Getting started with your

SMS-R1

SMS-430 & SMS TAG-ID2

Here are the steps for installing the printer driver via USB.
Would you like to set up the printer for use via a LAN connection afterwards? Then watch the relevant instruction video (Step 6 | Instructional videos).

1


Download
the SMS-R1 printer driver.
Unpack this (.ZIP) file and then run the Setup.exe installer. (Error while downloading? Right-click and select “Save as”)

2

If you receive a notification from Windows Defender SmartScreen?
Then click More info and select Run anyway

3

Go through the installation wizard where you select the desired

Language

and

Length unit

desired

4

Select the option Recommended for USB-installationand clickNext

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Turn the printer ON and connect the USB cable to the computer. The printer will be installed automatically, then the printer driver installation is successful!


(Experiencing difficulties? Contact support@rebo.nl or call +31 (0)35 – 2400 137)


Here are the steps for installing the printer driver via USB.
Would you like to set up the printer for use via a LAN connection afterwards? Then watch the relevant instruction video (Step 6 | Instructional videos).

1


Download
the SMS-R1 printer driver.
Unpack this (.ZIP) file and then run the Setup.exe installer. (Error while downloading? Right-click and select “Save as”)

2

If you receive a notification from Windows Defender SmartScreen?
Then click More info and select Run anyway

3

Go through the installation wizard where you select the desired

Language

and

Length unit

desired

4

Select the option Recommended for USB-installationand clickNext

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Turn the printer ON and connect the USB cable to the computer. The printer will be installed automatically, then the printer driver installation is successful!


(Experiencing difficulties? Contact support@rebo.nl or call +31 (0)35 – 2400 137)


Install the NiceLabel software so that you can design and print labels.
Tip: Have your NiceLabel licence code ready.

1

Download your software version below and start the installation file.
NiceLabel 10
NiceLabel 2019
(Error when downloading? Right-click and select “Save as”)

2

Go through the installation and select the option:
Software licence or Hardware licence and click Next

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3

Enter your license code and click Next
You will receive the licence code by email and it will also be stated on the delivery note and invoice.

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4

Decide which software modules you want to install and click on Next
(Do you have a PowerForms Suite licence and concerns installation on a workstation on which Automation will not run: then turn the Automation module off)

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5

Decide where you want to install NiceLabel and select Next.

6

The software will now be installed. Once the installation is complete, launch the NiceLabel Designer application using the shortcut on your desktop.

7

You will now see the activation wizard:
Under Activate licence, click on Activate
Under Licence Key, click Activate
Fill in your details and click on Activate

Are you activating a multi-user licence? Click here for important information.

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NiceLabel is now ready to use.
(Didn’t work? Contact support@rebo.nl or call +31 (0)35 – 2400 137)

Install the NiceLabel software so that you can design and print labels.
Tip: Have your NiceLabel licence code ready.

1

Download your software version below and start the installation file.
NiceLabel 10
NiceLabel 2019
(Error when downloading? Right-click and select “Save as”)

2

Go through the installation and select the option:
Software licence or Hardware licence and click Next

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3

Enter your license code and click Next
You will receive the licence code by email and it will also be stated on the delivery note and invoice.

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4

Decide which software modules you want to install and click on Next
(Do you have a PowerForms Suite licence and concerns installation on a workstation on which Automation will not run: then turn the Automation module off)

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5

Decide where you want to install NiceLabel and select Next.

6

The software will now be installed. Once the installation is complete, launch the NiceLabel Designer application using the shortcut on your desktop.

7

You will now see the activation wizard:
Under Activate licence, click on Activate
Under Licence Key, click Activate
Fill in your details and click on Activate

Are you activating a multi-user licence? Click here for important information.

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NiceLabel is now ready to use.
(Didn’t work? Contact support@rebo.nl or call +31 (0)35 – 2400 137)

The utilities below are required or recommended when using NiceLabel label software to make it even easier for you to design and print your labels.

1

SVG Explorer
Windows Explorer plug-in for previewing SVG images.

