Brother E300 User manual

Read this User’s Guide before you start using your P-touch.
Keep this User’s Guide in a handy place for future reference.
Visit us at http://solutions.brother.com/ where you can
get product support, and answers to frequently asked
questions (FAQs).
INTRODUCTION
GETTING STARTED
EDITING A LABEL
LABEL PRINTING
USING THE FILE MEMORY
TROUBLESHOOTING
APPENDIX
INDEX
RESETTING & MAINTAINING
YOUR P-TOUCH
USER’S GUIDE P-touch E3 00

INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the P-touch model E300.
Your new E300 is an intuitive, easy to operate and feature rich P-touch that produces
professional looking and high quality labels.
This manual contains various precautions and basic procedures for using this labelling
system. Read this manual carefully before using and keep in a handy place for future
reference.
Compilation and Publication Notice
Under the supervision of Brother Industries, Ltd., this manual has been compiled and
published, covering the latest product’s descriptions and specifications.
The contents of this manual and the specifications of this product are subject to change
without notice.
If a new version of the E300 firmware is released, this manual may not reflect the updated
features. Therefore, you may find the new firmware and the contents in this manual are
different.
Any trade names and product names of companies appearing on Brother products, related
documents and any other materials are all trademarks or registered trademarks of those
respective companies.
Declaration of Conformity (Europe Only)
We, Brother Industries, Ltd.
15-1, Naeshiro-cho, Mizuho-ku,
Nagoya 467-8561 Japan
declare that this product and AC adapter are in conformity with the essential requirements
of all relevant directives and regulations applied within the European Community.
The Declaration of Conformity (DoC) can be downloaded from the Brother Solutions
Center.
Visit http://solutions.brother.com/ and:
• select “Europe”
• select your country
• select your model
• select “Manuals” and your language, then click “Search”
• select Declaration of Conformity
• click “Download”
Your Declaration will be downloaded as a PDF file.

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Safety Precautions ................................................................................................................3
General Precautions............................................................................................................10
Symbols Used in this Guide ................................................................................................11
How to use the P-touch .......................................................................................................12
GETTING STARTED ......................................................................................13
Unpacking Your P-touch .....................................................................................................13
General Description.............................................................................................................14
LCD Display & Keyboard.....................................................................................................15
LCD Display...................................................................................................................15
Key Names and Functions.............................................................................................16
Power Supply ......................................................................................................................18
AC Adapter ....................................................................................................................18
Using the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery ..........................................................................18
Battery ..........................................................................................................................21
Inserting a Tape Cassette ...................................................................................................22
Turning Power On/Off .........................................................................................................23
Feeding Tape ......................................................................................................................23
Feed function ................................................................................................................23
LCD Display ........................................................................................................................24
LCD Contrast ................................................................................................................24
Backlight ........................................................................................................................24
Setting Language and Unit..................................................................................................25
Language ......................................................................................................................25
Unit ...............................................................................................................................25
EDITING A LABEL..........................................................................................26
Selecting a Labelling Application Type................................................................................26
GENERAL......................................................................................................................26
FACEPLATE..................................................................................................................26
CABLE WRAP ...............................................................................................................27
CABLE FLAG.................................................................................................................27
PATCH PANEL .............................................................................................................28
PUNCH-DOWN BLOCK ...............................................................................................28
Creating a Bar Code Label..................................................................................................28
Setting Bar Code Parameters and Entering Bar Code Data..........................................29
Editing and Deleting a Bar Code ...................................................................................29
Entering a Serialize Label ...................................................................................................30
Serialize .........................................................................................................................30
Advanced serialize ........................................................................................................31
Entering and Editing Text ....................................................................................................33
Entering Text from the Keyboard...................................................................................33
Adding a New Line ........................................................................................................33
Adding a New Block.......................................................................................................33
Moving the Cursor .........................................................................................................33
Inserting Text ................................................................................................................34
Deleting Text..................................................................................................................34
Contents

