Brother P-touch PT-D600 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.
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USER’S GUIDE
PT-D600

INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the P-touch D600.
This manual contains various precautions and basic procedures for using this
labeller. Read this manual carefully before using and keep in a handy place for
future reference.

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Contents
Safety Precautions................................................................................................. 3
General Precautions .............................................................................................. 5
GETTING STARTED ............................................................................................. 6
Unpacking Your P-touch........................................................................................ 6
LCD Display & Keyboard ....................................................................................... 6
Power Supply and Tape cassette .......................................................................... 8
When using AC adapter (AD-E001) ............................................................... 8
When using six new AA alkaline batteries (LR6) or fully charged Ni-MH
batteries (HR6) ............................................................................................... 8
Insert a Tape Cassette ................................................................................... 9
Turning Power On/Off.......................................................................................... 10
Setting Language and Unit .................................................................................. 10
Language...................................................................................................... 10
Unit ............................................................................................................... 10
Turning Tape Colour Detection On/Off ................................................................ 10
Feeding Tape....................................................................................................... 11
Feed & Cut ................................................................................................... 11
Feed only...................................................................................................... 11
How to use the P-touch ....................................................................................... 11
Create a label with the P-touch .................................................................... 11
Create a label by connecting your labeller to a PC ...................................... 12
Setting Input Mode............................................................................................... 14
Label View Mode.......................................................................................... 14
Print Preview Mode ...................................................................................... 14
EDITING A LABEL............................................................................................... 15
Entering and Editing Text .................................................................................... 15
Entering Text from the Keyboard.................................................................. 15
Adding a New Line ....................................................................................... 15
Adding a New Block ..................................................................................... 15
Deleting Text ................................................................................................ 16
Inserting a Tab.............................................................................................. 16
Entering Accented Characters...................................................................... 16
Setting Character Attributes ([Font]/[Size]/[Width]/[Style]/[Line]/[Align]) .............. 17
Setting Character Attributes by Label........................................................... 17
Setting Character Attributes by Each Line.................................................... 17
Setting Auto Fit Style.................................................................................... 19
Setting Frames .................................................................................................... 20
Entering Symbols................................................................................................. 21
Entering Symbols Using the Symbol Function ............................................. 21
Setting Symbol History ................................................................................. 21
Setting Label Attributes ([Length]/[Cut Option]/[Tab Length]).............................. 23
Using Auto-Format Layouts ................................................................................. 23
Using Templates........................................................................................... 23
Using Block Layouts..................................................................................... 28
Using Table Format...................................................................................... 31
Printing Transferred Labels (For Windows®) ............................................... 32

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Creating a Barcode Label .................................................................................... 32
Setting Barcode Parameters and Entering Barcode Data ............................ 33
Editing and Deleting a Barcode.................................................................... 35
Using Time & Date Function................................................................................ 36
Clock Setting ................................................................................................ 36
Time & Date Format Setting......................................................................... 36
Time Stamp Setting...................................................................................... 37
Changing and Deleting the Time & Date Settings........................................ 39
LABEL PRINTING ............................................................................................... 40
Previewing Labels................................................................................................ 40
Printing Labels ..................................................................................................... 40
Single and Multiple Copy Printing................................................................. 40
Numbering Printing....................................................................................... 41
Mirror Printing............................................................................................... 41
Setting Tape Cutting Options............................................................................... 41
[Large Margin]/[Small Margin]/[Chain]/[No Cut]/[Special tape] ..................... 41
Adjusting the Label Length .................................................................................. 44
Printing from the Label Collection........................................................................ 44
Printing a label from the label collection stored in the P-touch..................... 44
Downloading a new Label Collection Category............................................ 45
USING THE FILE MEMORY ............................................................................... 46
Saving Label Files ............................................................................................... 46
Printing, Opening, Deleting, or Marking a Saved Label....................................... 46
[Print] ............................................................................................................ 46
[Open]........................................................................................................... 46
[Delete] ......................................................................................................... 47
[Marking]....................................................................................................... 47
RESETTING & MAINTAINING YOUR P-TOUCH ............................................... 48
Resetting the P-touch .......................................................................................... 48
Resetting the Data Using the home key....................................................... 48
Resetting the Data to Factory Settings Using the P-touch Keyboard........... 48
Maintenance ........................................................................................................ 49
Cleaning the Unit.......................................................................................... 49
Cleaning the Print Head ............................................................................... 50
Cleaning the Tape Cutter ............................................................................. 50
TROUBLESHOOTING......................................................................................... 51
What to do when.................................................................................................. 51
When an error message appears on the display ................................................. 52
APPENDIX........................................................................................................... 53
Specifications....................................................................................................... 53
System Requirements ......................................................................................... 54

