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... this device must accept any interference received, including interference that the products Product Name : Brother P-touch Electronic Labeling System Model Number : PT-2730 comply with the instructions, may cause undesired operation. This manual contains various precautions and basic... the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for purchasing the P-touch labeler PT-2730. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Declaration of Conformity (For USA Only) Responsible Party : Brother International Corporation 100 Somerset Corporate Boulevard Bridgewater, NJ 08807-0911 USA TEL ...
... this device must accept any interference received, including interference that the products Product Name : Brother P-touch Electronic Labeling System Model Number : PT-2730 comply with the instructions, may cause undesired operation. This manual contains various precautions and basic... the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for purchasing the P-touch labeler PT-2730. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Declaration of Conformity (For USA Only) Responsible Party : Brother International Corporation 100 Somerset Corporate Boulevard Bridgewater, NJ 08807-0911 USA TEL ...
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... rated life; What is VOID if the machine has been altered or modified in , but not limited to do : After contacting Brother or a Brother Authorized Service Center, you may include Consumable and Accessory Items. Consumable and Accessory Items include but are not limited to label cassettes, cutters... and Accessory Items that expired in materials or workmanship. You are responsible for warranty service: Report your issue to our P-touch Customer Service Hotline at 1-877-BROTHER (1-877276-8437) or to the Authorized Service Center together with a copy of your bill of the serial number).
... rated life; What is VOID if the machine has been altered or modified in , but not limited to do : After contacting Brother or a Brother Authorized Service Center, you may include Consumable and Accessory Items. Consumable and Accessory Items include but are not limited to label cassettes, cutters... and Accessory Items that expired in materials or workmanship. You are responsible for warranty service: Report your issue to our P-touch Customer Service Hotline at 1-877-BROTHER (1-877276-8437) or to the Authorized Service Center together with a copy of your bill of the serial number).
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... 4 Safety Precautions ...6 General Precautions ...9 Symbols Used in this Guide 10 GETTING STARTED 11 Unpacking Your P-touch labeler 11 General Description ...12 LCD Display & Keyboard 13 LCD Display...13 Key Names and Functions 14 Power Supply ...16 Battery ...16 AC Adapter ...17 ...
... 4 Safety Precautions ...6 General Precautions ...9 Symbols Used in this Guide 10 GETTING STARTED 11 Unpacking Your P-touch labeler 11 General Description ...12 LCD Display & Keyboard 13 LCD Display...13 Key Names and Functions 14 Power Supply ...16 Battery ...16 AC Adapter ...17 ...
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... 59 Downloading a new Label Collection Category 4 (Windows® only ) ...63 Downloading a Label Collection Category to your Labeler 63 5 Downloading a New Label Collecstion Category to P-touch Editor / 6 Updating P-touch Editor Software 66 7 8 9 2 z INTRODUCTION Entering Accented Characters 29 Setting Character Attributes 30 Setting Character Attributes by Label 30 Setting Character Attributes by Each Line...
... 59 Downloading a new Label Collection Category 4 (Windows® only ) ...63 Downloading a Label Collection Category to your Labeler 63 5 Downloading a New Label Collecstion Category to P-touch Editor / 6 Updating P-touch Editor Software 66 7 8 9 2 z INTRODUCTION Entering Accented Characters 29 Setting Character Attributes 30 Setting Character Attributes by Label 30 Setting Character Attributes by Each Line...
