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  • Page 1 User's Guide PT-E310BT PT-E510 PT-E560BT © 2023 Brother Industries, Ltd. All rights reserved.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Home > Table of Contents Table of Contents Before You Use Your Labeling System ....................1 Definitions of Notes ............................2 General Precautions ............................3 Trademarks and Licenses ..........................4 Open Source Licensing Remarks ........................5 Important Note ............................... 6 Set Up Your Labeling System ......................
  • Page 3 Print Labels............................100 Preview Labels............................101 Print Labels ..............................102 Print Options............................. 103 Select a Cut Option (PT-E310BT) ......................104 Select a Cut Option (PT-E510/PT-E560BT) ....................106 Print Transferred Templates ........................108 Edit and Print Transferred Templates ....................109 Print Transferred Templates from a Database.................. 110 Delete a Transferred Template ......................
  • Page 4 Error and Maintenance Messages ......................150 Adjust the Label Length ..........................151 Check the Version Information ........................152 Reset the Labeling System ........................153 Reset Using the LCD........................154 Appendix............................155 Specifications ............................. 156 Brother Help and Customer Support......................159...

  • Page 5: Before You Use Your Labeling System

    Home > Before You Use Your Labeling System Before You Use Your Labeling System • Definitions of Notes • General Precautions • Trademarks and Licenses • Open Source Licensing Remarks • Important Note...

  • Page 6: Definitions Of Notes

    Home > Before You Use Your Labeling System > Definitions of Notes Definitions of Notes We use the following symbols and conventions throughout this User's Guide: DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will DANGER result in death or serious injuries. WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could WARNING result in death or serious injuries.

  • Page 7: General Precautions

    Doing so may result in accidents or damage. • Use only Brother TZe tape, HGe tape, or HSe tube with this Labeling System. DO NOT use tapes that do not have the logo. For more information about Heat Shrink Tube, visit your local Brother website.

  • Page 8: Trademarks And Licenses

    • The Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Brother Industries, Ltd. is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. •...

  • Page 9: Open Source Licensing Remarks

    Before You Use Your Labeling System > Open Source Licensing Remarks Open Source Licensing Remarks This product includes open source software. To see the Open Source Licensing Remarks, go to your model's Manuals page on the Brother support website at support.brother.com/manuals. Related Information •...

  • Page 10: Important Note

    • Brother reserves the right to make changes without notice in the specifications and materials contained herein and shall not be responsible for any damages (including consequential) caused by the reliance on the materials presented, including, but not limited to, typographical and other errors relating to the publications.

  • Page 11: Set Up Your Labeling System

    Home > Set Up Your Labeling System Set Up Your Labeling System • Parts Description • LCD Overview • Keyboard Overview • Attach the Support Strap • Install the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery • Connect the Labeling System to an External Power Source •...

  • Page 12: Parts Description

    Home > Set Up Your Labeling System > Parts Description Parts Description >> PT-E310BT >> PT-E510/PT-E560BT PT-E310BT 1. Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) 2. Keyboard 3. Strap Hole 4. LED 5. USB Type-C Port 6. Tape Cutter Lever 7. Tape Viewer 8.
  • Page 13 PT-E510/PT-E560BT 1. Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) 2. Keyboard 3. LED 4. USB Type-C Port 5. Strap Hole 6. Tape Viewer 7. Rear Cover 8. Tape Exit Slot 9. Cover Latch 10. Tape Cutter 11. Tape Cassette Compartment 12. Release Lever 13.

  • Page 14: Lcd Overview

    Home > Set Up Your Labeling System > LCD Overview LCD Overview >> PT-E310BT >> PT-E510/PT-E560BT PT-E310BT 1. Caps mode Indicates if Caps lock mode is enabled. (For Canada, appears.) 2. Current font Indicates the current font. 3. Character size Indicates the current character size.
  • Page 15 Icon Description Battery charge is full. Battery charge is half-full. Battery charge is low. 8. Bluetooth Indicates Bluetooth connection. It blinks while the Labeling System is waiting for the Bluetooth connection. It stays lit once the Bluetooth connection is completed. 9.
  • Page 16 PT-E510/PT-E560BT 1. Caps mode Indicates if Caps lock mode is enabled. (For Canada, appears.) 2. Current font Indicates the current font. 3. Character size Indicates the current character size. 4. Character style Indicates the current character style. 5. Frame Indicates if a frame is set. 6.
  • Page 17 The area between the start and end line will be printed. 10. Labeling application type Indicates current labeling application type. 11. Battery level Indicates the remaining battery level. Displays only when using a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery. Icon Description Battery charge is full. Battery charge is half-full.

