Brother HL4150CDN Manual

The Brother HL4150CDN is a color laser printer designed for small to medium-sized offices, featuring fast printing speeds up to 28 ppm (black) and 23 ppm (color), automatic duplex printing, wired and wireless network connectivity, high-capacity toner cartridges, and a compact design. Below are key sections for safety, features, installation, setup, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.

Features at a Glance

Key components: Color laser engine, control panel with LCD display, paper trays, network interfaces, USB port, and toner cartridges.

Installation

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

1. Remove all packaging materials and tape from printer interior.
2. Install toner cartridges: Open front cover, remove protective tape from cartridges, insert into respective slots.
3. Load paper: Adjust paper guides in input tray, load letter-size paper.
4. Connect power cable to printer and wall outlet.
5. Turn on printer using power switch.

WARNING! Toner cartridges are sensitive to light; keep covered until installation. Avoid touching electrical contacts.

First-Time Setup

Power on printer; follow initial setup prompts on LCD display.

1. Set language: Use control panel arrows to select language, press OK.
2. Install print driver: Insert installation CD or download from Brother website, follow on-screen instructions.
3. Configure network: For wired connection, connect Ethernet cable; for wireless, use WPS or manual setup via control panel.
4. Align cartridges: Printer will automatically perform initial cartridge alignment after first power-on.
5. Print test page: Verify installation by printing configuration page from printer menu.

CAUTION! Do not unplug printer during initial setup or alignment process.

Specifications

• Print Technology: Color laser, LED exposure system.
• Print Speed: Black: Up to 28 ppm, Color: Up to 23 ppm.
• First Print Out Time: Less than 13 seconds (black), less than 16 seconds (color).
• Monthly Duty Cycle: Up to 30,000 pages.
• Paper Sizes: Letter, Legal, Executive, A4, A5, B5, envelopes.
• Paper Weight: 16-43 lb (60-163 gsm).
• Interface: Ethernet 10/100BASE-TX, Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n, USB 2.0.
• Power Consumption:Approx. 460W (printing), 65W (ready), 1.3W (sleep).
• Operating Environment: Temperature: 50-90.5°F (10-32.5°C), Humidity: 20-80% RH.
• Warranty: 1-year limited warranty.

Controls and Settings

Access menus via control panel buttons and LCD display.

Control Panel: Power button, LCD display (2 lines), OK button, Navigation arrows (up/down/left/right), Go (green button), Cancel (red button), Toner/Paper/Drum indicators.

Menu Options: Reports (print configuration, network settings), Network (TCP/IP, wireless setup), Printer Settings (paper size, duplex, sleep timer), Maintenance (clean drum, reset menu).

Software Settings: Use Brother ControlCenter software for scan settings, toner alerts, device settings.

Connecting to Network

Wired: Connect Ethernet cable to router and printer. Wireless: Use WPS or manual configuration.

1. Wired: Connect Ethernet cable to network port on printer and router/switch.
2. Wireless (WPS): Press WPS button on router, then navigate to Network > Wireless > WPS on printer control panel.
3. Wireless (Manual): Select SSID from list, enter password using control panel arrows.
4. Verify connection: Print network configuration report from Reports menu.

Tip: For stable connection, place printer within range of wireless router, avoiding obstructions.

Printing Operations

Supports standard printing, duplex printing, multiple copies, and various paper types.

1. Basic print: Select file, choose Brother HL4150CDN as printer, adjust settings as needed in print dialog.
2. Duplex printing: Enable in printer properties or document settings for automatic two-sided printing.
3. Multiple copies: Set number of copies in print dialog.
4. Paper selection: Choose paper size and type in print settings to match loaded paper.
5. Cancel print job: Press Cancel (red) button on control panel or delete from print queue on computer.
6. Print reports: Access Reports menu on control panel for configuration, supplies status, network settings.

WARNING! Do not open covers during printing. Allow printer to cool before performing maintenance.

Maintenance & Supplies

Replace toner cartridges when low, clean printer exterior, replace drum unit as needed.

Toner Replacement: Open front cover, remove empty cartridge, unpack new cartridge, shake gently, insert until click, close cover.

Drum Unit Replacement: Replace when message appears on display or print quality declines (approx. 25,000 pages).

Cleaning: Unplug printer, use dry lint-free cloth to clean exterior. Do not use liquids or aerosols.

CAUTION! Toner powder may be hazardous; avoid inhalation. Dispose of used cartridges according to local regulations.

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 support.brother.com or contact Brother Customer Service at 1-877-267-8437.

Troubleshooting

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

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