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viiiTABLE OF CONTENTSUsing the Brightness Key ... 123Changing Defa

85REMOTE FAX OPTIONS (FOR MFC 7150C ONLY)Remote RetrievalYou can call your MFC from any fax machine using touch tone, then use theRemote Access Code a

86CHAPTER TENRemote CommandsFollow the commands below to access features remotely. When you call theMFC and enter your Remote Access Code (1 5 9 ), t

87REMOTE FAX OPTIONS (FOR MFC 7150C ONLY)Retrieving Memory Status ListYou can retrieve the Memory Status List from a remote fax machine to seeif you h

88CHAPTER TENChanging Fax Forwarding NumberYou can change the default setting of your fax forwarding number from aremote fax machine.1Dial your MFC’s

89MFC Settings and ActivityYou can print the following lists and reports:1.XMIT REPORTChoose if you would like aTransmission Verification Reportprinte

90CHAPTER ELEVENTo Print a Report1Press Function, 1, 7.2Enter the number of the report you want to print. For example,press 4 to print the TEL-INDEX.

12Message Center(For MFC 7160C Only)CHAPTER TWELVE91IntroductionThis section explains about how to operate the Message Center features ofyour MFC 7160

92CHAPTER TWELVEFlexible Memory Settings (Message Storage)Message Center Mode offers you six flexible memory settings, so that youcan decide which kin

93MESSAGE CENTER (FOR MFC 7160C ONLY)Setting Message StorageSelect the setting from the descriptions on page 92.1Press Function, 1, 8, 1. The screen p

94CHAPTER TWELVE3Press Set.4Press Record, then pick up the handset to record a message.For example: Hello. We are unable to take your call at this tim

ixTABLE OF CONTENTSPriority Key ... 144Ink M

95MESSAGE CENTER (FOR MFC 7160C ONLY)If the VOICE and/or Fax Indicator lights are flashing, there is a newmessage stored. Once a new voice message is

96CHAPTER TWELVE3To print the faxes in memory, press 1—OR—Press 2 to exit without printing.Backup Printing OptionWhen you choose FAX: ON in the Messag

97MESSAGE CENTER (FOR MFC 7160C ONLY)3Press 1 to erase the message—OR—Press 2 to cancel.4Press Stop to exit.To erase messages all at once1Press Erase

98CHAPTER TWELVESetting Toll SaverWhen you set the toll saver feature, the MFC answers after four rings if youdon’t have messages, and after two rings

99MESSAGE CENTER (FOR MFC 7160C ONLY)Recording a ConversationYou can record a telephone conversation by pressing Record during theconversation. Your r

100CHAPTER TWELVEProgramming Paging Number1Press Function, 1, 8, 6.2Press or until the screen displaysPAGING?3Press Set. The screen prompts you to

101MESSAGE CENTER (FOR MFC 7160C ONLY)Remote RetrievalThis section is for the MFC 7160C. (If you have the MFC 7150C, please seeChapter 10 for your rem

102CHAPTER TWELVERemote Control CommandsFollow the commands below to access features remotely. When you call theMFC and enter your Remote Access Code

103MESSAGE CENTER (FOR MFC 7160C ONLY)Retrieving Memory Status ListYou can retrieve the Memory Status List from a remote fax machine to seeif you have

104CHAPTER TWELVEChanging Fax Forwarding NumberYou can change the default setting of your fax forwarding number from aremote fax machine.1Dial your MF

xTABLE OF CONTENTS18Using theMulti-FunctionLink ProSoftwareIntroduction ...

105Your Multi-Function Center allows you to make high-quality photocopiesand transparencies. Copies can be in black and white, one color, or fullcolo

106CHAPTER THIRTEENMaking Multiple CopiesYou can make multiple copies in black and white or one color using yourMFC. When you use Mono Copy, you can

107COPY OPERATIONS3Press or to choose an enlargement or reduction ratio.You can reduce to 93%, 87%, 75%, or 50% of the original size—OR—You can en

108CHAPTER THIRTEENCopy Quality – Temporary SettingsYou can quickly improve the copy quality by using the Copy Quality PaperType and Brightness keys.

109COPY OPERATIONS5Press or to select the kind of image you’re copying.ORIGINAL:STD (text, line art, graphs, or anycombination including photograp

110CHAPTER THIRTEENUsing the Brightness KeyYou can choose brightness setting before making a copy.1Insert the document face down in the feeder.2Press

111COPY OPERATIONSQUALITY:HIGH1.PAPER TYPEPress and.PAPER:PLAINQUALITY:NORMALPAPER:INK JETPAPER:GLOSSYPAPER:TRNSPRNCYINK JET:360DPIINK JET:720DPIINK J

112CHAPTER THIRTEENSelect Paper Type1Press Function, 3, 1. The screen displays1.PAPER TYPE2Press Set.3Press or to select your paper setting.PAPE

113COPY OPERATIONSSelect Copy Quality1Press Function, 3, 2.2Press or to select copy quality.QUALITY:NORMAL QUALITY:HIGH QUALITY:DRAFT 3Pre

114CHAPTER THIRTEENColor Adjustment1Press Function, 3, 4.2Press or to select RED, GREEN, or BLUE.3Press Set.R: –

xiTABLE OF CONTENTSAccessing NetCentricTM FaxStorm... 181Sending Faxes ...

