Page 1 USER ’S GUIDE MFC-210C MFC-410CN Version A...
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Page 3: Compilation And Publication Notice
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Page 4: Safety Precautions
Safety precautions To use the MFC safely Please refer to these instructions for later reference and before attempting any maintenance. WARNING There are high voltage electrodes inside the MFC. Before you clean the MFC, make sure you have unplugged the telephone line cord first and then the power cord from the electrical socket.
Page 5 WARNING ■ Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines. Never touch telephone wires or terminals that are not insulated unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the wall socket. Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm. Never install a telephone wall socket in a wet location.
Page 6: Choosing A Location
Choosing a location Place your MFC on a flat, stable surface that is free of vibration and shocks, such as a desk. Put the MFC near a telephone socket and a standard, grounded electrical socket. Choose a location where the temperature remains between 10°...
Page 7: Quick Reference Guide
Quick Reference Guide Sending Black & White Faxes Automatic Transmission Sending a fax If it is not illuminated in green, press Load your document. Enter the fax number using Speed-Dial, Search or the dial pad. Mono Start Press The MFC starts scanning the first page.
Page 8 Dialling operations Speed-Dialling If it is not illuminated in green, press Load your document. Search/Speed Press Dial , press , and then press the two-digit Speed-Dial number. Mono Start Press Colour Start Using Search If it is not illuminated in green, press Load your document.
Page 9: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Introduction ... 1-1 Using this Guide ... 1-1 Finding information ... 1-1 Symbols used in this Guide ... 1-1 Control panel overview ... 1-2 Turning the MFC to Power Save condition... 1-4 Power Save Setting ... 1-5 Load documents ...
Page 10 Setup Send ... 3-1 How to enter Fax mode ... 3-1 How to dial ... 3-1 Manual dialling... 3-1 Speed-Dialling ... 3-2 Search ... 3-2 Fax Redial... 3-2 How to Fax (B&W and Colour) ... 3-3 Automatic transmission... 3-3 Colour fax transmission ... 3-4 Manual transmission...
Page 11 Setup Receive ... 4-1 Basic receiving operations... 4-1 Choosing the Receive Mode ... 4-1 To select or change your Receive Mode ... 4-2 Setting the Ring Delay ... 4-2 Setting the F/T Ring Time (Fax/Tel mode only)... 4-3 Fax Detect ... 4-4 Printing a reduced incoming fax (Auto Reduction) ...
Page 12 Printing reports ... 7-1 Fax settings and activity ... 7-1 Customizing the Transmission Verification Report ... 7-1 Setting the Journal Period ... 7-2 Printing reports ... 7-3 How to print a report ... 7-3 Making copies ... 8-1 Using the MFC as a copier ... 8-1 Enter Copy mode...
Page 13 Troubleshooting and routine maintenance ... 11-1 Troubleshooting ... 11-1 Error messages ... 11-1 Printer jam or paper jam ... 11-5 Paper is jammed inside the paper tray ... 11-5 Paper is jammed inside the MFC ... 11-6 If you are having difficulty with your MFC... 11-8 Compatibility ...
Page 14 Appendix A ... A-1 Telephone Service for Australia... A-1 Telstra What is the Advantage of using Telstra How does Telstra Set the Distinctive Ringing to ON ... A-3 Caller ID (Caller IDentification) ... A-3 Advantages of Caller ID... A-3 How Does the Caller ID Work?... A-4 The Caller ID Appears on the Display The Caller ID is Stored in Your MFC Memory ...
Page 15 Specifications ...S-1 Product description ...S-1 General...S-1 Print media ...S-2 Copy ...S-3 PhotoCapture Center...S-4 Fax...S-5 Scanner ...S-6 Printer ...S-7 Interfaces...S-7 Computer requirements ...S-8 Consumable items...S-9 Network (LAN) (MFC-410CN only) ...S-10 Optional External Wireless Print/Scan Server (NC-2200w) ...S-11 Index ... I-1 Remote Retrieval Access card (MFC-410CN only) ... R-1...
Page 16: Introduction
Introduction Using this Guide Thank you for buying a Brother Multi-Function Center (MFC). Your MFC is simple to use, with LCD screen instructions to guide you through programming it. You can make the most of your MFC by reading through this Guide.
Page 17: Control Panel Overview
Control panel overview Redial/Pause Redials the last number you called. It also inserts a pause in quick dial numbers. Hook Press before dialing if you want to make sure a fax machine will answer, and then press Mono Start or Colour Start. Ink Management Lets you clean the print heads, check the print quality, and check...
Page 18 Colour Start Lets you start sending faxes or make copies in full colour. Also lets you start a scanning operation (in colour or mono, depending on the scanning setting on your PC). < Stop/Exit Stops an operation or exits from the menu.
Page 19: Turning The Mfc To Power Save Condition
Turning the MFC to Power Save condition When the MFC is idle, you can turn it to Power Save condition by pressing the Power Save key. In Power Save mode, the MFC will receive telephone calls as normal. For further information on receiving faxes in the power save condition, please see the table on page 1-5.
Page 20: Power Save Setting
Press (For MFC-410CN) On/Off Setting Receive Mode Fax Receive:On Fax Only (default) External TAD Manual Fax/Tel* — Fax Receive:Off (For MFC-210C) On/Off Setting Receive Mode Fax Receive:On Fax Only (default) External TAD Manual Fax/Tel* — Fax Receive:Off Power Save Available Operations...
Page 21: Load Documents
Load documents Using the scanner glass You can use the scanner glass to fax pages of a book or one page at a time. Documents can be up to A4 size (21.6 to 29.7 cm). Lift the document cover. Using the document guidelines on the left, center the document face down on the scanner glass.
Page 22: About Paper
Recommended Paper To get the best print quality, we suggest using Brother paper. (See table below.) If Brother paper is not available in your country, we recommend testing various papers before purchasing large quantities.
Page 23: Handling And Using Special Paper
2 mm or longer ■ that are extremely shiny or highly textured ■ that were previously printed by a printer ■ that cannot be arranged uniformly when stacked ■ that are made with a short grain 1 - 8 INTRODUCTION...
Page 24 INTRODUCTION 1 - 9...
Page 25: Paper Weight, Thickness And Capacity
Paper weight, thickness and capacity Paper Type Cut Paper Plain Paper Inkjet Paper Glossy Paper Cards Photo Card Index Card Post Card Envelopes Transparencies * Up to 50 sheets for Legal size paper (80 gsm). * Up to 100 sheets of 80 gsm. Paper capacity of the output paper tray Output Paper Up to 25 sheets of 80 gsm (A4)
Page 26: Printable Area
12 mm *1 When you set the Borderless feature to On. Printable area depends on the Printer driver settings. The figures above are approximate and the printable area may vary depending on the type of cut sheet paper you are using.
Page 27: How To Load Paper, Envelopes And Post Cards
How to load paper, envelopes and post cards To load paper or other media Pull the paper tray completely out of the MFC and remove the output paper tray. Press and slide the paper side guide to fit the paper width. Paper Side Guide Pull out the paper support and unfold the paper support flap.
Page 28 Fan the stack of paper well to avoid paper jams and mis-feeds. Gently insert the paper into the paper tray print side down and the leading edge (top of the paper) in first. Check that the paper is flat in the tray and below the maximum paper mark.
