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Brother MFC-9100C Service Manual

Brother MFC-9100C Service Manual (488 pages)

FACSIMILE EQUIPMENT

Brand: Brother | Category: All in One Printer | Size: 10.5 MB

Table of Contents

General Description
5
Equipment Outline
6
Theory of Operation
16
Control Electronics
31
Entry into the Maintenance Mode
128
Error Indication
185
Brother Numbers
274
Brother on the World Wide Web
274
Ordering Accessories and Supplies
275
Limited Warranty
279
Table of Contents
280
Using this Manual

290
- Finding Information
  290
Introduction

290
Test Sheet Procedures (for Usa Only)

290
Mfc 9100C Control Panel Overview

291
About Fax Machines

293
- Fax Tones and Handshake
  293
- Ecm (Error Correction Mode)
  293
Assembly and Connections

294
Packing List

294
Choosing a Location

295
Paper

296
- About Brother Paper
  296
Print Area

298
Connecting the Mfc

300
Installing the Ink Cartridges

301
- Connecting an External Telephone
  305
- Connecting an External Tad
  305
- Special Line Considerations
  307
- Custom Features on a Single Line
  309
- Multi-Line Connections (Pbx)
  309
- Function Mode
  310
On-Screen Programming

310
User-Friendly Programming

310
- Alternating Displays
  311
- Function Selection Table
  311
  - Fax Functions
    311
  - Copy Functions
    314
Initial Setup

316
Getting Started

316
- Setting Dialing Mode (Tone/Pulse)
  316
- Setting Date and Time
  316
- Setting Station ID
  317
  - Entering Text
    317
- Setting Beeper Volume
  318
- Speaker Volume
  319
- Ring Volume
  319
- Memory Storage
  319
- Delayed Timer
  319
Setup Receive

320
Basic Receiving Operations

320
- Setting or Changing the Answer Mode
  320
- Setting Ring Delay
  321
- Easy Receive
  321
- Printing a Reduced Incoming Document
  321
  - Recommended Reductions
    322
- Setting Paper Size
  322
Advanced Receiving Operations

323
- Operation from Extension Telephones
  323
  - Changing the Fax Receive Code
    323
- Printing a Fax in Memory
  323
- Polling
  324
  - Setting up Polling Receive
    324
  - Setting up Sequential Polling Receive
    325
  - Canceling a Scheduled Job
    325
- Telephone Services
  326
  - Distinctive Ring
    326
    
    Registering Your Distinctive Ring Pattern
    327
  - Caller ID
    328
    
    Viewing Caller ID List
    328
    
    Printing Caller ID List
    328
    
    Clearing a Caller ID Stored in Memory
    328
Setup Send

330
Before You Begin

330
- Sending Faxes Using Multiple Settings
  330
- Faxing from the Document Feeder
  330
  - ADF (Automatic Document Feeder)
    330
- Faxing from the Scanner Glass
  332
  - Scan Fax
    332
- Resolution
  333
- Contrast
  333
- Automatic Transmission
  333
- Manual Transmission (ADF)
  334
- Manual and Automatic Fax Redial
  334
- Dual Access
  334
- Real Time Transmission
  335
- Checking the Jobs Status
  335
- Canceling Jobs in Memory
  336
Basic Sending Operations

336
- Composing Electronic Cover Page
  336
  - Composing Your Own Comments
    337
  - Cover Page for Next Fax Only
    337
  - Always Send Cover Page
    338
  - Using a Printed Cover Page
    338
Advanced Sending Operations

339
- Overseas Mode
  339
- Delayed Fax
  339
- Multiple Resolution Transmission
  340
- Setting up for Polling Transmit
  340
Auto Dial Numbers and Dialing Options

342
Storing Numbers for Easy Dialing

342
Dialing Options

345
- Searching Telephone Index
  345
  - One Touch Dialing
    345
  - Speed Dialing
    345
  - Pause
    345
  - Fax Redial
    345
  - Broadcasting
    346
  - Dialing Access Codes and Credit Card Numbers
    347
Remote Fax Options

