Brother DCP-8110D User's Guide

Basic User’s GuideDCP-8110DDCP-8110DNDCP-8155DN Not all models are available in all countries.Version 0ARL/ASA/NZ/SAF/GLF

Chapter 12Accessing the Advanced User's Guide, Software User's Guide and Network User's Guide1This Basic User's Guide does not con

92 Black toner marks across the page If you use label sheets for laser printers, the glue from the sheets may sometimes stick to the OPC drum surface

Troubleshooting93B Image skewed Make sure that the paper or other print media is loaded correctly in the paper tray and that the guides are not too t

94 Envelope Creases Make sure that envelopes are printed with the back cover (face-up output tray) opened.uu Printing on thick paper, labels and enve

Troubleshooting95BMachine Information BChecking the Serial Number BYou can see the machine’s Serial Number on the LCD.a (DCP-8110DN and DCP-8155DN)Pre

96COn-screen programmingCYour machine has been designed to be easy to use. The LCD provides on-screen programming using the menu keys.We have created

Menu and features97CMenu table CThe factory settings are shown in Bold with an asterisk.Choose & OK Choose & OK To accept To exit

981.General Setup(Continued)1.Paper(Continued)2.Paper Size1.MP Tray A4*LetterLegalExecutiveA5A5 LA6B5B6FolioAnySets the size of the paper in the paper

Menu and features99C1.General Setup(Continued)3.Ecology1.Toner Save— OnOff*Increases the page yield of the toner cartridge.See .2.Sleep Time— Range va

1001.General Setup(Continued)6.LCD Contrast——-nnnno+-nnnon+-nnonn+*-nonnn+-onnnn+Adjusts the contrast of the LCD.See .7.Security(DCP-8110DN and DCP-81

Menu and features101C1.General Setup(Continued)0.Local Language(except DCP-8110D)— — (Choose your language.)Allows you to change the LCD language for

General information31e Double-click top.pdf. If the country screen appears, choose your country.f After the list of User’s Guides appears, choose the

102Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Options Descriptions Page2.Copy 1.Quality — Auto*TextPhotoGraphYou can choose the Copy resolution for your type of document

Menu and features103CLevel 1 Level 2 Level 3 Options Descriptions Page3.Printer 1.Emulation — Auto(EPSON)*Auto(IBM)HP LaserJetBR-Script 3Epson FX-850I

104Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Options Descriptions Page4.USB Direct I/F1.Direct Print 1.Paper Size A4*LetterLegalExecutiveA5A5 LA6B5B6FolioSets the paper

Menu and features105C4.USB Direct I/F(Continued)1.Direct Print(Continued)6.Print QualityNormal*FineSets the print quality option when printing directl

106Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Options Descriptions Page5.Network(DCP-8110DN and DCP-8155DN)1.TCP/IP1.Boot Method— Auto*StaticRARPBOOTPDHCPChooses

Menu and features107C5.Network(DCP-8110DN and DCP-8155DN)(Continued)1.TCP/IP(Continued)8.DNS Server— Primary[000-255]. [000-255]. [000-255]. [000-255]

1085.Network(DCP-8110DN and DCP-8155DN)(Continued)5.Scan To FTP——Color 100 dpi*Color 200 dpiColor 300 dpiColor 600 dpiColor AutoGray 100 dpiGray 200 d

Menu and features109CLevel 1 Level 2 Level 3 Options Descriptions Page6.Machine Info.(DCP-8110DN and DCP-8155DN)5.Machine Info.(DCP-8110D)1.Date&T

110Entering text CWhen setting certain menu selections, you will need to type text characters. The numeric keys have letters printed on them. The keys

Menu and features111CSpecial characters and symbolsPress l, # or 0, then press d or c to move the cursor to the symbol or character you want. Press OK

Chapter 14How to access the User's Guides for Advanced Features1You can view and download these Guides from the Brother Solutions Center at:http:

112DGeneral D1USB connections to PCSpecifications DModel DCP-8110D DCP-8110DN DCP-8155DNPrinter Type LaserPrint Method Electrophotographic Laser Print

Specifications113DModel DCP-8110D DCP-8110DN DCP-8155DNDimensions(Continued) Noise Level Sound PressurePrinting LPAm = 59 dB (A)Ready LPAm = 37 dB (A)

114Document Size DModel DCP-8110D DCP-8110DN DCP-8155DNDocument Size (Single-sided)ADF Width 147.3 to 215.9 mmADF Length 147.3 to 355.6 mmScanner Glas

Specifications115DPrint media D1For labels, we recommend removing printed pages from the output paper tray immediately after they exit the machine to

116Copy D1From Ready mode and standard trayModel DCP-8110D DCP-8110DN DCP-8155DNCopy Width Max. 210 mm Automatic 2-sided (Duplex) Copy - Yes (from ADF

