Brother PT2730VP Maintaining Your P-TOUCH Labeler, Resetting the P-touch Labeler, Maintenance

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MAINTAINING YOUR P-TOUCH LABELER

Resetting the P-touch Labeler

You can reset the internal memory of your P-touch labeler when you want to clear all saved label files, or in the event the P-touch labeler is not operating correctly.

Resetting data to factory settings (Downloaded data is not reset.)

Turn off the machine. Press and hold down the Shift and R keys. While holding down the Shift and R keys, press the Power key once and then release the Shift and R keys.

Resetting data to factory settings (Downloaded data is reset.)

Turn off the machine. Press and hold down the Shift and Backspace keys. While holding down the Shift and Backspace keys, press the Power key once and then release the Shift and Backspace keys.

• Release the Power key before releasing the other key.

• All text, format settings, option settings and stored label files are cleared when you reset the P-touch labeler. Language and unit settings will also be cleared

Maintenance

Your P-touch labeler should be cleaned on a regular basis to maintain its performance and life span.

Always remove the batteries and disconnect the AC adapter before cleaning the P-touch labeler.

z MAINTAINING YOUR P-TOUCH LABELER

Cleaning the Unit

Wipe any dust and marks from the main unit using a soft, dry cloth. Use a slightly dampened cloth on difficult to remove marks.

Do not use paint thinner, benzene, alcohol or any other organic solvent. These may deform the case or damage the appearance of your P-touch labeler.

Cleaning the Print Head

Streaks or poor quality characters on printed	Print head
labels generally indicates that the print head is
dirty. Clean the print head using a cotton swab or
the optional print head cleaning cassette (TZ-
CL4).

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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 Prepare the P-touch labeler. P How to use the P-touch labeler„ Create a label with the P-touch labeler 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 Only Feeding TapeFeed & Cut LCD Contrast Display ModeLCD Display 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 ListzAccented Characters Entering Accented CharactersZAccented Character Listz 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 94 x 8.6 24 mm x 219 mm Attribute Value DetailsBinder Spine 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 12/31/2099Attribute Value Description Time Stamp Setting TimingZTime Stamp Timing Optionsz 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 ParametersPress the Bar Code key Bar Code Input screen is displayed Entering Bar Code DataZSpecial Character Listz Code Editing and Deleting a Bar CodeCODE128, GS1-128 UCC / EAN-128 Printing a Label Label PrintingLabel Preview Label Printing Printing a Single CopyPrinting Multiple Copies Auto-numbering Labels Mirror Printing ZTape Cuttingz Setting Description ExampleTape Cutting Options 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 tapePress the Label Collection key Attaching LabelsPrinting from the Label Collection Files 47 12 mm Tape only ZLabel Collection ListzCategory 94 24 mm Tape only Category Label70 18 mm Tape only Retail 94 24 mm Shipping 70 18 mm Tape onlyPersonal 47 12 mm Tape only Downloading a new Label Collection Category Windows onlyDownloading a Label Collection Category to your Labeler 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 FileMaintaining Your P-TOUCH Labeler Resetting the P-touch LabelerMaintenance 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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