  • Page 18: Keyboard Overview

    Home > Set Up Your Labeling System > Keyboard Overview Keyboard Overview >> PT-E310BT (For USA) >> PT-E310BT (For Canada) >> PT-E510/PT-E560BT (For USA) >> PT-E510/PT-E560BT (For Canada) PT-E310BT (For USA) 1. Power Press to turn on or off the Labeling System.
  • Page 19 6. Cable Flag/Serialize Press to create cable flag labels. To create serialized labels, press the Shift key once, and then press the Cable Flag/Serialize key. 7. Punch Block/Database Press to create labels for punch-down blocks with up to two lines drawn. To create labels using the selected range of records in the downloaded database, press the Shift key once, and then press the Punch Block/Database key.
  • Page 20 PT-E310BT (For Canada) 1. Power Press to turn on or off the Labeling System. 2. Style Press to set character and label attributes. 3. File Press to retrieve data saved in the printer's memory. 4. Preview/Feed Press to view an image of the label before printing.
  • Page 21 8. Patch Panel/Adv.Serialize Press to create single or multiple line labels for a group of ports on a patch panel. To create advanced serialized labels, press the Shift key once, and then press the Patch Panel/ Adv.Serialize key. 9. Clear Press to clear all text and format settings.
  • Page 22 PT-E510/PT-E560BT (For USA) 1. Power Press to turn on or off the Labeling System. 2. Style Press to set character and label attributes. 3. Preview Press to view an image of the label before printing. 4. Feed＆Cut Press to feed 0.89" (22.7 mm) of blank tape then cut the tape. 5.
  • Page 23 8. Patch Panel Press to create single or multiple line labels for a group of ports on a patch panel. 9. Clear Press to clear all text and format settings. 10. OK Press to select the displayed option. 11. Cursor Press to move the cursor in the direction of the arrow.
  • Page 24 29. Cable Wrap Press to create labels that wrap around a cable or wire. PT-E510/PT-E560BT (For Canada) 1. Power Press to turn on or off the Labeling System. 2. Style Press to set character and label attributes. 3. Preview Press to view an image of the label before printing. 4.
  • Page 25 7. Punch Block Press to create labels for punch-down blocks with up to three lines drawn. 8. Patch Panel Press to create single or multiple line labels for a group of ports on a patch panel. 9. Clear Press to clear all text and format settings. 10.
  • Page 26 28. General Press to create general purpose labels. 29. Cable Wrap Press to create labels that wrap around a cable or wire. Related Information • Set Up Your Labeling System...

  • Page 27: Attach The Support Strap

    Set Up Your Labeling System > Attach the Support Strap Attach the Support Strap >> PT-E310BT >> PT-E510/PT-E560BT PT-E310BT These instructions describe how to attach the support strap to the base on either the left or right side of the Labeling System.
  • Page 28 PT-E510/PT-E560BT These instructions describe how to attach the support strap to the right side of the Labeling System so you can hold it with your right hand. You can also attach the support strap to the left side of Labeling System and hold with your left hand.
  • Page 29 4. Thread the support strap through the hole at the side of the Labeling System, as shown. 5. Thread the support strap ends into each buckle (1) that you attached in step 3. 6. Attach the strap clips (2) near the support strap ends as shown, and then press the sides of the clips firmly to close.

  • Page 30: Install The Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery

    Home > Set Up Your Labeling System > Install the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery Install the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery IMPORTANT To safeguard your files and back up the Labeling System’s memory when the Labeling System is disconnected from an external power source, we recommend keeping the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery installed in the Labeling System.
  • Page 31 5. Make sure the Rear Cover Hooks (1) are correctly inserted, and then close the Rear Cover. Related Information • Set Up Your Labeling System • Remove the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery...

  • Page 32: Remove The Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery

    Home > Set Up Your Labeling System > Install the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery > Remove the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery Remove the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery 1. Make sure the Labeling System is turned off. If the Labeling System is turned on, press and hold turn off it.
  • Page 33 5. Make sure the Rear Cover Hooks (1) are correctly inserted, and then close the Rear Cover. Related Information • Install the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery...

  • Page 34: Connect The Labeling System To An External Power Source

    The AC Adapter for USB Type-C is an optional accessory. • We recommend using the Brother AC Adapter for USB Type-C to ensure high performance. This AC Adapter is configured to the exact voltage and current requirements of this Brother machine.
  • Page 35 2. Connect the USB cable to a USB charger (not included) and plug the charger into a power source. a. USB Charger (not included) 5 V DC, 0.5 A or higher To print labels, a Rechargeable Li-ion Battery must be installed and the printer must be connected to an external power source.

  • Page 36: Charge The Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery

    Home > Set Up Your Labeling System > Charge the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery Charge the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery >> Tips on Using the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery >> Charge the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery >> Stop Charging the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery Tips on Using the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery Fully charge the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery before use.
  • Page 37 Stop Charging the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery To stop charging the Rechargeable Li-ion Battery, disconnect the Labeling System from the power source. Related Information • Set Up Your Labeling System...

  • Page 38: Insert The Tape Cassette

    Home > Set Up Your Labeling System > Insert the Tape Cassette Insert the Tape Cassette 1. Rest the printer face down on a flat surface. Press the Cover Latch (1) and remove the Rear Cover (2). 2. Insert the Tape Cassette, as shown. IMPORTANT When inserting the Tape Cassette, make sure the tape does not catch on the Print Head.
  • Page 39 If you cannot close the Rear Cover, make sure the Release Lever (1) is in the raised position, as shown. If not, lift the Release Lever, and then try again. Related Information • Set Up Your Labeling System...

  • Page 40: Turn The Labeling System On/Off

    Home > Set Up Your Labeling System > Turn the Labeling System On/Off Turn the Labeling System On/Off 1. To turn on the Labeling System, press and hold 2. To turn off the Labeling System, press and hold To save power and turn off the Labeling System automatically after a specific amount of time, use the Auto Power-Off function.

  • Page 41: Set Language

    Home > Set Up Your Labeling System > Set Language Set Language 1. Press Menu. 2. Press a or b to display [Language], and then press OK. 3. Press a or b to select your language, and then press OK. Related Information •...

  • Page 42: Set Measurement Units

    Home > Set Up Your Labeling System > Set Measurement Units Set Measurement Units 1. Press Menu. 2. Press a or b to display [Unit], and then press OK. 3. Press a or b to display [inch] or [mm], and then press OK. Related Information •...

