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Brother PT-2700 Electronic Labeling System
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Category Average
$59.99 - $104.24
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Pros
Cons
- Difficult to peel (6)
- Complicated controls (2)
- Better with batteries (1)
- Cost of tape (1)
- Expensive label cartridge (1)
- Labels wear or peel (1)
- Lots of instructions (1)
- No carrying case (1)
- Noisy (1)
- Not to durable (1)
Best Uses
- Filing (22)
- Electronics (16)
- Kitchen (11)
- Address printing (10)
- Toys (7)
- File folders (2)
- Casual printing (1)
- Electrical circuits (1)
- Equipment (1)
- Exterior uses (1)
Provided by NothingButSoftware
Many Easy Ways to Make Great Labels with the
Electronic PT-2700
The Brother P-touch 2700 series is an easy to operate, feature packed labeling
system that makes creating professional, high quality labels a breeze. In
addition to easy label creation via pre-formatted label layouts, the P-touch
labeler editing software features advanced label formatting, block formats, bar
codes and auto-numbering functions.
The PT-2700 is the flagship desktop labeler for Brother. This feature packed
model can be used as a portable labeler, or connected to a PC. With its huge,
back-lit display (16-characters x 3 lines) this model offers easy viewing.
It is designed for professional users in Office, Commercial and Industrial
fields. Usable on its own or connected to a PC or Mac, the PT-2700 can address
many key label users' demands.
The PT-2700 will print up to 7 lines, in 8 font sizes and 12 type styles. With
over 100 different symbols and 19 frame styles available, the PT-2700 offers
many options to jazz up your labels. Store up to 99 labels to memory, or
automatically print labels displaying the Time & Date. Think of the
organization the PT-2700 will bring to your home and office!
- Uses TZ laminated tape up to 1" wide
- Prints durable laminated labels for indoor/outdoor use
- Prints up to 7 lines or about 3/4" high
- Saves up to 99 files to memory
- Automatically adds time and date to your labels
- Prints in 8 popular fonts, 12 styles and 8 useful sizes
- Includes underlining and framing
- Prints vertically, horizontally and in mirror image
- Includes dozens of business and fun symbols
- Auto numbering and repeat printing
Hardware Features
- Model Type: Desktop / Dual Operation
- Tape Family: TZ
- Tape Sizes: 9/64", 1/4", 3/8", 1/2", 3/4", 1"
- Tape Length: 26.2'
- Tape Technology: Thermal Transfer
- Tape Types:
- Standard Laminated
- Flexible ID
- Extra Strength Adhesive
- Tamper-Evident
- Non-Laminated
- Iron-on Fabric
- Acid Free
- LCD:
- 16 char x 3 line (Graphical Display)
- 128 dots x 48 dots (Back Light)
- Backlight: Yes
- Print Resolution: 180 dpi
- Print Speed: 10 mm⁄sec
- Keyboard: QWERTY
- Cutter: Auto
- Batteries: 8 AA Alkaline (optional)
- AC Adapter: AD-24 (included)
- Handle: No
- Interface: USB
Software Features
- Number of Fonts: 8
- Font Styles: Helsinki, Brussels, US, Florida, Belgium, San Diego, Los Angeles, Calgary
- Point Sizes: 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 42 and extra BIG
- Number of Styles: 10
- Built-in Symbols: 121
- Types of Styles: Normal, Bold, Outline, Shadow, Solid, Italic, Italic Bold, Italic Outline, Italic Shadow, Italic Solid
- Max. Print Height: 18.0 mm ⁄ 0.71"
- Maximum Print Lines: 7
- Multi-Block: Yes
- Label Length Setting: 1.2" (30mm) - 12.0" (300mm)
- Auto Incrementation: Alpha ⁄ numeric
- Horizontal Alignment: Left, Center, Right, Justified
- Vertical Printing: Yes
- Mirror Printing: Yes
- Rotate Printing: No
- Text Insert: Yes
- Text Framing/Fill Pattern: 17 Frames ⁄ 3 Fill Patterns
- Multi-copy Print: Up to 99 copies
- Memory: 2,800 characters (99 areas)
- Date/Time Stamp: Yes
- Download data to unit: No
- Auto Templates: 17
- Database Printing: via PC
- Barcoding: Yes
- Barcodes (Stand-alone mode): Code 39, Code 128, EAN8, EAN13, EAN128, UPC-A, UPC-E, I-2/5(ITF), CODABAR
- Barcodes (connected to computer): Code 39, UPC-A, UPC-E, 1-2/5, EAN-8, EAN-13, EAN-128, Code 128, Codabar, ISBN-2, ISBN-5, Laser Bar-code, Postnet, QR Code
- (PC) Connectivity: USB
- (Mac) Connectivity: USB (USB Spec 1.1 or 2.0 protocol)
Other
- Dimensions: 7.06" x 9.75" x 2.82"
- Weight: 1.87 lbs. (without tape and batteries)
- Color: Silver / Black
- Warranty: 1 Year Limited Manufacturer's Warranty
- Brother PT-2700 Professional High-Performance Labeling System
- One 1/2" (12 mm) black on white "TZ" starter tape
- AC Adapter (AD-24)
- USB Cable
- P-touch Editor CD-ROM
- User Guide
- Software Installation Guide
- Windows 98SE, Me, 2000 Professional, XP, Vista
- 512 MB of RAM or more
- 70 MB Hard Disk space or more
- SVGA High Color graphics support or higher
- Available USB port
- CD-ROM drive for installation
- Mac OS X 10.1 - 10.4.4, Mac OS 9.1 - 9.x
- 32 MB of RAM or more
- 100 MB Hard Disk space or more
- More than 256 color
- Available USB port
- CD-ROM drive for installation
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Product Reviews
Brother PT-2700 Electronic Labeling System Reviews
Most helpful positive review
[4 of 4 customers found this review helpful]
Most helpful negative review
Organize Your Shop!