2


Graphic Symbols Library V4

Exclusive to our customers: thousands of industrial & technical symbols, official seals and logos in high quality.

Do you not see an example of these symbols? In your Windows Explorer, click the
Right click
>
View
>
Normal icons
or
Large icons

Old clipart (WMF)
Looking for old symbols that were in our previous version(s) of clipart? You can download them below. Note: These do not meet the latest ISO standards.

Do you not see an example of these symbols? Download and install
this free tool
. After this, in your Windows Explorer, click the
Right click
>
View
>
Normal icons
or
Large icons

3

Microsoft Database Engine
Required to associate NiceLabel with a Microsoft Excel or Access file.

You now have all the utilities installed.
(Failed? Contact support@rebo.nl or call 035 – 6016941)

The utilities below are required or recommended when using NiceLabel label software to make it even easier for you to design and print your labels.

1

SVG Explorer
Windows Explorer plug-in for previewing SVG images.

2


Graphic Symbols Library V4

Exclusive to our customers: thousands of industrial & technical symbols, official seals and logos in high quality.

Do you not see an example of these symbols? In your Windows Explorer, click the
Right click
>
View
>
Normal icons
or
Large icons

Old clipart (WMF)
Looking for old symbols that were in our previous version(s) of clipart? You can download them below. Note: These do not meet the latest ISO standards.

Do you not see an example of these symbols? Download and install
this free tool
. After this, in your Windows Explorer, click the
Right click
>
View
>
Normal icons
or
Large icons

3

Microsoft Database Engine
Required to associate NiceLabel with a Microsoft Excel or Access file.

You now have all the utilities installed.
(Failed? Contact support@rebo.nl or call 035 – 6016941)

In this video, we show how to correctly place a roll of tape and print ribbon cassette.

In this video, we show how to correctly place a roll of tape and print ribbon cassette.

Watch instructional video
In this instruction video we show you how to place your tape roll and print ribbon cassette.
(Do you still have questions after viewing? Please contact our support department)

SMS-R1 - Loading the supplies

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Watch instructional video
In this instruction video we show you how to place your tape roll and print ribbon cassette.
(Do you still have questions after viewing? Please contact our support department)

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Print ribbon cassettes
The cassettes can only be inserted correctly in one way. Note that the white stickers are on the top of the cassette and the arrows point towards the printer.

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Inserting a print ribbon cassette
The cassettes can only be inserted correctly in one way. Note that the white stickers are on the top of the cassette and the arrows point towards the printer.

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In this video, we show how to correctly place a roll of tape and print ribbon cassette.

In this video, we show how to correctly place a roll of tape and print ribbon cassette.

Watch instructional video
In this instruction video we show you how to place your tape roll and print ribbon cassette.
(Do you still have questions after viewing? Please contact our support department)

SMS-R1 - Loading the supplies

(Click to enlarge)

Watch instructional video
In this instruction video we show you how to place your tape roll and print ribbon cassette.
(Do you still have questions after viewing? Please contact our support department)

(Click to enlarge)

Print ribbon cassettes
The cassettes can only be inserted correctly in one way. Note that the white stickers are on the top of the cassette and the arrows point towards the printer.

(Click to enlarge this image)

Inserting a print ribbon cassette
The cassettes can only be inserted correctly in one way. Note that the white stickers are on the top of the cassette and the arrows point towards the printer.

(Click to enlarge this image)

NiceLabel settings
Perform the following steps:

1

Open NiceLabel Designer and goto File>Options

2

Click on tab Designer

3

At Opening modus selection option Display each document in its own window.

At Source printer settings selectoption Printer settings saved in the label .

4

ClickOK to save the changes

NiceLabel settings
Perform the following steps:

1

Open NiceLabel Designer and goto File>Options

2

Click on tab Designer

3

At Opening modus selection option Display each document in its own window.

At Source printer settings selectoption Printer settings saved in the label .

4

ClickOK to save the changes

Watch the instructional videos to familiarise yourself with your printer and software.
Do you have questions that are not answered here? Please contact our support department.

