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Page 1: Mobile Printer
MW-260MFi User’s Guide Mobile Printer Before using this printer, be sure to read this User’s Guide. We suggest that you keep this manual in a handy place for future reference. - Page 3 Introduction Introduction Thank you for purchasing the MPrint MW-260MFi (hereinafter referred to as "the printer"). This is a slim, lightweight thermal black-and-white mobile printer, which, by connecting to a computer or mobile device, can print via simple operations. This document contains precautions regarding use and operation of the printer.
- Page 4 Introduction Brother website information The latest information is provided on our website. You are invited to visit the Brother website to view the latest product information, and download the updated printer driver and instruction manuals. · Mobile printer products: www.brother.com ·...
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Contents Introduction ............I Contents ............1 Composition of Instruction Manuals ..... 2 Package Contents ........... 2 Part Names ............3 Operating Procedures ........5 Removing the protective film ........5 Inserting/removing the rechargeable battery .....5 Charging ..............6 Indicator lights ............9 Turning on/off the printer .........12 Using IrDA (infrared) ..........13 Using Bluetooth ............14... -
Page 6: Composition Of Instruction Manuals
1 Composition of Instruction Manuals The Safety Instructions, User's Guide, and Software User's Guide are provided for this printer. Download the Software User's Guide from Brother Solutions Center at support.brother.com. The outline of each document is as follows: Product Safety Guide Describes precautions for handling the printer. -
Page 7: Part Names
Part Names 3 Part Names Right side Paper check window Paper cassette cover IrDA infrared port Paper output slot Left side Charging Status indicator indicator light light Power switch Interface switch (selector) USB connector AC adapter connector... - Page 8 Part Names Back Battery cover Battery connector...
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Page 9: Operating Procedures
Operating Procedures 4 Operating Procedures Removing the protective film When the printer is shipped from the manufacturer, a protective film is affixed to the paper check window. Before using the printer, remove the protective film. Inserting/removing the rechargeable battery Inserting the rechargeable battery Slide the rechargeable Li-ion battery battery cover (at the back... -
Page 10: Charging
Operating Procedures When handling the rechargeable battery, see the Product Safety Guide. Charging This printer is equipped with a Li-ion battery. Use the AC adapter designed specifically for the printer to charge the battery. After purchasing this printer, be sure to charge the battery fully before using it (the charging indicator light lights up in orange while charging). - Page 11 Operating Procedures It takes approximately three hours for the battery to recharge from a completely empty state to a fully charged state (with the printer turned off). Charge the battery at an ambient temperature of 5-40°C/41-104°F. (Otherwise, the battery cannot be charged.) If the temperature moves out of the above range during the charging process, the charging stops...
- Page 12 Operating Procedures Storing the rechargeable Li-ion battery when the printer is not in use When storing the rechargeable Li-ion battery, remove it from the printer, and then store the battery in a location where it is not exposed to high humidity or fluctuating temperatures (a temperature between 15-25°C and 59-77°F and humidity between 40% and 60% are...
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Page 13: Indicator Lights
Operating Procedures Indicator lights Status indicator light A blue or green status indicator light indicates the printer is operating correctly, while a red light indicates an error has occurred. When the status indicator light is green, the USB or IrDA interface can be used. When the light is blue, the Bluetooth and USB interfaces are available for communication;... - Page 14 An overheat error occurred. If an overheat error has occurred during the printing process, the paper being printed is fed and discharged. If a system error has occurred: The printer may be damaged. Contact your Brother dealer or Brother Customer Support.
- Page 15 Operating Procedures Charging indicator light You can check the status of the power supply by observing the charging indicator light.The charging indicator light has two functions. (1) Indicating the charging status (when the AC adapter is connected) Indicator Indicator light Printer status light color status...
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Page 16: Turning On/Off The Printer
Operating Procedures Turning on/off the printer Press and hold the power switch for a short while until the green or blue status indicator light is lit. When the printer is turned on, the status indicator light lights up in blue (when the interface switch is set to Bluetooth) or in green (when the interface switch is set... -
Page 17: Using Irda (Infrared)
Operating Procedures Using IrDA (infrared) Select IrDA (infrared) using the interface switch. When the power is turned on, the status indicator light lights up in green. Position the printer and the mobile device so that their IrDA infrared ports are facing each other and are 20 cm/7.9"... -
Page 18: Using Bluetooth
Operating Procedures Using Bluetooth About Bluetooth Precautions for using Bluetooth Wireless connections are used in a wide range of fields. To prevent malfunctions, therefore, turn off Bluetooth in the following areas or locations: · Hospitals · Aircraft · Locations with inflammable substances, such as gasoline or petrol stations ·... - Page 19 Operating Procedures Switch the interface switch to activate Bluetooth. Bluetooth mode The status indicator light lights up in blue. When Bluetooth is selected, you cannot use the IrDA (infrared) function. Run the Bluetooth connection software on the computer or mobile device. Search for Bluetooth devices using the Bluetooth connection software.
- Page 20 Operating Procedures Enter the PIN (or password or passcode) (at the time of shipment from the factory, the last four digits of the printer serial number are specified as the PIN). The printer is registered as connected via the Bluetooth connection software.
