• Read this User’s Guide before you start using your P-touch.
• Keep this User’s Guide in a handy place for future reference.
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the P-touch 2300!
Your new P-touch will allow you to create labels and stamps for any need. Its versatility
enables you to design custom labels by choosing from a variety of frame designs and from
many characters sizes and styles. In addition, the five tape widths (1/4” (6 mm), 3/8” (9 mm),
1/2” (12 mm), 3/4” (18 mm) and 1” (24 mm)) and variety of tape colors allow you to print
personalized labels, useful for color-coded filing.
You no longer have to worry about urgent tasks that require professional printing. In the office,
the factory, the lab and the home, the quality and performance of the P-touch 2300 makes it
an extremely practical machine.
Finally, as you may want to refer to this User’s Guide occasionally, we suggest that you keep it
in a handy place.
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the interference-causing equipment standard entitled “Digital Apparatus”, ICES-003 of the Department of Communications.
Canadian Department of Communications Compliance Statement
Switching the language of the messages between English and French
1. Erase all of the text in the display either with * or by holding down
ing *.
2. Hold down
or “FRANÇAIS”).
3. Keep
play, then release the keys.
☞
Use only the adaptor designed exclusively for this machine. See “GENERAL PRECAUTIONS”
on page 2.
c
and press F to display the current language setting (“ENGLISH”
c
held down and press F again until the desired setting appears in the dis-
The default setting is English.
Turning off the machine does not change the language setting.
The language cannot be changed if some text remains in the display.
c
and press-
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CONTENTS
Getting Started
GENERAL DESCRIPTION ................................................................................... 1
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS.................................................................................. 2
Use only Brother TZ tapes with this machine. Do not use tapes that do not have the
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mark.
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Do not pull on the tape being fed from the P-touch. This may damage the tape cassette.
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Do not use the machine in dusty places, and keep it out of both direct sunlight and rain.
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Do not expose the machine to high temperatures or high humidity. Never leave it on the
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dashboard or in the back of your car.
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Do not leave any rubber or vinyl on the machine for an extended period of time. Doing
so may cause staining.
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Do not clean the machine with alcohol or other organic solvents. Use a soft, dry cloth
only.
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Do not put any foreign objects into or anything on the machine.
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To avoid injuries, do not touch the cutter’s edge.
Use only the AC adaptor (model AD-60) designed exclusively for this machine. Use of
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any other adaptor will void the warranty.
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Do not try to disassemble the AC adaptor.
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When the machine is not being used for a long period of time and it is not necessary to
keep the text files stored in the memory, disconnect the AC adaptor, and remove the batteries to prevent them from leaking and damaging the machine.
When the AC adaptor is connected, unplugging the adaptor from the electrical outlet
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before unplugging it from the machine can delete all text files in the memory, even if batteries are installed.
• Use eight AA alkaline batteries in this machine.
BATTERIES
This portable machine can be used anywhere by installing eight (8)
AA alkaline batteries
When you change the batteries, always replace all eight at the same time.
To change the batteries:
1
Remove the battery compartment cover on the back of the machine.
2
If batteries are already installed, remove them.
3
Insert eight new AA alkaline batteries, making sure that their poles point in the correct
direction.
4
Attach the battery compartment cover.
☞
Be sure to insert the new batteries within five minutes of removing the old ones,
otherwise the text shown in the display and any text files stored in the memory will
be lost (unless the machine is plugged into an AC outlet with the AC adaptor).
Remove the batteries and disconnect the AC adaptor if you do not intend to use this
machine for an extended period of time. When the power is disconnected, all text
shown in the display and stored in the memory will be lost.
If the batteries are not installed with their positive and negative poles pointing in
the correct direction, the batteries may leak, overheat or burst, or the print head
may overheat.
.
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OPTIONAL AC ADAPTOR
The AC adaptor (model AD-60) allows you to use this machine wherever there is an electrical
outlet.
To connect the optional AC adaptor:
1
Insert the plug on the adaptor cord into the connector marked DC IN 9.5V on the right
side of the machine.
2
Insert the plug on the adaptor into the nearest standard electrical outlet.
☞
Only use the AC adaptor designed exclusively for this machine.
Remove the batteries and disconnect the AC adaptor if you do not intend to use this
machine for an extended period of time. When the power is disconnected, all text
shown in the display and stored in the memory will be lost.
When the AC adaptor is connected, unplugging the adaptor from the electrical outlet before unplugging it from the machine can delete all text files in the memory,
even if batteries are installed.
It is recommended that you use the AC adaptor when printing large fonts on
1” (24 mm)-wide tape since this operation can quickly drain the batteries.
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TAPE CASSETTE
A single TZ tape cassette is supplied with this unit. However, since TZ tape cassettes are available for this machine in a wide variety of colors and sizes, it is possible to make distinctive
color-coded and stylized labels.
In addition, this machine has been designed to allow you to change the tape cassettes quickly
and easily.
To change the tape cassette:
1
Lift open the tape compartment cover. The installed cassette is also released.
2
If a tape cassette is already installed, remove it by pulling it straight up.
3
If the ink ribbon in the other tape cassette is loose, use your finger to wind the toothed
wheel in the direction of the arrow on the cassette until there is no slack in the ribbon.
Also, make sure that the end of the tape feeds under the tape guides.
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If you are using a new tape cassette provided 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 sure that the inner ribbon does not catch on
the corner of the metal guide.
5
Close the compartment cover, then turn on the machine if it is off.
6
Hold down
c
and press
_
once to advance the tape and remove any slack.
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CONNECTING THE P-TOUCH TO A COMPUTER
This machine is equipped with a USB port, allowing you to connect the P-touch to your IBM
PC-compatible or Macintosh computer, and print labels and stamps created using the P-touch
Editor software.
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The P-touch Editor software and the printer driver must be installed before the P-touch is
connected to the computer or turned on. Follow the installation procedure on pages 7
through 16 to install the P-touch Editor software and the printer driver, and connect the
P-touch to the computer when you are instructed to do so.
A USB interface cable is not included with the PT-2300. When connecting the P-touch
to a computer, use a standard USB cable (high-speed compatible with series A and B
connectors).
To connect the P-touch to the computer:
1
Insert the flat (A) connector on the USB cable into the USB port on the computer.
2
Insert the square (B) connector on the USB cable into the USB port on the right side of the
P-touch.
3
Turn on the P-touch.
The USB cable needed for connecting the P-touch to the computer is not included. Be
☞
sure to use a cable that meets the following specifications.
Overmolded
Series “A” Plug
15.7
A
A
CCC
B
B
Overmolded
Series “B” Plug
C
Detail A-A
(Series
“A” Plug)
Optional Molded
10.5
7.5
12.0 12.0
27.0
32.0
9.0
9.0
Strain Relief
6
11.5
Detail B-B
(Series
“B” Plug)
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INSTALLING P-TOUCH EDITOR
The P-touch Editor software adds even more illustration and layout features to the label-making possibilities available with your PT-2300/2310.
☞
Do not connect the PT-2300/2310 to the computer before installing the P-touch Editor
software, otherwise it may not be installed correctly. Be sure not to connect the PT2300/2310 until you are instructed to do so.
On an IBM PC-Compatible Computer
To install the P-touch Editor software:
1
Check that your system configuration meets the following requirements.
Computer:
Operating system:
dows® 98/98SE/Me
Hard disk free space:
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Available memory:
Monitor:
USB port
CD-ROM drive
2
Insert the P-touch Editor Version 3.1 CDROM into the computer’s CD-ROM drive. A
dialog box automatically appears, allowing
you to select the language.
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IBM PC or compatible
Microsoft® Windows® 2000 or pre-installed with Microsoft® Win-
At least 20 MB
A few hundred megabytes of additional free space may be needed when printing
long labels or large amounts of data.
Minimum 32 MB
VGA or higher graphics card
If the dialog box does not automatically
appear, double-click “My Computer” on
the desktop, double-click the icon for
the CD-ROM drive containing the CDROM, and then double-click
“Setup.exe” to display the dialog box.
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83
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Select the language for the Windows operating system that you are using, and then click
the OK button. A dialog box appears, allowing you to select what to install.
4
Click the top button (P-touch Editor). The
InstallShield
®
Wizard for installing the Ptouch Editor software starts up, and then the
Welcome dialog box appears.
