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Brother FAX 4750 Operation Manual

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  • Page 1 FAX 4750 FAX 5750 MFC 8300 MFC 8600 MFC 8700 ® ®...
  • Page 2 If You Need to Call Customer Service Please complete the following information for future reference: Model Number: FAX 4750 FAX 5750 MFC 8300 MFC 8600 MFC 8700 (Circle your model number) Serial Number:* Date of Purchase: Place of Purchase: * The serial number is on the back of the unit. Retain this manual with your sales receipt as a permanent record of your purchase, in the event of a theft, fire or warranty service.

  • Page 3: Brother Numbers

    Brother Customer Service has installed an easy-to-use fax-back system, so you can get instant answers to common technical questions and product information for all Brother products. This system is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You can use the system to send faxes to any fax machine, not just the one from which you are calling.

  • Page 4: Ordering Accessories And Supplies

    Ordering Accessories and Supplies For best quality results use only genuine Brother accessories, available at most Brother retailers. If you cannot find the accessory you need and you have a Visa, MasterCard, Discover or American Express credit card, you can order accessories directly from Brother.
  • Page 5 Center to perform the installation of the memory board(s) for you. If you elect to use a Brother Authorized Service Center, you will be responsible for a moderate service charge. For the name and location of a convenient Authorized Service Center, please call 1-800-521-2846.
  • Page 6 BROTHER 90 DAY LIMITED WARRANTY and EXCHANGE SERVICE (For FAX 4750 and FAX 5750 Only) This warranty gives you certain rights and you may also have other rights that may vary from state to state. This warranty is given only to the end-...
  • Page 7 BROTHER 90 DAY LIMITED WARRANTY and EXCHANGE SERVICE (For FAX 4750 and FAX 5750 Only) Product if: (i) you do not return your original Product to Brother within five (5) business days; (ii) the malfunctions of your original Product are not covered by the limited warranty;...
  • Page 8 BROTHER ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY and EXCHANGE SERVICE (For MFC 8300, MFC 8600 and MFC 8700 Only) This warranty gives you certain rights and you may also have other rights that may vary from state to state. This warranty is given only to the end-...
  • Page 9 M F C (For USA Only) This Limited Warranty is the only warranty that Brother is giving for this Product. It is the final expression and the exclusive and only statement of Brother’s obligations to you. It replaces all other agreements and understandings that you may have with Brother or its representatives.
  • Page 10 Brother Authorized Service Representative, or from the use of supplies or consumable items that are non-Brother products. Operation of the MFC/Facsimile machine in excess of the specifications or with the Serial Number or Rating Label removed shall be deemed abuse and all repairs thereafter shall be the sole liability of the end-user/purchaser.

  • Page 11: Table Of Contents

    Using this Manual ... 1-1 Finding Information ... 1-1 Test Sheet Procedures (For USA Only) ... 1-1 FAX 4750 and FAX 5750 Control Panel Overview ... 1-2 MFC 8300, MFC 8600 and MFC 8700 Control Panel Overview .. 1-4 About Your Machine ... 1-6 Fax Tones and Handshake ...
  • Page 12 Setting Ring Delay ... 5-2 Setting F/T Ring Time ... 5-2 Easy Receive ... 5-3 Turning on Cassette #2 (For FAX 4750, FAX 5750, MFC 8600 and MFC 8700 Only) ... 5-3 Printing a Reduced Incoming Document ... 5-4 Recommended Reductions ... 5-4 Setting Paper Size ...
  • Page 13 Viewing Caller ID List ... 5-13 Clearing a Caller ID Stored in Memory ... 5-14 Printing Caller ID List ... 5-14 Call Waiting Caller ID (For FAX 4750, MFC 8300, MFC 8600 and MFC 8700) ... 5-14 SETUP SEND ... 6-1 Before You Begin ...
  • Page 14 Copying a Photograph ... 11-3 SETTING UP BROTHER MACHINE AND PC TO WORK TOGETHER (FOR MFC 8300 ONLY) ... 12-1 Using the Brother Machine with Your PC ... 12-1 T A B L E O F C O N T E N T S...
  • Page 15 Before You Install Brother Printer Driver ... 12-2 If You Don’t Have a CD-ROM Drive ... 12-2 Computer Requirements ... 12-2 Connecting Brother Machine to PC with a USB Cable (For Using Windows Installing Brother Printer Driver Using USB Cable ... 12-4 Manually Installing True Type Fonts ...
  • Page 16 Paper Cassette #2 (Option) (For FAX 4750 and MFC 8600 Only) ... 15-2 Multi-Function Link (For FAX 4750, FAX 5750 and MFC 8300 Only) ... 15-2 IMPORTANT INFORMATION ... 16-1 Standard Telephone and FCC Notices (For 120V Models Only) 16-1 These notices are in effect on models sold and used in the United States only.
  • Page 17 (FOR MFC 8300 ONLY) ... 18-1 For USB equipped Apple New Power Macintosh G3 or iMac with Mac OS 8.5/8.6 ... 18-1 Install Brother Printer Driver for MFC 8300 ... 18-1 SPECIFICATIONS ... S-1 Product Description ... S-1 Fax Specifications ... S-1 Printer Specifications ...
  • Page 18 GLOSSARY ... G-1 INDEX ... I-1 T A B L E O F C O N T E N T S...

  • Page 19: Introduction

    Test Sheet Procedures (For USA Only) After programming your Station ID, please fill out the TEST SHEET included with your machine and fax it to Brother’s Automated Fax Response System as your first transmission. This will verify that your machine is properly installed.

  • Page 20: Fax 4750 And Fax 5750 Control Panel Overview

    FAX 4750 and FAX 5750 Control Panel Overview Toner Empty Icon The Toner icon flashes on and off when toner is low, so you'll know to order another toner cartridge. You will be able to print until the indicator stays on.
  • Page 21 Dial Pad Dials phone and fax numbers and can be used as a keyboard for entering information into the machine. Volume High/Low Keys Lets you adjust speaker, ring and handset volume. Stop Stops a fax, cancels an operation or exits from function mode. Start Starts an operation (such as sending a fax).

  • Page 22: Mfc 8300, Mfc 8600 And Mfc 8700 Control Panel Overview

    MFC 8300, MFC 8600 and MFC 8700 Control Panel Overview Toner Empty Icon The Toner icon flashes on and off when toner is low, so you'll know to order another toner cartridge. You will be able to print until the indicator stays on. Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) Displays messages to help you set up and operate your machine.

