Brother H300 User Manual
USER’S GUIDE P-touch H300
INTRODUCTION
Please visit us at http://solutions.brother.com/ where you
can get product support and answers to frequently asked
questions (FAQs).
GETTING STARTED
EDITING A LABEL
LABEL PRINTING
USING THE FILE MEMORY
RESETTING & MAINTAINNING
YOUR P-TOUCH
TROUBLESHOOTING
APPENDIX
INDEX
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the P-touch H300.
Your new P-touch is an easy to operate, feature-packed labelling system that makes
creating professional, high quality labels a breeze.
This manual contains various precautions and basic procedures for using this P-touch.
Read this manual carefully before using and keep in a handy place for future reference.
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Contents
Safety Precautions ........................................................................................................ 3
General Precautions.................................................................................................... 10
Symbols Used in this Guide ........................................................................................ 11
How to use the P-touch ............................................................................................... 12
GETTING STARTED ............................................................................. 13
Unpacking Your P-touch ............................................................................................. 13
General Description..................................................................................................... 14
LCD Display & Keyboard............................................................................................. 15
LCD Display .......................................................................................................... 15
Key Names and Functions.................................................................................... 16
Power Supply .............................................................................................................. 18
Battery (Not Included) ........................................................................................... 18
AC Adapter AD-E001 (Optional) .......................................................................... 19
Using the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery (BA-E001: Optional on the H300) ........... 20
Inserting a Tape Cassette ........................................................................................... 22
Turning Power On/Off ................................................................................................. 23
Feeding Tape .............................................................................................................. 23
Feed function ....................................................................................................... 23
LCD Display ................................................................................................................ 23
LCD Contrast ....................................................................................................... 23
Backlight ............................................................................................................... 24
Setting Language and Unit.......................................................................................... 24
Language ............................................................................................................. 24
Unit ....................................................................................................................... 24
EDITING A LABEL................................................................................. 25
Entering and Editing Text............................................................................................ 25
Entering Text from the Keyboard .......................................................................... 25
Using Text Reminder ............................................................................................ 25
Deleting Text Reminder Memory .......................................................................... 25
Adding a New Line ............................................................................................... 26
Adding a New Block.............................................................................................. 26
Moving the Cursor................................................................................................. 26
Inserting Text ....................................................................................................... 26
Deleting Text......................................................................................................... 26
Entering Symbols ........................................................................................................ 27
Entering Symbols Using the Symbol Function...................................................... 27
Using Symbol History ........................................................................................... 28
Entering Accented Characters .................................................................................... 30
Setting Character Attributes ........................................................................................ 31
Setting Character Attributes by Label ................................................................... 31
Setting Character Attributes by Each Line ........................................................... 32
Setting Auto Fit Style ............................................................................................ 34
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Setting Label Attributes ................................................................................................34
Using Auto-Format Layouts .........................................................................................38
Using Templates - Example creating an Asset Tag...............................................38
Using Block Layouts ..............................................................................................41
Creating a Bar Code Label...........................................................................................44
Setting Bar Code Parameters and Entering Bar Code Data..................................44
Editing and Deleting a Bar Code ...........................................................................46
LABEL PRINTING ................................................................................. 47
Label Preview...............................................................................................................47
Printing a Label ............................................................................................................47
Printing Multiple Copies .........................................................................................47
Auto-numbering Labels..........................................................................................48
Mirror Printing ........................................................................................................49
Setting Margin ..............................................................................................................50
Adjusting the Label Length...........................................................................................51
Attaching Labels...........................................................................................................51
Printing from the Label Collection ................................................................................52
Printing a label from the Label Collection Stored in the Machine ..........................52
USING THE FILE MEMORY ................................................................. 54
Storing a Label into Memory ........................................................................................54
Opening a Stored Label File ........................................................................................54
Printing a Stored Label File..........................................................................................55
Deleting a Stored Label File.........................................................................................55
RESETTING & MAINTAINING YOUR P-TOUCH ................................. 56
Resetting the P-touch...................................................................................................56
Resetting the data to factory settings ....................................................................56
Maintenance.................................................................................................................57
Cleaning the Unit ...................................................................................................57
Cleaning the Print Head.........................................................................................57
Cleaning the Tape Cutter.......................................................................................57
TROUBLESHOOTING .......................................................................... 58
What to do when... .......................................................................................................58
Error Messages............................................................................................................59
APPENDIX ............................................................................................ 62
Specifications ...............................................................................................................62
INDEX.................................................................................................... 63
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Safety Precautions
To prevent injury and damage, important notes are explained using various symbols.
