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Brother P-touch 2600 - User Manual

Brother P-touch 2600
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USER’S GUIDE

Questions and Answers

Brother P-touch 2600 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModelP-touch 2600
Print TechnologyThermal Transfer
Print MethodThermal Transfer
Print Resolution180 dpi
Print Speed10 mm/sec
Label Widths Supported6 mm, 9 mm, 12 mm, 18 mm, 24 mm
Label WidthUp to 24 mm
DisplayLCD
KeyboardQWERTY
CutterAutomatic
Weight640 g
Power SourceAC Adapter

Summary

INTRODUCTION

Switching the language of the messages between English and French

Explains how to change the display language settings between English and French on the P-touch device.

Getting Started

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Provides an overview of the P-touch 2600, detailing its top and bottom views and key components.

GENERAL PRECAUTIONS

Lists essential safety guidelines and warnings for using the P-touch machine and its accessories.

BATTERIES

Details the type and number of batteries required, and instructions for their installation and replacement.

OPTIONAL AC ADAPTER

Explains how to connect and use the optional AC adapter for powering the P-touch machine.

TAPE CASSETTE

Describes the types of TZ and AV tape cassettes available and how to install them.

CONNECTING THE P-TOUCH TO A COMPUTER

Guides users on how to connect the P-touch 2600/2610 to a computer via USB.

INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE AND PRINTER DRIVER

Provides step-by-step instructions for installing P-touch Editor and printer drivers on PC and Mac.

READING THE USER’S GUIDE

Explains how to access and view the P-touch Editor User's Guide from the CD-ROM or installed software.

USING P-TOUCH EDITOR 3.2

Details how to start and navigate the P-touch Editor 3.2 software for label design.

USING THE P-TOUCH QUICK EDITOR

Explains how to start and use the P-touch Quick Editor software for simple label creation.

UNINSTALLING THE SOFTWARE & PRINTER DRIVER

Provides instructions for removing P-touch software and printer drivers from Windows and Macintosh systems.

ATTACHING LABELS

Offers methods for easily peeling backing from laminated and non-laminated tapes.

PRINT HEAD & ROLLERS

Explains how to clean the print head and rollers to maintain print quality.

For Your Information

POWER KEY

Describes the function and operation of the power key for turning the P-touch machine on and off.

CURSOR KEYS

Details how to navigate the display and text using the left, right, up, and down cursor keys.

CODE, ALT & SHIFT KEYS

Explains the usage of special keys like Code, Alt, and Shift for accessing advanced functions and characters.

SPACE KEY

Covers the functionality of the space key for adding blank spaces in the text.

RETURN KEY

Explains the use of the Return key for starting new lines and selecting options.

NEW BLOCK KEY

Describes the New Block key for applying different formatting to specific text sections.

TAB FUNCTION

Details how to use tabs to create aligned columns in text for better layout.

DELETE KEY

Explains how to use the Delete key to remove characters or quit functions.

LINE OUT FUNCTION

Covers the function for easily removing an entire line of text from the display.

CLEAR FUNCTION

Explains how to erase text and reset formatting to default settings.

ACCENT FUNCTION

Guides on how to add accented characters to text using the Accent function.

SYMBOL FUNCTION

Details how to insert symbols and special characters into the label text.

AUTO FORMAT FUNCTION

Explains how to use pre-formatted layouts for quick and easy label creation.

STAMP FUNCTION

Covers the process of creating stamp stencil films for customized stamps.

LOCAL FORMAT FUNCTION

Explains how to apply unique formatting to specific blocks of text within a label.

FONT FUNCTION

Details how to select and apply one of eight available fonts to the label text.

SIZE & WIDTH FUNCTIONS

Explains how to adjust character size and width based on tape width and desired output.

STYLE FUNCTION

Describes how to choose from eleven character styles for text formatting, including vertical printing.

UNDERLINE FUNCTION

Guides on how to underline or strike out text for emphasis.

FRAME FUNCTION

Explains how to add decorative frames and highlights to label designs.

TAPE MARGIN FUNCTION

Details how to adjust the left and right margins for TZ tape labels.

HORIZONTAL ALIGNMENT FUNCTION

Explains how to align text to the left, right, or center within the label.

MIRROR PRINTING FUNCTION

Covers how to print text in reverse, useful for transparent materials.

LENGTH FUNCTION

Explains how to set a specific length for the printed label.

BARCODE FUNCTION

Guides on how to create and print barcodes as part of a label.

TZ CUT FUNCTION

Explains how to enable automatic cutting of TZ labels after printing.

PRINT KEY

Details the process of printing labels after text and formatting are set.

FEED & CUT FUNCTION

Covers using the function to feed and cut tape, especially after interrupted printing.

NUMBERING FUNCTION

Explains how to print multiple copies with automatically incrementing characters.

REPEAT PRINTING FUNCTION

Details how to print a specified number of identical copies of a label.

MEMORY FUNCTIONS

Covers storing, recalling, and deleting text files and layouts from the machine's memory.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Provides solutions to common problems encountered while using the P-touch machine.

ERROR MESSAGE LIST

Lists various error messages, their causes, and suggested remedies.

SPECIFICATIONS

Presents technical specifications of the P-touch 2600 hardware and software features.

ACCESSORIES

Lists available supplies and accessories for the P-touch machine, including tape cassettes.

INDEX

An alphabetical listing of topics covered in the manual with corresponding page numbers.

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