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Brother P-touch 2030 User Manual

Brother P-touch 2030
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INTRODUCTION
GETTING STARTED
EDITING A LABEL
LABEL PRINTING
USING THE FILE MEMORY
MAINTAINNING YOUR P-TOUCH
TROUBLESHOOTING
APPENDIX
INDEX

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers:

Brother P-touch 2030 Specifications

General IconGeneral
SeriesP-touch
Print TechnologyThermal Transfer
Maximum Print Width12 mm
Print Resolution180 dpi
Tape Sizes3.5 mm, 6 mm, 9 mm, 12 mm
DisplayLCD
KeyboardQWERTY
CutterManual
Print Speed10 mm/sec
Tape CassettesTZe
Display Size1 line
Font StylesNormal, Bold, Outline, Shadow
Built-in SymbolsYes
Power SupplyAC adapter or 6 AA batteries

Summary

Introduction to the P-touch 2030

Compilation and Publication Notice

Describes how the manual was compiled and any notice regarding changes.

Australia Specific Information

Details specific warranty, repair, and support information for Australian users.

Getting Started with Your P-touch

Unpacking Your P-touch

Checks the package contents before using the P-touch.

General Description

Identifies the main parts of the P-touch unit and tape cassette compartment.

LCD Display and Keyboard Overview

Explains the P-touch LCD display layout and keyboard functions.

Key Names and Functions

Details the purpose and operation of each key on the P-touch keyboard.

Power Supply Options

Covers installation of batteries and connection of the AC adapter for power.

Inserting a Tape Cassette

Guides on inserting tape cassettes into the P-touch.

Turning Power On/Off

Explains how to power the P-touch on and off.

Feeding Tape

Describes the procedure for feeding tape, including the feed function.

Adjusting LCD Contrast

Details how to change the contrast setting of the LCD display for better readability.

Setting Language and Unit

Guides on selecting the display language and measurement unit (mm/inch).

Editing a Label

Entering and Editing Text

Covers basic text input, line breaks, and cursor movement for label creation.

Entering Symbols

Explains how to insert various symbols available on the P-touch.

Entering Accented Characters

Guides on adding special characters and accents for international languages.

Setting Character Attributes

Details how to adjust font, size, style, and alignment for text elements.

Setting Auto Fit Style

Describes how to automatically adjust text size to fit within label length.

Setting Label Attributes

Covers setting frames, label length, and tab length for label design.

Using Auto-Format Layouts

Explains how to create labels using predefined templates or block layouts.

Using Block Layouts

Guides on creating labels using various pre-defined block structure layouts.

Creating a Bar Code Label

Details the process of generating and entering data for bar codes.

Label Printing

Label Preview

Allows checking the label layout before printing to ensure correct design and appearance.

Printing a Single Copy

Instructions for printing one copy of the created label.

Printing Multiple Copies

Guides on how to print up to 9 copies of the same label.

Auto-numbering Labels

Explains how to create sequential numbered labels from a single format.

Mirror Printing

Describes how to print labels in reverse for viewing on transparent materials.

Setting Margin

Specifies tape cutting options and margins to reduce wasted tape.

Adjusting the Label Length

Details how to adjust the printed label length in incremental levels.

Attaching Labels

Provides instructions on how to position and firmly attach the printed label.

Printing from the Label Collection

Guides on printing pre-designed labels stored in the machine's collection.

Using the File Memory

Storing a Label into Memory

Explains how to save created labels for later use and recall.

Opening a Stored Label File

Guides on retrieving previously saved labels from memory.

Printing a Stored Label File

Details how to print labels that have been previously saved.

Deleting a Stored Label File

Covers the process of removing unwanted saved label files.

Maintaining Your P-touch

Resetting the P-touch

Restores the P-touch to factory settings to clear memory or resolve issues.

Cleaning the Unit

Instructions for wiping the main unit with a soft, dry cloth to remove dust and marks.

Cleaning the Print Head

Guides on cleaning the print head to resolve streaks or poor quality characters.

Cleaning the Tape Cutter

Details how to clean the cutter blade to prevent tape jamming.

Troubleshooting

What to do when...

Provides solutions for common operational problems and unresponsiveness.

Error Messages

Lists possible error messages and their corresponding causes and remedies.

Appendix

Specifications

Lists the technical specifications and features of the P-touch unit.

Index

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