Brother HL-6050 Manual

The Brother HL-6050 is a high-performance monochrome laser printer designed for office environments, offering fast printing speeds, robust paper handling, and reliable network connectivity. It features a 600 dpi resolution, up to 30 ppm print speed, multiple paper trays, USB and Ethernet interfaces, and advanced toner-saving modes. 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 to Network 7. Printing Operations 8. Maintenance & Consumables 9. Regulatory Information 10. Troubleshooting

Features at a Glance

Key components: Main paper tray, Multi-purpose tray, Control panel with LCD, Toner cartridge, USB and Ethernet ports, Power switch.

Feature	Description
Print Speed	Up to 30 pages per minute
Resolution	600 x 600 dpi (HQ1200 enhancement)
Paper Capacity	Standard 250 sheets, optional 500-sheet tray
Interfaces	USB 2.0, Ethernet 10/100Base-TX
Memory	Standard 32MB, expandable to 160MB
Supported OS	Windows, macOS, Linux
Toner Cartridge	TN-360 (approx. 8,000 pages at 5% coverage)
Drum Unit	DR-360 (approx. 25,000 pages)
Power Consumption	Approx. 470W (printing), 65W (ready), 8W (sleep)
Dimensions	15.4" W x 15.7" D x 13.4" H

Installation

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

Remove all packing materials and tapes from printer exterior and interior.
Install toner cartridge: Open front cover, remove cartridge from packaging, shake gently, insert until clicks.
Load paper: Adjust paper guides in main tray, load letter-size paper face down.
Connect power cord to printer and wall outlet.
Connect USB or Ethernet cable to computer/network.

WARNING! Do not touch the green drum surface; avoid exposure to light. Keep printer away from heat and humidity.

First-Time Setup

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

Install driver: Insert CD or download from Brother website; follow installation wizard.
Configure network (if using Ethernet): Use control panel to set IP address or enable DHCP.
Print test page: From driver properties or press Go button on printer.
Adjust default settings: Set paper size, print quality, toner save mode via driver.

CAUTION! Ensure firmware is updated for compatibility and security.

Specifications

Print Technology: Laser electrophotography.
Print Speed: Up to 30 ppm (A4/Letter).
First Print Out: Less than 10 seconds.
Paper Sizes: Letter, Legal, Executive, A4, A5, B5, envelopes, labels.
Paper Weight: 16-43 lb (60-163 g/m²).
Duty Cycle: Up to 30,000 pages per month.
Noise Level: Less than 53 dB (printing).
Power Source: 120V AC, 60Hz.
Operating Environment: 50-90°F (10-32°C), 20-80% humidity.

Controls and Settings

Control Panel: LCD display, Go (power/status), Cancel, Job Cancel, Toner, Drum, Paper, Error LEDs.

Menu Navigation: Use Go button to enter menu, navigate with Cancel/Job Cancel.

Printer Settings: Accessed via control panel or driver. Network: TCP/IP, NetWare, AppleTalk. Print Quality: Toner Save (On/Off), Resolution, Darkness. Paper: Size, Type, Tray selection. Maintenance: Print reports, reset counters, firmware update.

Connecting to Network

Ethernet: Connect cable to router/switch. USB: Direct to computer.

Connect Ethernet cable to printer and network device.
Power on printer; wait for IP address assignment (check via network config page).
Install driver on each computer, select network connection during setup.
Verify connectivity by printing configuration page.

Tip: Use Brother Web Connect for remote management via browser.

Printing Operations

Supports standard, duplex (manual), multiple pages per sheet, watermark, poster printing.

Send print job from application (File > Print).
Select Brother HL-6050 as printer, adjust properties as needed.
Monitor job via printer LEDs; cancel with Job Cancel button if needed.
For manual duplex: Print odd pages, reload paper, print even pages.
Special media: Adjust paper guides for envelopes/labels; select media type in driver.

WARNING! Do not open covers during printing; allow printer to cool before maintenance.

Maintenance & Consumables

Replace toner when Toner LED blinks or print becomes faint. Replace drum when Drum LED lights.

Toner replacement: Open front cover, remove old cartridge, install new TN-360.
Drum replacement: Remove toner cartridge, pull out old DR-360, insert new unit.
Cleaning: Wipe exterior with dry cloth; clean paper path with approved lint-free cloth.
Print head cleaning: Run cleaning cycle from maintenance menu if lines appear.

CAUTION! Use only genuine Brother consumables; recycle used cartridges properly.

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 1-877-267-8437.

Troubleshooting

Symptom	Possible Cause	Corrective Action
Printer not powering on	Power connection	Check power cord and outlet; ensure power switch is on.
Paper jams	Paper misloaded/damaged	Open covers, remove jammed paper carefully; reload properly.
Poor print quality	Toner low/dirty drum	Replace toner cartridge; clean corona wire; run cleaning cycle.
Network not detected	Cable/driver issues	Check Ethernet cable; reinstall driver; verify IP settings.
Error lights flashing	Cover open/mechanical issue	Ensure all covers closed; power cycle; check for obstructions.

Reset: Hold Go button for 10 seconds to restore factory defaults if needed.

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