To install just the printer driver, click
the lower button (Printer driver). The
first Driver Setup dialog box appears,
informing you that the PT-2300/2310
printer driver will be installed.
Continue with the procedure in To
install the USB printer driver on
page 10.
5
Carefully read the contents of the dialog box,
and then click the Next button to continue.
The User Information dialog box appears.
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6
Type the necessary information into the
appropriate boxes (If the information has
already been registered in Windows®, it will
automatically appear.), and then click the
Next button. A dialog box appears, asking for
confirmation of the entered information.
7
Click the Yes button to register the entered
information. The Setup Type dialog box
appears.
☞
To change the information, click the
No button, and then return to step 6.
8
Select the installation method, and then click
the Next button.
• For a Typical or Compact installation
Selecting “Typical” or “Compact”, then
clicking the Next button immediately
starts installation.
Typical:
Compact:
All of the basic options
(P-touch Editor Version 3.1, clip
art, Auto Format templates, Help,
and 13 fonts) are installed.
Only P-touch Editor Version
3.1 is installed.
• For a Custom installation
Selecting “Custom”, then clicking the
Next button displays a dialog box that
allows you to select which options to
install. Only the options with a check
mark beside them will be installed. In
addition to the basic options listed for a
Typical installation, the User’s Guide can
also be installed.
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1) Select which options to install.
Editor:
Clip Art:
Fonts:
Auto Format
Templates:
User’s Guide:
Help:
If the Change button can be clicked while an option is selected, sub-components
can be selected. Click the Change button to display the Select Sub-components
dialog box, and then select the sub-components that you wish to install by putting
a check mark beside them. If certain options or sub-components are not installed,
some P-touch Editor functions may not be available. After selecting the desired
sub-components, click the Continue button.
2) Click the Next button to begin installation.
9
After P-touch Editor is installed, a dialog box
appears, allowing you to select whether or
not to install the printer driver.
To install the printer driver, click the Yes button. The first Driver Setup dialog box
appears, informing you that the
PT-2300/2310 printer driver will be installed.
Continue with the procedure in
To install the USB printer driver below
The P-touch Editor Version 3.1 software
The illustrations for the P-touch Editor Version 3.1 Clip Art func-
tion
The 13 fonts
The templates for the Auto Format function
The User’s Guide (HTML) for the P-touch Editor Version 3.1 (The
User’s Guide can also be viewed from the CD-ROM.)
The help files for P-touch Editor Version 3.1
.
If the printer driver is already installed, click
the No button, restart the computer, and then
remove the CD-ROM from the CD-ROM
drive.
To install the USB printer driver:
With Plug-and-Play, new devices connected to the system are detected, and their drivers are
automatically installed. If the PT-2300/2310 is to be connected through the USB port, its
driver will be installed with Plug-and-Play. Be sure to read the installation instructions
described below before installing the file supplied on the CD-ROM.
☞
Be sure not to connect the PT-2300/2310 until you are instructed to do so.
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1
Click the Next button. A dialog box appears,
instructing you to connect the PT-2300/2310
to the computer.
2
Connect the PT-2300/2310 to the computer
using a USB interface cable as described on
page 6, and then turn on the PT-2300/2310.
A dialog box appears, showing that the
printer driver has been installed.
3
Click the Finish button. A dialog box
appears, showing that installation is finished.
4
Select “Yes, I want to restart my computer
now.”, click the Finish button to restart the
computer, and then remove the CD-ROM
from the computer.
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To replace, add or delete the printer driver:
1
Turn off the PT-2300/2310, and then disconnect it from the computer.
2
Insert the P-touch Editor Version 3.1 CD-ROM
into the computer’s CD-ROM drive. A dialog
box automatically appears, allowing you to
select the language.
☞
If the dialog box does not automatically appear, double-click “My Computer” on the desktop, double-click the
icon for the CD-ROM drive containing
the CD-ROM, and then double-click
“Setup.exe” to display the dialog box.
3
Select the language for the Windows operating system that you are using, and then click
the OK button. A dialog box appears, allowing you to select what to install.
4
Click the bottom button (Printer driver). A
Driver Setup dialog box appears, allowing
you to select whether to replace, add or
delete the PT-2300/2310 printer driver.
5
Select the desired operation, and then click
the Next button.
☞
If “Replace with new Brother PT-2300/
2310” is selected, the previously
installed printer driver is deleted, and
replaced with a new one. Select this
option when upgrading the printer
driver, or when running Windows
2000 and changing to a PT-2300/2310
with a different serial number.
If “Add Brother PT-2300/2310” is selected, a new printer driver is added. With a
USB connection on Windows
new printer. Select this option when connecting and using multiple PT-2300/2310s
with the same computer.
®
98/Me, only a port is added without adding it as a
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6
If “Replace with new Brother PT-2300/
2310” or “Add Brother PT-2300/2310” was
selected:
you to connect the PT-2300/2310 to the
computer.
Connect the PT-2300/2310 to the computer
using a USB interface cable as described on
page 6, and then turn on the PT-2300/2310.
A dialog box appears, showing that the
printer driver has been installed.
Select “Yes, restart immediately.”, and then
click the Finish button to restart the computer.
If “Delete Brother PT-2300/2310” was
selected:
confirmation to delete all PT-2300/2310
printer drivers.
Click the Yes button. A dialog box appears,
showing that the printer drivers have been
deleted.
Click the Finish button.
☞
A dialog box appears, instructing
A dialog box appears, asking for
If a dialog box appears, explaining that
the computer should be restarted,
select the option for restarting the
computer, and then click the Finish
button.
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On a Macintosh Computer
The Mac version of the software is for a Mac with an English operating system. If the software is
installed on a Mac with an operating system in a different language, the software may not run properly.
To install the P-touch Editor software:
1
Check that your system configuration meets the following requirements.
Computer:
Operating system:
*This software is only compatible with Mac OS X classic.
Hard disk free space:
☞
Available memory free space:
USB port
CD-ROM drive
*The application is supplied on a CD-ROM; therefore, the computer should be equipped
with a CD-ROM drive.
2
Connect the PT-2300/2310 to the Macintosh using a USB interface cable. Be sure to leave
the PT-2300/2310 turned off.
3
Turn on the Macintosh.
4
Insert the P-touch Editor Version 3.1 CD-ROM into the computer’s CD-ROM drive.
5
Double-click the P-touch Editor 3.1
Installer icon in the folder that appears.
Macintosh, Power Macintosh or iMac
Mac OS 8.6 or later
At least 20 MB
A few hundred megabytes of additional free space may be needed when printing
long labels or large amounts of data.
Minimum 24 MB
6
After the installer starts up, select the
installation method.
• For a basic installation
Clicking the Install button immediately
starts installing the most basic options.
(Some clip art illustrations are not
installed.)
About 20 MB of available hard-disk
space is needed to begin installation. In
order to install all options, about 120
MB of available hard-disk space is
needed. If enough hard-disk space is
available, click the Install button.
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• For a Custom installation
Clicking the Custom Install button displays a dialog box that allows you to
select which options to install.
Only the options with a check mark
beside them are installed. Select the
options that you wish to install, and
then click the Install button.
☞
In order to print from the PT-2300/
2310, “PT-2300/2310 Driver” must
be selected for installation.
7
When the installation is finished and the
following dialog box appears, click the
Quit button.
8
When the dialog box appears, asking if
you wish to restart the computer, click the
Restart button to restart the computer.
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To select the PT-2300/2310 as the printer:
1
Turn on the PT-2300/2310.
2
Pull down the Apple menu and select
“Chooser” to display the Chooser window.
3
In the list on the left, click the PT-2300/
2310 icon. Then, select the appropriate
printer from the list on the right.
4
Close the Chooser window to confirm
your settings.
To delete P-touch Editor Version 3.1 and the printer driver:
☞
When deleting the printer driver, be sure that the P-touch is turned off and unplugged.
1
Drag the P-touch Editor Ver3.1 folder to the Trash icon.
2
In the System Folder, open the Extensions folder.
3
Drag the PT-2300/2310 icon and the USB PT-2300/2310 Extension icon to the Trash icon.
4
In the System Folder, open the Preferences folder.
5
Drag the PT-2300/2310 Prefs icon to the Trash icon.
STARTING P-TOUCH EDITOR
The P-touch Editor application makes it easy for anyone to design and print labels for almost
any need imaginable.
