A Comprehensive Setup Guide for Brother 820 Printers

Are you looking to streamline your check-in process with the Brother QL820NWB printer? This video above details the setup process, making it a breeze for anyone using Planning Center Check-Ins. Whether for your Kids check-in or an event, this guide will help you connect your Brother Printer quickly. Here’s what we are going to cover:

Setting Up Your Brother QL820NWB:

1. Unpacking and Powering Up: Begin by unboxing the Brother QL820NWB. Once powered on, set the language, date, and time.

2. Wi-Fi Over Bluetooth: We emphasize using Wi-Fi for its reliability compared to Bluetooth, especially in areas with many devices. But sometimes, Bluetooth can be your best option. Trial and testing will reveal which is best for your environment.

3. Configuring Wi-Fi Settings: Navigate through the printer's WLAN settings to connect it to your Wi-Fi network. Select your network, enter the password, and confirm the connection.

Optimizing Your Check-In Station:

1. Separate Network SSID: To reduce connectivity issues, use a separate network or “SSID” dedicated to your printers and stations. Ideally, you will want an entirely separate network (VLANs are ideal) for your printers and stations.

2. Downloading Check-Ins App: Install the Planning Center Check-Ins app on your iOS or Android device.

3. Creating a Station: Use the app to scan a QR code or enter a manual code, creating a new check-in station on the Planning Center website.

Pairing Printer with Check-In Station:

1. Selecting the Printer: In the app, choose your Brother printer, ensuring it's correctly paired with your check-in station.

2. Label Selection and Test: Pick the appropriate label size and print a test label to verify the setup.

Final Touches:

1. Adjusting Printer Settings: Explore additional settings like label cutting preferences.

2. Testing the Complete Setup: Perform a final test by printing a label from the check-in station.

Conclusion:

Our tutorial demystifies the setup process of Brother QL820NWB with Planning Center Check-Ins. By following these steps, you can ensure a hassle-free and efficient check-in experience when you are printing labels for your events or gatherings.

Here's a quick link to the Brother 820-NWB printers, Labels and iPads we recommend for a standard Check-ins station set up:

• Apple iPad

• Brother 820NWB and 820NWBc with Wireless Networking or Bluetooth

• Labels for the Brother 820 Printer: DK-2205 (2.4 in x 100 ft)