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  • Page 1 Online User's Guide DCP-T220 DCP-T225 DCP-T420W DCP-T425W © 2020 Brother Industries, Ltd. All rights reserved.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Print Using Brother iPrint&Scan (Windows/Mac) ..................66 Print Photos or Documents Using Brother iPrint&Scan (Windows/Mac)..........67 Print More Than One Page on a Single Sheet of Paper Using Brother iPrint&Scan (N in 1) (Windows) ............................69 Print a Colour Document in Greyscale Using Brother iPrint&Scan (Windows/Mac) ......70 Print an Email Attachment..........................
  • Page 3 Introduction to SSL/TLS ........................143 Manage Your Network Machine Securely Using SSL/TLS............... 146 Print Documents Securely Using SSL/TLS ..................151 Mobile Connect ..........................153 ® Mopria Print Service..........................154 Brother iPrint&Scan.......................... 155 Brother iPrint&Scan Overview for Windows and Mac ................156...
  • Page 4 Refill the Ink Tanks ............................. 185 Clean Your Brother Machine ........................190 Clean the Scanner..........................191 Clean the Print Head from Your Brother Machine ................192 Clean the Print Head Using Web Based Management ..............193 Clean the Print Head from Your Computer (Windows)..............194 Clean the Outside of the Machine ....................

  • Page 5: Before You Use Your Machine

    Home > Before You Use Your Machine Before You Use Your Machine • Definitions of Notes • Trademarks • Important Notes...

  • Page 6: Definitions Of Notes

    Home > Before You Use Your Machine > Definitions of Notes Definitions of Notes We use the following symbols and conventions throughout this User's Guide: WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could WARNING result in death or serious injuries. CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may CAUTION result in minor or moderate injuries.

  • Page 7: Trademarks

    Each company whose software title is mentioned in this manual has a Software License Agreement specific to its proprietary programs. Any trade names and product names of companies appearing on Brother products, related documents and any other materials are all trademarks or registered trademarks of those respective companies.

  • Page 8: Important Notes

    > Important Notes Important Notes • Check support.brother.com for Brother driver and software updates. • To keep your machine performance up to date, check support.brother.com for the latest firmware upgrade. Otherwise, some of your machine's functions may not be available.

  • Page 9: Introduction To Your Machine

    Home > Introduction to Your Machine Introduction to Your Machine • Before Using Your Machine • Control Panel Overview • LED Patterns and Indications • Access Brother Utilities (Windows) • USB Port Location on Your Brother Machine...

  • Page 10: Before Using Your Machine

    Home > Introduction to Your Machine > Before Using Your Machine Before Using Your Machine Before attempting any printing operation, confirm the following: • Make sure you have installed the correct software and drivers for your machine. • For USB cable users: Make sure the interface cable is physically secure. Selecting the correct type of paper For high quality printing, it is important to select the correct type of paper.

  • Page 11: Control Panel Overview

    Home > Introduction to Your Machine > Control Panel Overview Control Panel Overview (Stop) Power On/Off • Press to stop an operation. • Press to exit from a selected mode. • Press to turn on the machine. Press and hold down to turn off the machine and cancel all of the remaining operations.
  • Page 12 6. Copy Shortcut • Press to make a 2 in 1 ID copy. If necessary, one of the specific copy functions can be set as a function for this button using Web Based Management. By default, 2 in 1 ID copy is set. •...

  • Page 13: Led Patterns And Indications

    Home > Introduction to Your Machine > LED Patterns and Indications LED Patterns and Indications The LEDs on your machine's control panel light up or blink to indicate machine status. Description The LED is off. The LED is lit. The LED is blinking. Status Description Standby...

  • Page 14: Access Brother Utilities (Windows)

    Home > Introduction to Your Machine > Access Brother Utilities (Windows) Access Brother Utilities (Windows) Brother Utilities is an application launcher that offers convenient access to all Brother applications installed on your computer. 1. Do one of the following: •...

  • Page 15: Uninstall The Brother Software And Drivers (Windows)

    • Windows 7 Click (Start) > All Programs > Brother > Brother Utilities. 2. Click the drop-down list, and then select your model name (if not already selected). Click Tools in the left navigation bar, and then click Uninstall. Follow the instructions in the dialog box to uninstall the software and drivers.

  • Page 16: Usb Port Location On Your Brother Machine

    To install the driver and software necessary to use your machine, go to your model's Downloads page at support.brother.com. (Windows) Or, use the Brother installation disc to set up your machine (not available in all countries). 1. Lift the document cover.

  • Page 17: Paper Handling

    Home > Paper Handling Paper Handling • Load Paper • Load Documents...

  • Page 18: Load Paper

    Home > Paper Handling > Load Paper Load Paper • Load Paper in the Paper Tray • Load Paper in the Manual Feed Slot • Unprintable Area • Paper Settings • Acceptable Paper and Other Print Media • Error and Maintenance LED Indications •...

  • Page 19: Load Paper In The Paper Tray

    Home > Paper Handling > Load Paper > Load Paper in the Paper Tray Load Paper in the Paper Tray • Load Cut-Sheet Paper or Photo 2L Paper in the Paper Tray • Load Legal Size Paper in the Paper Tray •...
  • Page 20 Home > Paper Handling > Load Paper > Load Paper in the Paper Tray > Load Cut-Sheet Paper or Photo 2L Paper in the Paper Tray Load Cut-Sheet Paper or Photo 2L Paper in the Paper Tray • Load only one size and type of paper in the paper tray at a time. •...
  • Page 21 Always make sure the paper is not curled or wrinkled. 6. Gently load paper in the paper tray with the printing surface face down. Make sure the paper is flat in the tray and the paper length guide (1) touches the edges of the paper. IMPORTANT •...
  • Page 22 9. Slowly push the paper tray completely into the machine. 10. Pull out the paper support (1) until it locks into place, and then unfold the paper support flap (2). Related Information • Load Paper in the Paper Tray Related Topics: •...
  • Page 23 Home > Paper Handling > Load Paper > Load Paper in the Paper Tray > Load Legal Size Paper in the Paper Tray Load Legal Size Paper in the Paper Tray • Load only one size and type of paper in the paper tray at a time. •...
  • Page 24 5. Gently press and slide the paper width guides (1) and the paper length guide (2) to fit the paper size. 6. Fan the stack of paper well to avoid paper jams and misfeeds. Always make sure the paper is not curled or wrinkled. 7.
  • Page 25 IMPORTANT Be careful not to push the paper in too far; it may lift at the back of the tray and cause paper feed problems. To add paper before the tray is empty, remove the paper from the tray and combine it with the paper you are adding.
  • Page 26 Related Information • Load Paper in the Paper Tray...
  • Page 27 Home > Paper Handling > Load Paper > Load Paper in the Paper Tray > Load Photo Paper in the Paper Tray Load Photo Paper in the Paper Tray • Load only one size and type of paper in the paper tray at a time. •...
  • Page 28 6. Load up to 20 sheets of photo paper with the printing surface face down. Loading more than 20 sheets of photo paper may cause paper jams. 7. Lift the output paper tray cover. 8. Gently adjust the paper width guides (1) to fit the paper. Make sure the paper width guides touch the edges of the paper and the paper is flat in the tray.
  • Page 29 Home > Paper Handling > Load Paper > Load Paper in the Paper Tray > Load Envelopes in the Paper Tray Load Envelopes in the Paper Tray • You can load envelopes in a variety of sizes. See Related Information: Paper Type and Paper Size for Each Operation.　...
  • Page 30 5. Gently press and slide the paper width guides (1) and paper length guide (2) to fit the size of the envelopes. Make sure the envelopes are flat in the tray. IMPORTANT If envelopes are multi-feeding, load one envelope in the paper tray at a time. 6.
  • Page 31 8. Pull out the paper support (1) until it locks into place, and then unfold the paper support flap (2). Related Information • Load Paper in the Paper Tray Related Topics: • Choose the Right Print Media • Paper Type and Paper Size for Each Operation...

