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General| Duplex printing | Yes |
|---|---|
| Print technology | Inkjet |
| Resolution color | 6000 x 1200 DPI |
| Duplex printing mode | Manual |
| Print speed (ISO/IEC 24734) mono | 17 ipm |
| Print speed (ISO/IEC 24734) color | 9.5 ipm |
| Time to first page (black, normal) | 10 s |
| Print speed (black, normal quality, A4/US Letter) | 30 ppm |
| Print speed (color, normal quality, A4/US Letter) | 12 ppm |
| Copier resize | 25 - 400 % |
| Duplex copying | No |
| Maximum copy resolution | 1200 x 1800 DPI |
| Maximum number of copies | 99 copies |
| N-in-1 copy function (N=) | 2, 4 |
| Time to first copy (black, normal) | 10.5 s |
| Time to first copy (color, normal) | 22.5 s |
| Copy speed (black, normal quality, A4) | 11.5 cpm |
| Copy speed (color, normal quality, A4) | 4 cpm |
| Scan to | E-mail, Image, OCR |
| Scanner type | Flatbed scanner |
| Input color depth | 30 bit |
| Maximum scan area | 216 x 297 mm |
| Output color depth | 24 bit |
| Input grayscale depth | 10 bit |
| Output grayscale depth | 8 bit |
| Maximum scan resolution | 19200 x 19200 DPI |
| Optical scanning resolution | 2400 x 1200 DPI |
| Optical scanning resolution (black) | 2400 x 1200 ppi |
| Printing colors | Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow |
| Duplex functions | - |
| Maximum duty cycle | 2500 pages per month |
| Recommended duty cycle | 50 - 1000 pages per month |
| Replacement cartridges | BTD60BK, BT5001C, BT5001M, BT5001Y |
| Number of print cartridges | 5 |
| Total input capacity | 150 sheets |
| Total output capacity | 50 sheets |
| Total number of input trays | 1 |
| Multi-Purpose tray input capacity | 1 sheets |
| Envelopes sizes | C5, Com-10, DL, Monarch |
| Maximum print size | 216 x 356 mm |
| Paper tray media weight | 64 - 220 g/m² |
| Non-ISO print media sizes | Index card |
| ISO A-series sizes (A0...A9) | A4, A5, A6 |
| Photo paper sizes (imperial) | 3.5x5, 4x6, 5x7, 5x8 \ |
| Borderless printing media sizes | Index card, Letter |
| Maximum ISO A-series paper size | A4 |
| Multi-Purpose Tray media weight | 64 - 300 g/m² |
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) |
| Security algorithms | 64-bit WEP, 128-bit WEP, SSID, SSL/TLS, WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK |
| Mobile printing technologies | Apple AirPrint, Brother iPrint & Scan, Mopria Print Service |
| Display | LCD |
| Control type | Buttons |
| Product color | Gray |
| Market positioning | Home & office |
| Power consumption (average operating) | - W |
| Mac operating systems supported | Mac OS X 10.13 High Sierra, Mac OS X 10.14 Mojave, Mac OS X 10.15 Catalina |
| Server operating systems supported | Windows 2000 Server, Windows Server 2008, Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows Server 2016, Windows Server 2019 |
| Windows operating systems supported | Windows 10, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1 |
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 10 - 35 °C |
| Included cartridge capacity (CMY) | 3 pages |
| Included cartridge capacity (black) | 2 pages |
| Noise level | 53.5 dB |
| Package depth | 238 mm |
| Package width | 510 mm |
| Package height | 485 mm |
| Package weight | 8800 g |
Weight and Dimensions| Depth | 380 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 435 mm |
| Height | 159 mm |
Defines symbols and conventions used in the User's Guide, including WARNING, CAUTION, IMPORTANT, and NOTE.
Lists trademarks and registered trademarks of companies mentioned in the manual.
Provides crucial information regarding software updates, product usage, and manual conventions.
