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Brother P-touch Extra PT-310 User Manual

Brother P-touch Extra PT-310
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Brother P-touch Extra PT-310 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModelPT-310
SeriesP-touch Extra
TypeHandheld
Print MethodThermal transfer
Print Resolution180 dpi
Print Speed10 mm/sec
Maximum Print Width9 mm
KeyboardQWERTY
MemoryNo
Tape Width9 mm
Display1 line
Power SourceBattery
Tape Size9 mm

Summary

Introduction

FCC Notice

Informs about FCC compliance for the digital device and potential interference.

Patent Information

Lists patent and publication numbers related to the product.

Overview

Machine Components

Identifies key external parts of the P-Touch PT-310 label maker.

General Precautions

Safety and Usage Guidelines

Lists essential precautions for operating and maintaining the P-Touch PT-310, including tape usage, cleaning, and power.

Before You Start

Tape Cassette Installation

Instructions for changing the tape cassette, including loading and initial tape feeding.

Power Supply

Battery and AC Adapter Usage

Explains how to install batteries, use the AC adapter, and considerations for rechargeable batteries.

Cutter Unit

Replacing the Cutter Unit

Step-by-step guide on how to replace a dull cutter blade with a new one.

Entering Text

Starting the Label Maker

Instructions on how to turn on the P-Touch PT-310 and its automatic power-off feature.

Key Operations

Understanding Special Keys

Details the function of special keys like Shift, Caps, Alt, and Code for character input and operations.

Display

Cursor Movement

How to navigate the text using the cursor keys for editing.

Space Key Functionality

Explains the function of the space key for inserting blank spaces.

Deleting Text

Clearing the Display

How to erase all text from the working area before starting new input.

Composite Character Keys

Inputting Composite Characters

Guide to creating characters with diacritical marks using specific key combinations.

Accent Function

Typing Accented Characters

Steps to input accented characters using the accent function and key combinations.

Symbol Function

Inputting Symbols

Method for accessing and typing symbols from the symbol groups.

Changing the Format

Size Function

Explains the five different character sizes available for labels and how to select them.

Big Function

Using the Big Function

How to enable and use the Big function for larger character printing.

Style Function

Selecting Character Styles

Details the nine available character styles and how to select them.

Underline Function

Applying Underlines

How to underline text for emphasis and the conditions that affect underline printing.

Frame Function

Applying Frames

How to add frames or shading to labels and conditions affecting frame printing.

Tape Feed Function

Adjusting Tape Feed Margins

How to set tape feed for specific margins and print one label with various formats.

Label Length

Setting Label Length

How to adjust the label length manually and switch between inches and millimeters.

Double-Line Printing Function

Creating Two-Line Labels

Instructions for printing text on two lines, including style and format limitations.

Stamp Function

Making a Stamp

Step-by-step process for creating stamp stencil films using the machine.

Mirror Printing Function

Using Mirror Printing

How to print text in reverse for viewing from the adhesive side, useful for glass.

Printing a Label

Printing and Cutting Labels

Instructions on how to print a label and then cut the tape using the cutter lever.

Removing the Label Backing

Removing Label Backing

Method for easily peeling off the label backing using an included stick.

Repeat Printing

Printing Multiple Copies

How to print up to nine copies of the same label using the repeat printing function.

Numbering Function

Sequential Numbering of Labels

How to print labels with automatically incrementing numbers, like dates.

Phrase Memory Operation

Phrase Memory Size

Details the total capacity and division of Phrase Memory into nine areas, with maximum capacity per area.

Storing Text in Phrase Memory

Step-by-step guide to save text from the working area into the Phrase Memory.

Recalling from Phrase Memory

Recalling Stored Text

How to retrieve saved text from Phrase Memory areas for editing or printing.

Deleting from Phrase Memory

Deleting Stored Text

Procedure for removing text entries from the Phrase Memory.

Message List

Understanding Error and Status Messages

Explains various messages displayed by the label maker, such as errors and status indicators.

Troubleshooting

Common Problems and Solutions

Lists common issues like blank display, printing errors, or tape cutting problems with their solutions.

Specifications

Technical Specifications

Details technical aspects like input device, print speed, character sizes, font, tape type, LCD, power, dimensions, weight, and memory.

Accessories

Consumable Supplies (Tape Cassettes)

Lists various Brother TZ tape cassettes available for purchase, with stock numbers and prices.

Other Accessories and Options

Lists specialty tapes, stamp tapes, AC adapters, and tape cutters available for the machine.

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