  • Page 32: Load Paper In The Manual Feed Slot

    Home > Paper Handling > Load Paper > Load Paper in the Manual Feed Slot Load Paper in the Manual Feed Slot Load special print media in this slot, one sheet of paper at a time. NOTE To prevent dust from entering the machine, be sure to close the cover if you are not using the manual feed slot.
  • Page 33 4. Load only one sheet of paper in the manual feed slot with the printing surface face up. When using envelopes, load the envelopes with the printing surface face up and the flap on the left as shown in the illustration.
  • Page 34 IMPORTANT • DO NOT load more than one sheet of paper in the manual feed slot at any time. Doing this may cause a paper jam. When printing multiple pages, do not load the next sheet of paper until both the Power LED and the Warning LED are lit.

  • Page 35: Unprintable Area

    Home > Paper Handling > Load Paper > Unprintable Area Unprintable Area The unprintable area depends on the settings in the application you are using. The figures below show the unprintable areas on cut-sheet paper and envelopes. The machine can print in the shaded areas of cut-sheet paper only when the Borderless print feature is available and turned on.

  • Page 36: Paper Settings

    Home > Paper Handling > Load Paper > Paper Settings Paper Settings • Change the Paper Size Settings...
  • Page 37 In the Finder menu bar, click Go > Applications, and then double-click the iPrint&Scan icon. The Brother iPrint&Scan screen appears. 2. If your Brother machine is not selected, click the Select your Machine button, and then select your model name from the list. Click OK.

  • Page 38: Acceptable Paper And Other Print Media

    You can use plain paper, inkjet paper (coated paper), glossy paper, recycled paper, and envelopes. We recommend testing various paper types before buying large quantities. For best results, use Brother paper. • When you print on inkjet paper (coated paper) and glossy paper, be sure to select the correct print media in the printer driver or in the application you use to print.
  • Page 39 For the best print quality, we recommend using the Brother paper listed in the table. Brother paper may not be available in all countries. If Brother paper is not available in your country, we recommend testing various paper types before purchasing large quantities.
  • Page 40 Home > Paper Handling > Load Paper > Acceptable Paper and Other Print Media > Handle and Use Print Media Handle and Use Print Media • Store paper in its original packaging and keep it sealed. Keep the paper flat and away from moisture, direct sunlight and heat.
  • Page 41 Home > Paper Handling > Load Paper > Acceptable Paper and Other Print Media > Choose the Right Print Media Choose the Right Print Media • Paper Type and Paper Size for Each Operation • Paper Capacity of the Paper Trays •...
  • Page 42 Home > Paper Handling > Load Paper > Acceptable Paper and Other Print Media > Choose the Right Print Media > Paper Type and Paper Size for Each Operation Paper Type and Paper Size for Each Operation Paper Type Paper Size Usage Copy Printer...
  • Page 43 Home > Paper Handling > Load Paper > Acceptable Paper and Other Print Media > Choose the Right Print Media > Paper Capacity of the Paper Trays Paper Capacity of the Paper Trays Paper Types No. of sheets Paper Size Paper Tray A4, Letter, Legal, Mexico Plain Paper, Recycled...
  • Page 44 Up to 0.15 mm Envelopes 80 to 95 gsm Up to 0.52 mm BP71 260 gsm paper is specially designed for Brother inkjet machines. Up to 300 gsm for Manual Feed Slot Related Information • Choose the Right Print Media Related Topics: •...

  • Page 45: Load Documents

    Home > Paper Handling > Load Documents Load Documents • Load Documents on the Scanner Glass • Unscannable Area...

  • Page 46: Load Documents On The Scanner Glass

    Home > Paper Handling > Load Documents > Load Documents on the Scanner Glass Load Documents on the Scanner Glass Use the scanner glass to copy or scan one page at a time. Document Sizes Supported Length: Up to 297 mm Width: Up to 215.9 mm Weight:...

  • Page 47: Unscannable Area

    Home > Paper Handling > Load Documents > Unscannable Area Unscannable Area The unscannable area of a page depends on the settings in the application you are using. The figures below show the typical unscannable measurements. Usage Document Size Top (1) Left (2) Bottom (3) Right (4)

  • Page 48: Print

    Home > Print Print • Print from Your Computer (Windows) • Print Using Brother iPrint&Scan (Windows/Mac) • Print an Email Attachment...

  • Page 49: Print From Your Computer (Windows)

    Home > Print > Print from Your Computer (Windows) Print from Your Computer (Windows) • Print a Photo (Windows) • Print a Document (Windows) • Cancel a Print Job (Windows) • Print More Than One Page on a Single Sheet of Paper (N in 1) (Windows) •...

  • Page 50: Print A Photo (Windows)

    > Print a Photo (Windows) Print a Photo (Windows) 1. Select the print command in your application. 2. Select Brother XXX-XXXX Printer (where XXX-XXXX is the name of your model), and then click the printing properties or preferences button. The printer driver window appears.

  • Page 51: Print A Document (Windows)

    > Print a Document (Windows) Print a Document (Windows) 1. Select the print command in your application. 2. Select Brother XXX-XXXX Printer (where XXX-XXXX is the name of your model), and then click the printing properties or preferences button. The printer driver window appears.

  • Page 52: Cancel A Print Job (Windows)

    Home > Print > Print from Your Computer (Windows) > Cancel a Print Job (Windows) Cancel a Print Job (Windows) If a print job was sent to the print queue and did not print, or was sent to the print queue in error, you may have to delete it to allow subsequent jobs to print.

  • Page 53: Print More Than One Page On A Single Sheet Of Paper (N In 1) (Windows)

    Print More Than One Page on a Single Sheet of Paper (N in 1) (Windows) 1. Select the print command in your application. 2. Select Brother XXX-XXXX Printer (where XXX-XXXX is the name of your model), and then click the printing properties or preferences button. The printer driver window appears.

  • Page 54: Print As A Poster (Windows)

    Enlarge your print size and print the document in poster mode. 1. Select the print command in your application. 2. Select Brother XXX-XXXX Printer (where XXX-XXXX is the name of your model), and then click the printing properties or preferences button.

  • Page 55: Print On Both Sides Of The Paper Manually (Manual 2-Sided Printing) (Windows)

    2-sided printing, we recommend using 1-sided printing. 1. Select the print command in your application. 2. Select Brother XXX-XXXX Printer (where XXX-XXXX is the name of your model), and then click the printing properties or preferences button.
  • Page 56 Option for Portrait Description Short Edge (Top) Short Edge (Bottom) Option for Landscape Description Long Edge (Top) Long Edge (Bottom) Short Edge (Right) Short Edge (Left) 8. Select the Binding Offset check box to specify the offset for binding in inches or millimetres. 9.
  • Page 57 12. Click OK to print the first side of the pages. The machine prints all the odd numbered pages first. Then, the printing stops and a pop-up message on your computer screen instructs you to reload the paper. 13. Reload the paper. 14.

  • Page 58: Print As A Booklet Manually (Windows)

    2-sided printing, we recommend using 1-sided printing. 1. Select the print command in your application. 2. Select Brother XXX-XXXX Printer (where XXX-XXXX is the name of your model), and then click the printing properties or preferences button.
  • Page 59 Option for Landscape Description Top Binding Bottom Binding 8. Select one of the options from the Booklet Printing Method menu. Option Description All Pages at Every page is printed in booklet format (four pages to every piece of paper, two pages per Once side).

  • Page 60: Print A Colour Document In Greyscale (Windows)

    Greyscale mode prints your document in 256 levels of greyscale. 1. Select the print command in your application. 2. Select Brother XXX-XXXX Printer (where XXX-XXXX is the name of your model), and then click the printing properties or preferences button.

  • Page 61: Prevent Smudged Printouts And Paper Jams (Windows)

    1. Select the print command in your application. 2. Select Brother XXX-XXXX Printer (where XXX-XXXX is the name of your model), and then click the printing properties or preferences button. The printer driver window appears.

  • Page 62: Use A Preset Print Profile (Windows)

    Print Profiles are presets designed to give you quick access to frequently-used printing configurations. 1. Select the print command in your application. 2. Select Brother XXX-XXXX Printer (where XXX-XXXX is the name of your model), and then click the printing properties or preferences button.
  • Page 63 Related Information • Print from Your Computer (Windows) • Create or Delete Your Print Profile (Windows) Related Topics: • Print Settings (Windows)
  • Page 64 Add up to 20 new print profiles with customised settings. 1. Select the print command in your application. 2. Select Brother XXX-XXXX Printer (where XXX-XXXX is the name of your model), and then click the printing properties or preferences button.

