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  • Page 1 Online User's Guide DCP-J785DW MFC-J985DW © 2016 Brother Industries, Ltd. All rights reserved.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Home > Table of Contents Table of Contents Before You Use Your Brother Machine ....................1 Applicable Models ............................2 Definitions of Notes ............................3 Trademarks ..............................4 Important Note ............................... 5 Introduction to Your Brother Machine....................6 Before Using Your Machine ........................... 7 Control Panel Overview ..........................
  • Page 3 (Macintosh)............................89 Print Options (Macintosh) ........................90 Scan..............................96 Scan Using the Scan Button on Your Brother Machine ................97 Scan Photos and Graphics......................... 98 Save Scanned Data to a Folder as a PDF File ................100 Save Scanned Data to a Memory Card or USB Flash Drive............102 Scan Multiple Business Cards and Photos (Auto Crop)..............
  • Page 4 Compatible Memory Cards and USB Flash Drives ................319 Important Information about PhotoCapture Center ................320 Print Photos from Media Using the Photo Button on the Brother Machine ........321 Copy Photos from Media to a Computer....................335 Before Copying Photos ........................336 Copy Photos from Media Over a Local Connection .................
  • Page 5 Home > Table of Contents Additional Methods of Configuring Your Brother Machine for a Wireless Network ........348 Before Configuring Your Brother Machine for a Wireless Network........... 349 Configure Your Machine for a Wireless Network Using the One Push Method of Wi-Fi Protected ™...
  • Page 6 Routine Maintenance ........................459 Replace the Ink Cartridges......................... 460 Clean Your Brother Machine ........................463 Clean the Scanner..........................464 Clean the Print Head from Your Brother Machine ................466 ® Clean the Print Head from Your Computer (Windows )..............467 Clean the Print Head from Your Computer (Macintosh) ..............

  • Page 7: Before You Use Your Brother Machine

    Home > Before You Use Your Brother Machine Before You Use Your Brother Machine • Applicable Models • Definitions of Notes • Trademarks • Important Note...

  • Page 8: Applicable Models

    Home > Before You Use Your Brother Machine > Applicable Models Applicable Models This User's Guide applies to the following models: 2.7 inch Touchscreen LCD models: DCP-J785DW/MFC-J985DW Related Information • Before You Use Your Brother Machine...

  • Page 9: Definitions Of Notes

    Home > Before You Use Your Brother Machine > Definitions of Notes Definitions of Notes We use the following symbols and conventions throughout this User's Guide: WARNING WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injuries.

  • Page 10: Trademarks

    UNIX is a registered trademark of The Open Group in the United States and other countries. Linux is the registered trademark of Linus Torvalds in the U.S. and other countries. The Bluetooth word mark is owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Brother Industries, Ltd. is under license.

  • Page 11: Important Note

    Home > Before You Use Your Brother Machine > Important Note Important Note • Do not use this product outside the country of purchase as it may violate the wireless telecommunication and power regulations of that country. • Not all models are available in all countries.

  • Page 12: Introduction To Your Brother Machine

    Home > Introduction to Your Brother Machine Introduction to Your Brother Machine • Before Using Your Machine • Control Panel Overview • LCD Overview • Settings Screen Overview • Navigate the Touchscreen • ® Access Brother Utilities (Windows...

  • Page 13: Before Using Your Machine

    Before Using Your Machine Before attempting any printing operation, confirm the following: • Make sure you have installed the Brother software and drivers. • For USB or network cable users: Make sure the interface cable is physically secure. Selecting the correct type of paper For high quality printing, it is important to select the correct type of paper.

  • Page 14: Control Panel Overview

    If your Android device supports the NFC feature, you can print from your device or scan documents to your device by touching it to the NFC logo on the control panel. You must download and install Brother ™ iPrint&Scan to your Android device to use this feature.
  • Page 15 , it will still clean the print head periodically to maintain print quality. To prolong print head life, provide better ink efficiency, and maintain print quality, keep your machine connected to a power source at all times. Related Information • Introduction to Your Brother Machine • Print and Scan Using Near-Field Communication (NFC)

  • Page 16: Lcd Overview

    Home > Introduction to Your Brother Machine > LCD Overview LCD Overview MFC-J985DW There are two Home screens that you can access by pressing d or c. From the Home screens, you can access Wi-Fi setup, Shortcuts, Ink levels and Setup screens.
  • Page 17 Press to connect the Brother machine to an Internet service. For more information, see the Web Connect Guide: solutions.brother.com/manuals • [Apps] Press to connect the Brother machine to the Brother Apps service. For more information, see the Web Connect Guide: solutions.brother.com/manuals 8. [Stored Fax(es):]...
  • Page 18 • This product adopts the font of ARPHIC TECHNOLOGY CO.,LTD. DCP-J785DW There are two Home screens that you can access by pressing d or c. From the Home screens, you can access Wi-Fi setup, Shortcuts, Ink levels and Setup screens.
  • Page 19 Home Screen 1 This screen shows the machine’s status when the machine is idle. This Home screen is also called the Ready Mode screen. When displayed, this indicates that your machine is Ready for the next command. Home Screen 1 provides access to [Copy], [Scan] and [Photo] operations. Home Screen 2 Home Screen 2 provides access to additional features, such as [Web] and [Apps] operations.
  • Page 20 Press to connect the Brother machine to an Internet service. For more information, see the Web Connect Guide: solutions.brother.com/manuals • [Apps] Press to connect the Brother machine to the Brother Apps service. For more information, see the Web Connect Guide: solutions.brother.com/manuals 7. Warning icon...
  • Page 21 [Detail] to view it, and then press to return to Ready mode. • This product adopts the font of ARPHIC TECHNOLOGY CO.,LTD. Related Information • Introduction to Your Brother Machine • Message from Brother • Reduce Printing Noise • Reset Functions •...

  • Page 22: Message From Brother

    LCD Overview > Message from Brother Message from Brother If you use Brother Web Connect and [New Function Notice] is set to [On], notifications about cloud services will appear on the Home screen. Check for new notifications by pressing [Detail].

  • Page 23: Settings Screen Overview

    DCP-J785DW The Touchscreen shows the machine's status when you press [Settings]. Use the Settings menu to access all of your Brother machine's settings. 1. [Maintenance] Press to access the [Maintenance] menu. Use options in the Maintenance menu to check and improve print quality, clean the print head and check the ink volume.
  • Page 24 Use options in the Tray setting menu to change the paper size and type. 8. [All Settings] Press to access a menu of all of your machine's settings. Related Information • Introduction to Your Brother Machine • LCD Overview • Check the Ink Volume...

  • Page 25: Navigate The Touchscreen

    Home > Introduction to Your Brother Machine > Navigate the Touchscreen Navigate the Touchscreen • Press your finger on the Touchscreen to display and access all the settings and features and their available options. Press d c or a b to scroll through them.

  • Page 26: Access Brother Utilities (Windows ® )

    Introduction to Your Brother Machine > Access Brother Utilities (Windows ® Access Brother Utilities (Windows Brother Utilities is an application launcher that offers convenient access to all Brother applications installed on your computer. 1. Do one of the following: ®...

  • Page 27: Uninstall The Brother Software And Drivers (Windows ® )

    (Start) > All Programs > Brother > Brother Utilities. ® • Windows Tap or click (Brother Utilities) either on the Start screen or the desktop. ® • Windows Move your mouse to the lower left corner of the Start screen and click (if using a touch-based device, swipe up from the bottom of the Start screen to bring up the Apps screen).

  • Page 28: Paper Handling

    Home > Paper Handling Paper Handling • Load Paper • Load Documents...

  • Page 29: Load Paper

    Home > Paper Handling > Load Paper Load Paper • Load Paper in the Paper Tray • Load Photo or Photo L Paper in Photo Paper Tray • Load Paper in the Manual Feed Slot • Unprintable Area • Paper Settings •...

  • Page 30: Load Paper In The Paper Tray

    Home > Paper Handling > Load Paper > Load Paper in the Paper Tray Load Paper in the Paper Tray • Load Cut-Sheet Paper or Photo 2L Paper in the Paper Tray • Load Photo Paper in the Paper Tray •...
  • Page 31 Home > Paper Handling > Load Paper > Load Paper in the Paper Tray > Load Cut-Sheet Paper or Photo 2L Paper in the Paper Tray Load Cut-Sheet Paper or Photo 2L Paper in the Paper Tray • If the [Check Paper] setting is set to [On] and you pull the paper tray out of the machine, a message appears on the LCD asking if you want to change the paper type and paper size.
  • Page 32 5. Fan the stack of paper well to avoid paper jams and misfeeds. Always make sure the paper is not curled or wrinkled. 6. Gently load paper in the paper tray with the printing surface face down. Make sure the paper is flat in the tray and the paper length guide (1) touches the edges of the paper.
  • Page 33 IMPORTANT • Be careful not to push the paper in too far; it may lift at the back of the tray and cause paper feed problems. • Loading more than 20 sheets of Photo 2L (13 x 18 cm) paper may cause paper jams. To add paper before the tray is empty, remove the paper from the tray and combine it with the paper you are adding.
  • Page 34 Related Information • Load Paper in the Paper Tray • Change the Check Paper Size Setting • Choose the Right Print Media • Change the Paper Size and Paper Type...
  • Page 35 Home > Paper Handling > Load Paper > Load Paper in the Paper Tray > Load Photo Paper in the Paper Tray Load Photo Paper in the Paper Tray • If the [Check Paper] setting is set to [On] and you pull the paper tray out of the machine, a message appears on the LCD asking if you want to change the paper type and paper size.
  • Page 36 5. Close the output paper tray cover. 6. Load up to 20 sheets of Photo paper with the printing surface face down. Loading more than 20 sheets of photo paper may cause paper jams. 7. Gently adjust the paper guides (1) to fit the paper. Make sure the paper width guides touch the edges of the paper and the paper is flat in the tray.
  • Page 37 9. While holding the paper tray in the machine, pull out the paper support (1) until it locks into place, and then unfold the paper support flap (2). Related Information • Load Paper in the Paper Tray • Change the Check Paper Size Setting •...

  • Page 38: Load Envelopes In The Paper Tray

    Home > Paper Handling > Load Paper > Load Paper in the Paper Tray > Load Envelopes in the Paper Tray Load Envelopes in the Paper Tray • If the [Check Paper] setting is set to [On] and you pull the paper tray out of the machine, a message appears on the LCD asking if you want to change the paper type and paper size.
  • Page 39 IMPORTANT If envelopes are "double-feeding," load one envelope in the paper tray at a time. 5. Close the output paper tray cover. 6. Slowly push the paper tray completely into the machine. 7. While holding the paper tray in the machine, pull out the paper support (1) until it locks into place, and then unfold the paper support flap (2).
  • Page 40 • Choose the Right Print Media • Change the Paper Size and Paper Type...

  • Page 41: Load Photo Or Photo L Paper In Photo Paper Tray

    Home > Paper Handling > Load Paper > Load Photo or Photo L Paper in Photo Paper Tray Load Photo or Photo L Paper in Photo Paper Tray Use the photo paper tray, which is located on the top of the output paper tray cover, to print on Photo (10 x 15 cm) or Photo L (89 x 127 mm) size paper.
  • Page 42 5. Gently adjust the paper width guides (1) to fit the paper. Make sure the paper width guides touch the edges of the paper and the paper is flat in the tray. 6. Slowly push the paper tray completely into the machine. Do not open the paper support and the paper support flap when using the photo paper tray.
  • Page 43 • Paper Handling and Printing Problems...

  • Page 44: Load Paper In The Manual Feed Slot

    Home > Paper Handling > Load Paper > Load Paper in the Manual Feed Slot Load Paper in the Manual Feed Slot Load special print media in this slot one sheet at a time. The machine automatically turns on Manual Feed mode when you put paper in the manual feed slot. 1.
  • Page 45 When using envelopes, load the envelopes with the printing surface face up and the flap on the left as shown in the illustration. See Related Information. IMPORTANT • DO NOT load more than one sheet of paper in the manual feed slot at any time. Doing this may cause a paper jam.
  • Page 46 • DO NOT load paper in the manual feed slot when you are printing from the paper tray. Doing this may cause a paper jam. 5. Using both hands, push one sheet of paper into the manual feed slot until the front edge touches the paper feed rollers.

  • Page 47: Unprintable Area

    Home > Paper Handling > Load Paper > Unprintable Area Unprintable Area The unprintable area depends on the settings in the application you are using. The figures below show the unprintable areas on cut-sheet paper and envelopes. The machine can print in the shaded areas of cut-sheet paper only when the Borderless print feature is available and turned on.

  • Page 48: Paper Settings

    Home > Paper Handling > Load Paper > Paper Settings Paper Settings • Change the Paper Size and Paper Type • Change the Check Paper Size Setting • Shrink Page Size of an Oversized Incoming Fax...
  • Page 49 (MFC-J985DW) Press [Settings] > [Tray Setting] > [Paper Type]. 2. Press a or b to display the [Plain Paper], [Inkjet Paper], [Brother BP71] or [Other Glossy] option, and then press the option you want. 3. Press [Paper Size]. 4. Press a or b to display the paper size options, and then press the option you want.
  • Page 50 Home > Paper Handling > Load Paper > Paper Settings > Change the Check Paper Size Setting Change the Check Paper Size Setting If the Check Paper setting is set to [On] and you pull the paper tray out of the machine, the LCD displays a message asking if you want to change the Paper Size and Paper Type settings.

  • Page 51: Acceptable Paper And Other Print Media

    Basic tab of the printer driver or in the Paper Type setting on the machine. • When you print on Brother Photo paper, load one extra sheet of the same photo paper in the paper tray. • When using photo paper, remove each sheet at once to prevent smudging or paper jams.

  • Page 52: Recommended Print Media

    Media Recommended Print Media For the best print quality, we recommend using the Brother paper listed in the table. If Brother paper is not available in your country, we recommend testing various paper types before purchasing large quantities. Brother paper...
  • Page 53 Home > Paper Handling > Load Paper > Acceptable Paper and Other Print Media > Handle and Use Print Media Handle and Use Print Media • Store paper in its original packaging and keep it sealed. Keep the paper flat and away from moisture, direct sunlight and heat.
  • Page 54 Home > Paper Handling > Load Paper > Acceptable Paper and Other Print Media > About Envelopes About Envelopes • Use envelopes that weigh from 80 to 95 g/m². • Some envelope sizes require that you set margins in the application. Make sure you do a test print first before printing many envelopes.
  • Page 55 • Load Envelopes in the Paper Tray • Load Paper in the Manual Feed Slot...
  • Page 56 Home > Paper Handling > Load Paper > Acceptable Paper and Other Print Media > Choose the Right Print Media Choose the Right Print Media • Paper Type and Paper Size for Each Operation • Paper Capacity of the Paper Trays •...
  • Page 57 Home > Paper Handling > Load Paper > Acceptable Paper and Other Print Media > Choose the Right Print Media > Paper Type and Paper Size for Each Operation Paper Type and Paper Size for Each Operation Paper Type Paper Size Usage Copy Photo...

  • Page 58: Paper Capacity Of The Paper Trays

    Home > Paper Handling > Load Paper > Acceptable Paper and Other Print Media > Choose the Right Print Media > Paper Capacity of the Paper Trays Paper Capacity of the Paper Trays Paper Size Paper Types No. of sheets Paper Tray A4, Executive, Letter, A5, Plain Paper, Recycled...
  • Page 59 80 to 95 g/m² Up to 0.52 mm Paper Weight and Thickness for automatic 2-sided printing is 64 to 105 g/m² and 0.08 to 0.13 mm. BP71 260 g/m² paper is specially designed for Brother inkjet machines. Related Information •...

  • Page 60: Load Documents

    Home > Paper Handling > Load Documents Load Documents • Load Documents in the Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) • Load Documents on the Scanner Glass • Unscannable Area...

  • Page 61: Load Documents In The Automatic Document Feeder (Adf)

    Home > Paper Handling > Load Documents > Load Documents in the Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) Load Documents in the Automatic Document Feeder (ADF) The ADF can hold up to 20 pages, and feeds each sheet individually. Documents that are longer than 297 mm must be fed one page at a time. Use paper that is within the sizes and weights shown in the table.
  • Page 62 • Copy a Document • Error and Maintenance Messages • Telephone and Fax problems • Other Problems...

  • Page 63: Load Documents On The Scanner Glass

    Home > Paper Handling > Load Documents > Load Documents on the Scanner Glass Load Documents on the Scanner Glass Use the scanner glass to fax, copy, or scan one page at a time. Document Sizes Supported Length: Up to 297 mm Width: Up to 215.9 mm Weight:...
  • Page 64 • Other Problems...

  • Page 65: Unscannable Area

    Home > Paper Handling > Load Documents > Unscannable Area Unscannable Area The unscannable area of a page depends on the settings in the application you are using. The figures below show the typical unscannable measurements. Usage Document Size Top (1) Left (2) Bottom (3) Right (4)

  • Page 66: Print

    Home > Print Print • ® Print from Your Computer (Windows • Print from Your Computer (Macintosh)

  • Page 67: Print From Your Computer (Windows ® )

    ® Home > Print > Print from Your Computer (Windows ® Print from Your Computer (Windows • ® Print a Photo (Windows • ® Print a Document (Windows • ® Cancel a Print Job (Windows • ® Print More Than One Page on a Single Sheet of Paper (N in 1) (Windows •...

  • Page 68: Print A Photo (Windows ® )

    For best results, use Brother paper. • When you print on Brother photo paper, load one extra sheet of the same photo paper in the paper tray. 4. Click the Media Type drop-down list, and then select the type of paper you are using.

  • Page 69: Print A Document (Windows ® )

    ® Print a Document (Windows 1. Select the print command in your application. 2. Select Brother MFC-XXXX Printer (where XXXX is the name of your model), and then click the printing properties or preferences button. The printer driver window appears.

  • Page 70: Cancel A Print Job (Windows ® )

    ® ® Home > Print > Print from Your Computer (Windows > Cancel a Print Job (Windows ® Cancel a Print Job (Windows If a print job was sent to the print queue and did not print, or was sent to the print queue in error, you may have to delete it to allow subsequent jobs to print.

  • Page 71: Print More Than One Page On A Single Sheet Of Paper (N In 1) (Windows ® )

    ® (Windows 1. Select the print command in your application. 2. Select Brother MFC-XXXX Printer (where XXXX is the name of your model), and then click the printing properties or preferences button. The printer driver window appears. 3. In the Orientation field, select either the Portrait or Landscape option to set the orientation of your printout.

  • Page 72: Print As A Poster (Windows ® )

    Enlarge your print size and print the document in poster mode. 1. Select the print command in your application. 2. Select Brother MFC-XXXX Printer (where XXXX is the name of your model), and then click the printing properties or preferences button.

  • Page 73: Print On Both Sides Of The Paper Automatically (Automatic 2-Sided Printing) (Windows ® )

    If the paper is thin, it may wrinkle. 1. Select the print command in your application. 2. Select Brother MFC-XXXX Printer (where XXXX is the name of your model), and then click the printing properties or preferences button. The printer driver window appears.
  • Page 74 Option for Portrait Description Short Edge (Top) Short Edge (Bottom) Option for Landscape Description Long Edge (Top) Long Edge (Bottom) Short Edge (Right) Short Edge (Left) 7. Select the Binding Offset check box if you want to specify the offset for binding in inches or millimetres. 8.
  • Page 75 Related Information ® • Print from Your Computer (Windows ® • Print Settings (Windows ® • Print as a Booklet Automatically (Windows...

