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USER'S GUIDE
DCP-165C
Version 0
USA/CAN

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  • Page 1 USER’S GUIDE DCP-165C Version 0 USA/CAN...
  • 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

    FAQs (frequently asked questions) The Brother Solutions Center is our one-stop resource for all your Digital Copier/Printer. You can download the latest software documents and utilities, read FAQs and troubleshooting tips, and learn how to get the most from your Brother product.

  • Page 4: 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.) Note In Canada only Visa and MasterCard are accepted.

  • Page 5: 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 6 Consumable and Accessory Items at no charge to you for parts or labor. The decision as to whether to repair or replace the Machine and/or accompanying Accessory Items is made by Brother in its sole ® -brand parts and serial Brother...
  • Page 7 Machine and return it to Brother using the pre-paid freight bill supplied by Brother in accordance with the instructions provided by Brother. Since you will be in possession of two machines, Brother will require that you provide a valid major credit card number. Brother will...
  • Page 8 Brother Authorized Service Representative, or if shipped out of the country. The use of supplies or consumable items that are non-Brother products may void your warranty.

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Using the documentation ... 2 Symbols and conventions used in the documentation ... 2 Accessing the Software User’s Guide ...2 Viewing Documentation...2 Accessing Brother Support (For Windows Control panel overview ...6 Warning LED indications ...7 Loading documents and paper Loading paper and other print media...8 Loading envelopes and post cards...10...
  • Page 10 Section II Copy Making copies How to copy ...22 Making a single copy ...22 Making multiple copies ...22 Stop copying...22 Copy options...22 Changing copy quality ...23 Enlarging or reducing the image copied ...23 Making N in 1 copies or a poster (Page Layout) ...24 Adjusting Brightness and Contrast ...26 Paper options ...27 Section III Walk-up Photo Printing...
  • Page 11 Printer jam or paper jam ...67 Routine maintenance...69 Replacing the ink cartridges ...69 Cleaning the outside of the machine ...72 Cleaning the scanner... 72 Cleaning the machine’s printer platen ...73 Cleaning the paper pick-up roller...73 Cleaning the print head ...74 Checking the print quality ...74...
  • Page 12 Menu and Features On-screen programming...79 Menu table ...79 Menu keys ...79 Menu Table...81 Specifications General ...85 Print media...86 Copy ...87 PhotoCapture Center PictBridge ...89 Scanner ...90 Printer ...91 Interfaces ...92 Computer requirements ...93 Consumable items ...94 Glossary Index ® ...88...
  • Page 13 Section I General General Information Loading documents and paper General Setup...

  • Page 14: 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 15 Software User’s Guide in PDF format. This format is recommended for printing the manuals. Click to go to the Brother Solution Center, where you can view or download the PDF documents. (Internet access and PDF Reader software are required.) General Information...

  • Page 16: Viewing Documentation

    ® (For Macintosh ® Turn on your Macintosh . Insert the Brother CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive. The following window will appear. Double-click the Documentation icon. Double-click your language folder. Double-click the top.html file to view the Software User’s Guide in HTML format.

  • Page 17: Accessing Brother Support (For Windows ® )

    You can find all the contacts you will need, such as Web support (Brother Solutions Center), Customer Service and Brother Authorized Service Centers in Brother numbers 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 18: Control Panel Overview

    Chapter 1 Control panel overview 100% Normal 1 Copy keys: Lets you temporarily change the copy settings when in copy mode. Copy Options You can quickly and easily select temporary settings for copying. Enlarge/Reduce Lets you enlarge or reduce copies depending on the ratio you select.

  • Page 19: Warning Led Indications

    9 LCD (liquid crystal display) Displays messages on the screen to help you set up and use your machine. Warning LED Blinks in orange when the LCD displays an error or an important status message. General Information Warning LED indications The status LED (Light Emitting Diode) is a light that shows the DCP status.