  • Page 43: Set Auto Power-Off Time

    Home > Set Up Your Labeling System > Set Auto Power-Off Time Set Auto Power-Off Time Your Labeling System has a powersaving function that automatically turns it off if no key is pressed within a certain time, under certain operating conditions. Regardless of whether you use the AC Adapter or the batteries, you can change the automatic powering-off time.

  • Page 44: Enable Or Disable Bluetooth

    Set Up Your Labeling System > Enable or Disable Bluetooth Enable or Disable Bluetooth Related Models: PT-E310BT/PT-E560BT 1. Press Menu. 2. Press a or b to display [Bluetooth], and then press OK. 3. Press a or b to display [Bluetooth (On/Off)], and then press OK.

  • Page 45: Feed Tape

    Home > Set Up Your Labeling System > Feed Tape Feed Tape >> PT-E310BT >> PT-E510/PT-E560BT PT-E310BT 1. To feed the tape, press and then press 2. To cut the tape, press down the Tape Cutter Lever as shown by the arrow.

  • Page 46: Adjust Lcd Contrast

    Home > Set Up Your Labeling System > Adjust LCD Contrast Adjust LCD Contrast The LCD Contrast default setting is [0]. 1. Press Menu. 2. Press a or b to display [LCD Contrast], and then press OK. 3. Press a or b to select your preference, [-2 - +2], and then press OK. Related Information •...

  • Page 47: Turn The Backlight On/Off

    Home > Set Up Your Labeling System > Turn the Backlight On/Off Turn the Backlight On/Off Save power by turning off the backlight. 1. Press Menu. 2. Press a or b to display [Backlight], and then press OK. 3. Press a, b, d, or c to select the options you want, and then press OK. Option Description USB Charger...

  • Page 48: Install Software

    Home > Install Software Install Software • Install the Printer Driver and Software on a Computer (Windows) • Connect the Labeling System to a Computer...

  • Page 49: Install The Printer Driver And Software On A Computer (Windows)

    > Install the Printer Driver and Software on a Computer (Windows) Install the Printer Driver and Software on a Computer (Windows) To print from your Windows computer, install the printer driver and the Brother P-touch Editor software on your computer.

  • Page 50: Available Applications

    This application must be installed using P-touch Editor 5.4, which may be an earlier version of P-touch Editor than you are currently using. To download the P-touch Editor 5.4, search for the applicable FAQs & Troubleshooting tip at support.brother.com. P-touch Update Updates software and firmware to the latest version, and allows you to transfer templates to the Labeling System.

  • Page 51: Connect The Labeling System To A Computer

    Home > Install Software > Connect the Labeling System to a Computer Connect the Labeling System to a Computer • Connect the Labeling System to a Computer Using a USB Type-C Cable...

  • Page 52: Connect The Labeling System To A Computer Using A Usb Type-C Cable

    Home > Install Software > Connect the Labeling System to a Computer > Connect the Labeling System to a Computer Using a USB Type-C Cable Connect the Labeling System to a Computer Using a USB Type-C Cable 1. Make sure the Labeling System is turned off before connecting the USB Type-C cable. 2.

  • Page 53: Edit Labels

    Home > Edit Labels Edit Labels • Add Text to Your Label • Add a New Line of Text to Your Label • Add a New Block of Text to Your Label • Move the Cursor • Delete Text • Enter Symbols •...

  • Page 54: Add Text To Your Label

    Home > Edit Labels > Add Text to Your Label Add Text to Your Label Type the text or symbols you want (alphanumeric characters, including spaces and punctuation marks). NOTE To print a slashed zero, follow these steps: 1. Press Menu. 2.

  • Page 55: Add A New Line Of Text To Your Label

    Home > Edit Labels > Add a New Line of Text to Your Label Add a New Line of Text to Your Label You can add several lines to your labels, depending on the tape you are using. For more information, see Related Topics.

  • Page 56: Add A New Block Of Text To Your Label

    Home > Edit Labels > Add a New Block of Text to Your Label Add a New Block of Text to Your Label To print labels with multiple, but separate, sections of text, you can insert up to 99 different text blocks within the same label.

  • Page 57: Move The Cursor

    Home > Edit Labels > Move the Cursor Move the Cursor To move the cursor around within your label, do any of the following: Press a, b, d, or c to move the cursor one space or line. To position the cursor to the start or end of the current line or block, press and then press d or c.

  • Page 58: Delete Text

    Home > Edit Labels > Delete Text Delete Text >> To delete one character at a time: >> To delete all characters but not format settings: >> To delete all characters and all format settings: To delete one character at a time: Press To delete all characters but not format settings: 1.

  • Page 59: Enter Symbols

    Home > Edit Labels > Enter Symbols Enter Symbols • Enter Symbols Using the Symbol Function • Set Symbol History • Symbol Options...

  • Page 60: Enter Symbols Using The Symbol Function

    > Enter Symbols > Enter Symbols Using the Symbol Function Enter Symbols Using the Symbol Function For a list of all symbols, see Related Topics:Symbol Options. >> PT-E310BT >> PT-E510/PT-E560BT PT-E310BT 1. Press and then press 2. Press a or b to select a category, and then press OK.

  • Page 61: Set Symbol History

    Home > Edit Labels > Enter Symbols > Set Symbol History Set Symbol History The Symbol History can store recently used symbols. By default, the Symbol History feature is set to [On]. 1. Press Menu. 2. Press a or b to display [Symbol History], and then press OK. 3.

  • Page 62: Symbol Options

    Home > Edit Labels > Enter Symbols > Symbol Options Symbol Options Category Symbols History Up to 30 recently used symbols are stored in History. Punctuation Brackets Arrows Mathematics Greek Super/ Subscript Currency Electronics...
  • Page 63 Category Symbols Electrical 1 Electrical 2 Safety Prohibited...
  • Page 64 Category Symbols Sign Pictograph Related Information • Enter Symbols...

