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User's Guide
DCP-1600E
DCP-1602(E)
DCP-1610W(E)
DCP-1612W
MFC-1900(E)
MFC-1905
MFC-1910W(E)
Not all models are available in all countries.
Version 0
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  • Page 1 User’s Guide DCP-1600E DCP-1602(E) DCP-1610W(E) DCP-1612W MFC-1900(E) MFC-1905 MFC-1910W(E) Not all models are available in all countries. Version 0...

  • Page 2: Brother Numbers

    Frequently asked questions (FAQs) The Brother Solutions Center is our one-stop resource for all your machine needs. You can download the latest drivers, software and utilities, read FAQs and troubleshooting tips to learn how to get the most from your Brother product.
  • Page 3 This Guide provides useful information PDF file / Brother Solutions Guide for Brother about printing from your mobile device and Center iPrint&Scan scanning from your Brother machine to your ® mobile device when connected on a Wi-Fi (For wireless network network. models)

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Accessing Brother Utilities (Windows )..............2 Accessing the Software and Network User’s Guide ..........3 Viewing Documentation................... 3 Accessing Brother CreativeCenter ................ 4 Control panel overview ..................5 Menu and features for MFC models ..............8 On-screen programming.................. 8 Menu table....................... 9 0.Initial Setup....................
  • Page 5 Loading documents How to load documents ..................55 Using the automatic document feeder (ADF) (ADF models only) ....55 Using the scanner glass ................55 Sending a fax (MFC models) How to send a fax ....................57 Cancelling a fax in progress ................57 Broadcasting....................58 Receiving a fax (MFC models) Receive modes ....................59 Choosing the receive mode ................59...
  • Page 6 Connecting an external or extension telephone ..........72 For Fax/Tel mode only................... 72 Using extension telephones (U.K. only) ............72 Using a non-Brother cordless external handset ..........73 Making copies How to copy ......................74 ID Copy ....................... 75 Double-sided ID copy ..................75 One-sided ID copy..................
  • Page 7 Printer ......................112 Network (LAN) .....................113 Index...

  • Page 8: General Information

    Bold Bold style identifies keys on the documentation machine's control panel or on the computer screen. Thank you for buying a Brother machine! Italics Italicized style emphasizes an Reading the documentation will help you important point or refers you to make the most of your machine.

  • Page 9: Accessing Brother Utilities (Windows )

    Chapter 1 ® Accessing Brother Utilities (Windows Brother Utilities is an application launcher that offers convenient access to all Brother applications installed on your device. ® ® ® ® ® (Windows XP, Windows Vista , Windows 7, Windows Server 2003, Windows Server ®...

  • Page 10: Accessing The Software And Network User's Guide

    This User’s Guide does not contain all the drive. information about the machine such as how NOTE to use the advanced features for Printer, If the Brother screen does not appear, go Scanner, PC-Fax and Network . When you to Computer (My Computer).

  • Page 11: Accessing Brother Creativecenter

    CreativeCenter ® If you are using Windows , double-click the (Brother CreativeCenter) icon on your desktop to access our FREE website designed as a resource to help you easily create and print customized materials for business and home use with photos, text and creative touch.

  • Page 12: Control Panel Overview

    General information Control panel overview The illustrations of the control panel in this User’s Guide show the MFC-1910W and DCP-1610W. MFC models 01/01 10:00 Fax Only 1 On/Off 3 Mode keys: Press to turn the machine on. Press and Puts the machine in FAX mode. FAX mode is the default mode.

  • Page 13: Fax Only

    Use these keys to dial telephone and fax network. numbers and as a keyboard for entering information into the machine. When the WiFi light is on, your Brother machine is connected to a wireless access (MFC-1905 only) point. When the WiFi light blinks, the wireless...
  • Page 14 You can quickly and easily choose temporary Deletes entered data or lets you cancel the settings for copying. current setting. 8 2 in 1 (ID) Copy (DCP-1600E and DCP- 1602(E)) Lets you store your settings and confirm LCD You can copy both sides of your Identification messages on the machine.

  • Page 15: Menu And Features For Mfc Models

    Chapter 1 Menu and features for MFC models On-screen programming Your machine has been designed to be easy to use. The LCD provides on-screen programming using the menu keys. How to access the menu mode Press Menu. (Example: MFC-1910W(E)) Choose an option. ...

  • Page 16: Menu Table

    General information Menu table Using the menu table, you can change the settings in your machine by pressing the number keys or a and b and OK. Press Menu, and then according to what is shown on the LCD, press the number keys or a and b to display different menu options.

