Brother Answering Machine PT 80 User Manual

[GETTING STARTED]  
REFERENCE  
3
PREPARATION  
OPERATION  
1
2
Keyboard & LCD  
Troubleshooting  
Unpacking Your P-touch Labeler  
Check that the package contains the followings before using your P-touch  
labeler.  
Error message  
Width  
Style  
Size  
Message  
Cause/Remedy  
PT-80  
M tape cassette  
Battery  
The batteries are weak.  
Replace them with new ones.  
Cursor  
Invalid  
Invalid number is selected for Label Length setting.  
USER'S GUIDE  
User's Guide  
Underline/Frame  
Label Length  
No Text  
• The Print key or Preview key is pressed when no text is  
entered.  
You tried to set Copies (copy printing) when no text is  
entered.  
Caps  
English  
/ Español  
Num Lock  
Accessories Guide  
Warranty Card  
LN8233001  
Printed in China  
Print key  
Time/Date  
Time/Date key  
Function key  
Cursor key  
Line Lmt  
Full  
Line Limit. Printable lines are limited up to 2 lines.  
You tried to enter a 3rd line by pressing Enter key.  
Preview key  
Power key  
Fn  
P
The maximum number of characters (80 characters) have  
already been entered.  
Q
W
Z
E
R
C
T
Y
B
U
N
I
O
Backspace key  
INTRODUCTION  
Included items may differ by distribution.  
Character keys  
A
S
D
F
G
H
J
K
L
/
With your PT-80, 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.  
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Text Lmt  
Text Limit. The text length exceeds the selected label length  
or the selected Auto Format setting length.  
Power Supply & Tape Cassettes  
Caps  
Num  
Symbol  
Space  
Accent  
Shift key  
Caps key  
Num Lock key  
Shift key  
Enter key  
Accent key  
Space key  
What to do when...  
Remove the back cover by pressing in  
the rough area at the top end of the  
machine.  
If a tape cassette is already installed,  
remove it by pulling it straight up. Also, if  
batteries are already installed, remove  
them.  
• Make sure that the power is turned off  
when replacing batteries or tape  
cassette.  
Problem  
Solution  
Symbol key  
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.  
FCC NOTICE  
• The LCD shows one row of 12 characters; however, the text that  
you enter can be up to 80 characters in length, which will scroll  
across the display.  
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 received,  
including interference that may cause undesired operation.  
Language setting of the Turn off the machine and then while holding  
machine is incorrect.  
down  
and  
, press  
to turn the machine  
• Use Cursor key while holding down Shift key to go to beginning /  
end of the text.  
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  
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 equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be  
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by  
one or more of the following measures:  
back on. Finally, release  
and  
.
• Note: The text and formats in the display are erased. Also,  
the language, unit and clock settings will be cleared.  
Initial Setting  
The machine does not • Check that the tape cassette has been inserted correctly.  
Start your machine  
Supply power by using four AAA batteries, and then press  
print, or the printed  
characters are not  
formed properly.  
• If the tape cassette is empty, replace it.  
• Check the cassette cover is properly closed.  
Print head  
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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.  
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Brother Industries, Ltd. could void the user’s  
authority to operate the equipment.  
Insert four new AAA-size alkaline  
batteries (LR03), making sure that  
their poles point in the correct  
directions. Always replace all four  
batteries at the same time using brand  
new ones.  
The setting has cleared • The batteries may be weak. Replace them.  
on its own.  
Set the language (English/Spanish/French/Portuguese)  
• When power is disconnected for more than two minutes,  
all text & formats in the display will be lost. Language, unit  
and clock settings will also be cleared.  
A blank horizontal line  
appears through the  
printed label.  
• There may be some dust on the print head. Remove the  
tape cassette and use a dry cotton swab to gently wipe the  
print head with an up-and-down motion.  
Choose a language with  
and press  
.
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS  
Use only Brother M tapes with this machine. Do not use tapes that do not have  
Set the unit (inch/mm)  
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  
and  
the  
mark.  
back on. Finally, release  
.
Do not clean the machine with alcohol or other organic solvents. Only use a soft, dry  
cloth.  
Choose a unit with  
and press  
.
• Note: The text and formats in the display are erased. Also,  
the language, unit and clock settings will be cleared.  
Insert a tape cassette, making sure that it snaps into place.  
Set Date (MM/DD/YY) and Time (hh:mm)  
Example: setting the clock to March 20th 2006, 10:30AM  
Do not touch the print head mechanism. Use a soft wipe (e.g. a cotton swab) when  
cleaning the print head.  