Specifications117DScanner D1For the latest driver updates for the version of Mac OS X you are using, visit us at http://solutions.brother.com/.2Maximu

118Printer D1The print speed may vary depending on the type of document you print.2From Ready mode and standard trayModel DCP-8110D DCP-8110DN DCP-815

Specifications119DDirect Print feature D1PDF data including a JBIG2 image file, a JPEG2000 image file or a transparency file is not supported.2Not ava

120Computer requirements DMinimum System Requirements and Supported PC Software FunctionsComputer Platform & Operating System VersionProcessor Mi

Specifications121D1For WIA, 1200 x 1200 resolution. Brother Scanner Utility enables to enhance up to 19200 x 19200 dpi.2Third-party USB ports are not

General information51Accessing Brother Support (Macintosh) 1You can find all the links you will need, such as Web support (Brother Solutions Center) o

122Consumable items D(For Oceania) D(For Asia) D1Approx. cartridge yield is declared in accordance with ISO/IEC 19752.2Drum life is approximate and ma

Specifications123DInterfaces D1Your machine has a Hi-Speed USB 2.0 interface. The machine can also be connected to a computer that has a USB 1.1 inter

124Network (LAN) DNoteFor more information about the Network specifications uu the Network User's Guide. 1(For Windows® users) Brother BRAdmin Li

125EEAADF (automatic document feeder)using ...24Apple MacintoshSee Software User's Guide.CClea

126OOut of Memory message ...66PPaper ...19how to load ...

For Australia Only:Support – For technical support of your Brother Product other than what you can resolve through the User's Guide, please visit

Visit us on the World Wide Webhttp://www.brother.com/These machines are approved for use in the country of purchase only. Local Brother companiesor th

Chapter 16Control panel overview 1DCP-8110D, DCP-8110DN and DCP-8155DN have the same keys. The illustration is based on the DCP-8155DN. 1 COPY keys:Op

General information71 5 Menu keys:ClearDeletes entered data or lets you cancel the current setting.MenuLets you access the Menu to program your settin

Chapter 18Data LED indications 1The Data LED (light emitting diode) will flash depending on the machine’s status. LED Machine's Status Descriptio

General information91Volume settings 1Beeper volume 1When the beeper is on, the machine will beep when you press a key or make a mistake. You can choo

102Loading paper and print media2The machine can feed paper from the standard paper tray, optional lower tray or multi-purpose tray.NoteIf your applic

Loading paper112c Fan the stack of paper well to avoid paper jams and misfeeds. d Put paper in the tray and make sure: The paper is below the maximum

If you need to call Customer ServicePlease complete the following information for future reference:Model Number: DCP-8110D / DCP-8110DN / DCP-8155DN (

Chapter 212Loading paper in the multi-purpose tray (MP tray) 2You can load up to 3 envelopes or special print media in the MP tray or up to 50 sheets

Loading paper132c Put paper in the MP tray and make sure: The paper stays under the maximum paper mark (1). The side to be printed on must be face u

Chapter 214Printing on thick paper, labels and envelopes from the MP tray 2Before loading, press the corners and sides of the envelopes to make them a

Loading paper152d Put paper, labels or envelopes in the MP tray. Make sure: The number of envelopes in the MP tray does not exceed 3. The paper, lab

Chapter 216Unscannable and unprintable areas 2The figures below show maximum unscannable and unprintable areas. These areas may vary depending on the

Loading paper172Paper settings 2Paper Type 2Set up the machine for the type of paper you are using. This will give you the best print quality.a Do one

Chapter 218Tray Use in COPY mode 2You can change the priority tray that the machine will use for printing copies.When you choose Tray#1 Only, MP Only

Loading paper192Acceptable paper and other print media 2Print quality may vary according to the type of paper you are using.You can use the following

Chapter 220Paper capacity of the paper trays 21Legal or Folio size paper are not available in some regions.2Folio size is 8.5 in. × 13 in.Recommended

Loading paper212Handling and using special paper 2The machine is designed to work well with most types of xerographic and bond paper. However, some pa

iUser's Guides and where do I find them?1PDF printing is not supported on Windows® Phone.2Visit us at http://solutions.brother.com/.Which Guide?