The symbols and their meanings are as follows:
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
The symbols used in this manual are as follows:
Indicates a prohibited action.
Indicates that exposure to water is
prohibited.
Indicates an action that must be
done.
Indicates a risk of fire under
certain circumstances.
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if the product
is handled without following the warnings and instructions, will
result in death or serious injuries.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injuries.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
may result in minor or moderate injuries.
Indicates that disassembly is
prohibited.
Indicates a part of the machine
that should not be touched.
Indicates that you should unplug
the machine.
Indicates the possibility of an
electrical shock.
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DANGER
Rechargeable Li-ion Battery (Li-ion battery optional with the H300)
Carefully observe the following precautions for the rechargeable Li-ion battery
(hereafter referred to as “rechargeable battery”), If these precautions are not followed,
overheating, leaking, or cracks in the battery may result in an electrical short,
explosion, smoke, fire, electric shock, injury to yourself or others, or damage to the
product or other property.
Use the rechargeable battery only for its
intended purpose. The printer and
rechargeable battery are designed to
function exclusively with each other. DO
NOT insert the rechargeable battery into
a different printer, or a different
rechargeable battery into your printer,
otherwise fire or damage may result.
To charge the rechargeable battery,
insert it into the printer, and then use the
AC adapter designed specifically for this
printer.
DO NOT charge the rechargeable
battery near a fire or in direct sunlight.
This could activate the protection
circuitry, which is designed to prevent
danger from high heat. Activation of the
protection circuitry could cause charging
to stop, charging to occur with excessive
current/voltage if the protection circuitry
fails, or an abnormal chemical reaction
within the battery.
When charging the rechargeable
battery, use only a battery charger
designed specifically for the
rechargeable battery.
DO NOT allow wires or other metal
objects to come into contact with the
terminals of the rechargeable battery.
Do not carry or store the rechargeable
battery with metal objects such as
necklaces or hairpins. This could cause
an electrical short, and lead metal
objects such as wires, necklaces, or
hairpins to overheat.
DO NOT use or leave the rechargeable
battery near fire, heaters, or other high
temperature (above 80°C/176°F)
locations.
DO NOT allow the rechargeable battery
to come into contact with or be immersed
in water.
DO NOT use in corrosive environments,
such as areas where salty air, salt water,
acids, alkalis, corrosive gases,
chemicals, or any corrosive liquid are
present.
DO NOT use the rechargeable battery if
it is damaged or leaking.
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DANGER
Rechargeable Li-ion Battery (Li-ion battery optional with the H300)
DO NOT directly solder any connections
to the rechargeable battery. This could
cause internal insulation to melt, gas to
be emitted, or safety mechanisms to fail.
DO NOT use the rechargeable battery
with the polarity (+) (-) reversed. Check
the orientation of the rechargeable
battery before inserting it, and do not try
to force the rechargeable battery into the
printer. Charging the rechargeable
battery with the polarity reversed could
cause an abnormal chemical reaction
within the rechargeable battery or
abnormal current flow during usage.
DO NOT directly connect the
rechargeable battery to a household
electrical supply.
Liquid (electrolyte) leaking from the
printer or rechargeable battery may
indicate that the rechargeable battery is
damaged. If the rechargeable battery
leaks, immediately discontinue use of
the printer, unplug the AC adapter, and
isolate the printer by placing it in a bag.
Do not touch the electrolyte. If electrolyte
gets in the eyes, do not rub them.
Immediately rinse liberally with tap water
or other clean water and seek the advice
of a medical professional. If left alone,
the electrolyte could cause eye damage.
If electrolyte contacts your skin or
clothing, immediately rinse them with
water.
DO NOT put the printer or the
rechargeable battery into a microwave
oven, or high pressure container.
DO NOT leave a drained rechargeable
battery in the main unit for a long period
of time. This could shorten the life of the
rechargeable battery or lead to an
electrical short.
If the printer can only be used for a short
period of time, even though the
rechargeable battery is fully charged, the
rechargeable battery may have reached
the end of its service life. Replace the
rechargeable battery with a new one.