Page 29: To Load Envelopes
To load envelopes ■ Use envelopes that weigh from 75-95 g/m ■ Some envelopes require margin settings in the application. Make sure you do a test print first. To prevent possible damage to the feeding mechanism, do not use the types of envelopes shown below. DO NOT USE ENVELOPES: ■...
Page 30: To Load Post Cards
Insert the envelopes into the paper tray with the address side down and the leading edge (top of the envelopes) in first. Slide the paper side guide to fit the width of the envelopes. If you have problems when printing on envelopes, try the following suggestions: Open the envelope flap.
Page 31: About Fax Machines
About fax machines Fax tones and handshake When someone is sending a fax, the MFC sends fax calling tones (CNG tones). These are quiet, intermittent beeps every 4-seconds. You’ll hear them after you dial and press Colour Start and they will continue for about 60 seconds after dialling.
Page 32: Ecm (Error Correction Mode)
ECM (Error Correction Mode) The Error Correction Mode (ECM) is a way for the MFC to check a fax transmission while it is in progress. If the MFC detects errors during fax transmission, it resends the pages of the fax that had an error.
Page 33: Getting Started
Getting started Initial Setup Setting the Date and Time When the MFC is not in use it will display the date and time. If you set up the Station ID the date and time displayed by your MFC will be printed on every fax you send. If there is a power failure, you may have to reset the date and time.
Page 34: Setting The Station Id
Setting the Station ID You should store your name or company name and fax number so they print on all fax pages you send. It is important that you enter the fax number in the internationally standardized format, i.e. in accordance with the following strict sequence: Menu/Set Press...
Page 35: Setting The Phone Line Type
Setting the Phone Line Type If you are connecting the MFC to a line that features ADSL to send and receive faxes, it is also necessary to change the Phone Line Type accordingly by completing the following steps. Menu/Set Press Press to select ADSL (or Normal ).
Page 36: General Setup
General Setup Setting the Mode Timer The MFC has four temporary mode keys on the control panel: PhotoCapture, Copy, Fax and Scan. You can change the number of seconds or minutes the MFC takes after the last Copy, Scan or PhotoCapture operation before it returns to Fax mode.
Page 37: Setting The Paper Size
Setting the Paper Size You can use five sizes of paper for printing copies: Letter, Legal, A4, A5, and 10 x 15 cm and three sizes for printing faxes: Letter, Legal and A4. When you change the type of paper you load in the MFC, you will need to change the setting for Paper Size at the same time so your MFC can fit an incoming fax on the page.
Page 38: Setting The Beeper Volume
Setting the Beeper Volume You can change the beeper volume. The default (factory) setting is Low . When the beeper is on, the MFC will beep when you press a key, make a mistake or you send or receive a fax. Menu/Set Press Press...
Page 39: Setting The Lcd Contrast
Setting the LCD Contrast You can adjust the LCD contrast for a sharper and more vivid display. If you are having difficulty reading the LCD from your position, try changing the contrast setting for improved viewing. Menu/Set Press Press to select Light or Dark . ▲...
Page 40: Setup Send
Setup Send How to enter Fax mode Before sending faxes, make sure ) is illuminated in green. If not, press ) to enter Fax mode. The default setting is Fax. How to dial You can dial in any way of the following ways. Manual dialling Press all of the digits of the phone or fax number.
Page 41: Speed-Dialling
Speed-Dialling Search/Speed Dial Press number. (See Storing Speed-Dial numbers on page 5-1.) If the LCD shows Not Registered when you enter the Speed-Dial number, a number has not been stored for it. Search You can search for names you have stored in the Speed-Dial Search/Speed Dial memories.
Page 42: How To Fax (B&W And Colour)
How to Fax (B&W and Colour) Automatic transmission You can use the scanner glass to fax pages of a book or one page at a time. The documents can be up to A4 size. To cancel, press Stop/Exit If it is not illuminated in green, press Load your document on the scanner glass.
Page 43: Colour Fax Transmission
Colour fax transmission Your MFC can send a colour fax to machines that support this feature. However, colour faxes cannot be stored in the memory. When you send a colour fax, the MFC will send it in real time (even if Real Time TX is set to Off ).
Page 44: Basic Sending Operations
Basic sending operations Sending faxes using multiple settings When you send a fax you can choose any combination of these settings: contrast, resolution, overseas mode, delayed fax timer (MFC-410CN only), polling transmission (MFC-410CN only) or real time transmission. If it is not illuminated in green, press After each setting is accepted, the LCD will ask if you want to enter more settings: Press...
Page 45: Fax Resolution
Fax Resolution Fax Resolution You can use the temporarily (for this fax only). In Fax mode Fax Resolution Menu/Set press —OR— You can change the default setting: If it is not illuminated in green, press Load your document. Menu/Set Press Press to select the resolution you want.
Page 46: Dual Access (Not Available For Colour Faxes)
Dual Access (Not available for colour faxes) You can dial a number, and begin scanning the fax into memory— even when the MFC is sending from memory or receiving faxes. The LCD shows the new job number and available memory. Your MFC normally uses Dual Access.
Page 47: Real Time Transmission
If you want to fax multiple pages from the scanner glass, Real Time Transmission should be set to Off . If it is not illuminated in green, press Load your document. For MFC-210C, press For MFC-410CN, press To change the default setting, press Menu/Set Press —OR—...
Page 48: Checking Job Status
Checking job status Check which jobs are still waiting in the memory to be sent. (If there are no jobs, the LCD shows No Jobs Waiting .) For MFC-210C, press For MFC-410CN, press If you have more than one job waiting, press through the list.
Page 49: Advanced Sending Operations
Advanced sending operations Broadcasting (Not available for colour faxes) Broadcasting is when the same fax message is automatically sent to more than one fax number. You can include Groups, Speed-Dial numbers and up to 50 manually dialled numbers in the same broadcast.
Page 50: Overseas Mode
■ If you did not use up any of the numbers for Groups, access codes or credit card numbers, you can ‘broadcast’ faxes to as many as 70 (MFC-210C) or 130 (MFC-410CN) different numbers. ■ The available memory will vary depending on the types of jobs in the memory and the number of locations used for broadcasting.
Page 51: Delayed Fax (Not Available For Colour Faxes) (Mfc-410Cn Only)
Delayed Fax (Not available for colour faxes) (MFC-410CN only) During the day you can store up to 50 faxes in the memory to be sent within 24 hours. These faxes will be sent at the time of day you enter in Step 4.
Page 52: Delayed Batch Transmission (Not Available For Colour Faxes) (Mfc-410Cn Only)
Delayed Batch Transmission (Not available for colour faxes) (MFC-410CN only) Before sending the delayed faxes, your MFC will help you economize by sorting all the faxes in the memory by destination and scheduled time. All delayed faxes that are scheduled to be sent at the same time to the same fax number will be sent as one fax to save transmission time.
Page 53: Setup For Polled Transmit With Secure Code (Not Available For Colour Faxes) (Mfc-410Cn Only)
Cancelling a job menu setting. (See Cancelling a scheduled job on page 3-9.) You can use Secure Polling only with another Brother fax machine. 3 - 14 SETUP SEND...