  • Page 76: Print As A Booklet Automatically (Windows ® )

    If the paper is thin, it may wrinkle. 1. Select the print command in your application. 2. Select Brother MFC-XXXX Printer (where XXXX is the name of your model), and then click the printing properties or preferences button. The printer driver window appears.
  • Page 77 Option for Landscape Description Top Binding Bottom Binding 7. Select one of the options from the Booklet Printing Method menu. Option Description All Pages at Every page will be printed in booklet format (four pages to every piece of paper, two pages Once per side).

  • Page 78: Print A Colour Document In Greyscale (Windows ® )

    Greyscale mode prints your document in 256 levels of greyscale. 1. Select the print command in your application. 2. Select Brother MFC-XXXX Printer (where XXXX is the name of your model), and then click the printing properties or preferences button.

  • Page 79: Prevent Smudged Printouts And Paper Jams When Printing On Both Sides Of The Paper (Windows ® )

    Settings option if you have problems with smudged 2-sided printouts or paper jams. 1. Select the print command in your application. 2. Select Brother MFC-XXXX Printer (where XXXX is the name of your model), and then click the printing properties or preferences button.

  • Page 80: Use A Preset Print Profile (Windows ® )

    Print Profiles are presets designed to give you quick access to frequently-used printing configurations. 1. Select the print command in your application. 2. Select Brother MFC-XXXX Printer (where XXXX is the name of your model), and then click the printing properties or preferences button.
  • Page 81 Related Information ® • Print from Your Computer (Windows ® • Create or Delete Your Print Profile (Windows ® • Print Settings (Windows...
  • Page 82 Add up to 20 new print profiles with customised settings. 1. Select the print command in your application. 2. Select Brother MFC-XXXX Printer (where XXXX is the name of your model), and then click the printing properties or preferences button.

  • Page 83: Change The Default Print Settings (Windows ® )

    Click Control Panel on the Start screen. In the Hardware group, click View devices and printers. 2. Right-click the Brother MFC-XXXX Printer icon (where XXXX is your model name), and then select Printer properties. If printer driver options appear, select your printer driver.

  • Page 84: Print Settings (Windows ® )

    ® ® Home > Print > Print from Your Computer (Windows > Print Settings (Windows ® Print Settings (Windows Basic Tab 1. Media Type Select the type of media you want to use. To achieve the best print results, the machine automatically adjusts its print settings according to the selected media type.
  • Page 85 Borderless Select this option to print photos without borders. Because the image data is created slightly larger than the paper size you are using, this will cause some cropping of the photo edges. You may not be able to select the Borderless option for some combinations of media type and quality, or from some applications.
  • Page 86 Advanced Tab 1. Colour / Greyscale Select colour or greyscale printing. The print speed is faster in greyscale mode than it is in colour mode. If your document contains colour and you select greyscale mode, your document will be printed using 256 levels of greyscale.
  • Page 87 Retrieve Printer’s Colour Data Select this option to optimise the print quality using the machine's factory settings, which are set specifically for your Brother machine. Use this option when you have replaced the machine or changed the machine's network address.
  • Page 88 ® • Change the Default Print Settings (Windows...

  • Page 89: Print From Your Computer (Macintosh)

    Home > Print > Print from Your Computer (Macintosh) Print from Your Computer (Macintosh) • Print a Photo (Macintosh) • Print a Document (Macintosh) • Print on Both Sides of the Paper Automatically (Automatic 2-sided Printing) (Macintosh) • Print More Than One Page on a Single Sheet of Paper (N in 1) (Macintosh) •...

  • Page 90: Print A Photo (Macintosh)

    For best results, use Brother paper. • When you print on Brother photo paper, load one extra sheet of the same photo paper in the paper tray. 2. From an application, such as Apple Preview, click the File menu, and then select Print.

  • Page 91: Print A Document (Macintosh)

    1. Make sure you have loaded the correct size paper in the paper tray. 2. From an application, such as Apple TextEdit, click the File menu, and then select Print. 3. Select Brother MFC-XXXX (where XXXX is your model name). For more page setup options, click the Show Details button.

  • Page 92: Print On Both Sides Of The Paper Automatically (Automatic 2-Sided Printing) (Macintosh)

    Printing) (Macintosh) 1. From an application, such as Apple TextEdit, click the File menu, and then select Print. 2. Select Brother MFC-XXXX (where XXXX is your model name). For more page setup options, click the Show Details button. 3. Select the Orientation option that matches the way you want the document to print.

  • Page 93: Print More Than One Page On A Single Sheet Of Paper (N In 1) (Macintosh)

    (Macintosh) 1. From an application, such as Apple TextEdit, click the File menu, and then select Print. 2. Select Brother MFC-XXXX (where XXXX is your model name). For more page setup options, click the Show Details button. 3. Click the application pop-up menu, and then select Layout.

  • Page 94: Print A Colour Document In Greyscale (Macintosh)

    Greyscale mode prints your document in 256 levels of greyscale. 1. From an application, such as Apple TextEdit, click the File menu, and then select Print. 2. Select Brother MFC-XXXX (where XXXX is your model name). For more page setup options, click the Show Details button.

  • Page 95: Prevent Smudged Printouts And Paper Jams When Printing On Both Sides Of The Paper (Macintosh)

    Settings option if you have problems with smudged 2-sided printouts or paper jams. 1. From an application, such as Apple TextEdit, click the File menu, and then select Print. 2. Select Brother MFC-XXXX (where XXXX is your model name). For more page setup options, click the Show Details button.

  • Page 96: Print Options (Macintosh)

    Home > Print > Print from Your Computer (Macintosh) > Print Options (Macintosh) Print Options (Macintosh) Page Setup 1. Paper Size Select the size of the paper you want to use. You can either choose from standard paper sizes or create a custom paper size.
  • Page 97 Layout 1. Pages per Sheet Select the number of pages to print on a single sheet of paper. 2. Layout Direction Select the page order when printing multiple pages on a single sheet of paper. 3. Border Select the type of border to use when printing multiple pages on a single sheet of paper. 4.
  • Page 98 Paper Handling 1. Collate pages Select this option to print sets of multi-page documents in the original page order. When this option is selected, one complete copy of your document will print, and then reprint according to the number of copies you choose.
  • Page 99 Print Settings 1. Media Type Select the type of media you want to use. To achieve the best print results, the machine automatically adjusts its print settings according to the selected media type. 2. Slow Drying Paper Select this option if you use a type of plain paper on which ink dries slowly. This option may cause slight blurring of the text.
  • Page 100 4. Color/Grayscale Select colour or greyscale printing. The print speed is faster in greyscale mode than it is in colour mode. If your document contains colour and you select greyscale mode, your document will be printed using 256 levels of greyscale. 5.
  • Page 101 1. Color Mode Select the colour mode to suit your preference. 2. Advanced Color Settings Click the disclosure triangle to select the Colour Enhancement feature. This feature analyses your image to improve its sharpness, white balance and colour density. This process may take several minutes depending on the size of the image and the specifications of your computer.

  • Page 102: Scan

    Home > Scan Scan • Scan Using the Scan Button on Your Brother Machine • ® Scan from Your Computer (Windows • Scan from Your Computer (Macintosh)

  • Page 103: Scan Using The Scan Button On Your Brother Machine

    Home > Scan > Scan Using the Scan Button on Your Brother Machine Scan Using the Scan Button on Your Brother Machine • Scan Photos and Graphics • Save Scanned Data to a Folder as a PDF File • Save Scanned Data to a Memory Card or USB Flash Drive •...

  • Page 104: Scan Photos And Graphics

    Home > Scan > Scan Using the Scan Button on Your Brother Machine > Scan Photos and Graphics Scan Photos and Graphics Send scanned photos or graphics directly to your computer. Use the Scan button on the machine to make temporary changes to the scan settings. To make permanent changes, use Brother's ControlCenter software.
  • Page 105 Related Information • Scan Using the Scan Button on Your Brother Machine...

  • Page 106: Save Scanned Data To A Folder As A Pdf File

    Home > Scan > Scan Using the Scan Button on Your Brother Machine > Save Scanned Data to a Folder as a PDF File Save Scanned Data to a Folder as a PDF File Scan documents and save them to a folder on your computer as PDF files.
  • Page 107 Related Information • Scan Using the Scan Button on Your Brother Machine...

  • Page 108: Save Scanned Data To A Memory Card Or Usb Flash Drive

    Home > Scan > Scan Using the Scan Button on Your Brother Machine > Save Scanned Data to a Memory Card or USB Flash Drive Save Scanned Data to a Memory Card or USB Flash Drive Scan documents and save them directly to a memory card or USB flash drive without using a computer.
  • Page 109 Related Information • Scan Using the Scan Button on Your Brother Machine • Memory Card or USB Flash Drive Information • Scan-to Media Settings...
  • Page 110 > Memory Card or USB Flash Drive Information Memory Card or USB Flash Drive Information Your Brother machine has media drives (slots) for use with common data storage and digital camera media. IMPORTANT The USB direct interface supports only USB flash drives, PictBridge-compatible cameras, or digital cameras that use the USB mass storage standard.

  • Page 111: Scan Size

    Home > Scan > Scan Using the Scan Button on Your Brother Machine > Save Scanned Data to a Memory Card or USB Flash Drive > Scan-to Media Settings Scan-to Media Settings [Scan Type] / [Resolution] / [File Type] Selecting a higher dots per inch (dpi) setting increases the details captured during the scan; however, file size and transfer time also increase.
  • Page 112 Related Information • Save Scanned Data to a Memory Card or USB Flash Drive...

  • Page 113: Scan Multiple Business Cards And Photos (Auto Crop)

    Home > Scan > Scan Using the Scan Button on Your Brother Machine > Scan Multiple Business Cards and Photos (Auto Crop) Scan Multiple Business Cards and Photos (Auto Crop) Related Models: MFC-J985DW You can scan multiple documents placed on the scanner glass. The machine will scan each document and use the Auto Crop feature to create separate files or a single multi-page file.
  • Page 114 Related Information • Scan Using the Scan Button on Your Brother Machine...

  • Page 115: Scan To An Editable Text File Using Ocr

    Home > Scan > Scan Using the Scan Button on Your Brother Machine > Scan to an Editable Text File Using Scan to an Editable Text File Using OCR Your machine can convert characters in a scanned document to text data using optical character recognition (OCR) technology.
  • Page 116 Select the scan size for your document. Scan Size 7. Press [Start]. The machine starts scanning. If using the machine's scanner glass, follow the LCD instructions to complete the scanning job. Related Information • Scan Using the Scan Button on Your Brother Machine...

  • Page 117: Scan To E-Mail Attachment

    Home > Scan > Scan Using the Scan Button on Your Brother Machine > Scan to E-mail Attachment Scan to E-mail Attachment Send a scanned document as an email attachment. • Use the Scan button on the machine to make temporary changes to the scan settings. To make permanent changes, use Brother's ControlCenter software.
  • Page 118 The machine scans the document and saves it as a file attachment. It then launches your email application and opens a new, blank email message with the scanned file attached. Related Information • Scan Using the Scan Button on Your Brother Machine...

  • Page 119: Web Services For Scanning On Your Network

    The Web Services protocol enables Windows Vista (SP2 or greater), Windows 7, Windows 8 and Windows 10 users to scan using a Brother machine on the network. You must install the driver via Web Services. • ® ® Use Web Services to Install Drivers Used for Scanning (Windows Vista , Windows ®...
  • Page 120 Make sure you have installed the Brother software and drivers. • Verify that the host computer and the Brother machine are on the same subnet, or that the router is correctly configured to pass data between the two devices. •...
  • Page 121 To uninstall drivers, click Uninstall or (Remove device). Related Information ® ® ® • Web Services for Scanning on Your Network (Windows Vista SP2 or greater, Windows 7, Windows ® and Windows...
  • Page 122 Web Services from the Brother Machine (Windows Vista SP2 or greater, Windows 7, Windows 8 and ® Windows ® Scan Using Web Services from the Brother Machine (Windows Vista ® ® ® SP2 or greater, Windows 7, Windows 8 and Windows If you have installed the driver for scanning via Web Services, you can access the Web Services scanning menu on your Brother machine's LCD.
  • Page 123 Right-click the machine icon, and then select Scan profiles..The Scan Profiles dialog box appears. 3. Select the scan profile you want to use. 4. Make sure the scanner selected in the Scanner list is a Brother machine that supports Web Services for scanning, and then click the Set as Default button.

  • Page 124: Change Scan Button Settings From Controlcenter4 (Windows ® )

    Home > Scan > Scan Using the Scan Button on Your Brother Machine > Change Scan Button Settings from ® ControlCenter4 (Windows ® Change Scan Button Settings from ControlCenter4 (Windows 1. Click the (ControlCenter4) icon in the task tray, and then click Open.
  • Page 125 Each tab corresponds to a scan feature, as described below. These settings can be changed. Click the tabs, and then change the settings. Tab Name Corresponding Feature Image Scan to Image Scan to OCR E-mail Scan to E-mail File Scan to File Settings Applicable Features Image...
  • Page 126 Destination Folder To change the folder for the Image, OCR and E-mail features, click Change. Click the folder icon, and then browse to the folder where you want to save your scanned document. Select the Show Folder option to automatically display the destination folder after scanning to a File. File size Adjust the data compression ratio of the scanned image.
  • Page 127 Remove the base colour of documents to make the scanned data more recognisable. When you use this feature, choose from three settings: High, Medium and Low. Default Select this option to restore all settings to their factory setting values. Related Information • Scan Using the Scan Button on Your Brother Machine...

  • Page 128: Change Scan Button Settings From Controlcenter2 (Macintosh)

    > Change Scan Button Settings from ControlCenter2 (Macintosh) Change Scan Button Settings from ControlCenter2 (Macintosh) 1. In the Finder menu bar, click Go > Applications > Brother, and then double-click the (ControlCenter) icon. The ControlCenter2 screen appears. 2. Hold the control key on your keyboard and click the scan destination (Image, OCR, E-mail, or File) whose settings you want to change.
  • Page 129 OCR Software (only available for certain models) OCR Language (only available for certain models) Destination File Path File Name Insert Date in File Name Destination Folder Resolution Scan Type Document Size ID Card Scan Advanced Settings Restore Defaults Target Application/E-mail Application Select which application is used to open scanned data.
  • Page 130 Remove the base colour of documents to make the scanned data more recognisable. When you use this feature, select from three settings: High, Medium and Low. Restore Defaults Select this option to restore all settings to their factory setting values. Related Information • Scan Using the Scan Button on Your Brother Machine...

  • Page 131: Scan From Your Computer (Windows ® )

    > Scan from Your Computer (Windows ® Scan from Your Computer (Windows There are several ways you can use your computer to scan photos and documents on your Brother machine. Use the software applications provided by Brother, or use your favourite scanning application. •...

  • Page 132: Scan Using Controlcenter4 Home Mode (Windows ® )

    ® Home > Scan > Scan from Your Computer (Windows > Scan Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode ® (Windows ® Scan Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows Use ControlCenter4 Home Mode to access your machine's main features. • ® Scan Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows •...
  • Page 133 ® Home > Scan > Scan from Your Computer (Windows > Scan Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode ® ® (Windows > Scan Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows ® Scan Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows Select Home Mode as the mode setting for ControlCenter4. 1.
  • Page 134 Related Information ® • Scan Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows ® • Select Document Type Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows ® • Change Scan Size Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows ® • Crop a Scanned Image Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows ®...
  • Page 135 ® Home > Scan > Scan from Your Computer (Windows > Scan Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode ® ® (Windows > Scan Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows > Select Document Type Using ® ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows ® Select Document Type Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows •...
  • Page 136 ® Home > Scan > Scan from Your Computer (Windows > Scan Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode ® ® (Windows > Scan Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows > Select Document Type Using ® ® ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows > Custom Scan Settings (Windows ®...
  • Page 137 Brightness Set the Brightness level by dragging the slider to the right or left to lighten or darken the image. If the scanned image is too light, set a lower brightness level and scan the document again. If the image is too dark, set a higher brightness level and scan the document again.
  • Page 138 ® Home > Scan > Scan from Your Computer (Windows > Scan Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode ® ® (Windows > Scan Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows > Change Scan Size Using ® ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows ® Change Scan Size Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows For faster scan speeds, select the exact size of your document from the Scan Size drop-down menu.
  • Page 139 ® Home > Scan > Scan from Your Computer (Windows > Scan Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode ® ® (Windows > Scan Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows > Crop a Scanned Image Using ® ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows ® Crop a Scanned Image Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows The crop tool on the Image Editing Toolbar lets you trim unwanted areas from your scanned image.
  • Page 140 a. Expands the scanned image so that the entire image fits in the window. b. Zooms in on the image. c. Zooms out of the image. d. Rotates the image counter-clockwise 90 degrees. e. Rotates the image clockwise 90 degrees. Click and drag the frame to adjust the area to be cropped.
  • Page 141 ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows ® Print Scanned Data Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows Scan a document on your Brother machine, and then print copies using the printer driver features that are available in ControlCenter4. 1. Scan a document. 2. Click Print.
  • Page 142 ® Home > Scan > Scan from Your Computer (Windows > Scan Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode ® ® (Windows > Scan Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows > Open with an Application Using ® ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows Open with an Application Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode ®...
  • Page 143 ® Home > Scan > Scan from Your Computer (Windows > Scan Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode ® ® (Windows > Save Scanned Data to a Folder as a PDF File Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows Save Scanned Data to a Folder as a PDF File Using ControlCenter4 ®...
  • Page 144 To save the document as a password-protected PDF, select Secure PDF (*.pdf) from the File Type drop- down list, click , and then type the password. 10. In the File Name field, type a prefix for your file name, if needed. 11.
  • Page 145 ® Home > Scan > Scan from Your Computer (Windows > Scan Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode ® ® (Windows > Scan Settings for ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows ® Scan Settings for ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows Settings Applicable Features Open Send E- Save with an mail...
  • Page 146 OCR Language Set the optical character recognition (OCR) language to match the language of the scanned document's text (available only for certain models) . File Name Type a prefix for your file name, if needed. Insert Date in File Name Select to automatically insert the date in the scanned image's file name.

