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Manufacturer codeMFC-4820C
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About the Brother MFC-4820C
Brother MFC-4820C is listed in the multifunction printers category. The recorded specifications include print technology: Inkjet; colour printing: Yes. This entry covers manufacturer code MFC-4820C. Specifications relate to this exact source record; other editions or packages may differ.
The listed print technology is Inkjet. Compare replacement consumable prices and expected page volumes alongside the purchase price. Features such as duplex printing or a scanner should be confirmed independently in the specification table.
- Print technology
- Inkjet
- Colour printing
- Yes
- Maximum resolution
- 9600 x 9600 DPI
- Black print speed (normal A4/Letter)
- 13 ppm
- Largest ISO paper size
- A4
- Scanning
- Colour scanning
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Brother MFC-4820C specifications
Manufacturer code: MFC-4820C · Icecat product 63733 · Checked 24 Sep 2026. Specifications belong to this exact model.
Key specifications
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| Print technology | Inkjet |
|---|---|
| Colour printing | Yes |
| Maximum resolution | 9600 x 9600 DPI |
| Black print speed (normal A4/Letter) | 13 ppm |
| Largest ISO paper size | A4 |
| Scanning | Colour scanning |
| Copying | Colour copying |
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Audio & listening1 detail
| Acoustic power emissions | Machine Noise Level Standby 35dBA. Peak Printing 45dBA |
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Processor, memory & storage2 details
| Memory (RAM) | 16 MB |
|---|---|
| Processor frequency | 100 MHz |
Printing, scanning & paper14 details
| Printing | Colour printing |
|---|---|
| Print speed (colour, normal quality, A4/US Letter) | 11 ppm |
| Maximum copy resolution | 1200 x 1200 DPI |
| Copy speed (black, normal quality, A4) | 10 cpm |
| Copy speed (colour, normal quality, A4) | 6 cpm |
| Optical scanning resolution | 600 x 2400 DPI |
| Maximum scan resolution | 9600 x 9600 DPI |
| Faxing | Colour faxing |
| Fax speed dialing (max numbers) | 80 |
| Number of print cartridges | 4 |
| Maximum output capacity | 30 sheets |
| Maximum print size | 210 x 297 mm |
| Scan speed | 3 sec/page |
| Media size (tray 1) | A4 / A5 / EXE / LTR / LGL / Postcard / Index card / C5 Envelopes / Com 10 / DL / Monarch |
Connections & wireless1 detail
| I/O ports | 3 slots for SmartMedia, Compact Flash, MemoryStick removable disk drive function – read / write files scan-to-media card with pdf/jpeg (colour), tiff (black and white) format |
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Design & dimensions6 details
| Width | 255 mm |
|---|---|
| Depth | 520 mm |
| Height | 488 mm |
| Weight | 7.88 kg |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 392 x 462 x 131 mm |
| Colour all-in-one functions | Copy, Fax, Print, Scan |
Software & compatibility2 details
| Mac compatibility | Yes |
|---|---|
| Compatible operating systems | Windows 98(SE)/Me/2000/XP, Mac OS 8.6 – 9.2, OSX 10.1, 10.2.1 or greater (Includes auto installer program) |
Further product details8 details
| Greyscale levels | 256 |
|---|---|
| TWAIN version | The MFC-4820c is TWAIN and WIA compliant for Windows |
| Modem speed | 14.4 Kbit/s |
| Communication | Send, receive and memory receive. (Memory send black and white only). |
| Digital sender | No |
| Maximum input capacity | 100 sheets |
| Market positioning | Home & office |
| Modem type | ITU-T G3 |
Packaging & supplied accessories2 details
| Country of origin | Malaysia |
|---|---|
| Package weight | 10.1 kg |
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What is the listed print technology for Brother MFC-4820C?
The source specification records print technology as Inkjet. This is a specification, not an independent performance measurement. Check the exact model and the original critic reviews for real-world results.
What is the listed colour printing for Brother MFC-4820C?
The source specification records colour printing as Yes. This is a specification, not an independent performance measurement. Check the exact model and the original critic reviews for real-world results.
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