  • Page 65: Enter Accented Characters

    Home > Edit Labels > Enter Accented Characters Enter Accented Characters 1. Type the character you want. 2. Press 3. Press d or c to select an accented character, and then press OK. Related Information • Edit Labels • Accented Character Options...

  • Page 66: Accented Character Options

    Home > Edit Labels > Enter Accented Characters > Accented Character Options Accented Character Options The accented characters displayed on the LCD depend on your language. Character Accented Characters...
  • Page 67 Character Accented Characters Related Information • Enter Accented Characters...

  • Page 68: Set Character Attributes

    Home > Edit Labels > Set Character Attributes Set Character Attributes • Apply Character Attributes • Apply Character Attributes to a Line of Text • Attribute Setting Options • Set Auto Fit Style...

  • Page 69: Apply Character Attributes

    Home > Edit Labels > Set Character Attributes > Apply Character Attributes Apply Character Attributes When formatting your text, you can preview your character attribute selections on the LCD. 1. Type the text you want. 2. Press 3. Press a or b to select an attribute. 4.

  • Page 70: Apply Character Attributes To A Line Of Text

    Home > Edit Labels > Set Character Attributes > Apply Character Attributes to a Line of Text Apply Character Attributes to a Line of Text If you add multiple lines in your label, you can format each line of text to look different. 1.

  • Page 71: Attribute Setting Options

    Home > Edit Labels > Set Character Attributes > Attribute Setting Options Attribute Setting Options Font PT-E310BT Value LCD Message Result Letter Gothic Helsinki Brussels Los Angeles Atlanta Adams Sofia PT-E510/PT-E560BT Value LCD Message Result Letter Gothic Helsinki Brussels Los Angeles...

  • Page 72: Font Style

    Font Size Available Sizes: Auto, 6 pt, 9 pt, 12 pt, 18 pt, 24 pt, 36 pt, 42 pt, (PT-E510/PT-E560BT) 48 pt When Auto is selected, the text is automatically adjusted to print in the largest size available in the font settings for each tape width.
  • Page 73 Alignment Value LCD Message Result Center Center Left Left Right Right Justify Just Related Information • Set Character Attributes...

  • Page 74: Set Auto Fit Style

    Home > Edit Labels > Set Character Attributes > Set Auto Fit Style Set Auto Fit Style You can reduce the text size to fit within the length of your label. Make sure [Size] in is set to [Auto] and the label length is specified before using this function.

  • Page 75: Set Frames

    Home > Edit Labels > Set Frames Set Frames 1. Press 2. Press a or b to display [Frame]. 3. Press d or c to select a frame, and then press OK. Related Information • Edit Labels • Frame Options...

  • Page 76: Frame Options

    Home > Edit Labels > Set Frames > Frame Options Frame Options Value LCD Message Result Rectangle Bold Rectangle Rounded Rectangle Bold Rounded Rectangle Rounded Rectangle 2 Bold Rounded Rectangle 2 Table Related Information • Set Frames...

  • Page 77: Create Labels Using Labeling Application Type

    Home > Edit Labels > Create Labels Using Labeling Application Type Create Labels Using Labeling Application Type • General Mode • Faceplate Mode • Cable Wrap Mode • Cable Flag Mode • Patch Panel Mode • Punch Block Mode • Create Labels Using Special Tapes for Wrapping Around Cables •...

  • Page 78: General Mode

    Option Description Select the printed label length. Label Length Auto, 1.0" (25 mm) to 39.0" (999 mm) (PT-E310BT) Select the printed label length. Label Length Auto, 0.4" (10 mm) to 39.0" (999 mm) (PT-E510/PT-E560BT) Select the orientation (horizontal or vertical) of your text.

  • Page 79: Faceplate Mode

    Option Description Select the printed label length. Label Length 1.0" (25 mm) to 39.0" (999 mm) (PT-E310BT) Select the printed label length. Label Length 0.4" (10 mm) to 39.0" (999 mm) (PT-E510/PT-E560BT) Select the number of blocks (up to 5 blocks).

  • Page 80: Cable Wrap Mode

    Custom Rot.90 • (PT-E310BT) We recommend using Flexible ID Tape for Cable Wrap labels. (PT-E510/PT-E560BT) We recommend using Flexible ID Tape or Self-Laminating Tape for Cable Wrap labels. •...

  • Page 81: Cable Flag Mode

    Two different texts are printed on each block. Select the flag length of your printout. Flag Length 0.6" (15 mm) to 8.0" (200 mm) (PT-E310BT) Select the flag length of your printout. Flag Length 0.4" (10 mm) to 8.0" (200 mm) (PT-E510/PT-E560BT) Select the cable diameter.

  • Page 82: Patch Panel Mode

    Home > Edit Labels > Create Labels Using Labeling Application Type > Patch Panel Mode Patch Panel Mode Create labels to identify various type of panels using Patch Panel mode. IP01(1) IP02(1) IP03(1) IP03(1) IP02(1) IP01(1) 1. Press 2. Press a, b, d, or c to select the options you want, and then press OK. Option Description Block Length Select the block length.

  • Page 83: Punch Block Mode

    Create labels to identify a type of electrical connection often used in telephony using Punch Block (Punch-Down Block) mode. • (PT-E310BT) Up to two lines can be entered in each block. • (PT-E510/PT-E560BT) Up to three lines can be entered in each block.