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Safety Precautions
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:
WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, may 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 touch a given portion of
the product
Mandatory action Unplugging is required
DO NOT disassemble the product Alerts to the possibility of
electrical shock
WARNING
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 suggested AC adapter
(AD-E001) for the P-touch to
prevent any damage or failure.
Do not touch the AC adapter and
P-touch during a thunder storm.
Do not use the P-touch/AC adapter
in places of high humidity such as
bathrooms.
Do not damage, or place heavy
objects on the power cord or plug.
Do not forcibly bend or pull the
power cord. Always hold the
AC adapter 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
or damaged.
Do not allow the P-touch/
AC adapter/power plug/batteries to
get wet, for example, by handling
them with wet hands or spilling
liquids on to 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/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 and
remove batteries immediately and
stop using the P-touch if you notice
abnormal odour, heat,
discolouration, deformation or
anything unusual while using or
storing it.

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Safety Precautions
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 it
generating heat.
Do not touch metal parts around
the print head immediately after
printing.
When the P-touch is not being
used, store it out of the reach of
children. In addition, do not allow
children to put any P-touch parts or
labels in their mouths. If any object
has been swallowed, seek medical
attention.
Do not use a damaged adapter
cord or power plug.
Do not use the P-touch if a foreign
object enters the P-touch. If any
foreign object enters the P-touch,
disconnect the AC adapter and
remove the batteries, and contact
Brother customer service.
DO NOT touch the blade of the
cutter unit.
CAUTION
Follow these guidelines to avoid personal injury, liquid leakage, burns or heat.
If leaked fluid from batteries gets on
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.
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 the
polarity (+ and -) reversed.
Do not drop or hit the P-touch/
AC adapter.
Do not press on the LCD display.
Do not put your finger inside the
P-touch when you close the tape
compartment cover or battery
compartment 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 specialised battery charger
before using the batteries.
DO NOT open the tape
compartment cover when
operating the cutter unit.
DO NOT apply excessive pressure
to the cutter unit.
WARNING

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General Precautions
General Precautions
• Depending on the location, material, and environmental conditions, the label may
unpeel or become irremovable, or 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 in any way or for any purpose not described in this guide.
Doing so may result in accidents or damage to the P-touch.
• Use Brother TZe tapes with the P-touch.
• 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, AC adapter connector or
USB port, etc.
• Do not place the P-touch/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 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 the
P-touch.
• It is recommended that you use the USB cable supplied with the P-touch. Should
another USB cable need to be used, ensure it is of high quality construction.
• Any data saved in memory may be lost due to failure or repair of the P-touch,
or if the battery expires.
• The P-touch 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.
• When power is disconnected for two minutes, all text, format settings and any text
files saved in the memory will be cleared.
• You can also use Heat Shrink Tube in this model. Check the Brother website
(http://www.brother.com/) for further information. You cannot print frames,
pre-set P-touch templates, or use certain font settings when using Heat Shrink
Tube. Printed characters may also be smaller than when using TZe tape.
• Be sure to read the instructions provided with Fabric Tape, Strong Adhesive Tape
or other special tapes and observe all precautions noted in the instructions.
•A protective clear plastic sticker is placed over the display during
manufacturing and shipping. This sticker should be removed prior to use.

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Unpacking Your P-touch
GETTING STARTED
Unpacking Your P-touch
LCD Display & Keyboard
Carton Contents
P-touch
Starter Tape Cassette
AC adapter
USB Cable
User’s Guide
812 13
11
9
87123456
11 12
10
Print Preview Mode Label View Mode
16 17 18 19 20 21
29 28 27 26 25
22
23
24
15
14
31
32
30
The default language is [Vietnamese].