  • Page 23: Stop

    Stop Stops a fax, cancels an operation or exits from function mode. Start Starts an operation (such as sending a fax). Copy Function Keys: Enlarge Enlarges copies depending on the ratio you select: 100%, 120%, 125%, 150%, 200% and MANUAL. Reduce Reduces copies depending upon the ratio you select: AUTO, 50%, 75%,...

  • Page 24: About Your Machine

    About Your Machine If you’re a first-time fax machine user, fax operation might seem a little mysterious. Soon, you’ll recognize the unusual fax tones on your phone line, and be able to send and receive faxes easily. Fax Tones and Handshake When someone is sending a fax, the machine sends fax calling tones, (CNG tones)—soft, intermittent beeps at 4-second intervals.

  • Page 25: Assembly And Connections

    Paper Cassette #2 (For FAX 5750 and MFC 8700 Only) If an item is missing, call Brother Customer Service at 1-800-284-4329 (USA), 1-800-853-6660 (from within Canada) or 1-514-685-6464 (from within Montreal). See Ordering Accessories and Supplies on page ii for the correct item numbers.

  • Page 26: Choosing A Location

    Choosing a Location Place your machine on a flat, stable surface, such as a desk. Select a place that is free of vibration and shocks. Locate the machine near a telephone jack and a standard, grounded power outlet. Avoid placing your machine in a high-traffic area. Do not place near heaters, air conditioners, water, chemicals or refrigerators.

  • Page 27: Assembly

    Assembly Installing the Drum Unit Assembly (with Toner Cartridge) Unpack the drum unit assembly, including the toner cartridge, and gently rock it from side to side five or six times to distribute the toner evenly inside the cartridge. To prevent damage to the drum, do not expose it to light for longer than a few minutes.

  • Page 28: Attach The Trays

    Attach the Trays Attach the document support and document tray with extension, and unfold the extension, which holds documents in place. Unfold the Front Output Bin Extension, which holds printed pages in place. Connect Paper Cassette #2 (For FAX 5750 and MFC 8700 Only) Carefully pick up the machine and place it on top of Paper Cassette #2.

  • Page 29: Manual Feed Slot

    Plug the modular cable from Cassette #2 into the modular jack on the Brother machine. To select which cassette will be used for printing, see setting Cassette Usage, page 5-5. If you move the machine after connecting Cassette #2, be sure to carefully lift Cassette #2 with the machine because they are not attached.

  • Page 30: Paper

    Paper Acceptable Paper Paper Type Multi-purpose cut sheet Paper Cassette #1 & #2: Manual Feed Slot: cut sheet envelopes post cards organizer labels and transparencies We Recommend: Cut sheet: Labels: Transparencies: Paper Capacity of Paper Cassette Multi-purpose Paper Cassette #1: Front Output Bin: 2 - 6 A S S E M B L Y...

  • Page 31: Paper Specification For The Cassette

    Paper Specification for the Cassette Basis Weight: Caliper: Moisture Content: Manual Feed Slot Basis Weight: Caliper: Moisture Content: Fax messages can be received on only Letter, Legal and A4 size paper. If you use legal or A4, change the Paper Size setting: (For the FAX: Function A S S E M B L Y...

  • Page 32: Loading Paper In Multi-Purpose Paper Cassette

    Loading Paper in Multi-purpose Paper Cassette Pull the paper cassette completely out of the machine. Slide the paper width and length adjusters for the paper size you want. Fan the paper well. Load paper in the paper cassette. Press down on the paper to flatten it in all four corners, keeping the paper level below the guide.

  • Page 33: Connections

    Connections Connecting the Machine Connect the handset, power cord, and telephone line. Connecting the Handset Connect the curled handset cord to the bottom of the handset and the left side of the machine. Connect the power cord. When you connect the power, the screen displays Connect the telephone line.

  • Page 34: Connecting An External Telephone

    Answer mode to MANUAL. If You Do NOT Subscribe to Distinctive Ring Service: You must plug your TAD into the EXT. jack of your Brother machine. If your TAD is plugged into a wall jack, both your machine and the TAD will try to control the phone line.

  • Page 35: Recording Outgoing Message (Ogm)

    Do not connect a TAD elsewhere on the same phone line. Plug the telephone line cord from the wall jack into the left side of the machine in the jack labeled LINE. Plug the telephone line cord from your TAD into the left side of the machine in the jack labeled EXT.

  • Page 36: Special Line Considerations

    Your machine will work best on a dedicated line.

  • Page 37: Installing Machine, External Two-Line Tad, And Two-Line Telephone

    Place the two-line TAD and the two-line telephone next to your machine. Plug one end of the telephone line cord for your fax machine into the L2 jack of the triplex adapter. Plug the other end into the LINE jack on the left side of the machine.

  • Page 38: Multi-Line Connections (Pbx)

    Multi-Line Connections (PBX) Most offices use a central telephone system. While it is often relatively simple to connect the machine to a key system or a PBX (Private Branch Exchange), we suggest that you contact the company that installed your telephone system and ask them to connect the machine for you.

  • Page 39: On-Screen Programming

    FAX or an MFC. If you have an MFC model there is an extra key press—to access the FAX functions you must first press have a FAX 4750 or FAX 5750, follow the function step for FAX. If you have an MFC 8300, MFC 8600 or MFC 8700, follow the function step for MFC.

  • Page 40: Function Selection Table

    VOL AMPLIFY:ON setting on a temporary or permanent basis. Turn CASSETTE #2 ON if you purchased the optional Cassette (For FAX 4750 Changes for Daylight Savings Time automatically. P R O G R A M M I N G...

  • Page 41: Fax Functions

    PC receiving of MFC 8700 Only) messages. If you purchased the optional MFL Pro for your FAX 4750, FAX 5750 or MFC 8300, you can set this option. Factory Set O N - S C R E E N...
  • Page 42 1. Fax Functions ( CONTINUED 3. SETUP SEND Function 1. COVERPG SETUP 2. COVERPAGE MSG 3. CONTRAST 4. RESOLUTION 5. OVERSEAS MODE 6. CALL RESERVE 7. DELAYED FAX 8. POLLED TX 9. REAL TIME TX 0. BATCH TX 4. REMAINING JOBS Function Canceling a job in memory Cancel a delayed fax or polling job.

  • Page 43: 4. Tel. Index

    1. Fax Functions ( CONTINUED 7. PRINT REPORTS Function Description 1. XMIT REPORT 2. ACT.REPORT Print lists and reports 3. ALL DIAL of activity. 4. TEL. INDEX (Details in Chapter 10) 5. USER SETTINGS 6. MEMORY STATUS 8. REMOTE FAX OPT Function Description 1.
  • Page 44 2. Printer Functions (For MFC 8300, MFC 8600 and MFC 8700 Only) 1. PRINT OPTIONS Function Description 1. INTERNAL FONT You can print resident fonts to check and confirm font types 2. CONFIGURATION Printer settings and status are listed here. 2.

