Brother DCP-120c User's Guide

USER’S GUIDE®DCP-120CVersion B

viii WARNINGThis product must be installed near an AC power outlet that is easily accessible. In case of emergencies, you must disconnect the power

A - 4 APPENDIX1.Copy(Continued)6.Color Adjust1.Red R:- +R:- +R:- +R:- +R:- +Adjusts the amount of Red in copies.2-152.Green G:- +G:- +G:- +G

APPENDIX A - 52.PhotoCapture(Continued)5.True2LifeTrue2Life:OnTrue2Life:Off1.White Balance- +- +- +- +- +Adjusts the hue of the white areas.3-1

A - 6 APPENDIX0.Initial Setup1.Date/Time — — Puts the date and time in your machine.See Quick Setup Guide2.LCD Contrast— LightDarkAdjusts the contra

S - 1 SPECIFICATIONSS2Product descriptionGeneralSpecificationsMemory Capacity 8 MB Automatic Document Feeder (ADF)Up to 10 pagesPaper Tray 100 Sheet

SPECIFICATIONS S - 2Print mediaCopyPaper Input Paper Tray Paper type:Plain paper, inkjet paper (coated paper), glossy paper2, transparencies1 2 and

S - 3 SPECIFICATIONSPhotoCapture Center™Available Media CompactFlash®(Type I only)(Microdrive™ is not compatible)(Compact I/O card such as Compact L

SPECIFICATIONS S - 4ScannerColor/Monochrome Yes/YesTWAIN Compliant Yes (Windows® 98/98SE/Me/2000 Professional/XP)Mac OS® 9.1 - 9.2/Mac OS® X 10.2.4

S - 5 SPECIFICATIONSPrinterInterfacesPrinter Driver Windows® 98/98SE/Me/2000 Professional and XP driver supporting Brother Native Compression mode a

S - 6 SPECIFICATIONSComputer requirementsMinimumProcessorSupported PCSoftware FunctionsPCInterfaceMinimumRAMRecommendedRAMAvailable Hard Disk SpaceW

S - 7 SPECIFICATIONSConsumable itemsInk The machine uses individual Black, Yellow, Cyan and Magenta ink cartridges that are separate from the print

ixChoosing a locationPlace your machine on a flat, stable surface that is free of vibration and shocks, such as a desk. Put the machine near a stan

INDEX I - 1IndexAAccessories and supplies ...iiADF (automatic document feeder) ...1-5BBrotheraccessories and suppli

I - 2 INDEXMMacintosh® See Software User’s Guide on the CD-ROM.Maintenance, routine ... 6-19Menu table ... A-1PPaper ...

EQUIPMENT ATTACHMENT LIMITATIONS(Canada only)NOTICEThis product meets the applicable Industry Canada technical specifications.

These machines are made for use in the USA and Canada only. We cannot recommend using them overseas because the power requirement of your Digital Copi

x How to access the complete User’s GuideThis User’s Guide does not contain all the information about the machine such as how to use the advanced fe

xi5Click the documentation you want to read. Quick Setup Guide: Setup and Software Installation Instructions User’s Guide (2 manuals): User’s Gui

xii To view Documentation (For Macintosh®) 1Turn on your Macintosh®. Insert the Brother CD-ROM labeled Macintosh® into your CD-ROM drive. The follow

xiiiHow to access Brother Support (For Windows®)You can find all the contacts you will need, such as Web support (Brother Solutions Center), Custom

xivTable of Contents1Introduction ... 1-1Using this Guide ...

xvAdjusting Color saturation ... 2-15Legal limitations ...

xviPrinter jam or paper jam ...6-4Paper is jammed inside the paper tray ...6-4Paper is jamme

INTRODUCTION 1 - 11Using this GuideThank you for buying a Brother Digital Copier/Printer (DCP). Your machine is simple to use, with LCD screen instr

If you need to call Customer ServicePlease complete the following information for future reference:Model Number: DCP-120C Serial Number:*Date of Purch

1 - 2 INTRODUCTIONControl panel overview1 2 3 4 5678910111Copy keys(Temporary settings):Copy OptionsYou can quickly and easily select temporary sett

INTRODUCTION 1 - 33 Stop/ExitStops an operation or exits from the menu.4 Black StartLets you start making copies in black and white.Also, lets you s

