Brother HL-5130 Manual

The Brother HL-5130 is a monochrome laser printer designed for high-volume printing with fast print speeds, robust paper handling capabilities, and reliable network connectivity. It features a high-yield toner cartridge, multiple paper trays, USB and Ethernet interfaces, and comprehensive driver support for various operating systems. Below are key sections for safety, features, installation, setup, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.

Features at a Glance

Key components: Printer unit, Toner cartridge, Paper trays, Control panel with LCD display, USB port, Ethernet port, Power cord.

Installation

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

1. Remove packaging materials: Take out all tapes and protective covers.
2. Install toner cartridge: Open front cover, remove cartridge from packaging, shake gently, insert until it clicks.
3. Load paper: Pull out paper tray, adjust guides, load paper (avoid overfilling), reinsert tray.
4. Connect power: Plug power cord into printer and wall outlet.
5. Connect interface: Use USB cable to computer or Ethernet cable to network router.

WARNING! Toner is sensitive to light; keep cartridge in bag until installation. Avoid touching the green drum surface.

First-Time Setup

Power on printer; follow initial setup prompts.

1. Install drivers: Insert CD or download latest drivers from Brother website; run installer.
2. Configure network (if applicable): Use control panel to set IP address or enable DHCP.
3. Print test page: From driver properties or printer menu, print configuration page to verify operation.
4. Adjust settings: Use control panel to set sleep timer, paper size, default print density.

CAUTION! Ensure printer is on a flat surface with adequate ventilation; keep away from heat sources.

Specifications

• Print Technology: Laser electrophotography.
• Print Speed: Up to 30 ppm.
• First Print Out: Less than 10 seconds.
• Recommended Monthly Duty Cycle: Up to 50,000 pages.
• Paper Sizes: A4, Letter, Legal, Executive, envelopes, labels, transparencies.
• Paper Weight: 60-163 g/m².
• Noise Level: Less than 53 dB(A) during operation.
• Power Consumption: Approx. 470W printing, 65W ready, 10W sleep.
• Dimensions (W x D x H): 398 x 413 x 272 mm.
• Weight: Approx. 13.5 kg.

Controls and Settings

Access menus via control panel buttons and LCD display. Front Panel: POWER, GO (for status/cancel), MENU, UP/DOWN arrows, OK, STOP/EXIT.

LCD Messages: Display status, errors, menu options.

Menu Settings: Paper (size, type), Print Density (1-5), Toner Save (On/Off), Network (TCP/IP, WSD), Sleep Timer (1-240 min), Reset (return to defaults). Driver Settings: Print Quality, Duplex, Watermark, Multiple Pages per Sheet, Eco Mode.

Connecting to Computer/Network

USB: Direct connection to computer. Ethernet: Network connection for multiple users.

1. Turn off printer and computer before connecting cables.
2. For USB: Connect USB cable to printer and computer port.
3. For Network: Connect Ethernet cable to printer and router/switch.
4. Power on devices; install drivers with appropriate connection type selected.
5. Verify connection: Print network configuration sheet from printer menu.

Tip: For stable network printing, assign a static IP address to the printer.

Printing Operations

Supports standard document printing, envelopes, labels, and transparencies.

1. Send print job: Select print from application, choose Brother HL-5130 as printer.
2. Monitor status: Check control panel LCD for ready or processing messages.
3. Cancel job: Press STOP/EXIT button on printer or cancel from computer queue.
4. Special media: Adjust paper guides for envelopes/labels; select correct media type in driver.
5. Multiple copies: Set in print dialog; printer will collate if supported.
6. Duplex printing: Enable in driver properties for manual two-sided printing.
7. Toner save mode: Activate in driver or printer menu for draft quality.

WARNING! Do not open covers during printing. Allow printer to cool before clearing jams.

Maintenance & Consumables

Toner Replacement: When toner low message appears or print quality fades.

1. Open front cover.
2. Remove old cartridge by pulling green handle.
3. Unpack new cartridge, shake gently side-to-side.
4. Insert new cartridge until it clicks; close cover.

Cleaning: Exterior with dry cloth; interior with approved vacuum for paper dust.

CAUTION! Use only genuine Brother toner cartridges. Do not dispose of toner cartridge in fire.

Regulatory Information

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

Troubleshooting

Reset: Menu > Initial Setup > Reset > All Settings (if needed).

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