  • Page 45: Initial Setup

    Initial Setup Getting Started Setting Dialing Mode (Tone/Pulse) Your machine comes set to accommodate tone (multi-frequency) dialing service. If you have pulse (rotary) dialing service, you need to change the dialing mode. For the FAX, press For the MFC, press to select dialing mode and press Press...

  • Page 46: Setting Station Id

    Setting Station ID You can store your name, fax number, and telephone number to be printed on all fax pages you send. See Composing Electronic Cover Page, page 6-5. For the FAX, press Function For the MFC, press Function Enter your fax number (up to 20 digits) and press You must enter a fax number to proceed.

  • Page 47: Inserting Spaces

    In order to program this information into your fax machine, you should complete the steps described on pages 4-1 and 4-2. The telephone number you enter is used only for Call Back Message and Cover Page features.

  • Page 48: Setting Beeper Volume

    Setting Beeper Volume You can set the beeper to LOW, HIGH or OFF. The default setting is LOW. When the beeper is set to LOW or HIGH, the machine beeps every time you press a key or make an error, and at the end of fax sending or receiving.

  • Page 49: Setting Volume Amplify

    Setting Volume Amplify Please carefully read “Choosing the Handset Volume,” page 4-4 before you do the following steps: For the FAX, press Function For the MFC, press Function If none of the users are hearing-impaired, press to select VOL AMPLIFY:OFF? and press , then go to Step 4 —OR—...

  • Page 50: Sleep Mode

    Sleep Mode Setting the Sleep Mode reduces power consumption while the machine is idle. You can choose how long the machine is idle (from 00 to 99 minutes) before it drops into sleep mode. The timer automatically resets when the machine receives a fax or PC data, or makes a copy. The default setting is 0 minutes.

  • Page 51: Setup Receive

    Setup Receive Basic Receiving Operations Select Answer Mode There are four different answer modes for your machine. You may choose the mode that best suits your needs by pressing the Mode button repeatedly until you have changed the FAX and FAX/TEL lights to the setting you want to use.

  • Page 52: Setting Ring Delay

    Setting Ring Delay The Ring Delay setting determines the number of times the machine rings before it answers. If you have extension phones on the same line as the machine, keep the Ring Delay default setting of 4. (See Easy Receive, page 5-3 and Operation from External or Extension Telephones and For FAX/TEL Mode Only, page 5-7.) For the FAX, press...

  • Page 53: Easy Receive

    Selecting ON allows the machine to receive fax calls automatically, even if you lift the handset of an extension or external phone. Selecting SEMI lets the machine receive the call only if you’ve answered it at the Brother machine. Selecting OFF means you’ll have to activate the machine yourself, by pressing machine.

  • Page 54: Printing A Reduced Incoming Document

    (up to legal) in your machine. If you choose AUTO, your machine chooses the level of reduction for you. For the FAX 4750, FAX 5750, MFC 8600 and MFC 8700 only, after you connect Cassette #2, you can select the reduction ratio for each cassette.

  • Page 55: Setting Paper Size

    You can also select the level of page reduction to fit on the paper in your machine. For the FAX 4750, FAX 5750, MFC 8600 and MFC 8700 only, after you connect Cassette #2, you can select the paper size for each cassette.

  • Page 56: Setting The Print Density

    Press to select AUTO, CASSETTE#1 ONLY or CASSETTE#2 ONLY and press Press to exit. Stop Setting the Print Density You can adjust the print density, by making your printed documents darker or lighter. For the FAX. press Function For the MFC, press Function Press to make print lighter, or...

  • Page 57: Advanced Receiving Operations

    Advanced Receiving Operations Operation from Extension Telephone (For FAX 4750, MFC 8300, MFC 8600 and MFC 8700 only) or External Telephone If you answer a fax call on an extension phone (or on an external phone in the EXT. jack), you can make your machine take over by using the Fax Receive Code.

  • Page 58: Printing A Fax In Memory

    All parties involved in polling need to set up their fax machines to accommodate polling. When someone polls your machine to receive a fax, they pay for the call; if you poll someone’s fax machine to receive a fax, you pay for the call.

  • Page 59: Setting Up Polling Receive

    Setting Up Polling Receive Polling Receive is when you call another fax machine to receive a fax from it. (See Canceling a Scheduled Job, page 5-10.) For the FAX, press Function For the MFC, press Function Press to choose ON (or OFF) and press Enter the fax number you are polling.

  • Page 60: Canceling A Scheduled Job

    Canceling a Scheduled Job You can cancel tasks you’ve scheduled, such as Delayed Fax or Polling Transmit. For the FAX, press Function For the MFC, press Function Any waiting jobs will appear on the display. If no jobs are waiting, the screen displays NO JOB WAITING.

  • Page 61: Distinctive Ringing

    Distinctive Ringing This machine 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’ll know which phone number is ringing. This is one way you can have a separate phone number for your machine.

  • Page 62: Registering Your Distinctive Ringing Pattern

    Registering your Distinctive Ringing Pattern If you are not sure which ring pattern you have, call your telephone company. Then assign that pattern in the steps below. Set the machine to MANUAL mode. For the FAX, press Function For the MFC, press Function The screen displays the current setting of this feature.

  • Page 63: Caller Id

    Caller ID The Caller ID feature of this machine 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 name or telephone number of your caller as the line rings. (See Printing Caller ID List, page 5-14.) After a few rings, the screen displays the telephone number of your caller (or name, if available).

  • Page 64: Clearing A Caller Id Stored In Memory

    Press Start Call Waiting Caller ID (For FAX 4750, MFC 8300, MFC 8600 and MFC 8700) The Call Waiting Caller ID feature lets you use the Call Waiting Caller ID service offered by many local telephone companies. The feature displays the telephone number (or name, if available) of Call Waiting callers on your machine’s screen.

  • Page 65: Setup Send

    Use standard (17 lb–24 lb) paper when using the ADF. If you’re using heavier paper, feed each sheet individually to prevent paper jams. The FAX 4750, FAX 5750 and MFC 8700’s ADF can hold up to 50 pages if you stagger the pages and meet the following conditions: Temperature: 68 F –...

  • Page 66: Sending Faxes With Multiple Settings

    If you send faxes from a computer on the same phone line and your Brother machine intercepts them, set Easy Receive to OFF. Sending Faxes with Multiple Settings When you send a fax you can choose any combination of the available settings: add a coverpage and select a comment;...

