brother P-touch D200 Label Printer User Guide

: June 13, 2024
: Brother

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P-touch D200 Label Printer
Product Information:
Product Usage Instructions:
References
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P-touch D200 Label Printer

Product Information:

The PT-D200/E200 is a label maker that allows you to create
labels for various applications. It offers a wide range of frames,
character sizes, and styles to design custom labels. The label
maker is compatible with different tape cartridges, allowing you to
print labels with different widths and vibrant colors.

The PT-D200/E200 user manual provides detailed instructions on
how to use the label maker effectively. It is important to read the
manual carefully before starting to ensure proper usage and keep it
handy for future reference.

Product Usage Instructions:

Safety Precautions:

Follow the safety precautions below to avoid potential
hazards:

WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation that could result in death or serious injuries. Follow
these guidelines to avoid the risk of fire, burns, injury, electric
shocks, rupture, overheating, abnormal odors, or smoke.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation that may result in minor or moderate injuries. Follow
these guidelines to avoid personal injury, liquid leakage, burns,
or heat.

General Precautions:

– Ensure that the label maker has the necessary safety
certifications.

– Take note of any licensed trademarks associated with the
product.

Power Supply and Tape Cassette:

Open the cassette cover by pressing the indicated area at the
top end of the machine.
If a tape cassette is already installed, remove it by pulling
it straight up. Also, remove any installed batteries.
Insert six new AAA alkaline batteries (LR03) or fully charged
Ni-MH batteries (HR03) into the machine, ensuring correct
polarity.
Alternatively, use an AC adapter (AD-24ES UK: Optional on the
PT-D200) by connecting it to the AC adapter socket on the top of
the machine and plugging it into a standard electrical outlet. For
memory backup, it is recommended to use AAA alkaline batteries or
Ni-MH batteries together with the AC adapter.

LCD Display & Keyboard:

The LCD display and keyboard layout consist of various keys and
functions:

Size
Cursor
Underline/Frame
Width
Style
Caps
Label Length (if a specific length is selected)
English Text Mode
Cursor keys (Right, Left)
OK key
Escape key
Font key
Character keys
Shift keys
Print key
Preview key
Frame key
Symbol key
Decorative Mode key
Backspace key
Enter key
Accent key
Eng/Arabic key
Space key

Tape Installation:

Insert a tape cassette into the label maker, ensuring it snaps
into place.
Securely close the cassette cover, ensuring it snaps into
place.

Initial Settings:

Start the label maker by supplying power using either six AAA
batteries or the AC adapter. Press the power key.
Set the language. The default setting is English.

For more information and support, visit http://solutions.brother.com/.

D200/E200
User’s Guide English
With your PT-D200/E200, you can create labels for multiple applications. Select from the many frames, character sizes and styles to design beautiful custom labels. In addition, the variety of tape cartridges available allows you to print labels with different widths and exciting colours. Read this manual carefully before you begin and keep the manual in a handy place for future reference.
Printed in China LAD388001

Safety Precautions
WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injuries.
Follow these guidelines to avoid the risk of fire, burns, injury, electric shocks, rupture, overheating, abnormal odours or smoke.
· Always use the specified voltage and the recommended AC adapter (AD-24ES UK: Optional on the PT-D200) for the P-touch labeller to prevent any damage or failure.
· Do not touch the P-touch labeller during a lightning storm. · Do not use the machine/AC adapter in places of high humidity (such as bathrooms). · Do not overload the power cord. · Do not place heavy objects on, or damage the power cord or plug. Do not forcibly
bend or pull the power cord. Always hold the AC adapter carefully when disconnecting from the power outlet. · Make sure that the plug is fully inserted in the power outlet. Do not use an outlet that is loose. · Do not allow the machine/AC adapter/power plug/batteries to get wet, for example, by handling them with wet hands or spilling beverages onto them. · Since loss of eyesight may result when leaked fluid from batteries gets into your eyes, immediately rinse your eyes with a large amount of clean water, and then seek medical attention. · Do not disassemble or modify the P-touch labeller/AC adapter/batteries. · Do not allow a metal object to contact both the plus and minus ends of a battery. · Do not use sharp objects, such as tweezers or a metallic pen, to change the batteries. · Do not throw the batteries into fire or expose to heat. · Disconnect the AC adapter, remove batteries immediately and stop using the machine if you notice abnormal odour, heat, discoloration, deformation or anything unusual while using or storing it. · Do not use a damaged or leaking battery as the fluid may get on your hands. · Do not use a deformed or leaking battery or one whose label is damaged. There is a possibility of generating heat.

CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injuries.
Follow these guidelines to avoid personal injury, liquid leakage, burns or heat.
· When the machine is not being used, store it out of the reach of children. In addition, do not allow children to put machine parts or labels in their mouths. If any object has been swallowed, seek medical attention.
· Do not touch metal parts near the print head immediately after printing. · Do not touch the cutter blade. · If leaked fluid from batteries gets onto your skin or clothes, immediately rinse them
with clean water. · Remove the batteries and disconnect the AC adapter if you do not intend to use
the P-touch labeller. · Do not use a battery other than that specified. Do not use combinations of old and
new batteries or combinations of different types, different charging levels, different manufacturers or different models. Do not insert a battery with its plus and minus ends reversed. · Do not drop or hit the P-touch labeller/AC adapter. · Do not press on the LCD display. · Do not put your finger inside the machine when you close the back cover. · Before using Ni-MH rechargeable batteries, carefully read the instructions for the batteries and battery charger, and be sure to use them correctly. · When using Ni-MH rechargeable batteries, charge the batteries with a specialized battery charger before using the batteries.
General Precautions
· Depending on the location, material, and environmental conditions, the label may unpeel or become irremovable, the colour of the label may change or be transferred to other objects. Before applying the label, check the environmental conditions and the material.
· Do not use the P-touch labeller in any way or for any purpose not described in this guide. Doing so may result in accidents or damage to the machine.
· Use only Brother TZe tapes with the P-touch labeller. Do not use tapes that do not
have the mark.

· Only use a soft, dry cloth to clean the labeller; never use alcohol or other organic solvents.
· Use a soft wipe to clean the print head; never touch the print head. · Do not put any foreign objects into the tape exit slot or AC adapter connector or
battery compartment, etc. · Do not place the P-touch labeller/batteries/AC adapter in direct sunlight or rain,
near heaters or other hot appliances, in any location exposed to extremely high or low temperatures (e.g., on the dashboard or in the back of your car) or high humidity, or in dusty locations. · Do not apply excessive pressure to the cutter lever. · Do not try to print if the cassette is empty; it will damage the print head. · Do not pull the tape while printing or feeding; it will damage the tape and machine. · Any data stored in memory will be lost due to failure or repair of the P-touch labeller, or if the battery expires. · The P-touch labeller is not equipped with a charging feature for rechargeable batteries. · The printed text may differ from the text that appears on the LCD. · The length of the printed label may differ from the displayed label length. · A protective clear plastic sticker is placed over the display during manufacturing and shipping. This sticker should be removed prior to use. · When power is disconnected for more than three minutes, all text, format settings and any text files stored in the memory will be cleared.
Licensed Trademarks
MonotypeTM Monotype is a trademark of Monotype Imaging Inc. registered in the United States Patent and Trademark Office and may be registered in certain jurisdictions. FrutigerTM Frutiger is a trademark of Linotype Corp. registered in the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and may be registered in certain other jurisdictions in the name of Linotype Corp. or its licensee Linotype GmbH. PalatinoTM Palatino is a trademark of Linotype GmbH registered in the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and may be registered in certain other jurisdictions.

Power Supply and Tape Cassette

1
Cassette cover

Print head

2

Tape cutter lever

Open the cassette cover by pressing the above indicated area at the top end of the machine.
If a tape cassette is already installed, remove it by pulling it straight up. Also, if batteries are already installed, remove them.
· Make sure that the power is turned off when replacing batteries or tape cassettes.

LCD Display & Keyboard

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Insert six new AAA alkaline batteries (LR03) or fully charged Ni-MH batteries (HR03), making sure that their poles point in the correct directions. Users of alkaline batteries: Always replace all six batteries at the same time with brand new ones. Users of Ni-MH batteries: Always replace all six batteries at the same time with fully charged ones.
NOTE
Visit us at http://solutions.brother.com/ for the latest information about the recommended batteries.

1. Size 2. Cursor 3. Underline/Frame 4. Width 5. Style 6. Caps 7. Label Length
If a specific label length has been selected, also appears.
8. English Text Mode 9. Cursor key: Right (Use with
Shift key to go to end of the text.) 10. OK key 11. Escape key 12. Cursor key: Left (Use with Shift key to go to top of the text.)