On an IBM PC-Compatible Computer
To start up P-touch Editor:
• By clicking the P-touch Editor icon:
• Double-click the “P-touch Editor 3.1” icon in the “P-touch Editor 3.1” group window.
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• With the Start button:
1
Click the Start button in the taskbar to display the Start menu.
2
Select “Programs”.
3
Select “P-touch Editor 3.1”.
4
Click “P-touch Editor 3.1”.
• With Windows Explorer:
1
Start up Windows Explorer.
2
Select the drive and directory where P-touch Editor is installed.
3
Double-click “Ptedit3.exe”.
After P-touch Editor is started, the following window is displayed.
Menu bar
Standard toolbar
Title bar
Property dock
Layout area
Print area
Draw toolbar
Object dock
Status bar
Rulers
Cursor
On a Macintosh Computer
To start up P-touch Editor:
●
Double-click the “P-touch Editor Ver3.1” icon in the “P-touch Editor Ver3.1” folder
installed on the computer.
After P-touch Editor is started, the following window is displayed.
Layout
area
Menu bar
Draw toolbar
Print toolbar
Database toolbar
Print
area
Title barRulers
Status bar
Property dockObject dock
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Notes on Usage
Barcodes
Keep the following points in mind when using P-touch Editor Version 3.1 to print barcodes.
• Barcodes should be printed on white tape. If other colors of tape are used, the barcode
reader may not be able to read the barcode correctly.
• Be sure to test the barcode reader to make sure that it can read printed barcodes in the
environment where you plan to use them. In some cases, the barcodes are not read correctly.
• The QR Code protocol can only be used with English. If data in any other language is
entered, the barcode may not be read correctly.
Databases
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 P-touch Editor Version 3.1 (Windows version) uses database files
that are compatible with Microsoft Access 97. By upgrading P-touch Editor Version 3.1
using a program available on the CD-ROM, P-touch Editor will become compatible with
Access 2000. Refer to the Readme file located at English\Ptouch\Editor\Ac2k on the CDROM (the folder name for French is “Francais”), and start up the program.
• P-touch Editor Version 3.1 can import files other than mdb files, such as csv files. Files
saved as csv files with an application such as Microsoft Excel can be used with P-touch
Editor. Refer to the User’s Guide supplied on the P-touch Editor Version 3.1 CD-ROM for
more details.
• Using a function available with Microsoft Access 97, Excel files can be linked to mdb files.
With this function, data changed in Excel is automatically updated with the P-touch Editor.
ATTACHING LABELS
LAMINATED TAPE
The enclosed stick enables you to easily remove the backing from labels printed on laminated
tapes.
1
Hold the tape in your left hand, with the printed surface facing up, and hold the stick in
your right hand.
2
Pass the tape halfway through the long narrow hole in the stick.
3
Turn the stick three-quarters of a turn towards you and pull the stick away from you as
shown below.
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4
ABCDEF
Peel off the label backing.
GH
ABCDEF
NON-LAMINATED TAPE
Labels printed on non-laminated tapes can be folded in half so that the inside edges of the two
backing pieces come off the label, enabling the backing to easily be peeled off.
INSTANT-LETTERING TAPE (RUB-ON TRANSFERS)
Instant-lettering tape is used to transfer your text onto paper. After printing the text onto
instant-lettering tape and cutting off the label, position the label with its non-printed side facing up on a sheet of paper. By simply rubbing the instant lettering tape’s non-printed side with
the enclosed stick, you can transfer the text directly onto the paper.
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Hold the tape very firmly and do not move it while rubbing the tape.
ABC
IRON-ON TRANSFER TAPE
Iron-on transfer tape is used to transfer your text onto garments using an iron.
1
Insert an iron-on transfer tape cassette, press p to print the text, then push down on
the tape cutter lever to cut off the label.
2
Iron the garment to flatten it before transferring the text.
3
Place the label on the garment at the location where you wish the text to be transferred.
4
Set the iron to cotton (150 to 180 ˚C), and then press down on the label with the iron for
about 15 seconds.
5
Allow the iron-on transfer to cool (for about 60 seconds), and then carefully remove the
backing paper.
H
C
U
-TO
P
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White garments made from 100% cotton with a plain (smooth) surface are best for ironon transfers.
You can also make transfers to garments made from 100% linen or cotton/polyester
blends as long as they have a plain (smooth) surface.
The label will not adhere properly to any cloth with a rough surface, such as pile or
denim, or with a waterproof surface. Heat-sensitive materials, such as nylon, acetate or
other similar fibres, are also unsuitable as they may be damaged when pressing with an
iron at a high temperature.
Do not move the iron while pressing, otherwise the label may move out of the desired
position. Press the iron straight down onto the cloth.
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After the backing tape has been removed, the transferred label may appear glossy. In
addition, some white spots may have appeared on the label if it was touched while the
backing tape was peeled off. These can be removed by ironing over the label with a
piece of cloth placed between the label and the iron.
Since the transferred label cannot be removed once it is applied, make all transfers with
care.
Washing:
Garments with transfer labels can be washed over 20 times if the label has been transferred
correctly. Normal biological and non-biological household detergents may be used.
The label may become discoloured if the garment is placed in bleach for an extended length
of time.
Be careful that hard objects such as buckles or buttons do not come into contact with the label
during the wash.
Do not dry clean garments which have had transfer labels applied.
Drying:
Garments with transfer labels may be dried either inside or outside out.
Do not tumble dry. The transfers will come off and may stick to other items of clothing.
Ironing:
Iron garments with transfers using normal temperature settings.
Be sure to place a piece of cloth between the iron and the label when you iron over it to pre-
vent the label from sticking to the iron.
P-TOUCH
The labels are non-toxic, however, please maintain the usual precautions, such as not placing
them in your mouth, etc.
Do not store the tape cassette in areas exposed to direct sunlight, high humidity or dust.
FABRIC TAPE
Fabric tape is used to attach a piece of fabric printed with your text onto garments using an
iron. After printing the text onto fabric tape and cutting off the label using scissors
label on an ironed garment at the location where you wish to attach it in such a way that the
printed text can be read correctly. Cover the label with another piece of cloth and use an iron
set to a medium-high temperature (320 to 356 ˚F (160 to 180 ˚C)) to press down firmly for 10
to 15 seconds. For more details, refer to the instructions included with the fabric tape cassette.
, place the
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STAMP TAPE
Refer to pages 38 through 40 for a detailed explanation on using the stamp tape to make
stamps.
PRINT HEAD & ROLLERS
Occasionally, specks of dust or dirt become attached to the machine’s print head and rollers.
This is particularly likely when you are using the unit outdoors or in a very dusty environment.
If a section of the print head is covered with dust, a blank horizontal streak may appear
through the label text. Therefore, as with a tape recorder, the machine’s head may need to be
cleaned from time to time.
To clean the print head and rollers:
1
Turn off the machine.
2
Open the tape compartment cover, then remove the tape cassette if one is installed. The
print head and rollers are located in the tape compartment.
3
Print head: Use a dry cotton swab to gently wipe the print head with an up-and-down
motion.
Rollers: Use a dry cotton swab to wipe each roller with an up-and-down motion while
rotating them with 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 a cotton swab
dipped in isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol.
If none of the above works, contact your service representative.
Print head
Print head
☞
The print head can be cleaned more easily if the optional print head cleaning cassette
(TZ-CL4) is used.
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For Your Information
POWER KEY
The power key ( o ) is located in the lower-right corner of the keyboard. If batteries have
been installed or the machine has been plugged in using the optional AC adaptor, the previous session’s information is displayed when the machine is turned on. This feature allows you
to stop work on a label, turn off the machine, and return to it later without having to re-enter
the text.
The machine will automatically turn off if no key is pressed within 5 minutes (30 minutes if the
machine is connected to a computer). The machine’s internal memory stores the current session’s information and displays it when you turn on the machine again.
To turn on the machine:
●
Press o. The previous session’s information appears in the LCD display.
To turn off the machine:
●
Press o. The current session’s information is stored in the internal memory.
CURSOR KEYS
The machine’s LCD display shows two rows of 9 characters; however, the text that you create
can be up to 99 characters long. You can review and edit your text by using the cursor keys to
move the cursor so that different parts are shown in the display.
LEFT CURSOR KEY
To move the cursor one character to the left:
Press f once.