  • Page 147: Scan Using Controlcenter4 Advanced Mode (Windows ® )

    ® Home > Scan > Scan from Your Computer (Windows > Scan Using ControlCenter4 Advanced Mode ® (Windows ® Scan Using ControlCenter4 Advanced Mode (Windows ControlCenter4 Advanced Mode gives you more control over the details of your machine's features and allows you to customise one-button scan actions.
  • Page 148 ® Home > Scan > Scan from Your Computer (Windows > Scan Using ControlCenter4 Advanced Mode ® ® (Windows > Scan Photos and Graphics Using ControlCenter4 Advanced Mode (Windows Scan Photos and Graphics Using ControlCenter4 Advanced Mode ® (Windows Send scanned photos or graphics directly to your computer. Select Advanced Mode as the mode setting for ControlCenter4.
  • Page 149 5. Change the scan settings, such as file format, file name, destination file path, resolution, or colour, if needed. • To change the file name or Destination File Path, click Change. • To preview and configure the scanned image, select the PreScan check box. 6.
  • Page 150 ® Home > Scan > Scan from Your Computer (Windows > Scan Using ControlCenter4 Advanced Mode ® (Windows > Save Scanned Data to a Folder as a PDF File Using ControlCenter4 Advanced Mode ® (Windows Save Scanned Data to a Folder as a PDF File Using ControlCenter4 ®...
  • Page 151 4. Click the File button. The scan settings dialog box appears. 5. Click the File Type drop-down list, and then select PDF (*.pdf). To save the document as a password-protected PDF, select Secure PDF (*.pdf) from the File Type drop- down list, click , and then type the password.
  • Page 152 ® Home > Scan > Scan from Your Computer (Windows > Scan Using ControlCenter4 Advanced Mode ® ® (Windows > Scan Both Sides of an ID Card Using ControlCenter4 Advanced Mode (Windows Scan Both Sides of an ID Card Using ControlCenter4 Advanced Mode ®...
  • Page 153 4. Click the File button. The scan settings dialog box appears. 5. Select the ID Card Scan check box. The instruction dialog box appears. 6. Read the instructions on the screen, and then press OK. 7. Change the scan settings, such as file format, file name, scan location, resolution, or colour, if needed. 8.
  • Page 154 ® Home > Scan > Scan from Your Computer (Windows > Scan Using ControlCenter4 Advanced Mode ® ® (Windows > Scan to E-mail Attachment Using ControlCenter4 Advanced Mode (Windows Scan to E-mail Attachment Using ControlCenter4 Advanced Mode ® (Windows Send a scanned document as an email attachment. •...
  • Page 155 5. Change the scan settings, such as file format, file name, destination file path, resolution, or colour, if needed. • To change the file name or Destination File Path, click Change. • To preview and configure the scanned image, select the PreScan check box. 6.
  • Page 156 ® Home > Scan > Scan from Your Computer (Windows > Scan Using ControlCenter4 Advanced Mode ® ® (Windows > Scan to an Editable Text File (OCR) Using ControlCenter4 Advanced Mode (Windows Scan to an Editable Text File (OCR) Using ControlCenter4 Advanced ®...
  • Page 157 5. Change the scan settings, such as file format, file name, destination file path, resolution, or colour, if needed. • To change the file name or Destination File Path, click Change. • To preview and configure the scanned image, select the PreScan check box. 6.
  • Page 158 Select Advanced Mode as the mode setting for ControlCenter4. • In order to use this feature, your Brother machine must be connected to a network that has access to the Internet through either a wired or wireless connection. 1. Load your document.
  • Page 159 ® Home > Scan > Scan from Your Computer (Windows > Scan Using ControlCenter4 Advanced Mode ® ® (Windows > Scan Settings for ControlCenter4 Advanced Mode (Windows ® Scan Settings for ControlCenter4 Advanced Mode (Windows Settings Applicable Features Image E-mail File File Type Target Application...
  • Page 160 • Text (*.txt) • HTML 3.2 (*.htm) • HTML 4.0 (*.htm) • Searchable PDF (*.pdf) • WordPad (*.rtf) • RTF Word 2000 (*.rtf) • WordPerfect 9, 10 (*.wpd) • Microsoft Excel 2003, XP (*.xls) For E-mail and File: • Microsoft Office Word (*.docx) (available only for certain models) •...
  • Page 161 • Black & White Use for text or line art images. • Grey (Error Diffusion) Use for photographic images or graphics. (Error Diffusion is a method for creating simulated grey images without using true grey dots. Black dots are put in a specific pattern to give a grey appearance.) •...

  • Page 162: Paperport

    5. From the available Scanners list, select TWAIN: TW-Brother MFC-XXXX or TWAIN: TW-Brother MFC- XXXX LAN (where MFC-XXXX is the model name of your machine). To use the WIA driver, select the Brother driver that has "WIA" as the prefix.
  • Page 163 8. Adjust the settings in the Scanner Setup dialog box, if needed. 9. Click the Document Size drop-down list, and then select your document size. • After you select a document size, adjust the scanning area by holding down the left mouse button and dragging your mouse pointer over the portion you want to scan.
  • Page 164 ® ™ ™ Home > Scan > Scan from Your Computer (Windows > Scan Using Nuance PaperPort 14 or Other ® Windows® Applications > TWAIN Driver Settings (Windows ® TWAIN Driver Settings (Windows • Note that the item names and assignable values will vary depending on the machine. •...
  • Page 165 • 256 Colour Use for simple colour illustrations that do not need the full colour spectrum. This mode uses up to 256 colours to create images. • 24bit Colour Use to create an image with the most accurate colour reproduction. This mode uses up to 16.8 million colours to scan the image, but it requires the most memory and has the longest transfer time.

  • Page 166: Scan Using Windows ® Photo Gallery Or Windows ® Fax And Scan

    5. Adjust the settings in the Scanner Setup dialog box, if needed. The scanner resolution can be set to a maximum of 1200 dpi. If you want to scan at higher resolutions, use the Scanner Utility software from Brother Utilities. 6. Click Scan.
  • Page 167 Related Information ® • Scan from Your Computer (Windows ® • WIA Driver Settings (Windows...
  • Page 168 ® ® Home > Scan > Scan from Your Computer (Windows > Scan Using Windows Photo Gallery or ® ® Windows Fax and Scan > WIA Driver Settings (Windows ® WIA Driver Settings (Windows Paper source Select the Document Feeder or Flatbed option from the drop-down list. Picture Type (Image Type) Select Color picture, Grayscale picture, Black and white picture or text , or Custom Settings for the type of document you want to scan.
  • Page 169 Brightness Set the Brightness level by dragging the slider to the right or left to lighten or darken the image. If the scanned image is too light, set a lower brightness level and scan the document again. If the image is too dark, set a higher brightness level and scan the document again.

  • Page 170: Install Bookscan Enhancer And Whiteboard Enhancer (Windows ® )

    • You must be logged on with Administrator access privileges. 1. Click (Brother Utilities). 2. Select your machine from the drop-down list. 3. Select Do More in the left navigation bar. 4. Click BookScan&Whiteboard Suite and follow the on-screen instructions to install.

  • Page 171: Scan From Your Computer (Macintosh)

    > Scan from Your Computer (Macintosh) Scan from Your Computer (Macintosh) There are several ways you can use your Macintosh to scan photos and documents on your Brother machine. Use the software applications provided by Brother or your favourite scanning application.

  • Page 172: Scan Using Controlcenter2 (Macintosh)

    > Scan from Your Computer (Macintosh) > Scan Using ControlCenter2 (Macintosh) Scan Using ControlCenter2 (Macintosh) Use Brother's ControlCenter software to scan photos and save them as JPEGs, PDFs, or other file formats. • Scan Using ControlCenter2 (Macintosh) • Save Scanned Data to a Folder as a PDF File Using ControlCenter2 (Macintosh) •...
  • Page 173 Scan Using ControlCenter2 (Macintosh) Send scanned photos or graphics directly to your computer. 1. Load your document. 2. In the Finder menu bar, click Go > Applications > Brother, and then double-click the (ControlCenter) icon. The ControlCenter2 screen appears. 3. Click the SCAN tab.
  • Page 174 5. Change the scan settings, such as file format, file name, destination file path, resolution, or colour, if needed. To change the file name or destination file path, click Change. 6. Click the Start Scanning button. The machine starts scanning. The scanned image will open in the application you have selected. Related Information •...
  • Page 175 Save Scanned Data to a Folder as a PDF File Using ControlCenter2 (Macintosh) 1. Load your document. 2. In the Finder menu bar, click Go > Applications > Brother, and then double-click the (ControlCenter) icon. The ControlCenter2 screen appears. 3. Click the SCAN tab.
  • Page 176 5. Click the File Type pop-up menu, and then select PDF (*.pdf). To save the document as a password-protected PDF, select Secure PDF (*.pdf) from the File Type pop-up menu, type your password in the Password and Re-type Password fields, and then click OK. 6.
  • Page 177 Scan Both Sides of an ID Card Using ControlCenter2 (Macintosh) 1. Place an ID card on the scanner glass. 2. In the Finder menu bar, click Go > Applications > Brother, and then double-click the (ControlCenter) icon. The ControlCenter2 screen appears.
  • Page 178 5. Select the ID Card Scan check box. The instruction dialog box appears. 6. Read the instructions on the screen, and then press OK. 7. Configure other settings, if needed. 8. Click the Start Scanning button. The machine starts scanning one side of the identification card. 9.
  • Page 179 1. Load your document. 2. In the Finder menu bar, click Go > Applications > Brother, and then double-click the (ControlCenter) icon. The ControlCenter2 screen appears.
  • Page 180 5. Change the scan settings, such as file format, file name, destination file path, resolution, or colour, if needed. To change the file name or destination file path, click Change. 6. Click the Start Scanning button. The machine starts scanning. Your default email application will open and the scanned image is attached to a new, blank email.
  • Page 181 PM9SEInstaller_BR_multilang2.dmg. The Scan to OCR feature is available for certain languages. 1. Load your document. 2. In the Finder menu bar, click Go > Applications > Brother, and then double-click the (ControlCenter) icon. The ControlCenter2 screen appears. 3. Click the SCAN tab.
  • Page 182 5. Change the scan settings, such as file format, file name, destination file path, resolution, or colour, if needed. To change the file name or destination file path, click Change. 6. Click the Start Scanning button. The machine scans the document, converts it to editable text, and then sends it to your default word processing application.
  • Page 183 Word file or a Microsoft PowerPoint file. In order to use this feature, your Brother machine must be connected to a network that has access to the Internet through either a wired or wireless connection. 1. Load your document. 2. In the Finder menu bar, click Go > Applications > Brother, and then double-click the (ControlCenter) icon.
  • Page 184 Home > Scan > Scan from Your Computer (Macintosh) > Scan Using ControlCenter2 (Macintosh) > Scan Settings for ControlCenter2 (Macintosh) Scan Settings for ControlCenter2 (Macintosh) Settings Applicable Features Image E-mail File Target Application/E-mail Application File Type File size OCR Software (only available for certain models) OCR Language (only available for certain models)
  • Page 185 Destination File Path Click the Change button to change the prefix of the file name and the path of the destination folder. File Name Type a prefix for your file name, if needed. To change the prefix for the Image, OCR, and E-mail features, click Change.
  • Page 186 • Brightness Set the Brightness level by dragging the slider to the right or left to lighten or darken the image. If the scanned image is too light, set a lower brightness level and scan the document again. If the image is too dark, set a higher brightness level and scan the document again.

  • Page 187: Scan Using Presto! Pagemanager Or Other Twain-Compliant Applications (Macintosh)

    TWAIN specifications are very similar. 1. Start Presto! PageManager. The first time you use the Brother TWAIN driver, you must set it as the default driver. To set the Brother TWAIN driver as the default driver, do the following: a.
  • Page 188 • After you select a document size, adjust the scanning area by holding down the mouse button and dragging your mouse pointer over the portion you want to scan. 6. Click Start. The machine starts scanning. Related Information • Scan from Your Computer (Macintosh) •...
  • Page 189 • 256 Color (Not available for Brother's ControlCenter software and Presto! PageManager 9 or later) Use for simple colour illustrations that do not use the full colour spectrum. This mode uses up to 256 colours to create images.
  • Page 190 3. Document Size Select the exact size of your document from a selection of preset scan sizes. Auto means that the machine will automatically detect the Document Size. • If you select Custom, you can specify the document size. 4. Adjust Image Click the Adjust Image button to adjust other image qualities.

  • Page 191: Copy

    Home > Copy Copy • Copy a Document • Enlarge or Reduce Copied Images • Sort Copies • Make Page Layout Copies ( N in 1 or Poster) • 2-sided Copy • Copy an ID Card • Copy in Ink Save Mode •...

  • Page 192: Copy A Document

    Home > Copy > Copy a Document Copy a Document 1. Make sure you have loaded the correct size paper in the paper tray. 2. Do one of the following: • Place the document face down on the scanner glass. •...
  • Page 193 Option Description (No. of Enter the number of copies in one of the following ways: Copies ) • Press - or + on the Touchscreen. • Press to display the keyboard on the Touchscreen, and then enter the number of copies using the Touchscreen keyboard. Press OK. Press to change the copy settings for the next copy only.

  • Page 194: Enlarge Or Reduce Copied Images

    Home > Copy > Enlarge or Reduce Copied Images Enlarge or Reduce Copied Images Select an enlargement or reduction ratio to resize your copied data. 1. Load your document. 2. Press [Copy]. 3. Enter the number of copies in one of the following ways: •...

  • Page 195: Sort Copies

    Home > Copy > Sort Copies Sort Copies Sort multiple copies. Pages will be stacked in the order they are fed, that is: 1, 2, 3, and so on. 1. Load your document. 2. Press [Copy]. 3. Enter the number of copies in one of the following ways: •...

  • Page 196: Make Page Layout Copies ( N In 1 Or Poster)

    Home > Copy > Make Page Layout Copies ( N in 1 or Poster) Make Page Layout Copies ( N in 1 or Poster) The N in 1 copy feature saves paper by copying two or four pages of your document onto one page of the copy. The poster feature divides your document into sections, then enlarges the sections so you can assemble them into a poster.
  • Page 197 Related Information • Copy • Page Layout Options for Copies...

  • Page 198: Page Layout Options For Copies

    Home > Copy > Make Page Layout Copies ( N in 1 or Poster) > Page Layout Options for Copies Page Layout Options for Copies • If you are copying from the ADF, insert the document face down in the direction shown in the table. (ADF models only) •...
  • Page 199 Option Description Poster(3x3) (Using the scanner glass) Related Information • Make Page Layout Copies ( N in 1 or Poster)

  • Page 200: 2-Sided Copy

    Home > Copy > 2-sided Copy 2-sided Copy • Copy on Both Sides of the Paper (1-sided to 2-sided/2-sided to 2-sided)

  • Page 201: Copy On Both Sides Of The Paper (1-Sided To 2-Sided/2-Sided To 2-Sided)

    Home > Copy > 2-sided Copy > Copy on Both Sides of the Paper (1-sided to 2-sided/2-sided to 2-sided) Copy on Both Sides of the Paper (1-sided to 2-sided/2-sided to 2-sided) Reduce the amount of paper you use by copying onto both sides of the paper. •...
  • Page 202 • If you get a paper jam, press the [Advanced] button, and then press one of the jam prevention settings: [2-sided 1] or [2-sided 2]. • The [2-sided 1] option uses a longer print time for the ink to dry. •...

  • Page 203: Copy An Id Card

    Home > Copy > Copy an ID Card Copy an ID Card Use the [2in1(ID)] feature to copy both sides of an identification card onto one page, keeping the original card size. • Make sure the paper size is set to A4 or Letter. •...
  • Page 204 5. Read and confirm the displayed list of settings you have selected. When you have finished changing settings, press [OK]. 6. Press [Mono Start] or [Colour Start]. The machine starts scanning one side of the identification card. 7. After the machine has scanned the first side, turn over the identification card and press [Continue] to scan the other side.

  • Page 205: Copy In Ink Save Mode

    Home > Copy > Copy in Ink Save Mode Copy in Ink Save Mode Related Models: MFC-J985DW When you select Ink Save Mode, the machine prints the colours lighter and emphasises the outlines of the images. • The amount of ink that is saved varies depending on the type of documents printed. •...

  • Page 206: Copy Options

    Home > Copy > Copy Options Copy Options To change copy settings, press the [Options] button. Option Description Quality Select the Copy resolution for your type of document. When you select the Normal or Fast option, Plain Paper is the only Paper Type option.
  • Page 207 Option Description Advanced Settings Ink Save Mode (MFC-J985DW) Prints colours lighter and emphasises the outlines of images. Thin Paper Copy (MFC-J985DW) Avoids bleeding through thin paper when copying. Book Copy (MFC-J985DW) Corrects dark borders and skew when copying from the scanner glass. Watermark Copy (MFC-J985DW) Places text in your document as a watermark.
  • Page 208 (MFC-J985DW) The Ink Save Mode, Thin Paper Copy, Book Copy and Watermark Copy features are supported by technology from Reallusion, Inc. Related Information • Copy • Copy a Document...

  • Page 209: Fax

    Home > Fax • Send a Fax • Receive a Fax • Voice Operations and Fax Numbers • Telephone Services and External Devices • Fax Reports • PC-FAX...

  • Page 210: Send A Fax

    Home > > Send a Fax Send a Fax • Send a Fax from Your Brother Machine • Send a Fax Manually • Send a Fax at the End of a Conversation • Send the Same Fax to More than One Recipient (Broadcasting) •...

  • Page 211: Send A Fax From Your Brother Machine

    Home > > Send a Fax > Send a Fax from Your Brother Machine Send a Fax from Your Brother Machine Related Models: MFC-J985DW 1. Load your document in the ADF or on the scanner glass. 2. Press [Fax]. If [Fax Preview] is set to [On], press [Fax] >...
  • Page 212 9. Do one of the following: • If you are using the ADF, the machine starts scanning and sending the document. • If you are using the scanner glass and selecting [Mono] in the [Colour Setting], the machine starts scanning the first page. Go to the next step.

  • Page 213: Send A Fax Manually

    Home > > Send a Fax > Send a Fax Manually Send a Fax Manually Related Models: MFC-J985DW Manual fax transmission lets you hear the dialling, ringing and fax-receiving tones while sending a fax. 1. Load your document. 2. To listen for a dial tone, pick up the handset of the external telephone. 3.

  • Page 214: Send A Fax At The End Of A Conversation

    Home > > Send a Fax > Send a Fax at the End of a Conversation Send a Fax at the End of a Conversation Related Models: MFC-J985DW At the end of a conversation, you can send a fax to the other party before you both hang up. 1.

  • Page 215: Send The Same Fax To More Than One Recipient (Broadcasting)

    Home > > Send a Fax > Send the Same Fax to More than One Recipient (Broadcasting) Send the Same Fax to More than One Recipient (Broadcasting) Related Models: MFC-J985DW Use the Broadcasting feature to send the same fax to multiple fax numbers at the same time. •...
  • Page 216 • Enter Text on Your Brother Machine...
  • Page 217 Home > > Send a Fax > Send the Same Fax to More than One Recipient (Broadcasting) > Cancel a Broadcast in Progress Cancel a Broadcast in Progress Related Models: MFC-J985DW While broadcasting you can cancel the fax currently being sent or the whole broadcast job. 1.

  • Page 218: Send A Fax In Real Time

    Home > > Send a Fax > Send a Fax in Real Time Send a Fax in Real Time Related Models: MFC-J985DW When sending a fax, the machine scans the document into the memory before sending it. As soon as the telephone line is free, the machine starts dialling and sending.

  • Page 219: Send A Fax At A Specified Time (Delayed Fax)

    Home > > Send a Fax > Send a Fax at a Specified Time (Delayed Fax) Send a Fax at a Specified Time (Delayed Fax) Related Models: MFC-J985DW You can store up to 50 faxes in the machine's memory to be sent within the next twenty-four hour period. This feature is available only for monochrome faxes.

  • Page 220: Cancel A Fax In Progress

    Home > > Send a Fax > Cancel a Fax in Progress Cancel a Fax in Progress Related Models: MFC-J985DW 1. Press to cancel a fax that is already in process. 2. When you press while the machine is dialling or sending, the Touchscreen displays [Cancel Job?]. Press [Yes].

  • Page 221: Check And Cancel A Pending Fax

    Home > > Send a Fax > Check and Cancel a Pending Fax Check and Cancel a Pending Fax Related Models: MFC-J985DW Follow these steps to view or to cancel faxes stored in the machine's memory and waiting to be sent. If there are no fax jobs in memory, the LCD displays [No Jobs Waiting].

