utility uu page 31).
Darker 2
You can make prints lighter or darker by adjusting the print density setting in the printer driver’s dialog box 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.
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Setting Paper Size 2 Note When using "Premium Receipt Paper" *, select In order to use labels with a size not listed in [RD 4" (102 mm)] on the [Paper Size Setup] the [Paper Size] list of the printer driver, the screen, click the [Edit] button, and then set label format must be added to the printer [Energy Rank] to [0] on the [Advanced driver. Printing Adjustments] screen. When using "Standard Receipt Paper" *, set a Connect the printer to be configured to [Energy Rank] to [3]. the computer via USB. * Available paper types vary by country.
Click [Start] - [All Programs] - b 2New [Brother] - [Label & Mobile Printer] - Registers new paper formats. [Printer Setting Tool]. The [Printer Setting Tool] screen is Do not register a paper size if the same displayed. paper size has already been registered. It may cause an unintended result. c Select the printer connected in step a. If you use the same size of paper as d Click the [Custom Label Tool] button. currently registered, select the desired The [Paper Size Setup] dialog box size from the [Currently Registered appears. Paper Sizes] list on the [Paper Size Setup] screen, and change settings on the [Edit] screen.
3Edit Edits the settings for the selected paper 1 format. To save the selected paper format with 2 the new settings, click [Overwrite]. To 3 add a paper format with the new settings, 4 change the name in the [Paper Size Name] box, and then click [Add]. 5 Preset RD paper formats (paper formats 6 available when the software was installed) cannot be edited. 7 4Delete Deletes the selected paper format. A deleted paper format cannot be restored. 8 5 Import Paper Size List... Reads the text file (RJ-4030: 1 Energy Rank BSR403ed.txt; RJ-4040: BSR404ed.txt) Displays the current setting for the containing the paper format settings, and [Energy Rank] of the selected paper uses it to replace the contents of the format. [Currently Registered Paper Sizes] list.
When the list is imported, the entire contents of the [Currently Registered Paper Sizes] list will be replaced with the imported paper formats.
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6 Export Paper Size List... f Click [Advanced Printing Exports the settings for the paper formats Adjustments...] to specify the following in the [Currently Registered Paper settings for each paper size. Sizes] list. The exported list can then be Under [Printing Reference Point distributed to other computers. For Adjustment], the printing position can details, see Distributing Paper Formats be adjusted. 2 uu page 30. 7 Register Paper Size With Printer Registers the settings for the selected paper format in the printer. 8 Save Paper Size Commands Uses the settings for the paper as an added command and exports it as a file. The file extension is “.bin”.
Note If you use the following methods, you can apply these settings to the printer easily. • Mass storage feature (see Mass Storage uu page 44) • Bluetooth (Object Push Profile (OPP)) • Wi-Fi (File Transfer Profile (FTP)) g Under [Energy Rank], the print energy
(density) can be adjusted.
These settings commands are only h Enter the settings for the paper to be intended for use for applying to printer used, and then click [Add]. settings. Saved commands cannot be A new paper format is created. imported to the Custom Label Tool. i Click [Exit]. e Click [New]. The [New] dialog box appears. Note
When the [Paper Size Setup] dialog box is displayed again, the added paper format will appear in the [Currently Registered Paper Sizes] list. If the application is running, exit the application, and then start it again in order for the new paper format to appear in the [Currently Registered Paper Sizes] list.
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RJ-4030: Distributing Paper BSR403ed.txt, BSR403ed.ptd, pdt3137.bin
Formats 2 RJ-4040: BSR404ed.txt, BSR404ed.ptd, pdt3237.bin The paper formats exported from the [Currently Registered Paper Sizes] list can b Insert the CD-ROM into the CD-ROM be distributed to other computers. drive of the sender's computer. c Copy the folder in CD drive:\your Distributing only paper language\Drivers\RJ-XXXX to any location on the sender’s computer. formats 2 d Overwrite the contents of the folders at If the printer driver has been installed on the RJ-XXXX\x64\custom and recipient’s computer, only the paper formats RJ-XXXX\x86\custom (copied in step 3) need to be distributed. with the three files created in a. a At the sender’s computer, specify the e Save folder [RJ-XXXX] at any location paper format settings, and then click on the recipient's computer. [Export Paper Size List...]. uu (See Setting Paper Size page 28.) f At the recipient’s computer, double-click The following files are created. [dsetuph.exe]. RJ-4030: Complete the installation according to BSR403ed.txt, BSR403ed.ptd, pdt3137.bin the instructions that appear on the RJ-4040: screen. BSR404ed.txt, BSR404ed.ptd, pdt3237.bin b Save BSR403ed.txt or BSR404ed.txt at any location on the recipient’s computer. c At the recipient’s computer, click [Import Paper Size List...]. The paper formats are replaced with the imported ones.