  • Page 17: Initial Setup

    Chapter 1 0.Initial Setup 0.Initial Setup (For MFC-1900(E) and MFC-1905) Level 2 Level 3 Descriptions 1 Options Descriptions 2 Page — You can choose the Your machine 1.Receive Fax Only* receive mode that automatically Mode best suits your answers every call as needs.
  • Page 18 General information 0.Initial Setup (For MFC-1900(E) and MFC-1905) (continued) Level 2 Level 3 Descriptions 1 Options Descriptions 2 Page Puts the date and Enter the last two 2.Date&Time 1.Date&Time Year: time on the LCD and digits of the year. in headings of faxes (e.g.
  • Page 19 Chapter 1 0.Initial Setup (For MFC-1900(E) and MFC-1905) (continued) Level 2 Level 3 Descriptions 1 Options Descriptions 2 Page — You can shorten the Your machine will 5.Dial Tone Detection dial tone detect dial as soon as it pause. detects a dial tone. When you send a fax No Detection* automatically, by...
  • Page 20 General information 0.Initial Setup (For MFC-1910W(E)) Level 2 Level 3 Descriptions 1 Options Descriptions 2 Page Puts the date and Enter the last two 1.Date&Time 1.Date&Time Year: time on the LCD and digits of the year. in headings of faxes (e.g.
  • Page 21 Chapter 1 0.Initial Setup (For MFC-1910W(E)) (continued) Level 2 Level 3 Descriptions 1 Options Descriptions 2 Page — You can shorten the Your machine will 4.Dial Tone Detection dial tone detect dial as soon as it pause. detects a dial tone. When you send a fax No Detection* automatically, by...

  • Page 22: General Setup

    General information 1.General Setup 1.General Setup (For MFC-1900(E) and MFC-1905) Level 2 Level 3 Descriptions 1 Options Descriptions 2 Page — You can set how Return to the fax 1.Mode Timer 0 Sec much time the mode at once. machine takes after Return to the fax 30 Secs the last Copy or Scan...
  • Page 23 Chapter 1 1.General Setup (For MFC-1900(E) and MFC-1905) (continued) Level 2 Level 3 Descriptions 1 Options Descriptions 2 Page You can save toner Increases the page 4.Ecology 1.Toner Save using this feature. yield of the toner cartridge. When you set Toner Save to On, print appears lighter.
  • Page 24 General information 1.General Setup (For MFC-1910W(E)) Level 2 Level 3 Descriptions 1 Options Descriptions 2 Page — Select the default 1.Default Fax* mode. Mode Copy Scan — You can set how Return to the default 2.Mode Timer 0 Sec much time the mode at once.
  • Page 25 Chapter 1 1.General Setup (For MFC-1910W(E)) (continued) Level 2 Level 3 Descriptions 1 Options Descriptions 2 Page You can save toner Increases the page 5.Ecology 1.Toner Save using this feature. yield of the toner cartridge. When you set Toner Save to On, print appears lighter.

  • Page 26: Fax

    General information 2.Fax 2.Fax (For MFC-1900(E) and MFC-1905) Level 2 Level 3 Descriptions 1 Options Descriptions 2 Page The Ring Delay If you have external 1.Setup 1.Ring Delay (00 - 08) setting sets the or extension Receive number of times the telephones on the (In FAX mode machine rings before...
  • Page 27 Chapter 1 2.Fax (For MFC-1900(E) and MFC-1905) (continued) Level 2 Level 3 Descriptions 1 Options Descriptions 2 Page The machine If you choose On, the 1.Setup 4.Auto calculates the machine Receive Reduction reduction ratio by automatically (In FAX mode using the page size of reduces each page of only) the fax and your...
  • Page 28 General information 2.Fax (For MFC-1900(E) and MFC-1905) (continued) Level 2 Level 3 Descriptions 1 Options Descriptions 2 Page Changes the Auto will give the 2.Setup Send 1.Contrast Auto* lightness or darkness best results. It of faxes you send. automatically chooses a suitable contrast for your document.
  • Page 29 Chapter 1 2.Fax (For MFC-1900(E) and MFC-1905) (continued) Level 2 Level 3 Descriptions 1 Options Descriptions 2 Page 1.XMIT Report You can use the Prints a report after 4.Report Transmission every fax you send. Setting Verification Report as Prints a report after On+Image proof that you sent a every fax you send.
  • Page 30 General information 2.Fax (For MFC-1900(E) and MFC-1905) (continued) Level 2 Level 3 Descriptions 1 Options Descriptions 2 Page — You can check which Please follow the 6.Remaining [XXX] jobs are in the prompts on the LCD. Jobs memory and lets you cancel scheduled jobs.
  • Page 31 Chapter 1 2.Fax (For MFC-1910W(E)) Level 2 Level 3 Descriptions 1 Options Descriptions 2 Page Chooses the receive Your machine 1.Setup 1.Receive Fax Only* mode that best suits automatically Receive Mode your needs. answers every call as (In FAX mode a fax.
  • Page 32 General information 2.Fax (For MFC-1910W(E)) (continued) Level 2 Level 3 Descriptions 1 Options Descriptions 2 Page Sets the length of the If the call is a fax, 1.Setup 3.F/T Ring 20 Secs fast double-ring time then your machine Receive Time 30 Secs* in Fax/Tel mode.
  • Page 33 Chapter 1 2.Fax (For MFC-1910W(E)) (continued) Level 2 Level 3 Descriptions 1 Options Descriptions 2 Page Automatically stores Further incoming 1.Setup 6.Memory any incoming faxes in faxes will also be Receive Receive its memory if it runs stored into memory (In FAX mode out of paper.
  • Page 34 General information 2.Fax (For MFC-1910W(E)) (continued) Level 2 Level 3 Descriptions 1 Options Descriptions 2 Page Sets the default Suitable for most 2.Setup Send 2.Fax Standard* resolution for typed documents. Resolution (Continued) outgoing faxes. Good for small print Fine The quality of an and transmits a little outgoing fax can be slower than Standard...
  • Page 35 Chapter 1 2.Fax (For MFC-1910W(E)) (continued) Level 2 Level 3 Descriptions 1 Options Descriptions 2 Page If you do not want to — Choose the number 3.Anti-Junk 1.Register receive a fax/call you want to register (MFC-1910W from specific to the Anti-Junk Fax only) numbers, you can list by pressing...
  • Page 36 General information 2.Fax (For MFC-1910W(E)) (continued) Level 2 Level 3 Descriptions 1 Options Descriptions 2 Page Sets the interval for If you set the interval 5.Report 2.Journal automatic printing of to Off, you can still Period Setting the Fax Journal. print the report (Continued) manually from the...
  • Page 37 Chapter 1 2.Fax (For MFC-1910W(E)) (continued) Level 2 Level 3 Descriptions 1 Options Descriptions 2 Page Used with BT Call 0.Miscellaneo 2.BT Call Sign. Sign Off* (U.K. only) (Continued) View or print a list of If you have Caller ID 2.Caller ID (Except U.K.

