Brother PT-D200

Errors and messages

Messages and indicator states from the manual

Message or indicatorWhat it meansCheck or action

Low Battery!batteries are weak

Replace the weak batteries or charge the rechargeable batteries fully.

Battery Deadbatteries are nearly empty

Replace the batteries before printing another label.

Invalid!selected numbering or label value is invalid

Choose valid text, numbering, tab length, or label length for this operation.

No Text!no text is available for this command

Enter text or recall a saved label before using this command.

Line Limit!too many lines for the tape width

Remove the extra line or install a wider tape cassette.

No Cassette!tape cassette is missing

Install a compatible tape cassette before printing or feeding.

Cutter Errortape cutter was pressed during printing

Release the cutter lever and leave it untouched while printing.

Text Full!character limit reached

Delete characters to bring the label within the permitted limit.

Text Limit!text exceeds the selected label length

Shorten the label text or choose Auto for label length.

No Frame OK?frame cannot print on this tape width

Confirm printing without a frame, or install tape that supports the selected frame.

OK to Feed?chain Print asks whether to feed the tape

Confirm tape feed when the prompt appears after Chain Print.

Insert 0.47"template needs 0.47-inch tape

Install a 0.47-inch tape cassette for this template.

Wrong Tape!incorrect tape cassette

Install the tape cassette type marked in the guide.

Troubleshooting

Find the problem you are experiencing

Display remains blankView

Check battery orientation and charge, then check the adapter connection.

Printed label has too much marginView

Set Margin to Half or Narrow to reduce unused tape beside the text.

Label does not print or characters are malformedView

Reseat the tape cassette, replace it if empty, and close the cassette cover.

Settings clear unexpectedlyView

Replace weak batteries; text and formats clear after power has been disconnected for more than three minutes.

Blank horizontal line on printed labelView

Remove the cassette and gently clean the print head with a dry cotton swab.

Label maker stops respondingView

Turn the label maker off, hold Shift and R while pressing Power, then release Power before Shift and R. This reset clears stored text, settings, and files.

Power turns off during printingView

Replace weak batteries, confirm their orientation, and use the specified AC adapter.

Tape will not feed or is stuckView

Route the tape beneath its guides and leave the cutter lever alone while printing.

Clear text and formattingView

Choose Text&Format from the Clear menu to start a new label.

Change the display languageView

Change the language in Initial Settings.

Manuals and sources

1. Brother PT-D200 manuals
2. Brother operation manual
3. Brother PT-D200 support