[GETTING STARTED]
REFERENCE
PREPARATION
Power Supply & Tape Cassettes
OPERATION
3
1
2
Keyboard & LCD
Troubleshooting
Error message
Width
Style
Remove the back cover by pressing in
the rough area at the top end of the
machine.
Size
Message
Cause/Remedy
If a tape cassette is already installed,
remove it by pulling it straight up. Also, if
batteries are already installed, remove
them.
• Be sure to turn off the machine before
replacing the batteries or the tape
cassette.
Battery
Invalid
No Text
The batteries are weak. Replace them with new ones.
Cursor
An invalid number was specified as the Label Length setting.
USER'S GUIDE
English
• The Print key or Preview key is pressed when no text has
been entered.
• A Copies (copy printing) setting was being specified, when
Underline/Frame
Label Length
Caps
Num Lock
no text is entered.
Print key
LN9049001
Printed in China
Line Lmt
Line Limit. You can have up to 2 printable lines.
was pressed to enter a third line.
Time/Date
Time/Date key
Function key
Cursor key
Preview key
Power key
Fn
P
Print head
Full
The maximum number of characters (80 characters) have
already been entered.
Q
W
Z
E
R
C
T
Y
B
U
N
I
O
Backspace key
INTRODUCTION
Insert four new AAA-size alkaline
batteries (LR03), making sure that
their poles point in the correct
directions. Always replace all four
batteries at the same time using brand
new ones.
A
S
D
F
G
H
J
K
L
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Character keys
With your P-touch 80, you can create labels for any application. Select from
the many frames, character sizes and styles to design beautiful custom la-
bels. In addition, the variety of tape cartridges available allows you to print la-
bels with different widths and exciting colours.
Read this manual carefully before starting and keep the manual in a handy
place for future reference.
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M
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Text Lmt
Text Limit. The text length exceeds the selected label length
or the selected Auto Format setting length.
Caps
Num
Symbol
Space
Accent
Shift key
Caps key
Num Lock key
Shift key
Enter key
Accent key
Space key
What to do when...
Problem
Solution
Symbol key
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.
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
• The LCD shows one row of 12 characters; however, the text that
you enter can be up to 80 characters in length, which will scroll
across the display.
•
•
•
Use only Brother M tapes with this machine. Do not use tapes that do not have
Language setting of the
machine is incorrect.
• Turn off the machine and then while holding
the
mark.
Insert a tape cassette, making sure
that it snaps into place.
down
and
, press
to turn the machine
and
Do not clean the machine with alcohol or other organic solvents. Only use a soft, dry
cloth.
Do not touch the print head mechanism. Use a soft wipe (e.g. a cotton swab) when
cleaning the print head.
• Use Cursor key while holding down Shift key to go to beginning /
end of the text.
back on. Finally, release
.
Tape guide
• Note: The text and formats in the display are erased. Also,
the language, unit and clock settings will be cleared.
Initial Setting
Cutter's edge
•
•
•
•
To avoid injuries, do not touch the cutter's edge.
The machine does not • Check that the tape cassette has been inserted correctly.
To prevent damage or breakage of the LCD glass, do not press on the display.
Do not put any foreign objects into or heavy objects on the machine.
Do not leave any rubber or vinyl on the machine for an extended period of time,
otherwise the machine may be stained.
Start your machine
Provide power by installing four AAA batteries, and then press
print, or the printed
characters are not
formed properly.
• If the tape cassette is empty, replace it.
• Make sure that the back cover is properly closed.
.
The setting has been
lost.
• The batteries may be weak. Replace them.
•
•
Do not get the machine wet, such as by handling it with wet hands or spilling
beverages on it.
Do not expose the machine to extremely high temperatures or high humidity. Never
leave it on the dashboard, in the back of your car, near heaters or other hot
appliances. Keep it out of both direct sunlight and rain.
Avoid using the machine in extremely dusty places.
Depending on the environmental conditions and the applied settings, some
characters or symbols may be difficult to read.
Do not pull on the tape being fed from the P-touch, otherwise the tape cassette
or P-touch 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. Doing so will
damage the print head.
Remove the batteries if you do not intend to use the machine for an extended period
of time. (Note: When no power is supplied for more than two minutes, all text and
format settings will be cleared. Language and clock settings will also be cleared.)
Be sure to turn off the machine before replacing the batteries or the tape cassette.
Do not use old and new batteries together or mix alkaline batteries with other type
batteries, or set the positive and negative end in the wrong position. Otherwise the
batteries may have leakage or fracture.
End of tape
Set your language (Language options depend on the country of purchase.)
• When no power is supplied for more than two minutes, all
text and formats in the display will be lost. Language, unit
and clock settings will also be cleared.
Tape exit slot
A blank horizontal line
appears through the
printed label.
• There may be 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.
• Make sure that the end of the tape feeds under the tape guides.
• Use only Brother M tapes with this machine.
Choose a language with
and press
.
•
•
Set Date (DD/MM/YY) and Time (hh:mm)
Example: setting the clock to 20th March 2006, 15:30
Attach the back cover by inserting the
two hooks at the bottom into the slots
on the machine, then pushing down
firmly on the cover until it snaps into
place.
The machine has
• Turn off the machine, and then while holding
"locked up" (i.e., nothing
happens when a key is
pressed, even though
the machine is on).
•
down
and
, press
to turn the machine
and
Date (DD/MM/YY)
back on. Finally, release
.
•
•
>
>
• After you have installed the tape, feed
• Note: The text and formats in the display are erased. Also,
the language, unit and clock settings will be cleared.
input “20”
input “03”
input “30”
input “06”
the tape (
+
) once and
Time (hh:mm)
•
then push in the tape cutter lever to cut
The machine turns off
when you try to print.
• The batteries may be weak. Replace them.
>
the tape.
The tape does not feed • Make sure that the end of the tape feeds under the tape
input “15”
•
•
properly or the tape gets
stuck inside the
machine.
guides.
You can also confirm the current setting and continue to the next
setting by pressing the right cursor key.
• The cutter lever was used while printing. Do not touch the
cutter lever during printing.
Tape cutter lever
All text and format
settings need to be
cleared to create a new
label.
• Press
.
while holding down
, or press
, then
• The machine automatically turns off if no key is pressed within 5
minutes.
• To cancel operations, press
.
• To return the P-touch to its factory settings, turn it off, and then
Specifications
while holding down
and
, press
and
to turn the machine
back on. Finally, release
.
Item
Specification
Dimensions
Weight
172 mm (W) × 100 mm (D) × 58 mm (H)
240 g (without batteries and tape cassette)
Four AAA-size alkaline batteries (LR03)
Power supply
Tape cassette
Brother M tape (width) :
9 mm, 12 mm
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