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INTRODUCTION USING THE FILE MEMORY 68 Storing a Label into Memory 68 Opening a Stored Label File 68 Printing a Stored Label File 69 Deleting a Stored Label File 69 MAINTAINING YOUR P-TOUCH LABELER 70 Resetting the P-touch Labeler 70 Resetting data to factory settings (Downloaded data is not reset 70 Resetting data to factory settings (Downloaded data is reset 70 Maintenance...70 Cleaning the Unit 70 Cleaning the Print Head 70 Cleaning the Tape Cutter 71 TROUBLESHOOTING 72 What to do when...72 Error Messages...74 APPENDIX 78 Specifications ...78 INDEX...79 3
INTRODUCTION USING THE FILE MEMORY 68 Storing a Label into Memory 68 Opening a Stored Label File 68 Printing a Stored Label File 69 Deleting a Stored Label File 69 MAINTAINING YOUR P-TOUCH LABELER 70 Resetting the P-touch Labeler 70 Resetting data to factory settings (Downloaded data is not reset 70 Resetting data to factory settings (Downloaded data is reset 70 Maintenance...70 Cleaning the Unit 70 Cleaning the Print Head 70 Cleaning the Tape Cutter 71 TROUBLESHOOTING 72 What to do when...72 Error Messages...74 APPENDIX 78 Specifications ...78 INDEX...79 3
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... your label using the preview function. • Printing from the Label collection. 2 P. 59 Create labels like these : 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 4 How to use the P-touch labeler Create a label with the P-touch labeler 1 GETTING STARTED • Prepare the P-touch labeler. Create labels like these : 3 LABEL PRINTING • Printing a label. P. 38 In addition to entering text, the...
... your label using the preview function. • Printing from the Label collection. 2 P. 59 Create labels like these : 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 4 How to use the P-touch labeler Create a label with the P-touch labeler 1 GETTING STARTED • Prepare the P-touch labeler. Create labels like these : 3 LABEL PRINTING • Printing a label. P. 38 In addition to entering text, the...
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...it can be connected to a PC/Mac and used with the included P-touch Editor software to a computer via the included USB cable and install the P-touch Editor software and drivers. • Prepare the P-touch labeler. • Prepare the PC. Software Installation Guide 2 CREATING A... LABEL • Launch the P-touch Editor Software. • Enter the label text using P-touch Editor. Software Help Software Installation Guide ...
...it can be connected to a PC/Mac and used with the included P-touch Editor software to a computer via the included USB cable and install the P-touch Editor software and drivers. • Prepare the P-touch labeler. • Prepare the PC. Software Installation Guide 2 CREATING A... LABEL • Launch the P-touch Editor Software. • Enter the label text using P-touch Editor. Software Help Software Installation Guide ...
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..., heat, discoloration deformation or anything 6 unusual while using various symbols. To prevent damage, do not drop or hit 7 the P-touch labeler. DO NOT touch a given portion of print head. DO NOT allow the printer to get wet in the packaging 3 of suffocation, keep these guidelines... potentially hazardous situation which , if not avoided, may result in death or serious injuries. DO NOT use and remains very hot the P-touch labeler was purchased or your hands. The symbols and their meanings are explained using or storing it directly with your 9 local authorized service center...
..., heat, discoloration deformation or anything 6 unusual while using various symbols. To prevent damage, do not drop or hit 7 the P-touch labeler. DO NOT touch a given portion of print head. DO NOT allow the printer to get wet in the packaging 3 of suffocation, keep these guidelines... potentially hazardous situation which , if not avoided, may result in death or serious injuries. DO NOT use and remains very hot the P-touch labeler was purchased or your hands. The symbols and their meanings are explained using or storing it directly with your 9 local authorized service center...
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... adapter Follow these guidelines to avoid liquid leakage, heat, rupture of the battery and cause personal injury. Tape Cutter DO NOT touch the blade of the cutter unit. 7 Safety Precautions INTRODUCTION WARNING Battery Follow these guidelines to avoid fire, damage, electric shock,... failure or the risk of injury. Brother shall not assume any responsibility for any accident or damage resulting from lightning. Unplug the AC adapter cord immediately and stop using ...
... adapter Follow these guidelines to avoid liquid leakage, heat, rupture of the battery and cause personal injury. Tape Cutter DO NOT touch the blade of the cutter unit. 7 Safety Precautions INTRODUCTION WARNING Battery Follow these guidelines to avoid fire, damage, electric shock,... failure or the risk of injury. Brother shall not assume any responsibility for any accident or damage resulting from lightning. Unplug the AC adapter cord immediately and stop using ...
