Brother PT-1290BT - LABEL MAKER Simply Stylish User Manual

Introduction
With your PT-1290, you can create labels for any
application. Select from the many frames, character sizes
and styles to design beautiful custom labels. In addition, the
variety of tape cartridges available allows you to print labels
with different widths and exciting colors.
Read this manual carefully before starting and keep the
manual in a handy place for future reference.
FCC NOTICE
ELECTRONIC LABELING SYSTEM
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
PT 1290 PT 1290 PT 1290
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for
a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
User's Guide interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee
that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
English
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on,
Español the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more
of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Important
• Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Brother
Industries, Ltd. could void the user's authority to operate the
equipment.
Printed in China
LW3866001A
Power Supply and Tape Cassette
1 2
Print head
Tape cutter lever
Cassette
cover
Open the cassette cover by pressing the Insert six new AAA alkaline batteries
above indicated area at the top end of the (LR03), making sure that their poles
machine.
point in the correct directions. Always
If a tape cassette is already installed, remove it by
replace all six batteries at the same time
pulling it straight up. Also, if batteries are already
using brand new ones.
installed, remove them.
• Make sure that the power is turned off when
replacing batteries or tape cassettes.
LCD Display & Keyboard
1 5 1. Size 16. Caps key
6 17. Shift key
2. Font
3. Cursor 18. Symbol key
2
4. Caps 19. Auto Format key
3
7 5. Width 20. Cursor key (Use with
4 8 6. Style
7. Underline/Frame
8. Label Length 21. Print key
9. Escape key 22. Preview key
10. Power key 23. OK key
11. Function key 24. DECO MODE key
20 12. F1 key 25. Backspace key
13. F2 key 26. Enter key
21
9
14. Character key 27. Accent key
10 15. Tab key 28. Space key
22
11
23
12
NOTE
24
13
The LCD shows one row of 15 characters; however, the
14 25
text that you enter can be up to 80 characters in length.
15
26
16
17 17
18 27
19 28
Troubleshooting
Error message
Message Cause/Remedy
Message Cause/Remedy
The maximum number of characters (80
Full! characters, 50 characters for DECO MODE)
The batteries are weak. Replace them with
Battery Weak!
have already been entered.
new ones.
The text length exceeds the selected label
Check Battery!
The installed batteries are running low.
Text Too Long! length, Auto Format setting length and DECO
MODE setting length.
• There is no text above the cursor when you
selected [Numbering].
Printing on 9/64" (3.5mm) tape with invalid
Invalid!
• Invalid character is selected for [Numbering].
• Invalid number is selected for [Tab Length]
Frame setting ON. (Select
No Frame OK?
or [Label Length].
no Frame,
• You tried to print a text file when there is no
data stored in the memory.
Feeding tape after printing when [Chain print]
OK to Feed?
is selected. Refer to "Setting Margin".
• is pressed when no text is entered.
No Text!
• You tried to select [Copies], [Numbering], If the print head becomes too hot, your
[Mirror], or Text Preview when no text is machine will stop printing and automatically
entered. start to cool down. The cool down time will be
Cooling
displayed. Once the print head is cool, printing
• You tried to enter a 3rd line by pressing
will automatically continue.
Do not touch the P-touch labeler while cooling.
Line Limit! .
Only 1/2"(12mm) tape cassette is available for
Insert 1/2" (12mm)!
• You tried to print a 2 line text when 9/64"
DECO MODE.
(3.5mm) or 1/4" (6mm) tape is installed.
You tried to print a label when there is no
No Cassette!
cassette installed.
Tape cutter lever is used in the middle of
Cutter Error!
printing process.
Safety Precautions
Warning
Follow these guidelines to avoid fire, burn, injury,
electric shock, rupture, heat, abnormal odor and
smoking.
• Always use the specified voltage and the suggested AC adapter
(AD-24ES) for this machine to prevent any damage or failure.
• Unplug the power cord immediately and stop using the P-touch
labeler during an electrical storm.
• Do not use the machine/AC adapter in places of high humidity such
as bathrooms.
• Do not overload the power cord.
• Do not place heavy objects on, or damage the power cord or plug.
Do not forcibly bend or pull the power cord. When disconnecting the
power cord from the power outlet, always hold the plug.
• Make sure that the plug is fully inserted to the power outlet. Do not
use an outlet that is loose.
• Do not swallow the cutter stopper.
• Do not get the machine/AC adapter/power plug wet, such as by
handling them with wet hands or spilling beverages on to them.