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LCD Display & Keyboard
NOTE
• When the caps mode is on, all characters you type will be in
uppercase letters.
• Use ( ) in combination with the letter and number keys to type
uppercase letters or the symbols indicated on the upper-right corner
of the keys.
• Use or with ( ) to go to the beginning of the previous or
next block.
• Use or with ( ) to go to the beginning or end of the current
line.
• While selecting the settings, press ( ) to go back to the
default item.
• Unless otherwise mentioned, press ( ) to cancel any operation.
• Press ( ) to return to the home screen.
• Label length shown on the LCD may slightly differ from the actual
label length when printed.
• Use ( ) to switch the inputting mode between Vietnamese and
English.
1. Caps mode
2. Input mode
3-7. Style guidance
8. Tape width x Label length
9. Block number
10. Line number
11. Cursor
12. Return mark
13. Zoom
14. Power
15. Home
16. Clear
17. Esc
18. Cursor
19. OK
20. Function
21. Preview
22. Print
23. Backspace
24. Shift
25. Enter
26. Viet/Eng
27. Space
28. Symbol
29. Scale/Zoom
30. Aa
31. Tab
32. Letter

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Power Supply and Tape cassette
GETTING STARTED
Power Supply and Tape cassette
When using AC adapter (AD-E001)
Insert the plug on the adapter cord into the AC adapter socket on the
side of the machine. Insert the plug into the nearest standard electrical
outlet.
When using six new AA alkaline batteries (LR6) or fully charged
Ni-MH batteries (HR6)
Make sure that the poles are pointing in the correct directions.
To remove the batteries, reverse the installation procedure.
NOTE
• For memory back up, we recommend using AA alkaline batteries
(LR6) or Ni-MH batteries (HR6) together when using the AC adapter.
• To safeguard and backup the P-touch’s memory, when the AC adapter
is unplugged it is recommended to have AA alkaline batteries (LR6) or
Ni-MH batteries (HR6) installed in the P-touch.
• When power is disconnected for more than two minutes, all text and
format settings will be cleared. Any text files saved in the memory will
also be cleared.
• Remove the batteries if you do not intend to use the P-touch for an
extended period of time.
Battery compartment
cover Battery compartment AC adapter socketUSB Port

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Power Supply and Tape cassette
• Dispose of the battery at an appropriate collection point, not in the
general waste stream. In addition, be sure to observe all applicable
federal, state, and local regulations.
• When storing or discarding the battery, cover both ends of the battery
with cellophane tape, to prevent it from short-circuiting.
(Battery insulation example)
1. Cellophane tape
2. Alkaline or Ni-MH battery
Insert a Tape Cassette
NOTE
• When inserting the tape cassette, make sure that the tape and ink
ribbon do not catch on the print head.
• If you cannot close the tape compartment cover, check to ensure the
release lever is in the up position. If not, lift the lever, and then close
the cover.
1
2
CAUTION
USING A COMBINATION OF DIFFERENT BATTERIES (SUCH AS Ni-MH AND
ALKALINE), MAY RESULT IN AN EXPLOSION. DISPOSE OF USED
BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS.
Tape cassette compartment
Release lever
Tape cutter
Tape exit slot
Tape cassette compartment cover
Print head Keyboard
LCD display

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Turning Power On/Off
GETTING STARTED
Turning Power On/Off
Press ( ) to turn the P-touch on.
Press ( ) again to turn the P-touch off.
NOTE
Your P-touch has a power saving function that automatically turns itself
off if no key is pressed within a certain time under certain operating
conditions. Refer to “Specifications” on page 53.
Setting Language and Unit
Language
When you turn on the P-touch for the first time, you are asked to set the
default language. Select your language using or , and then press
()or( ).
Unit
The default setting is [mm].
Turning Tape Colour Detection On/Off
When using the label view mode, if tape colour detection is set to [On],
the P-touch detects the colour of the tape cassette and displays the label
image on the LCD screen according to the colour of the tape cassette.
This enables you to display a more accurate preview of the label that you
are creating. The default setting is [On].
NOTE
Depending on the tape cassette you are using, the P-touch cannot
detect the colour of the tape cassette. In this case, the label image on
the LCD screen will display as black text on a white background.
()/ [Settings] ( ) or ( ) / [ Language] 
()or( )/ [English/Vietnamese] ( ) or ( ).
()/ [Settings] ( ) or ( ) / [Unit]()or
()
/ [mm/inch] ()or( ).
()/ [Settings] ( ) or ( ) / [Tape Color] 
( ) or ( ) / [On/Off] ()or( ).