●
To move the cursor several characters to the left:
Hold down f until the cursor moves to the desired position.
●
To move the cursor to the beginning of the current line:
Hold down
●
c
and press f.
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RIGHT CURSOR KEY
To move the cursor one character to the right:
●
Press w once.
To move the cursor several characters to the right:
●
Hold down w until the cursor moves to the desired position.
To move the cursor to the end of the current line:
●
Hold down
c
and press w.
UP CURSOR KEY
To move the cursor up to the previous line:
●
Press h once.
If the cursor is in the first line of text, it will move to the beginning of the line.
☞
To move the cursor up several lines:
●
Hold down h until the cursor moves to the desired position.
To move the cursor to the beginning of the entire text:
●
Hold down
c
and press h.
DOWN CURSOR KEY
To move the cursor down to the following line:
●
Press e once.
☞
If the cursor is in the last line of text, it will move to the end of the line.
To move the cursor down several lines:
Hold down e until the cursor moves to the desired position.
●
To move the cursor to the end of the entire text:
●
Hold down
c
and press e.
CODE, ALT & SHIFT KEYS
Most characters can be entered simply by pressing their keys. However, to use special functions or to enter capital letters, accented characters and some symbols, the following special
keys are necessary.
CODE KEY
To use a function printed above a key:
●
Hold down
24
c
and press the key immediately below the desired function.
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EXAMPLE
To start the Symbol function:
Alt
Caps
1:
DANGER_
Hold down
●
and press a once.
c
Alt
Caps
ÆæÃã
Ü
ALT KEY
To type in characters printed in color on the right-hand side of the keys:
●
Hold down a and press the key of the desired character written in color. The
cator on the left side of the display comes on while a is held down.
EXAMPLE
To type in “–”:
●
Hold down a and press / once. The
down.
Alt
Caps
1:
012_
Alt
indicator comes on while a is held
Alt
Caps
1:
012–_
Alt
indi-
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SHIFT KEY
To type in a capital letter or a symbol printed in the top left-hand corner of a key:
●
Hold down s and press the key of the desired letter or symbol.
EXAMPLE
To type in “%”:
Alt
Caps
1:
5 _
●
Hold down s and press 5.
Alt
Caps
1:
5%_
The
Caps
mode is similar to holding down s. It allows you to type capital letters continu-
ously.
To type in many capital letters:
1
Hold down
c
and press s. The
comes on.
Alt
Caps
1:
_
2
Press the keys of the desired letters or symbols.
3
To exit
Caps
mode, hold down
c
26
Caps
indicator on the left side of the display
and press s. The
Caps
indicator goes off.
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SPACE KEY
The
Space
key (
_
) lets you add blank spaces between characters in your text. It is differ-
ent from the right cursor key ( w ), which just moves the cursor without adding blank
spaces.
To add a space:
●
Press
_
.
EXAMPLE
To add a space:
Alt
Caps
1:
J._
Press
_
.
Alt
Caps
1:
J. _
●
RETURN KEY
Like on a typewriter or word processor, this machine’s return key (
of text and start another one. When you have finished entering one line, press the return key to
make a new line and move the cursor to it.
The text can only contain a maximum of six lines. If you press
☞
already exist, the error message “6 LINE LIMIT!” will appear.
r
) is used to end a line
r
when six text lines
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.
Tape widthsMaximum number of lines that can be printed
1/4" (6 mm)2
3/8" (9 mm)2
1/2" (12 mm)3
3/4" (18 mm)6
1" (24 mm)6
Stamp 3/4" (18 mm)3
Stamp 1" (24 mm)5
The return key can also be used to select an item from a list (e.g., add a symbol or accented
character to the text) or to apply a selected setting.
Some questions asking you to confirm a command may appear on the LCD display, especially
when the function that you have chosen will delete or affect files. In these cases, pressing
r
is like answering “yes”.
To answer “no”, press
☞
To add a new line:
●
Press
r
. The return mark ( ) appears to indicate the end of the line.
To select an item from a list:
Press
Press
r
r
.
●
To answer “yes”:
●
*
. Refer to DELETE KEY on page 30.
TAB FUNCTION
This function allows you to separate sections of a line of text by adding tabs. This enables you
to create perfectly aligned columns without having to type in several spaces. All tabs have the
same length and are measured from either the beginning of the line or the previous tab if there
is more than one. The tab length can be set between 0.0” and 11.8” (0.0 and 30.0 cm).
☞
The text can contain no more than 50 tabs. If 50 tabs have already been added to the
text when
Q
is pressed, the error message “TAB LIMIT!” appears.
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To set the tab length:
1
Hold down
2
Press h or e until the desired length is displayed or use the number keys to type in
c
and press W once. The current tab length is displayed.
the length.
☞
To change the units (inches or centimeters) used to display the tab lengths, press
M
until the desired units are displayed.
3
Press
r
.
To add a tab:
●
Hold down
c
and press Q once. The tab mark ( ) appears in the text to indi-
cate the position of the tab.
☞
If the text in front of a tab extends past the point where the next section of text
should start, the text will instead start at the following tab position.
For example, if the tab length is set to 1.2” (3.0 cm) and the following text is typed
in:
Press the key of the letter in the desired accented character.
☞
c
and press A. The message “ACCENT a – u / A – U?” appears on the
To type a capital letter, hold down s (or hold down
on
Caps
mode) before pressing the letter key.
˜
Symbol
function.
c
and press s to turn
3
Press f or w until the desired accented character appears enlarged within the frame
in the middle of the display.
4
Press
r
. The accented character is added to the text.
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To type in a series of accented characters, hold down
☞
Then, continue adding accented characters by selecting them as explained in steps
2
and 3, and holding down
selecting the last character in the series.
c
while pressing
c
before pressing
r
. Press just
r
r
after
.
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EXAMPLE
To add the accented character “É”:
1
Hold down
Hold down s and press E.
2
3
Press w until É appears in the frame.
c
and press A.
Alt
ACCENT
Caps
a–u/A–U?
Alt
Caps
ÉËÊE
È
Alt
Caps
È ËÊE
É
˜
˜
4
Press
r
.
Alt
Caps
1:
RESUMÉ_
SYMBOL FUNCTION
In addition to the letters, symbols and numerals on the key tops, there are 53 additional marks
available with the
The following symbols are available:
Symbol
function.
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☞
GroupSymbol
☞
˜
E
23
RC
234
1ÜÆæÃ ãe˜Õõ°
2+
×÷
=§
3
TM
[]
4
5
♥ ★
To type in a symbol:
1
Hold down
2
Press h or e to display different rows of symbols and press f or w until the
c
and press a. A row of symbols appear in the display.
desired symbol appears enlarged within the frame in the middle of the display.
3
Press
r
. The symbol is added to the text.
☞
To type in a series of symbols, hold down
tinue adding symbols by selecting them as explained in steps
ing down
c
while pressing
r
c
before pressing
. Press just
r
2
and 3, and hold-
r
after selecting the last
. Then, con-
symbol in the series.
EXAMPLE
To add the symbol “ ”:
1
Hold down
2
Press
c
and press
h
or e until the row containing
a
.
Alt
Caps
ÆæÃã
Ü
“” appears, then press
“” appears in the frame.
f or w until
Alt
Caps
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3
Press
.
r
AUTO FORMAT FUNCTION
Alt
Caps
1:
DANGER _
With the
Auto Format
function, you can select from a variety of preset formats perfect for your
specific need. This function automatically adjusts the label length, tape margins and horizontal alignment without changing the text or any other formats, allowing you to create labels
faster and easier.
and press Y once. The currently selected setting appears in the dis-
play.
2
Press h or e to select the desired setting.
☞
To return to default settings, press
3
Press
r
to apply the selected setting.
☞
The
Length
indicator comes on if any setting other than
EXAMPLE
To select the AUDIO CASSETTE setting:
Hold down
1
and press Y.
c
_
.
DEFAULT
Alt
DEFAULT
Caps
is selected.
Press h or e until the
2
setting is displayed.
3
Press
r.
AUDIO CASSETTE
Alt
AUDIO
Caps
CASSETTE
STAMP FUNCTION
The
Stamp
function allows you to quickly and easily create your own stamp stencil films for
customized stamps. After inserting a stamp film cassette, select this function to automatically
center the text and adjust the tape length and margins to a perfect format for the pre-inked
stamp film holders. Since the stamp holder is reusable, just make a new stamp stencil film and
replace the one in the holder.
