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  • Page 1 USER’S GUIDE DCP-9045CDN...
  • Page 2 Register your product on-line at http://www.brother.com/registration By registering your product with Brother, you will be recorded as the original owner of the product. Your registration with Brother: may serve as confirmation of the purchase date of your product should you lose your receipt;...

  • Page 3: Brother Numbers

    Register your product By registering your product with Brother International Corporation, you will be recorded as the original owner of the product. Your registration with Brother: may serve as confirmation of the purchase date of your product should you lose your receipt;...
  • Page 4 Service Center Locator (USA only) For the location of a Brother authorized service center, call 1-877-BROTHER (1-877-276-8437) Service Center Locations (Canada only) For the location of a Brother authorized service center, call 1-877-BROTHER.

  • Page 5: Ordering Accessories And Supplies

    If you cannot find the accessory you need and you have a Visa, MasterCard, Discover, or American Express credit card, you can order accessories directly from Brother. (You can visit us online for a complete selection of the Brother accessories and supplies that are available for purchase.)

  • Page 6: Usa And Canada

    LIABILITY OR OTHERWISE), WILL BE LIMITED TO $50. Compilation and Publication Notice Under the supervision of Brother Industries Ltd., this manual has been compiled and published, covering the latest product descriptions and specifications. The contents of this manual and the specifications of this product are subject to change without notice.
  • Page 7 Supply Brother or the Brother Authorized Service Center with a copy of your dated bill of sale showing that this Product was purchased within the U.S. For the name of local Brother Authorized Service Center(s), call 1-877- BROTHER www.brother-usa.com.
  • Page 8 PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED. This Limited Warranty is the only warranty that Brother is giving for this Product. It is the final expression and the exclusive and only statement of Brother’s obligations to you. It replaces all other agreements and understandings that you may have with Brother or its representatives.
  • Page 9 FAX ON-SITE WARRANTY (Canada only) For a limited on-site warranty of 1 year labour and parts from the date of purchase, Brother International Corporation (Canada) Ltd. (“Brother”), or its authorized on-site service providers, will repair or replace (at Brother’s sole discretion) this Laser Printer/MFC/Fax machine free of charge if defective in material or workmanship.

  • Page 10: Table Of Contents

    Using the documentation ...2 Symbols and conventions used in the documentation ...2 Accessing the User’s Guides ...2 Viewing documentation ... 3 Accessing Brother support (for Windows Control panel overview ...6 Status LED indications...8 Loading paper and documents Acceptable paper and other media ...10 Recommended paper ...10...
  • Page 11 Section II Copy Making copies How to copy ... 30 LCD display for Copy mode... 30 Making a single copy ... 30 Making multiple copies ... 30 Stop copying... 30 Copy options (temporary settings)... 31 Improving copy quality... 31 Enlarging or reducing the image copied ... 32 Making N in 1 copies (page layout) ...
  • Page 12 Section V Appendixes Safety and legal Choosing a location ... 50 To use the machine safely...51 Important information ...54 Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Declaration of Conformity (USA only) ...54 Industry Canada Compliance Statement (Canada only) ...55 Disconnect device ...55 LAN connection ...55 International E Laser safety ...55 FDA regulations...
  • Page 13 Menu and features On-screen programming... 149 Menu table... 149 Memory storage... 149 Menu keys ... 149 How to access the menu mode ... 150 Menu table ... 151 Entering text ... 160 Specifications General ... 162 Print media... 164 Copy ... 165 Scan ...
  • Page 15 Section I General General information Loading paper and documents General setup Security features...

  • Page 16: General Information

    General information Using the documentation Thank you for buying a Brother machine! Reading the documentation will help you make the most of your machine. Symbols and conventions used in the documentation The following symbols and conventions are used throughout the documentation.

  • Page 17: Viewing Documentation

    Viewing documentation Viewing documentation (Windows To view the documentation, from the Start menu, point to Brother, DCP-9045CDN from the program group, and then click User’s Guides in HTML format. If you have not installed the software, you can find the documentation by following the instructions below: Turn on your PC.
  • Page 18 Guide. The PDF format is recommended for printing the manuals. Double-click Brother Solutions Center icon to go to the Brother Solutions Center, where you can view or download the PDF documents. (Internet access and PDF Reader software are required.) How to find scanning instructions There are several ways you can scan documents.

  • Page 19: Accessing Brother Support (For Windows ® )

    Web support (Brother Solutions Center), Customer Service and Brother Authorized Service Centers on page i and on the Brother CD-ROM. Click Brother Support on the main menu. The following screen will appear: To access our web site (www.brother.com) click Brother Home Page.

  • Page 20: Control Panel Overview

    Chapter 1 Control panel overview 1 Print keys: Direct Lets you print data from a USB flash memory drive that you can connect directly to the machine. You can also print images directly from your PictBridge compatible camera. Secure When using Secure Function Lock, you can switch restricted users by holding down d as you press the Secure key.
  • Page 21 5 Numeric keys Use to enter information into the machine. 6 Stop/Exit Stops an operation or exits from a menu. 7 Start Color Lets you start making copies in full color. Black Lets you start making copies in black & white.

  • Page 22: Status Led Indications

    Chapter 1 Status LED indications The Status LED (light emitting diode) will flash and change color depending on the machine’s status. The LED indications shown in the table below are used in the illustrations in this chapter. Green Yellow Green Yellow Machine Status Sleep Mode...
  • Page 23 If you cannot clear the error and you see the same service call indication after turning the machine back on, please call Brother Customer Service. (See Brother numbers on page i.) The front cover or back cover is open. Close the cover.

  • Page 24: Loading Paper And Documents

    Loading paper and documents Acceptable paper and other media Recommended paper To get the best print quality, we suggest using the following paper. Paper Type Item Plain paper Xerox 4200DP 20 lb Hammermill Laser Paper (24 lb=90 g/m (Xerox Premier 80 g/m (Xerox Business 80 g/m Recycled paper (Xerox Recycled Supreme)
  • Page 25 The names for the paper trays in the printer driver and this Guide are as follows: Tray and optional unit Name Standard paper tray Tray 1 Optional lower tray Tray 2 Multi-purpose tray MP tray Paper capacity of the paper trays Paper size Paper Tray A4, Letter, Legal,...

  • Page 26: Handling And Using Special Paper

    • that is multipart or carbonless • that is designed for inkjet printing If you use any of the types of paper listed above, they may damage your machine. This damage is not covered under any Brother warranty or service agreement.
  • Page 27 Envelopes Most envelopes will be suitable for your machine. However, some envelopes will have feed and print-quality problems because of the way they have been made. A suitable envelope should have edges with straight, well-creased folds and the leading edge should not be thicker than two pieces of paper.
  • Page 28 If you use any of the types of envelopes listed above, they may damage your machine. This damage is not covered under any Brother warranty or service agreement. Occasionally you may experience paper feed problems caused by the thickness, size and flap shape of the envelopes you are using.