Page 54: Tx Lock (Key Lock For Some Countries)
TX Lock (Key Lock for some countries) TX Lock lets you prevent unauthorized access to the MFC. While TX Lock is On the following operations are available: ■ Receiving faxes ■ Fax Forwarding (If Fax Forwarding was already On) (MFC-410CN only) ■...
Page 55: Setting Up The Password
Setting up the password If you forget the TX Lock password, please contact your Brother dealer or Brother for assistance. Menu/Set Press Enter a 4-digit number for the password. Menu/Set Press If the LCD shows Verify: , re-enter the password.
Page 56: Turning Tx Lock Off
Turning TX Lock off Menu/Set Press Enter the registered 4-digit password. Menu/Set Press TX lock is automatically turned off. If you enter the wrong Password, the LCD shows Wrong Password and stays offline. The MFC will stay in TX Lock Mode until the registered password is entered.
Page 57: Setup Receive
Setup Receive Basic receiving operations Choosing the Receive Mode There are four different Receive Modes for your MFC. You can choose the mode that best suits your needs. How it works The MFC automatically Fax Only answers every call as a (automatic receive) fax.
Page 58: To Select Or Change Your Receive Mode
To select or change your Receive Mode If it is not illuminated in green, press Menu/Set Press Press to select Fax Only , Fax/Tel , External TAD or ▲ ▼ Manual . Menu/Set Press Stop/Exit Press Setting the Ring Delay The Ring Delay sets the number of times the MFC rings before it answers in Fax Only or Fax/Tel mode.
Page 59: Setting The F/T Ring Time (Fax/Tel Mode Only)
Setting the F/T Ring Time (Fax/Tel mode only) If you set the Receive Mode to Fax/Tel, you’ll need to decide how long the MFC will signal you with its special pseudo/double-ring when you have a voice call. (If it’s a fax call, the MFC prints the fax.) This pseudo/double-ring happens after the initial ringing from the phone company.
Page 60: Fax Detect
Fax Detect When you use this feature, you don’t have to press Colour Start , or the Fax Receive Code Zealand) when you answer a fax call. Selecting On allows the MFC to receive fax calls automatically, even if you lift the handset of an extension or external phone.
Page 61: Printing A Reduced Incoming Fax (Auto Reduction)
Printing a reduced incoming fax (Auto Reduction) If you choose On , the MFC automatically reduces an incoming fax to fit on one page of A4, Letter or Legal size paper. The MFC calculates the reduction ratio by using the page size of the document and your Menu/Set Paper Size setting ( If it is not illuminated in green, press...
Page 62: Reception Into Memory (Not Available For Colour Fax Reception)
Reception into memory (Not available for colour fax reception) As soon as the paper tray becomes empty during fax reception, the screen will display No Paper Fed ; please put some paper in the paper tray. (See How to load paper, envelopes and post cards on page 1-12.) If the Memory Receive is On at this time...
Page 63: Polling (Mfc-410Cn Only)
Secure Polling is a way to keep your documents and others from falling into the wrong hands while the MFC is set up for polling. You can use Secure Polling only with another Brother fax machine. Anyone who polls to receive a fax must enter the polling secure code.
Page 64: Setup For Polling Receive With Secure Code
Setup for Polling Receive with Secure Code You need to make sure you are using the same secure code as the other party. If it is not illuminated in green, press Menu/Set Press Press to select Secure . ▲ ▼ Menu/Set Press Enter a four-digit secure code.
Page 65: Sequential Polling
Sequential Polling The MFC can request documents from several fax units in a single operation. You just specify several destinations in Step 5. Afterwards, a Sequential Polling Report will be printed. If it is not illuminated in green, press Menu/Set Press Press to choose Standard , Secure or Timer .
Page 66: Quick-Dial Numbers And Dialling Options
20 Speed-Dial numbers and the MFC-410CN can store 80 numbers. Menu/Set Press Use the dial pad to enter a two-digit Speed-Dial location number (01-20 for MFC-210C, 01-80 for MFC-410CN). (For example, press Menu/Set Press Enter the phone or fax number (up to 20 digits).
Page 67: Changing Speed-Dial Numbers
Changing Speed-Dial numbers If you try to store a Speed-Dial number where a number has already been stored, the LCD will show the name that has been stored there (or number) and will ask you to do one of the following: Press to change the stored number.
Page 68: Setting Up Groups For Broadcasting
Then, you can combine them into a Group. Each Group uses up a Speed-Dial number. You can have up to six Groups, or you can assign up to 19 numbers (MFC-210C) or up to 79 numbers (MFC-410CN) to one large Group.
Page 69 Menu/Set Press Group. Use the dial pad and the chart on page B-11 to enter a name for the Group. Menu/Set Press (For example, type NEW CLIENTS). Stop/Exit Press You can print a list of all the Speed-Dial numbers. Group numbers will be marked in the GROUP column.
Page 70: Dialling Options
Dialling options There are two ways to dial. (See How to dial on page 3-1.) Access codes and credit card numbers Sometimes you may want to choose from several long distance carriers when you make a call. Rates may vary depending on the time and destination.
Page 71: Tone Or Pulse (Not Available In New Zealand)
Tone or Pulse (Not available in New Zealand) If you have a Pulse dialling service, but need to send Tone signals (for example, for telephone banking), follow the instructions below. If you have Touch Tone service, you will not need this feature to send tone signals.
Page 72: Remote Fax Options (Mfc-410Cn Only) (Not Available For Colour Faxes)
Remote Fax Options (MFC-410CN only) (Not available for colour faxes) Setting up Fax Forwarding When you select Fax Forward, your MFC stores the received fax in the memory. The MFC will then dial the fax number you’ve programmed and forward the fax message. Menu/Set Press Press...
Page 73: Setting Fax Storage
Before you can set up PC Fax Receive you must install the MFL-Pro Suite software on your PC. Make sure your PC is connected and turned on. (For details see Using Brother PC-FAX software on page 5-1 in Software User’s Guide on the CD-ROM.)
Page 74: Turning Off Remote Fax Options
Turning off Remote Fax Options If you set the Remote Fax Options to Off and there are faxes in your MFC’s memory, the LCD will give you two options. ■ If you press , all unprinted faxes will be printed and erased before the setting turns off.
Page 75: Remote Retrieval
Remote Retrieval You can call your MFC from any touch tone telephone or fax machine, then use the Remote Access Code and remote commands to retrieve fax messages. Using your Remote Access Code Dial your fax number from a telephone or another fax machine using touch tone.
Page 76: Remote Commands
Remote commands Follow the commands below to access features when you are away from the MFC. When you call the MFC and enter your Remote Access Code (3 digits followed by beeps and you must enter a remote command. Remote commands Change the Fax Forwarding or Fax Storage settings 1 OFF...
Page 77: Retrieving Fax Messages
Retrieving fax messages You can call your MFC from any touch tone phone and have your fax messages sent to a fax machine. Dial your fax number. When your MFC answers, immediately enter your Remote Access Code (3 digits followed by beep, you have messages.