115COPY OPERATIONSSelecting a Single Color (One Color)For black and white originals, you can select a single color, instead ofblack, as the default to

116CHAPTER THIRTEENMemory Full MessageIf the memory becomes full while you’re making copies, the screen displaysMEMORY FULL P.01ONLINEfollowed by

117COPY OPERATIONSLegal LimitationsColor reproductions of certain documents are illegal and may result ineither criminal or civil liability. This mem

118CHAPTER THIRTEEN

Walk-Up Video Printing lets you use your MFC, connected to yourcamcorder, digital camera, video game, or VCR, to view a video on theattached equipment

120CHAPTER FOURTEENAuto SwitchWhenever you connect video equipment to the MFC and turn the video signalon, the MFC Paper Type and Copy Quality keys au

121WALK-UP VIDEO PRINTINGBlack & White Video PrintingFor Black and white video printing, follow the steps for Color VideoPrinting, using Mono Copy

122CHAPTER FOURTEEN4When the screen displays your selection, press Set. The screen displaysa video type setting, for example:VIDEO:MOVINGONLINE5Press

123WALK-UP VIDEO PRINTING4When the screen displays your selection, press Set.The screen displays PRESS COPY KEYONLINE5Press Mono Copy or Color Cop

124CHAPTER FOURTEENChanging Default SettingsPress Function and 4 to change default settings for video printing.DEFAULT SETTINGS1. Paper Type PLAIN PAP

xiiTABLE OF CONTENTS21Color Faxing with3D FaxSpeed(For Windows® 3.1,3.11, 95 and 98 Only)How 3D FaxSpeed Works...

125WALK-UP VIDEO PRINTING1.PAPER TYPEPress and.PAPER:PLAINQUALITY:NORMALPAPER:INK JETPAPER:GLOSSYPAPER:TRNSPRNCYINK JET:360DPIINK JET:720DPIINK JET:OT

126CHAPTER FOURTEENSetting Paper Type1Press Function, 4, 1.2The screen displaysPAPER:PLAINPAPER:INK JETPAPER:GLOSSYPAPER:TRNSPRNCY3Press or to sel

127WALK-UP VIDEO PRINTING2Press or to select video type.VIDEO:STILLVIDEO:MOVING3Press Set when the screen displays your selection.4Press Stop to e

128CHAPTER FOURTEENVideo Printing Color Adjustment1Press Function, 4, 5.2Press or to select RED, GREEN, or BLUE.3Press Set.R: –

129Before You Install Multi-FunctionLink Pro SoftwareYour MFC and computer can work together only if you install the BrotherMulti-Function Link Pro So

130CHAPTER FIFTEENIf You Don’t Have a CD-ROM DriveAll software is supplied on CD-ROM. If you need a Floppy Diskette version(only Multi-Function Link P

131SETTING UP THE MFC AND COMPUTER TO WORK TOGETHERConnecting the MFC to the ComputerWhen you connect the MFC to your computer, you must use the incl

132CHAPTER FIFTEENInstalling Multi-Function Link ProSoftware (CD-ROM 1)IMPORTANTTo install the software using Windows NT® Workstation Version 4.0,you

133SETTING UP THE MFC AND COMPUTER TO WORK TOGETHERInstall Automatic E-Mail PrintingIf you want your e-mail messages automatically to be retrieved fr

134CHAPTER FIFTEENInstalling the Brother Software1Insert the Brother CD-ROM into your CD-ROM drive.2Enter the command for your version of Windows®, if

xiiiTABLE OF CONTENTS24SpecificationsProduct Description ...

135SETTING UP THE MFC AND COMPUTER TO WORK TOGETHERA window will appear listing the options:For each application you install, click on its name in th

136CHAPTER FIFTEEN4After you finish installing the software, you can click on “On-LineDocumentation” to access on-line documentation for Multi-Functio

137SETTING UP THE MFC AND COMPUTER TO WORK TOGETHERHelpful Hints for Windows® 3.1, 3.11, 95 and 98 The installer automatically updates your SYSTEM.IN

138CHAPTER FIFTEENMulti-Function Link Pro ModeYou can switch Multi-Function Link Pro Mode on and off as needed. If youwant your fax messages to go dir

139FeaturesThe Multi-Function Center offers you many features you’ll find in a highquality ink jet printer.Fast Printing Speed—Using Draft mode, you c

140CHAPTER SIXTEENStraight Paper Path—The MFC can use various types of paper: plainpaper, coated paper, glossy paper, transparencies, and envelopes. U

141USING MFC AS PRINTERMulti-purpose Sheet FeederThe multi-purpose sheet feeder can feed plain paper, coated paper, glossypaper, transparancies, envel

142CHAPTER SIXTEEN2Open the feeder. Remove any paper in the feeder, and load the newpaper. Fan the stack of paper before loading.3Load the paper stack

143USING MFC AS PRINTERSetup for EnvelopesYou can use the manual feed slot to print one envelope at a time.1Select the paper size setting in the print

144CHAPTER SIXTEENSimultaneous Printing/FaxYour MFC can print data from your computer while sending or receiving afax, or while scanning information i

