To download the driver & software, go the LabelWriter 450 (click here) product page and click on the DRIVERS tab. CONTACTING DYMO TECHNICAL SUPPORT For ANY QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS on this driver or Dymo software, please contact DYMO here: www.dymo.com.
- Looking for links to download the latest Dymo LabelWriter Software (DLS) and Dymo drivers? LabelWriter 300, 400, 450 Series Print Drivers, Windows Vista/7 (64bit.
- To download the driver & software, go the LabelWriter 450 (click here) product page and click on the DRIVERS tab. CONTACTING DYMO TECHNICAL SUPPORT For ANY QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS on this driver or Dymo software, please contact DYMO here: www.dymo.com.
LabelWriter® | 450 Twin Turbo |
Copyright
© 2010 Sanford, L.P. All rights reserved. Revised 12/10.
No part of this document or the software may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, or translated into another language without the prior written consent of Sanford, L.P.
Trademarks
DYMO, LabelWriter, and DYMO Label are registered marks in the United States and other countries. All other trademarks are the property of their respective holders.
Quick Start Guide
For complete information about your label printer, you can view the LabelWriter Printer User Guide from the DYMO Label v.8 Help menu or from the DYMO Web site at www.dymo.com.
Follow these steps to install the LabelWriter printer and print your first label.
1. Unpacking your LabelWriter Printer
NOTE Do not connect the printer into your computer until after the software installation is complete.
1Unpack your printer and save the packing materials.
2Make sure you have all the items shown in Figure 1. (Labels included in the package may vary.)
Roll of DYMO Stamps labels
Cleaning card
USB cable
LabelWriter printer
Figure 1
Roll of Address labels
Quick Start Guide
LabelWriter
Quick Start
Power adapter
Power cord
Become familiar with the printer’s major components. See Figure 2.
Top cover | |
USB | |
Label roll | connector |
Label guide | |
Label eject | |
Label spool | button |
and LED | |
Label release | |
Label feed path | |
and tear bar |
Figure 2
Serial number
DC power connector
Cable channels
LabelWriter Printer Features
Your LabelWriter printer is a direct thermal printer and does not use ink or toner. Instead, the printer uses heat from a thermal print head to print on specially treated labels. Labels are the only supplies you will ever need to buy.
The
The status light visually shows the current state of the printer:
•Solid blue - power is on and the printer is ready.
•Flashing blue - labels are not loaded properly or the label roll is empty.
•Dimmed blue - printer is in power saving mode.
2. Installing the Software
Do not connect the printer to your computer until after the software installation is complete.
Windows Depending on your system configuration, the software installation could take some time while the required Microsoft .NET™ software is installed.
To install the software on a Windows system
1Close all open Microsoft Office applications.
2Insert the DYMO LabelWriter CD into your
3Click Install and follow the instructions in the installer.
QuickBooks If you have QuickBooks 2007 or later, you will be prompted to install the DYMO Label
To install the software on a Mac OS system
1Insert the DYMO LabelWriter CD into the
2
3. Connecting your LabelWriter Printer
NOTE Do not connect the printer to your computer until after the software installation is complete.
To connect the power
1Plug the power cord into the power adapter. See Figure 3.
2Plug the power adapter into the power connector on the bottom of the printer. See Figure 4.
3Plug the other end of the power cord into a power outlet.
4Plug the USB cable into the USB port on the bottom of the printer.
5Insert the power and USB cables through the cable channel and set the printer down.
6When the software is completely installed, connect the other end of the USB cable into an available USB port on your computer.
Mac OS If the printer is not in the printer list when the installation is complete, refer to the ReadMe file for instructions on how to add the printer.
Power adapter
Power cord
Figure 3
USB Power
Cable
channels
Figure 4
4. Loading Labels
The LabelWriter Twin Turbo printer holds two label rolls, so you can print two types of labels without having to change the label roll. For example, load address labels on one side and DYMO Stamps postage labels on the other side.
Important!
