Brother PT-1880 specifications Unpacking Your P-touch Labeler, Tape Cassettes, Power Supply

[GETTING STARTED]

1PREPARATION

		Unpacking Your P-touch Labeler
		Check that the package contains the following before using your P-touch la-
		beler.
	USER'S GUIDE	PT-1880
		TZ tape cassette
				User's Guide
	English / Español
	www.brother.com			Accessories Guide
	LW0624001
	Printed in China		Warranty Card
INTRODUCTION
With your PT-1880, you can create labels for any application. Select from the		Included items may differ by distribution.
many frames, character sizes and styles to design beautiful custom labels. In
addition, the variety of tape cartridges available allows you to print labels with		Tape Cassettes
different widths and exciting colors.
Read this manual carefully before starting and keep the manual in a handy		Make sure that the power is turned off when replacing a tape cassette.
place for future reference.
	FCC NOTICE	Open the tape compartment cover by lifting up both sides at the same time.
		If a tape cassette is already installed, remove it by pulling it straight up.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)
This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.		Insert a tape cassette, making sure that it snaps into place.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to		End of tape
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency		Toothed Wheel		Tape compartment
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to				cover
radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by
one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.		Tape guide
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
- Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Brother Industries, Ltd. could void the user’s
	authority to operate the equipment.
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS		• Make sure that the end of the tape feeds under the tape guides.
		• If the ink ribbon is loose, use your finger to wind the toothed wheel in the
		direction of the arrow on the cassette.
• Use only Brother TZ tapes with this machine. Do not use tapes that do not have		After you have installed the tape, feed the tape (	+	) once and then
the	mark.	push in the tape cutter lever to cut the tape.
• Do not disassemble or modify the machine/AC adapter.		Securely close the front cover, making sure that it snaps into place.
• Do not clean the machine with alcohol or other organic solvents. Only use a soft, dry
cloth.		Power Supply
cleaning the print head.
• Do not touch the print head mechanism. Use a soft wipe (e.g. a cotton swab) when
• To avoid injuries, do not touch the cutter's edge.		Make sure that the power is turned off when replacing batteries.
• To prevent damage or breakage, do not press on the LCD display.
• Do not put any foreign objects into or heavy objects on the machine.		Turn the machine over and remove the battery compartment cover.
• Do not leave any rubber or vinyl on the machine for an extended period of time,
		If batteries are already installed, remove them.
otherwise the machine may be stained.
• Do not get the machine/AC adapter/power plug wet, such as by handling them with
wet hands or spilling beverages on to them.		Insert six new AA-size alkaline
• Do not expose the machine/AC adapter to extremely high temperatures or high				Battery compartment
		batteries (LR6), making sure that
humidity. Never leave them on the dashboard or in the back of your car, near heaters				cover
		their poles point in the correct
or other hot appliances. Keep them out of both direct sunlight and rain.
		directions. Always replace all six
• Avoid using the machine in extremely dusty places.
		batteries at the same time using
• Depending on the environmental conditions and the applied settings, some
		brand new ones.
characters or symbols may be difficult to read.

• Do not pull on the tape being fed from the P-touch labeler, otherwise the tape cassette or P-touch labeler may be damaged.

• Do not attempt to cut the tape while printing or feeding since this will damage the tape.

• Do not try to print labels using an empty tape cassette set in the P-touch labeler. Doing so will damage the print head.

•Remove the batteries and disconnect the AC adapter if you do not intend to use the machine for an extended period of time. (Note: When power is disconnected for more than five minutes, all text, format settings and any text files stored in the memory will

be cleared.)	Attach the battery compartment cover by inserting the three hooks at the
• Do not use old and new batteries together or mix alkaline batteries with other type	bottom into the slots on the machine, then pushing down firmly on the
batteries, or set the positive and negative end in the wrong position. Otherwise, the	cover until it snaps into place.
batteries may leak or be damaged.
• Do not use metallic articles, such as tweezers or metallic pen, when exchanging the	When using optional AC adapter (model
batteries.
• Always use the specified voltage and the suggested AC adapter (AD-24) for this	AD-24)
machine to prevent any damage or failure.	Insert the plug on the adapter cord into
• To prevent fire or electric shock, make sure that the plug of the AC adapter is fully
	the adapter jack on the right side of the
inserted into the power outlet. Do not use an outlet that is loose.
	machine.

