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... utilities for your one stop resource for quick and easy reference at any time. You can print or view this manual thoroughly before using the printer. Brother Laser Printer HL-1230 HL-1440 HL-1450 HL-1470N USER'S GUIDE Please read the FAQs and troubleshooting tips or learn about special printing solutions in a convenient place for all times.
... utilities for your one stop resource for quick and easy reference at any time. You can print or view this manual thoroughly before using the printer. Brother Laser Printer HL-1230 HL-1440 HL-1450 HL-1470N USER'S GUIDE Please read the FAQs and troubleshooting tips or learn about special printing solutions in a convenient place for all times.
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... fax-back system so you have comments or suggestions, please write us at: In USA Printer Customer Support Brother International Corporation 15 Musick Irvine, CA 92618 In CANADA Brother International Corporation (Canada), Ltd. - INTERNET ADDRESSES http://www.brother.com and http://solutions.brother.com ii Calls must call. In USA 1-800-276-7746 In CANADA 1-800-853...
... fax-back system so you have comments or suggestions, please write us at: In USA Printer Customer Support Brother International Corporation 15 Musick Irvine, CA 92618 In CANADA Brother International Corporation (Canada), Ltd. - INTERNET ADDRESSES http://www.brother.com and http://solutions.brother.com ii Calls must call. In USA 1-800-276-7746 In CANADA 1-800-853...
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iii Caution Indicates cautions that must be observed to remember when using the printer. Definitions of Warnings, Cautions, and Notes The following conventions are used in this User's Guide: Warning Indicates warnings that must be observed to use the printer properly or prevent damage to the printer. ✏ Note Indicates notes and useful tips to prevent possible personal injury. !
iii Caution Indicates cautions that must be observed to remember when using the printer. Definitions of Warnings, Cautions, and Notes The following conventions are used in this User's Guide: Warning Indicates warnings that must be observed to use the printer properly or prevent damage to the printer. ✏ Note Indicates notes and useful tips to prevent possible personal injury. !
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... detergents for cleaning. Cleaning with volatile liquids such as thinner or benzene will damage the printer and the toner cartridge. They will damage the surface of the printer. y Do not use the Printer Safely Warning • After you have turned off the power switch and unplugged the power... cord from the power outlet. ! To use cleaning materials that contain ammonia. When you have just used the printer, some internal parts of the printer, never touch the shaded parts shown in the following illustrations. • There are extremely HOT! Before cleaning the...
... detergents for cleaning. Cleaning with volatile liquids such as thinner or benzene will damage the printer and the toner cartridge. They will damage the surface of the printer. y Do not use the Printer Safely Warning • After you have turned off the power switch and unplugged the power... cord from the power outlet. ! To use cleaning materials that contain ammonia. When you have just used the printer, some internal parts of the printer, never touch the shaded parts shown in the following illustrations. • There are extremely HOT! Before cleaning the...
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... PPaappeerr ffrroomm tthhee MMaannuuaall FFeeeedd SSlloott 11--1144 Printing on Thicker Paper and Card Stock 1-16 v Table of Contents CHAPTER 1 ABOUT THIS PRINTER What is included in the Carton IInntteerrffaaccee ccaabbllee GGeenneerraallVViieeww 1-1 11--22 11--33 Positioning the Printer 1-6 PPoowweerr SSuuppppllyy 11--66 EEnnvviirroonnmmeenntt 11--77 What kind of Paper can I Use?
... PPaappeerr ffrroomm tthhee MMaannuuaall FFeeeedd SSlloott 11--1144 Printing on Thicker Paper and Card Stock 1-16 v Table of Contents CHAPTER 1 ABOUT THIS PRINTER What is included in the Carton IInntteerrffaaccee ccaabbllee GGeenneerraallVViieeww 1-1 11--22 11--33 Positioning the Printer 1-6 PPoowweerr SSuuppppllyy 11--66 EEnnvviirroonnmmeenntt 11--77 What kind of Paper can I Use?
