What does 'Tape Width Limit! Max 2 Lines' mean on my Brother P-Touch PT-2730 Label Maker?
If the Brother P-touch labeler displays 'Tape Width Limit! Max 2 Lines', it means there are more than two lines of text when you press the Print or Preview key while using 0.35" or 0.23" (9 mm or 6 mm) tape. Limit the number of lines to two, or replace with a larger width tape cassette.
Why is my Brother P-Touch PT-2730 not cutting automatically?
If the Brother P-touch label is not cut automatically, check that the Cut Option setting is not set to Chain or No Cut, as the tape will not be fed after printing the label. Alternatively, hold down the Shift key and press the Preview key to feed and cut the tape.
Why does my Brother Label Maker stop while printing?
If the Brother P-touch labeler stops while printing, replace the tape cassette if striped tape is visible, indicating the end of the tape. Alternatively, replace all batteries or connect the AC adapter directly to the P-touch labeler.
What to do if my Brother Label Maker freezes?
If the Brother P-touch labeler screen 'locks' or doesn't respond normally, refer to “Resetting the P-touch Labeler” on page 70 and reset the internal memory to the initial settings. If resetting doesn't solve the problem, disconnect the AC adapter and remove the batteries for more than 10 minutes.
What does 'Cutter Error!' mean on my Brother P-Touch PT-2730?
If the Brother P-touch labeler displays 'Cutter Error!', turn the P-touch labeler off and then on again before continuing. If tape is tangled in the cutter, remove the tape.
Why does my Brother P-Touch PT-2730 say 'No Text!'?
If your Brother P-touch labeler displays 'No Text!', it means no text, symbols, or barcode data was entered before attempting to print or preview a label. Enter data before continuing.
Why does Brother P-Touch PT-2730 Label Maker say 'Insert 0.94" Tape Cassette!'?
If the Brother P-touch labeler displays 'Insert 0.94" Tape Cassette!', it means an 0.94"(24mm) tape cassette is not installed when an Auto-Format for 0.94"(24mm) tape is selected. Install an 0.94"(24mm) tape cassette.
What to do if Brother Label Maker says 'Insert 0.70" Tape Cassette!'?
If the Brother P-touch labeler displays 'Insert 0.70" Tape Cassette!', it means an 0.70" (18 mm) tape cassette is not installed when an Auto-Format for 0.70" (18 mm) tape is selected. Install an 0.70" (18 mm) tape cassette.
Why does my Brother P-Touch PT-2730 say 'Tape Width Limit! Max 3 Lines'?
If the Brother P-touch labeler displays 'Tape Width Limit! Max 3 Lines', it means there are more than three lines of text when you press the Print or Preview key while using 0.47" (12 mm) tape. Limit the number of lines to three, or replace with a larger width tape cassette.
Why does my Brother P-Touch PT-2730 say 'Line Limit! Max 7 Lines'?
If the Brother P-touch labeler displays 'Line Limit! Max 7 Lines', it means there are already seven lines of text when you press the Enter key. Limit the number of lines to seven.
General| Print technology | Thermal transfer |
|---|---|
| Vertical printing | Yes |
| Maximum resolution | 180 x 180 DPI |
| Maximum print height | 18 mm |
| Display | LCD |
| Product color | Black, White |
| Keyboard layout | QWERTY |
| Standard interfaces | USB 2.0 |
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 1 |
| Connectivity technology | Wired |
| Tape size | 24 mm |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 177.8 x 238.7 x 71.1 mm |
| Battery type | AA |
| Battery technology | Alkaline |
| Number of batteries supported | 8 |
| Minimum RAM | 128 MB |
| Minimum storage drive space | 70 MB |
| Compatible operating systems | Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7; Mac OS X 10.4.11 - 10.6.x |
| Tape type | TZ |
| Tape cutting | Automatic |
| Number of styles | 11 |
| Built-in barcodes | CODABAR (NW-7), EAN13, EAN8, Industrial 2/5, UPC-A, UPC-E |
| Ribbon length | 8 m |
| Maximum label length | 300 m |
Weight and Dimensions| Depth | 238.7 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 177.8 mm |
| Height | 71.1 mm |
| Weight | 861 g |
Essential safety guidelines to prevent injury and damage when using the labeler.
Important precautions for operating the P-touch labeler safely and correctly.
Provides step-by-step instructions for loading a tape cassette into the labeler.
Covers how to input, modify, and delete text for labels.
Allows customization of font, size, width, and style for label text.
Covers setting frame, label length, and tab length for label designs.
Provides solutions for common problems encountered with the labeler.
Explains various error messages and their causes/remedies.
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