Page 78: Printing Reports
Printing reports Fax settings and activity You need to set up the Transmission Verification Report and Journal Period in the menu table. Menu/Set Press —OR— Menu/Set Press Customizing the Transmission Verification Report You can use the Transmission Report as proof that you sent a fax. This report lists the time and date of transmission and whether the transmission was successful (OK).
Page 79: Setting The Journal Period
Setting the Journal Period You can set the MFC to print a journal at specific intervals (every 50 faxes, 6, 12 or 24 hours, 2 or 7 days). If you set the interval to Off , you can print the report by following the steps on the next page. The default setting is Every 50 Faxes .
Page 80: Printing Reports
1.Help List 2.Quick-Dial 3.Fax Journal 4.XMIT Verify 5.User Settings (MFC-410CN only) 6.Network Config (MFC-410CN only) How to print a report For MFC-210C, press For MFC-410CN, press Press to select the report you want. ▲ ▼ Menu/Set Press —OR— Enter the number of the report you want to print.
Page 81: Making Copies
Making copies Using the MFC as a copier You can use your MFC as a copier, making up to 99 copies at a time. Enter Copy mode Copy Before making copies, make sure that ) is illuminated Copy in green. If it is not, press ) to enter Copy mode.
Page 82: Making A Single Copy
Making a single copy Copy Press Load your document. (See Load documents on page 1-6.) Mono Start Press To stop copying, press Making multiple copies Copy Press Load your document. Use the dial pad to enter the number of copies you want (up to 99).
Page 83: Using The Copy Options Key (Temporary Settings)
Using the Copy Options key (Temporary settings) When you want to quickly change the copy settings temporarily for the next copy, use the combinations. Copy Options key These settings are temporary, and the MFC returns to its default settings 60 seconds after it finishes copying. However if you have set the Mode Timer to 0 or 30 seconds, the MFC returns to the default settings after the number of seconds that has been set for mode timer.
Page 84: Changing The Temporary Copy Settings
Changing the temporary copy settings Copy Options Use the settings temporarily for the next copy. Press Menu Selections Copy Options select Quality Enlarge/Reduce Paper Type Paper Size Brightness Page Layout (MFC-410CN only) No. of Copies After you choose your settings by pressing shows Set temporarily .
Page 85: Increasing Copy Speed Or Quality
Increasing copy speed or quality You can select the copy quality. The default setting is Normal . Recommended mode for ordinary printouts. Good Normal copy quality with adequate copy speed. Fast copy speed and lowest ink consumption. Use Fast FAST to save time (document to be proof-read, large documents or many copies).
Page 86: Enlarging Or Reducing The Image Copied
Enlarging or reducing the image copied You can select the following enlargement or reduction ratios. Custom(25-400%) allows you to enter a ratio from 25% to 400%. Press Copy Options to select Enlarge/Reduce Copy Press Load your document. Use the dial pad to enter the number of copies you want (up to 99).
Page 87: Setting Paper Type
Press to select the enlargement or reduction ratio you ▲ ▼ want. Menu/Set Press —OR— You can select Custom(25-400%) and press Use the dial pad to enter an enlargement or reduction ratio from 25% to 400% . Menu/Set Press (For example, press Mono Start Press Special Copy Options 2 in 1 (P), 2 in 1 (L), 4 in 1 (P), 4 in 1 (L)
Page 88: Setting Paper Size
Setting paper size If copying on paper other than A4 size, you will need to change the paper size setting. You can copy on Letter, Legal, A4, A5 or Photo Card (10 (W) cm x 15 (H) cm) paper. Copy Press Load your document.
Page 89: Making N In 1 Copies Or A Poster (Page Layout) (Mfc-410Cn Only)
Making N in 1 copies or a poster (Page Layout) (MFC-410CN only) You can reduce the amount of copies by using the N in 1 copy feature. This allows you to copy two or four pages onto one page, allowing you to save paper. It is also possible to create a poster. When you use the Poster feature your MFC divides your document into sections, then enlarges the sections so you can assemble them into a poster.
Page 90 Put the next document on the scanner glass. Menu/Set Press Repeat Steps 7 and 8 for each page of the layout. After all the pages of the document have been scanned, press to end. If Glossy has been selected in the Paper Type setting for N in 1 copies, the MFC will print the images as if Plain paper had been selected.
Page 91 Place document face down in the direction shown below. 2 in 1 (P) 2 in 1 (L) 4 in 1 (P) 4 in 1 (L) Poster (3X3) You can make a poster size copy of a photograph. 8 - 11 MAKING COPIES...
Page 92: Changing The Default Copy Settings
Changing the default copy settings You can save the copy settings you use most often by setting them as default. These settings will remain until you change them again. Increasing copy speed or quality Menu/Set Press Press to select Normal , Best or Fast . ▲...
Page 93: Adjusting Colour Saturation
Adjusting colour saturation Menu/Set Press Press to select Red , Green or Blue . ▲ ▼ Menu/Set Press Press to increase the colour saturation. ▲ —OR— Press to decrease the colour saturation. ▼ Menu/Set Press Return to Step 2 to select the next colour. —OR—...
Page 94: Legal Limitations
Legal limitations Colour 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 relevant authorities as to any particular questionable documents.
Page 95: 9 - 1 Walk-Up Photocapture Center
Walk-Up PhotoCapture Center Introduction Even if your MFC is not connected to your computer, you can print photos directly from the digital camera media. Your Brother MFC includes five media drives (slots) for use with popular digital camera media: CompactFlash ™...
Page 96: Photocapture Center Requirements
PhotoCapture Center To avoid error conditions, please remember: ■ The DPOF file on the media card must be in a valid format. (See DPOF printing on page 9-8.) ■ The image file extension must be .JPG (Other image file extensions .JPEG, .TIF, .GIF and so on will not be recognized). ■...
Page 97: Getting Started
Getting started Firmly insert the card into the appropriate slot. ™ SecureDigital ® Memory Stick SmartMedia PhotoCapture key indications: ■ PhotoCapture light is ON, the media card is inserted properly. ■ PhotoCapture light is OFF, the media card is not properly inserted. ■...
Page 98 The steps below give a brief outline of the Direct Printing feature. Please see the remaining pages of this chapter for more detailed instructions. Insert the media card firmly into the media drive (slot). When you insert your media card into the proper slot, the LCD shows.
Page 99: Printing The Index (Thumbnails)
Printing the Index (Thumbnails) The PhotoCapture Center No.1, No.2, No.3, and so on). It does not recognize any other numbers or file names that your digital camera or PC have used to identify the pictures. You can print a thumbnail page (Index page with 6 or 5 images per line). This will show all the pictures on the media card.
Page 100: Printing Images
Printing images Before you can print an individual image, you have to know the image number. Print the Index first. (See Printing the Index (Thumbnails) on page 9-5.) Make sure you have inserted the media card. PhotoCapture Press Press to choose Print Images . ▲...
Page 101 Paper Type & Paper Size Press to select the type of paper you are using, ▲ ▼ Letter Glossy , 10x15cm Glossy , 13x18cm Glossy , A4 Glossy , Letter Plain , A4 Plain , Letter Inkjet , A4 Inkjet or 10x15cm Inkjet . Menu/Set Press If you selected Letter or A4, go to Step 6.
