Brother PT2730VP manual Using Auto-Format Layouts, Using Templates Example creating an Asset Tag

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Using Auto-Format Layouts

Using the Auto-Format function you can quickly and easily create labels for a variety of purposes, such as file tabs, equipment labels, name badges, etc. Simply select a layout from the templates or block layouts, enter the text and apply formatting as desired.

Symbols and accented characters can also be used in auto-format layouts.

z EDITING A LABEL

Using Templates - Example creating an Asset Tag

1Press the Auto-Formatkey to display the Auto-Format screen, and then select "Templates" using the or key.

2Press the OK or Enter key.

The last template used is displayed.

3Select a template using the or key.

4Press the OK or Enter key. The Style screen is displayed.

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Select an attribute using the or key, and then set a value for that attribute using the or key.

6Press the OK or Enter key.

The Bar Code Setup screen is displayed.

The Bar Code Setup screen is displayed only when a layout containing a bar code is selected.

7Select an attribute using the or key, and then set a value for that attribute using the or key.

The "C-Digit" (Check Digit) attribute is only available for the CODE39, I-2/5 and CODABAR protocols.

8Press the OK or Enter key.

The template text entry screen is displayed.

• Caps mode can be used when entering text.

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Contents Page Thank you for purchasing the P-touch labeler PT-2730 IntroductionTrademarks and Copyrights What is the length of the Warranty Periods What is coveredWhat is not covered Who is coveredWhat Brother will do Limitations Important Information Contents Introduction Label PrintingTroubleshooting How to use the P-touch labeler „ Create a label with the P-touch labelerPrepare the P-touch labeler. P Prepare the P-touch labeler Prepare the PC „ Create a label by connecting your labeler to a PCPrint the label „ Printing from the Label CollectionImmerse the product in water Safety PrecautionsTouch Labeler Do not disassemble the P-touch labelerAC adapter BatteryTape Cutter Do not touch the blade of the cutter unitCompartment cover open Illustrations Cover when operating the cutter unit Cutter unitGeneral Precautions Symbols Used in this Guide Getting Started Software Installation GuideUnpacking Your P-touch labeler Touch labeler PT-2730Getting Started General DescriptionLCD Display LCD Display & KeyboardKey Names and Functions Symbol SetupText LabelBattery Power SupplyAC Adapter Cassettes with the mark Inserting a Tape CassetteZAuto Power-Off Timez Turning Power On/OffWith battery Touch labeler only Connected to PCFeeding Tape Feed & CutFeed Only Display Mode LCD DisplayLCD Contrast Back Light Setting Language and UnitLanguage UnitEditing a Label Using Text ReminderEntering and Editing Text Entering Text from the KeyboardAdding a New Block Adding a New LineMoving the Cursor Inserting Text„ Deleting one character at a time Deleting TextEntering Symbols Using the Symbol Function Entering SymbolsUsing Symbol Update Function Category Symbols ZSymbol ListzEntering Accented Characters ZAccented Character ListzAccented Characters Setting Character Attributes by Label Setting Character AttributesSetting Character Attributes by Each Line AttributesAttribute Value Result ZSetting OptionszFont Florida BelgiumAutomatically adjusted to print in the largest When Auto is selected, the text isSize available for each tape width 48pt 42pt 36ptOff Attribute Value Setting Auto Fit StyleLeft Center Align Alignment Right Just JustifySetting Label Attributes Frame ZFrameszAttribute Value Result Using Templates Example creating an Asset Tag Using Auto-Format LayoutsCutting is disabled when Cut Option is set to Special Tape Attribute Value Details Binder Spine94 x 8.6 24 mm x 219 mm Editing a Label Using Block Layouts Block layout 94 24mm tape ZBlock Layoutsz2LineA 2LineB +2Line a +2Line B +3Line +4Line +5Line2LineB Block layout 47 12 mm tape 3Line +2Line Clock Setting Using Time & Date FunctionBlock layout 2LineB 35 9 mm tape +2Line 23 6 mm tapeZTime & Date Format Optionsz Time & Date Format SettingAttribute 12/31/2099Time Stamp Setting Timing ZTime Stamp Timing OptionszAttribute Value Description ZTime Stamp Format Optionsz Time Stamp FormatForward Date only will be printed on the labelCreating a Bar Code Label Value selected in the Forward settingZTime Stamp Forward Optionsz Time/date will be increased according toZBar Code Settingsz Setting Bar Code ParametersEntering Bar Code Data ZSpecial Character ListzPress the Bar Code key Bar Code Input screen is displayed Editing and Deleting a Bar Code CODE128, GS1-128 UCC / EAN-128Code Label Printing Label PreviewPrinting a Label Printing a Single Copy Printing Multiple CopiesLabel Printing Auto-numbering Labels Mirror Printing Setting Description Example Tape Cutting OptionsZTape Cuttingz Prints a strip of labels with no cuts Between Adjusting the Label LengthStrength Adhesive Tapes, set On for Machine and use scissors to cut the tapeAttaching Labels Printing from the Label CollectionPress the Label Collection key ZLabel Collection Listz CategoryFiles 47 12 mm Tape only 94 24 mm Tape only Category Label70 18 mm Tape only Retail 94 24 mm Shipping 70 18 mm Tape onlyDownloading a new Label Collection Category Windows only Downloading a Label Collection Category to your LabelerPersonal 47 12 mm Tape only Click the Machine update icon Do not turn off the machine during the update process Press the Label Collection key Click the Computer software update iconLabel Printing Using the File Memory Using the File MemoryStoring a Label into Memory Opening a Stored Label FileDeleting a Stored Label File Printing a Stored Label FileResetting the P-touch Labeler MaintenanceMaintaining Your P-TOUCH Labeler Maintaining Your P-TOUCH Labeler Cleaning the Tape CutterTroubleshooting TroubleshootingProblem Solution Message Cause/Remedy Error MessagesAuto-Format for 0.70 18 mm tape is selected. Install an Format for 0.9424mm tape is selected. Install anAuto-Format for 0.47 12 mm tape is selected. Install a Label is less than 39.37 1 mFormat for 0.23 6 mm tape is selected. Install a 0.23 Format for 0.35 9 mm tape is selected. Install a 0.35Auto-Format for 0.13 3.5mm tape is selected. Install an Length or change the length settingBar Codes Specification SpecificationsAppendix Main UnitIndex Fax both sides of the form to Contact Information For USA OnlyLW6057001 a

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