Brother MFC-J5830DW Manual

The Brother MFC-J5830DW is an all-in-one color inkjet printer featuring print, copy, scan, and fax capabilities. It supports wireless and Ethernet network connectivity, automatic duplex printing, a 250-sheet paper capacity, and high-yield ink cartridges for cost-effective operation. Below are key sections for safety, features, installation, setup, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.

1. Features at a Glance 2. Installation & Setup 3. Specifications 4. Control Panel & Settings 5. Connecting to Network 6. Printing Documents 7. Scanning & Copying 8. Fax Functions 9. Maintenance & Ink Replacement 10. Regulatory Information 11. Troubleshooting

Features at a Glance

Key components: Color inkjet printhead, Automatic Document Feeder (ADF), Control Panel with LCD, Paper trays, Network ports, and USB connection.

Feature	Description
Print Speed	Up to 15 ppm (black) and 10 ppm (color)
Paper Capacity	250 sheets (main tray) + 1-sheet bypass
Connectivity	Wi-Fi, Ethernet, USB 2.0
Duplex Printing	Automatic two-sided printing
Scanner Type	Flatbed + ADF (30 sheets)
Fax	Super G3 color fax with memory
Display	2.7-inch color touchscreen LCD
Ink System	Individual high-yield LC301 series cartridges
Mobile Printing	Brother iPrint&Scan, AirPrint, Google Cloud Print
Power Consumption	Approx. 30W (printing), 1.5W (sleep)

Installation & Setup

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

Install ink cartridges: Open front cover, remove protective tape from cartridges, insert into correct color slots until they click.
Load paper: Adjust paper guides in tray, load up to 250 sheets of plain paper.
Connect power: Plug power cord into printer and wall outlet.
Turn on printer: Press Power button; follow on-screen prompts to initialize.
Install software: Insert CD or download drivers from Brother website; follow installation wizard.

WARNING! Do not touch printhead or ink contacts. Keep printer upright during installation.

Specifications

Printer Type: 4-color inkjet with individual cartridges.
Print Resolution: Up to 1200 x 6000 dpi.
Paper Sizes: Letter, Legal, A4, envelopes, labels, cards.
Scanner Resolution: Up to 1200 x 2400 dpi optical.
Fax Transmission: Approx. 3 seconds per page.
Operating Systems: Windows, macOS, Linux.
Dimensions: 16.1" W x 15.7" D x 11.8" H.
Weight: Approx. 22 lbs.
Power Source: 120V AC, 60Hz.

Control Panel & Settings

Access functions via the 2.7-inch color touchscreen and physical buttons.

Buttons: Power, Home, Back, Start, Stop, Color, Black, Fax Start, Eco.

Menu Options: Print Reports, Network Settings, Fax Settings, Maintenance, Reset.

Settings: Network configuration (Wi-Fi/Ethernet), Paper size/type, Print quality (Draft/Normal/High), Eco mode (toner saving), Sleep timer, Language selection (default English).

Connecting to Network

Connect via Wi-Fi, Ethernet cable, or USB.

Wi-Fi: Use WPS button or manual setup via control panel > Network > Wireless.
Ethernet: Connect cable from router to printer's LAN port.
Verify connection: Print Network Configuration Report from menu.
Install wireless drivers on computer during software setup.

Tip: Place printer within range of your wireless router for stable connection.

Printing Documents

Supports printing from computer, mobile devices, and cloud services.

Ensure printer is on and connected.
From computer: Select File > Print; choose Brother MFC-J5830DW as printer.
Adjust settings: Paper size, orientation, color vs. black, duplex, quality.
Click Print; job appears in queue.
Mobile printing: Use Brother iPrint&Scan app, AirPrint (iOS), or Google Cloud Print.

WARNING! Do not open covers during printing. Use recommended paper types.

Scanning & Copying

Use flatbed for single items or ADF for multiple pages.

Scanning:

Place document face down on glass or in ADF.
Press Scan button on control panel or use computer software.
Select destination: Computer, USB, email, cloud.
Adjust settings: Resolution, file format (PDF, JPEG), color mode.
Press Start to scan.

Copying:

Place original as above.
Press Copy button.
Set number of copies, darkness, paper size, reduce/enlarge.
Press Color or Black button to start.

Fax Functions

Requires connection to analog telephone line.

Connect telephone line to LINE port on back of printer.
Set date/time and station ID via Fax Settings menu.
To send fax: Place document, dial number using keypad or speed dial, press Fax Start.
To receive: Set mode to Auto, Manual, or Answering Machine.
Access fax memory and reports from Fax menu.

Note: Color fax requires recipient to have color fax capability.

Maintenance & Ink Replacement

Regular maintenance ensures optimal performance.

Replace ink when low indicator appears: Open front cover, press ink latch, remove old cartridge, insert new one.
Clean printhead: Use Maintenance menu > Printhead Cleaning.
Align printhead: Via Maintenance menu > Printhead Alignment.
Clean exterior: Unplug, use dry soft cloth; avoid liquids.

CAUTION! Use only Brother LC301 series ink cartridges. Do not refill.

Regulatory Information

FCC Part 15: Class B digital device; complies with interference limits. ICES-003: Complies with Canadian EMI regulations. ENERGY STAR® qualified. Copyright © Brother Industries, Ltd. For support, visit support.brother.com or contact Brother Customer Service at 1-877-276-8437.

Troubleshooting

Symptom	Possible Cause	Corrective Action
Printer not printing	Connection/ink/paper	Check power and cables; ensure ink installed; clear paper jams.
Poor print quality	Clogged printhead	Run Printhead Cleaning utility; align printhead; check ink levels.
Wireless connection fails	Router distance/settings	Move closer to router; re-run network setup; restart devices.
Paper jams	Misloaded paper	Turn off, open covers, gently remove jammed paper; reload correctly.
Scanner not working	Driver/connection	Reinstall scanner driver; check USB/network connection; restart.

Reset: Menu > Maintenance > Reset Settings if needed.

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