Brother P-Touch Label Maker Instructions: PT-D610BT User Manual

The Brother PT-D610BT Label Maker is a high-quality, professional label printer that produces durable and long-lasting labels. With a variety of tape cartridges available, users can print labels in different widths and colors. This user manual provides comprehensive instructions on how to use the Label Maker safely and effectively. It is important to read the manual thoroughly, including the Product Safety Guide, before using the Label Maker. The guide also includes information on where to find FAQs, troubleshooting guides, and software and manuals downloads. Additionally, the manual is available in Spanish for this model on the Brother support website. The Product Safety Guide contains important safety precautions that users should follow to avoid accidents or injuries while using the Label Maker. The guide also includes information on supplies needed for the Label Maker, such as Brother TZe Tape Cassettes and Head Cleaning Tape Cassettes. Users are advised to keep the manual in a safe place for future reference.

brother PT-D610BT Label Makers Printers

Thank you for purchasing the PT-D610BT (hereafter referred to as “the Label Maker”). Your PT-D610BT produces professional, high-quality, durable labels. In addition, the variety of tape cartridges available allows you to print labels with different widths and exciting colors. Please read this guide, including the Product Safety Guide, before using this Label Maker. After reading this guide, keep it in a safe place. For FAQs, troubleshooting, and to download software and manuals, visit support.brother.com.

• Manuals in Spanish for this model are available at support.brother.com.
• Manuales en Español para este modelo están disponibles en support.brother.com.

Supplies

• Brother TZe Tape Cassette: Available widths: 0.13 in., 0.23 in., 0.35 in., 0.47 in., 0.70 in., 0.94 in.  3.5 mm, 6 mm, 9 mm, 12 mm, 18 mm, 24 mm
• Head Cleaning Tape Cassette: TZeCL5

Product Safety Guide

Safety Precautions Be sure to read this section before using the product. It contains important safety instructions. We recommend that you keep this document nearby for future reference.

• For servicing, adjustments, or repairs, contact Brother Customer Service or your local Brother dealer.
• If the product operates abnormally or any error occurs, or if any cable is damaged, turn off the product, disconnect all cables, and contact Brother Customer Service or your local Brother dealer. parties, the user’s intentional or negligent operation, misuse, or operation under other special conditions. disruptions, or a lost means of communication) that may result from the use of, or inability to use, the product.
• We assume no responsibility for damages that may result from incorrect operation of the product by connecting incompatible equipment or using incompatible software. product, the disappearance or change of data due to failure, repair, or consumables and we do not accept any claim from a third party.
• Brother reserves the right to make changes without notice in the herein. Furthermore, Brother shall not be responsible for any damages (including consequential) caused by reliance on the materials presented, including but not limited to typographical and other errors relating to the publications.
• For more information about software, see the User’s Guide, which can be found on the Brother support website at support.brother.com.
• The latest version of your product documentation is available on the Brother support website at support.brother.com.
• The available models, accessories, and supplies may vary depending on the country or region.
• This product is approved for use in the country or region of purchase only.
• WARNING Failure to observe instructions and warnings could result in death or serious injuries.
• DO NOT operate, charge, or store the Label Maker, AC Adapter, USB Cable, and Alkaline Batteries in the or damage may occur):
  • Near water, such as in a bathroom or near a water heater, or in an extremely humid or cold location.
  • In a location where it is exposed to rain or moisture
  • In an extremely dusty location.
  • In a closed car in direct sunlight.
  • In a location where condensation may form.
  •  At a high altitude.
  • During a thunderstorm.
• DO NOT use the Label Maker with a foreign object in it. If water, a metal object, or any other foreign object enters the Label Maker, disconnect the AC Adapter and remove the batteries (if installed), and then contact your local Brother dealer for repairs.
• If foreign objects are inserted into the Label Maker or its slots, connectors, ports, or Battery Compartment, stop using the Label Maker, turn off the power, and then disconnect each cable or remove the batteries (if installed). Stop using the Label Maker if there are noticeable abnormalities such as smell, heat, noise, deformities, or discoloration.
• DO NOT use a damaged AC Adapter. To avoid damaging the Label Maker, AC Adapter, USB Cable, or Alkaline Batteries, DO NOT:
  • Place heavy objects on them.
  • Dissamble or modify them.
  • Drop or hit them.
  •  Allow them to get wet, for example, by handling them with wet hands or spilling liquids on them.
• DO NOT insert foreign objects into openings such as the Tape Exit Slot, USB Port, or Battery Compartment.
• DO NOT allow babies and children to play with the plastic bag that contained the Label Maker. Dispose of the bag or keep it away from babies and children. There is a risk of suffocation.
• DO NOT use the Label Maker in special environments, such as near medical equipment. Electromagnetic waves may cause the medical equipment to malfunction.
• Users with heart pacemakers must move away from the Label Maker if they sense any abnormalities. Then, immediately seek the advice of a medical professional.
• DO NOT forcibly bend or pull the USB Cable or AC Adapter.
• DO NOT touch the AC Adapter or plug with wet hands, otherwise an electrical shock may occur.
• Use only the specified AC Adapter.
• Use only the AC Adapter and USB Cable included with your Label Maker. Failure to do so may result in an injury to yourself or others, or damage to the Label Maker, or other property. Brother does not assume any responsibility for any accident or damage resulting from not using the specified AC Adapter and USB Cable.
• DO NOT connect the included AC Adapter and USB Cable to other products.
• Use the AC Adapter with standard electrical sockets (AC 100 V – 240 V 50/60 Hz).
• Insert the plug firmly into the electrical outlet.
• DO NOT use the batteries if they are damaged or leaking.
•  Keep batteries away from infants. If batteries are ingested, contact emergency services immediately.
•  DO NOT use sharp objects, such as tweezers or a metallic pen, to remove or replace batteries.
• If liquid (electrolyte) from the batteries gets into the eyes, wash them immediately with clean water. Contact emergency services immediately.
• DO NOT solder connections to the batteries.
• DO NOT use the batteries with the polarity (+) (-) reversed.
•  DO NOT connect the + and – terminals with metal objects such as wire.
• DO NOT incinerate the batteries or dispose of them with household waste.
• Keep fingers and other body parts away from the Cutter Unit.
• DO NOT touch the Cutter Unit’s blade or insert your fingers inside the Tape Exit Slot, otherwise fingers and other body parts may be injured.
• DO NOT touch any metal parts near the Print Head. The Print Head becomes very hot during and immediately after use. DO NOT touch it directly with your hands.