  • Page 65: Change The Default Print Settings (Windows)

    Click (Start) > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Printers. 2. Right-click the Brother XXX-XXXX Printer icon (where XXX-XXXX is the name of your model), and then select Printer properties. If printer driver options appear, select your printer driver.

  • Page 66: Print Settings (Windows)

    Home > Print > Print from Your Computer (Windows) > Print Settings (Windows) Print Settings (Windows) >> Basic Tab >> Advanced Tab Basic Tab 1. Media Type Select the media type you want to use. To achieve the best print results, the machine automatically adjusts its print settings according to the selected media type.
  • Page 67 Borderless Select this option to print photos without borders. Because the image data is created slightly larger than the paper size you are using, this will cause some cropping of the photo edges. You may not be able to select the Borderless option for some combinations of media type and quality, or from some applications.
  • Page 68 Advanced Tab 1. Colour Enhancement Select this option to use the Colour Enhancement feature. This feature analyses your image to improve its sharpness, white balance and colour density. This process may take several minutes depending on the image size and your computer's specifications. 2.
  • Page 69 Retrieve Printer's Colour Data Select this option to optimise the print quality using the machine's factory settings, which are set specifically for your Brother machine. Use this option when you have replaced the machine or changed the machine's network address.

  • Page 70: Print Using Brother Iprint&Scan (Windows/Mac)

    Print Using Brother iPrint&Scan (Windows/Mac) • Print Photos or Documents Using Brother iPrint&Scan (Windows/Mac) • Print More Than One Page on a Single Sheet of Paper Using Brother iPrint&Scan (N in 1) (Windows) • Print a Colour Document in Greyscale Using Brother iPrint&Scan (Windows/Mac)

  • Page 71: Print Photos Or Documents Using Brother Iprint&Scan (Windows/Mac)

    In the Finder menu bar, click Go > Applications, and then double-click the iPrint&Scan icon. The Brother iPrint&Scan screen appears. 3. If your Brother machine is not selected, click the Select your Machine button, and then select your model name from the list. Click OK.
  • Page 72 To get the best print quality for the settings you have selected, always set the Media Type option to match the type of paper you load. Related Information • Print Using Brother iPrint&Scan (Windows/Mac) Related Topics: • Brother iPrint&Scan Overview for Windows and Mac...

  • Page 73: Print More Than One Page On A Single Sheet Of Paper Using Brother Iprint&Scan (N In 1) (Windows)

    1. Launch (Brother iPrint&Scan). The Brother iPrint&Scan screen appears. 2. If your Brother machine is not selected, click the Select your Machine button, and then select your model name from the list. Click OK. 3. Click Print. 4. Click Document.

  • Page 74: Print A Colour Document In Greyscale Using Brother Iprint&Scan (Windows/Mac)

    In the Finder menu bar, click Go > Applications, and then double-click the iPrint&Scan icon. The Brother iPrint&Scan screen appears. 2. If your Brother machine is not selected, click the Select your Machine button, and then select your model name from the list. Click OK.

  • Page 75: Print An Email Attachment

    In the Finder menu bar, click Go > Applications, and then double-click the iPrint&Scan icon. The Brother iPrint&Scan screen appears. 2. If your Brother machine is not selected, click the Select your Machine button, and then select your model name from the list. Click OK.

  • Page 76: Scan

    Home > Scan Scan • Scan Using the Buttons on Your Brother Machine • Scan Using Brother iPrint&Scan (Windows/Mac) • Scan from Your Computer (Windows) • Scan from Your Computer (Mac)

  • Page 77: Scan Using The Buttons On Your Brother Machine

    Home > Scan > Scan Using the Buttons on Your Brother Machine Scan Using the Buttons on Your Brother Machine • Scan Using the Buttons on Your Brother Machine • Scan to an Editable Text File Using OCR • Save Scanned Data as an Email Attachment •...

  • Page 78: Scan Using The Buttons On Your Brother Machine

    In the Finder menu bar, click Go > Applications, and then double-click the iPrint&Scan icon. The Brother iPrint&Scan screen appears. b. If your Brother machine is not selected, click the Select your Machine button, and then select your model name from the list. Click OK.
  • Page 79 Related Topics: • Access Web Based Management...
  • Page 80 In the Finder menu bar, click Go > Applications, and then double-click the iPrint&Scan icon. The Brother iPrint&Scan screen appears. 2. If your Brother machine is not selected, click the Select your Machine button, and then select your model name from the list. Click OK.

  • Page 81: Scan To An Editable Text File Using Ocr

    Home > Scan > Scan Using the Buttons on Your Brother Machine > Scan to an Editable Text File Using Scan to an Editable Text File Using OCR Your machine can convert characters in a scanned document to text using optical character recognition (OCR) technology.

  • Page 82: Save Scanned Data As An Email Attachment

    Save Scanned Data as an Email Attachment Send the scanned data from your machine to your email application as an attachment. To scan to email using the machine's Scan Button, make sure you select one of these applications in Brother iPrint&Scan: •...

  • Page 83: Web Services For Scanning On Your Network (Windows 7, Windows 8.1, And Windows 10)

    Web Services for Scanning on Your Network (Windows 7, Windows 8.1, and Windows 10) Related Models: DCP-T420W/DCP-T425W The Web Services protocol enables Windows 7, Windows 8.1 and Windows 10 users to scan using a Brother machine on the network. You must install the driver via Web Services. •...
  • Page 84 Make sure you have installed the correct software and drivers for your machine. • Verify that the host computer and the Brother machine are on the same subnet, or that the router is correctly configured to pass data between the two devices.
  • Page 85 1. Launch (Brother iPrint&Scan). The Brother iPrint&Scan screen appears. 2. If your Brother machine is not selected, click the Select your Machine button, and then select your model name from the list. Click OK. 3. Click (Machine Settings) to configure the settings.
  • Page 86 Home > Scan > Scan Using the Buttons on Your Brother Machine > Web Services for Scanning on Your Network (Windows 7, Windows 8.1, and Windows 10) > Configure Scan Settings for Web Services Configure Scan Settings for Web Services Related Models: DCP-T420W/DCP-T425W 1.

  • Page 87: Scan Using Brother Iprint&Scan (Windows/Mac)

    In the Finder menu bar, click Go > Applications, and then double-click the iPrint&Scan icon. The Brother iPrint&Scan screen appears. 2. If your Brother machine is not selected, click the Select your Machine button, and then select your model name from the list. Click OK.

  • Page 88: Scan From Your Computer (Windows)

    Home > Scan > Scan from Your Computer (Windows) Scan from Your Computer (Windows) There are several ways you can use your computer to scan photos and documents on your machine. Use the software applications we provide or use your favourite scanning application. •...

  • Page 89: Scan Using Nuance ™ Paperport ™ 14Se Or Other Windows Applications

    The Scan or Get Photo panel appears on the left side of the screen. 4. Click Select. 5. From the available Scanners list, select TWAIN: TW-Brother XXX-XXXX or TWAIN: TW-Brother XXX-XXXX LAN (where XXX-XXXX is the name of your model).
  • Page 90 8. Adjust the settings in the Scanner Setup dialog box, if needed. 9. Click the Document Size drop-down list, and then select your document size. 10. Click PreScan to preview your image and crop unwanted portions before scanning. 11. Click Start. The machine starts scanning.
  • Page 91 ™ ™ Home > Scan > Scan from Your Computer (Windows) > Scan Using Nuance PaperPort 14SE or Other Windows Applications > TWAIN Driver Settings (Windows) TWAIN Driver Settings (Windows) Note that the item names and assignable values will vary depending on the machine. 1.
  • Page 92 • Grey (Error Diffusion) Use for photographic images or graphics. (Error Diffusion is a method for creating simulated grey images without using true grey dots. Black dots are put in a specific pattern to give a grey appearance.) • True Grey Use for photographic images or graphics.
  • Page 93 Invert black and white in the monochrome image. • Feed Control Continuous Scan Select this option to scan multiple pages. After a page is scanned, select whether to continue scanning or finish. Related Information ™ ™ • Scan Using Nuance PaperPort 14SE or Other Windows Applications...