Chapter 222Envelopes 2Most envelopes designed for laser printers will be suitable for your machine. However, some envelopes may have feed and print-qu

Loading paper232Labels 2The machine will print on most types of labels designed for use with a laser machine. Labels should have an adhesive that is a

243How to load documents3You can copy and scan from the ADF (automatic document feeder) or the scanner glass.Using the automatic document feeder (ADF)

Loading documents253d Adjust the paper guides (1) to fit the width of your document. NoteTo scan non-standard documents, see Using the scanner glass u

264How to copy 4The following steps show the basic copy operation. 1 No. of CopiesUse the numeric pad to enter the number of copies you want.a Do one

2755With the Direct Print feature, you do not need a computer to print data. You can print by just plugging your USB Flash memory drive into the machi

Chapter 528Printing data directly from the USB Flash memory drive or digital camera supporting mass storage5a Connect your device to the USB direct in

Printing data from a USB Flash memory drive or digital camera supporting mass storage295c Press a or b to choose the folder name or file name you want

Chapter 530Note• You can change the default tray that the machine will use for printing. Press Menu, 1, 5, 2, and then press a or b to select the tra

3166Printing a document 6The machine can receive data from your computer and print it. To print from a computer you must install the printer driver.(u

iiTable of Contents(Basic User’s Guide)1 General information 1Using the documentation ...

327Scanning a document as a PDF file using ControlCenter4 (Windows®) 7(Detailed information uu Software User's Guide: Scanning) NoteThe screens o

How to scan to a computer337e Set the scanning configuration.Click Configuration, then select Button settings, Scan and File. The configuration dialog

Chapter 734g Click File.The machine starts the scanning process. The folder where the scanned data is saved will open automatically.

How to scan to a computer357Changing the SCAN key settings 7Before scanning 7To use the machine as a scanner, install a scanner driver. If the machine

Chapter 736e Choose the File tab. You can change the default settings. 1 You can choose the file type from the pull-down list.2 You can enter the file

How to scan to a computer377Scanning using the SCAN key 7a Load your document. (See How to load documents uu page 24.)b Press (SCAN).c Press a or b t

38AReplacing the consumable items AThe following messages appear on the LCD in the Ready mode. These messages provide advanced warnings to replace the

Routine maintenance39A1A4 or Letter size single-sided pages.2Approx. cartridge yield is declared in accordance with ISO/IEC 19752.3Standard toner cart

40You will need to clean the machine regularly and replace the consumable items when the following messages are displayed on the LCD.1A4 or Letter siz

Routine maintenance41AReplacing the toner cartridge A(For Oceania)Model name: TN-3310, TN-3340(For Asia)Model name: TN-3320, TN-3350, TN-3370The Stand

iii5 Printing data from a USB Flash memory drive or digital camera supporting mass storage 27Creating a PRN file for direct printing ...

42Replacing the toner cartridge Aa Leave the machine turned on for 10 minutes for the internal fan to cool the extremely hot parts inside the machine.

Routine maintenance43AImportant• We recommend that you place the drum unit and toner cartridge assembly on a clean, flat surface with a piece of dispo

44Important• Handle the toner cartridge carefully. If toner scatters on your hands or clothes, immediately wipe or wash it off with cold water.• To av

Routine maintenance45AImportant• Unpack the toner cartridge just before you put it in the machine. If a toner cartridge is left unpacked for a long ti

46NoteMake sure that you put in the toner cartridge correctly or it may separate from the drum unit. h Clean the corona wire inside the drum unit by g

Routine maintenance47AReplacing the drum unit A(For Oceania)Model name: DR-3325(For Asia)Model name: DR-3355A new drum unit can print approximately 30

48Replacing the drum unit AImportant• While removing the drum unit, handle it carefully because it may contain toner. If toner scatters on your hands

Routine maintenance49AImportant• We recommend that you place the drum unit and toner cartridge assembly on a clean, flat surface with a piece of dispo

50Important• Handle the toner cartridge carefully. If toner scatters on your hands or clothes, immediately wipe or wash it off with cold water.• To av

Routine maintenance51ANoteMake sure that you put in the toner cartridge correctly or it may separate from the drum unit. g Put the drum unit and toner

ivC Menu and features 96On-screen programming...96How to access the

52Cleaning and Checking the machine AClean the outside and inside of the machine regularly with a dry, lint-free cloth. When you replace the toner car

Routine maintenance53Af Remove anything that is stuck inside the paper tray.g Wipe the inside and the outside of the paper tray with a dry, lint-free

54NoteIn addition to cleaning the scanner glass and glass strip with a soft lint-free cloth moistened with water, run your finger tip over the glass t

Routine maintenance55AWARNING HOT SURFACEAfter you have just used the machine, some internal parts of the machine will be extremely hot. Wait for the

56d Clean the corona wire inside the drum unit by gently sliding the green tab back and forth several times. NoteBe sure to return the tab to the home

Routine maintenance57Ae Take out the drum unit and toner cartridge assembly. WARNING HOT SURFACEAfter you have just used the machine, some internal p

58f Push down the green lock lever and take the toner cartridge out of the drum unit. g Turn the drum unit as shown in the illustration. Make sure tha

Routine maintenance59Ai Turn the drum unit gear toward you by hand while checking the surface of the suspected area. j When you have found the mark on

