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[Text Only]
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 recommended AC adapter (AD-24ES UK:
Optional on the PT-D200) for the P-touch labeller to prevent any damage or failure.
• Do not touch the P-touch labeller during a lightning storm.
• Do not use the machine/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 carefully when
disconnecting from the power outlet.
• Make sure that the plug is fully inserted in the power outlet. Do not use an outlet that
is loose.
• Do not allow the machine/AC adapter/power plug/batteries to get wet, for example,
by handling them with wet hands or spilling beverages onto them.
• Since loss of eyesight may result when leaked fluid from batteries gets into your
eyes, immediately rinse your eyes with a large amount of clean water, and then
seek medical attention.
• Do not disassemble or modify the P-touch labeller/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.
• Do not throw the batteries into fire or expose to heat.
• Disconnect the AC adapter, remove batteries immediately and stop using the
machine if you notice abnormal odour, heat, discoloration, deformation or anything
unusual while using or storing it.
• Do not use a damaged or leaking battery as the fluid may get on your hands.
• Do not use a deformed or leaking battery or one whose label is damaged. There
is a possibility of generating heat.
Follow these guidelines to avoid personal injury, liquid
leakage, burns or heat.
• When the machine is not being used, store it out of the reach of children. In
addition, do not allow children to put machine parts or labels in their mouths. If any
object has been swallowed, seek medical attention.
• Do not touch metal parts near the print head immediately after printing.
• Do not touch the cutter blade.
• If leaked fluid from batteries gets onto your skin or clothes, immediately rinse them
with clean water.
• Remove the batteries and disconnect the AC adapter if you do not intend to use
the P-touch labeller.
• Do not use a battery other than that specified. Do not use combinations of old and
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.
• Do not drop or hit the P-touch labeller/AC adapter.
• Do not press on the LCD display.
• Do not put your finger inside the machine when you close the back cover.
• 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.
• Depending on the location, material, and environmental conditions, the label may
unpeel or become irremovable, the colour 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 labeller in any way or for any purpose not described in this
guide. Doing so may result in accidents or damage to the machine.
• Use only Brother TZe tapes with the P-touch labeller. Do not use tapes that do not
have the
mark.
• Only use a soft, dry cloth to clean the labeller; 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.
• Do not place the P-touch labeller/batteries/AC adapter in direct sunlight or rain,
near heaters or other hot appliances, in any location exposed to extremely high
or low temperatures (e.g., on the dashboard or in the back of your car) or high
humidity, or in dusty locations.
• Do not apply excessive pressure to the cutter lever.
• Do not try to print if the cassette is empty; it will damage the print head.
• Do not pull the tape while printing or feeding; it will damage the tape and machine.
• Any data stored in memory will be lost due to failure or repair of the P-touch
labeller, or if the battery expires.
• The P-touch labeller is not equipped with a charging feature for rechargeable
batteries.
• The printed text may differ from the text that appears on the LCD.
• The length of the printed label may differ from the displayed label length.
• A protective clear plastic sticker is placed over the display during manufacturing
and shipping. This sticker should be removed prior to use.
• When power is disconnected for more than three minutes, all text, format settings
and any text files stored in the memory will be cleared.
Monotype
TM
Monotype is a trademark of Monotype Imaging Inc. registered in the
United States Patent and Trademark Office and may be registered in
certain jurisdictions.
Frutiger
TM
Frutiger is a trademark of Linotype Corp. registered in the U.S. Patent and
Trademark Office and may be registered in certain other jurisdictions in the
name of Linotype Corp. or its licensee Linotype GmbH.
Palatino
TM
Palatino is a trademark of Linotype GmbH registered in the U.S. Patent
and Trademark Office and may be registered in certain other jurisdictions.
Safety Precautions
Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious
injuries.
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, may
result in minor or moderate injuries.
General Precautions
CAUTION
Licensed Trademarks
Power Supply and Tape Cassette
Open the cassette cover by pressing the
above indicated area at the top end of the
machine.
If a tape cassette is already installed, remove it by
pulling it straight up. Also, if batteries are already
installed, remove them.
• Make sure that the power is turned off when
replacing batteries or tape cassettes.
Insert six new AAA alkaline batteries
(LR03) or fully charged Ni-MH batteries
(HR03), making sure that their poles
point in the correct directions.
Users of alkaline batteries:
Always replace all six batteries at the
same time with brand new ones.
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.
Insert a tape cassette, making sure that it
snaps into place.
• Make sure that the end of the tape feeds under
the tape guides.
• Use only Brother TZe tapes with this machine.