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Entering Symbols................................................................................................................34
Entering Symbols Using the Symbol Function .............................................................. 34
Using Symbol History.................................................................................................... 35
Entering Accented Characters............................................................................................ 36
Setting Character Attributes................................................................................................ 36
Setting Character Attributes by Label ........................................................................... 36
Setting Auto Fit Style .................................................................................................... 37
Setting Frames ................................................................................................................... 37
Setting Cut Options.............................................................................................................38
Selecting how tape is fed and cut ................................................................................. 39
LABEL PRINTING ......................................................................................... 40
Label Preview ..................................................................................................................... 40
Printing a Label................................................................................................................... 40
Printing a single page.................................................................................................... 40
Printing a range of page................................................................................................ 40
Printing Multiple Copies ............................................................................................... 41
Attaching Labels ................................................................................................................. 41
USING THE FILE MEMORY ......................................................................... 42
Storing a Label into Memory............................................................................................... 42
Opening a Stored Label File ............................................................................................... 42
Printing a Stored Label File................................................................................................. 43
Deleting a Stored Label File................................................................................................ 43
RESETTING & MAINTAINING YOUR P-TOUCH ......................................... 44
Resetting the P-touch ......................................................................................................... 44
Resetting the data to factory settings............................................................................ 44
Maintenance ....................................................................................................................... 45
Cleaning the Unit........................................................................................................... 45
Cleaning the Print Head ................................................................................................ 45
Cleaning the Tape Cutter.............................................................................................. 45
TROUBLESHOOTING................................................................................... 46
What to do when.................................................................................................................46
Error Messages................................................................................................................... 47
APPENDIX..................................................................................................... 49
Specifications...................................................................................................................... 49
Symbols .............................................................................................................................. 50
Accented Characters .......................................................................................................... 51
Character Attribute.............................................................................................................. 51
Frames................................................................................................................................ 53
Bar Codes ........................................................................................................................... 53
Bar Code Settings Table ............................................................................................... 53
Special Character List .................................................................................................. 54
INDEX............................................................................................................ 55

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Safety Precautions
To prevent injury and damage, important notes are explained using various symbols.
The symbols and their meanings are as follows:
The symbols used in this manual are as follows:
Safety Precautions
DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if the product is
handled without following the warnings and instructions, will result
in death or serious injuries.
WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injuries.
CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
may result in minor or moderate injuries.
Action NOT allowed. DO NOT disassemble the product.
DO NOT splash the product with or
immerse the product in water.
DO NOT touch a given portion of the
product.
Mandatory action. Unplugging is required.
Indicates risk of fire under certain
circumstances.
Alerts to the possibility of electrical
shock.

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Safety Precautions
DANGER
Rechargeable Li-ion Battery
Carefully observe the following precautions for the rechargeable Li-ion battery (hereafter
referred to as “rechargeable battery”), If these precautions are not followed, overheating,
leaking, or cracks in the battery may result in an electrical short, explosion, smoke, fire,
electric shock, injury to yourself or others, or damage to the product or other property.
Use the rechargeable battery only for its
intended purpose. The labelling system
and rechargeable battery are designed
to function exclusively with each other.
DO NOT insert the rechargeable battery
into a different labelling system,
or a different rechargeable battery into
your labelling system, otherwise fire
or damage may result.
To charge the rechargeable battery,
insert it into the labelling system,
and then use the AC adapter designed
specifically for this labelling system.
DO NOT charge the rechargeable
battery near a fire or in direct sunlight.
This could activate the protection
circuitry, which is designed to prevent
danger from high heat. Activation of the
protection circuitry could cause
charging to stop, charging to occur
with excessive current/voltage if the
protection circuitry fails, or an abnormal
chemical reaction within the battery.
When charging the rechargeable
battery, use only a battery charger
designed specifically for the
rechargeable battery.
DO NOT allow wires or other metal
objects to come into contact with the
terminals of the rechargeable battery.
DO NOT carry or store the rechargeable
battery with metal objects such as
necklaces or hairpins. This could cause
an electrical short, and lead metal
objects such as wires, necklaces,
or hairpins to overheat.
DO NOT use or leave the rechargeable
battery near fire, heaters, or other high
temperature (above 80 °C) locations.
DO NOT allow the rechargeable battery
to come into contact with or to be
immersed in water.
DO NOT use in corrosive environments,
such as areas where salty air, salt
water, acids, alkalis, corrosive gases,
chemicals, or any corrosive liquid are
present.
DO NOT use the rechargeable battery
if it is damaged or leaking.
DO NOT directly solder any connections
to the rechargeable battery. This could
cause internal insulation to melt, gas to
be emitted, or safety mechanisms to fail.
DO NOT use the rechargeable battery
with the polarity (+) (-) reversed. Check
the orientation of the rechargeable
battery before inserting it, and do not try
to force the rechargeable battery into
the labelling system. Charging the
rechargeable battery with the polarity
reversed could cause an abnormal
chemical reaction within the
rechargeable battery or abnormal
current flow during discharge.
DO NOT directly connect the
rechargeable battery to a household
electrical supply.