  • Page 67: Dual Access

    Dual Access You can scan up to 50 documents into the fax memory, even while the machine is receiving or sending another fax (from memory). You can set temporary settings for each fax you're scanning, except Timer and Polling. If you try to scan in and store a 51st fax, the machine will send it immediately, without storing it in memory.

  • Page 68: Checking The Jobs Status

    Press if you want to select additional settings. The display returns to the SETUP SEND menu—OR—Press settings and go to Step 6. Enter fax number and press Checking the Jobs Status Check which jobs are still waiting in memory to be sent. (If no jobs are waiting, the screen displays NO JOB WAITING.) (See Canceling a Job in Memory on this page.) For the FAX, press...

  • Page 69: Basic Sending Operations

    Basic Sending Operations Composing Electronic Cover Page The cover page is generated at the receiving party’s machine. Your cover page includes the name stored in the One Touch or Speed Dial memory. If you’re dialing manually, the name is left blank. (See One Touch and Speed Dialing, pages 8-1, 8-2.) The cover page indicates your Station ID, and the number of pages you’re sending.

  • Page 70: Composing Your Own Comments

    Composing Your Own Comments You can set up two custom comments. For the FAX, press Function For the MFC, press Function to choose position 5 or 6 for your customized comment and press Use the dial pad to enter your customized comment and press (See Entering Text, page 4-2.) Press...

  • Page 71: Always Send Cover Page

    Always Send Cover Page Make sure Station ID is set up. This feature does not work without the Station ID. (See Setting Station ID, page 4-2.) You can set the machine to send a cover page whenever you send a fax. The number of pages in your fax is not included when you use this setting.

  • Page 72: Contrast

    Contrast If your document is very light or very dark, you might want to set the contrast. Use S.LIGHT to send a very light document. Use S.DARK to send a very dark document. Insert the document, face down, in the feeder. For the FAX, press Function For the MFC, press...

  • Page 73: Advanced Sending Operations

    You can send a fax and let the other party know that you want to have a conversation after the fax transmission is complete. The other fax machine will ring as if it were receiving a telephone call; if the other party picks up the handset, your machine will ring.

  • Page 74: Print Sample Call Back Message

    You cannot use auto redial with Call Reservation. You cannot use Call Reservation with Delayed Transmission or with Polling. You must register your Station ID to set Call Back Message to ON. Print Sample Call Back Message For the FAX, press Function For the MFC, press Function...

  • Page 75: Delayed Batch Transmission

    Delayed Batch Transmission Before sending the delayed faxes, your Brother machine will economize by sorting all the documents in memory by destination and scheduled time. All delayed faxes scheduled at the same time to the same fax number will be sent as one transmission.

  • Page 76: Multiple Resolution Transmission

    Insert the document into the feeder. Enter a number using One Touch, Speed Dial, Group number, Tel-index or the dial pad. Example: Group number Press Help/Broadcast Enter the next number. Example: Speed Dial Press Help/Broadcast Enter the next fax number. Example: Manual dialing, using the dial pad.

  • Page 77: Setting Up Polling Transmit

    Setting Up Polling Transmit Polling Transmit is when you set up your machine to wait with a document so another fax machine can retrieve it. (See Interrupting Delayed Fax and Polling Transmit Jobs on this page.) Place the document to be retrieved in the feeder.
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  • Page 79: Setup Auto Dial Numbers

    For the MFC, press Press the One Touch key where you want to store a number. (One Touch key has been pre-programmed for the Brother Fax-Back System (USA only). You can override it if you wish.) The screen displays the location you selected.

  • Page 80: Storing Speed Dial Numbers

    If you need to store a pause longer than 3.5 seconds, press more times. Even if you lose electrical power, numbers stored in memory will not be lost. Storing Speed Dial Numbers You can store Speed Dial numbers, so you can dial by pressing only three keys (and ).

  • Page 81: Setting Up Groups For Broadcasting

    Setting Up Groups for Broadcasting Groups allow you to send the same fax message to many fax numbers by pressing only one One Touch Group key (and store each fax number as a One Touch or Speed Dial number. Then, you can combine them into a Group.

  • Page 82: Changing One Touch And Speed Dial Numbers

    If you try to store a One Touch or Speed Dial number in a location where a number is already stored, the screen displays the current name stored at that location, then prompts you to either *O1: BROTHER 1.CHANGE 2.EXIT Press...

  • Page 83: Telephone Operations

    Hook Hook after pressing the One Touch key. If Start when the receiving fax machine Start T E L E P H O N E O P E R A T I O N S 8 - 1...

  • Page 84: Speed Dialing

    Hook , then press the two-digit Speed Dial after pressing the Speed Dial number. Start when the receiving fax machine Start . (See Storing One Touch Dial Numbers, page Start and “7000” on One Touch key you can dial “555-7000”. To...

  • Page 85: Pause

    Pause Press to insert a 3.5 second pause between numbers. If you are Redial/Pause dialing overseas, you can press increase the length of the pause. Fax Redial If you’re sending a fax manually and the line is busy, press retry the number. If you’re sending a fax automatically and the line is busy, the machine will redial automatically up to three times at 5 minute intervals.
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  • Page 87: Remote Fax Options

    Remote Fax Options Fax Forwarding/Paging You cannot use Paging and Fax Forwarding at the same time. You cannot use Paging and Fax Forwarding when “Fax Storage” is set to OFF. Programming a Fax Forwarding Number When Fax Forwarding is set to ON, your machine stores the received fax in memory, then dials the fax number you’ve programmed, and forwards the fax message.

  • Page 88: Programming Paging Number

    Programming Paging Number When Paging is selected, your machine dials the pager number you’ve programmed, and dials your Personal Identification Number (PIN) when connected, to activate your pager and let you know you have a fax message in the memory. For the FAX, press Function For the MFC, press...

  • Page 89: Changing Remote Retrieval Access Code

    Stop Remote Retrieval You can call your machine from any fax machine using touch tone and use a Remote Retrieval Access Code and other button presses to retrieve fax messages. Cut out the Remote Retrieval Access Card on the last page and keep it in your wallet as an aid.

  • Page 90: Remote Commands

    Forwarding number you registered is correct on the List. You can set FAX STORAGE to ON or OFF. Enter the number of a remote fax machine to receive the Memory Status List or stored fax message(s). (See page 9-5.) If you hear one long beep, you can erase fax message(s) from the memory.

  • Page 91: Retrieving Memory Status List

    Code ( When you hear two short beeps, use the dial pad to press Using the dial pad, enter the number of the remote fax machine (up to 20 digits) where you want the Memory Status List forwarded, and then press...

