brother p-touch extra pt-310 manual

The Brother P-touch Extra PT-310 is a compact, portable electronic label maker designed for home and office use. It features a full keyboard, LCD display, multiple font styles and sizes, various tape cassettes, and a built-in cutter. Below are key sections for safety, features, installation, setup, operation, and troubleshooting.

1. Features at a Glance 2. Installation 3. First-Time Setup 4. Specifications 5. Controls and Settings 6. Connecting to Power 7. Creating Labels 8. Advanced Functions 9. Care & Maintenance 10. Regulatory Information 11. Troubleshooting

Features at a Glance

Key components: LCD display, QWERTY keyboard, Tape cassette compartment, Print button, Cutter lever, AC adapter port, Battery compartment.

Feature	Description
LCD Display	Shows text and formatting before printing
QWERTY Keyboard	For easy text input
Tape Cassette Compartment	Holds Brother TZ tape cassettes (3.5mm-12mm)
Print Button	Initiates label printing
Cutter Lever	Manually cuts tape after printing
AC Adapter Port	For external power connection
Battery Compartment	Holds 6 AA batteries for portable use
Function Keys	Access fonts, frames, symbols, and settings
Font Styles	Multiple fonts (Gothic, Script, etc.)
Tape Width Support	3.5mm, 6mm, 9mm, 12mm

Installation

Unpack and inspect contents. Place on clean, flat surface.

Insert batteries: Open battery compartment, insert 6 AA batteries (alkaline recommended).
Load tape cassette: Open cassette cover, insert tape with window facing up, close cover.
Connect AC adapter (optional): Plug adapter into port and wall outlet.
Power on: Press POWER button.

WARNING! Use only Brother TZ tape cassettes. Do not force cassette into compartment.

First-Time Setup

Power on device; follow on-screen prompts.

Set language: Press FUNCTION > LANGUAGE, select desired language.
Set tape width: Device auto-detects; confirm on display.
Adjust contrast: Press FUNCTION > CONTRAST to adjust LCD visibility.
Test print: Type sample text, press PRINT to verify operation.

CAUTION! Ensure tape cassette is properly seated before printing.

Specifications

Model: Brother P-touch Extra PT-310.
Display: 1-line LCD.
Tape Cassettes: Brother TZ series (laminated).
Tape Widths: 3.5mm, 6mm, 9mm, 12mm.
Fonts: 5 font styles, multiple sizes.
Power Source: 6 AA batteries or AC adapter (AD-24).
Battery Life: Approx. 100 labels (alkaline batteries).
Print Speed: Approx. 10mm/sec.
Operating Temp: 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F).

Controls and Settings

Access functions via FUNCTION key. Front Panel: POWER, PRINT, Cutter lever, Keyboard.

Keyboard: Alphanumeric keys, SPACE, BACKSPACE, FUNCTION, FONT, SIZE, FRAME, SYMBOL.

Text Formatting: Font style (Gothic, Script, etc.), Size (Small, Normal, Large), Style (Bold, Outline, Shadow). Label Design: Frames (multiple border styles), Symbols (preloaded icons), Auto numbering. Settings: Language, Contrast, Tape width confirmation, Auto power-off.

Connecting to Power

Battery: 6 AA batteries. AC adapter: AD-24 adapter.

Turn off device before installing batteries or adapter.
Match polarity (+/-) when inserting batteries.
Use only specified Brother AC adapter.

Tip: For frequent use, AC adapter is recommended to save batteries.

Creating Labels

Supports text, symbols, frames, auto numbering.

Input text: Type using keyboard; text appears on LCD.
Format text: Press FONT, SIZE, or STYLE to modify appearance.
Add elements: Press FRAME for borders, SYMBOL for icons.
Preview: Check LCD before printing.
Print: Press PRINT; label prints and advances automatically.
Cut: Use cutter lever to separate label.
Apply: Peel backing and apply label to surface.

WARNING! Keep fingers clear of cutter lever. Do not pull tape during printing.

Advanced Functions

Auto Numbering: Create sequential labels. Memory: Store frequently used labels (up to 9). Mirror Printing: For inside application (e.g., windows). Tape Saver: Reduces margin length.

Care & Maintenance

Turn off and remove batteries before cleaning. Use dry, soft cloth; no liquids or abrasives.

CAUTION! Do not expose to extreme temperatures, humidity, or direct sunlight.

Regulatory Information

Troubleshooting

Symptom	Possible Cause	Corrective Action
No power	Dead batteries/loose adapter	Replace batteries; ensure adapter is firmly connected.
No text on LCD	Contrast setting	Adjust contrast via FUNCTION > CONTRAST.
Tape not feeding	Cassette not loaded/jammed	Reinsert cassette; clear jammed tape.
Poor print quality	Dirty print head/old tape	Clean print head with dry cotton swab; use fresh tape.
Keyboard not responding	Device lockup	Remove batteries, wait 1 minute, reinsert.

Reset: Remove batteries/adapter, wait 2 minutes, reconnect.

Service: 1-877-467-4289; www.brother-usa.com