Brother DCP-J925DW User Manual

BASIC USER’S GUIDE
DCP-J925DW
Version 0
UK/IRE/GEN

Brother DCP-J925DW Specifications

General

PictBridge	Yes
Scan speed	3.37 sec/page
Dimensions (WxDxH)	405 x 378 x 180 mm
All-in-one functions	Copy, Print, Scan
Color all-in-one functions	copy, print, scan
Print technology	Inkjet
Maximum resolution	6000 x 1200 DPI
Print speed (black, normal quality, A4/US Letter)	35 ppm
Print speed (color, normal quality, A4/US Letter)	27 ppm
Digital sender	No
Maximum duty cycle	- pages per month
Copier resize	25 - 400 %
Maximum copy resolution	1200 x 1200 DPI
Maximum number of copies	99 copies
N-in-1 copy function (N=)	2, 4
Time to first copy (black, normal)	20 s
Copy speed (black, normal quality, A4)	23 cpm
Copy speed (color, normal quality, A4)	20 cpm
Scan to	E-mail, E-mail Server, File, FTP, Image, OCR, USB
Scanner type	Flatbed & ADF scanner
Grayscale levels	256
Input color depth	36 bit
Output color depth	24 bit
Maximum scan resolution	19200 x 19200 DPI
Optical scanning resolution	2400 x 2400 DPI
Total input capacity	100 sheets
Total output capacity	50 sheets
Auto document feeder (ADF) input capacity	15 sheets
Maximum print size	210 x 297 mm
Paper tray media types	Glossy paper, Photo paper, Plain paper, Transparencies
Paper tray media weight	64 - 220 g/m²
ISO A-series sizes (A0...A9)	A4, A5, A6
ISO B-series sizes (B0...B9)	B4, B5
Photo paper sizes (imperial)	4x6, 5x7, 8.5x11 \
Borderless printing media sizes	4x6, 5x7, A4, A6, Legal
Maximum ISO A-series paper size	A4
Auto Document Feeder (ADF) media weight	64 - 90 g/m²
Display	LCD
Control type	Touch
Product color	Black
Display diagonal	3.26771 \
Market positioning	Home & office
Direct printing	-
Standard interfaces	Ethernet, USB 2.0, Wireless LAN
USB 2.0 ports quantity	1
Wi-Fi standards	802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Security algorithms	128-bit WEP, 64-bit WEP, SSID, WPA-PSK, WPA-TKIP, WPA2-PSK
Internal memory	64 MB
Processor family	RISC
Compatible memory cards	Memory Stick (MS), MMC, MS PRO, SD, SDHC, SDXC
Sound pressure level (printing)	50 dB
AC input voltage	220 - 240 V
AC input frequency	50 - 60 Hz
Power consumption (standby)	6.5 W
Power consumption (PowerSave)	2.5 W
Power consumption (average operating)	24 W
Package weight	11600 g
Mac operating systems supported	Mac OS X 10.4 Tiger, Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard, Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard, Mac OS X 10.7 Lion
Server operating systems supported	Windows Server 2003, Windows Server 2003 x64, Windows Server 2008, Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows Server 2008 x64
Windows operating systems supported	Windows 7 Home Premium, Windows 7 Home Premium x64, Windows 7 Professional, Windows 7 Professional x64, Windows 7 Starter, Windows 7 Starter x64, Windows 7 Ultimate, Windows 7 Ultimate x64, Windows Vista Business, Windows Vista Business x64, Windows Vista Home Basic, Windows Vista Home Basic x64, Windows Vista Home Premium, Windows Vista Home Premium x64, Windows Vista Ultimate, Windows Vista Ultimate x64, Windows XP Home, Windows XP Home x64, Windows XP Professional, Windows XP Professional x64
Bundled software	Brother MFL-Pro Suite\\r Brother ControlCentre 4 (Win)\\r Brother ControlCentre 2 (Mac)
Sustainability certificates	ENERGY STAR

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	378 mm
Width	405 mm
Height	180 mm

Summary

General Information and Machine Operation

Using the Documentation

Explains how reading the manual helps users understand their Brother machine.

Symbols and Conventions Used

Defines symbols and typeface conventions used throughout the documentation for clarity.

Accessing Other User Guides

Guides users on how to access advanced, software, network, and glossary guides.

Viewing Documentation on CD-ROM

Instructions for accessing user guides from the provided CD-ROM for Windows and Macintosh.

Control Panel Overview

Explains the machine's control panel, LCD, buttons, and status indicators.

LCD Screen Indications & Status LED

Details the machine's LCD screen modes and the status LED behavior.

Basic Operations

Describes how to navigate menus and perform basic operations using the touchscreen.