  • Page 92: Changing Fax Forwarding Number Remotely

    To retrieve the Memory Status List, when you hear two short beeps, use the dial pad to press Use the dial pad to enter the number of the remote fax machine (up to 20 digits), and then press After you hear your machine beep, hang up and wait.

  • Page 93: Printing Reports

    Printing Reports MFC Settings and Activity You can print the following lists and reports: 1.XMIT REPORT 2.ACT.REPORT 3.ALL DIAL 4.TEL.INDEX 5.USER SETTINGS 6.MEMORY STATUS To Print a Report For the FAX, press Function For the MFC, press Enter the number of the report you want to print. For example, press For the Activity Report, also press and press...

  • Page 94: Transmission Verification (Xmit) Report

    Transmission Verification (Xmit) Report You can use the Xmit Report as proof that you sent a fax. This report lists the time and date of transmission, and whether the transmission was successful. When the feature is OFF, the report is printed automatically only if an error occurred during transmission.

  • Page 95: Making Copies

    Making Copies Using Your Machine as a Copier You can use your machine as a copy machine, making up to 99 copies at a time. The machine can stack the copies or collate (sort) them. The printable area of your machine begins at approximately one-sixth inch (4mm) from the edge of the paper.

  • Page 96: Making Multiple Copies

    Making Multiple Copies There are two ways to make multiple copies on your machine. You can choose whether the copies will be STACKED (all copies of page 1, then all copies of page 2, etc.), or SORTED (collated). The default resolution for multiple copies is Standard.

  • Page 97: Reducing And Enlarging Copies

    Reducing and Enlarging Copies AUTO sets the machine to calculate automatically the reduction ratio that fits the size of your paper. MANUAL allows you to enter a ratio from 50% to 200% in 1% increments. Insert document face-down in the feeder. Press Enlarge Reduce...
  • Page 98 11 - 4 M A K I N G C O P I E S...

  • Page 99: Setting Up Brother Machine And Pc To Work Together (For Mfc 8300 Only)

    Brother machine to your computer and to install the Brother printer driver from the bundled CD-ROM If you have a FAX 4750, FAX 5750 or MFC 8300 and purchased the optional Multi-Function Link becomes a 6 in 1 multi-function center.

  • Page 100: Before You Install Brother Printer Driver

    DSK8395 for Windows USA: From within Canada: From within Montreal: 1-514-685-6464 To order the appropriate set of disks, you must tell the Brother Representative the version of Windows model number. Computer Requirements The following are the minimum computer requirements you need to set up and operate the MFC as a printer.

  • Page 101: Connecting Brother Machine To Pc With A Usb Cable (For Using Windows 98 Only)

    A USB cable is not included with your MFC 8300. Before you can set up the USB interface, please purchase a standard USB cable. Or, to set up the parallel interface instead, please see “Connecting Brother Machine to PC with Bundled Parallel Cable” on page 12-9.

  • Page 102: Installing Brother Printer Driver Using Usb Cable

    Select [Recommended] and click Next. Installing Brother Printer Driver Using USB Cable Insert the Printer driver CD-ROM. Select Specify a location and remove the other check marks, then click Browse to locate the file. Double-click on the CD icon and click on the Win98usb folder, then click OK.
  • Page 103 Click Next. Select [Recommended] and click Next. Confirm the choice is Brother MFL Pro Printer II and click Next. S E T U P B R O T H E R M A C H I N E W I T H...
  • Page 104 Select BRUSB: USB Printer Port and click Next. Type Brother MFL Pro Printer II as the name of printer and click Next. Select Yes [Recommended] and click Finish. 12 - 6 S E T U P B R O T H E R...
  • Page 105 After completing the test print, click Yes. Click Finish. This completes the installation of the Printer and its USB driver. S E T U P B R O T H E R M A C H I N E W I T H 12 - 7...

  • Page 106: Manually Installing True Type Fonts

    True Type Fonts during the initial Windows installation, or manually at a later time. True Type Fonts are the fonts that are used in the Windows systems. If you install the Brother True Type Fonts, more types of fonts will be available for Windows ®...

  • Page 107: Connecting Brother Machine To Pc With Bundled Parallel Cable

    Connecting Brother Machine to PC With Bundled Parallel Cable You must connect the Brother machine to your PC with the included bi-directional IEEE-1284 compliant parallel cable. Make sure to unplug the machine’s power cord from the electrical outlet before connecting the parallel interface cable.

  • Page 108: Installing Brother Printer Driver (For Parallel Interface) (For Windows 95/98 And Windows Nt Workstation Version 4.0 Only)

    You can also click Start at the Desktop, select Run and then enter x:\SETUP.EXE. (“x” is the drive letter for your CD-ROM drive.) If you are using Windows Insert the Brother CD-ROM for the MFC 8300 printer driver into your CD-ROM drive. From the Program Manager, click on File, then Run.
  • Page 109 A window appears listing the options: For each application you install, click on that name in the Software Installation window and follow the instructions on the screen. The last ® step will be to restart Windows and access the Software Installation window again to install the next application.
  • Page 110 12 - 12 S E T U P B R O T H E R M A C H I N E W I T H...

  • Page 111: For Dos Users (For Mfc 8300, Mfc 8600 And Mfc 8700 Only)

    For DOS Users (For MFC 8300, MFC 8600 and MFC 8700 Only) DOS printing is NOT available for the FAX 4750 and FAX 5750. How to Use Brother machine with Your DOS Application Software Before working with your application software that runs on DOS, check that the Brother machine’s name appears in the printer selection of your...

  • Page 112: Printer Status Monitor Program

    (You can also operate the program with the keyboard.) Follow these steps to install the remote printer console program: Make sure your Brother machine is connected to your computer and it is set to Online. Start your computer and go to the DOS prompt. If you are in Windows exit and return to the DOS prompt.

  • Page 113: Using The Remote Printer Console Main Program

    [ /¬] Select [Enter] Setting [F1] Help [ESC] Exit Functions You can directly control the Brother machine, with Print Form, Reset Printer. You can enter the setting mode to change other printer settings, such as, margin settings, continue mode, font and sleep mode.

  • Page 114: Remote Printer Console

    Remote Printer Console Current Printer Status Information Item Default Media Type Regular Paper Feed Paper Cassette Emulation*1 Laser Jet IIP Selects “Laser Jet IIP.” Paper Size*1 Letter Orientation*1 Portrait Quality*1 Normal Copies*1 *1 The items can be set in the current printer status information dialog box.

  • Page 115: Page Setup Section

    Page Setup Section Item Default Left Margin Right Margin Top Margin 0.5" or 0.33" Sets the Top Margin 0", 0.33", 0.5", 1", Bottom Margin 0.5" or 0.33" Sets the Bottom Margin 0", 0.33", 0.5", Line / Page Xoffset Yoffset *1 These values (except Yoffset and Xoffset) are overidden by settings within your application software.