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Safety Precautions
Rechargeable Li-ion Battery
Liquid (electrolyte) leaking from the
labelling system or rechargeable battery
may indicate that the rechargeable
battery is damaged. If the rechargeable
battery leaks, immediately discontinue
use of the labelling system, unplug the
AC adapter, and isolate the labelling
system by placing it in a bag.
Do not touch the electrolyte.
If electrolyte gets in the eyes, do not rub
them. Immediately rinse liberally with
tap water or other clean water and seek
the advice of a medical professional.
If left alone, the electrolyte could cause
eye damage. If electrolyte contacts your
skin or clothing, immediately rinse them
with water.
DO NOT put the labelling system or the
rechargeable battery into a microwave
oven, or high pressure container.
DO NOT leave a drained rechargeable
battery in the labelling system for a long
period of time. This could shorten the life
of the rechargeable battery or lead to an
electrical short.
If the labelling system can only be used
for a short period of time, even though
the rechargeable battery is fully
charged, the rechargeable battery may
have reached the end of its service life.
Replace the rechargeable battery with a
new one. When removing and replacing
the rechargeable battery, cover the
terminals of the old rechargeable
battery with tape to avoid creating a
short in the battery.
DO NOT disassemble, modify, or
attempt to repair the rechargeable
battery.
DO NOT dispose of the rechargeable
battery in fire or intentionally overheat.
This could cause the internal insulation
to melt, gas to be emitted, or safety
mechanisms to fail. Additionally, the
electrolyte solution could catch fire.
DO NOT puncture the rechargeable
battery with any objects, subject it to
severe shocks or throw it. Damage to
the rechargeable battery’s protection
circuit could cause the rechargeable
battery to be recharged at an abnormal
current/voltage or cause an abnormal
chemical reaction within the
rechargeable battery.
DO NOT incinerate the rechargeable
battery or dispose of it with household
waste.
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Safety Precautions
WARNING
P-touch
Follow these guidelines to avoid fire, electric shock, the risk of injury to yourself or others,
and/or damage to the labelling system or other property.
DO NOT allow the labelling system to
get wet or use the labelling system in
areas that may become wet, such as
bathrooms or near sinks.
DO NOT touch any metal parts near the
print head. The print head becomes
very hot during use and remains very
hot immediately after use. Do not touch
it directly with your hands.
DO NOT disassemble the P-touch.
For inspection, adjustment, and repair
of the labelling system, contact Brother
customer service.
Plastic bags are used in the packaging
of your labelling system. To avoid
danger of suffocation, keep these bags
away from babies and children.
If you notice heat, an abnormal odour,
discolouration of the labelling system,
deformation, or anything else unusual
while using or storing the labelling
system, immediately discontinue use of
the labelling system, disconnect the
AC adapter, and remove the batteries.
To prevent damage, do not drop or hit
the P-touch.
DO NOT use the P-touch with a foreign object in it. If water, a metallic substance,
or any other foreign object enters the P-touch, disconnect the AC adapter and remove
the batteries, and contact Brother customer service.
Alkaline batteries/Ni-MH rechargeable batteries
Follow these guidelines to avoid liquid leakage, heat, rupture of the battery and cause
personal injury.
DO NOT throw into fire, heat up,
short-circuit, recharge, or disassemble
the battery.
DO NOT allow batteries to get wet, for
example, by handling them with wet
hands or spilling beverages onto them.
If fluid leaked from the batteries gets into
your eyes, immediately rinse your eyes
with a large amount of clean water, and
then seek medical attention. If leaked
fluid enters your eyes, loss of eyesight
or other damage to the eyes may result.
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 remove or
replace the batteries.
DO NOT use a damaged, deformed, or
leaking battery, or a battery whose label
is damaged. Doing so may result in
generating excessive heat. Use of a
damaged or leaking battery may also
lead to battery fluid getting on your
hands. If leaked fluid gets onto your
hands and you rub your eyes, loss of
eyesight or other damage to the eyes
may result. Immediately rinse your
hands with a large amount of clean
water, and then seek medical attention.

