Brother PT-1280 Electronic Labeling System User's Guide

This document describes the features and characteristics of the Brother PT-1280 Electronic Labeling System. With this system, users can create labels for any application, with a variety of frames, character sizes, and styles to choose from, allowing for the design of beautiful custom labels.


Brother PT-1280 Electronic Labeling System User's Guide - cover page
Brand
Brother
Category
Printer
Document type
User Manual
Language
English
Pages
2
File format
PDF
File size
3.2 MB
Published
02 July, 2012
Updated
28 September, 2023
Model
PT-1280
MD5 checksum
08E5F605F3A19FB371EB5178929B6180

About this manual

This manual provides instructions for the Brother PT-1280 electronic labeling system. It details how to set up the device using batteries or an optional AC adapter, and explains how to create custom labels using various tape widths, colors, and styles. The guide includes step-by-step procedures for entering text, formatting labels, and feeding tape.

What's inside

  • Introduction
  • General Precautions
  • Unpacking
  • Power Supply & Tape Cassettes
  • Initial Setting
  • Creating Labels
  • Troubleshooting
  • Specifications
  • Switching Upper Case/Lower Case
  • Feeding and Printing

Specifications

Dimensions6.4" (W) × 6.0" (D) × 2.4" (H)
Weight1.03 lbs. (470 g)
Power supplySix AAA-size alkaline batteries (LR03) or optional AC adapter (model AD-30/AD-24)
Tape cassetteBrother TZ tape (width) : 9/64" (3.5 mm), 1/4" (6 mm), 3/8" (9 mm), 1/2" (12 mm)

Frequently asked questions

What batteries does the PT-1280 use?

The machine uses six AAA-size alkaline batteries (LR03) or an optional AC adapter.

How do I initialize the settings?

Turn off the machine and then press and hold the Power key and the ESC key while pressing the OK key to turn it back on.

What should I do if the cutter blade becomes blunt?

Replace the cutter unit with a new one (stock no. TC-5) from an authorized Brother reseller.

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