11CHAPTER ONEIntroductionUsing This ManualThank you for purchasing a Brother Multi-Function Center (MFC). ThisMFC has been designed to be simple to us

145USING MFC AS PRINTERInk Management KeyWhen you press Ink Management, the screen displays1.CLEANING2.REPLACE INKIf you are having trouble with one

146CHAPTER SIXTEEN

147Printer Emulation If you are printing from the Windows® environment, it is best to choose theGDI Brother MFC-7100 Series printer driver. Other emu

148CHAPTER SEVENTEENData 1QualityPage LengthCharacter SetAuto LFText Print DirectionCondensedData 2Character PitchLF PitchAuto CRZero FontPaper SizeBl

149PC PRINTINGUsing the Brother MFC-7100 SeriesPrinter DriverThe Brother MFC-7100 Series printer driver enables you to change settingsand override def

150CHAPTER SEVENTEENSelect the Apply button to apply your selected settings.To return to the default settings, click the Default button, then click th

151PC PRINTINGYour Windows application software may override this setting. Make sureyou have set the proper paper size in your application software. I

152CHAPTER SEVENTEENCopiesThe Copies selection tells Windows how many copies you want to printfrom a software application.This setting is independent

153PC PRINTINGThe Quality/Color TabThe Quality/Color tab enables you to select the print quality, media, colors(matched to PC monitor, custom colors,

154CHAPTER SEVENTEENQualitySelect the print quality. The print quality and speed are related. Higherquality takes a longer time to print.Draft : 360 x

2CHAPTER ONETest Sheet Procedures (For USA Only)After programming your Station ID, please fill out the TEST SHEETincluded with your MFC and fax it to

155PC PRINTINGColor/MonoColorWhen your document contains color and you want to print it in color, selectthis mode. Only generic colors will appear on

156CHAPTER SEVENTEENDocumentThe printer driver will select the most suitable color matching methoddepending on your document type. Generally, text and

157PC PRINTING Match Monitor (Available only when ICM is turned Off.)Suitable for photographic images. Color is adjusted to get the closestcolor match

158CHAPTER SEVENTEENThe Control/Maintenance TabSelect the Control/Maintenance tab from the Brother MFC-7100 Seriesprinter driver dialog box:Select the

159PC PRINTINGMonitor CalibrationIf you want to get the closest color to your PC monitor on the printouts,calibrate your monitor by clicking this butt

160CHAPTER SEVENTEENCleaningIf you see dots are missing on the printout, clean the print head. Print thetest page and to see which color has problems.

IntroductionThis chapter outlines the basics of the Brother software, so you can get startedusing the Multi-Function Link Pro software. Detailed inst

162CHAPTER EIGHTEENThe software included with your MFC consists of two parts, the Multi-Function Link Pro and Visioneer PaperPort LE for Brother.Multi

163USING THE MULTI-FUNCTION LINK PRO SOFTWAREVisioneer PaperPortTM LEVisioneer PaperPortTM LE for Brother is a document managementapplication. You wi

164CHAPTER EIGHTEENSending a Fax from Your PCSending a Quick FaxA QuickFax is a cover page only fax with a message. This option is veryuseful when yo

3INTRODUCTIONWhen your MFC answers in FAX/TEL mode, the MFC listens for CNGtones and then responds with receiving tones.The fax “handshake” is the tim

165USING THE MULTI-FUNCTION LINK PRO SOFTWARESending a Fax from the Main MenuYou can send a fax from the Main Menu and attach multiple files. The“atta

166CHAPTER EIGHTEENSending a Fax from a Windows® ApplicationYou can send a fax directly from any Windows® application using thefollowing steps:1 Crea

167USING THE MULTI-FUNCTION LINK PRO SOFTWAREChecklist for Your PC1 In the Main Menu, select the Setup pull-down menu.2 Select Preferences...3 Unde

168CHAPTER EIGHTEENScanning a DocumentTWAIN COMPLIANTThe Brother Multi-Function Link Pro software includes a TWAINcompliant scanner driver. TWAIN dri

169USING THE MULTI-FUNCTION LINK PRO SOFTWAREScanning a Document into the PC1 Insert the document(s) face down in the document feeder of the MFC.2 A

170CHAPTER EIGHTEENColor Type:Black & White: Set the Color Type to Black & White for text or line art.Gray Scale: For photographic images, se

171USING THE MULTI-FUNCTION LINK PRO SOFTWAREWhen scanning photographs or other images for use in a word processor orother graphics application, you s

172CHAPTER EIGHTEENHow to use PreScan to adjust an Image:1Insert the document face down in the document feeder of your MFC.2Select the PreScan button.