348
Paging and Fax Forwarding

348
- Programming a Paging Number
  348
- Programming a Fax Forwarding Number
  349
- Setting Fax Storage
  349
- Remote Retrieval
  350
Setting Fax Storage

350
Changing Remote Retrieval Access Code

350
- Using Remote Retrieval Access Code
  350
- Remote Commands
  351
- Retrieving Memory Status List
  352
- Retrieving Fax Messages
  352
- Changing Fax Forwarding Number Remotely
  353
Printing Reports

354
MFC Settings and Activity

354
- To Print a Report
  354
- Transmission Verification (Xmit) Report
  355
- Activity Report Interval
  355
Making Copies

356
Color Copy Keys

356
Basic Copy Operations

356
- Copying One Page
  356
- Multiple Copies (Using the ADF)
  357
- Memory Full Message
  357
- Multiple Copies (Using the Scanner Glass)
  358
- Enlarged or Reduced Copies (Temporary Setting)
  359
Copy Quality - Temporary Settings

360
- Using the Copy Quality Key
  360
- Using the Paper Type Key
  361
- Using the Brightness Key
  361
Copy Quality - Changing Default Settings

362
- Select Paper Type
  363
- Select Copy Quality
  363
- Color Adjustment
  364
- Copy Brightness
  364
- Copy Contrast
  364
- Selecting a Single Color (One Color)
  364
Legal Limitations

365
Walk-Up Video Printing

366
Getting Started

366
- Auto Switch
  367
Color Video Printing

367
Black & White Video Printing

368
Video Print Quality - Temporary Settings

368
- Using the Copy Quality Key
  368
- Using the Paper Type Key
  369
- Using the Brightness Key
  369
Changing Default Settings

370
- Setting Paper Type
  371
- Setting Video Printing Quality
  371
- Setting Video Type
  371
- Setting Print Size
  372
- Video Printing Color Adjustment
  372
- Video Printing Brightness
  373
Video Capture from the PC

373
Setting up the MFC and Computer to Work Together

374
Before You Install Multi-Function Link Pro Software

374
- If You Don't Have a CD-ROM Drive
  375
- Computer Requirements
  375
Connecting the MFC to the Computer

376
Installing Multi-Function Link

377
- Pro Software (CD-ROM 1)
  
  377
- Overview of Basic Steps
  377
- Choosing the Software to Install
  377
- Other Options
  378
  - View On-Line Documentation
    378
  - View Product Support Information
    378
  - Brother Web Link
    378
  - Exit
    378
- Installing the Brother Software
  378
- Helpful Hints for Windows ® 3.1X
  380
Receiving Messages into the PC

381
- Multi-Function Link Pro Mode
  381
Using MFC as Printer

382
Features

382
Printer Driver

383
Choosing the Right Kind of Paper

383
Multi-Purpose Paper Cassette

383
- Loading Paper in Multi-Purpose Paper Cassette
  384
- Adjusting for Thick Paper and Envelopes
  384
- Manual Feed Slot
  385
- Setup for Envelopes
  385
Simultaneous Printing/Fax

386
Printer Operation Keys

386
- On/Offline Key
  386
- Reset Key
  386
- Priority Key
  386
- Ink Management Key
  386
- Turning off Bi-Directional Printing
  387
Windows Printing

388
Printer Emulation

388
Using the Maintenance Utility Program for Printing from DOS

388
- Installing the Brother MFC 9100 Series DOS Tools
  388
Using the Brother MFC 9100 Series Printer Driver

389
Paper Tab

389
- Paper Size
  390
- User Defined Paper Size
  390
- Paper Source
  391
  - Feeder
    391
  - Manual Feed
    391
- Orientation
  391
- Scaling
  391
- Copies
  392
  - Collate
    392
  - Reverse Order
    392
Quality/Color Tab

