brother SP-1 Sublimation Printer User Guide
- June 16, 2024
- Brother
Table of Contents
Product Safety Guide
SP-1
SP-1 Sublimation Printer
Brother Industries, Ltd.
15-1, Naeshiro-cho, Mizuho-ku, Nagoya 467-8561, Japan
Read this guide before attempting to operate the product, or before attempting
any maintenance. Failure to follow these instructions may result in an
increased risk of personal injury or damage to property, including through
fire, electrical shock, burns or suffocation. Brother shall not be liable for
damage caused where the product owner has failed to follow instructions set
out in this guide.
How to use this guide:
- Read the whole guide before using your product and keep it for later reference.
- Carefully follow the instructions set out in this guide and always ensure that you follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
- If you have concerns about how to use your product after reading this guide, contact Brother customer service or your local Brother dealer.
- To ensure you understand all of the instructions, study the Symbols and Conventions used in the documentation.
For more advanced instructions, information, and product specifications, see the Online User’s Guide at https://s.brother/cm2ab/.
Symbols and Conventions Used in the Documentation
The following symbols and conventions are used throughout the documentation.
Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
WARNING
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injuries.
CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may
result in minor or moderate injuries.
IMPORTANT
IMPORTANT indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
may result in damage to property or loss of product functionality.
NOTE
NOTE specifies the operating environment, conditions for installation, or
special conditions of use.
| Electrical Hazard icons alert you to possible electrical shock.
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| Fire Hazard icons alert you to the possibility of a fire.
| Prohibition icons indicate actions that must not be performed.
| This icon indicates that flammable sprays must not be used.
| This icon indicates that organic solvents such as alcohol, or other liquids
must not be used.
| This icon alerts you to the possibility of being injured by moving parts.
| This icon alerts you to the areas that contain moving parts.
| This icon alerts you to possible allergic skin reaction.
Bold| Bold typeface identifies specific keys on the product’s control panel or
on the computer screen.
Italics| Italicized style emphasizes an important point or refers you to a
related topic.
Courier New| Text in Courier New font identifies messages on the LCD of the
product.
Compilation and Publication Notice
Under the supervision of Brother Industries, Ltd., this product’s manuals have
been compiled and published, covering the latest product descriptions and
specifications.
The contents of all manuals and the specifications of this product are subject
to change without notice.
Brother reserves the right to make changes without notice in the
specifications and materials contained herein and shall not be responsible for
any damages (including consequential) caused by reliance on the materials
presented, including but not limited to typographical and other errors
relating to the publication.
©2023 Brother Industries, Ltd. All rights reserved.
Choose a Safe Location for Your Product
WARNING
Choose a location where the temperature remains between 50°F and 95°F (10°C
and 35°C), the humidity is between 20% and 80%, and where there is no
condensation.
DO NOT allow this product to come into contact with water. This product should
not be used around standing water, including a bathtub, sink, or swimming
pool; around appliances containing water, including a refrigerator; or in a
wet basement.
DO NOT expose the product to direct sunlight, excessive heat, open flames,
corrosive gasses, moisture, or dust. Doing so may create a risk of an
electrical shock, short circuit, or fire, causing damage to the product and/or
rendering it inoperable.
DO NOT place the product near chemicals or in a place where chemicals could be
spilled on it. Should chemicals come into contact with the product, there may
be a risk of fire or electrical shock. In particular, organic solvents or
liquids such as benzene, paint thinner, polish remover, or deodorizer may melt
or dissolve the plastic cover and/or cables, resulting in a risk of fire or
electrical shock. These or other chemicals may cause the product to
malfunction or become discolored.
CAUTION
Put your product on a flat, level, stable surface (such as a desk), that is
free from vibration and shocks. Put the product near a telephone wall jack
(Models with the fax function only) and a standard AC power outlet or a
standard grounded AC power outlet (for some countries).
DO NOT place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table, particularly
if children are expected to be near the product. The product is heavy and may
fall, causing injury to you or others and serious damage to the product. There
is additional risk of injury if the built-in glass breaks.
Avoid placing your product in a busy area. If you must place it in a busy
area, ensure that the product is in a safe location where it cannot be
accidentally knocked over, which could cause injury to you or others and
serious damage to the product.
Ensure that cables and cords leading to the product are secured so as not to
pose a tripping hazard.
DO NOT place heavy objects on the product.