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Error Messages in the Status Monitor 6-2 Error Message Printouts 6-4 Paper Handling 6-5 Paper Jams and How to Clear Them 6-6 Other Problems FFoorr MMaacciinnttoosshh wwiitthh UUSSBB Improving the Print Quality 6-10 66--1111 6-12 How to Print Correctly APPENDIX Printer Specifications 6-18 A-1 Important Information for Choosing Your Paper A-6 Trademarks A-10 INDEX I-1 ix
Error Messages in the Status Monitor 6-2 Error Message Printouts 6-4 Paper Handling 6-5 Paper Jams and How to Clear Them 6-6 Other Problems FFoorr MMaacciinnttoosshh wwiitthh UUSSBB Improving the Print Quality 6-10 66--1111 6-12 How to Print Correctly APPENDIX Printer Specifications 6-18 A-1 Important Information for Choosing Your Paper A-6 Trademarks A-10 INDEX I-1 ix
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CD-ROM 5. Printer 2. Drum unit assembly (with toner cartridge included) 3. Documents 2 4. CHAPTER 1 1 ABOUT THIS PRINTER CHAPTER 1 ABOUT THIS PRINTER What is included in the Carton Components When you unpack the printer, check to another. ✏ Note The power cord may differ slightly from this figure depending on the country where 0 you have all of the following parts: 1 1. AC power cord 5 4 3 Components may differ from one country to see that you purchased the printer. 1-1
CD-ROM 5. Printer 2. Drum unit assembly (with toner cartridge included) 3. Documents 2 4. CHAPTER 1 1 ABOUT THIS PRINTER CHAPTER 1 ABOUT THIS PRINTER What is included in the Carton Components When you unpack the printer, check to another. ✏ Note The power cord may differ slightly from this figure depending on the country where 0 you have all of the following parts: 1 1. AC power cord 5 4 3 Components may differ from one country to see that you purchased the printer. 1-1
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... not a standard accessory. • Some computers have both a USB and a parallel port. Interface cable CHAPTER 1 ABOUT THIS PRINTER • An interface cable is longer than 3 metres (10 feet). (For HL-1440, HL-1450 and HL-1470N Users) • When you intend to the USB connector of your PC. • Do not use the...
... not a standard accessory. • Some computers have both a USB and a parallel port. Interface cable CHAPTER 1 ABOUT THIS PRINTER • An interface cable is longer than 3 metres (10 feet). (For HL-1440, HL-1450 and HL-1470N Users) • When you intend to the USB connector of your PC. • Do not use the...
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General View ♦ Front View 1 7 6 5 ♦ Rear View (HL-1230) 1 CHAPTER 1 ABOUT THIS PRINTER 2 1. Parallel Interface connector 4 2 3 1-3 Control panel 4 1. Power switch 3. Tray extension flap 2. Face down output tray 3. AC power inlet 4. Front cover 4. Rear cover 2. Paper cassette 5. Manual feed paper guides 3 6. Manual feed slot 7.
General View ♦ Front View 1 7 6 5 ♦ Rear View (HL-1230) 1 CHAPTER 1 ABOUT THIS PRINTER 2 1. Parallel Interface connector 4 2 3 1-3 Control panel 4 1. Power switch 3. Tray extension flap 2. Face down output tray 3. AC power inlet 4. Front cover 4. Rear cover 2. Paper cassette 5. Manual feed paper guides 3 6. Manual feed slot 7.
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AC power inlet 4. AC power inlet 4. Parallel Interface connector 5. Mini Din connector for lower tray unit 2 1-4 Power switch 3. Power switch 3. Rear cover 2. USB Interface connector 6. ♦ Rear View (HL-1440) 1 5 4 3 ♦ Rear View (HL-1450) 1 6 5 4 3 CHAPTER 1 ABOUT THIS PRINTER 1. USB connector 2 1. Rear cover 2. Parallel Interface connector 5.
AC power inlet 4. AC power inlet 4. Parallel Interface connector 5. Mini Din connector for lower tray unit 2 1-4 Power switch 3. Power switch 3. Rear cover 2. USB Interface connector 6. ♦ Rear View (HL-1440) 1 5 4 3 ♦ Rear View (HL-1450) 1 6 5 4 3 CHAPTER 1 ABOUT THIS PRINTER 1. USB connector 2 1. Rear cover 2. Parallel Interface connector 5.
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AC power inlet 4. LED 9. Power switch 3. USB Interface connector 6. Parallel Interface connector 5. Mini Din connector for lower tray unit 7. 10/100Base TX port 8. Test button CHAPTER 1 ABOUT THIS PRINTER 2 3 1-5 ♦ Rear View (HL-1470N) 1 10/100BASE TX L F A TEST 7 89 6 5 4 1. Rear cover 2.
AC power inlet 4. LED 9. Power switch 3. USB Interface connector 6. Parallel Interface connector 5. Mini Din connector for lower tray unit 7. 10/100Base TX port 8. Test button CHAPTER 1 ABOUT THIS PRINTER 2 3 1-5 ♦ Rear View (HL-1470N) 1 10/100BASE TX L F A TEST 7 89 6 5 4 1. Rear cover 2.