13. Power key 14. Menu key 15. Font key 16. Character keys 17. Shift keys 18. Print key 19. Preview key 20. Frame key 21. Symbol key 22. Decorative Mode key 23. Backspace key 24. Enter key 25. Accent key 26. Eng/Arabic key 27. Space key

3
End of tape

Toothed Wheel

4
Cutter’s edge

Tape guide

Tape exit slot

Insert a tape cassette, making sure that it snaps into place.
· Make sure that the end of the tape feeds under the tape guides.
· Use only Brother TZe tapes with this machine.

AC adapter socket
Securely close the cassette cover, making sure that it snaps into place.
NOTE
When using AC adapter (AD-24ES UK: Optional on the PT-D200)
1. Connect the AC adapter into the AC adapter socket
on the top of the machine.
2. Insert the plug into the nearest standard electrical
outlet. For memory back up, we recommend using AAA alkaline batteries (LR03) or Ni-MH batteries (HR03) together with the AC adapter.

NOTE
· The LCD shows one row of 15 characters; however, the text that you enter can be up to 80 characters in length.
· While selecting the settings, press the Space key to go back to the default item.
· The print preview is a generated image of the label, and may differ from the actual label when printed.
· Label length shown on LCD may slightly differ from the actual label length when printed.

Initial Settings

1 Start your machine.
Supply power by using six AAA batteries or the AC adapter (AD-24ES UK: Optional on the PT-D200), and
then press .
2 Set the language.
The default setting is [English].

/

[Language]

/

[Arabic/Persian/English]

.

3 Set the unit of measurement.
The default setting is [mm].

/

[Unit]

/

[inch/mm]

.

NOTE

· The machine automatically turns off if no keys are pressed within five minutes.

· To cancel any operation, press

.

Troubleshooting

Error message

Message

Cause/Remedy

Low Battery!

The batteries are weak. If using AAA alkaline batteries: Replace them with new ones. If using Ni-MH batteries: Charge them fully.

Battery Dead! The installed batteries are running low.

Invalid!

· There is no text above the cursor when you selected [Numbering].
· An invalid character was selected for [Numbering]. · An invalid number was selected for [Tab Length] or
[Label Length].
· An invalid value was entered as the label length while using the Decorative Mode or Name Label function.
· When the vowel key which cannot be compound is pushed.

· You tried to print a text file when there is no data stored in the memory.

No Text!

·

is pressed when no text is entered.

· You tried to select [Numbering], [Mirror], or Text Preview when no text is entered.

·

or was pressed when no text was

entered while using the Decorative Mode or Name Label function.

Line Limit!

· You tried to enter a 3rd line by pressing

.

· You tried to print or preview two lines of text while 3.5 mm or 6 mm tape is installed. Install tape of a
larger size.

Message

Cause/Remedy

No Cassette!

You tried to print a label when there is no cassette installed.

Cutter Error!

The tape cutter lever was used in the middle of the printing process.

Text Full!

The maximum number of characters (80 characters, 50 characters for Decorative Mode or Name Label function) have already been entered.

Text Limit!

With the Decorative Mode or Name Label function: Since the number of entered characters exceeds the label length, reduce the text. All other functions: Since the number of entered characters exceeds the label length, reduce the text, or select [Auto] as the label length.

Printing on 3.5 mm tape with invalid Frame setting ON.

No Frame OK? (Select

to print with no Frame,

to

cancel.)

No VRT OK? Vertical (or Italic) printing is impossible if entry was No Italic OK? made in Arabic characters.

OK to Feed?

Feeding tape after printing when [Chain Print] is selected. Refer to “Setting Margin”.

Insert 12mm!

Only 12 mm tapes are available for use with Decorative Mode or the Name Label function.

Wrong Tape! Use a tape cassette with the mark.

What to do when…
Problem

Solution

The display stays · Check that the batteries are correctly inserted.

blank after you · If the batteries are weak, replace them.

have turned on · Check that the AC adapter (AD-24ES: Optional

the machine.

on the PT-D200) adapter is correctly connected.

When the label is
printed out, the · See “Setting Margin” in this users guide and margin(space) is select [Half] or [Narrow] to have smaller margins too large on both for your label.
sides of the text.

The machine does not print, or the printed characters are not formed properly.

· Check that the tape cassette has been inserted correctly.
· If the tape cassette is empty, replace it. · Check the cassette cover is properly closed.

The setting has cleared on its own.

· The batteries may be weak. Replace them. · When power is disconnected for more than three
minutes, all text & formats in the display will be lost. Language and Unit settings will also be cleared.

A blank horizontal line appears through the printed label.

· There maybe some dust on the print head. Remove the tape cassette and use a dry cotton swab to gently wipe the print head with an up-and-down motion.
· The print head can be cleaned more easily if the optional print head cleaning cassette (TZe-CL3) is used.