  • Page 38: Copy

    General information 3.Copy 3.Copy Level 2 Level 3 Descriptions 1 Options Descriptions 2 Page — You can choose the is the 1.Quality Auto Auto Copy resolution for recommended mode your type of for ordinary printouts. document. Suitable for documents that contain both text and photographs.

  • Page 39: Printer

    Chapter 1 3.Copy (continued) Level 2 Level 3 Descriptions 1 Options Descriptions 2 Page Press to increase 4.ID Copy 3.Contrast nnno+ the contrast or press (Continued) nnon+ to decrease the contrast. nonn+* onnn+ nnnn+ Allows you to use the 4.2in1/1in1 2in1 2 in 1 (ID) Copy key as a double-...

  • Page 40: Print Reports

    General information 5.Print Reports 5.Print Reports (For MFC-1900(E) and MFC-1905) Level 2 Level 3 Descriptions 1 Options Descriptions 2 Page 1.View on LCD You can use the — You can view the 1.XMIT Transmission Transmission Verify Verification Report as Verification Report proof that you sent a for your last 200 fax.
  • Page 41 Chapter 1 5.Print Reports (For MFC-1910W(E)) Level 2 Level 3 Descriptions 1 Options Descriptions 2 Page 1.XMIT Verify 1.View on LCD You can use the — You can view the Transmission Transmission Verification Report as Verification Report proof that you sent a for your last 200 fax.

  • Page 42: Network (For Mfc-1910W(E) Only)

    General information 6.Network (For MFC-1910W(E) only) 6.Network Level 2 Level 3 Descriptions 1 Level 4 Descriptions 2 Page — 1.WLAN 1.TCP/IP 1.Boot Method Auto* Static RARP BOOTP DHCP Chooses the BOOT method that best suits your needs. Enter the IP address. 2.IP Address Enter the Subnet 3.Subnet Mask...
  • Page 43 0.IPv6 Off* Enable or Disable the IPv6 protocol. If you want to use the IPv6 protocol, visit http://support.brother .com for more information. Chooses the — 2.WLAN Ethernet link mode. Assistant You can configure —...
  • Page 44 General information 6.Network (continued) Level 2 Level 3 Descriptions 1 Level 4 Descriptions 2 Page 6.WLAN Status — You can see the 1.WLAN 1.Status current wireless (Continued) network status. You can see the 2.Signal current wireless network signal strength. You can see the 3.SSID current SSID.

  • Page 45: Machine Info

    Chapter 1 7.Machine Info. 7.Machine Info. Level 2 Level 3 Descriptions 1 Options Descriptions 2 Page — You can check the — 1.Serial No. serial number of your machine. You can check the — 2.Version 1.Main firmware version of Version your machine.