Page 102: Dpof Printing
DPOF printing DPOF stands for Digital Print Order Format. Major Digital Camera manufacturers (Canon Inc., Eastman Kodak Company, Fuji Photo Film Co. Ltd., Matsushita Electric Industrial Co. Ltd. and Sony Corporation.) created this standard to make it easier to print images from a digital camera. If your digital camera supports DPOF printing, you will be able to select on the Digital Camera display the images and number of copies you want to print.
Page 103: Changing The Default Settings
Changing the default settings You can save the PhotoCapture Center by setting them as default. These settings will remain until you change them again. Increasing print speed or quality Menu/Set Press Press to select Normal or Photo . ▲ ▼ Menu/Set Press Stop/Exit...
Page 104: Adjusting Brightness
Adjusting brightness Menu/Set Press Press to make a lighter print. ▲ —OR— Press to make a darker print. ▼ Menu/Set Press Stop/Exit Press Adjusting contrast You can choose the contrast setting. More contrast will make an image look sharper and more vivid. Menu/Set Press Press...
Page 105 Press to select White Balance , Sharpness or ▲ ▼ Color Density . Menu/Set Press Press to adjust the degree of the setting. ▲ ▼ Menu/Set Press Stop/Exit Press ■ White Balance This setting adjusts the hue of the white areas of an image. Lighting, camera settings and other influences will effect the appearance of white.
Page 106: Cropping
The default setting is On . If you want to print the whole image, turn this setting to Off . For MFC-210C, press For MFC-410CN, press Press to select Off (or On ).
Page 107: Understanding The Error Messages
Understanding the Error Messages Once you are familiar with the types of errors that can occur while ™ you’re using the PhotoCapture Center , you can easily identify and troubleshoot any difficulties. When an error message appears on the LCD, the MFC will beep to get your attention.
Page 108: Using Photocapture Center
You can scan documents and save them onto a media card to quickly and easily make documents portable. (See Scan to Card (not available for MFC-3240C, MFC-210C and MFC-5440CN) on page 2-23 in Software User’s Guide on the CD-ROM.) ™...
Page 109: Important Information
Important information Important Information for Australia IMPORTANT-For Your Safety. To ensure safe operation the three-pin plug supplied must be inserted only into a standard three-pin power point which is effectively grounded through the normal household wiring. Extension cords used with the equipment must be three-conductor and be correctly wired to provide connection to ground.
Page 110: Compliance Statement
The purpose of the International E promote the development and popularization of energy-efficient office equipment. TAR ® As an E Partner, Brother Industries, Ltd. has determined NERGY that this product meets the E efficiency. Important safety instructions Read all of these instructions.
Page 111 This product is equipped with a 3-wire grounded plug, a plug having a third (grounded) pin. This plug will only fit into a grounded power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, call your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet.
Page 112: Important Information For New Zealand
Important Information for New Zealand Important Safety Instructions Read all of these instructions. Save them for later reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. The grant of a Telepermit for any item of terminal equipment indicates only that Telecom has accepted that the item complies with minimum conditions for connection to its network.
Page 113 All persons using this device for recording telephone conversations shall comply with New Zealand law. This requires that at least one party to the conversation is to be aware that it is being recorded. In addition, the Principles enumerated in the Privacy Act 1993 shall be complied with in respect to the nature of the personal information collected, the purpose for its collection, how it is to be used and what it disclosed to any other...
Page 114 Do not attempt to service this product yourself, because opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage points and/or other risks. Refer all servicing to service personnel. Unplug this product from the mains power and telephone line sockets, and refer servicing to qualified Service Personnel under the following conditions: ■...
Page 115: Important-For Your Safety
IMPORTANT-For Your Safety To ensure safe operation the three-pin plug supplied must be inserted only into a standard three-pin power point which is effectively grounded through the normal household wiring. Extension cords used with the equipment must be three-conductor and be correctly wired to provide connection to ground. Incorrectly wired extension cords are a major cause of fatalities.
Page 116: Important Information For Some Countries
Important Information for Some Countries Important Safety Instructions Read all of these instructions. Save them for later reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. Do not place this product near water.
Page 117 Authorized Service Personnel. A list of Authorized Service Centres has been included for your convenience, or you may contact the Brother Dealer for Service. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to Authorized Service Personnel under the following conditions: ■...
Page 118: Lan Connection (Mfc-410Cn Only)
This equipment may not be used on coin service lines provided by the telephone company or connected to party lines. 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.
Page 119: Trademarks
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. © 2004 Brother Industries, Ltd. All rights reserved. Windows and Microsoft are registered trademarks of Microsoft in the U.S.
Page 120: Troubleshooting And Routine Maintenance
MFC identifies the problem and displays an error message. The most common error messages are shown below. You can correct most problems 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 121 Reinsert the correct media card. Add paper, and then press Mono Start or Colour Start. See Printer jam or paper jam on page 11-5. Verify the number and try again. Set up the Speed Dial number. (See Storing Speed-Dial numbers on page...
Page 122 (See Printing a fax from the memory (MFC-410CN only) on page 4-5.) (Printing operation in process) Reduce print resolution. (See Printer jam or paper jam on page 11-5.) Reload the correct size of paper (Letter, Legal or A4), and then press Mono Start or Colour Start.
Page 123 To keep all faxes in the MFC’s memory, press 2. 4. After faxes are transferred, disconnect the MFC from the power source for several minutes and then reconnect it. (For details see Using Brother PC-FAX software on page 5-1 in Software User’s Guide on the CD-ROM.)
Page 124: Printer Jam Or Paper Jam
Printer jam or paper jam Remove the jammed paper depending on where it is jammed in the MFC. Paper is jammed inside the paper tray Pull the paper tray out of the MFC. Pull out the jammed paper to remove it.
Page 125: Paper Is Jammed Inside The Mfc
Paper is jammed inside the MFC Remove the Jam Clear Cover. Pull the jammed paper out of the MFC. Re-insert the Jam Clear Cover. If you can not pull out the jammed paper, lift the scanner cover from the right-hand side of the MFC until it locks securely into the open position.
Page 126 Lift the scanner cover to release the lock. Gently push the scanner cover support down and close the scanner cover. TROUBLESHOOTING AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCE 11 - 7...
Page 127: If You Are Having Difficulty With Your Mfc
If you are having difficulty with your MFC If you think there is a problem with your MFC, check the chart below and follow the troubleshooting tips. The Brother Solutions Center offers the latest FAQs and troubleshooting tips. Visit us at http://solutions.brother.com.
Page 128 1-7.) Don’t handle the paper until the ink is dry. Stains appear on the reverse Make sure the Printer Platen is not dirty with ink. (See Cleaning the MFC side or at the bottom of the printer platen on page 11-23.) page.
Page 129 DIFFICULTY Phone Line or Connections Dialling does not work. (No dial tone) Receiving Faxes Cannot receive a fax Sending Faxes Cannot send a fax Transmission Verification Report says ‘Result:NG’ or ‘Result:ERROR’. Poor sending quality. Vertical black lines when sending. 11 - 10 TROUBLESHOOTING AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCE SUGGESTIONS Check the MFC is plugged in.