To make a stamp:
1
Type in the text, and then insert a medium (3/4” (18-mm)-wide) or a large (1” (24-mm)-
wide) stamp film cassette.
2
Hold down
display.
c
and press U once. The message “STAMP FORMAT?” appears in the
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3
Press
r
. The text is automatically formatted 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 cut off, remove the backing paper from the stamp stencil
film and affix it to the ink pad of a stamp film holder.
☞
After setting the stamp format for a large (1” (24-mm)-wide) stamp cassette, be sure to
use the
Clear
function to return all format functions to their default settings
(TXT&FORMAT)
before creating the next label.
EXAMPLE
To cut a stamp:
1
Enter the text and insert a stamp film cassette in the tape compartment.
2
Hold down
Press
3
Press p to engrave the stamp stencil film, and then automatically cut off.
4
r
c
and press U.
.
Alt
STAMP
Caps
FORMAT?
Alt
1:
J Smith
Caps
2:
1234 Main
Alt
COPIES
Caps
1/1
To affix a stamp:
5
Remove the stamp frame from around the stamp
film holder ink pad, one side at a time, then
remove the protective seal covering the ink pad
and the backing paper from the stamp stencil film.
6
With the glossy side of the stamp stencil film
upward, align one of its ends with the slit on the
side of the stamp film holder.
Tape end
Glossy side
_
Slit
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Hold the end of the stamp stencil film in place
7
with your thumb, then pass the tape through the
guides while pulling it tight.
Fold the other end of the stamp stencil film over
8
the other side of the stamp film holder and hold it
in place with your finger.
9
Fit the stamp frame over the stamp stencil film and
push it into place.
Guides
Fold over
40
0
Insert the stamp film holder straight into its cap.
☞
Be sure that the stamp is correctly covered in order
to prevent ink spills.
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FONT FUNCTION
With the
Font
function, you can choose one of four fonts for your text.
The following font settings are available:
The default font setting is
FONT 1
.
To change the font setting:
1
While holding down
c
, press 1 once, and keep
current font setting.
2
While still holding down
c
, continue pressing 1 until the desired font setting is
displayed.
3
Release
c
to apply the selected font setting to the entire text.
EXAMPLE
To select the FONT 2 font setting:
While holding down
1
and keep
c
held down.
, press 1 once,
c
Alt
FONT
Caps
1
c
held down to display the
2
While still holding down
1
until
FONT 2
3
Release
c
.
c
is displayed.
, continue pressing
Alt
FONT
Caps
2
A
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SIZE & WIDTH FUNCTIONS
The character size can be adjusted using both the
ter size that can be used depends on the width of the tape, the following table shows the character sizes that can be used with each tape width.
The default size setting is
selected size setting is always shown by the indicators above the display. In addition, when a
width setting other than
With the
tape and automatically adjusts the characters to the largest possible size. However, seven other
point sizes are also available, and each can be printed with any of the three width settings.
(in points)
Size
setting
6
9
AUTO
size setting, the machine compares your text with the width of the installed
Width setting
NARROW
AUTO
MEDIUM
Width setting
and the default width setting is
is selected, the
MEDIUM
Size
and
Width
Width
indicator comes on.
Width setting WIDE
functions. Since the charac-
MEDIUM
. The currently
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12
18
24
36
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To change the size setting:
1
While holding down
current size setting.
2
While still holding down
displayed.
The current size setting is shown by the size indicators at the top of the display.
☞
3
Release
☞
c
to apply the selected size setting to the entire text.
With the
AUTO
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 installed, the text will be printed with a character size of 29 points.
EXAMPLE
To select the 24 point size setting:
While holding down
1
and keep
c
held down.
c
, press 2 once, and keep
c
, continue pressing 2 until the desired size setting is
c
held down to display the
setting selected and 3/4” (18-mm) or 1” (24-mm)-wide tape
, press 2 once,
c
Alt
SIZE
Caps
AUTO
2
While still holding down
until 24 is displayed.
2
3
Release
c
.
c
, continue pressing
Alt
SIZE
Caps
24
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To change the width setting:
1
While holding down
c
current width setting.
, press 3 once, and keep
c
held down to display the
2
While still holding down
The
Width
indicator comes on when a setting other than
to apply the selected width setting to the entire text.
3
☞
Release
c
EXAMPLE
To select the WIDE width setting:
1
While holding down
and keep
2
While still holding down
3
c
until WIDE is displayed.
3 Release c.
c
, continue pressing 3 until the desired width setting is displayed.
, press 3 once,
c
held down.
c
, continue pressing
STYLE FUNCTION
Alt
WIDTH
Caps
MEDIUM
Alt
WIDTH
Caps
WIDE
MEDIUM
is selected.
You can choose from nine different character styles to apply to your text.
Characters printed using the smaller sizes may be difficult to read if certain style settings
The default style setting is
current style setting when any setting other than
Refer to
Reference
at the end of this section for samples of the available settings.
NORMAL
. The style indicator at the bottom of the display shows the
NORMAL
is selected.
To change the style setting:
1
While holding down
c
, press 4 once, and keep
c
held down to display the
current style setting.
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2
While still holding down
displayed.
☞
The current style setting is shown by the style indicator at the bottom of the display.
3
Release
c
to apply the selected style setting to the entire text.
EXAMPLE
To select the I+SHAD style setting:
c
, continue pressing 4 until the desired style setting is
1
While holding down
and keep
While still holding down
2
4
3
Release
REFERENCE
REFERENCE
Font
setting
FONT 1
FONT 2
c
, press 4 once,
held down.
until
c
c
I+SHAD
is displayed.
.
, continue pressing
c
Alt
STYLE
Caps
NORMAL
Alt
STYLE
Caps
I+SHAD
Style setting
NORMALBOLDOUTLINESHADOWITALIC
FONT 3
FONT 4
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Font
setting
FONT 1
FONT 2
FONT 3
FONT 4
I+BOLDI+OUTLI+SHAD
UNDERLINE FUNCTION
You can emphasize your text by underlining it.
The default underline setting is
Undl/Frm
indicator on the right side of the display comes on.
UNDL
ON
OFF
. When the
Style setting
Underline
function is set to
VERT
UNDL ON
, the
To turn on or off the Underline function:
1
While holding down
current underline setting.
2
While still holding down
ting is displayed.
☞
The
Undl/Frm
3
Release
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c
c
, press 5 once, and keep
c
, continue pressing 5 until the desired underline set-
indicator comes on when the
to apply the selected underline setting to the entire text.
c
UNDL ON
held down to display the
setting is selected.
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EXAMPLE
To select the UNDL ON underline setting:
1
While holding down
c
held down.
until
UNDL ON
c
is displayed.
.
function, you can choose from various frames and highlights to design a more
With the
and keep
2
While still holding down
5
3
Release
Frame
decorative or emphasized label.
The default setting is
FRAME OFF
c
, press 5 once,
Alt
UNDL
Caps
OFF
c
, continue pressing
Alt
UNDL
Caps
ON
FRAME FUNCTION
; however, the following six settings are also available.
When any setting other than
of the display comes on.
To change the frame setting:
1
While holding down
c
current frame setting.
FRAME OFF
is selected, the
, press 6 once, and keep
Undl/Frm
c
indicator on the right side
held down to display the
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2
While still holding down
displayed.
☞
The
Undl/Frm
selected.
3
Release
c
to apply the selected frame setting to the entire text.
EXAMPLE
To select the candy frame setting:
While holding down
1
and keep
c
c
, continue pressing 6 until the desired frame setting is
indicator comes on when any setting other than
, press 6 once,
c
held down.
Alt
FRAME
Caps
OFF
FRAME OFF
is
While still holding down
2
ing 6 until the candy frame is displayed.
3
Release
c
.
, continue press-
c
Alt
Caps
TAPE MARGIN FUNCTION
The
Tape margin
sides of your text.
The default tape margin setting is
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 other than
The extra tape is cut off if the
margins are equal.
function allows you to adjust the size of the margins on the left and right
FULL
; however, three other settings are also available.
FULL
is selected, extra tape is fed out before printing starts.
Auto cut
function is set to ON, so that the left and right
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To change the tape margin setting:
1
While holding down
c
, press E once, and keep
current tape margin setting.