173USING THE MULTI-FUNCTION LINK PRO SOFTWAREBrother Resource ManagerThe Brother Resource Manager application must be running for you to useyour MFC w

174CHAPTER EIGHTEENCapturing An ImageYou can access Multi-Function Link Pro’s Twain dialog box from thePaperPort for Brother viewer or from any applic

4CHAPTER ONEVolumeHelp/BroadcastStartStopShiftOn/Off Line ResetInk ManagementCopy QualityEnlarge/Reduce Paper TypeBrightnessMono CopyColor CopyResolut

175USING THE MULTI-FUNCTION LINK PRO SOFTWAREThe Video Capture dialog box will appear.5Select the Source of the video:•Live Camera•Tape/VCR•Laser Disc

176CHAPTER EIGHTEEN9Turn on your video equipment and start running the video.10When you see the frame you want to capture, click the Pause button.The

177NetCentric Internet FaxInternet faxing (NetCentric FaxStorm) brings together the power of the PCand the economy of the Internet. Outgoing faxes are

178CHAPTER NINTEENBefore You BeginCompatible Operating SystemsNetCentric™ FaxStorm can be used with Windows® 3.1, 3.11, Windows®95, 98 and Windows NT

179USING INTERNET FAXING WITH NETCENTRIC™ FAXSTORMDialed#—The phone number that the sender dialed. This should be yourinbound fax number.File Size—Num

180CHAPTER NINTEENIf you are using a Proxy server, you must enter the server name and addresson the second page of the Account Setup Wizard. See your

181USING INTERNET FAXING WITH NETCENTRIC™ FAXSTORMViewfax (A Fax File Viewing Application)Use ViewFax to view your completed fax at any time, before,

182CHAPTER NINTEENGeneral tabIn the General tab you can address a fax to one or more recipients, choose acover page, and determine the method for sen

183USING INTERNET FAXING WITH NETCENTRIC™ FAXSTORM4To view the details about a recipient, select the recipient from theRecipient List. Then click the

184CHAPTER NINTEENAbout Sending a Fax as E-mailYou can send fax files and attachments to a recipient’s e-mail address ratherthan to a fax number. Whe

© 1996–1998 Brother Industries, Ltd.Year 2000 CompliantBrother is addressing the Year 2000 related issues for allBrother fax machines and multi-functi

5INTRODUCTIONMFC 7160C Control Panel OverviewVolumeHelp/BroadcastMICStartStopShiftRecord Erase PlayOn/Off Line ResetInk ManagementCopy QualityEnlarge/

185USING INTERNET FAXING WITH NETCENTRIC™ FAXSTORM3To place an Attachment in the selected window, click the name theAttachment, then click the Add but

186CHAPTER NINTEEN3Select NetCentric™ FaxStorm from the list of printers.4Click Properties (or click the button that displays the properties of thepr

187USING INTERNET FAXING WITH NETCENTRIC™ FAXSTORMSetting Up Contacts in the Contact ManagerIn addition to saving recipient information when you addre

188CHAPTER NINTEEN2Enter additional information about the contact in the Contact Detailwindow.3Click the OK button to save the new contact. The Conta

189USING INTERNET FAXING WITH NETCENTRIC™ FAXSTORMTo edit the information of an existing contact, open the Contact Detailwindow for that contact:1In t

190CHAPTER NINTEENMoving or Copying a Contact to Another GroupIn the Contact Manager window, you can move a contact from one group toanother, or copy

191USING INTERNET FAXING WITH NETCENTRIC™ FAXSTORMManaging Your Faxes in the Status ManagerThe Status Manager connects to your account, retrieves your

192CHAPTER NINTEEN3Click on a fax to select it, and click the View button to view the file. Todelete a fax, click the Delete button.Viewing Faxes You

193USING INTERNET FAXING WITH NETCENTRIC™ FAXSTORMViewing Received Faxes in Your Account Page InboxFaxes that are sent to your fax Inbox can be viewed

194CHAPTER NINTEEN3Click the Outbox hypertext link. Your Account Page Outbox will bedisplayed, listing you sent faxes:Customer SupportYou can select

6CHAPTER ONE

195Automatic E-Mail Printing(For Windows® 95 and 98 Only)The Brother Automatic E-Mail Printing software is a utility program thatreads your E-mail mes

196CHAPTER TWENTYMain Features•You can use Automatic E-Mail Printing with other E-mail software:Brother Automatic E-Mail Printing has some extra func

197USING AUTOMATIC E-MAIL PRINTINGSetting Up Automatic E-Mail PrintingTo access the Properties of Brother window and set up your options:1 From the Au

198CHAPTER TWENTYSetting the Check TimeIn the Check tab of the Properties of Brother window, you can set upAutomatic E-Mail Printing to check for new

199USING AUTOMATIC E-MAIL PRINTINGUsing Automatic E-Mail PrintingIn the Automatic E-Mail Printing window click the icon buttons for thefollowing optio

200CHAPTER TWENTYTo Access the Add/Remove Programs Properties Window:1 Close the Automatic E-Mail Printing application.2 Click the Start button in th

21Color Faxing with3D FaxSpeed(For Windows® 3.1,3.11, 95 and 98 Only)CHAPTER TWENTY-ONE201How 3D FaxSpeed Works3D FaxSpeed is a Windows® color PC fax

202CHAPTER TWENTY-ONEThis chapter is only an Introduction to 3DFaxSpeed. After you install 3D FaxSpeed on yourcomputer, check the README.WRI file in t

203USING COLOR FAXING WITH 3D FAXSPEED6Click the Continue button to accept it.The third installation window appears with 3D FaxSpeed Standard asthe na