DO NOT place any objects around the product. Such objects block the access to
the power outlet in case of emergency. It is important that the product can
be unplugged whenever needed.
IMPORTANT
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DO NOT place your product next to devices that contain magnets or generate magnetic fields.
Doing so may interfere with the operation of the product, causing print quality problems. -
DO NOT place the product on any tilted/slanted surface. DO NOT tip the product after ink cartridges are installed. Doing so may cause ink spillage and internal damage to the product.
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DO NOT place your product next to sources of interference, such as speakers or the base units of non-Brother cordless telephones. Doing so may interfere with the operation of the product’s electronic components.
Connect the Product Safely
WARNING
ELECTRICAL HAZARDS
Failure to follow the warnings in this section may create the risk of an
electrical shock. In addition, you could create an electrical short, which may
create the risk of a fire.
There are high-voltage electrodes inside the product. Before you access the
inside of the product, including for routine maintenance such as cleaning,
make sure you have unplugged the telephone line cord first (Models with the
fax function only) and then the power cord from the AC power outlet, as well
as any telephone/RJ-11 (Models with the fax function only) or Ethernet/RJ-45
cables (Network models only) from the product.
DO NOT push objects of any kind into this product through slots or openings in
the product, as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts.
(Example for USA)
DO NOT handle the plug with wet hands. Doing this might cause an electrical shock.
(Example for USA)
Always make sure the plug is fully inserted. DO NOT use the product or handle
the cord if the cord has become worn or frayed.
Unplug the power plug regularly to clean it. Use a dry cloth to clean the root
of the plug blades and between the blades. If the power plug is plugged into
the outlet over a long period, dust accumulates around the plug blades, which
may cause a short circuit, resulting in a fire.
DO NOT dismantle this product. Dismantling this product could cause a fire or
electrical shock.
DO NOT attempt to service this product yourself. Opening or removing covers
may expose you to dangerous voltage points and other risks and may void your
warranty. Refer all servicing to Brother Authorized Service Center.
DO NOT drop any metal objects or any type of liquid on the power plug of the
product. It may cause an electrical shock or a fire.
If water, other liquids, or metal objects get inside the product, immediately
unplug the product from the AC power outlet and contact Brother Authorized
Service Personnel.
This product should be connected to an AC power source within the range
indicated on the rating label (You can find the rating label on your machine).
DO NOT connect it to a DC power source or inverter. If you are not sure what
kind of power source you have, contact a qualified electrician.
Use the Product Safely
WARNING
ELECTRICAL HAZARDS
Failure to follow the warnings in this section may create the risk of an
electrical shock. In addition, you could cause an electrical short, which may
lead to a fire.
If the product has been dropped or the casing has been damaged, there may be
the possibility of an electrical shock. Unplug the product from the AC power
outlet and contact Brother Authorized Service Personnel.
DO NOT use this product during a thunderstorm. There may be a remote risk of
an electrical shock from lightning.
FIRE HAZARDS
Failure to follow the warnings in this section may create the risk of a fire.
DO NOT use flammable substances, any type of spray, or an organic
solvent/liquid containing alcohol or ammonia to clean the inside or outside of
the product. Doing so could cause a fire.
Instead, use only a dry, lint-free cloth. For instructions on how to clean the
product, see the Online User’s Guide.
(Models with Wireless LAN function only)
DO NOT use the product near any medical electrical equipment. The radio waves
emitted from the product may affect medical electrical equipment and cause a
malfunction, which may result in accident or injury.
For users with pacemakers:
This product generates a weak magnetic field. If you feel anything wrong with
the operation of your pacemaker when near the product, move away from the
product and consult a doctor immediately.
DO NOT place metal objects, such as clips, staples, or jewelry on the product.
If these objects contact the electrical parts inside the product, it may cause
a fire or electrical shock.
DO NOT place a container holding water or liquid on the product. The water or
liquid in the container may spill into the product making contact with the
electrical parts inside the product, which may cause a fire or electrical
shock.
If the product becomes unusually hot, releases smoke, generates any strong
smells, or if you accidentally spill any liquid on it, immediately unplug the
product from the AC power outlet. Contact Brother Authorized Service
Personnel.
Plastic bags are used in the packing of this product. Plastic bags are not
toys. To avoid the danger of suffocation, keep these bags away from babies and
children, and dispose of them correctly.