  • Page 20: Loading Documents And Paper

    Loading documents and paper Loading paper and other print media If the paper support flap is open, close it, and then close the paper support. Pull the paper tray completely out of the machine. Lift the output paper tray cover (1). With both hands, gently press and slide the paper side guides (1) and then the paper length guide (2) to fit the paper...
  • Page 21 Note When you use Legal size paper, press and hold the universal guide release button (1) as you slide out the front of the paper tray. Fan the stack of paper well to avoid paper jams and misfeeds. Note Always make sure that the paper is not curled.

  • Page 22: Loading Envelopes And Post Cards

    Chapter 2 Close the paper tray cover. Slowly push the paper tray completely into the machine. While holding the paper tray in place, pull out the paper support (1) until it clicks and unfold the paper support flap (2). Note Do not use the paper support flap for Legal paper.

  • Page 23: Removing Small Printouts From The Machine

    How to load envelopes and post cards Before loading, press the corners and sides of envelopes or post cards to make them as flat as possible. Note If envelopes or post cards are ‘double- feeding’, put one envelope or postcard in the paper tray at a time.

  • Page 24: Printable Area

    Chapter 2 Printable area The printable 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 only print in the shaded areas when the Borderless print feature is available and turned on. Cut Sheet Paper Top (1) Cut Sheet...

  • Page 25: Acceptable Paper And Other Print Media

    We recommend testing various paper types before buying large quantities. For best results, use the Brother paper. When you print on inkjet paper (coated paper), transparencies and photo paper, be sure to choose the proper print media in the ‘Basic’...

  • Page 26: Handling And Using Print Media

    Chapter 2 Handling and using print media Store paper in its original packaging, and keep it sealed. Keep the paper flat and away from moisture, direct sunlight and heat. The coated side of photo paper is shiny. Avoid touching the shiny (coated) side. Load photo paper with the shiny side facing down.

  • Page 27: Choosing The Right Print Media

    Choosing the right print media Paper type and size for each operation Paper Type Paper Size 8 1/2 × 11 in. (216 × 279 mm) Cut Sheet Letter 8.3 × 11.7 in. (210 × 297 mm) 8 1/2 × 14 in. (216 × 356 mm) Legal 7 1/4 ×...
  • Page 28 Chapter 2 Paper weight, thickness and capacity Paper Type Weight Plain Paper 17 to 32 lb (64 to 120 g/m Sheet Inkjet Paper 17 to 53 lb (64 to 200 g/m Glossy Paper Up to 58 lb (Up to 220 g/m Cards Photo 4"×6"...

  • Page 29: Loading Documents

    Loading documents You can make copies and scan from the scanner glass. Using the scanner glass You can use the scanner glass to copy or scan pages of a book or one page at a time. Document Sizes Supported Length: Up to 11.7 in.

  • Page 30: Scannable Area

    Chapter 2 Scannable area The scannable area depends on the settings in the application you are using. The figures below show unscannable areas. Usage Document Top (1) Size Bottom (2) Copy All paper 0.12 in. sizes (3 mm) Scan All paper 0.12 in.

  • Page 31: General Setup

    General Setup LCD display Changing LCD language You can change the LCD language. Press Menu. Press a or b to choose 0.Initial Setup. Press OK. Press a or b to choose 0.Local Language. Press OK. Press a or b to choose your language. Press OK.

  • Page 32: Printing Reports

    Chapter 3 Printing Reports The following reports are available: Help List A help list showing how to program your machine. User Settings Lists your settings. How to print a report Press Menu. Press a or b to choose 3.Print Reports. Press OK.
  • Page 33 Section II Copy Making copies...

  • Page 34: Making Copies

    Making copies How to copy You can use your machine as a copier, making up to 99 copies at a time. Making a single copy Load your document. (See Loading documents on page 17.) Press Black Start or Color Start. Making multiple copies You can make up to 99 copies.

  • Page 35: Changing Copy Quality

    Changing copy quality You can select from a range of quality settings. The default setting is Normal. To temporarily change the quality setting, follow the instructions below: Press Normal Normal is the recommended mode for ordinary printouts. This produces good copy quality with good copy speed.

