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Printer Brother DCP-L2560DW

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The Brother DCP-L2560DW multifunction printer is a device designed to meet the printing, scanning, and copying needs in a home or professional environment. Equipped with laser printing technology, this printer offers exceptional print quality with a maximum resolution of 2400 x 600 DPI, ensuring clear and precise documents.

The printing speed reaches up to 30 pages per minute in black mode, making this device particularly efficient for daily tasks. Additionally, the manual duplex printing mode helps save paper while being environmentally friendly.

Regarding scanning, the Brother DCP-L2560DW offers color scanning with a resolution of 600 x 2400 DPI, ideal for capturing the details of your documents. It also allows direct scanning to files or emails, providing flexibility in managing your documents.

The built-in copier allows for color copies at a speed of 30 copies per minute, and the ability to resize documents from 25 to 400 % offers a wide variety of options.

For connectivity, the printer features a Wi-Fi connection and an Ethernet port, making it easy to network in different environments. Moreover, it is compatible with Windows, Mac, and Linux operating systems, making it accessible to a wide range of users.

Finally, with a recommended monthly duty cycle of 250 to 2000 pages, the Brother DCP-L2560DW is designed for durable performance, while being ENERGY STAR certified for its energy efficiency.

In summary, the Brother DCP-L2560DW is a comprehensive and high-performing solution for those looking for a versatile device capable of efficiently handling printing, scanning, and copying.

Manual of product DCP-L2560DW

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Editorial note

The Brother DCP-L2560DW printer stands out for its impressive performance, including a print speed of 30 pages per minute and a maximum resolution of 2400 x 600 DPI, ensuring high-quality prints. Additionally, the manual duplex printing feature contributes to an eco-friendly approach by reducing paper consumption. Its color scanning capability with an optical resolution of 600 x 2400 DPI allows for faithful reproductions of documents. However, some points may pose issues. The manual duplex printing mode can be less convenient for those who frequently print documents on both sides. Furthermore, while the print quality is excellent, the scanning resolution may not meet the expectations of users requiring very high-quality scans. The lack of an integrated fax machine and the weight of 9900 g could also be drawbacks for professionals looking to maximize their efficiency. In terms of user experience, the intuitive interface and various connectivity options, such as Wi-Fi and Ethernet, are notable assets. However, the value for money remains satisfactory, although the limited number of single-color print cartridges may restrict some users. In summary, the Brother DCP-L2560DW is a solid choice for office environments, but some drawbacks should be considered before purchase.

Score details

User experience

The user experience is generally positive due to an intuitive interface and remarkable print quality, although the manual duplex printing mode may be a drawback for some.

Performance

The performance is excellent with a printing speed of 30 pages per minute and a print resolution of 2400 x 600 DPI, but the scanning is limited to 600 x 2400 DPI, which may not satisfy demanding users.

Design

The design is practical and suitable for office environments, but its weight of 9900 g can make it difficult to move.

Value for money

The value for money is good considering its features, but the limited number of single-color print cartridges may restrict some users.

Features

The features are varied, including Wi-Fi and Ethernet connectivity, but the lack of an integrated fax machine may be a drawback for some professionals.

Support

Technical support is generally accessible, but the absence of certain features like faxing may limit assistance in specific environments.

Documentation

The provided documentation is adequate, but it could be improved to include more detailed information on advanced features.

Advantages

Fast printing: 30 pages/minute.

Manual duplex printing for paper savings.

Print quality 2400 x 600 DPI.

Color scanning 600 x 2400 DPI.

Ethernet and Wi-Fi connectivity.

Energy-saving mode to reduce costs.

