Jadens Thermal Label Printer JD-468BT Introduction

A thermal label printer that is both compact and efficient, the Jadens Label Printer JD-468BT is suitable for both domestic and small business use. Featuring Bluetooth connectivity, this printer enables effortless wireless printing from smartphones and devices. A maximum print width of 4 inches is supported by the JD-468BT, which is compatible with a diverse array of label types, such as shipping, barcode, and address labels. It provides high-quality prints with a resolution of 203 dpi, ensuring quick and dependable performance. The Jadens Label Printer JD-468BT is an ideal solution for simplifying your labeling processes due to its user-friendly design and adaptable functionality.

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Specifications

Printer connection

Note

• Make sure the printer is turned OFF.

• Use the original power adapter only in case of damage or injury.

• Unplug it if you do not use it for a long time.

  

The suitable label size

• Jadens printer works with any direct thermal label and supports width range from 1.57'' to 4.1'' and length over 1.18''.

• Ideal for 4''*6''

  

How to feed label

Tips: Anytime you change your label, run the automatic label identification. Press and hold the feed button until you hear one beep.

The holder is sold separately in Jadens store

Description

The JD-468BT is a versatile label printer that is well-suited for a variety of applications, such as product labeling, inventory management, and shipping and packaging. The automatic trimming feature of the device simplifies the label printing process, while its high-resolution printing capabilities guarantee that labels are legible and visually appealing. The printer is suited for a variety of industries, such as manufacturing, retail, and healthcare, due to its compatibility with a broad spectrum of label materials. It is effortless to transport and store due to its compact and lightweight design, and its energy-efficient operation reduces electricity expenses for businesses.

Installation for Windows

Note: We recommend closing your security software before installation in case it prevents the installation, and you can open it again after installation.

• TRUE: Win 7 or later

• FALSE: Chrome book, Linux, Win ARM

Installation guide video in U-disk for better reference.

Step 1: Install The driver

• Connect the power and computer (Skip this step if you have finished it before.)

• Install driver and printer ) Copy the driver in the U disk (Label Printer Driver .exe) to the desktop of your PC, open and install it as below:
  (You can also download 'Driver for Windows (JD-468BT)' from https://www.jadens.com/pages/jd468bt/ The driver version may be updated, please check the latest information at support.jadens.com .

  

• Click ' Get USB Port' to get the USB port which your computer connect to the printer, and then click ' Setup'' . The printer will be successfully set up.

  

  

• If you get the tips ‘ Printer Disconnected’ that means your computer and printer are not connected. Please connect them via USB port or turn on power, then install again.

  

After setting up the printer, check on your computer whether the printer is installed or not. Go to 'Settings' > 'Device' > 'Printers & Scanners' > 'JD-468BT' > 'Manage' to print a test page and print labels successfully, that means you have set up the printer successfully.
Note: If you cannot print successfully, please restart your computer and printer, then install the driver again. Repeated installation will create duplicate copies of the printer in your operating system, such as 'JD-468BT (copy 1, 2...)' Only keep and use the latest one you install.

Step 2: Add the printer's Bluetooth
(Keep the printer and computer connected with a USB cable.) Click 'Settings' > 'Devices' > 'Bluetooth & other devices' > 'Add Bluetooth or other device'.

Step 3: Match the COM port

• Click ' Bluetooth & other device' > ' More Bluetooth options' > 'COM Ports' > Check OUTGOING port of the Bluetooth ' JD-468BT_ XXXX'' (XXXX are suffixes, which will vary depending on the different printer) and mark down the COM number (For example, here is COM3).

  

• Change printer's port to the COM that matches to the Bluetooth.
  Click'Printer & Scanners'> Find'Label Printer(4inch)'>'Manage'>'Printer properties'>'Ports' > Check in the Ports match to your Bluetooth Port(For example, here is COM3)>Click'OK'.

  

  If you can't find which COM port match with Bluetooth port, please restart your computer and printer, then install driver again.

  

• Now you can unplug the USB cable from computer, and then Open PDF file (recommend to use Adobe)>Choose printer named 'Label Printer(4inch)'>You may set up printer preference like darkness, speed, size, then click 'Print' (via Bluetooth).

Note: If you can't print seccessfully, please restart your computer and printer, install again.

Installation for Mac

• JADENS is only compatible with MAC OS V 10.9 or later.
• Installation guide video in U-disk for better reference.

Install The driver For MAC

• Connect power and computer

• Copy driver  'Label Printer-MacOS.pkg'to desk and install it.(You can also download 'Driver for Mac (JD-468BT)' from http://www.jadens.com/support/download/label-printer-drivers/Driver version may be updated, see latest info at support.jadens.com.

  

• Open 'System Preferences', and click on 'Security & Privacy'.(If you don't see the warning , you can skip this step)

  

• Click on 'Open AnyWay' button. (lf you don't see the warning, you can skip this step)

  

• Click on 'open' and continue to install the printer. Follow the installation steps until you see' The installation was successful' window.