In order for the labels to feed properly during printing, pay attention to the following when loading labels on the spool and into the printer:
•The label spool guide must be pushed flush against the label roll, with no gap. See Figure 6.
•The labels must be loaded with the left edge of the label inserted against the left edge of the label feed slot. See Figure 8.
To load a label roll
1Press the
2Open the top cover and remove any packing material inside the label compartment.
3Remove the label spool on the left from inside the top cover and pull the spool guide from the spindle.
4Hold the spool spindle in your left hand and place the label roll on the
spindle so that the labels feed from underneath and the left edge of the label roll is firmly against the side of the spool. See Figure 5.
5Slide the spool guide onto the right side of the spool and press the guide tightly against the side of the label roll, leaving no gap between the roll and the spool. See Figure 6.
NOTE To ensure proper feeding of labels during printing, the label roll must fit snugly against both sides of the label spool, with no gaps.
6Insert the label spool into the left slot in the printer cover with the labels extending from underneath the roll. See Figure 7.
7Align the left edge of the label with the left edge of the label feed slot and insert the label into the slot. See Figure 8.
The printer automatically feeds the label, stopping at the beginning of the first label.
If the printer does not feed the labels, make sure the first label is fully inserted and then press the
If the first label on the roll is not a full label, press the
8Slide the label guide to the left until the label guide aligns with the right edge of the label. See Figure 8.
Make sure that the label guide does not pinch the label.
9Repeat steps
10 Carefully lower the top cover.
Figure 6
Figure 7
Slide label guid against labels
Figure 8
5. Printing your First Label
The first time you open the application, you are asked to register the software. Registering the software ensures that you will be informed of any software updates.
During the registration process, you will be asked to enter the serial number for your label printer. The serial number is located on the bottom of the printer.
To print your first label
1Start DYMO Label software by doing one of the following:
•For Windows, click Start, then Programs>DYMO>DYMO Label v.8.
•For Macintosh,
The first time you start DYMO Label software, a list of available label types is displayed on the left side of the window and an address label is displayed in the Edit area. (See Figure 9.)
2Click once in the address label in the Edit area and type some text.
3Optionally, choose a font and a justification setting from the Formatting toolbar.
4If necessary, click and then clickto choose the side of the printer that has address labels loaded.
5Click to print the label.
Figure 9 highlights some of the major features available in DYMO Label software.
Visually choose your label type and apply layouts.
Insert text, addresses, images, shapes, lines, barcodes, dates, and counters.
Store your favorite addresses in the Address Book or view your Outlook or Mac Address Book contacts; automatically insert addresses on your label.
Print postage using DYMO Stamps software.
Verify and correct addresses on your label.
Select left or right roll to print your labels.
Figure 9
For complete details on using the software, refer to the online Help. From the Help menu, you can view the following:
•DYMO Label v.8 Help
•DYMO Label v.8 User Guide
•LabelWriter Printer User Guide
Printing Postage with DYMO Stamps
You can now print postage right from your desktop using your LabelWriter Twin Turbo label printer. All you need is DYMO Stamps software, your LabelWriter printer, DYMO Stamps labels, and an Internet connection.
To install DYMO Stamps and print postage
1Sign up for your USPS account with Endicia. Go to: www.endicia.com/dymostamps
2At the end of the sign up process, download and install the DYMO Stamps software.
DYMO Stamps software is available for both Windows and Mac OS X.
NOTE You must have DYMO Label software and your LabelWriter printer installed before installing the DYMO Stamps software.
The first time you start the DYMO Stamps software, you are prompted to enter the postage account number assigned and the pass phrase you created during the
3Enter your account number and pass phrase, and then click OK.
4Click Buy Postage and purchase postage for your account.
5Select DYMO LabelWriter 450 Twin Turbo from the Printer list under Printer Selection.
6Select Right Roll or Left Roll from the Label Roll list, depending on where you have DYMO Stamps postage labels loaded.
7Click Test Print to print a voided postage label.
