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CONTENTS Getting Started GENERAL DESCRIPTION 1 GENERAL PRECAUTIONS 2 BATTERIES ...3 OPTIONAL AC ADAPTOR 4 TAPE CASSETTE 5 CONNECTING THE P-TOUCH TO A COMPUTER 6 INSTALLING P-TOUCH EDITOR 7 STARTING P-TOUCH EDITOR 20 ATTACHING LABELS 24 PRINT HEAD & ROLLERS 25 For Your Information POWER KEY ...26 CURSOR KEYS 26 CODE, ALT & SHIFT KEYS 27 SPACE KEY ...... FUNCTION 38 AUTO FORMAT FUNCTION 40 STAMP FUNCTION 41 FONT FUNCTION 44 SIZE & WIDTH FUNCTIONS 45 STYLE FUNCTION 47 UNDERLINE FUNCTION 49 FRAME FUNCTION 50 TAPE MARGIN FUNCTION 51 HORIZONTAL ALIGNMENT FUNCTION 52 i
CONTENTS Getting Started GENERAL DESCRIPTION 1 GENERAL PRECAUTIONS 2 BATTERIES ...3 OPTIONAL AC ADAPTOR 4 TAPE CASSETTE 5 CONNECTING THE P-TOUCH TO A COMPUTER 6 INSTALLING P-TOUCH EDITOR 7 STARTING P-TOUCH EDITOR 20 ATTACHING LABELS 24 PRINT HEAD & ROLLERS 25 For Your Information POWER KEY ...26 CURSOR KEYS 26 CODE, ALT & SHIFT KEYS 27 SPACE KEY ...... FUNCTION 38 AUTO FORMAT FUNCTION 40 STAMP FUNCTION 41 FONT FUNCTION 44 SIZE & WIDTH FUNCTIONS 45 STYLE FUNCTION 47 UNDERLINE FUNCTION 49 FRAME FUNCTION 50 TAPE MARGIN FUNCTION 51 HORIZONTAL ALIGNMENT FUNCTION 52 i
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Getting Started TOP VIEW GENERAL DESCRIPTION Tape compartment cover Keyboard AC adaptor connector USB port LCD display BOTTOM VIEW Tape exit slot Battery compartment cover 1
Getting Started TOP VIEW GENERAL DESCRIPTION Tape compartment cover Keyboard AC adaptor connector USB port LCD display BOTTOM VIEW Tape exit slot Battery compartment cover 1
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q Do not use tapes that do not have the mark. KEYBOARD & LCD DISPLAY Cursor keys Return key Delete key Power key GENERAL PRECAUTIONS q Use only Brother TZ tapes with this machine. q Do not pull on the tape being fed from the P-touch. This may damage the tape cassette. Do not use the machine in dusty places, and keep it out of both direct sunlight and rain. 2
q Do not use tapes that do not have the mark. KEYBOARD & LCD DISPLAY Cursor keys Return key Delete key Power key GENERAL PRECAUTIONS q Use only Brother TZ tapes with this machine. q Do not pull on the tape being fed from the P-touch. This may damage the tape cassette. Do not use the machine in dusty places, and keep it out of both direct sunlight and rain. 2
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... outlet. Only use the AC adaptor designed exclusively for this machine for an extended period of the machine. 2 Insert the plug on 1" (24 mm)-wide tape since this machine wherever there is disconnected, all text files in the memory will be lost. OPTIONAL AC ADAPTOR The AC adaptor (model AD...
... outlet. Only use the AC adaptor designed exclusively for this machine for an extended period of the machine. 2 Insert the plug on 1" (24 mm)-wide tape since this machine wherever there is disconnected, all text files in the memory will be lost. OPTIONAL AC ADAPTOR The AC adaptor (model AD...
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...and press _ once to change the tape cassette: 1 Lift open the tape compartment cover. However, since TZ tape cassettes are using a new tape cassette provided with this machine in a wide variety of the tape feeds under the tape guides. If you to advance the tape and remove any slack. 5 In ... supplied with a stopper, be sure to remove the stopper. 4 Insert the tape cassette firmly into the tape compartment, making sure that the entire back of the cassette touches the bottom of the compartment. When inserting the tape cassette, make distinctive color-coded and stylized labels.
