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Brother DCP-T530DW
The Brother DCP-T530DW is a compact, 3-in-1 Ink Tank printer (Print, Scan, Copy) designed for home/small office use, featuring refillable ink tanks for low-cost, high-yield printing (up to 7,500 mono/5,000 color pages) with included bottles, automatic duplex (2-sided) printing, Wi-Fi & Wi-Fi Direct connectivity, mobile app support (Brother Mobile Connect), and support for Windows, macOS, Linux, and Chrome OS. Key benefits include easy setup, wireless freedom, and economical operation with a 150-sheet paper tray and a user-friendly LCD screen
Reviewers generally praise the Brother DCP-T530DW for its low operating costs and high page yield from the ink tanks. The wireless connectivity and automatic duplex printing are also highlighted as valuable features that boost productivity. The print quality is considered good for both documents and photos, although some users mention black prints might not be as deep as laser printers.
A few users have reported issues with print speed or connectivity, though others found the setup via mobile to be good and user-friendly. The compact design is often mentioned as a benefit for home and small office environments.
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Key Features and Specifications
- Functions: Print, Scan, Copy.
- Printer Type: Inkjet with a high-capacity refillable ink tank system.
- Connectivity: Dual-band Wi-Fi (2.4GHz/5GHz), Wi-Fi Direct, Hi-Speed USB 2.0, AirPrint, Mopria, and the Brother Mobile Connect App.
- Automatic Duplex Printing: Supports automatic two-sided (duplex) printing, which saves paper and time.
- Print Speed: Up to 16 images per minute (ipm) for mono and 9 ipm for color (ISO/IEC 24734 standard).
- Print Resolution: Up to 1200 x 6000 dpi.
- Paper Handling: A front-access paper tray with a capacity of up to 150 sheets and a 1-sheet manual feed slot for various paper types and sizes (including plain, glossy, and envelopes).
- Ink Yield: The included ink bottles provide an ultra-high page yield of up to 7,500 pages for black and 5,000 pages for color.
- Display: A 1-line LCD screen for easy navigation.
- Compact Design: Dimensions of 390 mm (W) x 343 mm (D) x 148.5 mm (H), making it suitable for smaller workspaces.
