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Safety Precautions
Indicates a potentially hazardous
WARNING
situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious
injuries.
Follow these guidelines to avoid the risk of fire, burns, injury, electric
shocks, rupture, overheating, abnormal odours or smoke.
• Always use the specified voltage and the suggested AC adapter (AD-24ES: Optional
on the PT-D200) for the P-touch labeler to prevent any damage or failure.
• Do not touch the P-touch labeler during a lightning storm.
• Do not use the P-touch labeler/AC adapter in places of high humidity such as
bathrooms.
• Do not overload the power cord.
• Do not place heavy objects on, or damage the power cord or plug. Do not forcibly
bend or pull the power cord. Always hold the AC adapter when disconnecting from
the power outlet.
• Make sure that the plug is fully inserted to the power outlet. Do not use an outlet that
is loose.
User's Guide
• Do not allow the P-touch labeler/AC adapter/power plug/batteries to get wet, for
example, by handling them with wet hands or spilling beverages on to them.
• Since loss of eyesight may result when leaked fluid from batteries gets into your eyes,
English
immediately rinse your eyes with a large amount of clean water, and then seek
medical attention.
Thai
• Do not disassemble or modify the P-touch labeler/AC adapter/batteries.
• Do not allow a metal object to contact both the plus and minus ends of a battery.
• Do not use sharp objects, such as tweezers or a metallic pen, to change the batteries.
With your PT-D200/E200, you can create labels for multiple
• Do not throw the batteries into fire or expose to heat.
applications. Select from the many frames, character sizes and
• Disconnect the AC adapter and remove batteries immediately and stop using the
styles to design beautiful custom labels. In addition, the variety
P-touch labeler if you notice abnormal odor, heat, discoloration, deformation or
anything unusual while using or storing it.
of tape cartridges available allows you to print labels with
• Do not use a damaged or leaking battery as the fluid may get on your hands.
different widths and exciting colors.
• Do not use a deformed or leaking battery or one whose label is damaged. There is a
Read this manual carefully before starting and keep the manual
possibility of generating heat.
in a handy place for future reference.
Printed in China
LAB579001
Power Supply and Tape Cassette
1
2
Print head
Cassette
cover
Tape cutter
lever
Open the cassette cover by pressing the
Insert six new AAA alkaline batteries (LR03) or
above indicated area at the top end of the
fully charged Ni-MH batteries (HR03), making
machine.
sure that their poles point in the correct
directions.
If a tape cassette is already installed, remove it by
pulling it straight up. Also, if batteries are already
Users of alkaline batteries:
installed, remove them.
Always replace all six batteries at the same
• Make sure that the power is turned off when
time with brand new ones.
replacing batteries or tape cassettes.
Users of Ni-MH batteries:
Always replace all six batteries at the same
time with fully charged ones.
NOTE
Visit us at http://solutions.brother.com/ for the latest
information about the recommended batteries.
LCD Display & Keyboard
1.
Size
13. Power key
1
4
2.
Cursor
14. Menu key
3.
Underline/Frame
15. Font key
5
4.
Width
16. Character key
6
5.
Style
17. Shift key
2
6.
Caps
18. Print key
3
7.
English Text Mode
19. Preview key
8.
Label Length
20. Frame key
9
If a specific label length has been
21. Symbol key
selected,
also appears.
10
22. Decorative Mode key
9.
Cursor key : Right (Use with
23. Backspace key
11
Shift key to go to end of the
24. Enter key
12
text.)
25. Caps key
10. OK key
26. Eng/Thai key
13
18
11. Escape key
27. Space key
12. Cursor key : Left (Use with
19
14
Shift key to go to top of the
20
text.)
15
21
22
16
23
NOTE
24
• The LCD shows one row of 15 characters; however, the text
that you enter can be up to 80 characters in length.
26
• While selecting the settings, press Space key to go back to the
25
default item.
17
17
27
• The print preview is a generated image of the label, and may
differ from the actual label when printed.
• Label length shown on LCD may slightly differ from the actual
label length when printed.
Troubleshooting
Error message
Message
Cause/Remedy
Message
Cause/Remedy
You tried to print or preview a label when there is no
No Cassette!
cassette installed.