2
While still holding down
c
ting is displayed.
3
Release
c
to apply the selected tape margin setting to the entire text.
EXAMPLE
To select the HALF tape margin setting:
1
While holding down
c
c
held down to display the
, continue pressing E until the desired tape margin set-
, press E once,
and keep
2
While still holding down
ing E until
Release
3
c
c
held down.
HALF
is displayed.
.
c
, continue press-
Alt
MARGIN
Caps
FULL
Alt
MARGIN
Caps
HALF
HORIZONTAL ALIGNMENT FUNCTION
You can choose to align the text in one of three ways. In addition, if the
used to set the length of the label, the text will align within the label according to the selected
horizontal alignment setting.
The default setting is
LEFT
; however, two other settings are also available.
LEFTRIGHT
Length
function was
CENTER
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To change the horizontal alignment setting:
1
While holding down
c
, press R once, and keep
current horizontal alignment setting.
2
While still holding down
c
, continue pressing R until the desired horizontal align-
ment setting is displayed.
3
Release
c
to apply the selected horizontal alignment setting to the entire text.
EXAMPLE
To select the RIGHT horizontal alignment setting:
c
held down to display the
While holding down
1
and keep
While still holding down
2
ing R until
Release
3
c
c
held down.
RIGHT
.
, press R once,
c
, continue press-
c
is displayed.
Alt
ALIGN
Caps
LEFT
Alt
ALIGN
Caps
RIGHT
MIRROR PRINTING FUNCTION
With this function, you can print your text so that the characters can be read from the tape side
of the tape. If mirror-printed labels are attached to glass or some other clear material, they can
be read correctly from the opposite side.
☞
When using the
The default mirror printing setting is
Mirror printing
ON
function, the text should be printed on clear tape.
OFF
.
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To turn on or off the mirror printing setting:
1
While holding down
c
, press p once, and keep
current mirror printing setting.
2
While still holding down
c
, continue pressing p until the desired mirror printing
setting is displayed.
3
Release
c
to apply the selected mirror printing setting to the entire text.
EXAMPLE
To select the ON mirror printing setting:
1
While holding down
c
, press
p
once,
c
held down to display the
and keep
2
While still holding down
ing p until ON is displayed.
3
Release
c
c
held down.
.
c
, continue press-
Alt
MIRROR
Caps
OFF
Alt
MIRROR
Caps
ON
ABC
ABC
LENGTH FUNCTION
Although the length of the printed label automatically adjusts to fit the length of the entered
text, there may be times when you will want to make a label with a specific length. The
Length
function allows you to set the label length between 1.6” and 11.8” (4.0 cm and 30.0
cm).
The default length setting is
on the right side of the display comes on.
OFF
. When the
Length
function is set to ON, the
Length
indicator
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To turn on or off the Length function:
1
While holding down
c
, press T once, and keep
c
held down to display the
current length of the label (the text and both margins) briefly, then display the current
label length setting (ON or
2
While still holding down
OFF
).
c
, continue pressing T until the desired label length set-
ting is displayed.
The
Length
☞
3
Release
4
Press h or e to select the desired length or use the number keys to enter a length.
☞
c
To change the units (inches or centimeters) used to display the label length, press
M
To change the length in 1” (1.0-cm)-steps, hold down either
indicator comes on when ON is selected.
. If ON was selected, the current label length setting is displayed.
until the desired units are displayed.
h or e, and then
release the key when the desired setting is displayed.
5
Press
r
.
EXAMPLE
To select a label length of 5”:
While holding down
1
Alt
LENGTH
Caps
5.3inch
c
, press
2 While still holding down c, continue press-
ing T until ON is displayed.
3 Release c.
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once, and keep c held down.
T
Alt
LENGTH
Caps
OFF
Alt
LENGTH
Caps
ON
Alt
LENGTH
Caps
4.0inch
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Press h until
4
5.0inch
is displayed.
Alt
LENGTH
Caps
5.0inch
5
Press
r
.
AUTO CUT FUNCTION
The
Auto cut
each label after it is printed. Turn on the
cut off the labels automatically after printing them.
To turn on or off the Auto cut function:
☞
1
While holding down
current auto cut setting.
2
While still holding down
is displayed.
3
Release
EXAMPLE
function allows you to set whether or not the machine will automatically cut off
Auto cut
After printing a label with the
_
once to feed the tape, then cut it.
c
c
to apply the selected auto cut setting.
Auto cut
function set to
, press Z once, and keep
c
, continue pressing Z until the desired auto cut setting
To turn on the Auto cut function:
While holding down
1
and keep
c
held down.
, press Z once,
c
function before starting to print in order to
OFF
, hold down
c
held down to display the
Alt
AUTO CUT
Caps
OFF
c
and press
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2
While still holding down
Z
until ON is displayed.
c
, continue pressing
Alt
AUTO CUT
Caps
ON
3
Release
c
.
PRINT KEY
After you have entered your text and chosen the desired format settings, you are ready to print.
If the
☞
Auto cut
printed.
To print a label:
Press
●
p
printed is displayed.
EXAMPLE
To print a label and cut it off:
Press p once
●
function is set to ON, the label will automatically be cut off after it is
once. The message “COPIES” followed by the number of the label being
.
Alt
COPIES
Caps
1/1
FEED & CUT FUNCTION
The
Feed & Cut
example after printing with the
rupted.
To feed and cut off 1” (24 mm) of tape:
●
Hold down
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function is used to feed out 1” (24 mm) of tape and automatically cut it off, for
Auto cut
c
and press
_
function set to
OFF
or when printing has been inter-
once. 1” (24 mm) of tape is fed out and cut off.
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NUMBERING FUNCTION
This function can be used to print many copies of the same text while increasing a certain
number in the text by 1 after each label is printed.
To use the Numbering function:
1
Press f, w, h or e to position the cursor below the number that you wish to
increase.
2
Hold down
with the current setting.
3
Press a number key between 1 and 9 (or press h or e) to select the last num-
ber that is to be printed.
☞
4
Press p (or
while it is being printed.
☞
EXAMPLE
c
and press O. The message “NUMBER UNTIL” appears in the display
To cancel the
r
If the
Auto cut
printed.
Numbering
, hold down
c
and press O (or press just * ).
) to begin printing the labels. The number of each copy is displayed
function is set to ON, each label is automatically cut off after it is
To print three labels with numbers 1, 2 and 3:
1
Position the cursor below “1”.
2
Hold down c and press O.
Alt
Caps
1:
STUDIO _
Alt
NUMBER
Caps
UNTIL
1
1
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3
Press 3.
Press p (or
4
r
Alt
NUMBER
Caps
UNTIL
3
).
Alt
COPIES
Caps
1/3
Alt
COPIES
Caps
3/3
Alt
COPIES
Caps
2/3
REPEAT PRINTING FUNCTION
This function allows you to print up to 9 copies of the same text.
To use the Repeat printing function:
1
Hold down
c
and press I. The message “COPIES” appears in the display with the
current setting.
2
Press a number key between 1 and 9 (or press h or e) to select the number
of copies that are to be printed.
☞
To cancel the
Repeat printing
, hold down
c
and press I (or press just * ).
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3
Press p (or
r
while it is being printed.
☞
If the
Auto cut
printed.
EXAMPLE
To print three copies of a label:
) to begin printing the labels. The number of each copy is displayed
function is set to ON, each label is automatically cut off after it is
Hold down
1
2
Press 3.
Press p (or
3
☞
If the
Auto cut
c
and press I.
Alt
COPIES
Caps
1
Alt
COPIES
Caps
3
).
r
Alt
COPIES
Caps
1/3
Alt
COPIES
Caps
3/3
Alt
COPIES
Caps
2/3
function is set to ON, each label is automatically cut off after it is printed.
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MEMORY FUNCTIONS
You can use the memory to store your most frequently used text files. The text remains in the
memory, along with its formatting, even after all characters are removed from the display
using the
When each file is stored, it is given a number to make recalling it easier. Up to 10 text files or
as much as 300 characters can be stored in the memory. (A single text file can have a maximum of 99 characters.)
Since a copy of the stored text file is recalled when the
edited or printed without changing the originally stored file. When a file is no longer needed
or more space is necessary, the
☞
Clear
function (holding down
Memory delete
When inserting new batteries, be sure to insert the new ones within five minutes of
removing the old ones, otherwise any text files stored in the memory will be lost (unless
the machine is plugged into an electrical outlet with the AC adaptor).
c
and pressing * ).
