MakeID L1-A Label Maker User Guide

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MakeID L1-A Label Maker

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INSTRUCTION

INSTALL THE LABELS & POWER ON THE PRINTER

  1. When using a new roll of the label, pull out the transparent label lead all the way to the paper exit.
  2. Long press the power On/Off button to turn On/off the printer. button to turn off the print.

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The red light will be on if the label is not installed or if it is installed incorrectly.

CONNECT TO APP

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  1. Open the APP and connect to the printer (remember to grant Bluetooth permission.)
  2. Click on the right top of the APP to search tor the device, and then click to connect.

It will not work if connect to Bluetooth in settings.

The Bluetooth permission is only used to connect to the device, please feel tree to use.

APP DOWNLOAD

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  1. Scan the QR code below to download the APP directly.
  2. You may go to Android/Apple APP Store to search tor “MakelD-Lite” and to download the APP.

Can only be used with “MakelD-Life” APP, cannot be used with computer.

Today is the right time to start a label printer journey.

Documents / Resources

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User Guide · L1-A Label Maker, L1-A, Label Maker, Maker

References

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  1. Hi I just bought a MakeiD L1 printer and I can’t associate it with the App, the phone recognizes it, my phone is a Xanomi MI 10 T Pro, I followed the instructions but there’s no way to get it started. You can help me? It’s probably a configuration problem that I don’t know about. my email is: sisprone77@gmail.com
    Salve ho appena comprato una stampante MakeiD L1 e non riesco ad associarla con l’App, il telefono la riconosce, il mio telefono è un Xanomi MI 10 T Pro, ho seguito le istruzioni ma non c’è verso di farla partire. Mi potete aiutare? Probabilmente è un problema di configurazione che non conosco. la mia mail è : sisprone77@gmail.com

    Antonio Cogoni asks <em>Hi I just bought a MakeiD L1 printer and I can't associate it with the App, the phone recognizes it, my phone is a Xanomi MI 10 T Pro, I followed the instructions but there's no way to get it started. You can help me? It's probably a configuration problem that I don't know about. my email is: sisprone77@gmail.com
    Salve ho appena comprato una stampante MakeiD L1 e non riesco ad associarla con l'App, il telefono la riconosce, il mio telefono è un Xanomi MI 10 T Pro, ho seguito le istruzioni ma non c'è verso di farla partire. Mi potete aiutare? Probabilmente è un problema di configurazione che non conosco. la mia mail è : sisprone77@gmail.com
    Manuals+ clarified question
    Question

    How do I connect my MakeID L1-A label maker to the app on a Xiaomi MI 10 T Pro?

    Answer

    To successfully connect your MakeID L1-A to your phone, please follow these specific steps from the user guide:

    • Do not pair via phone settings: The manual explicitly states that the printer will not work if you try to connect it directly through your phone's Bluetooth settings. If you have already paired it there, please "Unpair" or "Forget" the device first.
    • Grant Permissions: Ensure that the "MakeID-Life" app has been granted Bluetooth and Location permissions in your Xiaomi's app settings. Android requires location services to be enabled for Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) devices to connect.
    • Connect via the App:
      1. Open the MakeID-Life app.
      2. Click on the top right corner of the app to search for the device.
      3. Select your printer from the list within the app to establish the connection.
    • Check the Indicator Light: Ensure the printer is powered on (long press the power button). If the light is red, the label roll may be installed incorrectly, which can interfere with operation.

    If the app still does not see the printer, try restarting both your phone's Bluetooth and the printer itself.

  2. My MakeID L1 gives the error message “Connection failed”.
    I have a Xiaomi Redmi Pad Pro tablet – 6GB+128GB with Android 15.
    What could be the cause?
    Thanks Bernd

    Kunstmann asks My MakeID L1 gives the error message “Connection failed”.
    I have a Xiaomi Redmi Pad Pro tablet - 6GB+128GB with Android 15.
    What could be the cause?
    Thanks Bernd
    Manuals+ clarified question
    Question

    Why am I receiving a 'Connection failed' error on my MakeID L1-A label maker when using a Xiaomi Redmi Pad Pro?

    Answer

    The 'Connection failed' error on the MakeID L1-A is often related to how the device is paired or app permissions. Please try the following troubleshooting steps based on the user guide:

    • Do Not Pair via System Settings: Ensure you are not trying to connect the printer through your tablet's Bluetooth settings menu. The manual specifically states it will not work if connected to Bluetooth in settings.
    • Connect via the App: Open the MakeID-Life app, click on the top right of the app to search for the device, and connect from within the app interface.
    • Grant Permissions: Ensure that the MakeID-Life app has been granted all requested permissions, specifically Bluetooth and Location services. On Android 15, these are required for the app to discover nearby Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) devices.
    • Check Power: Ensure the printer is powered on and the indicator light is not showing a red error state (which could indicate a label installation issue).

    If the issue persists, try restarting both your tablet and the label maker to refresh the Bluetooth stack.

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