The batteries are weak.
If using AAA alkaline batteries: Replace them with new
Low Battery!
Tape cutter lever is used in the middle of printing
ones.
Cutter Error
process.
If using Ni-MH batteries: Charge them fully.
The maximum number of characters (80 characters, 50
Battery Dead
The installed batteries are running low.
Text Full!
characters for Decorative Mode or Name Label
function) have already been entered.
• There is no text above the cursor when you selected
[Numbering].
With the Decorative Mode or Name Label function:
• Invalid character is selected for [Numbering].
Since the number of entered characters exceeds the
Invalid!
• Invalid number is selected for [Tab Length] or [Label
label length, reduce the text.
Length].
Text Limit!
All other functions:
Since the number of entered characters exceeds the
• An invalid value was entered as the label length while
label length, reduce the text, or select [Auto] as the
using the Decorative Mode or Name Label function.
label length.
• You tried to print a text file when there is no data
stored in the memory.
Printing on 3.5mm tape with invalid Frame setting ON.
No Frame OK?
(Select
to print with no Frame,
•
is pressed when no text is entered.
cancel.)
• You tried to select [Numbering], [Mirror], or Text
No Text!
Feeding tape after printing when [Chain Print] is
Preview when no text is entered.
OK to Feed?
selected. Refer to "Setting Margin".
•
or
was pressed when no text was
Only 12mm tape cassette is available for Decorative
Insert 12mm
entered while using the Decorative Mode or Name
Mode or Name Label function.
Label function.
Wrong Tape!
Use a tape cassette with the
Vertical printing is impossible if entry was made in Thai
• You tried to enter a 3rd line by pressing
.
characters.
Line Limit!
• You tried to print or preview two lines of text while
No vertical OK?
(Select
to print no Vertical,
3.5mm or 6 mm tape is installed. Install tape of a
larger size.
cancel.)
• Do not place the P-touch labeler/batteries/AC adapter in direct sunlight or rain, near
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous
heaters or other hot appliances, in any location exposed to extremely high or low
situation which, if not avoided, may
temperatures (e.g., on the dashboard or in the back of your car) or high humidity, or
result in minor or moderate injuries.
in dusty locations.
• Do not apply excessive pressure to the cutter lever.
Follow these guidelines to avoid personal injury, liquid leakage,
• Do not try to print if the cassette is empty; it will damage the print head.
burns or heat.
• Do not pull the tape while printing or feeding; it will damage the tape and the P-touch
labeler.
• When the P-touch labeler is not being used, store it out of the reach of children. In
• Any data stored in memory will be lost due to failure or repair of the P-touch labeler,
addition, do not allow children to put the P-touch labeler parts or labels in their
or if the battery expires.
mouths. If any object has been swallowed, seek medical attention.
• The P-touch labeler is not equipped with a charging feature for rechargeable
• Do not touch metal parts around the print head immediately after printing.
batteries.
• Do not touch the cutter blade.
• The printed text may differ from the text that appears in the LCD.
• If leaked fluid from batteries gets on your skin or clothes, immediately rinse them with
• The length of the printed label may differ from the displayed label length.
clean water.
• A protective clear plastic sticker it placed over the display during manufacturing and
• Remove the batteries and disconnect the AC adapter if you do not intend to use the
shipping. This sticker should be removed prior to use.
P-touch labeler.
• When power is disconnected for more than three minutes, all text, format settings and
• Do not use a battery other than that specified. Do not use combinations of old and
any text files stored in the memory will be cleared.
new batteries or combinations of different types, different charging levels, different
manufacturers or different models. Do not insert a battery with its plus and minus
ends reversed.
Contact Information
• Do not drop or hit the P-touch labeler/AC adapter.
• Do not press on the LCD display.
Contact may differ by country.
• Do not put your finger inside the P-touch labeler when you close the cassette cover.
See the Web site. (http://www.P-touch.com/)
• 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 with a specialized
battery charger before using the batteries.
General Precautions
• Depending on the location, material, and environmental conditions, the label may
unpeel or become irremovable, the color of the label may change or be transferred
to other objects. Before applying the label, check the environmental conditions and
the material.