Power Cord Safety:
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This product is equipped with a grounded plug. This plug will only fit into a grounded power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, call your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet.
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DO NOT allow anything to rest on the power cord.
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DO NOT place this product where people might step on the cord.
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DO NOT place this product in a position where the cord is stretched or strained, as it may become worn or frayed.
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DO NOT use the product if the power cord is frayed or damaged. Doing so may cause an electrical shock or fire.
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DO NOT pull on the middle of the AC power cord; pulling on the middle may cause the cord to separate from the plug. Doing this might cause an electrical shock.
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DO NOT use any undesignated cables (or optional devices). Doing so may cause a fire or injuries. Installation must be performed correctly according to the Quick Setup Guide.
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Brother strongly recommends that you DO NOT use any type of extension cord.
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This product should be positioned so that nothing pinches or constricts the power cord.
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DO NOT use cables that do not meet the cable specifications described in the Quick Setup Guide. Doing so may cause a fire or injuries.
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If the power cord is provided with this product, use ONLY the provided cord. Installation must be performed correctly as described in the Quick Setup Guide.
CAUTION
Wait until pages have exited the product before picking them up. Failure to do
this may cause injury to your fingers by trapping them inside the machine.
DO NOT put your hand or any foreign objects into the ink insertion slot. Doing
this may cause injury.
To prevent injuries, be careful not to put your fingers in the areas shown in
the illustrations.
When changing the tray size from the Legal size to the original size, be careful not to pinch your fingers in the gaps or slots in the bottom of the tray. It may cause injury to you.
Be careful not to put your fingers in the areas shown in the illustrations. It may cause injury to you.
DO NOT carry the product by holding the areas shown in the illustrations. Doing this may cause the product to slip out of your hands and may result in injury.
Only carry the machine by placing your hands under the entire machine.
When multiple devices, including this product, are connected to a computer
using USB cables, you may feel an electric charge when you touch metal parts
of the product.
DO NOT run your hand over the edge of the paper. The thin and sharp edges of
the paper may cause an injury.
Moving parts are located in the gray shaded areas shown in the illustration.
Keep your hands away from those areas when the parts are moving, or else
injury may result.
DO NOT remove or damage the caution or warning label inside the product.
Safety Instruction for Inks
CAUTION
Black ink may cause an allergic reaction.
- Avoid breathing dust, fumes, gas, mist, vapor, or spray.
- If black ink gets on clothing, remove contaminated clothing before leaving the work area and wash it as soon as possible.
- Wear protective gloves when working with black ink cartridges.
- If black ink accidentally gets on your skin, wash immediately with soap and cold water.
- If skin irritation or rash occurs, seek medical attention immediately.
- Dispose of black ink cartridges according to local laws.
DO NOT remove or damage the warning label on the black ink cartridge.
If the ink contacts your skin or gets into your eye or mouth, follow these steps immediately:
- If your skin comes into contact with the ink, wash your skin with water and soap immediately.
- If the ink gets into your eye, rinse it with water, and consult your doctor immediately. If left as is, it may cause redness or mild inflammation of the eye.
- If the ink gets into your mouth or you swallow it, spit it out, rinse your mouth, and consult your doctor immediately. Failure to seek medical attention could lead to sickness.
- Be careful not to get the ink in your eye when replacing ink cartridges.
- Keep ink cartridges out of the reach of children.
- Avoid swallowing ink.
- DO NOT shake ink cartridges unless specifically instructed to do so. Ink may leak if the cartridge is shaken or twirled.
- DO NOT take apart ink cartridges. The cartridge cannot be used if it is taken apart. The ink may get in your eye or make contact with your skin if you take apart the cartridge.
IMPORTANT
- A distinct change in the product’s performance may indicate a need for service.
- DO NOT connect your product to an AC power outlet controlled by wall switches or automatic timers, or to the same circuit as a large appliance or other equipment that requires a significant amount of electricity. It could disrupt the power supply. Disruption of the power supply may also delete information from the product’s memory, and repeated cycling of the power supply can damage the product.
- We recommend that you use our genuine ink cartridges to replace cartridges that come with the device. Non-genuine ink cartridges may cause damage to the print head. They may also result in differences in the colors or storage stability. (Not all non-genuine ink cartridges cause these issues.)
- DO NOT put objects on top of the product. Doing so may cause the product to malfunction.
