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.... These limits are designed to this P-touch! This equipment generates, uses, and can print legible, long-lasting labels in no guarantee that the product Product Name Model Number : Brother Label Printer P-touch : PT-1400 complies with the instructions, may not cause...two conditions: (1) this device may cause harmful interference to design practical custom labels for any interference received,including interference that may cause undesired operation. could void the user's authority to Part 15 of Conformity (For USA Only) Responsible Party : Brother International...
.... These limits are designed to this P-touch! This equipment generates, uses, and can print legible, long-lasting labels in no guarantee that the product Product Name Model Number : Brother Label Printer P-touch : PT-1400 complies with the instructions, may not cause...two conditions: (1) this device may cause harmful interference to design practical custom labels for any interference received,including interference that may cause undesired operation. could void the user's authority to Part 15 of Conformity (For USA Only) Responsible Party : Brother International...
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... & Panel Modes 12 3. CONTENTS Brother® 90 Days/One Year Limited Warranty and Replacement Service (For USA Only iii Important Information v 1. Basic Functions 14 Performing Basic Operations 14 Choosing functions, parameters, settings and groups 14 Choosing the default setting 14 Confirming a choice 14 Cancelling a choice 14 Inputting Label Data 15 Entering and... & Tape Cassettes 4 Installing batteries and a tape cassette 4 Cleaning 7 Cleaning the print head, rollers and tape cutter 7 Optional AC Adapter 8 Connecting the AC adapter 8 Turning the P-touch On/Off 8 2.
... & Panel Modes 12 3. CONTENTS Brother® 90 Days/One Year Limited Warranty and Replacement Service (For USA Only iii Important Information v 1. Basic Functions 14 Performing Basic Operations 14 Choosing functions, parameters, settings and groups 14 Choosing the default setting 14 Confirming a choice 14 Cancelling a choice 14 Inputting Label Data 15 Entering and... & Tape Cassettes 4 Installing batteries and a tape cassette 4 Cleaning 7 Cleaning the print head, rollers and tape cutter 7 Optional AC Adapter 8 Connecting the AC adapter 8 Turning the P-touch On/Off 8 2.
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... 37 Selecting how tape is fed and cut 37 Adjusting the display contrast 37 Setting the Auto Reduction function 38 Calibrating the label length 38 Specifying if the PERSONAL symbol category is continually updated ......39 Changing the units of measure 39 Changing the language 39... 45 Hardware ...45 Software ...45 Accessories (For USA Only 46 Index 49 Contact Information (For USA Only 52 ii Formatting the Label 23 Specifying a label length 23 Specifying a margin size 23 Framing the text 24 Specifying the character size 25 Specifying the character width 26 Specifying the ...
... 37 Selecting how tape is fed and cut 37 Adjusting the display contrast 37 Setting the Auto Reduction function 38 Calibrating the label length 38 Specifying if the PERSONAL symbol category is continually updated ......39 Changing the units of measure 39 Changing the language 39... 45 Hardware ...45 Software ...45 Accessories (For USA Only 46 Index 49 Contact Information (For USA Only 52 ii Formatting the Label 23 Specifying a label length 23 Specifying a margin size 23 Framing the text 24 Specifying the character size 25 Specifying the character width 26 Specifying the ...
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...Items will be free from defects in shipping. You are not limited to label cassettes, cutters, stamps, power adapters, cases and batteries. • Except as otherwise provided herein, Brother warrants that you purchased is covered by another device or software used (...Brother or the Brother Authorized Service Center with a copy of your dated bill of the serial number). and, (5) Problems arising from the original purchase date and an additional warranty up at a conveniently located Authorized Service Center. For the name of the Warranty Period(s): • Machines have a two...