• Do not use the P-touch labeler in any way or for any purpose not described in this
guide. Doing so may result in accidents or damage the P-touch labeler.
• Use only Brother TZe tapes with the P-touch labeler. Do not use tapes that do not
have the
mark.
• Only use a soft, dry cloth to clean the labeler; never use alcohol or other organic
solvents.
• Use a soft wipe to clean the print head; never touch the print head.
• Do not put any foreign objects into the tape exit slot or AC adapter connector or
battery compartment, etc.
3
4
Cutter's
End of tape
edge
Toothed
Wheel
Tape
Tape guide
exit slot
Insert a tape cassette, making sure that it
Securely close the cassette cover, making sure
snaps into place.
that it snaps into place.
• Make sure that the end of the tape feeds under the tape
NOTE
guides.
• Use only Brother TZe tapes with this machine.
When using AC adapter (AD-24ES: Optional on the
PT-D200)
1.
Insert the plug on the adapter cord into the AC
adapter jack on the top end of the machine.
2.
Insert the plug into the nearest standard electrical outlet.
For memory back up, we recommend using AAA
alkaline batteries (LR03) or Ni-MH batteries (HR03)
together when using the AC adapter.
Specifications
Initial Settings
1
Dimensions:
Approx. 165(W) × 155(D) × 68(H)mm
Start your machine.
(W x D x H)
Supply power by using six AAA batteries or the AC adapter
Weight:
Approx. 490 g
(without batteries and tape cassette)
(AD-24ES: Optional on the PT-D200), and then press
2
Power supply:
Six AAA alkaline batteries (LR03)
1
Set the language.
Six AAA Ni-MH batteries (HR03)*
AC adapter (AD-24ES: Optional on the
The default setting is [Thai].
PT-D200)
Tape cassette:
Brother TZe tape (width)
3.5mm,6mm,9mm,12mm
Carrying Case: This accessory is only applicable to the PT-E200.
1
NOTE
*
Visit us at http://solutions.brother.com/ for the latest
information about the recommended batteries.
• The machine automatically turns off if no keys are pressed within
five minutes.
• To cancel any operation, press
Resetting the P-touch
You can reset the P-touch labeler when you want to initialize the
settings, or in the event the P-touch labeler is not working properly.
1
Turn off the P-touch labeler, hold down
and
and then press
to turn the P-touch
back on.
2
Release
and
.
The P-touch labeler turns on with the internal memory reset.
NOTE
All text, settings and stored files are cleared.
What to do when...
Problem
Problem
Solution
The machine
has "locked up"
The display
• Check that the batteries are correctly inserted.
(i.e., nothing
stays blank
• If the batteries are weak, replace them.
after you have
happens when
• Check that the AC adapter (AD-24ES: Optional on
a key is
turned on the
the PT-D200) is correctly connected.
machine.
pressed, even
though the
When the label
machine is on.)
is printed out,
• See "Setting Margin" in this users guide and select
there is too
The power
[Half] or [Narrow] to have smaller margins for your
much margin
turns off when
label.
(space) on both
you try to print.
sides of the text.
The tape does
The machine
not feed
does not print,
• Check that the tape cassette has been inserted
properly or the
or the printed
correctly.
to
tape gets stuck
characters are
• If the tape cassette is empty, replace it.
inside the
not formed
• Check the cassette cover is properly closed.
machine.
properly.
All text and
• The batteries may be weak. Replace them.
The setting has
format settings
• When power is disconnected for more than three
cleared on its
need to be
minutes, all text & formats in the display will be lost.
own.
Language and Unit settings will also be cleared.
cleared to
mark.
create a new
• There maybe some dust on the print head. Remove
A blank
label.
the tape cassette and use a dry cotton swab to gently
horizontal line
wipe the print head with an up-and-down motion.
To change
appears
to
• The print head can be cleaned more easily if the
language
through the
optional print head cleaning cassette (TZe-CL3) is
setting.
printed label.
used.
BASIC USAGE
Entering Text
Switching the character for entry[English/
Thai]
English
Thai
Switching Upper Case/Lower Case
Upper case (
ON)
Lower case (
OFF)
Caps
Caps
Making Two Lines Text
Move the cursor to where the second line starts and press
Use either 9mm or 12mm wide tape for two line text.