  • Page 29: Unprintable Area

    Labels The machine will print on most types of labels designed for use with a laser machine. Labels should have an adhesive that is acrylic-based since this material is more stable at the high temperatures in the fuser unit. Adhesives should not come in contact with any part of the machine, because the label stock may stick to the belt unit or rollers and cause jams...

  • Page 30: Unprintable Area When Printing From A Computer

    Chapter 2 Unprintable area when printing from a computer When using the default driver the printable area is smaller than the paper size, as shown below. Portrait 1 0.16 in. (4.23 mm) 2 0.16 in. (4.23 mm) Landscape 1 0.16 in. (4.23 mm) 2 0.16 in.
  • Page 31 Loading plain paper in the paper tray Unfold the output paper tray support flap (1). Pull the paper tray completely out of the machine. While pressing the green paper-guide release lever (1), slide the paper guides to fit the paper size. Make sure that the guides are firmly in the slots.
  • Page 32 Chapter 2 Loading envelopes or other media in the multi-purpose tray (MP tray) Use the MP tray when printing envelopes, labels, and thick paper. Before loading, press the corners and sides of the envelopes to make them as flat as possible.

  • Page 33: Loading Documents

    Loading documents You can make copies, and scan from the ADF (automatic document feeder) and from the scanner glass. Using the ADF (automatic document feeder) The ADF can hold up to 50 pages and feeds each sheet individually. Use standard 20 lb (80 g/m ) paper and always fan the pages before putting them in the ADF.

  • Page 34: Using The Scanner Glass

    Chapter 2 Using the scanner glass You can use the scanner glass to scan or copy the pages of a book or one page at a time. Documents can be up to 8.5 inches wide and up to 14 inches long (215.9 mm wide to 355.6 mm long).

  • Page 35: General Setup

    General setup Paper settings Paper type Set up the machine for the type of paper you are using. This will give you the best print quality. Do one of the following: To set the paper type for the MP Tray press Menu, 1, 1, 1. To set the paper type for Tray#1 press Menu, 1, 1, 2.

  • Page 36: Tray Use In Copy Mode

    Chapter 3 Tray use in copy mode You can change the priority tray that the machine will use for printing copies. When you choose Tray#1 Only, MP Only or Tray#2 Only , the machine pulls the paper only from that tray. If the selected tray is out of paper, No Paper will appear on the LCD.

  • Page 37: Volume Settings

    Volume settings Beeper volume When the beeper is on, the machine will beep when you press a key or make a mistake. You can choose a range of volume levels, from High to Off. Press Menu, 1, 3. 13.Beeper High Select ab or OK Press a or b to choose Off, Low, Med or High.

  • Page 38: Sleep Time

    Chapter 3 Sleep time Setting the sleep time reduces power consumption by turning off the fuser while the machine is idle. You can choose how long the machine must be idle (from 000 to 240 minutes) before it goes into sleep mode. When the machine receives computer data or makes a copy, the timer will be reset.

  • Page 39: Security Features

    Restricted users must select the stored name and enter a password to use the machine. Make a careful note of your password. If you forget it, please call Brother Customer Service. Note • You can set up to 25 individual users and one Public user.

  • Page 40: Setting Up Restricted Users

    Chapter 4 Setting up the Public user You can set up the Public user. Public users do not need to enter a password. Note You must disable at least one function to turn on Secure Function Lock for Public user. Press Menu, 1, 8.

  • Page 41: Switching Users

    Turning Secure Function Lock on/off If you enter the wrong password when following the instructions below, the LCD will show Wrong Password. Re-enter the correct password. Turning Secure Function Lock on Press Menu, 1, 8. 18.Function Lock Lock OffiOn Set Password Setup User Select ab or OK Press a or b to select Lock OffiOn.
  • Page 42 Chapter 4...
  • Page 43 Section II Copy Making copies...

  • Page 44: Making Copies

    Making copies How to copy LCD display for Copy mode Contrast:- Quality :Auto Enlg/Red:100% Tray :MP>T1 Press or Start Quality :Auto Enlg/Red:100% Tray :MP>T1 Bright Select & OK 1 Contrast 2 Quality 3 Copy ratio 4 Tray selection 5 Number of copies 6 Brightness Making a single copy Load your document.

  • Page 45: Copy Options (Temporary Settings)

    Copy options (temporary settings) When you want to quickly change the copy settings temporarily for the next copy, use the temporary Copy keys. You can use different combinations. You can also use the Duplex key to change the duplex (2-sided) copy settings.

  • Page 46: Enlarging Or Reducing The Image Copied

    Chapter 5 Enlarging or reducing the image copied You can choose the following enlargement or reduction ratios: Press 100%* 104% EXEiLTR 141% A5iA4 200% Custom(25-400%) 70% A4iA5 78% LGLiLTR 83% LGLiA4 85% LTRiEXE 91% Full Page 94% A4iLTR 97% LTRiA4 Custom(25-400%) allows you to enter a ratio from 25% to 400%.

  • Page 47: Making N In 1 Copies

    Making N in 1 copies (page layout) You can reduce the amount of paper used when copying by using the N in 1 copy feature. This allows you to copy two or four pages onto one page, which lets you save paper.

  • Page 48: Duplex (2-Sided) Copying

    Chapter 5 If you are copying from the scanner glass: Insert your document face down in the direction shown below: 2 in 1 (P) 2 in 1 (L) 4 in 1 (P) 4 in 1 (L) Duplex (2-sided) copying You can reduce the amount of paper used when copying by using the duplex copy feature.
  • Page 49 2 sided i 1 sided Portrait Landscape Load your document. Use the numeric keys to enter the number of copies (up to 99). Press Duplex and a or b to select 1sided i 2sided, 2sided i 2sided or 2sided i 1sided. Duplex a1sided i 2sided 2sided i 2sided...

  • Page 50: Sorting Copies Using The Adf

    Chapter 5 Press a or b to select 2sided i 1sided or 1sided i 2sided. Press OK. Duplex Advanced a2sided i 1sided b1sided i 2sided Select ab or OK Press Black Start or Color Start to scan the document. Note Duplex copy using a 2-sided legal size document is not available.

  • Page 51: Color Adjust

    Contrast Adjust the contrast to help an image look sharper and more vivid. To temporarily change the contrast setting, follow the steps below: Load your document. Use the numeric keys to enter the number of copies (up to 99). Press Contrast/Quality. Press a or b to choose Contrast.

