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DCP-130C Before you can use the machine, you must set up the hardware and install the software. Please read this Quick Setup Guide for the correct setup procedure and installation instructions. Setting Up the Machine Installing the Driver & Software Setup is Complete! Keep this Quick Setup Guide, the User’s Guide and the supplied CD-ROM in a convenient place for...
Symbols used in this guide Warning Warnings tell you what to do to prevent possible personal injury. Note Notes tell you how you should respond to a situation that may arise or give tips about how the current operation works with other features.
Getting Started Carton components ... 2 Control panel... 3 STEP1 – Setting Up the Machine Removing the protective parts ... 4 Loading paper ... 4 Connecting the power cord ... 5 Installing the ink cartridges... 6 Print quality check ... 8 Choosing your language (Canada only)...
Getting Started Carton components Carton components may vary from one country to another. Save all packing materials and the carton in case for any reason you must ship your machine. Quick Setup Guide Black (LC51BK) A USB interface cable is not a standard accessory. Please make sure you use a USB 2.0 cable that is no longer than 6 feet long (2 meters).
Control panel 1 Copy keys 2 OK key 3 Navigation keys 4 Stop/Exit key 5 Start keys 6 On/Off key For the details of the control panel, see Control panel overview in Chapter 1 of the User’s Guide. Note When the machine is idle (not being used) it will return to the default display shown above. The default display can give you useful information about the current settings.
STEP1 Setting Up the Machine Removing the protective parts Remove the protective tape and film covering the scanner glass. Improper Setup DO NOT connect the USB cable. Connecting the USB cable is done during the software installation process. Loading paper You can load up to 100 sheets of 20 lb (80g/m ) paper.
Note When you use Legal size paper, press and hold the universal guide release button as you slide out the front of the paper tray. Gently adjust the paper side guides with both hands and the paper length guide to the paper. Make sure the paper side guides and paper length guide touch the sides of the paper.
STEP1 Setting Up the Machine Installing the ink cartridges Warning If ink gets in your eyes, wash them out with water at once, and if irritation occurs consult a doctor. Make sure that the power is turned on. The LCD shows: No Cartridge Open the ink cartridge cover (1).
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• DO NOT dismantle or tamper with the ink cartridge, this can cause the ink to leak out of the cartridge. • Brother strongly recommends that you do not refill the ink cartridges provided with your machine. We also strongly recommend that you continue to use only Genuine Brother Brand replacement ink cartridges.
STEP1 Setting Up the Machine Print quality check After the cleaning cycle is finished, the LCD shows: Set Paper and Press Start Make sure paper is loaded in the paper tray. Press Color Start. The machine starts printing the Print Quality Check Sheet (only during initial ink cartridge installation).
Setting the LCD contrast You can adjust the LCD contrast for a sharper and move vivid display. If you are having difficulty seeing the LCD from your position, we recommend the following contrast setting for improved viewing. Press Menu. Press a or b to choose 0.Initial Setup, and then press OK.
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Registration Web page for quick registration of your machine. Brother Support View contact information for Brother Customer Service and how to find a Brother Authorized Service Center. Repair MFL-Pro Suite If an error occurred during the installation of the MFL-Pro Suite, use this selection to automatically repair and re-install the MFL-Pro Suite.
Follow the instructions on this page for your operating system and interface. For the latest drivers and documentations and to find the best solution for your problem or question, access the Brother Solutions Center directly from the driver or visit http://solutions.brother.com ®...
Note • If this window does not appear, use Windows Explorer to run the setup.exe program from the root folder of the Brother CD-ROM. • If you are using Windows and have not installed service pack 3 (SP3) or greater: To access the PhotoCapture Center™...
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® The installation of PaperPort automatically start and is followed by the installation of MFL-Pro Suite. When the Brother MFL-Pro Suite Software License Agreement window appears, click Yes if you agree to the Software License Agreement. Choose Standard, and then click Next. The installation continues.
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It will take a few seconds for the installation screens to appear. The installation of the Brother drivers will automatically start. The installation screens appear one after another. Please wait, it will take a few seconds for all screens to appear.
Improper Setup • DO NOT connect the machine to a USB port on a keyboard or a non-powered USB hub. Brother recommends that you connect the machine directly to your computer. • Make sure that the cable does not restrict the cover from closing, or an error may occur.
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Please wait, it will take a few seconds for the software to install. After the installation, the computer will restart automatically. The Brother software will search for the Brother device. During this time the following screen will appear. When this screen appears, click OK.
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Presto! PageManager icon and follow the on-screen instructions. Note ® ® When Presto! PageManager is installed OCR capability is added to the Brother ControlCenter2. You can easily scan, share and organize photos ® and documents using Presto! PageManager ® ® Presto!
Consumables Replacement consumables When the time comes to replace ink cartridges, an error message will be indicated on the LCD. For more information about the ink cartridges for your machine, visit http://solutions.brother.com or contact your local Brother re-seller. Ink cartridge...
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The contents of this manual and the specifications of this product are subject to change without notice. Brother reserves the right to make changes without notice in the specifications and materials contained herein and shall not be responsible for any damages (including consequential) caused by reliance on the materials presented, including but not limited to typographical and other errors relating to the publication.