Tape guide  
The power turns off  
when you try to print.  
• The batteries may be weak. Replace them.  
Date (MM/DD/YY)  
To avoid injuries, do not touch the cutter's edge.  
The tape does not feed • Check that the end of the tape feeds under the tape  
properly or the tape gets guides.  
stuck inside the machine. • The cutter lever is used while printing. Do not touch the  
cutter lever during printing.  
To prevent damage or breakage of the LCD glass, do not press on the display.  
Do not put any foreign objects into or heavy objects on the machine.  
Cutter's edge  
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input “03”  
input “20”  
input “30”  
input “06”  
Time (hh:mm)  
Do not leave any rubber or vinyl on the machine for an extended period of time,  
otherwise the machine may be stained.  
All text and format  
settings need to be  
cleared to create a new  
label.  
• Press Backspace key while holding down Shift key, or go  
into Function mode and select  
End of tape  
Do not get the machine wet, such as by handling the machine with wet hands or  
spilling beverages on to the machine.  
input “10”  
Do not expose the machine to extremely high temperatures or high humidity. Never  
leave it on the dashboard, in the back of your car, near heaters or other hot  
appliances. Keep it out of both direct sunlight and rain.  
Select AM/PM with  
and press  
.
Specifications  
Tape exit slot  
You can also confirm the figure and move to the next setting by using  
right cursor key.  
• Make sure that the end of the tape feeds under the tape guides.  
• Use only Brother M tapes with this machine.  
Avoid using the machine in extremely dusty places.  
Item  
Specification  
Depending on the environmental conditions and the applied settings, some  
characters or symbols may be difficult to read.  
Attach the back cover by inserting two  
hooks at the bottom into the slots on  
the machine, then pushing down  
firmly on the cover until it snaps into  
place.  
• The machine automatically turns off if no key is pressed within 5  
minutes.  
Dimensions  
6.8" (W) × 4.0" (D) × 2.3" (H)  
(172 mm (W) × 100 mm (D) × 58 mm (H))  
0.5 lbs. (240 g) (without batteries and tape cassette)  
Four AAA-size alkaline batteries (LR03)  
Do not pull on the tape being fed from the P-touch labeler, otherwise the tape  
cassette or P-touch labeler may be damaged.  
• To cancel operations, press  
.
Weight  
Power supply  
Tape cassette  
• To initialize the P-touch labeler back to factory settings, turn off the  
Do not attempt to cut the tape while printing or feeding since this will damage the tape.  
• After you have installed the tape, feed  
Brother M tape (width) :  
3/8" (9 mm), 1/2" (12 mm)  
machine and then while holding down  
and  
, press  
and .  
to  
Do not try to print labels using an empty tape cassette set in the P-touch labeler. Doing  
so will damage the print head.  
the tape (  
+
) once and  
turn the machine back on. Finally, release  
then push in the tape cutter lever to cut  
the tape.  
See the attached “Supplies and Accessories Guide” for detailed info of tape  
variation.  
Remove the batteries if you do not intend to use the machine for an extended period  
of time. (Note: When power is disconnected for more than two minutes, all text and  
format settings will be cleared. Language, unit and clock settings will also be cleared.)  
Make sure that the power is turned off when replacing batteries or tape cassette.  
Tape cutter lever  
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.  
[CREATING LABELS]  
USEFUL FUNCTIONS  
3
MAKING TEXT  
Switching Upper Case/Lower Case  
2
PRINTING LABELS  
Text Preview  
1
DESIGNING LABELS  
(
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Setting [Size]  
(
+
+
+
)
Time & Date Function  
You can preview the text before printing.  
You can insert the desired time and date to your text at the touch of a button.  
8 Formats are available for printing time and date.  
You can change the number of time/date by changing the clock setting.  
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[Size]  
>
[Large]  
>
[Large]  
[Small]  
Lower case (  
OFF)  
Upper case (  
ON)  
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.  
To add Time & Date to your text:  
Time/Date  
Caps  
Setting [Width]  
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)
The cursor should be positioned where you wish to insert the time & date.  
Entering Numbers  
>
[Width]  
>
[×2]  
Feeding (Tape Feed)  
To select the format of Time & Date:  
[Normal]  
[×2]  
[×1/2]  
>
+
Num Lock ON  
Num Lock OFF  
The machine will feed 1.0” of tape, which may be needed when installing a new tape  
cassette.  