  • Page 36: Making N In 1 Copies Or A Poster

    • Page Layout is not available with Enlarge/Reduce. • Fit to Page does not work properly when the document on the scanner glass is skewed more than 3 degrees. Using the document guidelines on the left and top, place your document in the upper left hand corner, with the document face down on the scanner glass.
  • Page 37 Color Start if you are using the Poster layout. If you are making a poster, the machine scans the pages and starts printing. If you are using the scanner glass, go to e. After the machine scans the page, press a (Yes) to scan the next page.

  • Page 38: Adjusting Brightness And Contrast

    Chapter 4 Adjusting Brightness and Contrast Brightness To temporarily change the brightness setting, follow the instructions below: Press and then a or b to choose Brightness Load your document. Press Copy Options and a or b to choose Brightness. Press OK. -nnonn+ Press a to make a lighter copy or press b to make a darker copy.

  • Page 39: Paper Options

    Press a or b to choose 1.Copy. Press OK. Press a or b to choose 1.Paper Type. Press OK. Press a or b to choose Plain Paper, Inkjet Paper, Brother BP71, Other Glossy or Transparency. Press OK. Press Stop/Exit. Paper size If copying on paper other than Letter size, you will need to change the paper size setting.
  • Page 40 Chapter 4...

  • Page 41: Section Iii Walk-Up Photo Printing

    Section III Walk-up Photo Printing PhotoCapture Center a memory card or USB Flash memory drive Printing photos from a camera ® : Printing photos from...

  • Page 42: Or Usb Flash Memory Drive

    Software User’s Guide on the CD-ROM.) ® Using memory card or USB Flash memory drive Your Brother machine has media drives (slots) for use with popular digital camera media: Memory Stick SD, SDHC and xD-Picture Card™ and USB Flash memory drives.

  • Page 43: Memory Cards Or Usb Flash Memory Drive Folder Structure

    PhotoCapture Center Memory cards or USB Flash memory drive folder structure Your machine is designed to be compatible with modern digital camera image files, memory cards and USB Flash memory drive; however, please read the points below to avoid errors: The image file extension must be .JPG (Other image file extensions like .JPEG, .TIF, .GIF and so on will not be...

  • Page 44: Getting Started

    Chapter 5 Getting started Firmly put a memory card or USB Flash memory drive into the proper slot. 1 USB Flash memory drive 2 SD, SDHC ® 3 Memory Stick , Memory Stick Pro™ 4 xD-Picture Card™ CAUTION The USB direct interface supports only a USB Flash memory drive, a PictBridge compatible camera, or a digital camera that uses the USB mass storage standard.

  • Page 45: How To Print From A Memory Card Or A Usb Flash Memory Drive

    PhotoCapture Center How to print from a memory card or a USB Flash memory drive Before printing a photo you must first print a thumbnail index to choose the number of the photo you want to print. Follow the instructions below to start printing directly from your memory card or USB Flash memory drive: Make sure you have put the memory...

  • Page 46: Printing Photos

    Chapter 5 Press a or b to choose the type of paper you are using, Plain Paper, Inkjet Paper, Brother BP71 or Other Glossy. Press OK. Press a or b to choose the paper size you are using, Letter or A4.
  • Page 47 PhotoCapture Center Press a or b to choose the type of paper you are using, Plain Paper, Inkjet Paper, Brother BP71 or Other Glossy. Press OK. Press a or b to choose the paper size you are using, Letter, A4, 4"x 6" or 5"x 7".

  • Page 48: Dpof Printing

    Press a or b to choose DPOF Print:Yes. Press OK. Press a or b to choose the type of paper you are using, Plain Paper, Inkjet Paper, Brother BP71 or Other Glossy. Press OK. Press a or b to choose the paper size you are using, Letter, A4, 4"x 6"...

  • Page 49: Photocapture Center ® Print Settings

    2.PhotoCapture. Press OK. Press a or b to choose 2.Paper Type. Press OK. Press a or b to choose Plain Paper, Inkjet Paper, Brother BP71 or Other Glossy. Press OK. Press Stop/Exit. ® : Printing photos from a memory card or USB Flash memory drive ®...

