Brother HL-1030 Manual

The Brother HL-1030 is a compact monochrome laser printer designed for home and small office use, offering fast printing speeds up to 10 pages per minute, 600 x 600 dpi resolution, 2MB standard memory, USB connectivity, and compatibility with various paper types and sizes. 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 Indicators 6. Loading Paper and Toner 7. Printing from Computer 8. Maintenance 9. Regulatory Information 10. Troubleshooting

Features at a Glance

Key components: Printer unit, Toner cartridge, Power cord, USB cable, CD-ROM with drivers and software, Quick Setup Guide.

Feature	Description
Print Speed	Up to 10 pages per minute
Resolution	600 x 600 dpi
Memory	2MB standard
Connectivity	USB 2.0
Paper Capacity	Up to 150 sheets (standard)
Supported Media	Plain paper, envelopes, labels, transparencies
Duty Cycle	Up to 5,000 pages per month
Operating Systems	Windows, Mac OS
Dimensions	13.4" x 7.7" x 9.8" (W x D x H)
Weight	Approx. 11 lbs

Installation

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

Remove all packaging materials and tapes from printer.
Install toner cartridge: Open front cover, remove cartridge from packaging, shake gently, insert into printer until it clicks.
Load paper: Adjust paper guides in tray, load up to 150 sheets of plain paper.
Connect power cord to printer and wall outlet.
Connect USB cable to printer and computer.

WARNING! Do not touch the green drum surface of toner cartridge. Avoid exposure to direct sunlight.

First-Time Setup

Power on printer; install software from CD-ROM.

Turn on printer using power switch; wait for READY light to illuminate.
Insert Brother software CD-ROM into computer.
Follow on-screen instructions to install printer drivers and software.
When prompted, select USB connection and follow steps to complete installation.
Print test page to verify installation.

CAUTION! Ensure printer is on stable surface; keep ventilation openings unobstructed.

Specifications

Print Technology: Laser electrophotography.
Print Speed: Up to 10 ppm.
First Print Out Time: Less than 13 seconds.
Resolution: 600 x 600 dpi.
Memory: 2MB standard.
Paper Sizes: Letter, Legal, Executive, A4, envelopes.
Input Capacity: 150 sheets (standard tray).
Output Capacity: 50 sheets (face-down).
Interface: USB 2.0.
Power Consumption: Approx. 280W (printing), 5W (standby).
Noise Level: Less than 50 dB (printing).

Controls and Indicators

Front Panel: POWER switch, READY light, DATA light, ERROR light.

Indicator Lights: READY (green, steady) = printer ready; DATA (green, blinking) = receiving/processing data; ERROR (red, steady/blinking) = paper jam, toner low, or other error.

Software Controls: Access via Brother printer driver for print quality, paper settings, toner save mode, watermark, overlay, and other advanced features.

Loading Paper and Toner

Paper Loading: Pull out paper tray, adjust guides, fan paper, load print side up, push tray in.

For envelopes: Use manual feed slot; adjust paper type setting in driver.
For labels/transparencies: Use manual feed; ensure compatible media.

Toner Replacement: When TONER light illuminates or print becomes faint.

Open front cover, remove old cartridge.
Shake new cartridge 5-6 times horizontally.
Insert new cartridge, close cover.
Printer will automatically calibrate.

Tip: Use only Brother TN-360 toner cartridge. Store toner in cool, dry place.

Printing from Computer

Supports various document types and print settings.

Open document, select Print from File menu.
Choose Brother HL-1030 as printer.
Click Properties to access print settings: Paper size, orientation, quality, toner save, etc.
Click OK to print.
Use Print Preview to check layout before printing.

WARNING! Do not turn off printer during printing. Allow printer to complete print job.

Maintenance

Cleaning: Turn off and unplug printer. Use dry, lint-free cloth to clean exterior. Do not use liquids or aerosols.

Internal Cleaning: Open front cover, gently wipe inside with dry cloth to remove dust and toner particles.

CAUTION! Unplug before cleaning. Do not touch transfer roller or other internal components.

Regulatory Information

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

Troubleshooting

Symptom	Possible Cause	Corrective Action
Printer not responding	Power/connections	Ensure power cord plugged in; check USB cable; restart printer and computer.
Poor print quality	Toner/paper	Replace toner cartridge; use recommended paper; clean inside of printer.
Paper jam	Paper path obstruction	Turn off printer, remove jammed paper carefully from all access points.
ERROR light on	Cover open/toner low	Close front cover securely; replace toner cartridge.
Print too light/dark	Print density setting	Adjust print density in printer driver properties.

Reset: Turn printer off and on to clear temporary errors.

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