...and press _ once to change the tape cassette: 1 Lift open the tape compartment cover. However, since TZ tape cassettes are using a new tape cassette provided with this machine in a wide variety of the tape feeds under the tape guides. If you to advance the tape and remove any slack. 5 In ... supplied with a stopper, be sure to remove the stopper. 4 Insert the tape cassette firmly into the tape compartment, making sure that the entire back of the cassette touches the bottom of the compartment. When inserting the tape cassette, make distinctive color-coded and stylized labels.
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... can be used with English. Files saved as csv files with an application such as csv files. If other colors of P-touch Editor Version 3.1 (Windows version) uses database files that it can read printed barcodes in the environment where you plan to use them....Keep the following points in mind when using the database functions of P-touch Editor Version 3.1. For general details, refer to the User's Guide supplied on the P-touch Editor Version 3.1 CD-ROM. • The database function of tape are compatible with Microsoft Access 97. Refer to print barcodes. •...
... can be used with English. Files saved as csv files with an application such as csv files. If other colors of P-touch Editor Version 3.1 (Windows version) uses database files that it can read printed barcodes in the environment where you plan to use them....Keep the following points in mind when using the database functions of P-touch Editor Version 3.1. For general details, refer to the User's Guide supplied on the P-touch Editor Version 3.1 CD-ROM. • The database function of tape are compatible with Microsoft Access 97. Refer to print barcodes. •...
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..., refer to the instructions included with the printed surface facing up, and hold the stick in your left hand, with the fabric tape cassette. GH ABCDEF ABCDEF FABRIC TAPE Fabric tape is used to attach a piece of cloth and use an iron set to a medium-high temperature (320 to 356 ˚F (160 to... backing from labels printed on an ironed garment at the location where you as shown below. 4 Peel off the label using the stamp tape to make stamps. 24 STAMP TAPE Refer to pages 41 through the long narrow hole in the stick. 3 Turn the stick three-quarters of a turn towards you and...
..., refer to the instructions included with the printed surface facing up, and hold the stick in your left hand, with the fabric tape cassette. GH ABCDEF ABCDEF FABRIC TAPE Fabric tape is used to attach a piece of cloth and use an iron set to a medium-high temperature (320 to 356 ˚F (160 to... backing from labels printed on an ironed garment at the location where you as shown below. 4 Peel off the label using the stamp tape to make stamps. 24 STAMP TAPE Refer to pages 41 through the long narrow hole in the stick. 3 Turn the stick three-quarters of a turn towards you and...
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... gently wipe the print head with your service representative. If none of dust or dirt become attached to time. This is covered with a tape recorder, the machine's head may appear through the label text. Print head Print head The print head can be cleaned from time to... the machine's print head and rollers. PRINT HEAD & ROLLERS Occasionally, specks of the above works, contact your finger. 4 Install a tape cassette, close the tape compartment cover, and then try printing again. 5 If a blank streak still appears in the label, repeat steps 3 and 4 using the unit ...
... gently wipe the print head with your service representative. If none of dust or dirt become attached to time. This is covered with a tape recorder, the machine's head may appear through the label text. Print head Print head The print head can be cleaned from time to... the machine's print head and rollers. PRINT HEAD & ROLLERS Occasionally, specks of the above works, contact your finger. 4 Install a tape cassette, close the tape compartment cover, and then try printing again. 5 If a blank streak still appears in the label, repeat steps 3 and 4 using the unit ...
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... has already been added to the text when c is held down and Q is more than one. All tabs have chosen will delete or affect files. Tape widths 1/4" (6 mm) 3/8" (9 mm) 1/2" (12 mm) 3/4" (18 mm) 1" (24 mm) Stamp 3/4" (18 mm) Stamp 1" (24 mm) Maximum number of lines that you to create perfectly aligned...
... has already been added to the text when c is held down and Q is more than one. All tabs have chosen will delete or affect files. Tape widths 1/4" (6 mm) 3/8" (9 mm) 1/2" (12 mm) 3/4" (18 mm) 1" (24 mm) Stamp 3/4" (18 mm) Stamp 1" (24 mm) Maximum number of lines that you to create perfectly aligned...
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... text, the Clear function can be used to choose whether all of the text and return all format functions (Font, Size, Width, Style, Underline, Frame, Tape margin, Alignment, Tab length, Mirror printing, and Length) are returned to their default settings: 1 Hold down c and press *. Alt T X T & F O R M A T T E X T Caps O N L Y 2 Press h until TXT&FORMAT is...