  • Page 52: Tray Selection

    Chapter 5 Tray selection You can change the tray use only for the next copy. Load your document. Use the numeric keys to enter the number of copies (up to 99). Press Tray Select. Press a or b to choose MP>T1, T1>MP, or MP(XXX) #1(XXX) Press OK.

  • Page 53: Section Iii Walk-Up Printing

    Section III Walk-up printing Printing photos from a digital camera Printing data from a USB flash memory drive...

  • Page 54: Printing Photos From A Digital Camera

    Printing photos from a digital camera Your Brother machine supports the PictBridge standard, allowing you to connect to and print photos directly from any PictBridge compatible digital camera. If your camera is using the USB Mass Storage standard, you can also print photos from a digital camera without PictBridge.

  • Page 55: Printing Images

    To set the PictBridge settings, press a or b to choose 1.Paper Size, 2.Orientation, 3.Date & Time, 4.File Name, or 5.Print Quality. Press OK. Press a or b to choose an option for each menu setting. Press OK. Press Stop/Exit. Repeat b to c for each PictBridge setting.

  • Page 56: Dpof Printing

    Chapter 6 CAUTION To prevent damage to your machine, DO NOT connect any device other than a digital camera or USB flash memory drive to the USB direct interface. DO NOT remove the digital camera from the USB direct interface until the machine has finished printing.

  • Page 57: Understanding The Error Messages

    Understanding the error messages Once you are familiar with the types of errors that can occur while you are using the PictBridge, you can easily identify and troubleshoot any problems. Out of Memory This message will appear if you are working with images that are too large for the machine's memory.

  • Page 58: Printing Data From A Usb Flash Memory Drive

    Supported file formats Direct print supports the following file formats: PDF version 1.6 JPEG Exif + JPEG PRN (created by DCP-9045CDN driver) TIFF (scanned by all MFC or DCP Brother models) ® PostScript 3 ™ (created by the DCP-9045CDN BRScript3 printer driver) The data including JBIG2 image file, JPEG2000 image file and layered files are not supported.

  • Page 59: Printing Data Directly From The Usb Flash Memory Drive

    Printing data directly from the USB flash memory drive Connect your USB flash memory drive to the USB direct interface (1) on the front of the machine. When the machine has recognized the USB flash memory drive, the Direct LED turns blue. Press the Direct key.

  • Page 60: Understanding The Error Messages

    Chapter 7 CAUTION To prevent damage to your machine, DO NOT connect any device other than a digital camera or USB flash memory drive to the USB direct interface. DO NOT remove the USB flash memory drive from the USB direct interface until the machine has finished printing.

  • Page 61: Section Iv Software

    Section IV Software Software and network features...

  • Page 62: Software And Network Features

    If you have not installed the software, see Viewing documentation ® (Windows ) on page 3. From the Start menu, point to Brother, DCP-9045CDN from the programs group, then click User’s Guides in HTML format. Click on the manual you want (SOFTWARE USER’S GUIDE, NETWORK USER’S...
  • Page 63 Section V Appendixes Safety and legal Option Troubleshooting and routine maintenance Menu and features Specifications Glossary...

  • Page 64: Safety And Legal

    DO NOT connect your machine to an AC power outlet controlled by wall switches or automatic timers. Disruption of power can wipe out information in the machine’s memory. Avoid interference sources, such as speakers or the base units of non-Brother cordless phones. DO NOT put objects on top of the machine.

  • Page 65: To Use The Machine Safely

    To use the machine safely Please keep these instructions for later reference and read them before attempting any maintenance. WARNING There are high voltage electrodes inside the machine. Before you clean the inside of the machine, make sure you have unplugged the power cord from the AC power outlet.
  • Page 66 To prevent injuries, be careful not to put your fingers in the area shown in the illustration. DO NOT use a vacuum cleaner to clean up scattered toner. Doing this might cause the toner dust to ignite inside the vacuum cleaner, potentially starting a fire. Please carefully clean the toner dust with a dry, lint-free cloth and dispose of it according to local regulations.
  • Page 67 WARNING IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using your equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to people, including the following: 1 DO NOT use this product near water, for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, washing machine, or in a wet basement or near a swimming pool.

  • Page 68: Important Information

    Call the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Important Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Brother Industries, Ltd. could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Important—about the interface cable A shielded interface cable should be used to ensure compliance with the limits for a Class B digital device.

  • Page 69: Industry Canada Compliance Statement (Canada Only)

    International E NERGY The purpose of the International E popularization of energy-efficient office equipment. ® As an E Partner, Brother Industries, Ltd. has determined that this product meets the NERGY ® guidelines for energy efficiency. NERGY Laser safety This equipment is certified as a Class 1 laser product as a defined in IEC 60825-1+A2:2001 specifications under the U.S.

  • Page 70: Fda Regulations

    United States. Manufactured: BROTHER TECHNOLOGY (SHENZHEN) LTD. NO6 Gold Garden Ind., Nanling Buji, Longgang, Shenzhen, China. This product complies with FDA performance standards for laser products except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice No.
  • Page 71 Brother Authorized Service Center, please call In USA: 1-877-BROTHER (1-877-276-8437) In Canada: 1-877-BROTHER 15 Unplug this product from the AC power outlet and refer all servicing to Brother Authorized Service Personnel under the following conditions: When the power cord is damaged or frayed.

  • Page 72: Legal Limitations For Copying

    Legal limitations for copying Color reproductions of certain documents are illegal and many result in either criminal or civil liability. This memorandum is intended to be a guide rather than a complete listing of every possible prohibition. In case of doubt, we suggest that you check with counsel as to any particular questionable documents.

  • Page 73: Trademarks

    Safety and legal Trademarks The Brother logo is a registered trademark of Brother Industries, Ltd. Brother is a registered trademark of Brother Industries, Ltd. Multi-Function Link is a registered trademark of Brother International Corporation. Microsoft, Windows and Windows Server are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S.

  • Page 74: B Option

    Option Option This machine has the following optional accessory. You can increase the capabilities of the machine with this item. Lower tray unit LT-100CL DIMM memory...

  • Page 75: Optional Paper Tray

    Optional paper tray Order Number: LT-100CL An optional lower tray can be installed, and it can hold up to 500 sheets of 20 lb (80 g/m paper. When an optional tray is installed, the machine can hold up to 800 sheets of plain paper.

  • Page 76: Memory Board

    ® For Windows users: Go to Start > Control Panel > Printers and Faxes. Right-click on your printer icon and choose Properties. Choose the Accessories tab and click Auto Detect. When the optional lower tray and paper size have been detected click Apply.

  • Page 77: Installing Extra Memory

    Note • There might be some SO-DIMMs that will not work with the machine. • For more information, call Brother Customer Service. Installing extra memory Turn off the machine’s power switch. Disconnect the interface cable from the machine, and then unplug the power cord from the AC power outlet.

