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Quick Setup Guide
Start Here
Thank you for choosing Brother, your support is important to us and we value your business. Your Brother product
is engineered and manufactured to the highest standards to deliver reliable performance, day-in and day-out.
Please read the Product Safety Guide first before you set up your machine. Then, please read this Quick Setup
Guide for the correct setup and installation.
Manuals in Spanish for this model are available on the enclosed CD-ROM.
Manuales en Español para este modelo están disponibles en el CD-ROM incluido.
WARNING
CAUTION
IMPORTANT
NOTE
1
Unpack the machine and check the components
The components included in the box may differ depending on your country.
Basic User's Guide
1
If your computer does not have a CD-ROM drive, you can download the drivers from your model's download page at
http://solutions.brother.com/. For more information, see page 11.
WARNING
Plastic bags are used in the packing of your machine. Plastic bags are not toys. To avoid the danger
of suffocation, keep these bags away from babies and children and dispose of them correctly.
NOTE
Save all packing materials and the box in case for any reason you must ship your machine.
USB cable
You need to purchase the correct USB cable.
We recommend using a USB 2.0 cable (Type A/B) that is no more than six feet (two meters) long.
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death
or serious injuries.
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor
or moderate injuries.
IMPORTANT indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in
damage to property or loss of product functionality.
Notes tell you how to respond to a situation that may arise or give tips about how the operation
works with other features.
Starter Ink
Cartridges
Product Safety Guide
Black
Yellow
Cyan
Magenta
Quick Setup Guide
Telephone Line Cord
MFC-J285DW
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CD-ROM
USA/CAN Version 0
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  • Page 1 Start Here MFC-J285DW Thank you for choosing Brother, your support is important to us and we value your business. Your Brother product is engineered and manufactured to the highest standards to deliver reliable performance, day-in and day-out. Please read the Product Safety Guide first before you set up your machine. Then, please read this Quick Setup Guide for the correct setup and installation.
  • Page 2 Remove the protective tape and film covering Lift the scanner cover until it locks securely into the machine, and also from the Touchscreen. the open position. Remove the plastic bag a containing the ink cartridges from on top of the paper tray. Make sure you have all the components.

  • Page 3: Install The Ink Cartridges

    Lift the scanner cover to release the lock a. NOTE Gently push the scanner cover support If you are sharing one telephone line with an down b and close the scanner cover c using external telephone answering machine, connect it both hands.
  • Page 4 Make sure that the power is turned on. IMPORTANT The Touchscreen will show No Ink • DO NOT shake the ink cartridges. If ink stains Cartridge. your skin or clothing, wash with soap or detergent at once. NOTE • DO NOT touch the cartridge in the area You can adjust the control panel angle to read the indicated b, as this can cause the machine not Touchscreen more easily.
  • Page 5 • DO NOT dismantle or tamper with the ink cartridge, this can cause the ink to leak out of the cartridge. • Brother strongly recommends that you do not refill the ink cartridges provided with your machine. We also strongly recommend that you continue to use only Genuine Brother Brand replacement ink cartridges.
  • Page 6 Fan the stack of paper well to avoid paper jams Gently adjust the paper width guides to the and misfeeds. paper with both hands. Make sure that the paper width guides touch the edges of the paper. NOTE Always make sure that the paper is not curled or wrinkled.

  • Page 7: Check The Print Quality

    Press 12h Clock or 24h Clock. Check the print quality When the preparation process has finished, the Touchscreen shows Load Paper and Press Start. Press Start. Check the quality of the four color blocks on the Enter the time on the Touchscreen. sheet.

  • Page 8: Choose The Correct Receive Mode

    Will you be using Voice Mail on the same telephone line as your Brother machine? If you have Voice Mail on the same telephone line as your Brother machine, there is a strong possibility that Voice Mail and the Brother machine will conflict with each other when receiving incoming calls. See Voice Mail in chapter 6 of the Basic User’s Guide for instructions on setting up your machine using this service.

  • Page 9: Set Your Station Id

    Transmission Verification Report Set your machine’s Station ID so that the date and Your Brother machine is equipped with a time appear on each fax you send. Transmission Verification Report that can be used as If you are not using this machine for faxing, go to the confirmation that you sent a fax.

  • Page 10: Automatic Daylight Saving Time

    Set the telephone line compatibility (VoIP) If you are connecting the machine to a VoIP service (over the Internet), you need to change the compatibility setting. NOTE If you are using an analog telephone line, you can skip this step. Press (Settings).

  • Page 11: Choose Your Connection Type

    • If your computer does not have a CD-ROM drive, you can download the latest drivers, manuals and utilities for your model from the Brother Solutions Center at http://solutions.brother.com/. Some software applications included on the CD-ROM may not be available as a download.

  • Page 12: For Windows ® Usb Interface Users

    Put the CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive. If the model name screen appears, choose your machine. If the language screen appears, choose your language. NOTE • If the Brother screen does not appear automatically, go to Computer (My Computer). ® (For Windows...

  • Page 13: Connect The Usb Cable

    ® Windows Lift the scanner cover to release the lock a. Connect the USB cable Gently push the scanner cover support down b and close the scanner cover c using both hands. Lift the scanner cover until it locks securely into the open position.
  • Page 14 • Internet access is required for the software update and the Brother Product Research and Support Program. • When you install MFL-Pro Suite, Brother Help will also be installed automatically. Brother Help allows you to access the Brother Solutions Center when you click...