• Do not disassemble or modify the P-touch labeler/AC adapter/
batteries.
• Do not use metallic objects, such as tweezers or a metallic pen,
when changing the batteries.
• Do not throw the batteries into fire or expose to heat.
• Disconnect the AC adapter and remove batteries immediately and
stop using the machine if you notice abnormal odor, heat,
discoloration, deformation or anything unusual while using or
storing it.
Caution
Follow these guidelines to avoid personal injury, liquid
leakage, burn and heat.
• Do not touch the edge of the cutter or any metal parts near the print
head.
• Remove the batteries and disconnect the AC adapter if you do not
intend to use P-touch labeler for an extended period of time.
3 4
Cutter's
End of tape
Toothed edge
Wheel
Tape
Tape guide
exit slot
Insert a tape cassette, making sure that Securely close the cassette cover, making
it snaps into place. sure that it snaps into place.
• Make sure that the end of the tape feeds under After you have installed the tape, feed the tape (see
the tape guides. "Feeding") once and then push in the tape cutter
• If the ink ribbon is loose, use your finger to wind lever to cut the tape.
the toothed wheel in the direction of the arrow
on the cassette.
When using optional AC adapter (AD-24ES)
• Use only Brother TZ tapes with this machine.
1.
2.
Initial Settings
1 3
Start your machine.
Supply power by using six AAA alkaline batteries or the
optional AC adapter, and then press .
Shift key to go to top/ 2
end of the text.) Set the language.
The default setting is [English].
[ Language]
[English/Español/Français/Hrvatski/Italiano/
Magyar/Nederlands/Norsk/Polski/
Português/Română/Slovenski/Slovenský/
Suomi/Svenska/Türkçe/český/Dansk/
Deutsch] .
What to do when...
Problem Solution
The machine has
• Check that the batteries are correctly "locked up" (i.e.,
The display stays
inserted. nothing happens
blank after you
• If the batteries are weak, replace them. when a key is
have turned on the
• Check that the AD-24ES adapter is correctly pressed, even
machine.
connected.
though the
machine is on.)
When the label is
printed out, there is
• See "Setting Margin" in this users guide and The power turns off
to print with too much margin select [Half] or [Narrow] to have smaller
when you try to
margins for your label.
(space) on both
print.
to cancel.) sides of the text.
The tape does not
The machine does
feed properly or the
• Check that the tape cassette has been
not print, or the
tape gets stuck
inserted correctly.
printed characters
inside the machine.
• If the tape cassette is empty, replace it.
are not formed
• Check the cassette cover is properly closed.
properly. All text and format
settings need to be
• The batteries may be weak. Replace them.
cleared to create a
• When power is disconnected for more than
The setting has new label.
three minutes, all text & formats in the
cleared on its own.
display will be lost. Language and Unit
To change
settings will also be cleared.
language setting.
A blank horizontal
• There maybe some dust on the print head.
line appears Remove the tape cassette and use a dry
through the printed cotton swab to gently wipe the print head
label. with an up-and-down motion.
• When power is disconnected for more than three minutes, all text,
format settings and any text files stored in the memory will be Entering Text
cleared.
• Do not use old and new batteries together or mix alkaline batteries
with other type batteries, or set the positive and negative end in the
Setting Font
wrong position.
• Do not drop or hit the P-touch labeler/AC adapter.
• Do not press hard on the LCD display.
• Do not put your finger between the covers when you close the back (Helsinki) or (Bohemia)
cover.
Label image (Helsinki) Label image (Bohemia)
General Precautions
• Depending on the location, material, and environmental conditions, Switching Upper Case/Lower Case
the label may unpeel or become irremovable, the color of the label
may change or be transferred to other objects. Before applying the
label, check the environmental condition and the material.
• Do not use the P-touch labeler in any way or for any purpose not
described in this guide. Doing so may result in accidents or damage
the machine. Upper case ( ON) Lower case (
• Use only Brother TZ tapes with this machine. Do not use tapes that
do not have the mark.
• Only use a soft, dry cloth to clean the labeler; never use alcohol or
other organic solvents. Caps Caps
• Use a soft wipe to clean the print head; never touch the print head.
Making Two Lines of Text
• Do not put any foreign objects into the tape exit slot or AC adapter
connector, etc.
Move the cursor to where the second line starts and press
• Do not place the P-touch labeler/battery in direct sunlight or rain,
near heaters or other hot appliances, in any location exposed to
.
extremely high or low temperatures (e.g. on the dashboard or in the
back of your car), high humidity, or dusty locations.