Securely close the cassette cover,
making sure that it snaps into place.
NOTE
When using AC adapter (AD-24ES UK: Optional on the
PT-D200)
1.
Connect the AC adapter into the AC adapter socket
on the top 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 with the AC adapter.
1
Print head
Tape cutter
lever
Cassette
cover
2
3
Toothed
Wheel
Cutter’s
edge
End of tape
Tape
exit slot
Tape guide
4
AC adapter socket
NOTE
• The LCD shows one row of 15 characters; however, the text
that you enter can be up to 80 characters in length.
• While selecting the settings, press the Space key to go back to
the default item.
LCD Display & Keyboard
17
18
19
20
21
22
27
17
23
26
13
12
15
11
10
14
9
16
24
2
1
3
4
5
6
7
8
25
1.
Size
2.
Cursor
3.
Underline/Frame
4.
Width
5.
Style
6.
Caps
7.
Label Length
If a specific label length has been
selected,
also appears.
8.
English Text Mode
9.
Cursor key: Right (Use with
Shift key to go to end of the
text.)
10.
OK key
11.
Escape key
12.
Cursor key: Left (Use with
Shift key to go to top of the
text.)
13.
Power key
14.
Menu key
15.
Font key
16.
Character keys
17.
Shift keys
18.
Print key
19.
Preview key
20.
Frame key
21.
Symbol key
22.
Decorative Mode key
23.
Backspace key
24.
Enter key
25.
Accent key
26.
Eng/Arabic key
27.
Space key
• 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.
1
Start your machine.
Supply power by using six AAA batteries or the AC
adapter (AD-24ES UK: Optional on the PT-D200), and
then press
.
2
Set the language.
The default setting is [English].
3
Set the unit of measurement.
The default setting is [mm].
NOTE
• The machine automatically turns off if no keys are pressed
within five minutes.
• To cancel any operation, press
.
Initial Settings
/
[Language]
/
[Arabic/Persian/English]
.
/
[Unit]
/
[inch/mm]
.
Troubleshooting
Error message
What to do when...
Message
Cause/Remedy
Low Battery!
The batteries are weak.
If using AAA alkaline batteries: Replace them with new
ones.
If using Ni-MH batteries: Charge them fully.
Battery Dead!
The installed batteries are running low.
Invalid!
• There is no text above the cursor when you selected
[Numbering].
• An invalid character was selected for [Numbering].
• An invalid number was selected for [Tab Length] or
[Label Length].
• An invalid value was entered as the label length while
using the Decorative Mode or Name Label function.
• When the vowel key which cannot be compound is
pushed.
No Text!
• You tried to print a text file when there is no data
stored in the memory.
•
is pressed when no text is entered.
• You tried to select [Numbering], [Mirror], or Text
Preview when no text is entered.
•
or
was pressed when no text was
entered while using the Decorative Mode or Name
Label function.
Line Limit!
• You tried to enter a 3rd line by pressing
.
• You tried to print or preview two lines of text while
3.5 mm or 6 mm tape is installed. Install tape of a
larger size.
No Cassette!
You tried to print a label when there is no cassette
installed.
Cutter Error!
The tape cutter lever was used in the middle of the
printing process.
Text Full!
The maximum number of characters (80 characters,
50 characters for Decorative Mode or Name Label
function) have already been entered.
Text Limit!
With the Decorative Mode or Name Label function:
Since the number of entered characters exceeds the
label length, reduce the text.
All other functions:
Since the number of entered characters exceeds the
label length, reduce the text, or select [Auto] as the
label length.
No Frame OK?
Printing on 3.5 mm tape with invalid Frame setting ON.
(Select
to print with no Frame,
to
cancel.)
No VRT OK?
No Italic OK?
Vertical (or Italic) printing is impossible if entry was
made in Arabic characters.
OK to Feed?
Feeding tape after printing when [Chain Print] is
selected. Refer to “Setting Margin”.
Insert 12mm!
Only 12 mm tapes are available for use with
Decorative Mode or the Name Label function.
Wrong Tape!
Use a tape cassette with the
mark.
Message
Cause/Remedy
Problem
Solution
The display stays
blank after you
have turned on
the machine.
• Check that the batteries are correctly inserted.
• If the batteries are weak, replace them.
• Check that the AC adapter (AD-24ES: Optional
on the PT-D200) adapter is correctly connected.
When the label is
printed out, the
margin(space) is
too large on both
sides of the text.
• See “Setting Margin” in this users guide and
select [Half] or [Narrow] to have smaller margins
for your label.