  • Page 50: Color Enhancement (True2Life ® )

    Chapter 5 Color Enhancement ® (True2Life You can turn on the color enhancement feature to print more vivid images. Brightness Press Menu. Press a or b to choose 2.PhotoCapture. Press OK. Press a or b to choose 5.True2Life. Press OK. Press a or b to choose On (or Off).
  • Page 51 PhotoCapture Center White Balance You can adjust the white areas of an image and bring them back to pure white. Press Menu. Press a or b to choose 2.PhotoCapture. Press OK. Press a or b to choose 5.True2Life. Press OK. Press a or b to choose On (or Off).

  • Page 52: Cropping

    Chapter 5 Cropping If your photo is too long or wide to fit the available space on your chosen layout, part of the image will be automatically cropped. The default setting is On. If you want to print the whole image, turn this setting to Off. If you are also using the Borderless setting, turn the Borderless to Off.

  • Page 53: Scan To A Memory Card Or Usb Flash Memory Drive

    PhotoCapture Center Scan to a memory card or USB Flash memory drive You can scan black & white and color documents into a memory card or USB Flash memory drive. Black and white documents will be stored in PDF (*.PDF) or TIFF file formats (*.TIF).

  • Page 54: Changing The Black & White File Format

    USB Flash memory drive that is not supported has been connected to the USB direct interface (For more information, visit us at http://solutions.brother.com.). This message can also appear if you connect a broken device to the USB direct interface.

  • Page 55: Printing Photos From A Camera

    Printing photos from a camera Printing photos directly from a PictBridge 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 56: Printing Images

    Chapter 6 Printing Images Note Remove any memory cards or USB Flash memory drive from the machine before connecting a digital camera. Make sure that your camera is turned off. Connect your camera to the USB direct interface (1) port on the machine using the USB cable.

  • Page 57: Printing Photos Directly From A Digital Camera (Without Pictbridge)

    Printing photos directly from a digital camera (without PictBridge) If your camera is using the USB Mass Storage standard, you can connect your camera in storage mode. This enables you to print photos from your camera. If you would like to print photos in PictBridge mode, see Printing photos directly from a PictBridge camera on page 43.

  • Page 58: Understanding The Error Messages

    Chapter 6 Understanding the Error Messages Once you are familiar with the types of errors that can occur while you are printing from a camera, 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 59: Section Iv Software

    Section IV Software Software features...

  • Page 60: Software Features

    For Windows Note If you have not installed the software, see Viewing Documentation on page 2. From the Start menu, point to Brother, DCP-XXXX (where XXXX is your model number) from the programs group, then click User’s Guides in HTML format.
  • Page 61 Section V Appendixes Safety and Legal Troubleshooting and Routine Maintenance Menu and Features Specifications Glossary...

  • Page 62: Safety And Legal

    Safety and Legal Choosing a location Put your machine on a flat, stable surface that is free of vibration and shocks, such as a desk. Put the machine near a standard, AC power outlet. Choose a location where the temperature remains between 50°...

  • Page 63: 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. Doing this will prevent an electrical shock.
  • Page 64 DO NOT put your hands on the edge of the machine under the scanner cover. Doing this may cause injury. DO NOT put your hands on the edge of the paper tray under the paper tray cover. Doing this may cause injury.
  • Page 65 If the machine becomes hot, releases smoke, or generates any strong smells, immediately turn off the power switch unplug the machine from the AC power outlet. Call Brother Customer Service. (See Brother numbers on page i) If metal objects, water or other liquids get inside the machine, immediately turn off the power switch and unplug the machine from the AC power outlet.

  • Page 66: Important Safety Instructions

    Always make sure the plug is fully inserted. This product should be connected to an AC power source within the range indicated on the rating label. DO NOT connect it to a DC power source or inverter. If you are not sure, contact a qualified electrician.
  • Page 67 (See Brother numbers on page i.) 12 Wait until pages have exited the machine before picking them up. 13 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 68: Federal Communications Commission (Fcc) Declaration Of Conformity (Usa Only)

    For protection against the risk of electrical shock, always disconnect all cables from the wall outlet before servicing, modifying or installing the equipment. Brother cannot accept any financial or other responsibilities that may be the result of your use of this information, including direct, special or consequential damages. There are no warranties extended or granted by this document.