393
- Quality
  393
- Media
  394
- Color/Mono
  394
  - Color
    394
  - Mono
    394
- Controlling the Color
  395
- Document
  395
- Custom Setting
  396
  - Color Matching
    396
  - Halftone Pattern
    396
  - Effect
    397
Control/Maintenance Tab

397
- Monitor Calibration
  398
- Bi-Directional Printing
  398
- Maintenance
  398
- The Cleaning Tab
  398
  - Test Print
    398
  - Cleaning
    399
- The Printer Adjustment Tab
  399
  - Vertical Alignment
    399
Using Multi-Function Link Pro Software

400
Introduction

400
- Brother Resource Manager
  400
MFC Remote Setup

401
Multi-Function Link Pro Main Menu

402
Sending a Fax from Your PC

402
Receiving Faxes into the PC

404
- Checklist for the MFC
  404
- Checklist for Your PC
  404
- Viewing Received Faxes
  405
Using Paperport and Scansoft™ Textbridge

406
Scanning a Document

409
- Twain Compliant
  409
- Accessing the Scanner
  410
- Scanning a Document into the PC
  410
- Settings in the Scanner Window
  411
  - Resolution
    411
  - Color Type
    411
  - Size
    412
  - Custom
    412
  - Adjust
    412
  - Paper
    412
  - Video Capture
    412
- Prescanning an Image
  413
  - How to Use Prescan to Adjust an Image
    413
Video Capture from the PC

414
- Connecting Your Video Equipment
  414
  - To Connect Your Video Equipment
    414
- Capturing an Image
  415
  - To Capture a Frame as an Image
    415
Using Internet Faxing with Netcentric™ Faxstorm

418
Netcentric™ Internet Fax

418
- Before You Begin
  419
  - Compatible Operating Systems
    419
  - Set up Your Fax Service Account
    419
- Receiving Faxes
  419
  - Creating an Inbound Account
    420
- Installing Netcentric Faxstorm
  420
- Overview of Utilities
  421
  - Contact Manager
    421
  - Cover Page Builder
    421
  - Print Driver
    421
  - Status Manager
    421
  - Viewfax (a Fax File Viewing Application)
    421
- Accessing Netcentric Faxstorm
  421
- Sending Faxes
  422
  - General Tab
    422
  - Addressing a Fax
    422
  - Adding Contacts One at a Time
    423
  - Selecting a Group (or a Contact from a Group)
    423
  - Saving a New Contact from the Fax Send Window
    424
  - Specifying a Cover Page
    424
  - About Sending a Fax as E-Mail
    425
  - Attachments Tab
    425
  - Options/Sender Tab
    426
- Sending from Other Windows Applications
  426
Using Automatic E-Mail Printing

434
Automatic E-Mail Printing (for Windows 95/98 Only)

434
- Automatic E-Mail Printing Is for Windows 95/98 Only
  435
  - You Cannot Use a 16-Bit TCP/IP Stack
    435
  - If You Are Using Korean Windows 95/98
    435
  - Setting up Automatic E-Mail Printing
    435
  - Using Automatic E-Mail Printing
    435
    
    Window
    435
Color Faxing with Faxspeed (for Windows 3.1X and 95/98 Only)

436
Introduction

436
How Faxspeed Works

436
- Special Coded Format (Infoimage)
  437
Installing Faxspeed

437
- Selecting Multi-Function Link Pro as Your Fax Application
  438
- Creating Faxspeed Read Module Disks for Recipients
  439
Quick Start Procedures

440
Important Information

446
Standard Telephone and FCC Notices

446
Troubleshooting and Routine Maintenance

452
Troubleshooting

452
- Fax-Back System
  452
- Brother Home Page
  452
- Brother Bulletin Board
  452
- Error Messages
  452
Document Jams and Paper Jams

455
- Document Jam in the Top of the ADF Unit
  455
- Document Jam Inside the ADF Unit
  455
- Paper Jam
  456
- If You Are Having Difficulty with Your MFC
  457
How to Improve Print Quality