You are now ready to start printing actual postage whenever you need it. Refer to the DYMO Stamps online Help for more information about using
the software.
You can add postage, buy DYMO Stamps postage
labels, and order supplies directly from within the DYMO Stamps software.
Distributed by: DYMO, Atlanta, GA 30328
© 2010 Sanford, L.P.
LabelWriter® | 450 Twin Turbo |
Copyright
© 2010 Sanford, L.P. All rights reserved. Revised 12/10.
No part of this document or the software may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, or translated into another language without the prior written consent of Sanford, L.P.
Trademarks
DYMO, LabelWriter, and DYMO Label are registered marks in the United States and other countries. All other trademarks are the property of their respective holders.
Quick Start Guide
For complete information about your label printer, you can view the LabelWriter Printer User Guide from the DYMO Label v.8 Help menu or from the DYMO Web site at www.dymo.com.
Follow these steps to install the LabelWriter printer and print your first label.
1. Unpacking your LabelWriter Printer
NOTE Do not connect the printer into your computer until after the software installation is complete.
1Unpack your printer and save the packing materials.
2Make sure you have all the items shown in Figure 1. (Labels included in the package may vary.)
Roll of DYMO Stamps labels
Cleaning card
USB cable
LabelWriter printer
Figure 1
Roll of Address labels
Quick Start Guide
LabelWriter
Quick Start
Power adapter
Power cord
Become familiar with the printer’s major components. See Figure 2.
Top cover | |
USB | |
Label roll | connector |
Label guide | |
Label eject | |
Label spool | button |
and LED | |
Label release | |
Label feed path | |
and tear bar |
Figure 2
Serial number
DC power connector
Cable channels
LabelWriter Printer Features
Your LabelWriter printer is a direct thermal printer and does not use ink or toner. Instead, the printer uses heat from a thermal print head to print on specially treated labels. Labels are the only supplies you will ever need to buy.
The
The status light visually shows the current state of the printer:
•Solid blue - power is on and the printer is ready.
•Flashing blue - labels are not loaded properly or the label roll is empty.
•Dimmed blue - printer is in power saving mode.
2. Installing the Software
Do not connect the printer to your computer until after the software installation is complete.
Windows Depending on your system configuration, the software installation could take some time while the required Microsoft .NET™ software is installed.
To install the software on a Windows system
1Close all open Microsoft Office applications.
2Insert the DYMO LabelWriter CD into your
3Click Install and follow the instructions in the installer.
QuickBooks If you have QuickBooks 2007 or later, you will be prompted to install the DYMO Label
To install the software on a Mac OS system
Labelwriter 450 Twin Turbo Driver
1Insert the DYMO LabelWriter CD into the
2
3. Connecting your LabelWriter Printer
NOTE Do not connect the printer to your computer until after the software installation is complete.
To connect the power
1Plug the power cord into the power adapter. See Figure 3.
2Plug the power adapter into the power connector on the bottom of the printer. See Figure 4.
Dymo Labelwriter 450 Twin Turbo Software Download For Mac
3Plug the other end of the power cord into a power outlet.
4Plug the USB cable into the USB port on the bottom of the printer.
5Insert the power and USB cables through the cable channel and set the printer down.
6When the software is completely installed, connect the other end of the USB cable into an available USB port on your computer.
Mac OS If the printer is not in the printer list when the installation is complete, refer to the ReadMe file for instructions on how to add the printer.
Power adapter
Power cord
Figure 3
USB Power
Cable
channels
Figure 4
4. Loading Labels
The LabelWriter Twin Turbo printer holds two label rolls, so you can print two types of labels without having to change the label roll. For example, load address labels on one side and DYMO Stamps postage labels on the other side.
Important!
In order for the labels to feed properly during printing, pay attention to the following when loading labels on the spool and into the printer:
•The label spool guide must be pushed flush against the label roll, with no gap. See Figure 6.
•The labels must be loaded with the left edge of the label inserted against the left edge of the label feed slot. See Figure 8.