Distributing paper formats bundled with the 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.
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d Click the [Utility] button. Overview 3 The main window is displayed. (See Main Window uu page 32.) The RJ Utility is a computer program that allows you to change the printer's default settings. How to Use the RJ Utility 3 3 Normally when using a computer program to print a document, print settings are specified a In the main window of the RJ Utility, in the printer driver's dialog box and then the select the check boxes of the data is sent to the printer. This utility can be parameters with settings that can be used to adjust settings that are more changed. advanced than the printer driver’s settings. b Select the desired settings from the pull-down menus or enter the desired Use the RJ Utility to configure the printer only when the printer is idle. The values. printer may malfunction if you attempt to configure it while it is handling a job. c Click [Apply] to save the settings in the printer.
Note Using the RJ Utility 3 The settings are saved when you quit the RJ Utility, and the settings are applied the next time the RJ Utility is started. Before Using the RJ Utility 3 Note, however, that if the printer is already Connect the printer to an AC or DC power connected when the RJ Utility is started, outlet, or make sure that the battery is the printer's settings are applied. fully-charged. Make sure that the printer driver has been installed and is functional. Connect the printer to a computer via USB or Bluetooth (RJ-4030 only).
Starting the RJ Utility 3 a Connect the printer to be configured to the computer. 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.
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1Printer Note Displays the printer selected in the Printer Setting Tool. This setting can also be changed using the printer driver, however, in this case the setting 2 Command Mode is erased when the printer is turned off. If the Sets the printer’s command format. setting is changed using the RJ Utility, the Available settings: [Raster], [ESC/P], [P-touch setting is retained even when the printer is Template] turned off, therefore, if you plan on printing 3 Print Density without using the printer driver, use the RJ Utility to change this setting. Adjusts the printing density on a scale of -5 to +5. 5 JPEG Printing 4 Print Priority Sets the image processing used when printing Determines the printer's print quality.Available JPEG images via Bluetooth or with the mass settings: [Speed], [Quality] storage feature. Available settings: [Binary], [Error Diffusion] 6 Print Data after being Printed Determines whether the print data is erased automatically after printing. Available settings: [Erase], [Do not Erase] 7 Printer Information Output Settings Determines which information is printed when printing the printer’s settings.
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Available settings: [All], [Usage Log], [Printer 19 Save Command Settings Settings], [Printer Transfer Data] Saves the content of the selected (checked) (See Printing the Printer Set-up Information items as a command-format “.bin” file. uu page 51.) Bluetooth settings are not saved. 8 Align Paper Leading Edge when the Cover is Closed Note Determines whether or not paper is If you use the following methods, you can apply automatically fed when the cover is closed. these settings to the printer easily. Available settings: [Do not Feed], [Feed] • Mass storage feature (see Mass Storage 3 uu 9 Power on when Plugged in page 44) Determines whether or not the printer turns on • Bluetooth (Object Push Profile (OPP)) automatically when the power cord is • Wi-Fi (File Transfer Profile (FTP))
connected. Available settings: [Disable], [Enable] 10 Auto Power Off These settings commands are only intended for use for applying to printer Determines the amount of time that passes settings. Saved commands cannot be before the printer turns off automatically. imported to the RJ Utility. Available settings: [None], 10 min. to 60 min. (10 min. increments) 20 Apply 11 WLAN/Bluetooth on Power On Sends the selected (checked) settings to the Determines the conditions for connecting via printer. Wi-Fi and Bluetooth when the printer is turned 21 Exit on. Exits the RJ Utility. The current settings are Available settings: [On by Default], [Off by saved. Default], [Keep Current State] 12 Select All Places a check in the check boxes for 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 34.) 18 Maintenance Displays the [Maintenance] screen. (See Maintenance uu page 35.)