Use either 3/8" (9mm) or 1/2" (12mm) wide tape for two line
• Do not apply excessive pressure to the cutter lever.
• Do not try to print if the cassette is empty; it will damage the print text.
head.
Display Label image
• Do not pull the tape while printing or feeding; it will damage the tape
and machine.
• Any data stored in memory will be lost due to failure or repair of the
P-touch labeler, or if the battery expires.
Entering Symbols
Choose a symbol with
.
press
Designing Labels
1
Press , use to select a function under column [A], and then press
can also be selected with the shortcut keys listed under column [C]. (
2
Use to select a setting listed under column [B], and then press
AC adapter jack
Design [A]
Size Size
NOTE
Insert the plug on the adapter cord into the AC adapter Width Width
jack on the top end of the machine.
Insert the plug into the nearest standard electrical outlet.
For memory back up, we recommend using AAA alkaline
batteries (LR03) together when using the AC adapter.
Style Style
Set the unit of measurement.
The default setting is [inch].
[Unit]
[inch/mm] .
NOTE
• The machine automatically turns off if no keys are
pressed within five minutes.
• To cancel operations, press .
2 Underline/Frame
Underline/Frame*
Problem Solution
Tab Tab
• Refer to "Resetting the P-touch".
Tab length Tab Length
Label length Label Length
• The batteries may be weak. Replace them.
• Check that the batteries are correctly
inserted.
• Check that the end of the tape feeds under
the tape guides.
• The cutter lever is used while printing. Do
Auto format Auto Format
not touch the cutter lever during printing.
• Press + and select
[Text&Format].
*1 There are the default settings. To return to the default setting, press
*2 Frames can not be printed on 9/64" (3.5mm) tape.
• Refer to "Initial Settings".
*3 You can also select the length by entering the length with Number keys. To turn to [Auto], press
Printing Labels
• Refer to the table of symbols (A) on the enclosed insertion Text Preview
sheet for a list of available symbols.
You can preview the text before printing.
• To go to the next group, press .
• To cancel operations, press .
Entering Accented Characters • The LCD shows the whole text and the label length (inch/
mm), then returns to the original text.
- / • Only the text can be previewed, not the font, style, size,
underline/frame or any additional features.
• Refer to the table of accented characters (B) on the
Feeding (Tape Feed)
enclosed insertion sheet for a list of available accented
characters.
OFF) • To cancel operations, press .
Setting Margin (
• The order of accented characters differs by the selected
LCD language.
To Clear
By pressing , the letters will be deleted one by one.
[Full]/[Half]/[Narrow]
To delete all text and settings :
For leaving equal margins on both sides of the text.
+ [Text&Format]
Full
To delete text only :
1"
[Chain Print]
+ [Text Only]
For creating a label containing text in various styles.
1. Enter text.
and
2.
Press
3. Press
print.
Chain Print
ABC
. (The function
NOTE
+ to ))
• When [Half] or [Narrow] is set, feed the tape before using
the cutter otherwise a part of the text may be cut off. Also,
. cut along the printed dots (:) with scissors so the text is
centered in the label.
[B] Label image [C] • To print more than 1 copy of a label with minimum margin,
set the margin [Narrow] and select [Copies] for [Print
1 Options] function.
Large*
• Do not try to pull the tape since this may damage the tape
cassette.
Medium
Printing
Small
• To prevent damage to the tape, do not touch the cutter
1
Normal*
lever while the message "Print" or "Feed" is displayed.
• To cut off the label, push in the tape cutter lever on the
upper-right corner of the machine.
x 2
• Peel the printed label from backing and apply the label.
x 1/2 Using Print Options (
[Copies]
1
Normal*
You can print up to 9 copies of each label.
• To print more than 1 copy of a label with minimum margin,
Bold
set the margin to [Narrow] and select [Copies] for [Print
Options] function.
Outline
Shadow
Italic
• You can also select the number of copies by entering with
Italic Bold Number keys.
[Numbering]
Italic Outl (Italic Outline)
You can print many copies of the same text while increasing
a selected number by 1 after each label is printed.
Example: To print copies of a label containing a serial
Italic Shadow
number (0123, 0124 and 0125)
Vertical
1
Off*
Underline
Round
• Select the highest number you wish to be printed when
setting the number.
Leaf
[Mirror]
Tile
Star
Heart
• Use clear tape in [Mirror], so the labels can be read
Square
correctly from the opposite side when attached on glass,
windows or other transparent surfaces.