  • Page 78: C Troubleshooting And Routine Maintenance

    If you think there is a problem, check the chart below and follow the troubleshooting tips. You can solve most problems by yourself. If you need additional help, the Brother Solutions Center offers the latest FAQs and troubleshooting tips. Visit us at http://solutions.brother.com.

  • Page 79: Printing Difficulties

    (For Windows 2000) Click the Start button and select Settings and then Printers. Right-click Brother DCP-9045CDN Printer. Make sure that Use Printer Offline is unchecked. Pull out the paper tray and wait until the machine stops printing. Then turn off the machine’s power switch and disconnect from the power for several...

  • Page 80: Scanning Difficulties

    Which paper can I use? There is a paper jam. Suggestions Make sure that the Brother TWAIN driver is chosen as the primary source. In PaperPort ™ 11SE, click File, Scan or Get Photo and choose the Brother TWAIN driver.

  • Page 81: Print Quality Difficulties

    Print quality difficulties Difficulties Suggestions Printed pages are curled. Printed pages are smeared. The Paper Type setting may be incorrect for the type of print media you are using, or the print media may be too thick or have a rough surface. (See Acceptable paper and other media on page 10 and Basic tab in the Software User’s Guide on the CD-ROM.) Printouts are too light.
  • Page 82 Settings. Click the Add button. To add port 54925 for network scanning, enter the information below: 1. In Description of service: Enter any description, for example “Brother Scanner”. 2. In Name or IP address (for example 192.168.0.12) of the computer hosting this service on your network: Enter “Localhost”.
  • Page 83 Click the Add port... button. To add port 54925 for network scanning, enter the information below: 1. In Name: Enter any description, for example “Brother Scanner”. 2. In Port number: Enter “54925”. 3. Make sure UDP is selected. Then click OK.

  • Page 84: Improving The Print Quality

    Improving the print quality If you have a print quality problem, print a test page first (Menu, 3, 2, 3). If the printout looks good, the problem is probably not the machine. Check the interface cable or try the machine on another computer.
  • Page 85 The drum unit may be damaged. Put in a new drum unit. (See Replacing the drum unit on page 122.) The fuser unit may have a smudge mark. Call Brother Customer Service at 1-877-BROTHER (1-877-276-8437) (in USA) or BROTHER (in Canada).
  • Page 86 Examples of poor print quality Colored spots at 2.95 in. (75 mm) ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ. 0123456789. abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz. ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ. 0123456789. abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz. ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ. 0123456789. abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz. ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ. 0123456789. abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz. 75 mm / 2.95 in. 75 mm / 2.95 in. Toner scatter or toner stain ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ. 0123456789. abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz. ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ.
  • Page 87 Examples of poor print Recommendation quality Ghost The color of your printouts are not what you expected. All one color Uneven density appears periodically across the page ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ. 0123456789. abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz. ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ. 0123456789. abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz. ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ. 0123456789. abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz. ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ. 0123456789. abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz. Troubleshooting and routine maintenance Make sure that you use paper that meets our specifications.
  • Page 88 Examples of poor print quality Color misregistration ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ. 0123456789. abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz. ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ. 0123456789. abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz. ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ. 0123456789. abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz. ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ. 0123456789. abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz. Recommendation Make sure that the drum unit is installed properly. (See Replacing the drum unit on page 122.) Make sure that the belt unit is installed properly. (See Replacing the belt unit on page 128.) Make sure that the waste toner box is installed properly.
  • Page 89 Make sure that the drum unit is installed properly. (See Replacing the drum unit on page 122.) Make sure that the fuser unit is installed properly. Replace the fuser unit. Call Brother Customer Service. Change to the recommended type of paper. (See Recommended paper on page 10.)
  • Page 90 Make sure that the release lever of the fuser unit is in the closed position. Call Brother Customer Service to replace the fuser unit. Choose Thick paper mode in the printer driver or in the machine Paper Type menu setting. (See Paper type on page 21 and Basic tab in the Software User’s Guide on the CD-ROM.)
  • Page 91 Examples of poor print Recommendation quality Curled or wave Troubleshooting and routine maintenance Make sure that you choose the proper media type in the printer driver ’ or in the machine s Paper Type menu setting. (See Acceptable paper and other media on page 10 and Basic tab in the Software User’s Guide on the CD-ROM.) Check the paper type and quality.
  • Page 92 Examples of poor print quality Envelope creases Recommendation Open the back cover. Pull down the two gray levers, one on the left-hand side and one on the right-hand side to the envelope position, as shown in the illustration below. Close the back cover and re-send the print job. Note When you have finished printing, open the back cover and reset the two gray levers back to their original position.
  • Page 93 Examples of poor print Recommendation quality White lines or ribbing down the page on duplex print ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ. 0123456789. abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz. ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ. 0123456789. abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz. ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ. 0123456789. abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz. ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ. 0123456789. abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz. Note Position B is only for duplex printing with recycled paper when the temperature and humidity are low.
  • Page 94 Examples of poor print quality Toner scatter or toner stain on the edge of duplex pages ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ. 0123456789. abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz. ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ. 0123456789. abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz. ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ. 0123456789. abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz. ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ. 0123456789. abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz. Recommendation CAUTION We recommend that you place the drum unit and toner cartridges on a clean, flat surface with a piece of disposable paper underneath them in case you accidentally spill or scatter toner.

  • Page 95: Error And Maintenance Messages

    The drum unit counter was not reset when a new drum was installed. It is time to replace the fuser unit. Call your Brother dealer to purchase the fuser Change Parts Fuser Unit It is time to replace the laser unit. Call your Brother dealer to purchase the laser...
  • Page 96 The fuser unit is too hot. Action Call your Brother dealer to purchase the PF Kit MP. Call your Brother dealer Service to purchase the PF Kit 1. Call your Brother dealer Service to purchase the PF Kit 2.
  • Page 97 Error Message Cause The machine has a mechanical Init Unable XX problem. The paper is jammed in the Jam Duplex duplex unit. The paper is jammed in the back Jam Rear of the machine. The paper is jammed inside the Jam Inside machine.
  • Page 98 117.) Turn off the machine’s power switch. Wait a few seconds, then turn it on again. If the problem continues, call Brother Customer Service. Change the file name of the file on the USB flash memory drive or the file you are trying to save.
  • Page 99 Error Message Cause The drum unit and toner Toner Life End cartridges assembly is not Replace Black(K) installed properly, or one or more Toner Cartridge. of the toner cartridges are used up and printing is not possible. The toner cartridge colour which is used up is shown in the message.

  • Page 100: Document Jams

    Document jams If the document is jammed, follow the steps below. Document is jammed in the top of the ADF unit The document may get jammed if it is not inserted or fed properly, or if it is too long. Follow the steps below to clear a document jam.

