Troubleshooting - Brother The Container Store PT-D201CS User Manual

Troubleshooting

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Message
The batteries are weak.
If using AAA alkaline batteries: Replace them
Low
with new ones.
Battery!
If using Ni-MH batteries, charge them fully.
Battery
The installed batteries are running low.
Dead
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installed. Install tape of a larger size.
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select [Auto] as the label length.
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connected.
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much margin
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characters are
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appears
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format settings
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guide.
setting.
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