CAUTION Failure to observe instructions and warnings could result in minor or moderate injuries. Label Maker, USB Cable, AC Adapter, Alkaline Batteries

• Use only the specified AA alkaline batteries (LR6).
• DO NOT use combinations of old and new batteries or combinations of different types, charging levels, manufacturers, or models.
• DO NOT drop the Label Maker when removing it from the box or relocating it, otherwise you may get injured.
•  Be careful when closing the Tape Cassette Compartment Cover. There is a risk of injury if your finger gets pinched between the upper and lower parts of the cover.
•  When you are not using the Label Maker, store it out of the reach of children. In addition, do not allow children to put the Label Maker parts or labels in their mouths. If any object has been swallowed, seek medical attention immediately.
• DO NOT leave the Label Maker or any tape within the reach of babies and children.
•  Store the Label Maker on a flat, level, and stable surface.
•  Remove the batteries and disconnect the AC Adapter if you do not intend to use the printer for an extended period of time.
•  DO NOT press on the Liquid Crystal Display (LCD).
•  When disconnecting the AC Adapter from the electrical outlet, always hold the AC Adapter.
• DO NOT overload an electrical circuit with the AC Adapter.
•  DO NOT open the Tape Cassette Compartment Cover when operating the Cutter Unit.
•  DO NOT apply excessive pressure to the Cutter Unit.

Regulation

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity (USA) Responsible Party: Brother International Corporation 200 Crossing Boulevard Bridgewater, NJ 08807-0911, U.S.A. TEL: 908-704-1700 Product Name: Brother Label Maker Electronic Labeling System Model Number: PT-D610BT Label Maker complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) Label Maker may not cause harmful interference, and (2) Label Maker must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Label Maker has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. Label Maker generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If the Label Maker does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the Label Maker off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the Label Maker and receiver.
• Connect the Label Maker into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
• This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

Important

• The enclosed interface cable should be used in order to ensure compliance with the limits for a Class B digital device.
• Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Brother Industries, Ltd. could void the user’s authority to operate the Label Maker.

RF Exposure Notice (USA)

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines. This equipment has very low levels of RF energy that it deemed to comply without maximum permissive exposure evaluation (MPE). [But it is desirable that it should be installed and operated keeping the radiator at least 20cm or more away from person’s body.] CAUTION RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERIES ARE REPLACED WITH AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS. International ENERGY STAR® Compliance Statement (US only) The purpose of the International ENERGY STAR® Program is to promote the development and popularization of energy-efficient office equipment. As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Brother Industries, Ltd. has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency.