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1Bluetooth PIN code Note Allows you to select whether a Bluetooth PIN code (passkey) is required, change the The PIN code and the device name must use printer's Bluetooth PIN code, and select alphanumeric characters (A-Z, a-z, 0-9) only. whether Bluetooth communication is The device name can contain a space encrypted. character; the PIN code cannot.
If [Enable] is selected in the [Bluetooth PIN code] pull-down menu, the PIN code specified here must also be stored on the computer in order to communicate with the printer when using Bluetooth. You can change the PIN 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 other Bluetooth devices. 4 Bluetooth Address Displays the current Bluetooth address.
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1 Print Printer Information 3 Click to print a report containing the following types of information. Program version Printer usage history Missing dot test 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.
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Printer Information printing sample 3
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Overview 4 Using the Network
The Network Setting Tool is a computer Setting Tool 4 program used for changing network settings via USB. Starting the Network Setting By using the Network Setting Tool, you can Tool 4 not only change the network settings for one printer, you can easily apply the same 4 settings to multiple printers. a Connect the printer whose settings will be changed to the computer via USB. Note b Click [Start] - [All Programs] - The Network Setting Tool is installed with [Brother] - [Label & Mobile Printer] - other software such as the printer driver. [Printer Setting Tool]. (see Installing the Printer Driver and the Software for RJ-4040 uu page 10) c Select the printer connected in a.
d Click the [Network Setting Tool] Operating Environment 4 button. The main window is displayed. Windows® XP SP3 or later (only x86 processors can be used with Windows® XP) Windows Vista® Windows® 7
To start the Network Setting Tool, you must be logged on with Administrator rights. The Network Setting Tool can change the settings for certain Brother printer models only.
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1 Menu Bar 7Apply Select the commands contained in each menu Applies the settings to the printer. from the list. By pressing this button you can apply all the 2Printer settings set on multiple windows at once. Selects the printer whose settings will be 8Exit changed. Exits the Network Setting Tool. If only one printer is connected, only that printer is displayed and it is not necessary to Settings are not applied to printers if the select a printer. [Exit] button is clicked without clicking 3 Node Name the [Apply] button after changing Displays the node name. Node names can be settings. changed. 4 Applicable Settings Displays setting items. Select the item that you want to change the settings for. 5 Settings Display/Change Area Displays the selected item’s current 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).
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Changing the b Select the newly connected printer from the [Printer] combo box. Communications Settings 4 Note a Make sure that the computer with the If [Automatically detects the connected Network Setting Tool installed is printer, and retrieves the current connected via USB to the printer that settings.] check box on the [Option you want to change the settings for. Settings] screen is selected, the connected printer is automatically b Start the Network Setting Tool. Confirm selected. that the printer that you want to change the settings for is displayed in [Printer]. See Automatically detects the connected 4 If another printer is displayed, select the printer, and retrieves the current settings. desired printer from the [Printer] combo uu page 41. box. c Click the [Apply] button. The same settings that were applied to the first printer are applied to the second printer. Note If only one printer is connected, only that d Repeat steps a - c for all the printers printer is displayed and it is not necessary that you want to change the settings for. to select a printer.
If the IP address is set to [STATIC], the c From [Network Settings] of printer’s IP address will also be [Applicable Settings], click the items changed to the same address as the that will be changed. first printer. Change the IP address as necessary. d In the settings display/change area, select the desired setting from the pull- Note down list, or enter a value. To save the setting contents as a file, click [File] - [Export...]. e When you have changed all the desired settings, click [Apply] button and then The exported setting contents are applied [Exit] button. to [Network Settings] the next time The settings are applied to the printer. settings are imported using the Network Setting Tool. Applying Setting 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.