Display
Label image
Entering Tab (
+
)
/
[Tab]
Printing Labels
Preview
You can preview the text before printing.
• The print preview is a generated image of the label, and may
differ from the actual label when printed.
• When the LCD cannot display all the text at a time, press
/
to display the hidden text.
AC adapter jack
Feeding (Tape Feed)
+
Printing
[Copies: ]
/
-
• If you need only 1 copy of the label, press
selecting the number of copies.
• The number of copies can also be specified by pressing a
number key.
• To prevent damage to the tape, do not touch the cutter lever
while the message "Printing..." or "Feeding..." is displayed.
• To cut off the label, push in the tape cutter lever on the upper-
right corner of the machine.
• To remove the backing, fold the label lengthwise with the text
facing inward, to expose the inside edges of the backing.
Peel off the backing one piece at a time and apply.
• You can print up to 9 copies of each label.
Using Print Options (
+
)
[Numbering]
You can print many copies of the same text while increasing a
selected number by 1 after each label is printed.
Example: To print copies of a label containing a serial number
.
(0123, 0124 and 0125)
/
/
[Numbering]
/
[Language]
/
/
[Thai/English]
.
• Select the highest number you wish to be printed when
setting the number.
You can also print Thai numbers the same as above by entering
Thai numbers.
.
[Mirror]
+
/
[Mirror]
[Mirror Print?]
Saving Label Files
You can save up to 9 labels and recall them for printing at a later
date. A maximum of 80 characters can be saved per file, a
maximum total of 720 characters for the total memory. You can
Solution
also edit and overwrite the stored label.
Save
/
[File]
• Refer to "Resetting the P-touch".
/
[Save]
/
Print
• The batteries may be weak. Replace them.
/
[File]
• Check that the batteries are correctly inserted.
• A wrong adapter is used; the recommended adapter
/
[Print]
is the AD-24ES (Optional on the PT-D200).
/
• Check that the end of the tape feeds under the tape
[Copies: ]
/
-
guides.
Open
• The cutter lever is used while printing. Do not touch
the cutter lever during printing.
/
[File]
/
[Open]
/
• Press
+
and select [Text&Format].
• You can also enter the File menu by pressing
NOTE
If you try to store a label when there is already a label stored to that
• Refer to "Initial Settings".
number, a message "Overwrite?" will appear. Press
save your new label. Press
to cancel.
USING TEMPLATES
Name Label (
This function allows you to create various name labels using the
To change tab length:
built-in templates.
/
[Tab Length]
Example:
/
[Auto/0-100 mm]
Changing Label Length (
+
)
[Select Layout]
/
[Label Length]
/
[Auto/30-300 mm]
NOTE
[Print]
• After the label is printed, cut along the printed dots (:) with
scissors so that the label length matches the machine setting.
1
• If a specific label length has been selected,
also appears in
the LCD.
2
To Clear
By pressing
, the letters will be deleted one by one.
3
.
To delete all text and settings :
+
/
[Text&Format]
NOTE
• Depending on the format you have selected, the entire
To delete text only :
contents of your text may not be printed. For example, if you
selected a fixed Label Length and the text is too long, an error
+
/
[Text Only]
message "Text Limit!" will appear.
• The templates cannot be edited.
• To clear all text, press
Press
to clear. Press
• When you access Decorative Mode or Name Label function,
your most recently printed Decorative Mode or Name Label
function text and label length will be recalled.
• Use clear tape in [Mirror], so the labels can be read correctly
• Press
to return to the previous step.
from the opposite side when attached on glass, windows or
other transparent surfaces.
• Only the highlighted symbols on the list below can be used in
Decorative Mode.
Setting Margin (
+
)
USEFUL FUNCTION KEYS
/
[Margin]
/
[Full/Half/Narrow/Chain Print]
Font Key
[Full]/[Half]/[Narrow]
1
Press
For leaving equal margins on both sides of the text.
the text.
Half
Full
Narrow
ABC
ABC
ABC
25mm
25mm
12mm
12mm
4mm
4mm
2
[Chain Print]
Press
For creating a label containing text in various styles.
