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23 totalHow do I set up a wireless connection on the DCP-B7520DW?
Press the WiFi button on the control panel and launch the wireless installer on your computer. Follow the on-screen instructions to set up a wireless connection between your machine and your network. If you cannot connect to the wireless network, refer to the Online User's Guide for instructions on printing the WLAN Report, or see the Quick Setup Guide for alternative wireless setup. (Page 9)
What does it mean when the WiFi light is blinking on my DCP-B7520DW?
When the WiFi light blinks, the wireless connection is down or your machine is in the process of connecting to a wireless access point. When the WiFi light is on (solid), your Brother machine is connected to a wireless access point. (Page 9)
What are the different paper jam error messages and where do they indicate the jam is located?
There are five paper jam error messages: Document Jam, Jam Rear, Jam 2-sided, Jam Tray, and Jam Inside. Each message indicates the specific location where paper is stuck in the machine. You can also see these messages in the Brother Status Monitor on your computer. (Page 14)
What do the different Status Monitor icon colors mean?
A green icon indicates the normal stand-by condition, a yellow icon indicates a warning, and a red icon indicates an error has occurred. A grey icon indicates the machine is offline. You can also click the Troubleshooting button within the Status Monitor to access Brother's troubleshooting website. (Page 12)
How can I print or scan using my mobile device with the DCP-B7520DW?
You can use Brother iPrint&Scan for Mobile to use your Brother machine's features directly from your mobile device without a computer. The Mobile Print/Scan Guide for Brother iPrint&Scan contains detailed information on printing from your mobile device, and can be found on your model's Manuals page at support.brother.com. (Page 16)
What types of paper can I load in the Manual Feed Slot?
The Manual Feed Slot supports plain paper, thin paper, recycled paper, bond paper, thick paper, labels, and envelopes. When using labels or envelopes, you should open the back cover (face up output tray) before printing to let the printed paper exit onto the face up output tray. (Page 11)
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Full Manual
18 pages
Reference Guide Brief explanations for routine operations
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Brother recommends keeping this guide next to your Brother machine for quick reference. Online User's Guide For more advanced instructions, information, and product specifications, see the Online User's Guide at support.brother.com/manuals
User's Guides and Where to Find Them Which Guide? What's in It? Where Is It? Product Safety Guide Read this Guide first. Please read the Safety Instructions before you set up your machine. See this Guide for trademarks and legal limitations. Printed / In the box Quick Setup Guide Follow the instructions for setting up your machine, and installing the Full Driver & Software Package for the operating system and connection type you are using. Printed / In the box Reference Guide Learn the basic Fax, Copy and Scan operations and basic machine maintenance. See troubleshooting tips. Printed or on Brother Installation Disc / In the Box Online User's Guide This guide includes the additional contents of the Reference Guide. In addition to information about the Print, Scan, Copy, Fax, mobile device functions, Brother ControlCenter operations and troubleshooting, other useful information is included about using the machine on a network. Brother Solutions Center 1 Mobile Print/Scan Guide for Brother iPrint&Scan This Guide provides useful information about printing from your mobile device, and scanning from your Brother machine to your mobile device when connected to a Wi-Fi® network. Brother Solutions Center 1 1 Visit support.brother.com/manuals. 1
The Online User's Guide Helps You Get the Most Out of Your Machine We hope that you find this guide helpful. To learn more about your machine's features, please take a look at our Online User's Guide. It offers: Quicker Navigation! Search box Navigation index in a separate panel Comprehensive Format! Every topic in one guide Simplified Layout! Step-by-step instructions Feature summary at the top of the page 1 2 3 4
Questions or Problems? Take a Look at our FAQs, Solutions, and Videos Online. Go to your model's FAQs & Troubleshooting page on the Brother Solutions Center at support.brother.com
Control Panel Overview The control panel may vary depending on your model.
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Resolution (for certain models only) Press to change the Fax resolution. 2 in 1 (ID) Copy Press to copy both sides of an identification card onto a single page. 2-sided Press to copy on both sides of a sheet of paper. Options Press to access temporary settings for faxing, scanning, or copying.
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Press to switch the machine to FAX Mode.Scan
Press to switch the machine to SCAN Mode.Copy
Press to switch the machine to COPY Mode. 1 General Information 5
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Press to store your machine settings. d or c Press to scroll back or forward through menu selections. a or b
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Press to store your machine settings. a or b Press to scroll up or down through menus and options.
Load Paper in the Paper Tray Use the paper tray when printing on the following media: Plain paper Thin paper Recycled paper Thick paper
Use this section to resolve problems you may encounter when using your Brother machine. Identify the Problem Even if there seems to be a problem with your machine, you can correct most problems yourself. First, check the following:
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Find the Error Find the Solution Using the LCD Cover is Open
Document and Paper Jams An error message indicates where the paper is stuck in your machine. 5 1 2 3 4 Error messages:
Supplies When the time comes to replace supplies, such as the toner or drum, an error message will appear on your machine's control panel or in the Status Monitor. For more information about the supplies for your machine, visit www.brother.com/original/index.html or contact your local Brother dealer.
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1 Approximate cartridge yield is declared in accordance with ISO/IEC 19752. 2 A4/Letter simplex pages Drum Unit Supply Model Name Approximate Life (Page Yield) Applicable ModelsDr-B023
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1 Approximately 12,000 pages based on 1 page per job [A4/Letter simplex pages]. The number of pages may be affected due to a variety of factors including but not limited to media type and media size. If you are using Windows®, double-click the Brother Creative Center icon on your desktop to access our FREE website designed as a resource to help you easily create and print customised materials for business and home use with photos, text and creativity. Mac users can access Brother CreativeCenter at this web address: www.brother.com/creativecenterB
Appendix B Appendix 15
Print and Scan Using Your Mobile Device Brother iPrint&Scan for Mobile allows you to use features of your Brother machine directly from your mobile device, without using a computer. The Mobile Print/Scan Guide for Brother iPrint&Scan contains information on printing from your mobile device. Go to your model's Manuals page on the Brother Solutions Center at support.brother.com to see the guide. 16
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