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1 Apply Setting to the Printer Applies the settings to the printer; functions the The following information is not same way as the [Apply] button on the main saved in the setting command. uu window. See Apply page 38. • Node name 2 Save Command Settings • IP address, subnet mask, Saves network settings in PJL command gateway address (when the IP format. The file extension is “.bin”. address is set to [STATIC]). By sending these commands to printers via These settings commands are only USB, network settings for printers can be intended for use for applying to configured in the same way as when settings printer settings. Saved commands are made using the Network Setting Tool (see cannot be imported to the Network Mass Storage uu page 44). Setting Tool. Saved command files contain authentication keys and passwords. Take necessary measures to protect saved command files such as by saving command files in locations that other users cannot access. Do not send the command file to a printer whose model was not specified when the command file was exported.
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3Import Import from the current computer Exported files are not encrypted. wireless settings Because exported files contain Imports the settings from the computer. authentication keys and passwords, take necessary measures to protect Note exported files such as by saving • Only Personal Security Authentication settings exported files in locations that other (open system, public key authentication, and users cannot access. WPA/WPA2-PSK) can be imported. Enterprise 5 Restore to Default Network Settings Security Authentication settings (such as LEAP or EAP-FAST) cannot be imported. Returns network settings to the factory default settings. • If multiple wireless LANs are enabled for the 4 computer used, the first wireless settings (only 6 Automatically restart the printer after use. personal settings) detected are considered to When this check box is selected, printers be the import data. automatically restart after network settings are • Only settings values (SSID, authentication applied. method, encryption method, and When this check box is cleared, printers must authentication key) from the [Network be manually restarted. Settings] - [Wireless Settings] screen of [Applicable Settings] can be imported. Note When configuring multiple printers, you can Select a Profile to import reduce the time required to change settings by Imports settings that were exported as a clearing this check box. Note that in this case profile. we recommend selecting this check box when Click this option and select a profile by configuring the first printer so that you can clicking the [Browse...] button. Your confirm that each setting is operating as selected settings will be displayed in the intended. settings display/change area. 7 Automatically detects the connected Note printer, and retrieves the current settings. • All settings, such as wireless settings or When this check box is selected and a printer TCP/IP settings, can be saved. However, node is connected to the computer, the printer is names cannot be imported. automatically detected and the printer's current • Only profiles that are compatible with the settings are displayed in the [Current Network selected printer can be imported. Status] area (see Current Network Status uu page 42). • If the imported profile's IP address is set to [STATIC], change the IP address of the imported profile as necessary so that it does Note not duplicate the IP address of an existing When the model of the connected printer is printer on the network whose settings have different from that of the printer shown in the been completed. [Printer] combo box, the settings available on all editing screens change to match the
connected printer. 4Export
Saves the settings in a text file. 8 Display the Help Displays the help file. 9 About... Displays version information.
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1 Boot Method 1 Current Network Status Select either: [STATIC], [AUTO], [BOOTP], Displays network status on the right side of the [DHCP], [RARP]. screen in the settings display/change area. 2 IP Address/Subnet Mask/Gateway Click the [Refresh] button to update the view. Set the various values. You can only enter settings when the IP
Network Settings 4 address setting is set to [STATIC]. 3 DNS Server Method
Select either [STATIC] or [AUTO]. 4 Primary DNS Server IP Address/Secondary DNS Server IP Address 1 You can only enter settings when the DNS 2 server setting is set to [STATIC].
1 WLAN/Bluetooth on Power On Determines the conditions for connecting via Wi-Fi and Bluetooth when the printer is turned on. Select either: [On by Default], [Off by Default], [Keep Current State] 2 Wireless Usage Enables and disables wireless communication.
