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Brother ColAura VC-500W Color Photo & Label Printer, Compact & Versatile, Wi-Fi Enabled, Free Design Software & App with Templates, Prints in Full Color, Without Ink Using Zink Zero Ink Technology

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Style: New Model: VC500W


Pattern Name: Printer


Features

  • Versatile printing for unlimited uses; Create and print labels, photos, stickers and more to decorate, personalize and customize gifts; from photo projects and party favors to a variety of organization tasks, business projects, home decor, and more
  • Easy to connect and use; Wi-Fi/Wireless direct lets you connect to print wirelessly from virtually anywhere or share on a network directly from your smartphone or tablet; Create and print from your mobile phone when connected to a wireless network
  • Free Color Label Editor 2 App lets you get creative; Includes thousands of elements, including frames, fonts, art, backgrounds, and ready-made designs plus print from Air-Print enabled apps to unleash your creativity, Also works with P-touch Editor Software for desktop users
  • Replacement CZ and CK Rolls for the VC-500; The VC-500W uses Brother CZ and CK replacement rolls CZ-1001, CZ-1002, CZ-1003, CZ-1004, CZ-1005, CK-1000
  • 5Ghz wireless band must be configured with a different name than the 2.5Ghz wireless band as 5Gz is not supported and if both 2.5Ghz and 5Ghz wireless bands have the same name this will result in Wi-Fi connectivity dropping
  • Disclaimers: 1Compatibility may vary by device and operating system. Requires connection to a wireless network. All referenced trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective companies

Description

ColAura, the versatile, compact c0olor photo and label printer, is perfect for photo enthusiasts, crafty crafters, creative makers, and small businesses. ColAura is Wi-Fi enabled so you can print directly from your iOS® and Android™ smart phones and tablets, just about any time, anywhere, when connected to a wireless network. Tackle office and organizational tasks, business projects, address labels and more. The FREE Color Label Editor 2 App1 includes thousands of fun elements, such as frames, fonts, symbols, backgrounds, and ready-made designs for your mobile device. Use the FREE P-touch Editor software1 to print a wide variety of professional-looking labels from your Windows or Mac® computer to easily tackle a myriad of office and organizational tasks, business projects, address labels and more. Use ColAura and stand out from the crowd with custom labels, logos, and stickers that will make your products pop. With ColAura, you can print photographs in full color, up to 17-inches. ColAura uses ZINK® Zero Ink® Technology that prints amazing full color labels, photos, and stickers using ZINK Paper®. No need for ink cartridges, ribbons, or toners. The colors required for printing are embedded in the ZINK Paper® which is water, tear, and smudge resistant. Plus, a secure adhesive backing adheres to most surfaces. ColAura is the ideal color photo and label printer for holiday gatherings, celebratory parties, and personalized crafting. Add colorful decorations to gifts for that next birthday party. Add a splash of personalization and decorate a dorm room with a photo wall of fun and beautiful memories made with friends. With ColAura, the possibilities are endless. When you are ready to dream it, create it, and then print it, outfit your ColAura with Genuine Brother CZ and CK rolls. Brother Genuine CZ and CK rolls are available in five widths: Paper rolls available in 3/8 inch, ½ inch, ¾ inch, 1-inch and ~ 2-inch (50mm) widths. The built-in automatic cutter is simple to use - choose half or full cuts for just the right length. ColAura comes with everything you need to get started including a 1-inch roll of ZINK® Zero Ink® Technology paper, a cleaning roll, and power adapter so you can get started right out of the box. Disclaimers: 1Compatibility may vary by device and operating system. Requires connection to a wireless network. All referenced trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective companies. AirPrint and Mac is a registered trademark of Apple Inc. IOS is a trademark or registered trademark of Cisco in the U.S. and other countries and is used under license. Android is a trademark of Google LLC. ZINK, Zero Ink, ZINK Paper and ZINK technology are trademarks owned by Zink Holdings, LLC.

Brand: Brother


Connectivity Technology: Wi-Fi


Printing Technology: Inkjet


Special Feature: Auto Power On


Color: White


Model Name: VC500W


Printer Output: Color


Maximum Print Speed (Color): 1


Item Weight: 1.45 Pounds


Product Dimensions: 4.4"D x 4.6"W x 3.8"H


Controller Type: iOS


Printer Media Size Maximum: 3 x 5 inch


Power Consumption: 500 Watts


Included Components: USB (Micro) Cable, Starter Rolls CZ-1004 – 1” (25mm) x 16.4’ (5m) CK-1000 Cleaning roll - ~2”(1.97”) (50mm) x 6.5’ (2m)16.4ft (5m), Cleaning Cassette CK-1000 6.5ft (2m)


Print media: Labels


Scanner Type: Photo


Max Input Sheet Capacity: 650


Display Type: LCD


Compatible Devices: Supports Apple AirPrint wireless printing technology plus Windows and Mac compatible – print directly from iPhone, iPad and iPod touch. Mac OS X 10.11.x, Mac OS X 10.12.x, Mac OS X 10.13.x, Windows 7, Windows 8/8.1, Windows 10