  • Page 94: Scan Using Windows Fax And Scan

    6. Adjust the settings in the dialog box, if needed. The scanner resolution can be set to a maximum of 1200 dpi. If you want to scan at higher resolutions, use the Scanner Utility software from Brother Utilities. 7. Click Scan.
  • Page 95 Home > Scan > Scan from Your Computer (Windows) > Scan Using Windows Fax and Scan > WIA Driver Settings (Windows) WIA Driver Settings (Windows) Profile Select the scan profile you want to use from the Profile drop-down list. Source Select the Flatbed or Feeder (Scan one side) option from the drop-down list.
  • Page 96 set a higher brightness level and scan the document again. You can also type a value in the field to set the brightness level. Contrast Increase or decrease the Contrast level by moving the slider to the right or left. An increase emphasises dark and light areas of the image, while a decrease reveals more details in grey areas.

  • Page 97: Scan From Your Computer (Mac)

    Home > Scan > Scan from Your Computer (Mac) Scan from Your Computer (Mac) • Scan Using Apple Image Capture (ICA Driver)

  • Page 98: Scan Using Apple Image Capture (Ica Driver)

    2. Select your Brother machine from the DEVICES list on the left side of the screen. (DCP-T420W/DCP-T425W) If you connected your Brother machine to your computer with a USB cable, you will see the machine in the DEVICES area. If connected via network, you will see it in the SHARED area.

  • Page 99: Copy

    Home > Copy Copy • Copy Overview • Copy a Document • Copy an ID Card • Change the Copy Shortcut Button Settings Using Web Based Management • Copy Using Brother iPrint&Scan...

  • Page 100: Copy Overview

    > Copy Overview Copy Overview To make copies, do one of the following: • Use the Brother iPrint&Scan application. • Use your machine's Mono Start/Colour Start button. • Use your machine's Copy Shortcut button. To change the button's settings, use Web Based Management.

  • Page 101: Copy A Document

    Home > Copy > Copy a Document Copy a Document 1. Make sure you have loaded the correct size paper in the paper tray. 2. Load your document. 3. Press Mono Start or Colour Start. • If you want to copy with the best quality, press and hold Mono Start or Colour Start for two seconds. •...

  • Page 102: Copy An Id Card

    Home > Copy > Copy an ID Card Copy an ID Card Use the 2 in 1 ID feature to copy both sides of an identification card onto one page, keeping the original card size. • Make sure the paper size is set to A4 or Letter. •...

  • Page 103: Change The Copy Shortcut Button Settings Using Web Based Management

    In the Finder menu bar, click Go > Applications, and then double-click the iPrint&Scan icon. The Brother iPrint&Scan screen appears. 2. If your Brother machine is not selected, click the Select your Machine button, and then select your model name from the list. Click OK.

  • Page 104: Copy Using Brother Iprint&Scan

    Home > Copy > Copy Using Brother iPrint&Scan Copy Using Brother iPrint&Scan • Make Page Layout Copies (N in 1 or Poster) • Copy Settings...

  • Page 105: Make Page Layout Copies (N In 1 Or Poster)

    • Windows Launch (Brother iPrint&Scan). • In the Finder menu bar, click Go > Applications, and then double-click the iPrint&Scan icon. The Brother iPrint&Scan screen appears. 3. Click Copy. 4. Select the Layout option you want. Option Description Off(1in1) 2in1(Portrait)
  • Page 106 Place the next page on the scanner glass, and then click Continue to scan the page. b. After scanning all the pages, click Finish. You can use Brother iPrint&Scan for mobile devices as well as Brother iPrint&Scan for Windows/Mac. Related Information •...

  • Page 107: Copy Settings

    Home > Copy > Copy Using Brother iPrint&Scan > Copy Settings Copy Settings You can configure the copy settings in the Copy screen. Option Description Copies Enter the number of copies (1-99). Colour / Mono Colour Makes copies in full colour.
  • Page 108 • Make Page Layout Copies (N in 1 or Poster)

  • Page 109: Network

    Home > Network Network Related Models: DCP-T420W/DCP-T425W • Supported Basic Network Features • Configure Network Settings • Wireless Network Settings • Network Features • Brother Management Tools...

  • Page 110: Supported Basic Network Features

    Home > Network > Supported Basic Network Features Supported Basic Network Features Related Models: DCP-T420W/DCP-T425W The print server supports various features depending on the operating system. Use this table to see which network features and connections are supported by each operating system. Operating Systems Windows Windows Server...

  • Page 111: Configure Network Settings

    Home > Network > Configure Network Settings Configure Network Settings Related Models: DCP-T420W/DCP-T425W • Configure Network Settings Using the Control Panel • Change Machine Settings Using Web Based Management...

  • Page 112: Configure Network Settings Using The Control Panel

    Home > Network > Configure Network Settings > Configure Network Settings Using the Control Panel Configure Network Settings Using the Control Panel Related Models: DCP-T420W/DCP-T425W To configure the machine for your network, use the control panel buttons. Network Settings Function Button 1 Button 2 Instructions...

  • Page 113: Wireless Network Settings

    Home > Network > Wireless Network Settings Wireless Network Settings Related Models: DCP-T420W/DCP-T425W • Use the Wireless Network • Use Wireless Direct • Enable/Disable Wireless LAN • Print the WLAN Report...

  • Page 114: Use The Wireless Network

    Home > Network > Wireless Network Settings > Use the Wireless Network Use the Wireless Network Related Models: DCP-T420W/DCP-T425W • Before Configuring Your Machine for a Wireless Network • Configure Your Machine for a Wireless Network Using the Setup Wizard from Your Computer •...
  • Page 115 Make sure you know your wireless router/access point's Network Name (SSID) and Network Key (Password). If you cannot find this information, consult the manufacturer of your wireless router/access point, your system administrator, or Internet provider. Brother cannot provide this information. Related Information •...
  • Page 116 Windows Download the installer from your model's Downloads page at support.brother.com. • a. Download the installer from your model's Downloads page at support.brother.com. b. Start the installer, and then double-click the Start Here Mac icon. 2. Follow the on-screen instructions.
  • Page 117 All iOS supported devices including iPhone, iPad and iPod touch Download and install Brother iPrint&Scan from the App Store. 2. Start Brother iPrint&Scan, and then follow the on-screen instructions to connect your mobile device to your Brother machine. Related Information •...
  • Page 118 You have completed the wireless network setup. To install the drivers and software necessary to use your machine, go to your model's Downloads page at support.brother.com. (Windows) Or, use the Brother installation disc to set up your machine (not available in all countries). Related Information •...
  • Page 119 Home > Network > Wireless Network Settings > Use the Wireless Network > Configure Your Machine for a ™ Wireless Network Using the PIN Method of Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) Configure Your Machine for a Wireless Network Using the PIN Method ™...
  • Page 120 To install the driver and software necessary to use your machine, go to your model's Downloads page at support.brother.com. Use the Brother installation disc to set up your machine (not available in all countries). 5. Select your machine and click Next.

  • Page 121: Use Wireless Direct

    Home > Network > Wireless Network Settings > Use Wireless Direct Use Wireless Direct Related Models: DCP-T420W/DCP-T425W • Wireless Direct Overview • Configure Your Wireless Direct Network...
  • Page 122 Wireless Direct Overview Related Models: DCP-T420W/DCP-T425W Wireless Direct allows you to configure a secured wireless network between your Brother machine and your wireless device (computer, smartphone, tablet, or similar), without using a wireless router/access point. You can configure a wireless network by manually setting a Network Name (SSID) and Network Key (Password).
  • Page 123 Wireless Direct is enabled and the machine starts printing the Wireless Direct Information Sheet. 2. Activate the Wi-Fi function on your wireless device and search for your Brother machine. 3. Select your Brother machine's SSID (Network Name) on your wireless device (DIRECT-xxDCP- xxxx_BRxxxx).

