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Brother MFC-8540DN Online User's Manual (618 pages)
Brand:
Brother
| Category:
All in One Printer
| Size: 14.9 MB
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
2
Before You Use Your Brother Machine
7
Applicable Models
8
Definitions of Notes
9
Trademarks
10
Important Note
11
Introduction to Your Brother Machine
12
Before Using Your Machine
13
Control Panel Overview
14
Touchscreen LCD Overview
15
How to Navigate the Touchscreen LCD
18
Settings Screen Overview
20
Setting the Home Screen
21
Access Brother Utilities (Windows ® )
22
Uninstall the Brother Software and Drivers (Windows ® )
24
Paper Handling
25
Load Paper
26
Load and Print Using the Paper Tray
27
Load and Print Using the Multi-Purpose Tray (MP Tray)
33
Paper Settings
41
Change the Paper Size and Paper Type
42
Select the Tray to be Used for Printing
43
Change the Check Paper Size Setting
44
Recommended Print Media
45
Load Documents
46
Load Documents in the Automatic Document Feeder (ADF)
47
Load Documents on the Scanner Glass
49
Unscannable and Unprintable Areas
50
Using Special Paper
51
Print
52
Print from Your Computer (Windows ® )
53
Print a Document (Windows ® )
54
Print more than One Page on a Single Sheet of Paper (N in 1) (Windows ® )
56
Print as a Poster (Windows ® )
57
Print on both Sides of the Paper (Windows ® )
58
Print as a Booklet (Windows ® )
61
Secure Print (Windows ® )
63
Use a Macro from Your Computer (Windows ® )
64
Use a Preset Print Profile (Windows ® )
65
Change the Default Print Settings (Windows ® )
68
Print a Document Using the BR-Script3 Printer Driver (Postscript ® 3 ™ Language Emulation) (Windows ® )
70
Monitor the Status of the Machine from Your Computer (Windows ® )
71
Print Settings (Windows ® )
72
Print from Your Computer (Macintosh)
76
Print a Document (Macintosh)
77
Print on both Sides of the Paper (Macintosh)
78
Print more than One Page on a Single Sheet of Paper (N in 1) (Macintosh)
80
Secure Print (Macintosh)
81
Language Emulation) (Macintosh)
82
Monitor the Status of the Machine from Your Computer (Macintosh)
83
Print Options (Macintosh)
85
Print One Page Duplicates on Different Types of Paper
90
Cancel a Print Job
91
Test Print
92
Scan
93
Scan Using the Scan Button on Your Brother Machine
94
Scan Photos and Graphics
95
Save Scanned Data to a Folder as a PDF File
97
Save Scanned Data to a USB Flash Drive
99
Skip Blank Page
100
Remove Background Colour
100
Scan to an Editable Text File (OCR)
101
Scan to Email Attachment
103
Send Scanned Data to an Email Server
105
Scan to FTP
107
Scan to SSH FTP (SFTP)
112
Scan to Network (Windows ® )
120
Scan to Sharepoint
126
Web Services for Scanning on Your Network (Windows Vista ® SP2 or Greater, Windows ® 7 and Windows ® 8)
131
Change Scan Button Settings from Controlcenter4 (Windows ® )
136
Change Scan Button Settings from Controlcenter2 (Macintosh)
139
Configure Certificate for Signed PDF
143
Disable Scanning from Your Computer
144
Scan from Your Computer (Windows ® )
145
Scan Using Controlcenter4 Home Mode (Windows ® )
146
Scan Using Controlcenter4 Advanced Mode (Windows ® )
163
Scan Using Presto! Pagemanager or Other Windows ® Applications
180
Scan Using Windows ® Photo Gallery or Windows ® Fax and Scan
185
Scan from Your Computer (Macintosh)
188
Scan Using Controlcenter2 (Macintosh)
189
Scan Using Presto! Pagemanager or Other TWAIN-Compliant Applications (Macintosh)
202
