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brother DCOP-145C DCP-165C DCP-185C quick installation
This guide walks you through unpacking the printer, checking that all components are present, loading A4 paper, installing ink cartridges and connecting the power and USB cables. It also explains how to prepare the device for first use, including initial cleaning of the ink system.
The document then details software installation on Windows or macOS, using the supplied CD‑ROM to install the MFL‑Pro Suite and optional applications, and shows how to set the date, time and perform a test print to verify proper operation. This manual is written in Chinese.
Brother DCP-165C specifications
| Warning LED indicator | Present |
|---|---|
| Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) | Supported on DCP‑185C only |
| PictBridge direct camera printing | Supported |
| PhotoCapture Center | Supported |
| USB flash‑drive printing | Supported |
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Day-to-day operation, settings and troubleshooting. Start here if the product is already set up.
Disassembly, diagnostics and part numbers, for repair.
The shortest path to a working setup, usually only a few pages.
Questions answered in these manuals
How do I register my Brother printer?
Visit the Brother registration page at http://www.brother.com/registration/ and follow the instructions.
Which model supports the automatic document feeder?
Only the DCP‑185C model includes an automatic document feeder (ADF).
How do I load paper into the printer?
Open the paper tray, adjust the guides to A4 size, place ordinary A4 paper inside, and close the tray.
From: brother DCOP-145C DCP-165C DCP-185C quick installation
How do I load paper into the printer?
Open the paper tray, place the paper according to the guidelines in the "装入纸张和其他打印介质" section, and adjust the guides.
From: Brother DCP-145C/DCP-165C/DCP-185C Printer User Manual
How do I clean the print head?
Refer to the "清洗打印头" subsection in the maintenance chapter for step‑by‑step cleaning instructions.
From: Brother DCP-145C/DCP-165C/DCP-185C Printer User Manual