Insert the plug into the nearest standard electrical outlet.

For memory back up, we recommend using AA-size alkaline batteries (LR6) together when using the AC adapter.

2 OPERATION

Keyboard & LCD

Size	Width
Cursor
Caps	Style
	Underline/Frame
Tape cutter lever	Label Length

Print key	Esc key
	OK key
Preview key
	Cursor keys
Font keys	Power key
	Function key
Character keys	Backspace key
Tab key	Enter key
Caps key
Shift key	Shift key
Symbol key	Accent key
Auto Format key	Space key

• The LCD shows one row of 15 characters; however, the text that you enter can be up to 80 characters in length, which will scroll across the display.

• Use with Shift key to go to beginning/end of the text.

Turning the Power On

Setting Language (French/PortugueseEnglish/Spanish/ )	(	+	)
> [Language] / > [English]		/
Setting unit (inch/mm)	(	+	)

> [Unit] /> [inch] /

• The machine automatically turns off if no key is pressed within 5 minutes.

•To cancel operations, press .

•To initialize the P-touch labeler back to factory settings, turn off the

machine and then while holding down and , press to

turn the machine back on. Finally, release and .

3 REFERENCE

Troubleshooting

Error message

Message		Cause/Remedy
Battery Weak!	The batteries are weak. Replace them with new ones.
Check Battery!	The installed batteries are about to run out.
Invalid!	• There is no text above the cursor when you set Number-
	ing.
	• Invalid character is selected for Numbering.
	• Invalid number is selected for Tab Length or Label Length.
No Text!	• You tried to print a text file when there is no data stored in
	the memory.
	• The Print key is pressed when no text is entered.
	• You tried to set Copies, Numbering or Mirror when no text
	is entered.
Line Limit!	• You tried to enter a 3rd line by pressing Enter key.
	• You tried to print a 2 line text when 9/64" (3.5 mm) or 1/4"
	(6 mm) tape is installed.
No Cassette!	You tried to print a label when there is no cassette installed.
Cutter Error!	Tape cutter lever is used in the middle of printing process.
Full!	The maximum number of characters (80 characters) have
	already been entered.
Text Too Long!	The text length exceeds the selected label length or the
	selected Auto Format setting length.
No Frame OK?	Printing on 9/64" (3.5 mm) tape with invalid Frame setting
	ON. (Select	to print with no Frame,	to cancel.)

What to do when...

Problem	Solution
The display stays blank	• Check that the batteries are correctly inserted.
after you have turned on	• If the batteries are weak, replace them.
the machine.	• Check that the AC adapter is correctly connected.
When the label is	• Refer to "Setting [Margin] (Tape Margin)" on this users
printed out, there is too	guide and select [Half] or [Narrow] to have smaller margins
much margin (space) on	for your label.
both sides of the text.
The machine does not	• Check that the tape cassette has been inserted correctly.
print, or the printed	• If the tape cassette is empty, replace it.
characters are not	• Check the tape compartment cover is properly closed.
formed properly.
The setting has cleared	• The batteries may be weak. Replace them.
on its own.	• When power is disconnected for more than five minutes, all
	text & formats in the display will be lost. Language and unit
	settings will also be cleared.
A blank horizontal line	• There maybe some dust on the print head. Remove the
appears through the	tape cassette and use a dry cotton swab to gently wipe the
printed label.	print head with and up-and-down motion.
	• The print head can be cleaned more easily if the optional
	print head cleaning cassette (TZ-CL4) is used.