Configure Scan Settings Using Web Based Management
206
Set the Scan Job Email Report Using Web Based Management
207
Copy
208
Copy a Document
209
Quick Copy
210
Sided Copy
210
Enlarge or Reduce Copied Images
211
Make N in 1 Copies Using the Page Layout Feature
212
Sort Copies
214
Copy an ID Card
215
Copy an ID Card or Bills
216
Copy on both Sides of the Paper (2-Sided Copy)
217
Copy Options
219
Fax
221
Send a Fax
222
Send a Fax
223
Send a 2-Sided Fax from the ADF
225
Send a Fax Manually
226
Send a Fax at the End of a Conversation
227
Set the Fax Logic (Sending and Receiving Sequence)
228
Send the same Fax to more than One Recipient (Broadcasting)
229
Send a Fax at a Specified Time (Delayed Fax)
231
Cancel a Fax in Progress
232
Check and Cancel a Pending Fax
233
Fax Options
234
Receive a Fax
235
Receive Mode Settings
236
Choose the Correct Receive Mode
238
Windows Only
239
Voice Operations and Fax Numbers
246
Voice Operations
247
Store Fax Numbers
249
Set up Groups for Broadcasting
253
Delete a Group
255
Combine Address Book Numbers
257
Telephone Services and External Devices
258
External and Extension Telephones
259
Operation from External and Extension Telephones
261
Multi-Line Connections (PABX)
264
Fax Reports
265
Print a Fax Journal
266
Pc-Fax
267
PC-FAX for Windows
268
PC-FAX for Macintosh(Sending Only)
292
Print Data Directly from a USB Flash Drive
295
Compatible USB Flash Drives
296
Print Data Directly from a USB Flash Drive or Digital Camera Supporting Mass Storage
297
Print Quality
298
Create a PRN File for Direct Printing (Windows ® )
299
Network
300
Get Started
301
Supported Basic Network Features
302
Network Management Software and Utilities
303
Learn about Network Management Software and Utilities
304
Advanced Network Features
305
Print the Network Configuration Report
306
Configure Your Mail Server Settings Using Web Based Management
307
Configure the Brother Machine for Email or Internet Fax (I-Fax)
310
Relay Broadcast
319
I-Fax Options
324
Error Mail
328
Use the Send Fax to Server Feature
329
Configure and Operate LDAP Search
333
Synchronize Time with the SNTP Server Using Web Based Management
336
Technical Information for Advanced Users
340
Reset the Network Settings to the Factory Settings
341
Security
342
Lock the Machine Settings
343
About Using Setting Lock
344
Network Security Features
348
Before Using Network Security Features
349
Secure Function Lock 3.0
350
Use Active Directory ® Authentication
357
Use LDAP Authentication
362
Manage Your Network Machine Securely Using SSL/TLS
366
Import and Export the Certificate and Private Key
388
Import and Export a Ca Certificate
391
Manage Your Network Machine Securely Using Ipsec
399
Send or Receive an Email Securely
417
Port Number
422
Use IEEE 802.1X Authentication for a Wired or a Wireless Network
423
Store Print Log to Network
428
Mobile/Web Connect
434
Print with Airprint
435
Print with Mopria
436
Use Brother Iprint&Scan
437
Print and Scan Using Near-Field Communication (NFC)
438
Controlcenter
439
Controlcenter4 (Windows ® )
440
Change the Operation Mode in Controlcenter4 (Windows ® )
441
Scan Using Controlcenter4 Home Mode (Windows ® )
443
Scan Using Controlcenter4 Advanced Mode (Windows ® )
444
Set up the Brother Machine Using Controlcenter4 (Windows ® )
445
Create a Custom Tab Using Controlcenter4 Advanced Mode (Windows ® )
447
Controlcenter2 (Macintosh)
449
Scan Using Controlcenter2 (Macintosh)
450