60m Put the drum unit and toner cartridge assembly back into the machine. n Close the front cover of the machine.o Turn on the machine and try a test

Routine maintenance61Ad Tightly wring out a lint-free cloth soaked in lukewarm water, and then wipe the separator pad (1) on the paper tray to remove

vTable of Contents(Advanced User's Guide)You can view the Advanced User's Guide on the Installer CD-ROM.The Advanced User's Guide expla

62BIf you think there is a problem with your machine, check each of the items below first and then follow the troubleshooting tips.You can correct mos

Troubleshooting63BError and maintenance messages BAs with any sophisticated office product, errors may occur and consumable items may need to be repla

64DIMM Error  The DIMM is not installed correctly. The DIMM is broken. The DIMM does not meet the required specifications. Turn off the machine an

Troubleshooting65BJam Tray 1Jam Tray 2The paper is jammed in the paper tray of the machine.See Paper is jammed in paper tray 1 or tray 2 uu page 72.Li

66Out of Memory The machine’s memory is full. Copy operation in processDo one of the following: Press Start to copy the scanned pages. Press Stop/Ex

Troubleshooting67BReplace PartsLaser UnitIt is time to replace the laser unit.Call Brother customer service or a Brother Authorized Service Center to

68Unusable DeviceRemove the Device. Turn the power off and back on again.A defective USB device or a high power consumption USB device has been connec

Troubleshooting69BDocument Jams BDocument is jammed in the top of the ADF unit Ba Take out any paper from the ADF that is not jammed.b Open the ADF co

70Removing small documents jammed in the ADF Ba Lift the document cover.b Insert a piece of stiff paper, such as cardstock, into the ADF to push any s

Troubleshooting71BPaper Jams BAlways remove all paper from the paper tray and straighten the stack when you add new paper. This helps prevent paper ja

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72Paper is jammed in paper tray 1 or tray 2 BIf the LCD shows Jam Tray 1 or Jam Tray 2, follow these steps:a Pull the paper tray completely out of the

Troubleshooting73BPaper is jammed at the back of the machine BIf the LCD shows Jam Rear, a paper jam has occurred behind the back cover. Follow these

74WARNING HOT SURFACEAfter you have just used the machine, some internal parts of the machine will be extremely hot. Wait for the machine to cool dow

Troubleshooting75BWARNING HOT SURFACEAfter you have just used the machine, some internal parts of the machine will be extremely hot. Wait for the mac

76i Put the drum unit and toner cartridge assembly back into the machine. j Close the front cover of the machine.Paper is jammed inside the machine BI

Troubleshooting77BNotePulling the jammed paper downward allows you to remove the paper easier. d Press the front cover release button and then open th

78WARNING HOT SURFACEAfter you have just used the machine, some internal parts of the machine will be extremely hot. Wait for the machine to cool dow

Troubleshooting79Bf Push down the green lock lever and take the toner cartridge out of the drum unit. Remove the jammed paper if there is any inside t

80Paper is jammed in the duplex tray BIf the LCD shows Jam Duplex, follow these steps:a Leave the machine turned on for 10 minutes for the internal fa

Troubleshooting81Bf Pull the duplex tray completely out of the machine. g Pull the jammed paper out of the machine or out of the duplex tray. h Make s

111Using the documentation1Thank you for buying a Brother machine! Reading the documentation will help you make the most of your machine.Symbols and c

82If you are having difficulty with your machine BImportant• For technical help, you must call the country where you bought the machine. Calls must be

Troubleshooting83BThe machine prints the first couple of pages correctly, then some pages have text missing.Check the settings in your application to

84Paper handling difficultiesDifficulties SuggestionsThe machine does not feed paper. If the LCD shows the Paper Jam message and you still have a prob

Troubleshooting85BCopying difficultiesDifficulties SuggestionsCannot make a copy. See How to copy uu page 26.Contact your administrator to check your

86Network difficulties (for DCP-8110DN and DCP-8155DN)Difficulties SuggestionsCannot print over a wired Network. Make sure your machine is powered on,

Troubleshooting87B1For Windows® 7 and Windows Server® 2008 R2: Printer properties, and Brother DCP-XXXX BR-Script3 if necessaryOther difficultiesDiffi

88Improving the print quality BIf you have a print quality problem, print a test page first (Menu, 3, 2, 3). If the printout looks good, the problem i

Troubleshooting89B Grey background Make sure that you use paper that meets our specifications.uu Acceptable paper and other print media uu page 19 C

90 Hollow print Make sure that you use paper that meets our specifications.uu Acceptable paper and other print media uu page 19 Choose Thick Paper m

Troubleshooting91B Lines across the page Clean the corona wire inside the drum unit.uu Cleaning the corona wire uu page 54 The drum unit may be dama