The machine has	• Turn off the machine, and then while holding
"locked up" (i.e., nothing	down	and	, press	to turn the machine back
happens when a key is
pressed, even though	on. Finally, release		and .
the machine is on.)	• Note: The text and formats in the display are erased. Also,
	the language and unit settings will be cleared.
The power turns off	• The batteries may be weak. Replace them.
when you try to print.	• Check that the batteries are correctly inserted.
The tape does not feed	• Check that the end of the tape feeds under the tape guides.
properly or the tape gets	• The cutter lever is used while printing. Do not touch the
stuck inside the machine.	cutter lever during printing.
All text and format settings	• Press	while holding down		, and select [Text&For-
need to be cleared to	mat].
create a new label.
Specifications
Item			Specification
Dimensions	6.6" (W) ⋅ 8.5" (D) ⋅ 2.2" (H)
	(167mm (W) ⋅ 215mm (D) ⋅ 57mm (H))
Weight	1.26 lbs. (570 g) (without batteries and tape cassette)
Power supply	Six AA-size alkaline batteries (LR6) or optional AC adapter
	(model AD-24)
Tape cassette	Brother TZ tape (width) :
	9/64" (3.5 mm), 1/4" (6 mm), 3/8" (9 mm), 1/2" (12 mm), 3/4" (18 mm)
Accessories	(Supplies may differ by distribution.)
Accessories			Stock No.
Tape Cassettes	See the attached "Supplies and Accessories Guide".
AC Adapter	model AD-24
Carrying Case	CC3500

1 MAKING TEXT

2

[CREATING LABELS]

DESIGNING LABELS

3

PRINTING LABELS

4 COMPLETED LABELS

Setting Font

Setting [Size]

(

+

)

Text Preview

image

image

>

[Size]

>

[Large]

You can preview the text before printing.

[Large]

[Medium]

[Small]

[MAX]

Switching Upper Case/Lower Case

• The LCD shows the whole text and the label length (inch/mm), then returns to the

original text.

>

Automatically adjusts the text size according to the tape width.

• Only the text can be previewed, not the font, style, size, underline/frame or any

additional features.

Select MAX to print with maximum text size when using 3/4" (18 mm) tape, all

Upper case (

ON)

Lower case (

OFF)

Feeding (Tape Feed)

setting is [Off].

texts are in upper case, the Style setting is [Normal], and the Underline/Frame

Making Two Line Text

Setting [Width]

(

+

)

+

Peel the printed label from backing and apply the label.

USEFUL FUNCTIONS

Move the cursor to where the second line starts and press

.

>

[Width]

>

[⋅2]

cassette or when using the [Chain Print] feature.

• The machine will feed 1.0" of tape, which may be needed when installing a new tape

Memory (File)

Display

Label image

[Normal]

[⋅2]

[⋅1/2]

Printing

( +

)

Use either 3/8" (9 mm) or 1/2" (12 mm), or 3/4" (18 mm) wide tape for two line text.

Setting [Style] (Vertical)

(

+

)

You can save your original labels on to your machine. Up to five labels can

Entering Symbols

be saved and recalled for printing whenever you desire. You can also edit and

• To cut off the label, push in the tape cutter lever on the upper-left corner of the

overwrite the stored label.

>

[Style]

>

[Vertical]

machine.

>

>

[File] >

>

>

• To prevent damage to the tape, do not try to cut while the message "Print" or "Feed"

[Normal]

[Bold]

[Outline]

is displayed.

To Save:

Group

Symbols

Group

Symbols

Setting [Margin] (Tape Margin)

(

+

)

>

[Save]

>

1

7

[Shadow]

[Italic]

[Italic Bold]

2

8

>

[Margin]

>

[Full]

To Print:

3

9

[Italic Outl](Italic Outline) [Italic Shadow]

[Vertical]

[Full]/[Half]/[Narrow] is for leaving equal margins on both sides of the text.

4

10

>

[Print]

>

NOTE: Cut along the printed dots (:) with scissors so the text is centered in the label.

5

11

Full

Half

Narrow

To Open:

Setting [Underline/Frame]

6

12

(

+

)

ABC

:

ABC

: ABC

>

>

[Open]

• To go to the next group, press

.