  • Page 46: Menu And Features For Dcp Models

    General information Menu and features for DCP models On-screen programming Your machine has been designed to be easy to use. The LCD provides on-screen programming using the menu keys. How to access the menu mode Press Menu. Scroll through each menu level by pressing a or b.

  • Page 47: Menu Table

    Chapter 1 Menu table Using the menu table, you can change the settings in your machine by pressing a and b and OK. Press Menu, and then according to what is shown on the LCD, press a and b to display different menu options.

  • Page 48: General Setup

    General information 1.General Setup 1.General Setup Level 2 Level 3 Descriptions 1 Options Descriptions 2 Page 1.Paper 1.Paper Type Plain* Recycled Paper Sets the size of the 2.Paper Size paper in the paper Letter tray. Legal Folio A5 L Executive You can save toner Increases the page 2.Ecology...
  • Page 49 — Allows you to change (Choose your 0.Local the LCD language for language.) Language your country. The factory settings are shown in Bold with an asterisk. For DCP-1610W(E) and DCP-1612W only For DCP-1600E and DCP-1602(E), this menu is 1.All Settings.

  • Page 50: Copy

    General information 2.Copy 2.Copy Level 2 Level 3 Descriptions 1 Options Descriptions 2 Page — You can choose the Auto is the 1.Quality Auto* Copy resolution for recommended mode your type of for ordinary printouts. document. Suitable for documents that contain both text and photographs.

  • Page 51: Printer

    Options key or 2 in 1 (ID) Copy key as a one-sided copy. The factory settings are shown in Bold with an asterisk. For DCP-1610W(E) and DCP-1612W For DCP-1600E and DCP-1602(E) 3.Printer 3.Printer Level 2 Level 3 Descriptions 1 Options...

  • Page 52: Network (For Dcp-1610W(E) And Dcp-1612W Only)

    General information 4.Network (For DCP-1610W(E) and DCP-1612W only) 4.Network Level 2 Level 3 Descriptions 1 Level 4 Descriptions 2 Page — 1.WLAN 1.TCP/IP 1.Boot Method Auto* Static RARP BOOTP DHCP Chooses the BOOT method that best suits your needs. Enter the IP address. 2.IP Address Enter the Subnet 3.Subnet Mask...
  • Page 53 0.IPv6 Off* Enable or Disable the IPv6 protocol. If you want to use the IPv6 protocol, visit http://support.brother .com for more information. Chooses the — 2.WLAN Ethernet link mode. Assistant You can configure —...
  • Page 54 General information 4.Network (continued) Level 2 Level 3 Descriptions 1 Level 4 Descriptions 2 Page 6.WLAN Status — You can see the 1.WLAN 1.Status current wireless (Continued) network status. You can see the 2.Signal current wireless network signal strength. You can see the 3.SSID current SSID.

  • Page 55: Machine Info

    The factory settings are shown in Bold with an asterisk. For DCP-1600E and DCP-1602(E), this menu is 4.Machine Info.. For DCP-1600E and DCP-1602(E), this menu is 5.Parts Life. For DCP-1610W(E) and DCP-1612W only For DCP-1600E and DCP-1602(E), this menu is 4.User Settings.

  • Page 56: Entering Text

    General information Entering text MFC models When setting certain menu selections, such as the Station ID and the name of a Speed Dial, you will need to type text characters. The dial pad keys have letters printed on them. The keys: 0, # and l do not have printed letters because they are used for special characters.

  • Page 57: Dcp Models

    Chapter 1 Making corrections If you entered a character incorrectly and want to change it, press d or c to move the cursor to the incorrect character, and then press Clear. Repeating letters To enter a letter on the same key as the previous letter, press c to move the cursor right before pressing the key again.

  • Page 58: Ecology Features

    General information Ecology features Toner Settings Deep Sleep mode Toner Setting (Continue mode) If the machine does not receive any jobs for a certain length of time, the machine will go into You can set the machine to continue printing Deep Sleep mode automatically and the LCD after the LCD shows Replace Toner.

  • Page 59: Receiving Faxes In Continue Mode (Mfc Models Only)

    Chapter 1 Receiving faxes in Continue Mode (MFC models only) The machine can store received faxes in the memory if you choose Continue mode when the LCD shows Replace Toner. When received faxes are printed in Continue mode the LCD will ask if the print quality of the fax is OK.

  • Page 60: Paper Setting

    Paper Setting Paper settings Press a or b to choose A4, Letter, Legal, Folio, A5 A5 L Executive. Paper Type Press OK. Press Stop/Exit. (For MFC-1900(E) and MFC-1905) Press Menu, 1, 2, 1 and go to step d. (For MFC-1910W(E)) Press Menu, 1, 3, 1 and go to step d.

  • Page 61: Acceptable Paper

    This damage is not covered under any  DO NOT use inkjet paper because it may Brother warranty or service agreement. cause a paper jam or damage your machine.  Preprinted paper must use ink that can withstand the temperature of the machine’s fusing process 200 °C.