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1 Authentication Encryption Mode 2 Method 3 4 Open System None 5 WEP 6 7 When the Communication Mode is 8 Infrastructure 4
Authentication Encryption Mode Method 1 Communication Mode Select either [Ad hoc] or [Infrastructure] Open System None 2 SSID (Network Name) WEP Click the [Search...] button to display the SSID Public Key WEP selections on a separate screen. Authentication 3 Channel WPA/WPA2-PSK TKIP Selections can be made from the displayed AES selections. LEAP CKIP 4 Authentication Method/Encryption Mode EAP-FAST/NONE TKIP Authentication methods and encryption methods are supported as shown below in AES Communication Mode and EAP-FAST/MS-CHAP TKIP Authentication/Encryption Methods. v2 AES 5 WEP Key EAP-FAST/GTC TKIP WEP key can only be set when WEP is AES selected for the encryption method. 6 Passphrase PSK can only be set when WPA/WPA2-PSK is To perform higher level security selected for the authentication method. settings: 7 User ID/Password When performing FAST server User ID/Password can only be set when LEAP certificate verification, settings cannot or FAST is selected for the authentication be made from the Network Setting Tool. method. After the printer has been set to be able to connect to the network, perform 8 Display the key and password on the settings by accessing the printer from a screen web browser. If this setting is checked, keys and passwords are displayed in plain text (non-encrypted text).
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c Connect the computer or device to the Mass Storage 5 printer via USB. The printer’s mass storage area is
Description 5 displayed on the computer or device’s screen. The mass storage feature allows you to execute commands and perform JPEG Note printing by sending data from a computer or If the mass storage area is not displayed other device to the printer via USB. Files that automatically, refer to the operating have been copied to the printer’s mass instructions for the computer or device’s storage area are processed when you press operating system for information about the Wi-Fi button/Bluetooth button. displaying the mass storage area. This feature is useful in the following situations. d Drag and drop the file you want to copy to the mass storage area. When you want to apply settings that are stored in a command file (“.bin” format) or e Press the Wi-Fi button/Bluetooth button. templates that are stored in “.blf” format The command file is executed. files that were distributed by the While the file is being executed, the administrator without using a customized (Wi-Fi) indicator/ (Bluetooth) tool indicator lights in blue. When you want to execute commands or perform JPEG printing without installing f After the file has been executed, the the printer driver (Wi-Fi) indicator/ (Bluetooth) When you want to use a device with an indicator turns off. OS (including non-Windows operating systems) that has a USB host feature to g To turn mass storage mode off, turn the print and transmit data printer off. The printer will start up in its normal operating mode. Using the Mass 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.
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When the printer is turned off, mass JPEG Printing 5 storage mode is deactivated and any files in the mass storage area Image data (JPEG) can be printed without are deleted. using the printer driver. This feature supports “.bin”, “.blf”, and “.jpg” files. Do not use other file Note formats with this feature. • JPEG images can be printed using the mass storage feature. Do not create folders in the mass storage area. If a folder is created, • The Bluetooth Basic Imaging Profile (BIP) files in the folder will not be or Object Push Profile (OPP) is used for executed. printing via a Bluetooth connection. The capacity of the mass storage • This printer will convert a color JPEG area is 2.45 MB. Use of files larger image to a ‘Black & White’ image using a than 2 MB cannot be guaranteed. 5 dithering process. If multiple files are copied, the order that the files will be executed in • When sending a JPEG image that is cannot be guaranteed. already ‘Black & White’ this dithering process may make your printed image Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and RS-232C fuzzy. features are not available while the printer is running in mass storage • To improve the image quality, try to turn mode. off any preprocessing of the JPEG image.
Do not access other files in the mass storage area when executing Only JPEG images can be printed. a copied file. (Limited to files with the .jpg extension.) The maximum file size is 5 MB. (2.38 MB when the mass storage feature is used.) The maximum resolutions are as follows. Height Width = 8000 832 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.
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Maintenance of the printer may be carried out as required. However, some environments Roller Maintenance 6 require that maintenance must be done more Use a piece of cellophane tape to remove dirt frequently (e.g. in dusty conditions). from the roller.
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Indicators 7
The indicators light and blink to indicate the printer’s status. The following symbols are used in this section to explain the meaning of the different indicator colors and patterns.