204CHAPTER TWENTY-ONECreating 3D FaxSpeed Read Module Disks forRecipientsYou can create a disk of the Read module to give to recipients of yourInfoIma

2CHAPTER TWOMFC Setup andConnections7CautionNever install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.We recommend that this product be used with a surg

205USING COLOR FAXING WITH 3D FAXSPEEDQuick Start ProceduresIf you want to start sending and reading InfoImages immediately, these arethe basic proced

206CHAPTER TWENTY-ONEUsing the 3D FaxSpeed MacroTo print the current document in your word processor directly to 3DFaxSpeed:1Open your word processor

207USING COLOR FAXING WITH 3D FAXSPEEDNOTE: Even though the list of files and their content can be viewed, theactual files represented by the InfoImag

208CHAPTER TWENTY-ONENOTE: Even though the list of files and their content can be viewed, theactual files represented by the InfoImage are not saved u

209USING COLOR FAXING WITH 3D FAXSPEEDIf the Recipient Uses a Fax Machine and ScannerRecipients who receive fax transmissions on paper at a fax machin

210CHAPTER TWENTY-ONE

Memory BoardThe memory board is installed on the main controller board inside the MFC.When you add the optional memory board, it increases the perform

212CHAPTER TEENTY-TWOInstalling the Optional Memory Board1Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet and disconnect the interfacecable.2Remove the two s

213OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES4Hold the edge of the memory board and do not touch its surface. Insertthe memory board into the connector on the Main Board an

214CHAPTER TEENTY-TWO

8CHAPTER TWOPacking ListMake sure you have the following items:PaperWire ExtensionTelephoneLine CordHandsetCurled CordDocument TrayTelephoneHandsetDoc

23CHAPTER TWENTY THREEImportantInformation215Standard Telephone andFCC NoticesThese notices are in effect on models sold and usedin the United States

216CHAPTER TWENTY THREEThe REN is useful to determine the quantity of devices you may connect toyour telephone line and still have those devices ring

217IMPORTANT INFORMATIONWARNINGFor protection against the risk of electrical shock, always disconnect all cablesfrom the wall outlet before servicing,

218CHAPTER TWENTY THREEIndustry Canada Compliance Statement(For Canada Only)This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.Cet appare

219IMPORTANT INFORMATIONImportant Safety Instructions1Read all of these instructions.2Save them for later reference.3Follow all warnings and instructi

220CHAPTER TWENTY THREE14Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots,since they may touch dangerous voltage points or short

221IMPORTANT INFORMATIONNotice – Disclaimer of WarrantiesBROTHER’S LICENSOR(S), AND THEIR DIRECTORS, OFFICERS,EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS (COLLECTIVELY BROTHE

222CHAPTER TWENTY THREETrademarksThe brother logo is a registered trademark of Brother Industries, Ltd.Brother is a registered trademark of Brother In

223Product DescriptionThe MFC 7150C is a 6 in 1 Multi-Function Center: Color Printer, ColorCopier (single copies), Color Scanner, Plain Paper Fax, Col

224CHAPTER TWENTY FOURResolution • Horizontal 203 dot/inch (8 dot/mm)• Vertical Standard—98 line/inch(3.85 line/mm)Fine, Photo—196 line/inch(7.7 line

9MFC SETUP AND CONNECTIONSChoosing a LocationPlace your MFC on a flat, stable surface, such as a desk. Select a place thatis free of vibration and sho

225SPECIFICATIONSPrinter SpecificationsPrintingPrint Method Piezo with 64 x 4 nozzlesResolution 1440 x 720 dots per inch (DPI)720 x 720 dots per inch

226CHAPTER TWENTY FOURPrint MediaPaper Input Automatic loading from the Multi-PurposeSheet Feeder or manual loading from theManual Feed Slot Paper typ

TroubleshootingFax-Back SystemBrother Customer Service has installed an easy-to-use Fax-Back System, soyou can get instant answers to common technical

228CHAPTER TWENTY FIVEError MessagesAs with any sophisticated office product, errors may sometimes occur. Ifthis happens, your MFC often identifies th

229TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCEDocument JamIf the original document is jammed, follow the steps as below.ControlPanelCover1Remove any paper from th

230CHAPTER TWENTY FIVEPrinter Jam or Paper JamRemove the jammed paper depending on where it is jammed in the MFC.Paper is jammed in the multi-purpose

231TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE2If the paper can’t be pulled out easily, remove the multi-purpose sheet feeder.3Holding the cassette, pull the jamm

232CHAPTER TWENTY FIVE2Lift the top cover to see where the paper is jammed.2Top Cover11 Paper is jammed inside front of MFC.Release Lever (Blue)Hold U

233TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE3Replace the multi-purpose sheet feeder.2 Paper is jammed inside back of MFC.Release Lever (Blue)Hold Up Lever 1Pull

234CHAPTER TWENTY FIVEIf You Are Having Difficulty with Your MFCIf you think there is a problem with your MFC, make a copy first. If thecopy looks goo

10CHAPTER TWOAssembly1Connect the handset.Connect the longer end of the curled handset cord to the MFC and theshorter end to the handset.2Connect the

235TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCEDIFFICULTY SUGGESTIONSPhone Line or ConnectionsMFC Does Not Answer When Called Make sure the MFC is in the correct r