Important Safety Instructions
DO NOT attempt to service this product yourself because opening or removing
covers may expose you to dangerous voltage points and other risks and may void
your warranty. Refer all servicing to a Brother Authorized Service Center.
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Read all of these instructions.
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Save these instructions for later reference.
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Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
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Unplug this product from the AC power outlet and refer all servicing to Brother Authorized Service Personnel under the following conditions:
• If liquid has been spilled into the product.
• If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
• If the product does not operate normally when the operating instructions are followed.
Adjust only those controls that are discussed in the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal operation.
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For the location of your nearest Brother Authorized Service Center, contact:
In USA: 1-877-BROTHER (1-877-276-8437)
In Canada: www.brother.ca/support
Regulations
WARNING
Disconnect device
This product must be installed near an AC power outlet that is easily
accessible. In case of an emergency, you must unplug the power cord from the
AC power outlet to shut off the power completely.
For protection against the risk of electrical shock, always disconnect all
cables from the wall outlet before the equipment is installed, serviced, or
modified.
IMPORTANT
- This product has been certified to comply with FCC standards, which are applied to the USA only.
- Brother cannot accept any financial or other responsibilities that may be the result of your use of this information, including direct, special, or consequential damages. There are no warranties extended or granted by this document.
- A grounded plug should be plugged into a grounded AC power outlet after checking the rating of the local power supply for the product to operate properly and safely.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) supplier’s Declaration of
Conformity (USA Only)
Responsible Party:
Brother International Corporation
200 Crossing Boulevard
Bridgewater, NJ 08807-0911 USA
TEL: 908-704-1700
declares, that the products
Product Name: SP-1
comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more
of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult with an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
- (Wireless network models only)
This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
IMPORTANT
- Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Brother Industries, Ltd. could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
- A shielded interface cable should be used to ensure compliance with the limits for a Class B digital device.
RF Exposure Notice (USA or Canada Only) (Wireless Models Only)
This equipment complies with FCC/IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure
Guidelines and RSS-102 of the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules. This
equipment should be installed and operated keeping the radiator at least 20 cm
or more away from a person’s body.
Wireless Connection (Mexico Only) (Wireless Models Only)
The operation of this equipment is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) it is possible that this equipment or device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this equipment or device must accept any interference,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Industry Canada Compliance Statement (Canada Only)
This device complies with Industry Canada’s licence-exempt RSSs. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including
interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
For Use in the USA or Canada Only
These products are made for use in the USA and Canada only. We cannot
recommend using them overseas because it may violate the Telecommunications
Regulations (Models with the fax function only) of that country and the power
requirements of your product may not be compatible with the power available in
foreign countries. Using USA or Canada models overseas is at your own risk and
may void your warranty.
LAN Connection (Models with Wired LAN Function Only)
CAUTION
DO NOT connect this product to a LAN connection that is subject to over-
voltages.
International ENERGY STAR® Qualification Statement (USA and Canada Only)
The purpose of the International ENERGY STAR® Program is to promote the
development and popularization of energy-efficient office equipment.
As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Brother Industries, Ltd. has determined that this
product meets the ENERGY STAR® specifications for energy efficiency.
Trademarks
Wi-Fi is a registered trademark of Wi-Fi Alliance®.
Each company whose software title is mentioned in this manual has a Software
License Agreement specific to its proprietary programs.
Any trade names and product names of companies appearing on Brother products,
related documents and any other materials are all trademarks or registered
trademarks of those respective companies.
Disclaimer
Brother disclaims any warranties with respect to avoidance, mitigation or non-
occurrence of any breakdowns, malfunctions, system crashes, hang-ups, virus
infections, damage and disappearances of data, and any other kind of errors by
using this product. AS LONG AS PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAWS, BROTHER WILL NOT
BE LIABLE FOR ANY LOST REVENUES OR INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL,
CONSEQUENTIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES OF THE CUSTOMERS OR ANY OTHER
THIRD PARTY.
These machines are approved for use in the country of purchase only. Local
Brother companies or their dealers will support only machines purchased in
their own countries.
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References
- FAQs & Troubleshooting | SP-1 | United States | Brother
- Manuals | SP-1 | United States | Brother
- HL-JF1 Setup Page | Brother
- Downloads | SP-1 | United States | Brother
- Appli Store Link | Brother