  • Page 222: Fax Polling

    Home > > Send a Fax > Fax Polling Fax Polling Polling lets you set up your machine so the other party pays for the call when receiving a fax from you. It also lets you pay for the call when you call someone's fax machine to retrieve a fax. The polling feature must be set up on both machines to work.

  • Page 223: Polled Transmit

    Home > > Send a Fax > Fax Polling > Polled Transmit Polled Transmit Polled transmit lets you set up your machine to wait with a document so another fax machine can call and retrieve it. The document will be stored and can be retrieved by any other fax machine until you delete it from the memory. This feature is available only for monochrome faxes.

  • Page 224: Setup For Polled Transmit

    Home > > Send a Fax > Fax Polling > Polled Transmit > Setup for Polled Transmit Setup for Polled Transmit Related Models: MFC-J985DW This feature is available only for monochrome faxes. 1. Load your document. 2. Press [Fax]. If [Fax Preview] is set to [On], press [Fax] >...
  • Page 225 Use the Secure Polling feature to restrict access to the documents you set up to be polled. • This feature is available only for monochrome faxes. • Secure Polling works only with Brother fax machines. To retrieve a fax from your machine, someone must enter the secure code. 1. Load your document. 2. Press [Fax].

  • Page 226: Fax Options

    Save your settings as the default. Factory Reset Restore all settings back to the factory settings. You can save the current settings by pressing [Save as Shortcut]. Related Information • Send a Fax • Send a Fax from Your Brother Machine...

  • Page 227: Receive A Fax

    Home > > Receive a Fax Receive a Fax • Receive Mode Settings • Fax Preview • Shrink Page Size of an Oversized Incoming Fax • Set the Fax Receive Stamp • Receive a Fax at the End of a Telephone Conversation •...

  • Page 228: Receive Mode Settings

    Home > > Receive a Fax > Receive Mode Settings Receive Mode Settings • Receive Modes • Choose the Correct Receive Mode • Set the Number of Rings Before the Machine Answers (Ring Delay) • Set the F/T Ring Time (Pseudo/Double-ring) •...

  • Page 229: Receive Modes

    Home > > Receive a Fax > Receive Mode Settings > Receive Modes Receive Modes Related Models: MFC-J985DW Some receive modes answer automatically ([Fax Only] and [Fax/Tel]). You may want to change the Ring Delay before using these modes. Fax Only [Fax Only] mode automatically will answer every call as a fax.

  • Page 230: Choose The Correct Receive Mode

    Home > > Receive a Fax > Receive Mode Settings > Choose the Correct Receive Mode Choose the Correct Receive Mode Related Models: MFC-J985DW You must choose a Receive Mode depending on the external devices and telephone services you have on your line.
  • Page 231 Home > > Receive a Fax > Receive Mode Settings > Set the Number of Rings Before the Machine Answers (Ring Delay) Set the Number of Rings Before the Machine Answers (Ring Delay) Related Models: MFC-J985DW When somebody calls your machine, you will hear the normal telephone ring sound. The number of rings is set in the Ring Delay option.
  • Page 232 F/T Ring Time option. When you hear the F/T ring, it means that a voice caller is on the line. Because the F/T ring is a setting only on your Brother machine, extension and external telephones will not ring; however, you can still answer the machine's call on any telephone.
  • Page 233 Home > > Receive a Fax > Receive Mode Settings > Set Fax Detect Set Fax Detect Related Models: MFC-J985DW If Fax Detect is On: The machine receives a fax call automatically, even if you answer the call. When the message that your machine is receiving a fax appears on the LCD or when you hear “chirps”...

  • Page 234: Fax Preview

    Home > > Receive a Fax > Fax Preview Fax Preview Use the Fax Preview feature to view received faxes on the LCD. • Set Fax Preview to On • Preview New Faxes...
  • Page 235 Home > > Receive a Fax > Fax Preview > Set Fax Preview to On Set Fax Preview to On Related Models: MFC-J985DW • This feature is available only for monochrome faxes. • When Fax Preview is turned on, a backup copy of received faxes will not be printed for Fax Forwarding, PC- Fax Receiving and Forward to Cloud operations, even if you set Backup Print to [On].
  • Page 236 Home > > Receive a Fax > Fax Preview > Preview New Faxes Preview New Faxes Related Models: MFC-J985DW When a fax is received, a message appears on the LCD. • This feature is available only for monochrome faxes. • To see a fax you already previewed, press [Fax] and [Received Faxes].
  • Page 237 Button Result Enlarge the fax. Reduce the fax. a or b Scroll vertically. d or c Scroll horizontally. Rotate the fax clockwise. Delete the fax. Press Yes to confirm. Go back to the previous page. Go to the next page. Go back to the fax list.

  • Page 238: Shrink Page Size Of An Oversized Incoming Fax

    Related Models: MFC-J985DW When the [Auto Reduction] feature is [On], your Brother machine reduces any oversized incoming fax page to fit on your paper. The machine calculates the reduction ratio using the page size of the fax and your Paper Size setting.

  • Page 239: Set The Fax Receive Stamp

    Home > > Receive a Fax > Set the Fax Receive Stamp Set the Fax Receive Stamp Related Models: MFC-J985DW Set the machine to print the date and time of receipt at the top of each incoming fax page. Make sure you have set the current date and time on the machine.

  • Page 240: Receive A Fax At The End Of A Telephone Conversation

    Related Models: MFC-J985DW If you are speaking on the telephone connected to your Brother machine and the other party is also speaking on a telephone connected to his fax machine, at the end of the conversation, the other party can send you a fax before you both hang up.

  • Page 241: Memory Receive Options

    Home > > Receive a Fax > Memory Receive Options Memory Receive Options Use Memory Receive options to direct incoming faxes while you are away from the machine. You can use only one Memory Receive option at a time. Memory Receive can be set to: •...
  • Page 242 Home > > Receive a Fax > Memory Receive Options > Forward Incoming Faxes to Another Machine Forward Incoming Faxes to Another Machine Related Models: MFC-J985DW Use the Fax Forwarding feature to automatically forward your incoming faxes to another machine. This feature is available only for monochrome faxes.
  • Page 243 Home > > Receive a Fax > Memory Receive Options > Store Incoming Faxes in the Machine's Memory Store Incoming Faxes in the Machine's Memory Related Models: MFC-J985DW Use the Fax Storage feature to store incoming faxes in the machine's memory. Retrieve your stored fax messages from a fax machine at another location using the Remote Retrieval commands.
  • Page 244 • Before you can set up PC-Fax Receive, you must install the Brother software and drivers on your computer. Make sure your computer is connected and turned on. You must have the PC-FAX Receiving software running on your computer.
  • Page 245 Home > > Receive a Fax > Memory Receive Options > Change Memory Receive Options Change Memory Receive Options Related Models: MFC-J985DW If there are faxes in your machine's memory when you change any Memory Receive option, the LCD displays one of the following questions: •...
  • Page 246 Home > > Receive a Fax > Memory Receive Options > Turn Off Memory Receive Turn Off Memory Receive Related Models: MFC-J985DW Turn off Memory Receive if you do not want the machine to save or transfer incoming faxes. 1. Press [Settings] >...
  • Page 247 Home > > Receive a Fax > Memory Receive Options > Print a Fax Stored in the Machine's Memory Print a Fax Stored in the Machine's Memory Related Models: MFC-J985DW • This feature is available only for monochrome faxes. • After you print the fax, it is erased from the machine's memory.

  • Page 248: Remote Fax Retrieval

    Home > > Receive a Fax > Remote Fax Retrieval Remote Fax Retrieval Use Remote Retrieval to call your machine from any touch-tone telephone or fax machine, and use a remote access code and remote commands to retrieve fax messages. •...
  • Page 249 > Set a Remote Access Code Set a Remote Access Code Related Models: MFC-J985DW Set a Remote Access Code to access and control your Brother machine even when you are away from it. 1. Press [Settings] > [All Settings] > [Fax] > [Remote Access].
  • Page 250 Use Your Remote Access Code Related Models: MFC-J985DW 1. When away from your Brother machine, dial your fax number from a touch-tone telephone or fax machine. 2. When your machine answers, immediately enter your three-digit Remote Access Code, followed by *.
  • Page 251 Use the Remote Commands in this table to access fax commands and options when you are away from your Brother machine. When you call the machine and enter your remote access code (three digits followed by *), the system will sound two short beeps and you must enter a Remote Command (column 1), followed by one of the options (column 2) for that command.
  • Page 252 You cannot use * and # as dial numbers but you can press # to insert a pause in the fax number. 5. Hang up after you hear one long beep. Your Brother machine will forward any incoming faxes to the fax number you entered.
  • Page 253 Home > > Receive a Fax > Remote Fax Retrieval > Change the Fax Forwarding Number Change the Fax Forwarding Number Related Models: MFC-J985DW 1. Dial your fax number. 2. When your machine answers, enter your Remote Access Code (three digits followed by *). If you hear one long beep, you have messages.

  • Page 254: Fax Polling

    Home > > Receive a Fax > Fax Polling Fax Polling Polling lets you set up your machine so the other party pays for the call when receiving a fax from you. It also lets you pay for the call when you call someone's fax machine to retrieve a fax. The polling feature must be set up on both machines to work.

  • Page 255: Polling Receive

    Home > > Receive a Fax > Fax Polling > Polling Receive Polling Receive Polling Receive lets you call another fax machine to receive a fax. • Setup for Polling Receive • Setup for Polling Receive with Secure Code • Setup for Delayed Polling Receive •...
  • Page 256 Home > > Receive a Fax > Fax Polling > Polling Receive > Setup for Polling Receive Setup for Polling Receive Related Models: MFC-J985DW 1. Press [Fax]. If [Fax Preview] is set to [On], press [Fax] > [Sending Faxes]. 2. Press [Options] > [Polling RX]. 3.

  • Page 257: Setup For Polling Receive With Secure Code

    Secure Polling lets you poll another fax machine to receive a fax the other party has set up with a security code. • Secure Polling only works with Brother fax machines. To get a fax from a secured Brother machine you must enter the secure code.
  • Page 258 Home > > Receive a Fax > Fax Polling > Polling Receive > Setup for Delayed Polling Receive Setup for Delayed Polling Receive Related Models: MFC-J985DW Delayed Polling Receive lets you set your machine to begin polling receive at a later time. You can set up only one delayed polling operation.
  • Page 259 Home > > Receive a Fax > Fax Polling > Polling Receive > Setup for Sequential Polling Receive Setup for Sequential Polling Receive Related Models: MFC-J985DW Sequential Polling Receive lets you request documents from several fax machines in one operation. Afterwards, a Sequential Polling Report will be printed.
  • Page 260 Home > > Receive a Fax > Fax Polling > Polling Receive > Cancel a Sequential Polling Job Cancel a Sequential Polling Job Related Models: MFC-J985DW 1. Press 2. Do one of the following: • To cancel the entire sequential polling job, press [Entire Seq. Poll]. Press [Yes] to confirm or press [No] to exit without cancelling.

  • Page 261: Stop Polling

    Home > > Receive a Fax > Fax Polling > Polling Receive > Stop Polling Stop Polling Related Models: MFC-J985DW To cancel the polling process, press while the machine is dialling. Related Information • Polling Receive...

  • Page 262: Voice Operations And Fax Numbers

    Home > > Voice Operations and Fax Numbers Voice Operations and Fax Numbers • Voice Operations • Store Fax Numbers • Set up Groups for Broadcasting...

  • Page 263: Voice Operations

    Home > > Voice Operations and Fax Numbers > Voice Operations Voice Operations • Pick up a Voice Call in Fax/Tel Receive Mode...
  • Page 264 Home > > Voice Operations and Fax Numbers > Voice Operations > Pick up a Voice Call in Fax/Tel Receive Mode Pick up a Voice Call in Fax/Tel Receive Mode Related Models: MFC-J985DW When the machine is in Fax/Tel mode, it will use the F/T Ring (pseudo/double-ringing) to alert you to pick up a voice call.

  • Page 265: Store Fax Numbers

    Home > > Voice Operations and Fax Numbers > Store Fax Numbers Store Fax Numbers • Store Address Book Numbers • Store Address Book Numbers from Outgoing Calls • Store Address Book Numbers from Caller ID History • Change or Delete Address Book Names or Numbers...
  • Page 266 Home > > Voice Operations and Fax Numbers > Store Fax Numbers > Store Address Book Numbers Store Address Book Numbers Related Models: MFC-J985DW You can store up to 100 Addresses with a name, and each name can have two numbers. 1.
  • Page 267 5. To store the second fax or telephone number, press [Address 2]. Enter the second fax or telephone number (up to 20 digits) using the Touchscreen. Press [OK]. 6. Press [OK] to confirm the fax or telephone number you want to store. 7. Press Related Information • Store Fax Numbers • Enter Text on Your Brother Machine...
  • Page 268 (up to 20 digits) using the Touchscreen. Press [OK]. 6. Press [OK] to confirm the fax or telephone number you want to store. 7. Press Related Information • Store Fax Numbers • Caller ID • Enter Text on Your Brother Machine...

  • Page 269: Change Or Delete Address Book Names Or Numbers

    Home > > Voice Operations and Fax Numbers > Store Fax Numbers > Change or Delete Address Book Names or Numbers Change or Delete Address Book Names or Numbers Related Models: MFC-J985DW You can change or delete an Address Book name or number that has already been stored. 1.

  • Page 270: Set Up Groups For Broadcasting

    Home > > Voice Operations and Fax Numbers > Set up Groups for Broadcasting Set up Groups for Broadcasting Related Models: MFC-J985DW A Group, which can be stored in the Address Book, allows you to send the same fax message to many fax numbers.
  • Page 271 To change a character, press d or c to position the cursor to highlight the incorrect character, and then press Enter the new character. 5. Press [OK]. 6. Press Related Information • Set up Groups for Broadcasting • Enter Text on Your Brother Machine...

  • Page 272: Delete A Group

    Home > > Voice Operations and Fax Numbers > Set up Groups for Broadcasting > Delete a Group Delete a Group Related Models: MFC-J985DW 1. Press [Fax] > [Address Book] > [Edit] > [Delete]. 2. Press a or b to display the Group you want to delete, and then press it. 3.
  • Page 273 Home > > Voice Operations and Fax Numbers > Set up Groups for Broadcasting > Add or Delete Group Members Add or Delete Group Members Related Models: MFC-J985DW 1. Press [Fax] > [Address Book] > [Edit] > [Change]. 2. Press a or b to display the Group you want to change, and then press it. 3.

  • Page 274: Telephone Services And External Devices

    Home > > Telephone Services and External Devices Telephone Services and External Devices • Use BT Call Sign • Caller ID • Set the Telephone Line Type • Voice Over Internet Protocol (VoIP/Telephone Line Interference) • External TAD (Telephone Answering Device) •...

  • Page 275: Use Bt Call Sign

    Home > > Telephone Services and External Devices > Use BT Call Sign Use BT Call Sign Related Models: MFC-J985DW This feature of the machine lets you use the BT Call Sign subscriber service which allows you to have at least two separate telephone numbers on one telephone line.
  • Page 276 Home > > Telephone Services and External Devices > Use BT Call Sign > Enable the Machine to Work with BT Call Sign (with Your External Telephone only) Enable the Machine to Work with BT Call Sign (with Your External Telephone only) Related Models: MFC-J985DW This feature is available only in the U.K.

  • Page 277: Caller Id

    Home > > Telephone Services and External Devices > Caller ID Caller ID Related Models: MFC-J985DW The Caller ID feature lets you use the Caller ID subscriber service offered by many local telephone companies. This service displays the telephone number, or name if it is available, of your caller as the line rings. •...
  • Page 278 Home > > Telephone Services and External Devices > Caller ID > Set Caller ID to On Set Caller ID to On Related Models: MFC-J985DW This feature is available only in the U.K. and Ireland. If you subscribe to the Caller ID service on your phone line, set Caller ID to On to display the caller's telephone number on the LCD as the telephone rings.

  • Page 279: Set The Telephone Line Type

    Home > > Telephone Services and External Devices > Set the Telephone Line Type Set the Telephone Line Type Related Models: MFC-J985DW If you are connecting the machine to a line that features PBX or ISDN to send and receive faxes, you must select a Telephone Line Type that matches your line's features.
  • Page 280 Home > > Telephone Services and External Devices > Set the Telephone Line Type > PBX and TRANSFER PBX and TRANSFER Related Models: MFC-J985DW The machine's [Phone Line Set] default setting is [Normal], which lets the machine connect to a standard Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN) line.

  • Page 281: Voice Over Internet Protocol (Voip/Telephone Line Interference)

    Home > > Telephone Services and External Devices > Voice Over Internet Protocol (VoIP/Telephone Line Interference) Voice Over Internet Protocol (VoIP/Telephone Line Interference) Related Models: MFC-J985DW VoIP is a type of phone system that uses an Internet connection instead of a traditional telephone line. Telephone providers frequently bundle VoIP together with Internet and cable services.

  • Page 282: External Tad (Telephone Answering Device)

    Home > > Telephone Services and External Devices > External TAD (Telephone Answering Device) External TAD (Telephone Answering Device) Related Models: MFC-J985DW You can connect an external Telephone Answering Device (TAD) to the same line as your machine. When the TAD answers a call, your machine will “listen”...
  • Page 283 Home > > Telephone Services and External Devices > External TAD (Telephone Answering Device) > Connect an External TAD Connect an External TAD Related Models: MFC-J985DW 1. Set your external TAD to one or two rings. The machine’s Ring Delay setting does not apply. 2.
  • Page 284 Home > > Telephone Services and External Devices > External TAD (Telephone Answering Device) > Record an Outgoing Message (OGM) on the External TAD Record an Outgoing Message (OGM) on the External TAD Related Models: MFC-J985DW 1. Record five seconds of silence at the beginning of your message. This allows your machine time to listen for fax tones.
  • Page 285 Home > > Telephone Services and External Devices > External TAD (Telephone Answering Device) > Multi-line Connections (PBX) Multi-line Connections (PBX) Related Models: MFC-J985DW We suggest you ask the company that installed your PBX to connect your machine. If you have a multi line system we suggest you ask the installer to connect the unit to the last line on the system.

  • Page 286: External And Extension Telephones

    Home > > Telephone Services and External Devices > External and Extension Telephones External and Extension Telephones • Connect an External or Extension Telephone • Operation from External and Extension Telephones • Use Extension Telephones • Use the Remote Codes...
  • Page 287 Home > > Telephone Services and External Devices > External and Extension Telephones > Connect an External or Extension Telephone Connect an External or Extension Telephone Related Models: MFC-J985DW You can connect a separate telephone to your machine as shown in the diagram below. 1 Extension telephone 2 External telephone Please make sure you use an external telephone with a cable no more than three metres long.

  • Page 288: Operation From External And Extension Telephones

    Home > > Telephone Services and External Devices > External and Extension Telephones > Operation from External and Extension Telephones Operation from External and Extension Telephones Related Models: MFC-J985DW If you answer a fax call at an extension or an external telephone, you can make your machine take the call by using the Remote Activation Code.
  • Page 289 Home > > Telephone Services and External Devices > External and Extension Telephones > Use Extension Telephones Use Extension Telephones Related Models: MFC-J985DW Your premises may already be wired with parallel extension telephones, or you may plan to add extension telephones to your line, as well as your machine.
  • Page 290 Home > > Telephone Services and External Devices > External and Extension Telephones > Use the Remote Codes Use the Remote Codes Related Models: MFC-J985DW Remote Activation Code If you answer a fax call on an extension or external telephone, you can tell your machine to receive it by pressing the Remote Activation Code *51.
  • Page 291 Home > > Telephone Services and External Devices > External and Extension Telephones > Use the Remote Codes > Change the Remote Codes Change the Remote Codes Related Models: MFC-J985DW The preset Remote Activation Code is *51. The preset Remote Deactivation Code is #51. If you are always disconnected when accessing your External TAD remotely, try changing the three-digit remote codes using the numbers 0-9, *, #.