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...you use an isolation transformer or a highfrequency noise filter. Use a voltage regulator if the power source is not stable. 1-6 If you cannot avoid using the printer. AC power: AC 220 - 240V or AC 110 - 120V Frequency: 50 Hz (220 V- 240 V) or 50/60 Hz (110-120 V) The ...power cord, including extensions, should not exceed 5 metres (16.5 feet). Positioning the Printer CHAPTER 1 ABOUT THIS PRINTER Please take note of the following before using the printer with other high-power appliances such as an air conditioner, copier, shredder and so on.
...you use an isolation transformer or a highfrequency noise filter. Use a voltage regulator if the power source is not stable. 1-6 If you cannot avoid using the printer. AC power: AC 220 - 240V or AC 110 - 120V Frequency: 50 Hz (220 V- 240 V) or 50/60 Hz (110-120 V) The ...power cord, including extensions, should not exceed 5 metres (16.5 feet). Positioning the Printer CHAPTER 1 ABOUT THIS PRINTER Please take note of the following before using the printer with other high-power appliances such as an air conditioner, copier, shredder and so on.
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... to 90.5°F) • Ambient humidity: 20% to 80% (without condensation) • The printer should be used in a dusty place. • Do not place the printer where the ventilation hole of the printer is exposed to open flames or salty or corrosive gasses. • Do not place objects on ...a flat, horizontal surface. • Keep the printer clean. Do not place the printer in a well-ventilated room. • Place the printer on top of approximately 100 mm (4 inches) between the ventilation hole and the wall. • Do not...
... to 90.5°F) • Ambient humidity: 20% to 80% (without condensation) • The printer should be used in a dusty place. • Do not place the printer where the ventilation hole of the printer is exposed to open flames or salty or corrosive gasses. • Do not place objects on ...a flat, horizontal surface. • Keep the printer clean. Do not place the printer in a well-ventilated room. • Place the printer on top of approximately 100 mm (4 inches) between the ventilation hole and the wall. • Do not...
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Upper paper tray Manual feed slot Optional lower tray Tray 1 Manual Tray 2 (For HL-1450, HL-1470N users only) Click the check mark in the printer driver and this manual are as shown below. Their descriptions used in the following table to 10 sheets Only A4, Letter ✔ ... ✔ Select the Media type from the installed paper cassette, manual feed slot or optional lower tray unit. Print Media and Size The printer loads paper from the printer driver Plain paper ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ Bond paper ✔ Thick paper or Thicker paper ✔ Up to see the...
Upper paper tray Manual feed slot Optional lower tray Tray 1 Manual Tray 2 (For HL-1450, HL-1470N users only) Click the check mark in the printer driver and this manual are as shown below. Their descriptions used in the following table to 10 sheets Only A4, Letter ✔ ... ✔ Select the Media type from the installed paper cassette, manual feed slot or optional lower tray unit. Print Media and Size The printer loads paper from the printer driver Plain paper ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ Bond paper ✔ Thick paper or Thicker paper ✔ Up to see the...
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...80 g/m2 IGEPA X-Press 80 g/m2 Steinbis Recycling Copy 80 g/m2 3M CG3300 Avery laser label L7163 USA Xerox 4200DP 20 lb Champion Paper One 20 lb Hammermill Laser Paper 24 lb 3M CG 3300 Avery laser label #5160 • Before you choose paper to use with a moisture content of ...paper, please test print a small quantity to ensure that is 75 to help you purchase large quantities of approximately 5%. avoid acidic or alkaline paper. • Use Long grain paper. • Use paper with this printer....
...80 g/m2 IGEPA X-Press 80 g/m2 Steinbis Recycling Copy 80 g/m2 3M CG3300 Avery laser label L7163 USA Xerox 4200DP 20 lb Champion Paper One 20 lb Hammermill Laser Paper 24 lb 3M CG 3300 Avery laser label #5160 • Before you choose paper to use with a moisture content of ...paper, please test print a small quantity to ensure that is 75 to help you purchase large quantities of approximately 5%. avoid acidic or alkaline paper. • Use Long grain paper. • Use paper with this printer....
