Brother DCP-T300 Manual

The Brother DCP-T300 is an all-in-one ink tank printer featuring high-capacity ink tanks, wireless and USB connectivity, automatic duplex printing, scanning, and copying. It supports various paper sizes, offers mobile printing options, and includes easy setup with the Brother Setup Wizard. Below are key sections for safety, features, installation, setup, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.

1. Features at a Glance 2. Installation 3. First-Time Setup 4. Specifications 5. Controls and Settings 6. Connecting Devices 7. Printing & Scanning 8. Maintenance 9. Regulatory Information 10. Troubleshooting

Features at a Glance

Key components: Ink tank system, control panel with LCD, paper trays, scanner glass, USB port, wireless antenna.

Feature	Description
Ink Tank System	High-capacity refillable tanks for cost-effective printing
Wireless Connectivity	Wi-Fi Direct and network printing
Automatic Duplex	Two-sided printing without manual flipping
LCD Control Panel	For menu navigation and status display
USB Port	For direct printing and PC connection
Paper Trays	Multi-purpose and rear tray for various paper sizes
Scanner Unit	Flatbed scanner for documents and photos
Mobile Printing	Support for Brother iPrint&Scan, AirPrint, Google Cloud Print
Ink Indicator	LED lights show ink levels
Power Button	Turns printer on/off

Installation

Unpack and inspect contents. Place on stable, level surface near power outlet.

Remove packaging materials and tapes from printer.
Install ink tanks: Open ink tank cover, insert tanks in correct color order (Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow).
Fill ink tanks: Use provided ink bottles to fill each tank to MAX line.
Load paper: Adjust paper guides in multi-purpose tray.
Connect power cord and plug into AC outlet.

WARNING! Handle ink carefully to avoid spills. Keep printer upright during installation.

First-Time Setup

Power on printer; follow on-screen prompts on LCD.

Initial ink charging: Printer will automatically charge ink system (may take several minutes).
Install printhead: Follow LCD instructions to install and align printhead.
Connect to computer: Use USB cable or wireless setup via control panel.
Install software: Insert CD or download drivers from Brother website.
Run Brother Setup Wizard to complete installation.

CAUTION! Do not unplug printer during initial setup to avoid damage.

Specifications

Printer Type: Ink Tank All-in-One
Print Speed: Up to 12 ppm (black), 10 ppm (color)
Print Resolution: Up to 1200 x 6000 dpi
Paper Sizes: A4, Letter, Legal, envelopes, photo sizes
Scanner Type: Flatbed color scanner
Scan Resolution: Up to 1200 x 2400 dpi
Connectivity: USB 2.0, Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n
Mobile Printing: Brother iPrint&Scan, AirPrint, Google Cloud Print
Ink Yield: Approximately 6,500 pages (black), 5,000 pages (color)
Power Source: 220-240V AC, 50/60Hz

Controls and Settings

Access functions via control panel buttons and LCD menu.

Control Panel: Power, Home, Back, OK, Arrow buttons, Copy, Scan, Wireless, Stop/Exit.

LCD Menu Options: - Setup: Network, Date/Time, Language - Maintenance: Clean Printhead, Align Printhead, Nozzle Check - Reports: Print Configuration, Print Quality - Default Settings: Paper Size, Print Quality, Eco Mode

Software Settings: Printer properties for paper type, quality, duplex, color management.

Connecting Devices

USB: Direct connection to computer. Wireless: Connect to network via WPS or manual setup.

Wireless setup: Press Wireless button, select network from LCD, enter password.
WPS: Press WPS button on router, then Wireless button on printer within 2 minutes.
Mobile connection: Install Brother iPrint&Scan app, connect to printer's Wi-Fi Direct.

Tip: Ensure printer and device are on same network for wireless printing.

Printing & Scanning

Supports documents, photos, envelopes, labels.

Printing: Select file, choose Brother DCP-T300 as printer, adjust settings as needed.
Copying: Place document on scanner glass, press Copy, select copies and settings.
Scanning: Press Scan button or use software to scan to computer/cloud.
Duplex printing: Enable in printer properties for automatic two-sided printing.
Photo printing: Use photo paper in rear tray for best results.

WARNING! Use only Brother genuine ink for optimal performance and warranty.

Maintenance

Regular maintenance ensures optimal performance and longevity.

Clean printhead: Via LCD menu or software when print quality declines.
Nozzle check: Print test pattern to verify all nozzles are working.
Align printhead: When lines appear misaligned.
Clean exterior: Use dry, soft cloth; avoid liquids on control panel.
Update firmware: Check Brother website for latest updates.

CAUTION! Turn off and unplug printer before cleaning. Do not touch printhead nozzles.

Regulatory Information

FCC Part 15: Class B digital device; complies with interference limits. CE marked for European compliance. RoHS compliant. Copyright © Brother Industries, Ltd. For support, visit support.brother.com or contact Brother Customer Service at 1-877-267-8437.

Troubleshooting

Symptom	Possible Cause	Corrective Action
Printer not printing	Connection/ink	Check USB/wireless connection; ensure ink tanks filled; run nozzle check.
Poor print quality	Clogged nozzles	Clean printhead; align printhead; use genuine Brother ink.
Paper jams	Paper loading	Turn off printer, remove jammed paper carefully; reload paper correctly.
Wireless not working	Network issues	Restart router and printer; redo wireless setup; check network password.
Scanner not working	Driver/connection	Reinstall scanner driver; check USB connection; restart computer.

Reset: Hold Stop/Exit button for 10 seconds to reset network settings if needed.

Service: 1-877-267-8437; support.brother.com