Page 130 Poor copy results Try using the scanner glass. (See Using the scanner glass on page 1-6.) Scanning Difficulties TWAIN/WIA errors appear Make sure the Brother TWAIN/WIA driver is selected as the primary while scanning. source. In PaperPort Brother TWAIN/WIA driver.
Page 131 DIFFICULTY ™ PhotoCapture Center Difficulties Removable Disk does not work properly. Cannot access Removable Disk from Desktop icon. (MFC-410CN only) Network Difficulties (MFC-410CN only) I cannot print over the Network 11 - 12 TROUBLESHOOTING AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCE SUGGESTIONS a)Have you installed the Windows If not, do the following: 1.
Page 132: Compatibility
Compatibility If you are having difficulty sending or receiving a fax due to possible interference on the phone line, we recommend that you adjust the Equalization for compatibility. The MFC adjusts the modem speed for fax operations. Menu/Set Press Press to select Basic (or ▲...
Page 133: How To Improve Print Quality
The MFC will clean the print head. When cleaning is finished, the MFC will go back to standby mode automatically. If you clean the print head at least five times and the print has not improved, call your Brother dealer for service. 11 - 14 TROUBLESHOOTING AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCE...
Page 134: Checking The Print Quality
Checking the print quality If faded or streaked colours and text appears on your output, some of the nozzles may be clogged. You can check this by printing the Print Quality Check Sheet and looking at the nozzle check pattern. Ink Management Press Press...
Page 135 Quality Check Sheet. If the problem still exists, repeat the cleaning and test print procedures at least five times for the new ink cartridge. If ink is still missing, call your Brother dealer for service. Caution Do NOT touch the print head. Touching the print heads may cause permanent damage and may void the print head’s warranty.
Page 136: Checking The Printing Alignment
Checking the printing alignment You should rarely need to adjust the printing alignment however, if after transporting the machine your printed text becomes blurred or images become faded then adjustment may need to be made. Ink Management Press Press to select Test Print . ▲...
Page 137: Checking The Ink Volume
You can check the ink volume from your computer. (See MFC Remote Setup (not available for DCP-110C, DCP-310CN and MFC-210C) on page 4-1 in Software User’s Guide on the CD-ROM or MFC Remote Setup (Mac OS (not available for DCP-110C, DCP-310CN and MFC-210C) on page 8-43 in Software User’s Guide on the CD-ROM.)
Page 138: Packing And Shipping The Mfc
Packing and shipping the MFC Whenever you transport the MFC, use the packing materials that came with your MFC. If you do not pack the MFC properly, you could void your warranty. Caution It is important to allow the MFC to ‘park’ the print head after a print job.
Page 139 Lift the scanner cover to release the lock. Gently push the scanner cover support and close the scanner cover. Unplug the MFC from the telephone wall socket and remove the telephone line cord from MFC. Unplug the MFC from the electrical socket. Unplug the USB cable or LAN cable from the MFC, if it is connected.
Page 140 Pack the printed materials in the original carton as shown below. Do not pack the used ink cartridges in the carton. Close the carton. TROUBLESHOOTING AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCE 11 - 21...
Page 141: Routine Maintenance
Routine maintenance Cleaning the scanner Unplug the MFC and lift the document cover. Clean the scanner glass with isopropyl alcohol on a soft lint-free cloth. Clean the glass strip under the film with isopropyl alcohol on a lint-free cloth. Glass Strip 11 - 22 TROUBLESHOOTING AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCE Document Cover...
Page 142: Cleaning The Mfc Printer Platen
Be sure to unplug the MFC from the electrical socket before cleaning the printer platen. ■ If ink is scattered on or around the printer platen be sure to wipe it off with a soft, dry, lint-free cloth. Printer Platen...
Page 143: Replacing The Ink Cartridges
Replacing the ink cartridges Your MFC is equipped with an ink dot counter. The ink dot counter automatically monitors the level of ink in each of the 4 cartridges. When the MFC detects an ink cartridge is running out of ink, the MFC will notify you with a message on the LCD.
Page 144 Remove the cartridge covers. Cartridge Cover Do not touch the area shown in the illustration above. If the cartridge cover comes off when you open the bag the cartridge will not be damaged. Each colour has its own correct position. Keep the ink cartridge in an upright position when you insert it into slot.
Page 145 If you replaced an ink cartridge while Near Empty was displayed on the LCD, the LCD may ask you to verify that it was a brand new one. Example: Did You Change Blck? 1.Yes 2.No . For each new cartridge you installed, press pad to automatically reset the ink dot counter for that colour.
Page 146 If damage is caused to the print head or other parts of this machine as a result of the use of ink or ink cartridges other than genuine Brother products due to the incompatibility or lack of suitability of those products with this machine, any repairs required as a result will not be covered by the warranty.
Page 147: A Appendix A
Appendix A Telephone Service for Australia ® Telstra FaxStream ® ® Telstra FaxStream Telephone Service (PSTS) offered by Telstra have an additional number on one phone line, with its own distinctive ® ring pattern. Telstra that helps users distinguish voice and facsimile calls. With ®...
Page 148: How Does Telstra Faxstream Duet Work
® How does Telstra Incoming calls to the voice number, will have the standard ring pattern of long, long tone, followed by a pause, repeated, while the new fax number will have a different ring pattern of three short bursts of ring, repeated at regular intervals.
Page 149: Set The Distinctive Ringing To On
Set the Distinctive Ringing to ON Disconnect the fax machine from any TAD or telephone company voice mail. Menu/Set Press The screen displays the current setting of this feature. Press to select On (or Off ). ▲ ▼ Menu/Set Press Stop/Exit Press Caller ID (Caller IDentification)
Page 150: How Does The Caller Id Work
How Does the Caller ID Work? The Caller ID Appears on the Display When Your Telephone Rings As your telephone rings, the display shows you the caller’s phone number or name if the name has stored in the One-Touch and Speed-Dial.
Page 151: Viewing Caller Id List
Viewing Caller ID List Caller ID memory stores information for up to thirty calls; when the thirty-first call comes in, information about the first call is erased. You can scroll through Caller ID information to review those calls made to your MFC.
Page 152: Telephone Service For New Zealand
Telephone Service for New Zealand FaxAbility FaxAbility is a service offered by Telecom that allows you to have an additional number on one phone line, with its own distinctive ring pattern. This way, when you get an incoming call, you can identify the number being called by its ring.
Page 153: How Does Faxability Work
How Does FaxAbility Work? Your telephone number will have the standard ring pattern of long, long tone, while the new number will have a ring pattern of long, silence, long, etc. When FaxAbility is On , you will not hear the first ring of all incoming calls on the fax machine.
Page 154: How To Turn Faxability Off Or On
How to Turn FaxAbility OFF or ON The FaxAbility function is designed to accommodate the FaxAbility service provided by Telecom. To change the setting, repeat Steps 1-3; Step 2 is where you can select either On or Off . Call Waiting beeps caused by incoming calls on your main number can affect fax transmissions.
Page 155: Caller Id (Caller Identification
Caller ID (Caller IDentification) Caller ID is a telephone service that allows the subscriber to see a display of the caller’s phone number and name if available as the telephone rings. It is a fast way to screen your calls. You can respond quickly to calls you missed, because Caller IDs are received and stored in your MFC memory.