Disadvantages

Manual duplex printing is inconvenient

Scanning resolution limited to 600 x 2400 DPI

No built-in fax machine

High weight of 9900 g

Only black ink cartridge

Technical Specifications DCP-L2560DW

General Information

Print speed

  • Printing technology
    Laser
  • Printing
    Monochrome printing
  • Double-sided printing
    Yes
  • Duplex printing mode
    Auto
  • Print speed (black, normal quality, A4/US Letter)
    30 ppm
  • Maximum resolution
    2400 x 600 DPI
  • Duplex printing speed (ISO / IEC 24734) monochrome
    15 ipm
  • Duplex printing speed (Black, normal quality, A4/US Letter)
    7.5 ppm
  • Copy time for the first page (Black, normal)
    8.5 s
  • Preheating time
    10 s
  • Double-sided printing
    Yes

Copier

  • Copy
    Simple copy
  • Max. resolution of copies
    600 x 600 DPI
  • Copy speed (normal quality, black, A4)
    30 cpm
  • Resizing copy
    25 - 400 %
  • Maximum number of copies
    99 copies
  • Free PC copy
    Yes
  • Release time of the first print (black, normal)
    10 s

Digitization

  • Digitization
    Color scanning
  • Optical scanning resolution
    600 x 2400 DPI
  • Maximum scan area
    A4 (210 x 297) mm
  • Maximum scanning resolution
    19200 x 19200 DPI
  • Type of scanner
    Flatbed scanning
  • Scan to
    E-mail, File, FTP, Image, OCR
  • Input color display depth
    30 bit
  • Output color display depth
    24 bit
  • Gray levels
    256
  • Scanning technology
    CIS
  • Scan drivers
    ICA, TWAIN, WIA

Fax

  • Fax
    No

Features

  • Service cycle (Maximum)
    - pages per month
  • Digital sender
    No
  • Number of print cartridges
    1
  • Printing colors
    Black
  • Service cycle (recommended)
    250 - 2000 pages per month
  • Languages of the page description
    BR-Script 3, PCL 6
  • PostScript® Fonts
    66
  • PostScript® Fonts
    66

Network

  • Email protocols
    APOP, IMAP4, POP3
  • Wifi
    Yes
  • Wifi
    Yes
  • LAN Ethernet: data transfer rate
    10, 100 Mbit/s
  • Security-supported algorithm
    128-bit WEP, 64-bit WEP, APOP, SMTP-AUTH, SNMP, WPA-AES, WPA-PSK, WPA-TKIP, WPA2-AES, WPA2-PSK, WPS
  • Wifi standards
    802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • Support for network protocols (IPv4)
    ARP, RARP, BOOTP, DHCP, APIPA (Auto IP), WINS/NetBIOS name resolution, DNS resolver, mDNS, LLMNR responder, LPR/LPD, Custom Raw Port/Port 9100, IPP, FTP Server, SNMPv1/v2c/v3, HTTP Server, TFTP Client/Server, SMTP Client, ICMP, Web Services (Print/Scan), SNTP Client, POP3, IMAP4
  • Support for network protocols (IPv6)
    NDP, RA, DNS Resolver, mDNS, LLMNR responder, LPR/LPD, Custom Raw Port/Port 9100, IPP, FTP Server, SNMPv1/v2c/v3, HTTP Server, TFTP Client/Server, SMTP Client, ICMPv6, Web Services (Print/Scan), SNTP Client, POP3, IMAP4
  • Mobile printing technologies
    Apple AirPrint, Brother iPrint & Scan, Google Cloud Print
  • Online services supported
    Box, Dropbox, Evernote, Facebook, Flickr, Google Drive, OneDrive, Picasa
  • Wiring technology
    10/100Base-T(X)

Other features

  • Web-based management
    Yes
  • Web-based management
    Yes
  • Web-based management
    Yes

Representation / realization

  • Processor family
    ARM9
  • Processor frequency
    266 MHz
  • Internal memory
    64 MB
  • Built-in memory card reader
    No
  • Sound power level (standby)
    33 dB
  • Sound pressure level (impression)
    50 dB
  • Sound pressure level (silent mode)
    45 dB
  • Integrated into the processor
    Yes

Input and output capacity

  • Total power capacity
    250 sheets
  • Paper feed type
    Paper bin
  • Total output capacity
    100 sheets
  • Manual feeding
    Yes

Paper management

  • Maximum ISO A series paper size
    A4
  • Type of paper tray support
    Bond paper
  • ISO, Format Series A (A0...A9)
    Envelopes
  • Non-ISO print support sizes
    Labels
  • Weight of the multifunctional tray support
    Plain paper
  • Weight of paper tray support
    Thick paper
  • Support width customization
    Thicker paper
  • Customization of support length
    Thin paper
  • A4
  • A5
  • A6
  • Executive
  • 60 - 163 g/m²
  • 60 - 105 g/m²
  • 76.2 - 215.9 mm
  • 127 - 355.6 mm

