Brother DCP-J140W Quick Setup Guide

Brother DCP-J140W manual cover
Pages 30
Year 2012
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Brother DCP-J140W Specification

The Brother DCP-J140W is a compact all-in-one inkjet printer designed for home and small office use, offering printing, scanning, and copying functionalities. It features wireless connectivity, allowing users to print documents directly from their mobile devices or computers without the need for physical connections. The printer supports a maximum print resolution of 6000 x 1200 dpi, ensuring high-quality, crisp, and vibrant prints suitable for both documents and photos. It boasts a print speed of up to 27 pages per minute for monochrome documents and up to 10 pages per minute for color documents, providing efficient performance for everyday tasks.

The scanner offers an optical resolution of up to 1200 x 2400 dpi, delivering clear and detailed digital copies of documents and images. The copier function allows for quick duplication of documents with various settings to adjust the size and quality of the output. The Brother DCP-J140W includes a 100-sheet input tray, reducing the frequency of paper refills, and supports various media sizes and types, enhancing its versatility.

The device is equipped with a user-friendly interface, featuring a simple control panel and a small LCD display for easy navigation and operation. It is compatible with both Windows and Mac operating systems, ensuring broad accessibility for users. Energy-efficient, the printer is designed to reduce power consumption without compromising performance. The Brother DCP-J140W utilizes individual ink cartridges, which can be replaced independently, helping to minimize waste and reduce operational costs. These specifications make the Brother DCP-J140W a practical choice for users seeking reliable performance, high-quality output, and convenient wireless printing capabilities.

Brother DCP-J140W F.A.Q.

How do I connect my Brother DCP-J140W printer to a wireless network?

To connect your Brother DCP-J140W printer to a wireless network, press the 'Menu' button on the printer, navigate to 'Network' and select 'WLAN'. Choose 'Setup Wizard' and follow the on-screen instructions to select your network and enter the Wi-Fi password.

What should I do if my Brother DCP-J140W printer is not printing?

First, check if there is an error message on the printer's display. Ensure that the printer is connected to the network or computer. Check the ink levels and ensure there is paper in the tray. Restart the printer and try printing again.

How can I clean the print head of my Brother DCP-J140W printer?

To clean the print head, press the 'Ink' button on the printer, use the arrow keys to select 'Cleaning', and press 'OK'. Choose 'Black', 'Color', or 'All' to start the cleaning process.

How do I scan a document using the Brother DCP-J140W printer?

To scan a document, place it on the scanner glass, press 'Scan' on the printer, select 'Scan to File' or your desired option, and follow the prompts on your computer to save the scanned document.

How can I update the firmware of my Brother DCP-J140W printer?

To update the firmware, download the latest firmware update tool from the Brother support website. Connect your printer to the computer via USB, run the update tool, and follow the on-screen instructions.

What should I do if the Brother DCP-J140W printer is showing a paper jam error?

Turn off the printer and carefully remove any jammed paper from the paper tray and rear cover. Ensure no small pieces are left inside. Reload the paper and turn the printer back on.

How do I replace the ink cartridges in my Brother DCP-J140W printer?

Open the ink cartridge cover, press the release lever to remove the old cartridge, and unpack the new cartridge. Insert it into the correct slot and push until it clicks. Close the ink cartridge cover.

Why is my Brother DCP-J140W printer printing blank pages?

Check if the ink cartridges are empty or improperly installed. Run a print head cleaning from the printer's menu. Ensure the document you are printing contains text or images.

How can I improve the print quality of my Brother DCP-J140W printer?

Ensure you are using the correct paper type and print quality settings. Perform a print head alignment and cleaning. Replace any low or empty ink cartridges.

What steps should I follow to reset the network settings on my Brother DCP-J140W printer?

Press the 'Menu' button, navigate to 'Network', select 'Network Reset', and confirm by selecting 'Yes'. This will reset the network settings to factory defaults.