  • Page 84: Create Labels Using Special Tapes For Wrapping Around Cables

    Home > Edit Labels > Create Labels Using Labeling Application Type > Create Labels Using Special Tapes for Wrapping Around Cables Create Labels Using Special Tapes for Wrapping Around Cables • Heat Shrink Tube • Self-Laminating Tape...

  • Page 85: Heat Shrink Tube

    Home > Edit Labels > Create Labels Using Labeling Application Type > Create Labels Using Special Tapes for Wrapping Around Cables > Heat Shrink Tube Heat Shrink Tube When you insert a Heat Shrink Tube cassette into the printer and then press any of the labeling application type keys, the Heat Shrink Tube setting screen appears on the LCD.
  • Page 86 Related Models: PT-E510/PT-E560BT When you insert a Self-Laminating Tape cassette into the printer and then press any of the labeling application type keys, the Self-Laminating Tape setting screen appears on the LCD. brother brother 1. Printed area 2. Laminating area 1.

  • Page 87: Create A Cross-Id Label

    Home > Edit Labels > Create Labels Using Labeling Application Type > Create a Cross-ID Label Create a Cross-ID Label Use the [Cross-ID] feature to print labels in which the text order is reversed. • 1 line Cross-ID label When you insert a trigger character ("/" or "\") in the text, the label is printed in reverse order, as shown in the example.
  • Page 88 Related Topics: • Create Serialized Labels...

  • Page 89: Create Barcode Labels

    Home > Edit Labels > Create Barcode Labels Create Barcode Labels • Create and Print Barcodes • Edit or Delete a Barcode and Barcode Data...

  • Page 90: Create And Print Barcodes

    • Symbols are available for the CODE39, CODE128, CODABAR, or GS1-128 protocols. • The "C.Digit" (Check Digit) attribute is available for the CODE39, I-2/5, and CODABAR protocols. >> PT-E310BT >> PT-E510/PT-E560BT PT-E310BT 1. Press and then press 2.
  • Page 91 • Barcode Options...

  • Page 92: Barcode Options

    Home > Edit Labels > Create Barcode Labels > Create and Print Barcodes > Barcode Options Barcode Options Protocol Attribute Value CODE39, CODE128, EAN-8, Width Small, Large EAN-13, GS1-128 (UCC/EAN-128), Under# On, Off UPC-A, UPC-E, I-2/5 (ITF), (Characters printed below the CODABAR barcode) C.Digit...
  • Page 93 Special Character CODE128, GS1-128 (UCC / EAN-128), QR Code, Data Matrix Special Character (SPACE) FNC3 FNC2 FNC4 FNC1 Not available for QR Code or Data Matrix. Related Information • Create and Print Barcodes...

  • Page 94: Edit Or Delete A Barcode And Barcode Data

    1. Position the cursor to the right of the barcode on the data entry screen. 2. Press Edit Barcode Data >> PT-E310BT >> PT-E510/PT-E560BT PT-E310BT 1. To edit barcode attributes and barcode data, position the cursor to the left of the barcode on the data entry screen.

  • Page 95: Create Serialized Labels

    Home > Edit Labels > Create Serialized Labels Create Serialized Labels • Serialization Options • Create Labels with a Single Serialized Range • Create Labels with Two Serialized Ranges • Create Advanced Serialized Labels...

  • Page 96: Serialization Options

    Home > Edit Labels > Create Serialized Labels > Serialization Options Serialization Options Option Description Count Select the number of labels you want to create. Incremented by Select the increment value for a number or letter. Type Select the serialization type. For details, see the examples below.

  • Page 97: Create Labels With A Single Serialized Range

    • Entering Text Pattern: A10 • Serialized Range: (1) • Printed Label Result: >> PT-E310BT >> PT-E510/PT-E560BT PT-E310BT 1. Type "A10" using the keyboard. 2. Press and then press 3. Position the cursor to the left of the first character in the range you want to serialize, and then press OK.
  • Page 98 PT-E510/PT-E560BT 1. Type "A10" using the keyboard. 2. Press 3. Position the cursor to the left of the first character in the range you want to serialize, and then press OK. 4. Press d or c to select the last character in the range you want to serialize, and then press OK. 5.

  • Page 99: Create Labels With Two Serialized Ranges

    • Serialized Range: (1) and (2) • Printed Label Result: A-W10 B-W11 C-W12 D-W13 >> PT-E310BT >> PT-E510/PT-E560BT PT-E310BT 1. Type "A-W10" using the keyboard. 2. Press and then press 3. Press a or b to select [Simultaneous], and then press OK.
  • Page 100 PT-E510/PT-E560BT 1. Type "A-W10" using the keyboard. 2. Press 3. Press a or b to select [Simultaneous], and then press OK. 4. Specify the first range (1) you want to serialize. a. Position the cursor to the left of the first character of the range, and then press OK. b.

  • Page 101: Create Advanced Serialized Labels

    (1) (2) (1) (2) (1) (2) W10-B W11-B W12-B W13-B >> PT-E310BT >> PT-E510/PT-E560BT PT-E310BT 1. Type "W10-A" using the keyboard. 2. Press and then press 3. Press a or b to select [Advanced], and then press OK. 4. Specify the first range (1) you want to serialize, and then select the count and increment for the first range.
  • Page 102 c. Press a, b, d, or c to set the following parameters (for this example): • Set "2" in the [Count] menu. • Set "1" in the [Incremented by] menu. • Select [Norm] from the [Type] menu. When you set them all, press OK. 6.
  • Page 103 c. Press a, b, d, or c to set the following parameters (for this example): • Set "2" in the [Count] menu. • Set "1" in the [Incremented by] menu. • Select [Normal] from the [Type] menu. When you set them all, press OK. 6.