...Items will be free from defects in shipping. You are not limited to label cassettes, cutters, stamps, power adapters, cases and batteries. • Except as otherwise provided herein, Brother warrants that you purchased is covered by another device or software used (...Brother or the Brother Authorized Service Center with a copy of your dated bill of the serial number). and, (5) Problems arising from the original purchase date and an additional warranty up at a conveniently located Authorized Service Center. For the name of the Warranty Period(s): • Machines have a two...
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... display PT-1400 1 234 56 7 E GF H Q P O N D CB A 0 8 9 I J K L M 1 Left text alignment (page 28) 2 Center text alignment (page 28) 3 Right text alignment (page 28) 4 Justified text alignment (page 28) 5 Bold text style (page 27) 6 Outline text style (page 27) 7 Italic text style (page 27) 8 Frame (page 24) 9 Low battery (page 5) 0 Block number (page 16) A Label... (page 14) L Return key (pages 14 & 16) M Global format key (pages 25) N Auto Format keys (page 29) O Feed key (page 30) P Print key (page 30) Q Label Type (page 9) 2
... display PT-1400 1 234 56 7 E GF H Q P O N D CB A 0 8 9 I J K L M 1 Left text alignment (page 28) 2 Center text alignment (page 28) 3 Right text alignment (page 28) 4 Justified text alignment (page 28) 5 Bold text style (page 27) 6 Outline text style (page 27) 7 Italic text style (page 27) 8 Frame (page 24) 9 Low battery (page 5) 0 Block number (page 16) A Label... (page 14) L Return key (pages 14 & 16) M Global format key (pages 25) N Auto Format keys (page 29) O Feed key (page 30) P Print key (page 30) Q Label Type (page 9) 2
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... alkaline batteries. ☞ The rechargeable batteries cannot be used anywhere. With batteries installed, this machine in the P-touch with them in a wide variety of types, colors and sizes, enabling you to change the batteries and tape cassettes quickly and easily. Installing batteries and a tape... cassette 1 2 Notes on the rechargeable batteries, refer to make distinctive color-coded and stylized labels. Batteries & Tape Cassettes This machine has been designed to allow you to the instructions provided with the AC adapter connected....
... alkaline batteries. ☞ The rechargeable batteries cannot be used anywhere. With batteries installed, this machine in the P-touch with them in a wide variety of types, colors and sizes, enabling you to change the batteries and tape cassettes quickly and easily. Installing batteries and a tape... cassette 1 2 Notes on the rechargeable batteries, refer to make distinctive color-coded and stylized labels. Batteries & Tape Cassettes This machine has been designed to allow you to the instructions provided with the AC adapter connected....
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...tape cutter that this P-touch is equipped with Flexible ID Tape are not designed for use as a flag and the FLAG Label Type mode should be used. In addition, the overlapping ends of the label or the label flag should be at least 1/8" (3 mm), otherwise the label should be wrapped as ...electrical insulation. ☞ When wrapping labels around cylindrical objects, the diameter of the object...
...tape cutter that this P-touch is equipped with Flexible ID Tape are not designed for use as a flag and the FLAG Label Type mode should be used. In addition, the overlapping ends of the label or the label flag should be at least 1/8" (3 mm), otherwise the label should be wrapped as ...electrical insulation. ☞ When wrapping labels around cylindrical objects, the diameter of the object...
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... on cleaning the print head & rollers ☞ If a blank horizontal streak appears through the label text, clean the machine's print head. ☞ The print head can be cleaned. Getting Started Cleaning Occasionally, certain parts of the P-touch may become covered with your fingers. Dust or dirt may need to be cleaned more... to cut the tape. Cleaning the print head, rollers and tape cutter ☞ Before cleaning the print head and rollers, press o to turn off the P-touch, and then remove the batteries and disconnect the optional AC adapter. ☞ Be extremely careful not to...