Recall
function is used, the text can be
function can be used to delete it.
STORING TEXT
To store a text file:
1
Hold down
currently selected file number.
☞
2
Press a number key (or press h or e) to select the file number where you wish to
store the text.
3
Press
shown in the display reappears.
c
and press 7. The message “STORE” appears on the display with the
If 300 characters have already been stored, the error message “MEMORY FULL!”
appears in the display. If this occurs, an existing text file must be deleted before the
new one can be stored.
To quit the
(or press just * ).
r
Store
function without storing the text, hold down
. The text is stored under the selected file number and the text previously
c
and press
7
☞
If a file is already stored under the selected file number, the message “OVERWRITE?” appears in the display and you must decide whether or not to overwrite it
(delete it from the memory and store the new one).
To overwrite the stored file with the new one:
●
Press
r
to delete the previously stored file and store the new one under the selected
number.
To go back and choose another file number without overwriting the text file, press
☞
*
, and then select a different file number.
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RECALLING TEXT
To recall a text file:
1
Hold down
the file number and beginning of the most recently stored or recalled text.
c
and press 8. The message “RECALL” appears on the display with
To quit the
☞
(or press just * ).
2
Press a number key (or press h or e) to select the file number containing the text
that you wish to recall. The text stored under the selected file number is shown.
☞
To see other parts of the selected text file, press
To display the text stored under other file numbers, press
a different file number.
3
Press
r
the selected file number is recalled into the display.
Recall
function without recalling text, hold down
f or w.
. Any text previously entered in the display is erased and the text stored under
c
and press
h or e, or the key of
8
DELETING A FILE
To delete a text file:
1
Hold down
file number and beginning of the most recently stored or recalled text.
☞
2 Press a number key (or press h or e) to select the file number containing the text
that you wish to delete. The text stored under the selected file number is shown.
c
and press 9. The message “CLEAR” appears on the display with the
To cancel the
c
and press
Memory delete
9
(or press just * ).
function without deleting the text file, hold down
☞To see other parts of the selected text file, press f or w.
To display the text stored under other file numbers, press h or e, or the key of
a different file number.
3 Press r. The message “OK TO CLEAR?” appears.
☞To go back and select a different text file, press *.
4 Press r to delete the text file that was selected.
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EXAMPLE
To store text under file number 4:
1
Hold down
2
Press 4.
c
and press 7.
Alt
STORE
Caps
[0]
Alt
STORE
Caps
[4]
3
Press
r
.
To recall the text from file number 1:
1
Hold down
2
Press
3
Press
1
r
c
.
.
and press 8.
Alt
Caps
1:
J. Smith_
Alt
RECALL
Caps
[9]J. Smit
Alt
RECALL
Caps
[1]Bill Re
Alt
Caps
1:
_ill Reyn
B
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To delete the text stored under file number 4:
Hold down
1
2
Press 4.
and press 9.
c
Alt
CLEAR
Caps
[1]Bill Re
Alt
CLEAR
Caps
[4]J. Smit
3
4
Press
Press
r
r
.
Alt
OK TO
Caps
CLEAR?
.
Alt
Caps
1:
_ill Reyn
B
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TROUBLESHOOTING
ProblemRemedy
1. The display stays blank after you have
turned on the machine.
2. The machine does not print or the
printed characters are blurred.
3. The text files that you stored in the memory are no longer there.
4. The printed characters are not formed
properly.
5. A blank horizontal line appears through
the printed label.
6. Striped tape appears.• You have reached the end of the tape.
7. The machine has “locked up” (i.e., nothing happens when a key is pressed).
• Check that the AC adaptor is connected
correctly.
• If you are using alkaline batteries, check
that they are correctly inserted.
• If the batteries are low, replace them with
new ones.
• Check that the tape cassette has been
inserted properly.
• If the tape cassette is empty, replace it
with a new one.
• Make sure that the tape compartment
cover has been closed.
• If the batteries are low, replace them with
new ones.
• If you are using alkaline batteries, they
may be low. Try using the AC adaptor or
replace the batteries with new ones.
• Clean the print head as explained on
page 22.
Replace the tape cassette with a new
one.
• Turn off the machine, and then while
holding down
machine back on. The text and formats
in the display and all text files stored in
the memory are erased.
c
and R, turn the
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ERROR MESSAGE LIST
Error MessageCauseRemedy
6 LINE
LIMIT!
BATTERIES
WEAK!
BUFFER
EMPTY!
BUFFER
FULL!
CAN’T
HERE
CASSETTE
CHANGED!
This message appears if six lines
already exist when you press
This message appears when the
installed alkaline batteries become
weak.
• This message appears if you hold
down
c
and press T, but
no text has been entered in the display.
• This message appears if you try to
print or store a text file in the
memory, but no text has been
entered in the display.
This message appears if you try to
enter a character, symbol, return or
space after 99 characters have
already been entered.
This message appears if the cursor is
at the end of the text when you hold
down
c
and press O.
This message appears if the tape cassette is changed while the P-touch is
receiving data from the computer.
r
Limit the number of lines to six.
.
Replace the batteries or use the
AC adaptor.
• Enter some text before starting
the function.
• Enter text before printing or
storing.
Delete some existing text so that
more text can be entered.
Move the cursor below a
number before holding down
c
and pressing O.
Cancel the print job, install the
correct tape cassette, and then
try printing again.
CHANGE
ADAPTOR!
COOLING
DOWN
This message appears if a high-voltage adaptor is being used.
This message appears when the print
head is used extensively (for example, when printing multiple copies of
a large amount of text).
Remove the high-voltage adaptor and connect the adaptor
designed exclusively for this
machine.
Wait until printing continues.
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Error MessageCauseRemedy
CUTTER
ERROR!
EEPROM
ERROR!
INTERFACE
ERROR!
INVAL.
CHRS!
LENGTH
LIMIT!
This message appears if the tape cutter is closed when you try to print or
feed the tape.
This message appears if a checksum
error occurred when the P-touch was
turned on or if the keyword was damaged and it failed to initialize.
This message appears if an error
occurs while data is being sent from
the computer to the P-touch.
This message appears if the cursor is
not below a number when you hold
down
c
and press O.
• This message appears if the text is
longer than 3’ 3 1/3” (1 meter) when
you try to print.
• This message appears if the
function is used to set a label
length that is less than 1.6” (4.0
cm) or more than 11.8” (30.0 cm).
• This message appears if the
Length
function is used to set a tab
length that is more than 11.8”
(30.0 cm).
Length
Tab
Turn the P-touch off, then on
again.
Contact your service representative.
Cancel the print job, and then
try printing again.
Move the cursor below a
number before holding down
c
and pressing O.
• Shorten the text to less than 3’
3 1/3” (1 meter) before trying
to print.
• Set the label length between
1.6” (4.0 cm) and 11.8” (30.0
cm).
• Set the tab length so that it is
less than 11.8” (30.0 cm).
LINE
LIMIT!
MEMORY
FULL!
NO
FILES!
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This message appears if the number
of lines in the text is greater than the
maximum number of lines possible
for the installed tape.
This message appears if you try to
store a text file after 300 characters
have already been stored in the
memory.
This message appears if you try to
recall or delete a text file from the
memory when none are stored.
Reduce the number of lines or
install a tape of greater width.
Delete an unwanted file to make
room for the new one.
Store a text file first.
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Error MessageCauseRemedy
NO
TAPE!
REPLACE
BATTERIES!
ROM
PROBLEM!
SOLDER X
TAB
LIMIT!
TEXT
TOO HIGH!
TEXT
TOO LONG!
This message appears if you try to print
a label or feed the tape when no tape
cassette is installed.
This message appears if the installed
alkaline batteries are about to run
out.
This message appears if there is a
problem with the machine’s read
only memory.
This message appears if there is a
problem with the machine’s software.
This message appears if 50 tabs have
already been added to the text when
you press Q.
This message appears if the size of
the text is larger than the width of the
installed tape.
This message appears if the length of
the text is longer than the label length
that has been set using the
function.
Length
Install a tape cassette and try
again.
Replace the batteries or use the
AC adaptor.
Contact your service representative.
Turn off the machine, and then
while holding down
R
, turn the machine back on.
Contact your service representative.
