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- Page 1 MW-145MFi User’s Guide Mobile Printer Before using this printer, be sure to read this User’s Guide. We suggest that you keep this manual in a handy place for future reference.
- Page 2 Introduction Thank you for purchasing the MPrint MW-145MFi mobile printer (hereinafter referred to as "the printer"). This is a slim, lightweight thermal black-and-white mobile printer, which, by connecting to a computer or mobile device, can print via simple operations. This document describes how to consult instruction manuals and other points users should know to implement basic printer operations.
- Page 3 Brother website information The latest information is provided on our website. You are invited to visit the Brother website to view the latest product information, and download the updated printer driver and instruction manuals. · Mobile printer products: www.brother.com · Service & Support Website Support website (Brother Solutions Center) support.brother.com...
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Page 4: Package Contents
Composition of Instruction Manuals The Product Safety Guide, User's Guide, and Software User's Guide are provided for this printer. Download the Software User's Guide from Brother Solutions Center at support.brother.com. The outline of each document is as follows: Product Safety Guide Describes precautions for handling the printer. -
Page 5: Part Names
Part Names Right side Paper check window Paper cassette cover Paper output slot Left side Status indicator light (LED) Charging indicator light (LED) AC adapter connector Power switch Bluetooth switch USB connector... - Page 6 Back Battery connector Battery cover...
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Page 7: Before Use
Before Use Installing the rechargeable battery Danger Do not use this printer with any rechargeable battery other than that specified (BT-100), otherwise a fire or damage may result. When handling the rechargeable battery, see the instructions in the Product Safety Guide. ... - Page 8 Insert the connector 1 of the Black battery in the direction shown at right. Insert the connector fully, without using excessive force. Pay attention to the battery cord colors and be sure you insert the connector in the correct orientation, otherwise it may be damaged.
- Page 9 Charging Use the AC adapter designed specifically for this printer to charge the battery. After purchasing this printer, be sure to charge the battery fully before using it (the charging indicator light lights up in orange while charging). Plug the AC adapter cord into the printer.
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Page 10: Indicator Lights
After charging is finished, disconnect the AC adapter. The printer cannot be operated solely with the AC adapter. The rechargeable battery must be installed. Indicator lights A blue or green status indicator light indicates the printer is operating correctly, while a red light indicates an error has occurred. - Page 11 2 If a system error has occurred (indicated by the lit red light) ... The printer may be damaged. Contact your Brother dealer or Brother Customer Support. ( See the Product Safety Guide.)
- Page 12 Charging indicator light You can check the status of the power supply by observing the charging indicator light. The charging indicator light has two functions. 1 Indicating the charging status (when the AC adapter is con- nected) Indicator light status Printer status Constantly lit Charging...
- Page 13 This printer is powered with a rechargeable Li-ion battery. If the printer can only be used for a short period of time even though the battery is fully charged, the battery may have reached the end of its service life. Replace the rechargeable Li-ion battery with a new one.
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Page 14: Turning The Printer On/Off
Turning the printer on/off Press and hold the power switch for a short while. Press and hold the power switch until Power switch the green or blue status indicator light is lit. When the printer is turned on, the status indicator light is: Green (if Bluetooth is switched off) Blue (if Bluetooth is switched on) -
Page 15: Using Bluetooth
Using Bluetooth Use the Bluetooth switch to select whether to use Bluetooth communication. Turn on the Bluetooth switch to transmit data using Bluetooth. Bluetooth communication ON When data is printed using a USB, we recommend turning off the Bluetooth switch to save power. ... -
Page 16: Preparing The Paper Cassette
Preparing the paper cassette Use only the paper cassette designed exclusively for this printer. Use of any other paper may cause paper misfeeds or damage the printer main unit. Prepare the paper cassette before loading it into the printer. Firmly fold the lid back along the fold 1. -
Page 17: Loading The Paper Cassette
Loading the paper cassette Slide the paper cassette cover (on the top of the printer) in the direction indicated by 1. The paper cassette cover will open in the direction indicated by Insert the paper cassette. Paper type indication The paper type indication on the paper cassette should face up. - Page 18 Slide the paper cassette cover Paper check window in the direction indicated by 4. If the paper cassette is correctly loaded, the paper type indication on the cassette can be seen through the paper check window. Paper type indication The paper cassette cover is locked.
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Page 19: Communication Using Bluetooth Technology
Communication Using Bluetooth Technology Precautions for printing data using Bluetooth If using a computer, make sure the Bluetooth function is available for the computer or mobile device before installing the printer driver for the printer. The following instructions outline the basic procedures to make a Bluetooth connection. - Page 20 On the computer or mobile device, open the screen used for establishing a Bluetooth connection. Search for Bluetooth devices from the Bluetooth connection screen. ***** ***** "MW-145MF_ " should be found, where " " is the last four digits of the printer serial number. Select this printer from the list of Bluetooth devices found, and establish the connection.
