[GETTING STARTED]
REFERENCE
3
PREPARATION
Tape Cassettes
OPERATION
1
2
Keyboard & LCD
Troubleshooting
Make sure that the power is turned off when replacing a tape cassette.
Error message
Width
Style
Size
Message
Cause/Remedy
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.
Battery Weak!
Check Battery!
Invalid!
The batteries are weak.
The installed batteries are about to run out.
Cursor
• There is no text above the cursor when you set Numbering.
• Invalid character is selected for Numbering.
USER'S GUIDE
Underline/Frame
Label Length
Caps
• Invalid number is selected for Tab Length or Label Length.
Tape cutter lever
Insert a tape cassette, making sure that it snaps into place.
No Text!
• You tried to print a text file when there is no data stored in
the memory.
LN7808001
Printed in China
• The Print key is pressed when no text is entered.
• You tried to set Copies, Numbering or Mirror when no text
is entered.
End of tape
Toothed Wheel
Line Limit!
• You tried to enter a 3rd line by pressing Enter key.
• You tried to print a 2 line text when 3.5mm or 6mm tape is
installed.
Tape compartment
cover
INTRODUCTION
With your PT-1830, 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.
Favourite keys
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.
Function key
Power key
Tape guide
The maximum number of characters (80 characters) have
already been entered.
Print key
Read this manual carefully before starting and keep the manual in a handy
place for future reference.
Text Too Long!
No Frame OK?
The text length exceeds the selected label length or the
selected Auto Format setting length.
Cursor/Esc/
OK key
Preview key
Printing on 3.5 mm tape with invalid Frame setting ON.
• 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.
After you have installed the tape, feed the tape (see Feeding) once and then push
in the tape cutter lever to cut the tape.
Backspace key
Character keys
(Select
to print with no Frame,
to cancel.)
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
Tab key
Caps key
Enter key
Shift key
• Use only Brother TZ tapes with this machine. Do not use tapes that do
What to do when...
Shift key
not have the
mark.
Problem
Solution
Symbol key
Auto Format key
Accent key
Space key
• Do not clean the machine with alcohol or other organic solvents. Only use
a soft, dry cloth.
Securely close the front cover, making sure that it snaps into place.
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.
The machine does not • Check that the tape cassette has been inserted correctly.
print. • If the tape cassette is empty, replace it.
• Do not touch the print head mechanism. Use a soft wipe (e.g. a cotton
swab) when cleaning the print head.
• Check that the suggested adaptor is correctly connected.
• The LCD shows one row of 15 characters; however, the text that
you enter can be up to 80 characters in length.
Power Supply
• To avoid injuries, do not touch the cutter's edge.
• Use
while holding down Shift key to go to beginning/end of the text.
The printed characters • The batteries may be weak. Replace them.
• To prevent damage or breakage of the glass, do not press hard on the LCD
display.
Make sure that the power is turned off when replacing batteries.
are not formed properly,
or the printed characters
are blurred.
Initial Setting
• Do not put any foreign objects into or heavy objects on the machine.
Turn the machine over and remove the battery compartment cover.
The memory has
cleared on its own.
• The batteries may be weak. Replace them.
• Do not leave any rubber or vinyl on the machine for an extended period of
time, otherwise the machine may be stained.
If batteries are already installed, remove them.
Start your machine
Supply power by using six AA batteries or the optional AC adaptor, and then
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.
• The print head can be cleaned more easily if the optional
print head cleaning cassette (TZ-CL4) is used.
press
.
• Do not get the machine wet, such as by touching with wet hands or spilling
beverages on to the machine.
Set the language (English/Spanish/French/Portuguese)
Insert six new AA-size alkaline 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.
• Do not expose the machine to extremely high temperatures or high
humidity. Never leave it on the dashboard or in the back of your car, near
heaters or other hot appliances. Keep it out of both direct sunlight and rain.
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
and
to turn the machine back on.
Choose a language with
and press
/
.
• Avoid using the machine in extremely dusty places.
Finally, release
.
Battery compartment
cover
Set the unit (inch/mm)
• Do not pull on the tape being fed from the P-touch, otherwise the tape
cassette may be damaged.
• Do not attempt to cut the tape while printing or feeding since this will
damage the tape.
Specifications
Choose a unit with
and press
/
.
• Do not try to print labels using an empty tape cassette set in the P-touch.
Doing so will damage the print head.
Item
Specification
• The machine automatically turns off if no key is pressed within 5
minutes.
Dimensions
Weight
173 mm (W) × 222 mm (D) × 62 mm (H)
590 g (without batteries and tape cassette)
• Remove the batteries and disconnect the AC adaptor if you do not intend
to use the machine for an extended period of time. (Note: When power is
disconnected for more than three minutes, all text shown in the display and
any text files stored in the memory will be lost. Language and unit settings
will also be cleared.)
• To cancel operations, press
.
Power supply
Six AA-size alkaline batteries (LR6) or optional AC adaptor
(model AD-5000)
• To initialize the settings, turn off the machine and then while
Tape cassette
Brother TZ tape (width) :
3.5 mm, 6 mm, 9 mm, 12 mm, 18 mm
holding down
Finally, release
and
and
, press
.
to turn the machine back on.
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.
<Note> The text and formats in the display and all text files stored
in the memory are erased. Also, the language and unit set-
tings 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.
Accessories
(Supplies may differ by distribution.)
• Use only the suggested AC adaptor for this machine to prevent any
damage or failure.
Accessories
Stock No.
Creating Labels
Tape Cassettes
AC Adaptor
See the attached TZ Tape Catalogue.
model AD-5000
When using optional AC adaptor (model
AD-5000)
Insert the plug on the adaptor cord into
the adaptor jack on the right side of the
machine.
Insert the plug into the nearest standard
electrical outlet.
Be sure to use scissors to cut the fabric tapes. The built-in cutter can-
not completely cut the fabric tapes.
For memory back up, we recommend using
AA-size alkaline batteries (LR6) together
when using the AC adaptor.
See the reverse side for steps of creating labels.
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