Barcode printer configuration

• Install your label printer’s drivers.

               - E.g.: DYMO 450 TURBO (70 labels/minute)

Local configuration

• Go to the “Configuration” / “Local Configuration” menu.
• Select the option “Box labels”.
• In the printer’s scroll-down menu, choose: DYMO LABELWRITER 450,
• Save with the diskette icon at the bottom right (not the one in the grid).

 

How to print the item’s barcode label

• Go to the item (inventory) list window.
• Right click on the barcode label icon (located at the bottom of the window).
• Specify the number of labels and your label will print out.

What information is included on the label?

• Barcode.
• Product code.
• Description.
• Price (it is the law to include this on the label).
• Your logo.

What label format should be used?

• The printer must have 1.25” x 3.5” label rolls
• The 3.5” is essential.
• The 1.25” to 1.5” can vary in width.

Tip:

• You can use the vehicle’s serial number as the product code and print out a label with the serial number in barcode format to replace a damaged or hard-to-read VIN label.
• If you do not want to use a special printer, you can print your labels using AVERY paper. see FAQ
• How to find a barcode reader that is compatible with GEM-CAR. see FAQ