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)
Setting [Style] (Vertical)  
Example  
(March 20th 2006, 3:30PM)  
Format  
Description  
Num  
Printing  
>
[Style]  
>
[Vertical]  
M/D/Y  
M/D/Y hm  
D/M/Y  
Month/ Date/ Year  
Month/ Date/ Year time  
Date/ Month/ Year  
03/20/06  
Entering Symbols  
[Normal]  
[Shadow]  
[Bold]  
[Outline]  
03/20/06 03:30PM  
20/03/06  
>
To cut off the label, push in the tape cutter lever on the upper-left corner of the  
[Italic]  
[I+Bold] (Italic Bold)  
machine.  
D/M/Y hm  
D.M.Y  
Date/ Month/ Year time  
Date.Month.Year  
20/03/06 03:30PM  
20.03.06  
To prevent damage to the tape, do not try to cut while the message "Print" or  
"Feed" is displayed.  
Group  
Symbols  
Group  
Symbols  
[
I+Outl](Italic Outline)  
[I+Shadow](Italic Shadow) [Vertical]  
1
7
D.M.Y hm  
Y-M-D  
Date.Month.Year time  
Year- Month- Date  
20.03.06 03:30PM  
06-03-20  
(
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)
Using Copies  
You can print up to 9 copies of each label.  
2
3
4
5
6
8
9
Y-M-D hm  
Year- Month- Date time  
06-03-20 03:30PM  
Setting [Undl/Frm] (Underline/Frame) (  
+
)
>
[Copies]  
>
10  
11  
To change the Clock Setting:  
>
[Undl/Frm]  
>
[Undl]  
Example: setting the clock to March 20th 2006, 10:30AM  
You can also select the number of copies by entering with  
.
[Off]  
[Undl] (Underline) [Round]  
[Candy]  
>
>
[Callout]  
[Banner] [Wooden]  
To go to the next group, press  
To cancel operations, press  
.
Setting Month (MM), Date (DD), Year (YY)  
COMPLETED LABELS  
.
>
input “03”  
input “20”  
input “30”  
input “06”  
Setting [Length]  
(Label Length)(Auto / 1.2" - 12.0")  
Entering Accented Characters  
Setting Hour (hh) and Minute (mm)  
(
(
+
+
)
)
>
>
>
/
>
input “10”  
>
[Length]  
>
Accented Characters  
Accented Characters  
You can also select the length by entering the length with  
To return to [Auto], press  
.
Select AM/PM with  
and press  
.
A
C
D
E
G
I
a
c
d
e
g
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You can also confirm the figure and move to the next setting by using right cursor key.  
Setting [A/F](Auto Format)  
You can choose label length from five formats to create labels for various  
applications.  
Peel the printed label from backing and apply the label.  
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Function Shortcuts  
In addition to the basic steps to search for a function, PT-80 provides you with  
function shortcuts so you can easily jump to a frequently used function just by  
Removing the Label Backing  
This machine is equipped with a peeler that allows you to easily remove the  
backing from labels.  
>
[A/F]  
>
[VCR VHS]  
pressing  
and the shortcut key shown in the table below.  
K
L
k
l
To confirm, press  
.
Function  
Size  
LCD  
Application  
Length  
5.5"  
VCR VHS  
MiniDV  
Audio  
Cassette spine  
Cassette spine  
Key  
Key  
Function  
N
O
R
S
T
U
Y
Z
n
o
r
Insert the label, with the printed surface facing down, as far as possible  
into the built-in peeler.  
1.6"  
Cassette case spine  
File tab  
3.5"  
Auto Format  
File Tab  
Divider  
3.2"  
Divider Tab  
1.6"  
Width  
Style  
Copies  
Time & Date  
All Clear  
s
t
Fold back the label to the right and quickly pull out the label. The end of  
the backing is separated from the label.  
To Clear  
u
y
z
Underline/Frame  
Label Length  
By pressing the backspace key you will delete a character.  
(To delete a whole line of text, keep pressing the Backspace key)  
To cancel operations, press  
The order of accented characters differ by the selected LCD language.  
.
Should you encounter any problems with your product, please do not  
return your product to the store!  
After referring to the User's guide, if you still need assistance, call Brother  
Customer Service at:  
To Clear All the Text and the Settings  
(
+
)
Making Two Line Text  
Move the cursor to where the second line starts and press  
Display  
+
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Voice : 1-877-4-PTOUCH  
Label image  
Web  
Fax  
:
:
1-901-379-1210  
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If you need to locate a service center, please call 1-800-284-HELP or visit  
This will not affect Time & Date or language settings.  
 

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