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Safety Precautions
AC Adapter
Follow these guidelines to avoid fire, damage, electric shock, failure or the risk of injury.
Make sure that the plug is fully inserted
into the power outlet. Do not use an
outlet that is loose.
Always use the specified AC adapter,
and always plug the AC adapter into
an electrical outlet with the specified
voltage (220 - 240V). Failure to do so
may result in injury to yourself or others,
or damage to the labelling system or
other property. Brother does not
assume, any responsibility for any
accident or damage resulting from not
using the specified AC adapter and
adapter cord.
DO NOT connect the AC adapter or
adapter cord to other products.
DO NOT touch the AC adapter and the
P-touch during a thunderstorm. There
may be a remote risk of electric shock
from lightning when the labelling system
is used during a thunderstorm.
DO NOT touch the AC adapter or power
plug with wet hands.
DO NOT use the AC adapter in places
with high humidity or moisture, such as
bathrooms.
DO NOT use a damaged adapter cord
or power plug.
DO NOT place heavy objects on,
damage, or modify the adapter cord or
plug. Do not forcibly bend or pull the
adapter cord.
DO NOT drop, hit, or otherwise damage
the AC adapter.
Tape Cutter
DO NOT touch the blade of the cutter
unit.
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Safety Precautions
CAUTION
Alkaline batteries/Ni-MH rechargeable batteries
Follow these guidelines to avoid liquid leakage, overheating or rupture of the battery.
DO NOT use a battery other than the
one specified for use with your labelling
system. 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 the
polarity (+ and -) reversed.
If fluid leaked from the battery gets on
your skin or clothes, immediately rinse
them with clean water.
Remove the batteries if you do not
intend to use the P-touch for an
extended period of time.
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 before
using them with the appropriate,
specialised battery charger.
DO NOT disassemble or modify the
batteries.
DO NOT expose the batteries to heat
or dispose of the batteries in a fire.
AC Adapter
If you do not intend on using the P-touch
for an extended period of time,
disconnect the AC adapter from the
power outlet.
When disconnecting the AC adapter
from the power outlet, always hold the
AC adapter.
DO NOT use the AC adapter in places
of high humidity such as bathrooms.
DO NOT overload an electrical circuit
with the AC adapter.
DO NOT disassemble or modify the
AC adapter.
DO NOT allow the AC adapter/power
plug to get wet, for example, by handling
them with wet hands or spilling
beverages on to them.
Tape Cutter
Follow these guidelines to avoid minor personal injury and damage to the labelling system.
DO NOT open the tape compartment
cover when operating the cutter unit.
DO NOT apply excessive pressure to
the cutter unit.

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Safety Precautions
P-touch
Follow these guidelines to avoid minor personal injury and damage to the P-touch.
Store the P-touch on a flat, stable
surface such as a desk or in a drawer.
DO NOT leave the P-touch or any tape
within the reach of young children.
DO NOT place any heavy objects on top
of the P-touch.
Always use the suggested AC adapter
(AD-E001) for the P-touch and plug it
into an outlet with the specified voltage.
Failure to do so could result in damage
or failure of the P-touch.
DO NOT use the P-touch in places with
moisture or high humidity, such as
bathrooms.
DO NOT allow the P-touch to get wet,
for example, by handling it with wet
hands or spilling beverages onto them.
DO NOT disassemble or modify the
P-touch.
If you notice heat, an abnormal odour,
discolouration of the P-touch,
deformation, or anything else unusual
while using or storing the P-touch,
immediately discontinue the use of the
P-touch, disconnect the AC adapter,
and remove the batteries.
CAUTION