  • Page 62: Loading Documents

    Loading documents How to load Adjust the paper guides (1) to fit the width of your document. documents You can send a fax (MFC models only), make copies, and scan from the ADF (Automatic Document Feeder) and the scanner glass. Using the automatic document feeder (ADF) (ADF models only)
  • Page 63 Chapter 3 Using the document guidelines on the left and top, place the document face down in the upper left corner of the scanner glass. Close the document cover. NOTE If the document is a book or is thick do not slam the cover or press on it.

  • Page 64: Sending A Fax (Mfc Models)

    Sending a fax (MFC models) How to send a fax After placing the document on the scanner glass, close the document cover. The following steps show you how to send a fax. NOTE • To use the scanner glass, the ADF must Press FAX.

  • Page 65: Broadcasting

    Chapter 4 Broadcasting The LCD will display the Broadcast job number followed by the fax number or name being dialled (for example, #001 Broadcasting lets you send the same fax 0123456789). Press a or b to show the message to more than one fax number. You broadcast job number (for example, can include Speed Dial numbers and up to 20 Broadcast#001).

  • Page 66: Receiving A Fax (Mfc Models)

    Receiving a fax (MFC models) Receive modes You must choose a receive mode depending on the external devices and telephone services you have on your line. Choosing the receive mode By default, your machine will automatically receive any faxes that are sent to it. The diagrams below will help you choose the correct mode.

  • Page 67: Receive Mode Settings

    Chapter 5 Receive Mode settings Make sure you are in FAX mode. (For MFC-1900(E) and MFC-1905) Ring Delay Press Menu, 2, 1, 2. (For For MFC-1910W(E)) Press Menu, 2, 1, 3. The Ring Delay setting sets the number of times the machine rings before it answers in Press a or b to choose how long the Fax Only and Fax/Tel modes.
  • Page 68 Receiving a fax (MFC models) Make sure you are in FAX mode. (For MFC-1900(E) and MFC-1905) Press Menu, 2, 1, 3. (For MFC-1910W(E)) Press Menu, 2, 1, 4. Press a or b to choose On, Semi (MFC-1905 only) or Off. Press OK.

  • Page 69: Dialling And Storing Numbers (Mfc Models)

    Dialling and storing numbers (MFC models) Storing numbers Changing or Deleting Speed Dial numbers You can set up your machine for easy dialling by storing Speed Dials. When you dial a You can change or delete a Speed Dial speed dial number, the LCD shows the name, number that has already been stored.

  • Page 70: How To Dial

    Dialling and storing numbers (MFC models) How to dial Press the dial pad key for the first few letters of the name. (Use the chart on Entering text on page 49 to help you You can dial in any of the following ways. enter letters.) Press OK.
  • Page 71 Chapter 6 Press a or b to choose On (or Off). Press OK. Press Stop/Exit. For U.K. only, Press Menu, 2, 0, 3. Viewing the Caller ID List Your machine stores information for the last thirty calls in the Caller ID list. You can view or print this list.

  • Page 72: Using Pc-Fax (Mfc Models)

    Press Stop/Exit. Click (Start) > All Programs > NOTE Brother > Brother Utilities, and then click • If you choose Backup Print On, the the drop-down list and select your model machine will also print the fax at your name (if not already selected). Click PC-FAX machine so you will have a copy.
  • Page 73 Chapter 7 NOTE • 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 more information, see Software and Network User’s Guide.) • If your machine has an error and is unable to print faxes from memory, you can use this setting to transfer your faxes to a PC.

  • Page 74: Pc-Fax Sending

    Using PC-FAX (MFC models) PC-FAX sending You can send a file created in any application on your PC as a standard fax. NOTE • The PC-FAX software can only send Black & White fax documents in A4 size. • Please install MFL-Pro Suite software, connect your machine and PC before using PC-FAX sending.
  • Page 75 Chapter 7 Choose Brother PC-FAX as your printer, and then click Print. The PC-FAX sending dialog box appears: 1 Dial Pad 2 Address Book Enter a fax number using any of the following methods:  Use the dial pad to enter the number and then click the button.

  • Page 76: Telephone And External Devices (Mfc Models)

    Telephone and external devices (MFC models) Voice operations Press a or b to choose PBX, ISDN (or Normal). (MFC-1905 only) Press OK. Do one of the following: Voice calls can be made with the handset by If you chose ISDN or Normal, go to ...

  • Page 77: Bt Call Sign (U.k. Only)

    Chapter 8 Connecting an external PBX and TRANSFER The machine is initially set to Normal, which TAD (MFC-1900(E) and lets the machine connect to a standard PSTN MFC-1910W(E) only) (Public Switched Telephone Network) line. However, many offices use a central telephone system or Private Branch You can connect an external Telephone Exchange (PBX).