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Page 21: Installing On A Computer
Printer driver Use this driver to print data from the printer. Manuals You can download the software installer from the Brother website (http://www.brother.com/inst). Double-click the downloaded ".exe" file and follow the on-screen instructions to start installation. Before installation begins, you are prompted to select software and manuals in the dialog box that presents items to be installed. -
Page 22: Maintenance
Appendix Maintenance Turn off the printer before cleaning it. Cleaning the surface of the printer Clean off any dust or other dirt from the printer by wiping it using a soft, dry cloth. If the printer is extremely dirty, wipe it using a slightly damp cloth. Do not use benzene, paint thinners, or any other solvents, otherwise the printer may become discolored or deformed. - Page 23 Cleaning the paper feed roller If the paper is not fed correctly, clean the paper feed roller. Open the paper cassette cover. Paper feed roller Feed direction Rotate the paper feed roller in the feed direction until it stops. Attach a piece of Scotch tape to Paper feed roller the paper rubber feed roller.
- Page 24 If a paper misfeed occurs Remove the paper according to the following procedure. If the paper has been fed out of the paper output slot: Pull the paper out of the paper output slot. Clean the paper feed roller and remove paper powder (...
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Page 25: Replacing The Battery
Replacing the battery Danger Do not use this printer with any rechargeable battery other than that specified (BT-100), otherwise a fire or damage may result. When handling the rechargeable battery, see the instructions in the Product Safety Guide. ... - Page 26 Insert the connector 1 of the Black battery in the direction shown at right. Insert the connector fully, without using excessive force. Be sure to insert the connectors in the correct orientation, otherwise it may be damaged. Fit the battery cord into the groove as shown in the illustration.
- Page 27 To protect valuable resources, do not dispose of used batteries; instead, take them to your local recycling shop that handles rechargeable batteries or to the Brother battery collection center. When disposing of the battery, do not remove the plating, or disassemble the battery. When sending the battery to the Brother battery collection center, you will be required to pay the shipping cost.
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Page 28: Troubleshooting
( see page 21). Even after the misfed There may still be some torn paper in the paper was removed, the printer. Contact your Brother dealer or Brother error cannot be cleared. Customer Support. ( See the Product Safety Guide.) An indicator light is lit or See Indicator Lights on page 8. - Page 29 The paper does not · Make sure the lid of the paper cassette is feed. firmly folded along the fold (1) ( see page 14). · Make sure the paper cassette cover is securely closed ( see page 16). · The paper may be dirty. Pull out the first sheet from the back of the paper cassette, and then load the paper cassette again (...
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Page 30: Product Specifications
Paper supply Brother paper cassette, automatic paper feed mechanism method Paper Brother A7 cut paper (74 mm x 105 mm/2.9" x 4.1") 69 mm x 100 mm/2.7" x 3.9" (C-51: 62 mm x 95 mm/ Print area 2.4" x 3.7") Power supply Li-ion battery (BT-100: 7.2V), charging adapter... -
Page 31: Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions I often wound the cable of the charging AC adapter around the adapter or bent the cable to move the adapter. This often causes the cable to break and the adapter to stop working. When carrying the AC adapter, securely bind the cable using a tie wrap to prevent any load from being applied to the cable. - Page 32 · Do not operate or store the printer in a location exposed to extremely high or extremely low temperatures, extreme humidity, clogging dust, or extreme vibrations, such as those: Inside a vehicle (particularly in a closed car under a hot sun) ...
- Page 33 Paper cannot be fed, although there is still paper left in the cassette. Contamination of the paper feed roller may prevent some sheets of paper from being picked up. Use Scotch tape to remove dirt on the paper feed roller. Paper feed roller Scotch tape ...
- Page 34 For Brother mobile printers, make sure you use paper supplied by Brother. If other paper has been used, paper feed failures may occur frequently, which cannot be solved by cleaning the paper feed mechanism. For any failures caused by paper other than Brother paper, you will be liable for repair costs even if the charge-free warranty period is still in effect.
- Page 35 If the printer has been moved to a cool temperature environment: The printer may not work when the ambient temperature is lower than 0 °C/32 °F. In an ultralow temperature environment (at -10 °C/ 14 °F or lower), the number of printable pages becomes less. Print data from the printer in a location with an ambient temperature of 0 °C/32 °F or higher.
- Page 36 Therefore, check the actual printing performance in your environment after you purchase the printer, and then use the printer under your own responsibility. 3. Brother assumes no responsibility for any damage or lost profits that result from observing the contents of this document.
- Page 37 Printed in Japan LBF085001...