"Up and running (not using software) in 5 minutes! Very easy to use. Very little need to refer to instructions. Great selection of label stock. The label cartridges are expensive. There is some label waste on both ends of the label...." Read Full Review »
Jul 23, 2008 by Mr. Jene
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ONLY OPERATES ON AC - NO DC BATTERY USE
"MARKING FILES AND FOLDERS AND ALSO BOXES AND CONTAINERS - DISAPPOINTED ONLY HAS AC POWER & NO BATTERY OPERATION BACK UP FOR OFF SITE AND IN FIELD USE..." Read Full Review »
Sep 12, 2009 by MJ
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[4 of 4 customers found this review helpful]
Brother PT-2700 Electronic Labeling System Review
Organize Your Shop!
- Durable Labels
- Quiet
- Simple Controls
- Strong Labels
- Works Quickly
Pros
- Expensive Label Cartridge
- Some Label Material Waste
Cons
- Electrical Circuits
- Electronics
- Filing
- Parts Cabinets
- Tool Box Drawers
Best Uses
"Up and running (not using software) in 5 minutes! Very easy to use. Very little need to refer to instructions. Great selection of label stock. The label cartridges are expensive. There is some label waste on both ends of the label. "
- Quality Oriented
[1 of 2 customers found this review helpful]
Brother PT-2700 Electronic Labeling System Review
Excellent All-Purpose Labelling System
- Deep Blacks
- Doesn't Smear
- Easy To Install
- Easy to Use
- Good Value
- More »
Pros
- None
Cons
- Equipment
- Exterior Uses
- Tool Cases
Best Uses
"I am a municipal electrician. We have many Brother TZ-style label printers that we use for a variety of interior and exterior applications. It is the best way to complete the job with a professional touch. Beats an ink marking pen anyday, no matter how good your penmanship is. The labels stick well …" Read Full Review »
- Quality Oriented
[4 of 4 customers found this review helpful]
Brother PT-2700 Electronic Labeling System Review
Professional Results
- Easy to use
Pros
- Difficult to Peel
Cons
- Electronics
- Filing
- Label cds dvds as I rec
Best Uses
"I was quickly able to produce a variety of professional looking labels for my cd/dvd collection.the more I use it,the more uses I find for it.
I would like to see a "tape running out" indicator.
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- Value Oriented
[4 of 4 customers found this review helpful]
Brother PT-2700 Electronic Labeling System Review
Great Product
- Easy to setup and use
- Keyboard and PC interface
Pros
- None
Cons
- Good for Product Labels
Best Uses
"We use this label maker to produce 1" labels showing product serial numbers and license keys. We stick the labels on the back of our instruments. The labels are very professional looking and easy to read. "
- Quality Oriented
Brother PT-2700 Electronic Labeling System Review
Great Labeler
- Configurable layouts
- Neat Settings
- Simple Controls
- Works Quickly
Pros
- None
Cons
- Address Printing
- Electronics
- Filing
- In The Kitchen
- Toys
Best Uses
"Only downfall of this product, is the margin settings causes the machine to trim about 1/4 inch of tape before printing, this can add up quickly if your printing individual labels. Otherwise the ability to print from the computer adds great flexibility to adding your own graphics and viewing the la …" Read Full Review »
- Value Oriented
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