461
- Test Print
  461
- Cleaning the Print Head
  461
- Aligning Ink Cartridges
  462
- Turning off Bi-Directional Printing
  463
Packing and Shipping the MFC

463
Routine Maintenance

465
- Cleaning the Scanner
  465
- Cleaning the MFC Printer Platen
  466
- Cleaning the Pick-Up Roller
  467
- Replacing the Ink Cartridges
  467
For Customer Service

470
Glossary

472
Fax Specifications

476
Product Description

476
Specifications

476
Printer Specifications

477
- Printing
  477
- Controller
  477
- Print Media
  478
Index

480
Remote Retrieual Access Card

486

Brother MFC-9100C Owner's Manual

Brother MFC-9100C Owner's Manual (217 pages)

Brother MFC-9100C: Users Manual

Brand: Brother | Category: All in One Printer | Size: 2.29 MB

Table of Contents

Brother Numbers
3
Ordering Accessories and Supplies
4
Limited Warranty
8
Table of Contents
9
Introduction

19
Using this Manual

19
- Finding Information
  19
Test Sheet Procedures (for USA Only)

19
MFC 9100C Control Panel Overview

20
About Fax Machines

22
- Fax Tones and Handshake
  22
- ECM (Error Correction Mode)
  22
Assembly and Connections

23
Packing List

23
- Make Sure You Have the Following Items
  23
Choosing a Location

24
Paper

25
- About Brother Paper
  25
  - Paper Specifications for Paper Cassette and Manual Feed Slot
    26
Print Area

27
- Loading Paper in the Multi-Purpose Paper Cassette
  28
Connecting the MFC

29
Installing the Ink Cartridges

30
- Important
  31
Connections

34
On-Screen Programming

39
User-Friendly Programming

39
- Function Mode
  39
- Alternating Displays
  40
- Function Selection Table
  40
  - Printer Functions
    43
  - Copy Functions
    43
  - Video Functions
    44
Initial Setup

45
Getting Started

45
- Setting Dialing Mode (Tone/Pulse)
  45
- Setting Date and Time
  45
- Setting Station ID
  46
  - Entering Text
    46
- Setting Beeper Volume
  47
- Speaker Volume
  48
- Ring Volume
  48
- Memory Storage
  48
- Delayed Timer
  48
Setup Receive

49
Basic Receiving Operations

49
- Setting or Changing the Answer Mode
  49
- Setting Ring Delay
  50
- Easy Receive
  50
- Printing a Reduced Incoming Document
  50
  - Recommended Reductions
    51
- Setting Paper Size
  51
Advanced Receiving Operations

52
- Operation from Extension Telephones
  52
  - Changing the Fax Receive Code
    52
- Printing a Fax in Memory
  52
- Polling
  53
- Telephone Services
  55
  - Distinctive Ring
    55
    
    Registering Your Distinctive Ring Pattern
    56
  - Caller ID
    57
    
    Viewing Caller ID List
    57
    
    Printing Caller ID List
    57
    
    Clearing a Caller ID Stored in Memory
    57
Setup Send

59
Before You Begin

59
- Sending Faxes Using Multiple Settings
  59
- Faxing from the Document Feeder
  59
  - ADF (Automatic Document Feeder)
    59
- Faxing from the Scanner Glass
  61
  - Scan Fax
    61
- Resolution
  62
- Contrast
  62
- Automatic Transmission
  62
- Manual Transmission (ADF)
  63
- Manual and Automatic Fax Redial
  63
- Dual Access
  63
- Real Time Transmission
  64
- Checking the Jobs Status
  64
- Canceling Jobs in Memory
  65
Basic Sending Operations

65
- Composing Electronic Cover Page
  65
Advanced Sending Operations

68
- Overseas Mode
  68
- Delayed Fax
  68
- Multiple Resolution Transmission
  69
- Setting up for Polling Transmit
  69
Auto Dial Numbers and Dialing Options

