Contents

Before Using Your P-touch
- Safety precautions
General Precautions
Contents
Getting Started
- Unpacking Your P-touch
- General Description
  - Top view & bottom view
  - Keyboard & LCD screen
  - Back light
- Power Supply
  - AC Adapter
  - Batteries
- Tape Cassettes
  - Installing a tape cassette
- Turning the P-touch On/Off
- Changing the Language
Label Type Modes
- Selecting a Label Type Mode
- Normal and Vertical Modes
- Rotate and Rotate & Repeat Modes
- Flag Mode
- Port and Panel1 Modes
- Panel2 Mode
Basic Functions
- Performing Basic Operations
  - Choosing functions, parameters, settings and groups
  - Choosing the default setting
  - Confirming a choice
  - Cancelling a choice
- Inputting Label Data
  - Entering and editing text
  - Entering an accented character
  - Entering a bar code
  - Entering a symbol
- Formatting the Label
  - Specifying a label length
  - Specifying a margin size
  - Framing the text
  - Specifying the character size
  - Specifying the character width
  - Specifying the character style
  - Using the pre-formatted Auto Format templates
- Printing Labels
  - Previewing the label layout
  - Feeding tape
  - Printing a label
  - Using special printing functions
- Storing and Recalling Files
  - Storing label text
  - Recalling text that has been stored
  - Deleting text that has been stored
Machine Adjustments
- Selecting how tape is fed and cut
- Adjusting the display contrast
- Using the Auto Reduction function
- Calibrating the label length
- Updating the PERSONAL symbol category
- Changing the units of measure
- Displaying version information
- Cleaning
  - Cleaning the print head, rollers and tape cutter
Appendix
- Resetting the P-touch
- Troubleshooting
- Error Message List
- Machine Specifications
  - Main Unit
- Accessories
- Index

Brother P-touch PT-2470 User's Guide

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Brother P-touch PT-2470 Specification

The Brother P-touch PT-2470 is a versatile label maker designed for both professional and personal use, offering a range of features tailored to meet diverse labeling needs. It supports a wide variety of label tapes with widths up to 1 inch, enabling users to create durable labels suitable for indoor and outdoor environments. The device is equipped with a QWERTY keyboard and a large, easy-to-read LCD display that enhances user experience by facilitating straightforward text input and editing. It supports multiple font styles, sizes, and formatting options, including underline and framing features, allowing for customized label designs. The PT-2470 comes with a built-in memory capability, letting users store frequently used labels for quick retrieval. This labeler operates on either an AC adapter or batteries, providing flexibility for both stationary and portable use. Its automatic tape cutter ensures clean and precise label edges, enhancing the professional appearance of the final product. The Brother P-touch PT-2470 is compatible with a variety of tape types, including laminated, fabric iron-on, and extra-strength adhesive tapes, making it suitable for labeling everything from office supplies to outdoor equipment. The device is user-friendly, with intuitive navigation that simplifies the label creation process, making it an ideal choice for users seeking efficiency and reliability in label making.

Brother P-touch PT-2470 F.A.Q.

How do I change the tape cassette in the Brother P-touch PT-2470 Labeler?

To change the tape cassette, open the cassette cover by pressing the indicated button. Remove the empty cassette and insert a new one, ensuring it clicks into place.

What should I do if the Brother P-touch PT-2470 labeler does not turn on?

Check if the batteries are installed correctly and have sufficient charge. Alternatively, ensure the AC adapter is connected properly.

How can I change the font size on the Brother P-touch PT-2470?

To change the font size, press the "Size" button. Navigate using the arrow keys to select the desired font size, and then press "OK" to confirm.

What is the procedure for cleaning the print head of the Brother P-touch PT-2470?

Turn off the labeler and open the cassette cover. Use a soft, lint-free cloth moistened with alcohol to gently clean the print head. Avoid touching it with your fingers.

How do I reset the Brother P-touch PT-2470 to factory settings?

To reset the labeler, turn it off. Hold down the "Shift" and "R" keys while turning it back on. Release the keys once the display shows "Initialized".

What should I do if the tape gets jammed in the Brother P-touch PT-2470?

Turn off the device and open the cassette cover. Carefully remove the jammed tape and check for any obstructions. Reinsert the tape cassette properly.

How can I save a label design for future use on the Brother P-touch PT-2470?

Create your label, then press the "File" button followed by "Save". Use the arrow keys to select a memory location and press "OK" to confirm.

What types of tapes are compatible with the Brother P-touch PT-2470?

The PT-2470 is compatible with Brother TZ and TZe tapes, which come in various colors and widths. Refer to the user manual for specific details.

Can the Brother P-touch PT-2470 print vertical labels?

Yes, to print vertical labels, press the "Style" button, select "Vertical", and confirm your choice by pressing "OK".

How do I replace the batteries in the Brother P-touch PT-2470?

Turn off the labeler and open the battery compartment cover. Remove the old batteries and insert new AA batteries, ensuring the correct polarity. Close the cover securely.