236CHAPTER TWENTY FIVEDIFFICULTY SUGGESTIONSPrinter Difficulties (Continued)Cannot print when using Adobe Illustrator. Try to reduce the printing reso

237TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCECautionDo NOT clean the print head by touching it with your hand or a cloth.1Press Ink Management.2Press 1 to choose

238CHAPTER TWENTY FIVE2Press Start. The MFC prints a sample page. Study the alignment page and decide which sample numbers show themost evenly print

239TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE2Press 2 to select OFF (or 1 to select ON).Don’t handle the paper until the ink is drySpecial ink jet, glossy and tr

240CHAPTER TWENTY FIVE4Wrap the MFC in the plastic bag and place it in the original carton withthe original packing material.5Place additional parts (

241TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE6Close the carton.

242CHAPTER TWENTY FIVERegular MaintenanceCleaning the ScannerUnplug the MFC and open the control panel cover. Clean the flat whitepressure bar and the

243TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCECleaning the Pick-up Roller1Remove the Multi-Puropose Sheet Feeder from the printer platen.2Wipe the pick-up rollers

244CHAPTER TWENTY FIVE1Press Ink Management.2Press or to choose 2. REPLACE INK.3Press Set.If one or more ink cartridges are empty, for example Bla

11MFC SETUP AND CONNECTIONSCaution The MFC must be grounded using a 3-prong plug. Since the MFC is grounded through the power outlet, you can protec

245TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE7Open the new ink cartridge bag for the color on the display and removethe ink cartridge.8Hold the new ink cartridge

246CHAPTER TWENTY FIVEThe MFC will enter a cleaning cycle for approximately two minutsfor each replaced cartridge. The display screen alternately show

247GLOSSARYGlossaryActivity Report Lists information about the last 50 incoming andoutgoing faxes. TX means Transmit. RX means Receive.ADF (Automati

248GLOSSARYCNG tones The special tones (beeps) sent by fax machines during auto-matic transmission to tell the receiving machine that they are a from

249GLOSSARYE-Mail Printing Software application that automatically retrieves your e-mail messages from your POP3 server and prints them on your MFC.e

250GLOSSARYLCD (liquid crystal display) The display screen on the MFC that showsinteractive messages during On-Screen Programming and defaults to the

251GLOSSARYprinter alarm Audible alarm when the printer is not able to print.print reduction reduces the size of incoming faxes.Pulse A form of dia

252GLOSSARYTel-index An electronic, alphabetical listing of stored One Touch, SpeedDial and Group numbers.Temporary Setting You can select certain o

253IndexAAccessories and Supplies ... iiActivity Report ... 89, 90ADF (Automatic

254INDEXCopy Contrast ... 114Copy Operations ... 105Copy Quality

12CHAPTER TWO6Attach the paper tray to the paper output slot.CautionPlease attach the Paper Tray to prevent paper jams and maintain print quality.Pape

255INDEXGGlossary ... 247Glossy Paper ... 25, 26, 112, 122, 160Graphics...

256INDEXPower ... 9, 10, 40, 73, 173, 174Power Cord ... 8, 10Power Switch .

257INDEXRing Volume ... 40RJ11 Jack ... 19Roll

258INDEX

Year 2000 CompliantBrother is addressing the Year 2000 relatedissues for all Brother fax machines andmulti-function centers. Our focus is to ensuretha

Manufactured by Brother Industries Ltd. whose quality systemis registered by BSI and JQA.BSI Certificate of registration No. FM27214JQA Certificate of

13MFC SETUP AND CONNECTIONS8Pull out the plastic extension of the document tray.Plastic Extension9Load paper in the multi-purpose sheet feeder (paper

14CHAPTER TWOB Fan the paper well. Load the paper. Make sure the print side istoward you and the paper level is stacked below the paper guide line.P

iBrother NumbersFax-Back SystemBrother Customer Service has installed an easy-to-use Fax-Back System, soyou can get instant answers to common technica

15MFC SETUP AND CONNECTIONSInstalling the Ink Cartridges1Check that you turned on the power (by plugging in the power cord).The screen alternately dis

16CHAPTER TWO4Remove the yellow shipping cover by lifting it up and out.Caution The bottom of the yellow shipping cover is wet with ink that willcaus

17MFC SETUP AND CONNECTIONS7Each color has its own correct position. Gently insert the Black inkcartridge, matching the markings of the color indicato

18CHAPTER TWO11Press 1 on the dial pad for each color, as prompted (for initial setup only)within 1 minute. The MFC will enter a cleaning cycle for ap

19MFC SETUP AND CONNECTIONS Once you open an ink cartridge, install it in the MFC and use it up withinsix months of installation. Use unopened ink car

20CHAPTER TWOConverting Telephone Wall OutletsThere are three ways to convert to an RJ11 jack. The first two ways mayrequire assistance from the telep

21MFC SETUP AND CONNECTIONSTriplex AdapterTwo Line PhoneExternal Two Line TAD Fax MachineYou can keep two-line telephones on other wall outlets as alw

22CHAPTER TWOCustom Features on a Single LineTo learn how custom features may affect your faxing operations, please seethe Troubleshooting and Mainten