Set up the Brother Machine Using Controlcenter2 (Macintosh)
451
Troubleshooting
453
Error and Maintenance Messages
454
Size Mismatch
458
Transfer Your Faxes or Fax Journal Report
460
Document Jams
464
Document Is Jammed in the Top of the ADF Unit
465
Document Is Jammed under the Document Cover
466
Remove Small Scraps of Paper Jammed in the ADF
467
Paper Jams
468
Paper Is Jammed in the MP Tray
469
Paper Is Jammed in the Paper Tray
470
Paper Is Jammed in the Back of the Machine
472
Paper Is Jammed Inside the Machine
474
Paper Is Jammed in the 2-Sided Tray
476
Printing Problems
479
Improve the Print Quality
481
Telephone and Fax Problems
485
Set Dial Tone Detection
488
Set Telephone Line Compatibility for Interference and Voip Systems
489
Network Problems
490
Error Messages
491
Use the Network Connection Repair Tool (Windows ® )
493
Where Can I Find My Brother Machine's Network Settings
494
My Brother Machine Cannot Print, Scan, or PC-FAX Receive over the Network
495
I Want to Check that My Network Devices Are Working Correctly
497
Other Problems
498
Check the Machine Information
500
Reset Your Brother Machine
501
Reset Functions Overview
502
Routine Maintenance
503
Replace Supplies
504
Replace the Toner Cartridge
506
Replace the Drum Unit
509
Clean the Machine
512
Clean the Scanner
514
Clean the Touchscreen LCD
515
Clean the Corona Wire
516
Clean the Drum Unit
518
Clean the Paper Pick-Up Rollers
521
Check the Remaining Life of Parts
523
Pack and Ship Your Machine
524
Machine Settings
526
Change Machine Settings from the Control Panel
527
In the Event of Power Failure (Memory Storage)
528
General Settings
529
Set the Date and Time
534
Set the Time Zone
535
Set Your Station ID
538
Save Your Favourite Settings as a Shortcut
545
Print Reports
548
Print a Report
550
Settings and Features Tables
551
Features Tables
559
Change Machine Settings from Your Computer
566
Change Machine Settings Using Web Based Management
567
Change the Machine Settings Using Remote Setup
572
Appendix
583
Specifications
584
Print Media Specifications
585
Fax Specifications
586
Copy Specification
586
Scanner Specifications
587
Printer Specifications
587
Supported Protocols and Security Features
588
How to Enter Text on Your Brother Machine
590
Supplies
592
Accessories
593
Brother Numbers
594
Glossary
595
Address Book
602
Address Book List
602
Auto Reduction
602
Automatic Redial
602
Backup Print
603
Beeper Volume
603
Coding Method
605
Delayed Fax
605
Digital Signature
606
Distinctive Ring
606
Dns Client
606
Dns Server
606
Driver Deployment Wizard
606
Dual Access
606
Extension Telephone
606
Fax Detect
607
Fax Forwarding
607
Fax Journal
607
Fax Storage
607
Internet Fax
608
Journal Period
609
Mac Address
609
Manual Fax
609
Network Configuration Report
610
Network Shared Printing
611
Node Name
611
Out of Paper Reception
611
Overseas Mode
611
Real Time Transmission
612
Remote Setup
613
Ring Delay
613
Ring Volume
613
Secure Function Lock
613
Smtp Client
614
Status Monitor
615
Subnet Mask
615
Transmission Verification Report
616
User Settings List
616
Web Based Management
616
Wins Server
617
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Brother MFC-8540DN Service Manual (408 pages)
Brand:
Brother
| Category:
All in One Printer
| Size: 30.81 MB
Table of Contents
Service Manual
1
Open Source Licensing Remarks
3
Other Information
3
Table of Contents
4
Safety Information
11
Additional Information
17
Chapter 1 Supplemental Specifications