Before Use

LCD and Keyboard The components included in the box may differ depending on your country or region. Serial Number Location Install Batteries or Connect the AC Adapter Remove the protective material (first use only) before using the Label Maker. Batteries

• When using the AC Adapter (AD-E001A):
  • Insert the Adapter cord plug into the AC Adapter Jack on the side of the printer.
  • Insert the plug into the nearest standard electrical outlet. For memory backup, we recommend using AA alkaline batteries (LR6) together with the AC Adapter.
• To safeguard and back up the Label Maker’s memory, when the AC Adapter is unplugged, keep AA alkaline batteries (LR6) installed in the Label Maker.
• When power is disconnected for more than two minutes, all text and format settings will be cleared. Any text files stored in the memory will also be cleared.
• Remove the batteries if you do not intend to use the Label Maker for an extended period of time. Dispose of the batteries at an appropriate collection point, not in the general waste stream. In addition, be sure to observe all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.

AC Adapter When storing or discarding the batteries, wrap them (for example with cellophane tape), to prevent them from short-circuiting. (Battery insulation example)

1. Cellophane tape
2. Alkaline battery

Insert the Tape Cassette

• After the tape passes under the Tape Guide, pull the tip to remove any slack in the tape.
• Make sure the tape is not caught in the Label Maker when inserting or removing the Tape Cassette.

1. Insert the Tape Cassette following the illustration under the Tape Cassette Compartment Cover. Confirm that the tip of the tape is pointed at the Tape Exit Slot.
2.  Press the Tape Cassette into the Label Maker until it locks into place and then close the Tape Cassette Compartment Cover.

Turn the Power ON or OFF

• Power on Press To print from your computer, go to Print from Your Computer.
• Power off Press and hold and print from your mobile device.

Use the Label Maker

Print from the Label Maker

• STEP 1 Press OK to select “Create Label”
• STEP 2 Type Text
• STEP 3 Preview Label
• STEP 4 Print Label

Follow the on-screen instructions to print your labels. For more information about changing the printer settings, see the Basic Operations section. Print from Your Computer Windows In your browser’s address bar, type http://install.brother. Download and install the Printer Driver and P-touch Editor by following the on-screen instructions. Mac Download P-touch Editor from the App Store to print from your Mac. You do not need to download and install any drivers. Print from Your Mobile Device Download the applications from the App Store or Google Play

• Brother iPrint&Label: Create labels for business use, including tab labels.
• Support Center App: This app provides access to setup information, product manuals, FAQs, and troubleshooting tips.

To save tape, apply this setting: Brother iPrint&Label – Chain Printing: ON Print your labels and leave the last label in the Label Maker until you are ready to print a new label.

• When printing from your computer, you must connect the Label Maker and computer with the included USB Cable or via Bluetooth connection.
• To connect your Label Maker to your computer via Bluetooth, see 3. Print from Your Mobile Device.
• This Label Maker does not support Wi-Fi connections.

Software Features:

• Printer Driver: Software required to print from a Label Maker using a Windows computer.
• P-touch Editor: Label creation software for computers. This application comes with built-in drawing tools that allow you to print a wide variety of custom labels in complex layouts with text of different fonts and styles, frames, imported images, barcodes, and more.

Pair the Label Maker with Your Mobile Device via Bluetooth

1. Go to your mobile device’s settings menu and enable the Bluetooth option.
2. Use the pairing number displayed on the Application Download Label attached to the front of the Label Maker.

• If the Label Maker prompts you to enter a PIN, enter “0000”.
• Pairing instructions may differ slightly, depending on your mobile device.
• If your mobile device cannot discover the Label Maker via Bluetooth, check the following:
  • Place your mobile device as close as possible to the Label Maker.
  • Make sure there are no obstacles or items that emit radio waves, such as a microwave oven, between the Label Maker and your mobile device.
• If a Bluetooth pass key appears on the Label Maker’s LCD during pairing, make sure your mobile device displays the same Bluetooth pass key, and then press [OK].
• This Label Maker does not support Wi-Fi connections.

Basic Operations

Set Auto Format Layouts (cont.) Other (cont.) Save your labels and access them later to edit and print them, as well as overwrite and save edited data. Save

• Maximum data: 99 files
• Maximum character count per file: 280 characters

Reset

• Reset the internal memory. For example, to reset the Label Maker or delete any saved label data.