  • Page 292: Fax Reports

    Home > > Fax Reports Fax Reports • Set the Transmission Verification Report's Style • Set the Fax Journal's Interval Period • Print Reports • Set the Machine to Power Off Automatically...

  • Page 293: Set The Transmission Verification Report's Style

    Home > > Fax Reports > Set the Transmission Verification Report's Style Set the Transmission Verification Report's Style Related Models: MFC-J985DW You can use the Transmission Verification Report as proof that you sent a fax. This report lists the receiving party's name or fax number, the time and date of transmission, duration of transmission, number of pages sent, and whether or not the transmission was successful.

  • Page 294: Set The Fax Journal's Interval Period

    Home > > Fax Reports > Set the Fax Journal's Interval Period Set the Fax Journal's Interval Period Related Models: MFC-J985DW You can set the machine to print a Fax Journal at specific intervals (every 50 faxes, 6, 12 or 24 hours, 2 or 7 days).

  • Page 295: Pc-Fax

    Home > > PC-FAX PC-FAX • ® PC-FAX for Windows • PC-FAX for Macintosh...

  • Page 296: Pc-Fax For Windows

    ® Home > > PC-FAX > PC-FAX for Windows ® PC-FAX for Windows • ® PC-FAX Overview (Windows • ® Send a Fax Using PC-FAX (Windows • ® Receive Faxes on Your Computer (Windows...
  • Page 297 > PC-FAX > PC-FAX for Windows > PC-FAX Overview (Windows ® PC-FAX Overview (Windows Reduce paper consumption and save time by using Brother's PC-FAX software to send faxes directly from your machine. • ® Configure PC-FAX (Windows • ® Configure your PC-Fax Address Book (Windows...
  • Page 298 Windows 8 and Windows Launch (Brother Utilities), and then click the drop-down list and select your model name (if not already selected). Click PC-FAX in the left navigation bar, and then click Setup Sending. The PC-FAX Setup dialog box appears.
  • Page 299 Related Information ® • PC-FAX Overview (Windows...
  • Page 300 > Configure your PC-Fax ® Address Book (Windows ® Configure your PC-Fax Address Book (Windows Add, edit and delete members and groups to personalise your Brother Address Book. • ® Add a Member to the Address Book (Windows • ®...
  • Page 301 Add a Member to the Address Book (Windows Related Models: MFC-J985DW Add new people and their fax information to the PC-Fax Address Book if you want to send a fax using Brother PC-Fax software. 1. Do one of the following: ®...
  • Page 302 3. Type the member's information in the corresponding fields. Only the Name field is required. 4. Click OK. Related Information ® • Configure your PC-Fax Address Book (Windows...
  • Page 303 8 and Windows Launch (Brother Utilities), and then click the drop-down list and select your model name (if not already selected). Click PC-FAX in the left navigation bar, and then click Address Book (Send). The Address Book dialog box appears.
  • Page 304 3. Type the name of the new group in the Group Name field. 4. In the Available Names field, select each name you want to include in the group, and then click Add >>. Members added to the group appear in the Group Members box. 5.
  • Page 305 8 and Windows Launch (Brother Utilities), and then click the drop-down list and select your model name (if not already selected). Click PC-FAX in the left navigation bar, and then click Address Book (Send). The Address Book dialog box appears.
  • Page 306 8 and Windows Launch (Brother Utilities), and then click the drop-down list and select your model name (if not already selected). Click PC-FAX in the left navigation bar, and then click Address Book (Send). The Address Book dialog box appears.
  • Page 307 8 and Windows Launch (Brother Utilities), and then click the drop-down list and select your model name (if not already selected). Click PC-FAX in the left navigation bar, and then click Address Book (Send). The Address Book dialog box appears.
  • Page 308 4. In the Available Items field, select the data you want to export, and then click Add >>. Select and add the items in the order you want them listed. 5. If you are exporting to an ASCII file, under the Divide Character section, select the Tab or Comma option to separate the data fields.
  • Page 309 8 and Windows Launch (Brother Utilities), and then click the drop-down list and select your model name (if not already selected). Click PC-FAX in the left navigation bar, and then click Address Book (Send). The Address Book dialog box appears.
  • Page 310 You must select and add fields from the Available Items list in the same order they are listed in the import text file. 5. If you are importing an ASCII file, under the Divide Character section, select the Tab or Comma option to separate the data fields.
  • Page 311 1. Create a file in any application on your computer. 2. Select the print command in your application. 3. Select Brother PC-FAX as your printer, and then complete your print operation. The Brother PC-FAX dialog box appears. 4. Type a fax number using one of the following methods: •...
  • Page 312 PC-FAX for Windows > Receive Faxes on Your Computer (Windows ® Receive Faxes on Your Computer (Windows Use Brother's PC-FAX software to receive faxes on your computer, screen them and print only those faxes you want. • ® Receive Faxes Using PC-FAX Receive (Windows...
  • Page 313 When you turn off your computer, your machine will continue to receive and store faxes in your Brother machine's memory. The machine's LCD will display the number of stored faxes received. When you start this application, the software will transfer all received faxes to your computer at once.
  • Page 314 Windows 8 and Windows Launch (Brother Utilities), and then click the drop-down list and select your model name (if not already selected). Click PC-FAX in the left navigation bar, and then click Receive. 2. Confirm the message and click Yes.
  • Page 315 Configure the path to save PC-FAX files and select the received document format. Device Select the Brother machine that you want to receive PC-FAX. Lock (available only for Administrators) Restrict users who do not have administrator privileges from configuring the settings options shown above.
  • Page 316 4. Select the appropriate connection method. Select your machine from the automatic search results below. Connected Brother machines will be displayed. Select a device from the list. Click OK. Specify your machine by IP address Type the machine's IP address in the IP Address field, and then click OK.
  • Page 317 5. To change the computer name that will appear on the machine's LCD, type the new name in the Enter your PC display name (Max 15 Characters) field. 6. Click OK. Related Information ® • Run Brother's PC-FAX Receive on Your Computer (Windows...
  • Page 318 ® Home > > PC-FAX > PC-FAX for Windows > Receive Faxes on Your Computer ® ® ® (Windows > Receive Faxes Using PC-FAX Receive (Windows > View Received Messages (Windows ® View Received Messages (Windows Related Models: MFC-J985DW Receiving Status Icon Indicated Status Standby mode...
  • Page 319 Even after closing the window, PC-FAX Receive is active and the (PC-FAX Receive ) icon will remain in your computer task tray. To close PC-FAX Receive, click the icon in the computer task tray and click Close. Related Information ® •...

  • Page 320: Pc-Fax For Macintosh

    > PC-FAX > PC-FAX for Macintosh PC-FAX for Macintosh Use Brother's PC-FAX software to send faxes directly from your Macintosh without printing them. This feature helps reduce your paper consumption and save time. • Send Faxes from Your Application (Macintosh)
  • Page 321 Home > > PC-FAX > PC-FAX for Macintosh > Send Faxes from Your Application (Macintosh) Send Faxes from Your Application (Macintosh) Related Models: MFC-J985DW PC-FAX supports only monochrome faxes. A monochrome fax will be sent even if the original data is colour and the receiving fax machine supports colour faxes.
  • Page 322 To send a fax to more than one number, click the Add button after entering the first fax number and type the next fax number. The destination fax numbers will be listed in the Destination Fax Numbers field. 6. Click Print to send the fax. Related Information •...

  • Page 323: Photocapture Center

    Home > PhotoCapture Center PhotoCapture Center • Print Photos Directly from Media • Copy Photos from Media to a Computer • ® Print Photos from ControlCenter4 (Windows...

  • Page 324: Print Photos Directly From Media

    When your machine is connected to a computer, you can use your computer to access a memory card or USB flash drive inserted in the front of the machine. • Compatible Memory Cards and USB Flash Drives • Important Information about PhotoCapture Center • Print Photos from Media Using the Photo Button on the Brother Machine...

  • Page 325: Compatible Memory Cards And Usb Flash Drives

    Flash Drives Compatible Memory Cards and USB Flash Drives Your Brother machine has media drives (slots) for use with common data storage and digital camera media. IMPORTANT The USB direct interface supports only USB flash drives, PictBridge-compatible cameras and digital cameras that use the USB mass storage standard.

  • Page 326: Important Information About Photocapture Center

    Home > PhotoCapture Center > Print Photos Directly from Media > Important Information about PhotoCapture Center Important Information about PhotoCapture Center USB flash drives are available only for certain models. Your machine is designed to be compatible with modern digital camera image files, memory cards and USB flash drives.

  • Page 327: Print Photos From Media Using The Photo Button On The Brother Machine

    Print Photos Directly from Media > Print Photos from Media Using the Photo Button on the Brother Machine Print Photos from Media Using the Photo Button on the Brother Machine • Preview and Print Photos and Movie Files from Media •...
  • Page 328 9. Read and confirm the displayed list of options. 10. To change the print settings, press [Print Settings]. 11. Press [Start]. Related Information • Print Photos from Media Using the Photo Button on the Brother Machine • Print Settings for Photos...
  • Page 329 4. If you want to change the print settings, press [Print Settings]. Option Description Paper Type Select the paper type. Paper Size Select the paper size. 5. Press [Start]. Related Information • Print Photos from Media Using the Photo Button on the Brother Machine • Print Photos by Image Number...
  • Page 330 6. To change the print settings, press [Print Settings]. 7. Press [Start]. Related Information • Print Photos from Media Using the Photo Button on the Brother Machine • Print a Photo Index Sheet (Thumbnails) from Media • Print Settings for Photos...
  • Page 331 > Print Photos Directly from Media > Print Photos from Media Using the Photo Button on the Brother Machine > Enhance Photos Using Advanced Editing Options Enhance Photos Using Advanced Editing Options Related Models: MFC-J985DW Edit and add effects to your photos and view them on the LCD before printing.
  • Page 332 Touchscreen, and then enter the number of copies using the Touchscreen keyboard. Press [OK]. 8. Press [OK]. 9. To change the print settings, press [Print Settings]. 10. Press [Start]. Related Information • Print Photos from Media Using the Photo Button on the Brother Machine • Print Settings for Photos...
  • Page 333 Touchscreen, and then enter the number of copies using the Touchscreen keyboard. Press [OK]. 9. Press [OK]. 10. To change the print settings, press [Print Settings]. 11. Press [Start]. Related Information • Print Photos from Media Using the Photo Button on the Brother Machine • Print Settings for Photos...
  • Page 334 Print Quality Select the paper type. Paper Type Select the paper size. Paper Size Photo Enhance (MFC-J985DW) Print a more vivid photo. 9. Press [Start]. Related Information • Print Photos from Media Using the Photo Button on the Brother Machine...
  • Page 335 3. Press a or b to display the [DPOF] option, and then press it. 4. To change the print settings, press [Print Settings]. 5. Press [Start]. Related Information • Print Photos from Media Using the Photo Button on the Brother Machine • Important Information about PhotoCapture Center • Print Settings for Photos...
  • Page 336 5. Press [OK]. 6. Press [Print Settings] > [Cropping]. 7. Press [On] (or [Off]). 8. When finished, press or [OK]. 9. Press [Start]. Related Information • Print Photos from Media Using the Photo Button on the Brother Machine • Other Problems...
  • Page 337 5. Press [OK]. 6. Press [Print Settings] > [Borderless]. 7. Press [On] (or [Off]). 8. When finished, press or [OK]. 9. Press [Start]. Related Information • Print Photos from Media Using the Photo Button on the Brother Machine • Other Problems...
  • Page 338 4. Press d or c to display each photo. When the photo you want is displayed, press it, and then press [OK]. 5. Press [OK]. 6. Press [Print Settings] > [Date Print]. 7. Press [On] (or [Off]). 8. When finished, press or [OK]. 9. Press [Start]. Related Information • Print Photos from Media Using the Photo Button on the Brother Machine...
  • Page 339 Print Photos Directly from Media > Print Photos from Media Using the Photo Button on the Brother Machine > Print Settings for Photos Print Settings for Photos Press the [Print Settings] option to display the settings shown in the table.
  • Page 340 10x15cm 13x18cm 15x20cm Max. Size Related Information • Print Photos from Media Using the Photo Button on the Brother Machine • Enhance Photos Using Advanced Editing Options • Preview and Print Photos and Movie Files from Media • Print Photos by Image Number •...

  • Page 341: Copy Photos From Media To A Computer

    Home > PhotoCapture Center > Copy Photos from Media to a Computer Copy Photos from Media to a Computer If you would like to copy photos stored in a memory card or USB flash drive to a folder on your computer, follow the steps for your connection type and Operating System.

  • Page 342: Before Copying Photos

    Home > PhotoCapture Center > Copy Photos from Media to a Computer > Before Copying Photos Before Copying Photos IMPORTANT DO NOT start your computer with a memory card or USB flash drive in the media drive of the machine. You could lose your data or damage the media.

  • Page 343: Copy Photos From Media Over A Local Connection

    Home > PhotoCapture Center > Copy Photos from Media to a Computer > Copy Photos from Media Over a Local Connection Copy Photos from Media Over a Local Connection You can copy photos from media to your computer when it is locally connected (via USB) to your machine. 1.

  • Page 344: Copy Photos From Media Over A Network Connection

    1. Open the machine's media slot cover. 2. Insert a memory card or USB flash drive into your machine. 3. Type the IP address of your Brother machine in your web browser (where XXX.XXX.XXX.XXX is your Brother machine's IP address).

  • Page 345: Print Photos From Controlcenter4 (Windows ® )

    • For best results, use Brother paper. • When you print on Brother photo paper, load one extra sheet of the same photo paper in the paper tray. 2. Click the (ControlCenter4) icon in the task tray, and then click Open.
  • Page 346 Option Description Select All Selects all thumbnails in the current view. Deselect All Deselects all thumbnails in the current view. 6. Specify the number of copies you want to print (1-99) by clicking 7. To trim the photo before printing, click Edit. 8.

  • Page 347: Edit Photos Using Controlcenter4 (Windows ® )

    ® Home > PhotoCapture Center > Print Photos from ControlCenter4 (Windows > Edit Photos Using ® ControlCenter4 (Windows ® Edit Photos Using ControlCenter4 (Windows 1. This area shows which images are currently selected, and how many copies of each image will be printed. 2.
  • Page 348 5. Image Enhancement Nature Scene Select this option to enhance natural colours, such as green and blue. Night Scene Select this option to optimise the image adjustments for a night scene photo. Soft Light Select this option to soften bright edges. Related Information ®...

  • Page 349: Network

    Home > Network Network • Get Started • Network Management Software and Utilities • Additional Methods of Configuring Your Brother Machine for a Wireless Network • Advanced Network Features • Technical Information for Advanced Users...

  • Page 350: Get Started

    > Get Started Get Started We recommend setting up and connecting to your network using the Brother installation CD-ROM. This section provides more information on network connection types, introduces various methods to manage your network and explains some useful network features of your Brother machine.

  • Page 351: Supported Basic Network Features

    Windows 10 only) Related Information • Get Started Not available for DCP models. BRAdmin Light is available as a download from your model's page at support.brother.com. BRAdmin Professional 3 is available as a download from your model's page at support.brother.com.

  • Page 352: Network Management Software And Utilities

    Home > Network > Network Management Software and Utilities Network Management Software and Utilities Configure and change your Brother machine's network settings using a management utility. • Learn about Network Management Software and Utilities • Change Machine Settings from Your Computer...

  • Page 353: Learn About Network Management Software And Utilities

    ® BRAdmin Light (Windows BRAdmin Light is a utility for the initial setup of Brother network-connected devices. This utility can search for Brother products on your network, view the status and configure the basic network settings, such as IP address.

  • Page 354: Additional Methods Of Configuring Your Brother Machine For A Wireless Network

    Home > Network > Additional Methods of Configuring Your Brother Machine for a Wireless Network Additional Methods of Configuring Your Brother Machine for a Wireless Network To connect your machine to your wireless network, we recommend using the Installation CD-ROM.

  • Page 355: Before Configuring Your Brother Machine For A Wireless Network

    • Although the Brother machine can be used in both a wired and wireless network, only one connection method can be used at a time (supported models only). However, a wireless network connection and Wi-Fi Direct connection, or a wired network connection (supported models only) and Wi-Fi Direct connection can be used at the same time.

  • Page 356: Setup ™ (Wps) Or Aoss

    If your wireless device is connected successfully, the LCD displays [Connected]. You have completed the wireless network setup. To install drivers and software necessary for operating your device, insert the Brother installation disc into your computer or go to your model's Downloads page on the Brother Solutions Center at support.brother.com.

  • Page 357: Configure Your Machine For A Wireless Network Using The Pin Method Of Wi-Fi Protected Setup ™ (Wps)

    Home > Network > Additional Methods of Configuring Your Brother Machine for a Wireless ™ Network > Configure Your Machine for a Wireless Network Using the PIN Method of Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) Configure Your Machine for a Wireless Network Using the PIN Method ™...
  • Page 358 7. Select your machine and click Next. 8. Type the PIN displayed on the machine's LCD, and then click Next. 9. Select your network, and then click Next. 10. Click Close. Related Information • Additional Methods of Configuring Your Brother Machine for a Wireless Network...

  • Page 359: Configure Your Machine For A Wireless Network In Ad-Hoc Mode Using A New Ssid

    If your wireless device is connected successfully, the LCD displays [Connected]. You have completed the wireless network setup. To install drivers and software necessary for operating your device, insert the Brother installation disc into your computer or go to your model's Downloads page on the Brother Solutions Center at support.brother.com.

  • Page 360: Configure Your Machine For A Wireless Network When The Ssid Is Not Broadcast

    Infrastructure WPA2-PSK 12345678 If your router uses WEP encryption, enter the key used as the first WEP key. Your Brother machine supports the use of the first WEP key only. 2. Press [Settings] > [All Settings] > [Network] > [WLAN] > [Setup Wizard].
  • Page 361 If your wireless device is connected successfully, the LCD displays [Connected]. You have completed the wireless network setup. To install drivers and software necessary for operating your device, insert the Brother installation disc into your computer or go to your model's Downloads page on the Brother Solutions Center at support.brother.com.

