Brother DCP-J1200W Manual

The Brother DCP-J1200W is a compact, all-in-one inkjet printer featuring print, copy, and scan functions. It supports wireless connectivity, high-yield ink cartridges for low-cost printing, automatic duplex printing, and mobile printing via Brother iPrint&Scan app. Compatible with Windows and macOS. Below are key sections for setup, features, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.

1. Features at a Glance 2. Unpacking and Setup 3. Installing Ink Cartridges 4. Specifications 5. Control Panel and Settings 6. Wireless Setup 7. Printing from Computer 8. Copying and Scanning 9. Maintenance & Cleaning 10. Regulatory Information 11. Troubleshooting

Features at a Glance

Key components: Print/Scan/Copy unit, Control Panel, Paper Tray, Ink Cartridge Slots, Wireless antenna, USB port, Power connector.

Feature	Description
Print Resolution	Up to 1200 x 6000 dpi
Print Speed	Up to 12 ppm (black), 10 ppm (color)
Wireless Connectivity	Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Paper Handling	100-sheet input tray, automatic duplex
Ink System	Individual high-yield LC-223/227 cartridges
Mobile Printing	Brother iPrint&Scan, AirPrint, Google Cloud Print
Copy Features	Reduce/Enlarge, ID Copy, N-up copying
Scan Resolution	Up to 1200 x 2400 dpi
Display	Monochrome LCD with navigation buttons
POWER	Turns printer on/off

Unpacking and Setup

Remove printer and accessories from box. Place on flat, stable surface near power outlet.

Remove all tape and packing materials from inside and outside printer.
Connect power cord: Plug into AC outlet and printer rear.
Load paper: Adjust paper guides in input tray, load up to 100 sheets plain paper.
Power on: Press POWER button; printer initializes.

WARNING! Do not touch print head or ink cartridge contacts. Keep printer horizontal during setup.

Installing Ink Cartridges

Install cartridges before first use. Ensure printer is on and not printing.

Open ink cartridge cover: Lift cover until it locks.
Remove cartridge from packaging; gently shake side-to-side.
Insert cartridge: Match color labels (Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow). Push until click.
Close cover; printer starts ink charging (approx. 2 minutes).

CAUTION! Do not turn off printer during ink charging. Use only Brother LC-223/227 cartridges.

Specifications

Functions: Print, Copy, Scan.
Print Technology: Inkjet (Piezo).
Interface: USB 2.0, Wireless.
Paper Sizes: Letter, Legal, A4, envelopes, photo sizes.
Operating Systems: Windows 7/8/10/11, macOS 10.12 or later.
Ink Colors: Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow.
Power Consumption: Approx. 0.7W (Standby), 12W (Printing).
Dimensions: 15.0" W x 12.2" D x 7.2" H.
Weight: Approx. 11.7 lbs.

Control Panel and Settings

Control Panel: POWER, STOP, Wireless button, Copy button, Scan button, Navigation arrows, OK, Back.

Menu Settings: Access via Menu button: Network, Maintenance, Report, Defaults.

Network: View wireless settings, run setup wizard. Maintenance: Clean print head, align cartridge, nozzle check. Report: Print network configuration, print quality report. Defaults: Reset network, restore factory defaults.

Wireless Setup

Connect printer to your Wi-Fi network for wireless printing.

Press Wireless button on control panel; Wireless light blinks.
On computer, install Full Driver & Software from Brother website.
Run Wireless Setup Wizard during installation or via Control Panel.
Select network name (SSID), enter password when prompted.
Confirm connection: Wireless light stays lit.

Tip: For Wi-Fi Direct, press and hold Wireless button 2 seconds, connect device to "DIRECT-xx-BROTHER" network.

Printing from Computer

Ensure driver installed and printer connected (USB or wireless).

Open document; select Print.
Choose "Brother DCP-J1200W" as printer.
Set preferences: Paper size, quality, duplex, color mode.
Click Print; job sends to printer.
Monitor status via printer display or computer queue.

Mobile Printing: Install Brother iPrint&Scan app, select document/photo, choose printer, print.

Copying and Scanning

Copying: Place original on glass or ADF (if equipped).

Press Copy button on control panel.
Use arrows to set copies (1-99), reduce/enlarge, darkness.
Press Color or Black button to start.

Scanning: Install scanning software (Brother iPrint&Scan).

Place original; press Scan button or use computer software.
Select destination (computer, email, cloud).
Set format (PDF, JPEG), resolution, color mode.
Start scan; file saves to selected location.

Maintenance & Cleaning

Unplug power before cleaning exterior. Use soft, dry cloth; avoid liquids.

Print Head Cleaning: If print quality declines, run nozzle check from Maintenance menu. If needed, perform head cleaning (uses ink).

CAUTION! Do not touch print head nozzles. Replace ink cartridges when low or empty.

Regulatory Information

FCC Part 15: Class B digital device; complies with limits for residential use. Copyright © Brother Industries, Ltd. For support, visit support.brother.com or contact Brother Customer Service at 1-877-276-8437.

Troubleshooting

Symptom	Possible Cause	Corrective Action
Printer not powering on	Power connection	Ensure power cord plugged securely into outlet and printer.
Wireless connection failed	Network settings/distance	Run Wireless Setup Wizard; move printer closer to router.
Poor print quality	Clogged nozzles/low ink	Run nozzle check and head cleaning; replace low cartridges.
Paper jam	Paper misloaded/damaged	Turn off, remove jammed paper carefully; reload paper correctly.
Scanner not working	Driver/connection	Reinstall scanner driver; ensure USB/Wi-Fi connection active.

Reset: Menu > Maintenance > Reset > Factory Reset if needed.

Service: 1-877-276-8437; support.brother.com