or or or Indicator is lit in the color shown
or or or Indicator is blinking in the color shown
or 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
BATT (Bluetooth) POWER STATUS Description (BATTERY) (Wi-Fi) 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 Access point connection error Security error Error Battery error Mass storage error
System error
In boot mode
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BATT (Bluetooth) POWER STATUS Description (BATTERY) (Wi-Fi)
Wireless on, not connected* (Once every 3 seconds) Wireless or Bluetooth on, connected
Now setting WPS* (Once every second) Now resetting Formatting complete (When [Print Data after being Printed] is set to [Erase])
Now cooling
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MCR read success
MCR read error
Rechargeable battery power: half (Once every 4 seconds)
Rechargeable battery power: low (Twice every 4 seconds)
Battery must be charged (Once every second) Charging Rechargeable battery power: full Charging complete In mass storage mode
Processing file in mass storage mode
Initializing *RJ-4040 only
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Indicator Warnings 7
Problem Solution The POWER indicator does not light The printer is receiving no power. If you are using AC or DC power, make sure that the AC adapter or Car adapter is properly connected (see Connecting the Printer to External Power uu page 2) and make sure that the AC or DC power outlet is turned on. If you are using DC power, check the fuse. Head or motor is cooling down The thermal head or motor is too hot. Head: If the thermal head becomes even hotter, the thermal head may produce imaging on the paper in areas not intended to be printed. This condition is normal when printing documents with a great deal of “black” content. The printer will stop and resume printing after the print head has cooled down. To avoid or delay the onset of this condition, print using 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 and resume printing after the motor has cooled down.
Note This condition may occur more often when the printer is used at high altitude (more than 10,000 feet) due to a lower air density available to cool the printer.
Data reception error Data may not be received correctly when communications are unstable.Try connecting again when communication conditions have improved. Printer is in boot mode The AC adapter was unplugged while the firmware was being updated, and the printer started up in boot mode the next time it was started. Contact your reseller or Brother Customer Service for assistance.
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Printing the Printer
Set-up Information 7
You can use the (Feed) button to print a report that lists the following printer settings: Program version Printer usage history Missing dot test pattern RJ Utility setting information List of transferred data Network setting information Wi-Fi setting information
Note • You can use the RJ Utility to set in advance which items will be printed (see 7 Printer Information 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 in green. The settings will be printed.
Note • To print the Printer Settings, we recommend to use 4" (101.6 mm) receipt paper. • This operation can also be performed using the RJ Utility (see Print Printer Information uu page 35).
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Overview 8
If you have any problems with the printer, first check to make sure that you have performed the following tasks correctly. Install the battery or connect the printer to an AC or DC power outlet (see Connecting the Printer to External Power uu page 2). Install and select the proper printer driver (see Installing the Printer Driver and the Software for RJ-4030 uu page 8 or Installing the Printer Driver and the Software for RJ-4040 uu page 10). Connect the printer to the computer (see Connecting the Computer and Printer uu page 21). If you still have problems, read the troubleshooting tips in this chapter for help.
Problem Solution The printer does not print, or there is a Is the cable loose? printing error. Check that the cable is connected securely. Is the RD Roll installed correctly? If not, remove the RD Roll and reinstall. (See Inserting 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 roll guide against the side of the RD Roll. (See Inserting the RD Roll uu page 5.) The POWER indicator is not lit. Is the power cord inserted correctly? Check that the power cord is inserted correctly. If it is, try plugging it into another electrical outlet. If the POWER indicator still does not light up, contact Brother Customer Service at 1-800-255-0415. Printed labels contain streaks or poor Is the print head or roller dirty? quality characters, or labels are not fed Although the print head generally remains clean under normal correctly. use, lint or dirt from the roller may become stuck on the printer head. If this occurs, clean the roller (see Roller Maintenance uu page 46).
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Problem Solution A data transmission error appears on Is the correct port selected? your computer. Check that the correct port is selected. Is the printer in cooling mode (the POWER indicator is flashing in orange)? Wait until the indicator stops flashing and then try printing again. Is someone printing via the network? If you try to print while other users are printing large amounts of data, the printer is unable to accept your print job until the ongoing printing is finished. In such situations, execute the print job again after the other jobs are completed. Labels are jammed or are not ejected Is there dirt or lint on the roller preventing it from rolling correctly after printing. 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 reinstalling. (See Inserting the RD Roll uu page 5.) Ensure that the RD Roll compartment cover is closed 8 correctly. The print quality is poor Is there dirt or lint on the roller preventing it from rolling freely? Clean the roller (see Roller Maintenance uu page 46).
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Problem Solution Printed barcodes cannot be read. Align the label with the print head as shown below.