19
General
19
Network Connectivity
27
Service Information
28
Supplies
30
Media Specifications
33
Fax (Only for the Models with Fax Function)
33
Copy
34
Scanner
35
Chapter 2 Error Indications & Troubleshooting
36
Introduction
36
Precautions
36
Checks before Commencing Troubleshooting
37
Operating Environment
37
Power Supply
37
Consumable Parts
37
Overview
39
Cross-Section Drawing
39
Printer Part
39
Scanner Part
40
Paper Feeding
41
Printer Part
41
Scanner Part
42
Operation of each Part
43
Block Diagram
45
Main Components
46
Error Indications
47
Error Codes
48
Error Messages
57
Communication Errors
69
Troubleshooting
73
Error Cause and Remedy
73
Troubleshooting for Paper Feeding Problems
117
No Paper Is Fed from Machine Paper Tray
117
No Paper Is Fed from LT
118
No Paper Is Fed from TT
119
No Paper Is Fed from MP Tray
120
Multiple Sheets of Paper Are Fed
121
Paper Becomes Wrinkled
121
Paper Is Fed at an Angle
122
Paper Is Curled
123
Duplex Printing Is Not Possible
123
Paper Jam
125
Troubleshooting for Image Defects
130
Image Defect Examples
130
Troubleshooting According to Image Defect
131
Poor Fixing
133
Image Distortion
134
Faint Print
137
White Spots
138
Horizontal Lines
141
Troubleshooting for Software Problems
143
Cannot Receive Data
143
Troubleshooting for Network Problems
144
Cannot Print Via Network Connection
144
Cannot Connect to Access Point
144
Troubleshooting for Control Panel Problems
144
Nothing Is Displayed on the LCD
144
Nothing Is Displayed on the LED
145
Control Panel Is Inoperable
145
Troubleshooting for Toner and Drum Problems
146
New Toner Is Not Detected
146
Toner Cartridge Cannot be Recognized
146
Error Message Prompting Toner Cartridge Replacement Does Not Disappear
146
Drum Error
147
Error Message Prompting Drum Replacement Does Not Disappear
147
Troubleshooting for Fuser Unit Problems
148
Fuser Unit Failure
148
Troubleshooting for Laser Unit Problems
148
Laser Unit Failure
148
Troubleshooting for PCB Problems
149
Main PCB Failure
149
Memory Full
149
Troubleshooting for Document Feeding Problems
150
No Document Is Fed
150
Multiple Documents Are Fed
150
Document Jam
150
Document Becomes Wrinkled
151
Document Size Is Not Detected Correctly
152
Troubleshooting for Image Defects
153
Defect Examples
153
Troubleshooting According to Image Defect
153
Troubleshooting for Fax Problems
157
Fax Cannot be Sent
157
Fax Cannot be Received
158
Communication Error Occurs
158
Troubleshooting for Other Problems
159
Cannot Print
159
Cannot Update Firmware
159
USB Direct Interface Errors
159
Paper Low" Message Does Not Disappear
160
Chapter 3 Disassembly/Reassembly
161
Safety Precautions
161
Packing
162
Screw Catalogue
163
Screw Torque List
164
Lubrication
167
Overview of Gears
169
Harness Routing
171
Disassembly Flow Chart
184
Machine
184
Disassembly Procedure
187
Preparation
187
Paper Tray
188
Back Cover / Outer Chute
190
Fuser Cover
191
Fuser Unit
192
MP Cover ASSY
195
Front Cover ASSY
197
Side Cover L
198
Side Cover R
199
Adf/Document Scanner Unit
200
ADF Unit
203
Hinge L ASSY, Hinge R, Hinge R Support, Hinge Arm R
205
ADF Cover ASSY, Document Stopper
206
Gear Cover, ADF Front Cover, Document Sub Tray
207
Document Separate Roller ASSY
209
ADF Separation Holder ASSY
210
Second Side CIS Unit, Second Side CIS Flat Cable (Models with Duplex Printing Only)
211
Panel Unit
216
Panel PCB ASSY, LCD (for LCD: 4.85 Inch Models)
218
LCD Relay Flat Cable (for LCD: 3.7 Inch Models)
