Brother PT2730VP, PT-2730 manual Using Block Layouts, Editing a Label

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Using Block Layouts

1Press the Auto-Formatkey to display the Auto-Format screen, and then select “Block Layouts” using the or key.

2Press the OK or Enter key to display the Tape Width screen, and then select a tape width using the or key.

3Press the OK or Enter key.

When the tape width has not changed, the last block layout selected is displayed. When the tape width has changed, the default layout for the new tape width is displayed.

4Select a block layout using the or key.

5Press the OK or Enter key. The Style screen is displayed.

6Select an attribute using the or key, and then set a value for that attribute using the or key.

Press the Space key to set the selected attribute to the default value.

7Press the OK or Enter key.

The block layout text entry screen is displayed.

• Caps mode can be used when entering text.

• The “Text Reminder” function (predictive text) is also enabled when entering text with the Auto-Format function. Refer to “Entering and Editing Text” on page 23 for details on predictive text.

8Enter text and then press the OK or Enter key. Repeat for each text field.

After all text fields are completed, press the OK or Enter key to display the print menu.

9Select "Print" using the or key and then press the OK or Enter to print the label.

• Select "Edit" to change the text data or style settings.

• Select "Save" to store the label in a file memory.

Select "Cancel" to exit the Auto-Format function.

Select "Change Layout" to use a different layout.

Select “Print Options” to set the print settings.

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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 „ Create a label with the P-touch labeler How to use 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 PCFeed & Cut Feeding TapeFeed Only LCD Display Display ModeLCD 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 ListzZAccented Character Listz Entering Accented CharactersAccented 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 Binder Spine Attribute Value Details94 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 12/31/2099ZTime Stamp Timing Optionsz Time Stamp Setting TimingAttribute 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 ParametersZSpecial Character Listz Entering Bar Code DataPress the Bar Code key Bar Code Input screen is displayed CODE128, GS1-128 UCC / EAN-128 Editing and Deleting a Bar CodeCode Label Preview Label PrintingPrinting a Label Printing Multiple Copies Printing a Single CopyLabel Printing Auto-numbering Labels Mirror Printing Tape Cutting Options Setting Description ExampleZTape 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 tapePrinting from the Label Collection Attaching LabelsPress the Label Collection key Category ZLabel Collection ListzFiles 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 Label Collection Category to your Labeler Downloading a new Label Collection Category Windows onlyPersonal 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 FileMaintenance Resetting the P-touch LabelerMaintaining 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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