71
Storing Numbers for Easy Dialing

71
Dialing Options

74
- Searching Telephone Index
  74
  - One Touch Dialing
    74
  - Speed Dialing
    74
  - Pause
    74
  - Fax Redial
    74
  - Broadcasting
    75
  - Dialing Access Codes and Credit Card Numbers
    76
Remote Fax Options

77
Paging and Fax Forwarding

77
- Programming a Paging Number
  77
- Programming a Fax Forwarding Number
  78
Setting Fax Storage

78
- Remote Retrieval
  79
Changing Remote Retrieval Access Code

79
Printing Reports

83
MFC Settings and Activity

83
Making Copies

85
Color Copy Keys

85
Basic Copy Operations

85
Copy Quality - Temporary Settings

89
Copy Quality - Changing Default Settings

91
- Select Paper Type
  92
- Select Copy Quality
  92
- Color Adjustment
  93
- Copy Brightness
  93
- Copy Contrast
  93
- Selecting a Single Color (One Color)
  93
Legal Limitations

94
Walk-Up Video Printing

95
Getting Started

95
- Auto Switch
  96
Color Video Printing

96
Black & White Video Printing

97
Video Print Quality - Temporary Settings

97
Changing Default Settings

99
- Setting Paper Type
  100
- Setting Video Printing Quality
  100
- Setting Video Type
  100
- Setting Print Size
  101
- Video Printing Color Adjustment
  101
- Video Printing Brightness
  102
Video Capture from the PC

102
Setting up the MFC and Computer to Work Together

103
Before You Install Multi-Function Link Pro Software

103
- If You Don't Have a CD-ROM Drive
  104
- Computer Requirements
  104
Connecting the MFC to the Computer

105
Installing Multi-Function Link

106
- Pro Software (CD-ROM 1)
  
  106
- Overview of Basic Steps
  106
- Choosing the Software to Install
  106
- Other Options
  107
  - View On-Line Documentation
    107
  - View Product Support Information
    107
  - Brother Web Link
    107
  - Exit
    107
- Installing the Brother Software
  107
- Helpful Hints for Windows ® 3.1X
  109
Receiving Messages into the PC

110
- Multi-Function Link Pro Mode
  110
Using MFC as Printer

111
Features

111
Printer Driver

112
Choosing the Right Kind of Paper

112
Multi-Purpose Paper Cassette

112
- Loading Paper in Multi-Purpose Paper Cassette
  113
- Adjusting for Thick Paper and Envelopes
  113
- Manual Feed Slot
  114
- Setup for Envelopes
  114
Simultaneous Printing/Fax

115
Printer Operation Keys

115
- On/Offline Key
  115
- Reset Key
  115
- Priority Key
  115
- Ink Management Key
  115
- Turning off Bi-Directional Printing
  116
Windows Printing

117
Printer Emulation

117
Using the Maintenance Utility Program for Printing from DOS

117
- Installing the Brother MFC 9100 Series DOS Tools
  117
Using the Brother MFC 9100 Series Printer Driver

118
Paper Tab

118
- Paper Size
  119
- User Defined Paper Size
  119
- Paper Source
  120
  - Feeder
    120
  - Manual Feed
    120
- Orientation
  120
- Scaling
  120
- Copies
  121
  - Collate
    121
  - Reverse Order
    121
Quality/Color Tab

122
- Quality
  122
- Media
  123
- Color/Mono
  123
  - Color
    123
  - Mono
    123
- Controlling the Color
  124
- Document
  124
- Custom Setting
  125
  - Color Matching
    125
  - Halftone Pattern
    125
  - Effect
    126
Control/Maintenance Tab

126
- Monitor Calibration
  127
- Bi-Directional Printing
  127
- Maintenance
  127
- The Cleaning Tab
  127
  - Test Print
    127
  - Cleaning
    128
- The Printer Adjustment Tab
  128
  - Vertical Alignment
    128
Using Multi-Function Link Pro Software