  

• Open 'System Preferences'>>click'Printer and Scanners'.

  

• Click'+' to add a new printer.

  

• Click 'Thermal Label Printer', and choose 'successfully'in the drop down menu.

  

• Choose'Label Printer',click'OK'.

  

• Click 'Add', now the printer has been installed in your Mac book successfully.

  

  

NOTE

1. Now you can print directly, if you want to adjust the printing density, printing speed or other parameter, please refer to 'part 8 Printer preference setting'.
2. If you can't print seccessfully, please restart your computer and install driver again.

Smartphone APP Setup

Go to support.jadens.com, find and download smartphone App and user manual for Android and IOS by search latest app.

Important Tips: Print Iabel of multiple size using‘ Take a snap shot’

The function of 'Take a snap shot' can solve most print problem. It enables you to print the area you want . Now let us show you how to use it.

1. How to print your labels with nonstandard size. 
   If the printed PDF/file is unusual size such as A4 which can't be found the same size label to buy. In this situations, you have to use the function of 'take a snapshot' to print. Here are the steps to operate.
   • For windows
     1. Open the PDF in Adobe Reader

     2. From the top panel, select 'Edit'>'Take a Snapshot. choose the area you want to print.

        

     3. Click 'Print' , set up the page size same as the labels you load. Then print.
        Note: Please make sure the page size match to the loaded label size. Otherwise, it is possible that it prints out over label or misaligned.

        

   • For MAC

     1. Find the 'File' in the top left corner of you desktop > Click 'Open'> Click Desktop > Choose PDF file (or you can open the file with Adobe)

        

     2. From the top panel, select View > Rotate View> Clockwise so that the labels are side by side. (If the labels has laid vertically. please skip this step)

        

     3. Next, from the top panel, select Edit>Take a Snapshot. Then click and drag over one of the labels that you need, so that you can print a specific range of label.

        

2. If you want to print the label that include barcode, please make sure print out the barcode vertically in case the high temperature lead to the barcode print out blocks and can't be scanned.

   

Driver removement

For windows Before removing. please ensure the USB port has been removed on your computer. 

1. Settings'>> 'Device '>>'Printer & Scanners' >>'Label Printer'>>'Remove device'

   

2. Click'Print server properties'>>Findthe driver'Label printer(4inch)''>>'Remove driver and driver package'>>Click'Delete''

   

   

   

For Mac: Before removing, please ensure the USB port has been removed on your computer.

1. Lanuchpad'>>'System Preferences'>>'Printer& Scanners'

   

2. Find'Thermal Label Printer'>>Click'_'>> Click'Delete Printer

   

Setup Guide

The Jaden Thermal Label Printer JD-468BT is easy to configure:

1. Install the printer software on your device.
2. Connect the printer to a power source and activate it.
3. To establish a connection between the printer and your device, utilize Bluetooth.
4. Insert the label material into the printer.
5. Develop your label by employing the printer software.
6. Utilize the printer software to generate your label.

Safety tips

• The printer head can become very hot after printing labels.Do not touch the printer head until it has cooled.
• Do not bend the power cord excessively or place objects on the cord. This could result in fire.
• Keep the printer out of reach of children.
• Use only approved accessories and do not try to disassemble or repair the unit by yourself.
• Keep the printer away from water and other objects that may destroy or damage the device.
• Printer should remain unplugged when not in use for long periods of time.

Maintenance

CLEANING THE PRINT HEAD

The printer head is a sensitive part of the printer and can be found on the upper part of the printer when open.
Caution: While the printer is running, the printer head can be very hot.

1. Ensure that the power switch is OFF, remove the power cord,and open the cover . wait several moments to ensure that the printerhead cools down.
2. Completely clean the printer head using an alcohol swab. Any 70% lsopropyl Alcohol pad would work. Please do not use water.
3. Wait 2-3 minutes until the alcohol has completely dried, then close the cover.
4. Connect the power cord and print a test page to check if it is clean.

Jadens Thermal Label Printer JD-468BT Troubleshooting

Common issues with the JD-468BT include:

• Connectivity problems: Ensure that the printer is within range of your device and that Bluetooth is enabled on both devices.
• Label jams: Check that the label material is loaded correctly and that there are no wrinkles or debris in the label path.
• Poor print quality: Check that the label material is compatible with the printer and that the print settings are correct.
• Printer not responding: Try restarting the printer and your device, and ensure that the printer is properly connected to a power source.

Pros & Cons 

Pros

• Bluetooth connectivity
• High-resolution printing
• Automatic label cutting
• Wide range of compatible label materials
• Compact and lightweight design
• Energy-efficient operation

Cons

• Higher price point compared to some competitors
• Limited wireless printing range compared to some competitors