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Brother LASER PRINTER HL-2140 Quick Setup Manual

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HL-2140
Before you can use the printer, you must set up the hardware and install the driver. Please
read this 'Quick Setup Guide' for proper set up and installation instructions.
How to use the printer, see the User's Guide on the CD-ROM.
Keep this 'Quick Setup Guide' and the supplied CD-ROM in a convenient place for quick and
easy reference at all times.
To view the Quick Setup Guide in other languages, please visit http://solutions.brother.com.
STEP 1
Setting Up the Machine
STEP 2
Installing the Printer Driver
Setup is Complete!
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  • Page 1 HL-2140 Before you can use the printer, you must set up the hardware and install the driver. Please read this ‘Quick Setup Guide’ for proper set up and installation instructions. Setting Up the Machine Installing the Printer Driver Setup is Complete! How to use the printer, see the User’s Guide on the CD-ROM.

  • Page 2: Symbols Used In This Guide

    User's Guide Note Indicates reference to the User's Guide which is on the CD-ROM we have supplied. Caution Cautions specify procedures you must follow or avoid to prevent possible damage to the printer or other objects.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Safety Precautions To Use the Printer Safely ... 2 Regulations ... 4 Getting Started Carton Components ... 7 Control panel... 8 Printer LED Indications ... 8 Supplied CD-ROM ... 9 Setting Up the Machine Installing the drum unit and toner cartridge assembly... 10 Loading paper in the paper tray ...

  • Page 4: Safety Precautions

    DO NOT handle the plug with wet hands. Doing this might cause an electrical shock. After you have just used the printer, some internal parts of the printer will be extremely hot. DO NOT touch the shaded parts shown in the illustration when you open the front or back cover of the printer.
  • Page 5 Safety Precautions DO NOT use flammable substances or any type of spray to clean the inside or outside of the machine. Doing this may cause a fire or electrical shock. Refer to the User's Guide for how to clean the machine.

  • Page 6: Regulations

    A shielded interface cable should be used in order to ensure compliance with the limits for a Class B digital device. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Brother Industries, Ltd. could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Industry Canada Compliance Statement (For Canada This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
  • Page 7 NERGY guidelines for energy efficiency. Laser Safety (110 to 120 volt Model Only) This printer is certified as a Class 1 laser product as defined in IEC 60825-1+A2: 2001 specifications under the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Radiation Performance Standard according to the Radiation Control for Health and Safety Act of 1968.
  • Page 8 Der höchste Schalldruckpegel beträgt 70 dB(A) oder weniger gemäß EN ISO 7779. Disconnect device You must install this printer near a power outlet that is easily accessible. In case of an emergency, you must disconnect the power cord from the power outlet to shut off the power completely.

  • Page 9: Getting Started

    • Please make sure you use a USB 2.0 interface cable that is no longer than 6 feet (2 meters). • Your printer has a USB interface that is compatible with the USB 2.0 specification. This interface is also compatible with Hi-Speed USB 2.0; however, maximum data transfer rate will be 12 Mbits/s. The printer can also be connected to a computer that has a USB 1.1 interface.

  • Page 10: Control Panel

    2 Drum LED The Drum LED indicates when the drum is nearing the end of its life. 3 Error LED The Error LED indicates when the printer is in one of the following states: No paper / Paper jam / Cover open 4 Ready LED The Ready LED will flash depending on the printer status.

  • Page 11: Supplied Cd-Rom

    FAQs and troubleshooting tips, or learn about printer solutions. Supplies Information Visit our web site for original/genuine Brother supplies at http://www.brother.com/original/ Note For visually impaired users, we have prepared an HTML file on the supplied CD-ROM: readme.html.

  • Page 12: Setting Up The Machine

    Unpack the drum unit and toner cartridge assembly. Rock it from side to side several times to distribute the toner evenly inside the assembly. Put the drum unit and toner cartridge assembly into the printer. Close the front cover of the printer.

  • Page 13: Loading Paper In The Paper Tray

    Loading paper in the paper tray Pull the paper tray completely out of the printer. While pressing the green paper-guide release lever, slide the paper guides to fit the paper size you are using. Make sure that the guides are firmly in the slots.

  • Page 14: Printing A Test Page

    Printing a test page Improper Setup DO NOT connect the interface cable yet. Make sure that the printer power switch is off. Connect the AC power cord to the printer. Plug the AC power cord into an AC power outlet. Turn on the printer power switch.

  • Page 15: Installing The Printer Driver

    Installing the Printer Driver Follow the instructions on this page for your operating system. For the latest drivers, documentation, and to find the best solution for your problem, access the Brother Solution Center directly from the CD-ROM / Driver or visit http://solutions.brother.com.

  • Page 16: For Usb Interface Cable Users

    If the opening screen does not appear, use ® Windows Explorer to run the start.exe program from the root folder of the Brother CD-ROM. Click Install Printer Driver on the menu screen. Note Choose the Install Printer Driver icon for your region.
  • Page 17 Click Finish. Note • If you want to register your product on-line, check On-Line Registration. • If you do not want to set your printer as Default printer, uncheck Set as Default Printer. Setup is now complete. Note XML Paper Specification Printer Driver...

  • Page 18: For Usb Interface Cable Users

    Go to step 9. ® For Mac OS X 10.3 or greater users: Go to step 7. The Brother software will search for the Brother printer. During this time the following screen will appear. When this screen appears, click OK. ®...
  • Page 19 Installing the Printer Driver When this screen appears, click Add. Choose USB. Choose your printer, and then click Add. Click Print Center, then Quit Print Center. ® For Mac OS X 10.2.4 to 10.2.8 users: Setup is now complete. ®...

  • Page 20: Consumables

    Consumables When the time comes to replace consumable items, an error will be indicated by the LED’s on the control panel. For more information about the consumables for your printer, visit us at http://solutions.brother.com or contact your local Brother reseller.

  • Page 21: Repacking Information

    When shipping the printer, the DRUM UNIT and TONER CARTRIDGE assembly must be removed from the printer and put in a plastic bag. Failure to remove the unit and put it in a plastic bag before shipping may cause severe damage to the printer and may VOID THE WARRANTY.
  • Page 22 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.

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