  • Page 362: Use Wi-Fi Direct

    Home > Network > Additional Methods of Configuring Your Brother Machine for a Wireless Network > Use ® Wi-Fi Direct ® Use Wi-Fi Direct • Print or Scan from Your Mobile Device Using Wi-Fi Direct • Configure Your Wi-Fi Direct Network •...
  • Page 363 Wi-Fi Direct is one of the wireless configuration methods developed by the Wi-Fi Alliance . It allows you to ™ configure a secured wireless network between your Brother machine and a mobile device, such as an Android ® device, Windows Phone device, iPhone, iPod touch, or iPad, without using an access point.
  • Page 364 Home > Network > Additional Methods of Configuring Your Brother Machine for a Wireless Network > ® Wi-Fi Direct > Configure Your Wi-Fi Direct Network Configure Your Wi-Fi Direct Network Configure your Wi-Fi Direct network settings from your machine's control panel.
  • Page 365 Method of Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) To use Brother iPrint&Scan functionality in a Wi-Fi Direct network configured by one-push configuration using Wi- Fi Direct or by PIN Method configuration using Wi-Fi Direct, the device you use to configure Wi-Fi Direct must be ™...
  • Page 366 • When your Brother machine is not the G/O, it will display available device names with which to configure a Wi-Fi Direct network. Select the mobile device to which you want to connect and press [OK]. Search for available devices again by pressing [Rescan].
  • Page 367 Wi-Fi Direct network setup. For more information on printing from or scanning to your mobile device, download the Mobile Print/Scan Guide for Brother iPrint&Scan or the AirPrint Guide from your model's Manuals page on the Brother Solutions Center at support.brother.com.
  • Page 368 4. Do one of the following: • When your Brother machine is the G/O (Group Owner), it will wait for a connection request from your mobile device. When [PIN Code] appears, enter the PIN displayed on your mobile device in the machine.
  • Page 369 WPS PIN configuration method (see your mobile device's user's guide for instructions), and then press [OK] on your Brother machine. This will start the Wi-Fi Direct setup. 4. The machine will wait for a connection request from your mobile device. When [PIN Code] appears, enter the PIN displayed on your mobile device in the machine.
  • Page 370 Wi-Fi Direct network setup. For more information on printing from or scanning to your mobile device, download the Mobile Print/Scan Guide for Brother iPrint&Scan or the AirPrint Guide from your model's Manuals page on the Brother Solutions Center at support.brother.com.

  • Page 371: Advanced Network Features

    Home > Network > Advanced Network Features Advanced Network Features • Print the Network Configuration Report...

  • Page 372: Print The Network Configuration Report

    • Advanced Network Features • Copy Photos from Media Over a Network Connection • Where Can I Find My Brother Machine's Network Settings? ® • Use the Network Connection Repair Tool (Windows • I Want to Check that My Network Devices are Working Correctly •...

  • Page 373: Technical Information For Advanced Users

    Home > Network > Technical Information for Advanced Users Technical Information for Advanced Users • Reset the Network Settings to Factory Default • Print the WLAN Report...

  • Page 374: Reset The Network Settings To Factory Default

    Home > Network > Technical Information for Advanced Users > Reset the Network Settings to Factory Default Reset the Network Settings to Factory Default You can use your machine's control panel to reset the print server to its default factory settings. This resets all information, such as the password and IP address.

  • Page 375: Print The Wlan Report

    Related Information • Technical Information for Advanced Users • Wireless LAN Report Error Codes • My Brother Machine Cannot Print, Scan, or PC-FAX Receive over the Network • I Want to Check that My Network Devices are Working Correctly...
  • Page 376 The security information (SSID/Network Key) is incorrect. Confirm the SSID and Network Key. If your router uses WEP encryption, enter the key used as the first WEP key. Your Brother machine supports the use of the first WEP key only. TS-06 The wireless security information (Authentication method/Encryption method/Network Key) is incorrect.
  • Page 377 Related Information • Print the WLAN Report • My Brother Machine Cannot Print, Scan, or PC-FAX Receive over the Network • I Want to Check that My Network Devices are Working Correctly • Configure Your Machine for a Wireless Network in Ad-Hoc Mode Using a New SSID...

  • Page 378: Security

    Home > Security Security • Lock the Machine Settings...

  • Page 379: Lock The Machine Settings

    Lock the Machine Settings Before turning on the machine's access lock feature, make a careful note of your password. If you forget the password, you must reset all passwords stored in the machine by calling your administrator or Brother customer service.

  • Page 380: About Using Memory Security

    Home > Security > Lock the Machine Settings > About Using Memory Security About Using Memory Security Related Models: MFC-J985DW Memory Security lets you prevent unauthorised access to the machine. Although you cannot schedule Delayed Faxes or Polling jobs, any pre-scheduled Delayed Faxes will be sent. You must turn off PC Fax Receive before you can turn on Memory Security.
  • Page 381 Home > Security > Lock the Machine Settings > About Using Memory Security > Set the Memory Security Password Set the Memory Security Password Related Models: MFC-J985DW Make a careful note of your password. 1. Press [Settings] > [All Settings] > [Fax] > [Miscellaneous] > [Memory Security]. 2.
  • Page 382 Home > Security > Lock the Machine Settings > About Using Memory Security > Change the Memory Security Password Change the Memory Security Password Related Models: MFC-J985DW 1. Press [Settings] > [All Settings] > [Fax] > [Miscellaneous] > [Memory Security] > [Set Password].
  • Page 383 Home > Security > Lock the Machine Settings > About Using Memory Security > Turn Memory Security On/Off Turn Memory Security On/Off Related Models: MFC-J985DW 1. Press [Settings] > [All Settings] > [Fax] > [Miscellaneous] > [Memory Security] > [Set Security]. 2.

  • Page 384: Mobile/Web Connect

    Home > Mobile/Web Connect Mobile/Web Connect • Use Web Services from Your Brother Machine • Use Brother Web Services • ™ Print with Google Cloud Print • Print with AirPrint • ® Print with Mopria • Print and Scan from a Mobile Device •...

  • Page 385: Use Web Services From Your Brother Machine

    Certain websites provide services that allow users to upload and view images and files on the website. Your Brother machine can scan images and upload them to these services, and also download from and print images that are already uploaded to these services.

  • Page 386: Use Brother Web Services

    Use Brother Web Services Brother Web Services allow you to scan, print, and perform other features that help you save files to the Cloud, upload to other services. Brother Web Services also manage cloud servers, so you can transfer received faxes.
  • Page 387 Related Information • Mobile/Web Connect...

  • Page 388: Print With Google Cloud Print

    1. Print request 2. Internet ™ 3. Google Cloud Print 4. Printing For more information, see the Google Cloud Print Guide. Go to your model's Manuals page on the Brother Solutions Center at support.brother.com to download the guide. Related Information •...

  • Page 389: Print With Airprint

    AirPrint also lets you scan documents to your Macintosh computer without installing a driver on the device (requires OS X 10.9 or later). For more information, see the AirPrint Guide. Go to your model's Manuals page on the Brother Solutions Center support.brother.com to download the guide.

  • Page 390: Print With Mopria

    Gallery, support printing. ™ 1. Android 4.4 or later ® 2. Wi-Fi Connection 3. Your Brother machine ® ™ ™ You must download the Mopria Plug-in from the Google Play Store app and install it on your Android device.

  • Page 391: Print And Scan From A Mobile Device

    Download and install Brother iPrint&Scan from the Google Play Store app. • For iOS Devices Brother iPrint&Scan allows you to use features of your Brother machine directly from your iPhone, iPod touch, iPad, and iPad mini. Download and install Brother iPrint&Scan from the App Store. ®...

  • Page 392: Print And Scan Using Near-Field Communication (Nfc)

    ™ You must download and install Brother iPrint&Scan to your Android device to use this feature. For more information, see the Mobile Print/Scan Guide for Brother iPrint&Scan. Go to your model's Manuals page on the Brother Solutions Center at support.brother.com to download the guide.

  • Page 393: Controlcenter

    Home > ControlCenter ControlCenter Use Brother's ControlCenter software utility to quickly access your frequently-used applications. Using ControlCenter gives you direct access to specific applications. • ® ControlCenter4 (Windows • ControlCenter2 (Macintosh)

  • Page 394: Controlcenter4 (Windows ® )

    Set Up the Brother Machine Using ControlCenter4 (Windows • ® Create a Custom Tab Using ControlCenter4 Advanced Mode (Windows • ® Set Up the Brother Machine from Your Computer (Windows • ® Set Up Your Brother Address Book Using ControlCenter4 (Windows...

  • Page 395: Change The Operation Mode In Controlcenter4 (Windows ® )

    ® Home > ControlCenter > ControlCenter4 (Windows > Change the Operation Mode in ControlCenter4 ® (Windows ® Change the Operation Mode in ControlCenter4 (Windows ControlCenter4 has two operation modes: Home Mode and Advanced Mode. You can change modes at any time.
  • Page 396 • Advanced Mode ControlCenter4 Advanced Mode gives you more control over the details of your machine's features and allows you to customise one-button scan actions. To change operation mode: 1. Click the (ControlCenter4) icon in the task tray, and then select Open. 2.

  • Page 397: Scan Using Controlcenter4 Home Mode (Windows ® )

    ® Home > ControlCenter > ControlCenter4 (Windows > Scan Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode ® (Windows ® Scan Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows Use ControlCenter4 Home Mode to access your machine's main features. • ® Scan Using ControlCenter4 Home Mode (Windows •...

  • Page 398: Scan Using Controlcenter4 Advanced Mode (Windows ® )

    ® Home > ControlCenter > ControlCenter4 (Windows > Scan Using ControlCenter4 Advanced Mode ® (Windows ® Scan Using ControlCenter4 Advanced Mode (Windows ControlCenter4 Advanced Mode gives you more control over the details of your machine's features and allows you to customise one-button scan actions. •...

  • Page 399: Set Up The Brother Machine Using Controlcenter4 (Windows ® )

    ® Home > ControlCenter > ControlCenter4 (Windows > Set Up the Brother Machine Using ControlCenter4 ® (Windows ® Set Up the Brother Machine Using ControlCenter4 (Windows Related Models: MFC-J985DW 1. Click the (ControlCenter4) icon in the task tray, and then click Open.
  • Page 400 137 and 161. ® • If you are using Windows Firewall and you installed the Brother software and drivers from the CD-ROM, the necessary firewall settings have already been set. Related Information ®...

  • Page 401: Create A Custom Tab Using Controlcenter4 Advanced Mode (Windows ® )

    ® Home > ControlCenter > ControlCenter4 (Windows > Create a Custom Tab Using ControlCenter4 ® Advanced Mode (Windows Create a Custom Tab Using ControlCenter4 Advanced Mode ® (Windows You can create up to three customised tabs, each including up to five customised buttons, with your preferred settings.
  • Page 402 Related Information ® • ControlCenter4 (Windows...

  • Page 403: Controlcenter2 (Macintosh)

    Home > ControlCenter > ControlCenter2 (Macintosh) ControlCenter2 (Macintosh) • Scan Using ControlCenter2 (Macintosh) • Set Up the Brother Machine Using ControlCenter2 (Macintosh) • Turn the AutoLoad Feature On (Macintosh) • Set Up Your Brother Address Book Using ControlCenter2 (Macintosh)

  • Page 404: Scan Using Controlcenter2 (Macintosh)

    > ControlCenter2 (Macintosh) > Scan Using ControlCenter2 (Macintosh) Scan Using ControlCenter2 (Macintosh) Use Brother's ControlCenter software to scan photos and save them as JPEGs, PDFs, or other file formats. • Scan Using ControlCenter2 (Macintosh) • Save Scanned Data to a Folder as a PDF File Using ControlCenter2 (Macintosh) •...

  • Page 405: Set Up The Brother Machine Using Controlcenter2 (Macintosh)

    (Macintosh) Set Up the Brother Machine Using ControlCenter2 (Macintosh) Related Models: MFC-J985DW 1. In the Finder menu bar, click Go > Applications > Brother, and then double-click the (ControlCenter) icon. The ControlCenter2 screen appears. 2. Click the DEVICE SETTINGS tab.
  • Page 406 4. Configure the settings as needed. Export Click to save the current configuration settings to a file. Click Export to save your address book or all settings for your machine. Import Click to read the settings from a file. Print Click to print the selected items on the machine.

  • Page 407: Turn The Autoload Feature On (Macintosh)

    Turn the AutoLoad Feature On (Macintosh) Turn AutoLoad on to launch ControlCenter2 automatically each time you start your Macintosh. 1. In the Finder menu bar, click Go > Applications > Brother, and then double-click the (ControlCenter) icon. The ControlCenter2 screen appears.

  • Page 408: Troubleshooting

    If you think there is a problem with your machine, first check each of the items below, then try to identify the problem, and follow our troubleshooting tips. You can correct most problems yourself. If you need additional help, the Brother Solutions Center offers the latest FAQs and troubleshooting tips.

  • Page 409: Error And Maintenance Messages

    NFC feature, touch your device to the NFC logo on the control panel to access the Brother Solutions Center and browse the latest FAQs from your device. (Your mobile telephone provider's message and data rates may apply.) ™...

  • Page 410: Cannot Detect

    A used ink cartridge was reinstalled. Remove the used ink cartridge and install a new one. If you are using non Brother Original ink, Replace the cartridge with a Brother the machine may not detect the ink Original ink cartridge. If the error message cartridge.

  • Page 411: High Temperature

    12 times. machine automatically cleans upon power up. The use of non-Brother ink may cause frequent cleanings because non-Brother...
  • Page 412 The more cleaning the machine requires, the faster these boxes will fill up. Repairs resulting from the use of non- Brother supplies may not be covered under the stated product warranty. Ink Absorber Pad The ink absorber box or flushing box is...

  • Page 413: No Ink Cartridge

    No Device When configuring the Wi-Fi Direct • Make sure your machine and mobile network, the Brother machine cannot find device are in the Wi-Fi Direct mode. (Wi-Fi Direct) your mobile device. • Move the mobile device closer to your Brother machine.

  • Page 414: Paper Size Mismatch

    Error Message Cause Action See Related Information: Load Photo or Photo L Paper in Photo Paper Tray. The paper was not inserted in the centre Remove the paper and reinsert it in the position of the manual feed slot. centre of the manual feed slot, and then follow the on-screen instructions.
  • Page 415 Error Message Cause Action 3. After you have checked the paper size and the paper position, follow the on‑screen instructions. If printing from your computer, make sure the paper size you selected in the printer driver matches the size of paper in the tray.

  • Page 416: Wrong Ink Cartridge

    Error Message Cause Action Unable to Scan XX The machine has a mechanical problem. • Transfer your faxes to another fax machine or your computer before disconnecting the machine so you will not lose any important messages. Then, disconnect the machine from the power for several minutes and reconnect it.
  • Page 417 • Paper is Jammed in the Front of the Machine (Jam B Front) • Paper is Jammed in the Back of the Machine (Jam C Rear) • Change the Paper Size and Paper Type ® • Print Settings (Windows • Print Options (Macintosh) •...

  • Page 418: Transfer Your Faxes Or Fax Journal Report

    Use PC-Fax Receive to Transfer Received Faxes to Your Computer (Windows only) • Reset the Network Settings to Factory Default • Reset Your Brother Machine • Reset Functions • Paper is Jammed Inside and in the Front of the Machine (Jam A Inside/Front) •...
  • Page 419 Home > Troubleshooting > Error and Maintenance Messages > Transfer Your Faxes or Fax Journal Report > Transfer Faxes to Another Fax Machine Transfer Faxes to Another Fax Machine Related Models: MFC-J985DW If you have not set up your Station ID, you cannot enter fax transfer mode. 1.
  • Page 420 You can transfer the faxes from your machine's memory to your computer. 1. Press to interrupt the error temporarily. 2. Make sure you have installed the Brother driver on your computer, and then turn on PC-FAX Receive on the computer. Do one of the following: ®...
  • Page 421 Home > Troubleshooting > Error and Maintenance Messages > Transfer Your Faxes or Fax Journal Report > Transfer the Fax Journal Report to Another Fax Machine Transfer the Fax Journal Report to Another Fax Machine Related Models: MFC-J985DW If you have not set up your Station ID, you cannot enter fax transfer mode. 1.

  • Page 422: Document Jams

    Home > Troubleshooting > Document Jams Document Jams • Document is Jammed in the Top of the ADF Unit • Document is Jammed inside the ADF Unit • Remove Paper Scraps Jammed in the ADF • Error and Maintenance Messages...

  • Page 423: Document Is Jammed In The Top Of The Adf Unit

    Home > Troubleshooting > Document Jams > Document is Jammed in the Top of the ADF Unit Document is Jammed in the Top of the ADF Unit 1. Remove any paper from the ADF. 2. Open the ADF cover. 3. Remove the jammed document by pulling it upwards. 4.

  • Page 424: Document Is Jammed Inside The Adf Unit

    Home > Troubleshooting > Document Jams > Document is Jammed inside the ADF Unit Document is Jammed inside the ADF Unit 1. Remove any paper that is not jammed from the ADF. 2. Lift the document cover. 3. Pull the jammed document out to the left. 4.

  • Page 425: Remove Paper Scraps Jammed In The Adf

    Home > Troubleshooting > Document Jams > Remove Paper Scraps Jammed in the ADF Remove Paper Scraps Jammed in the ADF 1. Lift the document cover. 2. Insert a piece of stiff paper, such as cardstock, into the ADF to push any small paper scraps through. 3.

  • Page 426: Printer Jam Or Paper Jam

    Home > Troubleshooting > Printer Jam or Paper Jam Printer Jam or Paper Jam Locate and remove the jammed paper. • Paper is Jammed Inside and in the Front of the Machine (Jam A Inside/Front) • Paper is Jammed in the Front of the Machine (Jam B Front) •...

  • Page 427: Paper Is Jammed Inside And In The Front Of The Machine (Jam A Inside/Front)

    Home > Troubleshooting > Printer Jam or Paper Jam > Paper is Jammed Inside and in the Front of the Machine (Jam A Inside/Front) Paper is Jammed Inside and in the Front of the Machine (Jam A Inside/ Front) If the LCD displays [Jam A Inside/Front] or [Repeat Jam A Inside/Front], follow these steps: 1.
  • Page 428 If your LCD error message was [Repeat Jam A Inside/Front], move the print head (if needed) to take out any paper remaining in this area. Make sure scraps of paper are not left in the corners of the machine (1) and (2). When finished, continue with the next step.
  • Page 429 • If ink gets on your skin or clothing, immediately wash it off with soap or detergent. 6. Gently close the scanner cover using both hands. 7. Slowly pull the jammed paper (1) out of the machine.
  • Page 430 If your LCD error message was [Repeat Jam A Inside/Front], do the following: a. Make sure you look carefully inside (1) for any scraps of paper. b. Squeeze both levers (1), and then open the Jam Clear Cover at the back of the machine. c.
  • Page 431 9. While holding the paper tray in the machine, pull out the paper support (1) until it locks into place, and then unfold the paper support flap (2). 10. Reconnect the power cord. Related Information • Printer Jam or Paper Jam •...

  • Page 432: Paper Is Jammed In The Front Of The Machine (Jam B Front)

    Home > Troubleshooting > Printer Jam or Paper Jam > Paper is Jammed in the Front of the Machine (Jam B Front) Paper is Jammed in the Front of the Machine (Jam B Front) If the LCD displays [Jam B Front] or [Repeat Jam B Front], follow these steps: 1.
  • Page 433 If your LCD error message was [Repeat Jam B Front], do the following: a. Make sure you look carefully inside (1) for any scraps of paper. b. Squeeze both levers (1), and then open the Jam Clear Cover at the back of the machine. c.
  • Page 434 6. While holding the paper tray in the machine, pull out the paper support (1) until it locks into place, and then unfold the paper support flap (2). 7. Reconnect the power cord. Related Information • Printer Jam or Paper Jam •...

  • Page 435: Paper Is Jammed In The Back Of The Machine (Jam C Rear)

    Home > Troubleshooting > Printer Jam or Paper Jam > Paper is Jammed in the Back of the Machine (Jam C Rear) Paper is Jammed in the Back of the Machine (Jam C Rear) If the LCD displays [Jam C Rear], follow these steps: 1.
  • Page 436 7. Put the paper tray firmly back in the machine. 8. While holding the paper tray in the machine, pull out the paper support (1) until it locks into place, and then unfold the paper support flap (2). 9. Reconnect the power cord. Related Information •...

