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Brother P-Touch PT-1230PC


$49.99 Released September, 2004

Product Shot 1 The Pros:No need to install software; it's built right into the unit. Just plug in PC and print. Compatible with Brother's full version P-touch Editor software for more complex labels like barcode, and database printing. Print scannable barcodes.

The Cons:Default settings waste space by printing too much space between labels. Difficult to navigate settings in software. Software updates can be difficult to track down.

The Brother P-Touch PT-1230PC is an economical PC-connectable label printer. It print text and graphics on up to 1/2" wide tape. It features built-in software that allows you to print labels without installing any software or drivers.

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Product Shot 2 If you need to print anything more advanced such as barcodes or graphics you can also install Brother's full-version of their P-touch Editor label printing software. It includes a manual cutter. The unit requires 6 x AAA batteries (sold separately) or an AC adapter (sold separately).

Features

  • PC-connected label printing
  • prints text and graphics
  • up to 1/2" wide tape
  • one-cable installation, with built-in label printing softare
  • includes:
    • Brother PT-1230PC label printer
    • 1/2" x 16' black on white laminated TZ starter tape
    • USB cable
    • user's manual
  • requires 6 x AAA batteries (sold separately)
  • compatible with Brother AD-24 AC adapter (sold separately)
  • dimensions: 2.1" W x 6.2" D x 4.4" H inches

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Pros
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    No need to install software; it's built right into the unit. Just plug in PC and print

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    Compatible with Brother's full version P-touch Editor software for more complex labels like barcode, and database printing

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    Print scannable barcodes

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    Software window conveniently pops up when connected to a PC

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    Decent little label printer for the price

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    Very portable for label printing on the go

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    AC adapter available (not included)

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    Very small footprint; takes up little desk space

Cons
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    Default settings waste space by printing too much space between labels

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    Difficult to navigate settings in software

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    Software updates can be difficult to track down

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    Ships with older drivers, and new drivers require manual installation

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    Requires 6 x AAA batteries

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