The machine
does not print, or
the printed
characters are
not formed
properly.
• Check that the tape cassette has been inserted
correctly.
• If the tape cassette is empty, replace it.
• Check the cassette cover is properly closed.
The setting has
cleared on its
own.
• The batteries may be weak. Replace them.
• When power is disconnected for more than three
minutes, all text & formats in the display will be
lost. Language and Unit settings will also be
cleared.
A blank
horizontal line
appears through
the printed label.
• There maybe some dust on the print head. Remove
the tape cassette and use a dry cotton swab to
gently wipe the print head with an up-and-down
motion.
• The print head can be cleaned more easily if the
optional print head cleaning cassette (TZe-CL3) is
used.
The machine has
“locked up” (i.e.,
nothing happens
when a key is
pressed, even
though the
machine is on.)
• Refer to “Resetting the P-touch”.
The power turns
off when you try
to print.
• The batteries may be weak. Replace them.
• Check that the batteries are correctly inserted.
• A wrong adapter is used; the recommended
adapter is the AD-24ES UK (Optional on the PT-
D200).
The tape does
not feed properly
or the tape gets
stuck inside the
machine.
• Check that the end of the tape feeds under the
tape guides.
• The cutter lever is used while printing. Do not
touch the cutter lever during printing.
All text and
format settings
need to be
cleared to create
a new label.
• Press
+
and select [Text&Format].
The LCD is set to
an incorrect
language.
• Refer to “Initial Settings”.
Problem
Solution
With your PT-D200/E200, you can create labels for multiple
applications. Select from the 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
different widths and exciting colours.
Read this manual carefully before you begin and keep the
manual in a handy place for future reference.
Printed in China
LAD388001
English
D200/E200
User’s Guide
BASIC USAGE
Switching the character for entry[English/
Arabic]
English
Arabic
Switching Upper Case/Lower Case
Upper case (
ON) Lower case (
OFF)
Making Two Lines of Text
Move the cursor to where the second line starts and press
.
Use either 9 mm or 12 mm wide tape for two line text.
NOTE
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.
Feeding (Tape Feed)
Printing
• If you need only 1 copy of the label, press
without
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.
• Peel the printed label from the backing and apply the label.
• You can print up to 9 copies of each label.
Using Print Options (
+
)
[Numbering]
You can print many copies of the same text while incrementing
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)
• Select the highest number you wish to be printed when
setting the number.
[Mirror]
• Use clear tape in [Mirror], so the labels can be read correctly
from the opposite side when attached on glass, windows or
other transparent surfaces.
Setting Margin (
+ )
[Full]/[Half]/[Narrow]
For leaving equal margins on both sides of the text.
[Chain Print]
For creating a label containing text in various styles.
1.
Enter text.
2.
Press
, then [Copies: ] appears.
3.
Press
/
or enter number with number keys
to select the number of copies.
4.
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
• 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
printed dots ( ) with scissors so the text is centred in the label.
• When [Half] or [Narrow] is set, the displayed label length is the
length from the printed dots ( ) to the end of the label.
• To print more than 1 copy of a label with the minimum margin,
set the margin to [Narrow].
• Do not pull the tape since this may damage the tape cassette.
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. You can
also edit and overwrite stored labels.
Save
Open
NOTE
If you try to store a label when there is already a label stored to
that number, a message “Overwrite?” will appear. Press
to save your new label. Press
to cancel.
If the cutter blade becomes blunt after repetitive use and the tape
cannot be cut cleanly, replace with a new cutter unit (stock no. TC-4)
obtained from an authorised Brother reseller.
Replacing the Cutter Unit
1.
Pull out the two sections of the cutter unit (green) in the
direction of the arrows shown in the illustration.
2.
Install a new cutter unit. Push it in until it snaps into place.
Entering Text
e
g
a
m
i
l
e
b
a
L
1
e
n
i
L
Line 2
Caps
Caps
• The return symbol ( ) will be displayed when the Enter key
is pressed.
Entering Accented Characters
• Refer to the table of accented characters (B) on the enclosed
insertion sheet for a list of available accented characters.
• To cancel operations, press
.
• The order of accented characters differs depending on the
selected LCD language.
Changing Label Length
+
NOTE
• After the label is printed, cut along the printed dots (:) with
scissors so that the label length matches the machine setting.
• If a specific label length has been selected, also appears in
the LCD.
To Clear
By pressing
, the letters will be deleted one by one.