Page 156: Viewing Caller Id List
Viewing Caller ID List Caller ID memory stores information for up to thirty calls; when the thirty-first call comes in, information about the first call is erased. You can scroll through Caller ID information to review those calls made to your MFC.
Page 157: Telephone Service For Some Countries
Telephone Service for Some Countries Distinctive Ringing (For Singapore and Hong Kong) This MFC feature lets you use the Distinctive Ringing subscriber service offered by some telephone companies, which allows you to have several telephone numbers on one phone line. Each phone number has its own Distinctive Ringing pattern, so you will know which phone number is ringing.
Page 158: Caller Id (For Singapore And Hong Kong
Caller ID (For Singapore and Hong Kong) The Caller ID feature of this MFC lets you use the Caller ID subscriber service offered by many local phone companies. This service provides you, by means of the screen display, the telephone number (or name) of your caller as the line rings.
Page 159: Viewing Caller Id List
Viewing Caller ID List Caller ID memory stores information for up to thirty calls; when the thirty-first call comes in, information about the first call is erased. You can scroll through Caller ID information to review those calls made to your MFC.
Page 160: Advanced Receiving Operations
Advanced receiving operations Operation from extension telephones If you answer a fax call on an extension telephone, or an external telephone into the correct socket on the MFC, you can make your MFC take the call by using the Fax Receive Code. When you press the Fax Receive Code to receive a fax.
Page 161: Using A Cordless External Handset
Using a cordless external handset If the base unit of your cordless telephone is connected (see page A-16) and you typically carry the cordless handset elsewhere, it is easier to answer calls during the Ring Delay. If you let the MFC answer first, you will have to go to the MFC so you can press to transfer the call to the cordless handset.
Page 162: Connecting An External Device To Your Mfc
Connecting an external device to your Connecting an external telephone You can connect a separate telephone as shown in the diagram below. (Example for Australia) When you are using a TAD, the LCD shows Ext. Tel in Use . Extension Telephone External Telephone...
Page 163: Connecting An External Telephone Answering Device (Tad
Connecting an external telephone answering device (TAD) Sequence You may choose to connect an additional answering device. However, when you have an external TAD on the same telephone line as the MFC, the TAD answers all calls and the MFC “listens” for fax calling (CNG) tones.
Page 164 Unless you are using Distinctive Ring, do not connect a TAD elsewhere on the same phone line. (Example for Australia) When you are using a TAD, the LCD shows Telephone . APPENDIX A A - 18...
Page 165: Connections
Connections The external TAD must be connected as shown above. Set your external TAD to one or two rings. (The MFC’s Ring Delay setting does not apply.) Record the outgoing message on your external TAD. Set the TAD to answer calls. Set the Receive Mode to External TAD .
Page 166: B Appendix B
Appendix B On-screen programming Your MFC is designed to be easy to use with LCD on-screen programming using the navigation keys. User-friendly programming helps you take full advantage of all the menu selections your MFC 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 MFC.
Page 167: Navigation Keys
Navigation keys You can access the menu mode by pressing When you enter the menu, the LCD scrolls. Press for General Setup menu —OR— Press for Fax menu —OR— Press for Copy menu Press for Initial Setup You can scroll more quickly through each menu level by pressing the arrow for the direction you want: Select an option by pressing the LCD.
Page 168 Select & Set Main Menu Submenu 1.General 1.Mode Timer Setup 2.Paper Type 3.Paper Size 4.Volume 5.P.Save Setting 6.LCD Contrast The factory settings are shown in Bold. Select & Set Menu Options Selections — 5 Mins 2 Mins 1 Min 30 Secs 0 Sec —...
Page 169 Main Menu Submenu 2.Fax 1.Setup Receive (In Fax mode only) 2.Setup Send (In Fax mode only) The factory settings are shown in Bold. B - 4 APPENDIX B Menu Options Selections 1.Ring Delay 02-10(02) (Example for Australia) 2.F/T Ring 70 Sec Time 40 Sec 30 Sec...
Page 170 (Continued) 3.Set Quick-Dial 4.Report Setting The factory settings are shown in Bold. Menu Options Selections 4.Batch TX (MFC-410CN only) 3.Real Time (MFC-210C Next Fax Only only) 5.Real Time (MFC-410CN only) 6.Polled TX Standard (MFC-410CN Secure only) 4.Overseas Mode (MFC-210C only) 7.Overseas...
Page 171 Main Menu Submenu 2.Fax 5.Remote Fax (Continued) (MFC-410CN only) 5.Remaining Jobs (MFC-210C only) 6.Remaining Jobs (MFC-410CN only) 0.Miscellaneous 3.Copy 1.Quality The factory settings are shown in Bold. B - 6 APPENDIX B Menu Options Selections 1.Forward/Store Fax Forward Fax Storage PC Fax Receive 2.Remote...
Page 172 Main Menu Submenu 3.Copy 2.Brightness (Continued) 3.Contrast 4.Color Adjust 4.PhotoCapture 1.Print Quality 2.Paper & Size 3.Brightness 4.Contrast The factory settings are shown in Bold. Menu Options Selections — — 1.Red 2.Green 3.Blue — Normal Photo — Letter Glossy 10x15cm Glossy 13x18cm Glossy A4 Glossy Letter Plain...
Page 173 Main Menu Submenu 4.PhotoCapture 5.Color Enhance (Continued) (MFC-410CN only) 5.Cropping (MFC-210C only) 6.Cropping (MFC-410CN only) 6.Borderless (MFC-210C only) 7.Borderless (MFC-410CN only) 8.Scan to Card (MFC-410CN only) The factory settings are shown in Bold. See the complete Software User’s Guide on the CD-ROM.
Page 174 Main Menu Submenu 5.LAN 1.Setup TCP/IP (MFC-410CN only) The factory settings are shown in Bold. Menu Options Selections 1.BOOT Auto Method Static RARP BOOTP DHCP [000-255]. 2.IP Address [000-255]. [000-255]. [000-255] [000-255]. 3.Subnet Mask [000-255]. [000-255]. [000-255] [000-255]. 4.Gateway [000-255]. [000-255].
Page 175 Main Menu Submenu 5.LAN 2.Setup Misc. (MFC-410CN only) (Continued) 0.Factory Reset 5.Print 1.Help List Reports 2.Quick-Dial (MFC-210C only) 3.Fax 6.Print Journal Reports 4.XMIT (MFC-410CN Verify only) 5.User Settings (MFC-410CN only) 6.Network Config (MFC-410CN only) 0.Initial 1.Receive Setup Mode 2.Date/Time 3.Station ID 4.Tone/Pulse...
Page 176: Entering Text
Entering Text When you are setting certain menu selections, such as the Station ID, you may need to type text into the MFC. Most number keys have three or four letters printed above them. The keys for not have printed letters because they are used for special characters.
Page 177: Special Characters And Symbols
Special characters and symbols Press , and then press the special character or symbol you want. Then press select it. Press Press Press B - 12 APPENDIX B to move the cursor under (space) ! " # $ % & ’ ( ) : ;...
Page 178: Glossary
Glossary Auto Reduction Reduces the size of incoming faxes. Automatic fax transmission Sending a fax without picking up the handset of an external phone. Automatic Redial A feature that enables your MFC to redial the last fax number after five minutes if the fax did not go through because the line was busy.