  • Page 116: Other Config

    Other Config Item Default Auto LF Auto CR Auto Wrap Auto Skip Console Config Category File Environment Status Monitor For more information on RPC, see the Help Information within the program. 13 - 6 F O R D O S U S E R S What This Item Does Selects Auto LF “On or Off”...

  • Page 117: Using The Printer Status Monitor Program

    If you are using printer buffer switches that do not support bi-directional communication between the Brother machine and computer, the program works only in the PC to machine direction and cannot receive Brother machine status information.
  • Page 118 13 - 8 F O R D O S U S E R S...

  • Page 119: Using Brother Machine As A Printer (For Mfc 8300, Mfc 8600 And Mfc 8700 Only)

    Using Brother Machine as a Printer (For MFC 8300, MFC 8600 and MFC 8700 Only) Special Printing Features If you purchased the optional Multi-Function Link (PCI-3CD) for your FAX 4750 or FAX 5750, follow the instructions in this chapter. Windows ® Printing The dedicated printer driver and TrueType™...

  • Page 120: Printing From Your Pc

    Printing From Your PC Multi-purpose Paper Cassette The machine’s multi-purpose paper cassette can be adjusted to feed many sizes of paper: letter, legal, A4, B5 and A5 plain paper. When the machine receives print data from your computer, it loads paper from the paper cassette.

  • Page 121: Front Output Bin

    Front Output Bin The machine ejects paper with printed surfaces face down into the output bin in the front of the machine. Unfold the output bin extension to support the printed pages. To prevent the possibility of transparencies smudging as they stack in the output bin, remove each transparency after it exits.

  • Page 122: Loading One Sheet Of Paper

    Loading One Sheet of Paper You do not have to choose Manual Feed in the Setup dialog box of your printer driver. Insert the sheet of paper for Portrait (vertical) or Landscape (horizontal), with the side you wish to print on face up in the manual feed slot.

  • Page 123: Printing On Thicker Paper And Card Stock

    Printing on Thicker Paper and Card Stock When the rear cover is lifted up, the machine has a straight paper path from the manual feed slot to the rear of the printer. Use this paper feed and output method when you want to print on thicker paper or card stock. Select manual feed mode in the printer driver.

  • Page 124: Simultaneous Printing/Faxing

    Simultaneous Printing/Faxing Your machine can print data from your computer while sending or receiving a fax, or while scanning information into the computer. However, when the machine is copying or receiving a fax on paper, it pauses the PC printing operation, and resumes when copying or fax receiving is complete.

  • Page 125: Printer Operation Keys

    Printer Operation Keys On/Off Line FF/Cont Print Priority Test/Reset On/Off Line Key This key toggles the machine’s On Line and Off Line print status, which appears on the display. If you press this key while printing, the machine stops printing and goes off line. Press again to resume printing.

  • Page 126: Printing The Internal Font List

    Printing the Internal Font List You can print a list of the machine’s internal (or resident) fonts to see how each font looks before you select it. Press Function Press . The machine prints the list. Start Press to exit. Stop Printing the Print Configuration List You can print a list of current printer settings.

  • Page 127: Optional Accessories

    Brother machine. When you add the optional memory board, it increases the performance modes for both fax and printer operations. The MFC 8300 has 2 MB of memory and the FAX 4750, FAX 5750, MFC 8600 and MFC 8700 have 4 MB of memory. All models can recognize 8 MB (ME8000) or 16 MB (ME16000) of Optional Memory.

  • Page 128: Paper Cassette #2 (Option) (For Fax 4750 And Mfc 8600 Only)

    Label: Transparency: Multi-Function Link (For FAX 4750, FAX 5750 and MFC 8300 Only) If you have a FAX 4750, FAX 5750 or MFC 8300, you can purchase the optional Multi-Function Link ® Link Pro enables you to use your Brother machine as a scanner and to use it to fax from Windows Installation instructions will be included with PCI-3CD.

  • Page 129: Important Information

    Important Information Standard Telephone and FCC Notices (For 120V Models Only) These notices are in effect on models sold and used in the United States only. This equipment is hearing aid compatible. When programming emergency numbers and/or making test calls to emergency numbers: Remain on the line and briefly explain to the dispatcher the reason for the call before hanging up.

  • Page 130: Federal Communications Commission (Fcc) Declaration Of Conformity (For Usa Only)

    Responsible Party : Brother International Corporation declares, that the products Product Name :FAX 4750, FAX 5750, MFC 8300, MFC 8600, MFC 8700 comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

  • Page 131: Industry Canada Compliance Statement (For Canada Only)

    A shielded interface cable which is included with your machine should be used to ensure compliance with the limits for a Class B digital device. Caution Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Brother Industries, Ltd. could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Industry Canada Compliance Statement (For Canada Only) This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

  • Page 132: Important Safety Instructions

    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 on an unstable cart, stand, or table.
  • Page 133 Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to a Brother Authorized Service Center under the following conditions: A When the power cord is damaged or frayed. B If liquid has been spilled into the product. C If the product has been exposed to rain or water.

  • Page 134: Compilation And Publication Notice

    Compilation and Publication Notice Under the supervision of Brother Industries Ltd., this manual has been compiled and published, covering the latest product descriptions and specifications. The contents of this manual and the specifications of this product are subject to change without notice.

  • Page 135: Troubleshooting And Routine Maintenance

    Brother Customer Service has installed an easy-to-use fax-back system, so you can get instant answers to common technical questions and product information for all Brother products. This system is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You can use the system to send faxes to any fax machine, not just the one from which you are calling.

  • Page 136: Error Messages

    If this happens, your machine often identifies the problem and displays an error message. The list below explains the most common error messages. You can correct most problems by yourself. If you need additional help, call the Brother fax-back system at USA: From within Canada:...
  • Page 137 T R O U B L E S H O O T I N G A N D R O U T I N E M A I N T E N A N C E Action you see page 17-5. FF/Cont Press . Printing will resume (the downloading is canceled). Turn the power off. Then call Brother Customer Service at USA: 1-800-284-4329 From within Canada: 1-800-853-6660 From within Montreal: 1-514-685-6464 FF/Cont • Press...
  • Page 138 If the machine cannot reset itself and return to the date and time prompt, it will display MACHINE ERROR XX. Please call Brother Customer Service and tell them the Machine Error number, at: USA: 1-800-284-4329 From within Canada:...