SETUP & INSTALLATION

Loading supplies
SMS-R1 video | Loading the supplies
This video shows you how to insert tapes and ribbon cassettes.
USB driver Installation
SMS-R1 video | installing printer driver for USB
Here you can see how to install the printer driver for USB.
Network driver installation
SMS-R1 video | installing printer driver for Network
See how to install the printer and driver for LAN (network).

HOW TO USE

How to use the touchscreen
SMS-R1 video | How the touch screen works
An explanation of the buttons and functions of the touchscreen.
How to use the print manager
SMS-R1 video | How the (print) manager works
Discover the efficiency and simplicity of the unique SMS-R1 print manager.
Laminating function
SMS-R1 video | Laminating function
Built-in functionality to make your labels easier to laminate.
Designing & printing labels
SMS-R1 video | Designing & Printing labels
This explains how to design and print labels.
Demonstration video
SMS-R1 video | Demonstration video
A step-by-step demonstration of your SMS-R1 label printer.

MAINTENANCE & SERVICE

Cleaning the print head
SMS-R1 video | Cleaning the print head
A clean print head ensures better print results.
Replacing the plotting knife
SMS-R1 video | Updating the firmware
How to replace the plotting knife if it is blunt or broken.
Updating the firmware
SMS-R1 video | Updating the firmware
Update the SMS-R1 firmware version via the print manager.
NiceLabel basics
Learn the basics about objects, tools, alignment and variable data integration.
Excel database connections
See how to establish an Excel database connection with variable data.

Do you want to use ready-made templates that you can easily edit and print?
Download one of the labels below by clicking on an image.

(Can’t download this file? Right click on an image and select Save As)

2-SYMBOL SIGNS
(landscape mode)

3-SYMBOL LABELS
(landscape mode)

WARNING LABELS
(landscape mode)

PROHIBITION LABELS
(landscape mode)

MANDATORY LABELS
(landscape mode)

FIRE FIGHTING LABELS
(landscape mode)

EMERGENCY LABELS
(landscape mode)

WARNING LABELS
(portrait mode)

PROHIBITION LABELS
(portrait mode)

MANDATORY LABELS
(portrait mode)

GHS/CLP SYMBOLS
(cut-out symbols)

FIRE SAFETY SYMBOLS
(cut-out symbols)

WARNING SYMBOLS
(cut-out symbols)

PROHIBITION SYMBOLS
(cut-out symbols)

MANDATORY SYMBOLS
(cut-out symbols)

EMERGENCY SYMBOLS
(cut-out symbols)

WARNING/DANGER LABELS
(1 symbol)

WARNING/DANGER LABELS
(2 symbols)

KEEP 1.5M DISTANCE (v1)
(5 and 10cm wide strips)

KEEP 1.5M DISTANCE (v2)
(5 and 10cm wide strips)

KEEP 1.5M DISTANCE (v3)
(5 and 10cm wide strips)

VARIOUS CORONA RULES
(5 and 10cm wide strips)

PLEASE WAIT HERE
(5 and 10cm wide strips)

CORONA HYGIENE RULES
(Set in various formats)

CORONA HYGIENE RULES
(Individual labels in various formats)

CORONA HYGIENE RULES
(Symbols in various sizes)

PLEASE DO NOT SIT HERE
(Symbols in various sizes)

PLEASE KEEP YOUR DISTANCE
(Symbols in various sizes)

FACE MASK MANDATORY
(Symbols in various sizes)

FACE MASK MANDATORY
(Labels in various sizes)

Feel free to use extra downloadslike the user manualand various handy tools.

SMS-R1 manual

Download this complete manual for your SMS-R1, explaining functionality, media and (error) messages.

InkScape design software

This free vector design software makes it easy to create high-quality vector illustrations and unique cutting shapes.

NiceLabel Label Converter

Are you using NiceLabel v5 or v6 files? With this tool, you can easily convert .LBL files for NiceLabel 2019.

Rebo B.V. Warranty document

Here you can download the comprehensive document with information about the warranty on our systems.