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

    International ENERGY STAR The purpose of the International ENERGY STAR popularization of energy-efficient office equipment. ® As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Brother Industries, Ltd. has determined that this product meets ® the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency. ® Compliance Statement ®...

  • Page 70: Legal Limitations For Copying

    Legal limitations for copying Color reproductions of certain documents are illegal and may 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 71: 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. © 2008 Brother Industries, Ltd. All rights reserved.

  • Page 72: B Troubleshooting And Routine Maintenance

    If you think there is a problem with your machine, check the chart below and follow the troubleshooting tips. Most problems can be easily resolved by yourself. If you need additional help, the Brother Solutions Center offers latest FAQs and troubleshooting tips. Visit us at http://solutions.brother.com.
  • Page 73 The ink cartridge was in your machine over six months. The ink cartridge may not have been stored properly before use. Make sure you are using Brother Original ink cartridges. Try using the recommended types of paper. (See Acceptable paper and other print media on page 13.)

  • Page 74: Copying Difficulties

    Use at least 24 bit color data with the True2Life When you print on Brother Photo paper, load one extra sheet of the same photo paper in the paper tray. An extra sheet has been included in the paper package for this purpose.
  • Page 75 Quick Setup Guide. Also, before you start FaceFilter Studio for the first time, you must make sure your Brother machine is turned on and connected to your computer. This will allow you to access all the functions of FaceFilter Studio.

  • Page 76: Error And Maintenance Messages

    The most common error and maintenance messages are shown below. You can correct most errors and routine maintenance messages by yourself. If you need more help, the Brother Solutions Center offers latest FAQs and troubleshooting tips. Visit us at http://solutions.brother.com. Error Message Cause B&W Print Only One or more of the color ink...
  • Page 77 Action Replace the empty ink cartridges. (See Replacing the ink cartridges on page 69.) Lift the scanner cover and then close it again. Firmly close the ink cartridge cover until it clicks. Press Stop/Exit. The machine will cancel the job and clear it from the memory.
  • Page 78 Printer jam or paper jam on page 67. Make sure the paper length guide is set to the paper side. Open the scanner cover and look inside the machine for any foreign objects. If the error message continues, disconnect the machine from the power source for several minutes then reconnect it.

  • Page 79: Printer Jam Or Paper Jam

    Pull the paper tray (1) out of the machine. Pull out the jammed paper (1) and press Stop/Exit. Reset the machine by lifting the scanner cover from the front of the machine and then close it. If you cannot remove the jammed...
  • Page 80 Close the Jam Clear Cover. Make sure the cover is closed properly. Lift the scanner cover (1) from the front of the machine until it locks securely into the open position. Make sure that there is no jammed paper left in the corners of the machine under the plastic covers.

  • Page 81: Routine Maintenance

    CAUTION 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 82 Press down to unlock the release lever and take out the ink cartridge for the color shown on the LCD. Open the new ink cartridge bag for the color shown on the LCD, and then take out the ink cartridge. Turn the green knob on the protective yellow cap clockwise until it clicks to release the vacuum seal, then remove...
  • Page 83 Gently push the ink cartridge in until it clicks, and then close the ink cartridge cover. The machine will automatically reset the ink dot counter. Note • If you replaced an ink cartridge, for example Black, the LCD may ask you to verify that it was a brand new one (Did You Change Blck?).

  • Page 84: Cleaning The Outside Of The Machine

    Note In addition to cleaning the scanner glass with a non-flammable glass cleaner, run your finger tip over the scanner glass to see if you can feel anything on it. If you feel dirt or debris, clean the scanner glass again concentrating on that area.

  • Page 85: Cleaning The Machine's Printer Platen

    Using both hands, use the plastic tabs on both sides of the machine to lift the scanner cover until it locks securely into the open position. Clean the machine’s printer platen (1). Troubleshooting and Routine Maintenance...