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Feeding Tape
Feeding Tape
Feed & Cut
To feed and cut the tape, press the following keys:
Feed only
To feed the tape, press the following keys:
NOTE
Feed Only function is recommended when using Fabric Tape, which
should be cut using scissors.
How to use the P-touch
Create a label with the P-touch
[GETTING STARTED]
[CREATING A LABEL]
NOTE
In addition to entering text, the P-touch has a large range of formatting
options.
Examples of labels you can create using the P-touch:
()+()/ [Feed & Cut] ( ) or ( ).
()+()/ [Feed Only] ()or( ).
Preparing the P-touch
P. 6
• Entering and Editing text
• Entering Symbols
• Using Auto-Format Layouts
P. 15
P. 21
P. 23

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How to use the P-touch
GETTING STARTED
[LABEL PRINTING]
NOTE
Before printing, you can check the layout of your label using the
preview function.
Refer to “Previewing Labels” on page 40.
Example of the preview screen:
Create a label by connecting your labeller to a PC
[GETTING STARTED]
This labeller can be used as a stand alone desktop P-touch or it can be
connected to a PC/Mac and used with the P-touch Editor software to
create more elaborate labels.
To use your labeller connected to a computer, attach your labeller to
a computer via the included USB cable and install the P-touch Editor
software and drivers.
Features
• Printing labels
• Setting tape cutting options
• Printing from the Label Collection
P. 40
P. 41
P. 44
P-touch Editor Makes it easy for anyone to create a wide variety
of custom labels in complex layouts by using fonts,
templates, and clip art.
Printer Driver Lets you print labels from the connected P-touch
when using P-touch Editor on your computer.
P-touch Update Software Label collections can be downloaded and new label
designs added to the P-touch.
In addition, the software can be upgraded to the
latest version.
P-touch Transfer Manager
(Windows®only) Allows you to transfer up to 9 label templates to the
P-touch and save backups of your data on the
computer.

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How to use the P-touch
Printer drivers and software are also available to download individually
from the list of available printer drivers and software on our support
website below:
[CREATING A LABEL]
To download and install printer drivers and software such as the
P-touch Editor 5.1 on your computer, visit our installer download website
(www.brother.com/inst/).
Brother support website
Please visit our support website at http://support.brother.com/
You can find the following information:
• Software downloads
•UserGuides
• Frequently Asked Questions (Troubleshooting, Useful tips on using printer)
• Consumable information
• Latest OS compatibility information
The contents of this website are subject to change without notice.
• Connect the P-touch to your computer using the included USB cable.
• Launch the P-touch Editor Software.
• Enter the label text using P-touch Editor.
• Print the label.
Examples of labels you can create using the P-touch Editor:

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Setting Input Mode
GETTING STARTED
Setting Input Mode
The default setting is [Label View].
Label View Mode
The character attributes, frames and some other settings are shown on
the LCD screen while creating a label. This enables you to easily check
what the label will look like.
Example:
NOTE
You can press ( ) to change the magnification of the LCD screen.
This enables you to switch to a magnification that is comfortable for
creating labels.
Print Preview Mode
The character attributes, frames and some other settings are not shown
on the LCD screen while creating a label. You can check what the label
will look like using the preview function. Refer to “Previewing Labels” on
page 40.
Example:
()/ [Settings] ( ) or ( ) / [Input Mode] 
( ) or ( ) / [Label View] ()or( ).
()/ [Settings] ( ) or ( ) / [Input Mode] 
( ) or ( ) / [Print Preview] ( ) or ( ).