1 3
2
1 Label exit slot 2 Print head 3 Recommended print direction Some types of scanners are not able to read the barcodes. Try using another scanner. We recommend printing the barcodes with [Quality] options set to [Give priority to quality].
Windows® XP: To change the [Quality] options, open the printer properties from [Control Panel] - [Printers and Other Hardware] - [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 [Printing Preference].
Windows® 7: To change the [Quality] options, open the printer properties by clicking [Start] - [Devices and Printers], right-clicking the printer whose settings are to be changed, and selecting [Printing Preference].
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Problem Solution I want to reset the printer/delete the data To reset the printer, perform the following procedure; transferred from the computer. 1 Press and hold the (Power) button to turn the printer off. 2 Press and hold the (Feed) button and the (Power) button until the POWER, STATUS and BATTERY indicators start blinking in orange. 3 While pressing the (Power) button, press the (Feed) button 3 times. 4 Release the (Power) button and the (Feed) button at the same time. All the transferred data from the computer will be deleted and reset the printer to factory settings. I want to cancel the current print job. Make sure that the printer is ON, and press the (Power) button. When printing via the USB cable, the Is the printer set for sequential printing? printer repeatedly pauses and then If so, set print mode to buffered printing. continues printing. Windows® XP: Open the printer properties from [Control Panel] - [Printers and Other Hardware] - [Printers and Faxes] and click [Printing Preference] button in the [General] tab. Click the 8 [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 Printers], right-clicking the printer whose settings are to be changed, and selecting [Printing Preference]. Choose the option [After one page of data is received]. An error occurs when the roll cannot be If a feed error occurs, use the Custom Label Tool to assign the fed to the beginning of the label. correct paper settings to the printer. The computer program should be Make sure that the USB cable is connected firmly and correctly. sending data to the printer, but the Try using another USB cable. POWER indicator does not blink green Depending on whether you are using Bluetooth or Wi-Fi, confirm that the (Bluetooth) indicator or the (Wi-Fi) indicator is lit in blue. If it is not, check the connection. (See Connecting the Computer and Printer uu page 21.)
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Product Specifications 9
Model Name RJ-4030 RJ-4040 Printing Printing Technology Direct Thermal Print Resolution 203 dpi Print Speed Maximum 5 ips (127 mm/sec) Print Width Maximum 4.09" (104 mm) Size Weight Printer: Approximately 1.35 lb./610 g Printer with battery: Approximately 1.87 lb./850 g Dimentions Approximately 6.38" (W) x 6.93" (H) x 3.03" (D) / 162 mm (W) x 176 mm (H) x 77 mm (D) Interface USB Yes USB Ver. 2.0 (Full Speed) (mini-B, Peripheral) Serial Yes RS232C * Original serial cable Bluetooth Yes No Ver. 2.0 +EDR (Class 2) WLAN No Yes Wireless LAN IEEE802.11b/g/n (Infrastructure Mode/Ad hoc mode) Environment Operating Temperature Operate: 32F to 104F (0C to 40C) Charge: 32F to 104F (0C to 40C) Operating Humidity 20 to 80% (No condensation, Maximum wet bulb temperature: 80.6°F/27C) Storage Temperature -4F to 140F (-20C to 60C) Do not leave your printer inside a car where the temperature is over 60C. Storage Humidity 20 to 80% (No condensation,Maximum wet bulb temperature: 113°F/ 45C) Power supply (Optional) Battery Rechargeable Li-ion battery:14.4 V Battery Yield 2,000 labels (when connected by USB, and using a new, fully charged battery.) Tested using Brother’s print test data (7% coverage 46 inches) at 73.4F (23C). Adapter AC adapter (15 V) Car adapter Cigarette car adapter or Wired type (12 V (DC))
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Model Name RJ-4030 RJ-4040 Media specification Media type Receipt, Die cut label Media Width 2" to 4.64" (51 mm to 118 mm) Gap between labels 0.12" (3 mm) or more Thickness Receipt: 0.002" 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® XP/Windows Vista®/ Windows® 7 Windows® 7/
Windows Server® 2003
Windows Server® 2008/2008R2
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