  • Page 86: Cleaning The Print Head

    Note If you clean the print head at least five times and the print has not improved, try installing a new Genuine Brother Brand replacement cartridge for each problem color. Try cleaning the print head again up to five more times. If the print has not improved call Brother Customer Service (see Brother numbers on page i).

  • Page 87: Checking The Print Alignment

    If ink is still missing, call Brother Customer Service (See Brother numbers on page i). CAUTION DO NOT touch the print head. Touching the print head may cause permanent damage and may void the print head's warranty.

  • Page 88: Checking The Ink Volume

    For 1200 dpi, press a or b to select the number of the test print that most closely matches the number 0 sample (1-8). 1200dpi Adjust Select Best #5 Press OK. Press Stop/Exit. Checking the ink volume You can check the ink that is left in the cartridge.

  • Page 89: Packing And Shipping The Machine

    Unplug the machine from the AC power outlet. Using both hands, use the plastic tabs on both sides of the machine to lift the scanner cover until it locks securely into the open position. Then unplug the interface cable from the machine, if it is connected.
  • Page 90 Do not pack the used ink cartridges in the carton. Note If you are returning your machine to Brother as part of the Exchange Service, pack only the machine. Keep all separate parts and printed materials to use with your ‘Exchange’ machine.

  • Page 91: Menu And Features

    Menu and Features On-screen programming Your machine is designed to be easy to operate with LCD on-screen programming using the menu keys. User-friendly programming helps you take full advantage of all the menu selections your machine has to offer. Since your programming is done on the LCD, we have created step-by-step on-screen instructions to help you program your machine.
  • Page 92 To access the menu mode: Press Menu. Choose an option. You can scroll more quickly through each menu level by pressing a or b for the direction you want. 1.Copy 2.PhotoCapture 3.Print Reports 4.Machine Info. 0.Initial Setup Press OK when that option appears on the LCD.

  • Page 93: Menu Table

    Choose & OK to accept Options Descriptions Sets the type of paper in Plain Paper* the paper tray. Inkjet Paper Brother BP71 Other Glossy Transparency Sets the size of the paper Letter* in the paper tray. Legal 4"x 6" Chooses the copy...
  • Page 94 The factory settings are shown in Bold with an asterisk. Options Descriptions Selects the print quality. Normal Photo* Selects the paper type. Plain Paper Inkjet Paper Brother BP71 Other Glossy* Selects the paper size. Letter 4"x 6"* 5"x 7" Selects the print size. 3"x 4" (Appears when A4 or 3.5"x 5"...
  • Page 95 Main Menu Submenu Menu Selections 2.PhotoCapture 5.True2Life True2Life:On (Continued) True2Life:Off* The factory settings are shown in Bold with an asterisk. Menu and Features Options Descriptions Adjusts the brightness. 1.Brightness -nnnno+ -nnnon+ -nnonn+* -nonnn+ -onnnn+ Adjusts the contrast. 2.Contrast -nnnno+ -nnnon+ -nnonn+* -nonnn+ -onnnn+...
  • Page 96 Main Menu Submenu Menu Selections — 2.PhotoCapture 6.Cropping (Continued) — 7.Borderless — 8.Print Date 0.Scan to Media 1.Quality 2.B/W File Type 3.ColorFile Type — 3.Print Reports 1.Help List — 2.User Settings — 4.Machine 1.Serial No. Info. — 0.Initial 1.Date&Time Setup 2.LCD Contrast —...

  • Page 97: D Specifications

    Specifications General Printer Type Print Method Memory Capacity LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) 16 characters × 1 line Power Source Power Consumption Dimensions Weight Noise Temperature Humidity Paper Tray This depends on printing conditions. Inkjet Piezo with 94 × 1 nozzle Black: Piezo with 94 ×...

  • Page 98: Print Media

    Print media Paper Input Paper Output Use only transparencies recommended for inkjet printing. For glossy photo paper or transparencies, we recommend removing printed pages from the output paper tray immediately after they exit the machine to avoid smudging. See Paper type and size for each operation on page 15. Paper Tray Paper type: Plain paper, inkjet paper (coated paper), glossy photo...