  • Page 437: If You Are Having Difficulty With Your Machine

    If you think there is a problem with your machine, check the following topics. You can correct most problems yourself. If you need additional help, the Brother Solutions Center offers the latest FAQs and troubleshooting tips. Visit support.brother.com. Using non-Brother supplies may affect the print quality, hardware performance, and machine reliability.

  • Page 438: Paper Handling And Printing Problems

    XP and Windows Server 2003 Click the Start > Printers and Faxes. Right-click Brother MFC-XXXX Printer (where XXXX is your model name). Make sure Use Printer Online is not listed. If it is listed, click this option to set the driver Online.
  • Page 439 Difficulties Suggestions ® ® • Windows XP and Windows Server 2003 Click the Start > Printers and Faxes. ® ® • Windows Vista and Windows Server 2008 Click /Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Printers. ® ® •...
  • Page 440 • The ink cartridge may not have been stored correctly before use. Make sure you are using Brother Original Innobella ink. Brother does not recommend the use of cartridges other than Brother Original cartridges or the refilling of used cartridges with ink from other sources.
  • Page 441 See Related Information: Paper Weight and Thickness. Photo paper does not feed When you print on Brother Photo paper, load one extra sheet of the same photo correctly. paper in the paper tray. An extra sheet has been included in the paper package for this purpose.
  • Page 442 Difficulties Suggestions • Remove all the paper from the tray and fan the stack of paper well, then put it back in the tray. • Make sure you do not push the paper in too far. See Related Information: Load Paper. Make sure the Jam Clear Cover is closed correctly.
  • Page 443 • Change the Paper Size and Paper Type • Acceptable Paper and Other Print Media • Clean the Print Head from Your Brother Machine ® • Clean the Print Head from Your Computer (Windows • Clean the Print Head from Your Computer (Macintosh) •...

  • Page 444: Telephone And Fax Problems

    For Example: If you subscribe to Call Waiting or some other custom service and its signal comes through the line while your machine is sending or receiving a fax, the signal can temporarily interrupt or disrupt the faxes. Brother’s ECM (Error Correction Mode) feature should help overcome this problem. This condition is related to the telephone system industry and is common to all devices that send and receive information on a single, shared line with custom features.

  • Page 445: Receiving Faxes

    • If your Brother machine shares a line with other telephones and you want it to automatically answer all incoming faxes, you should select the Fax/Tel mode. In Fax/Tel mode, your Brother machine will receive faxes automatically and produce a pseudo/double-ring to alert you to answer voice calls.

  • Page 446: Sending Faxes

    5. Set your Brother machine’s Receive Mode to External TAD. See Related Information: Choose the Correct Receive Mode. Make sure your Brother machine’s Fax Detect feature is turned On. Fax Detect is a feature that allows you to receive a fax even if you answered the call on an external or extension telephone.
  • Page 447 Difficulties Suggestions Sent faxes are blank. Make sure you are loading the document correctly. See Related Information: Load Documents in the Automatic Document Feeder (ADF). See Related Information: Load Documents on the Scanner Glass. Vertical black lines when sending. Black vertical lines on faxes you send are typically caused by dirt or correction fluid on the glass strip.
  • Page 448 Home > Troubleshooting > If You Are Having Difficulty with Your Machine > Telephone and Fax problems > Set Dial Tone Detection Set Dial Tone Detection Related Models: MFC-J985DW Setting the Dial Tone to [Detection] will shorten the Dial Tone detect pause. 1.
  • Page 449 ECM, except for colour fax-sending. Unless interference is a recurring problem on your telephone line, you may prefer to use it only when needed. To improve compatibility with most VoIP services, Brother recommends changing the compatibility setting to [Basic(for VoIP)].

  • Page 450: Other Problems

    Scanning Difficulties Difficulties Suggestions TWAIN or WIA errors appear Make sure the Brother TWAIN or WIA driver is selected as the primary source in when starting to scan. ™ ™ your scanning application. For example, in Nuance...
  • Page 451 See Related Information: Print Borderless Photos from Media. See Related Information: Print Photos with Auto Cropping. Software Difficulties Difficulties Suggestions Cannot print. Uninstall and reinstall the Brother driver. “Device Busy” appears on the Make sure the machine's display shows no error messages. computer screen. Related Information •...

  • Page 452: Network Problems

    Where Can I Find My Brother Machine's Network Settings? • I Cannot Complete the Wireless Network Setup Configuration • My Brother Machine Cannot Print, Scan, or PC-FAX Receive over the Network • I Want to Check that My Network Devices are Working Correctly •...
  • Page 453 ® Network Connection Repair Tool (Windows ® Use the Network Connection Repair Tool (Windows Use the Network Connection Repair Tool to fix the Brother machine's network settings. It will assign the correct IP address and Subnet Mask. ® ® ®...
  • Page 454 If You Are Having Difficulty with Your Machine > Network Problems > Where Can I Find My Brother Machine's Network Settings? Where Can I Find My Brother Machine's Network Settings? • Change Machine Settings from Your Computer • Print the Network Configuration Report...
  • Page 455 Wi-Fi Direct), try the one-push configuration using WPS (recommended) and set the Brother machine as a G/O. Your Brother machine is Move your Brother machine within about 3.3 feet (1 metre) of the Wi-Fi Direct placed too far from your mobile device when you configure the Wi-Fi Direct network settings.
  • Page 456 Cause Action Interface If you have checked and • Turn your Brother machine off and back on. Then try to configure Wi-Fi Direct tried all of the above, but still the Wi-Fi Direct settings again. cannot complete the Wi-Fi •...
  • Page 457 If You Are Having Difficulty with Your Machine > Network Problems > My Brother Machine Cannot Print, Scan, or PC-FAX Receive over the Network My Brother Machine Cannot Print, Scan, or PC-FAX Receive over the Network Cause Action Interface Your security software ®...
  • Page 458 Print the WLAN Report to check the error code on the printed report. Wireless not connected to the wireless network. If you have checked and tried all of the above, but your Brother machine still cannot print and scan, uninstall the Brother software and drivers and reinstall them. Related Information •...
  • Page 459 (For wired networks) A network cable is securely connected to the Brother machine and to the router or hub. Check that you can Ping the Brother machine from your computer using the IP address or Wired/Wireless "ping" the Brother ®...
  • Page 460 Check that My Network Devices are Working Correctly > Check Network Devices Using the Ping Command Check Network Devices Using the Ping Command Check the IP addresses of both your computer and your Brother machine, and then confirm whether the network is operating correctly. ®...
  • Page 461 • My Brother Machine Cannot Print, Scan, or PC-FAX Receive over the Network...

  • Page 462: Check The Machine Information

    Troubleshooting > Check the Machine Information Check the Machine Information Follow these instructions to check your Brother machine's serial number, firmware version and firmware update. 1. Press [Settings] > [All Settings] > [Machine Info.]. 2. Press one of the following options:...

  • Page 463: Reset Your Brother Machine

    Home > Troubleshooting > Reset Your Brother Machine Reset Your Brother Machine 1. Press [Settings] > [All Settings] > [Initial Setup] > [Reset]. 2. Press the reset option you want to use. 3. Press [Yes] to confirm. 4. Press [Yes] for two seconds to reboot the machine.

  • Page 464: Reset Functions

    4. [All Settings] Use the Settings Reset function to reset all machine's settings to the settings originally set at the factory. Brother strongly recommends you perform this operation when you dispose of the machine. (MFC-J985DW) Unplug the interface cable before you select [Network] or [All Settings].

  • Page 465: Routine Maintenance

    Home > Routine Maintenance Routine Maintenance • Replace the Ink Cartridges • Clean Your Brother Machine • Check Your Brother Machine • Correct the Paper Feed to Clear Vertical Lines • Pack and Ship Your Brother Machine...

  • Page 466: Replace The Ink Cartridges

    Replace the Ink Cartridges Your Brother machine is equipped with an ink dot counter. The ink dot counter automatically monitors the level of ink in each of the four cartridges. When the machine detects an ink cartridge is running out of ink, the machine will display a message.
  • Page 467 3. Open the new ink cartridge bag for the colour indicated on the LCD, and take out the ink cartridge. 4. Turn the green release lever on the orange protective packing (1) counterclockwise until it clicks to release the vacuum seal. Then remove the orange protective packing as shown. IMPORTANT •...
  • Page 468 DO NOT dismantle or tamper with the ink cartridge; this can cause the ink to leak out of the cartridge. Related Information • Routine Maintenance • Error and Maintenance Messages • Paper Handling and Printing Problems • Pack and Ship Your Brother Machine...

  • Page 469: Clean Your Brother Machine

    > Clean Your Brother Machine Clean Your Brother Machine • Clean the Scanner • Clean the Print Head from Your Brother Machine • ® Clean the Print Head from Your Computer (Windows • Clean the Print Head from Your Computer (Macintosh) •...

  • Page 470: Clean The Scanner

    Home > Routine Maintenance > Clean Your Brother Machine > Clean the Scanner Clean the Scanner 1. Unplug the machine from the electrical socket. 2. Lift the document cover (1). Clean the scanner glass (2) and the white plastic (3) with a soft lint-free cloth moistened with a non‑flammable glass cleaner.
  • Page 471 Related Information • Clean Your Brother Machine • Telephone and Fax problems • Other Problems...

  • Page 472: Clean The Print Head From Your Brother Machine

    The machine cleans the print head. • If you clean the print head and the print has not improved, try installing a new Genuine Brother Brand replacement ink cartridge for each problem colour. Try cleaning the print head again. If the print has not improved, contact Brother customer service or your local Brother dealer.

  • Page 473: Clean The Print Head From Your Computer (Windows ® )

    Click Control Panel on the Start screen. In the Hardware group, click View devices and printers. 2. Right-click the Brother MFC-XXXX Printer icon (where XXXX is your model name), and then select Printing preferences. If printer driver options appear, select your printer driver.
  • Page 474 • Paper Handling and Printing Problems • Clean the Print Head from Your Brother Machine...

  • Page 475: Clean The Print Head From Your Computer (Macintosh)

    8. Select the Normal, Strong, or Strongest option for the cleaning strength, and then click Next. 9. Click Start. The machine starts cleaning. Related Information • Clean Your Brother Machine • Paper Handling and Printing Problems • Clean the Print Head from Your Brother Machine...

  • Page 476: Clean The Machine's Lcd

    Home > Routine Maintenance > Clean Your Brother Machine > Clean the Machine's LCD Clean the Machine's LCD IMPORTANT DO NOT use liquid cleaners (including ethanol). 1. Press and hold down to turn off the machine. The LCD displays [Shutting Down] for a few seconds before the power goes off.

  • Page 477: Clean The Outside Of The Machine

    Home > Routine Maintenance > Clean Your Brother Machine > Clean the Outside of the Machine Clean the Outside of the Machine IMPORTANT • Use neutral detergents. Cleaning with volatile liquids such as thinner or benzine will damage the outside surface of the machine.
  • Page 478 Related Information • Clean Your Brother Machine...

  • Page 479: Clean The Machine's Printer Platen

    Home > Routine Maintenance > Clean Your Brother Machine > Clean the Machine's Printer Platen Clean the Machine's Printer Platen WARNING Be sure to unplug the machine from the electrical socket before cleaning the printer platen to avoid an electrical shock.

  • Page 480: Clean The Paper Feed Rollers

    Home > Routine Maintenance > Clean Your Brother Machine > Clean the Paper Feed Rollers Clean the Paper Feed Rollers If the paper feed rollers are stained with ink or have a buildup of paper dust, it may cause paper feed problems.
  • Page 481 Related Information • Clean Your Brother Machine • Paper Handling and Printing Problems...

  • Page 482: Clean The Paper Pick-Up Rollers

    Home > Routine Maintenance > Clean Your Brother Machine > Clean the Paper Pick-up Rollers Clean the Paper Pick-up Rollers Cleaning the paper pick-up rollers periodically may prevent paper jams by ensuring that paper feeds properly. 1. Unplug the machine from the electrical socket.

  • Page 483: Check Your Brother Machine

    Routine Maintenance > Check Your Brother Machine Check Your Brother Machine • Check the Print Quality • Check the Print Alignment from Your Brother Machine • Check the Ink Volume • ® Monitor Machine Status from Your Computer (Windows •...

  • Page 484: Check The Print Quality

    The machine prints the Print Quality Check Sheet again. Check the quality of the four colour blocks on the sheet again. If you clean the print head and the print has not improved, try installing a new Genuine Brother Brand replacement ink cartridge for each problem colour. Try cleaning the print head again. If the print has not improved, contact Brother customer service or your local Brother dealer.
  • Page 485 When a print head nozzle is clogged, the printed sample looks like this. After the print head nozzle is cleaned, the horizontal lines are gone. MFC-J985DW 1. Press [Ink] > [Improve Print Quality] > [Check Print Quality]. You can also press [Settings] >...
  • Page 486 If you clean the print head and the print has not improved, try installing a new Genuine Brother Brand replacement ink cartridge for each problem colour. Try cleaning the print head again. If the print has not improved, contact Brother customer service or your local Brother dealer.

  • Page 487: Check The Print Alignment From Your Brother Machine

    Check Your Brother Machine > Check the Print Alignment from Your Brother Machine Check the Print Alignment from Your Brother Machine If your printed text becomes blurred or images become faded after transporting the machine, adjust the print alignment. 1. Press [Ink] >...

  • Page 488: Check The Ink Volume

    Home > Routine Maintenance > Check Your Brother Machine > Check the Ink Volume Check the Ink Volume Although an ink volume icon appears on the machine's LCD, you can use the ink menu to see a large graph showing the ink left in each cartridge.

  • Page 489: Monitor Machine Status From Your Computer (Windows ® )

    Windows 8 and Windows Launch (Brother Utilities), and then click the drop-down list and select your model name (if not already selected). Click Tools in the left navigation bar, and then click Status Monitor. Troubleshooting Click the Troubleshooting button to access the troubleshooting website.
  • Page 490 ® • Turn Off the Show Status Monitor Feature (Windows ® • Turn Off the Status Monitor (Windows ® • Cancel a Print Job (Windows • Check the Ink Volume...
  • Page 491 > Status Monitor Indicators and What They Mean (Windows ® Status Monitor Indicators and What They Mean (Windows When you start up your computer, the Brother Status Monitor icon appears on the task tray. • A green icon indicates the normal stand-by condition.
  • Page 492 The default setting is Only when printing from this PC. To turn it off, follow these steps: 1. Right-click the (Brother Status Monitor) icon or window, select the Status Monitor Settings option, and then click Options. The Options window appears.
  • Page 493 Computer (Windows > Turn Off the Status Monitor (Windows ® Turn Off the Status Monitor (Windows 1. Right-click the (Brother Status Monitor) icon or window, and then select Exit. 2. Click OK. Related Information ® • Monitor Machine Status from Your Computer (Windows...

  • Page 494: Monitor Machine Status From Your Computer (Macintosh)

    Computer (Macintosh) Monitor Machine Status from Your Computer (Macintosh) Brother's Status Monitor utility program is a configurable software tool for monitoring the status of a device and notifying you immediately in the event of an error. 1. Select System Preferences from the Apple Menu.
  • Page 495 Error icons Icon Description The ink level is low. The ink cartridge is at the end of its life. There is a problem with the ink cartridge. Related Information • Check Your Brother Machine...

  • Page 496: Correct The Paper Feed To Clear Vertical Lines

    Home > Routine Maintenance > Correct the Paper Feed to Clear Vertical Lines Correct the Paper Feed to Clear Vertical Lines Adjust the paper feed to reduce vertical lines. (This feature is available only for Plain paper.) 1. Press [Ink] > [Improve Print Quality] > [Correct Paper Feed]. You can also press [Settings] >...

  • Page 497: Pack And Ship Your Brother Machine

    Home > Routine Maintenance > Pack and Ship Your Brother Machine Pack and Ship Your Brother Machine • When you transport the machine, use the packing materials that came with your machine. If you do not pack the machine correctly, any damage that may occur in transit may not be covered by your warranty.
  • Page 498 • If you are not able to find the orange protective part, ship the machine without it. DO NOT leave the ink cartridges in the machine during shipping. 8. Wrap the machine in the bag. 9. Pack the machine and the printed materials in the original carton with the original packing material as shown below.

  • Page 499: Machine Settings

    Home > Machine Settings Machine Settings Customise settings and features, create shortcuts, and work with options displayed on the machine's LCD to make your Brother machine a more efficient work tool. • Change Machine Settings from the Control Panel •...

  • Page 500: Change Machine Settings From The Control Panel

    Home > Machine Settings > Change Machine Settings from the Control Panel Change Machine Settings from the Control Panel • In the Event of Power Failure (Memory Storage) • General Settings • Save Your Favourite Settings as a Shortcut • Print Reports •...

  • Page 501: In The Event Of Power Failure (Memory Storage)

    Change Machine Settings from the Control Panel > In the Event of Power Failure (Memory Storage) In the Event of Power Failure (Memory Storage) DCP-J785DW • Your menu settings are stored permanently and will not be lost. • Temporary settings will be lost.

  • Page 502: General Settings

    Home > Machine Settings > Change Machine Settings from the Control Panel > General Settings General Settings • Adjust the Machine Volume • Change for Daylight Saving Time Automatically • Set Sleep Mode Countdown • Set the Machine to Power Off Automatically •...
  • Page 503 Home > Machine Settings > Change Machine Settings from the Control Panel > General Settings > Adjust the Machine Volume Adjust the Machine Volume 1. Do one of the following: • For MFC models: Press [Settings] > [All Settings] > [General Setup] > [Volume]. •...
  • Page 504 Home > Machine Settings > Change Machine Settings from the Control Panel > General Settings > Change for Daylight Saving Time Automatically Change for Daylight Saving Time Automatically Related Models: MFC-J985DW You can program the machine to change automatically for Daylight Saving Time. It will reset itself forward one hour in the spring, and backward one hour in the autumn.
  • Page 505 Home > Machine Settings > Change Machine Settings from the Control Panel > General Settings > Set Sleep Mode Countdown Set Sleep Mode Countdown The Sleep Mode (or Power Save Mode) setting can reduce power consumption. When the machine is in Sleep Mode, it acts as though it is turned off.
  • Page 506 Home > Machine Settings > Change Machine Settings from the Control Panel > General Settings > Set the Machine to Power Off Automatically Set the Machine to Power Off Automatically The Auto Power Off feature can save power consumption. Set the amount of time that the machine will be in Sleep Mode before it automatically powers off.
  • Page 507 Home > Machine Settings > Change Machine Settings from the Control Panel > General Settings > Set the Date & Time Set the Date & Time (MFC models) The LCD displays the date and time. If they are not current, re-enter them. You can add the date and time to each fax you send by setting your Station ID.
  • Page 508 Home > Machine Settings > Change Machine Settings from the Control Panel > General Settings > Adjust the LCD Backlight Brightness Adjust the LCD Backlight Brightness If you are having difficulty reading the LCD, try changing the brightness setting. 1. Press [Settings] >...
  • Page 509 Home > Machine Settings > Change Machine Settings from the Control Panel > General Settings > Change How Long the LCD Backlight Stays On Change How Long the LCD Backlight Stays On You can set how long the LCD backlight stays on after the last finger press. 1.

  • Page 510: Set Your Station Id

    To enter a space, press [Space]. 6. Press Related Information • General Settings • Transfer Faxes to Another Fax Machine • Transfer the Fax Journal Report to Another Fax Machine • Enter Text on Your Brother Machine • Set the Date & Time...