Symbols and Frames

Set Margins

The laminate mechanism creates a margin of approximately 0.9” (23 mm) at the beginning of printing. You can reduce this margin by printing labels continuously. You can also change the margin before and after the text for the second and subsequent labels when printing multiple labels. Select [Chain] to print labels with the narrowest margin width. DO NOT feed the tape until the final label is printed. When the final label prints, cut it manually using the [Feed & Cut] function.

Error Messages

does not match the number of digits set in the barcode parameters. Enter the correct number of digits.
Cutter malfunction| If the tape is jammed in the Cutter Unit, remove the tape. Turn the Label Maker off and then on again before continuing.
Label too long| The printed label length using the text entered is longer than 39.37” (999 mm). Edit the text so that the label length is less than 39.37” (999 mm).
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.
System error XX| Contact Brother Customer Service.

Troubleshooting

correctly. •   If the Tape Cassette is empty, replace it. To order supplies and accessories, visit www.brother-usa.com • Check that the Tape Cassette Compartment Cover is securely closed. •   Check that the Label Maker is on. •   Check that the computer’s or mobile device’s Bluetooth setting is on. •   Check that the Label Maker is connected to the computer or your mobile device via Bluetooth. •   Check that the Label Maker is selected in the Brother iPrint&Label app. •   Check that the Label Maker is not paired with another device. •   Make sure the Label Maker and your mobile device or computer are close enough to communicate. •   Check that the automatic Bluetooth re-connection setting of another computer or mobile device is not enabled. •   Make sure no devices that emit radio waves (for example, a microwave oven) are located nearby.
Problem| Solution
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The Label Maker does not print. (cont.)| •   Check that the correct printer driver is installed when printing from a Windows computer. •   Connect the Label Maker to your computer using the USB Cable (included) when printing from a computer. •   If the Print Head is dirty, clean it with a cotton swab or with the optional Print Head Cleaning Cassette (TZeCL5).
•   The tape does not feed correctly. •   The tape gets stuck inside the Label Maker.| •   If the tape is bent, cut off the bent section with scissors. • If the tape is jammed, remove the Tape Cassette, remove the jammed tape, and then cut any damaged tape with scissors. •   Check that the end of the tape exits through the Tape Guide. •   Confirm that the tape is pointed at the Tape Exit Slot. •   Remove the Tape Cassette and insert it again.
An error occurred when using a mobile app.| Go to your mobile application’s settings menu > Support page > FAQs & Troubleshooting
The screen is locked, or the Label Maker does not operate normally.| Refer to the Basic Operations section in this guide and reset the Label Maker’s internal memory to the factory settings. If resetting the Label Maker does not solve the problem, disconnect the AC Adapter and remove the batteries for more than 10 minutes.
The LCD remains blank after turning on the power.| Check that the batteries are correctly installed or that the AC Adapter included with your Label Maker is correctly connected.
The LCD messages are displayed in a foreign language.| Refer to the Basic Operations section in this guide to select your desired language.
The Label Maker stops while printing a label.| •   Replace the Tape Cassette if striped tape is visible, as this indicates that you have reached the end of the tape. •   Replace all batteries or connect the AC Adapter directly to the Label Maker.
Previously saved label files are not available.| All files saved in the internal memory are deleted if the batteries are weak or the AC Adapter is disconnected.
Problem| Solution
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•   I cannot install the Printer Driver even if I follow the correct procedure (Windows only). •   I cannot see my Label Maker listed in P-touch Editor even though I have installed the Printer Driver (Windows only).| If you cannot use your Label Maker even though you have installed the Printer Driver: 1. Download the Printer Driver Uninstaller from your model’s page at support.brother.com. 2.   Use the Printer Driver Uninstaller to remove the printer information. 3.   Run the Printer Driver Installer again and follow the on-screen instructions to proceed with the installation.
The ink ribbon is separated from the ink roller.| If the ink ribbon is broken, replace the Tape Cassette.                              Spool If it is not, leave the tape uncut and carefully remove the Tape Cassette, and then wind the loose ink ribbon back onto the spool.
Printed barcodes or QR codes cannot be read.| •   Change the tape. (Recommended: Black on white tape) •   Enlarge the barcodes or QR codes using the barcode application, if possible.
I do not know the firmware version of the Label Maker.| Confirm the firmware version by pressing the following keys:
    [Settings]              /                                [Version Information] /
When the label is printed, there is too much margin (space) on both sides of the text.| •   See the Set Margins section in this guide and select [Small Margin], [Chain] or [No Cut] for smaller margins. When you select [Small Margin], the label maker feeds approximately 0.9” (23 mm) of leader tape before every new label. To save tape, set the [Chain] setting. After the last label prints, press  and  simultaneously to feed and cut the tape. •   The Label Maker feeds approximately 0.9” (23 mm) of tape before every new label. When printing multiple labels, you can reduce the blank space on the second and subsequent labels. Select the [Chain] setting in the optional print settings. Then, print your labels and leave the last label in the Label Maker until you are ready to print a new label. •   After the last label prints, press  and  simultaneously to feed the tape, and then eject and cut the last label. Note that the Label Maker will feed approximately 0.9” (23 mm) of tape before the next new label when you use this method.
Problem| Solution
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The font size cannot be increased.| The font is already the maximum size for the width of the label. Or, the label length has been set, so there is a limit on the font size to prevent exceeding the set length.
When multiple labels are printed, the last label is cut incorrectly.| When Chain Print is enabled, feed the tape to eject the last printed label.
I cannot update the Label Maker’s firmware using the P-touch Update Software, Transfer Express, or Mac Update Tool.| Restart the Label Maker and then try to update the firmware again. Do not press any buttons during the firmware update.

