Brother PT-2430PC User Manual

E n g l i s h
Printed in China
www.brother.ca
LW5547001
INTRODUCTION
Thank you for choosing the PT-2430PC. Your new P-touch labeller uses P-touch Editor Lite software, which is already installed on your labeller.
There is no need to install any software or drivers onto your PC in order to make creative labels. This manual includes important precautionary
information and simple instructions for operating your new P-touch labeller. Be sure to read the instructions before use and use the product in ac-
cordance with these instructions. Keep this manual handy for future reference. If new versions of the PT-2430PC software become available, this
manual may not refl ect the updated features. Therefore, you may fi nd that the software and the contents in this guide are different.
Industry Canada Compliance Statement (Canada Only)
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Returning this product is expensive and time consuming for you, your retailer and for us, the manufacturer. Should you encounter any
problem with your new product, please refer to the instruction manual. If you still need assistance, call our "help" line at 1-877-BROTHER
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Getting Ready
Review the names of P-touch labeller parts.
Feed & Cut button
LED lamp
Power
button
Tape exit slot
AC adapter (included)
connecter
USB port
Mode selector
switch
The PT-2430PC has 2 mode selector settings - "EL" and "E". The mode selector
switch is pre-set at the factory to the EL mode, for use with P-touch Editor Lite. For
E mode, you will need to install P-touch Editor 5.0, a more advanced labeling soft-
ware, and the required drivers from the enclosed CD. For details on how to install
the P-touch Editor 5.0, see "Starting P-touch Editor 5.0" below.
Connect the P-touch labeller's power supply.
When using the included AC adapter (AD-
24ES), insert the plug on the adapter cord
into the adapter jack on the bottom end of the
P-touch labeller. Insert the plug into the near-
est standard electrical outlet.
Connect the USB cable and start P-touch Editor Lite.
Connect the
Turn on the P-touch labeller.
USB cable.
The LED lamp will light up.
How to disconnect the P-touch
labeller
Exit P-touch Editor Lite by clicking on the
right.
To disconnect the labeller, click the icon in the computer's
task bar ( , , or ).
Click Safely remove USB Mass Storage Device.
When The device can be safely removed is displayed,
turn off the P-touch labeller and disconnect the USB ca-
ble.
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Release Lever
Print head
Tape cutter
Verify that the P-touch labeller is
turned off. Open the cassette cover
as shown by the arrow in the above
illustration while pressing the part
marked "<<".
Click P-touch Editor Lite.
The following
screens
may differ
depending on
the Operating
System on
your PC.
Click Open folder to
view fi les.
at the top
Starting P-touch Editor 5.0

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

WARNING
• Always use the specifi ed voltage and the included AC adapter (AD-24ES) for this machine to prevent any damage or failure.
• Unplug the power cord immediately and stop using the P-touch labeller during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.
• Do not use the 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, al-
ways hold the plug.
• To prevent fi re or electric shock, make sure that the plug is fully inserted to the power outlet. Do not use an outlet that is loose.
• Do not get the machine/AC adapter/power plug wet, such as by handling them with wet hands or spilling beverages onto them.
• Do not disassemble or modify P-touch labeller/AC adapter/batteries.
• Do not use metallic articles, such as tweezers or a metallic pen, when exchanging the batteries.
• Do not throw into fi re or heat up the battery.
• Disconnect the AC adapter, remove batteries and stop using immediately if you notice any abnormal odor, heat, discoloration, deformation or anything unusual while in use, or
in storage.
CAUTION
• To avoid injuries, do not touch the blade of the cutter unit 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 labeller for an extended period of time.
• 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 batter-
ies may leak or be damaged.
• To prevent damage or breakage, do not drop or hit P-touch labeller/AC adapter.
• Use only the USB cable included with the P-touch labeller.
General Precautions
• Depending on the location, material, and environmental conditions, 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 labeller in any way or for any purpose not described in this guide. Doing so may result in accidents or damage the machine.
• Use only Brother TZ tapes with this machine. Do not use tapes that do not have the
• Do not clean P-touch labeller with alcohol or other organic solvents. Only use a soft, dry cloth.
• Do not touch the print head with your fi ngers anytime to prevent from a burn. Use a soft wipe (e.g. a cotton swab) when cleaning the print head.
• Do not put any foreign objects into the tape exit slot or AC adapter connector, etc.
• Do not place the P-touch labeller/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.
• Do not try to print labels using an empty tape cassette in the P-touch labeller. Doing so will damage the print head.
• Do not pull the tape being fed from the P-touch labeller, otherwise the tape cassette or P-touch labeller may be damaged.
Install a tape cassette.
Open the cassette Insert a tape
cover. cassette.
Insert a tape cassette as shown in
the above illustration.
When using the P-touch labeller
with batteries, insert six new AA al-
kaline 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.
It will take longer
than usual to start
P - t o u c h E d i t o r L i t e
w h e n c o n n e c t i n g
P-touch labeler to your
computer for the first
time. If the software
d o e s n o t s t a r t
automatically when you
connect the machine,
you may launch it from
My Computer. Start
P-touch Editor Lite by
d o u b l e - c l i c k i n g
PTLITE10.EXE.
Double-click PTLITE10.
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and other countries.
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respective companies that developed them.
Move the mode selector If you would like to use the more advanced software that is available for your P-touch labeller,
switch on the back of the you are able to install P-touch Editor 5.0 from the included CD-ROM. This advanced software
will give you greater label making functionality.
P-touch labeller to the "E"
position before connecting Do not connect the P-touch labeller to your PC before you begin the P-touch
the USB cable. Editor 5.0 installation. For details on how to install P-touch Editor 5.0, see the
installation guide in the included CD-ROM.
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promote the development and popularization of energy-efficient
offi ce equipment.
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As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Brother Industries, Ltd. has deter-
mined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR
energy effi ciency.
mark.
Close the cassette
cover.
• Make sure that the end of the tape feeds under the tape guides.
• If the ink ribbon is loose, use your fi nger to wind the toothed
wheel in the direction of the arrow on the cassette.
• Use only Brother tapes with the P-touch labeller.
• For initial use of the tape, install the tape. Then, push in the Feed
& Cut button to cut the tape.
• Make sure that the release lever is up when closing the tape cover.
The tape cover cannot be closed if the release lever is pressed down.
Auto Power Off Function
When the P-touch labeller is operating on battery power
only, it will turn off automatically if not used for a period of 20
minutes. The message "Unsafe Removal of Device" may
be displayed depending on the Operating System running
on your PC. Any data being displayed will be saved. When
you turn the labeller back on, click on the Editor Lite icon to
resume creating your label.
P-touch Editor Lite
starts immediately.
For details on using
P-touch Editor Lite,
see the back of this
sheet.
Do not turn off the power or remove the labeller while
using P-touch Editor Lite.
When using
Windows Vista
When connecting the device for the fi rst time, perform the
scan and then select the Always do this for software and
games check box on the dialog box displayed when the
scan completes. P-touch Editor Lite will start automatically
the next time you connect the P-touch labeller.
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