When removing and replacing the
rechargeable battery, cover the
terminals of the old rechargeable battery
with tape to avoid creating a short in the
battery.
DO NOT disassemble, modify, or
attempt to repair the rechargeable
battery.
DO NOT dispose of the rechargeable
battery in fire or intentionally overheat.
This could cause the internal insulation
to melt, gas to be emitted, or safety
mechanisms to fail. Additionally, the
electrolyte solution could catch fire.
DO NOT puncture the rechargeable
battery with any objects, subject it to
severe shocks or throw it. Damage to the
rechargeable battery’s protection circuit
could cause the rechargeable battery to
be recharged at an abnormal current/
voltage or cause an abnormal chemical
reaction within the rechargeable battery.
DO NOT incinerate the rechargeable
battery or dispose of it with household
waste.
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WARNING
P-touch
Follow these guidelines to avoid fire, electric shock, the risk of injury to yourself or
others, and/or damage to the printer or other property.
DO NOT disassemble the P-touch.
For inspection, adjustment, and repair of
the printer, contact Brother customer
service.
Plastic bags are used in the packaging
of your printer. To avoid danger of
suffocation, keep these bags away from
babies and children.
DO NOT allow the printer to get wet or
use the printer in areas that may become
wet, such as bathrooms or near sinks.
DO NOT touch any metal parts near the
print head. The print head becomes very
hot during use and remains very hot
immediately after use. Do not touch it
directly with your hands.
DO NOT use the P-touch with a foreign object in it. If water, a metallic substance, or
any other foreign object enters the P-touch, disconnect the AC adapter and remove
batteries, and contact Brother customer service.
Alkaline batteries/Ni-MH rechargeable batteries
Follow these guidelines to avoid liquid leakage, heat, rupture of the battery and cause
personal injury.
DO NOT
throw into fire, heat up, shortcircuit, recharge, or disassemble the
battery.
DO NOT
allow batteries to get wet, for
example, by handling them with wet
hands or spilling beverages onto them.
If fluid leaked from the batteries gets into
your eyes, immediately rinse your eyes
with a large amount of clean water, and
then seek medical attention. If leaked
fluid enters your eyes, loss of eyesight or
other damage to the eyes may result.
DO NOT
allow a metal object to contact
both the plus and minus ends of a
battery.
If you notice heat, an abnormal odour,
discolouration of the printer,
deformation, or anything else unusual
while using or storing the printer,
immediately discontinue use of the
printer, disconnect the AC adapter, and
remove the batteries.
To prevent damage, do not drop or hit
the P-touch.
DO NOT use sharp objects, such as
tweezers or a metallic pen, to remove or
replace the batteries.
DO NOT use a damaged, deformed, or
leaking battery, or a battery whose label
is damaged. Doing so may result in
generating excessive heat. Use of a
damaged or leaking battery may also
lead to battery fluid getting on your
hands. If fluid leaked from the batteries
gets onto your hands, there is a
possibility of chemical burns. If leaked
fluid gets onto your hands and you rub
your eyes, loss of eyesight or other
damage to the eyes may result.
Immediately rinse your hands with a
large amount of clean water, and then
seek medical attention.
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WARNING
AC Adapter (AC Adapter optional with the H300)
Follow these guidelines to avoid fire, damage, electric shock, failure or the risk of
injury.
Make sure that the plug is fully inserted
into the power outlet. Do not use an
outlet that is loose.
Always use the specified AC adapter,
and always plug the AC adapter into an
electrical outlet with the specified
voltage (220-240 V). Failure to do so
may result in injury to yourself or others,
or damage to the printer or other
property. Brother does not assume, any
responsibility for any accident or
damage resulting from not using the
specified AC adapter and adapter cord.
DO NOT connect the AC adapter or
adapter cord to other products.
DO NOT touch the AC adapter and the
P-touch during an thunderstorm. There
may be a remote risk of electric shock
from lightning when the printer is used
during a thunderstorm.
Tape Cutter
DO NOT touch the blade of the cutter
unit.
DO NOT touch the AC adapter or power
plug with wet hands.
DO NOT use the AC adapter in places
with high humidity or moisture, such as
bathrooms.
DO NOT use a damaged adapter cord or
power plug.