... on cleaning the print head & rollers ☞ If a blank horizontal streak appears through the label text, clean the machine's print head. ☞ The print head can be cleaned. Getting Started Cleaning Occasionally, certain parts of the P-touch may become covered with your fingers. Dust or dirt may need to be cleaned more... to cut the tape. Cleaning the print head, rollers and tape cutter ☞ Before cleaning the print head and rollers, press o to turn off the P-touch, and then remove the batteries and disconnect the optional AC adapter. ☞ Be extremely careful not to...
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... tape cutter blades. Turning the P-touch On/Off Press o to turn on a label, turn off the machine, and return to it may be useful to connect the P-touch to use the AC adapter designed exclusively for this P-touch for 5 minutes. 8 Regardless of whether the P-touch is turned on cleaning the tape ...power is performed for an extended period of text, it later without having to stop work on or turn off the P-touch. Optional AC Adapter When printing a large number of labels or labels that contain a large amount of time. Connecting the AC adapter 2 DC IN 9.5V 1 Notes on the AC ...
... tape cutter blades. Turning the P-touch On/Off Press o to turn on a label, turn off the machine, and return to it may be useful to connect the P-touch to use the AC adapter designed exclusively for this P-touch for 5 minutes. 8 Regardless of whether the P-touch is turned on cleaning the tape ...power is performed for an extended period of text, it later without having to stop work on or turn off the P-touch. Optional AC Adapter When printing a large number of labels or labels that contain a large amount of time. Connecting the AC adapter 2 DC IN 9.5V 1 Notes on the AC ...
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... Mode Pressing a allows you to select one of the two regular modes for designing and printing your own custom labels, or any of the six special modes available for printing labels preformatted for identifying patch panels, cables, connectors and other components. 1 Press a. 2 Press u or d (or continue ... the desired setting). 6 Press n to apply the selected settings. 7 Type the text for each label in a separate text block. 8 Print the labels. • To print a single copy of each label, press p. • To print multiple copies or several copies while increasing certain characters, or to ...
... Mode Pressing a allows you to select one of the two regular modes for designing and printing your own custom labels, or any of the six special modes available for printing labels preformatted for identifying patch panels, cables, connectors and other components. 1 Press a. 2 Press u or d (or continue ... the desired setting). 6 Press n to apply the selected settings. 7 Type the text for each label in a separate text block. 8 Print the labels. • To print a single copy of each label, press p. • To print multiple copies or several copies while increasing certain characters, or to ...
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... wires to cables and wires, we recommend using Flexible ID Tape. With the Rotate & Repeat mode, the text is rotated 90° counterclockwise and each label and a frame style if desired. ● BLK LEN. (block length): 0.80" to 8.00" (20 to 200 mm) Default: 1.20" (30 mm) ● FRAME: OFF, ...1 , 2 , 3 , 4 Default: OFF ☞ A single block of text can contain a maximum of the label so that fit within the label are printed. ☞ For labels to be used. With the Normal Label Type mode, the entered text is printed vertically along the length of 7 text lines, and with the ROT...
... wires to cables and wires, we recommend using Flexible ID Tape. With the Rotate & Repeat mode, the text is rotated 90° counterclockwise and each label and a frame style if desired. ● BLK LEN. (block length): 0.80" to 8.00" (20 to 200 mm) Default: 1.20" (30 mm) ● FRAME: OFF, ...1 , 2 , 3 , 4 Default: OFF ☞ A single block of text can contain a maximum of the label so that fit within the label are printed. ☞ For labels to be used. With the Normal Label Type mode, the entered text is printed vertically along the length of 7 text lines, and with the ROT...
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...be at both ends of the cable or wire. Label Type Modes Flag Mode Labels printed using Flexible ID Tape. With the FLAG Label Type mode, each block of 7 text lines. ☞ For labels to be wrapped around cylindrical objects, use the FLAG Label Type mode when the diameter of the object is equal...). 11 ROTATE set to OFF ROTATE set to ON Flag Flag Flag length diameter length Flag Flag Flag length diameter length After selecting the FLAG Label Type mode, specify the length and diameter of the flag, a frame style if desired, and whether or not to rotate the text. ● FLAG...