Problem

Solution

The machine has “locked up” (i.e., nothing happens when a key is · Refer to “Resetting the P-touch”. pressed, even though the machine is on.)

The power turns off when you try to print.

· The batteries may be weak. Replace them. · Check that the batteries are correctly inserted. · A wrong adapter is used; the recommended
adapter is the AD-24ES UK (Optional on the PTD200).

The tape does

not feed properly or the tape gets stuck inside the

· Check that the end of the tape feeds under the tape guides.
· The cutter lever is used while printing. Do not touch the cutter lever during printing.

machine.

All text and

format settings

need to be

· Press

cleared to create

a new label.

and select [Text&Format].

The LCD is set to

an incorrect

· Refer to “Initial Settings”.

language.

BASIC USAGE Entering Text
Switching the character for entry[English/ Arabic]

Entering Accented Characters

–

/

English

Arabic

Switching Upper Case/Lower Case

Upper case (

ON) Lower case (

OFF)

Caps

Making Two Lines of Text

Move the cursor to where the second line starts and press . Use either 9 mm or 12 mm wide tape for two line text.

Line 1

Label image

Line 2

NOTE
· The return symbol ( ) will be displayed when the Enter key is pressed.

· Refer to the table of accented characters (B) on the enclosed insertion sheet for a list of available accented characters.

· To cancel operations, press

.

· The order of accented characters differs depending on the

selected LCD language.

Changing Label Length +

/

[Label Length]

/

[Auto/30-300 mm]

NOTE
· After the label is printed, cut along the printed dots (:) with scissors so that the label length matches the machine setting.
· If a specific label length has been selected, also appears in the LCD.
To Clear
By pressing , the letters will be deleted one by one. To delete all text and settings:

+ To delete text only

/

[Text&Format]

/

[Text Only]

Printing Labels

Preview
You can preview the text before printing.

Setting Margin ( + )

· The print preview is a generated image of the label, and may differ from the actual label when printed.

· When the LCD cannot display all the text at a time, press

/

to display the hidden text.

Feeding (Tape Feed)

Printing

[Copies: ]

/

–

· If you need only 1 copy of the label, press

without

selecting the number of copies.

· The number of copies can also be specified by pressing a number key.

· To prevent damage to the tape, do not touch the cutter lever while the message “Printing…” or “Feeding…” is displayed.

· To cut off the label, push in the tape cutter lever on the

upper-right corner of the machine.

· Peel the printed label from the backing and apply the label.

· You can print up to 9 copies of each label.

Using Print Options ( + )
[Numbering] You can print many copies of the same text while incrementing a selected number by 1 after each label is printed. Example: To print copies of a label containing a serial number (0123, 0124 and 0125)

/

[Numbering]

/

· Select the highest number you wish to be printed when setting the number.
[Mirror]

+ [Mirror Print?]

/

[Mirror]

· Use clear tape in [Mirror], so the labels can be read correctly from the opposite side when attached on glass, windows or
other transparent surfaces.

/

[Margin]

/

[Full/Half/Narrow/Chain Print] [Full]/[Half]/[Narrow] For leaving equal margins on both sides of the text.

Full

Half

Narrow

ABC

25.4mm

12mm 12mm

4mm 4mm

[Chain Print] For creating a label containing text in various styles.

1. Enter text.

2. Press , then [Copies: ] appears.

3. Press

/

or enter number with number keys

to select the number of copies.

4. Press

. Printing will start, and then the message

“OK to Feed?” appears.

5. Press

to enter more text.

6. Clear the text, enter the text for the next label, and then
press .

7. When the message “OK to Feed?” appears after the last

label is printed, press

.

8. After the tape is fed, press the cutter lever to cut off the
chain of labels.

NOTE
· When [Chain Print] is set, feed the tape before using the cutter otherwise a part of the text may be cut off. Also, cut along the printed dots ( ) with scissors so the text is centred in the label.
· When [Half] or [Narrow] is set, the displayed label length is the length from the printed dots ( ) to the end of the label.

LCD display

Label image

Full

ABC

67mm

Half

ABC

41mm

Narrow

ABC

25mm

· To print more than 1 copy of a label with the minimum margin, set the margin to [Narrow].
· Do not pull the tape since this may damage the tape cassette.

Saving Label Files
You can save up to 9 labels and recall them for printing at a later date. A maximum of 80 characters can be saved per file. You can also edit and overwrite stored labels.
Save

/
Print

/

[Save]

/

[Copies: ]

/

Open

/

[Print]

–

/

[Open]

/

Accessories

Tape Cassettes: See the included “Tape Catalog”.