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... for an extended period of time. Tape Cutter Follow these guidelines to avoid minor personal injury and damage to the P-touch labeler. P-touch Labeler Follow these guidelines to avoid minor personal injury and damage to the labeler printer. DO NOT place any heavy objects on a... flat, stable surface such as a desk. Place the P-touch labeler on top of the battery . DO NOT set the positive and negative end in the illustrations. 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 8 Safety Precautions DO NOT...
... for an extended period of time. Tape Cutter Follow these guidelines to avoid minor personal injury and damage to the P-touch labeler. P-touch Labeler Follow these guidelines to avoid minor personal injury and damage to the labeler printer. DO NOT place any heavy objects on a... flat, stable surface such as a desk. Place the P-touch labeler on top of the battery . DO NOT set the positive and negative end in the illustrations. 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 8 Safety Precautions DO NOT...
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...scratch the CD-ROM. Should another USB cable need to be used, ensure it is recommended that you read . • Use only Brother TZ tapes with the P-touch labeler and may be installed on more than one PC. • We strongly recommend that you use with this machine. Use the ..., near a television, radio, etc. • DO NOT use tapes that Brother Industries, Ltd does not assume responsibility for use the USB cable supplied with the P-touch labeler. Only use a soft, dry cloth. • DO NOT place the P-touch labeler in any way or for future reference. • Depending on page 70...
...scratch the CD-ROM. Should another USB cable need to be used, ensure it is recommended that you read . • Use only Brother TZ tapes with the P-touch labeler and may be installed on more than one PC. • We strongly recommend that you use with this machine. Use the ..., near a television, radio, etc. • DO NOT use tapes that Brother Industries, Ltd does not assume responsibility for use the USB cable supplied with the P-touch labeler. Only use a soft, dry cloth. • DO NOT place the P-touch labeler in any way or for future reference. • Depending on page 70...
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that may help you understand 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Symbols Used in damage or : This symbol and use the indicates information or directions P-touch labeler more efficiently. z INTRODUCTION Symbols Used in this Guide The following symbols are used throughout this guide to indicate additional information. : This symbol indicates information or directions injury if ignored, or operations that will result in that may errors. result in this Guide
that may help you understand 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Symbols Used in damage or : This symbol and use the indicates information or directions P-touch labeler more efficiently. z INTRODUCTION Symbols Used in this Guide The following symbols are used throughout this guide to indicate additional information. : This symbol indicates information or directions injury if ignored, or operations that will result in that may errors. result in this Guide
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Software Installation Guide 11 Unpacking Your P-touch labeler GETTING STARTED Unpacking Your P-touch labeler Check that the package contains the following before using your P-touch labeler. P-touch labeler PT-2730 Starter Tape Cassette CD-ROM USB cable AC adapter User's Guide The plug may differ by countries.
Software Installation Guide 11 Unpacking Your P-touch labeler GETTING STARTED Unpacking Your P-touch labeler Check that the package contains the following before using your P-touch labeler. P-touch labeler PT-2730 Starter Tape Cassette CD-ROM USB cable AC adapter User's Guide The plug may differ by countries.
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AC adaptor connector Battery compartment cover USB port Battery case 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 12 General Description Remove this sheet before using the P-touch. z GETTING STARTED General Description Tape compartment cover Tape viewer LCD display Tape cassette compartment Tape exit slot Keyboard Print head Tape cutter Release lever When shipped from the factory, the LCD display is covered with a protective sheet to prevent damage.
AC adaptor connector Battery compartment cover USB port Battery case 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 12 General Description Remove this sheet before using the P-touch. z GETTING STARTED General Description Tape compartment cover Tape viewer LCD display Tape cassette compartment Tape exit slot Keyboard Print head Tape cutter Release lever When shipped from the factory, the LCD display is covered with a protective sheet to prevent damage.