To load a label roll
1Press the
2Open the top cover and remove any packing material inside the label compartment.
3Remove the label spool on the left from inside the top cover and pull the spool guide from the spindle.
4Hold the spool spindle in your left hand and place the label roll on the
spindle so that the labels feed from underneath and the left edge of the label roll is firmly against the side of the spool. See Figure 5.
5Slide the spool guide onto the right side of the spool and press the guide tightly against the side of the label roll, leaving no gap between the roll and the spool. See Figure 6.
NOTE To ensure proper feeding of labels during printing, the label roll must fit snugly against both sides of the label spool, with no gaps.
6Insert the label spool into the left slot in the printer cover with the labels extending from underneath the roll. See Figure 7.
7Align the left edge of the label with the left edge of the label feed slot and insert the label into the slot. See Figure 8.
The printer automatically feeds the label, stopping at the beginning of the first label.
If the printer does not feed the labels, make sure the first label is fully inserted and then press the
If the first label on the roll is not a full label, press the
8Slide the label guide to the left until the label guide aligns with the right edge of the label. See Figure 8.
Make sure that the label guide does not pinch the label.
9Repeat steps
10 Carefully lower the top cover.
Figure 6
Figure 7
Slide label guid against labels
Figure 8
5. Printing your First Label
The first time you open the application, you are asked to register the software. Registering the software ensures that you will be informed of any software updates.
During the registration process, you will be asked to enter the serial number for your label printer. The serial number is located on the bottom of the printer.
To print your first label
1Start DYMO Label software by doing one of the following:
•For Windows, click Start, then Programs>DYMO>DYMO Label v.8.
•For Macintosh,
The first time you start DYMO Label software, a list of available label types is displayed on the left side of the window and an address label is displayed in the Edit area. (See Figure 9.)
2Click once in the address label in the Edit area and type some text.
3Optionally, choose a font and a justification setting from the Formatting toolbar.
4If necessary, click and then clickto choose the side of the printer that has address labels loaded.
5Click to print the label.
Figure 9 highlights some of the major features available in DYMO Label software.
Visually choose your label type and apply layouts.
Insert text, addresses, images, shapes, lines, barcodes, dates, and counters.
Store your favorite addresses in the Address Book or view your Outlook or Mac Address Book contacts; automatically insert addresses on your label.
Print postage using DYMO Stamps software.
Verify and correct addresses on your label.
Select left or right roll to print your labels.
Figure 9
For complete details on using the software, refer to the online Help. From the Help menu, you can view the following:
•DYMO Label v.8 Help
•DYMO Label v.8 User Guide
•LabelWriter Printer User Guide
Printing Postage with DYMO Stamps
You can now print postage right from your desktop using your LabelWriter Twin Turbo label printer. All you need is DYMO Stamps software, your LabelWriter printer, DYMO Stamps labels, and an Internet connection.
To install DYMO Stamps and print postage
1Sign up for your USPS account with Endicia. Go to: www.endicia.com/dymostamps
2At the end of the sign up process, download and install the DYMO Stamps software.
DYMO Stamps software is available for both Windows and Mac OS X.
NOTE You must have DYMO Label software and your LabelWriter printer installed before installing the DYMO Stamps software.
The first time you start the DYMO Stamps software, you are prompted to enter the postage account number assigned and the pass phrase you created during the
3Enter your account number and pass phrase, and then click OK.
4Click Buy Postage and purchase postage for your account.
5Select DYMO LabelWriter 450 Twin Turbo from the Printer list under Printer Selection.
6Select Right Roll or Left Roll from the Label Roll list, depending on where you have DYMO Stamps postage labels loaded.
7Click Test Print to print a voided postage label.
You are now ready to start printing actual postage whenever you need it. Refer to the DYMO Stamps online Help for more information about using
the software.
You can add postage, buy DYMO Stamps postage
labels, and order supplies directly from within the DYMO Stamps software.
Distributed by: DYMO, Atlanta, GA 30328
© 2010 Sanford, L.P.