1 - 4 INTRODUCTIONWarning LED indicationsThe Warning LED lights when there is a problem with your machine. You should check the LCD display for more

INTRODUCTION 1 - 5Load documentsYou can make copies and scan from the ADF (automatic document feeder) or from the scanner glass.Using the ADF (autom

1 - 6 INTRODUCTION1Fan the pages well. Make sure you put the documents face down, top edge first in the ADF until you feel them touch the feed rolle

INTRODUCTION 1 - 7Using the scanner glassYou can use the scanner glass to copy or scan pages of a book or one page at a time. Documents can be up to

1 - 8 INTRODUCTIONAbout paperThe print quality can be affected by the type of paper you use in the machine.To get the best print quality for the set

INTRODUCTION 1 - 9Handling and using special paper Store paper in its original packaging, and keep it sealed. Keep the paper flat and away from moi

1 - 10 INTRODUCTIONPaper type and size for each operationPaper Type Paper Size UsageCopy PhotoCapture PrinterCut Sheet Letter 8 1/2" x 11"

INTRODUCTION 1 - 11Paper weight, thickness and capacity* Up to 50 sheets for Legal size paper 20 lb (75 g/m2).* Up to 100 sheets of 20 lb (75 g/m2).

iBrother numbersRegister your productBy registering your product with Brother International Corporation, you will be recorded as the original owner

1 - 12 INTRODUCTIONPrintable areaThe printable area depends on the settings in the application you are using. The figures below show the unprintable

INTRODUCTION 1 - 13How to load paper, envelopes and post cardsTo load paper or other media1Pull the paper tray completely out of the machine and rem

1 - 14 INTRODUCTION4Fan the stack of paper well to avoid paper jams and mis-feeds.5Gently insert the paper into the paper tray print side down and t

INTRODUCTION 1 - 15To load envelopes Use envelopes that weigh from 20 - 25 lb (75 - 90 g/m2). Some envelopes require margin settings in the applic

1 - 16 INTRODUCTION2Insert the envelopes into the paper tray with the address side down and the leading edge (top of the envelopes) in first. Slide

MAKING COPIES 2 - 12Using the machine as a copierYou can use your machine as a copier, making up to 99 copies at a time.Making a single copy1Load yo

2 - 2 MAKING COPIESUsing the Copy keys When you want to quickly change the copy settings temporarily for the next copy, use the temporary Copy keys.

MAKING COPIES 2 - 3Setting copy qualityYou can select the copy quality. The default setting is Normal.1Load your document.2Press Copy Quality repeat

2 - 4 MAKING COPIESEnlarging or reducing the copied imageYou can select the following enlargement or reduction ratios.Custom(25-400%) allows you to

MAKING COPIES 2 - 51Load your document.2Press Enlarge/Reduce.3Press or to select the enlargement or reduction ratio you want.Press Set.—OR—You c

ii Brother fax back system (USA only)Brother has installed an easy-to-use fax back system, so you can get instant answers to common technical questi

2 - 6 MAKING COPIESUsing the Copy Options keyUse the Copy Options key to quickly set the following copy settings temporarily for the next copy.After

MAKING COPIES 2 - 7Setting paper typeIf copying on paper other than plain paper, select the type of paper that you are using to get the best print q

2 - 8 MAKING COPIESAdjusting brightnessYou can adjust the copy brightness to make copies darker or lighter.1Load your document.2Press Copy Options a

MAKING COPIES 2 - 9Making N in 1 copies or a poster (Page Layout)You can reduce the number of pages for copies by using the N in 1 copy feature. Thi

2 - 10 MAKING COPIESPlace the document face down in the direction shown below.2 in 1 (P)4 in 1 (P)If Glossy has been selected in the Paper Type sett

MAKING COPIES 2 - 11Poster (3x3)You can make a poster size copy of a photograph.For Poster copies, you cannot make more than one copy.