Design

  • Screen
    LCD
  • Screen size
    2.7 "
  • Built-in screen
    Yes
  • Product color
    Black
  • Built-in screen
    Yes
  • Market position
    Domestic and professional
  • Order type
    Touchscreen

Connectivity

  • USB port
    Yes
  • Standard interfaces
    Ethernet, USB 1.1, USB 2.0, Wireless LAN
  • Quantity of USB 1.1 ports
    1
  • USB port
    Yes
  • Quantity of USB 1.1 ports
    1

Power

  • Electricity consumption (average operation)
    510 W
  • Energy consumption (eco mode)
    6.6 W
  • Electricity consumption (stop)
    0.08 W
  • Energy consumption (standby mode)
    60 W
  • AC input frequency
    50 - 60 Hz
  • AC input voltage
    220 - 240 V
  • Consumption (max)
    1104 W

Minimum system requirements

  • Support for the Windows operating system
    Windows 7 Home Basic
  • Support for the Mac operating system
    Windows 7 Home Basic x64
  • Support for the Linux operating system
    Windows 7 Home Premium
  • Support for the server operating system
    Windows 7 Home Premium x64
  • Minimal disk space
    Windows 7 Professional
  • Windows 7 Professional x64
  • Windows 7 Starter
  • Windows 7 Starter x64
  • Windows 7 Ultimate
  • Windows 7 Ultimate x64
  • Windows 8
  • Windows 8 Enterprise
  • Windows 8 Enterprise x64
  • Windows 8 Pro
  • Windows 8 Pro x64
  • Windows 8 x64
  • Windows Vista Business
  • Windows Vista Business x64
  • Windows Vista Enterprise
  • Windows Vista Enterprise x64
  • Windows Vista Home Basic
  • Windows Vista Home Basic x64
  • Windows Vista Home Premium
  • Windows Vista Home Premium x64
  • Windows Vista Ultimate
  • Windows Vista Ultimate x64
  • Windows XP Home
  • Windows XP Home x64
  • Windows XP Professional
  • Windows XP Professional x64
  • Mac OS X 10.7 Lion
  • Mac OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion
  • Mac OS X 10.9 Mavericks
  • Yes
  • Windows Server 2003
  • Windows Server 2003 x64
  • Windows Server 2008
  • Windows Server 2008 R2
  • Windows Server 2008 x64
  • Windows Server 2012
  • Windows Server 2012 R2
  • 50 MB

Packaging contents

  • Provided software
    Brother Control Center 4
  • Drivers included
    Nuance PaperPort 12 SE
  • Brother Control Center 2
  • Yes

Sustainability

  • Sustainability certificates
    Nordic Swan Ecolabel
  • Blue Angel
  • ENERGY STAR

Weight and dimensions

  • Width
    409 mm
  • Depth
    399 mm
  • Height
    267 mm
  • Weight
    9900 g

Packaging information

  • Package width
    567 mm
  • Package depth
    517 mm
  • Package height
    414 mm
  • Package weight
    12700 g

Environmental conditions

  • Operating relative humidity (H-H)
    20 - 80 %
  • Temperature out of operation
    0 - 40 °C
  • Operating temperature
    10 - 32 °C
  • Relative humidity rate (storage)
    10 - 90 %

