While the Brother DCP-T520W printer allows you to set an automatic power-off duration based on inactivity, the provided reference specifically details how to configure this Auto Power Off feature, rather than providing instructions for manually powering off the device using a physical button. Setting the Auto Power Off is a convenient way for the printer to shut down automatically to save energy.
Setting Automatic Power Off on Your Brother DCP-T520W
The steps below, derived from the provided reference, explain how to access and configure the Auto Power Off setting on your printer. This feature allows you to specify how long the printer remains idle before automatically powering down.
Step-by-Step Guide
Follow these steps on your printer's control panel:
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Press the Menu button.
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Navigate through the menu options using the directional or buttons until you select General Setup. Press OK to confirm.
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Within General Setup, find and select Ecology. Press OK.
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Select Auto Power Off. Press OK.
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You will be presented with a list of time options. Select your desired period of inactivity before the printer turns off automatically. Press OK.
- Note: Selecting Off disables the Auto Power Off feature entirely.
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Once you have selected the desired setting, press the Stop/Exit button to return to the main screen.
Auto Power Off Options
Here are the duration options you can choose for the automatic power-off feature:
| Option | Printer Action |
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| Off | Automatic power off is disabled. Printer stays on. |
| 1 hour | Printer turns off automatically after 1 hour of idle time. |
| 2 hours | Printer turns off automatically after 2 hours of idle time. |
| 4 hours | Printer turns off automatically after 4 hours of idle time. |
| 8 hours | Printer turns off automatically after 8 hours of idle time. |
Choosing one of these options helps manage energy consumption when the printer is not in use.
Manual Power Off
The provided reference does not contain instructions for manually turning off the DCP-T520W printer using a physical power button. Typically, most electronic devices like printers have a dedicated power button that you can press to manually shut down the machine when needed. Consult your printer's user manual for specific details on its physical layout and button functions if you need to perform a manual shutdown.
Remember that setting the Auto Power Off is primarily for convenience and energy saving during periods of inactivity, not a substitute for manually powering off the device when required.
