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Brother MFC-230C Quick Setup Manual

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MFC-230C
Before you can use the machine, you must set up the hardware and install the software.
Please read this Quick Setup Guide for the correct setup procedure and installation instructions.
Installing the Driver & Software
Keep this Quick Setup Guide, the User's Guide and the supplied CD-ROM in a convenient place for
quick and easy reference at all times.
STEP 1
Setting Up the Machine
STEP 2
Setup is Complete!

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  • Page 1 MFC-230C Before you can use the machine, you must set up the hardware and install the software. Please read this Quick Setup Guide for the correct setup procedure and installation instructions. Setting Up the Machine Installing the Driver & Software Setup is Complete! Keep this Quick Setup Guide, the User’s Guide and the supplied CD-ROM in a convenient place for...

  • Page 2: Symbols Used In This Guide

    Symbols used in this guide Warning Warnings tell you what to do to prevent possible personal injury. Note Notes tell you how you should respond to a situation that may arise or give tips about how the current operation works with other features.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Getting Started Carton components ... 2 Control panel... 3 STEP 1 – Setting Up the Machine Removing the protective parts ... 4 Loading paper ... 4 Connecting the power cord and telephone line ... 6 Installing the ink cartridges... 7 Print quality check ...

  • Page 4: Getting Started

    Getting Started Carton components Carton components may vary from one country to another. Save all packing materials and the carton in case for any reason you must ship your machine. Quick Setup Guide Telephone Line Cord Black (LC51BK) A USB interface cable is not a standard accessory. Please make sure you use a USB 2.0 cable that is no longer than 6 feet (2 meters) long.

  • Page 5: Control Panel

    Control panel 1 Fax and telephone keys 2 Dial Pad 3 Mode keys 4 Fax Resolution key 5 Ink key 6 Start keys For the details of the control panel, see Control panel overview in Chapter 1 of the User’s Guide. Note When the machine is idle (not being used) it will return to the default display shown above.

  • Page 6: Step 1 Setting Up The Machine

    STEP 1 Setting Up the Machine Removing the protective parts Remove the protective tape and film covering the scanner glass. Remove the foam bag containing the ink cartridges from on top of the paper tray. Improper Setup DO NOT connect the USB cable. Connecting the USB cable is done during the software installation process.
  • Page 7 Fan the stack of paper well to avoid paper jams and misfeeds. Gently put the paper into the paper tray print side down and top edge first. Check that the paper is flat in the tray. 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.

  • Page 8: Connecting The Power Cord And Telephone Line

    STEP 1 Setting Up the Machine While holding the paper tray in place, pull out the paper support ( ) until it clicks, and then unfold the paper support flap ( ). Note Do not use the paper support flap ( ) for Legal size paper.

  • Page 9: Installing The Ink Cartridges

    Installing the ink cartridges Warning If ink gets in your eyes, wash them out with water at once, and if irritation occurs consult a doctor. Make sure that the power is turned on. The LCD shows: No Cartridge Open the ink cartridge cover (1). Pull all the lock release levers down and remove the yellow protective part (1).
  • Page 10 The first time the ink cartridges are installed the machine prepares and cleans the ink tube system. This initial process will take more time than a normal cleaning cycle but will happen only once. The LCD shows: brother Preparing System Approx 4 Minutes Cleaning Please Wait...

  • Page 11: Print Quality Check

    • 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 12: Choosing Your Language (Canada Only)

    STEP 1 Setting Up the Machine The LCD shows: Is Quality OK? 1.Yes 2.No If all lines are clear and visible, press 1 (Yes) on the dial pad to finish the quality check. If you can see missing short lines, press 2 (No) on the dial pad and go to step 5.

  • Page 13: Setting The Date And Time

    Setting the date and time The machine displays the date and time, and if you set up the station ID it will add it to each fax you send. Press Menu. Press 0. Press 2. Enter the last two digits of the year on the dial pad, and then press OK.

  • Page 14: Setting Tone Or Pulse Dialing Mode

    STEP 1 Setting Up the Machine Note (USA only) The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for any person to use a computer or electronic device to send any message via a telephone fax machine unless such messages clearly contain, in a margin at the top or bottom of each transmitted page, or on the first page of the transmission, the date and time it is...

  • Page 15: Sending In The Product Registration And Test Sheet (Usa Only)

    You will receive a confirmation fax of your Product Registration. You can also register your product online using the On-Line Registration link from the installation CD- ROM or visit http://www.brother.com/registration. Now go to Supplied CD-ROM ‘MFL-Pro Suite’ on the next page to install the drivers.
  • Page 16 Register your machine from the Brother Product Registration Page. Brother Support View contact information for Brother Customer Service and how to find a Brother Authorized Service Center. View our web site for original/genuine Brother supplies at http://www.brother.com/original/ for Supplies Information.

  • Page 17: Step 2

    Follow the instructions on this page for your operating system and interface. For the latest drivers, documentation, and to find the best solution for your problem, access the Brother Solution Center directly from the CD-ROM / Driver or visit http://solutions.brother.com.

  • Page 18: Windows

    Control screen appears, click Allow. Windows The CD-ROM main menu will appear. Click Install MFL-Pro Suite. If this window does not appear, use Windows Explorer to run the start.exe program from the root folder of the Brother CD-ROM. ® ®...
  • Page 19 Yes. The installation of the ScanSoft™ PaperPort™ 11SE will automatically start and is followed by the installation of MFL-Pro Suite. When the Brother MFL-Pro Suite Software License Agreement window appears, click Yes if you agree to the Software License Agreement.
  • Page 20 ( ) and close the scanner cover ( ). Turn on the machine by connecting the power cord. The installation of the Brother drivers will automatically start. The installation screens appear one after another. Please wait, it will take a few seconds for all the screens to appear.

  • Page 21: Installing Facefilter Studio

    Important Before you launch FaceFilter Studio for the first time, you must confirm MFL-Pro Suite is installed, your Brother machine is turned ON and connected to our computer. Open the main menu again by ejecting and then reinserting the CD-ROM disc or by double-clicking the start.exe program from the...

  • Page 22: Macintosh

    ® Macintosh Improper Setup a keyboard or a non-powered USB hub. Brother recommends that you connect the machine directly to your Macintosh cover from closing, or an error may occur. longer than 6 feet (2 meters) long. Lift the scanner cover to release the lock ( ).
  • Page 23 Please wait, it will take a few seconds for the software to install. After the installation, click Restart to finish installing the software. The Brother software will search for the Brother device. During this time the following screen will appear.
  • Page 24 Brother Solutions Center web site. Note ® When Presto! PageManager capability is added to Brother ControlCenter2. You can easily scan, share and organize photos and documents using Presto! ® Presto! PageManager installed and the installation is now complete.

  • Page 25: Installing Facefilter Studio Help

    Instructions on how to install FaceFilter Studio Help ® (For Windows users) To get instructions on how to use FaceFilter Studio, download and install FaceFilter Studio Help. Your computer must be connected to the internet. Installing FaceFilter Studio Help To run FaceFilter Studio, go to Start/All Programs/FaceFilter Studio in the Start menu.

  • Page 26: Consumables

    Consumables Replacement consumables When the time comes to replace ink cartridges, an error message will be indicated on the LCD. For more information about the ink cartridges for your machine, visit http://solutions.brother.com or contact your local Brother re-seller. Ink cartridge...
  • Page 27 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.
  • Page 28 USA/CAN...

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