Contact Information

Customer Service for USA Phone: 1-877-BROTHER (1-877-276-8437) Fax: 1-901-379-1210 To order supplies and accessories:www.brother-usa.com Phone: 1-877-552-6255 Other countries or regions:support.brother.com DON’T FORGET TO REGISTER! Registering your product will provide purchase confirmation, proof of ownership and, if you choose, allow us to notify you of product enhancements and special offers! You can register online at: www.registermybrother.com (USA) LIMITED WARRANTY Product warranty information can be found online at: www.brother- usa.com/brother-support (USA)

SPECIFICATIONS

0.94 in. (3.5 mm, 6 mm, 9 mm, 12 mm, 18 mm, 24 mm)
Supplies| Brother TZe Tape Cassette and Head Cleaning Tape Cassette (TZeCL5)
Product Safety Guide| Contains important safety precautions and information on supplies needed for the Label Maker
Languages Available| English and Spanish
Manufacturer| Brother International Corporation
Regulations| Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity (USA), RF Exposure Notice (USA), International ENERGY STAR® Compliance Statement (US only)

FAQS

What is the Brother PT-D610BT Label Maker?

The Brother PT-D610BT Label Maker is a high-quality, professional label printer that produces durable and long-lasting labels.

What tape cartridges are available for the Brother PT-D610BT Label Maker?

The Brother PT-D610BT Label Maker has a variety of tape cartridges available, allowing users to print labels in different widths and colors. Available widths are 0.13 in., 0.23 in., 0.35 in., 0.47 in., 0.70 in., and 0.94 in.

Where can I find the user manual for the Brother PT-D610BT Label Maker?

The user manual for the Brother PT-D610BT Label Maker is included with the product and can also be found on the Brother support website at support.brother.com.

Is the user manual available in Spanish for the Brother PT-D610BT Label Maker?

Yes, the user manual is available in Spanish for this model on the Brother support website at support.brother.com.

What should I do if the product operates abnormally or any error occurs?

If the product operates abnormally or any error occurs, turn off the product, disconnect all cables, and contact Brother Customer Service or your local Brother dealer.

What should I do if foreign objects are inserted into the Label Maker or its slots, connectors, ports, or Battery Compartment?

If foreign objects are inserted into the Label Maker or its slots, connectors, ports, or Battery Compartment, stop using the Label Maker, turn off the power, and then disconnect each cable or remove the batteries (if installed).

Can I use damaged batteries with the Brother PT-D610BT Label Maker?

No, do not use damaged batteries with the Brother PT-D610BT Label Maker.

What should I do if I notice abnormalities such as smell, heat, noise, deformities, or discoloration?

Stop using the Label Maker if there are noticeable abnormalities such as smell, heat, noise, deformities, or discoloration.

Can I use the Label Maker in special environments, such as near medical equipment?

No, do not use the Label Maker in special environments, such as near medical equipment. Electromagnetic waves may cause the medical equipment to malfunction.

What should I do if I sense any abnormalities while using the Label Maker and have a heart pacemaker?

Users with heart pacemakers must move away from the Label Maker if they sense any abnormalities. Then, immediately seek the advice of a medical professional.

References

• setup.brother.com | Official Machine setup site | Brother
• Brother Solutions Center
• Brother Office Electronics for Home and Home Office
• Brother Technical Support & Contact Information | Brother
• Product Information and Product Registration | Brother

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