...be at both ends of the cable or wire. Label Type Modes Flag Mode Labels printed using Flexible ID Tape. With the FLAG Label Type mode, each block of 7 text lines. ☞ For labels to be wrapped around cylindrical objects, use the FLAG Label Type mode when the diameter of the object is equal...). 11 ROTATE set to OFF ROTATE set to ON Flag Flag Flag length diameter length Flag Flag Flag length diameter length After selecting the FLAG Label Type mode, specify the length and diameter of the flag, a frame style if desired, and whether or not to rotate the text. ● FLAG...
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... Block length Block length Block length Block length After selecting the PORT or PANEL Label Type mode, specify the length of each block of the text is printed on a separate label, making this label useful for identifying different components or ports that they were typed in or in... the opposite order. Port & Panel Modes Labels printed using these labels useful for a row of equally spaced switches, fuses or connectors on...
... Block length Block length Block length Block length After selecting the PORT or PANEL Label Type mode, specify the length of each block of the text is printed on a separate label, making this label useful for identifying different components or ports that they were typed in or in... the opposite order. Port & Panel Modes Labels printed using these labels useful for a row of equally spaced switches, fuses or connectors on...
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...mm) ● FRAME: * For the PORT Label Type mode: OFF, 1 , 2 , 3 , 4 Default: OFF * For the PANEL Label Type mode: OFF, 1 , 2 , 3 , 4 , 5 , 6 , 7 , 8 , 9 Default: OFF ● PRINT (print order): FRONT, REVERSE Default: FRONT ☞ For these types of labels, we recommend using Extra Strength Adhesive Tape. ...is only available with the PANEL Label Type mode. ☞ By using the Numbering function with the PANEL Label Type mode, a single label containing multiple blocks of ascending characters can easily be created, for example, to label patch panels as shown above....
...mm) ● FRAME: * For the PORT Label Type mode: OFF, 1 , 2 , 3 , 4 Default: OFF * For the PANEL Label Type mode: OFF, 1 , 2 , 3 , 4 , 5 , 6 , 7 , 8 , 9 Default: OFF ● PRINT (print order): FRONT, REVERSE Default: FRONT ☞ For these types of labels, we recommend using Extra Strength Adhesive Tape. ...is only available with the PANEL Label Type mode. ☞ By using the Numbering function with the PANEL Label Type mode, a single label containing multiple blocks of ascending characters can easily be created, for example, to label patch panels as shown above....
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...; To move the cursor to the text, press e. Moving the cursor Move the cursor in Caps mode, press h, then the applicable letter. Basic Functions Inputting Label Data Entering and editing text Entering characters ● To type a lowercase letter, a number, a comma or a period, simply press the key for that character. ● To...
...; To move the cursor to the text, press e. Moving the cursor Move the cursor in Caps mode, press h, then the applicable letter. Basic Functions Inputting Label Data Entering and editing text Entering characters ● To type a lowercase letter, a number, a comma or a period, simply press the key for that character. ● To...
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...a maximum of fifty text blocks. ☞ The number of the block that the cursor is in is displayed. R R2:456 R1:ABC_ ---- -- 1 NORMAL 2 ☞ A single label can be printed depends on the display indicates the line number of the text block. Otherwise, press i to enter Insert mode. ● To replace the... For example, when printing 50 records, the maximum number of characters that one section of the text can be printed at one time, some outputted labels may be printed as shown below, will be blank. " " appears at the end of the line. ☞ The number of text lines that the...
...a maximum of fifty text blocks. ☞ The number of the block that the cursor is in is displayed. R R2:456 R1:ABC_ ---- -- 1 NORMAL 2 ☞ A single label can be printed depends on the display indicates the line number of the text block. Otherwise, press i to enter Insert mode. ● To replace the... For example, when printing 50 records, the maximum number of characters that one section of the text can be printed at one time, some outputted labels may be printed as shown below, will be blank. " " appears at the end of the line. ☞ The number of text lines that the...