Confirms essential steps before operating the machine, including software installation and cable security.
Details the functions and layout of the machine's control panel buttons and display.
Explains the icons and information displayed on the machine's Liquid Crystal Display (LCD).
Guides users on how to input text and characters using the machine's control panel or dial pad.
Explains how to launch Brother Utilities for accessing installed software and applications.
Identifies the location of USB and Ethernet ports inside the machine for connectivity.
Provides instructions on loading various types of paper into the paper tray, manual feed slot, and MP tray.
Details how to load documents into the ADF and onto the scanner glass for copying or scanning.
Guides on loading cut-sheet, legal, photo paper, and envelopes into the main paper tray.
Instructions for loading special print media, one sheet at a time, into the manual feed slot.
Details on using the MP tray for special media like photo paper or envelopes.
Shows the unprintable areas on cut-sheet paper and envelopes depending on application settings.
Explains how to change paper size, paper type, and other paper-related settings.
Lists acceptable paper types and provides recommendations for optimal print quality.
Provides instructions for loading documents into the ADF for scanning or copying.
Guides on placing documents directly on the scanner glass for fax, copy, or scan.
Details the unscannable area measurements for fax, copy, and scan operations.
Step-by-step guide for printing various document types from a Windows computer.
Instructions for printing photos or documents using the Brother iPrint&Scan application.
Explains how to print files directly from an email attachment to the Brother machine.
Guides on printing photos from a Windows computer, including driver settings.
Step-by-step instructions for printing standard documents from a Windows PC.
Explains how to cancel a print job that is stuck in the print queue.
Guides on printing multiple pages onto a single sheet of paper to save resources.
Instructions for enlarging print size and printing documents in poster mode.
Details on configuring automatic duplex printing for saving paper and creating booklets.
Guides on performing manual duplex printing for documents that require specific page handling.
Instructions for printing documents in booklet format using automatic 2-sided printing.
Guides on performing manual booklet printing for specific layout requirements.
Explains how to print colour documents in greyscale for faster processing.
Tips to avoid smudged printouts and paper jams by adjusting print media settings.
Guides on using preset print profiles for quick access to frequently used configurations.
Explains how to configure default printer driver settings for all Windows applications.
Details various print settings available in the printer driver for Windows.
Instructions for scanning documents directly from the machine's control panel.
Guides on using the Brother iPrint&Scan application for scanning documents.
Explains different methods for scanning photos and documents from a Windows computer.
Details on scanning documents and photos from a Mac computer.
Step-by-step guide for making copies of documents using the machine's control panel.
Instructions on resizing copied images using enlargement or reduction ratios.
Guides on sorting multiple copies to stack them in the order they are fed.
Explains how to copy multiple pages onto one page or create poster copies.
Details on performing 2-sided copying to reduce paper usage.
Guides on using the 2in1(ID) feature to copy both sides of an ID card onto one page.
Overview of various copy settings available for customization.
Comprehensive guide on sending faxes using various methods and options.
Details on configuring receive modes and managing incoming faxes.
Information on voice operations and managing fax numbers and broadcasting groups.
Covers connecting and configuring external telephones and services for fax functionality.
Explains how to print and manage various fax reports for transmission verification and logs.
Information and instructions for using PC-FAX functionality on Windows and Mac.
Guides on sending faxes directly from the machine's control panel.
Instructions for sending faxes manually while listening to dial and ring tones.
Explains how to send a fax to the other party before hanging up after a conversation.
Guides on using the broadcasting feature to send the same fax to multiple recipients.
Details on sending faxes immediately without using memory, for important documents.
Instructions on adjusting the auto redial setting for busy lines.
Explains how to cancel a fax that is currently being dialled or sent.
Guides on viewing and cancelling faxes stored in the machine's memory.
Overview of various fax sending settings like resolution, contrast, and broadcasting.
Details on setting and choosing the correct receive mode for incoming calls.
Explains how to configure the Fax Detect feature for automatic fax reception.