DO NOT place heavy objects on,
damage, or modify the adapter cord or
plug. Do not forcibly bend or pull the
adapter cord.
DO NOT drop, hit, or otherwise damage
the AC adapter.
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CAUTION
Alkaline batteries/Ni-MH rechargeable batteries
Follow these guidelines to avoid liquid leakage, overheating or rupture of the battery.
DO NOT use a battery other than the
one specified for use with your printer.
Do not use combinations of old and new
batteries or combinations of different
types, different charging levels, different
manufacturers or different models. Do
not insert a battery with the polarity
(+ and -) reversed.
If fluid leaked from the battery gets on
your skin or clothes, immediately rinse
them with clean water.
Remove the batteries if you do not
intend to use the P-touch for an
extended period of time.
AC Adapter (AC Adapter optional with the H300)
If you do not intend using the P-touch for
an extended period of time, disconnect
the AC adapter from the power outlet.
When disconnecting the AC adapter
from the power outlet, always hold the
AC adapter.
DO NOT use the AC adapter in places of
high humidity such as bathrooms.
Tape Cutter
Follow these guidelines to avoid minor personal injury and damage to the printer.
DO NOT open the tape compartment
cover when operating the cutter unit.
Before using Ni-MH rechargeable
batteries, carefully read the instructions
for the batteries and battery charger, and
be sure to use them correctly.
When using Ni-MH rechargeable
batteries, charge the batteries before
using them with the appropriate,
specialized battery charger.
DO NOT disassemble or modify the
batteries.
DO NOT expose the batteries to heat or
dispose of the batteries in a fire.
DO NOT overloading electrical circuit
the power cord.
DO NOT disassemble or modify the AC
adapter.
DO NOT allow the AC adapter/power
plug to get wet, for example, by handling
them with wet hands or spilling
beverages on to them.
DO NOT apply excessive pressure to
the cutter unit.
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CAUTION
P-touch
Follow these guidelines to avoid minor personal injury and damage to the P-touch.
Store the P-touch on a flat, stable
surface such as a desk or in a drawer.
DO NOT leave the P-touch or any tape
within the reach of young children.
DO NOT place any heavy objects on top
of the P-touch.
Always use the suggested AC adapter
(AD-E001) for the P-touch and plug it
into an outlet with the specified voltage.
Failure to do so could result in damage
or failure of the P-touch.
DO NOT use the P-touch in places with
moisture or high humidity, such as
bathrooms.
DO NOT allow the P-touch to get wet, for
example, by handling it with wet hands
or spilling beverages onto them.
DO NOT disassemble or modify the
P-touch.
If you notice heat, an abnormal odour,
discoloration of the P-touch,
deformation, or anything else unusual
while using or storing the P-touch,
immediately discontinue use of the
P-touch, disconnect the AC adapter, and
remove the batteries.
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Rechargeable Li-ion battery
• At the time of purchase, the rechargeable Li-ion battery is slightly charged so that the
operation of the printer can be verified; however, the rechargeable Li-ion battery should
be fully charged with the AC adapter before the printer is used.
• If the printer will not be used for a long period of time, remove the rechargeable Li-ion
battery from the printer, and then store it in a location where it is not exposed to static
electricity, high humidity, or high temperatures (temperatures between 15°C/59°F and
25°C/77°F and 40 to 60% humidity are recommended). In order to maintain the efficiency
and life of the Li-ion rechargeable battery, charge it at least every six months.
• If you notice anything unusual about the rechargeable Li-ion battery the first time it is used,
for example overheating or rust, DO NOT continue to use the battery. Contact the retail
outlet where the printer was purchased.
Printer
• DO NOT install this machine near any device that will cause electromagnetic interference.
This machine may malfunction if left near a television or radio etc.
• DO NOT use the P-touch in any way or for any purpose not described in this guide. Doing
so may result in injury or damage to the machine.
• DO NOT put any foreign objects into the tape exit slot, AC adapter connector, or any other
part of the printer.
• DO NOT touch the print head (see page 6) with your fingers. Use the optional print head
cleaning cassette (TZe-CL4), the self-cleaning function of the printer, or a soft wipe (e.g.
a cotton swab) when cleaning the print head (refer to “Cleaning the Unit” on page 57.).
• DO NOT clean any part of the machine with alcohol or other organic solvents. Only use a
soft, dry cloth.
