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Brother P-Touch PT-D450 User Manual

Brother P-Touch PT-D450
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ELECTRONIC LABELING SYSTEM

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers:

Brother P-Touch PT-D450 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModelPT-D450
Device CategoryLabel Maker
Print MethodThermal Transfer
Print Resolution180 dpi
Print Speed20 mm/sec
Tape TypeTZe
DisplayLCD
KeyboardQWERTY
ConnectivityUSB
CutterAutomatic
Tape Sizes6 mm, 9 mm, 12 mm, 18 mm
PowerAC adapter

Summary

INTRODUCTION

FCC Declaration of Conformity

Regulatory compliance statement for USA concerning FCC rules and interference.

ENERGY STAR Compliance

Statement regarding the product's adherence to ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.

Publication Notice

Information about manual compilation, potential discrepancies with software updates, and trademark notices.

General Description

Safety Precautions

General Precautions

GETTING STARTED

Unpacking Your P-touch labeler

Lists items included in the package and instructions for initial unpacking.

LCD Display & Keyboard

Detailed overview of the labeler's screen and keyboard, identifying key functions.

Power Supply and Tape cassette

Guidance on using the AC adapter and installing batteries for the P-touch labeler.

Turning Power On/Off

Steps to power the device on and off, including information on the auto power-off feature.

Setting Language and Unit

Procedure for configuring initial language and measurement unit (inch/mm) settings.

Feeding Tape

Instructions for feeding the tape through the labeler.

Setting LCD Display

Instructions for adjusting the LCD contrast for better visibility.

Back Light

Details on how to set the LCD backlight, including auto-off features.

Create a label with the P-touch labeler

Basic steps for creating labels directly on the P-touch labeler, including text and formatting.

Create a label by connecting your labeler to a PC

Guide to connecting the labeler to a computer and using P-touch Editor software for advanced label design.

EDITING A LABEL

Entering and Editing Text

Detailed instructions for inputting, modifying, and deleting text, including line and block management.

Inserting a Tab

How to use tab stops for alignment and adjust tab length for text.

Using Text Reminder

Instructions for using the text reminder feature for faster text entry.

Deleting Text Reminder Memory

Steps to clear text reminder memory.

Changing Text Reminder Setting

Options to enable or disable the text reminder function.

Entering Symbols

Guide to accessing and inserting various symbols, punctuation, and mathematical characters.

Entering Accented Characters

Instructions for typing characters with diacritical marks or accents.

Setting Character Attributes ([Font]/[Size]/[Width]/[Style]/[Line]/[Align])

How to adjust font, size, width, style, line, and alignment for text on labels.

Setting Auto Fit Style

Features for automatically adjusting text size to fit within the label length.

Setting Frames

How to apply decorative frames to labels from a selection.

Setting Label Attributes ([Length]/[Cut Option]/[Tab Length])

Configuring label length, cut options, and tab length for customized label output.

Using Templates

Utilizing pre-defined layouts from templates for efficient label creation.

Using Block Layouts

Selecting and using pre-defined block layouts for structured label design.

Creating Bar Code Labels

Steps to generate bar codes, set parameters, and enter data for bar code labels.

LABEL PRINTING

Previewing Labels

Functionality to review label layout and content before initiating the print process.

Printing Labels

Basic instructions for printing labels, including cutting the tape.

Single and Multiple Copy Printing

Setting the number of copies for label printing jobs.

Numbering Printing

Options for sequential numbering of labels.

Mirror Printing

Option for mirror printing for transparent applications.

Setting Tape Cutting Options

Customizing margins and cut settings for different label printing scenarios.

Adjusting the Label Length

Procedure for fine-tuning the printed label length for accuracy.

Printing from the Label Collection

How to print pre-stored labels from the device's label collection.

Downloading New Label Collections

Instructions on how to download additional label categories using P-touch Update Software.

USING THE FILE MEMORY

Saving Label Files

Steps to save, print, open, and delete labels stored in the labeler's memory.

RESETTING & MAINTAINING YOUR P-TOUCH LABELER

Resetting the P-touch Labeler

Methods to reset the labeler to factory default or clear specific data and settings.

Maintenance and Cleaning

Procedures for cleaning the unit, print head, and tape cutter to ensure optimal performance.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Common Problems and Solutions

A guide to diagnosing and resolving typical issues encountered with the P-touch labeler.

Error Message Causes and Remedies

Explanation of common error messages and steps to correct them.

APPENDIX

Specifications

Technical specifications of the P-touch labeler, including dimensions, power, and tape compatibility.

System Requirements

Information on the operating systems and hardware required for using the P-touch Editor software.

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