Limit the number of tabs in the
text to 50.
Reduce the size of the characters
or install a wider tape.
Delete some of the text, reduce
the character width or increase
the set label length.
2 lbs (900 g) (without a tape cassette and batteries installed)
Maximum 99 characters
Maximum six lines
Alt
and
Caps
)
Memory Size:
Character Size:
Print Styles:
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300 characters
Six sizes (6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36 and 42 points) + 52 point (capital letters
only)
All are available in narrow, medium and wide widths
Normal, Outline, Bold, Shadow
(each can be combined with Italic), and Vertical
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ACCESSORIES
●
Supplies
Obtain tape cassettes from your nearest authorized dealer.
Use only Brother TZ tapes with this machine.
caused by the use of unauthorized supplies
Brother cannot be held responsible for trouble
. Do not use tapes that do not have the mark.
Stock No.Description
1” (24mm)-wide laminated tapes
TZ-151Black characters on clear adhesive1$25.99
TZ-251Black characters on white adhesive1$28.99
TZ-451Black characters on red adhesive1$28.99
TZ-651Black characters on yellow adhesive1$28.99
TZ-252Red characters on white adhesive1$28.99
TZ-253Blue characters on white adhesive1$28.99
TZ-354Gold characters on black adhesive1$31.99
TZ-155White characters on clear adhesive1$32.95
TZ-355White characters on black adhesive1$31.99
TZ-B51Black characters on fluorescent orange adhesive1$35.99
TZ-S151
TZ-S251
TZ-S651
3/4” (18mm)-wide laminated tapes
TZ-141Black characters on clear adhesive1$22.99
TZ-M41Black characters on clear (mat) adhesive1$24.99
TZ-241Black characters on white adhesive1$24.99
TZ-242Red characters on white adhesive1$24.99
TZ-243Blue characters on white adhesive1$24.99
TZ-344Gold characters on black adhesive1$28.99
TZ-345White characters on black adhesive1$28.99
TZ-545White characters on blue adhesive1$28.99
TZ-641Black characters on yellow adhesive1$24.99
TZ-B41Black characters on fluorescent orange adhesive1$29.99
TZ-S141
TZ-S241
TZ-S641
Industrial (strong adhesive) black characters on clear adhesive
Industrial (strong adhesive) black characters on white adhesive
Industrial (strong adhesive) black characters on yellow adhesive
Industrial (strong adhesive) black characters on clear adhesive
Industrial (strong adhesive) black characters on white adhesive
Industrial (strong adhesive) black characters on yellow adhesive
QTY/
PACKAGE
1$31.99
1$31.99
1$31.99
1$27.99
1$27.99
1$27.99
PRICE
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Stock No.Description
1/2” (12mm)-wide laminated tapes
TZ-131Black characters on clear adhesive1$19.99
TZ-132Red characters on clear adhesive1$19.99
TZ-133Blue characters on clear adhesive1$19.99
TZ-135White characters on clear adhesive1$23.95
TZ-231Black characters on white adhesive1$20.99
TZ-232Red characters on white adhesive1$20.99
TZ-233Blue characters on white adhesive1$20.99
TZ-334Gold characters on black adhesive1$24.99
TZ-335White characters on black adhesive1$24.99
TZ-431Black characters on red adhesive1$20.99
TZ-435White characters on red adhesive1$24.99
TZ-531Black characters on blue adhesive1$20.99
TZ-631Black characters on yellow adhesive1$20.99
TZ-731Black characters on green adhesive1$20.99
TZ-M31Black characters on clear (mat) adhesive1 $20.99
TZ-S131
TZ-S231
TZ-S631
3/8” (9mm)-wide laminated tapes
TZ-121Black characters on clear adhesive1$16.99
TZ-221Black characters on white adhesive1$19.99
TZ-222Red characters on white adhesive1$19.99
TZ-223Blue characters on white adhesive1$19.99
TZ-325White characters on black adhesive1$22.99
TZ-S221
1/4” (6mm)-wide laminated tapes
TZ-111Black characters on clear adhesive 1$14.99
TZ-211Black characters on white adhesive1$16.99
TZ-315White characters on black adhesive1$20.99
TZ-S211
Industrial (strong adhesive) black characters on clear adhesive
Industrial (strong adhesive) black characters on white adhesive
Industrial (strong adhesive) black characters on yellow adhesive
Industrial (strong adhesive) black characters on white adhesive
Industrial (strong adhesive) black characters on white adhesive
QTY/
PACKAGE
1$23.99
1$23.99
1$23.99
1$21.99
1$19.99
PRICE
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Non-laminated tapes
Stock No.Description
3/4” (18 mm)
TZ-N641Black characters on yellow adhesive1$21.99
TZ-N541Black aharacters on blue adhesive1$21.99
TZ-NF41Black characters on purple adhesive1$21.99
1/2” (12 mm)
TZ-N631Black characters on yellow adhesive1$17.99
TZ-N531Black characters on blue adhesive1$17.99
TZ-NF31Black characters on purple adhesive1$17.99
Instant lettering tape
Stock No.Description
3/4” (18 mm)
TZ-L041Black characters1$24.99
Iron on transfer tape
Stock No.Description
3/4” (18 mm)
TZ-IY41Black characters1$31.99
QTY/
PACKAGE
QTY/
PACKAGE
QTY/
PACKAGE
PRICE
PRICE
PRICE
Security tape
Stock No.Description
3/4” (18 mm)
TZ-SE4Black Ccharacters on white adhesive1$49.95
Fabric tape
Stock No.Description
1/2” (12 mm)
TZ-FA3Blue characters on white adhesive1$34.95
QTY/
PACKAGE
QTY/
PACKAGE
PRICE
PRICE
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Stamp lit/holder
Stock No.Description
1” (24 mm) Stamp Area 13.5 × 65 mm
SK-LBStamp-making kit for Large stamp with black ink1$54.95
SH-LBStamp-making kit for Medium stamp with black ink1$27.45
3/4” (18 mm) Stamp Area 9 × 55 mm
SK-MBAdditional stamper for Large stamp with black ink1$49.95
SH-MB
Options
Stock No.Description
TZ-CL4Cleaning Tape1$20.99
TR-9Lettering Stick1$2.99
AD-60AC adapter1$34.95
Additional stamper for Medium stamp with black ink
QTY/
PACKAGE
1$24.95
QTY/
PACKAGE
PRICE
PRICE
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ACCESSORY ORDER FORM
This order form is provided for your convenience should your retailer not stock the item(s)
needed or if you prefer to order by telephone. To order by phone, please call Brother International at 1-800-668-2768 and have your Visa or MasterCard available.
Stock No.DescriptionPriceQuantityTotal
TOTAL
Prices subject to change without notice.
Before calling:
1. Review the reverse side of this form and select the desired items.
2. Complete the order form, indicating the quantity of each item (for your records).
3. Enter the total on the “Supply/Accessory Total” line below (for your records).
4. Add appropriate sales tax and shipping/handling costs (for your records).
5. Have your Visa or MasterCard number and expiration date available.
Supply/Accessory Total$
All Residents of Canada: Please add
applicable sales taxes (G.S.T. & P.S.T.).
Shipping/Handling$5.00
TOTAL DUE$
G.S.T. # R100663764
P.S.T. # 100100117TQ0001
* Prices subject to change without notice.
G.S.T $
P.S.T. $
✂
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ACCESSORY ORDER FORM
✂
This order form is provided for your convenience should your retailer not stock the item(s)
needed or if you prefer to order by telephone. To order by phone, please call Brother International at 1-800-668-2768 and have your Visa or MasterCard available.
Stock No.DescriptionPriceQuantityTotal
TOTAL
Prices subject to change without notice.
Before calling:
1. Review the reverse side of this form and select the desired items.
2. Complete the order form, indicating the quantity of each item (for your records).
3. Enter the total on the “Supply/Accessory Total” line below (for your records).
4. Add appropriate sales tax and shipping/handling costs (for your records).
5. Have your Visa or MasterCard number and expiration date available.
Supply/Accessory Total$
All Residents of Canada: Please add
applicable sales taxes (G.S.T. & P.S.T.).
Shipping/Handling$5.00
TOTAL DUE$
G.S.T. # R100663764
P.S.T. # 100100117TQ0001
* Prices subject to change without notice.
G.S.T $
P.S.T. $
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