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Entering and Editing Text
EDITING A LABEL
Entering and Editing Text
Entering Text from the Keyboard
Adding a New Line
Move the cursor to the end of the current line and press ( ).
NOTE
• There is a maximum number of lines of text that can be entered for
each tape width. A maximum of 7 lines for 24 mm tape, 5 lines for
18 mm tape, 3 lines for 12 mm tape, 2 lines for 9 mm and 6 mm tape,
and 1 line for 3.5 mm tape.
• When [Input Mode] is set to [Label View], if you press
() to
add a new line and there is already a maximum number of lines of text
that can be entered for the tape you are using, [Too Many Lines!] will
display. When [Input Mode] is set to [Print Preview], if you press
( ) and seven lines already exist, [Too Many Lines!] will
display. Press ( ) or any other key to clear the error message.
Adding a New Block
To create a new block of text/lines to the right of your current text, press
( ) and ( ). The cursor moves to the start of the new block.
NOTE
• A maximum of 5 blocks can be entered in one label.
• If you press ( ) and ( ) when five blocks already exist,
[Too Many Blocks!] will display. Press ( ) or any other key to clear
the error message.
()/ [Create Label] ()or( )Enter the character.
Line 1 Line 2 Label image

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Entering and Editing Text
EDITING A LABEL
Deleting Text
By pressing ( ), the letters will be deleted one by one.
To delete all text:
To delete all text and format settings:
Inserting a Tab
To insert a tab, press the following keys.
When using the print preview mode, the symbol ( ) will then appear on
the screen.
NOTE
To delete a tab from a label, position the cursor to the right of the tab
mark on the text entry screen and press ( ).
To change the tab length:
NOTE
You can also set the tab length by typing in the desired tab length.
To apply the setting, after typing in the tab length, press ( ) or
( ) and then ( ) or ( ) again.
Entering Accented Characters
Press the base character, then press the accent keys in sequence to add
your desired accents.
Accents added using the accent keys can be removed by pressing the
keys again, and the number will be displayed.
Press ( ) to remove the number.
Press ( ) to remove your desired accents.
()/ [Text Only] ( ) or ( ).
()/ [Text&Format] ()or( ).
()/ [Tab] ()or( ).
()/ [Tab Length] ( ) or ( ) / [0-100 mm]
()or( )( ) to return to the text entry screen.

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Setting Character Attributes ([Font]/[Size]/[Width]/[Style]/[Line]/[Align])
Setting Character Attributes ([Font]/[Size]/[Width]/
[Style]/[Line]/[Align])
You can set character attributes by label or by each line, both before and
after entering text.
Setting Character Attributes by Label
Setting Character Attributes by Each Line
NOTE
• ( ) displayed on the left side of the character
attribute that appears when you press
( ) and ( ) indicates that you are now
applying the attribute for that specific line
only.
• When different attribute values are set for
each line, the value will be displayed as *****
when you press ( ), select an attribute
using or , and then press ( ) or ( ). When you
change the setting on this screen and then press ( ) to go back to
the text entry screen, the same change will be applied to all lines of
the label.
• When [Size] is set to [Auto], 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.
• The 6 point font only prints in Helsinki, no other font type.
• When [Size] is set to [Auto] and all the text is entered in uppercase,
the text is automatically adjusted to print in the largest font size
possible for each tape width. This font size is larger than the largest
font size available in the font settings for each tape width.
()/ Select an attribute ( ) or ( ) / Seta
value for the attribute ( ) or ( ) ( ) to return to the text
entry screen.
1. Using / , move the cursor to the line where you wish to change the
character attribute.
2. Press ()and ( ) to display the attributes.

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Setting Character Attributes ([Font]/[Size]/[Width]/[Style]/[Line]/[Align])
EDITING A LABEL
Setting Options
Attribute Value Result Attribute Value Result
Font Helsinki Font Adams
Brussels Sofia
Los
Angeles Letter Gothic
Atlanta
Size Auto When Auto is
selected, the
text is
automatically
adjusted to
print in the
largest size
available in
the font
settings for
each tape
width.
Size 24 pt
6 pt 36 pt
9 pt 42 pt
12 pt 48 pt
18 pt
Width x 1 Width x 1/2
x 3/2 x 2/3
x 2