Page 179 External phone A TAD (telephone answering device) or telephone that is connected to your MFC. F/T Ring Time The length of time that the Brother MFC rings (when the Receive Mode setting is Fax/Tel) to notify you to pick up a voice call that it answered.
Page 180 Fax Receive Code Press this code ( when you answer a fax call on an extension or external phone. Fax Storage (MFC-410CN only) You can store faxes in memory. Fax tones The signals sent by sending and receiving fax machines while communicating information.
Page 181 Pause Allows you to place a 3.5 second delay in the dialling sequence stored on Speed-Dial numbers. Press as many times as needed for longer pauses. PhotoCapture Center digital camera at high resolution for photo quality printing. Photo resolution A resolution setting that uses varying shades of gray for the best representation of photographs.
Page 182 Speed-Dial A pre-programmed number for easy dialling. You must Search/Speed Dial press the Mono Start Colour Start Standard resolution 203 x 97 dpi. It is used for regular size text and quickest transmission. Station ID The stored information that appears on the top of faxed pages.
Page 183: Specifications
8 MB (MFC-210C) 16 MB (MFC-410CN) Up to 100 Sheets (80 gsm) Ink Jet Piezo with 74 × 5 nozzles 16 characters × 1 line (MFC-210C) 16 characters × 2 lines (MFC-410CN) 220 - 240V 50/60Hz (MFC-210C) Power Save Mode: Under 3.5 watts...
Page 184: Print Media
Weight Noise Temperature Humidity Print media Paper Input Paper Output 5 kg Operating: 42.5 to 51 dB* * It depends on printing conditions Operating: 10 - 35°C Best Print Quality: 20 - 33°C Operating: 20 to 80% (without condensation) Best Print Quality: 20 to 80% (without condensation) Paper Tray...
Page 185: Copy
Up to 11 pages/minute (A4 paper)* * Does not include the time it takes to feed the paper. Based on Brother standard pattern. (Fast mode/Stack Copy) Copy speeds vary with the complexity of the document. Stacks up to 99 pages...
Page 186: Photocapture Center
* Progressive JPEG format is not supported. Up to 999 files in the media card File must be in the 3rd folder level of the Media Card. Letter, A4, Photo Card (MFC-410CN) Photo Card (MFC-210C) ™ SPECIFICATIONS S - 4...
Page 187: Fax
3.85 line/mm (Black) 7.7 line/mm (Colour) Fine - 7.7 line/mm (Black/Colour) Photo - 7.7 line/mm (Black) Superfine - 15.4 line/mm (Black) 20 stations (MFC-210C) 80 stations (MFC-410CN) 70 stations (MFC-210C) 130 stations (MFC-410CN) 3 times at 5 minute intervals 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 or 10 rings (for Australia)
Page 188: Scanner
Memory Transmission Out of Paper Reception “Pages” refers to the “Brother Standard Chart No. 1” (a typical business letter, Standard resolution, MMR code). Specifications and printed materials are subject to change without prior notice. "Pages" refers to the "ITU-T Test Chart #1" (a typical business letter, Standard resolution, MMR code).
Page 189: Printer
20 pages/minute (Black)* up to 15 pages/minute (Colour)* * Based on Brother standard pattern. A4 size in draft mode. Does not include the time it takes to feed the paper. 204 mm (216 mm)* * When you set the Borderless feature to On.
Page 190: Computer Requirements
® Mac OS 10.2.4 or greater NOTE: All registered trademarks referenced herein are the property of their respective companies. For the latest drivers, go to the Brother Solutions Center at http://solutions.brother.com/ ® Microsoft Internet Explorer 5 or greater. Maximum 1200 x 1200 dpi scanning with Windows be selected using the Brother Utility.)
Page 191: Consumable Items
Consumable items Service Life of Ink Cartridge Replacement Consumables S - 9 SPECIFICATIONS The MFC uses individual Black, Yellow, Cyan and Magenta ink cartridges that are separate from the print head assembly. Black - Approximately 500 pages at 5% coverage Yellow, Cyan and Magenta - Approximately 400 pages at 5% coverage The above figures are based upon the following...
Page 192: Network (Lan) (Mfc-410Cn Only
Network (LAN) (MFC-410CN only) Support for Protocols You can connect your MFC to a network for Network Printing, Network Scanning and PC Fax Send. Also included is Brother BRAdmin Professional Network Management software. ® Windows 98/98SE/Me/2000/XP ® Mac OS 8.6 - 9.2, Mac OS...
Page 193: Optional External Wireless Print/Scan Server (Nc-2200W
Optional External Wireless Print/Scan Server (NC-2200w) NC-2200w External Wireless Print/Scan Server (Optional) Network types Support for Protocols S - 11 SPECIFICATIONS Connecting the optional External Wireless Print/Scan Server (NC-2200w) to your MFC will allow you to print and scan over a wireless network. IEEE 802.11b wireless LAN ®...
Page 194: Index
Cancelling Fax Forwarding ... 6-1 fax jobs in memory ... 3-9 jobs awaiting redial ... 3-9 Cleaning print head ... 11-14 printer platen ... 11-23 scanner ... 11-22 CNG tones ...1-16 Connecting external TAD ...A-17 external telephone ...A-16 Consumable items ...S-9 Control panel overview ...
Page 195 Out of Memory ... 11-3 Unable to Change ... 11-4 Unable to Clean ... 11-4 Unable to Init..11-4 Unable to Print ... 11-4 Unable to Scan ... 11-4 Extension telephone, using ... A-14 External telephone, connecting ... A-16 Fax codes changing ...
Page 196 Maintenance, routine ... 11-22 Manual dialling ...3-1 receive ...4-1 transmission ... 3-4 Memory Storage ...B-1 Menu Selection Table ...B-1 Mode, entering Copy ... 8-1 Fax ... 3-1 PhotoCapture Center Scan ... 1-2 Paper ... 1-7, S-2 Size ... 2-5 Type ... 2-4 Phone line connections ...A-19 difficulties ...
Page 197 Reports ... 7-1 Fax Journal ... 7-2 Journal Period ... 7-2 Help List ... 7-3 how to print ... 7-3 Network Configuration ... 7-3 Quick-Dial List ... 7-3 Transmission Verification ... 7-1, 7-3 User Settings ... 7-3 Resolution copy ... S-3 fax (Standard, Fine, SuperFine, Photo) ...
Page 198: Remote Retrieval Access Card (Mfc-410Cn Only
Remote Retrieval Access card (MFC-410CN only) If you plan to receive fax messages while away from your MFC, carrying the Remote Retrieval Access Card printed below will serve as a convenient reminder of the retrieval procedures. Simply cut out the card and fold it to fit your wallet or organizer. Keeping it handy will help you derive the full benefit of your MFC’s Fax Forwarding, and Remote Retrieval features.
Page 199 Fold Fold R - 2...
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Remote Fax Options (MFC-410CN Only) (Not Available for Colour Faxes)

Printing Reports

Making Copies

9 - 1 Walk-Up Photocapture Center

Important Information

Troubleshooting and Routine Maintenance

Glossary

Specifications

Index

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