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REFERENCE
Troubleshooting
Error message
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PREPARATION
Unpacking Your P-touch Labeler
OPERATION
Keyboard & LCD
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USER'S GUIDE
English
Check that the package contains the following before using your P-touch la-
beler.
Message
Cause/Remedy
Width
Size
PT-1880
Battery Weak!
Check Battery!
Invalid!
The batteries are weak. Replace them with new ones.
The installed batteries are about to run out.
Printed in China
LW1704001
TZ tape cassette
User's Guide
Cursor
• There is no text above the cursor when you set Number-
ing.
• Invalid character is selected for Numbering.
• Invalid number is selected for Tab Length or Label Length.
Caps
Style
Underline/Frame
Label Length
Accessories Guide
Warranty Card
No Text!
• You tried to print a text file when there is no data stored in
the memory.
• The Print key is pressed when no text is entered.
• You tried to set Copies, Numbering or Mirror when no text
is entered.
Tape cutter lever
INTRODUCTION
Line Limit!
• You tried to enter a 3rd line by pressing Enter key.
• You tried to print a 2 line text when 3.5 mm or 6 mm tape is
installed.
With your PT-1880, 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 colours.
Included items may differ by distribution.
Power Supply
No Cassette!
Cutter Error!
Full!
You tried to print a label when there is no cassette installed.
Tape cutter lever is used in the middle of printing process.
The maximum number of characters (80 characters) have
already been entered.
Read this User’s Guide carefully before starting and keep the User’s Guide in
a handy place for future reference.
Make sure that the power is turned off when replacing batteries.
Text Too Long!
No Frame OK?
The text length exceeds the selected label length or the
selected Auto Format setting length.
Esc key
Print key
Preview key
Font keys
Turn the machine over and remove the battery compartment cover.
If batteries are already installed, remove them.
OK key
Cursor keys
Printing on 3.5 mm tape with invalid Frame setting ON.
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
Power key
(Select
to print with no Frame,
to cancel.)
Function key
•
Use only Brother TZ tapes with this machine. Do not use tapes that do not have
Character keys
Backspace key
Insert six new AA-size alkaline
Battery compartment
the
mark.
What to do when...
batteries (LR6), making sure that
their poles point in the correct
directions. Always replace all six
batteries at the same time using
brand new ones.
cover
Tab key
Caps key
•
•
Do not disassemble or modify the machine/AC adapter.
Do not clean the machine with alcohol or other organic solvents. Only use a soft, dry
cloth.
Do not touch the print head mechanism. Use a soft wipe (e.g. a cotton swab) when
cleaning the print head.
To avoid injuries, do not touch the cutter's edge.
To prevent damage or breakage, do not press on the LCD display.
Do not put any foreign objects into or heavy objects on the machine.
Do not leave any rubber or vinyl on the machine for an extended period of time,
otherwise the machine may be stained.
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 expose the machine/AC adapter to extremely high temperatures or high
humidity. Never leave them on the dashboard or in the back of your car, near heaters
or other hot appliances. Keep them out of both direct sunlight and rain.
Avoid using the machine in extremely dusty places.
Depending on the environmental conditions and the applied settings, some
characters or symbols may be difficult to read.
Do not pull on the tape being fed from the P-touch labeler, otherwise the tape
cassette or P-touch labeler may be damaged.
Do not attempt to cut the tape while printing or feeding since this will damage the tape.
Do not try to print labels using an empty tape cassette set in the P-touch labeler. Doing
so will damage the print head.
Remove the batteries and disconnect the AC adapter if you do not intend to use the
machine for an extended period of time. (Note: When power is disconnected for more
than five minutes, all text, format settings and any text files stored in the memory will
be 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 wrong position. Otherwise, the
batteries may leak or be damaged.
Do not use metallic articles, such as tweezers or metallic pen, when exchanging the
batteries.
Always use the specified voltage and the suggested AC adapter (AD5000) for
this machine to prevent any damage or failure.
To prevent fire or electric shock, make sure that the plug of the AC adapter is fully
inserted into the power outlet. Do not use an outlet that is loose.
Enter key
Shift key
Problem
Solution
The display stays blank • Check that the batteries are correctly inserted.
after you have turned on • If the batteries are weak, replace them.
the machine.