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Portrait 1 CHAPTER 1 ABOUT THIS PRINTER USA/Canada Europe/other countries 1 0.17 inch (4.2 mm) 4.2 mm 2 0.25 inch (6.35 mm) 6.01 mm 3 0.17 inch (4.2 mm) 4.2 mm 2 4 4 0.25 inch (6.35 mm) 6.01 mm 3 Landscape 1 2 3 USA/Canada 1 0.17 inch (4.2 mm) 2 0.2 inch (5.08 mm) 3 0.17 inch (4.2 mm) 4 4 0.2 inch (5.08 mm) Europe/other countries 4.2 mm 5.0 mm 4.2 mm 5.0 mm 1-10 Printable Area The figure below shows the printable area.
Portrait 1 CHAPTER 1 ABOUT THIS PRINTER USA/Canada Europe/other countries 1 0.17 inch (4.2 mm) 4.2 mm 2 0.25 inch (6.35 mm) 6.01 mm 3 0.17 inch (4.2 mm) 4.2 mm 2 4 4 0.25 inch (6.35 mm) 6.01 mm 3 Landscape 1 2 3 USA/Canada 1 0.17 inch (4.2 mm) 2 0.2 inch (5.08 mm) 3 0.17 inch (4.2 mm) 4 4 0.2 inch (5.08 mm) Europe/other countries 4.2 mm 5.0 mm 4.2 mm 5.0 mm 1-10 Printable Area The figure below shows the printable area.
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Select the Paper Size, Media Type and paper Source etc. in this chapter. in the printer driver. Media Type: Plain Paper Paper Source: Tray1 PCL driver PS driver 1-11 Select the paper you use referring to "What Kind of Paper can print on plain paper from the Paper Cassette 1. Printing on Plain Paper from the paper cassette or manual feed slot. Printing on Plain Paper CHAPTER 1 ABOUT THIS PRINTER You can I Use?"
Select the Paper Size, Media Type and paper Source etc. in this chapter. in the printer driver. Media Type: Plain Paper Paper Source: Tray1 PCL driver PS driver 1-11 Select the paper you use referring to "What Kind of Paper can print on plain paper from the Paper Cassette 1. Printing on Plain Paper from the paper cassette or manual feed slot. Printing on Plain Paper CHAPTER 1 ABOUT THIS PRINTER You can I Use?"
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Make sure the paper is flat in the cassette at the right and rear of the paper cassette to match the paper size you want to load. Adjust the paper guides at all four corners. 1-12 Pull the paper cassette completely out of the paper guides fit into the paper cassette. Make sure that the tips of the printer. CHAPTER 1 ABOUT THIS PRINTER 3. 2. Load paper into the slots correctly. 4.
Make sure the paper is flat in the cassette at the right and rear of the paper cassette to match the paper size you want to load. Adjust the paper guides at all four corners. 1-12 Pull the paper cassette completely out of the paper guides fit into the paper cassette. Make sure that the tips of the printer. CHAPTER 1 ABOUT THIS PRINTER 3. 2. Load paper into the slots correctly. 4.
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Install the paper cassette in the printer. Make sure it is inserted fully into the printer. ✏ Note y Extend the output tray extension flap to prevent printouts from sliding off the face down in the cassette. 5. Send the print data to ..., or paper jams may occur. y When you remove printed pages immediately after they exit the printer. 6. Paper can be printed (blank side) face down output tray. 1 y If you choose not to the printer. 1-13 CHAPTER 1 ABOUT THIS PRINTER ✏ Note y Do not load more than 250 sheets of paper already printed on one...
Install the paper cassette in the printer. Make sure it is inserted fully into the printer. ✏ Note y Extend the output tray extension flap to prevent printouts from sliding off the face down in the cassette. 5. Send the print data to ..., or paper jams may occur. y When you remove printed pages immediately after they exit the printer. 6. Paper can be printed (blank side) face down output tray. 1 y If you choose not to the printer. 1-13 CHAPTER 1 ABOUT THIS PRINTER ✏ Note y Do not load more than 250 sheets of paper already printed on one...
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CHAPTER 1 ABOUT THIS PRINTER Printing on Plain Paper from the Manual Feed Slot ✏ Note The printer turns the Manual Feed mode on automatically when you insert paper 2 into the manual feed slot. 1. Media Type: Plain Paper Paper Source: Manual PCL driver PS driver 1-14 in the printer driver. Select the Paper Size, Media Type and paper Source etc.
CHAPTER 1 ABOUT THIS PRINTER Printing on Plain Paper from the Manual Feed Slot ✏ Note The printer turns the Manual Feed mode on automatically when you insert paper 2 into the manual feed slot. 1. Media Type: Plain Paper Paper Source: Manual PCL driver PS driver 1-14 in the printer driver. Select the Paper Size, Media Type and paper Source etc.