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General Precautions
Rechargeable Li-ion battery
• At the time of purchase, the rechargeable Li-ion battery is slightly charged so that the
operation of the labelling system can be verified; however, the rechargeable Li-ion battery
should be fully charged with the AC adapter before the labelling system is used.
• If the labelling system will not be used for a long period of time, remove the rechargeable
Li-ion battery from the labelling system, and then store it in a location where it is not
exposed to static electricity, high humidity, or high temperatures (temperatures between
15 and 25 °C and 40 to 60% humidity are recommended). In order to maintain the
efficiency and life of the Li-ion rechargeable battery, charge it at least every six months.
• If you notice anything unusual about the rechargeable Li-ion battery the first time it is used,
for example overheating or rust, DO NOT continue to use the battery. Contact Brother
customer service.
Labelling System
• DO NOT install the P-touch near any device that will cause electromagnetic interference.
The P-touch may malfunction if left near a television or radio etc.
• DO NOT use the P-touch in any way or for any purpose not described in this guide. Doing
so may result in injury or damage to the labelling system.
• DO NOT put any foreign objects into the tape exit slot, AC adapter connector, or any other
part of the labelling system.
• DO NOT touch the print head (see page 6) with your fingers. Use the optional print head
cleaning cassette (TZe-CL4), the self-cleaning function of the labelling system, or a soft
wipe (e.g.a cotton swab) when cleaning the print head (see “Cleaning the Unit” on
page 45).
• DO NOT clean any part of the labelling system with alcohol or other organic solvents.
Only use a soft, dry cloth.
• DO NOT place the P-touch in direct sunlight, near heaters or other hot appliances,
or in any location exposed to extremely high or low temperatures, high humidity, or dust.
The standard operating temperature range of the P-touch is 10 to 35 °C.
• DO NOT leave any rubber or vinyl, or products made of rubber or vinyl, on the labelling
system for an extended period of time, otherwise the labelling system may become stained.
• Depending on the environmental conditions and the applied settings, some characters
or symbols may be difficult to read.
• Use Brother TZe or HGe tapes with the P-touch.
• DO NOT pull or apply pressure to the tape in the cassette to avoid damaging the P-touch.
• DO NOT try to print labels using an empty tape cassette or without a tape cassette in
the P-touch. Doing so will damage the print head.
• DO NOT attempt to cut the tape while printing or feeding since this will damage the tape.
• Depending on the location, material, and environmental conditions, the label may unpeel
or become irremovable, and the colour of the label may change or be transferred to other
objects.
• DO NOT expose the tape cassettes to direct sunlight, high temperatures, high humidity,
or dust. Store tape cassettes in a cool, dark place. Use the tape cassettes soon after
opening the tape cassette package.
• Markings made with oil-based or water-based ink may be visible through a label affixed
over them. To hide the markings, use two labels layered on top of each other or use
a dark-coloured label.
General Precautions

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Symbols Used in this Guide
• Any data stored in memory will be lost due to failure or repair of the P-touch, or if the battery
expires.
• When power is disconnected for more than two minutes, all text and format settings will
be cleared. Any text files stored in the memory will also be cleared.
• A protective clear plastic sticker is placed over the display during manufacturing and
shipping. This sticker should be removed prior to use.
• The length of the printed label may differ from the displayed label length.
• You can also use Heat Shrink Tube in this model. Check the Brother website
(http://www.brother.com/) for further information. You may not be able to use some print
frame, or font settings when using Heat Shrink Tube.
• The P-touch is not equipped with a charging feature for Ni-MH rechargeable batteries.
• The printed label may differ from the image that appears on the LCD.
• Note that Brother Industries, Ltd. does not assume responsibility for any damage or injury
arising from the failure to follow the precautions listed in this manual.
• We strongly recommend that you read this User’s Guide carefully before using your P-touch,
and then keep it nearby for future reference.
The following symbols are used throughout this guide to indicate additional information.
Symbols Used in this Guide
:This symbol indicates information or directions that may result in damage or injury if
ignored, or operations that will result in errors.
:This symbol indicates information or directions that may help you understand and use
the P-touch more efficiently.

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How to use the P-touch
Create a label with the P-touch
GETTING STARTED
CREATING A LABEL
LABEL PRINTING
How to use the P-touch
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• Prepare the P-touch.
P. 13
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In addition to entering text, the P-touch
has a large range of formatting options.
Create labels like these:
• Entering and Editing text.
• Entering Symbols.
• Entering Accented Characters.
• Selecting a Labelling Application Type.
• Setting Cut Options.
P. 33
P. 34
P. 36
P. 26
P. 38
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Before printing, you can check the
layout of your label using the preview
function.
Create labels like these:
• Printing a label. P. 40

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Unpacking Your P-touch
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GETTING STARTED
Check that the package contains the following before using your P-touch.
Unpacking Your P-touch
E300
P-touch AC adapter
The plug may differ by countries.
Li-ion Battery Strap
Tape Cassette User’s Guide