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Page 21: Preparing The Paper
Operating Procedures Preparing the paper Use only the paper cassette designed exclusively for this printer. Use of any other paper may cause paper misfeeds or damage the printer. Preparing the paper cassette Prepare the paper cassette before loading it into the printer. ... - Page 22 Operating Procedures Handling the paper cassette This printer determines the paper type depending on the loaded paper cassette, then automatically selects the settings appropriate for that type of paper. Do not transfer paper to a different paper cassette. Do not try to reuse paper that has already passed through the printer.
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Page 23: Loading The Paper Cassette
Operating Procedures Loading the paper cassette Slide the paper cassette cover (on the top of the printer) in the direction indicated by (1). The paper cassette cover opens in the direction indicated by (2). Insert the paper cassette. Paper type indication The paper type indication on the paper cassette should face up. - Page 24 Operating Procedures Close the paper cassette cover in the direction indicated by (3). Slide the paper cassette Paper check window cover in the direction indicated by (4). If the paper cassette is correctly loaded, the paper type indication on the cassette can be seen through the paper check window.
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Page 25: Using The Printer
Use this driver to print data from the printer. · Manuals You can download the software installer from the Brother website (www.brother.com/inst). Double-click the downloaded ".exe" file and follow the on-screen instructions to start installation. Before installation begins, you are prompted to select software and manuals in the dialog box presenting items to be installed. -
Page 26: Feeding Paper
Operating Procedures Feeding paper If a paper misfeed occurs, remove the paper by the following procedure: If the paper has been fed out of the paper output slot: Pull the paper out of the paper output slot. Clean the paper feed roller and remove paper powder (... -
Page 27: Using The Paper Guide
Operating Procedures Using the paper guide Installing the paper guide* The paper guide (PG-200) is sold separately. Position the paper guide so that the paper check window is visible. Align the tabs on the left and right sides with the slots, and then press down until they are locked into place. -
Page 28: Maintenance
Operating Procedures Maintenance Turn off the printer before cleaning it. Cleaning the printer Clean the printer's surface. Clean off any dust or other dirt from the printer by wiping it using a soft, dry cloth. If the printer is extremely dirty, wipe it using a slightly damp cloth. -
Page 29: Cleaning The Paper Feed Roller
Operating Procedures Cleaning the paper feed roller If the paper feed roller is dirty, paper may not be fed correctly. Affix a piece of Scotch Paper feed roller tape to the paper feed roller. Remove the Scotch tape Scotch from the paper feed roller. tape ... -
Page 30: Appendix
Appendix 5 Appendix Troubleshooting Symptoms and remedies Problem Solution The printer Press and hold the power switch for a short while ( see page 12). cannot be turned The rechargeable Li-ion battery needs recharging ( see page 6). The rechargeable Li-ion battery is not installed. Install the rechargeable Li-ion battery. - Page 31 There is a paper Remove the misfed paper ( see page 22). misfeed. Even after the There may still be some torn paper in the printer. Contact your Brother dealer or Brother Customer misfed paper Support. was removed, the error cannot be cleared.
- Page 32 Appendix Problem Solution The paper does Make sure the lid of the paper cassette is firmly folded along the fold (1) ( see page 17). not feed. Make sure the paper cassette cover is securely closed ( see page 20). The paper may be dirty.
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Page 33: Product Specifications
Paper supply Brother paper cassette, automatic paper feed mechanism method Paper Brother A6 cut paper (105 mm x 148 mm/4.5" x 5.8") Print area 97.5 mm x 140.6 mm/3.8" x 5.5" Power supply Li-ion battery (BT-200: 7.4 V), charging adapter Complies with USB Ver. -
Page 34: Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions 6 Frequently Asked Questions I often wound the cord of the charging AC adapter around the adapter or bent the cord to move the adapter. This often causes the cord to break and the adapter to stop working. ... - Page 35 Frequently Asked Questions · Do not operate or store the printer in a location exposed to extremely high or extremely low temperatures, extreme humidity, clogging dust, or extreme vibrations, such as those: Inside a vehicle (particularly in a closed car under a hot sun) ...
- Page 36 Frequently Asked Questions Paper cannot be fed, although there is still paper left in the cassette. Contamination of the paper feed roller may prevent some sheets of paper from being picked up. Use Scotch tape to remove dirt on the paper feed roller. Paper feed roller Scotch tape...
- Page 37 Using paper other than that genuine Brother paper may cause frequent paper feed errors. For Brother mobile printers, make sure you use paper supplied by Brother. If other paper has been used, paper feed failures may occur frequently, which cannot be solved by cleaning the paper feed mechanism.
- Page 38 Frequently Asked Questions If the printer has been moved to a cool temperature environment: The printer may not work when the ambient temperature is lower than 0 °C/32 °F. In an ultralow temperature environment (at -10 °C/14 °F or lower), the number of printable pages becomes less.
- Page 39 Therefore, check the actual printing performance in your environment after you purchase the printer, and then use the printer under your own responsibility. 3. Brother assumes no responsibility for any damage or lost profits that result from observing the contents of this document.
- Page 40 Printed in Japan LBF086001...