AC Adapter:

AD-24ES UK

Carrying Case:

This accessory is only included in the PT-E200.

Cutter Unit:

TC-4 (replacement)

If the cutter blade becomes blunt after repetitive use and the tape cannot be cut cleanly, replace with a new cutter unit (stock no. TC-4) obtained from an authorised Brother reseller.
Replacing the Cutter Unit
1. Pull out the two sections of the cutter unit (green) in the
direction of the arrows shown in the illustration.

USING TEMPLATES

Name Label +
This function allows you to create various name labels using the built-in templates. Refer to the Name Label format table (A) on the enclosed insertion sheet.

Example:

/ [Select Layout] [Name Label] /

Bill Anderson

ABC Company, Inc.

/

[Auto/30-200mm] [Print]

NOTE
· Depending on the format you have selected, the entire contents of your text may not be printed. For example, if you selected a fixed Label Length and the text is too long, an error message “Text Limit!” will appear.
· The templates cannot be edited. · Only the highlighted symbols on the enclosed insertion sheet
can be used in Decorative Mode.

· To clear all text, press

and , then “Clear?” appears.

Press

to clear. Press

to cancel.

· When you access Decorative Mode or Name Label function, your most recently printed Decorative Mode or Name Label

function text and label length will be recalled.

· Press

to return to the previous step.

USEFUL FUNCTION KEYS

Font Key

1 Press
text.

to select the settings to enter

2 Press
Font
Size Width Style

/

Select an item

/

to select the settings.

Helsinki (FrutigerTM) Brussels (PalatinoTM) Florida (FrutigerTM) Calgary (PalatinoTM)

Large

Medium

Small

Normal

× 2

× 1/2

Normal

Bold

Outline

Shadow

Solid

Italic

I+Bold

I+Outline

I+Shadow

Vertical

NOTE

· To cancel operations, press

.

· The actual printed font size depends on the tape width, number of characters and number of input lines. Once characters reach a minimum size, the selected font will default to a custom font which is based on the Helsinki style. This allows labels to print using the smallest text possible on narrow or multi- line labels.

Frame Key

/

Press

/

to select the frame design. Refer

to the frame design table (B) on the enclosed insertion sheet.

/

Select a frame

NOTE

To cancel operations, press

.

NOTE

If you try to store a label when there is already a label stored to that number, a message “Overwrite?” will appear. Press

to save your new label. Press

to cancel.

2. Install a new cutter unit. Push it in until it snaps into place.
Do not touch the cutter blade directly with your fingers.

Search

Decorative Mode (Does not support
Arabic text.)
This function allows you to create unique labels by using builtin templates. Refer to the Decorative mode format table (C) on the enclosed insertion sheet.
Example:

[Select Layout] / [Input Text] /

ABCDEF [Auto/30-200mm] [Print]

· To exit the Decorative Mode or Name Label function and return to the text input screen, do one of following:

a) Press

.

b) Press

/

to select [Cancel], and then press

when “Print” appears.
· These features are only available when using 12 mm wide tape cassettes.
· The maximum label length is 200 mm for Decorative Mode and Name Label function.
· When [Auto] is selected for “Label Length”, the label will automatically adjust to the correct length for the text.

· Press

to return to the [Auto] setting for

“Label Length” mode.

Symbol Key

/

Press

/

to select various symbols. Refer

to the table of symbols (D) on the enclosed insertion sheet for a list of available symbols.

/

[Basic/

Pictograph]

/

Select category

/

Choose a symbol

NOTE

To cancel operations, press

.

Resetting the P-touch

You can reset the P-touch labeller when you want to initialise the settings, or in the event the P-touch labeller is not working properly.
1 Turn off the P-touch labeller, hold down
and and then press to turn the P-touch
back on.

2 Release

and .

The P-touch labeller turns on with the internal memory reset.

NOTE
All text, settings and stored files are cleared.

Specifications

Dimensions: (W x D x H) Weight: Power supply:
Tape cassette:

Approx. 165(W) × 155(D) × 68(H)mm
Approx. 490 g (without batteries and tape cassette) Six AAA alkaline batteries (LR03) Six AAA Ni-MH batteries (HR03)*1 AC adapter (AD-24ES UK: Optional on the PT-D200) Brother TZe tape (width) 3.5 mm, 6 mm, 9 mm, 12 mm

*1 Visit us at http://solutions.brother.com/ for the latest information about the recommended batteries.

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