2 - 12 MAKING COPIESChanging the default copy settingsYou can save the copy settings you use most often by setting them as default. These settings w

MAKING COPIES 2 - 13Setting Paper Size You can use five sizes of paper for printing your copies: Letter, Legal, A4, A5 and Photo Card (4" x 6&q

2 - 14 MAKING COPIESAdjusting brightness1Press Menu.2Press or to select 1.Copy.Press Set.3Press or to select 4.Brightness. Press Set.4Press

MAKING COPIES 2 - 15Adjusting Color saturationColor saturation can only be changed through the default setting.1Press Menu.2Press or to select 1

iiiNotice - Disclaimer of Warranties(USA and Canada)BROTHER’S LICENSOR(S), AND THEIR DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS (COLLECTIVELY BROTHER

2 - 16 MAKING COPIESLegal limitationsColor reproductions of certain documents are illegal and may result in either criminal or civil liability. This

WALK-UP PHOTOCAPTURE CENTER™ 3 - 13IntroductionEven if your machine is not connected to your computer, you can print photos directly from your digit

3 - 2 WALK-UP PHOTOCAPTURE CENTER™PhotoCapture Center™ requirementsTo avoid error conditions, please remember: The DPOF file on the media card must

WALK-UP PHOTOCAPTURE CENTER™ 3 - 3Getting startedFirmly insert the card into the appropriate slot.PhotoCapture key indications: PhotoCapture light i

3 - 4 WALK-UP PHOTOCAPTURE CENTER™The steps below give a brief outline of the Direct Printing feature. Please see the remaining pages of this chapte

WALK-UP PHOTOCAPTURE CENTER™ 3 - 5Printing the Index (Thumbnails)The PhotoCapture Center™ assigns numbers for images (such as No.1, No.2, No.3, and

3 - 6 WALK-UP PHOTOCAPTURE CENTER™Printing imagesBefore you can print an individual image, you have to know the image number.1Print the Index first.

WALK-UP PHOTOCAPTURE CENTER™ 3 - 7Paper Type & Paper Size6Press or to select the type of paper you are using (Letter Glossy, 4"x 6"

3 - 8 WALK-UP PHOTOCAPTURE CENTER™DPOF printingDPOF stands for Digital Print Order Format.Major Digital Camera manufacturers (Canon Inc., Eastman Ko

WALK-UP PHOTOCAPTURE CENTER™ 3 - 9Changing the default settingsYou can save the PhotoCapture Center™ settings you use most often by setting them as

iv Brother® One Year Limited Warranty and Replacement Service(USA only)Who is covered: • This limited warranty (“warranty”) is givenonly to the orig

3 - 10 WALK-UP PHOTOCAPTURE CENTER™Adjusting brightness1Press Menu.2Press or to select 2.PhotoCapture.Press Set.3Press or to select 3.Bright

WALK-UP PHOTOCAPTURE CENTER™ 3 - 11Color enhancement (True2Life®)You can turn on the color enhancement (True2Life® ) feature to print more vivid ima

3 - 12 WALK-UP PHOTOCAPTURE CENTER™CroppingIf your photo is too long or wide to fit the available space on your selected layout, part of the image w

WALK-UP PHOTOCAPTURE CENTER™ 3 - 13BorderlessThis feature expands the printable area to the edges of the paper. Printing time will be slightly slowe

3 - 14 WALK-UP PHOTOCAPTURE CENTER™1Insert a SmartMedia®, CompactFlash®, Memory Stick®, Memory Stick Pro™, SecureDigital™, MultiMediaCard™ or xD-Pic

WALK-UP PHOTOCAPTURE CENTER™ 3 - 15Changing the default black & white file format1Press Menu.2Press or to select 2.PhotoCapture.Press Set.3P

3 - 16 WALK-UP PHOTOCAPTURE CENTER™Understanding the Error MessagesOnce you are familiar with the types of errors that can occur while you’re using

SOFTWARE FEATURES 4 - 14The User’s Guide on the CD-ROM includes the Software User’s Guide for features available when connected to a computer (for e

5 - 1 IMPORTANT INFORMATION5Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Declaration of Conformity (USA only)declares, that the productsProduct Name: DCP

IMPORTANT INFORMATION 5 - 2WARNING This machine has been certified to comply with FCC standards, which are applied to the USA only. For protection

vBrother® One Year Limited Warranty and Replacement Service(USA only)by Brother in its sole discretion. Brotherreserves the right to supply a refur

5 - 3 IMPORTANT INFORMATIONImportant safety instructions1Read all of these instructions.2Save them for later reference.3Follow all warnings and inst

IMPORTANT INFORMATION 5 - 4liquid of any kind on the product. Do not attempt to service this product yourself because opening or removing covers may

5 - 5 IMPORTANT INFORMATIONTrademarksThe Brother logo is a registered trademark of Brother Industries, Ltd.Brother is a registered trademark of Brot