  • Page 124: Enable/Disable Wireless Lan

    Home > Network > Wireless Network Settings > Enable/Disable Wireless LAN Enable/Disable Wireless LAN Related Models: DCP-T420W/DCP-T425W 1. Press WiFi Button/LED and (Stop) simultaneously. The Power LED, Warning LED, and Ink LED light up for one second, and then the WiFi Button/LED starts blinking.

  • Page 125: Print The Wlan Report

    (Stop) simultaneously. The Power LED, Warning LED, and Ink LED light up for one second, and then the WiFi Button/LED starts blinking. 2. Press WiFi Button/LED. Your Brother machine starts printing the WLAN Report. Related Information • Wireless Network Settings •...
  • Page 126 3. If your wireless router/access point is using MAC address filtering, confirm the MAC address of the Brother machine is allowed in the filter. You can find the MAC address by printing the Network Configuration Report.
  • Page 127 Brother machine. 4. If the machine is still unable to connect and your router supports WPS, try connecting with WPS. To set up your wireless connection using WPS, you must enable WPS on the Brother machine and wireless router/access point.

  • Page 128: Network Features

    Home > Network > Network Features Network Features Related Models: DCP-T420W/DCP-T425W • Print the Network Configuration Report • Reset the Network Settings to Factory Settings...

  • Page 129: Print The Network Configuration Report

    The machine starts printing the Network Configuration Report. Related Information • Network Features Related Topics: • Access Web Based Management • Check the Brother Machine's Network Settings • Use the Network Connection Repair Tool (Windows) • If You Are Having Difficulty with Your Machine's Network...

  • Page 130: Reset The Network Settings To Factory Settings

    Home > Network > Network Features > Reset the Network Settings to Factory Settings Reset the Network Settings to Factory Settings Related Models: DCP-T420W/DCP-T425W You can use the buttons on the control panel to reset your machine to its factory settings. This resets all information, such as the password and IP address.

  • Page 131: Brother Management Tools

    Home > Network > Brother Management Tools Brother Management Tools Related Models: DCP-T420W/DCP-T425W Use one of Brother's management tools to configure your Brother machine's network settings. Go to your model's Downloads page at support.brother.com to download the tools. Related Information •...

  • Page 132: Security

    Home > Security Security Related Models: DCP-T420W/DCP-T425W • Before Using Network Security Features • Configure Certificates for Device Security • Use SSL/TLS...

  • Page 133: Before Using Network Security Features

    Home > Security > Before Using Network Security Features Before Using Network Security Features Related Models: DCP-T420W/DCP-T425W Your machine employs some of the latest network security and encryption protocols available today. These network features can be integrated into your overall network security plan to help protect your data and prevent unauthorised access to the machine.

  • Page 134: Configure Certificates For Device Security

    Home > Security > Configure Certificates for Device Security Configure Certificates for Device Security Related Models: DCP-T420W/DCP-T425W You must configure a certificate to manage your networked machine securely using SSL/TLS. You must use Web Based Management to configure a certificate. •...

  • Page 135: Supported Security Certificate Features

    The following security certificate features can be used with the machine: • SSL/TLS communication The Brother machine supports the following: • Pre-installed certificate Your machine has a pre-installed self-signed certificate. This certificate enables you to use SSL/TLS communication without creating or installing a different certificate.

  • Page 136: Step By Step Guide For Creating And Installing A Certificate

    Certificate from a CA 1. Create a Certificate Signing Request (CSR) using Web Based Management. 2. Install the certificate issued by the CA on your Brother machine using Web Based Management. 3. Install the certificate on your computer. Related Information •...

  • Page 137: Create A Self-Signed Certificate

    Home > Security > Configure Certificates for Device Security > Create a Self-signed Certificate Create a Self-signed Certificate Related Models: DCP-T420W/DCP-T425W 1. Start your web browser. 2. Type "https://machine's IP address" in your browser's address bar (where "machine's IP address" is the machine's IP address).

  • Page 138: Create Csr And Install A Certificate From A Certificate Authority (Ca)

    Home > Security > Configure Certificates for Device Security > Create CSR and Install a Certificate from a Certificate Authority (CA) Create CSR and Install a Certificate from a Certificate Authority (CA) Related Models: DCP-T420W/DCP-T425W If you already have a certificate from an external trusted CA, you can store the certificate and private key on the machine and manage them by importing and exporting.
  • Page 139 Home > Security > Configure Certificates for Device Security > Create CSR and Install a Certificate from a Certificate Authority (CA) > Create a Certificate Signing Request (CSR) Create a Certificate Signing Request (CSR) Related Models: DCP-T420W/DCP-T425W A Certificate Signing Request (CSR) is a request sent to a Certificate Authority (CA) to authenticate the credentials contained within the certificate.
  • Page 140 If you are using the Enterprise root CA of Windows Server 2008/2008 R2/2012/2012 R2/2016/2019, we recommend using the Web Server for the certificate template to securely create the Client Certificate. For more detailed information, visit support.brother.com, to see the FAQs & Troubleshooting page of your model. Search for "SSL".
  • Page 141 Home > Security > Configure Certificates for Device Security > Create CSR and Install a Certificate from a Certificate Authority (CA) > Install a Certificate on Your Machine Install a Certificate on Your Machine Related Models: DCP-T420W/DCP-T425W When you receive a certificate from a CA, follow the steps below to install it into the print server: Only a certificate issued with your machine's CSR can be installed onto the machine.

  • Page 142: Import And Export The Certificate And Private Key

    Home > Security > Configure Certificates for Device Security > Import and Export the Certificate and Private Key Import and Export the Certificate and Private Key Related Models: DCP-T420W/DCP-T425W Store the certificate and private key on your machine and manage them by importing and exporting them. •...
  • Page 143 Home > Security > Configure Certificates for Device Security > Import and Export the Certificate and Private Key > Import a Certificate and Private Key Import a Certificate and Private Key Related Models: DCP-T420W/DCP-T425W 1. Start your web browser. 2. Type "https://machine's IP address" in your browser's address bar (where "machine's IP address" is the machine's IP address).
  • Page 144 Home > Security > Configure Certificates for Device Security > Import and Export the Certificate and Private Key > Export the Certificate and Private Key Export the Certificate and Private Key Related Models: DCP-T420W/DCP-T425W 1. Start your web browser. 2. Type "https://machine's IP address" in your browser's address bar (where "machine's IP address" is the machine's IP address).

  • Page 145: Manage Multiple Certificates

    The Multiple Certificate feature allows you to use Web Based Management to manage each certificate installed on your machine. In Web Based Management, navigate to the Certificate screen to view certificate content, delete, or export your certificates. Maximum Number of Certificates Stored on Brother Machine Self-signed Certificate or Certificate Issued by a CA We recommend storing fewer certificates than allowed, reserving an empty spot in case of certificate expiration.

  • Page 146: Use Ssl/Tls

    Home > Security > Use SSL/TLS Use SSL/TLS Related Models: DCP-T420W/DCP-T425W • Introduction to SSL/TLS • Manage Your Network Machine Securely Using SSL/TLS • Print Documents Securely Using SSL/TLS...

  • Page 147: Introduction To Ssl/Tls

    Home > Security > Use SSL/TLS > Introduction to SSL/TLS Introduction to SSL/TLS Related Models: DCP-T420W/DCP-T425W Secure Socket Layer (SSL) or Transport Layer Security (TLS) is an effective method of protecting data sent over a local or wide area network (LAN or WAN). It works by encrypting data, such as a print job, sent over a network, so anyone trying to capture it will not be able to read it.
  • Page 148 Home > Security > Use SSL/TLS > Introduction to SSL/TLS > Brief History of SSL/TLS Brief History of SSL/TLS Related Models: DCP-T420W/DCP-T425W SSL/TLS was originally created to secure web traffic information, particularly data sent between web browsers and servers. For example, when you use Internet Explorer for Internet Banking and you see https:// and the little padlock icon in the web browser, you are using SSL.
  • Page 149 Home > Security > Use SSL/TLS > Introduction to SSL/TLS > Benefits of Using SSL/TLS Benefits of Using SSL/TLS Related Models: DCP-T420W/DCP-T425W The primary benefit of using SSL/TLS is to guarantee secure printing over an IP network by restricting unauthorised users from reading data sent to the machine. SSL's key selling point is that it can be used to print confidential data securely.