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z GETTING STARTED Key Names and Functions The default language is "English". 1. Print Turns the P-touch labeler on and off. • Prints the current label design onto 2. key. 7. Preview 2 3. File 7 Enables frequently used labels in the file memory to be selected ...
z GETTING STARTED Key Names and Functions The default language is "English". 1. Print Turns the P-touch labeler on and off. • Prints the current label design onto 2. key. 7. Preview 2 3. File 7 Enables frequently used labels in the file memory to be selected ...
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... a symbol from a list of the label when the Text menu is opened in combination with the Shift key. 11. Label Enables label attributes for the P-touch labeler to be set for each line of available symbols. 19. Caps Turns Caps mode on the number keys. 18. Clear Clears all text entered...
... a symbol from a list of the label when the Text menu is opened in combination with the Shift key. 11. Label Enables label attributes for the P-touch labeler to be set for each line of available symbols. 19. Caps Turns Caps mode on the number keys. 18. Clear Clears all text entered...
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... battery compartment cover by inserting the three hooks at the bottom into place. 1 2 3 • Remove the batteries if you do not intend to use the P-touch labeler for an extended period of time. 4 • When power is turned off when replacing batteries. 2 Insert eight new AA-size alkaline batteries (LR6), making...
... battery compartment cover by inserting the three hooks at the bottom into place. 1 2 3 • Remove the batteries if you do not intend to use the P-touch labeler for an extended period of time. 4 • When power is turned off when replacing batteries. 2 Insert eight new AA-size alkaline batteries (LR6), making...
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..., when the AC adapter is unplugged it is designed exclusively for any responsibility for your P-touch. Brother shall not assume any accident or damage resulting from the P-touch and electrical outlet when you do not intend to use the P-touch for an extended period. • When power is disconnected for any responsibility for more...
..., when the AC adapter is unplugged it is designed exclusively for any responsibility for your P-touch. Brother shall not assume any accident or damage resulting from the P-touch and electrical outlet when you do not intend to use the P-touch for an extended period. • When power is disconnected for any responsibility for more...
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... that the power is off, lift open the tape compartment cover. If there is not passed through, pass it through the tape guide. Use only Brother tape cassettes with the mark. • If the new tape cassette has a cardboard stopper, be used in your finger to the illustration. z GETTING STARTED...12mm, 18mm, or 24mm) width can be sure to remove the stopper before inserting the cassette. • If the ink ribbon is loose, use your P-touch labeler. If the tape is already a tape 3 cassette in the machine, remove it by pulling it passes through the tape guide referring to wind the...
... that the power is off, lift open the tape compartment cover. If there is not passed through, pass it through the tape guide. Use only Brother tape cassettes with the mark. • If the new tape cassette has a cardboard stopper, be used in your finger to the illustration. z GETTING STARTED...12mm, 18mm, or 24mm) width can be sure to remove the stopper before inserting the cassette. • If the ink ribbon is loose, use your P-touch labeler. If the tape is already a tape 3 cassette in the machine, remove it by pulling it passes through the tape guide referring to wind the...
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...opening the sealed package. Tape exit slot 4 Close the tape compartment cover. Doing so will cause the ink ribbon to turn the P-touch labeler off. • Your P-touch labeler has a power saving function that the release lever is pressed within a certain time under certain operating conditions. When inserting the tape... cassette, make sure that the tape and ink ribbon do not catch on . With AC adapter With battery zAuto Power-Off Timez P-touch labeler only Connected to PC 8 hours 8 hours 5 minutes No operation for details. • If the batteries are installed or the...
...opening the sealed package. Tape exit slot 4 Close the tape compartment cover. Doing so will cause the ink ribbon to turn the P-touch labeler off. • Your P-touch labeler has a power saving function that the release lever is pressed within a certain time under certain operating conditions. When inserting the tape... cassette, make sure that the tape and ink ribbon do not catch on . With AC adapter With battery zAuto Power-Off Timez P-touch labeler only Connected to PC 8 hours 8 hours 5 minutes No operation for details. • If the batteries are installed or the...