220
Panel PCB ASSY, LCD, LCD Relay PCB ASSY LCD Relay Flat Cable (for LCD: 3.7 Inch Models)
220
Touch Panel ASSY
222
NFC PCB ASSY (Models with NFC Only)
223
USB Host PCB ASSY
224
First Side CIS Unit, First Side CIS Flat Cable
225
Joint Cover ASSY
232
Modem PCB ASSY (Models with FAX Only)
234
Stack Sensor PCB ASSY (Models with USB Host on the Rear Side Only)
236
Main PCB ASSY / Wireless LAN PCB (Wireless LAN Models Only)
237
External Temperature/Humidity Sensor
239
Laser Unit
240
PF Roller Holder ASSY
242
Low-Voltage Power Supply PCB ASSY
243
Toner Amount Detection Sensor PCB ASSY (Light Emission)
246
Main Fan
248
Filter
250
Relay Front PCB ASSY
251
Registration Clutch / T1 Pickup Clutch
252
Main Frame L ASSY
253
Paper Feed Motor
256
Develop Joint Gear 37 / Develop Joint
258
Toner Amount Detection Sensor PCB ASSY (Light Reception)
259
MP Solenoid
260
Develop Clutch 51R
261
Internal Temperature Sensor
262
Fuser Drive Gear 39
263
Eject Motor
265
Back Cover/Duplex Tray Sensor
266
LT/TT Connector
267
High-Voltage Power Supply PCB ASSY
268
Eject Sensor PCB ASSY
271
MP Roller Holder ASSY / MP Separation Pad ASSY / MP Separation Pad Spring
272
T1 Paper Feed Sensor PCB ASSY / T1 Paper Feed Actuator / T1 Paper Feed Actuator Spring
273
MP Paper Empty Sensor PCB ASSY / MP Paper Empty Actuator 1 / MP Paper Empty Actuator 2
275
Paper Empty Sensor PCB ASSY (Models with USB Host on the Rear Side Only)
278
Registration Front/Rear Sensor PCB ASSY
279
Disassembly Procedure (Lt Unit)
282
Paper Tray
282
LT Roller Holder ASSY
284
LT Side Cover L
285
LT Side Cover R
286
LT Front Cover ASSY
287
LT Control PCB ASSY
288
LT Pickup Clutch
289
LT Release Clutch
290
LT Connector ASSY / LT Connector Upper
293
LT Paper Feed Sensor PCB ASSY
294
LT Paper Empty Sensor PCB ASSY
297
Chapter 4 Adjusting and Updating Settings as Required after Parts Replacement
298
If You Replace the Main Pcb Assy
298
Installing Firmware (Sub Firmware and Main Firmware)
299
Checking Firmware Version
299
Installing Firmware
300
Adjusting Touch Panel (Function Code: 61)
302
Initializing the EEPROM of the Main PCB ASSY (Function Code: 01)
302
Configure for Country/Region and Model (Function Code: 74)
302
Activating Memory Writing
302
Setting Serial Number and Entering Adjusted Value of Laser Unit
303
Acquiring White Level Data (Function Code: 55)
304
Adjusting Left-End and Upper-End Print Position (Function Code: 45) (TT Only)
304
Resetting to Factory Shipping State
304
If You Replace the Low-Voltage Power Supply Pcb Assy
305
Resetting Irregular Power Supply Counter of the Low-Voltage Power Supply PCB (Function Code: 88)
305
If You Replace the Laser Unit
306
Entering Adjusted Value of Laser Unit
307
Resetting Printed Pages Counter of the Laser Unit
307
If You Replace the Lcd Panel Assy or Panel Pcb
308
Adjusting Touch Panel (Function Code: 61)
308
Checking LCD Operation (Function Code: 12)
308
If You Replace the Adf Unit, First Side Cis Unit, Second Side Cis Unit or Document Scanner Unit
309
Acquiring White Level Data (Function Code: 55)
309
Scanning and Printing Check
309
If You Replace the Fuser Unit
310
Resetting Printed Pages Counter of the Fuser Unit
310
If You Replace a Pf Kit
311
Resetting Printed Pages Counter of a PF Kit
311
If You Replace the Tt / Lt
312
Installing Firmware (Main Firmware)
313
Checking Firmware Version
313
Installing Firmware
314
Adjusting Left-End and Upper-End Print Position (TT Only)
315