  • Page 150: Manage Your Network Machine Securely Using Ssl/Tls

    Home > Security > Use SSL/TLS > Manage Your Network Machine Securely Using SSL/TLS Manage Your Network Machine Securely Using SSL/TLS Related Models: DCP-T420W/DCP-T425W • Configure a Certificate for SSL/TLS and Available Protocols • Access Web Based Management Using SSL/TLS •...
  • Page 151 Home > Security > Use SSL/TLS > Manage Your Network Machine Securely Using SSL/TLS > Configure a Certificate for SSL/TLS and Available Protocols Configure a Certificate for SSL/TLS and Available Protocols Related Models: DCP-T420W/DCP-T425W Configure a certificate on your machine using Web Based Management before you use SSL/TLS communication.
  • Page 152 Home > Security > Use SSL/TLS > Manage Your Network Machine Securely Using SSL/TLS > Access Web Based Management Using SSL/TLS Access Web Based Management Using SSL/TLS Related Models: DCP-T420W/DCP-T425W To manage your network machine securely, you must use management utilities with security protocols. •...
  • Page 153 Home > Security > Use SSL/TLS > Manage Your Network Machine Securely Using SSL/TLS > Install the Self-signed Certificate for Windows users with Administrator Rights Install the Self-signed Certificate for Windows users with Administrator Rights Related Models: DCP-T420W/DCP-T425W The following steps are for Microsoft Internet Explorer. If you use another web browser, consult the documentation for your web browser to get help with installing certificates.
  • Page 154 11. Click Next. 12. Click Finish. 13. Click Yes, if the fingerprint (thumbprint) is correct. 14. Click OK. Related Information • Manage Your Network Machine Securely Using SSL/TLS...

  • Page 155: Print Documents Securely Using Ssl/Tls

    Home > Security > Use SSL/TLS > Print Documents Securely Using SSL/TLS Print Documents Securely Using SSL/TLS Related Models: DCP-T420W/DCP-T425W • Print Documents Using SSL/TLS • Configure a Certificate for SSL/TLS and Available Protocols...
  • Page 156 Home > Security > Use SSL/TLS > Print Documents Securely Using SSL/TLS > Print Documents Using SSL/TLS Print Documents Using SSL/TLS Related Models: DCP-T420W/DCP-T425W To print documents securely with IPP protocol, use the IPPS protocol. 1. Start your web browser. 2.

  • Page 157: Mobile Connect

    Home > Mobile Connect Mobile Connect Related Models: DCP-T420W/DCP-T425W • ® Mopria Print Service • Brother iPrint&Scan Overview for Mobile Devices • Print an Email Attachment...

  • Page 158: Mopria ® Print Service

    ® Home > Mobile Connect > Mopria Print Service ® Mopria Print Service Related Models: DCP-T420W/DCP-T425W ® ™ ™ Mopria Print Service is a print feature on Android mobile devices (Android ® version 4.4 or later) developed by the Mopria Alliance.

  • Page 159: Brother Iprint&Scan

    Home > Brother iPrint&Scan Brother iPrint&Scan • Brother iPrint&Scan Overview for Windows and Mac • Brother iPrint&Scan Overview for Mobile Devices...

  • Page 160: Brother Iprint&Scan Overview For Windows And Mac

    Brother iPrint&Scan Overview for Windows and Mac Use Brother iPrint&Scan for Windows and Mac to print and scan from your computer. The following screen shows an example of Brother iPrint&Scan for Windows. The actual screen may differ depending on the version of the application.

  • Page 161: Brother Iprint&Scan Overview For Mobile Devices

    • For all iOS supported devices including iPhone, iPad and iPod touch Brother iPrint&Scan allows you to use features of your Brother machine directly from your iOS device. Download and install Brother iPrint&Scan from the App Store. For more detailed information, visit support.brother.com/ips.

  • Page 162: Troubleshooting

    You can correct most problems yourself. If you need additional help, visit support.brother.com for the latest FAQs and troubleshooting tips: 1. Visit support.brother.com. 2. Click FAQs & Troubleshooting and search for your model name. First, check the following: • The machine's power cord is connected correctly and the machine's power is on.

  • Page 163: Error And Maintenance Led Indications

    The LED indications are explained in this table. You can correct most errors and perform routine maintenance yourself. If you need more tips, go to your model's FAQs & Troubleshooting page at support.brother.com. • Related Information references are at the bottom of this page.
  • Page 164 Status Cause Action Paper jam The paper is jammed in the machine. Gently remove the jammed paper. See Related Information: Printer Jam or Paper Jam. Make sure the paper guides are set to the correct paper size. DO NOT extend the paper tray (blinking when you load A5 or smaller size simultaneously...
  • Page 165 The use of non-Brother ink may cause frequent cleanings because non-Brother ink could cause poor print quality which is resolved by cleaning.

  • Page 166: Printer Jam Or Paper Jam

    Home > Troubleshooting > Printer Jam or Paper Jam Printer Jam or Paper Jam Locate and remove the jammed paper. • Paper is Jammed Inside the Machine • Error and Maintenance LED Indications • Paper Handling and Printing Problems...

  • Page 167: Paper Is Jammed Inside The Machine

    Home > Troubleshooting > Printer Jam or Paper Jam > Paper is Jammed Inside the Machine Paper is Jammed Inside the Machine If the paper is jammed, follow these steps: 1. Unplug the machine from the electrical socket. 2. Pull the paper tray (1) completely out of the machine. 3.
  • Page 168 7. Close the Jam Clear Cover. Make sure the cover is closed completely. 8. Push the paper tray firmly back in the machine. 9. While holding the paper tray in the machine, pull out the paper support (1) until it locks into place, and then unfold the paper support flap (2).
  • Page 169 Additional paper jam clear operations If the Power LED and the Warning LED continue to blink and you repeatedly experience paper jams, do the following: 1. Unplug the machine from the electrical socket and open the manual feed slot cover. 2.

  • Page 170: If You Are Having Difficulty With Your Machine

    If you think there is a problem with your machine, check the following topics. You can correct most problems yourself. If you need additional help, go to your model's FAQs & Troubleshooting page at support.brother.com. Using non-Brother supplies may affect the print quality, hardware performance, and machine reliability.

  • Page 171: Paper Handling And Printing Problems

    Click (Start) > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Printers. Right- click Brother XXX-XXXX Printer (where XXX-XXXX is the name of your model). Make sure Use Printer Online is not listed. If it is listed, click this option to set the driver Online.
  • Page 172 Difficulties Suggestions Look through the window of the ink tank to confirm the actual amount of remaining ink. If the remaining ink level is at or below the lower line under the minimum fill mark, refill the ink tank. See Related Information: Refill the Ink Tanks. If old, unprinted data remains in the printer driver spooler, it will prevent new print jobs from printing.
  • Page 173 • The ink bottle cap may not be tightly secured. Make sure you are using Brother Original ink designed for your model. Brother does not recommend using non-Brother Original ink, or refilling with ink other than Brother Original ink.
  • Page 174 Make sure the printing surface is face down in the paper tray. Make sure you are using Brother Original ink designed for your model. If you are using photo paper, make sure the glossy side of the photo paper is face down in the tray and you have set the correct paper type.
  • Page 175 • Check the Print Quality • Acceptable Paper and Other Print Media • Clean the Print Head from Your Brother Machine • Clean the Print Head Using Web Based Management • Clean the Print Head from Your Computer (Windows) •...
  • Page 176 Clean the Base Pad • Change the Print Options to Improve Your Print Results • Reduce Printing Noise • Error and Maintenance LED Indications • Check the Print Alignment from Your Brother Machine • Check the Print Alignment Using Web Based Management...

  • Page 177: Other Problems

    Scanning Difficulties Difficulties Suggestions TWAIN or WIA errors appear Make sure the Brother TWAIN or WIA driver is selected as the primary source in when starting to scan. (Windows) ™ ™ your scanning application. For example, in Nuance PaperPort 14SE, click Desktop >...