Clip
• The cursor should be positioned where you set to tab.
Resetting the P-touch
• You can also set a tab by using the Tab key on the keyboard.
1 3 You can reset the P-touch labeler when you want to
Auto* /0.0"-4.0" (0-100mm)* The tab is set with the specified length.
initialize the settings, or in the event the P-touch labeler is
not working properly.
1 3
Auto* /1.2"-12.0" (30-300mm)* The label is printed with the specified length. 1
Turn off the P-touch labeler and then while
1
Off* —
holding down
VHS Spine 5.5" (140mm) the P-touch back on.
2
MiniDV Spine 1.6" (42mm)
Release
Audio Tape 3.5" (89mm)
The P-touch labeler turns on with the internal memory
CD Case Spine 4.4" (113mm)
reset.
File Tab 3.2" (82mm)
NOTE
Divider Tab 1.6" (42mm)
All text, settings and stored files are cleared.
.
.
DECO MODE
This function allows you to create unique labels by using
some built-in templates. Refer to the DECO MODE format
table (C) on the enclosed insertion sheet.
Example: Design 10
[Design 10]
[Auto/1.2"-7.8"
(30-200mm)]
+
Bill Anderson
+ )
ABC Company, Inc. [Print OK?]
[Margin]
NOTE
[Full/Half/Narrow/Chain Print]
• Some formats checked on [C] in the DECO format table
need cooling. If the print head becomes too hot, your
machine will stop printing and automatically start to cool
down. The cool down time will be displayed. Once the
print head is cool, printing will automatically continue.
Half Narrow
Do not touch the P-touch labeler while cooling.
ABC : ABC : ABC
• If you select a format that is one line (Design 1 - Design
1" 9), only enter the text one time.
1/2" 1/2" 1/6" 1/6"
• Depending on the format you have selected, the entire
contents of your text may not be printed.
• The DECO MODE templates cannot change format.
• The highlighted symbols in the table of symbols (A) on the
enclosed insertion sheet are available in DECO MODE.
, then [OK to Feed?] appears.
• To clear all text, press and , then "Clear?"
to enter more texts. Press to feed and
appears. Press to clear. Press to cancel.
• When you access DECO MODE, your most recently
printed DECO MODE text and label length will be
ABC recalled.
DEF
(feed & cut)
• Press to return to the previous step.
• To exit DECO MODE, press until the display shows
the text entry screen.
• DECO MODE feature is only available when using 1/2"
(12mm) wide tape cassettes.
• The maximum label length is 7.8" (200mm) for DECO
MODE.
• When [Auto] is selected for "Label Length", the label will
automatically adjust to the correct size for printing the text
one time.
• Press to return to the [Auto] setting for "Label
Length" mode.
Saving Label Files
Memory ( + )
You can save your original labels on to your machine. Up to
nine labels can be saved and recalled for printing at a later
date. You can also edit and overwrite the stored label.
+ )
To Save: [Save]
[Print Options] To Print: [Print]
[Copies]
To Open: [Open]
NOTE
If you try to store a label when there is already a label
stored to that number, a message "Overwrite?" will appear.
Press to save your new label. Press
Specifications
[Print Options]
[Numbering]
Dimensions: 6.26" × 6.18" × 2.43"
(W x D x H) (159 × 157 × 61.7mm)
Weight: 1.07 lb. (485 g)
(without batteries and tape cassette)
Power supply: Six AAA alkaline batteries (LR03)
Optional AC adapter (AD-24ES)
Tape cassette: Brother TZ tape (width)
[Print Options] 9/64" (3.5mm), 1/4" (6mm),
3/8" (9mm), 1/2" (12mm)
[Mirror] [Mirror Print?]
Accessories
Tape Cassettes: See the included "Supplies and
Accessories Guide".
AC Adapter: AD-24ES
Cutter Unit: TC-5 (replacement)
If the cutter blade becomes blunt after repetitive use and the
tape cannot be cut cleanly, replace with new cutter unit
(stock no. TC-5) by obtaining from an authorized Brother
reseller.
CAUTION
• Do not touch the cutter blade directly with your fingers.
• Do not swallow the cutter stopper.
and , press to turn
Should you encounter any problems with your product,
please do not return your product to the store!
and .
After referring to the User's guide, if you still need
assistance, call Brother Customer Service at:
Voice: 1-877-BROTHER
Web: www.brother-usa.com
Fax: 1-901-379-1210
If you need to locate a service center, please call
1-877-BROTHER or visit us at www.brother-usa.com
[File]
to cancel.