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the weight of the Brother DCP-L2560DW printer?
The Brother DCP-L2560DW printer weighs 9900 g.
What is the recommended method for removing paper jammed in the printer?
To remove the jammed paper, turn off the printer and gently pull it out. Make sure the print head does not touch the paper and that no paper remnants are inside the printer.
Why is my printer not recognizing the original cartridges?
Non-authentic cartridges may not be detected by the printer, which can result in a message indicating that the cartridge is empty. Check the manual of the purchased cartridge for solutions. If the problem persists, it is best to contact the seller.
What could be the causes of poor print quality?
Poor print quality can be due to several factors. Check that the cartridges or toners are full. In the case of inkjet printers, cleaning may be necessary, or the cartridges may be dry or the print head may be damaged. For laser printers, calibration may be recommended.
What is the difference between a laser printer and an inkjet printer?
A laser printer uses toner, while an inkjet printer uses ink.
Why does my inkjet printer leave black streaks on my prints?
Most of the time, this indicates that the inkjet printer cartridge is faulty and needs to be replaced.
What does the abbreviation DPI mean?
DPI stands for Dots Per Inch and indicates the number of ink droplets deposited on the paper per inch during printing.
How many cartridges can be installed in the Brother DCP-L2560DW?
The Brother DCP-L2560DW can accommodate one cartridge.
What is the size of the screen on the Brother DCP-L2560DW?
The screen on the Brother DCP-L2560DW measures 2.7 inches.
What is the height of the Brother DCP-L2560DW?
The height of the Brother DCP-L2560DW printer is 267 mm.
What is the width of the Brother DCP-L2560DW?
The Brother DCP-L2560DW has a width of 409 mm.
What is the depth of the Brother DCP-L2560DW?
The depth of the Brother DCP-L2560DW printer is 399 mm.
Is the manual for the Brother DCP-L2560DW available in French?
Unfortunately, the manual for the Brother DCP-L2560DW is not available in French; it is only offered in English.

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General Information

The Brother DCP-L2560DW printer, from the Brother brand, is recognized for its quality and innovation in the field of printing devices. This model is designed to deliver optimal performance, thus enhancing the user experience. The unique EAN code, 4977766739344, 4977766739368, 4977766739337, 4977766739351, 4977766739375, allows for precise identification in distribution systems.

Print Speed

Equipped with laser printing technology, the Brother DCP-L2560DW guarantees high-quality prints. It allows color printing, thus providing documents and images in vibrant colors. With a print speed of up to 30 pages per minute (ppm) in black and white, this device proves to be fast and efficient for daily use. Its maximum resolution of 2400 x 600 DPI ensures exceptional clarity in prints. Although it offers a manual duplex printing mode, which may require a bit more effort, this feature contributes to cost reduction and paper waste.

Copier

The built-in copier allows for color copies with a maximum resolution of 600 x 600 DPI, ensuring faithful print quality. With a copy speed of 30 copies per minute (cpm) in black and white, it meets common printing needs. The resizing of copies ranges from 25 to 400%, providing flexibility in use. Additionally, it can produce up to 99 copies in a single operation.

Scanning

The color scanning function of the Brother DCP-L2560DW offers an optical resolution of 600 x 2400 DPI, ensuring faithful and detailed reproductions. The maximum scanning area is A4 size, and it supports various protocols such as E-mail, File, FTP, Image, and OCR, providing great flexibility. The CIS scanning technology ensures optimal speed and image quality.

Fax

It is worth noting that this printer does not have fax functionality, which may be a disadvantage for some users.

Features

The recommended service cycle for the Brother DCP-L2560DW is 250 to 2000 pages per month, making it a wise choice for users with moderate to high printing needs. The product uses a single black print cartridge, ensuring optimal quality, although this limits color printing. The available page description languages include BR-Script 3 and PCL 6, offering compatibility with various operating systems.

Network

This printer offers several connectivity options, including Ethernet and Wi-Fi, facilitating its integration into various work environments. It also supports multiple messaging protocols such as IMAP4, POP3, and SMTP, ensuring efficient email management.

Other Features

The Brother DCP-L2560DW is equipped with a power-saving mode, allowing for reduced electricity consumption. Additionally, its web-based management facilitates data administration from any internet-connected device.

Design

With a 2.7-inch LCD screen, the printer offers an intuitive user interface. Its modern black design easily fits into any work environment, whether home or professional.

Input and Output Capacity

The paper tray has a feeding capacity of 250 sheets, while the output capacity reaches 100 sheets, allowing for the management of a significant volume of documents without interruption.

Power and Durability

The Brother DCP-L2560DW is designed to meet high standards of energy efficiency, as evidenced by its ENERGY STAR certification. Its power consumption in standby mode is only 6.6 W, thus minimizing environmental impact.

Dimensions and Weight

With dimensions of 409 mm in width, 399 mm in depth, and 267 mm in height, the weight of the printer is 9900 g, which may complicate its movement but ensures its robustness.