Warning LED Indications

Explains the meaning of the Warning LED light for various machine statuses.

Beeper Volume and LCD Brightness

Covers adjusting beeper volume and LCD backlight settings for usability.

Loading Paper and Print Media

Loading Paper and Other Print Media

Instructions for loading various paper types and sizes into the main paper tray.

Loading Envelopes and Postcards

Guidance on properly loading envelopes and postcards for printing.

Loading Photo Paper

Steps for using the dedicated photo paper tray for photo printing.

Printable Area

Details the unprintable margins for different paper types and sizes.

Paper Settings (Type & Size)

How to configure the machine's paper type and size settings for optimal printing.

Acceptable Paper and Recommended Media

Information on compatible paper types, weights, and Brother's recommended media.

Handling and Using Print Media

Best practices for storing, handling, and using various print media to avoid issues.

Paper Capacity

Specifies the maximum number of sheets the paper trays can hold.

Choosing the Right Print Media

A table detailing paper type and size compatibility for different operations.

Loading Documents for Scanning and Copying

How to Load Documents

General instructions for loading documents for copying and scanning.

Using the ADF (Automatic Document Feeder)

Detailed steps for loading documents into the ADF for scanning or copying.

Using the Scanner Glass

Instructions for placing documents on the scanner glass for copying or scanning.

Document Sizes Supported

Lists the supported document dimensions for the ADF and scanner glass.

Unscannable Area

Shows the areas on documents that cannot be scanned due to settings or margins.

Making Copies

How to Copy

Step-by-step guide for performing basic copy operations.

Stop Copying

How to cancel an ongoing copy job.

Copy Settings Overview

Overview of adjustable copy settings like paper type, size, quality, and layout.

Paper Options for Copying

Specific instructions for setting paper type and size for copy jobs.

Printing Photos from Memory Card/USB Drive

PhotoCapture Center™ Operations (Photo Mode)

How to print photos directly from memory cards or USB drives without a computer.

Using Memory Cards and USB Drives

Information on compatible memory card types and inserting them into the machine.

Print Images: View and Select

How to preview, select, and specify copies for photos from media.

PhotoCapture Center™ Print Settings

Customizing print settings like quality, file format, and naming for media prints.

Scanning to Memory Card/USB Drive

Instructions for scanning documents directly to memory cards or USB drives.

How to Print from a Computer

Printing a Document

Step-by-step guide for sending print jobs from a computer to the machine.

How to Scan to a Computer

Scanning a Document

Methods for scanning documents using the machine's scan key or computer drivers.

Scanning Using the Scan Key

How to initiate scans directly from the machine's control panel.

Scanning Using Scanner Driver/ControlCenter

Procedures for scanning via TWAIN/WIA drivers or the Brother ControlCenter software.

How to Print on a Disc (CD/DVD/BD)

Overview of Disc Printing

Introduction to printing on printable media like CDs and DVDs.

How to Load a Disc (CD/DVD/BD)

Step-by-step instructions for loading the disc tray and printable discs.

Troubleshooting

Error and Maintenance Messages

Explains common error messages and their causes/solutions.

Document Jam (ADF)

Steps to clear document jams from the Automatic Document Feeder.

Printer Jam or Paper Jam

Detailed procedures to remove jammed paper from various machine locations.

Disc Jam

Instructions for clearing discs jammed in the disc tray mechanism.

Troubleshooting Common Difficulties

General tips for resolving common printing, copying, and scanning issues.

Routine Maintenance

Replacing Ink Cartridges

Guide on how to identify and replace depleted ink cartridges.

Cleaning the Scanner Glass and ADF

Instructions for cleaning the scanner glass and ADF components.

Cleaning the Print Head

Process for cleaning the print head to resolve print quality issues.

Checking Print Quality

How to print and interpret a test sheet to diagnose print quality problems.

Checking Print Alignment

Steps to adjust print alignment for sharper text and images.

Menu and Features

On-Screen Programming

How to navigate and use the machine's menu system via the LCD.

Menu Table

Reference listing menu options, their descriptions, and corresponding pages.

Network Menu Options

Details network settings and configuration options available in the menu.

Scan Menu Options

Details the various scanning options available through the menu system.

Copy Menu Options

Explains the various settings and options available for copying.

Specifications

General Specifications

Provides basic technical specifications like printer type, memory, and power.

Dimension and Weight

Physical dimensions, weight, noise levels, and operating environment specs.

Print Media Specifications

Details paper input/output capacities and supported paper types/sizes.

Computer Requirements

System requirements for compatible operating systems and software.

Consumable Items

Information on ink cartridges, their yields, and the Innobella™ brand.

Network (LAN) Specifications

Details on network connectivity, security, and setup utilities.