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General Description
General Description
When shipped from the factory, the LCD display is covered with a protective sheet to prevent
damage. Remove this sheet before using the P-touch.
Keyboard
Tape cutter lever
LCD display
Tape cassette compartment
Tape cutter
Print head
Tape exit slot
Release lever
Cover latch
AC adapter connector
Rear cover
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LCD Display & Keyboard
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LCD Display
1. Line number
Indicates line number within the label
layout.
2. Shift Mode
Indicates shift mode is on.
3. Start Line / 4. End Line
The area between the start and end line
will be printed.
The short lines extending from the start/
end lines show the end of the label layout.
5. Block Separator Line
Indicates the end of a block.
6. Cursor
Characters are entered to the left of the
cursor. Indicates the current data input
position.
7. Labelling Application Type
Indicates current labelling application
type.
8. Return mark
Indicates the end of a line of text.
9. Battery Level
Indicates remaining battery level. It
displays only when using Li-ion battery.
10. Caps mode
Indicates that Caps mode is on.
11.-14. Style guidance
Indicates the current font (11),
character size (12), character style (13)
and frame (14) settings.
15. Tape length
Indicates the tape length for the text
entered.
16. Cursor selection
Use the and keys to select menu
items and the and keys to change
the settings.
17. Lock mark
Indicates that some items cannot be
changed.
18. Counter
Indicates currently selected number/
selectable number.
19. Block Number
Indicates the block number.
LCD Display & Keyboard
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523 4 98
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Refer to “LCD Display” on page 24 for
configuration.
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- Half
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LCD Display & Keyboard
Key Names and Functions
1. Power
Turns the P-touch on and off.
2. Style
Enables character and label attributes for
the label to be set.
3. File
Enables frequently used labels in the file
memory to be printed, opened, saved,
or deleted.
4. Preview
• Displays a preview of the label.
• The label is fed when used in
combination with the Shift key.
5. Print
• Prints the current label design onto the
tape.
• The label can be copied when used in
combination with the Shift key.
6. Labelling Application Type
• Selects the labelling application type.
• The feature that is displayed above the
button is enabled when used in
combination with the Shift key.
7. Bar Code
Opens Bar Code Setup screen.
8. Serialize
• You can print serialized numbers on the
labels.
• You can serialize any 2 numbers when
used in combination with the Shift key.
9. Menu
Enables operating preferences
(Language, Adjustment, etc.) for the
P-touch to be set.
10. Escape
Cancels the current command and
returns the display to the data entry
screen or the previous step.
11. Clear
Clears all text entered, or all text and
current label settings.
12. Cursor ( )
Moves the cursor in the direction of the
arrow.
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13. OK
Selects the displayed option.
14. Letter
• Use these keys to type letters or
numbers.
• Uppercase letters and symbols can be
entered using these keys in combination
with the Caps or Shift key.
15. Backspace
Deletes the character to the left of the
cursor.
16. Shift
Use this key in combination with the letter
and number keys to type uppercase
letters or the symbols indicated on the
number keys.
17. Caps
Turns Caps mode on and off.
18. Accent
Use this to select and enter an accented
character.
19. Space
• Enters a blank space.
• Returns a setting to the default value.
20. Symbol
Use this to select and enter a symbol from
a list of available symbols.
21. Enter
• Enters a new line when entering text.
• Enters a new block when used in
combination with the Shift key.

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Power Supply
AC Adapter
Use the AD-E001 (AC adapter) for this labelling system. The AD-18 or AD-24ES cannot be
used. Connect the AC adapter directly to the P-touch.
Insert the plug on the AC adapter cord into the connector marked DC IN 12 V on the
P-touch.
Insert the AC adapter plug into a standard electrical outlet.
Using the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery
Installing the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery
Open the rear cover by pressing the cover latch.
Power Supply
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• Turn the P-touch off before disconnecting the AC adapter.
• Do not pull or bend the AC adapter cord.
• When power is disconnected for more than two minutes, all text and format settings will be
cleared. Any text files stored in the memory will also be cleared.
To safeguard and backup the labelling system’s memory, when the AC adapter is unplugged it is
recommended to have AA-size alkaline batteries (LR6) or Ni-MH rechargeable batteries (HR6)
installed in the labelling system.
Cover latch
Rear cover
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