  • Page 78: Connections

    Telephone and external devices (MFC models) Connections Multi-line connections (PBX) The external TAD must be connected as We suggest you ask the company who shown in the illustration below. installed your PBX to connect your machine. If you have a multi line system we suggest you ask the installer to connect the unit to the last line on the system.

  • Page 79: External And Extension Telephones

    Chapter 8 External and extension The most common problem is someone picking up an extension telephone while the telephones machine is trying to send a fax. Such problems can easily be eliminated, if you arrange modification of your extension Connecting an external or wiring circuit, such that extension devices are extension telephone connected “downstream”...

  • Page 80: Using A Non-Brother Cordless External Handset

    T-connector. Using a non-Brother cordless external handset If your non-Brother cordless telephone is connected to the telephone line cord (see Connecting an external or extension telephone on page 72) and you typically carry the cordless handset elsewhere, it is easier to answer calls during the Ring Delay.

  • Page 81: Making Copies

    Making copies How to copy NOTE To use the scanner glass, the ADF must (For MFC models) be empty. Press COPY. (For MFC models) Use the dial pad to enter the number of copies you want (up to 99 copies). (For DCP models) Load your document.

  • Page 82: Id Copy

    Enter the number of copies you want. shown below. (For DCP models) Press a or b to enter the number of copies you want. (For MFC models, DCP-1600E and DCP-1602(E)) Press 2 in 1 (ID) Copy. NOTE • You can copy an identification card to the (For DCP-1610W(E) and DCP-1612W) extent permitted under applicable laws.

  • Page 83: One-Sided Id Copy

    Press a or b to enter the number of copies you want. Place your identification card face down on the scanner glass. (For MFC models, DCP-1600E and DCP-1602(E)) Press 2 in 1 (ID) Copy. (For DCP-1610W(E) and DCP-1612W) Press 2 in 1 (ID) Copy/Copy Options.

  • Page 84: Other Copies

    Making copies Other copies Make sure you are in COPY mode. Use the Options, Copy Options or 2 in 1 (ID) Copy/Options key to quickly set the following copy settings only for the next copy.
  • Page 85 Options (MFC- models) (MFC models only) Press , then press OK. Press , then press OK. (DCP-1600E and DCP-1602(E)) (DCP models only) Press , then press OK. (DCP-1610W(E) and Press a or b to choose Copy Options DCP-1612W) Press OK.
  • Page 86 Options (MFC- models) (MFC models only) Press , then press OK. Press , then press OK. (DCP-1600E and DCP-1602(E)) (DCP models only) Press , then press OK. (DCP-1610W(E) and Press a or b to choose Copy Options DCP-1612W) Press OK.

  • Page 87: How To Scan To A Computer

    XP, Windows Vista and Windows Click (Start) > All Programs > Brother > Brother Utilities, and then click the drop-down list and select your model name (if not already selected). Click SCAN in the left navigation bar, and then click ControlCenter4.
  • Page 88 How to scan to a computer Choose Advanced Mode and then click OK. Click File in the Scan tab.
  • Page 89 Chapter 10 1 Choose PDF (*.pdf) from the File Type drop-down list. 2 You can enter the file name you want to use for the document. 3 When you select the Folder check box, you can save the file to the default folder, or choose your preferred folder by clicking the (Browse) button.

  • Page 90: Scanning Using The Scan Key

    (Windows XP, Windows Vista and Windows (Start) > All Programs > Brother > Brother Utilities, and then click the Click drop-down list and select your model name (if not already selected). Click SCAN in the left navigation bar, and then click ControlCenter4.
  • Page 91 Chapter 10 Click Device Scan Settings. Choose the File tab. You can change the default settings. 1 You can choose the file type from the drop-down list. 2 You can enter the file name you want to use for the document. 3 You can save the file to the default folder, or choose your preferred folder by clicking the (Browse) button.

  • Page 92: A Troubleshooting And Other Information

    DR-1060 NOTE • Brother machines are designed to work with toner of a particular specification and will work to a level of optimum performance when used with Brother Original toner cartridges. Brother cannot guarantee this optimum performance if toner or toner cartridges of other specifications are used.
  • Page 93 • Go to http://www.brother.com/original/index.html for instructions on how to return your used consumable items to the Brother recycling program. If you choose not to return your used items, please discard the used consumable according to local regulations, keeping it separate from domestic waste.

  • Page 94: Identifying Your Problem

    Troubleshooting and other information Identifying your problem First, check the following:  The machine's power cord is connected correctly and the machine is turned on.  All of the protective parts have been removed.  Paper is inserted correctly in the paper tray. The interface cables are securely connected to the machine and the computer.