  • Page 104: Print Labels

    Home > Print Labels Print Labels • Preview Labels • Print Labels • Select a Cut Option (PT-E310BT) • Select a Cut Option (PT-E510/PT-E560BT) • Print Transferred Templates • Print Transferred Database Data...

  • Page 105: Preview Labels

    Home > Print Labels > Preview Labels Preview Labels You can preview labels before printing to make sure they are correct. 1. Press 2. Do one of the following: • Press d, c, a, or b to scroll the preview left, right, up, or down. •...

  • Page 106: Print Labels

    > Print Labels Print Labels (PT-E310BT) To cut the label, press the Tape Cutter Lever on the top left corner of the Labeling System. • (PT-E310BT) To prevent damage to the tape, do not press the Cutter Lever while the message [Printing...

  • Page 107: Print Options

    Home > Print Labels > Print Labels > Print Options Print Options To change print options, press , and then press Option Description Copies Select the number of copies (1-99) you want. Page When you print serialized labels, print all labels. Current When you print serialized labels, print only the label where the cursor is positioned.

  • Page 108: Select A Cut Option (Pt-E310Bt)

    Home > Print Labels > Select a Cut Option (PT-E310BT) Select a Cut Option (PT-E310BT) Related Models: PT-E310BT 1. Press 2. Press a or b to display [Cut Option], and then press d or c to select the option you want.
  • Page 109 Setting Description Example No Cut • Select this setting when printing multiple copies of a label or when using Heat Shrink Tube or any other tapes that cannot be cut using the Tape Cutter and instead must be cut with scissors. •...

  • Page 110: Select A Cut Option (Pt-E510/Pt-E560Bt)

    Home > Print Labels > Select a Cut Option (PT-E510/PT-E560BT) Select a Cut Option (PT-E510/PT-E560BT) Related Models: PT-E510/PT-E560BT 1. Press Menu. 2. Press a or b to select [Cut Option], and then press OK. 3. Press a or b to select the option you want. Example Full Cut Half Cut...
  • Page 111 Related Information • Print Labels...

  • Page 112: Print Transferred Templates

    Home > Print Labels > Print Transferred Templates Print Transferred Templates You can transfer templates created in P-touch Editor to your Labeling System, customize your text, and then print the updated labels. 1. Press 2. Press a or b to display [Transferred Templates], and then press OK. 3.

  • Page 113: Edit And Print Transferred Templates

    Home > Print Labels > Print Transferred Templates > Edit and Print Transferred Templates Edit and Print Transferred Templates 1. Press 2. Press a or b to display [Transferred Templates], and then press OK. 3. Press a or b to select the template you want to edit, and then press OK. 4.

  • Page 114: Print Transferred Templates From A Database

    Home > Print Labels > Print Transferred Templates > Print Transferred Templates from a Database Print Transferred Templates from a Database You can transfer templates linked from a database created in P-touch Editor to your Labeling System, customize your text, and then print the updated labels. 1.
  • Page 115 If the content does not exist, the cursor remains in its current position. • (PT-E310BT) If the character you are searching for is contained in multiple fields in the database, press , and then press to move to the next field containing the character.

  • Page 116: Delete A Transferred Template

    Home > Print Labels > Print Transferred Templates > Delete a Transferred Template Delete a Transferred Template When you delete a transferred template, it is deleted only from your Labeling System. It is not deleted from P- touch Editor or from your database. 1.

  • Page 117: Print Transferred Database Data

    For each block separately Patch Panel For each block separately Punch Block For each block AA AB AC AD AE AF separately >> PT-E310BT >> PT-E510/PT-E560BT PT-E310BT 1. Press the button for the labeling application type you want to print.
  • Page 118 2. Press , and then press 3. Press a or b to select the database you want to print, and then press OK. The selected database appears on the LCD. 4. Press d, c, a, or b to select the first record in the range you want to print, and then press OK. 5.

  • Page 119: Edit A Transferred Database

    Print Labels > Print Transferred Database Data > Edit a Transferred Database Edit a Transferred Database >> PT-E310BT >> PT-E510/PT-E560BT PT-E310BT 1. Press , and then press 2. Press a or b to select the database you want to edit, and then press OK.
  • Page 120 > Edit a Transferred Database > Find Specific Information within a Database Find Specific Information within a Database >> PT-E310BT >> PT-E510/PT-E560BT PT-E310BT 1. Press , and then press 2. Press a or b to select the database you want to print, and then press OK.
  • Page 121 Related Information • Edit a Transferred Database...

  • Page 122: Delete A Transferred Database

    Print Labels > Print Transferred Database Data > Delete a Transferred Database Delete a Transferred Database >> PT-E310BT >> PT-E510/PT-E560BT PT-E310BT 1. Press , and then press 2. Press a or b to select the database you want to delete, and then press The [Delete?] message appears.

  • Page 123: Use The File Memory

    Home > Use the File Memory Use the File Memory • Save a Label File • Print, Open, or Delete a Saved Label File...

  • Page 124: Save A Label File

    Home > Use the File Memory > Save a Label File Save a Label File You can save up to 99 label files and recall them for printing at a later date. You can edit and overwrite saved labels. 1. Enter the text and format your label. 2.

  • Page 125: Print, Open, Or Delete A Saved Label File

    Home > Use the File Memory > Print, Open, or Delete a Saved Label File Print, Open, or Delete a Saved Label File 1. Press 2. Select [Local Files], if it appears. 3. Do one of the following: Option Description Print a.

