Brother HL-2460 Series Manual

The Brother HL-2460 Series is a monochrome laser printer designed for home and small office use, offering fast printing speeds up to 24 pages per minute, 600 x 600 dpi resolution, USB 2.0 connectivity, 250-sheet paper capacity, and energy-saving features. Below are key sections for safety, features, installation, setup, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.

Features at a Glance

Key components: Printer unit, Toner cartridge, Power cord, USB cable, Setup CD-ROM, User manual.

Installation

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

1. Remove all packing materials and tapes from printer.
2. Install toner cartridge: Open front cover, remove protective tape from cartridge, insert until it clicks.
3. Load paper: Adjust paper guides in tray, load up to 250 sheets of plain paper.
4. Connect power cord to printer and wall outlet.

WARNING! Do not touch the green drum surface of toner cartridge. Keep printer away from heat and moisture.

First-Time Setup

Power on printer; follow on-screen prompts if installing software.

1. Install driver: Insert setup CD or download from Brother website, follow installation wizard.
2. Connect to computer: Use USB cable to connect printer to computer.
3. Test print: Print test page from driver or printer menu to verify installation.
4. Configure settings: Use printer properties to set default paper size, print quality, etc.

CAUTION! Ensure printer is on stable surface; allow proper ventilation around printer.

Specifications

• Print Technology: Laser electrophotography.
• Print Speed: Up to 24 ppm.
• Resolution: 600 x 600 dpi.
• Paper Sizes: Letter, Legal, Executive, A4, A5, B5, envelopes.
• Paper Capacity: 250-sheet input tray.
• Output Capacity: 100 sheets face-down.
• Interface: USB 2.0 Hi-Speed.
• Memory: 8 MB.
• Power Consumption: Approx. 370W printing, 45W ready, 2W sleep.
• Dimensions: 14.2" W x 9.8" D x 14.2" H.
• Weight: Approx. 17.6 lbs.

Controls and Settings

Front Panel: POWER button, ERROR indicator, DATA indicator, TONER indicator. No LCD display.

Software Controls: Access via printer properties in computer. Settings: Paper size, orientation, print quality (Economy, Normal, Best), toner save mode, duplex (if supported).

Maintenance: Clean printer, replace toner, view page counter. Network: Not applicable (USB only).

Connecting to Computer

USB connection only. No network or wireless capability.

1. Ensure printer and computer are off.
2. Connect USB cable to printer and computer.
3. Power on printer, then start computer.
4. Install driver if not automatically detected.

Tip: Use high-quality USB cable; avoid using USB hubs for direct connection.

Printing Documents

Supports standard document printing from various applications.

1. Open document and select Print from File menu.
2. Select Brother HL-2460 as printer.
3. Adjust settings: Copies, page range, paper size, quality.
4. Click Print; DATA indicator will blink during processing.
5. Collect prints from output tray.

Special Features: Toner Save mode reduces toner usage for drafts. Multiple pages per sheet available in driver.

WARNING! Do not open covers during printing. Allow prints to cool before handling.

Maintenance & Consumables

Toner Replacement: When TONER indicator lights or print quality fades.

1. Open front cover.
2. Remove old cartridge.
3. Unpack new cartridge, shake gently, remove protective tape.
4. Insert new cartridge until it clicks.
5. Close front cover.

Cleaning: Unplug printer. Wipe exterior with dry cloth. Clean interior with lint-free cloth if toner spills occur.

CAUTION! Use only Brother TN-360 toner cartridges. Do not refill cartridges.

Regulatory Information

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

Troubleshooting

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

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