To delete all text and settings:
-
/
/
/
[Label Length]
/
[Auto/30-300 mm]
+
/
[Text&Format]
Printing Labels
+
[Copies: ] /
-
/
+
/
[Numbering]
/
+
/
[Mirror]
[Mirror Print?]
/
[Margin]
/
[Full/Half/Narrow/Chain Print]
LCD display
Label image
Full
Half
Narrow
25.4
mm
4
mm
4
mm
C
B
A
C
B
A
12
mm
12
mm
ABC
25.4
mm
Full
Half
Narrow
67
mm
ABC
41
mm
ABC
25
mm
ABC
Saving Label Files
/
[Save]
/
/
[Print]
/
[Copies: ]
/
-
/
[Open]
/
Accessories
Tape Cassettes:
See the included “Tape Catalog”.
AC Adapter:
AD-24ES UK
Carrying Case:
This accessory is only included in
the PT-E200.
Cutter Unit:
TC-4 (replacement)
Do not touch the cutter blade directly with your fingers.
USING TEMPLATES
This function allows you to create various name labels using the
built-in templates. Refer to the Name Label format table (A) on the
enclosed insertion sheet.
Example:
This function allows you to create unique labels by using built-
in templates. Refer to the Decorative mode format table (C) on
the enclosed insertion sheet.
Example:
NOTE
• Depending on the format you have selected, the entire
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
message "Text Limit!" will appear.
• The templates cannot be edited.
• Only the highlighted symbols on the enclosed insertion sheet
can be used in Decorative Mode.
• To clear all text, press
and
, then “Clear?” appears.
Press
to clear. Press
to cancel.
• 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.
• Press
to return to the previous step.
• 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
when "Print" appears.
• These features are only available when using 12 mm wide
tape cassettes.
• The maximum label length is 200 mm for Decorative Mode
and Name Label function.
• When [Auto] is selected for “Label Length”, the label will
automatically adjust to the correct length for the text.
• Press
to return to the [Auto] setting for
“Label Length” mode.
USEFUL FUNCTION KEYS
1
Press
to select the settings to enter
text.
2
Press
/
to select the settings.
NOTE
• To cancel operations, press
.
• The actual printed font size depends on the tape width, number
of characters and number of input lines. Once characters reach
a minimum size, the selected font will default to a custom font
which is based on the Helsinki style. This allows labels to print
using the smallest text possible on narrow or multi-line labels.
Press
/
to select the frame design. Refer
to the frame design table (B) on the enclosed insertion sheet.
NOTE
To cancel operations, press
.
Press
/
to select various symbols. Refer
to the table of symbols (D) on the enclosed insertion sheet for a
list of available symbols.
NOTE
To cancel operations, press
.
You can reset the P-touch labeller when you want to initialise
the settings, or in the event the P-touch labeller is not working
properly.
1
Turn off the P-touch labeller, hold down
and
and then press
to turn the P-touch
back on.
2
Release
and
.
The P-touch labeller turns on with the internal memory
reset.
NOTE
All text, settings and stored files are cleared.
*
1
Visit us at http://solutions.brother.com/ for the latest
information about the recommended batteries.
Name Label
+
/
[Name Label]
[Select Layout]
/
n
o
s
r
e
d
n
A
l
li
B
ABC Company, Inc.
/
[Auto/30-200mm]
[Print]
Decorative Mode
(Does not support
Arabic text.)
[Select Layout]
/
[Input Text] ABCDEF
/
[Auto/30-200mm]
[Print]
Font Key
/
Select an item
Font
Helsinki (Frutiger
TM
)
Brussels (Palatino
TM
)
Florida (Frutiger
TM
)
Calgary (Palatino
TM
)
Size
Large
Medium
Small
Width
Normal
× 2
× 1/2
Style
Normal
Bold
Outline
Shadow
Solid
Italic
I+Bold
I+Outline
I+Shadow
Vertical
Frame Key
/
/
/
Select a frame
Symbol Key
/
/
/
[Basic/
Pictograph]
/
Select category
/
Choose a symbol
Resetting the P-touch
Specifications
Dimensions:
(W x D x H)
Approx. 165(W) × 155(D) × 68(H)mm
Weight:
Approx. 490 g
(without batteries and tape cassette)
Power supply:
Six AAA alkaline batteries (LR03)
Six AAA Ni-MH batteries (HR03)*
1
AC adapter (AD-24ES UK: Optional on
the PT-D200)
Tape cassette:
Brother TZe tape (width)
3.5 mm, 6 mm, 9 mm, 12 mm
Contact Information
Contact may differ by country.
See the Website at http://www.brother.ae/
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