Instructions on automatically reducing oversized incoming fax pages to fit the paper.
Guides on printing the date and time of receipt on incoming fax pages.
Explains how to receive a fax from the other party at the end of a phone conversation.
Details on using memory receive options for managing incoming faxes when away.
Instructions for printing photos directly from a USB flash memory drive without a computer.
Table showing network features supported by operating systems (Windows, Server, macOS).
Guides on configuring network settings using the control panel or Web Based Management.
Details on setting up and managing wireless network connections like Wi-Fi Direct.
Information on printing network configuration reports and resetting network settings.
Information on using Brother's management tools for configuring network settings.
Recommends disabling FTP and TFTP protocols for enhanced machine security.
Guides on configuring certificates for secure machine management using SSL/TLS.
Explains how to use SSL/TLS for secure network communication and printing.
Details on locking machine settings from the control panel to prevent unauthorized access.
Information on accessing online services and uploading scanned content via Brother Web Connect.
Guides on printing, scanning, and faxing wirelessly from Apple devices using AirPrint.
Details on using Mopria Print Service for printing from Android mobile devices.
Overview of Brother iPrint&Scan for printing and scanning from Windows and Mac computers.
Details on using Brother iPrint&Scan for printing and scanning from mobile devices.
Lists common error and maintenance messages with their causes and recommended actions.
Guides on clearing document jams from the ADF unit.
Instructions for locating and removing jammed paper from various machine parts.
General troubleshooting topics including paper, phone, network, and AirPrint issues.
Troubleshooting steps for issues related to paper feeding, print quality, and paper jams.
Guides for resolving issues with dial tone, incoming calls, receiving, and sending faxes.
Troubleshooting for copying, scanning, PhotoCapture Center, and software-related issues.
Steps to resolve issues with network connection, IP addresses, and print queue failures.
Troubleshooting tips for issues when using AirPrint with Apple devices.
Step-by-step guide on refilling ink tanks, including cautions and important notes.
Instructions for cleaning various parts of the machine, including scanner, print head, and rollers.
Guides on checking print quality, alignment, and monitoring machine status from a computer.
Instructions to adjust paper feed settings to reduce or eliminate vertical lines in printouts.
Tips on adjusting print settings for better quality, speed, and smudge prevention.
Guidelines for properly packing and shipping the Brother machine to prevent transit damage.
Explains how to customize machine settings using the control panel.
Guides on managing machine settings via a web browser using Web Based Management.
Explains how menu settings are stored and what temporary settings are lost during power failures.
Details various general machine settings like volume, date/time, and sleep mode.
Instructions on how to print various reports such as User Settings and Network Configuration.
Provides tables detailing machine menu selections and options for different LCD types.
Guides on adjusting ring, beep, and speaker volumes on the machine.
Explains how to set the machine to automatically adjust for Daylight Saving Time.
Instructions for manually adjusting the machine's time for Daylight Saving Time.
Details on setting the sleep mode timer to reduce power consumption.
Guides on configuring the auto power off feature to conserve energy.
Instructions on setting the machine's date and time for accurate fax headers.
Guides on adjusting the LCD backlight brightness for better readability.
Instructions on setting the duration the LCD backlight remains active.
Guides on setting the machine's Station ID for fax headers and date/time stamping.
Instructions on changing the dialling mode from Tone to Pulse or vice versa.
Details on using the Quiet Mode setting to reduce printing noise.
Guides on changing the language displayed on the machine's LCD screen.
Explanation of Web Based Management as a utility for managing the machine via a web browser.
Instructions on accessing Web Based Management through Brother iPrint&Scan or a web browser.
Guides on setting or changing the default login password for Web Based Management.
Instructions on managing the machine's address book via Web Based Management.
Detailed technical specifications of the machine, including print head, power, and dimensions.
Information on ink bottle models and approximate yields for replacement supplies.
Provides contact information and resources for product support and troubleshooting.
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