Chapter 5 Service Functions
316
Maintenance Mode
316
How to Enter Maintenance Mode
316
Method of Entering Maintenance Mode for Service Personnel
316
Method of Entering End-User Accessible Maintenance Mode
317
List of Maintenance Mode Functions
318
Details of Maintenance Mode Functions
320
Initialize EEPROM Parameters (Function Code: 01, 91)
320
ADF Performance Test (Function Code: 08)
321
Print Quality Test Pattern (Function Code: 09)
322
Set Worker Switches (WSW) and Print Worker Switch Setting Data (Function Code: 10, 11)
323
Check LCD Operation (Function Code: 12)
326
Check Control Panel Key Operation (Function Code: 13)
327
Save Netconfig Data (Function Code: 18)
328
Display Software Version (Function Code: 25)
329
Change Onepushdemo Function Setting (Function Code: 28)
330
Check Sensor Operation (Function Code: 32)
331
Display LAN Connection Status (Function Code: 33)
335
Set PC Print Functions (Function Code: 43)
336
Change USB No. Return Value / Adjust Left-End Print Position / Adjust Upper-End Print Position / Set HEXDUMP Mode (Function Code: 45)
339
Adjust Printable Range for each Speed Level (Full Speed / Half Speed for Thick Paper / Quiet Mode) (Function Code: 46)
342
Set Country / Language (Function Code: 52)
344
Transfer Received Fax Data / Log Information (Function Code: 53) (Fax Models Only)
345
Fine-Tune Scanning Position (Function Code: 54)
347
Acquire White Level Data and Set CIS Scan Area (Function Code: 55)
348
Adjust Touch Panel (Function Code: 61)
349
Continuous Print Test (Function Code: 67)
350
Print Frame Pattern (Single-Side Printing) (Function Code: 69)
354
Print Frame Pattern (Duplex Printing) (Function Code: 70)
355
Print Test Pattern (Function Code: 71)
356
Configure for Country/Region and Model (Function Code: 74)
359
Print Maintenance Information (Function Code: 77)
364
Check Main Fan Operation (Function Code: 78)
366
Delete Fax Data (Function Code: 79)
367
Display Machine Log Information (Function Code: 80)
368
Display Machine Error Code (Function Code: 82)
372
Send Communication Log Information to Telephone Line (Function Code: 87)
373
Reset Counters for Consumable Parts (Function Code: 88)
374
Quit Maintenance Mode (Function Code: 99)
375
Other Service Functions
376
Print Communication Error List
376
Reset the Drum Unit Counter
376
Chapter 6 Wiring Diagram
377
Wiring Diagram
377
Chapter 7 Periodical Maintenance
380
Safety Precautions
380
Periodical Replacement Parts
381
Preparation
381
Fuser Unit
382
Laser Unit
386
PF Kit MP
396
PF Kit 1
397
PF Kit 2/3/4/5
399
Appendix 1 Serial Numbering System
401
Appendix 2 Deleting User Setting Information
402
Appendix 3 Installing the Maintenance Printer Driver
403
Brother MFC-8540DN Manual (23 pages)
Brand:
Brother
| Category:
All in One Printer
| Size: 3.2 MB
Table of Contents
Symbols and Conventions Used in the Documentation
2
Compilation and Publication Notice
3
Choose a Safe Location for Your Product
3
General Precautions
6
Connecting the Product Safely
11
Important Safety Instructions
13
Servicing the Product
14
Disconnect Device
15
Approval Information (MFC Only)
15
LAN Connection (Network Models Only)
18
Radio Interference
18
Open Source Licensing Remarks
20
Copyright and License
20
Other Information
20
Unlawful Use of Copying Equipment (MFC Only)
21
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Brother MFC-8540DN Quick Setup Manual (2 pages)
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