  • Page 126: Create And Print Labels Using Your Computer

    Home > Create and Print Labels Using Your Computer Create and Print Labels Using Your Computer • Create and Print Labels Using P-touch Editor (Windows) • Create and Print Labels Using P-touch Editor (Mac) • Print Labels Using the Printer Driver (Windows)

  • Page 127: Create And Print Labels Using P-Touch Editor (Windows)

    For the latest drivers and software, go to your model's Downloads page at support.brother.com/downloads. 1. Start P-touch Editor Click Start > Brother P-touch > P-touch Editor, or double-click the P-touch Editor icon on the desktop. *Depending on your computer's operating system, the Brother P-touch folder may or may not be created.

  • Page 128: Main Window Of P-Touch Editor (Windows)

    Home > Create and Print Labels Using Your Computer > Create and Print Labels Using P-touch Editor (Windows) > Main Window of P-touch Editor (Windows) Main Window of P-touch Editor (Windows) 1. Menu Bar 2. Toolbar 3. Layout Window 4. Object Inspector 5.

  • Page 129: Create And Print Labels Using P-Touch Editor (Mac)

    To use your Labeling System with your Mac computer, install P-touch Editor. 1. Double-click Macintosh HD > Applications, and then double-click the Brother P-touch Editor icon. 2. When P-touch Editor starts, click New to select a template, create a new layout, or open an existing layout.

  • Page 130: Main Window Of P-Touch Editor (Mac)

    Home > Create and Print Labels Using Your Computer > Create and Print Labels Using P-touch Editor (Mac) > Main Window of P-touch Editor (Mac) Main Window of P-touch Editor (Mac) 1. Toolbar 2. Object Inspector 3. Database Connection Area 4.

  • Page 131: Print Labels Using The Printer Driver (Windows)

    Print Labels Using the Printer Driver (Windows) Make sure you have installed the printer driver. For the latest drivers and software, go to your model's Downloads page at support.brother.com/downloads. 1. Connect the Labeling System to a computer. 2. Open the document you want to print.

  • Page 132: Transfer Templates To The Printer Using Your Computer (Windows)

    Home > Transfer Templates to the Printer Using Your Computer (Windows) Transfer Templates to the Printer Using Your Computer (Windows) • Notes on Using Transfer Functions (Windows) • Transfer a Template or Other Data from the Computer to the Printer (Windows) •...

  • Page 133: Notes On Using Transfer Functions (Windows)

    Home > Transfer Templates to the Printer Using Your Computer (Windows) > Notes on Using Transfer Functions (Windows) Notes on Using Transfer Functions (Windows) Some P-touch Editor functions are not available with the printer, so keep the following points in mind when using P-touch Editor to create templates.

  • Page 134: Transfer A Template Or Other Data From The Computer To The Printer (Windows)

    1. Connect the printer to the computer using a USB cable, and then turn on the printer. 2. Start P-touch Editor Click Start > Brother P-touch > P-touch Editor, or double-click the P-touch Editor icon on the desktop. *Depending on your computer's operating system, the Brother P-touch folder may or may not be created.
  • Page 135 8. Make sure the template or other data you want to transfer is selected in the file list, and then click Transfer. 9. Click OK. The selected items are transferred to the printer. You can transfer multiple templates or other data at the same time. For more information, see Related Information.

  • Page 136: Transfer Multiple Items From The Computer To The Printer (Windows)

    1. Connect the printer to the computer using a USB cable, and then turn on the printer. 2. Start P-touch Editor Click Start > Brother P-touch > P-touch Editor, or double-click the P-touch Editor icon on the desktop. *Depending on your computer's operating system, the Brother P-touch folder may or may not be created.

  • Page 137: Back Up Templates Or Other Data Saved In The Printer To Your Computer (Windows)

    1. Start P-touch Editor 5.4. Click Start > Brother P-touch > P-touch Editor, or double-click the P-touch Editor icon on the desktop. *Depending on your computer's operating system, the Brother P-touch folder may or may not be created.

  • Page 138: Delete Printer Data From Your Computer (Windows)

    1. Start P-touch Editor 5.4. Click Start > Brother P-touch > P-touch Editor, or double-click the P-touch Editor icon on the desktop. *Depending on your computer's operating system, the Brother P-touch folder may or may not be created. 2. Open the P-touch Transfer Manager window.

  • Page 139: Create Transfer Files Or Transfer Package Files (Windows)

    Mobile Transfer Express 1. Start P-touch Editor 5.4. Click Start > Brother P-touch > P-touch Editor, or double-click the P-touch Editor icon on the desktop. *Depending on your computer's operating system, the Brother P-touch folder may or may not be created.
  • Page 140 7. When using your computer to transfer the transfer package file (PDZ) to your Labeling System, use P-touch Update Software. a. Click Start > Brother P-touch > P-touch Update Software, or double-click the P-touch Update Software icon on the desktop.

  • Page 141: Print Labels Using Mobile Devices

    Home > Print Labels Using Mobile Devices Print Labels Using Mobile Devices Related Models: PT-E310BT/PT-E560BT • Install Mobile Apps • Create Labels and Print Them Using a Mobile Device • Transfer Templates Created on a Computer to the Printer Using a Mobile Device...

  • Page 142: Install Mobile Apps

    Install Mobile Apps Related Models: PT-E310BT/PT-E560BT ™ Use Brother applications to print directly from your iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, and Android mobile devices, and to transfer data including templates, symbols, and databases created using a computer, to your printer via Bluetooth.