  • Page 95: Error And Maintenance Messages

    Error and maintenance messages The most common error and maintenance messages are shown below. If you need more help, the Brother Solutions Center offers the latest FAQs and troubleshooting tips: Visit us at http://support.brother.com. Error Message Cause Action The toner cartridge is not...
  • Page 96 Size mismatch correct size. set the size of paper to the tray. If the LCD shows Toner Low Order a new Brother toner cartridge now so a Toner Low you can still print; however, the replacement toner cartridge will be available...

  • Page 97: If You Are Having Difficulty With Your Machine

    If you are having difficulty with your machine Most problems can be easily resolved by yourself. If you need additional help, the Brother Solutions Center offers the latest FAQs and troubleshooting tips. Visit us at http://support.brother.com. Telephone and Fax problems (MFC models) If you cannot send or receive a fax, check the following: 1 Check the machine's power cord is connected correctly and the machine is turned on.
  • Page 98 Question Answer Cannot receive a fax. If you have a dedicated fax line and want your Brother machine to automatically answer all incoming faxes, you should choose Fax Only. Can I set the machine not to print This product will print a Transmission Verification report. Even if the Transmission...

  • Page 99: Improving The Print Quality

    Improving the print quality NOTE Brother does not recommend the use of cartridges other than Brother Original cartridges or the refilling of used cartridges with toner from other sources. If you are having problems with print results, check the following: 1 The machine's environment.
  • Page 100 Troubleshooting and other information 4 Replace the toner cartridge or the drum unit. For more information on how to replace the consumable items, see the instructions included with the drum unit for replacing the drum unit or see the instructions printed on the box of the toner cartridge for replacing the toner cartridge.
  • Page 101  Cleaning the corona wire Slide the green tab from left to right and right to left several times. NOTE Be sure to return the tab to the home position (a) (5). If you do not, printed pages may have a vertical stripe.
  • Page 102 Troubleshooting and other information Turn the drum unit gear by hand while looking at the surface of the drum roller (1). Wipe the surface of the drum gently with a dry cotton swab until the dust or glue on the surface comes off.
  • Page 103 6 Check the printer driver settings. Try changing the Print Settings in the Basic tab. If the paper is curled or the toner is not fixed well on the paper, you can adjust these settings in Improve Print Output. Click Other Print Options in the Advanced tab.

  • Page 104: Document Jams (Adf Models)

    Troubleshooting and other information Document Jams (ADF Insert a piece of stiff paper, such as cardstock, into the ADF to push any models) small paper scraps through. Follow the steps below to handle a document jam in the ADF. Open the ADF cover. Pull the jammed document out.

  • Page 105: Paper Jams

    Paper Jams Open the scanner cover. The pull-arm (1) on the left side of the machine will lock. Always remove all paper from the paper tray Open the top cover. and straighten the stack when you add new paper. This helps prevent multiple sheets of paper from feeding through the machine at one time and prevents paper jams.
  • Page 106 Troubleshooting and other information Place the drum unit and toner cartridge WARNING assembly back in to the machine. Close the top cover. HOT SURFACE After pulling the pull-arm (1) on the left side of the machine down, close the scanner cover using both hands. Push down the lock lever and take the toner cartridge out of the drum unit.

  • Page 107: Transferring Your Faxes Or Fax Journal Report (Mfc Models)

    (Start) > All Programs > to see if there are any faxes you need to transfer. (See Transferring the Fax Journal Brother > Brother Utilities, and then report to another fax machine on page 101.) click the drop-down list and select your model name (if not already selected).

  • Page 108: Transferring The Fax Journal Report To Another Fax Machine

    Troubleshooting and other information Cleaning and Checking Press a or b to choose On or Off. Press OK. the machine Press Stop/Exit. Make sure to read the guidelines in the Transferring the Fax Journal Product Safety Guide before cleaning the machine.

  • Page 109: B Specifications

    Specifications DCP-1600E, DCP-1602(E), MFC-1900(E) and MFC- 1905 General Model DCP-1600E DCP-1602(E) MFC-1900(E) MFC-1905 Printer Type Laser Print Method Electrophotographic Laser Printer Memory Capacity 16 MB Power Source 220 - 240 V AC 50/60 Hz Power Approx. 1,080 W Peak Consumption Approx.
  • Page 110 Specifications Model DCP-1600E DCP-1602(E) MFC-1900(E) MFC-1905 Dimensions DCP-1600E and DCP-1602(E) 255 mm 340 mm 385 mm MFC-1900(E) and MFC-1905 283 mm 340 mm 385 mm For MFC-1905, the width is 456 mm. Weights (with consumables) 7.2 kg 8.2 kg 8.5 kg...
  • Page 111 MFC-1905 Comsu Toner Cartridge (Inbox) (For DCP-1602, DCP-1602E, MFC-1900, MFC-1905) mables Approx. 700 pages A4 or Letter page (For DCP-1600E, MFC-1900E) Approx. 1,000 pages A4 or Letter page Toner Cartridge Approx. 1,000 pages A4 or Letter page (Standard) Model Name...