  • Page 101: Paper Jams

    Document is jammed in the duplex slot Take out any paper from the ADF that is not jammed. Pull the jammed document out to the right. Press Stop/Exit. Paper jams To clear paper jams, please follow the steps in this section. HOT SURFACE After you have just used the machine, some internal parts of the machine will be...
  • Page 102 Fan the paper stack, and then put it back in the MP tray. When loading paper in the MP tray, make sure that the paper stays under the maximum paper height guides on both sides of the tray. Paper is jammed in Paper Tray 1 or Tray 2 If the LCD shows Jam Tray 1 or Jam Tray 2, follow these steps:...
  • Page 103 Make sure the paper is below the maximum paper mark. While pressing the green paper-guide release lever, slide the paper guides to fit the paper size. Make sure that the guides are firmly in the slots. Put the paper tray firmly back in the machine.
  • Page 104 Hold the green handle of the drum unit. Lift the drum unit up and then pull it out until it stops. Release the gray lock lever (1) that is on the left side of the machine. Lift the front of the drum unit up and pull the drum unit completely out of the machine using the green handles on the drum unit.
  • Page 105 CAUTION Hold the handles of drum unit when you carry it. DO NOT hold the sides of the drum unit. We recommend that you place the drum unit on a clean, flat surface with a piece of disposable paper underneath it in case you accidentally spill or scatter toner.
  • Page 106 Put the drum unit back in the machine as follows. Make sure that the gray lock lever (1) is in the up position and put the drum unit in the machine. Push down the gray lock lever (1). Note When you put the drum unit in the machine, match the green guides (1) of the drum unit handle to the green arrows (2) on both sides of the machine.
  • Page 107 Push the drum unit in until it stops. Close the front cover of the machine. Put the paper tray firmly back in the machine. Troubleshooting and routine maintenance Paper is jammed at the back of the machine If the LCD shows Jam Rear, follow these steps: Jam Rear Press the cover release lever to open...
  • Page 108 Hold the green handle of the drum unit. Lift the drum unit up and then pull it out until it stops. Open the back cover. Pull down the two green levers, one on the left-hand-side and one on the right- hand-side, as shown in the illustration below, and then fold down the fuser cover (1).
  • Page 109 Using both hands, gently pull the jammed paper out of the fuser unit. Close the fuser cover (1) and lift the two green levers at the left and right hand sides. Troubleshooting and routine maintenance Close the back cover. Put the drum unit and toner cartridge assembly back in the machine.
  • Page 110 Close the front cover of the machine. Paper is jammed underneath Paper Tray 1 or in the fuser unit If the LCD shows Jam Duplex, follow these steps: Jam Duplex Pull the paper tray completely out of the machine and check inside the machine. If paper is not caught inside the machine, check underneath the paper tray.
  • Page 111 HOT SURFACE After you have just used the machine, some internal parts of the machine will be extremely hot. When you open the front or back cover of the machine, DO NOT touch the shaded parts shown in the illustration. Pull out the jammed paper slowly.

  • Page 112: Routine Maintenance

    Routine maintenance CAUTION The drum unit contains toner, so handle it carefully. If toner scatters on your hands or clothes, wipe or wash it off with cold water at once. Cleaning the outside of the machine CAUTION Use neutral detergents. Cleaning with volatile liquids such as thinner or benzine will damage the outside surface of the machine.

  • Page 113: Cleaning The Scanner

    Wipe the inside of the paper tray with a dry, lint-free cloth to remove dust. Re-load the paper and put the paper tray firmly back in the machine. Plug the machine’s power cord back into the AC power outlet first, and reconnect all cables.Turn on the machine’s power switch.

  • Page 114: Cleaning The Laser Scanner Windows

    Cleaning the laser scanner windows CAUTION DO NOT use isopropyl alcohol to clean the laser scanner windows. DO NOT touch the laser scanner windows with your fingers. Turn off the machine’s power switch. Disconnect all cables, and then unplug the power cord from the AC power outlet.
  • Page 115 Release the gray lock lever (1) that is on the left side of the machine. Lift the front of the drum unit and pull the drum unit completely out of the machine using the green handles on the drum unit. Troubleshooting and routine maintenance HOT SURFACE After you have just used the machine, some...
  • Page 116 CAUTION Hold the handles of drum unit when you carry it. DO NOT hold the sides of the drum unit. We recommend that you place the drum unit on a clean, flat surface with a piece of disposable paper underneath it in case you accidentally spill or scatter toner.
  • Page 117 Put the drum unit back in the machine as follows. Make sure that the gray lock lever (1) is in the up position and put the drum unit in the machine. Push down the gray lock lever (1). Troubleshooting and routine maintenance Note When you put the drum unit in the machine, match the green guides (1) of...

  • Page 118: Cleaning The Corona Wires

    Push the drum unit in until it stops. Close the front cover of the machine. Plug the machine’s power cord back into the AC power outlet first, and reconnect all cables.Turn on the machine’s power switch. Cleaning the corona wires If you have print quality problems, clean the corona wires as follows: Turn off the machine’s power switch.
  • Page 119 Hold the green handle of the drum unit. Lift the drum unit up and then pull it out until it stops. Hold the handle of the toner cartridge and pull it out of the drum unit. Repeat this for all the toner cartridges. Troubleshooting and routine maintenance CAUTION We recommend that you place the toner...
  • Page 120 Push to release the latches of the white corona wire cover (1), and then open the cover. Note We recommended that you clean the corona wire for each of the colors. If you want to clean only the corona wire of the color that caused the print quality problem, see the illustration below to identify the position of each of the corona wires.
  • Page 121 Hold the handle of the toner cartridge and slide the toner cartridge into the drum unit. Make sure that you match the toner cartridge color to the same color label on the drum unit, and make sure that you fold down the toner cartridge handle (A) once the toner cartridge is in place.

  • Page 122: Cleaning The Drum Unit

    Cleaning the drum unit If you have print quality problems, clean the drum unit as follows. Turn off the machine’s power switch. Disconnect all cables, and then unplug the power cord from the AC power outlet. Press the front cover release button and then open the front cover.
  • Page 123 Release the gray lock lever (1) that is on the left side of the machine. Lift the front of the drum unit and pull the drum unit completely out of the machine using the green handles on the drum unit. Troubleshooting and routine maintenance CAUTION Hold the handles of drum unit when you...
  • Page 124 CAUTION We recommend that you place the toner cartridges on a clean, flat surface with a piece of disposable paper underneath it in case you accidentally spill or scatter toner. Handle the toner cartridges carefully. If toner scatters on your hands or clothes, wipe or wash it off with cold water at once.
  • Page 125 See the print sample to identify the color causing the problem. The color of the spots or toner stain is the color of the drum you should clean. For example, if the spots are cyan, you should clean the drum for cyan. Put the print sample in front of the drum, and the find the exact position of the poor print.
  • Page 126 Hold the handle of the toner cartridge and slide the toner cartridge into the drum unit. Make sure that you match the toner cartridge color to the same color label on the drum unit, and make sure that you fold down the toner cartridge handle (A) once the toner cartridge is in place.
  • Page 127 Note When you put the drum unit in the machine, match the green guides (1) of the drum unit handle to the green arrows (2) on both sides of the machine. Troubleshooting and routine maintenance Push the drum unit in until it stops. Close the front cover of the machine.