  • Page 143: Create Labels And Print Them Using A Mobile Device

    Print Labels Using Mobile Devices > Create Labels and Print Them Using a Mobile Device Create Labels and Print Them Using a Mobile Device Related Models: PT-E310BT/PT-E560BT 1. Start the label printing app on your mobile device. 2. Select a label template or design.

  • Page 144: Transfer Templates Created On A Computer To The Printer Using A Mobile Device

    Transfer Templates Created on a Computer to the Printer Using a Mobile Device Related Models: PT-E310BT/PT-E560BT Use P-touch Transfer Manager to save template data created using P-touch Editor 5.4 in either BLF or PDZ format. Use Mobile Transfer Express to send the saved file from your mobile device to the printer and print it.

  • Page 145: Update

    Home > Update Update • Update P-touch Editor • Update the Firmware...

  • Page 146: Update P-Touch Editor

    Windows 1. Start P-touch Editor Click Start > Brother P-touch > P-touch Editor, or double-click the P-touch Editor icon on the desktop. *Depending on your computer's operating system, the Brother P-touch folder may or may not be created. 2. Click the New Label tab, and then click the New Label button to open the main window.

  • Page 147: Update The Firmware

    2. Make sure your computer is connected to the Internet. 3. Start the P-touch Update Software. Click Start > Brother P-touch > P-touch Update Software, or double-click the P-touch Update Software icon on the desktop. 4. Click the Firmware update icon.

  • Page 148: Routine Maintenance

    Home > Routine Maintenance Routine Maintenance • Maintenance...

  • Page 149: Maintenance

    Home > Routine Maintenance > Maintenance Maintenance Always remove the battery and disconnect the AC Adapter before cleaning the Labeling System. >> Clean the Unit >> Clean the Print Head >> Clean the Tape Cutter Clean the Unit 1. Wipe any dust and marks from the Labeling System using a soft, dry cloth. 2.
  • Page 150 About once a year, wipe the cutter blade using a cotton swab moistened with Isopropyl alcohol (rubbing alcohol). Do not touch the cutter blade directly with your bare hands. Use isopropyl alcohol according to the manufacturer's guidelines. Related Information • Routine Maintenance...

  • Page 151: Troubleshooting

    Home > Troubleshooting Troubleshooting • If You Are Having Difficulty with Your Labeling System • Error and Maintenance Messages • Adjust the Label Length • Check the Version Information • Reset the Labeling System...

  • Page 152: If You Are Having Difficulty With Your Labeling System

    (Supported models only) Check that the Labeling System is connected to the computer or your mobile device via Bluetooth. • (Supported models only) Check that your Labeling System is selected in the Brother mobile app. • (Supported models only) Check that the Labeling System is not paired with another device via Bluetooth.
  • Page 153 Disconnect the AC Adapter and remove the battery for at least 10 minutes. Related Information • Troubleshooting Related Topics: • Reset the Labeling System • Set Language • Check the Version Information • Select a Cut Option (PT-E310BT) • Select a Cut Option (PT-E510/PT-E560BT) • Maintenance...

  • Page 154: Error And Maintenance Messages

    System error XX Contact Brother Customer Service. Text too long The printed label length using the text entered is longer than the length setting. Edit the text to fit within the set length or change the length setting.

  • Page 155: Adjust The Label Length

    Home > Troubleshooting > Adjust the Label Length Adjust the Label Length When the Tape Cassette is almost empty, the printed label length may be less accurate. In this case, adjust the label length manually. Approximately 1% of the total label length is adjusted by one level. 1.

  • Page 156: Check The Version Information

    Check the Version Information You can confirm the firmware version number and other information on your printer's LCD. You may need this information if you contact Brother with a query or regarding the warranty. 1. Press Menu. 2. Press a or b to display [Version Information], and then press OK.

  • Page 157: Reset The Labeling System

    Home > Troubleshooting > Reset the Labeling System Reset the Labeling System • Reset Using the LCD...

  • Page 158: Reset Using The Lcd

    Home > Troubleshooting > Reset the Labeling System > Reset Using the LCD Reset Using the LCD 1. Press Menu. 2. Press a or b to display [Reset], and then press OK. 3. Press a or b to display the reset option you want, and then press OK. A message appears asking you to confirm your reset option.

  • Page 159: Appendix

    Home > Appendix Appendix • Specifications • Brother Help and Customer Support...

  • Page 160: Specifications

    >> Size >> Interface >> Environment >> Power Supply >> Media >> Memory >> Compatible Operating Systems Printing • PT-E310BT Print Speed Using AC Adapter Up to 0.78" (20 mm)/sec. • PT-E510/PT-E560BT Up to 1.18" (30 mm)/sec. Using Battery •...

  • Page 161: Power Supply

    Interface USB Ver.2.0 (Full Speed) (Type C) USB class: Printer class Bluetooth Bluetooth Ver.5.0 (PT-E310BT/PT-E560BT) Supported profile: SPP Supported protocol: iAP Environment Operating Between 50°F and 95°F (Between 10°C and 35°C) Temperature Operating Between 20% and 80% Humidity Maximum wet bulb temperature: 80.6°F (27°C)

  • Page 162: Compatible Operating Systems

    0.13" (3.5 mm) tape: 1 line Memory File Memory Text Buffer Maximum 1800 characters File Storage Maximum 99 files Transferred Data Memory 6 MB Compatible Operating Systems For the latest list of compatible software, visit support.brother.com/os. Related Information • Appendix...

  • Page 163: Brother Help And Customer Support

    Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express credit card, or PayPal account, you can order directly from Brother. Visit us online for a complete selection of the Brother accessories and supplies that are available for purchase.
  • Page 164 Related Information • Appendix...
  • Page 165 USA/CAN Version 0...

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