Shift key
•
Symbol key
Auto Format key
Accent key
Space key
• Check that the AC adapter is correctly connected.
When the label is
• Refer to "Setting [Margin] (Tape Margin)" on this users
guide and select [Half] or [Narrow] to have smaller margins
for your label.
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•
•
•
printed out, there is too
much margin (space) on
both sides of the text.
The machine does not • Check that the tape cassette has been inserted correctly.
• The LCD shows one row of 15 characters; however, the text that
you enter can be up to 80 characters in length, which will scroll
across the display.
print, or the printed
characters are not
formed properly.
• If the tape cassette is empty, replace it.
• Check the tape compartment cover is properly closed.
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•
The setting has cleared • The batteries may be weak. Replace them.
on its own.
Attach the battery compartment cover by inserting the three hooks at the
bottom into the slots on the machine, then pushing down firmly on the
cover until it snaps into place.
• Use
with Shift key to go to beginning/end of the text.
• When power is disconnected for more than five minutes, all
text & formats in the display will be lost. Language and unit
settings will also be cleared.
A blank horizontal line
appears through the
printed label.
• There maybe some dust on the print head. Remove the
tape cassette and use a dry cotton swab to gently wipe the
print head with and up-and-down motion.
• The print head can be cleaned more easily if the optional
print head cleaning cassette (TZ-CL4) is used.
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•
Turning the Power On
When using optional AC adapter (model
AD5000)
•
Insert the plug on the adapter cord into
the adapter jack on the right side of the
machine.
The machine has
• Turn off the machine, and then while holding
"locked up" (i.e., nothing
happens when a key is
pressed, even though
the machine is on.)
•
•
down
and
, press
to turn the machine back
English/Spanish/
Insert the plug into the nearest standard
electrical outlet.
)
(
(
+
+
)
)
Setting Language (
on. Finally, release
and
.
French/Portuguese
• Note: The text and formats in the display are erased. Also,
the language and unit settings will be cleared.
•
For memory back up, we recommend using
The power turns off
when you try to print.
• The batteries may be weak. Replace them.
• Check that the batteries are correctly inserted.
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[Language]
/
>
[English]
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AA-size alkaline batteries (LR6) together
when using the AC adapter.
The tape does not feed
• Check that the end of the tape feeds under the tape guides.
properly or the tape gets • The cutter lever is used while printing. Do not touch the
•
Tape Cassettes
Make sure that the power is turned off when replacing a tape cassette.
stuck inside the machine.
cutter lever during printing.
Setting unit (mm/inch)
All text and format settings
need to be cleared to
create a new label.
• Press
mat].
while holding down
, and select [Text&For-
•
•
•
>
[Unit]
/
>
[mm]
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Open the tape compartment cover by lifting up both sides at the same time.
If a tape cassette is already installed, remove it by pulling it straight up.
Specifications
• The machine automatically turns off if no key is pressed within 5
minutes.
Insert a tape cassette, making sure that it snaps into place.
Item
Specification
End of tape
• To cancel operations, press
.
Dimensions
Weight
167 mm (W) × 215 mm (D) × 57 mm (H)
570 g (without batteries and tape cassette)
Tape compartment
Toothed Wheel
cover
• To initialize the P-touch labeler back to factory settings, turn off the
machine and then while holding down
turn the machine back on. Finally, release
and
and
, press
.
to
Power supply
Six AA-size alkaline batteries (LR6) or optional AC adapter
(model AD5000)
Tape cassette
Brother TZ tape (width) :
3.5 mm, 6 mm, 9 mm, 12 mm, 18 mm
Tape guide
Accessories
(Supplies may differ by distribution.)
Accessories
Stock No.
• Make sure that the end of the tape feeds under the tape guides.
• If the ink ribbon is loose, use your finger to wind the toothed wheel in the
direction of the arrow on the cassette.
Tape Cassettes
AC Adapter
See the attached "Supplies and Accessories Guide".
model AD5000
CC3500
Carrying Case
After you have installed the tape, feed the tape (
push in the tape cutter lever to cut the tape.
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) once and then
Securely close the front cover, making sure that it snaps into place.
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