  • Page 112: Document Size

    Specifications Document Size Model DCP-1600E DCP-1602(E) MFC-1900(E) MFC-1905 ADF (automatic document — Up to 10 pages feeder) Scanner Glass One sheet per time Document — A4, Letter, Legal, Folio Size Scanner Length: Up to 300.0 mm Glass Width: Up to 215.9 mm Weight —...

  • Page 113: Fax

    Model DCP-1600E DCP-1602(E) MFC-1900(E) MFC-1905 Modem Speed — 14,400 bps (with Automatic Fallback) Scanning Width — Max. 208 mm Printing Width — Max. 208 mm Greyscale — 8 bit/256 levels Resolution Horizontal — 8 dot/mm Vertical — Standard: 3.85 line/mm —...

  • Page 114: Scanner

    (from ADF) Scanning Width Max. 210 mm For the latest driver updates for the version of OS X you are using, visit us at http://support.brother.com. ® ® ® Maximum 1200 × 1200 dpi scanning with the WIA driver in Windows...

  • Page 115: Dcp-1610W(E), Dcp-1612W And Mfc-1910W(E)

    DCP-1610W(E), DCP-1612W and MFC-1910W(E) General Model DCP-1610W(E) DCP-1612W MFC-1910W(E) Printer Type Laser Print Method Electrophotographic Laser Printer Memory Capacity 32 MB Power Source 220 - 240 V AC 50/60 Hz Power Approx. 1,080 W Peak Consumption Approx. 390 W at 25 °C Printing (Average) Approx.
  • Page 116 Specifications Model DCP-1610W(E) DCP-1612W MFC-1910W(E) Noise Sound Printing m = 52 dB (A) Level Pressure Sound Printing d = 6.6 B (A) Power 10 to 32 °C Temperature Operating 0 to 40 °C Storage Humidity Operating 20 to 80% (without condensation) Storage 35 to 85% (without condensation) Interface USB...

  • Page 117: Document Size

    Document Size Model DCP-1610W(E) DCP-1612W MFC-1910W(E) ADF(automatic document — Up to 10 pages feeder) Scanner Glass One sheet per time Document — A4, Letter, Legal, Folio Size Scanner Length: Up to 300.0 mm Glass Width: Up to 215.9 mm Weight —...

  • Page 118: Fax

    Specifications Model DCP-1610W(E) DCP-1612W MFC-1910W(E) Modem Speed — 14,400 bps (with Automatic Fallback) Scanning Width — Max. 208 mm Printing Width — Max. 208 mm Greyscale — 8 bit/256 levels Resolution Horizontal — 8 dot/mm Vertical — Standard: 3.85 line/mm —...

  • Page 119: Scanner

    (optical) (from ADF) Scanning Width Max. 210 mm For the latest driver updates for the version of OS X you are using, visit us at http://support.brother.com. ® ® ® Maximum 1200 × 1200 dpi scanning with the WIA driver in Windows...
  • Page 120 For MFC models See Software and Network User’s Guide. ® (For Windows users) Brother BRAdmin Light is available from the CD-ROM provided with the machine. (For Macintosh users) Brother BRAdmin Light is available as a download from http://support.brother.com. ® (For Windows users) If you require more advanced printer management, use the latest Brother BRAdmin Professional utility version that is available as a download from http://support.brother.com.
  • Page 121 Extension telephone, using ..... 72 Fax Detect ..........60 External telephone, connecting ....72 Broadcasting ..........58 FAX (PC-FAX) cancelling ..........58 Macintosh Brother Numbers ......... i See Software and Network User’s Guide. BT Call Sign (U.K. only) ......70 ® Windows receiving ..........65 sending ..........67...
  • Page 122 LCD (liquid crystal display) ..5 Quality printing ..........92 Quick dial broadcasting ......... 58 Macintosh Speed Dial See Software and Network User’s Guide. changing ..........62 Maintenance, routine ......101 setting up ........... 62 Manual using ..........63 dialling ...........63 Menu Table DCP models ..........40 MFC models ...........9 Register your product ........i...
  • Page 123 TAD (telephone answering device), external connecting ........70 recording OGM ........71 Telephone line connections ...........71 multi-line (PBX) ........71 Text, entering ...........49 Toner Setting (Continue Mode) ....51 Troubleshooting ........90 document jam ........97 error and maintenance messages on LCD ..88 paper jam ..........98 print quality ..........92 Telephone and Fax .......90 other problems ........91...
  • Page 124 Visit us on the World Wide Web http://www.brother.com These machines are approved for use in the country of purchase only. Local Brother companies or their dealers will only support machines purchased in their own countries. www.brotherearth.com...

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