  • Page 139: Document Jam

    Document Jam The documents were not inserted or fed properly, or were too long. Lift the control panel. Carefully pull the document toward the front of the machine. Close the control panel. Press Stop Printer Jam Before you can clear a printer jam error, you must find out where the paper is stuck.

  • Page 140: Paper Is Jammed In The Multi-Purpose Paper Cassette

    Paper is Jammed in the Multi-purpose Paper Cassette Pull the paper cassette out of the machine. Remove any crinkled sheets. Adjust the guides to fit. Press down the paper to flatten it in the paper cassette. Reinstall the paper cassette. Paper is Jammed near the Drum Unit Open the front cover.

  • Page 141: If You Are Having Difficulty With Your Machine

    17-21), or ask the sender to make a copy to see if the problem is with the sending machine. Try receiving from another fax machine. If the problem continues, call Brother Customer Service at 1-800-284-4329 (USA) or 1-800-853-6660 (From within Canada) or 1-514-685-6464 (From within Montreal).
  • Page 142 Difficulty Phone Line Dialing does not work Connections Machine does not answer when called No dial tone on the handset Sending Poor transmitting quality Faxes Transmission report prints “Results:NG” When the receiving party says the picture is not clear When the receiving says vertical streaks appear on the faxes they receive...
  • Page 143 MFC 8700 only) I have difficulty with custom features on a single line (For FAX 4750, MFC 8300, MFC 8600 your fax machine, it may create a problem and MFC 8700 only) Copy Vertical streaks appear in copies. Quality...
  • Page 144 Difficulty General The machine does not print. Printing Difficulties The machine prints unexpectedely or it prints garbage. The machine cannot print full pages of a document. The machine prints first couple of pages correctly, then some pages have text missing. The machine cannot print full pages of a document.
  • Page 145 Difficulty DOS Setup I cannot print from my Check that the DOS application software Printing application software. Difficulties The machine prints, but it prints incorrect information. Sometimes it prints a couple of characters and then ejects the pages, etc. The machine prints the This is common problem first with database part of my document but does not print the last page (The LCD...
  • Page 146 Difficulty Paper What paper can I use? Handling Difficulties (Cont.) How can I clear paper jams? Print Printouts are too dark or light. Quality Difficulties Printed pages contain white stripes. White Stripes or Faint lmages Printed pages are stained corona with toner or have vertical stripes.
  • Page 147 Difficulty Print The whole page is Quality printed black. Difficulties (Cont.) Black Page Nothing is printed on the page. White Page Printed pages are marked at regular intervals. Example of Regular Marking Printed pages are blurred at the center or at either edge. Blurred Page Ghost images appear on printed page.

  • Page 148: Difficulties Setting Up The Software

    If you select the “HP Demo” screen saver on your HP Pavilion PC after you have installed the Multi-Function Link file is overwritten and you cannot use the Brother machine to print, scan, or for Remote Setup. If you have used the HP Demo screen saver already, you must edit the System.ini file as follows:...

  • Page 149: Machine Connect Failure Or Bi-Directional Communication Error

    Brother printer drivers. In this case, please install the Brother printer drivers again or copy BI-DI.386 from the CD-ROM to the Windows/System directory.

  • Page 150: Hp Laserjet Series Ii, Iid, Iip, Iip+, Iii, Iiid Or Iiip

    HP LaserJet series II, IID, IIP, IIP+, III, IIID or IIIP: If Microsoft Windows must modify the “win.ini” file in the Windows machine’s bi-directional function off. We recommend that you do a back-up before you modify the WIN.INI or SYSTEM.INI files, just in case. Open the “win.ini”...

  • Page 151: Lexmark Winwriter 200

    Lexmark WinWriter 200: You must modify the “win.ini” and “system.ini” files in the Windows directory to turn off the printer's bi-directional function. We recommend that you backup the WIN.INI and SYSTEM.INI files before you modify them. Open the “win.ini” file using the “Notepad” application. Look for the following statement in the [windows] section: [windows] run=C:/WINDOWS/SYSTEM/WPSIOMON...

  • Page 152: Packing And Shipping The Machine

    Brother machine. 17 - 18 T R O U B L E S H O O T I N G A N D R O U T I N E M A I N T E N A N C E...
  • Page 153 Carefully pick up the machine and remove Cassette #2 to pack it separately. Wrap the machine in the plastic bag and place it in the separate original carton with the original packing material. (For FAX 5750 and MFC 8700 only) T R O U B L E S H O O T I N G A N D R O U T I N E M A I N T E N A N C E Cassette #2 (For all models)
  • Page 154 Place documents (manual and printed material) and the drum unit and toner cartridge assembly into the original carton as shown below: Close the carton and tape it shut. 17 - 20 T R O U B L E S H O O T I N G A N D R O U T I N E M A I N T E N A N C E Layer Middle Layer...

  • Page 155: Routine Maintenance

    Routine Maintenance Keep your machine in optimum condition by cleaning it on a regular basis. It is a good idea to clean the drum unit during this routine. Avoid using thinners or other organic solvents and do not use water. Cleaning the Document Scanner Unplug the telephone line and then the power cord.

  • Page 156: Cleaning The Drum Unit

    WARNING Just after you have used the machine, some internal parts of the machine are extremely HOT! When you open the front cover of the machine, never touch the shaded parts as shown in the diagram below. Gently clean the scanner window by wiping with a clean soft dry cloth. Do not use isoproply alcohol.

  • Page 157: Replacing The Toner Cartridge

    Discard the used toner cartridge according to local regulations. If you are not sure of them, consult Brother Customer Service. Be sure to seal the toner cartridge tightly so toner powder does not spill out of the cartridge.

  • Page 158: Replacing The Toner Cartridge

    Replacing the Toner Cartridge WARNING Just after you use the machine, some internal parts of the machine will be extremely HOT! So, never touch the shaded parts shown in the illustration. Open the front cover and pull out the drum unit. Place the drum unit on a drop cloth or large piece of disposable paper to avoid spilling and scattering the toner.
  • Page 159 If a toner cartridge is left unpacked for a long period of time, the toner life is shortened. You can use only a genuine Brother toner cartridge (TN-430 or TN-460), which is specially formulated to ensure top print quality. Using another brand of toner cartridge may void your machine’s warranty.

  • Page 160: Replacing The Drum Unit

    Reinstall the drum unit and close the front cover. Replacing the Drum Unit The machine uses a drum unit to create print images on paper. If the screen displays CHANGE DRUM SOON, the drum unit is near the end of its life and it is time to purchase a new one.