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... g, then c. 2 Press l or r until the parameter that you wish to change is displayed. 3 Press u or d until the desired setting is only available with certain ink colors on white tape. In addition, the various bar code parameters enable you wish. 5 Press n. 18 ☞ To type in an uppercase accented character, press h (or... press g, then h to enter Caps mode) before pressing the letter key. ☞ An accented character can also be selected by typing in black on certain label tape colors.
... g, then c. 2 Press l or r until the parameter that you wish to change is displayed. 3 Press u or d until the desired setting is only available with certain ink colors on white tape. In addition, the various bar code parameters enable you wish. 5 Press n. 18 ☞ To type in an uppercase accented character, press h (or... press g, then h to enter Caps mode) before pressing the letter key. ☞ An accented character can also be selected by typing in black on certain label tape colors.
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...unless the Symbol Save function is set to OFF. (Refer to Specifying if the PERSONAL symbol category is continually updated on page 39.) Formatting the Label Specifying a label length The length of the label can be specified as follows. 1 Press g, then A. 2 Press l or r until LENGTH is displayed. 3 Press u or d until the desired... label length is displayed (or use the number keys to type in the desired setting). 4 Press n. 0.30" to 39.00" (6 to 999 mm) Specifying a margin ...
...unless the Symbol Save function is set to OFF. (Refer to Specifying if the PERSONAL symbol category is continually updated on page 39.) Formatting the Label Specifying a label length The length of the label can be specified as follows. 1 Press g, then A. 2 Press l or r until LENGTH is displayed. 3 Press u or d until the desired... label length is displayed (or use the number keys to type in the desired setting). 4 Press n. 0.30" to 39.00" (6 to 999 mm) Specifying a margin ...
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... a block consisting of just one line of text whose size you wish to the entire text. Formatting the character size of all text in the label or only for the text in the line that the cursor is in. ☞ With the default character size setting AUTO, the largest possible text...
... a block consisting of just one line of text whose size you wish to the entire text. Formatting the character size of all text in the label or only for the text in the line that the cursor is in. ☞ With the default character size setting AUTO, the largest possible text...
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...first field for a variety of applications-from identifying the contents of its fields, and then the label is assigned. 2 Press n. The following label templates are available, enabling you wish to labelling equipment and making name badges and ID tags. Sample 2 ASSET1 1" × 3.30" (24...60" (24 mm × 41 mm) 1 TEXT? 2 BAR CODE? 5 ASSET4 1" × 2.20" (24 mm × 55 mm) 1 TEXT1? 3 TEXT3? 5 TEXT5? 2 TEXT2? 4 TEXT4? 6 ID LABEL 1" × 2.75" (24 mm × 69 mm) 1 TEXT1? 3 TEXT3? 2 TEXT2? 7 SIGN 1" × 4.00" 1 SYMBOL? 2 TEXT1? (24 mm × 101 mm) 3 TEXT2? 8 ...
...first field for a variety of applications-from identifying the contents of its fields, and then the label is assigned. 2 Press n. The following label templates are available, enabling you wish to labelling equipment and making name badges and ID tags. Sample 2 ASSET1 1" × 3.30" (24...60" (24 mm × 41 mm) 1 TEXT? 2 BAR CODE? 5 ASSET4 1" × 2.20" (24 mm × 55 mm) 1 TEXT1? 3 TEXT3? 5 TEXT5? 2 TEXT2? 4 TEXT4? 6 ID LABEL 1" × 2.75" (24 mm × 69 mm) 1 TEXT1? 3 TEXT3? 2 TEXT2? 7 SIGN 1" × 4.00" 1 SYMBOL? 2 TEXT1? (24 mm × 101 mm) 3 TEXT2? 8 ...