  • Page 128: Replacing The Consumable Items

    Replacing the consumable items When the time comes to replace consumable items, the following messages will appear on the LCD. The machine will stop printing when the following maintenance messages appear on the LCD. LCD messages Consumable item to replace Toner cartridges Toner Life End standard...
  • Page 129 The following are maintenance messages that appear on the LCD in the Ready mode. These message provide advanced warnings to replace the consumable items before they run out. To avoid any inconvenience, you may wish to buy spare consumable items before the machine stops printing.
  • Page 130 See Replacing the drum 17,000 pages unit on page 122. See Replacing the belt 50,000 pages unit on page 128. Call Brother Customer 80,000 pages Service to replace the fuser unit. Call Brother Customer 100,000 pages Service to replace the laser unit.

  • Page 131: Replacing A Toner Cartridge

    Replacing a toner cartridge Order Numbers: Toner Cartridge Standard: TN-110 (BK, C, M, Y) Toner Cartridge High Yield: TN-115 (BK, C, M, Y) The High Yield toner cartridges can print approximately 5,000 pages (Black) and approximately 4,000 pages each (Cyan, Magenta and Yellow).
  • Page 132 Replacing the toner cartridges HOT SURFACE After you have just used the machine, some internal parts of the machine will be extremely hot. When you open the front or back cover of the machine, DO NOT touch the shaded parts shown in the illustration. Press the front cover release button and then open the front cover.
  • Page 133 Troubleshooting and routine maintenance CAUTION Brother strongly recommends that you do not refill the toner cartridges provided with your machine. We also strongly recommend that you continue to use only Genuine Brother Brand replacement toner cartridges.
  • Page 134 CAUTION DO NOT use flammable substances near the machine. DO NOT use any type of spray to clean the inside or outside of the machine. Doing this may cause a fire or electrical shock. Refer to Routine maintenance on page 98 for how to clean the machine.
  • Page 135 Remove the orange protective cover. Hold the handle of the toner cartridge and slide the toner cartridge into the drum unit. Make sure that you match the toner cartridge color to the same color label on the drum unit, and make sure that you fold down the toner cartridge handle (A) once the toner cartridge is in place.

  • Page 136: Replacing The Drum Unit

    Replacing the drum unit Order Number: DR-110CL Drum end soon message Change Parts Drum The machine uses a drum unit to create print images on paper. If the LCD shows Change Parts Drum, the drum unit is near the end of its life and it is time to buy a new one.
  • Page 137 Turn off the machine’s power switch. Press the front cover release button and then open the front cover. Troubleshooting and routine maintenance Hold the green handle of the drum unit. Lift the drum unit up and then pull it out until it stops.
  • Page 138 Release the gray lock lever (1) that is on the left side of the machine. Lift the front of the drum unit and pull the drum unit completely out of the machine using the green handles on the drum unit. CAUTION We recommend that you place the drum unit on a clean, flat surface with a piece of...
  • Page 139 To avoid print quality problems, DO NOT touch the shaded parts shown in the illustrations. Hold the handle of the toner cartridge and pull it out of the drum unit. Repeat this for all the toner cartridges. Troubleshooting and routine maintenance CAUTION We recommend that you place the toner cartridges on a clean, flat surface with a...
  • Page 140 Hold the handle of the toner cartridge and slide the toner cartridge into the drum unit. Make sure that you match the toner cartridge color to the same color label on the drum unit, and make sure that you fold down the toner cartridge handle (A) once the toner cartridge is in place.
  • Page 141 Note When you put the drum unit in the machine, match the green guides (1) of the drum unit handle to the green arrows (2) on both sides of the machine. Troubleshooting and routine maintenance Push the drum unit in until it stops. Close the front cover of the machine.

  • Page 142: Replacing The Belt Unit

    Press Menu, 6, 6. The LCD shows the part name of the counter that needs to be reset. 66.Reset Menu Drum Select ab or OK Press a or b to choose Drum. Press OK. Press 1 to reset the drum unit counter. Press Stop/Exit.
  • Page 143 Replacing the belt unit Turn off the machine’s power switch. Press the front cover release button and then open the front cover. Troubleshooting and routine maintenance Hold the green handle of the drum unit. Lift the drum unit up and then pull it out until it stops.
  • Page 144 Release the gray lock lever (1) that is on the left side of the machine. Lift the front of the drum unit and pull the drum unit completely out of the machine using the green handles on the drum unit. CAUTION Hold the handles of drum unit when you carry it.
  • Page 145 Hold the green parts of the belt unit with both hands and lift the belt unit up, then pull it out. CAUTION We recommend that you place the belt unit on a clean, flat surface with a piece of disposable paper underneath it in case you accidentally spill or scatter toner.
  • Page 146 Put the drum unit back in the machine as follows. Make sure that the gray lock lever (1) is in the up position and put the drum unit in the machine. Push down the gray lock lever (1). Note When you put the drum unit in the machine, match the green guides (1) of the drum unit handle to the green arrows (2) on both sides of the machine.

  • Page 147: Replacing The Waste Toner Box

    Push the drum unit in until it stops. Close the front cover of the machine. When you replace the belt unit with a new one, you need to reset the belt unit counter by completing the following steps: Turn on the machine’s power switch. Troubleshooting and routine maintenance Press Menu, 6, 6.
  • Page 148 WARNING DO NOT reuse the waste toner box. Replacing the waste toner box WARNING DO NOT put the waste toner box into a fire. It could explode. Be careful not to spill the toner. DO NOT inhale or allow it to get into your eyes. CAUTION Handle the waste toner box carefully.
  • Page 149 Hold the green handle of the drum unit. Lift the drum unit up and then pull it out until it stops. Troubleshooting and routine maintenance Release the gray lock lever (1) that is on the left side of the machine. Lift the front of the drum unit and pull the drum unit completely out of the machine using the green handles on the drum unit.
  • Page 150 CAUTION Hold the handles of drum unit when you carry it. DO NOT hold the sides of the drum unit. We recommend that you place the drum unit on a clean, flat surface with a piece of disposable paper underneath it in case you accidentally spill or scatter toner.
  • Page 151 Remove the waste toner box from the machine using the green handle. Note Discard the used waste toner box according to local regulations, keeping it separate from domestic waste. If you have questions, call your local waste disposable office. Unpack the new waste toner box and put the new one in the machine using the green handle.
  • Page 152 Put the drum unit back in the machine as follows. Make sure that the gray lock lever (1) is in the up position and put the drum unit in the machine. Push down the gray lock lever (1). Note When you put the drum unit in the machine, match the green guides (1) of the drum unit handle to the green arrows (2) on both sides of the machine.