Sheet Size: 17 inch


Dual-sided printing: No


Wattage: 500 watts


Hardware Interface: USB


Resolution: 313


Control Method: App


Processor Count: 1


Total USB Ports: 1


Specific Uses For Product: Office, Home


UPC: 012502649342


Global Trade Identification Number: 42


Memory Storage Capacity: 64 MB


Product Dimensions: 4.4 x 4.6 x 3.8 inches


Item Weight: 1.45 pounds


Item model number: VC500W


Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: No


Date First Available: January 24, 2019


Manufacturer: Brother Printer


Country of Origin: China


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    • It's the very compact lovechild of Brother Labelers & ZINK Color Photo Printers ...And We Love It !
Style: New Model: VC500W Pattern Name: Printer
When we first heard about this--and saw the footprint, I felt like I was missing something, as between the comparatively small size (somewhere between the size of Big Mac & Double Big Mac) and lack of complicated control panel, this isn’t what comes to mind when you think “full color, photo quality printer”. Now that we’ve spent the better part of today putting this through its paces, it’s all clear--and very cool. First, this is one of those ZINK photo printers so it prints photo quality without toner or ink. Unlike other color printers, with Zink all the “color” is in the paper--not sure what that means or how it works, but I don't know how a 747 stays up in the air either and that doesn't stop me from getting on a plane. Anyway, in terms of easy both using it and getting it to work & play well with wifi etc, this reminded me a lot my Brother PC labeler, except; This prints full color, photo quality labels from my phone as well --which is great for on site tweaks as it means I don't have to boot up my laptop This prints those photo labels up to just about a foot and a half long (and depending which tape you use up to 2” wide)--which comes in handy as we create experiential POS for retail and trade show exhibits--and as of 3 months ago, the on-premise ‘presence’ for certain liquor brands--all “highly rectangular” stuff (shelf talkers, table tents, booth signage) that needs lots of rounds of testing & (on location) fine tuning-- that always needs to look like the final finished printed piece. Until now we’ve been spending a small fortune on getting this done -- and that’s without the rush charges--This not only fits in my laptop messenger bag It even prints those ZINK labels pre-scored so peeling off the adhesive back is easy and doesn't take its toll on your nails, teeth...or the label. The PC interface also has pretty much the same options as our existing P-touch so multiple prints and all those other handy features are there. If you’re looking to print 8x10 or 5x7 or 3x5 prints--- stick with your whatever, though if you’re like us, and need a photo quality (aka “professional” quality) full color printer, between the VC500W’s Zink-based, print quality, the compact size, and the same hassle-free easiness as our P-touch labeler, this is our new MVP Most Valuable Printer. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on February 11, 2019 by S. Abissel
    • This thing is great
Style: New Model: VC500W Pattern Name: Printer
I watched a review on youtube before buying it and the video showed a pixelated text and not great image quality. Not sure what they were doing but the one I have prints HQ text with great image quality. It is not professional portrait image quality but it is pretty great for mysterious magic paper. Recommended for the price. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on October 21, 2024 by Chris Z
    • TERRIBLE PRITNER AND BROTHER HAS TERRIBLE CUSTOMER SERVICE
Style: New Model: VC500W Pattern Name: Printer
I would not recommend this printer or this company to anyone. I ordered this label printer for work to print high-end, custom labels. But they print nowhere near as vibrant as advertised. Color wasn't as big as a deal to us as we simply needed a black background with our white logo layered overtop of that. However, the white logo and border keeps printing NEON BLUE NOT WHITE. I've tried printing with different label cassettes at different sizes, cleaning with the cleaning paper, messing with the Visibility and the Blue color scale. Nothing works. Better yet, I've been on and off the phone with the customer service since Thursday of last week, waiting over an 1 hour+ to speak with someone for them to go through all the same steps as the last person went over with me.. all for them to put me on another 1+ hold. When I hang up to "save my place in line" nobody calls back. Yesterday, I sat on hold for 1.5 hours, then went through all the same steps again with a guy for him to tell me he was going to have his supervisor call me because HE"S NOT SURE WHATS WRONG. AND THE "SUPERVISOR" NEVER CALLED BACK!!!! INSANE! I am now writing this review as I am on another hold. To probably get transferred or put on hold again. Oh, they also tell you to chat online with someone bc of high call volume, this person (or probably chat bot) literally just sends articles from their website rather than help. Truly a joke of a company. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 9, 2023 by Ben D
    • Makes stickers in an excellent way
Style: New Model: VC500W Pattern Name: Printer
Excellent product. Makes stickers in an excellent way. convenient to use The printer itself is beautiful. I really enjoy the product. (:
Reviewed in the United States on September 29, 2024 by Alon Fertig
    • Lacking a lot of capability
Style: New Model: VC500W Pattern Name: Printer
Labels are super expensive, and the printer will occasionally waste 2"+ of label for no reason at all. At one point I moved the printer so I had to unplug power, so when I plugged it back in, bam... 2" wasted. It was a 2" wide label, so how much does that 2" cost? About $0.37. That's without mentioning the 2"+ that it wastes when you first install the cartridge. Wireless printing works ONLY from your phone. Even though the printer connects to your local wifi network, windows can't detect it as a printer, nor can Brother's p-touch label software. It requires connection via USB. Label quality is just ok. I love the fact that I can print labels that are extremely configurable and will look the way I want because of WYSIWYG, but I tried to print a label with a company logo that is green. I tried several different shades of green and it never came out green. It was either a yellowish gray, or a very dark gray. I can't make it look green. Photos actually look really good on this printer. It's very surprising how good they look for inkless technology, so I have to give them that. I printed out their template that's for putting on a company ID badge, and it looks pretty darn good. The green of the company logo looks a bit better when printed large, but still not exactly the vivid green I was expecting. Text quality is really good though, and that's a large part of the reason I bought this printer. I was tired of my standalone brother label maker. Something that makes me extremely mad... I installed the windows software to see if I could use it with the printer wirelessly. Without the installer asking it just suddenly rebooted my computer. I lost hours worth of work because it did a forceful restart. So mad at Brother for doing this. I'm not entirely sure I will keep this printer, but it's a nice little package for what it does. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on February 16, 2022 by Ricky T

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