  • Page 15: For Macintosh Usb Interface Users

    Macintosh For Macintosh USB interface users (Mac OS X v10.6.8, 10.7.x, 10.8.x) Connect the USB cable to the USB port Before you install marked with a symbol. You will find the USB port inside the machine, as shown in the callout below.
  • Page 16 Choose Local Connection (USB), and then click Next. Follow the on-screen instructions. The installation of MFL-Pro Suite is now complete. Go to step 18. After the installation, the Brother software will search for the Brother device. This will take a few moments to complete.
  • Page 17 Macintosh Download and install Presto! PageManager When Presto! PageManager is installed, OCR capability is added to Brother ControlCenter2. You can easily scan, share and organize photos and documents using Presto! PageManager. On the Brother Support screen, click the Presto! PageManager icon to go to the Presto! PageManager download site, and follow the on-screen instructions.

  • Page 18: Before You Begin

    The following steps will guide you through the configuration and installation process. To achieve optimum results with normal everyday document printing, place the Brother machine as close to the network access point/router as possible with minimal obstructions. Large objects and walls between the two devices as well as interference from other electronic devices can affect the data transfer speed of your documents.
  • Page 19 For Wireless Network Users Choose your wireless setup method The following instructions will offer three methods for setting up your Brother machine on a wireless network. Choose the method you prefer for your environment. Method a is the recommended way to connect (Windows ®...
  • Page 20 If you need assistance during setup and want to contact Brother Customer Service, make sure you have your SSID (Network Name) and Network Key ready. We cannot assist you in locating this information.
  • Page 21 NOTE 54926. If you still have trouble with your network  • If the Brother screen does not appear connection, add UDP ports 137 and 161. automatically, go to Computer (My Computer). Follow the on-screen instructions to set up the ®...

  • Page 22: For Macintosh Users

    Otherwise, go to e. • Connect your mobile device to a wireless access point/router using a Wi-Fi connection. NOTE • Download and install Brother iPrint&Scan • If the list is blank, check that the wireless ® (Android™/iOS/Windows Phone) from your access point/router has power and is mobile device’s application download site.

  • Page 23: For Windows Users

    AirPrint (iOS) with this machine. • To download the User’s Guide for the application you are using (Brother Place the Brother machine within range of your iPrint&Scan/AirPrint), visit the Brother WPS or AOSS™ access point/router. The Solutions Center at range may differ depending on your http://solutions.brother.com/ and click Manuals...

  • Page 24: Troubleshooting

    For Wireless Network Users Troubleshooting If you need assistance during setup and want to contact Brother Customer Service, make sure you have your SSID (Network Name) and Network Key ready. We cannot assist you in locating this information. How can I find the wireless security information (SSID and Network Key*) 1) Check the documentation provided with your wireless access point/router.
  • Page 25 TS-05 security information (SSID and Network Key*) on page 24 to confirm. 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. The wireless security information (Authentication method/Encryption method/Network Key) is incorrect.

  • Page 26: Wireless Network

    (Recommended), and then click Next. machine. If the language screen appears, choose your language. NOTE • If the Brother screen does not appear automatically, go to Computer (My Computer). ® (For Windows 8: click the (File Explorer) icon on the taskbar, and then go to Computer.)
  • Page 27 ® Windows 7 users: Run the Installation Diagnostics located in (Start) > The installation of the Brother drivers will All Programs > Brother > MFC-XXXX automatically start. The installation screens (where XXXX is your model name). appear one after another.
  • Page 28 PCs with Nuance™ PaperPort™ 12SE installed, please purchase the Brother NL-5 pack which is a multiple PC license agreement pack for up to five additional users. To purchase the NL-5 pack, contact your authorized Brother dealer or contact Brother customer service.
  • Page 29 Install the drivers and software (Mac OS X v10.6.8, 10.7.x, 10.8.x) After the installation, the Brother software will Before you install search for the Brother device. This will take a few moments to complete. Choose your machine from the list, and then click Next.
  • Page 30 Wireless Network Macintosh The installation of the Brother drivers will When this screen appears, click Close. automatically start. Please wait for the software to install. NOTE • You can find your machine’s MAC Address (Ethernet Address) and IP Address by printing out the Network Configuration Report.

  • Page 31: Install Optional Applications

    Install Optional Applications ® Windows Click the button for the application you want to Install optional install. applications BookScan&Whiteboard Suite supported by Reallusion, Inc The BookScan Enhancer software can correct your scanned book images automatically. The Whiteboard Enhancer software cleans up and enhances text and images from photos taken of your whiteboard.

  • Page 32: For Network Users

    For Network Users Reset the network settings to factory default To restore all network settings of the internal Print/Scan server to the factory default, please follow the steps below: Make sure the machine is idle, then disconnect all the cables from the machine (except the power cord). Press (Settings).

  • Page 33: Other Information

    FREE website with many ideas then click Associate a file type or protocol and resources for personal and professional use. with a program. Mac users can access Brother CreativeCenter at Select .pdf, and then click the Change http://www.brother.com/creativecenter/ program... button.

  • Page 34: Replacement Consumables

    The contents of this manual and the specifications of this product are subject to change without notice. Brother reserves the right to make changes without notice in the specifications and materials contained herein and shall not be responsible for any damages (including consequential) caused by reliance on the materials presented, including but not limited to typographical and other errors relating to the publication.

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