23MFC SETUP AND CONNECTIONSConnectionsThe external TAD must be plugged into the back side of the MFC, into thejack labeled EXT. Your MFC cannot work p

24CHAPTER TWOWhenever this phone (or TAD) is in use, the screen displays EXT. TEL INUSE, and, if the fax handset is lifted, an alarm sounds. To discon

Ordering Accessories and SuppliesFor best quality results use only genuine Brother accessories, available at most Brother retailers. Ifyou cannot find

253CHAPTER THREEPaperThe quality of your document can be affected by the kind of paper you usein the MFC. You can use plain paper, coated paper, tran

26CHAPTER THREE Brother coated (ink jet) paper is coated only on one side. Make surethis whiter (coated) side is facing up toward you. Therefore, wh

27PAPER Curled or damaged paper may cause paper jams and misfeeds. If thepaper is curled, straighten it as much as possible by rolling it in theoppos

28CHAPTER THREEDo not use the following types of paper and envelopes: Damaged, curled, wrinkled, or irregularly shaped paper and envelopes Extremely s

4CHAPTER FOUROn-ScreenProgramming29User-Friendly ProgrammingWe have designed your Multi-Function Center with on-screen programmingand a Help key. User

30CHAPTER FOURAlternating DisplaysWhen you see alternating displays, the LCD sometimes alternates betweenthe currently selected option, and a help mes

31ON-SCREEN PROGRAMMING4. REMAINING JOBSFunction Description Factory Set More InfoCheck which jobs are in memory or pp. 51, 58cancel a delayed fax or

32CHAPTER FOUR8. REMOTE FAX OPT (For MFC 7150C Only)Function Description Factory Set More Info1. FAX FWD/PAGING Set MFC to forward fax/message OFF pp

33ON-SCREEN PROGRAMMING0. TEL SERVICEFunction Description Factory Set More Info1. DISTINCTIVE Use with phone company distinctive OFF pp. 51–52ringing

34CHAPTER FOUR4. Video FunctionsFunction Description Factory Set More Info1. PAPER TYPE Identify the type of paper in PLAIN PAPER p. 126the cassette.2

Table of Contents1IntroductionUsing This Manual ...

5CHAPTER FIVEInitialSetup35Getting StartedSetting Dialing Mode (Tone/Pulse)Your MFC comes set to accommodate tone (multi-frequency) dialing service. I

36CHAPTER FIVESetting Date and TimeYour MFC displays the date and time, and prints it on every fax you send.In the event of a power failure, you may h

37INITIAL SETUP5Press Set. The screen prompts you to enter your name or your companyname.NAME:6Use the dial pad to enter your name (up to 20 character

38CHAPTER FIVERepeating lettersIf you need to enter a character assigned to the same key as the previouscharacter, press to move the cursor to the r

39INITIAL SETUPSetting Beeper VolumeYou can set the beeper to LOW, HIGH or OFF. The default setting is LOW.When the beeper is set to LOW or HIGH, the

40CHAPTER FIVESetting the Ring VolumeYou can adjust the ring volume when your MFC is idle. You can turn thering OFF or you can select a ring volume le

6CHAPTER SIXSetupReceive41Basic Receiving OperationsSetting the Select Answer ModeThere are different answer modes for your MFC. You may choose the mo

42CHAPTER SIXTo select or change your Answer ModePress Mode until the FAX and FAX/TEL lights are lit for the answer modeyou want.Setting Ring DelayThe

43SETUP RECEIVESetting F/T Ring Time (For FAX/TEL Mode Only)If you set the answer mode to FAX/TEL, you’ll need to determine how longthe MFC will send

44CHAPTER SIXRecord F/T OGM (FAX/TEL Outgoing Message)(For MFC 7160C Only)This is the announcement played by your MFC (not an external TAD) whensomeon

ivTABLE OF CONTENTS4On-ScreenProgrammingUser-Friendly Programming... 2

45SETUP RECEIVEPrinting a Reduced Incoming DocumentYou can always reduce the size of an incoming fax to a fixed percentage,regardless of the size of t

46CHAPTER SIXSetting Paper SizeYou can use two sizes of paper for printing your faxes — letter, legal,although the displays shows three selections. W

47SETUP RECEIVEAdvanced Receiving OperationsOperation from Extension TelephoneIf you answer a fax call on an extension phone or on an external phone i

48CHAPTER SIXTo change Remote Codes1Press Function, 1, 2, 4.2Press or to select ON (or OFF).REMOTE ACT.:ON?3Press Set when the screen displays the

49SETUP RECEIVESetting Up Polling ReceivePolling Receive is when you call another fax machine to receive a fax from it.1Press Function, 1, 2, 7.The sc

50CHAPTER SIXSetting Up Sequential Polling ReceiveYour MFC can request documents from several fax units in a singleoperation. Afterward, a Sequential

51SETUP RECEIVECanceling a Scheduled JobYou can cancel tasks you’ve scheduled, such as Delayed Fax or PollingTransmit.1Press Function, 1, 4. Any waiti

52CHAPTER SIXRegistering the Distinctive Ringing PatternIf you are not sure which ring pattern you have, call your TelephoneCompany. Then assign that