129
Introduction

129
- Brother Resource Manager
  129
MFC Remote Setup

130
Multi-Function Link Pro Main Menu

131
Sending a Fax from Your PC

131
Receiving Faxes into the PC

133
- Checklist for the MFC
  133
- Checklist for Your PC
  133
- Viewing Received Faxes
  134
Using Paperport and Scansoft™ Textbridge

135
Scanning a Document

138
- Twain Compliant
  138
- Accessing the Scanner
  139
- Scanning a Document into the PC
  139
- Settings in the Scanner Window
  140
  - Resolution
    140
  - Color Type
    140
  - Size
    141
  - Custom
    141
  - Adjust
    141
  - Paper
    141
  - Video Capture
    141
- Prescanning an Image
  142
  - How to Use Prescan to Adjust an Image
    142
Video Capture from the PC

143
- Connecting Your Video Equipment
  143
  - To Connect Your Video Equipment
    143
- Capturing an Image
  144
  - To Capture a Frame as an Image
    144
Using Internet Faxing with Netcentric™ Faxstorm

147
Netcentric™ Internet Fax

147
- Before You Begin
  148
  - Compatible Operating Systems
    148
  - Set up Your Fax Service Account
    148
- Receiving Faxes
  148
  - Creating an Inbound Account
    149
- Installing Netcentric Faxstorm
  149
- Overview of Utilities
  150
  - Contact Manager
    150
  - Cover Page Builder
    150
  - Print Driver
    150
  - Status Manager
    150
  - Viewfax (a Fax File Viewing Application)
    150
- Accessing Netcentric Faxstorm
  150
- Sending Faxes
  151
  - General Tab
    151
  - Addressing a Fax
    151
  - Adding Contacts One at a Time
    152
  - Selecting a Group (or a Contact from a Group)
    152
  - Saving a New Contact from the Fax Send Window
    153
  - Specifying a Cover Page
    153
  - About Sending a Fax as E-Mail
    154
  - Attachments Tab
    154
  - Options/Sender Tab
    155
- Sending from Other Windows Applications
  155
  - If You Are Using Windows 95/98
    155
  - If You Are Using Windows NT
    156
    
    Version 4.0
    156
- Setting up Contacts in the Contact Manager
  156
- Managing Your Faxes in the Status Manager
  160
- Managing Faxes from Your Account Page
  161
- Customer Support
  162
  - Contact Netcentric™ Corporation at
    162
Using Automatic E-Mail Printing

163
Automatic E-Mail Printing (for Windows 95/98 Only)

163
Color Faxing with Faxspeed (for Windows 3.1X and 95/98 Only)

165
Introduction

165
How Faxspeed Works

165
- Special Coded Format (Infoimage)
  166
Installing Faxspeed

166
- Selecting Multi-Function Link Pro as Your Fax Application
  167
- Creating Faxspeed Read Module Disks for Recipients
  168
Quick Start Procedures

169
Important Information

175
Standard Telephone and FCC Notices

175
Troubleshooting and Routine Maintenance

181
Troubleshooting

181
- Fax-Back System
  181
- Brother Home Page
  181
- Brother Bulletin Board
  181
- Error Messages
  181
Document Jams and Paper Jams

184
- Document Jam in the Top of the ADF Unit
  184
- Document Jam Inside the ADF Unit
  184
- Paper Jam
  185
- If You Are Having Difficulty with Your MFC
  186
How to Improve Print Quality

190
- Test Print
  190
- Cleaning the Print Head
  190
- Aligning Ink Cartridges
  191
- Turning off Bi-Directional Printing
  192
Packing and Shipping the MFC

192
Routine Maintenance

194
- Cleaning the Scanner
  194
- Cleaning the MFC Printer Platen
  195
- Cleaning the Pick-Up Roller
  196
- Replacing the Ink Cartridges
  196
For Customer Service

199
Glossary

201
Specifications

205
Product Description

205
Fax Specifications

205
Printer Specifications

206
- Printing
  206
- Controller
  206
- Print Media
  207
Index

209
Remote Retrieual Access Card

215

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