DCP-J572DW / MFC-J491DW / MFC-J497DW

Quick Setup Guide D0103M001-01

The latest manuals are available at the Brother Solutions Center:
Read the Product Safety Guide first, then read this Quick Setup Guide support.brother.com/manuals UK
for the correct installation procedure. Version A

Unpack the machine and check the components

1 The components included in the box may differ depending on your country.
Remove the protective tape and film covering the machine.

NOTE
• Most of the illustrations in this Quick Setup Guide show the
MFC-J491DW.
• Save all packing materials and the box in case you must ship your
machine.
• You must purchase the correct interface cable for the
Inbox Ink Cartridges* Quick Setup Guide Power Cord interface you want to use.
• Black Reference Guide USB cable
• Yellow Product Safety Guide We recommend using a USB 2.0 cable (Type A/B) that is no more
• Cyan than 2 metres long.
• Magenta
*Ink cartridges contain
approximately the same page (for UK) (for others)
yield as replacement cartridges
Watch our FAQ videos for help
(Standard). Brother Installation Disc Telephone Line Cord
with setting up your Brother uu Reference Guide: Supply
machine. (MFC models only)
Specifications
support.brother.com/videos

2 Load paper in the paper tray

For more information about paper handling and sizes, see the Reference Guide. NOTE
Pull out the paper support a, and unfold
the paper support flap b so that the
 printed pages do not fall.

Adjust the paper guides. Close the output paper tray cover, and 
Open the output paper tray then slowly push the tray completely
cover a. Fan the paper well and load it in the tray. into the machine.

Select your country

3 Connect the power cord 4 or language 5 Set the date and time
(Initial setup only)
After turning the machine on, you may need to set your Follow the prompts displayed on the LCD to set the
country or language (depending on your machine). date and time.
If required, follow the touchscreen instructions.
(Example for UK)

NOTE
You can adjust the control panel angle to read the
LCD more easily.

6 Install the inbox ink cartridges 7 Machine settings

When the machine has finished the initial cleaning
process, follow the steps on the LCD to configure
Follow the steps on the LCD the machine’s settings.
to unpack and install the ink • Check print quality
cartridges. • Set Firmware Update defaults
The machine will prepare the ink • Print the installation sheet
tube system for printing.
Quickly shake just the black
ink cartridge horizontally
15 times as shown, before
Open the ink cartridge cover, and then inserting it into the machine.
remove the orange protective part
from the machine.

NOTE
Do not throw away the orange protective part.
You will need it if you transport the machine.

Select your language Connect the telephone line cord (MFC models only)
8 (if needed and only for 9 If you are not using your machine as a fax, go to 10 .
For more information on using the fax feature, see the Online User’s Guide.
certain models)
([DPSOHIRU8.
1. Press Settings.
2. Press a or b to select the following:
a. Select [Initial Setup], and then press OK.
b. Select [Local Language], and then press OK.
c. Select your language, and then press OK.
3. Press Stop/Exit.
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10 Select a device to connect to your machine

Computer Mobile Device

Go to 11 and follow the instructions. Go to 12 and follow the instructions.

11 Connect your computer Brother regularly updates firmware to add features and apply bug fixes.
To check for the latest firmware, visit support.brother.com/up4.

Download

Follow the on-screen instructions and prompts.

For Windows®: For USB Connection:

If the Brother screen does not appear Locate the correct port inside the machine
Put the installation disc into your CD/DVD drive, or
automatically, go to Computer (My as shown.
download the Full Driver & Software Package at:
Computer/This PC). Double-click the Finished
For Windows®: support.brother.com/windows CD/DVD-ROM icon, and then double-click
For Mac: support.brother.com/mac start.exe.

If you are using a recently released operating For Mac:

system on your computer, visit the above websites For full driver functionality, we recommend
for updated driver and software information. choosing the CUPS driver when adding a
printer.

Can’t Connect? Check the following:

Restart your wireless access point/router
Wireless network If still not successful, go to 12 .
(if possible).
Restart your machine and computer,
and then go to 11 .
If still not successful, visit support.brother.com
USB connection Disconnect the cable.
for FAQs and Troubleshooting.

12 Alternative wireless setup Even if you do not have a wireless access point/router, you can connect
your device and your machine directly. For additional wireless network
support, go to support.brother.com/wireless-support.
Find your SSID (Network Name) and Network Key (Password) on your
wireless access point/router and write them in the table provided below.
Select the SSID (Network Name) for
your access point/router and enter the
SSID (Network Name) Network Key (Password). For Computer
Network Key (Password) 1. Go to your machine, For more information, see Enter Text
and press WiFi on the on Your Brother Machine in the Online
panel. Press OK to select User’s Guide. Go to 11 to install software.
[Setup Wizard].
The [Enable WLAN?] When the wireless setup is successful,
message appears on the the LCD displays [Connected].
SSID: XXXXXXX LCD. For Mobile Device
Network key: XXXX
2. Press c to select Yes.
If setup is not successful, restart Go to 13 to install apps.
If you cannot find this information, ask your network your Brother machine and your
administrator or wireless access point/router manufacturer. wireless access point/router, and
repeat 12 .

13 Print or scan using your mobile device

Your mobile device must be connected to the same wireless network as your Brother machine.
Brother SupportCenter is a mobile app that provides the latest
support information for your Brother product.
Visit the App Store or Google Play™ to download.

AirPrint is available for all supported iOS devices including

iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch. You do not need to download
any software to use AirPrint. For more information, see the
Online User’s Guide.
Optional apps
You can print from and scan to your mobile device using various apps.
For instructions, see the Online User’s Guide.
Download and install the Mopria® Print Service app from
Google Play™ using your Android™ device.

Download and install our free application Brother iPrint&Scan

from a mobile application store, such as the App Store, Google
Play™, or Microsoft® Store using your mobile device.

Additional Wireless Support: support.brother.com/wireless-support

For FAQs, Troubleshooting, and to download software and manuals, visit support.brother.com. For product specifications, see the Online User’s Guide. © 2018 Brother Industries, Ltd. All rights reserved.