  • Page 153: Packing And Shipping The Machine

    Push the drum unit in until it stops. Close the front cover of the machine. Troubleshooting and routine maintenance Packing and shipping the machine If for any reason you must move or ship your machine, carefully re-pack the machine in the original packing material to avoid any damage during transport.
  • Page 154 To prevent injuries when moving or lifting this machine, make sure at least two people lift the machine together. Be careful not to pinch your fingers when you put the machine down. Make sure that you have the following parts for repacking: 1 Insertion sheet for repacking 2 Plastic bag for the waste toner box...

  • Page 155: Repacking The Machine

    Repacking the machine Turn off the machine’s power switch. Disconnect all cables, and then unplug the power cord from the AC power outlet. Lift the document cover. Push the scanner lock lever down to lock the scanner. Press the front cover release button and then open the front cover.
  • Page 156 Release the gray lock lever (1) that is on the left side of the machine. Lift the front of the drum unit and pull the drum unit completely out of the machine using the green handles on the drum unit. CAUTION Hold the handles of the drum unit when you carry it.
  • Page 157 Hold the green parts of the belt unit with both hands and lift the belt unit up, then pull it out. CAUTION We recommend that you place the belt unit on a clean, flat surface with a piece of disposable paper underneath it in case you accidentally spill or scatter toner.
  • Page 158 Insert the original orange packing material for locking the belt unit as shown in the illustration. Put a piece of paper (letter or A4) on the belt unit to prevent damage to the belt unit. Put the drum unit back in the machine as follows.
  • Page 159 Note When you put the drum unit in the machine, match the green guides (1) of the drum unit handle to the green arrows (2) on both sides of the machine. Troubleshooting and routine maintenance Push the drum unit back in until it stops.
  • Page 160 Note We recommend you repack the machine on a table or desk. Put the styrofoam piece marked “FRONT” (1) into the lower carton (3), so that the arrow cutout (4) points toward it. Put the styrofoam piece marked “REAR” into the lower carton so that the arrow cutout (4) points away from it.
  • Page 161 Put the two styrofoam pieces for the toner cartridges on the top of the machine. Match the right side of the machine to the “RIGHT” mark on one of the styrofoam pieces, and the left side of the machine to the “LEFT” mark on the other styrofoam piece.

  • Page 162: Machine Information

    Machine information Checking the serial number You can see the machine’s serial number on the LCD. Press Menu, 6, 2. 62.Serial No. XXXXXXXXX Press Stop/Exit. Checking the page counters You can see the machine’s page counters for printed pages, copies, reports and lists or a summary total.

  • Page 163: D Menu And Features

    Menu and features On-screen programming Your machine has been designed to be easy to use. The LCD provides on-screen programming using the menu keys. We have created step by step on-screen instructions to help you program your machine. Simply follow the steps as they guide you through the menu selections and programming options.

  • Page 164: How To Access The Menu Mode

    How to access the menu mode Press Menu. Choose an option. Press 1 for General Setup menu. Press 2 for Copy menu. Press 3 for Printer menu. Press 4 for USB Direct I/F menu. Press 5 for LAN menu. Press 6 for Machine Info. menu. You can also scroll through each menu level by pressing a or b for the direction you want.

  • Page 165: Menu Table

    Menu table The factory settings are shown in Bold with an asterisk. Choose & OK Main Menu Submenu Menu Selections 1.General 1.Paper Type 1.MP Tray Setup 2.Tray#1 3.Tray#2 (This menu only appears if you have the optional tray #2.) 2.Paper Size 1.MP Tray Choose &...
  • Page 166 Main Menu Submenu Menu Selections 1.General 2.Paper Size 2.Tray#1 Setup (continued) (continued) 3.Tray#2 (This menu only appears if you have the optional tray #2.) — 3.Beeper 4.Auto Daylight — 5.Ecology 1.Toner Save 2.Sleep Time 6.Tray Use 1.Copy Options Descriptions Sets the size of the paper in the paper tray.
  • Page 167 Main Menu Submenu Menu Selections 1.General 6.Tray Use 2.Print Setup (continued) (continued) 7.LCD Contrast — 8.Function Lock — 9.Document Scan 1.Glass ScanSize A4/Letter* 2.Duplex Scan — 0.Local Language (Canada only) — 2.Copy 1.Quality — 2.Brightness — 3.Contrast Menu and features Options Descriptions Selects the tray that will...
  • Page 168 Main Menu Submenu Menu Selections 2.Copy 4.Color Adjust 1.Red (continued) 2.Green 3.Blue — 3.Printer 1.Emulation 2.Print Options 1.Internal Font — 2.Configuration — 3.Test Print — 3.Duplex 4.Output Color — 5.Reset Printer 1.Reset 2.Exit Options Descriptions Adjusts the red color for -nnnno+ copies.
  • Page 169 Main Menu Submenu Menu Selections — 3.Printer 6.Calibration (continued) 7.Auto Regist. 1.Registration 2.Frequency 8.Manual Regist. 1.Print Chart 2.Set Regist. 4.USB Direct 1.Direct Print 1.Paper Size 2.Media Type Menu and features Options Descriptions Adjusts the color density Calibrate or returns the color Reset calibration to the factory setting.
  • Page 170 Main Menu Submenu Menu Selections 4.USB Direct 1.Direct Print 3.Multiple Page 1in1* (continued) (continued) 4.Orientation 5.Collate 6.Print Quality Normal* 7.PDF Option 8.Index Print 2.Scan to USB 1.Resolution 2.File Name 3.PictBridge 1.Paper Size Options Descriptions Sets the page style when printing multiple pages 2in1 directly from the USB flash memory drive.
  • Page 171 Main Menu Submenu Menu Selections 4.USB Direct 3.PictBridge 2.Orientation (continued) (continued) 3.Date & Time 4.File Name 5.Print Quality Normal* 5.LAN 1.TCP/IP 1.BOOT Method 2.IP Address 3.Subnet Mask 4.Gateway 5.Node Name 6.WINS Config Menu and features Options Descriptions Sets the page orientation Letter* when printing data from a camera using PictBridge.
  • Page 172 Main Menu Submenu Menu Selections 5.LAN 1.TCP/IP 7.WINS Server (continued) (continued) 8.DNS Server 9.APIPA 0.IPv6 — 2.Ethernet — 3.Scan to FTP 0.Factory Reset 1.Reset 2.Exit — 6.Machine 1.Date&Time Info. — 2.Serial No. 3.Page Counter — Options Descriptions (Primary) Specifies the IP address of the primary or 000.000.000.000 secondary WINS server.
  • Page 173 Main Menu Submenu Menu Selections 4.User Settings — 6.Machine Info. (continued) 5.Parts Life 1.Drum 2.Belt Unit 3.PF Kit MP 4.PF Kit 1 5.PF Kit 2 6.Fuser 7.Laser — 6.Reset Menu Menu and features Options Descriptions — You can print a list of your settings including the network configuration.