1.
Enter text.
Size
without
2.
Press
, then [Copies: ] appears.
Width
3.
Press
/
or enter number with number keys
to select the number of copies.
4.
Style
Press
. Printing will start, and then the message
"OK to Feed?" appears.
5.
Press
to enter more text.
6.
Clear the text, enter the text for the next label, and then
press
.
7.
When the message "OK to Feed?" appears after the last
label is printed, press
.
8.
After the tape is fed, press the cutter lever to cut off the
chain of labels.
NOTE
NOTE
To cancel operations, press
• When [Chain Print] is set, feed the tape before using the cutter
otherwise a part of the text may be cut off. Also, cut along the
Frame Key
+
printed dots ( ) with scissors so the text is centered in the label.
• When [Half] or [Narrow] is set, displayed label length is the
Press
length from the printed dots ( ) to the end of the label.
LCD display
Label image
Full
ABC
63mm
Half
ABC
37mm
Narrow
ABC
21mm
• To print more than 1 copy of a label with minimum margin, set
the margin to [Narrow].
• Do not pull the tape since this may damage the tape cassette.
NOTE
• To cancel operations, press
• Frames cannot be printed on 3.5mm tape.
Symbol Key
Press
to select various symbols. Refer to the table of
Accessories
symbols below for a list of available symbols.
Tape Cassettes:
See the included "TAPE GUIDE".
AC Adapter:
AD-24ES (Optional on the PT-D200)
/
Cutter Unit:
TC-4 (replacement)
Choose a symbol
If the cutter blade becomes blunt after repetitive use and the tape
cannot be cut cleanly, replace with new cutter unit (stock no. TC-4) by
NOTE
obtaining from an authorized Brother reseller.
Replacing the Cutter Unit
To cancel operations, press
1.
Pull out the two sections of the cutter unit (green) in the
Punctuation
direction of the arrows shown in the illustration.
1
2
3
12
13
14
Business
1
2
3
Mathematics
1
2
3
Brackets
1
2
3
2.
Install a new cutter unit. Push it in until it snaps into place.
Do not touch the cutter blade directly with your fingers.
Unit
.
1
2
3
Greek Letter
1
2
3
to
+ )
Decorative Mode
(Does not support Thai text.)
This function allows you to create unique labels by using built-in
templates.
Example:
[Select Layout]
/
/
[Name Label]
[Input Text]
ABCDEF
/
/
Bill Anderson
[Auto/30-200mm]
[Print]
ABC Company, Inc.
/
[Auto/30 -200mm]
1
7
2
8
4
3
9
4
10
5
5
11
6
12
• To exit the Decorative Mode or Name Label function and return
to the text input screen, do one of following:
a) Press
.
b) Press
/
to select [Cancel], and then press
and
, then "Clear?" appears.
when "Print" appears.
• These features are only available when using 12mm wide tape
to cancel.
cassettes.
• The maximum label length is 200mm for Decorative Mode and
Name Label function.
• When [Auto] is selected for "Label Length", the label will
automatically adjust to the correct length for printing the text
one time.
• Press
to return to the [Auto] setting for "Label
Length" mode.
Number
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
to select the settings to enter
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
Basic Shape
/
Select an item
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
/
to select the settings.
12
13
14
15
Large
Medium
Small
Electrical
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
Normal
× 2
× 1/2
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
Normal
Bold
Outline
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
Shadow
Solid
Italic
34
35
I+Bold
I+Outline
I+Shadow
Fun
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Vertical (English only)
Family
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
.
Fashion
1
2
3
4
5
6
Vehicle
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
to select the frame design.
12
13
14
15
16
17
/
Select a frame
Sports
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
12
13
14
15
16
Hobby
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Animal
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
.
Event
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
Food
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
/
[Basic/Pictograph]
Flower
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Select category
/
Messaging
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
.
Signs
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
15
16
17
18
23
24
25
4
5
6
7
Audio/Visual
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
4
5
6
7
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
Arrows
Nature
4
5
6
7
1
2
3
4
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
Others
4
5
6
7
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
4
5
6
11
11
11
22
33
11
11
11
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11
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22
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