  • Page 178: Network Problems

    If You Are Having Difficulty with Your Machine > Network Problems Network Problems Related Models: DCP-T420W/DCP-T425W • Use the Network Connection Repair Tool (Windows) • Check the Brother Machine's Network Settings • If You Are Having Difficulty with Your Machine's Network...
  • Page 179 Use the Network Connection Repair Tool (Windows) Related Models: DCP-T420W/DCP-T425W Use the Network Connection Repair Tool to fix the Brother machine's network settings. It will assign the correct IP address and Subnet Mask. Make sure your machine is turned on and is connected to the same network as your computer.
  • Page 180 Home > Troubleshooting > If You Are Having Difficulty with Your Machine > Network Problems > Check the Brother Machine's Network Settings Check the Brother Machine's Network Settings Related Models: DCP-T420W/DCP-T425W • Print the Network Configuration Report • Configure Network Settings...
  • Page 181 If you think there is a problem with your machine, check the following topics. You can correct most problems yourself. If you need additional help, go to your model's FAQs & Troubleshooting page at support.brother.com. >> I Cannot Complete the Wireless Network Setup Configuration >>...
  • Page 182 Verify that both the IP addresses and Subnet Masks of your IP address. computer and the Brother machine are correct and located on the same network. For more information about how to verify the IP address and the Subnet Mask, ask your network administrator.
  • Page 183 If you have checked and tried all of the above, but your Brother machine still cannot print and scan, uninstall the drivers (Windows) and the Brother software and reinstall the latest version of both.
  • Page 184 Check Network Devices Using the Ping Command Related Models: DCP-T420W/DCP-T425W Check the IP addresses of both your computer and your Brother machine, and then confirm whether the network is operating correctly. >> Configure the IP Address on your computer (Windows) >>...
  • Page 185 Related Information • If You Are Having Difficulty with Your Machine's Network...

  • Page 186: Check The Machine Information

    In the Finder menu bar, click Go > Applications, and then double-click the iPrint&Scan icon. The Brother iPrint&Scan screen appears. 2. If your Brother machine is not selected, click the Select your Machine button, and then select your model name from the list. Click OK.

  • Page 187: Reset Your Machine

    The machine restarts. All Settings Use this reset function to reset all machine's settings to the settings originally set at the factory. Brother strongly recommends you perform this operation when you dispose of the machine. 1. Press (Stop) and Mono Start simultaneously.

  • Page 188: Routine Maintenance

    Refill the Ink Tanks • Clean Your Brother Machine • Check Your Brother Machine • Check the Print Alignment from Your Brother Machine • Check the Print Alignment Using Web Based Management • Change the Print Options to Improve Your Print Results •...

  • Page 189: Refill The Ink Tanks

    Brother strongly recommends that you continue to use only Brother Original replacement ink designed for your model. Use or attempted use of potentially incompatible ink in the Brother machine may cause damage to the machine and/or may result in unsatisfactory print quality. Our warranty coverage does not apply to any problem that is caused by the use of unauthorised third-party ink.
  • Page 190 2. Remove the ink tank cap for the colour you want to refill, and place it on the back of the cover, as shown. NOTE Be careful to avoid touching any ink when handling the ink tank cap. 3. Remove the ink bottle cap, remove the film from the ink bottle, and then replace the cap. IMPORTANT •...
  • Page 191 To fill the ink tank faster, insert the bottle nozzle firmly into the ink tank so that the arrow mark shown on the ink bottle in the illustration is up. 6. The bottle is self-standing, and the ink fills automatically until the bottle is empty or until the ink reaches the maximum fill mark line.
  • Page 192 (Stop). IMPORTANT • If you accidentally mix the colours by filling the wrong ink tank, contact Brother customer service or your local Brother dealer. • If you have opened an ink bottle, use it within six months. Use unopened ink bottles by the expiration date...
  • Page 193 Related Information • Routine Maintenance Related Topics: • Error and Maintenance LED Indications • Paper Handling and Printing Problems...

  • Page 194: Clean Your Brother Machine

    > Clean Your Brother Machine Clean Your Brother Machine • Clean the Scanner • Clean the Print Head from Your Brother Machine • Clean the Print Head Using Web Based Management • Clean the Print Head from Your Computer (Windows) •...

  • Page 195: Clean The Scanner

    Home > Routine Maintenance > Clean Your Brother Machine > Clean the Scanner Clean the Scanner 1. Unplug the machine from the electrical socket. 2. Lift the document cover (1). Clean the scanner glass (2) and the white plastic (3) with a soft lint-free cloth moistened with water.

  • Page 196: Clean The Print Head From Your Brother Machine

    Routine Maintenance > Clean Your Brother Machine > Clean the Print Head from Your Brother Machine Clean the Print Head from Your Brother Machine To maintain good print quality, the machine automatically cleans the print head when needed. If there is a print quality problem, start the cleaning process manually.

  • Page 197: Clean The Print Head Using Web Based Management

    In the Finder menu bar, click Go > Applications, and then double-click the iPrint&Scan icon. The Brother iPrint&Scan screen appears. 2. If your Brother machine is not selected, click the Select your Machine button, and then select your model name from the list. Click OK.

  • Page 198: Clean The Print Head From Your Computer (Windows)

    Click (Start) > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Printers. 2. Right-click the Brother XXX-XXXX Printer icon (where XXX-XXXX is the name of your model), and then select Printing preferences. If printer driver options appear, select your printer driver.
  • Page 199 Related Topics: • Paper Handling and Printing Problems • Clean the Print Head from Your Brother Machine • Clean the Print Head Using Web Based Management...

  • Page 200: Clean The Outside Of The Machine

    Home > Routine Maintenance > Clean Your Brother Machine > Clean the Outside of the Machine Clean the Outside of the Machine IMPORTANT • Cleaning with volatile liquids such as thinner or benzine will damage the outside surface of the machine.

  • Page 201: Clean The Machine's Printer Platen

    Home > Routine Maintenance > Clean Your Brother Machine > Clean the Machine's Printer Platen Clean the Machine's Printer Platen WARNING Be sure to unplug the machine from the electrical socket before cleaning the printer platen to avoid an electrical shock.

  • Page 202: Clean The Paper Feed Rollers

    Home > Routine Maintenance > Clean Your Brother Machine > Clean the Paper Feed Rollers Clean the Paper Feed Rollers If the paper feed rollers are stained with ink or have a buildup of paper dust, it may cause paper feed problems.

  • Page 203: Clean The Base Pad

    Home > Routine Maintenance > Clean Your Brother Machine > Clean the Base Pad Clean the Base Pad Cleaning the Base Pad periodically may prevent the machine from feeding multiple sheets of paper when there are only a few sheets of paper left in the tray.

  • Page 204: Clean The Paper Pick-Up Rollers

    Home > Routine Maintenance > Clean Your Brother Machine > Clean the Paper Pick-up Rollers Clean the Paper Pick-up Rollers Cleaning the paper pick-up rollers periodically may prevent paper jams by ensuring that paper feeds correctly. A Paper Pick-Up Rollers Cleaning Kit is supplied with your machine in some countries. Clean the paper pick-up rollers using the kit.

  • Page 205: Check Your Brother Machine

    Home > Routine Maintenance > Check Your Brother Machine Check Your Brother Machine • Check the Print Quality • Monitor Machine Status from Your Computer (Windows)

  • Page 206: Check The Print Quality

    When a print head nozzle is clogged, the printed sample looks like this: After the print head nozzle is cleaned, the horizontal lines are gone: Related Information • Check Your Brother Machine Related Topics: • Paper Handling and Printing Problems • Clean the Print Head from Your Brother Machine...