  • Page 99: Copy

    Document Size Multiple Copies Enlarge/Reduce Resolution Yes/Yes Scanner Glass Width: Max. 8.5 in. (215.9 mm) Scanner Glass Length: Max. 11.7 in. (297 mm) Stacks up to 99 pages 25% to 400% (in increments of 1%) (Black & White) Scans up to 1200×1200 dpi Prints up to 1200×1200 dpi...

  • Page 100: Photocapture Center

    PhotoCapture Center Compatible Media Resolution File Extension (Media Format) (Image Format) Color Enhacement Number of Files Folder Borderless Memory cards, adapters and USB Flash memory drive are not included. 16MB to 2GB 4GB to 8GB xD-Picture Card™ Conventional Card from 16MB to 512MB xD-Picture Card™...

  • Page 101: Pictbridge

    PictBridge Compatibility Interface Supports the Camera & Imaging Products Association PictBridge standard CIPA DC-001. Visit http://www.cipa.jp/pictbridge for more information. PictBridge (USB) Port Specifications...

  • Page 102: Scanner

    XP in this User’s Guide includes Windows XP Professional x64 Edition. Maximum 1200 × 1200 dpi scanning when using the WIA Driver for Windows (resolution up to 19200 × 19200 dpi can be selected by using the Brother scanner utility) Yes/Yes ®...

  • Page 103: Printer

    When you set the Borderless feature to On. See Paper type and size for each operation on page 15. ® 2000 Professional/XP/XP Professional x64 Edition/ ® driver supporting Brother Native Compression ® X 10.2.4 or greater: Brother Ink driver ] (Letter size) ] (Letter size) Specifications...

  • Page 104: Interfaces

    Interfaces A USB 2.0 interface cable that is no longer than 6 feet (2.0 m). Your machine has a USB 2.0 Full-speed interface. This interface is compatible with USB 2.0 Hi-Speed; however, the maximum data transfer rate will be 12 Mbits/s. The machine can also be connected to a computer that has a USB 1.1 interface.

  • Page 105: Computer Requirements

    G3 350MHz PowerPC 512 MB G4/G5 ® Intel Core™ Processor For the latest driver updates, visit www.brother.com. All trademarks, brand and product names are property of their respective companies. ® SP4 or ® Specifications Hard Disk Space to install Recommended...

  • Page 106: Consumable Items

    Yellow (LC61Y) Black - Approximately 450 pages Yellow, Cyan and Magenta - Approximately 325 pages For more information about the replacement consumables, visit us at http://www.brother.com/pageyield. Approx. cartridge yield is declared in accordance with ISO/IEC 24711. What is Innobella™? Innobella™ is a range of genuine consumables offered by Brother.

  • Page 107: E 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. Brightness Changing the Brightness makes the whole image lighter or darker. Contrast Setting to compensate for dark or light...

  • Page 108: Index

    Macintosh See Software User's Guide on the CD-ROM..Brother accessories and supplies ... ii Brother numbers ... i Customer Service ... i FAQs (frequently asked questions) ... i product support ... i service centers ... i Solutions Center ... i warranties ...
  • Page 109 ® Macintosh See Software User's Guide on the CD-ROM..Maintenance, routine replacing ink cartridges ...69 Menu Table ...79 Mode, entering PhotoCapture ...6 Scan ...6 Out of Memory message ...66 Paper ... 13 capacity ...16 loading ...8 size ...15 type ...15 PaperPort™...
  • Page 110 Safety Instructions ...54 Scanner glass cleaning ...72 using ...17 Scanning See Software User's Guide on the CD-ROM..Serial Number how to find... See inside front cover Shipping the machine ...77 Sleep Mode ...19 Temporary copy settings ...22 Transparencies ... 16 Troubleshooting ...60...
  • Page 111 EQUIPMENT ATTACHMENT LIMITATIONS (Canada only) NOTICE This product meets the applicable Industry Canada technical specifications.
  • Page 112 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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