  • Page 161: Checking The Drum Life

    Follow these steps to replace the drum unit: Open the front cover. Remove the old drum unit. Place the drum unit on a drop cloth or disposable paper to avoid scattering toner. Hold down the lock lever on the right and pull the toner cartridge out of the drum unit assembly.
  • Page 162 17 - 28 T R O U B L E S H O O T I N G A N D R O U T I N E M A I N T E N A N C E...

  • Page 163: Using Your Brother Machine With Your Apple New Power Macintosh G3 Or Imac (For Mfc 8300 Only)

    Plug in the MFC power cord to turn it on. Insert the Brother CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive. The Brother icon will appear on the desk top. Double-click the Brother icon to open the CD. Double-click the Brother icon again to run Start.
  • Page 164 Click Install MFC Print Driver to begin the installation and follow the instructions on the screen. After you have installed the Driver, click View On-Line Documentation for operation instructions. Restart your Macintosh/iMac so it recognizes the new drivers. 18 - 2 U S I N G B R O T H E R M A C H I N E...

  • Page 165: Specifications

    Six performance modes are available for the 6in1 model MFC8600 and MFC 8700: Fax, Printer, Copier, Scanner, PC Fax and Video Capture. The MFC 8300 is a 3in1 model: Fax, Printer, Copier. The FAX 4750 and FAX 5750 are a plain paper fax models. Fax Specifications Coding System...

  • Page 166: Printer Specifications

    USB (Universal Serial Bus) Interface Using Windows (MFC 8300, MFC 8600 and MFC 8700 only) Memory Capacity 4 MB: FAX 4750, FAX 5750, MFC 8600 and MFC 8700 2 MB: MFC 8300 Print Method Electrophotography by semiconductor laser beam scanning...

  • Page 167: Electrical And Environment

    17.1 x 17.4 x 17.0 inches/(435 x 442 x 432 mm); FAX 5750 and MFC 8700 17.1 x 17.4 x 12.7 inches/(435 x 442 x 323 mm); FAX 4750, MFC 8300 and MFC 8600 Weight 34.2 lbs/(15.5 kg); FAX 5750 and MFC 8700 26.4 lbs/(12 kg);...

  • Page 168: Parallel Interface Specifications

    Parallel Interface Specifications Interface Connector Printer Side: Pin Assignment Pin No. Signal DATA STROBE DATA 1 DTAT 2 DATA 3 DATA 4 DATA 5 DATA 6 DATA 7 DATA 8 ACKNLG BUSY SLCT AUTO FEED N.C. 0V (S.G.) 0V (S.G.) USB (Universal Serial Bus) Interface Specifications Pin Assignment Pin No.

  • Page 169: Symbol Sets/Character Sets

    Symbol Sets/Character Sets *HP mode • ISO14 JIS ASCII • Roman 8 • ISO57 Chinese • ISO Latin 1 • ISO11 Swedish (ECMA-94) • HP Spanish • ISO60 Norwegian 1 • ISO17 Spanish • ISO61 Norwegian 2 • ISO10 Swedish •...
  • Page 170 The following table shows characters available only in the corresponding character set. The numbers at the top of the table are code values with which characters are to be replaced in the Roman 8 character set. For other characters, see character set of Roman 8. S - 6 S P E C I F I C A T I O N S...
  • Page 171 Caller ID Service purchased from the Telephone Company that lets you see the number (or name) of the party calling you. Call Waiting Caller ID (For FAX 4750, MFC 8300, MFC 8600 and MFC 8700 Only) Subscribers to this service from the Telephone Company can see the Caller ID of a second call while on the telephone and can switch back and forth between two calls.
  • Page 172 Distinctive Ring A service purchased from the Telephone Company that provides another phone number on an existing phone line. The Brother machine uses the new number to simulate a dedicated fax line. drum unit A printing device for your machine.
  • Page 173 Photo mode A resolution setting that uses varying shades of gray for the best representation of photographs. polling The process of a fax machine calling another fax machine to retrieve waiting fax messages. print reduction Reduces the size of incoming faxes.
  • Page 174 True Type Fonts The fonts that are used in the Windows If you install the Brother True Type Fonts, more types of fonts will be available for Windows User Option List Printed report showing your machine’s settings.
  • Page 175 17-22 printer 17-21 scanner 17-21 CNG tones 1-6 computer Apple iMac 18-1 connection to Brother machine 12-3 requirements 12-2 contrast 6-8 control panel FAX 4750 1-2 MFC 8300 1-4 MFC 8600 1-4 converting telephone wall outlets 2-12...
  • Page 176 date and time setting 4-1 delayed fax 6-10 interrupting 6-13 dialing access codes 8-2 automatic fax redial 6-2 credit card numbers 8-2 Groups 6-11 manually 8-1 mode 4-1 One Touch numbers 8-1 pulse (rotary) 8-3 Speed Dial numbers 8-2 telephone index 8-3 tone 8-3 difficulties with machine.
  • Page 177 gray scale S-1 Groups dialing 6-11 setting up 7-3 handset connecting 2-9 volume 4-4 hearing aid compatible 16-1 Help List, printing 1-1 hold 8-2 improving print quality 17-21 inserting spaces 4-3 Internet address i jack(s) converting wall jacks. See triplex adapter EXT.
  • Page 178 14-7 two-sided (manual duplexing) 14-2 ® Windows 14-1 I - 4 I N D E X questions. See Brother Fax-Back System Real Time Transmission 6-3 receiving faxes. See fax(es), stand- alone and Multi-Function Link redial 8-3 redialing 6-2 reducing...
  • Page 179 safety instructions 16-4 scanner, cleaning 17-21 scanning into PC. See Multi-Function ® Link sending faxes. See fax(es), stand-alone sending to groups. See broadcasting setup assembly. See assembly date and time 4-1 Daylight Savings Time 4-6 station ID (fax header) 4-2 shipping the machine 17-18 simultaneous printing/fax 14-6 Sleep Mode 4-6...
  • Page 180 USB Interface 12-3 User Settings 10-1 video capture. See Multi-Function ® Link voice calls FAX/TEL (double ring) 5-2 volume, setting beeper 4-4 handset 4-4 amplify 4-5 ring 4-5 speaker 4-5 I - 6 I N D E X Warranties Canada FAX and MFC viii FAX iv, v MFC vi, vii...
  • Page 181 Remote Retrieval Access Card If you plan to receive fax messages while away from your machine, 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.
  • Page 182 Fold Fold...
  • Page 183 Brother International Corporation (Canada) Ltd. Dollard-des-Ormeaux, QC, CANADA H9B 3H6 Visit us on the World Wide Web http://www.brother.com These machines are made for use in the USA and CANADA only. We cannot recommend using them Telecommunications Regulations of that country and the power requirements of your Multi-Function Center may not be compatible with the power available in foreign countries.

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