  • Page 207: Monitor Machine Status From Your Computer (Windows)

    Double-click the icon in the task tray. Launch (Brother Utilities), and then click the drop-down list and select your model name (if not already selected). Click Tools in the left navigation bar, and then click Status Monitor. Troubleshooting Click the Troubleshooting button to access the troubleshooting website.
  • Page 208 > Status Monitor Indicators and What They Mean (Windows) Status Monitor Indicators and What They Mean (Windows) When you start up your computer, the Brother Status Monitor icon appears on the task tray. • A green icon indicates the normal stand-by condition.
  • Page 209 The default setting is Only when printing from this PC. To turn it off, follow these steps: 1. Right-click the (Brother Status Monitor) icon or window, select the Status Monitor Settings option, and then click Options. The Options window appears.
  • Page 210 Computer (Windows) > Turn Off the Status Monitor (Windows) Turn Off the Status Monitor (Windows) 1. Right-click the (Brother Status Monitor) icon or window, and then select Exit. 2. Click OK. Related Information • Monitor Machine Status from Your Computer (Windows)

  • Page 211: Check The Print Alignment From Your Brother Machine

    Home > Routine Maintenance > Check the Print Alignment from Your Brother Machine Check the Print Alignment from Your Brother Machine After transporting the machine, adjust the print alignment if the text is blurred or images become faded, and adjust the paper feed to reduce dark lines.

  • Page 212: Check The Print Alignment Using Web Based Management

    In the Finder menu bar, click Go > Applications, and then double-click the iPrint&Scan icon. The Brother iPrint&Scan screen appears. 2. If your Brother machine is not selected, click the Select your Machine button, and then select your model name from the list. Click OK.

  • Page 213: Change The Print Options To Improve Your Print Results

    Change the Print Options to Improve Your Print Results If your printouts do not look the way you expect, change the print settings on your Brother machine to improve printout quality. Print speed may be slower when using these settings.

  • Page 214: Pack And Ship Your Brother Machine

    Home > Routine Maintenance > Pack and Ship Your Brother Machine Pack and Ship Your Brother Machine • When you transport the machine, use the packing materials that came with your machine. Do not tip or turn the product upside down. If you do not pack the machine correctly, any damage that may occur in transit may not be covered by your warranty.
  • Page 215 9. Close the carton and tape it shut. Related Information • Routine Maintenance...

  • Page 216: Machine Settings

    Home > Machine Settings Machine Settings Customise settings and features to make your machine a more efficient work tool. • Change Machine Settings Using Web Based Management • In the Event of Power Failure (Memory Storage)

  • Page 217: Change Machine Settings Using Web Based Management

    Home > Machine Settings > Change Machine Settings Using Web Based Management Change Machine Settings Using Web Based Management Web Based Management is a utility that uses a standard web browser to manage your machine using the Hyper Text Transfer Protocol (HTTP) or Hyper Text Transfer Protocol over Secure Socket Layer (HTTPS). •...

  • Page 218: What Is Web Based Management

    Home > Machine Settings > Change Machine Settings Using Web Based Management > What is Web Based Management? What is Web Based Management? Web Based Management is a utility that uses a standard web browser to manage your machine using the Hyper Text Transfer Protocol (HTTP) or Hyper Text Transfer Protocol over Secure Socket Layer (HTTPS).

  • Page 219: Access Web Based Management

    In the Finder menu bar, click Go > Applications, and then double-click the iPrint&Scan icon. The Brother iPrint&Scan screen appears. 2. If your Brother machine is not selected, click the Select your Machine button, and then select your model name from the list. Click OK.
  • Page 220 You can now change the machine settings. Start from Brother Utilities (Windows) 1. Launch (Brother Utilities), and then click the drop-down list and select your model name (if not already selected). 2. Click Tools in the left navigation bar, and then click Machine Settings.

  • Page 221: Set Or Change A Login Password For Web Based Management

    In the Finder menu bar, click Go > Applications, and then double-click the iPrint&Scan icon. The Brother iPrint&Scan screen appears. 2. If your Brother machine is not selected, click the Select your Machine button, and then select your model name from the list. Click OK.

  • Page 222: General Settings

    Home > Machine Settings > Change Machine Settings Using Web Based Management > General Settings General Settings • Set Sleep Mode Countdown • Set the Machine to Power Off Automatically • Set the Date and Time • Reduce Printing Noise •...
  • Page 223 In the Finder menu bar, click Go > Applications, and then double-click the iPrint&Scan icon. The Brother iPrint&Scan screen appears. 2. If your Brother machine is not selected, click the Select your Machine button, and then select your model name from the list. Click OK.
  • Page 224 In the Finder menu bar, click Go > Applications, and then double-click the iPrint&Scan icon. The Brother iPrint&Scan screen appears. 2. If your Brother machine is not selected, click the Select your Machine button, and then select your model name from the list. Click OK.
  • Page 225 In the Finder menu bar, click Go > Applications, and then double-click the iPrint&Scan icon. The Brother iPrint&Scan screen appears. 2. If your Brother machine is not selected, click the Select your Machine button, and then select your model name from the list. Click OK.
  • Page 226 In the Finder menu bar, click Go > Applications, and then double-click the iPrint&Scan icon. The Brother iPrint&Scan screen appears. 2. If your Brother machine is not selected, click the Select your Machine button, and then select your model name from the list. Click OK.
  • Page 227 In the Finder menu bar, click Go > Applications, and then double-click the iPrint&Scan icon. The Brother iPrint&Scan screen appears. 2. If your Brother machine is not selected, click the Select your Machine button, and then select your model name from the list. Click OK.

  • Page 228: In The Event Of Power Failure (Memory Storage)

    Home > Machine Settings > In the Event of Power Failure (Memory Storage) In the Event of Power Failure (Memory Storage) • Your menu settings are stored permanently and will not be lost. • Temporary settings are lost. • The date and time must be re-entered. Related Information •...

  • Page 229: Appendix

    Home > Appendix Appendix • Specifications • Supply Specifications • Brother Help and Customer Support...

  • Page 230: Specifications

    Piezo with 70 nozzles x 3 Memory Capacity 64 MB Power Source AC 110 to 120 V 50/60 Hz (Taiwan) AC 220 to 240 V 50/60 Hz (Other countries) • DCP-T220/DCP-T225 (Taiwan) Power Consumption Copying : Approx. 12 W Ready : Approx. 2.5 W Sleep : Approx.
  • Page 231 Dimensions • DCP-T220/DCP-T225/DCP-T420W/DCP-T425W 159 mm 435 mm 359 mm 583 mm Weights • DCP-T220/DCP-T225 (Taiwan) 6.4 kg • DCP-T220/DCP-T225 6.4 kg • DCP-T420W/DCP-T425W(Taiwan) 6.4 kg • DCP-T420W/DCP-T425W 6.4 kg Noise Level Sound Pressure Operating 53.5 dB (A) (Approx.) Temperature Operating 10 to 35°C...
  • Page 232 A4, Letter, A6, Photo (10 x 15 cm), Photo L (9 x 13 cm), Photo 2L (13 x 18 cm), Index card (13 x 20 cm) Print Speed See your model's page on your local Brother website. When printing on A4 size paper. When the Borderless feature is set to On.
  • Page 233 Interface Specifications Use a USB 2.0 interface cable that is no longer than 2 m. Wireless LAN IEEE 802.11b/g/n (Infrastructure) (DCP-T420W/DCP-T425W) IEEE 802.11g/n (Wireless Direct) Your machine has a USB 2.0 Hi-Speed interface. The machine can also be connected to a computer that has a USB 1.1 interface. Third party USB ports are not supported.
  • Page 234 Scanning System macOS v10.15.x Third party USB ports are not supported. For WIA, 1200 x 1200 resolution. Brother Scanner Utility enables enhancing up to 19200 x 19200 dpi. ™ ™ Nuance PaperPort 14SE supports Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8.1, Windows 10 Home, Windows 10 Pro, Windows 10 Education and Windows 10 Enterprise.

  • Page 235: Supply Specifications

    Black - Approximately 7500 pages Yellow, Cyan and Magenta - Approximately 5000 pages Related Information • Appendix Quoted approx. yields are extrapolated based on Brother original methodology using Test Patterns ISO/IEC 24712. Quoted approx. yields are not based on ISO/IEC 24711.

  • Page 236: Brother Help And Customer Support

    Brother product. Further product and support information is available from your local Brother office website. Visit https:// global.brother/en/gateway to find the contact details for your local Brother office and to register your new product. Related Information • Appendix...
  • Page 237 ASA/SAF/GLF Version 0...

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