  • Page 174: Entering Text

    Entering text When setting certain menu selections, you will need to type text characters. The numeric keys have letters printed on them. The keys: 0, # and l do not have printed letters because they are used for special characters. Press the appropriate numeric key the required number of times to access the characters below: For setting Scan to FTP menu options Press...
  • Page 175 Special characters and symbols Press l, # or 0, then press d or c to move the cursor to the symbol or character you want. Press OK to choose it. The symbols and characters below will appear depending on your menu selection.

  • Page 176: Specifications

    Specifications General Memory Capacity ADF (automatic document feeder) Paper Tray Paper Tray 2 (option) Printer Type Print Method LCD (liquid crystal display) 22 characters × 5 lines Power Source Power Consumption Dimensions Weight 128 MB Up to 50 pages (Staggered) [20 lb (80 g/m Duplex, up to Letter size Recommended Environment for Best Results: Temperature: 68°...
  • Page 177 Noise level Temperature Humidity Sound power Operating (Copying): L d = 6.9 Bell Standby: d = 4.4 Bell Sound pressure Operating (Copying): LpAm = 54.5 dBA Standby: LpAm = 30 dBA Operating: 50° F to 90.5° F (10 to 32.5° C) Storage: 41°...

  • Page 178: Print Media

    Print media Paper Input Paper Tray Paper Type: Paper Size: Paper Weight: Maximum paper tray capacity: Up to 250 sheets of 20 lb (80 g/m Multi-purpose tray (MP tray) Paper Type: Paper Size: Paper Weight: Maximum paper tray capacity: Up to 50 sheets of 20 lb (80 g/m Paper Tray 2 (option) Paper Type: Paper Size:...

  • Page 179: Copy

    Copy Copy Speed Copy Speed for Duplex Copying Color/Monochrome Single-Sided Document Size 2-Sided (Duplex) Document Size Multiple Copies Reduce/Enlarge Resolution First Copy Out Time The copy speed may change depending on the type of document you copy. From the standard paper tray or optional paper tray. When making a B&W copy from the scanner glass in text quality mode at the 25 to 150% ratio.

  • Page 180: Scan

    Scanning Width 2-Sided (Duplex) Document Size Grayscale Maximum 1200 × 1200 dpi scanning with the WIA driver in Windows 19200 dpi can be chosen by using the Brother scanner utility) When using the scanner glass When using the ADF Yes/Yes ®...

  • Page 181: Print

    Print Emulations Printer Driver Resolution Print Speed Print Speed for Duplex Printing First Print Out Time The printing speed may change depending on the type of document you print. From the standard paper tray and optional paper tray. First print out time may change if the machine is calibrating or registering itself. PCL6 ®...

  • Page 182: Interfaces

    USB direct interface Direct print feature Compatibility PDF version 1.6 DCP-9045CDN printer driver), TIFF (scanned by all Brother MFC or DCP models), PostScript BR-Script 3 printer driver) JBIG2 image files, JPEG2000 image files and layered files are not supported. , JPEG, Exif + JPEG, PRN (created by ®...

  • Page 183: Computer Requirements

    Scanning Operating X 10.2.4 or System greater For WIA, 1200x1200 resolution. Brother Scanner Utility enables to enhance up to 19200 x 19200 dpi. Third party USB ports are not supported. PaperPort™11SE supports Microsoft AMD Opteron™, AMD Athlon™ 64, Intel Processor...

  • Page 184: Consumable Items

    Consumable items Toner Cartridge Life Drum Unit Life Expectancy Belt Unit Waste Toner Box Approx. yields based on 5% page coverage (Letter) Drum yield is approximate, and may vary by type of use. When printing on Letter size paper When printing on Letter size paper at 5% print coverage for CMYK each. Standard Toner Cartridges: TN-110BK (Black): TN-110C, TN-110M, TN-110Y...

  • Page 185: Ethernet Wired Network

    Client computers with a web browser supporting Java™ ® Printing only for Windows Server ® Mac OS X 10.2.4 or greater (mDNS) BRAdmin Professional and Web BRAdmin are available as a download from http://solutions.brother.com. ® 2000 Professional, Windows ® 2003 x64 Edition ®...

  • Page 186: 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. ADF (automatic document feeder) The document can be placed in the ADF and scanned one page at a time automatically.

  • Page 187: Index

    See Software User’s Guide on the CD-ROM. Belt unit ...128 Brother accessories and supplies ... iii Brother numbers ... i Customer Service ... i FAQs (frequently asked questions) ... i product support ... i service centers ... ii warranties ... iv Cleaning corona wire ...104...
  • Page 188 Folio ... 11 Function Lock ...25 Grayscale ...166 HELP LCD messages ...149 Menu Table ... 149 using menu keys ...149 Jams document ...86 paper ...87 Job Cancel key ... 6 Labels ... 11 LCD (liquid crystal display) ... 6 contrast ...24 Machine information checking remaining life of parts ...148 page counters ...148...
  • Page 189 Quality (copying) ...31 Reducing copies ...32 Replacing belt unit ... 128 drum unit ...122 toner cartridge ... 117 waste toner box ... 133 Resolution copy ...165 print ...167 scan ...166 Restricted users ...26 Safety instructions ...56 Scanner glass, using ...20 Scanning See Software User’s Guide on the CD-ROM.
  • Page 190 EQUIPMENT ATTACHMENT LIMITATIONS (Canada only) NOTICE This product meets the applicable Industry Canada technical specifications.
  • Page 191 Brother International Corporation 100 Somerset Corporate Boulevard P.O. Box 6911 Bridgewater, NJ 08807-0911 USA Brother International Corporation (Canada) Ltd. 1 rue Hôtel de Ville, Dollard-des-Ormeaux, QC, Canada H9B 3H6 Visit us on the World Wide Web http://www.brother.com These machines are made for use in the USA and Canada only. We cannot recommend using them overseas because the power requirements of your Digital Copier/Printer may not be compatible with the power available in foreign countries.

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