• DO NOT place the P-touch in direct sunlight, near heaters or other hot appliances, or in
any location exposed to extremely high or low temperatures, high humidity, or dust. The
standard operating temperature range of the P-touch is 10 to 35°C (50 to 95°F).
• DO NOT leave any rubber or vinyl, or products made of rubber or vinyl, on the printer for
an extended period of time, otherwise the printer may become stained.
• Depending on the environmental conditions and the applied settings, some characters or
symbols may be difficult to read.
• Use Brother TZe tapes with this machine.
• DO NOT pull or apply pressure to the tape in the cassette to avoid damaging the printer.
• DO NOT try to print labels using an empty tape cassette or without a tape cassette in the
P-touch. Doing so will damage the print head.
• DO NOT attempt to cut the tape while printing or feeding since this will damage the tape.
• Depending on the location, material, and environmental conditions, the label may unpeel
or become irremovable, and the colour of the label may change or be transferred to other
objects.
• DO NOT expose the tape cassettes to direct sunlight, high temperatures, high humidity,
or dust. Store tape cassettes in a cool, dark place. Use the tape cassettes soon after
opening the tape cassette package.
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• Markings made with oil-based or water-based ink may be visible through a label affixed
over them. To hide the markings, use two labels layered on top of each other or use a darkcoloured label.
• Any data stored in memory will be lost due to failure or repair of the P-touch, or if the
battery expires.
• When power is disconnected for more than two minutes, all text and format settings will be
cleared. Any text files stored in the memory will also be cleared.
• A protective clear plastic sticker is placed over the display during manufacturing and
shipping. This sticker should be removed prior to use.
• You can also use Heat Shrink Tube in this model. Please check the Brother website
(http://www.brother.com/) for further information. You may not be able to use some print
frame, label collection, or font settings when using heat shrink tape.
• The P-touch is not equipped with a charging feature for Ni-MH rechargeable batteries.
• The printed label may differ from the image that appears on the LCD.
• Note that Brother Industries, Ltd. does not assume responsibility for any damage or injury
arising from the failure to follow the precautions listed in this manual.
• We strongly recommend that you read this User’s Guide carefully before using your
P-touch, and then keep it nearby for future reference.
Symbols Used in this Guide
The following symbols are used throughout this guide to indicate additional information.
This symbol indicates information or directions that may result in damage or
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injury if ignored, or operations that will result in errors.
This symbol indicates information or directions that may help you understand
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and use the P-touch more efficiently.
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How to use the P-touch
Create a label with the P-touch
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• Prepare the P-touch.
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CREATING A LABEL
• Entering and Editing text.
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• Entering Symbols.
• Entering Accented Characters.
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Using Auto-Format Layouts.
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• Printing a label.
• Setting Margin.
• Printing from the Label collection.
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In addition to entering text, the P-touch has a
large range of formatting options.
Create labels like these:
Before printing, you can check the layout of
your label using the preview function.
Create labels like these:
Printing from the Label Collection
Using the Label Collection function, labels can be created easily by selecting and
then printing designs already built into the machine.
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Unpacking Your P-touch
Check that the package contains the following before using your P-touch.
H300
P-touch Starter Tape Cassette
Strap
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General Description
Cover latch
Tape exit slot
LCD display
Tape cutter lever
Keyboard
Tape cassette compartment
Tape cutter
Print head
Release lever
When shipped from the factory, the LCD display is covered with a protective sheet to prevent
damage. Remove this sheet before using the P-touch.
Tape viewer
Rear cover
AC adapter connector
LED lamp
Battery compartment
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1. Line number
Indicates the line number inside the label
layout.
2. Shift Mode
Indicates shift mode is on.
3. Start Line/4. End Line
The area between the start and end line
will be printed.
The short lines extending from the start/
end lines show the end of the label
layout.
5. Block Separator Line
Indicates the end of a block.
6. Cursor
Characters are entered to the left of the
cursor. Indicates the current data input
position.
7. Return mark
Indicates the end of a line of text.
8. Battery Level
Indicates remaining battery charge. Only
displayed when Li-ion battery is in use.
9. Caps mode
Indicates that the Caps mode is on.
10.-13. Style guidance
Indicates the current font (10), character
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size (11), character style (12) and frame
(13) settings.