... text, the Clear function can be used to choose whether all of the text and return all format functions (Font, Size, Width, Style, Underline, Frame, Tape margin, Alignment, Tab length, Mirror printing, and Length) are returned to their default settings: 1 Hold down c and press *. Alt T X T & F O R M A T T E X T Caps O N L Y 2 Press h until TXT&FORMAT is...
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The following preset formats are available: Auto Format setting Label length setting Tape margin setting Horizontal alignment setting DEFAULT 3.5"FLOPPY miniDV OFF 2.8" (7.0 cm) 1.7" (4.3 cm) FULL NONE NONE LEFT CENTER CENTER VHS SPINE VHS VCR8mm CASE ..._ AUTO FORMAT FUNCTION With the Auto Format function, you to create labels faster and easier. 3 Press r. This function automatically adjusts the label length, tape margins and horizontal alignment without changing the text or any other formats, allowing you can select from a variety of preset formats perfect for your specific...
The following preset formats are available: Auto Format setting Label length setting Tape margin setting Horizontal alignment setting DEFAULT 3.5"FLOPPY miniDV OFF 2.8" (7.0 cm) 1.7" (4.3 cm) FULL NONE NONE LEFT CENTER CENTER VHS SPINE VHS VCR8mm CASE ..._ AUTO FORMAT FUNCTION With the Auto Format function, you to create labels faster and easier. 3 Press r. This function automatically adjusts the label length, tape margins and horizontal alignment without changing the text or any other formats, allowing you can select from a variety of preset formats perfect for your specific...
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... the holder. appears in the dis- Alt A U D I O Caps C A S S E T T E 3 Press r. After inserting a stamp film cassette, select this function to automatically center the text and adjust the tape length and margins to apply the selected setting. The Length indicator comes on if any setting other than DEFAULT is selected. The message "STAMP FORMAT...
... the holder. appears in the dis- Alt A U D I O Caps C A S S E T T E 3 Press r. After inserting a stamp film cassette, select this function to automatically center the text and adjust the tape length and margins to apply the selected setting. The Length indicator comes on if any setting other than DEFAULT is selected. The message "STAMP FORMAT...
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... side of a stamp film holder. After setting the stamp format for the installed stamp: centered within the preset message area with the tape length and margins automatically adjusted. 4 Press p to cut the text out of the stamp stencil film. 5 After the stamp stencil film is... film and affix it to engrave the stamp stencil film, and then automatically cut a stamp: 1 Enter the text and insert a stamp film cassette in the tape compartment. 2 Hold down c and press U. 3 Press r. Alt S T A M P Caps F O R M A T ? 1: J Alt S m i t h Caps 2: 1 2 3 4 M a i _n 4 Press p to the ink pad of the stamp...
... side of a stamp film holder. After setting the stamp format for the installed stamp: centered within the preset message area with the tape length and margins automatically adjusted. 4 Press p to cut the text out of the stamp stencil film. 5 After the stamp stencil film is... film and affix it to engrave the stamp stencil film, and then automatically cut a stamp: 1 Enter the text and insert a stamp film cassette in the tape compartment. 2 Hold down c and press U. 3 Press r. Alt S T A M P Caps F O R M A T ? 1: J Alt S m i t h Caps 2: 1 2 3 4 M a i _n 4 Press p to the ink pad of the stamp...
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7 Hold the end of the stamp stencil film in place with your thumb, then pass the tape through the guides while pulling it into place. 0 Insert the stamp film holder straight into its cap. Be sure that the stamp is correctly covered in place with your finger. Fold over 9 Fit the stamp frame over the other side of the stamp stencil film over the stamp stencil film and push it tight. Guides 8 Fold the other end of the stamp film holder and hold it in order to prevent ink spills. 43
7 Hold the end of the stamp stencil film in place with your thumb, then pass the tape through the guides while pulling it into place. 0 Insert the stamp film holder straight into its cap. Be sure that the stamp is correctly covered in place with your finger. Fold over 9 Fit the stamp frame over the other side of the stamp stencil film over the stamp stencil film and push it tight. Guides 8 Fold the other end of the stamp film holder and hold it in order to prevent ink spills. 43
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... on the width of the three width settings. SIZE & WIDTH FUNCTIONS The character size can be used with the width of the installed tape and automatically adjusts the characters to the largest possible size. Since the character size that can be adjusted using both the Size and Width .... With the AUTO size setting, the machine compares your text with each can be printed with any of the tape, the following table shows the character sizes that can be used depends on . Tape widths 1/4" (6 mm) 3/8" (9 mm) 1/2" (12 mm) 3/4" (18 mm) 1" (24 mm) Sizes (in points) NARROW Width setting...