53SETUP RECEIVECaller IDThe Caller ID feature of this MFC lets you use the Caller ID subscriberservice offered by many local phone companies. This se

54CHAPTER SIXClearing a Caller ID Stored in MemoryFor effective use of the memory, it is recommended that you frequentlyerase the caller IDs stored in

vTABLE OF CONTENTSCaller ID ... 53View

55Before You Begin Documents must be between 2.75 and 8.5 inches wide, and 5 and 14inches long. Make sure you insert documents face down, top edge fir

56CHAPTER SEVENADF (Automatic Document Feeder)The automatic document feeder (ADF) can hold up to 20 pages, feedingeach one individually through the MF

57SETUP SENDManual TransmissionManual transmission lets you hear the dial tone, ringing and fax receivingtones before sending the fax.1Insert the docu

58CHAPTER SEVENReal Time TransmissionWhen memory is full, the MFC cannot continue scanning documents intomemory before sending. However, you can turn

59SETUP SENDBasic Sending OperationsComposing Electronic Cover PageThe cover page is generated at the receiving party’s machine. Your coverpage includ

60CHAPTER SEVENCover Page for Next Fax OnlyMake sure the Station ID is set up (pp. 36–37). This feature does not workwithout the Station ID.You can se

61SETUP SEND10Press 1 if you want to select additional settings. The display returns tothe SETUP SEND menu—OR—Press 2 if you are finished choosingsett

62CHAPTER SEVEN5Press Set when the screen displays your selection. The screen displays:ACCEPTEDOTHER SETTINGS?1.YES 2.NO6Press 1 if you want to select

63SETUP SEND3Press Set.4Use the dial pad to enter your customized comment.5Press Set. The screen displays: ACCEPTEDOTHER SETTINGS?1.YES 2.NO6Press 1 i

64CHAPTER SEVENAdvanced Sending OperationsOverseas ModeAfter you send a fax using this feature, the feature turns itself off.1Insert document.2Press F

viTABLE OF CONTENTSSpeed Dialing ... 78Access

65SETUP SENDCall ReservationYou can send a fax and let the other party know that you want to speak tohim after the fax transmission is complete. The o

66CHAPTER SEVENYou cannot use auto redial with Call Reservation. You cannot use CallReservation with Delayed Transmission or with Polling. You must re

67SETUP SENDBroadcastingBroadcasting is automatically sending the same fax message to multiple faxnumbers. Using the Help/Broadcast key, you can incl

68CHAPTER SEVEN1Insert the document into the feeder.2Enter a number using One Touch, Speed Dial, Group number, Tel-indexor the dial pad.Example: Grou

69SETUP SEND5Press 1 if you want to select additional settings. The display returns tothe SETUP SEND menu—OR—Press 2 if you are finished choosingsetti

70CHAPTER SEVENInterrupting Delayed Fax and Polling Transmit JobsYou can send a fax or make a copy now, even if you have the MFC set tosend a fax late

8CHAPTER EIGHTSetup Auto DialNumbers71Storing Numbers for Easy DialingYou can set up your MFC to do three types of easy dialing: One Touch,Speed Dial,

72CHAPTER EIGHT5Use the dial pad to enter the name (up to 15 characters). You can usethe chart on page 37 to help you enter letters—OR—Press Set and g

73SETUP AUTO DIAL NUMBERSStoring Speed Dial NumbersYou can store Speed Dial numbers, so when you dial you only have to pressthree keys. The MFC 7150C

74CHAPTER EIGHTChanging One Touch and Speed Dial NumbersIf you try to store a One Touch or Speed Dial number in a location where anumber is already st

viiTABLE OF CONTENTSICM Recording Monitor ... 98Recording a Me

75SETUP AUTO DIAL NUMBERSSetting Up Groups for BroadcastingGroups allow you to send the same fax message to many fax numbers bypressing only one One T

76CHAPTER EIGHT

9CHAPTER NINETelephone (Voice) OperationDialing OptionsYou can use your MFC to make voice telephone calls, by dialing manually,or by using Tel-index,

78CHAPTER NINEOne Touch Dialing1Pick up the handset—OR—Press Hook or Speaker Phone.2When you hear a dial tone, press the One Touch key of the location

79TELEPHONE (VOICE) OPERATIONAccess Codes and Credit Card NumbersSometimes you may want to choose from among several long distancecarriers when you ma

80CHAPTER NINETone/PulseIf you have pulse dialing service, but need to send tone signals (fortelephone banking, for example), follow the directions be

10Remote FaxOptions(For MFC 7150C Only)CHAPTER TEN81This chapter is for Model MFC 7150C. If you have model MFC 7160C, yourremote fax options are hand

82CHAPTER TEN4Enter the forwarding number (up to 20 digits).5Press Set.6Press Stop to exit.Programming Paging NumberWhen Paging is selected, your MFC

83REMOTE FAX OPTIONS (FOR MFC 7150C ONLY)Setting Fax StorageIf you set Fax Storage to ON, you will be able to retrieve fax messages fromanother locati

84CHAPTER TENChanging Remote Access CodeEnter your Remote Access Code when the MFC picks up your call, so you canaccess features remotely. The access