14.Tape length
Indicates the tape length for the text
entered.
15.Cursor selection
Use the and keys to select menu
items and the and keys to change
the settings.
16.Counter
Indicates currently selected number/
selectable number.
17.Block Number
Indicates the block number.
Refer to “LCD Display” on page 23 for
configuration.
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-Half
-Low
-Empty
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Key Names and Functions
The default language is “English”.
1. Power
Turns the P-touch on and off.
2. Print Options
Enables Numbering or Mirror to be
selected and printed.
3. File
Enables frequently used labels in the file
memory to be printed, opened, saved, or
deleted.
4. Preview
Displays a preview of the label.
5. Print
Prints the current label design onto the
tape.
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6. Font
• Enables character attributes for the
label to be set.
• Character attributes can be set for
each line of the label when the Text
menu is opened in combination with
Shift
key.
the
7. Label
Enables label attributes for the label to
be set.
8. Symbol
Use this to select and enter a symbol
from a list of available symbols.
9. Auto-Format
Enables labels to be created using predefined templates or block formats.
10. Label Collection
Enables label collections to be selected
and printed.
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11. Menu
Enables operating preferences
(Language, Adjustment, etc.) for the
P-touch to be set.
12. Escape
Cancels the current command and
returns the display to the data entry
screen or the previous step.
13. Clear
Clears all text entered, or all text and
current label settings.
14. Cursor ( )
Moves the cursor in the direction of the
arrow.
15. OK
Selects the displayed option.
16. Letter
17. Backspace
• Use these keys to type letters or
numbers.
• Uppercase letters and symbols can
be entered using these keys in
combination with the
key.
Deletes the character to the left of the
cursor.
Caps
or
Shift
18. Shift
19. Caps
20. Accent
21. Space
22. Bar Code
23. Enter
Use this key in combination with the
letter and number keys to type
uppercase letters or the symbols
indicated on the number keys.
Turns Caps mode on and off.
Use this to select and enter an accented
character.
• Enters a blank space.
• Returns a setting to the default value.
Opens Bar Code Setup screen.
• Enters a new line when entering text.
• Enters a new block when used in
combination with the
Shift
key.
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Power Supply
Battery (Not Included)
After making sure that the power is off, remove the
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rear cover on the back of the machine. If the batteries
are already in the machine, remove them.
Make sure that the power is turned off when
replacing batteries.
Insert six new AA-size alkaline batteries (LR06), or
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fully charged six Ni-MH rechargeable batteries
(HR06), making sure that the positive (+) and negative
(-) ends of the batteries match the positive (+) and
negative (-) marks inside the battery compartment.
Users of alkaline batteries
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Always replace all six batteries at the same time
using brand new ones.
Users of Ni-MH rechargeable batteries
Always replace all six batteries at the same with
fully charged ones.
Visit us at http://solutions.brother.com/ for the
latest information about the recommended batteries.
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Attach the rear cover by inserting the three hooks at
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the bottom into the slots on the machine, then pushing
down firmly until it snaps into place.
Remove the batteries if you do not intend to use the P-touch for an extended period of time.
Power Supply
AC Adapter AD-E001 (Optional)
Use AD-E001 (AC adapter) for this machine. AD-18 or AD-24ES cannot be used.
Connect the AC adapter directly to the P-touch.
Insert the plug on the AC adapter cord into the connector marked DC IN 12 V on the
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P-touch.
Insert the AC adapter plug into a standard electrical outlet.
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• Turn the P-touch off before disconnecting the AC adapter.
• Do not pull or bend the AC adapter cord.
To safeguard and backup the memory, when the AC adapter is unplugged it is recommended to have AAsize alkaline batteries (LR06) or Ni-MH rechargeable batteries (HR06) installed in the machine.
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WARNING
• Only use the official AC adapter, which is designed for your P-touch. Failure to observe this
may result in an accident or damage. Brother shall not assume any responsibility for any
accident or damage resulting from not using the specified AC adapter.
• Do not connect the AC adapter to a non-standard electrical outlet. Failure to observe this may
result in an accident or damage. Brother shall not assume any responsibility for any accident
or damage resulting from not using a standard electrical outlet.
CAUTION
• Disconnect the AC adapter 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 more than two minutes, all text and format settings will be
cleared. Any text files stored in the memory will also be cleared.
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