... on the width of the three width settings. SIZE & WIDTH FUNCTIONS The character size can be used with the width of the installed tape and automatically adjusts the characters to the largest possible size. Since the character size that can be adjusted using both the Size and Width .... With the AUTO size setting, the machine compares your text with each can be printed with any of the tape, the following table shows the character sizes that can be used depends on . Tape widths 1/4" (6 mm) 3/8" (9 mm) 1/2" (12 mm) 3/4" (18 mm) 1" (24 mm) Sizes (in points) NARROW Width setting...
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...c, press 2 once, and keep c held down to the entire text. With the AUTO setting selected and 3/4" (18-mm) or 1" (24-mm)-wide tape installed, text consisting of just one line of only capital letters (and no accented characters) will be printed with a character size of 52 points. If... 1/2" (12-mm)-wide tape is displayed. Alt S I Z E A U T O Caps 2 While still holding down c, continue pressing 2 until the desired size setting is displayed. The current size ...
...c, press 2 once, and keep c held down to the entire text. With the AUTO setting selected and 3/4" (18-mm) or 1" (24-mm)-wide tape installed, text consisting of just one line of only capital letters (and no accented characters) will be printed with a character size of 52 points. If... 1/2" (12-mm)-wide tape is displayed. Alt S I Z E A U T O Caps 2 While still holding down c, continue pressing 2 until the desired size setting is displayed. The current size ...
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... if the Auto cut function is set to adjust the size of your text. Alt Caps 3 Release c. The default tape margin setting is FULL; TAPE MARGIN FUNCTION The Tape margin function allows you to ON, so that the left and right sides of the margins on when any setting other ...settings are equal. 51 however, three other than FULL is selected, extra tape is fed out before printing starts. FULL (1" (24 mm margins)) NARROW (1/3" (8 mm margins)) NONE (1/6" (4 mm margins)) HALF (1/2" (12 mm margins)) When a setting ...
... if the Auto cut function is set to adjust the size of your text. Alt Caps 3 Release c. The default tape margin setting is FULL; TAPE MARGIN FUNCTION The Tape margin function allows you to ON, so that the left and right sides of the margins on when any setting other ...settings are equal. 51 however, three other than FULL is selected, extra tape is fed out before printing starts. FULL (1" (24 mm margins)) NARROW (1/3" (8 mm margins)) NONE (1/6" (4 mm margins)) HALF (1/2" (12 mm margins)) When a setting ...
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... once, and keep c held down to the entire text. EXAMPLE To select the HALF tape margin setting: 1 While holding down c, press E once, and keep c held down c, continue pressing E until the desired tape margin set the length of three ways. The default setting is displayed. 3 Release c. ...ting is displayed. 3 Release c to apply the selected tape margin setting to display the current tape margin setting. 2 While still holding down . however, two other settings are also available. LEFT RIGHT CENTER 52 In ...
... once, and keep c held down to the entire text. EXAMPLE To select the HALF tape margin setting: 1 While holding down c, press E once, and keep c held down c, continue pressing E until the desired tape margin set the length of three ways. The default setting is displayed. 3 Release c. ...ting is displayed. 3 Release c to apply the selected tape margin setting to display the current tape margin setting. 2 While still holding down . however, two other settings are also available. LEFT RIGHT CENTER 52 In ...
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... other clear material, they can be read from the opposite side. When using the Mirror printing function, the text should be read correctly from the tape side of the tape. Alt A L I G H T MIRROR PRINTING FUNCTION With this function, you can print your text so that the characters can be printed on clear...
... other clear material, they can be read from the opposite side. When using the Mirror printing function, the text should be read correctly from the tape side of the tape. Alt A L I G H T MIRROR PRINTING FUNCTION With this function, you can print your text so that the characters can be printed on clear...
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... c, press Z once, and keep c held down c, continue pressing Z until 5.0inch is printed. 4 Press h until the desired auto cut setting is displayed. 3 Release c to feed the tape, then cut it is displayed. 5 Press r. To turn on the Auto cut setting. Turn on or off the Auto cut function: After printing a label with...
... c, press Z once, and keep c held down c, continue pressing Z until 5.0inch is printed. 4 Press h until the desired auto cut setting is displayed. 3 Release c to feed the tape, then cut it is displayed. 5 Press r. To turn on the Auto cut setting. Turn on or off the Auto cut function: After printing a label with...