  • Page 511: Set Tone Or Pulse Dialling Mode

    Set Tone or Pulse Dialling Mode Related Models: MFC-J985DW Your Brother machine is set for a Tone dialling service. If you have a Pulse dialling (rotary) service, you must change the dialling mode. This feature is not available in some countries.
  • Page 512 Home > Machine Settings > Change Machine Settings from the Control Panel > General Settings > Reduce Printing Noise Reduce Printing Noise The Quiet Mode setting can reduce printing noise. When Quiet Mode is turned on, the print speed becomes slower.
  • Page 513 Home > Machine Settings > Change Machine Settings from the Control Panel > General Settings > Change the Language Displayed on the LCD Change the Language Displayed on the LCD Change the LCD language if needed. This feature is not available in some countries. 1.
  • Page 514 Home > Machine Settings > Change Machine Settings from the Control Panel > General Settings > Change the Keyboard Setting Change the Keyboard Setting You can choose the type of keyboard for the LCD. 1. Press [Settings] > [All Settings] > [General Setup] > [Keyboard Settings]. 2.

  • Page 515: Save Your Favourite Settings As A Shortcut

    Home > Machine Settings > Change Machine Settings from the Control Panel > Save Your Favourite Settings as a Shortcut Save Your Favourite Settings as a Shortcut • Add Shortcuts • Change or Delete Shortcuts...
  • Page 516 Home > Machine Settings > Change Machine Settings from the Control Panel > Save Your Favourite Settings as a Shortcut > Add Shortcuts Add Shortcuts You can add the fax, copy, scan and Web Connect settings you use most frequently by saving them as your Shortcuts.
  • Page 517 9. To edit the name, hold down to delete the current name, and then enter a new name using the Touchscreen. Press [OK]. 10. Press [OK] to confirm. Related Information • Save Your Favourite Settings as a Shortcut • Enter Text on Your Brother Machine...

  • Page 518: Print Reports

    Home > Machine Settings > Change Machine Settings from the Control Panel > Print Reports Print Reports • Reports • Print a Report • Fax Reports • Telephone and Fax problems...
  • Page 519 Home > Machine Settings > Change Machine Settings from the Control Panel > Print Reports > Reports Reports The following reports are available: Transmission Verify (MFC models) The Transmission Verify prints a Transmission Verification Report for your last transmission. Address Book (MFC models) The Address Book report prints an alphabetical list of names and numbers stored in the Address Book memory.

  • Page 520: Print A Report

    Home > Machine Settings > Change Machine Settings from the Control Panel > Print Reports > Print a Report Print a Report 1. Press [Settings] > [All Settings] > [Print Reports]. 2. Press a or b to display the report you want to print, and then press it. 3.

  • Page 521: Settings And Features Tables

    Home > Machine Settings > Change Machine Settings from the Control Panel > Settings and Features Tables Settings and Features Tables • Settings Tables (2.7"(67.5 mm) Touchpanel models) • Features Tables (2.7"(67.5 mm) Touchpanel models)
  • Page 522 Check your ink cartridge numbers. Model Wi-Fi TCP/IP Set TCP/IP protocol. WLAN Assistant Configure your wireless network settings using the Brother CD-ROM. Setup Wizard Configure your internal print server manually. WPS/AOSS Configure your wireless network settings using the one-button push method.
  • Page 523 Level 1 Level 2 Descriptions Maintenance Print Head Clean the print head according to the on-screen instructions. Cleaning Ink Volume Check the available ink volume. Ink Cartridge Check your ink cartridge numbers. Model Paper Type Set the type of paper in the paper tray. Paper Size Set the size of paper in the paper tray.
  • Page 524 APIPA Set the machine to allocate the IP address from the link-local address range automatically. IPv6 Turn the IPv6 protocol on or off. To use the IPv6 protocol, go to the Brother Solutions Center at support.brother.com for more information. Ethernet Select the Ethernet link mode.
  • Page 525 IPv6 Turn the IPv6 protocol on or off for a wireless LAN. To use the IPv6 protocol, go to the Brother Solutions Center at support.brother.com for more information. WLAN Assistant Configure your wireless network settings using the Brother CD-ROM.
  • Page 526 Password Network I/F Select the network connection type. (MFC-J985DW) WLAN Enable Turn wireless network connection On or Off. (DCP-J785DW) Network Reset Restore all network settings back to the factory settings. [Settings] > [All Settings] > [Print Reports] Level 1 Descriptions XMIT Verify Print a Transmission Verification Report for your last transmission.
  • Page 527 Level 1 Level 2 Descriptions Date & Time Set the date and time on your machine. Auto Daylight Set the machine to change automatically for Daylight Saving Time. (MFC models) Station ID Enter your name and fax number to appear on each page you fax.
  • Page 528 Home > Machine Settings > Change Machine Settings from the Control Panel > Settings and Features Tables > Features Tables (2.7"(67.5 mm) Touchpanel models) Features Tables (2.7"(67.5 mm) Touchpanel models) [Fax] (When [Fax Preview] is [Off]) (MFC models) Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Descriptions...
  • Page 529 Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Descriptions Options Factory Reset Restore all settings back to the factory settings. Save as Save the current settings as a shortcut. Shortcut [Fax] (When [Fax Preview] is [On]) Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Descriptions Sending...
  • Page 530 Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Descriptions Sending Options Address Book Search within the Address Book. Faxes (Search:) Edit Store Address Book numbers, set up Group numbers for Broadcasting, and change and delete Address Book numbers. Set New Default - Save your settings as the default.
  • Page 531 Select various copy settings such as Ink Save Mode or (MFC-J985DW) Watermark Copy. Advanced Settings Change the amount of background colour that is removed. (DCP-J785DW) Set New Default Save your settings as the default. Factory Reset Restore all settings back to the factory settings.
  • Page 532 [Web] Level 1 Descriptions ® Connect the Brother machine to an Internet service. OneNote Web services may have been added and service names may have been changed by the ® OneDrive provider since this document was published.
  • Page 533 USB flash drive without using a computer. to E-mail Send a scanned document as an email attachment. ® Connect the Brother machine to an Internet OneNote service. ® OneDrive Web services may have been added and service names may have been changed by the provider since this document was published.
  • Page 534 Configure your internal print server manually. WPS/AOSS Configure your wireless network settings using the one-button push method. WLAN Assistant Configure your wireless network settings using the Brother CD-ROM. When you have put the memory card or USB Flash drive in the correct slot Level 1...

  • Page 535: Change Machine Settings From Your Computer

    Home > Machine Settings > Change Machine Settings from Your Computer Change Machine Settings from Your Computer • Change the Machine Settings Using Remote Setup • Where Can I Find My Brother Machine's Network Settings? • Network Management Software and Utilities...

  • Page 536: Change The Machine Settings Using Remote Setup

    The Remote Setup program lets you configure many of your Brother machine's machine settings from your computer. When you start Remote Setup, the settings on your Brother machine will be downloaded to your computer and displayed on your screen. If you change the settings on your computer, you can upload them directly to the machine.
  • Page 537 Using Remote Setup > Remote Setup (Windows ® Remote Setup (Windows • ® Set Up the Brother Machine from Your Computer (Windows • ® Set Up the Brother Machine Using ControlCenter4 (Windows • ® Set Up Your Brother Address Book Using ControlCenter4 (Windows...
  • Page 538 Windows 8/Windows Launch (Brother Utilities), and then click the drop-down list and select your model name (if not already selected). Click Tools in the left navigation bar, and then click Remote Setup. The Remote Setup Program window appears. When your machine is connected via a Network, type the password if required.
  • Page 539 Export Click to save the current configuration settings to a file. Click Export to save your address book or all settings for your machine. Import Click to read the settings from a file. Print Click to print the selected items on the machine. You cannot print the data until it is uploaded to the machine.
  • Page 540 137 and 161. ® • If you are using Windows Firewall and you installed the Brother software and drivers from the CD-ROM, the necessary firewall settings have already been set. Related Information ®...
  • Page 541 Change Machine Settings from Your Computer > Change the Machine Settings ® Using Remote Setup > Remote Setup (Windows > Set Up the Brother Machine Using ControlCenter4 ® (Windows ® Set Up the Brother Machine Using ControlCenter4 (Windows Related Models: MFC-J985DW 1. Click the (ControlCenter4) icon in the task tray, and then click Open.
  • Page 542 137 and 161. ® • If you are using Windows Firewall and you installed the Brother software and drivers from the CD-ROM, the necessary firewall settings have already been set. Related Information ®...
  • Page 543 > Set Up Your Brother Address Book Using ® ControlCenter4 (Windows ® Set Up Your Brother Address Book Using ControlCenter4 (Windows Related Models: MFC-J985DW Use Remote Setup through CC4 to add or change Address Book numbers on your computer. 1. Click the (ControlCenter4) icon in the task tray, and then click Open.
  • Page 544 Change Machine Settings from Your Computer > Change the Machine Settings Using Remote Setup > Remote Setup (Macintosh) Remote Setup (Macintosh) • Set Up the Brother Machine Using ControlCenter2 (Macintosh) • Set Up Your Brother Address Book Using ControlCenter2 (Macintosh)
  • Page 545 (Macintosh) Set Up the Brother Machine Using ControlCenter2 (Macintosh) Related Models: MFC-J985DW 1. In the Finder menu bar, click Go > Applications > Brother, and then double-click the (ControlCenter) icon. The ControlCenter2 screen appears. 2. Click the DEVICE SETTINGS tab.
  • Page 546 4. Configure the settings as needed. Export Click to save the current configuration settings to a file. Click Export to save your address book or all settings for your machine. Import Click to read the settings from a file. Print Click to print the selected items on the machine.
  • Page 547 Related Models: MFC-J985DW Use Remote Setup through ControlCenter2 to add or change Address Book numbers on your computer. 1. In the Finder menu bar, click Go > Applications > Brother, and then double-click the (ControlCenter) icon. The ControlCenter2 screen appears.

  • Page 548: Appendix

    Home > Appendix Appendix • Specifications • Enter Text on Your Brother Machine • Supply Specifications • Information Regarding Recycled Paper...

  • Page 549: Specifications

    : Approx. 0.2 W Dimensions 227 mm 172 mm 420 mm 341 mm 583 mm Weights • DCP-J785DW 8.4 kg • MFC-J985DW 8.5 kg Noise Level Sound Pressure Operating 50 dB (A) (Approx.) LWAd =6.04 B(A) (Mono) Sound Power Copying LWAd =6.00 B(A) (Colour)

  • Page 550: Print Media Specifications

    When using ADF, single-sided printing, resolution: standard / document: ISO/IEC 24712 printed pattern. Measured according to IEC 62301 Edition 2.0. Even when the machine is turned off, it will automatically turn itself on periodically for print head maintenance, and then turn itself off. Noise depends on printing conditions.

  • Page 551: Copy Specifications

    (Single-sided document) Scanner Glass: 204 mm (A4) Printing Width 204 mm (A4) Greyscale Monochrome: 8 bit (256 levels) Colour: 24 bit (8 bit per colour/256 levels) Resolution 203 dpi (Horizontal) Resolution Standard: (Vertical) 98 dpi (Mono) 196 dpi (Colour) Fine: 196 dpi (Mono) 196 dpi (Colour) Superfine:...

  • Page 552: Scanner Specifications

    SDHC Memory Card (4 GB - 32 GB) miniSDHC with Adapter (4 GB - 32 GB) microSDHC with Adapter (4 GB - 32 GB) SDXC Memory Card (48 GB - 256 GB) USB Flash drive Resolution Up to 1200 x 6000 dpi File Extension Media DPOF (ver.

  • Page 553: Printer Specifications

    WPA-PSK (TKIP/AES), WPA2- PSK (AES) Wireless Setup Support Utility ™ AOSS Brother BRAdmin Light is available as a download from Brother Solutions Center. Go to your model's Downloads page on the Brother Solutions Center at support.brother.com to download the software.
  • Page 554 Computer Requirements Specifications Supported Operating Systems And Software Functions Computer Platform PC Interface Processor Hard Disk Space to install & Operating System 10/100 Base-TX Wireless For Drivers Version Applications 802.11b/ (Ethernet) (Including Drivers) Wind ® Printing 32 bit (x86) or 150 MB 1 GB Windows...
  • Page 555 Removable Disk (USB or Memory Card) Network Media Access (LAN) Third-party USB ports are not supported. MFC-J985DW only For WIA, 1200 x 1200 resolution. Brother Scanner Utility enables enhancing up to 19200 x 19200 dpi. ™ ™ ® ®...

  • Page 556: Enter Text On Your Brother Machine

    The characters that are available may differ depending on your country. • For Touchscreen models, the keyboard layout may differ depending on the function you are setting. When you need to enter text on your Brother machine, a keyboard will appear on the Touchscreen. • Press to cycle between letters, numbers and special characters.

  • Page 557: Supply Specifications

    For more information about replacement supplies, visit www.brother.com/pageyield What is Innobella is a range of genuine supplies offered by Brother. The name "Innobella" derives from Innobella? the words "Innovation" and "Bella" (meaning "Beautiful" in Italian) and is a representation of the "innovative"...

  • Page 558: Information Regarding Recycled Paper

    Home > Appendix > Information Regarding Recycled Paper Information Regarding Recycled Paper • Recycled paper is of the same quality of paper made from original forest sources. Standards governing modern recycled paper ensure that it meets the highest quality requirements for different printing processes. The imaging equipment supplied by the VA signatories is suitable for using with recycled paper meeting the EN 12281:2002 standard.

  • Page 559: Glossary

    Home > Glossary Glossary This is a comprehensive list of features and terms that appear in Brother manuals. Availability of these features depends on the model you purchased. A B C D E F G I J L M N O P R S T U V W X •...
  • Page 560 Home > Glossary • Broadcasting • BT Call Sign • Caller ID • Channels • CNG Tones • Coding Method • Colour Enhancement • Communication Error (or Comm. Error) • Compatibility Group • Contrast • Custom Raw Port • Delayed Fax •...
  • Page 561 Home > Glossary • F/T Ring Time • Fax Detect • Fax Forwarding • Fax Journal • Fax Storage • Fax Tones • Fax/Tel • Fine Resolution • Gateway • Grey Scale • Group Number • IEEE 802.11b/g/n • Infrastructure Mode •...
  • Page 562 Home > Glossary • • MAC Address • MAC Address Filtering • Manual Fax • mDNS • Memory Receive • NetBIOS Name Resolution • Network Configuration Report • Network Connection Repair Tool • Network Key • Network PC-FAX • Network PhotoCapture Center •...
  • Page 563 Home > Glossary • PhotoCapture Center • PictBridge • Ping • Polling • Protocols • Pulse • RARP • Real Time Transmission • Remaining Jobs • Remote Access Code • Remote Activation Code (Fax/Tel Mode Only) • Remote Deactivation Code (Fax/Tel Mode only) •...
  • Page 564 Home > Glossary • Station ID • Status Monitor • Subnet Mask • Super Fine resolution (Mono only) • Switching Hub • TAD (Telephone Answering Device) • TCP/IP • Temporary Settings • TKIP • Tone • Transmission • Transmission Verification Report •...
  • Page 565 Home > Glossary • WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK Authentication Method • • Xmit Report (Transmission Verification Report)

  • Page 566: Address Book

    (how the data is encrypted as it is sent on the network). If you do not correctly specify these options when you are configuring your Brother wireless machine, it will not...

  • Page 567: Auto Reduction

    Wireless devices are allowed to access the network without any authentication. • Shared key A secret pre-determined key is shared by all devices that will access the wireless network. The Brother wireless machine uses the WEP key as the pre-determined key. •...
  • Page 568 ® BRAdmin Light (Windows BRAdmin Light is a utility for the initial setup of Brother network-connected devices. This utility can search for Brother products on your network, view the status and configure the basic network settings, such as IP address.

  • Page 569: Colour Enhancement

    Home > Glossary CNG Tones The special tones (beeps) sent by fax machines during automatic transmission to tell the receiving machine that a fax machine is calling. Coding Method Method of coding the information contained in the document. All fax machines must use a minimum standard of Modified Huffman (MH).

  • Page 570: Dns Client

    (how the data is encrypted as it is sent on the network). If you do not correctly specify these options when you are configuring your Brother wireless machine, it will not be able to connect to the wireless network.

  • Page 571: Fax Detect

    A TAD (telephone answering device) or telephone that is connected to your machine. F/T Ring Time The length of time that the Brother machine pseudo/double-rings (when the Receive Mode setting is Fax/Tel) to notify you to pick up a voice call that it answered.

  • Page 572: Grey Scale

    The mode of operation in a wireless network, in which all devices (machines and computers) are connected via an access point/router. Innobella Innobella is a range of genuine supplies offered by Brother. For best quality results, Brother recommends Innobella ink and paper. IP Address An Internet Protocol (IP) address is a series of numbers that identifies each device connected to a network.

  • Page 573: Mac Address

    When you lift the handset of your external telephone so you can hear the receiving fax machine answer before you press Fax Start to begin transmission. mDNS Multicase DNS (mDNS) allows the Brother print server to configure itself to work in an OS X Simple Network Configuration system automatically.

  • Page 574: Network Key

    Network Connection Repair Tool The Network Connection Repair Tool is a program Brother provides to correct the driver's settings so that they match the machine's network settings. To use the Network Connection Repair Tool, ask your network administrator.

  • Page 575: Network Photocapture Center

    Home > Glossary Network PhotoCapture Center Use Brother's Network PhotoCapture Center to view, retrieve and save data from a USB flash drive or a media card inserted into the Brother machine. The software is automatically installed when you select Network ®...

  • Page 576: Real Time Transmission

    A resolution setting that uses varying shades of grey for the best representation of photographs. PhotoCapture Center Use Brother's PhotoCapture Center to view, retrieve and save data from a USB flash drive or a media card ® inserted into the Brother machine. For Windows , select the Photo tab in ControlCenter4.

  • Page 577: Remote Setup

    Home > Glossary Remote Access Code Your own four-digit code (– – –*) that allows you to call and access your machine from a remote location. Remote Activation Code (Fax/Tel Mode Only) Press this code (*51) when you answer a fax call on an extension or external telephone. Remote Deactivation Code (Fax/Tel Mode only) When the machine answers a voice call, it pseudo/double-rings.

  • Page 578: Status Monitor

    SNMP The Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) is used to manage network devices including computers, routers and Brother network-ready machines. SSID Each wireless network has its own unique network name and it is technically referred to as a Service Set Identifier (SSID).

  • Page 579: Transmission Verification Report

    Home > Glossary Switching Hub A central device (hub) that has a switching function. This hub distributes packets to the specified destinations, localizes network traffic, and can increase the communication bandwidth of the entire network. Although network devices are interconnected using a hub in 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, and other networks, the effective bandwidth will quickly become saturated due to the Ethernet communication method when the number of nodes increases.

  • Page 580: Wins Server

    WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK Authentication Method ® WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK authentication method enables a Wi-Fi Protected Access Pre-shared key (WPA-PSK/ WPA2-PSK), which enables the Brother wireless machine to associate with access points using TKIP for WPA- PSK or AES for WPA-PSK and WPA2-PSK (WPA-Personal).
  • Page 581 Home > Glossary ™ Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) is a standard that allows the setup of secured wireless networks. WPS was ® created by the Wi-Fi Alliance in 2007. Xmit Report (Transmission Verification Report) A listing for each transmission, that shows its date, time and number.
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