1"

1"

1/2"

1/2"

1/6"

1/6"

>

[Underline/Frame] >

[Underline]

• To cancel operations, press .

[Chain Print] is for printing more than 1 copy of a label with minimum margin

Entering Accented Characters

text in one style, and before feeding, enter the second text in another style

[Off]

[Underline]

[Round]

[Candy]

[Callout]

<e.g. 1>. You can also create a label containing text in various styles; print a

If you try to store a label when there is already a label stored to that

<e.g. 2>.

number, a message "Overwrite?" will appear. Press

to save your

> >

/

> /

[Banner]

[Wooden]

[Vine]

[Hand]

[Flower]

new label. Press

to cancel.

FEED THE TAPE BEFORE USING THE CUTTER (see Feeding/Printing).

Accented Characters

Accented Characters

Frames cannot be printed on 9/64" (3.5 mm) tape.

Otherwise A PART OF THE TEXT MAY BE CUT OFF. Do not try to pull the

Function Shortcuts

(

+

)

tape since this may damage the tape cassette.

C

c

Setting [Label Length](Auto / 1.2" - 12.0") (

+

)

<e.g. 1>

<e.g. 2>

In addition to the basic steps to search for a function, the PT-1880 provides

A

a

Chain Print

D

d

>

[Label Length]

>

ABC

ABC

ABC

ABC

DEFABC

you with function shortcuts so you can easily jump to a frequently used func-

(feed & cut)

(feed & cut)

tion just by pressing

and the shortcut key shown in the table below. To

E

e

• You can also select the length by entering the length with Num keys.

G

g

Using [Print Option]

(

+

)

confirm, press .

• To return to [Auto], press

.

Key

Function

I

i

Setting [Tab]

Key

Function

K

k

You can make aligned texts by setting tabs.

[Copies]

L

l

You can print up to 9 copies of each label.

[Size]

[Margin]

N

n

Example: To set a tab between "ABC" and "D"

>

[Print Option] >

[Copies]

>

[Width]

[Tab Length]

The cursor should be positioned where you set a tab.

O

o

>

[Style]

[Print Option]

R

r

[Underline/Frame]

[Language]

Display

Label image

S

s

You can also select the number of copies by entering with Num keys.

[File]

[Unit]

T

t

ABC

D

[Numbering]

[Label Length]

[Clear]

Tab

U

u

You can print many copies of the same text while increasing a selected

Setting [Tab Length](Auto / 0.0" - 4.0") (

+

)

Example: To print copies of a label containing a serial number (0123, 0124 and 0125)

Y

y

number by 1 after each label is printed.

Z

z

>

[Tab Length]

>

>

>

[Print Option]

>

• To cancel operations, press .

• You can also select the length by entering the length with Num keys.

[Numbering] >

• The order of accented characters differ by the selected LCD language.

To Clear

(

+ )

• To return to [Auto], press

.

Select the highest number you wish to be printed when setting the number.

return your product to the store!

Setting [Auto Format]

Should you encounter any problems with your product, please do not

To delete a character one by one

[Mirror]

After referring to the User's guide, if you still need assistance, call Brother

You can choose label length from six formats to create labels for various ap-

>

[Print Option]

>

[Mirror]

>[Mirror Print?]

Customer Service at:

plications.

To delete all text

>

[VHS Spine]

Voice : 1-877-4-PTOUCH

>

[Clear]

>

[Text Only]

Web

:

www.brother.com

Application

Length

Application

Length

Use clear tape in [Mirror], so the labels can be read correctly from the oppo-

Fax

:

1-901-379-1210

To delete all text & format

VHS Spine

5.5"

CD Case Spine

4.4"

site side when attached on glass, windows or other transparent surfaces.

If you need to locate a service center, please call 1-800-284-HELP or visit

MiniDV Spine

1.6"

File Tab

3.2"

>

[Clear]

>

[Text & Format]

Audio Tape

3.5"

Divider Tab

1.6"

us at www.brother.com

You can also go into [Text & Format] / [Text Only] by pressing

+ .