TROUBLESHOOTING AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCE 6 - 16 Troubleshooting Error messagesAs with any sophisticated office product, errors may occur. If this hap

6 - 2 TROUBLESHOOTING AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCENear Empty One or more of the ink cartridges are running out of ink.Order a new ink cartridge. No Cartr

TROUBLESHOOTING AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCE 6 - 3Document jamsIf the document is jammed, follow the steps below.Document is jammed in the top of the ADF

6 - 4 TROUBLESHOOTING AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCEPrinter jam or paper jamRemove the jammed paper depending on where it is jammed in the machine.Paper is

TROUBLESHOOTING AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCE 6 - 5Paper is jammed inside the machine1Remove the Jam Clear Cover. Pull the jammed paper out of the machine

6 - 6 TROUBLESHOOTING AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCE5Lift the scanner cover to release the lock. Gently push the scanner cover support down and close the s

TROUBLESHOOTING AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCE 6 - 7If you are having difficulty with your machineIf you think there is a problem with your machine, check

vi BROTHER MULTIFUNCTION CENTER/FACSIMILE MACHINE LIMITED WARRANTY (Canada only)Pursuant to this limited warranty of 1 year from the date of purchas

6 - 8 TROUBLESHOOTING AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCESmudged stain at the top center of the printed page.Make sure the paper is not too thick or not curled.

TROUBLESHOOTING AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCE 6 - 9Software Difficulties Cannot install software or print Run the Repair MFL-Pro Suite program on the CD-R

6 - 10 TROUBLESHOOTING AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCEHow to change LCD languageYou can change the LCD language.1Press Menu.2Press or to select 0.Initia

TROUBLESHOOTING AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCE 6 - 11How to improve print qualityCleaning the print headTo ensure good print quality, the machine will regu

6 - 12 TROUBLESHOOTING AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCEChecking the print qualityIf faded or streaked colors and text appears on your output, some of the noz

TROUBLESHOOTING AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCE 6 - 138Press (No) for black or three colors with a problem.The LCD shows:Press (Yes). The machine will sta

6 - 14 TROUBLESHOOTING AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCEChecking the printing alignmentYou should rarely need to adjust the printing alignment however, if aft

TROUBLESHOOTING AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCE 6 - 15Checking the ink volumeYou can check the ink that is left in the cartridge.1Press (Ink).2Press or

6 - 16 TROUBLESHOOTING AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCEPacking and shipping the machineWhenever you transport the machine, use the packing materials that cam

TROUBLESHOOTING AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCE 6 - 173Lift the scanner cover to release the lock. Gently push the scanner cover support down and close the

viiSafety precautionsTo use the machine safelyPlease refer to these instructions for later reference and before attempting any maintenance.WARNINGT

6 - 18 TROUBLESHOOTING AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCE7Pack the printed materials in the original carton as shown below. Do not pack the used ink cartridges

TROUBLESHOOTING AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCE 6 - 19Routine maintenanceCleaning the scannerLift the document cover. Clean the scanner glass and white plas

6 - 20 TROUBLESHOOTING AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCECleaning the machine printer platen Be careful not to touch the paper feed star wheels or encoder fil

TROUBLESHOOTING AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCE 6 - 21Cleaning the Paper Pick-up Roller 1Unplug the machine and remove the Jam Clear Cover. 2Clean the Paper

6 - 22 TROUBLESHOOTING AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCEReplacing the ink cartridgesYour machine is equipped with an ink dot counter. The ink dot counter auto

TROUBLESHOOTING AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCE 6 - 234Remove the protective yellow caps.5Each color has its own correct position. Keep the ink cartridge in

6 - 24 TROUBLESHOOTING AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCEWARNINGIf ink gets in your eyes, irrigate them with water immediately and call a doctor if you are con

APPENDIX A - 1AOn-screen programmingYour machine is designed to be easy to use with LCD on-screen programming. User-friendly programming helps you t

A - 2 APPENDIXMenu keysYou can access the menu mode by pressing Menu.When you enter the menu, the LCD scrolls.You can scroll more quickly through ea

APPENDIX A - 3 Main Menu Submenu Menu SelectionsOptions Descriptions Page1.Copy1.Paper Type — PlainInkjetGlossyTransprncySets the type of paper in t